Firstly, a big shout to Mona Marie! She is an amazing instructor and skillfully impowers all…read more(young, old, skinny, fat, etc.) the participants of her sessions. I am grateful I got to experience a private session with her and my two guest. This provided the workout, fun, and safe environment that often women of color crave! Experience: 5/5 We started with a warm up mixed with yoga, barre, and stretches. Then we were taught 5+ poses and executed most of them!! Definitely sore afterwards but, worth it! All in all, I can't wait to take others here and we can all learn a few poses together!

It's 1pm, I prepaid for a class that was supposed to start at 1pm. No answer on the businesses…read morephone number. Disappointing! Hopefully my refund is speedy! Addendum-the owner just called me telling me the instructor was there at 1pm; I informed her I have a picture with the gate closed and locked (time stamped at 1pm). The owner proceeded to repeatedly tell me "baby, sweetie calm down". GIRL BYE it's pole dancing not neurosurgery! I'm cool as a cucumber, but I do expect you to be accountable and professional!

My son has been coming to classes at MKD Karate for about a year and a half now and I can't say…read moreenough good things about it. Sempai Elena is truly a gifted instructor--challenges the kids a lot but always makes it fun. The whole atmosphere of the studio is incredibly welcoming and open-minded yet also promoting self-discipline, probably not an easy balance to strike but done perfectly here.

My children have been coming here for three years. Not only does the school provide great karate…read moretraining, it also has an important place in our diverse community. Young people find mentors while individual differences are always respected. It truly is like extended family. We are particularly grateful to Sempai Elena for her leadership and pedagogy--Elena is a true inspiration.

My teen loves this place. Teaches kids discipline while having fun. Master Aldama keeps kidS…read moremotivated. It's nice that they have a little tigers program and may offer additional services like "school pickup"-- although I haven't experienced their after school program. Love to see their monthly events calendar with things like movie nights and nerf battles. Would love to see more parent involvement, hopefully it's something that can be encouraged in the future. Mi teen feels right at home when she's in the dojo. Uniform is cool and Program is priced fairly.

I may be a bit biased as I have been a part of CBNY for a number of years. However, this is our…read morefirst year at this location and it deserves a review! Professora Joy (aka Coruja) is a high energy, motivating capoeira professional who will get you moving and pumped all throughout class. Whether you are just starting or have been practicing capoeira for years, you can train at your level that is the best fit for you. Be prepared to have fun and to sweat. Alot. The space is clean and well kept with a spacious feel. It has smooth wood floors and if needed, mats can be put down for more intense take-down training or practicing acrobatics. An MMA style cage is available in the back for students who disobey instructions. And there are two bathrooms available for changing your wardrobe. The location is very convenient since its right off the N, Q line in Astoria. It is very close to the Gato Goloso Colombian Bakery so if you are in need immediate sustenance, that is the place to go. Capoeira is a very unique practice. It is a martial art that incorporates many different forms of physical movement and culture and is definitely an adventure you have to experience for yourself.

Joy has dedicated nearly 20 years of her life studying capoeira and it shows in her teaching and…read moreinfectious passion for the art. People come to capoeira for many reasons - to get fit, be immersed in Brazilian culture, build community, learn history, and challenge themselves. Joy facilitates a class that helps you do all of the above and then some. Capoeira can be intimating to a beginner but Joy creates an atmosphere that is positive and encouraging no matter what level you are at. I highly recommend her class if you are curious about capoeira. You will be in great hands.

I go to music classes in the park with my son and he loves it. Our teacher is wonderful and even…read morethough he is only 10 months old, he really enjoys the class and follows along. I would highly recommend. We also appreciate that they have an outdoor option in addition to their classes indoors.

I don't really post reviews, but we had such a positive experience with Hootenanny that I felt…read morecompelled to share. We hosted my son's 3rd birthday party here, choosing the Music Party with Pete. Pete was so personable and warm, and when he led the singalong he had 14 children totally riveted. They had a blast. Kira was responsive and helpful leading up to the day of the party, so planning was a snap. For me, the best part was knowing that we were supporting a small business owned by a family in our community. While there is certainly nothing wrong with going with a place like Gymboree or MyGym, there was a personal element to this experience that made it that much more special.

I enrolled my child last school year and come to find out the location does not have preschool…read morepermits it is expired and they wanted me to provide my own child care provider to sit in the lobby during the duration my child was in school. Stumbing across some research some of there other locations Do not have permits as well. Do your research before enrolling your child in to this school program they are scamming should be shut down!!! What they are doing is illegal.

I just had a pirate themed birthday party for my 4 year old at the NY Kids Club location on 89th…read morestreet. From the moment we entered the space, the staff could not have been more helpful and truly ran the show. The party ran so smoothly with 25 kids and they all had a ball in the gymnasium space. From start to finish, I was able to relax and enjoy and did not have to stress about a thing while my daughter had, " the best birthday ever!"

Started coming last fall shortly after this location opened. I had previously trained in taekwondo…read morefor 7-8 years in St. Louis, and then for one year at Jae H. Kim's school in Boston, so it was important to me that I find an instructor who had a lot of experience and really understood traditional taekwondo. Master Kim is the real deal. He is personally teaching all the classes (except for the rare occasions when he is teaching a master class elsewhere.) He's one of the OG Korean instructors who understands the art, the reasons for why moves are a certain way, and is really good at explaining things and giving feedback. Super thankful to have found the school. The community of students is great as well! Everyone is polite, respectful, and helpful to each other.

Do they have bus for picking kids I thank that will be Great we like taekwon-do to learnread more

Omg what can I say was a bit nervous about trying this but my friend and I said let's go for it so…read morewe went and tried it and loved the ambiance the hospitality and friendly atmosphere friendly people we felt comfortable there loved the motivation from the instructor and everyone else but definitely going to try other classes .

A few weeks ago I decided to try something different and totally out of my comfort zone. A friendly…read morerecommendation led me to Pole Position Dance Studio located in White Plains, just a few store fronts down from Mario's Pizza on Mamaroneck Avenue. For starters, the booking process was seamless. There were multiple packages to choose from, whether you just want to try out a class or fully commit. I also had no idea that they offered more than just pole! Some of their classes include Street Heels, Metamorphosis (which is a pole-less class; just straight dancing), and a stretch class! For transparency, I've never took a pole class in my life. While nervous going in, you can't help but immediately feel welcome. The owner of the studio, Taylor, was quick to greet me and the front desk girl, Jules, was as kind as could be! I can't even tell you how much fun I had at this class, and I wasn't even any good! Everyone in the class, not just the instructor, was so supportive and I quickly realized that this was more than just a class. It was a community. I loved it so much that the next week I invited one of my besties to join me! It was such a blast and I can't wait to book my next class!!