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    Stephanie W.

    We worked to create a special wedding dance with Mallory and she was amazing and so fun to work with! We loved the dance she helped us make and learned a lot from her. Even though the DJ accidentally played the wrong shortened version of the song when we practiced for the full extended version, we kept our training from Mallory in mind and just kept dancing despite the unexpected obstacle and it still ended up beautiful!

    Madison T.

    We did 5 dance classes total with Nick to practice for our first dance and he's a great instructor! We said we wanted a first dance that didn't feel too choreographed and wasn't too difficult to learn but that would still impress and he nailed it. We've got a few fancy moves in there but overall it still feels very "us". I can't wait to show off at our wedding! We would definitely recommend Nick and Bella Ballroom!

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    Angie C.

    We had the best experience working with Thomas for our first dance. We signed up for his 10-class package with absolutely no prior dance experience (not even casually at concerts or clubs), and somehow walked away feeling so confident and prepared. Thomas is incredibly friendly, warm, and knowledgeable. He created such a comfortable environment for us to learn, which made a huge difference since we were starting from zero. My husband actually hates dancing, but it made me so happy to see him enjoying it because of Thomas. What really stood out was how intentional he was about preparing us not just for the choreography, but for the actual wedding day environment. He coached us on how to adapt to visual and auditory distractions, which is something we never would have considered. Even though we still ended up feeling a bit overstimulated in the moment (which was maybe inevitable LOL), we felt so much more aware and grounded because of Thomas. Initially, we told Bella Ballroom that we were okay with any instructor, but we felt extremely lucky to be paired with him. Truly grateful for Thomas and couldn't recommend him more to any couple looking to feel confident and supported going into their first dance. Thank you, Thomas :,)!!

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    Hacker I.

    Thank you to Nick at Bella Ballroom! Thanks to him, our first dance went off perfectly! He took someone like me who is not a dancer, and not comfortable dancing and made it fun and helped my wife and I find the perfect dance to go with our song. While we started at Bella for our wedding, we are making plans to go back for some country dancing and maybe even some salsa. I recommend Bella to anyone who is learning to dance or maybe just needs some help with choreography for their event. Their instructors work to find the moves that are right for you. We will see you guys again soon!

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    This review is a bit overdue, but we wanted to send Thomas a huge thank you for creating our first dance. I grew up dancing, while my husband did not, so he was very nervous and unsure whether we'd be able to pull off a choreographed dance. From the first time we met Ryss to every class we had with Thomas, everyone at Bella Ballroom showed true passion for what they do and made us feel comfortable from day one. We signed up for 10 classes with Thomas, and despite all the stress that comes with wedding planning, our dance lessons became something we genuinely looked forward to each week. They were our favorite midweek date night and kept us happy, connected, and sane throughout the process. Thomas was friendly, accommodating, and supportive. He guided us through every movement and challenged us in ways that felt both comfortable and fun. During our final sessions, he paid attention to even the smallest details (which I loved) and offered thoughtful advice we never would have expected. We had the incredible privilege of celebrating our wedding in Bali, and it was such a special moment to bring everything we had worked on to life. We are so grateful to Thomas and the entire team for helping us create a memory we'll cherish forever.

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    Mark M.

    We found Nick while searching for someone to help us prepare a dance for our wedding, and from the very first meeting, we were impressed. He took the time to understand where we were starting from and built everything from there. We came in with little to no ballroom experience, and he guided us all the way to confidently learning spins, wall steps, and even lifts... things we never imagined we'd be able to do! Nick is an incredible teacher, he is patient, encouraging, and genuinely fun to be around. Every lesson is something we look forward to. We highly recommend Bella Ballroom and Nick's instruction. Thank you, Nick!

    Rikka D.

    A huge shoutout to Bella Ballroom and their incredible team--especially our dance instructor, Maddie--for choreographing the first dance of our dreams From the sweetest receptionist to the talented instructors (Kai and Mallory) and even the owner, every single person was so kind, patient, and uplifting. You can truly feel how much they care about their couples. My husband and I are definitely not routine dancers, but Bella Ballroom made us feel so comfortable and confident every step of the way. They work with all experience levels and teach at your own pace, making sure you not only learn the dance--but actually enjoy the process. Forever grateful for helping us create such a special moment we'll cherish for a lifetime

    We had the best experience with Nick! He made our wedding first dance amazing and worked with us every step of the way to create something that felt natural, fun, and uniquely ours. He listened to what we wanted, adjusted as needed, and made every lesson fun. Our first dance turned out exactly how we envisioned it and became such a special memory. Thank you, Nick, for helping make our day unforgettable. We'll miss seeing you! Highly recommend!

    Cleo T.

    We wanted to do a first dance at our wedding, but neither of us knew how to dance (our stiff bodies didn't help ). We found Bella Ballroom on Yelp and decided to give it a try. We met Kendall at our first lesson, and she taught us simple moves that actually felt doable, so we signed up for five sessions. Kendall was patient, encouraging, and did a great job choreographing our dance to our song. You still need to put in a little effort and practice at home, but she made everything easy and stress-free. After five sessions, we felt confident--and even got lots of compliments from family and friends. Highly recommend Bella Ballroom and Kendall!

    Chelsea M.

    Kai was absolutely amazing. Thank you for being so patient and helpful! You're an amazing instructor and an amazing soul

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    Thank you so much Yuki! Your dance looked incredible!

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    Great place to learn ballroom dancing. Nick is the best!!! My wife and I absolutely love learning all these fun dances

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    Excellent instruction from Nick. He was so patient and thoughtful. The Bella team are very kind people and pricing is reasonable.

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    We had a great experience practicing our first dance at bella ballroom. Shout out to Mallory for being the most amazing instructor.

