TheLocal Eye
The kids are super supportive of each other. Great energy.
What reviewers say about Velocity Dance Center
Customers generally praise the welcoming, supportive atmosphere, accessible instruction, value for money, and connection to Seattle’s dance community. Most reviews are positive, with five of seven rating the center 5 stars.
What does Velocity Dance Center do?
Velocity Dance Center is a Seattle-based contemporary dance center offering adult classes, supporting local artists, and hosting international summer festivals.
What are the most common complaints about Velocity Dance Center?
The most common complaints concern instruction that did not match one reviewer’s learning style, as well as an old building with poor sound control, loud late-night music, and crowded classes. Only two of the seven reviews express these concerns, so they are not broadly reported.
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Yolanda Godinez
Zolaire
If you have even a passing interest in dance, I highly recommend taking advantage of any of the 6-week "intro to dance" classes offered here. Very positive and accessible learning environment to dancers of all skill levels. Their website has more info about what's currently offered. At $15/class it is an amazing value for top-tier instruction and socializing.
Nick Godfrey
Their building is very old and lacks sound quality and control. Music is so loud you can hear it from Cal Anderson park, and near by apartments. They play music until 4am on weekends which is a huge drag if you work on weekends. It just proves how selfish people can be as well as disrespectful. And it's less a dance school and more of a club
Steve Dashiak
I took intro to dance : hip hop with Michael O' Neal Jr. Or, to be more specific, 40 minutes of it - enough to realize I don't learn the way he teaches. I want to caveat this that I don't consider myself as being able to dance, and I don't have any "default moves". I described my dancing experience as "barely moving to music - sometimes to the beat." When prompted, I just try to copy people around me for a few minutes at a time and then stop dancing. I don't even know how to process the phrase "Just dance what's inside you" or "just express yourself". I just don't get that idea. I feel like I'm playing a videogame and don't know the moves. I'm not just going to mash buttons. If I'm paying you to show me moves, I'd expect that you'd show me moves before you ask me to play.
After packing into the room like sardines and having us introduce ourselves, he zoomed past what he would consider warm up moves and then got us in a bunch of lines and asked us to improv across the room. Just do what you feel, or something to that effect. BRO I DONT KNOW HOW TO IMPROV THAT'S WHY I HIRED YOU. Why would you give me the test before giving me the material I needed to take the test? I could tell at that point any continued time at Velocity would be counterproductive, and I walked out - never to return.
I was probably the one with about the least dance experience in the room, and to me the class felt like he was teaching dance to people that already knew how to dance. I don't know how he could expect this from actual beginners. I now have to contemplate that it may be impossible to learn how to dance well - maybe it's just something I can't do - because this place didn't even come close to helping.
Samuel Picart
As a working artist, this is a place I'll always go back to and associate with the Seattle dance community.
MastyrSatyr
This is a great dance studio. I was only there for an audition but the folks in charge really worked quickly and effectively to accommodate everyone get through fast.
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Velocity is Seattle’s center dedicated to contemporary dance, and provides classes for adults, support to local artists, and international summer festivals.
Velocity Dance Center: Seattle's Premier Destination for Contemporary Dance
Velocity Dance Center is a premier dance center located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. The center is dedicated to contemporary dance and provides classes for adults, support to local artists, and international summer festivals. Velocity has been a hub for contemporary dance in Seattle since its inception in 1996.
The center offers a wide range of classes that cater to dancers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, Velocity has something for everyone. The classes are taught by some of the best instructors in the industry who have years of experience and expertise.
One of the unique features of Velocity is its commitment to supporting local artists. The center provides resources and opportunities for emerging artists to showcase their work and develop their skills. This support includes access to rehearsal space, performance opportunities, mentorship programs, and more.
In addition to supporting local artists, Velocity also hosts international summer festivals that attract dancers from all over the world. These festivals provide an opportunity for dancers to learn from renowned choreographers and perform on stage with other talented dancers.
Velocity's commitment to excellence has earned it a reputation as one of the best contemporary dance centers in the country. Its state-of-the-art facilities include three studios equipped with sprung floors, mirrors, sound systems, and more.
The center also offers rental space for rehearsals or events such as weddings or corporate events. With its prime location in downtown Seattle near public transportation options like buses or light rail stations makes it easy accessible from anywhere around town.
Whether you are looking to take your dancing skills up a notch or simply want to enjoy watching some amazing performances by talented dancers - Velocity Dance Center is definitely worth checking out!
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