I've been attending BBB on and off for a year now. It's convenient for me since I work in Manhattan…read moreand find it cumbersome to commute all the way home and then hit a gym. I'm not a girl who does weight training or was ever very sportsy. Having taken ballet for 10 plus years I've grown accustomed to working out in a dance environment-it's just what works for me. I started BBB with a Groupon, it's a quirky, fun workout experience so I kept up classes after my pack expired. This is not a difficult dance class but some dance experience may prove helpful here. The bootcamp portion IS NOT easy, I'm not sure where some of the other reviewers are coming from saying it's hardly a bootcamp, they must train with like...Batman or something, good for them. All I know is that I'm DRENCHED in sweat when I leave. I attend twice a week for the most part and the workout helped me shed Holiday pounds and stay in basic shape. It's not meant to be a super bulking workout, if you're looking for a fun cardio/aerobic/callisthenic/artistic workout then this is your place, if you're looking to climb Mount Kilimanjaro then stop eating bread and run everywhere with rocks tied to your spine. The instructors are very comprehensive, patient, helpful and supportive, not to mention interesting. They have a lot of experience in dance, performance and business. The dances are always fun, there's no judgement here-whatever you can do and have fun doing it is acceptable. This is a very personality based workout, if you're not remotely interested in dance or burlesque or girly things, I would skip it and try another bootcamp. Sure, parts may seem silly initially (you must repeat the mantra!) but I got into it, because it's all in good fun and hey, where else do you get a calorie burning workout mixed with kitty cat crawls and cute retro choreography? I highly recommend BBB for glamour girls and 9-5ers alike.

LOVE. IT. I'm about as butch as they get, so I was a little concerned about looking like a complete…read moreidiot, but even if I do, I'm having too much fun to care. I mean, don't get me wrong, I still look like a fat butch girl in burlesque class, but since the emphasis is much more on movement than "doing it right," you don't have to be a girly-girl or have any sort of dance experience in order to enjoy yourself here. While most of the people in the class are usually "normal"-sized college kids, there's definitely plenty of other ages and body types and styles--some people take the class barefoot, some do it in 5-inch stripper heels. Awesome. The format definitely makes it more fun than a standard dance or fitness class, because there's a little bit of everything and the time just flies by. Each class begins with a mantra and a pose to go with it; ex. last week, everyone had to get into a showgirl pose and say "I Stop Traffic!" at the beginning and end of the class. It sounds goofy but it really helps put you in the right headspace to enjoy what you're doing. A lot of the non-choreographed moves are your standard aerobics fare, but what makes it great is the attitude the instructors put into them. You are never just doing plain repetitive movements, even in the non-choreographed sections; even the way you get up after doing pushups is pure pinup gold. The movement awareness I get out of this class is incredible--instead of just focusing on one movement, like a lunge, you're focusing on every single part of your body from your hands to your toes and finding something to do with all of them. It doesn't seem like hard work at the time, but I haven't sweated that much in ages! My only, only criticism is that there is a fair bit of downtime during the choreography sections that could probably be streamlined. The other good news is that the rates are effing awesome if you take more than one class. I got a groupon for 10 classes for $49, and you can get I think 5 for $49 through their website, which is still a great deal for any dance class, really. My only complaint is with the online booking system they currently use--you have to put in your email and get it confirmed every single time you want to take a class, so it takes like 3 emails to get signed up for each class. And if you need to cancel, you can't do that on the site--you have to send them an email or message via the booking site so they can cancel it for you. I prefer to sign up for a bunch of classes at once, several weeks in advance, and then cancel/rebook as needed, but I can't really do that here without it being intensely tedious.

I have been coming to foxy studios at least once a week lately. The studio is located on the 3rd…read morefloor so i already consider going up the stairs a warm up. Since the pandemic, they have been checking temperature of everyone and have a hand sanitizer at their office. Virgil the owner has been nice and accommodating. The instructors have been very encouraging. You should definitely take a class with Rebeca. Her enthusiastic energy is very infectious. So far I've taken classes with Hanna, Tiffany, Melisa, and Emily. All of them have been so supportive of my pole journey. One day, I'll take a class with Ashley Fox. She is such an amazing pole dancer and I cant wait to train with her.

Super hands on pole and flexibility classes. They have specials all the time and or is a solid…read morestudio.

I'm an old original Reebox Club person from the late 90s, before they even sold out so I'm picky…read more All these years later, I've slowed down, and I'm even pickier but in a different way. Mercedes Club is perfect for me. Thank you for keeping the music fairly quiet after a long day of work, and thank you for the fantastic service by management and customer service. Also a shout out for quiet lockers!!! Yes!! Every other club has these slamming lockers and I want to lose my mind. I do wish you had more healthy food options for those nights I'm too tired to cook.....but I'll take a juice any day!!! Cheers to time flying and nice people to workout around.

