started taking dance cardio class here and have signed up for so many other classes since. Lauren…read moreis an amazing instructor and keeps the energy high and the mood fun! Best time I've ever had working out!

Clann Lir has dedicated teachers and proven results in advancing its students. The families of the…read morestudio are very supportive of each other and have created a close knit community that helps the studio thrive. While Clann Lir is relatively new, it is a much talked about up-and-coming Irish dance studio in the Northeast that has already produced World qualifying champions. Would recommend Clann Lir for anyone looking for boutique, high-touch and personalized Irish dance instruction.

My five year old has been dancing here for two years and we're so happy with the level of…read moreinstruction and the wonderful community that we've become a part of. Anthony is terrific with the little kids and knows just how to get them excited about dancing -- it's fun, but they're learning real skills and building their bodies. Likewise, the older girls are so sweet and helpful with the littles. It's just been a great experience for us, and it's such a nice, supportive group of students and families. We love Clann Lir!

We love Kelley Ann Dance! My four year old daughter takes two weeknight classes at the studio --…read moreacro-tots and hip hop dance. She'd love ballet most of all, I am sure, but we can't make the Saturday morning time slot. There is a recital each spring and each age group preps all year for it. There are two physical studios in the same little strip mall. All the teachers are so friendly and competent. Looking forward to more.

Our kids have been dancing at Kelley Ann Dance center for 5 years, and there is no better dance…read morestudio than this one. The staff members are all incredibly talented and professional and very dedicated to student growth and development. One thing that we've found here is that the teachers offer very individualized attention to each student, meeting them wherever they are in their dance journey and helping them grow and thrive. They work very hard in their classes, but make dance SO much fun that my kids (ages 7-13) can't wait to go, and often are there 5-6 days a week.

I've known Martin Nikolov as a dance teacher for several years now. He is a championship level…read moredancer and an excellent teacher of both dance technique and style. He is very kind and patient, but also expects your best effort every-time you are on the dance floor. If you are looking to dance for fun, competition or that perfect wedding dance you need to contact him today. I recently had the pleasure of meeting his colleagues Holli and Shannon. They were both very warm and welcoming my first time in the studio. I had several dance with Shannon who is from my first impression a high level dancer with a lot of patience. Not dancing for several months I am very rusty and she gently guided me when I tried to remember my steps. The studio is in an Historic Mill Building converted to studio space and is so wonderful. They did a beautiful job of creating the spaces to just feel very comfortable. The dance floor is a dream; so big and well done. I'm so glad I took the opportunity to check this studio out. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to dance for the first time, train for competitive dance. or create a once in a lifetime wedding dance.

From the owner: We offer ballroom dance coaching for interest in private or group lesson for various genres…read moreincluding: Samba, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Paso Doble, Jive, Swing, Bolero, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz, and Quickstep. We will create an individualized program created by a professional and certified ballroom dance instructor. You can achieve goals in areas such as learning different dance styles to improve stamina, strength, and coordination.  Students learn choreography and routines for performances in areas including, group and private wedding dance packages, recreational dance classes, and even advancing to the competitive level. We will be more than happy to put together the most appropriate choreography for the occasion. In addition to teaching, M Dance Studio  is available for performance opportunities at events!

The three top reasons that I LOVE this gym are... Motivation…read moreUniqueness Cleanliness "Motivation" because the owners and staff are filled with enthusiasm and expertise thus creating a positive environment to challenge you and to help you to reach your fitness goals while maintaining joy throughout the process. I am always greeted with smiles and encouragement and there are so many classes and fitness props to choose from that you can never get bored with the same routine, there are a plentitude of options everyday to keep everyone motivated and to help all of us to reach our goals! I say "us" rather than "me" because Pulse Gym is a team of members working together towards the same goal, to become the best that we can be while encouraging each other along the way to ultimate fitness! "Uniqueness" because this gym is very special due to the many services offered outside of fitness. I can workout, relax with a sauna, take a shower followed by a cup of tea or coffee then go to the hair/makeup salon and if needed, get a spray tan. Once finished with all the options available I can then change into a pretty dress and Ta-Dah! I'm all ready to return to work or to go out on the town for the evening :) Oh, and if you have children the child care gym is off the chart in being AWESOME! The owners are on the cutting edge of the industry in knowing how to combine the perfect place to get it all done with professionalism and class all without stress :) "Cleanliness" is the most important factor to me in choosing a gym and Pulse Gym and Studios surpasses all my expectations! Every single day that I arrive at the Pulse Gym or to their other locations I am greeted with a clean space, fresh air and cold filtered water. These are the three necessities that are important to me to allow for the best foundation for a workout environment. Workout towels are also provided as are cleaning stations to cleanup your area after your workout. The bathrooms and showers are sparking clean as well! This is by for the very best place to workout on the island! So what are you waiting for !?! Try it out as soon as you can, this fabulous boutique gym will not disappoint!

