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This place is seriously fantastic! Just the energy when you walk in the door is amazing. So much creativity. Amazing artists and dancers. I am taking adult ballet I and it’s so wonderfully challenging. So many other amazing things to try. Such a great place. More...

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Only complaint is that it wasn't long enough! Last week I attended a hip hop class here with Rachel. I was clearly having fun because before I knew it, the hour-long class was up! Rachel was super fun and energetic the whole time!  At least try out a class here--you won't regret it! More...

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I love coming here. Paige is an awesome teacher and the general atmosphere is warm and friendly. I wish my work schedule allowed me to come more often.

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Love this place. I take Pilates here and out of all of the places I’ve practiced this is the best! Everyone is kind and they really have wonderful instructors. I highly recommend Central Studio!

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My daughter has been taking dance here for 2 years; we adore the instructors, who are so patient and kind with wiggly, enthusiastic littles.

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Great energy. Very knowledgeable teachers. Over all great experience. Pilates classes has helped my back tremendously.

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Love Central Studio! It's super cool that the studio is very inclusive of all class levels, backgrounds and ages. The vibe is trendy and everyone is really friendly and inclusive! Marcus's contemporary class gave me life when he was teaching and will definitely be coming back for other classes to learn from more cool people! More...

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Love the vibe

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I love this studio if ur looking to unlock or learn more about dancing this place is it thank you Rachael your the best teacher!

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Went to take a beginner Argentinian tango class. A great experience.
After the class I went to watch the regulars dance. The regulars were such strong dancers, and honestly, I felt privileged to take in a glimpse of this dancing culture that is so elegant and yet so foreign to me.

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Very family-friendly and the staff goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome.

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This studio is right next to my house and the funny thing is that I had been completely unaware of its existence until a friend of mine (who actually lives in St. Charles!) told me about dance classes there. They offer various fitness and dance classes, and the instructors are great. I started first with attending ballet, since I had always wanted to try it, but very soon I realized that it was not my thing and I switched to salsa. Carlos Reyes, who is the owner of Mambo Revolution and a salsa/bachata/cha cha instructor, gives lessons there multiples times a week, and they are amazing! It would not be an exaggeration to say that I found my hobby! And they also have social events once a month.The thing which seemed inconvenient for me at Central Studio was that you need to buy a monthly pass and if you are out of town and can't attend some classes, then they "disappear". With Mambo Revolution it is different - you buy a pass for 4 classes and you can attend whenever you want. This is way more convenient for me with my busy way of live. More...

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Very fun and informative. Great event to go to by yourself or with a group of friends!

Reviewed on Facebook

Great place to go. 5 stars for Kasia. I will recommend any time

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The owner MaryEllen is SO nice and knowledgeable about movement and the body in general. This is a dance studio where you can practice Pilates, Gyrotonics, yoga, get a massage and even Latin dance! This place has it all and a full "drop-in" open  schedule. Many class card options. The atmosphere is very cozy and inviting and vibe is always casual. I'm a professional dancer but beginners always feel comfortable here as well. More...

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Hands down the best dance in environment in St Louis and the surrounding areas. Arica Brown and the staff at CKDC are absolutely amazing. I was welcome with open arms and the staff are technically proficient in his or her class. Breaking down the dance routine step by step made it easy for us students to follow. I highly recommend CKDC. More...

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Friendly and exceptional customer service. My daughter love going to dance class.

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Never meant review as 1star. Sorry for that mistake. I haven't been in yet, but can't wait to come take class at this awesome studio!

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Beautiful, serene, awesome studio! Excellent service as well by the staff!

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Atmosphere conducive to healing. I will return....

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Wonderful KinderDance program! Ms. Paige is an energetic, creative and motivational teacher. My daughter loves her and has learned so much more than she did in another program. It's an interactive and entertaining way for the kids to learn. A great space, with a positive and easy-going atmosphere. More...

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This studio is a centrally-located nice friendly place. Very good floors to dance to, very clean and they even have complimentary tea and snacks. I highly recommend their salsa classes on Wednesday night. Very experienced and personable instructors. More...

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Great studio for creative thinking and dancing. I go there to practice salsa during big salsa socials and take salsa lessons. They have everything needed for amateur and professional dancing. Spacious room with smooth wooden flooring and flashing lights. Mirrors all around allow you to either see the greatest dancer ever or a need for improvement. Dancing company Mambo Revolution teaching salsa classes there and they are fantastic ! More...

