The Lab is truly my favorite spot since moving to New Haven half a year ago, and I only go to one…read moredance class there per week. The owner, Gerald Lovelace, is, for real, a renaissance man who runs the studio, teaches, and is a tech wiz with all sorts of video and light production. (His photo studio, Lovelace Studios, is a testament to many of his skills outside of dance, check that out, too.) Classes are affordable, insanely fun, incredibly accessible and welcoming (I had danced a lot growing up but never in the style I take at The Lab), and the folks at The Lab are just the nicest, ever. Beginner classes are indeed beginner-friendly, but they're *not* boring!! They also film at the end of every class, which helps me learn where I can improve AND document an incredibly fantastic experience. Filming is optional but I recommend it! I'm just repeating myself but I can not recommend this studio enough. Check out their YouTube page or Instagram if you want to get a good sense of the choreographers/teachers and the styles you'll find here. I could spend a year going on and on about the experience dancing at the Lab. It's an oasis in a desert (where are the other dance studios!? But now I don't even need 'em lol, nothing would beat this spot). Logistical Bits: If you're coming to visit, parking is in the back of the building (I don't do what my phone says and I just turn in from E Main St to High Street, before you hit the Dunkin' Donuts), and the door is a little bit nondescript (imho) so be confident as you walk in, you're in the right place. ;) TLDR The *best* spot, the best people, truly a space buzzing with creative energy - at least every single second I've spent there. Can't wait to keep going!!

From the owner: At The Lab, we are all scientists experimenting with the arts. We provide educational services to…read morethe people in performance arts, contemporary art, photography, cinematography, and more. Our goal is to educate and challenge our students while having fun while sharing positivity and love for what we do.

My Family and I have been going here for years and have had nothing but positive experiences…read more My three daughters dance here and absolutely love the teachers as do my wife and I! Miss Barb and Miss Sue have nurtured my daughters dance spirit and help them all to strive for their absolute best! The studio is like a family and we all help eachother out!

It's a family atmosphere. The older girls are great role models to the younger kids. It's a…read moresupportive environment and everyone always one another. I wouldn't have my daughter go anywhere else.

Not sure why this is the first time checking in here. My daughter has been coming here for many…read moreyears. She's grown up here. She's become a young lady here. That's a big part of what they do here. Dance, of course. But both girls and boys learn about basic decency and manners in addition to the many types of dance (ballet, tap, jazz, modern, etc). Note: This is not a competitive studio. However, they do follow the Cicchetti ballet method and there are grades/levels the students are tested on regularly, if they so choose to be. They also can be tested on tap. The owner of the studio is on the Cicchetti board and having CDC as a test center is great. This is a global organization and the students get to meet kissers from around the world as well as students coming here from around the country for a period of time. There is a summer program that runs 8:00-1:00 everyday as well as access to other summer programs (and competitions) around the country and even the world. If you're looking for a dance studio, you should definitely come check it out and take a class or two!

My daughter is going into her third year at DCA and we are so happy with her dance education so…read morefar. She has a blast in her classes and really enjoys her time. The teachers and office staff have always treated her (as well as my husband and I) with the utmost respect; we are very happy to be a DCA family.

Dance city and is absolutely wonderful place to work. As a teacher here, I feel supported by the…read moredirector and other staff members, and I love the family vibe from this studio. It's great to get to know each and every student and to be able to share with them what I know, and to learn from them each year. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else, it's just a very welcoming environment not only for students, but for parents, siblings, and staff members!

The moment I walked through the doors of Bloom a couple of months ago and we greeted by Jen at the…read morefront desk I felt like I was at home, a safe place. What I love about this studio that sets them apart from others is the variety of classes offered for all levels and types of people. Some of my favorite classes so far are: power flow yoga ( a MUST take class with instructor Bethany) , multi flow vinyasa, barre (take Kimies class!!!!), HIIT (Pattie is motivating) and low body blast. And I haven't even tried them all yet! There are a multitude of workshops that happen every month, from meditation, to restorative yoga, to yoga with your children, to focusing on healing just one part of your body. They even do ugly sweater yoga at a brewery every year! ALSO, there is a wellness studio on the second level with doctors of natural medicine, physical therapy, mental therapy. And Verbena!! A spa center where they offer massage, acupuncture, a salt room... it just keeps getting better. I haven't gotten a massage yet, but it's on my "to-do" list. Really tho.... can you ask for anything else? I seriously recommend anyone young or old, male or female to check out Bloom... who knows you might find what has been missing in your life! I know I did.

What a wonderful studio! I was instantly impressed at how cleaned and organized the space was…read more The teachers and staff are very accommodating and friendly, and made me feel at home instantly. I also enjoy the variety of classes. I am more of a traditional yogi, but I like that there are also Barre method, pilates, and weights classes in the schedule. I just bought a month membership, so it will definitely provide for an all-inclusive workout! The studio is immaculate and spacious. It has a small, family feel, and yet it is run like an organized business. I am a long-time yogi, and I am very excited to bring my experience and business here!

I am writing this review to inform parents NOT to sign your child up at this studio. I had a very…read moreNEGATIVE experience at this studio. There are others who feel the same way and are not returning to this studio. The owner Doreen has horrible communication skills and does not know how to deal with parents nor your children. She does not make time for her teachers and does not acknowledge them at the recital. I have never been to a dance studio where the teachers DO NOT come out at the end for a bow. I read a review on here a couple of months from a different mother stating the owner never responded to her when she tried several times to sign her daughter up for dance classes. She also went on and on about how "unprofessional" the owner is. I agree with this woman and know first hand what she is talking about. I am a mother and a professional dance teacher & I am telling you not to waste your time with this studio. It may look professional on their website but the owner Doreen Crane is anything but professional. That is why I am not returning and other people (who will remain nameless) are not. I hope this helps in making your decision.