My fiancé and I started wedding dance lessons with Dance Factory feeling excited, but also a little…read moreintimidated, especially my fiancé! Our amazing instructor immediately put us at ease, made the process fun, and somehow turned my fiancé into the better dancer! We now feel confident and prepared for our wedding, and we genuinely had a blast at every lesson! The entire team has been incredibly friendly, flexible, and easy to work with from a scheduling and administrative standpoint. We couldn't recommend Dance Factory more highly!

We had private lessons at Dance Factory for our first dance and it was a great experience! They…read morechoreographed the dance in a way that catered to our limited dance experience but still made the dance impressive and engaging for our wedding guests, including choreographing a Bollywood inspired section! The best part of their method is they teach you the fundamentals of dance so you feel confident enough to freestyle a bit if you miss a move. Overall we had a great experience at Dance Factory and it was one of the highlights of our wedding prep!

Ava is fantastic! The sense of community and quality of classes keeps me coming back--it really…read morefeels like the studio owners take joy in seeing us grow as dancers. Most classes are taught at an intermediate level. They're especially great for anyone interested in pro dance/cheer or anyone wanting to perform recreationally as an adult.

I LOVE AVA! When I moved to the DC area and was looking for a dance studio to join, right away I…read morewas impressed with their lineup of professional instructors & I could feel their sense of community before I even stepped into the studio for my first class! The fun & challenging choreography kept me wanting more every week and I love that they rotate the styles of dance they offer because it's gotten me to explore styles outside of my comfort zone and overall I've become a better dancer because of it! This is a judgement free zone and Leah, the director, is so incredibly welcoming! Hands down my favorite place to dance in the DMV!

Let me introduce you to my eXtend-ed Family (and maybe yours too!)…read more I've been coming here for almost two years, and while I originally came when my former beloved Barre3 studio closed in Clarendon, it now truly is a home to me. I dream about my teachers and friends at night, and I wake up in the morning looking forward to my mid-day workout (I most often take the noon classes). If I haven't been to the studio in a day or two (like when I am out of town) I don't quite feel 'right.' Let me tell you about the teachers: Dana is sunshine personified! Her positive energy is contagious, and her wit and word plays make me laugh out loud. She has a way of making everyone feel welcome and has only positive words to carry us through the classes. Her good-natured cheer and self-deprecating charm belies her intelligence and warmth. Elaine is a mistress of form. Her watchful eye ensures we all move safely and effectively, while offering modifications that cater to everyone. Her passion for teaching shines through, and she genuinely cares about helping each student improve. She is encouraging and helpful and always gives you a reliable workout with a good kind of exertion. Kelly, the owner, pours her heart and soul into this studio. Her classes, along with Stephanie's, are no joke - they'll push you to your limits, but you'll leave feeling empowered and accomplished. Kelly is a tough cookie and I think that the studio's success is a testament to her keen eye for detail (the Bath and Body Works hand soaps will always match the season, for example), her sense of style and her welcomed obsession with cleanliness. Kelly also has a ROBUST holiday decor repertoire for EVERY occasion. Alissa is GORGEOUS and you easily feel her warm embrace as soon as you walk into one of her classes. In Alissa's Barre Camp and Bounce classes, your coordination will be tested, but she always helps you feel totally OK about just doing what you can do and will talk you through every move and choreographed series. Emily is ADORABLE. She has a playful, jovial demeanor and her Bounce classes are my favorite since the trampoline is intimidating to me and she really breaks each move down and builds up slowly so you don't feel lame when you are bouncing like a goofball. Kate is literally a RIOT. You almost don't need any ab exercises since you'll be laughing the whole time, even as you are working your glutes or your triceps. She has an irreverence and wit that has led to me changing my family's weekend schedule so I can attend her Sunday classes. Marti and Tonya are both sweetness personified. Marti has a calm, wise, soulful spirit that is soothing, even as you are sweating. Her poise and grace are the perfect antidote to the early morning screech of the alarm. Because of my schedule, I don't get to take as many of Marti's classes, but when I do, I feel treated. Tonya's Southern accent sounds like mother's milk. She does a great job of coordinating the beat drop of a song to the moves and her workouts can be deceptively intense. Tonya's modesty alleviates any anxiety you might have when you have an 'off' day. "Bless her heart!" There are a handful of teachers that I have not had because I only take morning or noon-time classes. There are also teachers who have gone on to other destinies who I miss dearly (looking at you Colleen!) but every Xtend teacher I've had has been welcoming and taught me something. That's saying a lot since I've been in some form of Barre, yoga or The Daily Method for 20ish years!! Xtend is a place where you grow stronger, laugh often, and feel genuinely good about yourself. The sense of community is truly special - you can tell everyone there genuinely cares about each other. Come join us!

