DanceBody

I LOVE DanceBody. I’ve been streaming for a while but got the chance to take a class with Courtney in person. Their method elicits the feeling of true dance while also being welcoming for all experiences. The vibe is positive and upbeat. Big fan! :)

The choreography is never boring or awkward when you make the transition between movements. You do not need a dance background to benefit from Dancebody, which is truly "highly effective" as Katia Pryce says. Katia and Courtnay are inspiring without relying on words. They pay meticulous attention to detail while sharing their fun side and light spirit. They are a great example of why AI can never take their place! It's not just about their exercises and movements but also their personality, which is critical to motivate someone like me. When I take their classes in-person or virtually, I can feel their dedication and love of dance and fitness. I can see their expertise and precision without making it too difficult to follow. I get bored with routine exercise sets especially if they repeat, if I sense the teacher is just going through the motion, disengaged / not present, or distracting in some way. Or if they talk too much which can be distracting. Never at Dancebody. I just exercised for 90 minutes without stopping (except when the class stopped between songs) to Dancebody's 9:30am streamteam appreciation class this morning. I never lost interest and never lost a step at any point. I loved Katia teaching the "Signature" version on one side and Courtnay showing the "Full-Out" more advanced version on the other side! Most importantly, I even had a smile on my face towards the end of the cardio section (which was about 50-minutes in before their sculpt session for the remainder of class). I think it was because their movements were delightful and their music always fun and in alignment with the movements. I never thought it was possible to smile during any cardio exercises until I discovered Dancebody in 2019. I tried other celebrity fitness trainers' classes virtually and in person (think Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kelly Ripa). Dancebody is better than all of them because I am still with them 3 years on whereas the others were fun but not effective or fun enough for me to stick with it. I found the others too repetitive in their choreography and more costly than DanceBody, which is more effective for my body and mind. I am very grateful to Katia, Courtnay, Yvette (who left Dancebody but will always have a special place in my heart) and EVERYONE at DB because it's truly a team effort. From hiring only teachers who meet Katia's and Courtnay's standards for dance and fitness to the always innovative streaming platform, their customer service online and in person. Thank you ladies for being inspiring and helping me smile through your challenging workouts, which leave me with a sense of calmness, well being, better sleep, and a toned and healthy body.

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Visiting nyc and found them on the MINDBODY app. Was next to my hotel and I wanted to break a sweat before a big brunch - this was awesome ! I had Ally Faye (I think that was her name) and she was great at being welcoming and encouraging. It's pretty intense full body so be prepared !! Will be back when in town!

Dancebody Live online has made working out accessible and enjoyable. The choreography encompasses many of the same exercises my physical therapist has prescribed to me for strength and stability. The trainers appear to be well trained in kinesiology and exercise science. They execute the weight lifting, toning, and dance moves with safety and injury prevention in mind. The scope and sequence of the on demand classes and live classes are top notch. I truly look forward to each class because of the upbeat personalities of the trainers and motivating music. Contemporary music as well as nostalgic favorites are offered on a regular basis. I appreciate the fact that the choreography is complex and ever changing. This challenges my mind as well as various muscle groups. I recently read that learning new choreography on a regular basis can prevent dementia. Pattern recognition, movement, and music stimulate the brain. HIIT Dance is also offered as well. Studies show that HIIT and weight training balance the hormones, strengthen bones, and build muscle as we age. At 51, I am interested in activities that promote longevity, mobility, strength, and stress reduction. Dance Body offers this to me at a reasonable price. Dance is the only physical activity that has motivated me to stay fit. Jazzercise in the 90's and now Dancebody!

