Carlos and Stephanie work hard to provide great places to dance and meet new friends. Fantastic…read moreinstructors teach techniques that are for all levels of dancers. Local and out of town dance teachers provide a fresh, positive energy to all C&S xperience events.

My experience with swing dancing was limited when I started attending the classes, but I already…read morefeel my confidence in my movements growing with each lesson. Joshua Harless, the instructor and business operator, is helpful and patient while still keeping a productive pace. A tough balance to strike, but one I definitely appreciate. He also keeps the vibe lighthearted by cracking jokes and has a way of making any dancer of any skill level comfortable. I started in his beginner class and quickly felt comfortable moving up to intermediate with his strong teaching. Whether you're looking to start partner dancing as a new hobby with a community aspect or looking to take your partner dance skills to a professional level, Bakersfield Dance Connection has you covered!

I came across their instagram page and wanted to get more information on their classes. I asked how…read moreI could join their class and I got blocked. I'm not sure who trained them in their customer service but if the classes were full, all they had to do was let me know.

They did a show for my parents 50th Anniversary. Great show and I highly recommend them for any…read moreparty or event

Polga Fitness is a combination of Pole fitness and Yoga…read more I had my first experience with Polga Fitness when my friend bid on a Polga party at a silent auction and won. She invited me (a swing dancer) and a group of her ballroom dancing friends to join her. I initially said no, as I assumed that Polga Fitness was secret code for stripper pole dancing, but knowing the group that was going (very conservative) I reluctantly agreed. My pre-first impressions couldn't have been more wrong! Here was a group of married ballroom dancing females laughing and giggling and having fun as we learned a few simple spins to contemporary/hip music. This was a group of women feeling empowered in their own feminine abilities, not a group of women pandering to the tastes of leering men. I talked to the instructor, Diana, after the class and told her about some self-confidence issues I was dealing with. I am a nationally competitive swing dancer and dance instructor whose shyness around men was holding me back from reaching the next level in my competitions. Diana shared with me her vision for Polga Fitness and how she wanted to empower women, help them get physically fit, increase their strength and flexibility, increase their self-confidence, and show them how to have a lot of fun. She challenged me to try a few private lessons and see what a difference it made. I started taking private lessons (way too chicken to actually do this in a group) and was 'flipping' upside down on the pole in no time (only a couple of weeks)! I couldn't believe that I was doing it, and looking good, too! (Diana takes pictures to help us remember and celebrate our accomplishments). And the difference it made in my self-confidence was amazing. I can now look anyone directly in the eyes with no shyness whatsoever!! I have now started taking some group lessons and they are sooooo much fun! Can you imagine the adrenaline rush of hanging upside down or spinning on a 15' tall spinning pole?!? It is not at all intimidating to do our spins and tricks in a group setting, and the girls in your class quickly begin to feel like your closest friends! There's usually someone better than you to give you a feel for what you can do if you keep working at it, and someone at or below your own level so you can see where you've come from and share the journey. The group classes are kept small (no more than 5 people in each class, I believe) so you never get lost in the crowd. Diana gives everyone personal attention and encouragement. She's a perky little thing - kind of like a permanent ray of sunshine. There are classes geared more towards beginners, classes for more experienced dancers, and classes emphasizing stretching and strength building, too. Workshops are held periodically in other related fitness fields. Polga Fitness allows you to schedule private parties for you and your friends. Or you can try out the private lessons or group classes. This business is A+ and as classy as you can get! http://www.polgafitnessbasba.com/

I'm 31, a happy wife and mother of a 1 1/2 year old. If you…read moreare a woman looking for a creative strength-building workout, you've found it. If you are willing to try something new, you're about to be surprised by your own body. Polga offers pole fitness, fly gym, and hula hoop classes on a weekly basis, and has held women's empowerment and self defense workshops. You can easily register online each week for the classes you choose. You can vary your schedule from week to week depending on what style of workout you want. The difference I've experienced at Polga is that the classes (Pole, in particular) are not about learning a sexy pole dance routine -- it's about using the pole as a piece of fitness equipment in order to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Not to say that it doesn't make you feel sexy when you start to realize just how strong your body is becoming! It is certainly fun as well as challenging. The atmosphere I have experienced there is encouraging, positive, and accepting. I've noticed that the instructors make it a point to walk each person to the door as they leave after class and share a personal word or two. Looking back on my own personal story, I felt a bit lost after I had my son. Life was good, but the majority of my time and energy went into caring for others and my priorities didn't include myself. Don't get me wrong -- I LOVE WHAT I DO (staying home with my son)... but when I started working out at Polga Studio, it brought back a renewed sense of achievement in myself. My body isn't in shape like it used to be before I had a child. It's easy to feel frustrated and defeated when you are used to your body looking better than it does now. But fitness is a process! I'm enjoying every bead of sweat and every time my muscles burn at Polga. There are all different ages and sizes of women there working out and it has become a wonderful place for me to go 2 times a week -- I can get focused, share some laughs, learn something new, and continue to get fit.

