149 E 72nd St
New York, NY 10021
(212) 535-6556
The New York International Salsa Congress is New York City's PREMIER Latin dance and music event where the world comes to dance no matter your style and/or age, whether you're an amateur or professional dancer. Held for 4 days & 5 nights every Labor Day Weekend, which was rightfully declared the Official New York Salsa Dance & Music Festival Weekend by Mayor Bloomberg in 2005. For one long week enjoy Official Pre-Launch parties at different locations in New York City starting from Sunday to Wednesday before the event, then on Thursday the main event begins. With the Full Pass VIP Package you'll have the opportunity to choose from and enjoy: Over 50 Instructional Dance Workshops from Beginner to Advanced levels in different styles of Latin dance, taught by the most sought-after, world-renowned Instructors. Over 90 Spectacular Performance Showcases featuring the hottest local and international dance groups from Thursday to Sunday. Our Live Concert Series with some of the most well-known and loved bands in the salsa world, plus DJs spinning the Salsa and Bachata beats so you can dance the rest of the night away. All of this and more on Labor Day Weekend, right smack in the HEART of Times Square and New York City, steps from iconic sites like the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Madison Square Garden under one roof, at the prestigious New York Marriott Maruis - 1535 Broadway, New York, NY 10036. Team NYISC's mission is to take this event to the next level and pay tribute to the CAPITAL OF THE WORLD, the MECCA OF SALSA, New York City. As we move forward and continue the tradition, we are excited for you to see what’s to come. Since this is the city that never sleeps, there’s absolutely no sleeping till Tuesday. Oh and whatever happens at the New York International Salsa Congress stays at the New York International Salsa Congress. We hope you will join us!
Founded in 1983, Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana is one of America’s most prominent, culturally-specific dance companies, serving more than 40,000 people nationwide each year through far-reaching programs that entertain, educate and empower. Our mission is to: promote flamenco as a living art form and a vital part of Hispanic heritage; produce and perform high quality dance works; and provide arts education programs that catalyze connections among young people, while nurturing the new generations of Spanish dance artists and educators. We believe that the universal spirit of flamenco – with diverse influences from Arab, Jewish, Gypsy, Spanish, and Latin American cultures – gives this art form a unique power to build bridges between people.
BALLET & BODY, a new dance and fitness center opens September 15 at 325 E 65th Street. It offers dance classes for children, teens and adults and a special fitness class : Ballet Body(TM) Fitness After 33 years of running a successful and professional school in Great Neck, founder/director Roberta Senn brings her experience, expertise and an international faculty and staff of highly qualified professionals to a 2nd location: Manhattan. BALLET classes range from 2 year olds with Mommy or Caregiver and Pre-Ballet for 3-5 year olds to graded levels of Ballet training for 6 year olds to teens. Pointe, Hip/Hop Jazz, Theatre Dance and Tap are also offered. Classes for adults include Ballet Technique, Hip/Hop Jazz, Ballroom Dance, Argentine Tango and Tap. Our school in Great Neck is known for its full length end of year productions including Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and many more. The tradition will continue in Manhattan providing students opportunities to dance alongside professionals in fully staged and costumed theatrical productions. BODY features a class for non-dancers which Roberta has taught for 25 years in Manhattan and Great Neck: Ballet Body(TM) Fitness. 25 minutes of stretches followed by a REAL Ballet Barre with training exercises developed over 350 years result in lengthened muscles, no bulk, no fat, with elegant carriage and posture, achieving the body of a ballet dancer without having to be one.
Fred Astaire Dance Studios have been teaching individuals and couples of all ages to dance for the past 61 years. We specialize in social ballroom and competitive dances, including Cha Cha, Bolero, Swing, Mambo, Paso Doble, Waltz, Tango, Fox Trot, Quick Step, Viennese Waltz, Merengue, Salsa, Rumba, and Samba. Students learn through a variety of instructional programs with private lessons for singles and couples, groups classes, and practice parties with a focus on one-on-one dance instruction. This personalized approach allows us to create a tailor-made program just for you, and our welcoming studio environment makes our facility the perfect place to hone your skill, no matter what level you are currently at. Mornings and weekends are available by appointment. Contact us today to get started!
A unique ballet program in New York City, The Ballet Club and Children's Creative Dance Club offer students a foundation of life skills; physical health, intellectual stimulation, confidence, discipline, and fun! *What we offer: -Ballet classes for children and adults -summer intensives -summer dance and art camp -recreational and pre-professional divisions -adult open classes for all levels. -Private lessons -Ballet and choreography coaching for figure skaters -Birthday parties -Studio Rentals
It is the mission of East Side Dance Co. to harness each student’s unique talent and serve as a creative outlet. It is our priority to create a safe, judgment-free space and encourage self-expression. While allowing students to tap into their individual artistry to bring their imaginations to life, we will also encourage personal growth through a structured learning environment. We strive to maximize each child’s potential and set goals that cater to each student’s needs.
