Lisa rocks! Whether its dance or confidence coaching, Lisa is amazing and helps me feel permission to be my true self by bringing her awesome, genuine self to the process. Plus, everything she offers is guaranteed to be fun and playful

Started at the studio a couple months ago and it has brought a whole new energy to my life! My week is not the same if I don’t take the cardio hip hop class with Lisa on Tuesday morning’s. It is so much fun. The atmosphere and people are wonderful at the studio. I look forward to trying more and more classes there!

On Saturday, October 18, 2019 I brought a group of 9 girls to the studio for a Hip Hop Dance class as part of a Bachelorette Weekend! We had the most amazing time, everyone had a blast, worked up a sweat, and danced their butts off! The instructor, Lisa was so kind, helpful, and fun! I would recommend this studio to anyone looking to have a blast and work up a great sweat! Go check it out!

Lisas hip hop cardio video is fantastic! such a great mix of moves and music. and now that Im taking classes at home my dogs are joining in with me!! Love it thank you so much

Studio Zahiya is an accepting and supportive environment. People of all ages and backgrounds come together to move and learn together.Lisas humor and professionalism makes everyone feel welcome and beautiful. Students are supportive as well.Lisa brings others into the studio to teach a well. All are talented and professional.The space is very pretty too.

I love hip hop fitness. It takes me out of my comfort zone. Every. Single. Time! I get a great workout while moving my body in new and different ways. Studio Zahiya is very welcoming and I always feel comfortable regardless of my ability. I highly recommend it.

I take Cardio Hip Hop every week with Marissa Hilley and it makes me smile and feel fun, flexible, and strong! Marissa is a great teacher. Highly recommend this studio!

I cannot recommend this studio enough. Lisas classes are about so so much more than dance. I leave each class feeling empowered, recharged, renewed, and most of all SO glad I showed up to shake it! Thank you for providing such a welcoming, fun space for all of us to enjoy!

I have been taking classes since February and the studio has been an awesome source of positivity and companionship. I have gained a lot of confidence, tried various dance styles I had not experienced before, and met some wonderful men and women who share a passion for dancing. Thank you for making dance exciting and accessible!

Ive been taking classes on and off at Studio Zahiya for years, and I love the variety of disciplines they offer, the positive energy from every instructor, and a focus on fun and body positivity! movement for the love of movement and the love of the moment.

I love the tap classes at Studio Zahiya! Amanda is an AMAZING tapper but, more importantly, an amazing teacher as well. She meets every student at their level and ensures a great experience.The pricing is right for classes as well and electronic registrations and sign-in make things easy. And the variety of classes offered is good.I also like that you can just pay for a drop in class if desired and not feel behind since its geared to be stand alone classes while still building your skills week to week. Its great dancing with other adults and not trying to fit into a class of teens to get the skill level needed.Wish I could dance here even more often.Try it - youll love it too!

I freaking love this place. On the wall is a sign of studio rules, and #1 is to only say and think positive things about your body. I always am in class with every womens body shape under the sun and it feels GREAT. As a woman of size, this is a place I can go to shake it and actually feel empowered instead of cowered.

Ive taken both hip hop & modern dance classes at Studio Zahiya and cant say enough good things about my experiences. The space and location are amazing and the teachers are knowledgeable and kind. I especially love how tidbits regarding dance history and theory are occasionally woven into class. As a life long dancer-wannabe, I appreciate the comprehensive breakdowns and explanations when I need them. Im thrilled to have found a studio where I can be comfortable in pursuing my dream of dance. Its always a highlight of my week, and I cant wait for class on Monday!

I’ve been to Hip Hop Fitness with Marissa Mondays at 6p quite a few times and it has not only been a great workout every time, but Marissa has a way of teaching that makes you thoroughly enjoy every step of the class, even if you’re not doing the exact moves she’s doing. She brings out the best in her students and the energy is infectious. I am always able to carry that positivity and fun into the rest of my night and the next day. Reasonable prices, friendly staff, non-judgmental students. Studio Zahiya really is the full package! I’d recommend it to anyone.

Studio Zahiya is an excellent place to learn some smooth moves while at the same time learning to appreciate the way our bodies move and look. There is a rare sense of community that allows everyone to break out of their shell to simply enjoy dancing. I am having so much fun going a variety of classes at this studio and encourage everyone to try it out.

Great classes, teachers , and positive overall environment. The studios are beautiful and its a very convenient location.

I recently took the Bellydance Drills Class with Tierney (Wednesday at 6pm). It was excellent! Its always great to drill the fundamentals of bellydance. Good for all levels!

I LOVE THE HIP HOP DANCE CLASS! Its so much fun, a workout that doesnt feel like punishment. Lisa is amazing, fostering body positivity for people of all shapes and sizes. Im going to this class forever.

Studio Zahiya gives me life!!! I am so happy to be dancing again in adulthood as I haven’t taken classes since I was a kid. It is super fun, liberating, and a great workout. So far, I’ve mostly attendeed the hip hop classes. All the dance instructors are awesome! Definitely recommend this studio!

I really enjoy the hip hop classes, teacher Marissa is awesome and everyone seems to be having a blast. Studio is small, bit always space to move completely. I look forward to taking more types of classes. If you love to dance but arent a trained dancer, this is a fantastic class to start with.

Ive taken hip hop with Lisa and power of expression with Gina. The environment both times have been so supportive and fun, theres almost no room to be nervous. I LOVE to dance, and this studio makes me feel empowered and free in my body. A huge thanks to both instructors ❤

Watching Lisa embrace her power made me want to embrace mine. And it was just so much fun!

