I recently came to Blue Feather for an Aerial Yoga + Play class with a few friends. The studio is…read morelocated in the Design District inside Soar Creative Studios, and you can easily book directly on their website. Aerial yoga has been everywhere lately, so I was glad to finally experience it here. The class size was small (~12 spots), which I think is perfect--any larger, and it would've been hard to see the instructor or fully engage in the movements. About 75% of the class was guided yoga using the aerial fabric almost like a sling for support (lots of Warrior II, chair pose, backbends, etc.), with the last 15-20 minutes reserved for "tricks." The time split was a little surprising, but I understand the need to warm up before advancing into more complex movements. Our instructor, Deidra, was confident and knowledgeable, offering options for both new and advanced students where it made sense. That said, I had mixed feelings about the structure. The class was advertised as beginner-friendly, but was filled with her students from moderate / advanced classes, seemingly working toward credit/practice hours. This meant Deidra often modeled progressions for them, focusing her attention at the front of the class rather than circulating to guide newer students in real time. Thankfully, a few more experienced participants helped by modeling positions, which was a big plus. My only other nick was the playlist--which bounced between Mumford & Sons to Gracie Abrams, with the occasional mainstream tracks, which just wasn't my vibe. Overall though, I loved the class and really appreciated Deidra's skill and passion. While not exactly "beginner," it was a fun and challenging introduction to aerial yoga, and I'd definitely return.

I can not remember where I first saw this place online, but I am glad I did. I have seen aerial…read moreworkout places before, but never one in Dallas. Their website is very user friendly. It will show you all the different types of classes, as well as prices, and you can book the classes online. I booked the "beginner" class last week - the aerial technique. I arrived about 10 minutes early and was shown where to grab and a yoga mat and was able to pick the "hammock" (I do not know the technical name for the ropes) I wanted to work with during class. The instructor was really nice and she walked us through each exercise. It was a lot of stretching - not really much off the mat, which was fine; I wasn't intending to be up in the air on my first time. Near the end we did get to flip upside down and hang for a little bit. I didn't find that comfortable so I didn't stay upside down for long. A lot of the other class memebers seemed to enjoy it, so maybe with time and practice I will like it one day as well. At the very end of class we got to get up in the hammock and lay down in it. The instructor turned off the lights so we just had the music to listen to and relax. It felt like we were hanging there a good ten minutes. Very relaxing. The studio is off Seventh Street in the Oak Cliff area. There is construction across the street, but I was able to find parking on Davis in a parking garage. When you walk into the studio there is a shop in the front with all kinds of trinkets, stones, incense, clothes. Cute stuff! I bought the package for 3 classes for $45 so my next class will be the aerial yoga. I'm very much looking forward to it!

If you ever thought about about learning a new style of dance .. if you're looking for a new hobby…read more. If you already dance but want to improve your dancing .. this is the place for you .. the instructors are great, they are passionate about dancing and are always looking for the best way to help people achieve their goals .. it doesn't matter if it's your first class or if you've danced for a while they have classes for every level and the first thing that you'll notice when you walk in is that every body is friendly from the person that's helps you sign in for class to the instructor teaching the class .. you just feel the good vibe from everyone taking the class .. so if you want to learn how to dance, if you want to make new friends, if you want to find a happy place, Kumbala studio is the place for you. ;)

Here are things I wish somebody told me before I went. The beginner salsa level 1 class was not…read moretruly a beginner class. I signed up and was expecting a step by step breakdown slowly. Within five mins, we got into the salsa and I was so lost. Things slowed down a bit when you partner with people but it was the same steps several round so it was kind fast then slow. Overall, it was really fun and this class was more for meeting other people in a dance Zumba class than actually learning the salsa steps. One of the guys said bachata might be better to learn bc it's slower. The receptionist didn't do a good job telling me what to expect as a first timer. I had no idea what room to go or when to go in as everybody was waiting outside. I followed the people that was there to a class. You don't need to bring a partner to class, there will be people there for you and you switch (if you want to)

My daughter has danced at Contemporary Ballet Dallas for 10 years. It has been a very positive…read moreexperience and it's been amazing to watch her grow as a dancer. She has been given the tools and opportunity to work hard and become a member of the youth ballet. Ms Lindsey, Ms Danielle and Ms Allison have all been positive roll models and instructors for my child.

My toddler is always twirling and dancing on her tippy toes at home so I was so excited to enroll…read moreher in mommy and me at CBD. Valya is so kind and patient with my daughter who likes to make her own way and ignore instructions. This is the perfect foundation for a parent looking to enroll their daughters in rhythmic in the future as it exposes them to hoops and ribbons (and of course 'ballet' which is an essential for rhythmic!)

My daughter has been at Triple Motion Dance for 2 years now, and we love it! I couldn't see her…read moredancing anywhere else, we adore our dance family!

Sweetest people ever. Great dance family. My girls loves this studio. I definitely recommend this…read morestudio

Went here for an introductory trampoline class last Saturday and enjoyed myself. The outside of the…read morebuilding is a little sketchy to be honest, but as soon as you open the door you are welcomed by the scent of lavender, comfy seating, and modern decorations and flooring. The class kicked my butt, but it was so needed! The space and staff are friendly and welcoming and I definitely would come back for a class again.

