This is an excellent studio for anyone interested in taking classes in New York! They offer a…read morediverse range of classes including heels, hip hop, and chair choreography, with options for all skill levels--from beginner to advanced--as well as exciting workshops. I took a heels class with Emma and it was a fantastic experience; the class left me feeling empowered and confident. The studio is centrally located in Manhattan, close to public transportation. They also provide bathrooms for changing and cubbies in the studio to store your belongings.

This was my second time visiting Sass Class, and it was very intentional. I traveled from another…read morestate specifically to take class here, which already says a lot about how much I value the experience. This time, I took class with Amber, and she is truly a 10 out of 10 -- from her character to her teaching style, choreography, and ability to educate dancers in real time. She doesn't just teach steps; she teaches movement vocabulary and helps you understand how to inhabit the choreography as it unfolds. That presence and clarity make the experience special. A lot of what I enjoy about Sass Class comes down to both the choreographers and the energy of the space. That said, there are some practical considerations. There is no elevator, which can be challenging because of the number of stairs you have to go up and down. The studio itself is small but functional. There's a small waiting area, a check-in desk, two bathrooms, and a spot to quickly change if needed. There are two studios, which allows classes to run smoothly without feeling crowded. The location is central, not far from Moynihan Train Hall or Port Authority, and there are plenty of food options nearby for before or after class. Overall, SASS Class continues to be a space I value. I fully intend to take more classes there in the future. For me, it's about the quality of instruction, the intentionality of the movement, and the community -- and that keeps drawing me back.

Andrew gave my gf and I private lessons in rumba, tango, and waltz. He was charismatic, fun to…read morelearn from, and made us feel confident while still correcting our frame. The studio was clean, elegant, and pleasant to be in. It was not too loud and there was plenty of space to learn. If you are looking to try these styles I would recommend taking a private here.

We had an amazing experience with our couple dance lessons here! Highly recommend for your wedding…read morefirst dance

I am still impressed with YSBD studio. And six years later after my first review I'm still going…read more The instructors are amazing and patient. Frankly, I don't know how they do it because I am a challenge. Kudos to everyone at YSBD.

Good sized dance room, nice that it has separate rooms. Also, having a cloak room is key!read more

I was really disappointed with my experience at Peridance Center. From the moment I walked in, the…read moresmell from the bathrooms hit me! really unpleasant and off putting. The front desk staff weren't very welcoming either. I arrived early and just had a simple question, but was met with blank stares and a vibe like I was bothering them. The studio itself wasn't ideal for focus or rehearsal. You could hear everything happening in the adjacent studios!! There was no sound insulation whatsoever. so it was hard to stay in the zone during class. Overall, the energy felt off, and I definitely wouldn't book this space for my own classes or come back to rehearse.

Class was amazing! Atmosphere is nice. And I was able to take a class from a choreographer I worked…read morewith a few years ago! It was great!!

I had a private lesson with Winnie to learn some beginner steps and a small sequence for Rose's…read moreAPT. Winnie made the class so fun and enjoyable. She broke things down so well that it easy even for a beginner like myself to follow along. Highly recommend!

I love Hip Hop Dance Junkies!!!…read more My husband and I just had our wedding this past Sunday, and the choreography that Brandon put together was amazing. We did ballroom to tango to hiphop - the crowd was so hype and loved the diversity of the choreography! Brandon is so patient with his teaching and will make sure every move and every little detail looks right. Highly recommend HHDJ!!!!

Dancing is an intended fitness hobby for me, and I am happy I found DivaDance…read more Members and non-members are separate where members pay a monthly membership fee. They have a schedule updated monthly, with separate sign-up options for both member and non-members. As a non member, I paid for the drop-in class, which was $25. The class runs for an hour with around 10+ students, where an instructor first starts up with a quick warm-up and then jumps into teaching you a choreo to the song. The choreo is broken into several routines, so you learn them slowly in detail, and then piece them all together with the song incrementally. Dancing is as challenging for your brain as it is for your body, as you need to really exercise your memory and mind body coordination! The whole class went by super fast. Everyone who went seemed to be regulars and quite experienced, but you'd be too busy trying to master the dance to care. At the end, we are placed into two groups, where we are given a chance to perform and record ourselves. DivaDance emphasizes community as they have a whole FB group where you can see past dance classes and meet new members as well! I met some cool friendly people my first time and I'd totally attend more classes in the future!

I have been going to drop in classes at Diva Dance for a couple of years now, and they're always a…read moregreat time. It is truly a non-judgmental, welcoming space! I decided to it would be fun to host my birthday there with a song of my choice - and what an unforgettable experience! I had the best time. Katelyn was an incredible instructor, breaking down the choreography in such a fun and approachable way so that we could truly channel our inner Britney. I'm grateful to have had that experience and to be able to go back to more classes!

I love the instructors but I do think the number of people they have per class is to big and they…read moreshould adjust the maximum occupancy. I'm a beginner AND short so it's incredible hard for me to learn when I can't see myself and the instructor. It makes me feel so disappointed when it's too crowded to do anything about it. I give myself whatever chance I can to be up front, even come early to secure a spot but then we need to switch out lines to let others see. I understand the classes are popular but I do think it's doing a disservice to the instructors and students when you make a class so crowded. I am trying to give an honest and fair review because I do try my best and I love the instructors. I hope PMT will please take this into consideration and reduce the number of students in a class to make beginner and adv beginner classes actually beginner and adv beginner friendly!

