M Dance & Fitness
Owner: Misty Clark
M Dance & Fitness
Owner, Misty Clark
New York, NY
ph: (212) 361-9948
misty
Zumba, Kickboxing & More in NYC
Owner, Misty Clark misty@mdancefitness.com
(212) 361-9948
Zumba, Kickboxing, Hip Hop Fitness, Core & More
Photo by Kara Fox
The workouts are SUPER fun and I actually look forward to them
(this is coming from the LAZIEST person ever in this world).
Unlike some places, the instructors are super supportive and encouraging
and make you feel good. (Clare B) Read More Reviews/Testimonials
(this is coming from the LAZIEST person ever in this world).
Unlike some places, the instructors are super supportive and encouraging
and make you feel good. (Clare B) Read More Reviews/Testimonials
Class Descriptions:
At MD&F, there's no pressure to learn choreography or be a fabulous dancer. Just do what you can and have FUN working out!
At MD&F, there's no pressure to learn choreography or be a fabulous dancer. Just do what you can and have FUN working out!
Zumba® w/ Misty, Carly, Diana, or Gina (intensity varies throughout class)
With a variety of high energy musical styles and steps including salsa, cumbia, reggaeton and pop, Zumba feels more like a dance party than a workout. Steps are fun and easy-to-follow. Zumba is based on interval training, so there is a mix of low, medium and high intensity levels within the class to maximize calorie burn. Steps are easy to modify so everyone takes class at their own pace. Anyone can do Zumba and everyone loves it!
With a variety of high energy musical styles and steps including salsa, cumbia, reggaeton and pop, Zumba feels more like a dance party than a workout. Steps are fun and easy-to-follow. Zumba is based on interval training, so there is a mix of low, medium and high intensity levels within the class to maximize calorie burn. Steps are easy to modify so everyone takes class at their own pace. Anyone can do Zumba and everyone loves it!
- A FUN way to work out
- Suitable for ALL ages & fitness levels
- No dance experience necessary
- Burns 500+ calories/hr
- Total body workout - ABS, HIPS & BUTT
- Cardio + sculpting/toning
Attire: Breathable, layerable clothes you can move in. Sports bra recommended.
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Student Testimonials: Zumba has been the most fun I've had working out probably ever. (D.C.)
Kick it Up(Kickboxing/Dance)with Misty, Carly or Gina (high intensity)
Combines simple kickboxing/boxing drills with easy to follow dance moves for a fun, effective way to get your cardio, strength & toning workouts. Don't worry, we won't ask who you're visualizing as your imaginary punching bag! Kickboxing Tips/Techniques
Combines simple kickboxing/boxing drills with easy to follow dance moves for a fun, effective way to get your cardio, strength & toning workouts. Don't worry, we won't ask who you're visualizing as your imaginary punching bag! Kickboxing Tips/Techniques
- Our highest intensity workout, but you can take it at your own pace
- Combines easy boxing/kickboxing moves and dance
- No equipment or partner work
Attire: Breathable, layerable clothes you can move in. Sports bra recommended.
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Student Testimonials: It was high-intensity, but simple enough to work for new and established dancers. (AC) "My first M Dance & Fitness class was Kickboxing ... and though I was terrible I had so much fun doing it. ... It felt like a great use of an hour." (CM)
Be Ballet Buff with Misty Clark (low intensity)
When you see a ballerina walking down the street, you can't miss her. She's long, lean, graceful and carries herself like royalty. All that femininity and poise, who would guess she's strong enough to kick your butt?! If you want a low impact workout that will help you get longer, leaner, more graceful and become a secret bad ***, take Be Ballet Buff. Class begins with floor work (stretching/strengthening exercises) followed by standing work (basic ballet movements like plie, tendue, passe...) Standing work is purposefully done without a barre, so you are forced to train and use your muscles to hold yourself properly.
Be Ballet Buff with Misty Clark (low intensity)
When you see a ballerina walking down the street, you can't miss her. She's long, lean, graceful and carries herself like royalty. All that femininity and poise, who would guess she's strong enough to kick your butt?! If you want a low impact workout that will help you get longer, leaner, more graceful and become a secret bad ***, take Be Ballet Buff. Class begins with floor work (stretching/strengthening exercises) followed by standing work (basic ballet movements like plie, tendue, passe...) Standing work is purposefully done without a barre, so you are forced to train and use your muscles to hold yourself properly.
- Perfect complement to your cardio workouts
- A low-impact class that uses ballet-based exercises to help tone and lengthen the leg and arm muscles, strengthen the core, lift and tighten the rear!!
- Helps improve flexibility, balance and strength
- Apply what you learn to improve your posture and protect yourself from injury
- Absolutely no dance experience necessary
Attire: Form fitting top so you can clearly evaluate your posture. Pants you can move in.
Shoes: Ballet shoes or bare feet (you don't need shoes)
Optional: Yoga mat or beach towel for floor work
Student Testimonials: ...This class definitely worked out, by stretching, strengthening, and flexing, muscles I didn't know existed, as well as focusing on posture... Misty is a great teacher- you can tell she knows what she's talking about and is able to help everyone in the class with adjustments and proper form, while not coming off as a scary mean ballerina type of teacher you might picture from movies. I definitely love this class as an alternative to pilates or yoga and will be back for more. (Sarah W.) I just went to my first be ballet buff class and LOVED it... Misty makes everyone in her class feel capable and empowered and lovely - what a wonderful feeling to have when exercising! (Emily H.)
