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August 2024 by Michelle S.
S1L Studio is literally my second home. I absolutely look forward to my weekly classes and I've been going here for the last 6 months. If only I went sooner! If you're new to dancing or love dancing but want to brush up on your choreography retention skills, this is a great studio to start off at in Orange County. They offer beginner choreography, intermediate choreography, heels, kpop, reggerton, cardio dance classes, and so much more!
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September 2023 by David S.
Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun place to dance & make friends. I've had the pleasure of taking & teaching here for 3 years at S1L. We encourage everyone to come take dance no matter your experience level. They have lovely classes, guest choreographers and a great line of merchandise if you need clothes to dance in.
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August 2023 by Neen M.
Love the energy and atmosphere of this studio. I've only taken from David here and he is always so uplifting, fun, and motivating. Very great teacher for heels or choreography. You'll learn a lot, have fun, and learn FIRE choreography!! The only downside to this studio is that it fills up quickly and the max is small so if you don't book in advance you don't get to take on a regular basis. Unless you have and know a consistent schedule you will need to plan in advance and register for class well in advance because classes get booked/full fast. Other than that, highly recommend coming here.
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June 2023 by jelica b.
this studio is amazing! I have zero dance experience and was very nervous attending my first class but everyone from the staff, the students, and the instructors have been nothing but encouraging and welcoming. It's a judgement free zone and people always high five and cheer each other on and after attending multiple times now I've gotten more comfortable dancing and really look forward to coming here. They also post videos of the class via a Dropbox link on their Instagram stories at the end of the day to rewatch and practice at home again. The owner, Shirly, also designs and sells merch with unique drops each season and I've seen people in the studio wear different merch designs they've collected over time so the sense of community is strong. My favorite classes have been the beginner choreography classes with Robin on Mondays and hip hop classes with Ashley on Tuesdays.
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February 2023 by Chieko K.
BEGINNGER FRIENDLY dance studio! I was so scared about coming to a dance class because I've essentially only done it once and when I went I felt extremely intimidated because seemed to know so much and were definitely not beginners. However! Not at S1! What I LOVE about this place is the atmosphere Shirley (the owner) has created. I felt so welcomed and there were definitely other beginners with me. That didn't matter! No one was judgmental and people were cheering each other on. Yes there are bigger or more "famous" and "popular" dance studios that I've also tried in the area, but this one continues to be my favorite. The classes range from beginner to advanced and sometimes even master class. I take hip hop and Kpop here. But they also offer salsa, Latin, funk, heels, jazz, and Reggaeton I think. I've also heard that Shirley's dance cardio classes are famous for humbling your poor 9-5 lungs so get readyParking: free lot in front and backSeating: couches in lobby Wifi: noPayment: book on their website is best as classes get fullVibe: beginner and friendly dance studioDress code: comfy and moveable like workout clothes
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February 2023 by Allison T.
S1L Studio is like my second home at this point! I started going almost a year ago for K-Pop Cover classes and have since started taking their Choreo and Cardio classes as well. All the instructors are fantastic, and Shirly, the owner (she also teaches the Thursday Cardio class, Grooves, and Heels), is awesome and very engaged in all aspects of the studio. She takes most of the classes as well, so you know she's booking the best instructors (the instructor roster switches up occasionally but is always soliddd)!Community Vibe:The community itself is super welcoming! Before I started, I was probably most nervous about what the other students would be like, but everyone is really nice and it really is a "no judgment zone." Most people are there just to have fun and learn, and instructors are generally good about adjusting the length of choreo or teaching speed to the level of the class.Classes:The class variety is great--they have different styles of choreo, from jazz funk (Maria and David Slaney), to hip hop (Robin and Harlie), Heels, Contemporary (Lyrical/Modern/Ballet), and Cardio Dance classes, among others. The studio is great about bringing in guest instructors, too! If you're just starting out in dance, I highly recommend taking Robin Ching's Beginner Choreography class on Mondays! His choreography is always a vibe, and he's really good at breaking down movements for first time dancers. Thursday Cardio with Shirly and Saturday morning Reggaeton/Latin Cardio are perfect if you just want to dance nonstop for 50-ish minutes and get your workout in! These classes tend to fill up pretty quickly, so book early! You can book up to 2 weeks in advance. :) Facilities:The studio itself is clean and well ventilated (the roll up door is kept open during classes), there is a bathroom and separate changing room with shelves to keep bags, and the studio has marked spots on the floor to ensure everyone has a decent amount of space during class. Plus, classes are capped at around 30 people to ensure everyone can see and have enough space to dance. There's a ton of parking available, too!TLDR; S1L is awesome and I highly recommend it!
