Three Reasons You Need Resistance Training
Resistance training should be a staple in anyone's fitness regimen. There are different workouts based on this concept, but it's essential to know why resistance training is valuable. Resistance training can makeover your metabolism, multiply lean muscle, and improve joint stability. When used correctly, it can prevent sports' related injuries. Fortunately, we're here to help you learn why resistance training is so beneficial to your health.
Metabolism Makeover
Did you know that the lean muscle mass in your body burns calories at rest? If you're performing resistance-based exercises several times a week, chances are your maintaining or increasing lean muscle mass. That means even when you're not doing those exercises, you're burning calories, and your body will easily store and use nutrients as energy. For example, glycogen, a product of sugar, is made and stored in your muscles. While you shouldn't just eat junk food on a daily basis, resistance training can help your body more efficiently use what you do eat.
Muscle Multiplier
Lean muscle mass isn't necessarily looking like the Hulk. It also provides a sculpted look that many people want. If you wish to look like Arnold or a ballerina, you'll need lean muscle mass to accomplish this goal. Cardiovascular training can be done in a way that mostly burns fat, but may not necessarily provide a lean look if little muscle mass involved. Be sure to include exercises with a resistance focus, whether you take barre classes or hit the weight room.
Joint Stabilization
Whether you consider yourself an athlete or not, the ability to prevent injury and maintain healthy joints is vital for everyday activity. Joints like your elbows and knees contain synovial fluid. This fluid should move around in the joint cavity to lubricate and provide shock absorption for the joints. Performing controlled resistance exercises is a great way to circulate synovial fluid. As a result, your joints will maintain a healthy range of motion. It also increases stabilization, providing a support network to keep your joints from going in directions in which they probably shouldn't go. That is important when it's time to break out your best dance moves.
Resistance training has the potential to makeover your metabolism, multiply your lean muscle mass and improve your joint stability. Add that to your dance fitness routine, and you've got a winning pair when you're ready to hit the dance floor!
If you're looking to add resistance training into your routine, check us out at Valeo Dance Fitness. At Valeo, we combine our love for healthy living with dancing to create invigorating workouts. Our workouts focus on healthy weight loss and stress relief that allows you to burn up to 1000 calories in one hour, tone your entire body, strengthen your core, and define waistline while having fun! To learn more about our group dance fitness, resistance training, and other classes, visit us online here!
Resistance Training: Why It Works
Resistance training has been around for over a century and continues to be a great way to build muscle, be healthy, and get fit. People everywhere put in the hard work needed to see results, but many do not know why it is working or how!
A Quick Science Lesson
When your body undergoes any form of resistance training, it sees it as a threat to its homeostasis, or balance. The human body is amazingly adept at staying as balanced as possible and will do what it must to keep up. For example, when someone lifts a weight, there are micro-tears throughout the body. The body then repairs the area, but instead of putting back what was there, it strengthens it as well. It is the same with dancing. The muscles of the legs strengthen and get rebuilt stronger, so the next session is potentially not as stressful. Dancing also will improve cardiovascular health as it strengthens the heart and lungs. Strengthening of the heart is an excellent benefit of exercise as it improves circulation and overall health.
Another lesser-known benefit of resistance training is the release of "feel good" hormones. When someone is working out hard, the body only knows it as a threat. In turn, it releases hormones like dopamine and adrenaline to strengthen you. This is why exercise can be so addicting and make someone experiencing a bad day have a positive attitude flip. This is also the reason why runners get what is known as "the runners high." While addictive hormones may sound bad, they pose no threat, and there is no harm from their release during exercise.
Signature Classes At Valeo
Resistance training is a signature part of our ValeoFit 1000 class. Dancing is a fantastic and fun way to get into shape and is easily learnable from one of our classes. You can learn about the studio and what we offer here, and if you have any more questions, feel free to contact us.
The Foundation of Ballroom Dancing
The key to dancing well with a partner and enjoying it is the right balance of leading and following. Although choreographed routines are used in competition and performance, ballroom dancing is, at its core, social dancing, which means that it relies on communication between the dancers. One leads, determining the direction they go and how far they move, and the other follows, keeping up with the changes without overstepping. It can be challenging, but with practice, you can make it look just as effortless as the professionals!
Leading
In ballroom dancing, the man generally leads. He almost always steps forward first, usually on his right foot. The man leads his partner through a variety of small movements and weight changes. For example, a slight backward pull of his shoulder indicates that she should step toward him, while a press against her raised hand tells her to step back. It's crucial to maintain a proper dance frame because, without it, those communications can get lost.
