AfterHours is an uplifting community environment for adult dancers. With a range of levels from…read moreintroductory basics to advanced, and many styles and instructors to choose from, you will find a teacher for you. As with any group class, give yourself some space to try a few different teachers until you find the one(s) you enjoy the most! The owner, Shawn, and desk staff are friendly and helpful; always happy to answer questions about levels, styles, and instructors. My go to is Arianna Hyatt. She teaches well rounded true to level classes (read the class description and know thyself). She motivates and encourages dancers to meet their goals, whether that is fun, fitness, training for an audition, getting back to dance after a hiatus, or perhaps all of the above. She provides a supportive environment while offering technique, structure, and a little challenge - if that is what you're after. The community she's cultivated within every class is palpable. If you're a beginning/intermediate or advanced level dancer, looking for ballet, broadway, or tap, definitely check the schedule for her. (Double check the level as she teaches a variety.) If you're on the fence, I'd say find any class that interests you at the studio and give it a try!

Recently went back here with my friend to take Beginner Hip Hop and it was so much fun. The format…read morechanged from the last time I went, which was split into half ish--hip hop cardio dance then followed by more focused movements. Current format is more broken down steps, on repeat, then more added to one song. Basically, you're learning a choreography. It's kind of challenging for me. Makes my brain and body work a bit harder to be in sync. There's also an abs section. I do love the new format, but I personally like the nonstop hip hop dance better just because I like nonstop cardio! LOL They offer a lot of classes & the owner is nice, mellow, yet fun personality. She always makes it a point to say our names/greet us. Appreciate that gesture!

I was given the opportunity to take photos of this event, it was an amazing experience. I shared my…read morepictures and videos here. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did taking them. You should be scared... Thank you, Marguarite and Tuesday for the opportunity to be a part of this event. Dom is the GOAT!

The people who have the Halloween party don't care about the neighbors. Big time party and lines to…read moreget in all the way to the end of the block. I should know I lived next door for years.

My 11 year old (Priscilla) has been taking art & clay classes for quite some time now, she has…read morebecome more confident and has learned to express herself through paintings and clay/ceramic unique pieces she has accumulated to her private collection. Mrs Sher and August are very lovely/caring and wonderful human beings, i love my daughter to continue art as many kids have grown up with Mrs Sher and August i wish our daughter does the same, she has learned so much about art & clay and looks forward to her class each week to continue being creative as she keeps developing her fine motor skills and creativity!! Glad to have Mrs Sher and August in our neighborhood:) Eddie & Linda

I love taking the adult art class here! I've completed 2 paintings and 3 acrylic pieces with Sher…read moreso far. I've been an oil painter since I was a child. I am 27 years old, I'd say the class ranges from 17-70! There is about 10-ish people in the class. Each person works on their own piece- meaning she is NOT up in the front giving instructions while everyone paints the same dang thing. This is not the type of class. The classes are intimate, and very relaxed. She has everything you need to start your first masterpiece. Really, you don't need to bring a thing! You can choose any medium in the adult class- oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, ceramics, and probably even more. It's is SUCH a great place for a beginner, because you can try all the different mediums until you find one right for you, with no investment in supplies! This is rare. Sher really is a wonderful woman. She is as hands on or hands off as you need. If you need her to sit by you and walk you through every step, she's there. If you want to do you own thing she'll stop by with once or twice with encouragement and her two cents! Most students in the adult class have been going to her for years and doing their own thing, so she's always able to give extra attention to newbies. She is very chatty, it seems like everyone in the class is old friends. She has great stories to tell. I'm a bit quieter while I'm painting, but I do not find the chatter among the class distracting at all. Even though I've painted most my life, i was a bit nervous coming into a new studio- NO NEED! This is the most relaxed, kind group of people I've found. No artsy egos, no judgment, no pressure. Lastly, her children's classes and art camps seem to be super popular. Some of the parents are now in the adult class because they were jealous of how much fun the kids were having. How cool is that!

Hi, I called to inquire about the summer program, and when I was told it was $900 a week, my jaw…read morehonestly dropped. That pricing makes the program completely out of reach for many middle-class families. At nearly $4,000 a month, especially in Orange County where families are already struggling just to cover rent and basic expenses, it feels pretty outrageous. I really hope your team reconsiders the cost of the program or offers more affordable options for working families. Programs like this should be accessible to more kids, not just families with extremely high incomes.

We are at the Open House. This place is awesome! I feel like we can make anything here. The…read morestaff is friendly. Can't wait for my children to start this Fall! JMJ

This location is pretty big. I think in comparison to the one I've been to in Monterey Park, I…read morethink this is the better location. However there are other locations around LA/OC area. Out of the 2 locations I've been to, this has a better parking lot as well. Since the store is a lot bigger, that means a lot more selection of figures, books, manga, videos and more. In general, I do enjoy this store as it has great value. I found quite a few things that were quite cheaper here than if you go to a large retail store. If you have anything that you may want to get rid of (but works very well or in good shape) you can see if they're willing to it and give you an estimate. The staff are helpful to help you (the best of their ability) to find what you are looking for or need.

It's weird because the smaller shop in Irvine had a sign about this shop. This shop has a lot of…read moreinventory and has large variety. Service is good. Taking points off because of pricing. Most items are resell, yet they price them same as new unopened on eBay. Also they don't do shipping.

This is one of my favorite outdoor malls in the Orange County area for mall walking. As it is…read morelocated near the beach, the weather is always nice and there are plenty of places to sit and rest your feet at this mall with a nice view of the beach. The mall does tend towards high end stores with a small smattering of standard stores but in general, there are a wide variety of stores. Plenty of dining options from high end or quick casual. You can even do your grocery shopping here as there is a Whole Foods market. They occasionally have special events. I happened to be here during the Lunar New Year event so one of the areas was decked out with Year of the Horse decorations. I also always walk by the Koi pond to see how the fishes are doing. Staff has always been friendly and helpful when I visit.

I love Fashion Island. Used to come here all the times before the pandemic. But things changed…read moreduring COVID times. Fashion Island finally recovered, like everything else. It is a very nice mall with many stores outside the enclosed mall, as well as inside. Although it was warm this past weekend, it was actually somewhat cool and breezy here. Many families with kids are back outside to enjoy themselves like the older days. Feel so calm and relaxed every time I come here.

Fun little Halloween boutique with a huge selection of stuff. The gothic theme when you first walk…read morein is cool. At first it honestly felt cluttered and a little overwhelming but after I looked around, I got used to it. Parking is kind of weird & it's also strange they don't have a bathroom. That said it's a fun little spot (right next to the gym) I liked the Star Wars costumes & wigs.

I had to have a certain stage make. I called and Jennifer emailed her supplier, took my phone…read morenumber, texted me later that the supplier will get it to her the next day. I went in, picked up the makeup. Jen was so cordial and helpful. Highly recommend!

Wow -Timree has a new studio/gallery. The space is amazing, inviting but it's Timree and her…read moreamazing energy and talent that make it great. I took the first of a new type of class and way of painting. The studio lighting was low with candles on the stations next to our easels. The class was a contemporary painting that included new to me techniques and was inspired with a guided meditation. First we traced "Sacred Geometry" or a flower of life on the blank canvas for healing and transformation. Then a base color for grounding and next a guided meditation (my mom came through) then we to painted blind folded. It was a great experience. Timree is a genius and intentional without being stuffy or strict. I'm a long term paint club member it's great value and this class was priceless for me.

ALEXIS is a great teacher and loves sharing her art. Bring a group of friends.read more