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    Do you have swing classes ? How much and how long it is the class? Thank you

    Yes we do! We offer 45 minute private lessons with one instructor where you can work on a variety of skill and ballroom styles however you'd like with your lesson. All lessons are good for up to two people as well!

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    It was a great experience and we are going to knock our friends and family's socks off with our first dance.

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    West Coast School Of The Arts

    West Coast School Of The Arts

    4.9
    (11 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    This is my daughter's second season at West Coast. We are so incredibly glad we made the switch…read more The environment is so welcoming. Which is difficult to find in competitive dance. The families welcomed us in with open arms, the dancers support each other and the teachers support each other. I believe this starts from the top down with the ownership and management. Paula is extremely hands on with the teachers, students and families. And it shows. She doesn't care just about their dancing but cares about their character as an individual. The quality of the teaching staff is exceptional; with the primary focus on technique. But they continue to grow and expand their teaching and choreography styles.They treat the kids as the individuals they are and unify them as a team as well. In the current COVID-19 environment everything has been moved online. The entire staff has been energetic and motivating. They have provided a sense of stability in an unstable environment for our kids. Every week the teachers take time with each kid just to check in and see how they are doing. If you want a positive, creative and safe environment for your child to experience dance than I would recommend West Coast.

    Our daughter has been a part of the West Coast family for the past 7 years and it has meant so much…read moremore than dance to our family! The culture at WC is amazing. The dancers support and encourage each other and the parents are kind and helpful. These are competitive dancers who strive for excellence but never at the cost of character or class. The tone is set from the leadership of Miss Paula who runs the studio like a in impressive CEO that can also wear the hat of mentor, artist, and friend. I am constantly blown away by the talent and reach of the staff who is well rounded on style, technique, and has a proven track record of developing dancers to the highest levels. They take an interest in the dancers personally and have created a community our whole family enjoys being a part of. They way that the business pivoted during the Covid-19 shutdown is remarkable! They quickly acclimated to virtual while keeping the positive attitude and commitment to excellence we've come to expect from them. When we first started at WC I would not have imagined that dance would become such a high value for us, but because of our West Coast experience it is something we eagerly remain connected to and proud to be a part of! I could go on and on about the costumes, the wins, the opportunities, the conditioning that keeps the dancers safe, the communication, etc...Even my sons have taken classes and loved it! I would give them 100 stars if I could!

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    AfterHours Dance Studio

    AfterHours Dance Studio

    4.8
    (51 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    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!

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    Dance Arts of Orange County

    Dance Arts of Orange County

    4.7
    (14 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    Dance arts of OC is a great studio for adult ballet. First off, it's a great value class with…read moreclasses spanning 1.5 hours. The 9am (schedule may change) beginning ballet is best for those with prior ballet experience with adults of all ages and skill levels. For those with little to no experience, the Intro to ballet class is ideal. I have taken the classes of many teachers here and they are all fantastic. Joan especially is passionate and helps guide technique and has great attention to detail. I'm also grateful for Sara and Janessa. Hair and clothing is quite flexible. I choose to wear workout leggings and a form fitting top, and ballet class shoes (canvas or leather). Many wear classic tights and leotard, so it is a great place if you want to lean in to ballet wear (though not necessary). If you want a great ballet style bar workout class, called Ballet Barre Conditioning, Joan teaches a great one, ballet experience not needed, though some dancers take this class for strength. I believe socks are worn in this class. If you are visiting for the first time, arrive 10-15 minutes early to fill out the introduction form/waiver, pay, and to potentially speak to a teacher to ask questions or introduce yourself. It is quite easy to drop in and sign yourself in by the studio door.

    This studio and its owner and teachers deliver on exactly what they offer. My daughter drops in…read morefor extra classes during the daytime to work on her technique in ballet and pointe, and she says she gets a great, hard class with good corrections every time. She takes the intermediate/advanced ballet, pointe and pilates classes whenever she can, and the training is great. The facility is clean, comfortable and provides everything needed for a great class. Even though she doesn't love zoom classes, my daughter has taken them from Gina to help keep her "on her toes" during the pandemic, and even on zoom, the classes are challenging. She seems to cater to serious dance students, retired and current professional dancers, and anyone looking for a great class. Overall, very positive experiences for us with this studio.

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    Haus of Embodiment

    Haus of Embodiment

    4.8
    (40 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    This is not your average pole studio. They teach a particular style of movement which allows…read moreemotion to move through the body, and it's very cathartic. I've been doing this style of pole dance movement now for 18 years, and have been with Haus ever since they opened several years ago. Many of my favorite teachers have returned, and I couldn't be happier. I've been to other studios, but this is my favorite. It's truly my home away from home, and the community is just lovely... full of very friendly, sweet women, and none of the cattiness you often find at regular pole studios. The supportive nature of the teachers and other students is so important to me because this is a very vulnerable place, and I feel safe here.

    Signed up for their Pole Basics class on ClassPass with Natalie and had a great time. It was a…read morelittle confusing to make sure I was in the right place (there was some description on ClassPass alerting us to different entrances for different studios but it wasn't clear from the sign up which studio this class was in). However, one the instructor arrived she opened the studio. I really enjoyed the experience, I felt like the instructor did a really good job of customizing the class to our various levels of experience which is really hard to do when you have some people who are just starting and some people who have been to many pole classes. She came around and helped each of us individually and provided modifications depending on our level of challenge. I also told her about an injury I had previously and she gave me some tips to provide relief and avoid reinjury. The only thing I didn't love was how dark it was in here haha I love the dark and sexy pole vibes but it was kind of hard to see when we first came in.

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    Necessities in the restroom.
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    Pole room - no mirrors but love the moody uplighting and dark walls.

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