Best wedding investment!We were dreading our first dance, but Mateo at Arlington Ballroom…read morecompletely transformed our experience. Mateo is warm, patient, and his intuitive approach made us feel at ease. His guidance not only boosted our confidence on the dance floor but helped us stay confident, and connected throughout the day in front of the cameras (looking photographic too with all those practice dips & posture tips too!) When we struggled with certain steps in the routine, he listened and adapted, finding alternatives that suited us. Beyond preparing us for our first dance, Mateo gave us with tools to stay connected leading up to our wedding. His lessons turned stressful days into moments of joy. We left every session feeling ready to take on whatever came our way. And we know we will be using them for a lifetime. We couldn't have asked for a better instructor or investment in our wedding. And yes, the dance went beautifully. We looked amazing, but Mateo gave us so much more than a great show for our guests.

This could be the easiest 5-star review ever I've ever written. Wish I could give more stars!!…read more I started taking private lessons with Dmitri to supplement my weekly lessons with my long-term regular instructor. Although we try to hit all the smooth and rhythm dances focusing on bronze level, we often gravitate to rhythm and cha cha; it's my favorite. Although fox trot pointers helped especially when compared to other moves. Dmitri is a professional. He immediately can assess your weak points and strives to make you a better dancer all while making it a pleasant experience! The room is clean and well lit. There is a pole in the middle that is actually useful for demonstrations ("this pole is me, I am you"). I find myself adding more lessons as the competitions approach and now we are working on a showcase cha cha routine. It was impressive how fast he could think of steps to put together to the song I chose (Fireball by Pitbull). In terms of booking, we use text and he's responsive. Payment is easy through Venmo. We also video tape some choreography so that we can continue to build on it and I can refresh inbetween lessons. He also builds a community feeling with events like a Holiday Party which was super fun. A great value, a fun experience. I highly recommend! Oh and parking is free and easy!

My fiancé and I started wedding dance lessons with Dance Factory feeling excited, but also a little…read moreintimidated, especially my fiancé! Our amazing instructor immediately put us at ease, made the process fun, and somehow turned my fiancé into the better dancer! We now feel confident and prepared for our wedding, and we genuinely had a blast at every lesson! The entire team has been incredibly friendly, flexible, and easy to work with from a scheduling and administrative standpoint. We couldn't recommend Dance Factory more highly!

We took five dance lessons with Michael for our wedding and we had a wonderful experience. Michael…read morewas very accommodating with our work schedules and paced our lessons so we felt well prepared on our wedding day. He was a patient, observant, and friendly instructor who we highly recommend. We appreciated the outreach right before our wedding and receiving helpful tips even after we completed our lessons. We also found the Dance Factory's package to be a great value and appreciated that they cared about us enjoying our first dance and practicing for it too.

Ava is fantastic! The sense of community and quality of classes keeps me coming back--it really…read morefeels like the studio owners take joy in seeing us grow as dancers. Most classes are taught at an intermediate level. They're especially great for anyone interested in pro dance/cheer or anyone wanting to perform recreationally as an adult.

I LOVE AVA! When I moved to the DC area and was looking for a dance studio to join, right away I…read morewas impressed with their lineup of professional instructors & I could feel their sense of community before I even stepped into the studio for my first class! The fun & challenging choreography kept me wanting more every week and I love that they rotate the styles of dance they offer because it's gotten me to explore styles outside of my comfort zone and overall I've become a better dancer because of it! This is a judgement free zone and Leah, the director, is so incredibly welcoming! Hands down my favorite place to dance in the DMV!

