I have gone to this place for years as a performer and as far as I am concerned, this is the place…read morethat is a reflection of how unique Middletown is. This place is the most unique dance studio and I believe it should be considered an tourist attraction when visiting CT and a must-visit when staying in Middletown. Located in downtown, Middletown, CT, Vinnie's is home to a bunch of different alternative classes, including (but not limited to) Yoga, Belly dancing, swing, B-Boying, and the list does not stop there. This is the dance school that seems to caters to adults first, and then the children. The ages of folks taking these classes varies from 17 to 67 and probably beyond! The classes are also affordable. As a bboy, I stepped into a swing-dancing club night there and it was amazing - they treated me like one of their locals and when the beat was right, I was able to do my thing and they loved it. It was a great show of reciprocated respect and admiration for how we expressed ourselves. Anyway, I would take a look at Vinnie's, see their schedule and take a class or two! Or, go to one of their public events and enjoy yourself!

Great place with all kinds of movement arts! The only regular AcroYoga classes in CT outside of New…read moreHaven at super fun!

Great dance studio for youngsters. The dance recitals are HUGE and well organized. She has a new…read moreyoga wing now and Andrea is a fantastic teacher!

RNS Is the one of the best dance studios in CT and has the best dance instructors! Mr. Tony is an…read moreinspiration to all the dancers. This past weekend I was invited to their annual recital and it was amazing to see so much talent from the 2 year olds to the graduating seniors! RNS offers a variety of dance classes to fit any dancer. They even offer adult classes! If you're looking to take your training to the next level, I'd recommend joining RNS! The kids can thrive because the teachers are so dedicated and they love what they do. I am so happy to be part of the RNS family!

Update: Connie has added weights and made the Barre classes a complete workout. Love this place!…read more I've been taking Barre classes with Connie here off and on for a couple of months now. I love the studio; it is bright and spacious. Not underground or in a basement somewhere like some studios are.There is a regular group that comes to these classes and even though they all know each other, they are warm and inclusive of new people. The only thing holding me back from giving RNS Barre class five stars is that weights aren't used and I don't feel I get much of an upper arm workout. The energy is fabulous and it is definitely a great workout. Update: weights were used in class today. First time I've seen this. I'm waiting to change my rating until I see

Both my husband and I, when reflecting back on our wedding, pinpoint our first dance as the…read morehighlight of our night. Not only did our expertly choreographed routine set the tone for the rest of the evening and shock every one of our guests, but we both experienced a moment where the world melted away and all we saw was each other. Watching the videos of the dance we can hear cheering and clapping, but neither of us have any memory of that occurring while we were dancing. Crystal took two non-dancers and made us look fabulous - more so than we could have ever dreamed! With her expertise and Josh's style coaching we felt so comfortable performing the routine. We could not recommend Crystal and Josh any more!! We are confident that we would not have received a fraction of the individualized attention and choreography had we gone to a run of the mill ballroom dance studio. We loved Crystal so much that we not only invited her to our wedding but plan to continue our lessons with frequent date nights!

From the owner: We teach all ages from age 3 - Adults. We teach all styles…read moreof dance, Wedding dance, Bridal party, Quinceaneras, Social Dancing, Ballroom, Latin, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, Breakdancing, Modern, and Heel Hip Hop.

This studio is not about competitions and accolades, it's about bringing people together who share…read morea common passion for dance. The instructors are not only talented, but they are just amazing people, too. And they are PROFESSIONALS who have danced and choreographed with well known artists, Welcoming to ALL AGES (I'm in an adult hip-hop class) and ALL LEVELS. Highly recommend!

From the owner: United Rhythms has been in business for over 30 years in Meriden. We offer many styles of dance at…read moreall levels. Whether you're looking for drop in classes, recreational or competitive to performing opportunities ranging from community up to professional levels we have a class for you. What are you waiting for.. Call today for more info. Find your passion and love for dance at UR.

