Reviews of Ballet Lounge (Dance School)

Michal Tk

I have always wanted to be really good at ballet and be able to move to music the way I could in my mind. But being an adult I thought that dream was over since I have only ever had one year training in my life. Then through an internet search for best adult ballet classes in Vancouver, I kept coming across the Ballet Lounge. It had the highest ratings wherever I looked and sounded really cool. I started taking drop in classes as I could (with young kids) and they even let me bring my 3 year old so I could dance while she sat on a blanket near me. I couldn't wait until the kids were in school so I could take more! Then Covid hit and all business were forced to close. The Ballet Lounge quickly set up on-line classes in the same format the regular classes were in. You could pay for a single drop in class or pay a flat fee per month for a limited or unlimited amount of classes. You could come and go from any class and try them all, which I thought was amazing. I admit I was slow to get on the on-line class sign up. I had my family all at home all of a sudden and was a bit overwhelmed. But I have slowly started taking classes with them from home. (This after trying all sorts of free on-line ballet on you-tube). I have to say for a non-studio class, it is pretty good. You still get the same excellent teaching, tips, and corrections, you feel a part of the class and community, and you get that great self-effacing, sweet humour of Suzy's, the founder and owner of Ballet Lounge. As we go into yet another lockdown and the studio doors are closed to the Ballet Lounge (on-line keeps going), I began thinking how devastated I would be if it closed for good. I actually want Ballet Lounge to stay open more than any other small business I know. I have plans! Plans to become as good a dancer as I can! Plans to become flexible and touch my toes (I actually am really inflexible)! Plans to stem the flow of aging and stay in shape! Plans to improve my posture, core strength and eliminate problems I have had since childhood with a bad back. And the Ballet Lounge's online classes are my route there during these Covid times. I absolutely recommend them to anyone of any age anywhere in the world! All ages, shapes, flexibilities and levels are met with an enthusiastic and encouraging teacher. Suzy and the other teachers I have had the chance to take a class with there are all so encouraging and make me want to be a part of it all.

Jessica Hwang

Starting my ballet journey with Ballet Lounge has genuinely been life changing for me. For some years its been in the back of my mind to learn to dance one day, but I never committed to make it happen. Somehow during this pandemic, I felt motivated to finally give it a try and I am so glad I did. Especially during this time, the positivity Suzy and all her instructors bring has been so uplifting. Their encouragement is amazing, the instruction and attention to detail is finesse that you always feel like you are learning every single class. Ballet Lounge has honestly been the pinnacle of keeping my sanity and spirits high, and really feeling beautiful inside and out. There aren't enough words of gratitude to express how much I appreciate this dance community.

Naba Mukhtar

Omg I CANNOT hype this place enough! Very friendly and helpful community/instructors, nice variety and frequency of classes, and so much fun! It is very hard to find a good ballet studio specifically for adult learners, so Ballet Lounge is a very rare gem and Vancouverites are lucky to have it. The studio experience is ideal, but now that I don’t live in Vancouver anymore I dance with them via zoom and that’s nice too :)

Shiva Kashi

I have been a student of Ballet Lounge for a few years now. What I love most about this studio is the warm and friendly environment where you always feel included and always enjoy your time learning the moves and get some workout. The warm and friendly atmosphere also can help you manage your stress and even depression on the long run. I highly recommend them!

Jessica Hanna

I love the online HIIT class - The music, the energy and the "moves" make for a really good workout and fun experience; I can take a class with all my friends from the comfort of my home; it's the best!!!

Sabrina Alcock

I love love LOVE Suzy, Natalie, and the whole Ballet Lounge Community. It had been a childhood dream of mine to dance ballet, but sadly it was not something that was feasible in my youth. So when I was looking for a way to get more exercise that I'd commit to, I started to look for dance classes I could take. Enter, Ballet Lounge. Suzy and Natalie are both encouraging and enthusiastic while helping you improve your form and progress. And this hasn't changed in their virtual classes! Even socially distanced they will help you correct form and progress your technique! I know this pandemic has been rough for everyone, so please accept my huge THANK YOU for all you do for us BL Students. Big, socially distanced, hug.

Dany Castillo

I’ve been to the Ballet Lounge for 2 years already and all I can say is that the classes are so much fun, everyone is super friendly and also has different levels so everyone can enjoy! Due to covid the classes are online, modified for small spaces so no matter where you are, you can enjoy them as much as in the studio, they’re live so you can still get corrections and it’s also nice to get to talk to the bl community...especially during these hard times, don’t hesitate and go try them! You won’t regret it!!!!!!

