• Ruth Page Center for the Arts
    Dance, Pilates

    Ruth Page Center for the Arts

    1016 North Dearborn Street, Chicago
    4.9
    (5000+)

    Adult - Ballet - Foundations

    Thoughts wrt recent reviews - unless you’re talking about a Wednesday class, these classes are not mislabeled. Tuesday classes ARE classes that require 0 experience, but y’all want 0 experience Day 1 class experiences when the term started 8 to 12 weeks ago. All the studios in the city start their fall terms in Aug/Sept and really slow it down during the first few weeks. After that, all the good teachers still go over basic positions, what a plie/tendu/degage is, and how to access turnout etc every few weeks, but it wouldn’t be fair to people who showed up on day 1, with or without experience, to go over the same exact things every single class because you wanted to start late. If you want a Day 1 experience, see you Day 1 in Jan, May, or Aug - but you are likely capable of more than you think. Most people who show up with 0 experience have a good time and learn a lot if they are *actually* chill about figuring stuff out as they go along. Half the “experienced” regulars in the class who make it a positive environment showed up in the middle of the term with no experience and just kept trucking. ALSO: Corrections in front of the class are a compliment (good teachers only give corrections to people who can handle them or to prevent injury) and a gift for everyone to apply, including more experienced dancers - most have been doing ballet for less than a year or two, which is how long most people need to stay in absolute beginner classes before moving up. You’ll see them practicing the same thing! I truly understand how anxiety inducing those are (I’d break out into cold sweats at first), but this class cured my anxiety and taught me how to focus on myself. Vannessa does have a very irreverent and humorous teaching style that may not be for everyone, using funny stories to make corrections memorable. Idk i love it though. Tl;dr adjust your attitude (haha, pun), just enjoy a fun class with good technical corrections, foundational barres, and challenging across the floors
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    An incubator of artistic energy. The center of Chicago's dance history. The Ruth…
  • Dance Forever
    Dance

    Dance Forever

    All About Dance, 501 West North Avenue, Chicago
    5.0
    (7500+)
    Safety guidelines

    In Studio Jazz Funk

    Jordan’s class is my FAVORITE in Chicago. His choreography is always so fresh and fun and FAST so you always get your heart rate up. He picks the best bops too. Probably a better class for folks who have had dancing training, but you’ll have a good time regardless! I could not recommend this class enough!
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    Dance Forever is a sanctuary-meets-club where adults come to dance for fitness, fun…
  • Cheetah Gym
    Strength Training, Dance, …

    Cheetah Gym

    5248 N Clark St, Chicago
    4.8
    (2500+)
    Safety guidelines

    Body Blast

    Best workout class I have ever taken. I have been going to Body Blast for about 6 months and it has transformed my approach to weightlifting and fitness as a whole. Alexius runs his class like a well oiled machine. He is incredibly knowledgeable and attentive, ensuring everyone has proper form. The class is perfectly paced, challenging, and encouraging. The music that Alexius curates is technically perfected to each drill. If you’re looking to build strength, learn proper technique, and see physical results, this class is definitely worth it!
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    At Cheetah Gym you'll find state-of-the-art equipment, some of the group fitness…
  • Dance on Broadway
    Dance

    Dance on Broadway

    3126 North Broadway, Chicago
    4.9
    (2500+)

    Intermediate Hip Hop

    Great class! He moves fast so it’s a good push.
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    Dance On Broadway is the brand new state of the art training center now open in Lakeview…
  • The Rooted Space
    Dance, Barre, …

    The Rooted Space

    1803 W Byron St, # 201, Chicago
    5.0
    (1000+)
    Safety guidelines

    Beginner/Intermediate Ballet

    Morgan is the BEST. So so kind and informative. She teaches such an enjoyable ballet class and it’s my favorite in the city. Perfect mix of challenging but yet still slowly paced for a Sunday morning. I could not recommend her class enough!
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    At the Rooted Space we believe movement is for everyone. We offer full body work…
  • The Hive Studios
    Dance

    The Hive Studios

    4706 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago
    4.9
    (1000+)
    Safety guidelines

    Adult Intermediate Ballet

    The lady who greeted me was super friendly. She even took the time to show me around! I loved the intermediate ballet class I took with Mike. He has great energy! I'll definitely be coming back
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    The Hive is a space created to bring dance education to the Greater Chicago community…
  • Chicago Movement Collective Inc. at Intrigue Dance & Performing Arts Center
    Dance, Pilates, …

    Chicago Movement Collective Inc. at Intrigue Dance & Performing Arts Center

    2525 N Elston Ave, Chicago
    4.9
    (100+)
    Safety guidelines

    Basic Ballet

    Melinda is fantastic. So encouraging and welcoming. I am a total beginner but she is ready to meet all dancers where they are and help them grow. I look forward to this class so much.
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    A studio created to provide a home for the community's incredible teaching artists…
  • Indie Media Studio
    Dance

    Indie Media Studio

    5553 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago
    4.9
    (46)

    Beginner Heels 1

    Great environment for beginners! You will be challenged but have a lot of fun. Their Beginners Academy has been the most welcoming space for beginner dancers looking to improve in their retention and execution of choreography. They have heels to rent if you don't have any!
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    Since the start of Indie Media back in 2012 they have been on a mission to help artists…
  • Hawkins House of Horton
    Dance

    Hawkins House of Horton

    1451 E 53rd St, Chicago
    4.7
    (19)

    Jazz

    It was a great class in a beautiful space, and it made me realize how out of shape I’ve become. I will be going back!
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    The mission of The Hawkins House of Horton is to provide an outlet for full mind…
  • Rhythm of the Street Dance Studio
    Dance

    Rhythm of the Street Dance Studio

    4301 North Kedzie Avenue, Chicago
    4.9
    (8)
    Safety guidelines

    Adult Beginner Tap class

    Lyn is the sweetest! She teaches an informative class with a lot of tap dance history knowledge. Such a great way to spend an afternoon!
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    Lyn Cole has experience teaching Tap, Ballet, and Jazz dance for any ages. Classes…
  • BeMoved with Tiffiny
    Dance

    BeMoved with Tiffiny

    1535 North Dayton Street, Chicago
    BeMoved with Tiffiny. BeMoved is a dance experience that inspires people of all movement…

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