Who are we? Dance Star Academy provides instruction in International and American style ballroom dancing. We offer the best social ballroom dance curriculum in the world and through our ability to interpret ideas through rhythmic expressions, our students become some of the finest dancers in the world. You can dance! Dancing is as easy as walking once you are tough by a Dance Star Academy expert. And you ca dance at any age. The majority of our students range in age from 20 to 60, but we have students in their 70’s, and we have trained and coached young children and teens Romance rhymes with dance Ballroom dancing is as romantic as it is enjoyable. For years the world’s greatest romantics have known the best way to a lady’s heart is to sweep he across the dance floor. Holding, touching and moving to the music is the most romantic skill any couple can add to their lives. Think of all the countless number of relationships that would have never started but for the world’s best icebreaker — “may I have this dance”. Fitness is easy With the pressures of job, family and social obligations tugging us every which way, it’s more and more difficult to find time for exercise. The dance floor is a simple and ideal solution. Fashion is fun From high society weddings to fashion magazines, formal ball gowns and skirts have returned to haute couture and Hollywood. Not surprisingly, these fashions have also returned to mainstream American wardrobes. Dance at your wedding Brides and grooms who want to give a polished and graceful performance on their big day are increasingly opting to take dance lessons to help prepare for what may be the performance of their lifetimes. This will probably be recorded for posterity! The dances you can learn Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Peabody, V. Waltz, Quickstep, Bolero, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Merengue, Paso Doble, Rumba, Samba, Swing, Hustle, and Jive. Our location We have three locations. • 131 West 72nd Street. • 939 8th Avenue at 56th Street. • 3501 Riverdale Avenue
Award winning Competitive Dance Teams! Danced halftime,at the Barclay Center for the Nets Vrs 76ers www.shootingstarsnyc.com Voice, Acting, Dance!
Welcome to a full body workout that harnesses your girl power and celebrates your womanly beauty. Blood, Sweat and Tease is a burlesque-inspired bootcamp class that combines cardio-vascular, strength training and various dance styles designed to make sweaty look sexy. With a strong emphasis on positive body image and loving appreciation for all our glorious curves, my goal is to work your best assets, packed with plenty of spice, sizzle and shimmies to bring out the goddess in you! At Blood, Sweat and Tease, you will not only learn to love your reflection, but gain self-confidence and unashamed womanliness!
Our Manhattan location near Central Park is a full-service bike shop. We sell brand-name bicycles, such as KHS and Bianchi and others for adults and children, clothing and accessories. Our service department repairs all brands, and promises quick turn-around, finishing most repairs while you wait. By the way, you get an estimate within 10% before we begin the repair, and we give you back your old parts. RENTALS? Have we got rentals for you! Mountain bikes, race bikes, children's bikes, children's trail-a-bike, car racks, helmets, and locks.
Kettlebell-based fitness for small groups. Includes flexibility and bodyweight exercises. The SFG-approved method of kettlebell instruction, which emphasizes performance and safety as coexisting, is taught. Highly effective, enjoyable, and safe workouts.
PHILOSOPHY PUNCH Fitness Center is an experience. Our method is defined in 3 stages in which your body changes along with your psyche. We will guide you from your early stages, walk behind you when you begin to realize your ability, and walk next to you when you begin train like a warrior. We maintain a saying: “You knew you were ready from your first step through the doors." UNITY Your initial steps require guidance. We call this UNITY because your trainer becomes one with your mind & spirit. Your Sokumaster recognizes your limitations, and sees the route to crossing them. Trust them as you would yourself. Let their confident voice become yours, and you will realize your ability to go beyond. STRUGGLE Your spirit takes over the struggle. You hear your voice differentiate from your Sokumaster. Continuing to ask you for nothing less than YOU, they proud-fully watch you demand for more. Here you need to hear each other. You see yourself evolving as an individual, and your Sokumaster the guide. PROGRESS You have felt victory each time before, and your palette has acquired a taste for it. Who dares take you to your next level today?
