Dance

Class Review: Int/Adv Silks @ Heliummm Aerial Dance

by Sharon Osborne - Classically trained dancer

I feel that people who seek a strong core and deep upper body toning would benefit from the physical demands of this class as well as enjoy the the beautiful artistry of the silk work. Instructor Heather Hammond met, challenged, and inspired each student at her individual skill level. The class atmosphere was filled with a concentrated energy that facilitated enthusiastic learning.

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Class Review: Silks @ Heliummm Aerial Dance

by Djuna Passman -Int/Adv modern Dancer. Advanced in Yoga and Pilates

Silks is far from being a traditional workout or exercise class, but it is definitely a class that will tone your whole body, especially the upper body and abs, while also providing some cardio. Heather’s class was one of the most unique, well-taught, and well constructed classes I have taken.

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Class Review: NYC Ballet Workout @ Sanctuary Pilates

by Keeley Walsh - Pilates Instructor, athlete, dancer

  Follow us on Twitter @fitengine Join our Facebook Fan Page NYC Ballet Workout @ Sanctuary Pilates Class Level: Open (Structured as a Pilates Mat class) Instructor: Taylor Gordon Class best suited for: Fitness enthusiast or dancer Class is best for: Core, hip, and glutes strengthening FE Reporter: Keeley Walsh What is this class about?: The [...]

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Body Ballet @ Center for Dance and Body

by Nicole Touzien - Advanced Dancer and Advanced Fitness level

This class is a great calorie-burner that strengthens and tones the major muscle groups utilized in a ballet class. For those who would like to work towards taking a beginning ballet class, I would recommend a few weeks to a month of Body Ballet classes first. This way strength and an understanding of some basic ballet exercises are already under your belt.

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Class Review: Absolute Beginner Course @ Joffrey Ballet School

by FitEngine

Follow us on Twitter @fitengine   Join our Facebook Fan Page   Absolute Beginner Ballet Course @ Joffrey Ballet School   Class Level: Absolute Beginner   Tuition & Fees: $420. Registration Fee $20, waived for students already registered at the school.   Date/Time: Monday and Wednesdays 8:30-10:00 p.m., Fridays 8:00-9:30 p.m., and Saturdays 5:00-6:30 p.m. October 17-November [...]

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Class review: Open BalletFit @ Covenant Ballet Theatre, Bklyn

by Sharon Osborne - Classically trained dancer

Covenant Ballet Theater’s Ballet Fit class is a unique hybrid of pilates, yoga, calisthenics and floor barre with an aim to build strength and mobility throughout the entire body. Our instructor, Helene Parker incorporates some basic yoga such as breath, child’s pose and downward dog with some pilates principle exercises like bridges, spinal extensions and sidekicks with an innovative gentle approach.

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Class review: Dhoonya Fit @ Dhoonya Dance Studio, NYC

by FitEngine

Follow us on Twitter @fitengine Join our Facebook Fan Page! DhoonyaDance Studio CLASS LEVEL: DHOONYA FIT (Adults) Class fees and specials: ($10 for new students or $30 for unlimited class for 1 week). Price for single class $20 5-Class $90 (use within 2 months) Date/Time: DhoonyaFit classes in NYC are offered Mondays 7-8pm, Wednesdays 7-8 and Saturdays at noon [...]

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Class review: Zumba @ Ballet Academy East, NYC

by Anna Hudgins - Dancer, instructor, performer

Follow us on Twitter @fitengine Join our Facebook Fan Page BALLET ACADEMY EAST CLASS LEVEL: OPEN LEVEL ZUMBA – Checkout video on right Class Fees: $17 single class. 5-class card $72.50 Date/Time: Click here and download schedule00 INSTRUCTOR: Stephanie Brooks FE Reporter: Anna Claire Hudgins CLASS BEST SUITED FOR: An individual looking for a fun basic class or someone who [...]

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Class review: Introduction to Ballet @ Ballet Academy East, NYC

by Djuna Passman -Int/Adv modern Dancer. Advanced in Yoga and Pilates

Follow us on Twitter @fitengine Join our Facebook Fan Page BALLET ACADEMY EAST CLASS LEVEL: INTRODUCTION TO BALLET Class Fees: $17 per class. 10-card $160. Date/Time: Click here and download schedule INSTRUCTOR: Florentina Bradisteanu FE Reporter: Djuna Passman  CLASS BEST SUITED FOR: This class is best for absolute beginners who prefer less touchy-feely instruction and are more successful with learning styles [...]

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Class review: Barre a Terre @ Peridance, NYC

by Keeley Walsh - Pilates Instructor, athlete, dancer

Follow us on Twitter @fitengine Join our Facebook Fan Page Peridance Capezio Center CLASS LEVEL: OPEN LEVEL BARRE A TERRE Class Fees: $17 single class. 5-class card $72.50 Date/Time: Fridays 10-11:30am and  Sunday's 4:30-6:00 INSTRUCTOR: Anabella Lenzu FE Reporter: Keeley Walsh CLASS BEST SUITED FOR: Dancers and intermediate level fitness enthusiasts CLASS BEST TAKEN FOR: Toning and deep stretching [...]

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