The Rhody Center

I have taken belly dance lessons at a few places with different instructors, the room are small and the instructors expect you to figure out the moves as they teach you a dance. Not here! The room is large with enough mirrors for everyone to see themselves, Lola is awesome! She took the time to watch all of us individually and critique and help us get the moves right! The atmosphere is fun and easy going...no pressure! Will be continuing with my lessons at this wonderful place with my amazing new friends!!!!!

I tried the beginners belly dancing class and really enjoyed it! The studio is warm and welcoming and the teacher made the class fun.

The best place to learn how to dance or play an instrument.

Attended the Uke jam for the first time last night.  There were 6 of us all together and they were very welcoming.  I was able to share some songs and they shared what they had been working on.  The time flew by.  Great fun!  Hope to become a regular.

I had a private drum lesson with Sidy yesterday ....it was great....not only is he a great drummer...he is a wonderful teacher

I have been doing PiYo DVDs on and off over the lasts couple of years and have wanted to find a live class locally.  Last Saturday I took my first PiYo class, live, with Renee, at The Rhody Center and truly loved it.   It was definitely a challenging class and my muscles are  certainly  feeling it today.  Job well done Renee.  Renee also took the time to explain the moves with modifications, if necessary.  What a difference in taking a live class compared to doing DVDs at home.  In  a live class setting, I tend to push myself a little harder than at home.    

I have a few friends who have been doing PiYo at home and are hoping they will join me in taking this class very soon.  I can't wait to come back.  

I had never heard of the Rhody Center until finding it online last week. The Rhode Center website is easy to navigate and makes it easy to register for classes online.  I was surprised at the  variety of all the classes offered, from tap, to belly dancing, to Zumba, etc.  I hope to try a few in the near future.  I live in nearby Massachusetts, so Pawtucket is a very convenient location for me.

Last Thursday, Feb 2, I found a new source of smiles - Uke Jam.
Julie and Uke Jam regulars, thanks so much for letting me feel welcome. Music always lifts my spirit and feeds my soul, especially when I can participate with others that understand and appreciate its magic!

last night I tried the Hip hop for beginners class. Parking was easy. I have never been to the Rhody center before but there were signs that made the class easy to find. While we were waiting for the class to begin Julie, the Director, Came out to introduce herself. She was so friendly and made the paper work process easy. She also broke the ice so it was easy to meet the other students. The class was taught by Billie Perez. He's adorable and has a great energy. I have never taken a hip hop class before and I had a great time. The choreography was easy but still trendy. Billy clearly loves dance and it shows. He made the routine easy to learn and so much fun. I'm definitely signing up for the session. Cant Wait!

Tap Class II has been a joy. Our instructor Kevin is great and it is a non-judgment zone an believe me I could be judged. LOL. I'm signing up again.

The level 1 ukelele class with Julie is so much fun.  I enjoy learning new songs, chords, finger picking and strumming patterns, as well as getting to sing a little bit too each week.  This class brings me peace of mind and I look forward to attending each week.