Danspiration Center

1.4 mi

My Daughter goes here it's just amazing i can't even explain she takes ballet and modern dance and…read moreshe is great and the teachers r so kind and great in there field

From the owner: Welcome to FieldCrest 40 Classes Per Week - 3 Locations…read more Open Enrollment - Join Now Since 1977, FieldCrest School of Performing Arts has been known as the premiere studio of the performance world, and is widely referred to as "the place where it all happens." FieldCrest has a passion for supporting boys and girls (ages 3 to 18 years) as they develop their talents. They offer a wide range of performing arts classes to give every student the opportunity to become a well-rounded performer. Classes include Acting and Artist Development, as well as a variety of Dance Classes, including Hip Hop, Majorette, Musical Theater, Tap, Ballet, and Contemporary. Located in downtown Park Forest, Matteson Community Center, Homewood Flossmoor Park District and Park Forest Park District. FieldCrest maintains 6 fully-equipped studios that will serve all of your performing arts, rehearsal space, casting, and auditioning needs. For more information about our Park Forest location: contact studio.

Tap and Hip Hop Dance

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Competition

American Dance Center

4.5

(2 reviews)

4.7 mi

no big review on this place just know that it's an amazing place to go to dance and I really like…read morethis place when it comes to dancing and yeah, I'm gonna get signed up again in the summer 2025 but I think THE has some more business during 2025 dancing which will be really good for them

Great place to take dance. Both of my daughters have taken dance here since the age of 3 and they…read moreare now 26 and 24. The staff is like family, once you begin to take classes here, you never want to leave. They really care about all aspects of children and their development.

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Elevate Dance

9.9 mi

Elevate is a fantastic dance studio. Their teachers are knowledgeable and lead a classroom easily!read more

From the owner: Discover Dance with Elevate Dance Company: Dance is more than just movement—it’s a journey of…read moreself-expression, growth, character and community. Personalized Learning: Whether you’re a beginner finding your rhythm or an advanced dancer perfecting your craft, our structured levels of expertise ensure you grow at your own pace with the guidance of our expert instructors. Passionate Professionals: Our team brings years of professional experience and a genuine passion for teaching, ensuring every class is inspiring, supportive, and fun. A Community That Cares: When you join us, you’re not just signing up for classes—you’re becoming part of a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates every step of your journey. Innovative Programs: From classical techniques to contemporary trends, we offer a variety of styles to explore and challenge your creativity. Whether you dream of performing, competing, or simply dancing for joy, we’re here to elevate your dream!

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Room To Move

(3 reviews)

5.1 mi

I love this place. Great owners. They offer a fantastic variety of classes. Love that this business…read moreis in my town!

Offering lots of different types of dance (and more) classes, there is something for everyone at…read moreRoom To Move - ballet, belly dance, yoga, hip hop, hoop dance, burlesque, martial arts, drumming, pin-ups photography. For all ages and skill levels and body types. I like that the studio really fosters a welcoming, friendly atmosphere - no judgement here!

Side view of front porch.

Front of building.

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Loft waiting area

The Pole Palace Dance Studio

8.4 mi

This is exactly what I needed in my life! I was excited and a little nervous to try something new…read more Kirsten was so warm and welcoming. This is a judge free zone where us ladies can build strength and gain confidence. I had so much fun. I can't wait to go back next week.

From the owner: Here at The Pole Palace, we believe in the transformative power of dance and movement. Our studio…read morespecializes in pole dancing and various performative dance, offering a unique blend of strength, flexibility, and artistry. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore a new form of exercise or an experienced dancer aiming to refine your skills, The Pole Palace provides a supportive and empowering environment for all. We are dedicated to creating a space where everyone feels welcome and free to be themselves. We welcome all backgrounds, genders, shapes and sizes. Dance is not a “one-size fits all” sort of thing, which we proudly celebrate. Our instructors are passionate about helping you achieve your goals while having fun and expressing yourself through movement. We offer a variety of classes, from introductory classes to intermediate techniques, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Join us at The Pole Palace and discover the joy, confidence, and community that dancing can bring. Dance, connect, and grow with us! ♔

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Fred Astaire Dance Studios

4.0

(5 reviews)

7.2 mi

A great atmosphere. Plus a great place to work. The staff are Beautiful and friendly. They go all…read moreout there way to help your child to success.