The lead has a lot of responsibility in the dance. It's his job to take his follower through every step, which means he has to make decisions on the fly if there's no choreography. This can be daunting, especially for beginners, but leading is just as important as knowing the steps.
Following
It's generally the woman's role to follow in a dance. That sounds easy, but it requires just as much skill as leading. She's just as responsible for maintaining the dance frame, and she must pay attention to all those small changes in her partner's hold. If she gets too close or too far away from him, their connection will be lost, and they'll lose the ability to dance together smoothly.
For many women, following is the hardest part of ballroom dancing. The follower shouldn't move at all until she gets a signal from her lead, regardless if he's off the beat or out of time. Every move she makes should be dictated by the lead, which can be difficult. Following requires trusting your partner to communicate well and make you look good.
Valeo Dance Fitness Studio offers private ballroom dance lessons with Asiya Khasnutdinova, voted Best Ballroom Dance Instructor in Atlanta. From salsa to swing, tango to foxtrot, we have the style for you! To start learning the art of lead and follow, contact us today!
Sharing Some Good News!
COVID-19 has caused stress and chaos for those around the globe. In recent weeks the US has seen a sharp change in daily activities such as working, daily activities, and especially working out. This has been a huge adjustment for everyone. At Valeo, we realize how stressful this is so rather than sharing bad news, we want to focus on the positive. Here are a few good news updates to keep our spirits lifted during this crisis.
Good News
Teddy Bear Hunt
All over the United States, people reported stuffed animal sightings in peoples' windows. Pictures are surfacing on social media platforms sharing the new challenge called the Teddy Bear Hunt. The goal is for children to walk around, safely, and count how many bears they can find. This idea is based on the book "We're Going On A Bear Hunt" by Michael Rosen. The idea is to provide children a safe scavenger hunt that practices social distancing and is still entertaining. The amount of bears, or other stuffed animals, popping up around neighborhoods is astonishing. What a great way to bring smiles to children's faces!
Giving Thanks
In many cities like New York, Orlando, and Atlanta people are sharing videos of appreciation and love. People begin clapping for medical workers when the hospital shifts change. Medical workers are seen walking to and from the hospital while being showered in gratitude. You can check out the video of Atlanta residents cheering on their fellow health care staff here. How beautiful it is to see people supporting one another, even during difficult times.
Family Visits
The CDC recommends people stay six feet away from one another and avoid contact with those outside your circle, older relatives, and those with compromised immune systems. This rule was put into place to help flatten the curve and reduce the number of interactions we have with one another. Due to this, we have seen people all over the globe get creative. For example, Kira Neely, 6, is used to seeing her 80-year old grandfather Marvin Neely every day since they are next-door neighbors. Since they are practicing social distancing they had to come up with a new way to see one another. One way that Kira wants to spend time with her grandpa is by having a dance-off. In the video here you can see the two dancing with one another at the end of their driveways. What a sweet way to spend time together, while practicing social distancing!
There is so much going on in the world, but at the same time, so much positivity. We realize that life has changed for everyone drastically. At Valeo, we want you to know we are here for you. If you are looking for a way to keep busy while stuck inside, our Youtube channel has free dance workouts! This is a great way to keep your spirits up until we can all meet again in person! Stay healthy and stay safe!
A Lifelong Affair with Dance, Health and Fitness: Valeo Dance Fitness Studio
Asiya Khasnutdinova's love affair with dance and fitness began back in Russia as a little girl. When Asiya's parents saw how highly energetic their child was, they figured it would be a good idea to find an activity she could channel her energy through. The rest is history!
Asiya Khasnutdinova's love affair with dance and fitness began back in Russia as a little girl. When Asiya's parents saw how highly energetic their child was, they figured it would be a good idea to find an activity she could channel her energy through. In near-Arctic Russia, that was figure skating. Very soon, Asiya was showcasing her talents to audiences looking to see some of the best figure skaters in the world. Out of concern for their daughter and to redirect her to a less injury-prone activity, Asiya's mother suggested dance. As they say, the rest is history.
It's A History Worth Telling
Remember, Asiya is a highly-energetic person. She finally met her match on the dance floor through Latin dance. She then competed professionally across Russia, Europe, and the US for 15 years. In what looked like a rather interesting turn of events, Asiya came to the United States to study finance and earn her MBA. As a result, it led her to work in some of the top financial institutions in the United States. She figured like many may think, "dance is not a real job, and I should probably get one," and her passion sat on the back seat for seven years.