Helaine Boyd

This place is the best! The owner and instructors are so positive and supportive. Great for both beginners and advanced dancers

Rozlyn Jayne

I joined Ballet Lounge a little over a year ago when I moved to Vancouver and it’s going to be the thing I miss most when I move back to England. The teachers are really great and knowledgeable. Their enthusiasm is contagious and they create such a warm and welcoming environment. I have learnt so much and my body has got so much stronger. I’ve even managed to achieve my lifelong dream of dancing en pointe! I would 100% recommend Ballet Lounge to anyone!

Emilia Ryden

Suzy and her amazing team have always been so accommodating and inclusive like no other studio I have ever danced at. Weather your coming back from a long break from dance or just trying it out for your first time - this is the place to come and learn, in a supportive community!

Anita P

Wonderful place to take a drop-in dance class. So much fun. Very friendly staff and students. I have attended several different classes and enjoyed all of them. I have now been attending for 6 months and have notice a huge improvement in my dancing and overall fitness.

Kazuko Arthur

Great place to learn ballet, dance, stretch and get fit and have lots of fun doing all. Great teachers and fun environments and always welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Michelle Li

I've been coming to BL for just over 2 years now and I don't think I would have my passion for ballet as an adult if I didn't have Ballet Lounge. It's an amazing learning environment where you feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes so that you can learn. Ballet Lounge makes ballet less intimidating and breaks difficult steps down so that anyone can be comfortable as an absolute beginner here, at any age. It's an amazing community to be part of, especially when they transitioned to virtual ballet classes during this pandemic.

Heather C

I miss this place dearly since moving to Victoria. Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, they make ballet accessible for everyone. The classes are well structured, as a ballet class should be, but with a relaxed attitude. No egos here! All they need to do is open a location in Victoria and my life would be complete ????

Lauren Calderone

Such a fun, welcoming, and non-intimidating atmosphere. Thanks, Suzy! See you again soon.

Catherine Barker

A great place to practice ballet, jazz and ballet fitness. Classes are fun and challenging. The teachers are always willing to show you adaptation to your abilities or corrections following an injury. Great energy and lovely people. All in all a very good experience. I would highly recommend it.

Rogues West Actors Studio

The moment I walked in to Ballet Lounge I felt welcomed. The environment Suzie and Natalie create is inclusive, non-judgmental, a love of dance and a passion for teaching their classes. There are a lot of dance studio's that feel intimidating - The Ballet Lounge feels like a creative home where the instructors truly care about their dancers. The Ballet Lounge is a place of joy and transformation. Christiane Hirt

Maria Catalina Pavel

Angels work here.

Christina W

I've taken two classes here so far- one with Laura (great class!) and the other was traditional ballet with the owner Suzy. It was a wonderful experience!! I've always missed ballet since I stopped as a teen and Suzy fosters a warm and welcoming environment for danvers of all levels :) I'll be jete-ing back regularly!

Chloe Stevenson

I have been going to the ballet lounge since February and this is seriously my favourite place to be, I’m always looking forward to dancing here. I have been to several studios around Vancouver and BC and this is by far the most genuinely nice place. The other students attending the classes are encouraging and non-judgemental, often clapping encouragement to other dancers. All the “barre tenders” are lovely and talkative and the instructors are very clear and fun, they encourage everyone to go at their own pace and have fun, and I feel like they actully mean it. Overall, my experience has been 110% . there are not many studios who focus on adults and don’t just cater to parents and children, the Ballet lounge has been a refreshing experience and will make anyone fall in love with dance.

MaRi Eagar

I feel good about myself and the world when I do classes at Ballet Lounge. The variety and experience of the teachers and classes offered are so well composed that it is providing me with overall fitness as well as the grace and fun of the art of ballet. The community is amazing. ????

Gabi Christie

The Ballet Lounge is the best studio for new and returning dancers. I used to dance as a little girl and was nervous about feeling out of my depth in a class after 10 years. But Suzy and the teachers at Ballet Lounge are friendly, welcoming, and encouraging. There are lots of different types of classes from traditional ballet, to fitness, to jazz choreography. They have also gone above and beyond in their Covid response, by moving all of their classes to Zoom so you can dance in the comfort of your own home.

Amelie S.D.