DanceBody has a few classes, From signature to more advanced classes, some include floor (barre Like/ light weights) others are dance only. A new choreography is given each month, and everyone learned it, so if you are new to dance, or don't pick up choreography straight away, go on the first week of the month. Why am I giving only 3 stars? Well If you are teaching choreography, and also want to get a workout, that is ok. But in my opinion as someone who is a seasoned dancer, you must also be teaching form and technique. The three classes I took here I was not corrected once, the weights are I believe at most 8 pounds, and some women are stronger then that. And I feel the instructors should teach, not dance. So it was entertaining enough for two classes but by the third, I felt bored and it was not a challenge. Want to dance and do cardio? Body by Simone, 305, Z club, and sometimes AKT. Want to learn technique? Alvin Ailey and Broadway Dance Center are your best bets.

Dancebody is hands down the BEST and MOST FUN workout for dancers and "non-dancers" alike! Learning a series of hot new dances over the course of 3 months will have you unleashing your inner Beyoncé AND getting an amazing workout that doesn't feel like work. Dancebody keeps surviving and thriving wherever it can during the pandemic--online streaming at DBLive, on rooftops, in parks, and private sessions in studio. To top it all off, this company is run by the sweetest and fiercest women in New York City. They need your support, and they will also support you as you grow into this program. They have built an incredible community. If any of this sounds good to you, then come dance with us!

I am in Los Angeles. Took a class with Katia when she came visited LA and LOVE it!!! I now subscribe their classes annually on line. Their dance and sculpt classes are the best. I have taken cardio dance, Latin dance and Bollypop for years, and I love Dancebody classes the most. Their dance is most energetic and fun . If you want to have hard, fun and working dance classes, you sure don't want to miss Dancebody!

I really miss Dancebody and can't wait for them to return to NYC full-time! This is a great workout for people who enjoy dancing and it doesn't matter if you're a great dancer. They have classes for all levels. For beginners, signature 101 and sculpt are ideal where they repeat most movements a number of times so it's easy to follow. The workouts are super fun but also make you sweat. Since the studios shutdown for the pandemic, I've been taking some of their online streamteam classes. Of course, that experience is not the same as in person classes but I guess something is better than nothing.

Best Dance body class ever! The greatest dance Choreography to sculpt the body and instructor Katia is wonderful. I enjoyed the workout and it was a good cardio. I would recommend to everyone to check out the greatest dance class in New York City! - Esin (Sew Elegant NY)

This review is for the Online Dancebody option offered because I live out of the NY area. I was super excited to try but the web version just fails in most respects. First, I was cool with paying ~$15.00 for 2 weeks of trial because I was really into the idea but there should really be some kind of a 'free trial' offer as well, even if it's just for a few days. Then, the website itself is pretty confusing and I'm very tech savvy...it just could be laid out better, there are a lot of circular types of links but after some, but not a lot, of time, I could see what was going on with the classes. For instance, it's a bit difficult to tell what instruction videos follow through to the actual dance classes. I loved the dancing and I'm not a dancer and I'm totally fine with jumping around in the wrong direction even if I'm not dancing the actual dance. However, the videos are tough to follow because there is no cuing whatsoever and the WORST WORST part is that the classes are shot from BEHIND the class which is so annoying. I kind of get it for the full dance classes, but even the classes with just the instructors are shot from BEHIND. It would be better if even with *just* the instructor classes (excluding the large classes because I'm assuming not everyone wants to be on video) someone just literally put their phone in the front of the class and pressed record so we could get a front view. The classes themselves looked supercool if you were in them, high energy and fun but this online version is a great idea with very poor execution. I guess I'm fine with that though because the price to watch people dance from behind is pretty high after the first two trial weeks so I'm ok with not liking it and saving my money for something more useful.

I love this class. I live in Singapore and struggle finding a very energetic and positive class.. Thank you very much for the Live feature online....