But the dance floor kept calling, and one day, it could not be ignored any longer.
What's Next?
Thanks to her strong business background, and her experience in the financial industry, Asiya knew what she was doing. Asiya has a strong command of the way businesses work and the hurdles an up-and-coming small business could face. Like usual, her mom was by her side, and despite her doubts, Asiya started Valeo Dance Fitness Studio. It began with a group class featuring a neighbor and her biggest cheerleader. That small start evolved into a YouTube channel with over 200,000 subscribers. Then came dance fitness classes featured in national publications: SELF magazine named Valeo Dance Fitness Studio, one of the Top 10 BEST cardio workouts in the US.
VALEO's signature cardio workout combines a variety of tools to create the best workout. Those include "weighted hula hoops, resistance bands, free weights, fitness drumming, and balance balls that will ultimately tone the entire body." Asiya developed the VALEO method along with Svetlana Khasnutdinova, MD, Ph.D. Svetlana brings 30-years of medical expertise and understanding of body types, muscular structure, and physiology to the table. In other words, they created a fitness experience that embodies the meaning of VALEO perfectly. VALEO, a word of Latin origin, means "to be healthy, strong, and feel good."
You can read more about Asiya's story here.
VALEO's focus is to help you feel good through dancing and movement every day of the year. Contact us to learn more about our signature packages. Your first class is on us!
Tips to Help Keep Your Resolution in 2020
The new year is here! Few people keep their newfound goals. Here are helpful tips to ensure that you keep your New Year's resolution.
The new year is here! While the start of a new year is a great time to think about how you would like to make this year better, few people actually keep their newfound goals for more than a few weeks. Here are 4 helpful tips to ensure that you not only keep your New Year's resolution, but that you make 2020 your best year yet!
Keep it Realistic
The quickest way to burn out on a resolution before January ends is by setting a goal that is unattainable. Bad habits aren't established overnight and neither are good ones, so be realistic about what you can and will accomplish. If you've never stepped foot in a gym, it might not be prudent to promise that you are going to work out 6 days a week. As long as you are working hard and moving forward, you are on the road to success.
Make Sure it is Measurable
Vague goals will never be reached. Rather than saying, "I am going to get healthy this year," try choosing something concrete to do that you can measure. For example, say "I am going to workout twice a week or "I'm going to drink water instead of soda at dinner."
Hold Yourself Accountable
Finding a friend who can work on your resolution with you is an effective way to make sure you stay on track. Whether you are hoping to eat healthier, lose weight, or try something new, a partner can share the joys and struggles with you along the way.
Have Fun
New Year's resolutions shouldn't be a burden; they should be enjoyable! Thinking of creative ways to stick to your goals will guarantee that you stick with them all year long.
If you are hoping to get fit, stay healthy, and have fun this year, Valeo Dance Fitness Studio is here to help you stay on track. With a variety of dance classes available for everyone from beginners to expert dancers, it's the perfect place to get your heart rate up and try something new with a friend this year. Contact us to learn more about how we can help you make 2020 the year you keep your resolution!
Dancing Improves Your Mood
You, the music, and the people around you are all in sync, moving together in an expression of pure joy. This is what dancing does to peoples mood.
There are few feelings more euphoric than the one you experience while dancing. When you dance, you exercise and get a feeling of immense satisfaction that pulses through your body. You, the music, and the people around you are all in sync, moving together in an expression of pure joy. This is what dancing does to people, and it is one of the many reasons why this kind of physical activity is proven to positively affect a person's mood.
No Ordinary Exercise
Whenever you exercise, no matter what kind it is, your body releases chemicals called endorphins, which help reduce pain and provide positive feelings. Regardless of you dancing or power-lifting, your brain will still release these happy-feeling chemicals. But dancing takes these emotions to the next level.
When you dance, there are additional benefits that other types of exercise do not provide. Studies have shown that the rhythmic movement paired with the appeal of the music being played can reduce anxiety and stress, in a way that other workouts do not. Even when compared to traditional therapeutic activities, studies still point to dancing as being the better way to improve your overall mood. You are still burning plenty of calories, but you are also tending to your mind and soul the second you step onto the dance floor.
Get Moving!