The lovely instructors are all top notch, so friendly and awesome. The environment in the studio is always welcoming. Thanks for making my dance dreams come true :)

Nitecraft

If you want to dance ballet, this is the place to do it! Suzy is the best and all you need to do is go and you'll know exactly why :)

Grace

This place is so lovely, every person I’ve met at the studio so far have been amazingly supportive and friendly. So happy to be dancing again and couldn’t have been at a better place! ♥️

Zahida Machan

Ballet Lounge is incredible and I'm so happy I found them. I joined before I know I was pregnant, and sticking with my ballet classes was one of the best decisions I made, keeping me active through my pregnancy. The classes have made a world of difference to my core strength, balance, posture, and confidence in rocking my baby bump - all hugely beneficial to both me and baby. Thank you so much to all at Ballet Lounge for your positivity, energy, and a special thank you to the amazing Suzy for the encouragement and for keeping your eye on me to offer me modifications in class. It's soooo appreciated and you really go the extra mile. <3

Sarah Rochfort

First I started with one class a week, then it was two, the next thing I was signing up for unlimited, I just love coming here. Ballet Lounge is a wonderful studio whether you’re a ballet beginner like me or more advanced. Suzy and her team have created a very warm and welcoming dance environment that’s fun and low pressure but gives you the opportunity to be challenged and improve your technique. There’s also a lovely community of fellow aspiring dancers. At the moment I am really enjoying the workshops and learning choreography. I have been taking a few classes with Karley recently, her classes are so fun, she always has a great playlist and keeps you on your toes! The owner Suzy is very sweet, positive and warm, she’s created a wonderful dance studio here in Vancouver.

Leif S

Ballet Lounge has such good energy. What I love most about BL is that it feels so inclusive. I feel like they wanted to create a welcoming atmosphere for every body and they nail it! BL is a gem of a fitness studio ????????✨ To the men - come in here and learn ballet!! You ???????? will ???????? sweat! You will get stronger. You will develop your balance, you will be welcomed, you will develop the core you didn’t even know was possible. And you will develop grace and style, musicality and connection to your body ????‍♂️????????????

Emily Lee

Suzy and Natalie are amazing! I recently started classes virtually during self-isolation and wish I started earlier! Even though it is all online Suzy still makes sure to correct our form which is fantastic. I hope they continue doing virtual classes!

Alexandria Heys

love this studio! the light up bar is amazing. and the owner is the sweetest person, she's so encouraging and kind

Pamela Vio

Joined in May via zoom links due to Covid and brought back the motivation and fitness needed. Made me feel so welcome and noone judges you. You can go at your own pace and modify as required. Everyone is so engouraging. Definately give it a try :)

Anthony Cheverie

This studio offers an amazing range of classes. They have everything from strength and conditioning classes to classical RAD ballet, lyrical and jazz! The atmosphere at Ballet Lounge is exciting and inviting. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone. If you’re a beginner looking for a unique enjoyable way to stay fit or you’re a veteran dancer, there is something here for you. Drop in rates are reasonable but their unlimited package makes it affordable to dance 3+ per week.

Claudia Arrieta

Love dancing at Ballet Lounge! Suzy and the rest of the team have created a positive and supportive environment for us to dance. My only regret is that I can't come every day!

Margaret Dorsey

A really nice, relaxed, welcoming ballet studio for adult amateurs. I personally only take the traditional ballet classes, but there are also some classes that are more like pilates/yoga/general fitness classes, as well as ones that combine ballet technique with a general fitness style class. There's a really nice community, and the Lounge has a great small business feel. Recommend it to anyone who wants a more relaxed ballet experience -- the classes aren't strict or overwhelmingly technical for a beginner like most ballet schools, but the instructors know enough to help you improve.

Ella Grace Bell

Love this place! Great teachers and variety of classes.

Tamsin Holland

Ballet Lounge is fantastic! I love my weekly ballet class and no matter how bad my day was, I come out smiling. Suzy and her team are very welcoming and I have never at any point felt like I don't 'belong' there. A special mention to Karley, her classes are fun and challenging and thanks to her I did my first turn!

Selenna Ho

Been going to this studio for years because I absolutely love the welcoming, positive and supportive environment they've built here! They welcome people from all walks of life and break stereotypes of what ballet is "supposed" to look like. The entire time is very kind and professional and the workouts incorporate a lot of coordination, muscle work, flexibility, and fun! Not to mention they've adapted to the pandemic restrictions really well --their online classes shine a bright light on my day! I highly recommend Ballet Lounge :)

Julie B

I just love the Ballet Lounge! It’s such an encouraging environment (both staff and fellow classmates), and they have an incredibly fun variety of classes and levels that can challenge me, or just let me be silly and have fun!