My boyfriend and I spent a month in Newport and we wanted a place to workout. We found Pulse gym…read moreon the first day. We never looked back. The coaches are done if the best I have ever seen. Ann Marie and Liz's classes will work you harder than many others like Orangetheory and F45 and are fast moving and fun! They are both awesome instructor/trainers. Owner Jacki has created an environment with great equipment in a well laid out space. Other gyms could learn something from this local gem... I mean gym..

Music Together is such a positive way to help our daughter grow into her musical self, and as a…read moreparent I have had a wonderful time, too! I am so grateful that we've been involved in the program, starting when she was a baby and growing up over the years - we highly recommend for families with young children!

"Our goal is to nurture your child's (and family's!) natural enthusiasm and skills for music and…read moremovement." Mister Christopher is a natural with children. The classes that he holds are simple and easy to do for children of all ages. The classes concentrate on children younger than five but includes family members so that interaction is intimate and comfortable within his circle of music. He provides simple musical instruments for the children and accompanies on guitar encouraging children and adults to move, sing and play. The more that you interact with him the better the class gets. He teaches not only music but basic social skills such as sharing, cleaning up after yourself, politeness, and trust. The classes are such that you can attend one and feel included but people are encouraged to come back repeatedly and some families have been taking their kids there over and over again. It's a play group especially for kids to relax, have fun, spend quality time with their parents, or any family member. There are two locations where the classes meet. A Class location in PORTSMOUTH, RI at Elite Academy (formerly known as "Steppin Out Studios") 35 Dyer St. (off of Sprague St.) and A Class location in NEWPORT, RI at St. Paul's Methodist Church - 12 Marlborough St. (downtown Newport) I've taken my niece to the second location a few times. She's a special needs child that has a difficult time socializing. She really responds to Mister Christopher (that is what he has the children call him in class). He is very patient with all the children even kids that other parents may not know how to handle. I have a lot of respect for him as he has a CD of his own songs so you can practice dancing and singing at home with your kids. He also has the kids take home simple homework. Nothing too strenuous but an excellent way to have your children grow up with the expectation that you take work in your classroom and apply it at home. I have to add that when I first attended class with my niece I was a skeptical of Mister Christopher's methods. The classes seemed very childish. After attending it again and paying attention to his process and watching the other kids and my niece's reaction I was really impressed with him and the classes. He's very polite, engaging and easy to talk to. The class is suppose to be child like to capture your child's interest and make them comfortable so they can follow directions. When you first come to any class you and your child take off your shoes. So wear socks. Be prepared to pick your child up if they are very shy and have them dance with you if they can't (or won't) dance by themselves. Ask questions if you don't understand why Mister Christopher is doing something or if you can't hear. It can get noisy with the instruments at times but it's not all banging on drums or tambourines. Most of all relax and let Mister Christopher guide you through the class. Your child will really benefit from this class and Mister Christopher's attitude.

The Sacred Center is the most beautiful space to practice yoga on Aquidneck Island. The proximity…read moreto nature allows you to sink deeply into a meditative practice. The space is always clean, and well cared for by the teachers and students alike. Not only are there weekly yoga classes offered, but meditation circles, family yoga, book groups, prayerful study -- something for every one. Ample parking, tea and healthful snacks are a perk!

This is a beautiful chapel to practice in, lots of space and lots of props to assist you. Offering…read moremany forms of gentle practice good for all abilities. Also, offering Chair based classes, and children's classes, and many Friday evening special events, such as partner yoga, sound baths, yin by candlelight. All the teachers really care about each individual and hope each person has a positive experience in their practice. Medical experts endorse these gentle form of yoga, meditation and breathwork as the best healing modality, to calm the stressors and rushing of life. In the summer many classes are held at 3rd Beach for a different outdoor experience of "plein air practice" in the sun listening to the surf and wind, on the shifting sand gentler on body parts but also challenging to balance. Easy parking and handicap accessible, lowest price, make this one of the best studios on Aquidneck Island.