If you want to feel like you're on a dance troupe and take your dancing seriously, this is for you. The website doesn't do the greatest job of describing what this place is about. 4/6 class types are FULLY choreographed from warm up to cool down, and you have three month cycles to master it. You and all your dance squad members will probably need to attend this class regularly if you expect to keep up. Attending twice a week and still can't remember an hours worth of choreography? No worries, they gladly offer private sessions to help you keep up with the rest of your classmates, ladies. It was a pretty cult-y experience, but I'm sure the business benefits from having very loyal followers. There's definitely a following for this but, all in all, wasn't for me. I prefer a little more fun and relaxed dance cardio class. Sticking to 305 fitness, great, fun cardio/ toning workout that you can pop in and out of without fear of falling behind. I also personally like a little more twerk and free style in my life. Pros: - Good workout - mix of toning and cardio - Once you've mastered the choreo, you can live out you backup dancer dreams with all your fellow followers and even break out into synchronized dance in other places Cons: - Requires regular attendance to learn the full performance. Not easy to drop in and out as your schedule permits. Pro or Con (depends on person): - On the culty-er side - More serious dance environment compared to other dance cardio studios

If you aren't a dancer, do not take this class. It's super hard to follow along, and you can't hear the instructor over the music because they don't have microphones. If you're not a dancer, you will feel awkward. They record the classes and some girls in the class set up their phones to record themselves, thus getting you. It made me super self conscious. I would not return.

The staff at the TriBeCa location are a little hostile and not at all costumer or community oriented. It's nice that they have one shower but I will be going to a different location most definitely.

BEST CLASS EVER, PERIOD. This review is for the the Sculpt classes. Let me start off to say that I have taken almost 500 classes via classpass and through other studios all over the country, and I have to say that the sculpt class taught by Katia was amazing. Plus: instructor's enthusiasm, overall energy, music, moves, and structure of the class was all cohesive and layed out very well. I was looking for a sculpting class that would build lean muscles instead of bulk me up and this class definitely did it's job. There was constant movement, so you also got a decent cardio burn as well during the class. Cons: Space. At times, it felt so hot in the room, so not sure if they had their aircon on. But hey that allowed me to sweat all my impurities out. As with all classes via classpass, I measure my overall satisfaction based on 2 things--did I walk out of the class or would i purchase a class (gasp now, outside of the classpass membership). For this studio and especially this sculpt class I would definitely purchase classes outside of class pass. Good job Katia, keep up the good work!

Dancebody has the best choreography of any dance cardio studio I've been to - it's intricate and very dancey. I've found it to be fun but challenging, so if you're new to dance cardio, I would recommend taking their breakdown class first. I took several classes through Classpass but since canceling my membership, I've not been back. While the instructors are awesome, I can't justify paying $35 per class when no amenities are provided - real studio space, towels, water fountain, lockers, showers, etc. I'd seriously consider coming back, however, if they ever open their own studio.

Finally writing a review after being a DanceBody client for a year now. I still remember my first class and I think that's what has kept me coming back time and time again. Katia was teaching and when she started to move I was just completely blown away. Talk about inspiration during your workout -- her energy, body, enthusiasm and effort push you to work harder than you think is possible (plus you know this is like her 5th workout of the day!). Knowing it was my first class, she invited me to stick around for a double so I could get the full dance + sculpt experience. After my first few classes, I got an offer to try out the studio for a month free. I've never seen a studio do something so nice! I was completely hooked and really did start to feel my body changing since I was dancing about 4x a week. Unfortunately for me I can't be a complete regular (class times and shower situation just doesn't allow me to be) but I try to still come at least once a week. The instructors are legit. Katia and Courtney are off the hook and if they're on the schedule, I'm definitely signing up. But you can't go wrong with anyone since the moves are still the same. Not only is it an amazing sweat, but I have the best time ever doing it. I also swear it's helped me out on the dance floor and that's never a bad thing :)

I first found Dancebody through ClassPass and have become a full time convert. I think I've tried nearly every work out in the city - pilates, barre, bootcamp, trampoline, trx - you name it, but this is a triple threat - fun, challenging and delivers results. You're drenched in sweat by the end of the hour but feel great - the toning sections throughout definitely shape long, lean dancer muscles, something that I've been trying to achieve for a while! I've taken classes with Katia, Courtnay and Maddie - all of whom are amazing and completely inspiring. They're also happy to answer questions and make suggestions so you can reach your goals. They do a great job keeping the energy up - there's also at least one or two other instructors to help make sure your form is on point during the sculpting sections. DanceBody is definitely deserving of more than 5 Stars in my book.

