I 100% recommend Uptown School of Dance!! If your looking to…read moreput your child into dance this is definitely the place to be. My daughter & two nieces dance here. This will be our 2nd dance season with Uptown. My daughter is in cheer & hip hop. The teachers and staff always make the kids feel super comfortable. I love how when my daughter could be having a hard day, they are able to encourage & uplift her to participate and join in on the fun. Super grateful for all the amazing staff. Miss Alanna is so sweet! You definitely feel like part of the dance family here :) can't wait for more season/events with Uptown.

We trust this studio with three of our girls. It's family friendly environment that has SO many…read moredifferent opportunities for dancers to grow and challenge themselves.

Both my sister and I have taken classes here when we were kids at their old location. I was a…read morechubby kid in the 90s, so it was somewhat embarrassing for me to wear a leotard and tights to prance around as a child. However, the dance teacher (and owner) Jennifer never made me feel out of the ordinary or left out from any of the dance recitals or classes. She always made sure I participated and had a role, no matter how slight. Slowly but surely, I gained confidence over time and was able to dance my heart out in front of strangers despite my size. For plus-sized children, I would highly recommend taking dance classes here at The Little Dance World and to find community in the dance world. I remember making a lot of friends here as a kid and even though we don't keep in touch anymore, I recall a lot of fun times here at The Little Dance World. Whether it be learning how to dance Chinese folklore or hip-hop, I would entrust Jennifer and company to teach your children several things, such as how to be kind to each other, maintaining a code of conduct and professionalism, and learning how to do some fun exercises via dance. Even though I don't dance anymore, I loved dancing when I was a kid and would recommend others to check this place out. Dance is such an incredible mode of self-expression and what better way to get your kids to dance early on in their childhood. They'll be able to retain some of the skills I mentioned above and apply it to their education and even the workforce. Thanks Jennifer (and shout out to her daughter Melody)!! I'll always have fond memories of this place.

Thank you Ms Jennifer for letting us know in advance when classes are canceled due to competition…read moreschedule! This helps us very much for managing our busy schedules.

I extremely recommend this studio, because they are make you the best that you can be. The owner of…read morethe studio Ms.Christina she is so nice and respect your choice. Sometimes she can be hard, but it just to make you a better dancer. The teachers are so nice and hard working that every time when I go there I feel welcomed and it feels like my second home. The students are very caring and kind to each other. Since we are in a pandemic, she makes use safe and cleans the studio. She does whatever she can do to keep the studio clean. I think that this is the best studio that I ever went to, and I highly recommend!

The owner is professional, great location, and dance space. Dancers going there are bound to get…read morevery technically strong, and the owner pushes students to try other styles that usually are not offered in other competition studios. Their awards speak for themselves. They are all very strong, passionate and talented.

Great classes from beginning to grooves to heels and kpop…read more Good for all ages Little ones for day weekend and adults for weeknights Feels warm and safe here... Family vibes

Out of all the instructors in this studio. Siqi is the sweetest and most passionate with her class…read more I enjoy her class the most!! She help me build up my confidence and make sure I don't feel left out since I don't speak Chinese. The studio is very cute, has variety of genres as Hiphop, Kpop, breaking, popping,.. and more! They also have private class which you can choose the song you'd like to dance with. Highly reccommend this studio if you love dancing even if you're shy or not good, no one judges or bring you down for it. They are supportive like a family so come for experience at least LOVE

I've been taking classes at this studio since my student days, and it's been amazing to watch it…read moregrow over the years. The owner is not only a talented dancer and instructor, but also someone who genuinely cares about creating a welcoming community for students of all levels. Her K-pop choreography classes are always energetic, fun, and well-structured, and I've learned so much from them. What I appreciate most is the positive atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or have dance experience, everyone is encouraged to learn and improve without feeling intimidated. Running a dance studio is not easy, and I've seen firsthand how much passion, effort, and dedication goes into making every class enjoyable. I'm grateful to have been part of this community for so many years and highly recommend this studio to anyone looking for quality dance training and a supportive environment.