Moj Noroozi

I couldn't start my Saturday morning better than this! A love ballet class for beginners full of energy and joy, Suzi and Miss Neid are both so kind and helpful

D Stoutenburg

I love dancing with Suzy et al at Ballet Lounge because It's a low pressure dance environment where fun is encouraged above all! Their professionalism and energy is infectious! I love that technique is valued and corrections get made during each exercise. After training for many years as a kid and young adult in a few different dance styles, Ballet Lounge is a great place to come to have fun expressing myself through dance again! Also, the glowBar is SWEET!!! Thanks team!

Jasmine Lee

I love this place; such an inviting fun and enjoyable atmosphere would definitely recommend. ^.^

Brenda Johnston

Try an adult ballet or Balletfit class at the Ballet Lounge in Vancouver, and you may be hooked by the welcoming, encouraging and inclusive atmosphere like I was. As an absolute beginner I took my first class with Suzy more than four years ago at a community centre, and the experience has only improved in the two plus years her studio has been open. Classes are challenging yet fun.

Alysoun Lee

I love this place!! You get a great work out-helping your body improve posture, balance core, flexibility, overall strength, brain agility (yes!) ... and overall poise. Contrary to popular belief this has helped me reverse a lot of my body ‘aging’. They offer many different types of classes at all levels. The instructors are awesome and a special shout out to Suzy for bringing her dream into reality with Ballet Lounge and giving the opportunity to so many ‘past’ or ‘wanna be’ dancers at heart. Thx! I am liven’ my dream of dancing again. ❤️

Chantal Lyons-Stevenson

Gorgeous studio space with fun and friendly instructors. They're really great at presenting different options in classes, so it's very accessible if you're new to a style/level but also as challenging as you want it to be!

J E

Ballet Lounge has a cancellation policy which is fair. However, sometimes life calls for some flexibility. I cancelled my class less than 15 minutes past the cancellation cut off because of a sudden flare up of a pre-existing injury that the Ballet Lounge was well aware of before my first class a month or so prior. They refused to budge on the policy other than offering to let me take another class in the next couple of weeks. Obviously, that wasn't going to work since I was cancelling due to an injury. That's not just bad customer service. It's bad business. Edit: The lies below aren't even worth debating. I cancelled at 23 hours and 47 minutes instead of 24 hours. All I asked was that they give me 13 minutes of grace. I've also unsubsribed from their email list at least 20 times and yet I receive a minimum of 3 emails a week!

Ainsleigh M

I love this studio! Suzy has done such an amazing job with it and all of the staff are so experienced and supportive. I've never danced before and seeing development not only in myself everyday but in other studio-goers is an awesome experience!

alina alimbetova

Good online classes!

Martina Frain

Suzy is the best and has an amazing and positive energy! Love anytime I get to workout with her!

Alissa Perry

Took my first class at the Ballet Lounge this morning, and ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! The class was scheduled for the perfect time to fit my busy mornings, and it was a fantastic (and fun) workout. I can't wait to check out the other classes and come back for more :)

Theresa P

Ballet Lounge is a fantastic! I came back to ballet after decades of not dancing, and it was one of the best decisions I'd ever made. Suzy and her team have created a warm and welcoming environment. Whether you're a novice or an experienced dancer, you will feel pumped in this encouraging and inclusive atmosphere. They offer a variety of classes and levels which give you the opportunity to challenge yourself and improve your techniques. There are also workshops and recitals in which you learn choreography and get the chance to perform if you choose to do so. It's stress free, incredibly fun, and at the same time you're exercising and learning. Thank you, BL! <3

Vickie Siu

I stopped doing classical ballet and, literally, dancing, for a number of years, partly because I think I am getting a bit old for it and partly because I couldn't find a place that I will feel comfortable doing it again until I found Ballet Lounge. I am so grateful for that opportunity and I can say I couldn't have done that if not for Suzy and Ballet Lounge.

Renee Risnoveanu

I took the Traditional Ballet level 1 class and left more confident and inspired!!! I've never done any ballet before in my life, but the pace of the class was slow enough for me to catch up to the other students who were a couple classes ahead of me, yet fast paced enough to challenge them and hone their skills. Christina is an amazing instructor! I learned not only techniques, but also some history of ballet! I've always admired and respected ballet dancers, but never felt like it was something I could do. I lacked the confidence, elegance, poise, body shape. This class changed my perspective! I can learn to have that elegance and poise. Ballet is a form of expression and is open to everyone, regardless of age or body shape! I had such a lovely and fun time! I was smiling the whole time, even though it was quite the workout! Stephanie was so kind and helpful too! At the end of class both Stephanie and Christina helped me take a few photos in gorgeous poses.