First impression upon walking in: cold, dark, uninviting and ominous. The lobby feels like an old…read morepayday loan building. There are bars on the windows, it's dark and closed off. Not what I was expecting at all. I hate to be so harsh, but there really was a moment where I considered leaving because I was uncomfortable being there. There wasn't anyone at the front desk to instruct me where to go. My class was scheduled to start at 7AM, but at 7:05 there still wasn't anyone at the front desk to check me in. I could hear an instructor in one of the many closed doors in the hallway teaching another class, but I honestly didn't know which one and if I should open them to find someone. It was pretty bizarre. Around 7:10 the instructor, Carol, came out and greeted everyone and got us checked in. Class started around 7:15. The class room was small and cluttered. The equipment was dated. I typically struggle with two red and one blue spring on the reformer, but it was a breeze. I'm wondering if thats because they were worn in and old?Idk. The class itself I did not find challenging. Carol, who was very friendly, did not pay attention to the entire class, but instead made small talk with one participant who attends her classes regularly. Carol didn't even keep count of our reps! She was constantly asking the same said participant "what number are we on?" resulting in in uneven numbers on different sides. At one point Carol started to straighten the crooked pictures hanging on the wall, forgetting how many reps we were doing, then left the room and came back a while later and said "ok, let's do the other side now!" as if she knew exactly where we were! I must have done 30-40 side angle dips on my left and maybe 10 on my right. It felt very thrown together. Like she had no idea what she would have us do next. It wasn't fluid and it wasn't good. If I had paid $25 to attend this class I would want my money back. And if I wouldn't have been charged $20 for missing the class (through ClassPass) I would have left.

My daughter started off taking a tumbling class .Quickly were impressed with the gym . Family feel,…read moreencouraging coaching, small but energetic gym , and very supportive staff. Excited to be asked to be a part of the competition team , and look forward to this upcoming season . Would highly recommend even starting off with tumbling classes so you can see for yourself how quickly you can improve your skills here .

"Love this gym! My daughter originally started here just for tumbling classes, but she loved the…read moreenvironment so much that she quickly decided to join the cheer team. Three years later, we are still so happy with that decision. The coaches are professional, encouraging, and truly care about the athletes' growth. It's been a wonderful experience watching her progress over the years--highly recommend for anyone looking for a great cheer and dance home!"

I attended a vision board workshop led by Destiny W. recently, and it was amazing! The workshop…read moreconsisted of a yoga series/flow, an opportunity to create a personal vision board, and then yoga nidra to complete the workshop. I will address each portion. Attendance: The workshop was well attended, but there was still space so I did not feel like I was too close to another person. I did not know other participants, but had met the woman leading the workshop (Destiny W). I felt welcomed into the space (so it was not weird if you showed up without a group of friends). Vision Board Workshop: I have never done a vision board before, and I am not a person who normally shares alot, so this was out of my comfort zone. I figured I would try it as a "new year, new focus situation." I am also not very creative/artsy. There was no pressure to share, but people could if they wanted. There were more than enough supplies (and there were cool supplies, too), so there was more than enough for the exceptionally creative and those who needed assistance in sorting their thoughts. Destiny (she led the workshop) walked around and chatted with each person but the conversations were not loud or intrusive so people could be present in the space and also focus on their own thoughts. Yoga Portion of the Workshop: I have practiced yoga before, and even at the old Samatone location (before it was purchased and relocated). I have not practiced in a session led by Destiny W. so that was new. I have also not practiced yoga in a couple of years (life got in the way), so I was not particularly flexible coming into this session. Destiny is a very thorough and calming presence in the studio. Some teachers talk too much, but she does not. There was enough direction to follow coherently, and the way that Destiny described yoga poses/steps made sense to me. It was not all explained in yoga words (some of which I do not know/understand), and there was time to actually do the pose (some teachers move quickly and I feel like I am sprinting to get from a down dog to a warrior). It was very obvious that she had given thought to which poses we were going to do, and in what order. This was not slapped together, and I appreciated that flow. Because this was a workshop, we completed certain yoga series/poses and then took a moment to respond to guided questions to help create our vision boards. There was enough time to do the pose, stop, and then write down a couple of words to help us when we got to the vision board portion. If we would not have done this part, I am not sure I would have been able to put a thought together coherently. The yoga definitely centered my thoughts to what I was supposed to be doing. The music was good. It was more animated during the vision board portion (which was good), and the background sound/music during yoga was neither too loud nor overpowering. I was still able to hear what was going on and also not hear the "extra" sounds of other people in the room. Yoga Nidra: Um, wow. I love yoga nidra. If you have not experienced this type of yoga, you are missing out. I think we might have done 5-10 minutes of yoga nidra at the end, but I also am unsure because I checked out for at least half of it. It was a very nice way to end the workshop. Studio space: The studio is very clean, bright/welcoming, and organized. It was easy to check in, sign the waiver, and find a space in the studio for my mat. There are more than enough cubbies/storage for bags, shoes, etc., and the facilities (bathrooms) are clean. The studio smells nice, or does not smell like a bunch of people sweat regularly in there or like feet. In between the workshop and the next class, the owner and Destiny were cleaning and making sure the room was ready for the next group. The studio owner (Rhonda, I think) was there and very nice/welcoming. Some studios have a clique vibe, but this place does not. There was a bit of everyone in this studio, so it is an inclusive place. That is nice. I would return for regular yoga, or for more workshops.

Best hot infrared yoga. I always feel great after class. There are so many classes for every body…read moreof all ages and strengths. The atmosphere, the instructors, and the students are all a great family.

While studio B is mostly about dance, their Musical Arts (Broadway) program incorporating singing…read moreand dancing rocks this world. The show is in May every year and I highly recommend you get tickets!! I've tried their adult ballet for fun and enjoyed it as an alternate workout.