Sealevel is unique artist studio a few blocks away from Ocean Beach and Golden Gate Park. They…read morehosts events, popups, collaborate with artists, and for the holidays they have a holiday market! The holiday market (open from 12/12 - 12/21) is lovely, they have tons of handmade items from local artists. From prints, art, jewelry, ceramics, ornaments and more! They also have a print vending machine with prints of Outer Sunset businesses. It was fun to use and they had quarters to exchange which was nice! Definitely recommend stopping by, especially for the holiday market popup! It's the perfect place to get a unique gift for friends, family or yourself. It's also helpful to follow them on Instagram to keep up with any upcoming events.

Sealevel is a neighborhood gem. Not just a charming local art space, it's a whole vibe. Think…read moreweekend coffee and pastry popups, community events that actually feel like community, and a dynamic variety of art that captures the foggy, salty, sandy, seaside soul of the Outer Sunset. Jeana isn't just a wildly talented artist--she's a community builder. She's been commissioned by Adobe and featured in museum collections, yet she's right here, warmly welcoming folks into the creative sanctuary she built. Visit Sealevel on weekends and evenings for live music, skill-sharing workshops, local markets, and art shows. You'll meet friendly folks and leave feeling more connected. You can keep up via Insta or email! Seriously. Spaces like this don't just happen; they're built with love and hard work, and they need our support to thrive. Let's keep Sealevel rising--show up, spread the word, and be part of what makes it special.

My daughter attended the school for more than 5 years and has found Mr. Wu's lessons have stuck…read morewith her for 20+ years.

I've taken classes here for around 7 years, and to be completely honest, dancing here has…read moredefinitely helped me develop some foundational skills. I am grateful for having the privilege to even be taking classes at all, and I understand that teachers have it pretty rough when it comes to their occupation. However, this is definitely one of the most ridiculous things I've ever experienced in my entire life. There is no doubt that Mr. Wu is very skilled, but when it comes to teaching, he may just be one of the worst teachers I've ever encountered. There is a fine line between discipline and being an obnoxious idiot. Here are some of the experiences I've had in his classes: - Mr. Wu seems to believe that students with "talent" can do well, and often neglects the students that are slower or less skilled. He definitely plays favorites, and has a very short temper. I have seen him guilt tripping his students, telling them they should be ashamed of themselves, they should try harder because their parents are wasting their money on them, etc. - I've seen him drive away his students from the class, with a few incidences involving forcing his students into their splits with them being in pain and clearly not capable of doing the splits yet. It is extremely dangerous to force someone into extreme positions that the human body is not designed for, since muscles can rip and bones can break. He should understand the consequences of forcing someone's splits open, and should know better than injuring his students out of spite. - Instead of teaching you technique and small exercises to strengthen and sharpen your skills, his class would be more like "spin like this until you can do it without falling", which can lead to developing bad habits and will probably slow down your learning process. - Mr. Wu does not respect privacy and will gossip about students and parents with other parents, even when they are present in the studio. I've had a situation at home where I had no control over and had to arrive late to class. I contacted him about my situation, and I stepped into the studio with him screaming at me about how much of a disappointment I was for coming to class late, and told the entire class about my situation at home as if it was a lame excuse for not being on time. These are just a few examples of my experiences in his class. There are definitely a lot more things I could cover, but in conclusion, I don't recommend this place at ALL. Do not waste your money here. There are lots of ballet classes around the city. Try your luck with literally any other class.

The Pros to this studio is that the teacher we had was very good and the studio makes an effort to…read moreput on a really nice end of the year performance. The kids feel proud of their accomplishment. For me, however, this is overshadowed by the very strict policies. You pay for the entire year up front, so you want to make sure your kid will want to do the entire year. The first year we went here, this worked out OK. However, the second year my 7 yr old was not enjoying the class at all--to the point she would leave the class early crying. We were a couple months in at this point (but before winter break or the beginning of performance dance practices). We were told that we could leave the class but would not be entitled to any refund of the tuition (more than half the year at that point). We were also not allowed to try out another class to see if we could find one my child would like better. I felt this was extraordinarily rigid for a 7 year old. To not even work with a family to try and find a better fit in dance class says to me they are not concerned with the dancer's experience. Our only options were to eat the half year tuition, or force our child to continue a class she really did not like. Perhaps this policy is OK for older kids who know what activities they like, but for younger children I find it inappropriate. Parents should also be aware that the kids are required to wear specific clothing to all practices, so there is an additional cost as you need to order specific dance leotards, tights, shoes, etc.