Dancing, specifically in a group setting, creates a connection with the people around you like few other exercise routines do. At a top-rated dance studio like Valeo Dance Fitness Studio, you will be enthralled with the collective sense of happiness, community, and health. Their large variety of dance classes can help you look good and feel confident, while also improving your mood. It's time to get out there on the dance floor and start being your best self again!
Valeo Dance Fitness is Cardio Dynamite!
Who says you have to labor on the treadmill to get a rewarding cardio workout? You can have fun while you workout by enjoying Valeo Dance Fitness class.
Your cardio workout does not have to be brutal. Who says you have to labor over and over again on the treadmill to get a rewarding cardio workout? You can have fun while you work out by enjoying an exiting Valeo Dance Fitness class. Dancing while you work out is a phenomenal way to burn calories, and get that heart pumping.
The Top 10 in the USA!
Valeo Dance Fitness is one of the top 10 cardio dance workouts in the USA according to Self Magazine. We incorporate a variety of impressive exercises with our flashy dance moves that are designed to give you the most out of your workout and bring lasting results.
Learn how to Boogie
When you join our Dance Fitness class, whether you know how to dance or not, you will learn some new moves that will not only get your blood pumping but strengthen your muscles and core as well. The kind of moves you will learn here are the kind that will tone your entire body and leave you feeling fantastic.
Affordable Packages and Memberships
You don't have to break the bank to join our incredible classes. In fact, your first class is free so you can come in and see what we have to offer. This is how confident we are that you will absolutely love Valeo Dance Fitness. When you see how awesome our studio and staff are, you won't want to leave.
Join a Team
When you come to a Valeo group dance fitness class you are surrounded by motivated people that are dedicated to improving their health by staying fit. Everybody who participates is supportive, non-judgmental and ready to have a good time while working out. Come check us out and see for yourself. If you have any questions feel free to contact us, we want to hear from you. We also want to dance with you!
Ready, Set, Boogie!
People dance to improve their health, to put spice in their relationship, or just for fun. Here are some benefits of boogieing to the beat. Ready, set, go:
Dancing is an activity that has been done by almost all cultures and ages, even to this day. It is part of social gatherings and exercise routines. People dance to improve their health, to put a little spice in their relationships, or just for fun (and to show off their moves on the dance floor). Whatever your dance goals might be, Valeo Dance Fitness Studio can help. Here are some benefits of boogieing to the beat. Ready, set, go:
Make a Healthy Choice
When it comes to looking good and feeling even better, dancing is a great way to help you get there. While dancing is fun, it can also allow you to reap the benefits of improved general health, including emotional, mental, and physical. Some of the benefits are improved heart health, weight loss, increased energy, elimination of depression and stress, and improved confidence and self-esteem.
Improve Your Relationship
Participating in dance as a couple is a way to spend quality time. The challenge of learning new dance moves will bring you closer than ever. Private dance lessons may even put some added romance into your relationship, after all, everything is more fun with someone you care about.
Get Social
Group dance classes are beneficial in that it can serve to increase the participant's social network leading to an overall feeling of well-being. Group dance lessons are full of energy where everyone will want to enjoy themselves. It is definitely worth waltzing into.
Be the Life of the Party
Once you have perfected your dance moves with a group or just your partner, the next step is to show them off! Whatever function you are attending, you will have the confidence to get out on the dance floor.
We at Valeo Dance Fitness Studio would like to help you to achieve your goals by showing you how to boogie. Leave your worries at the door and get ready to fake it till you make it. Contact us for more information on our various dance classes that we offer.
Benefits of Dancing with Weighted Hula Hoops
Looking for something new in your fitness routine? Check out weighted hula hoops! They have multiple uses as part of the perfect total body workout.
Looking for something new in your fitness routine? Check out weighted hula hoops! They're easier to twirl around your waist and have multiple uses as part of the perfect total body workout to get you feeling good.
Tone Your Body
The weighted hula hoop is great for movements that target different muscles in your body, one of which being your obliques. Your obliques are your outermost abdominal muscles and when you are shaking your hips to the rhythm of the music, they will be the first muscles that will be engaged. You will be having so much fun that you wont even notice just how much you are working out until later.
The hoop can also be used in place of a ballet barre. This will help you engage your core and various leg muscles as you work on plies, squats, and leg lifts.
