Joyland Live Music Venue

I went for the advertised “Ultra Beginner” line dance lessons on Weds 6:30-8:30, but was disappointed. The dance floor was packed, and most people there had been there previously already knew how to line dance. I went with a group of 6 friends to learn beginner steps songs; but, it was so crowded nearly impossible to see the instructor and her feet for demonstration. I envisioned the dance floor bigger, thinking it may be similar to their previous location. Other than the first 2 songs, the instructor kept doing advanced steps songs the majority of the group already knew, but said next Weds would be more beginner instruction, and Thursdays for the more advanced dancers. This was suppose to be an Ulta Beginner class we attended, as per the website, which didn’t reflect the change in schedule she indicated. For me to drive more than an hour and a half round trip, only to learn Beginner instruction would be “more” next week instead, was disheartening. We were all frustrated ended up sitting out a lot, while she did familiar, more advanced steps with the group. She tried, but catered more to the experienced dancers, which no doubt was more fun for her. Learning only 3 songs, one was more advanced the instructor stated, was not what we expected for a $10, 2-hour Ulta Beginner class. It was fun while we were able to do it, though. The food was alright, but limited to a selection of pizza, wings, philly cheesesteak sub. Drinks were decent. I’ll try line dancing with Val at Big Top Brewers on Lakewood Ranch Blvd next week for free, since we want to learn beginner steps and songs and hopefully have even more fun!

Not into country music but I had a great time. They don't just play country music either. Great atmosphere and great people.

Great dance floor and crowd, quick getting drinks. Great music and sometimes live bands.

They welcome everyone with open arms here. Love the overall atmosphere. Great place to learn line dancing.

Don’t even bother coming here if you’re under 21. They make you pay $35, take your ID, and even if you aren’t drinking they watch you like a hawk when you’re just trying to have a good time, makes it super uncomfortable and unenjoyable. Takes their babysitting job way too seriously and lets no one have a good time even if they’re just dancing (NOT drinking). DONT COME HERE.