Fred Astaire Dance Studios

0.6 mi

One of the best dance studios in the area! All of the teachers are so kind and welcoming and the…read morevariety of classes they offer is great - jazz and gymnastics, tap, ballet, and musical theater to name just a few. The studio owner Kelly is amazing! All of the uniforms are always in stock and if there's something you need, Kelly is always willing to order it. The studio is in a great location and the classrooms are large with many props and equipment for the students to use. Not to mention they are very community-orientated and also host birthday parties! Definitely check them out.

From the owner: We are a family orientated dance studio in Wall offering a variety of different dance classes for…read moreall ages and abilities. Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, gymnastics, and contemporary. We run specialty camps throughout the year and create fun birthday parties. We also host fun activities such as Movie Nights, Dance-A-Thons, and Irish Step Dancing Workshops. Our dancers can also perform for the community such as parades, nursing homes, and at fairs. Join us at Shore Stars where dancing and having fun is a shore thing!

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Studio 7

3.1 mi

I would not be the person or dancer I am today without former studio director Barbara Parren and…read morecurrent studio director Erin Pasko, just two of the amazing teachers that Studio 7 students learn from. All of the staff does a great job fostering a love for dance and encouraging students that they can accomplish anything they set their mind to. If you're looking for a studio that doesn't just have talented teachers and students, but also a great environment for learning, Studio 7 is definitely the best option! I couldn't imagine a different place having the same effect.

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Dance For Joy

3.0

3.1 mi

Good dance education, but crazy favoritism.read more

From the owner: Dance For Joy has been serving the community since 1989! DFJ offers students the experiences they…read moreneed to become successful learners, while exposing them to the wonderful world of dance. In a society that lends instant gratification to many things we do, dance is a way to instill focus and discipline in your child's sometimes hectic life. It is our goal to create a safe and friendly atmosphere while inspiring and challenging the students in the art of dance. The studio isn't just a place where students learn a dance; it is where they learn how to dance. Whether your child is looking to dance for fun, exercise and the love of movement, or looking for disciplined intensive training, there is something for everyone at DFJ!

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Shoreline Dance Academy

5.5 mi

It is like a big family at Shoreline. The teachers are great and the cost is pretty decent. No…read morecontracts to sign which is a big bonus considering kids change their minds so much. My daughter has been there six years.

From the owner: Shoreline Dance Academy offers instruction in all disciplines of dance for the recreational dancer…read moreand the pre-professional dancer. With a teaching faculty of over 12 professionals, we are able to meet the various needs of each dancer as an individual. We foster respect for one another, respect for the art of dance while nurturing each dancer through positive feedback and encouragement enabling each child to shine.

Evolution Dance and Performing Arts Academy

4.0

(4 reviews)

5.6 mi

My daughter and son loves dancing at Evolution Dance Academy. The Directors, teachers and staff…read moretreat everyone like family. They do all they to create a positive atmosphere for all the children and adults. I would recommend this studio to anyone.

My daughter started her first competition season there. She did extremely well. Her teachers were…read morevery patient. The director is very kind very family oriented I highly recommend this studio

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Robin McGill School of Dance

3.5

(2 reviews)

5.6 mi

Love Robin and her staff. My granddaughter has gone from one class to three she enjoys it so much…read more Every recital is a pleasure watching the students perform. They seem like one big happy family.

As a long-time student at Robin McGill, it saddens me to say that the place has gone way downhill…read morewithin the past few years. Robin McGill has become very rude to the students over the years and parents are not allowed to watch the kids dance until her scheduled "Parent Observation Weeks." Robin's choreography is honestly not great and sometimes when I was dancing at the recital I felt ridiculous in the costumes she picks out because they don't always go with the theme of the recital. I gave it 2 stars though because everyone else there is pretty nice but Robin really needs to work on her kindness skills.

Baby ballerinas all grown up!

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Ocean Dance Force

2.8 mi

A kind studio with a focus on dedication, determination and desire to do your best. My daughter has…read morebeen a student at ODF since she was 4 years old. It has been an incredible experience every year since she began her dance journey.

From the owner: The goal of our dedicated and experienced dancing instructors at Ocean Dance Force is to instill…read morethe value of hard work and teach the importance of discipline, confidence, and camaraderie among students. While taking pride in inspiring and nurturing the young dancer, our staff also strongly emphasizes precise technique, (the root of all fundamentals of dance), tailored to the individual dancer. We nurture dancers of all ages, ranging from "Intro to Hip Hop" and "Ballet Combo" for 2-3 year olds, to Advanced Ballet and Pointe for experienced dance students, to adult tappers learning their first shuffle. Stop by our studio and join in on a class for a single session to "Experience the Force"!

Jersey Shore Arts Center

4.8

(5 reviews)

6.7 mi

It is wonderful to see old buildings like this still hanging on. It's a huge place with a lot to…read moreoffer! Theater, art exhibits etc. It's lovely to see people still coming to this place and spending the money and time to up keep this piece of history. it's a great place for the community and visitors.

This venue has great potential that is not being fully utilized. It was the old Neptune High School…read moreand was in a terrible state of disrepair in the 1990s. But, some dedicated people put a lot of sweat and money into renovating this building. Now, it is delightful; all three floors. There is an Auditorium on the ground floor that seats about 400 downstairs and another 200 in the balcony (which you enter from the 2nd floor). It would be an ideal spot for small concerts like Loudon Wainwright, Colin Hay, Livingston Taylor, etc. There is also a tiny theater on the 3rd floor (seats about 75). There are former classrooms that are being used for dance classes, yoga classes, etc. During the summer of 2017, they have a fine art show throughout the building (all 3 levels) titled "This Great Earth". I hope you realize that the Earth without Art is just Eh.

