Over the two years that my daughter was enrolled in classes at this studio, my experience was…read moreconsistently disappointing. Ashley, Betsy's daughter-in-law, frequently cancelled both group and private lessons without making them up, even though we paid for them in full. My daughter participated in singing and dance, and Ashley cancelled numerous lessons that were never rescheduled or refunded. The cost was excessive for the quality and reliability of instruction we actually received. The situation worsened when I notified the company that we would be moving. In the months that followed, my daughter was treated unfairly. She was yelled at and embarrassed during class, not included in the same way as the other students, and clearly singled out. At the end of the season, I asked that the check for our recital tickets not be cashed since my family would not be attending. Ashley and Betsy agreed at the time, but then cashed the check anyway. When I followed up, she promised to issue a refund but never did. In addition, we were required to purchase thousands of dollars' worth of costumes that we will never use, including a $300 dress that my daughter wore for a total of 15 minutes. The overall experience felt dishonest, exploitative, and deeply unprofessional.

I went to this studio in my younger years. My experience was exactly what it should have been. The…read morediscipline i learned in various forms of dance was taught to me by the wonderful faculty that is there. That education has gotten me where i am now. I have danced across the world. Danced in movies, music videos, and television shows. Also adding a broadway show, multiple dance companies, and cirque du soleil. The training wasn't easy but the result changed my life.

Monique is a gifted and talented artist, uniquely designing and painting various forms of art. She…read morepainted an amazing artwork for me that depicted my vision. She went the extra mile by modifying last minute changes I asked. I highly recommend her. Her artwork is unique, and she puts her heart and soul into every artwork.

I am so fortunate to have nine of Monique's masterpieces for my home and two more on the way!…read moreWhatever the medium, her vibrant colors, strokes, inspiration and meaning behind each glorious piece overwhelm me with joy. They are beautifully framed as well. Several of these treasures are encaustic wax paintings and now I have amazing alcohol inks to add to my collection. Thank you so much Monique! - Anna

One of Philly's many hidden gems!…read more After googling events happening this weekend I saw an exhibit for Rashaad Newsome - "To Be Real" was on display at the Philadelphia Photo Arts Center... I'm always looking for something new, interesting and mentally stimulating so decided to check it out and was impressed. Let me start by saying this space is beautiful! My niece and I were greeted upon entering and were given a brief overview of the exhibit. The exhibit itself was rich in color and concept and very unique. There was no admission to see the exhibit but donations are welcome (tip: DONATE!) - donation is not mandatory but I'm a firm believer that arts and culture help expand and enrich our experiences and are also great for conversation. In addition to seeing the feature exhibit, there was a hallway with more art, which lead to another space with another exhibit "Fluid Women" (I think) was the name; this exhibit was captivating also. I had a wonderful experience visiting PPAC and will definitely return! I also recommend if you have an interest in visual arts and are looking for something unique. The space was quiet and it is not large but has a lot to offer.

This place is excellent. I'm an amateur photographer and I have come here for multiple workshops…read morebecause the education, the teachers, and the facilities are excellent. In terms of those workshops you can find them for about $30 on Groupon or LivingSocial and the classes are intimate enough with about seven people or less that you really can get the individual attention that really makes for an excellent experience. In fact you will get that personal attention because the teacher incorporates each student and politely requests that they offer their work for light critique. There are opportunities in every class for you to go outside and practice what you just learned by shooting on the surrounding streets. My only criticism regarding the workshops is that they are not as frequent as I would like as my weekend work schedule conflicts often times with their classes. This next section is about the print center and I've had nothing but a phenomenal experience there. I was completely new to Printing and Keith the master printer who runs the lab made an appointment and sat with me for about an hour to basically guide me through the entire process, give his suggestions, and work Photoshop to get the photos exactly as I want them. He has a profound amount of experience that he draws from and is completely understanding that I am a brand new printer. He even gave me recommendations for where to get my photos framed and was just a brilliant lead in the entire process of printing my photographs. I'll definitely come back and I will recommend it to you because they do have excellent facilities, friendly workers, and a wealth of experience. The actual building itself is quite large and I believe it's shared with some other organizations. Philadelphia photo Arts Center does have a classroom or two and a nice gallery to present whatever work they choose. Getting here is very convenient as I take the subway from Center City and walk about 10 minutes. If you were to drive there's plenty of parking and it does not seem packed the numerous times I've been there.

Awesome experience. Fun. Easy. Michele is a great teacher. Have a party at your home for a…read moreladies night out. My children loved this class too. Affordable too and you get an original piece of art. I framed mine and hung it on my wall.

I have taken guitar lessons at the Music Workshop for the last year and a half. I cannot speak…read morehighly enough of the instructors and the owner. I learned a great deal and was taught at a pace that worked perfectly for my busy day to day life. They are extremely flexible on scheduling and always work with you to find time to make up any lessons you miss. My teacher did an excellent job of finding out what I wanted to learn and tailored each lesson to my interest, while also teaching me new things about playing the guitar that I never would have thought to ask about. Well worth the time and the money. I cannot recommend The Music Workshop enough.

Deanna is the most amazing yoga instructor. I've been a consistent client for over 2 years and she…read moresomehow keeps improving perfection. Her Sunday morning yoga classes are sacred to me. Deanna's style promotes calmness, acceptance, and a kind approach to your yoga practice. She modifies all parts of the routines so beginners to experts leave feeling challenged. The addition of self defense classes at the same location are a huge perk for us single females. The other students are so genuine and friendly, we're all trying to do right by our bodies at whatever step of the journey we're on. The group support, created and promoted by Deanna, makes this a superb place for your body and spirit.

From the owner: Jade Studio offers a collection of movement-based art forms teaching skill sets to enrich your life…read moreand improve your health and well being. Jiu Jitsu . Yoga . Karate . Dance