Great Cardio Workout
Working out with a weighted hula hoop is an excellent cardio exercise. It will stretch and strengthen your core muscles as well as your arms and leg muscles, depending on the move. In the process it will improve your posture and balance while strengthening your heart and lungs. You will be raising your heart rate to burn calories while having fun and moving to the beat of the music.
Decrease Stress
Exercise, great music, and movement can help you decrease your stress level. Plus the accomplishment of improving your dance skills and looking sexy while doing it always helps. Bring your friends and family and make it a group experience, everyone will leave feeling happy and healthy.
Weighted hula hoops are used as part of the ValeoFit1000 group dance fitness class, our ultimate dance fitness workout! Want to see weighted hula hoops in action? Check out the Valeo Dance Fitness Studio's YouTube Channel.
Sweating and Fun Go Together: Benefits of Dance Cardio
If you've never tried dance cardio, you're really missing out. "Benefits?" you ask. Oh yes, there are benefits in dance cardio!
If you've never tried dance cardio, you're really missing out. This is a terrific workout for everyone—beginners and advanced—to get your blood pumping and heart rate up. "Benefits?" you ask. Oh yes, there are benefits in dance cardio—you'll just be having too much fun to realize it!
Tones and Uses All Muscles
Just because you're not lifting weights doesn't mean you're not toning your muscles. On the contrary, cardio dance is a very successful tool for toning muscles—particularly obliques, legs and butt. Not only that, you'll get full-body aerobics; many of the dance moves you'll do rotate between using your legs, arms and glutes. In addition, you'll use your core muscles most of the time to give you good form and balance.
It's Not Repetitive
We've all been there—doing the same fitness routine day after day. It gets boring, right? Plus, exercising the same muscles every day will cause you to build up a tolerance and your fitness program won't be as effective as it once was. Dance cardio is quite unique because you won't use your muscles until they're exhausted and you're continually changing movements.
Rhythm and Coordination Improvement
You'll get used to working different parts of your body as you apply different groups of muscles in dance cardio. Believe it or not, all of this can help you with daily activities such as having good posture, walking and your balance. It will also teach you new dance moves that you can impress your friends with later!
Brain and Mood Booster
Have you ever noticed when you hear your favorite song or a song with a great beat that you start to move? Well, when that occurs, your neurons, motor and sensory circuits in your brain are firing up. Dancing also improves memory and recall. An added bonus is that a cardio dance workout also perks up your mood. Even after the class you will notice a boost in your mood!
Positive Body Image
Dance cardio will have you feeling great and looking even better. You will be moving your body in a way that celebrates what you can do. Celebrating your body will lead you to feeling confident, strong and sexy. The point is to get into shape and have fun while doing it!
Would you like to get back into the "swing" of an exercise program? Are you looking for an addictive, motivating and fun full-body workout? Contact us to join our dance cardio classes!
Treat Your Mom to the Mother's Day Gift of Dance
This Mother's Day give something unique and special to your mom, there are a number of advantages to giving your mom the gift of dance.
This Mother's Day, are you looking for a unique, special gift to give your mom? Whether you're tired of giving her the same old Mother's Day Gift every year or you just want to make this year extra special, there are a number of advantages to giving your mom the gift of dance.
Give the Gift of Time
Often, what your mom really wants most is not another bouquet of flowers or a card that will quickly gather dust in the back of a drawer. What she wants is time with you! With a session or two of private dance lessons--or even a gift that keeps on giving as you go back together time after time--you can give your mom a Mother's Day gift that she'll be sure to remember.
Get Out, Get Laughing, Get Active
Through private dance lessons, you can get out of the house and do something fun together--something that's sure to build memories and have both of you eager to go back for your next session. If you and your mom are looking for a unique way to get moving and feel better about yourself, there's nothing quite like a private dance lesson to make it happen. Get out of the house and get active together while learning something new.
Keep It Private this Mother's Day
Group dance lessons are fun, but they can also be intimidating, especially if you've never done a lot of dancing in the past. This Mother's Day, keep it private with private dance lessons. You'll both have fun, but you'll be the only one who can tell the story later. Keep it even more private by considering a private dance lesson or two just for her.
Are you ready to create a stunning Mother's Day gift for your mom--one that will let her know just how special she is? Contact us today to schedule your Mother's Day session.
Schedule Your First Dance Consultation ASAP!
Don't wait until the last minute to plan for your first dance! Wedding season is underway and our classes and calendars fill up quickly.