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December 2022 by Bee B.
This studio is such a gem!!!!Came here when they first opened. Then pandemic happened and did a few online classes. Recently went back for their classes again and wow! I miss taking classes in person so much. Love the vibe of the studio and instructors. So modern and fresh. Makes you feel young and energetic lol Literally took my friends back to do classes with me and now they want to go back!A good amount of classes to choose from no matter what your style is or if you want to try something diff. Instructors are great at breaking down moves. I don't think beginner is for beginners, because I had a hard time. Seemed like intermediate level. Still fun though.
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September 2022 by Caterina Z.
I had the best time at Ashley's beginning hip hop class! Ashley is an amazing teacher. I'm a novice dancer and usually feel nervous in dance classes. Ashley has of way of pushing you out of your comfort zone, breaking down moves so everyone gets it, and ensures everyone has a good time. The class is such a good vibe, I can't wait to return next week!
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September 2022 by Connie S.
Grew up as a dancer and haven't done it in over a decade but recently felt the urge to take it up again. Did some research for heels classes and found S1L. It has been so amazing being a part of their community! Love their instructors and the vibe. Every session is fun and I feel like I grow so much each time. Also love that they record at the end of each class so we can see how we did and make adjustments and improvements. I just wish they offered more classes!
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April 2022 by Eric Hung
Have gone back for multiple visits, very friendly in terms of the community and atmosphere in classes. Favorite class so far is Mitch's, would definitely recommend his class if you're a fan of hip hop and R&B!
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April 2022 by Eric H.
Shirley's cardio class had the best energy for an evening workout session, went home exhausted and fulfilled. Some of the classes are pretty packed so I have to remember to book ahead of times, but it's always worth it!
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March 2022 by Sherrill S.
My new happy place in OC! I loved the Kpop class I took recently and even though the BTS choreo was quite challenging, it was super fun and the atmosphere was encouraging. I've taken dance my whole childhood, but took a pause once I went to college and became a full on adult after that. In my 20s, I had always wanted to get back into dancing and thanks to S1L I am able to do that now. Even if you are a beginner and have never danced before, there are a ton of beginner friendly classes available on their website. The dance room itself is clean and modern and the staff members are super friendly. I am so excited to come back for more dance classes.
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February 2022 by Cathrine Ji
A very friendly environment to learn and to enjoy dance of many different styles. The people who frequent the studio are as great as the staff there, and the dance teachers are incredible artists, who are both passionate about the art of dance and dedicated teachers. I highly recommend you come and try out a class. I will bet that you will come back again.
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February 2022 by Ellie G.
Took an awesome class from Kaylin! She was a great teacher and we had a fun time. The studio is aesthetically lovely, with a big studio room and places to sit before class. Can't wait to return.
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August 2021 by Avril A.
I've been to many dance studios in the last decade or so, but S1L is the first studio I ever found myself feeling comfortable to dance in. Shirly, the owner, is always looking out for the students that take class and she brings the best instructors to her team! My favorite classes have been with David Slaney for his Wed night beginner heels or his Fri night choreo classes. The people who take class are friendly as well and make sure to cheer each other on, and the environment feels less intimidating than other studios I've been to in the area. I also appreciate that the studio takes covid seriously and you're required to wear a mask during all of class with marked spots on the dance floor to space ourselves. Make sure you get to class a few minutes early to snag a good spot and check out their IG for up to date postings from class! @s1lstudio