One of the nicer boutique studios in the area! If your primary method of working out is yoga/barre…read morethen this is the studio for you.

A very nice school, in Georgetown, my 8yo girl started…read moreballet class at this centre de danse two years ago and she just loves it. she made great progress! I recommend

As an adult getting back into ballet after a few years away, I was looking forward to my first…read moreclass at Centre de Danse. Miss Theresa is very kind, has incredible professional dance experience, and her class offers de facto French lessons, but I found the ballet curriculum lacking. The adult beginner ballet class only teaches the absolute basics (plié, relève, tendu), with very little room for growth. Additionally, the studio only accepts cash or check, which is worth knowing before attending class. If you have any previous dance experience and are looking for a good beginner ballet class, I'd recommend Born 2 Dance or the Washington School of Ballet instead.

I can always count on Barry's to push my limits!…read more I missed the gym a couple days this week because of work and decided to come here today to make up for it! The instructors have changed from when I first came but today's instructor was awesome!! I love how today's instructor gave a base for the class and encouraged you to go at your own pace but push yourself... They have opened a location in Bethesda so maybe I can make that my Barry's home vs taking this ride. But it's definitely worth the ride!! Happy Yelping!

Barry's is so welcoming! This class really kicked my butt though!! Really great location with good…read moreparking and great workers that also make great smoothies! Will be back :)

I've been going here for over 3 years now and they have more than 20+ classes a week, so you have…read moreno excuses! I usually go MWF at 7am to get my workout in before work, but they have a 6am M-F as well. On the weekends, I try and go to at least one class, but its tough. They have great contests all year long that encourage your attendance to the center.

Dance based exercise class with weight/core work at end. Each class has different songs/routines…read morebut it's the same basic program: *Start with one warm-up song *About 30mins of cardio/dance *About 10mins of arm weights and core (my favorite part) *One final cool down song CROWD Good for all ages, can modify if lots of jumping isn't for you. Or ramp it up for a good sweat. Mostly ladies, but I've seen a few guys. FACILITY Located on the ground floor of an office building There is a shared office bathroom (you need to grab a key) for changing Also a drinking fountain in bathroom area Some of the classes get really full, however they have these purple squares built into the flooring to help space people out. It's great! They have cubbies right there in the room for your purse/bag EQUIPMENT They provide lots of weights in different sizes, or some people bring their own Same with mats, they have a stack available There's also large yoga balls (or whatever they're called) however I don't see these used much I wish they had antibacterial wipes or spray to clean off the mats PARKING Plenty of spots in the office building lot

I highly recommend lessons, whether it is for preparing for an event, wanting to pick back up what…read moreyou did as a kid, or wanting to try something new. Ann is an incredible teacher and got me dancing in the first lesson, whereas I spent my whole life thinking I couldn't dance. She has worked with several of my friends, as well, and got them ready for their wedding and other events. She breaks things down so they seem very simple. Her humor and positivity make learning fun. She has taught me bachata, merengue, cha cha, rumba, swing, and waltz so far, and we're still going! And a friend of mine and I also started doing tap and ballet with her. When working with disabilities, she is flexible and creative in her explanations and the way she makes dancing possible.

Ann is amazing! My wife and I started taking lessons with her ahead of our wedding, and are still…read moreworking with her over a year later. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable but she is also an excellent teacher. She is especially good at understanding the common issues that men encounter as the lead. We have been learning swing, rumba, and salsa. Ann is incredibly patient and understanding while also having high standards for us. We have fun at every lesson and look forward to continuing to learn from Ann. Highly recommend!

Please look into other gyms!! They're not worth it. Communication is horrible, they have too many…read morechildren in one class and it's challenging for your child to get the necessary attention needed. Also, they will take money even if your membership is cancelled and not refund you for it! I HIGHLY recommend looking elsewhere and putting your money into establishments that are worth it.

Just hosted our 5year-olds bday here, today, and I would DEFINITELY do it again for the following…read morereasons: 1) budget friendly--you'd be hard-pressed to find a better deal in this area @ an indoor play-space 2) we had the whole facility to ourselves 3) throughout our entire process, every staff Member was professional, helpful, friendly & communicated effectively w/o exception even w/our last minute questions 4) short drive from our home (Capitol Hill/Navy Yard) 5) ease of parking & general access to place @The Little Gym Proprietor & Staff--keep doing what you're doing! This picky D.C. mama was thoroughly pleased. THANK YOU.