So far - and thanks to Yelp Elite Norine's recommendation, I've been to 3 Burn Bhangra Fitness…read moreclasses at Studio Bizz Mont-Royal. I love that the studio is located across the street from metro Mont-Royal so I don't have to walk too much to get there. It is annoying that there are around 5 flights of stairs to walk up to the studio (I lose count every time)!! I really love the energy that the instructors bring to each class but I do find that Harsh brings more energy and difficulty in terms of movements and choreography to the classes. The music is very loud and gets you pumped and there's usually between 15-20 people per class. I've been to the Thursday night and Saturday afternoon classes. The vibe is definitely more rushed on the Thursday. Today we didn't even get to work on a choreography!! Usually that's what the last 10 minutes are reserved for. From beginning to end, we work so hard that we are drenched in sweat by the end of it. Would love it if they could turn on fans though as it gets really stuffy. For $30, you get to sign up to 4 classes and I'm so happy I did! It's a great workout and way more motivating than the gym. Looking forward to the next class and I might even sign up for more!

I discovered this little studio with my purchase of a walk-in class for Burn Bhangra Fitness on a…read moreThursday evening.The studio was conveniently located right across metro Mont-Royal next to the Jean Cotu. It was annoying to walk 4 flights steep stairs to get to the studio- but hey I am here to burn calories through cardio- guess that's not a bad thing! The reception area was cute with a little resto lounge for food purchases and a seating area. The studios are located in the same vicinity. Each studio is equipped with benches and a nearby water fountain. The Burn bhangra class was HYPED! a 5 min warm-up, 25 min & 20 min bhangra session, 10 mins of choreography had me sweating my pores out! Intense cardio but great for level fitness enthusiasts beginning to advanced. Our instructor, Harsh, was fantastic in walking us through the moves and his energy was off the walls! It took me back to my days when i did bhangra during my university days! Great song selection especially the fusion between bhangra tracks and music ft. The Weekend and Bieber! They offer flexible packages 10$ walk in class, 4 for 30$ or 90$ for 12 sessions for first time attendees only. Looking forward to my next session!

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I cannot praise Cheryl enough! We came to her a few months ago, panicked that we hadn't come up…read morewith a first dance for our wedding yet. She created a beautiful choreography for us and patiently held our hands throughout the (not so easy) process. Her vast experience shone through. She always listened to us, knew where we would hit a snag and how to fix it. We will miss her and honestly- if you want to learn to dance she is the one you need to call!

The best pole dance studio in Montreal ! Whether you're practice pole regularly or want to discover…read morethe sport, you can find the perfect class with amazing and professional teachers. There are many different classes as pole fitness, flow, heels, but also hoop, flexibility, hammock, and chair dance, so it's the perfect place if you like discovering and learning new things with a lot of fun and in the best atmosphere possible ! All classes are designed to ensure safety, with an appropriate warm-up and cool-down, and also with the support and explanations of the teacher throughout the entire course, which is perfect to bring confidence ! If you want to try pole dancing in Montreal, it's definitely the place you have to go !

What does pole dancing mean to me? A new shot at life…read more Let me explain. (CW/TW: The following contains topics related to suicide, mental health and such.) I've been battling with suicidal thoughts and multiple mental illnesses for years. Prior discovering pole, I didn't see any value in life. Every night, I'd cry myself to sleep hoping that I could end my suffering. I was ready to give up. However, my friend made me join a pole class with him. To my surprise, for the first time in a very long time, I felt happy. All the dark thoughts disappeared, and I was mesmerized by my instructor's skills. I fell in love with how pretty and captivating she made all the moves look. After that one class, I told to myself that I wanted to become like my instructor. In a way, that class saved my life. I started taking better care of myself and picking up healthier lifestyle habits in order to be able to become as good as my pole instructors. I'd highly recommend this studio to anyone wanting to try or get into pole dancing! The instructors are very nice and supportive, and the community is very wholesome

This winter I decided I want to do some sort of intense physical activity, and I settled on zumba…read more It seemed fun, so I tried a free class and now I'm hooked! I settled on Bamboofit because of location and fee structure. Bamboofit works on a card system: you buy a certain number of classes and they are loaded into an account. You are given a key fob with bar code and you scan it whenever you go to a class. The cost is very reasonable when you buy a bunch of classes and you have a year to use them. Perfect for someone who travels often and/ or has a highly variable schedule. The studio is large and bright. A word of caution however: there is no locker room. There's a curtained changing area and bathrooms, but no lockers or showers. You arrive, take off your boots and coat, and then bring your valuables to class with you. It works fine, but is good to know ahead of time. Between the energetic instructors and upbeat music, I never fail to leave the class smiling. Zumba is a little different from traditional aerobic classes as the focus is less on getting the moves right and more on moving and having a good time. At my first class I was a bit confused and missed the frantic calling of moves I was used to. Now that I'm used to it I love it. I focus less on doing exactly what the teacher is doing and more on the movements themselves. I'm not the most coordinated person, so sometimes I just focus on moving in the same direction and not crashing into anyone. But I have a good time doing it! The clientele, while varied, is primarily young and fit. I am by no means a small person (short yes, small no), nor a particularly coordinated one and I have always felt welcome and comfortable. If you're thinking about trying it out, DO IT!