I took Courtney's "DanceBody Full Out" without knowing this was the most advanced class in terms of nonstop movement and advanced choreography. So instead of learning it in segments, you just follow along the entire time. The Open class is where they break down the choreography more. And as it turns out, they switch up the choreography at the beginning of every month -- and this was the end of the month, so it was extra hard. I looked like a flailing penguin as I tried to keep up with her. Courtney was a hardcore, super energetic instructor. I'll be honest: I probably only did 20% of the moves. That choreography was flipping extreme. But did I sweat? Oh yes. Did I have fun? You bet. The "arm/ab/ass" sequence at the end is tough. Her assistants come around and check your form. One caveat is that the studio is on the 5th floor (no elevator!) so getting there will be a workout in itself. It's also seen better days. The floor is kind of dirty. But if you're looking for a great cardio workout, you won't be disappointed.

DanceBody Open Class: This class was truly amazing. The music was upbeat, fun, and fast. We never repeated one step more than 4 times in any one sequence and we did about 8 or 10 sequences. The moves weren't too hard at all. You don't need to be a dancer to take this class. As long as you can mimic what someone else is doing and bounce around a little, you will absolutely blend in! The class is a pretty decent size; maybe 15 girls. You can stand in the back if you are testing the waters. Just make sure you have a clear view of the instructor. The Sweat: You sweat a lot! I saw a couple girls bring small towels. Smart. I definitely needed one! There isn't much time to wipe off or get a drink though. There were 2 quick pauses where I ran over to my water bottle. But obviously if you need a break or water, you take it! The End: You finish off with during a section of arms, legs, and abs on a mat. For the arms you use a stretchy pink band and she even makes this a little dancey with some hip rocking! For legs you are on the mat and we need a couple leg lift variations. Lastly we did some standard abs. The Instructor: Courtnay had so much energy, which was perfect for a dance class. She was very friendly and seemed happy to be there teaching us. She probably thinks of it as less than teaching and more like she's at a dance party and we are her other dancers. It was a great class and I would definitely recommend Courtnay and DanceBody for a fun cardio workout in addition to your other toning classes. Instead of running, do DanceBody! DanceBody Sculpt Class: This class is a great way to loosen up from a typical barre class! In barre, form is so precise and you have to keep your entire body still while moving one part in isolation. At DanceBody, you can just let it all go! Even though this was DancyBody's sculpt class (and not their full on dance class), I loved that we did a few breaks of actual dancing! It reminded me of how great DanceBody is. I've done Body by Simone (Total Body) and AKT in Motion (AKTease) and I like DanceBody far more! Why You Ask? The choreography is just so much better!!! It's not just grapevines and easy boring stuff. It's very music video-esque! You loosen up your entire body, specifically your hips, chest, and arms. The music is also amazing! It is all on trend popular songs, with some throw backs mixed in. The sound is up and the bass is on. What Happens in a Sculpt class? We warmed up with a dance section that contained some of the basic moves you will see in the regular DanceBody classes. For the arm section, we used the stretchy band by stepping on it with one foot and wrapping the other end of the band around the hand on the same side. We did some fast moving bicep, tricep, and shoulder exercises. The great thing about it is that you aren't just standing still while you do the arm exercises. Your legs are in a wide stance and you are bopping and swaying to the beat (staying loose!). There was also entire leg lifting section we did on all fours on the mat. We had about 3 to 4 interruptions of dancing throughout the hour of sculpting, which I really enjoyed. Check out my fitness blog at www.LiveTheSweatyLife.com for the latest reviews of fitness studios, fitness fashions, and healthy eating.

