Hollywood Dance Center

I’ve been bringing my daughter on and off for about 4 years to ballet class and we absolutely love Ms. Pam! She’s so warm and welcoming. She teaches the girls with so much care and makes sure they’re enjoying themselves. She is the best teacher my child has had and that’s why we keep coming back to her. I highly recommend any parent to bring their child to Ms. Pam’s ballet class.

I can’t say how happy I am to have found the Zumba class. Michael is a doll, the class was EXACTLY what I have been looking for. As another person said, all shapes, ages and sizes, not a typical Hollywood scene at all. As a 52 years young, still Broadway dancer in my heart, this school, and this class is perfect for me.
You can’t beat the price either, $ 5 a class, are you kidding me? I bought the 10 class card before I even did my first cha cha, I just knew I would be coming back weekly.

Our dance troupe has held classes and rented studios here for rehearsals. The rates are very reasonable and rooms are a great size. If you come on weekends or Sundays there is ample street parking, which is a real plus. The facilities could probably use a bit of updating (hence 4 stars instead of 5), but it’s a solid space and I’d recommend it.

I really love 9am adult ballet with James Joyce at this dance center. I would say he typically teaches at an intermediate level. Regardless, it’s open level, so all are welcome. He is always incorporating new, interesting combinations into his barre work and center, which keeps me on my toes. You pay him directly, not the studio, so bring cash or check.
Another thing I love about this class is how BIG the room is and how there is SO much barre to choose from! It’s also a smaller class because of the time of day, so if you can make it, you’ll tend to get more individual attention.

great place to take a fun exciting dance class — no hassles — no xtra. fees — just walk in — everyone is welcome — all ages — all levels — all fun

Being new to ballet… Elspeth Kuang’s class is the perfect intro back into ballet (I did it very briefly as a child but have always loved it!) The class has mixed beginners level but what makes it is how nurturing, patient and informative Elspeth is! There are no egos and the class is a great workout. I would give the experience 5 stars but only gave it 4 because the venue itself could be a bit updated. though some may like the old school vibe.

I come here for Zumba classes– the studio is pretty good.
Lots of space, clean, filtered cold water for free, waiting area, and attentive staff.
Friday Zumba at 7:15 with Jeffrey– AMAZING!
I love his energy, and it’s a great workout. His songs are always easy to follow and fun! I usually get very sore by the next day, always in a different body part. He does a good job of rotating workouts and such. He’s just great! I would recommend this class to both beginners and people who want more of a challenge.
I made the mistake of taking the Thursday night class with Michael (was that his name?)
I HATED it.
I didn’t need to drink water the entire time. It was unchallenging and boring.
And he’s one of those dancers who will do ridiculously difficult moves in between that only he can follow (like little dumb twists and twirls that stroke his ego but make everyone else loop around confused.
My ankle was hurting so I sat down towards the end, i didn’t miss much though. Never again!
Fridays with Jeffrey is where it’s at!

Wonderful personal service and very cozy ambiance. I have know the Hollywood Dance Center for over 15 years and the people are professional, skilled and very high quality, especially Ms. Elspeth Kuang’s Dance classes which have an excellent combination of personalization, thoughtfulness and add a cosmopolitan professionalism to ballet instruction.

I like how this feels like an old dance studio from the 1960s or 1970s… or like an old studio with character from every dance movie you’ve ever seen. Everything about it is perfect, old style. You have to climb a very steep set of stairs to reach the studio, though. It feels like you’re climbing to Dance Heaven.
One strange thing about this place is the panel mirrors in the main studio — certain mirrors are more slimming than others, LOL!!! I like to dance primarily in the ones that make me look thinner. It’s like, «Man, I’m lookin’ hot today,» *smile.
So far I’ve only taken Carrie’s «Salsa Fit» class, which I LOVE. I just started. The people are very nice and welcoming. So, yeah, whether you’re looking for a fitness dance class or used to be a dancer and want to get back into it, check out the Hollywood Dance Center. I’m a fan.

