What started as two free classes has now led to our favorite date nights each week. The teachers…read moreare all so friendly and patient no matter what skill/learning level. We are able to customize our lessons to concentrate on the dance types we want to learn, then practice our skills at the weekly practice parties. They do everything from fun social dances to ballroom routines and even choreographed the bride & groom's first dance & father-daughter dances for both of our daughters' weddings.

I've been to many of the franchised dance studios in the greater Dayton area, and I've found that…read moreBrandon's and Kristen's studio far more welcoming than any of the others. And that includes the private studios too. I cannot talk highly enough of them and their teachers. Check them out and see for yourselves. You will not be disappointed.

It's a small place but I actually like it that way. The workouts are great and I really like the…read moreinstructions. Abby in particular is great. Very energetic, yet patient with those of us not as coordinated. She manages to pack in. A great work out but was vigilant with how everyone was doing and adjusted accordingly. She even recognized that someone was dehydrated and caught them just as she fainted slightly. Only downfall is that there is no shower, but still great.

AKT is finally here in Cincinnati! I got the chance to take a class with them curtesy of Quidwell,…read morea local wellness connection group, and it was a blast. They have a few different class formats, but my favorite is turn between dance and bands. The bands hang from the ceiling, and you wouldn't think that they do much...but they will sneak up on you. They have amazing instructors that bring so much energy.

I started going to Dare to Dance's Zumba classes after purchasing their amazing Groupon deal at the…read morebeginning of January. I waited until February to go because they had sold so many deals and classes had apparently gotten pretty full. If you've never dine Zumba before, I definitely suggest looking into it to see if it's the right fit for you. There's a lot of side-to-side movement that may not be great for your knees or hips if you've had any trouble with them. I've also had some bizarre troubles with my shoulders and have been talking about it with my chiropractor. If you decide Zumba is something you can and want to do, D2D is a great place to go. Your first class is free and after that there are lots of membership options to fit your needs. I like the freedom of being able to come to classes when I choose, which fits my unpredictable schedule. The facility is very nice, easy to get to, lots of parking and the staff are friendly and very welcoming. I usually go to classes when Richelle is instructing. I like her energy and her instruction style. Some of the footwork can be a little complicated, but it's easy to pick up again. It's also easy to modify the steps and movements if something doesn't feel right, or if you lack the coordination necessary to do the full step. I may or may not struggle with this problem frequently :) It's a safe space, so I don't feel like there are people judging me if I don't do it "just right" which I really like and am always concerned about with group classes. I have seen that so e moms bring their kids and the kids do homework off to the side during the class, so that's a great option if you've got a little bit older, self-directed child(ren). The only downside I can mention is that classes do tend to be a bit large, so it's hard to impossible to ask questions during the class or ask about modifications. Which also means that if you're doing a movement in a way that might injure you, you probably won't be corrected. But, the counter to that is that the instructors are always available before and after classes to talk and answer questions. In all, I'd highly recommend Dare 2 Dance to all. In addition to Zumba, they also have instructional ballroom dancing classes and sessions and host various events quite often. Check it out & maybe I'll see you at Zumba!

Got a Groupon for Dare to Dance a few days ago. Called to set up our consultation and man who…read morepicked up was not pleasant. He asked what the dance class was for, I said a wedding, and he goes "oh godddd" under his breath and says "okay well this class isn't for weddings". I mentioned the Groupon didn't say anything about that and he says "well I've tried to get it up and it's very hard. Plus you also need a first dance song if you don't have that no one can help you" and hung up. Horrible customer service. Don't recommend

I've been a member for 3 months now and it has been such a great addition to my life!…read more First, it is located in Liberty Center, kitty corner from Cheesecake Factory. I was initially skeptical about finding parking before class, but it hasn't been an issue. There is limited street parking and ample spaces in a nearby lot. Memberships vary from 4 or 8 per month to unlimited. There is an app which makes booking classes easy. They offer 4 different types of classes: Bands, Dance, Tone, and Circuit. Bands would be the most unique out of their offerings; bands are hung from a bar in the ceiling and works wonders for your upper back! They are deceptively difficult. The other classes are pretty straightforward but all the content changes frequently; every 3 weeks. There are cubby spaces, both locked and open, for your personal items. When you walk into the dimly lit studio, individual spaces are already set up. The instructors are amazing! They are encouraging and provide additional instructions or alternatives if needed. The first class is free and worth taking!

From the owner: AKT is a unique combination of toning, interval, circuit, and dance-based workouts, with new…read moreoriginal programing created every 3 weeks. At AKT we train, we sweat, we get results, and we have a hell of a lot of fun doing it.

My daughter absolutely loves dancing here! It is a very supportive, nurturing, professional…read moreenvironment. They make sure their students perform and understand proper technique. They go above and beyond to help their students and create a family like atmosphere.

dance is fun, i used to be a dancer that's why i was so enraged by mason dance center. I went to…read moretake my sister in for dress rehearsal since she's in ballet. We go in to her class and she whispers "these aren't the kids in my class..." and i go why they are dressed exactly the same way you are with a confused look. then the teacher comes out and says "oh this is a different class, same costume" you might think i'm overreacting but wait until what comes next. The kids with the SAME COSTUME also have the SAME SONG. what is this? this is more confusing than the narnia books. Who allowed abs approved the idea of similar age groups too have the same exact song and costume? Every other parent in there was just as confused as i was. I probably sound entitled, like a Karen, and like i am overreacting like i said before but this ticked me off. We got there at the same time we do every week to this class that has never been there at this time, in that studio. I have never seen those kids in that studio before so you can see my confusion on why children with the same exact costume in a different studio than ever confused me. I think this is a very inefficient way of running a dance studio. For the last time, yes i know i am probably overreacting but this enraged me and thought i should share.

Not sure why some people are hating here, but our kids have been coming here for years during which…read moreour daughter made strides in violin. Even our son, who we lovingly call an "immovable object" had plenty of fun in gymnastics and improved his balance and movement all around. There are plenty of different classes and offering. Prices are great, especially with sibling discounts. This is truly the heart of our community.

do not come here.They are rude to parents and turn the place from fun into a terrible experience…read more They never take responsibility for anything and just blame families. There are plenty of other better places that are actually cheaper and have much better equipment. Kids First is way better. And they let the parents watch every rehearsal instead of putting the kids behind closed doors for every class.

So glad we found this place for my eldest daughter, Tia. She has been wanting to do Ballet and…read moreLyrical dance for years. I am so thankful they have taken her in and are teaching her. This is one of her dreams and she is living it out. The school has a rich history of dance and is small and quaint so you receive direct teaching and feedback. The owner is very kind and friendly. There is something for the beginner and something for the experienced competitor. I recommend for all!!

From the owner: Preschool, Kinder classes, Ballet/Pointe, Tap, Acrobat/Tumbling, Jazz, Lyrical/Contemporary.read more