I have friends whose children take classes here so I have gone to the annual recital at the Herbst…read moreTheater...3 times! We always enjoy their recitals. This year (2011) the theme was "Around the World." The 90 minute show had 33 numbers running 3 minutes or less. The teachers always do a great job of teaching, creating the choreography, selecting the beautiful costumes, & letting the kids shine. Each year the best performances vary. 3 years ago, 3 young men tap dancers were just phenomenal. This year the ballet & modern/contemporary numbers were my favorites. A tall angular young man was especially wonderful to watch...smooth, graceful, strong, rhythmic...better than many professionals I have seen! I am often surprised by the abilities of children who do not have traditional willowy dancer shapes. This year the bigger girls really excelled in the modern & ballet numbers. Their technique, movement, & energy were a pleasure to watch. The younger children are a treat. They often miss something & their reactions are so cute & funny. This year when another dancer stood on her spot on the stage 1 little girl gently pushed the other toward her proper spot, pointed, & mouthed..."you go there!" The price was reasonable...Less than $30 for middle range seats. Much less than what we last paid for a seat at the opera.

We had a very wonderful experience at Sunset Academy of Dance. Our 6 year old daughter enjoyed tap…read moreand jazz. After the initial shyness wore off (5min) our daughter was smiling and having fun. Instructors and other kids were very friendly. We'll be back and hoping this is a coordination and confidence builder.

Sunset Academy of Dance wholly nurtures students of all ages + abilities with a professional,…read morepersonalized approach that develops the dancer's innate creative talent + stretches their physical strength. A Sunset District gem for over 30-years, the tiny space operates formidably under the tireless, talented + experienced Lisa Brown; owner-teacher, dancer, bosslady-"den mom". Lisa is also an educator at a SF private school, + brings to the table a genuine appreciation of youth & deep well of knowledge on how to connect + nurture individuals. Many talented alum of Sunset Academy now dance professionally, some teach dance at the academy, all bring forth the best in students with an easy-going but exacting style. The elevated expectations for achieving goals is on par with the high level of support given students. From toddlers in tu-tus to grown folks getting jiggy, the team takes good care to meet people where they are, celebrate diversity + share the expertise...all in a home-away-from-home environ. The moves mighty, the beats bangin but the studio goes beyond basics to strengthen community by providing a sense of belonging to young creatives in an inclusive, honest studio space, while taking time to celebrate academic success. From Hip-Hop to traditional, tap + beyond, the studio performs competitively on a national scale but also provides low-key, fun offerings for soccer moms to twerk some. For three seasons, Sunset Academy of Dance has brought joy, challenges + support during tough times to our teenager + countless others... the June show is an AWESOME end-of-season HOORAY. Thanks Sunset Academy of Dance for being so good in the hood.

I have a 6 year old who has been here since she was 4 and LOVES it here. Even with class and…read moreNutcracker rehearsals for multiple hours, she still loves being there and being with the instructors and other dancers. It's her favorite day when she gets to go to ballet class. We have found the instructors kind, caring, and willing to work with the younger kids. Ms Jess is amazing and my daughter absolutely adores her. Ms Kellie has been great in responding to any issues (my daughter fractured her clavicle this year and they worked around it with us). We are so thrilled that we found this place and look forward to continuing her ballet journey with them.

Lack of supervision. Not all teachers are certified. Some are taught by students…read more DO NOT SEND if your child its under 6 years old. They are not watching the students that they are expecting all children can be independent.

Had a great time watching an underground hip hop show here. I loved the stickers all over the walls…read moreand the general feel of the whole space.