Palaia Theater, Chandelier, Jersey Shore Arts Center, Ocean Grove, New Jersey

Palaia Theater, Jersey Shore Arts Center, Ocean Grove, New Jersey

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Main Lobby, Jersey Shore Arts Center, Ocean Grove, New Jersey

Fitness On Point 24/7

4.3 mi

Formerly Anytime Fitness with same owner and management. Friendly and extremely clean with all the…read moreequipment you need for any type workout. Highly recommended for daily passes as well.

Belmar Beach

4.0

(104 reviews)

5.3 mi

I love Belmar Beach!! It's only an 1 hour 15 minute ride from my house. It is very clean and the…read morewater (dare I say) almost looked blue (ish). It's early in the season so the water was way too cold for me to enjoy. It was $12 to enter. Parking was atrocious, but it wasn't too long of a walk to get to the beach. Nice boardwalk, however it would be better with a store or game or two a long the way. Will absolutely be back.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ SUPER clean beach with a $12 beach badge fee (13 and under are free) as of July 2025. And, yes, they DO check for your beach badge at every beach entryway. + SUPER clean boardwalk with nicely painted brown planks spanning 1st to 20th Avenue. + For the kids, there are a few small playgrounds located on the beach itself. + Lots of parking spaces in the surrounding area leading to the boardwalk and beach. Only the angle parking spaces facing the beach are pay spots. Spaces in front of houses are FREE! (See NOT SO GOOD section for more) + Bathrooms are seemingly located every few blocks when in the middle of the boardwalk THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Not many restaurants along Ocean Avenue and the boardwalk except a few pizzerias (J's Pizza, 3 Brothers From Italy, Mamalukes), ice cream shops (Coney Waffle, Mamalukes) and D'jais bar. - Just a few souvenir/t-shirt stores (Beckman's On the Beach, The Beach Nut) if you're into collecting souvenirs or buying shirts from different towns/cities. - Show up early to park on weekends/holidays! If you show up after 11AM, you might be out of luck until the afternoon when folks begin leaving the beach. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = For a good photo op, stand in front of the Borough of Belmar Taylor Pavilion between 5th and 6th Ave

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Belmar Beach

Avon By the Sea

4.3

(59 reviews)

5.9 mi

Wow. I LOVE IT HERE. I'm a gal who prefers a more quiet, peaceful beach experience. I spent the…read moreday at Avon By the Sea on a weekday in September and it was perfect. All parking is FREE. Can't complain about that! There's plenty of street parking right in front of the boardwalk as well as residential parking nearby. Since I visited after the summer season ended, I had no problem finding a spot at 12pm. If you're going during the season, I would suggest coming much earlier if you want to get a good spot closer to the beach. During the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day), beach badges are required from 9am-5pm on weekdays and 9am-5:30pm on weekends/holidays. It's $13 per person. Children ages 11 and under + active military and their dependents are free of charge. They don't accept credit/debit cards, so remember to bring CASH. The beach is beautiful - clear, blue water and clean, soft sand. The crowd is more mature and family-oriented. They do have a lot of rules (no alcohol/smoking/cannabis/canopies/tents/sound systems), but I don't mind. It's not rowdy here, so you'll have a peaceful experience. There are bathrooms, a playground area for children, and a boardwalk. The boardwalk is small, but charming. There are benches for you to sit, relax, and enjoy the ocean view. There aren't many restaurants, bars, games, or entertainment around. They have a snack/food pavilion, but I'd suggest driving a few miles away to Asbury Park or Long Branch for a better dining and night life scene. Seeeeee yaaaaaaaa at the shore!

Avon-by-the-Sea is perfect if you're looking for a quiet, peaceful beach day. It's way more low-key…read morethan Belmar -- not much going on, mostly retirees and families, which honestly makes it super relaxing. Don't come here expecting to walk to a bunch of restaurants or bars -- it's more of a bring your own vibes kind of place. But they do have a snack shack, bathrooms, and the beach itself is really clean with clear water. Daily entry is $13, and there's lots of street parking, which is rare and amazing for beach towns. If you just want to chill, read, and enjoy the ocean without the crowds, this is the spot

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Manasquan Beach

4.1

(39 reviews)

1.9 mi

Came to the beach for the first time since pre-COVID! (mainly due to wild crowds, lack of time on…read morethe weekends, etc.). Was originally planning to go to Point Pleasant, but some expensive street parking led us to Manasquan where we found some free parking. We got here before 9am. If you do so, you can typically enter without paying for a beach pass (granted you don't leave the beach premises and return). It helps getting early for that, beating traffic, and enjoying the beach before it gets unbearably hot. Admittingly, it might not be the best beach for swimming, but it's pretty clean and quiet. It's more a surfers beach with the waves, but I had a fun time. I like the quiet nature of the beach and the boardwalk. It's a nice area to walk around. I also enjoyed the swingset which brought back memories of my childhood. Overall, I'd consider coming back here again.

Many times, Jenk's is waaaaay too crowded with Bennys and Shoobies. Squan's is my local beach. Even…read moreif it doesn't have all the amenities that Point has, it's still a nice and relaxing time. Perfect for a relaxing beach date with the gf (we're in our 30s--Point's better if you're 10 years younger imo). The water's better in Squan, too, I think, when compared to Point. Going out on the rocks can be fun, but be careful.