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I am visiting from Atlanta and just had a fantastic massage with Pippin Schupbach! It was excellent and I would love to have another one when I am back in St Louis.

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I had my first Thai massage EVER with Mary Ellen, it was 60 minutes of bliss.  I felt so much better after all of the stretching. If you haven't had one, I highly recommend going here.  The room is tranquil and she really knows what she is doing.  Check out her bio on the website.  She's pretty amazing. More...

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Great place to exercise and relax, I highly recommend.

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I have been going to Central Studio for over two years now, and I'm addicted! The instructors are always friendly and professional, and they try to cater each class to the students' needs and interests. The studio offers a generous sampling of classes for both kids and adults, which is something you don't find at most dance studios. If you're interested in something that is not currently offered, always ask! Additionally, they make payments easy by giving multiple options for everything from one-time visits to unlimited monthly classes. If you're looking for a great studio, you should definitely go and try it out! More...

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I've been taking adult beginner dance classes since September and can't recommend this place highly enough. The teachers are both talented dancers and good instructors (qualities that don't always go hand in hand) and the atmosphere is really welcoming and supportive. I flailed around for the first few months and was never once made to feel embarrassed or hopeless. On top of the adult dance classes, I can also recommend Saturday morning's Central Conditioning, which is one of the hardest workouts in town.Update: I just started taking pilates here, after a few years over at Yoga-Pilates in Hi-Pointe, and the instructors at Central Studio are far and away the best I've ever had. More...

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I have had a blast there many times while visiting in this area -- I live on the West Coast -- and I really enjoyed getting to take classes with Raii Morehead, who is an amazing HipHop teacher.

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Love going to my Wednesday morning class with Kasia, perfect way to get over the hump!!

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I love Thursday-night adult tap with Audrey!  She's a phenomenal dancer and choreographer, who strikes a balance between technique-based exercises, challenging combinations, and time for practicing crazy, new tricks. I've tried both the intermediate and advanced classes and enjoyed both, but I definitely prefer the speed of the advanced class.  The intermediate class does many if not most of the same steps/skills/combos, but it seems to draw a steadier stream of new (but experienced) students, necessitating a lot of review and a much slower pace, so go with whatever pace feels right for you.The dance spaces themselves are a bit odd and don't seem conducive to having more than a handful of students in a given class at any one time, but that hasn't presented a problem so far.Finally, with the rising cost of weekly boutique dance and fitness classes (i.e., outside of a monthly gym membership), the prices at Central Studio are super-reasonable, maybe even a bargain. More...

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I haven't started classes but I am excited to begin should of done this a long time ago.

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Running my business, Dandelion Yoga Productions, out of this space has been beyond wonderful. Working with Central Studio owner, Mary Ellen Bryan, is like working with a sister. So much support and understanding…always a smile and a hug. I love that! More...

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Central studio is a beautiful establishment. Mary Ellen Bryant is an amazing and energizing force and her studio follows step. If you plan on crafting yourself this is a must go. And they have a piano!! More...

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Central Studio offers youth and adult dance technique classes, private sessions, personal training, massage therapy, and more with a centralized location just off Forest Park Pkwy in the Central West End. They offer the most comprehensive schedule of any dance, fitness, and Pilates studio in St. Louis! More...

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Central Studio offers something St. Louis does not have. Adult classes truly for ADULTS.  There is a level and class for every person.  There are a wide assortment of dance classes fitness classes as well as massages and acupuncture.  The space has a wonderful atmosphere  that is calming yet invigorating!  Everyone who work here is friendly, helpful and all working towards the same goal of a healthy happy life! More...

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I came here with a one-month unlimited Groupon to try out the fitness classes. I would highly recommend doing so, if you want to look into the studio. Zumba is one of the most popular fitness classes here. High energy and a lot of fun. I've never taken a Zumba class before, but I still had a lot of fun. You're thinking a lot about what to do and what the movement pattern is, so you'll forget how tired you are. Definitely a great cardio class. Highly recommended!Meridian stretch is a great class for flexibility training. If you're an office worker hunched over a computer most days, this is the class for you. The instructor does well at adjusting the movement for you if you need it. The class size is small, so you'll definitely get the attention you need! Mat Pilates is a good class for strengthening. Exercises change every week, so you won't get the same, boring routine every time you come. Here, class size is also small. Also, as a beginner to Pilates, I didn't find anything too confusing and was able to push my body without feeling too out of place. The instructor will correct you if needed, of course.Prices are reasonable even without a Groupon. I would have enrolled if I didn't move out of state for my career. I've taken dance and fitness courses at another studio and quit because they raised prices too much for my taste. The prices at Central Studio are even lower than the prices at the studio I went to when I first started taking classes there! A++ More...