Let me introduce you to my eXtend-ed Family (and maybe yours too!)…read more I've been coming here for almost two years, and while I originally came when my former beloved Barre3 studio closed in Clarendon, it now truly is a home to me. I dream about my teachers and friends at night, and I wake up in the morning looking forward to my mid-day workout (I most often take the noon classes). If I haven't been to the studio in a day or two (like when I am out of town) I don't quite feel 'right.' Let me tell you about the teachers: Dana is sunshine personified! Her positive energy is contagious, and her wit and word plays make me laugh out loud. She has a way of making everyone feel welcome and has only positive words to carry us through the classes. Her good-natured cheer and self-deprecating charm belies her intelligence and warmth. Elaine is a mistress of form. Her watchful eye ensures we all move safely and effectively, while offering modifications that cater to everyone. Her passion for teaching shines through, and she genuinely cares about helping each student improve. She is encouraging and helpful and always gives you a reliable workout with a good kind of exertion. Kelly, the owner, pours her heart and soul into this studio. Her classes, along with Stephanie's, are no joke - they'll push you to your limits, but you'll leave feeling empowered and accomplished. Kelly is a tough cookie and I think that the studio's success is a testament to her keen eye for detail (the Bath and Body Works hand soaps will always match the season, for example), her sense of style and her welcomed obsession with cleanliness. Kelly also has a ROBUST holiday decor repertoire for EVERY occasion. Alissa is GORGEOUS and you easily feel her warm embrace as soon as you walk into one of her classes. In Alissa's Barre Camp and Bounce classes, your coordination will be tested, but she always helps you feel totally OK about just doing what you can do and will talk you through every move and choreographed series. Emily is ADORABLE. She has a playful, jovial demeanor and her Bounce classes are my favorite since the trampoline is intimidating to me and she really breaks each move down and builds up slowly so you don't feel lame when you are bouncing like a goofball. Kate is literally a RIOT. You almost don't need any ab exercises since you'll be laughing the whole time, even as you are working your glutes or your triceps. She has an irreverence and wit that has led to me changing my family's weekend schedule so I can attend her Sunday classes. Marti and Tonya are both sweetness personified. Marti has a calm, wise, soulful spirit that is soothing, even as you are sweating. Her poise and grace are the perfect antidote to the early morning screech of the alarm. Because of my schedule, I don't get to take as many of Marti's classes, but when I do, I feel treated. Tonya's Southern accent sounds like mother's milk. She does a great job of coordinating the beat drop of a song to the moves and her workouts can be deceptively intense. Tonya's modesty alleviates any anxiety you might have when you have an 'off' day. "Bless her heart!" There are a handful of teachers that I have not had because I only take morning or noon-time classes. There are also teachers who have gone on to other destinies who I miss dearly (looking at you Colleen!) but every Xtend teacher I've had has been welcoming and taught me something. That's saying a lot since I've been in some form of Barre, yoga or The Daily Method for 20ish years!! Xtend is a place where you grow stronger, laugh often, and feel genuinely good about yourself. The sense of community is truly special - you can tell everyone there genuinely cares about each other. Come join us!

One of the nicer boutique studios in the area! If your primary method of working out is yoga/barre…read morethen this is the studio for you.

A very nice school, in Georgetown, my 8yo girl started…read moreballet class at this centre de danse two years ago and she just loves it. she made great progress! I recommend

As an adult getting back into ballet after a few years away, I was looking forward to my first…read moreclass at Centre de Danse. Miss Theresa is very kind, has incredible professional dance experience, and her class offers de facto French lessons, but I found the ballet curriculum lacking. The adult beginner ballet class only teaches the absolute basics (plié, relève, tendu), with very little room for growth. Additionally, the studio only accepts cash or check, which is worth knowing before attending class. If you have any previous dance experience and are looking for a good beginner ballet class, I'd recommend Born 2 Dance or the Washington School of Ballet instead.

I can always count on Barry's to push my limits!…read more I missed the gym a couple days this week because of work and decided to come here today to make up for it! The instructors have changed from when I first came but today's instructor was awesome!! I love how today's instructor gave a base for the class and encouraged you to go at your own pace but push yourself... They have opened a location in Bethesda so maybe I can make that my Barry's home vs taking this ride. But it's definitely worth the ride!! Happy Yelping!

Barry's is so welcoming! This class really kicked my butt though!! Really great location with good…read moreparking and great workers that also make great smoothies! Will be back :)

Yesterday Yelp Fit Club offered a class with Fete Fitness by Farrah. I brought a few friends with…read moreme & we throughly enjoyed ourselves. The workout was intense but it's not so intense that you can't pick up the moves. The music was great, the instructor was fabulous & the energy of the room was fire.