Hone Hive is the stomping ground of some of the most talent people I have ever seen. Never a bad…read moretime when in the presence of so many talented people. It gets addicting just looking at all the different stickers from the people who have performed at the Hive. Always a good time and vibe.

This place is so fun! I participate in Unicycle Club but hope take a few classes. Here's a…read morepicture of me with a 5 foot unicycle. They have lots of beginner unicycles you can try too.

It is one of the professional circus education in USA, the circus education starts from 30 years…read moreago, two founders are from the most professional and experienced circus background, one of the founders from China, his name is Luyi, he brought Chinese traditional acrobatics training and teaching style to USA, it is good choice for people to start and experience circus education and life at Circus Center.

Me and my daughter saw his show last year when he was preforming at the millbrae rotary event near…read moreHalloween. He was so awesome with his ballon twisting and his show. I ever seen my 5 years old laugh so hard. To the point tears came out from her eyes. Since then I want to bring her to more shows , unfortunately it's any for public unless I hire someone privately, which I'm planning to do for my daughter upcoming birthday in July. Thanks for the awesome show last year!!

My best friend hired Boswick to perform at her daughter's 3rd birthday party at Dolores Park, and…read morehe was fantastic! First, Boswick is a true professional. It was a very hot day, and all the kids were originally seated facing the sun, before starting his show, he had the parents turn the children around so they wouldn't be staring into the sunlight. That spoke volumes about his experience. Boswick had so many tricks up his sleeve and kept the kids engaged and laughing throughout. The birthday girl (as is perfectly appropriate for her age!) wandered off midway through, but the older kids were totally captivated the entire time. When the balloon-making began, she came right back, a perfect ending to the performance. Even the adults were entertained! Boswick effortlessly switches between engaging 3-year-olds, 7-year-olds, and adults alike with his humor and charm. As a teacher, I really appreciated his ability to manage a crowd and keep everyone entertained. Other nearby parties had a jump house and a traveling petting zoo with a runaway turtle, but Boswick was by far the highlight of the park. Overall, we were impressed. I would recommend Boswick for any kids' event.

Cute indie theatre. Went for a family movie on Saturday mornings at 10am. They were already playing…read morea short related to the film when we got there at 9:55am. Neighborhood parking might be a little rough if it is a popular showing. Definitely worth going.

Years ago, I went to this theater to watch "Mifune: The Last Samurai"…read more ( Mifune Toshiro's documentary). Today I went back to watch "3 Women". I really liked the movie :) Great pick! Inside was remodeled looked beautiful. They got a little cute record store inside now:) bathroom was clean, too:) I'll definitely go back:)

The SF Civic Music Association offers free concert performances by musicians of various skill…read morelevels for the community to come together, enjoy, and appreciate. Three different ensembles perform at various locations throughout the year: the SF Civic Symphony, Mozart to Mendelssohn (M2M), and Civic Strings. This rating and review is more for the organization rather than a single ensemble. But we had the pleasure of experiencing the wonderful talents of the M2M group this past Sunday, Classical Classics (Mozart's Symphony #40 and Beethoven's Symphony #5) at Herbst Theatre inside the War Memorial Veterans building. Such powerful music, the beautiful sounds on a wide range of instruments including the violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, piccolo, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, and kettledrums. Music director and conductor for this ensemble (the association's second full orchestra) is John Kendall Bailey. I love what the association does for both musicians and the community, and with the amazing performance by M2M this past weekend (playing incredible masterpieces by two classical music greats), I have no doubt that the SF Civic Symphony and Civic Strings are impressive with what they do as well.

I recently had the opportunity to see the Civic Symphony when they performed their Fall concert at…read morethe Elks Lodge. NOTE: This is not the SF Symphony, these guys are a non-profit! WOW - standing room only! (Did I mention their concerts are FREE?) The acoustics of the room were terrific and the head conductor did a great job introducing each piece they performed. The final piece was perfect for the time of year: "Night on Bald Mountain". Fun! I was surprised how much I really enjoyed this and was impressed by the fact that these guys do it for the love of music - not for the money (they are a non-profit).