How sick do I have to be to skip a workout?

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Michelle

Most experts say mild to moderate exercise is fine if you pass the “neck check,” which means that your symptoms are above the neck (for example, a runny nose or a sore throat). Having symptoms that involve other areas of the body-fever, extreme tiredness, muscle aches, and swollen lymph glands- indicates that you need to take it easy. “Bed rest and a gradual progression back to normal workouts are recommended,” says David C. Nieman, a professor of health science at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC.
-Fitness Magazine May 2013 issue

Pole Jam with Rafaela Montanaro!

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Michelle

International Pole Athlete Rafaela Montanaro will be visiting Work It Dance and Fitness for

Come Pole Jam with Rafaela!

an exciting POLE JAM!!!

FRIDAY APRIL 19th 7:00-10:00PM
$45.00 PP
Register HERE Only 18 spots total!

What is a Pole Jam?

An informal gathering where pole dancers of all levels can share moves, tips, and technique. This is a great opportunity to learn from a pole celebrity as well as from each other!
Feel free to bring adult beverages and snacks for after the pole!

About Rafaela Montanaro:

Rafaela is from São Paulo, Brazil. She started in gymnastics at the age of 3, and quit at 12. Soon after she began studying classical ballet, jazz and modern dance. At the age of 16, she joined the circus where she trained mostly in hand balancing. When she was 17, she started training in kung-fu, and made the national team in 2006.
In 2008 she graduated from college with a Physical Education masters degree.
She started poling at the beginning of 2009, and since then received many titles including:

• South America Bi-Champion 2012
• Pole Fit Champion at IPC 2012
• 5th Place at Pole Art 2012
• 2nd Place at Pole World Cup 2011
• Brazilian National Champion 2011
• Pole Fit Champion at IPC 2010
• Best Tricks at Miss Pole Dance World 2010
• 3rd place at Miss Pole Dance World 2010
• South American Champion 2009
• Brazilian National Champion 2009

Watch Rafaela perform by clicking HERE

Couples Hip-Hop Dance Class ~ Valentine’s Day with Morris Parker

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Michelle

Couples Hip-Hop Dance Class
Valentine’s Day with Morris Parker

When: Thursday February 14th 7:30-8:30pm
What: Bring a friend and save 50%!

If you want to dance like Usher, Beyonce, or other video stars, then this class is for you! Combining hip-hop, aerobics and jazz, these classes are fun packed calorie burners.
Purchase your class and bring your significant other, sibling, or friend to dance class with you for 50% off!
Absolutely no dance experience is needed! Just bring your dance partner and your ability to have fun!

To register, call 203-803-9398 to receive the 50% off discount for your loved one!

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Client Spotlight ~ Allison L!

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Michelle

This month’s client spotlight is on:

Allison L!

Started at Work It: Oct 7, 2011

Occupation: Gear Inspector at Sikorsky Aircraft

Home: Seymour, CT

Hobbies: Working on cars, racing, snowboarding, and of course…pole dancing!

Tell us about your Work It experience: I got into pole by taking an intro class at work it dance and fitness October 2011, I saw videos of a friend doing it online and though it would be something I would enjoy. It seemed like a very fun way to get in shape. After my first class I was instantly hooked and could not get enough of it.

For me, pole has given me confidence and motivation I never thought I would have. I always strive to get better and learn new tricks and the pole community is the most supportive environment I’ve ever been apart of. I’m currently in the best shape of my life because of pole. I had to stop taking classes to get knee surgery and had a 4 month recovery period, which caused me to gain a lot of weight. In the past 4 months I lost 20 pounds with pole fitness being my only workout.

I have perform at the Sono Arts Festival, a student showcase in Vernon, and recently I performed up in Boston at the Supershag Invitational Championships. I plan on performing another showcase in Vernon and the CT Pole Showcase this winter.

Dance for Cancer ~ A Celebration of Survival

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Michelle

In honor of breast cancer awareness month, Work It Dance and Fitness is hosting

Dance for Cancer

A Celebration of Survival

Sunday October 28th

Funds donated will benefit The C.H.A.I.N. Fund, Inc.

Show your support by wearing pink and and joining us for three amazing events:

1:00 PM Welcome Reception

1:30 PM Pole Dance for Pink $15.00 donation

Learn the art of Pole Fitness while donating to a life altering cause. No dance or fitness experience necessary . Everyone will have a chance to learn something! Women AND men are invited to participate. (Think Cirque du Soleil©.)

2:30 PM Burlesque for Breasts $15.00 donation

Find your “inner diva” through this fun & flirty class. A mix of burlesque, jazz, and theater dance (think “Chicago”) will give you a sexy attitude and confidence…no matter what your body type is. No dance experience necessary!

3:30 PM Silent Auction

Come bid on a variety of items including gift baskets, private parties, jewelry, and other fantastic offerings!

For more information call 203-803-9398 or email at info@workitfit.com

Show Us Your Sexy Alter Ego

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Michelle

Are you ready for a WICKED good time?