DanceBody is for you if Zumba and other cardio dance workouts are not challenging enough for you. When you take Dancebody classes, you are not just learning the steps because you are also inspired by their instructors' hard work and dedication, which help to keep you motivated. Katia, Courtnay, Yvette, and the rest of the DB team: you lift me every single day especially over the past year, which has been most difficult for me. Thank you so very much XOXO

I cannot explain how life changing Dance Body is. I can only do the virtual workouts since I don't live in NY but it doesn't matter. The on demand app is by far better than anything else out there because it's not scripted, there's not a long breakdown of each exercise, it's not phony and plays the best music! It's obvious that the trainers work SO hard to construct the routines and they push themselves through every class with you. There is a huge variety of workouts that isn't specifically dance if that isn't what you're into. Long story short: if you want to ACTUALLY get in killer shape and feel happy and sexy, then Dance Body is a no brainer.

Best work out ever! Such a fun class and you will see changes to your body. Sculpt is my absolute favorite and the music is always fun. Miss in person classes but the app has been a lifesaver!

I couldn't have been more scared to try this class, and OMG I'm so happy I went- it was awesome !!! I had this image in my head of bitch*y dancers and skinny chicks, and the teachers are instead.. .all so cute, with such real bodies! I took the Saturday 9:30 am Open class with Katia (talk about abs), and had two fabulous teachers in the front to watch, and then two more helped me to get my leg even higher (when we were doing mat work) until I thought my leg was going to fall off! I'm a million percent going back this weekend, I never thought I could get out of bed on Saturday am... But trust me, it's worth it!

TERRIFIC class, but it's in a temporary spot ON THE 5TH FLOOR! Eh... no amenities except for a toilet and a break (not changing) room. I would return because the class itself was super fun and challenging (not for newbies) but the facilities are a one star. They should charge accordingly.

Went to a 'sculpt' class last week, loved it. Felt the burn basically the entire time. Definitely felt a little n00by as I've never been a dancer, but I stayed in the back and for the most part, spared myself the embarrassment. Katia was the perfect instructor, and she had THREE(!) other people helping out. I had my form corrected numerous times and I love that, because if you're not doing the work out right then you're basically not doing it all. Katia herself has that I-want-to-be-you-and-have-your-body vibe to her. Lol. I'll be back, but I don't know if I can handle anything other than the sculpt class. No showers though, but I'm sure it won't be long before she moves into her very own space.

DanceBody is one of my favorite workouts ever! You leave dripping in sweat all while having a blast! Don't worry if you cannot dance, I am the worst dancer ever but at Dancebody, if you are a pro dancer, great! But if you have two left feet, no one cares! I've had classes with KD, and Courtney as well as Laura Ann in Miami (she's amazing I wish she was in NYC) The energy of all the instructors are insane! These girls are tough! Trust me, go to dancebody you'll love it

No other workout has made my body change and feel as great as this one. You may be a tad lost in the beginning but you pick it up so quickly and you see results SO FAST. Not to mention, you feel like a badass ;)

DanceBody is hands down, the best dance inspired fitness workout out there!!! I joined the online community, streaming workouts in 2016 and have been addicted ever since! ALL the trainers are amazing...passionate, genuine and professional! The streaming community is family. Although I have always been a streamer, I also have taken many in studio classes in NYC!!! Every DanceBody experience has been above and beyond my expectations...so much so that I booked a private party for my 40th with Courtnay in TriBeCa! Was amazing! I continue to support this business throughout Covid by taking virtual private sessions and participating in all the fabulous on demand workouts!!!! Check it out!!!!