Pilates Reforming New York is a Pilates legend in NYC. We offer more reformer classes than anyone in the world. We strive to provide the most affordable Pilates in NYC and to make it convenient, affordable and accessible for everyone. We are dedicated to introducing our students to the wonderful benefits of Pilates. Our passion is to show you how it will positively impact and improve the quality of both your personal and professional lives. The wide range of exercises available and the creativity of our exceptional teaching staff makes the possibilities limitless. At Pilates Reforming New York, we offer more Pilates reformer classes than anyone in the world. We have three NYC locations, and we are determined to make Pilates affordable and accessible to everyone. Join us today!
TS Fitness is a top personal training, semi-private training and group high intensity training (HIIT) studio in NYC. We approach our clients as individuals, to develop customized and progressive programs based on the top teachings in the industry to achieve real results. TS stands for our training method, TAMIR SYSTEMS created by our Founder, Noam Tamir. It also stands for our belief TOGETHER STRONGER - our emphasis of personal growth through community.
Come have a blast with Galaxy Sports & Adventure! We specialize in fun skill development .... We coach all ages & skill levels...we coach all sports including lacrosse, football, baseball, and more (no curling) Our adventure activities include team building, project adventure, archery, rock wall climbing, and more. Let us create & run the perfect sports or adventure program for your kids (or adults - corporate dodgeball, adult kickball birthday parties, whatever) We do it all....if not we'll figure it out. (Fine, we'll do curling).
Open since 2004, Velocity Sports Performance is New York City’s only speed, power and agility training center that offers programs for everyone regardless of age, gender, skill level and fitness goals. Whether you are a student, elite athlete or simply an adult looking to get in better shape, we have the program for you. Velocity Sports Performance is the national leader in performance enhancement training and we support each athlete in their quest for excellence. Our proven training, elite curriculum and professional equipment allow children 8-18 and active adults the opportunity to train like the pros. We believe that competence breeds confidence and that athletic performance improvement can be taught and mastered like any other skill. What keeps us on the cutting edge? Our Center *25-yard turf football field ideal for perfecting multi-directional movements in an indoor setting *Four lane indoor sprint track ideal for linear speed development *Olympic weightlifting equipment used to build explosive power and core strength Aside from being the top sports performance center in New York, Velocity Sports Performance-NYC is also one of the best independent trainer gyms in the city. If you are a personal trainer with clients in the midtown-east area, come see why many of the city's best trainers choose to make VSP-NYC their second home.
Sitaras Fitness is a state-of-the-art private gym, where John Sitaras and his rigorous, results-focused methodology have attracted an exclusive, high-powered membership for everyone.
Our mission at Physical Equilibrium is to empower our clients to attain optimal health through personal training, athletic coaching and balanced nutrition. We are New York City's premier personal training boutique. Busy executives, small business owners, students, aspiring athletes, and expecting moms choose Physical Equilibrium personal trainers, triathlon/running coaches, and registered dietitians to help them achieve their fitness and nutrition goals.
LR HiT FiT is a Personal Training Service Specializing on 1 on 1, Semi- Private & Group Personal Training Incorporating many methods of training like: High Kettlebell Conditioning, TRX suspension straps, Battling ropes, Tabata based workouts and many other modalities. I'm a Titliest Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Pro. We train Golfers to Conditionally get Fit to improve their golf game. I also perform "Shoulder & Lower Back Rehab" We offer a Complimentary Evaluation Consultation, consisting of postural muscle alignment. body composition, strength & flexibility tests
What better view is there of New York City than through the ears of a horse? We offer: -Scenic photo opportunities in Central Park -Special (three or more guests) group booking rates -Horseback riding lessons -Helmets provided The rate for this one of a kind experience is $125 per person for a 1 hour and 15 minute ride. We also offer a 2 hour ride for $200 per person. Reservations are preferred at least one week in advance to ensure your requested date and time slot. No prior riding experience is necessary. We meet all scheduled riders in the park on the bridle path next to Tavern on the Green. This is an exclusive opportunity for an incomparable riding experience.
As you strive to give your children the best foundation for success,The Little Gym of the Upper East Side is here to help you along the way. After decades of research and hands-on experience, The Little Gym has more than 300 locations in 21 countries; all focused on helping children achieve a lifetime of success. Our professionally developed, non-competitive programs have been designed to build motor skills in a fun and nurturing environment, while fostering enhanced emotional, intellectual and social skills. For over 30 years, parents have relied on The Little Gym of the UES to help their kids build the skills and confidence that will enhance every aspect of their lives. Children are encouraged to try their best, not be the best. This philosophy has served The Little Gym of Upper East Side and its members well, and it now sets the standard for high-quality children's development programs.
Sheridan Fencing Academy employs an exciting, unique approach to sports training, creating some of the best fencers in the US. Go to www.SheridanFencing.com to see some of what we do.