I have learned so many dance styles, and I love each step. Wonderful and friendly environment…read more The staff make you feel so welcome. Just a great experience. Carrie H.

Singles or Couples Always Welcome!

Welcome to Our Dance Studio!

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We create dances for a variety of special occasions- call for more info!

Empowerment Through Exotic Dance, Ltd

11.0 mi

This is an awesome place to learn SAFTY FIRST. THEN build coordination and work on building body…read morestrength. Elaine is so patient. Love Love her

From the owner: Pole dance classes and parties for women.read more

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Steadfast Dance Center

24.5 mi

I had a blast, the teacher was awesome me and my sis celebrated our 53 and 54 birthday here. We did…read morea sexy routine that

From the owner: Steadfast Dance Center is a dance studio with a stellar staff and mutitalented instructors who…read moreoffer quality classes at an affordable rate to the community!

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Dance Housee

3.0

(2 reviews)

10.3 mi

I originally put this on google reviews but after I posted it, they deleted their whole google…read morebusiness account so you can no longer view it. Please don't come here if you actually care about the way your child is treated. Long read but worth it. This was my 5 year old's 1st dance class experience. She is quieter than most kids. She started in February 2025 and her last class was early June 2025. We noticed right away that the instructor, who I believe is the owner, Vienna had little patience with kids but we wanted to stick it out. She is usually running behind on classes so you'll start a few minutes late for a 30 minute class but she makes sure that she's done on time. She's on her phone most of the time & trying to figure out what music to play rather than having it ready before class. When she was showing the kids the recital, she was constantly changing moves & making the dance up on the spot. At the last class my daughter attended, you could tell she wasn't feeling class and not doing her best moves. Vienna kept calling her out and telling the class they had to start over because my daughter was doing it wrong. Naturally, that brought my daughter down & she checked out (understanding since again, she's 5). Vienna kept calling her out the whole 30 minute class then grabbed her arms aggressively to do the move properly, mind you she almost never even acknowledges my daughter the whole time she's been enrolled. My daughter came out very sad telling me she doesn't want to come back & of course I don't want her back there either since I did witness everything. I emailed them the following week letting them know she won't be back & asked when we can get her recital costume since we paid for it & she loves playing dress up. Vienna asked if there was something we can work out so she can do the recital at the end of the month & said we can pick up the costume during open business hours if not. The manager, Camille, who is Vienna's mom called me & left messages. I honestly didn't want confrontation so I figured I would respond once we got the costume with the reason we made this decision. My aunt went to pick up the costume for me & they asked if I can call and confirm that my aunt is allowed to take the costume. When I called and told Camille that it was ok, she asked me what happened. I told her what happened & she got defensive & said kids need to be corrected. I agreed but said not to the extent Vienna went to & my daughter was no longer comfortable coming to their "Housee." She asked what I would do when my daughter was corrected at school & I told her she is already great in school & we don't have issues like this. I then told her that I felt Vienna was aggressive when moving her arms and she said she found that hard to believe. Then Vienna took the phone and said I needed to email that it was ok my aunt take the costume which I was trying to do but then she started yelling and I couldn't even understand what she was saying at this point. I told her I wasn't arguing with her & this is exactly why my daughter wasn't coming back & why I didn't tell them why until I got the costume because I KNEW this kind of situation would happen. My mom took the phone from me and told them this wasn't the time to do this since we were at gymnastics so Vienna put the phone down & Camille hung up on my mom. My aunt was cordial with them the whole time but they were being snippy with her. Then they were talking negatively about a 5 year old while my aunt was right there; saying she never listened anyways (which is not at all true plus she's been in gymnastics a year & has absolutely no issues, never wanted to quit either). Then again infront of my aunt, Camille told Vienna that they shouldn't give my daughter the recital shirt but Vienna said just to give it to her because we paid for it. I've seen and heard them acting this way to kids & parents & was hoping I wouldn't have to do this review but here we are. My family nor my daughter never gave them problems but they don't like being told they're wrong. A simple "I'm sorry you feel that way" would have been fine. Extremely unprofessional & I bet they will respond to this with something passive aggressive like their last negative review. This all just shows what kind of people they are.