I absolutely love American Kids! In just a little over a year, I've watched my baby grow so much…read morein her confidence, strength, and skills. ‍ I'm so thankful for the amazing coaches, staff, and facility. They truly pour into these kids, and it shows! We're so excited for Milah's journey ahead!

Amazing activities for kids. My 2 yearold attends ninja, swim, and gymnastics at AKSC. He Started…read moreclasses at 4 months and it's our favorite weekly activity.

Only reason I kept my child here is so she can socialize. So far coaches have a different approach…read more We do not mind since we are not pushing our 2 years old for anything but have fun with her age group. But when she fell last week and the coach did not even bother to check on her was funny to say the least. It was a hard cry and she wont move her right arm. She was so guarded and wont stop crying the whole place can hear it. We decided to just go with our instinct and took her to ER where they diagnosed her with right elbow fracture. Yes it is not their responsibility. But in this kind of space, IMO coach should be train to evaluate situation and guide parents. Heck! I am not even expecting first aid but to at least evaluate situation lol All we got was a generic email that she will be missed and that they understand life gets busy and that they offer other classes. And pay extra 139$ once life not that busy anymore that we reenroll Lmao Of course! We had to hold off their auto monthly enrollment since we do not have an idea about how she would recuperate! Ortho peds soonest appointment is tomorrow, so a temporary splint is on. I was not gonna say anything , until i saw their email! That just blow me off! This place suddenly just feels like a joke!

I've never had an issue with American kids until just now. I have two of my kids in swim class…read moreright now and for the first time I forgot to pack towels. There wasn't enough time to drive home during class time to get them so I kindly asked the front desk if they by chance allow me to borrow one. They obviously have some for the employees here. The lady said "you can buy some" and pointed at the shelf where they were located. I'm sorry, but I find this inconsiderate. How can owners/managers not train employees to empathize with a parent in a situation like this. Especially when it's 50 degrees outside and even more when paying the money that is spent for tuition.

CAREFUL IF YOU'RE A DUDE that likes to take his time to leave after a long day of work,gym, yoga…read more If you dare take your time and not rush out the door you might get called a "f**in creep" by a random lady that wasn't in the class and showed up with no business being inside the building. I just found out that the lady was *Ashley A* the Yoga Instructors girlfriend. Not a very good look for both the company and the instructor. On multiple occasions her gf which i now know who she was, would have a sour tone/attitude whenever I would be the last one to leave. *P.S* I AM always the last one to arrive and to leave. I like to take my time and never rush, especially after a yoga sesh when i feel so relaxed. And the other yoga instructors can confirm this about me. And on this day I wasn't the last one, there was about 5 members there that left bamboozled and shocked at the disrespect that they had witnessed. Besides that, Lisa, Natalie, Maricel are All VERY GOOD instructors. And I am thankful to have learned from them. I can say the same about Ashley, but that incident and her not being a professional and letting a member of Urbancore get blatantly disrespected is a very bad look. Keep your personal life situations outside of the workplace !!!

UrbanCore is a small, one room welcoming yoga studio with a close, community vibe. The classes are…read moregently heated and invite one to push themselves during poses without becoming physically exhausted by the heat. Classes are capped at 21 people and it allows for space throughout flows. I have enjoyed the workshop and classes I have taken so far.

I've been coming to fireworks for almost a month now and I have nothing but good things to say. The…read moreclasses are consistently filled with the same members, weekly themed classes, excellent trainers and the studio is always clean and staff is friendly. No class is the same or feels routine and the class is always better than the last even though it is challenging at first once you go consistently it's great to see and feel your strength and overall improvement.

This may be the most poorly run business I've come across the classes themselves are decent…read morehowever, most of them are run by untrained and uncertified young adults. Which isn't a huge issue however, the business owner herself is rarely on site has issues responding when prompted and is a much better instructor than businesswoman. I would never recommend this place. The concept is a good one. And I hope to find another place similar.