Spring's finally here, and if you are looking for something new to try in terms of fitness, you…read moreshould give Doonya a try. I came here on a whim with one of my coworkers. A few days ago as I walked by her desk, she was showing the Doonya website to another coworker. I was being my nosy self and asked them what they were looking at, "What's that?" My colleague said that it was a Bollywood theme workout. I have been looking for a Bollywood place to try out. So on a whim, I just went with her that same day, wearing my work jeans & exercising bare foot. In a way I feel like I had been tricked into going to work out with her. Though that's not a bad thing is it? The location and exercise studios are very clean and everyone was very nice. I took a class called Flow with Priya. The classes are sort of themed to Bollywood dancing, but it is more than that. I did the warm ups with the rest of the class, and then I did yoga and strengthening. The class was 1 hour and I was sweating profusely! Since I signed up for a beginner's package I decided to try the other classes. They are all pretty easy to follow along to, and it is a lot of fun getting both strength training and dancing. Who wouldn't be happy working out with Bollywood music? With just 1 Doonya class you can burn anywhere between 600-900 calories. After taking 3 classes I felt really good and energized. I had thyroid surgery 6 months ago and have since felt very tired and sluggish. I have not felt this energized for a long time, after these Doonya classes I feel much better. I'm not sure what kind of magic they have here, but these classes are a lot of fun and will work you until you sweat. Plus you get that added advantage of feeling energized, this is very important to me. At this location they have changing rooms and serve ice water, the set up is very nice. They keep a very clean bathroom but they don't have a shower, this may be an issue for some of you, but full disclosure right? I recommend you try this spot out if you are looking for a new way to sweat while having fun!

A friend of mine had kept telling me that Bollywood classes are a real workout. Fun but real. I…read morefinally decided to use my ClassPass to try out Doonya and I was not disappointed. The unit is on the smaller side, while the studio itself is the perfect size for class. When you first get off the elevator, you either have to remove your outside shoes (you can do these workouts barefoot, if you wish) or you can wipe them down with provided spray and paper towels. The studio has a "clean shoe" policy. They are quick to sign you in and show you the small waiting area (where the 2 changing rooms are), as well as the one restroom (out by the elevator). There are no lockers so you keep your belongings inside the studio on shelves. Rohan was my instructor for the cardio and abs class. He was fantastic. He has an uplifting personality and he's funny! However, he will put you to work and he does correct your form, especially during the floor exercises. My planks sucked (ugh!) but my downward dog push-ups were good and I got the hang of the choreography pretty quick. The dance part feels quick but you'll be sweating by the time it wraps up. It's amazing how many lunges and squats can be incorporated into a dance routine. Overall, this is a great studio and don't be afraid if you lack rhythm. It's all about having fun and learning something new.

Good sized dance room, nice that it has separate rooms. Also, having a cloak room is key!read more

Love the teacher. She is professional and while entertaining with her sense of humor she pays…read moreattention and corrects each and every one of us. She is a really excellent teacher, rare to see these days. The receptionist was kind and polite and the participants were so lovely. Also the space is clean and comfortable. Can't wait for the next class:)

I had the chance to take a ballet barre class the other morning, taught by Eliza. What a great…read moreclass. What a great workout. The pace was just right. The sequence of exercises built one upon another. She's good at giving modifications. And the feel is so supportive. And delivered on zoom, it worked just perfectly. Give their classes a try

Eliza is such an enthusiastic, inviting, and encouraging person and instructor! Not only is she…read moreexpert in what she does, she creates a space for all levels to experience the joy and sweat that ballet offers. I also love the music she uses! I'm so glad she is now offering classes in LA, excited to get my sweat-on west coast style with her :)

Atara is awesome - awesome vibes, super patient and accommodating with modifications, great…read moreplaylist too:) highly recommend!

When I started working with Atara, I was recovering from a difficult pregnancy and birth. I felt…read morepain and weakness, and I was discouraged. Training with Atara was an absolute joy--she helped me build new strength and confidence. With her expert guidance, I achieved my goals and went beyond them. Atara is perceptive and warm, challenging but always positive and supportive, and so much fun. Our sessions finally got me hooked on exercise after many years of stops and starts. Training with Atara totally transformed my outlook, habits, and strength. Seize the chance to work with her if you can!

We just did a bachelorette event (10 girls) organized by Bellyqueen and it was honestly the…read morehighlight of the day for the bride-to-be and all the other girls! The instructors catered to the bachelorette, and organized little activities focused on her, while also incorporating other traditional belly dancing steps and moves for the whole group. It was so much fun and they also took so many pics and videos to cherish the memories and laughs for years to come. Thank you so much Kaeshi and all the instructors- you guys made our day and motivated us to continue our belly dancing journey and learn this beautiful, sensual dance!