Lauren Low

I really like going to the Ballet Lounge for the friendly environment. Everyone, is really encouraging with each other. The teachers are really great with giving specific corrections to help you improve. The Ballet Lounge has been offering online classes which has really helped with having to stay inside. Suzy has been able to modify the class for people that don't have much space at home, while still getting us to sweat! I recommend this place to anyone who wants to exercise and improve their ballet technique! :D

Emma Irene

This is a wonderful dance studio! I came back to ballet after years of not dancing and am so glad I did. Suzy, the owner, is extremely warm and welcoming. I quickly went from taking one class to now being there multiple times per week. The classes are really fun, laid back, but also challenging. Great classes for beginners with zero experience to experienced dancers. I've taken their traditional ballet, ballet fit (this class is great!!!), jazz, and other fitness classes - they are all wonderful! I highly recommend trying this place out!!!

J M

Positive environment, body positive, and everyone is so warm and welcoming. Honestly, one of the best places to be to learn ballet and be healthy. They also provide so many online classes, so helpful especially during COVID

Cassia Maul

Awesome experience! Suzy is an amazing teacher. The best ballet studio you will find in Vancouver! Perfect for all levels.

Emily M

The online classes are so convenient and high quality

Nicole Davidson

I love Ballet Lounge. I am new to ballet at 27 years old, and I have always always wanted to dance. This studio is so encouraging and fun, and the community of dancers and instructors is beautiful! My Saturday morning classes with Laura are my favourite part of my week!

Emily Murphy

I temporarily joined this studio and would have stayed had it not been for a move away. The atmosphere and friendly approach are definitely highlights. You feel so welcome here. The classes I took were awesome and pushed me without making me feel inadequate. I would highly recommend taking a class here and joining if you enjoy it as much as I did.

Amy Cee

Suzy is the BEST fitness instructor! I was fortunate to have private training sessions with her in Calgary and I was in the BEST shape of my life. When she moved to Vancouver to fulfill her dream of opening Ballet Lounge, I was never able to find a trainer or studio that matched (or even come close to) the experience Suzy offers. I was over the moon when Ballet Lounge started offering virtual classes so I don't have to miss out any longer! I am so amazed with how connected, motivated and great I feel...from the comfort of my home! Highly recommend and cannot wait to try more virtual classes with the rest of the BL team!

Sue Lee

I joined Ballet Lounge's virtual classes in the summer when the pandemic prevented me from doing my regular martial arts training. I have been teaching at a university for almost 20 years, and I have had amazing martial arts instructors for more than a decade, so I have very high expectations when it comes to adult teaching and learning! Ballet Lounge wowed me. The instructors are welcoming and friendly, so first time dancers like me felt at ease right from the start. Suzy and Miss Neid are both so graceful and enthusiastic in teaching their classes. It's easy to stay inspired and motivated. I was especially impressed by the quality of instruction. Suzy gives excellent feedback to both in-studio students and at-home students. Most online fitness instructors just lead an energetic demo and give lots of verbal encouragement to the group and hope that the nature of the video being live-streamed will make learners more motivated because "the teacher is watching." Suzy is amazingly attentive to all learners. She gives timely, focused, practical feedback that lets me know that my instructor is watching and caring about whether I am getting it right. When I take Suzy's class, I am extra motivated not because "the teacher is watching" but because I know I am learning and improving. Few fitness instructors can do that in a regular in-studio group class, and very, very few can do that while doing online teaching. She doesn't even need a teaching assistant! Suzy is providing instruction, demonstrating the moves, observing both in-studio and at-home students, and giving feedback all at the same time on her own! It's been almost 4 months, and I am still dancing!

Angelica Yee

Professional and fun instructors who offer a variety of styles for dancers of all levels. They also offer fun conditioning and HIIT classes that I love and I'm not even a "workout" person. Personally I appreciate how the studio is always clean and the instructors put your safety first!

G L

I just took two classes and it was a great experience! Suzy is a great teacher! As a beginner she made ballet accessible and fun. I like her positive and optimistic energy! I learnt a lot and will love to come back again and again.

Nat N

Ballet Lounge, quit lying to your clients. There is no prize draw in 30-days challenge or whatever days are, she chooses the winner.