Pretty cool dance studio for those more serious dancers. Clean and well-lit. They have some very…read morespecialized classes where they create music videos. I would love to go again, but it's a bit pricey.

This family run studio is large enough to provide a variety of classes and still maintain an…read moreintimate, friendly & welcoming environment. My dancer is going into her 3rd year with them and I continue to be impressed with the talent of the teachers. I don't have a dance background, but from what I can see the curriculum is thoughtfully planned so that the students have a solid foundation in movement which is built on as they get into more complicated choreography. I'm really happy with my daughter's progress as a little ballerina. The prices here are the most reasonable in the area, especially considering the high caliber of teachers on staff (I looked into the other studios in town before deciding on Dance Image). Also, the owner is great! She is super nice and always keeps in mind what is best for the kids while respecting families and students. It's a wonderful studio with integrity and caring for all of their students.  Their attention to detail in classes and recital (highly recommend!) is impressive. Some words of advice: show up on time, wear the appropriate 'uniform' (each level has its own dancewear requirements) and make sure the bun is clean and tight. The teachers hold you to a high standard that shows just how much they value you.

I brought my daughter in for dance class for a few months. I definitely will not be returning for…read morethe next season. Signing up and fees are very complicated. Feels like there's a money grab whenever possible. Strict dressing rules for the younger kids was off putting but tolerable. The worst part is the teacher we had. I can't speak to how other teachers were but Jessica was not a good one. She consistently didn't help correct students on proper movement and provided little instruction. It was like she was robotically gliding through the classes and the children would get confused or bored. I doubt any kid learned a thing about dancing in that class. Only good thing I liked was that my daughter found it ok to be on her own without me in a class setting which will help her feel more independent when it comes to school time. Another scary thing are the stairs to go into the studio. The hand rails have huge gaps that people, especially kids, can easily fall through.

Best place ever! Classes are expertly designed for young folks, but the dancing and teachers are…read moreextraordinary

I don't usually leave negative reviews about businesses. I don't like to spread that negativity…read more However, I feel the need to keep other parents informed. We signed up our daughter for Monday night beginners folklorico through the city. Classes were great. Good instructor. Repetitive and age appropriate. The business is FULL OF HIDDEN FEES. The registration is 40 dollars. Okay, great! Right? We show up and they say it'll be another 160 for shoes, skirt, undershorts and hair net. Red flag, but fine. We paid it. Then for the performance they say we need a DIFFERENT SKIRT- which apparently they also charged for. I would not know because it was not communicated to me that the girls need to match. I asked what type of dress would be needed and where to purchase. They said olvera street for about 200. Okay, my daughter is invested so fine. No biggie. We show up to performance and EVERYONE ELSE HAD MATCHING SKIRTS. It was NEVER communicated to me. So my daughter performed in a different outfit. They charged us for a studio danza shirt and another white shirt. There are SO MANY HIDDEN FEES AND RED FLAGS ABOUT THIS PLACE! Small space for a lot of children and families. Many parents find themselves sitting on the floor. Luisa is nice and the instructor is great, but I think the whole thing is shady. I will not be returning to this studio. If you can find another place to do Folklorico- do it. I don't mean to be so direct and mean, but I want to help other families not make the same mistakes I did.

Went last night for my first time. Had so much fun in Aaron's class, it was a good work out! Can't…read morewait to try more classes. I love Zumba and the class was only 4.00, cash only. They also had herbal life so I had a good work out with a nice shake. Trying to get back to normal with covid! My regular gym isn't open so glad I found this place.