If you're from around the area, you might have noticed a familiar barista at a few independent…read morecoffee shops. His name is Taki Tanaka, and he's a master at crafting any coffee you might desire. He can be currently found at the very unique space combining dance and drinking coffee, Garage Dance Studio & Coffee Lounge. While the dance studio and the coffee lounge share the same space, they don't share the same hours of operation. I was here a few months ago, to find the coffee portion in the dark and the dance floor in full bloom! I came again yesterday afternoon, to find the opposite. This time the coffee lounge was open, and no one was on the dance floor. The inside is set to look like you're in somewhere in Madrid amongst the colorful buildings, where the tables are all adorned with red tablecloths. Of course, the barista working was Taki Tanaka. We chatted briefly and he made me the most delightful Honey Fig Latte. It was creamy, foamy, with a beautiful rose art design he hand poured himself. This was mildly sweet, rich in coffee, utterly satisfying with each sip. I just wish there was dance to see.

My friend introduced me to this spot while we were out for a Yelp event. The coffee shop is owned…read moreby her friend, and he makes everything from scratch. I decided to order a Chai Latte because I had never tried it before. I don't drink coffee, but the Chai Latte was good. For me, it needed to be a little sweeter, but all in all, it was a Chai Latte. There is also a dance studio located inside the coffee shop. They offer dance lessons, and the inside, from the dance clothes to the others hanging from the window, gives off a Latin vibe.

The Lab is truly my favorite spot since moving to New Haven half a year ago, and I only go to one…read moredance class there per week. The owner, Gerald Lovelace, is, for real, a renaissance man who runs the studio, teaches, and is a tech wiz with all sorts of video and light production. (His photo studio, Lovelace Studios, is a testament to many of his skills outside of dance, check that out, too.) Classes are affordable, insanely fun, incredibly accessible and welcoming (I had danced a lot growing up but never in the style I take at The Lab), and the folks at The Lab are just the nicest, ever. Beginner classes are indeed beginner-friendly, but they're *not* boring!! They also film at the end of every class, which helps me learn where I can improve AND document an incredibly fantastic experience. Filming is optional but I recommend it! I'm just repeating myself but I can not recommend this studio enough. Check out their YouTube page or Instagram if you want to get a good sense of the choreographers/teachers and the styles you'll find here. I could spend a year going on and on about the experience dancing at the Lab. It's an oasis in a desert (where are the other dance studios!? But now I don't even need 'em lol, nothing would beat this spot). Logistical Bits: If you're coming to visit, parking is in the back of the building (I don't do what my phone says and I just turn in from E Main St to High Street, before you hit the Dunkin' Donuts), and the door is a little bit nondescript (imho) so be confident as you walk in, you're in the right place. ;) TLDR The *best* spot, the best people, truly a space buzzing with creative energy - at least every single second I've spent there. Can't wait to keep going!!

From the owner: At The Lab, we are all scientists experimenting with the arts. We provide educational services to…read morethe people in performance arts, contemporary art, photography, cinematography, and more. Our goal is to educate and challenge our students while having fun while sharing positivity and love for what we do.

LOVE LOVE LOVE Zumba! Those late night commercials starring the handsome Latin lover shanking…read morehimself from left to right and front to back, may have peaked my intrest, but in reality I love Latin music and have been dying to try zumba! The energy from Kayt, the owner and one of the instructors, is incredible! She is sooo motivating, there's no way you can't have fun in her classes! There are classes 6 days a week (maybe even 7, I'm not sure), and they just opened up a bigger and better studio to accommodate more people. Classes with Melissa on Fridays also whoop my a$$ in gear! Kayt has an awesome team of instructors, she should be proud of such an awesome studio that welcomes all levels of abilty and really helps make all women feel sexy in their skin! They also offer classes for kids!

I love Fusion Fitness and Dance Studio. They offer dance classes for various ages and they also…read moreoffer plenty of Zumba classes at a very reasonable drop in rate of $10 per class. The instructors that I have taken classes with (Kayt, Margaret and Vince) are all excellent instructors who emphasize that it's about having fun and enjoying your work out and less about perfection. This is a hidden gem in Wallingford and I absolutely love it.

this gym is disgusting. do not sign up if you need to use the bathrooms. the shower curtains are…read morealways torn or just not there (?) they never restock the toilet paper and will go literally an entire weekend from friday to monday morning not refilling it. i've submitted feedback over 2 months and nothing has changed. disgusting

yeah, I'm not satisfied with how m the machines are always broken and the most of the weights seem…read morelike they were stolen since there only enough of them for nearly half the machines there, but my big issue here is that the staff here are nothing short of predatory. stay away if you can, this place is a viper's nest. Honestly, somebody needs to get the BBB involved