A world-class studio for sure…read more Google Maps and Waze directed me to the wrong location for dance class, spitting me out at The Rocks, but the location for dance class is in Ultimo. Keep that in mind. Luckily, Uber exists and I was there in 15 minutes. Once you get in, check-in at the front desk, pay if you haven't done so yet, and the friendly staff will tell you which studio your class is located in. The studio is clean, well lit, and has restrooms, changing rooms, and showers. SDC offers a wide variety of classes for all ages and they're priced at the standard. Inside each of the individual studios are cubby spaces tacked on the wall for your personal items. Barres are on three of the walls and a huge mirror is on the fourth one. The individual studios are big and the classes were larger than I had expected. But not to worry, there was enough mirror and floor space for everyone. I loved James Deane's adult beginner hip-hop class. James leads you into a warmup then teaches the choreo step-by-step. Though the class is large, he's very open to questions from anyone, but still goes at a good pace. He also emphasizes having fun, so don't be too intimidated if you don't have experience :) And he films classes every week! Next time I'm in Sydney, I want to take classes from him again (and take even more classes). Absolutely love this studio.

Ok here is the truth about SDC Studios. Whenever I mention this place to people it's usually…read morefollowed by a "wow" or an expression of awe. Then they usually look me up and down to see if I look like a dancer. This is the amount of reverence people have of this place due to the name and reputation. So when people come here for the first time they usually have a sense of apprehension and fear of being looked down by the teachers/other dancers for having two left feet that just want to dance :) Yes, I admit in some classes the feeling is justified as some teachers just weren't meant to teach but are amazing dancers in their own right. But they are in the minority and most of the teachers there are both...great instructors with cool personalities and awesome dancers. I've been dancing for a long time and have taken most of the classes at the studios. The choreography is amazing. Biggest tip is to forget about what people think and dance your heart out. Don't worry as most people will be in the same boat as you and will be too busy looking at themselves in the mirror to care :) Which class to take? Just give it a go. Even though there may be repeats of certain dance styles and levels, every instructor will teach it in their particular way and level and you will have to judge for yourself on whether you like it or not. If you are unsure always go for the beginner or absolute beginner class and start from there. So you want to dance? This is a great place to start. I'm usually there all weekend & on random weeknights, and you can find me either in class or at the reception, so come say hello :)

Groove Zone is awesome. The owner and lead instructor, Yolanda, has a way in which she teaches her…read moreclasses that make you look forward to class each week and never want to miss one and to challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone in a safe space. If you are looking for something fun to do, that is also a great workout, and want to hang out with supportive like minded people, then give Groove Zone a try! I just finished my second term yesterday, and I'm looking forward to my third term starting next month.

I've been going to Groove Zone for the last 6 months and have had an incredible experience. Before…read moreI started, I consider myself someone who has no clue how to dance and someone who looks incredible awkward on the dance floor. Yolanda class was a true beginner friendly, unlike a lot of classes in LA, and did a good job of making everyone feel comfortable. Now I'm constantly getting compliments about my dance moves! (Video for proof)

Awesome dance school! I first took a trial class only but I loved it so much that I have been going…read moreback for classes again and again. It is a great way to destress after work by listening to music, dancing and socialising. I started with having no dance experience at all but since taking classes at salsa suave I have been able to not only dance but but also perform in front of big crowds. The instructors are very friendly and understanding and I loved every class that I have taken. Whether you are looking to just try something new or wanting to dance more seriously, Salsa Suave is the place to go. I would personally recommend so give it a go.

So we've been coming here for the last couple of months now, and while I can't say that our dancing…read moreis a whole lot better, we've certainly had a ton of fun trying to learn. They've made some upgrades to the interior recently, and it's starting to get a little more organized then it was initially. There are 4 main rooms for lessons, and at night when we go there are usually at least 2-3 classes going on, but there's enough room to move, and you don't feel overly cramped. Our instructor, Fabio, is great. He's super friendly, patient, and doesn't make you feel like and idiot when you mess up every step! So if you're looking for a good spot to try your hand at learning a few new dance moves, Salsa Republic is a pretty good choice. Plus, in an added bonus, there are no windows for people to look in from the streets and laugh at you, so that's a huge bonus in my book!

My son was going to Chapel lane dance studio. He was first doing just the preschool class and then…read moremoved to jazz class after that. It's a great place for the tiny tots to get introduced to music and dance. Every December they have concert where children from the studio perform. The pre-schoolers performed on Bananas and Pyjamas. You could imagine the joy of seeing my 4 year old performing on stage for the first time. All the other performances were excellent and I couldn't believe that this was actually being performed by amateurs and not professionals. They also lots of other classes like Tap, Ballet, hip hop, drama singing etc. The teacher Miss Simone is very helpful and pleasant. And I must say she is very patient with all her students. They have a few teachers and are very flexible with their students on what their interests are .unfortunately I had to pull my son out as we were moving but would recommend it to anyone living in the area.

Not that I've done loads of dance courses/classes, but judged by how passionate the students here…read moreare, it's safe to say this is one of the best dance schools in Sydney. I took both salsa and zouk lessons at LDA a few years ago and had so much fun - the teachers are very knowledgeable and patient, the majority are professional dancers who compete both nationally and internationally, so you know you are definitely in good hands. They always make sure to balance out the number of male and female students in the class to ensure a good learning experience and I often saw them doing special deals to increase the number of either men or women when required. Some students had memberships which allowed them to take as many classes as they wanted and they'd literally go every single night - they were super passionate and would often say the school was their second home. I made friends and we often did outings together to dance. I haven't continued to practice, but know many who still do. They also organize balls and congresses and people practice their routine to perfection for several months prior - it's always a fun event that many students sign up for year after year. I always recommend LDA for anyone wanting to take up a new hobby, make some friends and have a bit of fun. The staff is awesome and whether you are dancing for the very first time or you are an advanced student coming from another school, they'll make you feel right at home.

I did not get a chance to see a ballet here but I have heard amazing things about the performances…read moreat Sydney Dance Company. It's still a neat place to walk around and check out their murals and posters. They have a really nice cafe at the front and great seating in the lounge area. Tables are also set up outside for people watching. I didn't order any food but I did try a really delicious Chai latte and the service was fast.

Contemporary dance can be a bit of a hit and miss sometimes. But the Sydney Dance Company always…read moremanages to provide beautiful works, especially with Artistic Director Rafael Bonachela at the helm. I've been to 2 of his previous productions (6 breaths and Irony of Fate, under the umbrella of New Creations) and they were breath-taking. I'll be seeing his next one "the land of yes and the land of no" in a couple of weeks and I'm sure it will be beautiful too. Go buy tix now! :) The only times when the production can be a bit of a miss is the first half, which is usually choreographed by the guest choreographer. Technically the company dancers are great of course, but the choreography or the accompanying music is sometimes off. There was one which had screeching violins for most of the dance and it was awful. But don't let this deter you from going as this is unusual and mostly the dances are pleasant to watch. Definitely try to catch one of Rafael's performances and watch some of Australia's finest dancers doing what they do best.

Amazing and Highly recommend…read more I signed my 2 left feet up for Salsa lessons via a GroupOn voucher, and have since enrolled in further class. The booking process is simple and the team have always been helpful. As an instructor Raymund is fantastic - Interactive, humorous and always fun. He goes above and beyond - learning is easy (be it a large or small group) and he ensures you progress through the lessons gathering the skills you need. His focus is the social aspects of salsa, and you end up with the ability to jump on any dance floor with any partner. I would recommend Urban Salsa to all levels.