Wow your guests with dance skills they didn't know you had during your first dance as a married couple! Valeo Dance Studio voted Best of Weddings by The Knot in 2018 and 2019, can help you create a unique and memorable first dance. Whether you just need to learn the basics of leading and following or you want to create a completely custom dance experience worthy of YouTube, Valeo Dance Studio has the expertise you need!
First Dance Consultation
Valeo Dance Studio offers a 30-minute consultation for first dances for $45. We will discuss the details of the dance, what you are looking to learn, and what kind of experience you want to create. We will also discuss your song choices, goals, and choreography ideas. We will want to know a few things about your wedding venue and your plans for musical entertainment, whether that is a live band or a DJ. During this introductory session, we will get a feel for your overall musicality and coordination so we have an understanding of where we are starting from and how many lessons will be needed to make your first dance dreams come true. When you book a consultation with Valeo Dance Studio, we guide you every step of the way to ensure that your learning journey is fun, easy, and effective.
Classes Filling Up Quickly
Don't wait until the last minute to plan for your first dance! Wedding season is underway and our classes and calendars fill up quickly. Book your first dance consultation today! We look forward to creating a magical first dance experience with you.
Valeo Dance Fitness Studio offers group dance fitness classes, private wedding dance lessons and all-inclusive wellness retreats in the Dominican Republic. VALEO, from Latin meaning "to be healthy, strong and feel good", is a method created by a mother-daughter duo that combines intense dance fitness cardio with Valeo's "signature" weighted hula hoops, resistance bands, free weights, fitness drumming, and balance balls all while toning every muscle fiber to get the ultimate body.
Wedding Dance Lessons For All Couples
Last year, we were lucky to serve many couples from the LGBTQ community, and this year we are ready to do the same with our same sex wedding dance lessons!
We love helping brides and grooms get ready for their big day. It's nice to know that you guys love us back! For the second year in a row, we've won The Knot's Best of Weddings Award.
Last year, we were lucky enough to serve a lot of couples from the LGBTQ community here in Atlanta. We're looking forward to another great year! If you're a future Mr & Mr or Mrs & Mrs, we're ready to help you shine on your wedding day with our same sex wedding dance lessons.
Consultation and Classes
Your journey with us will start with a consultation. We'll talk about your choreography ideas and get a feel for your coordination. Many couples already have a special song they want to use for their first dance, but if you're unsure we can help you select just the right song.
Don't worry if you don't have a ton of dance experience. We know you want to look amazing and we'll help you get there. We'll take your experience into consideration when we choreograph your first dance.
From there, we'll be able to set up your future lessons. Whether you want a traditional dance or are ready to surprise your guests with a flashy ensemble, we'll help your vision become a reality.
All Eyes Will Be on You
Countless photos will be taken of you during your first dance. Not only will your professional photographer be snapping away, but your guests will all have their cell phones out. It's a magical moment and sets the tone for the rest of your reception. With the right preparation, you can relax and have fun during your first dance as a married couple.
Let Valeo Dance Fitness Studio help you make it memorable. Contact us to get set up your consultation and get started on your same sex wedding dance lessons.
Dance Your Way To Your Fitness Goals In 2019!
We're here to help you reach your fitness goals in ways you never imagined! Dance alone or bring in your best friend, partner, or an entire work group.
2019 is here! Do your New Year's resolutions include better fitness? Are you focusing on getting in more activity, burning more calories, and increasing your energy levels? Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio can help! This year, instead of slogging your way through another run or forcing yourself through another class at the gym, consider how you can dance your way to better health. We have plenty of amazing options available that will help you increase your overall health and wellness and have a lot of fun while you're doing it. Dance alone or bring in your best friend, your partner, or your entire work group. At Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio, we're here to help you reach your fitness goals in ways you never imagined before.
Go for group dance fitness. Are you most likely to meet your goals when you work with an inspiring teacher and a group that's there to motivate you every step of the way? Our group dance fitness classes are the perfect way to make your goals reality.
Try out a few private dance lessons. Some people have an innate fear of dancing in front of a group. Others have a specific goal in mind that just isn't feasible for a group dance class: putting together a spectacular routine with your partner for your 2019 wedding, for example. If you prefer private dance lessons, sign up with one of our incredible instructors to dance your way to fitness in a personalized setting. The focus is all on you or the people you bring in with you, and we're ready to have fun along the way!
Explore our online video workouts. Can't make it in for a session in person? Find your schedule getting in the way? That's okay! Our online video dance workouts will have you dancing your heart out in your hotel room, your office, or the safety of your own living room.