Ms. V is an excellent teacher. My granddaughter loves going to little tip toes. She met new friends…read moreand is learning how to dance. The studio is very clean and very organized

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American Dance Center

3.6

(9 reviews)

10.2 mi

My daughter has been going to ADC for years, we were first at the Homewood location and now at the…read moreOrland location. Everything about the environment and experience at ADC has been amazing! Dance class is the highlight of her week. As a parent I love the focus on movement and skill building rather than always prepping for recitals. For the classes my daughter is in they do a recitals every other year which is perfect because it gives time to work on skills. The older kids are also always so kind and helpful with the younger dancers. We were also at a different studio when our daughter was really young and my wife and I felt the older girls performances and costumes were overly sexualized. The older girls at ADC are outstanding dancers and their performances are always tasteful. We love all the teachers and the delay of community, can't say enough good things about ADC!!

Absolutely the worst place for dance in the south suburbs. If I could give this place NO STARS, I…read morewould. They are totally insensitive to the cultural differences of their students, lack professionalism when speaking to parents and children and isolate children based on their beliefs. Because I didn't want to put my 5 year old in the street walker makeup that was recommended for recital, I was told that my daughter couldn't participate in the group picture because she would not be "uniform and the other parents would complain." I'm sure that other parents are like me and don't care what other children in the picture look like as long as their kid is cute. We are African American and my daughter's hair is not the slick-back-into-a-ponytail kind of hair. They made a point to say that no one should have braids or beads. No beads, I understand. But let's be reasonable about the hair. The teachers constantly talk to the student, not their parent, about things they should not serving to alienate them from their classmates. While they do this, they hide behind the statement that they are "teaching more than just dance steps." Well, they are right about that. They are teaching them that to take a stand for what they believe in could cause them to be ousted from the group and that what they hold as a personal or religious standard is inferior to the need to have uniformity in a group. If you care at all about your daughter's emotional well-being, do not take them to this dance school.

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Centennial Park

4.5

(12 reviews)

7.4 mi

So Tinley park has this massive storm water reservoir with a lake at the center that they turned…read moreinto a community park. They have a couple of large parking lots there to stash your vehicle while visiting. One of the main entrances is right past one of the Tinley Park fire stations. Many paved trails to walk around the lake, with a high route and a low route to vary up the scenery. On the high elevation they have a number of picnic tables and the like for those that want to have a meal. They also have a large playground there for the kids to keep busy while the parents chill. The lower route is mainly for jogging and walking ... although you'll find a lot of bikes in the area also. At the other end you'll find baseball and soccer fields, skateboard, and basketball too. They also have a little dock off which you can fish. Be forewarned - no dogs allowed, which is good for some people and not so much for others. This is a sort of difficult kind of place to find, but that keeps it a treasure.

So peaceful. People…read morereally seem to be respectful and take care of the property for the most part. Trash usually isn't all over. I really enjoyed my evening out it was restful and gave me a sense of calm even though this is in the the middle of a really busy suburb. Didn't hear any cars, horns, sirens or anything like that. There was some noise from the ball fields but that was also far enough away that that wasn't crazy loud either. Check it out when you have a chance

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Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve

4.7

(3 reviews)

5.5 mi

Nice area for walking. Trail was marked decently. It was very muddy as we went after rain. I…read morerecommend bringing a change of shoes for your walk. Decent amount of parking. Porta potties.

This beautiful Preserve has gorgeous walking trails around three lakes. You can join the preserve…read moreand purchase a fishing permit. It is beautiful when the leaves turn during the fall but open year round. A peaceful place in the middle of suburbia. A large picnic shelter with picnic tables throughout area. The Boy Scouts utilize Black Bear Lodge for their meetings and often do projects to maintain and improve the walking paths. A lovely place to visit.