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I visited Central Studio for a Thai Massage and it was excellent! It was my first time receiving this type of massage, and I am so happy that I went. I received the massage from the owner, Mary Ellen and she was so nice! I will definitely be returning again for this, as well as some of Central Studio's other classes. If you're in the market for great massage therapy or a class, I highly recommend checking this place out! Aesthetically, it is also a very pleasing studio! More...

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I bought a Groupon with very little expectation and ended up using all my sessions. I tried Zumba, Sexy Fitness, Flexibility/Body Conditioning, and Hip Hop. The owner Arica taught most of the classes I took. She was amazing, outgoing and super clear with her instructions (and boy can she move on that floor)! The classes always started on time; sign-up and scheduling/checking in was easy and organized; other students are friendly. There are resident dancers participating in a lot of the classes but no need to feel threatened or embarrassed just because your body doesn't twist and turn the same graceful ways. I always got a fantastic workout at end of all my hourly sessions. I can't recommend this studio enough. I will be back for more Zumba classes and maybe eventually will up my nerves for the Tango classes that I've been wanting to take. More...

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Beautiful studio! Lovely instructors!

Reviewed on Facebook

If you're looking for a one stop shop in St. Louis for Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Gyrotonic, Zumba, Cardio Barre, Massage Therapy, and just about anything else that moves your body in a fun way then look no further, this place is as good as it gets! The owner, Mary Ellen, is not only an ex-professional ballerina and movement expert par excellence, but she is the salt of the earth and as keen an observer of what's going on inside your head as outside in your body-expect much more than a great workout, Central Studio, and especially Mary Ellen, will work on you from the inside out in ways you can't imagine:) More...

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If you're looking for a one stop shop in St. Louis for Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Gyrotonic, Zumba, Cardio Barre, Massage Therapy, and just about anything else that moves your body in a fun way then look no further, this place is as good as it gets! The owner, Mary Ellen, is not only an ex-professional ballerina and movement expert par excellence, but she is the salt of the earth and as keen an observer of what's going on inside your head as outside in your body-expect much more than a great workout, this place, and especially Mary Ellen, will work on you from the inside out in ways you can't imagine:) More...

Reviewed on Yelp

This is an awesome dance/pilates studio with great instructors. They really work with you, they're flexible and affordable compared to most dance studios, and they offer a wide variety of classes for adults and kids - zumba, jazz, tap, ballet, pilates, contemporary, and even a stretching class - among others. You can buy a punch card to take any class you want without committing to a schedule, which is great when your life is unpredictable. The instructors honestly care about creating a good class experience, and helping each person individually. And the energy there is amazing! Everyone is super friendly and sweet and happy to see you when you walk through the door.I have observed one of the teachers with her group of children and she always does a great job teaching, but she also sometimes sits them down and talks to them about the importance of dedication and doing proper technique. This is not just some money-making studio out to churn out performances and competitions. This is a real studio with a goal of really sharing a love of dance. Adult classes are welcoming and no-pressure. You go at your own pace and ability level. I've taken lots of adult dance classes and I know when a teacher knows her stuff or not. These teachers pay attention, make gentle corrections, and foster a positive experience for all ages, all levels. They're very approachable. If you have a concern or something you want to work on specifically, they will work with you to help you get what you want out of the class. They have guest artists come in sometimes for master classes, and they really promote the other area dance companies; they're truly a dedicated part of the St. Louis dance community. The studio space is small-ish, but bigger than it looks from the street, always clean and nicely organized. They have water and snacks available, a lovely changing room with towels and lockers, and a little comfy waiting area with a library of books on dancing. I've never taken pilates there, but the instructor seems very competent. Parking is usually street parking, and there's a lot behind it, around the corner. I started going there with a groupon and as soon as I can set out some time I'm going to start going back again for more classes. More...

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Central Studio is a picturesque dance and fitness studio near Forest Park that is filled with quality teachers who are kind, good, solid people. I am a fitness fanatic and have taken classes all over St. Louis county and city. I recommend this studio to any of my friends. The people are real. The studio is inviting and serene, and inspiring in its layout. And I love that my teenager can take a hip hop class while I do pilates at the same time! More...

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Fell madly in LOVE at first sight with this sacred space! Beautiful, welcoming, nurturing....... just LOVELY!

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