Hollywood Dance Center just recently opened a new class on Friday nights at 7:15pm called Global Groove Fitness and Zumba classes. It’s one great dance-​fitness workout incorporating both athletic and dance-​based moves inspired by different culture from around the world. Travel the world through dance!
Experience an exhilarating and invigorating workout, you will definitely sweat so bring your towel and bottle of water (you can refill at the water filter in the studio). Global Groove Fitness offers easy-​to-​follow, fun, exciting, and amazing dance-​fitness workout! No dance background required. Come in, move and groove to the rhythm! It’s definitely a PARTY! Join us now!
The instructor (Jeffrey Samson) will guide and lead you to an awesome workout that you will feel great and energized at the end of the class. He has over 20 years of experience teaching group exercise and dance-​fitness. A certified fitness professional who knows how to breakdown each move for a multi-​level class experience! He makes sure his students will have fun and get the best workout they’ll experience!
The class is held at Hollywood Dance Center — Studio A (big, well ventilated and spacious) you’ll be able to move around without running against other participants. The class has friendly atmosphere, positive and encouraging… TRY IT NOW!
Class Rates/​Packages:
10 Classes — $ 50.00 (50% Savings)
5 Classes — $ 35.00 (30% Savings)
1 Class — $ 10.00
Yes! Jeffrey Samson is passionate about Global Groove and just love to share this amazing dance-​fitness to everyone!
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«Let’s Move! Let’s Groove! Let’s do Global Groove!» — Jeffrey Samson

SALSA FIT… HAY CALIENTE!
For all of you out there that love Latin Music and love to shake it, dance and get an amazing all over body work out, Salsa Fit with Carrie on Sunday’s at 6:00pm is the place to be. Carrie is an amazing teacher that essentially teaches you all of the Latin moves (authentically I may add) that are quintessential to the Latin culture, while making all steps easy to pick up. The dance floor is huge and the people are super friendly. I would highly recommend getting yourself down to the Hollywood Dance Center for a class that will definitely make you excited to come back again and again!

HOTTEST SALSA WORKOUT IN HOLLYWOOD
I’ve been taking Carrie’s Salsa Fit class for three years now and I love it. She plays a great variety of Latin music like salsa, merengue, samba, reggaeton, cha cha cha and others. Dancing to Latin music will keep you in shape because it is good for your heart. Carrie brings energy on the dance floor. The ballroom has enough space for everybody. If you are stuck on a dance move that you seem to have trouble, just fake ‘n’ shake. Keep on going and you’ll do just fine. The class fee for Salsa Fit is very reasonable. This is a perfect way to wrap up the weekend. Come on down to Carrie’s Salsa Fit class on Sunday nights. It is so much fun.

Just an update to let you ZUMBA addicts know that before zumba there was CARRIE PLESCIA! All «Zumba» is is a trademarked name for Latin Cardio, so get the REAL THING right here. Look, in the «aughts,» everybody and their mother was a yoga teacher. Now in the ‘teens, everybody and their dog is a «zumba» teacher. So you can dance a little and you pay your $ 200 and get zumba certified… so NOT! Carrie not only was a former salsa champion, she’s been a professional teacher for a very long time. She can CUE; her taste in music is HOT (we’re always begging her, «Where did you find that? What’s the name of that? Who is that?»); her routines are simple and repetitive enough so you get a broad opportunity to DANCE your arse off, yet choreography involved enough to engage your mind and memory. Give it one shot (FIRST CLASS FREE POLICY — what do you have to lose?) and see for yourself. I dare you!
Okay, I’m a fan. I haven’t missed a Sunday in over 3 years. I’m busy and cantankerous and demanding. My buddies laff at me because I’ve scoped out EVERY Latin/​Zumba class in town and I KNOW the pantheon of top teachers and I’m TELLING YOU, Carrie is one of the greats. When I tell you and tell you and tell you this is the real deal, I know whereof I speak!
Wear aerobics shoes, bring a towel and water bottle (there’s a cooler in the lobby — free refill, if you need it), and wear aerobics clothes. The ballroom has awesome A/​C AND ceiling fans AND four (two operable) «floor» fans mounted on the ceiling corners. You will be totally comfortable even in 100+° heat.
And if you’re shy, know that Josecito’s girl is gonna be there to cheer your arrival, okay?

I have taken Carrie’s latin cardio class at two different LA locations, multiple times and LOVED it! Along with what others mentioned about how you get a great sweat, it’s so much fun and Carrie makes the environment very comfortable and carefree! Carrie incorporates a great variety of dance styles, chooses really good music, and provides plenty of opportunities to shake your stuff — enjoy!

Want to have fun while getting a great work out? Carrie’s Salsa class is the best! You sweat buckets and work muscles you didn’t even know you had, all while learning the basics steps for salsa, merengue, cumbia, samba and cha cha. And it won’t break the bank either! I highly recommend you check out Carrie’s Salsa class on Sundays!

Short Version: Learn to dance here.
Long Version: Big dance studios with plenty of classes for all the styles. Bathrooms could be a bit bigger, but you’re not there for that, are you? Parking isn’t too bad and the place is kept clean. Check out their schedule and go take a class. You may have more rhythm in you than you know.