I love PMT!!! Their basic and beginner classes are perfect for adults looking to come back to dance…read moreafter a number of years. Camryn is an amazing teacher! I've done two performance intensives with her and she is extremely approachable, and also does a great job balancing the needs of both new and experienced dancers in the class!

Absolutely love this place! My 31/2 year old is taking a dance class and couldn't be happier. There…read moreare boys in the class as well. They all have so much fun and the instructors are excellent. I highly highly recommend it!!

We love Midtown Movement! We discovered it through kidpass and this was our first drop off class…read morefor our daughter at age 3. Ms. Michelle is wonderful and Ms. Jackie is super communicative, caring and thoughtful in curating the programs for the kids. Thank you for an amazing experience for our daughter Charlotte!

This place is deserving of it's glowing reviews…read more I signed up for a Friday evening Beginner's hip hop class with Ryan who was covering for Rob that day. As someone with zero dance experience, I found the pace of the class too quick and had a hard time keeping up, but that's not anyone's fault. If you have two left feet like me, it can feel intimidating and honestly, discouraging because all the students are great dancers (seriously, have you seen the class videos?), but as Ryan said..practice makes perfect and you just have to keep at it. Despite the nerves, I'd come again because the classes would be a great way to get out of your comfort zone (if you're not a dancer and/or have stage fright) and build confidence. I also recommend dragging a friend to go with you if it's your first time. For you first timers, the building is right to Taco Bell (burritos after class, anyone? Haha) and staples is on the corner of the same block. classes are on the 4th floor. When you get into the building, show your ID to the front desk and they'll give you elevator access. Classes are on the 4th floor and you don't need to check in with them at the front desk. Once the class begins, the receptionist in your studio will check you in. There's a changing room and you leave your belongings in the studio. As for dress code, wear athleisure or something comfortable. I saw jeggings, shorts, tanks, leggings, and sweats. I'm not sure if all the classes are like this so don't take my word for it, but it begins with a 15-20 minute warmup, followed by 45-60 minutes of learning choreography, and ending with 10-15 minutes of "groups" where students are split up to have more room, followed by the opportunity to get your groove on with an even smaller group. Each group goes twice--once with the instructor guiding you, the second time without. You'll also be shuffling to different ends of the room so you can get closer if you need to. Also, each instructor chooses what they're teaching so you don't know the song choice beforehand. Now onto the actual class..Ryan is a great instructor. He breaks down all the steps clearly and at a reasonable pace. He'll repeat them as many times as you need. Again, I struggled because I take longer to learn, but despite that, I enjoyed the class. The room is small for a class with about 40 people but the high energy and positive vibes you'll get more than make up for it. Overall, I'd go again. FYI, If the class is full, you get put on the waitlist (max of up to 10 people can be on this list) and you'll be added to the class as people drop out. If you haven't heard by 11am the next day via email (cut off time to drop a class before late cancellation penalty), you can use that credit towards a different time unless you want to continue waiting to see if the class frees up.

I was recommended this by a friend of a friend after he learned I was trying to learn hip hop. The…read morewebsite is really easy to navigate and to register for classes online. There is also a list of scheduled classes so you can see the instructor that is teaching each class. One of the things that I really like about the hip hop classes is how much repetition is utilized to learn a choreographed routine. As a dancer of many years, 50% of the battle is memory and repetition of each mini-sequence really helps a new dancer solidfy not only the choreography but also master the details of the steps. All the instructors are extremely friendly and approachable, not necessarily so at other places. Not to mention, they do have their own different styles to accommodate different dancers' personalities. Check-in is always a smooth process with HoM staff. All the dancers that attend are super supportive and really nice as well. Nobody ever judges. I wish HoM was out here in the Bay now that I've moved. I've come to love my HoM family in my short time living in NYC. They've only added to the love that I now have for NY.

305 is life! I'm so happy I discovered 305 fitness. I've only taken two classes that both have been…read moreexceptional and I will continue coming. You cannot pay me to get on the treadmill, so if I'm going to do cardio this is the way I'm gonna accomplish the task. In case you're nervous about this being a room full of professional dancers, it isn't and you're gonna be fine. Everybody's just there to have a good time and flail around the music to the best of their abilities. It's much more about moving and pumping some cardio into your day so no need to feel insecure about your dancing abilities - you're gonna fit in and have a great time! There's also a DJ for every class which is a delightful touch that adds to the party atmosphere. The AMENITIES! WOAH! If you need to take a shower and get ready here, there are two showers in the women's locker room and they're full of Malin + Goetz products. They also have great hair products and a Dyson you can use with a diffuser if needed! The bathroom isn't huge so I could see it getting a little congested and stressful getting ready in the bathroom but wouldn't be a problem if you go during off hours. Overall, this might be my favorite fitness class I've taken in New York City and I will definitely be coming back regularly.

You know a workout class is good when you're sore for the next couple days…read more The workout class was right up my alley: music and dance. As soon as I stepped in, the staff by the counter greets us and are super helpful and friendly. Keep in mind they look for vaccine verification. There's lockers and showers available. The locker area was really dark, with a water fountain station. And once you open a door, there's the studio! My instructor was so energetic! I thought they would be calm from the reviews, but no no! Not only were they so motivating and fun, but the DJ by the corner mixed trendy songs to match their vibes. We pretty much do dance cardio moves to different pop music the whole class, with a yoga mat ab workout in between. I loved how the lights danced along to the music change. The instructor really embraces feeling confident and loving your body throughout the whole class, that you just finish your class feeling good about yourself. I'm so happy exercising and fun can exist in the same sentence, thanks to 305 Fitness. I would totally come back whenever I want to party but also sweat it out.