I have taken numerous dance cardio classes and Full Out with Courtney is by far the best. When I first went to the studio, as I walked up 5 flights of stairs, I thought to myself: why did I even book this class? I went to the class thinking it would be a fun easy dance class. I do various type of dance (ballet, hiphop,...) and barre workout regularly, so this should be a piece of cake. I was wrong! The class started with a warm up then go straight into the cardio session. 5min in I already sweated like a pig, and when I felt so tired, I looked at the clock and it was only 15min in! What is great about the class is that despite the high intensity (if you do all the movements full out), the music and the energy of the teacher is so good that you just keep going. The last 15min part of the class on the mat was also really good. The exercises were simple but really worked your inner thigh. I walked out feeling amazing. Opposed to the original thought when I walked in, I will definitely be a regular at this place.

Giving 5 stars, but deserve many more! That's how good KP DanceBody is! The workout and instructors (Courtnay!!) is amazing - super high-energy, fast-paced and fun. The dance moves are seamlessly integrated into a true, intense cardio and toning workout. So much fun and you're getting an incredible workout in the meantime. As much as I love the workout itself, I'm equally impressed with the instructors and attention to clients. Everyone is incredibly nice and friendly with a great supportive attitude. You can tell they really care about their clients and it makes a world of difference! I can't say enough good about KP DanceBody - I'm such a fan!! I just finished my third Full Out class - and I can't wait to keep going.

I danced pretty extensively as a kid, but I've always found boutique dance workouts in the city to be soooo intimidating. I think that it's the standard set by Tracy Anderson, with the glossy, Goop-y vibes and celebrity following. I don't want or need that, and I certainly don't need to be working out in a room full of people who like to make it clear that their clothes cost roughly the equivalent of my monthly paycheck. I first tried Dancebody while on Classpass, and I've since then started paying for it separately - which is basically the highest praise I can give ;). I do their classes sometimes and also stream their online workouts. It's AMAZING. It's an incredibly intense workout, but you don't necessarily realize it because you are having so much fun. The atmosphere is so inclusive and happy, and you don't need to worry about whether you are in the best shape or are fully following along. I also think that the dances themselves are the best in the city (I would recommend taking a breakdown class, if you are 100% new to dance), with great choreography. They also repeat dances enough through the classes that you will definitely become familiar with them, which is great - there is no better feeling than hitting a string of choreography perfectly. The class locations definitely feel more legit dance space than posh boutique gym, but if that's what you're looking for, they're opening up their own studio in TriBeCa soon. Definitely recommend!

If you want an amazing body while dancing around to amazing music this is the best class in NYC. You can choose to dance or to just sculpt (i do both and sometimes do them back to back.) But either way you're going to get toned and lose weight from head to toe. I have been doing this for over 10 years, two kids later and I literally have the same stomach, ass and arms as I did before my kids- just from committing to DanceBody workouts a few times a week. Now that I'm digital the classes are endless. When we're back in class and this awful covid ordeal is over you'll see for yourself that the energy is amazing bc the teachers are that incredible.

Took this class yesterday and cannot WAIT to go again! Julia did a fantastic job of teaching, inspiring and kicking our aerobic butt. If you're looking for Dance Cardio that makes you feel FREE, check out KP DanceBody! #ClassPass

I LOVE DANCEBODY!!! I recently retired from a ten year career as a professional ballet dancer at a major US ballet company. After moving to NYC, I was worried that I would lose my dancer body. Then, I found DanceBody! This class is intense and challenging. However, you do not need to be a professional dancer to come! It is suited for all levels! You are constantly moving for sixty minutes. It combines sexy and fun choreography to today's hottest tracks. It is structured to elongate your muscles and shape all of those hard to reach places. Everything that a full body workout should be and more. The routines are periodically changed to keep the classes fresh. Instead of uncomfortably locking yourself into a stationary bike causing tense and shortened muscles, I highly recommend trying DanceBody. You will feel empowered, confident, and drenched with sweat when you leave, I promise!!!