Perfect gym with perfect post workout activities like swimming. People are also great they don't…read morejudge and minding their own worlds.

Quite disappointed with the customer service. I've sent a few emails and haven't received any…read morereplies. When I call the customer service hotline during working hours, it always goes to voicemail, and no one has called me back.

I just moved into a building with a BellaVita-operated gym. The gym is only open for advance…read moresign-up in one-hour increments, with the last one each day starting at 5:30 pm. They claim this is for Covid protocols, but every other building in Manhattan has more normal and extensive operating hours in their gyms. I guess BellaVita feels cramming people into the gym during the work day somehow protects them from disease. If I do sign up in advance for a session at the gym during work hours, I get a message with 2 forms to fill out - the basic Covid form that's required once and I've already filled out and submitted twice, and an additional Covid form that must be filled out 24 hours prior to every gym visit. (I'm not clear on what problem would be caused by accepting a form filled out less than 24 hours in advance.) The reminder message from BellaVita clearly states that these forms are for the date and time of your previous gym visit. For instance, if you had been scheduled for a 5:30 gym visit on Monday, April 12, and have another visit upcoming on Thursday, April 15, your reminder that arrives on April 14 (a few hours before it's due) will state that it must be completed 24 hours in advance of your gym visit on April 12. Since that visit is past and the deadline therefore irrelevant, you might just ignore it and get back to work - thus ensuring that BellaVita cancels your April 15 visit.

Oh, Alison west. Something else. I work-studied at her studio, YU in NYC. I was in a very hard time…read morein my life and had difficulty working and using classes. When Covid came around, Ms West would not honor our karmic agreement for work and class exchange, citing that you can't just save up classes and that one should work at YU to improve their body. As an overweight woman, she was clearly body shaming me. Luckily, I won a dept of labor case against Ms West for the amount of about $1300 (which equated to how many classes I had store through work exchange) within the past few years. It does not compensate for the type of abuse Ms West extends to the world. It is upsetting that someone like this is within the yoga community but this is how the world works. She taught me so much. Thank you Ms West. You're probably reading this. You think you know who you can abuse; you should have paid more attention. I was not one of them though I know how to play dead with a predator ;) -- Stephanie Lamberson

Wonderful, quiet, soothing. The teacher Alison west is a gentle giant…read more She teaches very effective yet gentle yoga technique, and best of all she does it with a smile.

So grateful to have a Pilates studio uptown! I've been coming here for over two years and it's such…read morea gorgeous studio with classes that continue to challenge me!

It's great to take Rachel's yoga class Tuesday at 7:15 am. She's a wonderful teacher!read more

Ocean Bliss Yoga Studio is a gem. From the moment you walk in the environment feels warm,…read morewelcoming, and peaceful. The entire space is incredibly clean, bright, and thoughtfully designed, which immediately helps you relax and settle into your practice. Every teacher I've taken a class with has been professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. They create a supportive atmosphere where everyone, whether you're a beginner or experienced, younger or older, feels comfortable and encouraged. The instructors are attentive and offer helpful guidance while still allowing you to move at your own pace. One of my favorite classes is the "Time For You" class, which includes an onsite babysitter. While you take class, the children play together in a safe and supervised space, making it possible to truly relax and enjoy your practice completely guilt-free. It's such a thoughtful option for parents/caregivers who need a little time to recharge. It's clear that a lot of care goes into maintaining the studio and building such a positive community. If you're looking for a yoga studio that combines skilled teachers, a welcoming vibe, and a beautiful, spotless space, Ocean Bliss Yoga Studio is a wonderful place to practice.

I have been happily practicing at this studio for several years. There are many classes to choose…read morefrom. The teachers are thoughtful and very knowledgeable. The studio looks out over Jamaica Bay with views that add to the blissful ambiance.

I've come out here for Blues Dancing on Friday nights and it's been great! I've also seen the Latin…read moredance styles in the main room and it's always looks like a full class of people trying hard to learn stuff, and the parties have always looks pretty lively! All in all, seems to have a decent vibe, and the location in NoMad/Flatiron area is hard to beat! Bathrooms: A bit old and disorganized, but generally clean and functional.

My next trip to NY the social is a must go. I had so much for. A Salsa room AND bachata room. Can't…read moreask for anything better. The music and the performances was amazing. I will be coming back on my next trip