Park Clean-up Day by Volunteer Parents of The Softball and Baseball Association

Prairie Lake

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Play Ball

Park Forest Aqua Center

3.5

(6 reviews)

2.0 mi

I use to enjoy going to the aqua center as a child and a teen. Now that I have kids of my own they…read moreenjoy spending the summer at the aqua center. My son learned how to swim by taking swim lessons at the PFAC. My son has also taken the junior life guard class two years in a row and has enjoyed it. My now 5 year old daughter has taken two years of swim lessons here and has learned alot. The adult pool is nice, quiet and relaxing, eventhough I don't use it as much as I use too. My two younger kids enjoy the zero depth pool (beach pool) and sand box. My son enjoys the water slide, drop slides and the wall climb. There really is something for all ages at the PFAC.

I wish I could live in a pool, but since I haven't figured out how to turn into a mermaid, I will…read morejust have to settle for spending copious amounts of time at the Aqua Center. I spent my entire childhood at the PFAC hanging out in the puddles, the zero-depth pool and the badge pool. Now that I am decidedly over 18, I have graduated to the adult deck and it is fabulous! It is a completely calm, child-free zone complete with designated lap lanes and available lounge chairs. I can spend hours here swimming, sun bathing and reading. Beyond just splashing around in the pools, the Aqua Center always tries to provide other services. They have swim lessons, private party rentals and this year Aqua Zumba classes are offered on Saturdays for $5. I wouldn't last 5 minutes at a zumba class on land, but in the water I am a contender. The facilities are also very clean and the lifeguards are very professional. We might not be going on vacation this year, but we are going to the PFAC and it feels just as good.

The Adult Deck. A piece of heaven.

Fabulous facility

Fabulous guards

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Kayak Starved Rock

4.3

(111 reviews)

64.6 mi

I have mixed feelings about this kayak tour company. I signed up because although I'm a very…read morecapable and seasoned kayaker, I didn't know this river and I like learning about the ecosystems and local wildlife. For this reason I like having tour guides. Going up the river was fine. Coming back went a bit sour. I went as slow as I was capable of paddling or not paddling, but apparently it was too fast for the preference of our tour guide. I was barely touching the water with my paddle. I have no idea how I could have gone any slower. It wasn't humanly possible. After shouting at me several times, he took to chasing me down and ramming my kayak so it'd spin in circles. Would I rent a kayak here and kayak the river alone? Yes. Would I personally use a tour guide here? No I wouldn't. Would I recommend? If you're a family with little kids or a drunk sorority house, absolutely. If you know what you're doing, just go it alone. You'll probably enjoy it more. Edit: If the tour guide had concerns for group safety, he could have said so. Although ramming my kayak with his seems to be a bit of a conflict as far as my safety goes. It was an unprofessional approach when he could have simply explained why he needed me to slow down

It almost seemed like a dream. From the very start, cruising through a large patch of lotus plants,…read moreit felt otherworldly. Very peaceful, going at our own pace. Enjoyed the cliff walls of Buffalo Rock and the shallow waters of some side passages. We paddled for 5 hours, covering 8 miles total. After we were done we headed to charming, historic downtown Utica for drinks and dinner at Skoog's Pub & Grill in North Utica, IL. I was impressed with the logistics and operation of the kayaking experience, from the guide* to the equipment and online booking process. *Full disclosure, the guide was my twin sister, but I am being objective...seriously.

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White Water Canyon Water Park

3.3

(23 reviews)

7.3 mi

Overall a good place to take kids of all ages. Food is basic. Very strict on no outside food. The…read morebathrooms were horrible, don't seem to be cleaned often, which is gross and unsanitary for the summer wave.

Went today, place was super crowded it was enough space for everyone . 20$ for non resident I want…read morecomplain everything has gone up. I gave this place 3 stars for started bathroom after a hour of being open were so nasty look like hasn't been clean from last night a turn off. This place needs separate tubes. Staff didn't care people were sitting down holding tubes like they were their personal tubes. You stand in line and wait for someone to be done with a tube , well no one follow directions and there was a long line waiting on tubes. Cade area definitely needs more cashier over a hour to order food. Good was decent besides the chicken tenders but for the price again I want complain on that much. Would I come back probably now but, my family enjoy a nice day to beat the heat.