My new favorite thing! I am NOT a dancer. I thought it was going to be really intimidating. However the trainers make it fun and keep the energy super high so that you get a good work out whether you can follow the steps or not. After the warmup, they jump right into cardio fort least 40 minutes... It's really hard, but invigorating! We don't stop to learn the steps much, just following along, but they do everything over and over so you have a chance to get it. I have been taking the Full Out class with Shiloh -- she's awesome! Super fun vibe, and she always stays after to answer questions and make sure you felt good in class. She makes it seem a little less overwhelming, and is very encouraging, which I love. Anything to get through! I take in the morning so after I leave her class, I feel ready for the day. It is a 5 floor walkup to the studio which is never fun, but the studio has big windows and is pretty spacious. Worth it :)

Writing a review for the online streaming for DanceBody. I have been using the program since streaming started last summer, working out 6 days/week. This is an amazing platform-the variety of videos in terms of length (anything from 15min to over an hour), style (sculpt classes in addition to straight hour dance cardio, a mix of both, as well as dance breakdowns and "private" (just the instructor) classes), difficulty level and number of options (150 videos and counting!). I am never bored, I am always challenged. To the reviewer who noted the filming was from the back-I prefer to learn like that, but there are videos filmed from the front! Katia and her team have been very responsive to what the users are looking for when it comes to new content. The instructors are all so motivating--and they do cue!!

One of the best set of energetic and positive instructors I've ever been instructed by! So much fun and no one is left behind.

Great workout, my body started to change in 2 weeks. Now Slimmer and my skin looks better because the cardio. Classes are not easy but are fun. Love the sculpt classes. All the trainers are great. My favorites are Courtney and Katia. Also like Madie and all of them. I am glad I tried it. I am in the online workouts and love it.

So I've tried Shiloh, Courtnay, Julia, Laura Ann and Hannah and yes, KP Dancebody remains my favorite workout in the city. I just wish the package discount was better because I would want to buy a whole year's worth haha.

Found this amazing dance class through ClassPass. Honestly, this is by far the best total body workout and all the instructors have bodies that are to die for! That is motivation enough to get myself to class at least a few times a week! The class can get packed, but always fun! Honestly, all the instructors are amazing, but I've consistently taken classes with Katia and Julia, and also Courtnay, and they are all superstars! Not only are they encouraging and super sweet, but they really push you to the max. I'm literally always red faced and dripping in sweat after class, and sore just a few hours later. By far the best 1 hour full body workout I've ever had! Love the Full Out and Sculpt classes! Just in time to kick my ass into shape for the summer :)

Seriously my favorite work out - HANDS DOWN. This is the best and most fun work out around. Katia and all of her instructors (Maddie is my personal fave!!!) are amazing. You have so much fun dancing and you get the best work out! It's nonstop and you sweat up a storm. The toning at the end is the perfect way to end the hard core cardio workout. Seriously OBSESSED!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is by far my favorite workout. The instructors make the hour fly by in the most fun and energizing way possible. From someone who dreads working out, I can say I get genuinely excited and pumped up whenever I have a Dance Body class coming up. I sweat more in this class than in any other class I've done and have best time doing so. I was so nervous my first class but the instructors made me feel so comfortable as a cardio dance newbie that my nerves went away and I was hooked instantly ! It's truly amazing how energetic and excited they are the entire class (especially impressive when they teach more than one class in a row!). I have taken many classes with Katia, Courtnay and Maddie and they are fabulous! I highly recommend Dance Body!

Took my first dancebody class with Jessica at The Movement today. I've been thinking about trying out this class for awhile since seeing it on classpass so I finally did it. It is mostly dance cardio with some sculpting towards the end of class. Since it is my first time ever taking the class I felt totally lost while everyone else already knows the steps. There were no instructions so you basically follow along with what the instructor/other people are doing. Since it is fast paced it's hard to keep up. It was also hard to see what the instructor is doing since there's 2 huge columns in the middle of the room. It is a good workout since you will be dripping in sweat and the instructor is friendly and full of energy. I might just take a breakdown class next time to learn the steps first or wait until the new cycle when they teach new dances.

