The Body Art Barn is a beautiful space built by the loving and hard working spirit of Michelle…read moreDawson. Founder, mother, divine warrior, and artist designed this barn to be a sanctuary for those looking to enter a space to let go of tension and get to know themselves through the science and art of yoga. Michelle is by far of the most impactful teachers that I have ever had the honor of learning from. Shes a waterfall of pure esctatic enthusiasm and charisma. She expresses herself fully and will have you laughing and giggling the entire class. She inspire you by her example of strength and flexibility. She will push you to your limits yet also find spaces for surrender and softness. Her bootcamp is also a very special experience. Where she guides you through a sacred time in the early mornings to build your core, dance, be silly, and release any tension that may still be stored in our bodies. I love the art of this space. I love the community and powerful individuals that i have had the honor of practicing yoga within this community. All of the other teachers I experienced in this beautiful barn were professional, welcoming, and unique. If you are ever in need of some guidance and connection to powerful individuals, feel free to stop by this sacred place of yoga.

Took my daughter to the Great American weekend and all she wanted was Henna. It was hot, my 4 year…read moreold was a monster. We stood in front of her tent for over 20 minutes with zero acknowledgment ( while she was working on another girl but holding conversations with other adults). I was ready to leave my daughter begged to stay. I took a picture of her Venmo and left my daughter there with a friend while I occupied my son. My daughter said she when it was her turn she was rude, didn't talk to her and when she asked the price she said "what do you want to pay? How much do you have?" She's 13. Absolutely inappropriate. For someone who's supposed to be so "zen" , she's not.

I've been taking pole classes at Flight Risk Aerials (at their new studio in Randolph) for about 5…read moremonths now, and I absolutely love it here! I took a few aerial and lyra classes as well and I was very impressed with those classes too. Every instructor here has their own style, which makes every class unique, educational and interesting. The classes are normally relatively small (3-12 people depending on the day), so you get lots of individual attention and feedback from the instructors as well as whole-class instruction. Oftentimes we have to share poles, but this means that you make a friendship with your pole mate, which is a huge part of the experience in my opinion. The ceiling is very high, so we have very tall poles which makes moves that involve climbing, inverts, descents, etc. a lot more possible. This is a relatively small studio so naturally you will have more advanced folks coming to intro class sometimes and vice versa. Whenever there are many people in the class of different levels (i.e. some beginners, some intermediates, etc) the instructors always do their best to accommodate everyone no matter their skill level. I look forward to the studio offering more advanced classes soon. I've made many great friends coming here, as it is an incredibly thriving, inclusive community. It's always a very supportive, body-positive environment in my experience. I will certainly continue to take classes here as long as I live in NJ. I'll never go to a run-of-the-mill gym again. If you get the monthly membership, you get your money's worth after just 7-8 classes, which if you go more than twice a week is definitely worth it. Would highly recommend Flight Risk Aerials to anyone looking to get into pole, aerials or lyra!

Where else can you take an aerial silks class around here?? I don't know but I'd be more than…read morewilling to go back here for some other classes as well. A girlfriend planned a bachelorette brunch that started off with aerial silks as an alternative to the traditional binge drinking night of bad decisions-I would have went either way but this was a refreshing idea. The owner set up a paypal payment method so that whoever wanted to sign up could and it took the pressure off of dealing with all of it the day of. We had about 20 people show up for this event--it was a really nice group of girls and the owner (i guess, and her assistant) were both very nice and accommodating. So I can't elaborate so much on the experience because I'm stupid and hurt my back a week ago, didn't even think of it because it started feeling better but when I attempted to get on the silks it was just a no-go for me. I should have asked for a credit for another class as I sat out the entire time but it is what it is no biggie. So the silks hang from the ceiling, they are secure and you won't fall out (if you follow directions). They take you through a variety of poses and movements and help you into position if you need. Be prepared there is a significant amount of pressure put on the body wherever you are hanging from, so when you start out on the lower back that's the pressure, if you get into other poses with the silk wrapped around your hips or legs, that's where the pressure is. You might get some silk burn or some slight bruises but it's not like someone's punching you it's just a pressure thing. I definitely want to go back and try belly dancing, they also have pole dance, and chair dance. If you're looking for something different give this place a go!

LOVED this class! I tried their Lyra (aerial hoop) class and it was amazing. The instructor Xio was…read morevery knowledgeable and patient with us. I went with a friend and we both thoroughly enjoyed the class and felt that we learned new tricks and want anticipating our next visit. Classes are $45 and 90 minutes and Includes stretching (warm ups), learning the techniques and freestyle. I loved the feminine vibe of the decor. I also love that they have pole and hammock classes as well. Thank you for a great experience.

Studio Air is a home. Linda will unlock so much potential inside of you. The classes offered at…read morestudio air will show you how much you are capable of. There is a class for everyone here and you'll fall in love with each class. Pole Intro with Goddess is amazing, she is such a thoughtful teacher and helps you tap in to your inner sexual goddess. Cindy's aerial silk intro class will have you blown away by your upper body strength and that you can flip upside down in a silk!! Linda's flex classes will exceed your expectations and help you release any doubts that you are not capable of GREATNESS. The instructors at studio air want you to succeed and grow. The 1:1 support here is unmatched and makes you feel comfortable to show your weaknesses so that the instructor can tell you exactly what you can work on to master the skill. It's incredible and beautiful. I am so grateful for this studio and I look forward to all that I can learn here.