Just took Kaeshis class again , very nice mix of moves and music , professionally transitions from…read moreone move to the next with style and fun ! Thanks .

Inspired to move more during these crazy times - I decided to peruse some of the dance options on…read morePatreon - and came across Banana Street Productions. I loved that for a reasonable monthly membership price - I could have access to older dance instruction posts and that I could watch recorded classes in my own time. I just started today and already I'm having so much fun! The first instructor that I've encountered has been patient, clear with her instructions and most of all encouraging. It's empowering to learn simple choreography from the comfort of your own home. You don't need to be an experienced dancer to pick up the moves - they're relatively simple - and even if you don't get the moves right - you can still just....move. I also appreciate the solid stretching before you get into the choreography. Getting down to some J-Lo beats is definitely brightening up my Friday. I can only imagine how high energy and motivating the classes must be in person. If you're looking to add some energy into your day and get your blood flowing - I highly recommend checking out Banana Street Productions and their virtual classes. Trust.

Totally miss this group during covid. Looking forward to coming back. Fun dance and fitnessread more

I took 2 classes via Groupon and really had a blast with Gigi. When you do Zumba with her it so…read moremuch fun and even though you are working out its seems you are just enjoying while dancing. Don't be fool it is intense but 1 hour passed so fast. Unfortunately right now my schedule is not allowing me to take classes but soon I will join Gigi again. She has great deals directly on her website. The place is spacious and every one is very welcoming.

If you want to workout yet feel like you're just having fun then you have to take Gigi's zumbastic…read more class. I feel like I'm at home dancing and nobody is watching. It's truly is a" judgement free zone". The greatest reward for me is when you can run, walk, or even climb up a flight of stairs and not feel like you're about to have a heart attack. Thank you Gigi.

This place is deserving of it's glowing reviews…read more I signed up for a Friday evening Beginner's hip hop class with Ryan who was covering for Rob that day. As someone with zero dance experience, I found the pace of the class too quick and had a hard time keeping up, but that's not anyone's fault. If you have two left feet like me, it can feel intimidating and honestly, discouraging because all the students are great dancers (seriously, have you seen the class videos?), but as Ryan said..practice makes perfect and you just have to keep at it. Despite the nerves, I'd come again because the classes would be a great way to get out of your comfort zone (if you're not a dancer and/or have stage fright) and build confidence. I also recommend dragging a friend to go with you if it's your first time. For you first timers, the building is right to Taco Bell (burritos after class, anyone? Haha) and staples is on the corner of the same block. classes are on the 4th floor. When you get into the building, show your ID to the front desk and they'll give you elevator access. Classes are on the 4th floor and you don't need to check in with them at the front desk. Once the class begins, the receptionist in your studio will check you in. There's a changing room and you leave your belongings in the studio. As for dress code, wear athleisure or something comfortable. I saw jeggings, shorts, tanks, leggings, and sweats. I'm not sure if all the classes are like this so don't take my word for it, but it begins with a 15-20 minute warmup, followed by 45-60 minutes of learning choreography, and ending with 10-15 minutes of "groups" where students are split up to have more room, followed by the opportunity to get your groove on with an even smaller group. Each group goes twice--once with the instructor guiding you, the second time without. You'll also be shuffling to different ends of the room so you can get closer if you need to. Also, each instructor chooses what they're teaching so you don't know the song choice beforehand. Now onto the actual class..Ryan is a great instructor. He breaks down all the steps clearly and at a reasonable pace. He'll repeat them as many times as you need. Again, I struggled because I take longer to learn, but despite that, I enjoyed the class. The room is small for a class with about 40 people but the high energy and positive vibes you'll get more than make up for it. Overall, I'd go again. FYI, If the class is full, you get put on the waitlist (max of up to 10 people can be on this list) and you'll be added to the class as people drop out. If you haven't heard by 11am the next day via email (cut off time to drop a class before late cancellation penalty), you can use that credit towards a different time unless you want to continue waiting to see if the class frees up.

I was recommended this by a friend of a friend after he learned I was trying to learn hip hop. The…read morewebsite is really easy to navigate and to register for classes online. There is also a list of scheduled classes so you can see the instructor that is teaching each class. One of the things that I really like about the hip hop classes is how much repetition is utilized to learn a choreographed routine. As a dancer of many years, 50% of the battle is memory and repetition of each mini-sequence really helps a new dancer solidfy not only the choreography but also master the details of the steps. All the instructors are extremely friendly and approachable, not necessarily so at other places. Not to mention, they do have their own different styles to accommodate different dancers' personalities. Check-in is always a smooth process with HoM staff. All the dancers that attend are super supportive and really nice as well. Nobody ever judges. I wish HoM was out here in the Bay now that I've moved. I've come to love my HoM family in my short time living in NYC. They've only added to the love that I now have for NY.