So I decided to give KP DanceBody another chance, but this time took the Breakdown class. And I'm glad I did! I enjoyed it much more than the Open class I took last month. The class addressed my two main issues with the Open class, which were that I felt a bit too lost and the class size was way too large. The Breakdown class is just that. They breakdown three songs so you can actually learn the moves and as a result feel much more comfortable doing them. They also keep the class size smaller so you can ask questions and have things repeated if you need to see it again. Our instructor Maddie was super sweet and helpful. The most surprising thing was how many calories I burned. I wasn't expecting to burn much since I figured we wouldn't be constantly moving, but I actually burned 378. That was a little less than the 400-plus I burn in my beloved Bari and 305 Fitness classes but definitely more (sometimes way more) than I burn in other Dance Cardio classes where you are constantly moving. The only thing I wished was that Maddie gave us a few modifications for the floor portion. (We did burpees and a plank move.) With the burpees, we had to do about 8 in a row and midway through half the class just stood there. I also have to admit that as much as I loved the class, I didn't immediately think "Ooh, now I can try an Open class again." (The Open class has way more than three songs.) But I did think, "Wow, I would love to take a Breakdown class again." From what I understand, they change the three songs each month. I also have to give them props (do people still use the word props?) for their great customer service. They do really seem to listen to their students (Hence, creating a Breakdown class.) Maddie mentioned that they'll also be announcing another new class that is meant to be somewhere between the Breakdown and Open class. I'll definitely check it out if that's the case!

what with the stairs man?!? 5floors walk up seems like a totally bad idea. but the workout itself even more harder. you jumping- prancing and more jumping until you thinking to yourself.. why do I even want to put myself through this again? but once you done- you felt so fulfilling and bad ass. and that's worth every steps of those damn stairs:)

I'm pretty much addicted to dance cardio and DanceBody has been the most challenging and athletic of all the classes that I've tried around the city. No gimmicks, just work. I usually find dance cardio classes too easy and super cheesy, but I'm usually struggling at DanceBody -- in a great way. I do wish that they had themed classes though, because my energy hits highs and lows depending on what kind of music is playing (they have a variety), but that's a really minor personal thing.

Located in a dirty old walk up building in midtown. There are no signs telling you where to go and when you call the studio you receive a prerecorded message. I contacted the studio directly about this and they would not give me a makeup class even though I was unable to locate the studio. I would rather spend less money at a better studio. Overpriced.

I have to say, there are a lot of "dance cardio classes" out there, but this is by far the BEST workout ever! A great warm up then super fun and effective cardio! I took Courtney's class and was really impressed with the way the class was structured. She didn't miss a body part!! Also, very enthusiastic, helpful and welcoming. I left there feeling amazing and I will definitely be going back!

I have been taking classes at KPDanceBody for almost a year now and the result are incredible! I have seen my body transform. Their high energy dance cardio gets you breaking a sweat in no time and it finishes off with a sculpt series that is bound to make you feel it in all the right areas. Their trainers are top of the line. They each have a different vibe about them that makes the class fun and exciting and wanting to push harder. Laura-Ann's Friday happy hour class gets you pumped up and ready to tackle the weekend full force! From their Open level classes and Breakdown classes there is something for everyone at KPDanceBody!

I like to think that my standards when it comes to fitness/exercise classes are pretty high and KP Dance Body is truly the BEST. Between the cardio and toning portions (either in Full Out or Open classes, haven't made it to sculpt yet) you feel incredible once the hour is over (not to mention sweat more than you can believe!). All of the teachers are great - encouraging, knowledgeable, fun. Maddie's class is a favorite - always a challenge but such a blast. I'm by no means a dancer, but I've learned to love the movements in KP that challenge my body in ways no other class does. The first class can be intimidating but it's definitely worth it!!!