Endorphins galore! And you'll feel SO sasssy after a class here. They're pumping, moving fast,…read moreside-stepping left and right, cha-cha-cha. It's a fitness class in a similar format to Springfield's Kazaxe Dance, where you follow the lead of a dance instructor (or as my friend so affectionately coined, "Twerk sergeant"). I attended a Yelp Fitclub event but will be returning to Fete Fitness on my own. I definitely got the feel-good bliss after this intense workout. Bring your own water! And lots of it! You'll work up a sweat, get your heart beating fast and leave with a huge cheesing smile. There's much more flair and style here at Fete Fitness compared to other dance fitness classes like zumba, etc. The dance routines are inspired by Caribbean Carnival with influences of hip-hop, jazz, dancehall and afrobeat. I love it! During Carnival season, the owner also leads a masquerade ball and encouraged costumes and feathers. The building for Fete Fitness is a bit hard to find - it's located above the Fire station on Lee Highway. If street parking is scarce, you can always park at the nearby Safeway. Drop-in classes are $10, and a 5-Class pass pack is $40. It's more expensive than Kazaxe, but it's much closer to me location-wise and more focused on dance.

I've been going here for over 3 years now and they have more than 20+ classes a week, so you have…read moreno excuses! I usually go MWF at 7am to get my workout in before work, but they have a 6am M-F as well. On the weekends, I try and go to at least one class, but its tough. They have great contests all year long that encourage your attendance to the center.

I tried out Jazzercise on a lark a few years ago and have been hooked ever since. A great workout…read more(to Top 40 music), fantastic instructors, and a wonderful community. There's a great mix of ages and body types in class and you can easily modify the workouts to a lower impact/intensity if needed. I had previously tried Zumba, but got bored by the similarity of moves and music. Jazzercise uses all types of recent music and includes strength and core work in every workout. The studio is located on the first floor of an office building off Glebe Road (around the back of the building). There's a great variety of class times and free parking in the morning before 9AM and after 4PM. Whether you want to come every day or just drop by occasionally, you won't find a better and friendlier group of people...or a better workout.

I highly recommend lessons, whether it is for preparing for an event, wanting to pick back up what…read moreyou did as a kid, or wanting to try something new. Ann is an incredible teacher and got me dancing in the first lesson, whereas I spent my whole life thinking I couldn't dance. She has worked with several of my friends, as well, and got them ready for their wedding and other events. She breaks things down so they seem very simple. Her humor and positivity make learning fun. She has taught me bachata, merengue, cha cha, rumba, swing, and waltz so far, and we're still going! And a friend of mine and I also started doing tap and ballet with her. When working with disabilities, she is flexible and creative in her explanations and the way she makes dancing possible.

Ann is amazing! My wife and I started taking lessons with her ahead of our wedding, and are still…read moreworking with her over a year later. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable but she is also an excellent teacher. She is especially good at understanding the common issues that men encounter as the lead. We have been learning swing, rumba, and salsa. Ann is incredibly patient and understanding while also having high standards for us. We have fun at every lesson and look forward to continuing to learn from Ann. Highly recommend!

Please look into other gyms!! They're not worth it. Communication is horrible, they have too many…read morechildren in one class and it's challenging for your child to get the necessary attention needed. Also, they will take money even if your membership is cancelled and not refund you for it! I HIGHLY recommend looking elsewhere and putting your money into establishments that are worth it.

Just hosted our 5year-olds bday here, today, and I would DEFINITELY do it again for the following…read morereasons: 1) budget friendly--you'd be hard-pressed to find a better deal in this area @ an indoor play-space 2) we had the whole facility to ourselves 3) throughout our entire process, every staff Member was professional, helpful, friendly & communicated effectively w/o exception even w/our last minute questions 4) short drive from our home (Capitol Hill/Navy Yard) 5) ease of parking & general access to place @The Little Gym Proprietor & Staff--keep doing what you're doing! This picky D.C. mama was thoroughly pleased. THANK YOU.