Let’s face it, we are creatures of habit. Despite having a membership that is ALLLL about adding variety into your routine, finding a few studios that you love and sticking to those for your weekly workouts is the pattern most of us follow. Well, we’re here to help bust you out of that mindset because no change, physical or mental, ever comes from comfort zones! So we have put together a list of what we think are the ‘coolest’ and most unique classes in Dallas that you need to try ASAP!
1.Deep Tissue Sports Recovery Chair- Sports Massage: A 15 Minute – Deep Tissue Sports Recovery Chair- Sports Massage helps the body recover quickly and speeds the rebuilding phase of muscle conditioning.It also alleviates pain and stiffness associated with delayed muscle soreness which can occur 24-48 hours after a workout. Studio | Mohler Cryotherapy
2.Reform + Rebound: It’s the best of both worlds! The class consists of part Pilates on the REFORMER, part cardio on the REBOUNDER (mini-trampoline). It may sound like it’s like adult recess, but don’t let the trampoline fool you! This class will leave your inner thighs, glutes and calves burning (in a good way, of course)! Don’t forget to bring your non-slip socks, towel and water bottle! Studio | Beyond-Preston Hollow
3.TRX/Kettlebell Conditioning: Build strength, tone muscle and burn fat in this fast-paced and high-intensity class. Our unique blend of TRX suspension training and kettlebell conditioning will lengthen and strengthen your muscles to build explosive power. If you’re looking to build lean muscle, while also maximize your metabolic state, then this is the perfect class for you! Studio | VITAL Fitness Studio
4. Meditation – 15: Gain the stillness and peace of mind achieved with meditation during this short 15-minute meditation practice designed to help you move through your days in a more mindful manner, with a heightened sense of mental clarity and focus. Numerous studies have proven the many benefits associated with meditation practice, and some of the most successful people today strongly advocate it. An exercise for the mind, meditation is one of the most powerful tools to help you achieve your highest potential. Our Meditation 15 class is perfect for beginners and seasoned meditators, and is open to Urban Vybe Basic and Premier Members. Studio | Urban Vybe
5.Baby and Belly: This class is open to both pregnant bellies and postpartum moms with babies! Belly Mommies (women in all stages of pregnancy and yoga experience), the class will focus on poses and techniques that can ease the common ailments of pregnancy to help prepare for childbirth. Baby Mommies (women who are feeling fine at 6 weeks postpartum. Mommies who had a Cesarean-section should wait a little longer—8 to 10 weeks; check with your doctor or midwife), your babies can begin any time, and tend to enjoy the class until they are up and moving. You are welcome to feed your baby (by breast or bottle) any time during class in the studio, and to change baby’s diaper any time, too. We recommend that you bring a blanket for your baby to lie on. Studio | The Yoga Movement
6. Cyrotherapy: A quick way to help you recover before or after you’ve been trying out all these new classes! A cryotherapy session will treat soft tissue and muscle injuries, help to reduce back pain and inflammation in your joints, boost your immune system and has been known to tread depression and mood disorder! Each session lasts for no longer than 3 minutes. It will be cold, but don’t worry, you will be supplied with little fuzzy booties for your feet and gloves for your hands! Studio | Mohler Cryotherapy
7.Pole Fitness: We break down some essential pole techniques and focus on safety, strength and flexibility to get you ready to spin, climb and move around the pole gracefully and confidently. No dance experience required! Classes begin with a thorough warm up and conditioning segment and followed with a thorough cool down. Bare legs are recommended as part of the class requires gripping of the pole with the legs. Please visit our FAQ page to find out more about what to wear/bring/expect.Reservation and pre-payment required in advance to secure your spot. At times, sharing a pole may be necessary to accommodate every student. This is a common practice in pole fitness as the workout is fairly strenuous and we promise a GREAT workout will be had by ALL!!! Studio | Altitude Fitness Frisco
8.Power Hour: Spacious turf and rubber-matted floor with room for heavyweight PRs, sled pulls, battle ropes and full-on sprints. Programming includes dynamic warmups with resistance bands, a well-structured workout, and post-workout myofacial release using foam rollers and targeted stretching. Studio | East Side Athletic Club