Studio Zahiya is a welcoming space for people of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds to come together and move. I love Hip Hop Fitness and the creativity and spirit Lisa brings to every class. Leave your inhibitions behind and come dance!

Lisa is an incredible and inspiring dancer. Ive been taking classes at Studio Zahiya for about 2 years, and it has honestly changed my life. Belly dance has helped me with body confidence, flexibility and stress relief and Im so thankful to have such talented teachers as Lisa and my amazing troupe leader, Charlotte.

Lisa is a fun and motivating teacher and the music selection is the best.

Go to Saturday morning or Monday evening Hip Hop! These are the only classes I have taken so far since I am pretty new to Studio Zahiya, but I love it and drive from South Asheville to attend because I love it so much! The other classes sound like a blast, and there is a wide variety of offerings, and I am sure to try more in the future!

I love this studio! Its at a great location at the corner of N Lexington and Woodfin. They offer a nice variety of classes and the instructors are always so upbeat and positive. I feel great after each class and keep coming back!

Ive never in my life taken a dance class and I just turned 50. I was so intimidated to walk in there but Hip Hop Fitness at Studio Zahiya is so much fun! Ive just started and I cant always keep up with all of the moves but I never feel judged or out of place. Im learning, Im moving and I LOVE it!

Studio Zahiya is a great dance studio! I especially love going to hip hop fitness. Lisa is an inspiring woman and teacher.

The first class I attended was a beginners class taught by Sparrow. I loved it because it was a new experience and very fun. I love everyones enthusiasm around the studio and I love being able to improve myself along with having fun with each class. Thank you Lisa and everyone else, whether you are a teacher or student.

Studio Zahiya is a great dance studio in downtown Asheville. I appreciate the 4 week series classes! love the drop in classes and other fun classes they offer! The prices are very affordable!

Absolutely LOVE the welcoming, inclusive nature of this studio. All of the instructors are so fun and so caring. Wouldnt think of going anywhere else!

Studio Zahiya is amazing! I love the classes and Lisa is an incredible teacher. Each class leaves me feeling embodied, sexy, and alive!

I love the classes. They boost my spirits!Lisa and Marissa are simply Terriffic!Dancing is like breathing for me.I derive enjoyment in participating with the young women in the classes.Its allot of fun!Thank you very much!You have no idea how much value I get out of the classes!As long is my health is well I will continue with the dance classes.I will recommend the Dance Studio to everyone I know.Take care..I will see you soon!LOU Jaffe

I bought 6 classes for my 6 year old granddaughter for Xmas. She has loved the classes and now wants to continue on. I highly recommend Studio Zahiya!Linda McFarling

Great Online Bhangra class, thanks Lisa.

Great studio--instructors know their stuff and create a fun, welcoming environment to get your groove on while getting in shape. So much fun!

I tried a choreography class here, which was fantastic- the instructor was friendly but very good at making sure everyone knew what was going on. The hip hop fitness classes are great, and have become as regular part of my week.

I’m in love. Taking a bellydance class has been on my bucket list for forever, and my husband me gave the Level 1 series as a birthday gift — best present ever!! I’ve been thrilled to find Lisa wonderfully approachable, funny, and generous in her teaching. She clearly loves her students, and offers tremendous acceptance and encouragement for evey body. Class is awesome, the instructional videos available to students are terrific, I think I just found my new Thing.

The hip hop dance classes on Tue and Thur mornings are so much fun, and a great workout. Highly recommend.

This space is powerful! The more I move the more I love my body! It is transformative.

These classes are such a great mix of entertaining, sweaty, and awesome! This is THE place to dance in town. :)

Zumba with Arturo is the best!!! So much fun :)

Such a fun place! Have attended several classes and they are easy going and a good judgement free zone!

Love the energy at this studio! Their hip hop class is so much fun & a great workout

I love Rebecca OQuinns Modern class as well as Alan Malpass Hip-Hop Fitness class! The way they teach in the space works really well. Its a tough space to work in, but they make it not seem that way. I would give them 5 stars as teachers.Just updating my review during the pandemic. I would not recommend this place. I was scammed when I signed up for the online classes. My first problem was that I was only able to sign up for a series and not just one class (not a scam, just annoying). I was hesitant, but ended up signing up for a series. I wanted to support a local studio, so this seemed acceptable to me. My second problem (the scam) ended up being a series of problems: The first class of the series was cancelled. The second, a link was never sent to me. The third class, a link was sent to me 15 minutes after the class had started. The fourth class, the link was sent to me after the class was over... I reached out by email (two different addresses), by phone, and by chat on the website. It took more than a day to get any response. I consider myself a very patient person. I gave Lisa a month to get the problem fixed, but she eventually stopped responding to me. She said she would refund me, but never did. Luckily, my bank was able to process a dispute, but the fact that I had to spend the time to get them to do that really frustrates me. Never again will I trust this studio. Beware.

My whole family has taken dance class at Lisa Zahiya’s studio in downtown asheville. I have watched my twelve year old daughter develop selfConfidence and a deeper sense of rhythm and skill through hip hop classes with Lisa. My wife and I love taking her classes as well. She is an engaging and fun teacher to all levels. A must do in Asheville for a drop in class or ongoing. I also deeply appreciate Lisa’s commitment to the community through all that she offers. What a gem!

A lovely and welcoming studio. Kate is a great instructor.

Best dance studio in Asheville!

I have taken classes from this studio on and off for 4 years. Their workshops and series classes are always great, the teachers are friendly and approachable, and the prices seem reasonable.

So much fun!! absolutely love studio zahiya!

Lovely space, great teachers, and a welcoming community of dancers.