Student Performance Opportunity

Student Performance Showcase in August

Burlesque at Work It in Norwalk

Calling all Work It clients!  Here’s your chance to show your friends and family what you have learned in class!

Perform as a group, a trio, a duet, or a solo.  Choose to perform Bellydance, Burlesque, Pole, or a style from Fusion Dance Fitness.  Perform in as many numbers as you would like!

The performance date (either August 3 or 4th) will be based on the availability of the majority of clients.

To inquire about performing, talk to any of your instructors and let us know!

Pole Dancing Competition Comes to Work It!

On August 18th 2013, Work It will be hosting Connecticut’s first Pole Dance America regional competition.

Pole Dancing Competition

Pole Dance America competition comes to Norwalk, CT!

This is the first systematic competition in the country that allow competitors to demonstrate technical skills, form, individuality and creativity while the competitors stay within the parameters of the rules to gain maximum points with the unique scoring system. Competitors from all across America will have an opportunity to showcase in the NEW ERA of Fitness and  competitive world of pole dance – Gymnastically formatted.

There will be two divisions athletes can compete in:

AMATEUR: This division is for the novice competitor age 16 and up - CANNOT or HAVE EVER made an income from pole dancing such as a Current or Former Insturctor, Performer, Club Dancer and/or Studio Owner.

PROFESSIONAL: This Division is for the experienced athlete, age 18 and up- Makes an income from pole dancing: Instructor, Club, Performer and/or Competed on a State, Regional, National or International Level.

There will be two rounds of competition in each division:

The Compulsory Round
This round is performed with no shoes and no music. The purpose of this round is to focus on only the technique of the performer. Judges will be looking for a specific list of criteria such as floor work, spins, climbs, inversions, strength moves, and flexibility moves.  Criteria for each division can be found on the PDA website.

The Performance Round
This round will be comprised of a musical freestyle performance (4:15 to 4:45 minutes). Scoring will be done based on: Technique & Theatrical skills. Creativity and originality are very important factors in this round.

For Rules and Regulations for each division, visit the PDA website.

Previous Winners and Competitors:

Stephanie Skyy – 2013 PDA Professional Champion and Ms Creativity
Helen Eva Remero – 2013 PDA Amateur Champion
Jennifer Huff- 2012 SRPDF & 2011 Ms Texas
Aerial Sabrina – 2011 Ms North Carolina and 2012 SRPDF Ms Fitness
Sabrina Madsen – 2012 Ms Georgia – 2013 PDA Ms Fitness
Nicole Hall – 2012 Ms Tennessee – 2013 PDA People’s Choice and 2013 PDA Ms Echo
Jacqueline Santos – Ms Texas – 2011 Ms Echo, Ms Technique and 2nd Place
LULU – People’s Choice
Nicki Shaw – 2010 Ms Georgia
Anne Elise aka “Farrah Frost” – 2013 PDA Ms Flexibility

For more information on competing in this competition, visit the PDA website!

SALSA DANCING Now at Work It Dance and Fitness!

Salsa Dancing

New Salsa Class at Work It Dance and Fitness in Norwalk, CT

What is Salsa?  Salsa is a popular social dance throughout the Caribbean, Central America, South America as well as in North America (Principally Mexico), Europe, Australia, and some countries in Asia and the Middle East.

What can I expect?  You will sweat off the pounds as you move to hot Latin beats.  Learn the actual moves that inspired the Zumba craze!
No dance experience is necessary.

 

About Paula: Paula has already developed a strong following of clients in her pole dancing classes at Work It.  She has always had a love for dance and movement and in college she was part of a Latin performing group called C.O.L.A.D.A.

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Discount on Pole Dancing Lessons and Cardio Dance Classes at Work It in Norwalk CT!

Have you been dying to try pole dancing?  Now here’s your chance! We believe if you take a few classes you too will be hooked! (Men are invited to take classes too!)

Pole Dance classes in Norwalk

Best Pole Dancing deal in CT

Work It Dance and Fitness is running a special with Living Social from 5/31/13 to 6/6/13! Check it out…

CLICK HERE TO GO TO LIVING SOCIAL AND PURCHASE THIS DEAL! 

Whether you’re a newbie or an aficionado of the calorie-kicking workout provided in pole dancing classes, this trendy South Norwalk studio can kick your routines up a notch with plenty of pole fitness options and cardio dance classes, too:

• $35 (regularly $115) for three pole dance classes
• $25 (regularly $54) for three cardio dance classes
• Tons of classes for varying skill levels offered daily

The pole dance classes are designed for varying abilities. You can start with Intro to Pole Dancing to get you comfortable with the style and movements. Then, move on alternative options like Sensual Movements, Spins and Tricks, and more.

The cardio dance classes include options like Salsa, cardio hip-hop dance, and burlesque — all designed to pair fun music with dynamic moves for a workout that could help you develop lean muscles.

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PAID VALUE DOES NOT EXPIRE

PROMOTIONAL VALUE EXPIRES ON October 7, 2013

CLICK HERE TO GO TO LIVING SOCIAL AND PURCHASE THIS DEAL! 

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

Most experts say mild to moderate exercise is fine when feeling sick 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

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Client Spotlight ~ Allison L!

This month’s client spotlight is on:

Allison L!

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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

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

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!

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!

 

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.