9.FXT: Cross training is the best way to produce a fit, slender body while achieving peak overall fitness. Functional Cross Training brings together a wide range of cutting-edge techniques, including plyometrics, intense circuit training, weight lifting, and TRX body-weight exercises.The results will be astounding—dramatically increased power, incredible endurance, packed-on lean muscle mass, and greatly reduced body fat. Whether the goal is dropping a little extra weight, shaving minutes off a marathon time, or building core strength for a more powerful tennis serve or golf swing, Functional Cross Training is the workout partner that will push you to your full potential. Studio | Tread Fitness
10.Deep Stretch: The Deep Stretch class uses passive poses held for longer periods of time to allow for a deep opening in the connective tissue of the hips, pelvis, spine and other areas of the body. Props such as blocks, straps and blankets may be used to help those who have limited flexibility or are just getting into their yoga practice. This practice is meditative and relaxing and beneficial to all. Studio | City Yoga
11.Beyond500: A great alternative to high-intensity interval training. With that same class style in mind, the BEYOND PHIT (Pilates Hybrid Interval Training) Method combines three disciplines to create the most efficient and balanced workout system: Pilates-inspired functional movements, cardio intervals on the Curve treadmill, and strength exercises. It’s time to show 500 calories who’s boss. Studio | Beyond500
12.S.H.R.E.D: Which stands for: Strength & Heart Rate EnDurance. With this class you’ll be able to get in a 60 minute full body workout, incorporating both strength exercises & various cardio intervals. The ultimate class to help you increase your metabolic rate, S.H.R.E.D will push you for the entire 60 minutes, but you’ll find changes happening quicker, your metabolism increasing and endurance levels sky rocketing to their highest levels. Don’t forget to ask for your complimentary heart rate monitor so you can see just how hard you’re working during the class! Studio | Burn-Dallas
13.Row & Resistance: An off-water style row workout that will never be the same twice. You will practice authentic rowing drills while we add in new strength training components to compliment your Indo-Row workout. Expect to work at your own pace. This class is open to all levels. Studio | Crowbar Cardio
14.Ballet Burn: The Ballet Burn- 60 minute class incorporating elements of ballet technique, yoga, functional movement, and dynamic cardio tracks. All fitness levels are welcome and there is no need for previous dance experience. Light weight sneakers or bare feet are recommended. Bring along some water and be prepared to sweat! Studio | The Ballet Burn
15. Aerial Contortion: Not only will you learn some of the basic moves of aerial yoga, but you’ll take the next steps in this practice to learn a variety of contortionist moves. Using the silks, rings and a variety of other equipment. Don’t be fooled though, this class is fun, but also requires strength and focus, which will result in a great workout! Studio | Moxie Mischief
16.Barre in the Park: Join The Barre Code every other Sunday at the beautiful Klyde Warren Park for Barre in the Park! A signature Barre Code class is a full-body workout that consists of isometric holds and heavy repetition, working muscles to fatigue to develop muscle stamina and endurance. The class finishes off with some deep full-body stretching. It is recommended that you bring a mat, towel and water bottle. Studio | The Barre Code Dallas
17. POUND: POUND is a full-body cardio jam session, combining light resistance with constant simulated drumming. The workout fuses cardio, Pilates, isometric movements, plyometrics and Isometric poses into a 45-minute series. Burn between 400 and 900+ calories per hour, strengthen and sculpt infrequently used muscles, and drum your way to a leaner, slimmer physique – all while rocking out to your favorite music! Studio | The Jam Box
18.Cycle + Sculpt: Ready to take YOUR fitness to the next level? The ‘cycle+sculpt’ challenge is waiting for you! Start with 28 mins of HIIC (high intensity interval cycling) using resistance mixed with sprints. Next we hop off the bike, grab weights and 20 mins of cardio driven, fat incinerating, total body sculpting comes your way! The ultimate challenge awaits you….. Are you ready? Studio | The Ride House
19.Reformer Jump: We’ve ramped up the intensity of our reformer class and added the jumpboard! Want that extra cardio without the impact? Look no further! The jumpboard offers amazing cardio and leg sculpting results. (50-minutes). Studio | BODYBAR FITNESSS