So I checked out the other location tonight (1088 Clark - on the second floor) (and did class) and…read moreit was big and spacious, and I really liked it! (It's much bigger than the St-Laurent studio) It's in the Chinese cultural centre and I think it's worth trying it out.

New studio, but teachers are experienced. What would you like to do? Dance, taichi or yoga?…read moreWhatever activity you choose or sports you practice, yoga will help and complement by releasing all your tensions. Go try the quaint little studio that looks like a hidden club. For schedule, visit the website or reserve on meetup.com

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I tried 5 classes with them, with 4 different teachers. Teachers all happy, caring, smiling,…read moreenthusiastic, and energetic. (They must be getting so much endolphine from this work-out. Look really really happy, even during hard exercise) They have two categories of classes/clientele. First is for general public, and the second is top atheletes. I tried the first kind. The second kind looked like real dancers, so I didn't dare to try those classes. :-) It feels like mixture of ballet, modern dance, aerobics, and pilates. It's based on techniques developed by Miranda (Classical Stretch). The atmosphere is very supportive. The class size varies depending on hours. Studio holds any many as 10-15 I think. The bathroom clean and generous number (and size) of towels available for free. They give a free trial class. So come see it yourself. Gender ratio is a little higher on women-side, a few guys in each class, but it is a good atmosphere for everyone. Age varies from youth to silver.

So much fun, great instructors and a fraction of what it costs elsewhere. You must try it.read more

It is a perfect space for a fun night of dancing, it is a bit small but for a studio it offers…read moreexcellent floors and amenities. Well worth the money for whatever night you happen to stop by.

It is with great pleasure that I write a review for Rachel Santos, Cadance Jazz & Pilates. I have…read moreknown Rachel both personally and professionally for well over 10 years. Rachel is a beautiful person, with an abundance of knowledge to share with her clients. As a young adult, I trained with Rachel in her jazz dance classes. From her training in dance and musical theatre at San Jose State University, Rachel brings to her jazz dance classes classical jazz style from her warm-up, to her across the floor, and choreography. Today, I am a busy dance studio owner & teacher. For this reason, I began training with Rachel in Pilates with the ultimate goal of keeping my body limber, toned, and moving well. As I age, I also came to understand the benefits of Pilates with regard to injury prevention. From the first lesson, Rachel took the time to listen to my perceived strengths and weaknesses, and has tailored each private lesson according to my personal needs. Within weeks, I noticed improvements to my alignment when teaching my own students, as well as feeling more energized and happy throughout my week. Rachel's delicate delivery of knowledge creates a class atmosphere that is encouraging, clear, and enjoyable. Rachel brings her sense of humour and contagious laugh to all her classes, making her an absolute joy to be around! I proudly recommend Rachel Santos, Cadance Jazz & Pilates to anyone looking to bring some movement and joy to their week!

Dear Cadance, as we start 2022, I can't begin to thank you for this year. As weird as 2021 was, I…read morenever thought I'd take jazz dance for a full year, and especially that it would lead to a concert . And the confidence boost is incredible! I really want to continue dancing for the rest of my life, because I realized that in the end, it's not the level, or the speed, or the flexibility that matters, but the fun you have and new doors dance opens (all of the above REALLY improved too!) Cadance really delivers it's mission - dance in a friendly and fun atmosphere! Yay!

My first time trying an OTF out of the country. There is a cross-country charge levied - in this…read morecase it was CAD15. This needs to be addressed by OTF Corporate as it's not fair for unlimited members. The studio was well maintained and had secure lockers. The instructions by the coach is 20% in French and 80% in English, which was great! Their store had a lot of cool merchandise, which I was very impressed with. Overall a good experience in OTF Canada. Will recommend this studio and will return when I get back to Montreal.

I've been waiting for this place to open for months! So convenient for me and I know that every…read moreworkout is going to push me to my limit. There are three sections: treadmills, rowing, and strengthening. You rotate throughout your class and every workout will be different. There is no half assing here people. You are hooked to a heart monitor and your output is put on display on one several monitors. For you bashful types, don't worry. There is no shaming and the instructor will see that you are working hard. If you are hardly working though, you will get the encouragement you need to make your workout worthwhile. In the end, it's all about YOU working at YOUR pace for YOUR own fitness goals. Hope you give it a try. It's a great gym. Happy it is in Canada now.