$2.50 a class? I'm in! Located in El Monte's Valley Mall is a little studio, Sandra's Zumba Studio…read more We discovered this place through a friend. We were looking for something new to change up our workout and someone decided to visit and grab a flier. I'll admit the first time I walked in I was a little leery, as I am with most new places I have not gone to. It wasn't particularly crowded, but it was snug, this was on a Wednesday afternoon. The music was loud (sometimes too loud, but you don't go to Zumba expecting a quiet concert) and the moves were fast and fierce, and the instructor seems good and invested in her students, at least Sandra was, I've only ever had her. And, like I said, $2 a class. The next time we went was on a Tuesday, it was a bit more crowded, and unfortunately my co-workers and I came in as a group and we added a few more bodies. This did not make the natives, the usuals, very happy. We heard some grumbling about how us newbies were taking up space, but it petered out. This shouldn't be surprising, since it will happen to most anywhere you go. I still continue to go, it's been over a month and my co-workers and I enjoy it. Let me tell you, you will sweat like you've never sweated before. Sweat will drip from places you didn't know could sweat. You'll sweat and you'll like it!

Very friendly teachers. The staff says they speak just a bit of English, I do not speak mandarin,…read morebut I haven't had any trouble communicating. My 5yr old daughter also understands some Chinese but she's mainly an English speaker and she's adjusting well in class. She loves going there and it's a great way for her to get in touch with her Chinese side while learning ballet.

If your little one is looking for somewhere to learn traditional Chinese dance, Latin dance or…read moreother kids dance, this definitely is the right place to go. Teacher Tingting, Teacher Li and Teacher Fan are all very caring and loving. They are very professional and also patient when providing guidance to kids with 0 experience. My daughter is just turning 5 and has been there for around 6 months. She now is a big fan of dancing! What I would also like to highlight is that Hongyun will provide performance opportunities to all students. This will help kids to recognize their effort and build up their confidence.

Big Bang Athletics has been my second home for the past three and a half years. When I first walked…read morethrough the doors, I had zero CrossFit experience, very little exercise experience at all, and a huge fear of being in such a hyper-masculine environment. Fast forward to today, and I'm leaving to a new state with skills and confidence I never imagined possible: throwing weight over my head and squatting it, getting a double-under with a jump rope, running a full mile without stopping, and so much more. I'm also leaving in the best shape of my life and with friendships that feel more like family. This gym is incredibly welcoming and supportive of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels. The workouts are both challenging and fun, and the coaches truly care about helping you reach your personal goals. Whether you want to compete, run a 5k, or simply get in a great workout, they'll listen and guide you every step of the way. If you're new to CrossFit, know that it will be challenging at first, but if you pace yourself and stick with it, you'll likely fall in love with it just like so many of us have, ESPECIALLY at Big Bang Athletics.

As a person who absolutely hates working out and is intimidated by going to the gym on my own, Big…read moreBig Cross Fit makes me feel the opposite! They don't make me hate the work out (not always anyways haha) and I feel comfortable walking in to the box on my own, not feeling like I don't fit in or that I shouldn't be there. The members here are very welcoming and nice, and I think that's the type of environment the owner, Fernando, really tries to embrace at the box. I would dread going to the gym, but I don't ever feel that way at Big Bang. When I miss a day, I actually look forward to my next workout day. I've been going for about 4 months now and if you're looking for challenging workouts to test yourself mentally and physically, Big Bang is a place to go. I've lifted weights that I never thought I would be able to do all thanks to the coaches here. One of the things that I love about going here is that the coaches top priority is your safety. So they focus on form and technique to ensure you're doing the movements right without hurting yourself. They don't expect you to lift heavy and would prefer that you go light with correct form than to do heavy with bad form that would lead to injuries. They watch your work out and correct your form as needed. On top of that, they are very motivating. Not only are they watching you for your safety, but they're cheering you on to keep moving. And this isn't done in an aggressive way to keep you moving, but in an encouraging way like they believe in you. The members here are the same! Some members from the prior class will stick around to do cool down or what not, but they also encourage you to keep moving during your workout as well and help you if needed. They'll even encourage you to put on more weight to challenge yourself. You'll be surprised what you can actually do if you tried. I feel myself getting stronger each time and honestly I love the idea of working out 10-20 minute work out a day and feel like I got a total body workout. It totally beats going to the gym for an hour and I feel more efficient during my short WOD. Plus each day is different, so I know I'm working every part of my body and not letting it be missed. The movements may be similar, but each day is always different during the week. So you won't ever get bored of the workout.. just maybe tired haha.