A friend suggested Purple Kisses. When I visited the website, I saw there was a sale for the month…read moreof January for 8 classes at $80. I purchased the 8 class package and they allow 45 days to complete use, before the class pass expires. SIGNING UP They use the zen planner app to schedule classes which is super easy and convenient! I love this! PARKING When I arrived, I found parking in the front. Finding parking can be hard in this area, so arrive maybe 20-25 minutes ahead of class start to be safe. THE SPACE The space is very cute. The right size, you don't feel crowded, and very clean! There are lockers for your belongings, a shoe rack for shoes, a basket for yoga mats...it's well organized! CLASS We started with a stretch and some basic workout moves on a yoga mat. There are 5 poles, and a max of 10 people to a class, so two people share a pole during class. Which is good because you get a break to listen more and rest when it's not your turn to dance. I believe my instructor's name was Jenn. She was very fun, gave good instructions, and helpful! She taught us a choreography that we did twice all the way through at the end of class. She encouraged us to record or final dances. She mentioned they'd be doing the same choreography for 2 weeks, which is great because "practice makes perfect"!! I'll definitely be back to perfect the choreo we learned!

Come try it out! It's a great confidence booster and work out. The place is clean. The staff is…read moresuper friendly and supportive!

Currently in my journey of pole and had been trying out various studios in the NYC area for the…read morepast few months. I came across this studio through ClassPass and it was a awesome experience. Note: there are two different poles that are practiced on (chrome and silicone). I've tried their Choreography with Beginner Pole and it was a super duper fun experience (silicone). I was quite nervous since I've never used a spinning pole or silicone and it was cool. A lot of twirling for the basic basic learners AND sooo worth it. Mary is sooo patient with each student and it's open level (Im pretty much beginner level lol) It's based inside a warehouse (I think), instructions are clear in getting there and it's not hard to miss since it's fully decked out from the outside and inside. (So classy, so sassy) I definitely recommend to those who are interested (it's hard deciding whether I like silicone or chrome now haha)

Dance Queens Fitness (LIC) is a very beautiful clean studio space to learn and practice pole…read morefitness. I took the Foundation of Pole Fitness: Introductory Level class. We stretched, conditioned, learned to get confident with our desire walks, a few tricks and the grand finale which was a combination of everything we learned and a chance to record our progress to a song of our choice. This class definitely made me feel confident to continue onto the next level. Mary is a great instructor! Looking forward to visiting the studio again.

Omg what can I say was a bit nervous about trying this but my friend and I said let's go for it so…read morewe went and tried it and loved the ambiance the hospitality and friendly atmosphere friendly people we felt comfortable there loved the motivation from the instructor and everyone else but definitely going to try other classes .

A few weeks ago I decided to try something different and totally out of my comfort zone. A friendly…read morerecommendation led me to Pole Position Dance Studio located in White Plains, just a few store fronts down from Mario's Pizza on Mamaroneck Avenue. For starters, the booking process was seamless. There were multiple packages to choose from, whether you just want to try out a class or fully commit. I also had no idea that they offered more than just pole! Some of their classes include Street Heels, Metamorphosis (which is a pole-less class; just straight dancing), and a stretch class! For transparency, I've never took a pole class in my life. While nervous going in, you can't help but immediately feel welcome. The owner of the studio, Taylor, was quick to greet me and the front desk girl, Jules, was as kind as could be! I can't even tell you how much fun I had at this class, and I wasn't even any good! Everyone in the class, not just the instructor, was so supportive and I quickly realized that this was more than just a class. It was a community. I loved it so much that the next week I invited one of my besties to join me! It was such a blast and I can't wait to book my next class!!

I've tried a bunch of workout classes over the years, and EAF is the only place that's made me…read moregenuinely excited to keep showing up. The atmosphere is super welcoming and supportive, and it never feels intimidating, whether you're brand new or already have some experience. The instructors are really encouraging and take the time to make sure you feel comfortable and safe, while still pushing you in the best way. I was surprised by how quickly I started feeling stronger and more confident. It doesn't feel like you are dragging yourself through another gym workout. Every class feels different and they all satisfy the creative itch for me. The studio itself is clean and just has really good energy. You can tell the owners and instructors genuinely care about creating a space where people feel supported. If you've been thinking about trying aerial fitness but feel a little nervous or intimidated, there's no need to be. I'd definitely recommend!

The owner lacks true customer service skills and so does some of her staff! Unfortunately, I had a…read morebad experience being late to one class and was turned away and when complaining about the receptionist the owner blocked me from booking further which I wasn't going to but this was her response to a standard customer complaint! Stay away! God forbid anything else was to occur that would be how it would be handled!

My husband and I work out 3-4 x a week , but wanted to try yoga to increase flexibility. We both…read morehave lost 40-60 lbs. From going to the gym. But are still heavier people and werent sure if we could handle it. We have went 3 times and tried 3 different classes and 3 different instructors. All have been fun, educational, supportive and challenging. More importantly, it has helped me sleep better and actually got rid of my heel spurs for several days from the deep stretching. If your not sure if yoga is your thing, this is a great studio to start and grow with. They have all props and even extra mats.

First time doing yoga. Went to the Level 1 class with Lori absolutely loved it. Feel very relaxed…read moreand looking forward to the next class.