Work It Dance and Fitness is proud to present:
A HALLOWEEN PARTY for the Grown and Sexy!

* Pole Dancing Lessons!
* Pole Playtime
* Adult Beverages (Must be 21+ yrs old to drink)
* Candy
* and More!

Saturday October 27th 8:00pm to Midnight
$10.00 online/ $15.00 at the door

Costumes strongly encouraged!

Located in the heart of Downtown Norwalk (SoNo).

Click HERE to reserve your tickets.
or
Go to www.workitfit.com and click on “View Class Schedule”.

New Dance Workshop, No Experience Necessary!

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Michelle

The music is pumping. Your hips are swaying. You feet are moving. You are smiling because you feel GREAT!

It’s Modern Dance, West African, and Hip-Hop.

It’s Fusion Dance Fitness!

SATURDAY OCTOBER 20th!!!
1:00pm to 2:00pm

Guest Instructor Cory Murphy

Cory Murphy

$15.00 ONLINE

$20.00 AT THE DOOR
No Dance Experience Required!
** Free for Unlimited Class Package Clients! **

Only 20 Spaces Available!

Click HERE to sign up!

WHAT IS FUSION DANCE FITNESS?

Fusion Dance Fitness is a style that blends dance genres together to create energetic and beautiful movement. Just as music adopts, adapts, and blends various influences and styles, Fusion accomplishes the same by way of dance.Have a ball as we tone and strengthen abs, legs, butt, and arm muscles, enhance flexibility, and burn away calories with a triad connection between Modern dance, West African, and Hip-Hop.

ABOUT CORY MURPHY

Cory started his studies in modern dance while in his ninth grade year of high school. Growing up in Fayetteville, NC, Cory studied under two highly skilled dance instructors: Asha Bala, a well trained modern dance and Indian Bharatanatyam instructor and Charlene Cox a well known Modern, Jazz and African instructor.Cory’s skills include West African, Modern, Hip-Hop and Jazz dance styles. He has taught in various workshops and performed in different venues throughout out the east coast and the mid west.

Michelle Chosen as Judge for the American Pole Fitness Championship!

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Michelle

The highly anticipated 3rd annual event of the American Pole Fitness Championships will take place live at the Manhattan Center, New York City, October 12, 2012 at 630pm. Door/Red carpet will open at 5pm. Men and women will compete for their individual gender division for the coveted title. The championships will be divided into 2 parts this year, –Elite and Masters Division.

The Masters Division is to be judged by APFA’s carefully selected esteemed individuals from around the world in pole sport who will award the coveted American Pole Fitness Champion titles to a male and female respectively at the theater after a live performance. These judges include:

(Click on the name to learn more about each judge.)

Michelle Abbruzzese (USA)

Marina Cavallini (Sweden)

Loic Lebret (France)

Efrain Vivas (Venezuela)

To purchase tickets for this fantastically athletic event, click HERE.

Lose Inches in as Little as 45 minutes!

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Michelle

It really does work!

Expect “ultimate” results with this amazing 45-minute body Applicator! The Ultimate Body Applicator is a non-woven cloth wrap that has been infused with a powerful, botanically-based formula to deliver maximum tightening, toning, and firming results where applied to the skin.

Tightens, tones, & firms
Minimizes cellulite appearance
Improves skin texture & tightness
Mess-free and simple to use
Results in as little as 45 minutes
Progressive results over 72 hours
Made with natural ingredients

Many of our clients and staff have had AMAZING results with the body wrap! Just ask Laura, Nancy, Melody, Latanya, Micki, Dora, Mara-Lynne, Paula, Erika, Holly, Tara, Naja, Tony, Sandra, Lexi, Angela, Kelly , and Michelle to name a few! Better yet, ask to see their results!

It only takes 5 minutes to get wrapped and you only have to wear it for 45 minutes to see results! (Can be worn up to 8-10 hours) Call to make your appointment to “get wrapped” today.

$30.00 per Wrap

$99.00 for a Box of 4

Wraps available now!

For appointments: 203-803-9398

Client Spotlight!

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Michelle

This months client spotlight is on Paula D!

Paula has been part of the Work It family of clients for a little over 1 1/2 years. She spends her days as an Office manager / Executive Assistant and her nights practicing her passion, pole fitness. Paula was not a dancer, gymnast, or an acrobat growing up. Her only dance experience was when she decided to take up Salsa dancing, which she did for a short time before discovering pole.

“I wanted to do something fun. I tried to gather a few of my friends together to take a pole class with me. When they all decided not to go, I decided to go by myself.” Paula caught the “pole bug” and has been practicing her art ever since.

“I didn’t even know I could do this” says Paula.

I had the pleasure of watching Paula’s development over the past year, mentally and physically. She has become very strong, very confident, and a beautiful dancer. She progressed so well, she performed in behalf of Work It at the SoNo Arts Festival.

So next time you come to take a pole class, Flex & Stretch, Tone and Tighten, Sensual Movements II, or any other class, say hi to Paula! You will be glad you did!

Watch Paula’s first public performance! VIDEO