Shoes: Ballet shoes or bare feet (you don't need shoes)
Optional: Yoga mat or beach towel for floor work
Student Testimonials: ...This class definitely worked out, by stretching, strengthening, and flexing, muscles I didn't know existed, as well as focusing on posture... Misty is a great teacher- you can tell she knows what she's talking about and is able to help everyone in the class with adjustments and proper form, while not coming off as a scary mean ballerina type of teacher you might picture from movies. I definitely love this class as an alternative to pilates or yoga and will be back for more. (Sarah W.) I just went to my first be ballet buff class and LOVED it... Misty makes everyone in her class feel capable and empowered and lovely - what a wonderful feeling to have when exercising! (Emily H.)
Integrated Stretch with Gina Masullo (low intensity)
Integrated Stretch incorporates the techniques and movements of yoga, pilates and modern/contemporary dance to release tension, increase flexibility, improve balance and increase range of motion. A slow, consistent pace helps build strength and stamina.
- Mix of standing and floor work
- Standing work focuses on balance, alignment and contraction/release of joints
- Floor work further opens the joints for a deeper stretch
- No dance experience necessary.
Attire: Breathable, comfortable clothes you can move in.
Shoes: No shoes, bare feet.
Recommended: Yoga mat or towel for floor work
Shoes: No shoes, bare feet.
Recommended: Yoga mat or towel for floor work
Student Testimonials: I absolutely love Integrated Stretch. I think it gets better each week as Gina refines her approach, and I wish it were offered more frequently... I think it's great that it comes after an intense cardio class because my muscles are so warm that they're almost floppy; I'm certainly more flexible than I could possibly be coming in cold. I'm also grateful for the balance element of the class. (Emily P.)
Hip Hop Fitness with Diana or Carly (intensity varies throughout class)
Inspired by your favorite music videos, this hour of awesome hip hop music & moves will have you dancing like a pop star diva! The music is amazing and like Zumba, the steps are designed to be easy-to-follow. The time will fly by, you'll have a great time and you'll get an amazing workout. It doesn't get better than that! For all ages & levels.
- Similar structure to Zumba, easy-to-follow moves set to awesome music
- Mix of old-school & contemporary hip hop songs
- Absolutely no dance experience necessary
Attire: Breathable, layerable clothes you can move in. Sports bra recommended.
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Student Testimonials: You do what you can and you really enjoy yourself because you forget it's exercise. (Gelina T.) ...she definitely kicks your butt but you have fun the entire time. (Michelle T.)
Rhythm Core with Diana Dove (moderate intensity/low impact)
Who knew a killer core workout could be this much fun? Every move in Rhythm Core is set to the beat of heart-pumping music so you'll be dancing your way to six-pack abs, improved posture, reduced back pain and lower risk of injury. You don't want to miss this booty-shaking, core blasting class! Rhythm Core Tips/Techniques
- Perfect complement to your cardio workouts
- Combines floor and standing work
- Challenges your core, sculpting the abdominal definition you've always wanted
- Balances ab work with strength moves for the back & glutes--integral parts of a completely toned core.
- No dance experience necessary.
Attire: Form fitting, breathable, comfortable clothes you can move in.
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Recommended: Yoga mat or towel for floor work.
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Recommended: Yoga mat or towel for floor work.
NEW! MD&F Mash-Up with Misty, Carly or Diana (intensity varies throughout class)
Mash-Up "mashes" 3 different types of MD&F classes into one diverse, action-packed, fun-filled hour. All 3 types receive equal time in the hour. All steps, no matter the class type, are easy to follow and modify. Everyone takes class at their own pace. Each instructor's Mash-Up is unique, offering you a fast and easy way to try all of the classes we offer. Misty's Mash-Up = latin dance (a la Zumba) + Kick it Up + Be Ballet Buff. Carly's Mash-Up = latin dance (a la Zumba) + Kick it Up + Hip Hop Fitness. Diana's Mash-Up = latin dance (a la Zumba) + Rhythm Core + Hip Hop Fitness.
Mash-Up "mashes" 3 different types of MD&F classes into one diverse, action-packed, fun-filled hour. All 3 types receive equal time in the hour. All steps, no matter the class type, are easy to follow and modify. Everyone takes class at their own pace. Each instructor's Mash-Up is unique, offering you a fast and easy way to try all of the classes we offer. Misty's Mash-Up = latin dance (a la Zumba) + Kick it Up + Be Ballet Buff. Carly's Mash-Up = latin dance (a la Zumba) + Kick it Up + Hip Hop Fitness. Diana's Mash-Up = latin dance (a la Zumba) + Rhythm Core + Hip Hop Fitness.
Attire: Breathable, layerable clothes you can move in. Sports bra recommended.
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
Shoes: Dance sneakers or lightweight cross trainers. No running shoes!
M Dance & Fitness
Owner, Misty Clark
New York, NY
ph: (212) 361-9948
misty