Sign up for a retreat. Need some time to focus on your body while getting away from it all? At our dance retreats, you'll be able to spend plenty of time engaged in personal fitness, but you'll also have time to kick back and relax. You'll also have a chance to get dressed up and show off your stuff at our amazing dance events.
Are you ready to start dancing your way to your fitness goals in 2019? Contact us at Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio to learn more about all of our dance class options.
The Knot 2019 Best of Weddings: Valeo Dance Studio
Valeo Dance Studio gives great thanks to all of our amazing brides and grooms for helping us receive the Knot Best of Weddings award for 2019! You have written us very kind reviews, and we strive to continue delivering that level of satisfaction. It is our pleasure to work with you!
For the second year in a row, Valeo Dance Studio has won The Knot Best of Weddings award, this time, for 2019. This annual list ranks the highest rated wedding professionals. More importantly, this award stems from the choices of actual couples, those on the cusp of being wed, as well as their wedding guests. Valeo Dance Studio gives great thanks to all of our amazing brides and grooms! You have written us very kind reviews, and we strive to continue delivering that level of satisfaction. It is our pleasure to work with you!
Preparation
This can make all the difference between mediocre dancing and memorable dancing. Valeo Dance Studio sets out to work with you before the wedding, so that we can develop a plan based around your needs, skills, and wishes for the big night. You can put on a spectacular show with your dancing, but that takes work and we are here to help with that from the ground up. Private lessons will be catered to you, and we will work together to make your vision of the night (especially where dancing is concerned), a reality. From our first consultation together, where we discuss all those subtle details, through private dance lessons, our goal is to help make the night a happy picture that you can look back upon going forward.
Why Dance Lessons Matter
There are no second chances or do-overs when it comes to weddings. Further, every move will photographed and possibly filmed, likely to be displayed in your home for years to come. Cardio and practice are absolutely necessary prior to the big event; and there is certainly a difference between those couples who have prepared, vs. those who have not. That difference will come out on the dance floor, and will supercharge the night's energy to higher levels. Coupled with our recent Knot Best of Weddings award for 2019, Valeo Dance Studio has also been voted top ten best cardio dance workouts in the USA.
What is a wedding without dancing? Make your dancing skills count, and make them shine. Please contact us today to get started on the journey!
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
Staying healthy during the holidays doesn't have to be a challenge! Get a jumpstart on your health and nutrition by implementing healthy eating habits and an exercise routine before the holidays, so that your piece of pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving is the exception and not the rule!
With the holidays quickly approaching, it's easy to fall into the lapse of bad health habits, telling yourself over and over that you'll get back in gear at the start of the new year. Staying healthy during the holidays shouldn't be a chore. Get a jumpstart on your health and nutrition by implementing healthy eating habits and an exercise routine before the holidays, so that your piece of pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving is the exception and not the rule!
Create an Eating Plan That Works For You
Just because there are a few days where you'll be tempted to eat sweets and foods that may not be great for you doesn't mean you have to throw away the next two months! Starting an eating regimen that cuts down on sugar and sodium means that you'll be less tempted when those days arrive. It also means that, if you do decide to indulge, a smaller piece of cake or pie will be more than enough to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Avoid the Liquid Calories
Many people drink with the mindset that liquid calories "don't count," however alcoholic beverages vary in serving sizes, based on the alcohol content of the drink and the amount of carbohydrates (typically in the form of sugar) it contains. Holiday drinks can be a real hindrance when it comes to staying healthy this time of year. Use low-calorie mixers, such as no-calorie soda or tonic water or lemon and lime wedges, to help reduce added calories.
Drink Plenty of Water
Drinking water and staying hydrated is one of the greatest things you can do for your overall health. Starting each morning with a glass of cold water gets your metabolism going for the day, and helps energize you to accomplish your goals. Drinking water in between alocoholic beverages will not only help you stay hydrated, but may help limit the number of alcoholic beverages you consume.
Get Into the Habit of Working Out
If you're already in the habit of working out when the holidays come around, you'll be much more likely to continue throughout! Bored with your current routine? Try Valeo Dance Fitness Studio! With all new November choreography, you're certain to get out of your workout rut and dance your way to a new, fit version of yourself! Plus, your first group class is complimentary, so there's no reason not to give it a try. Sign up today to find out what dance fitness is all about!
Get yourself into these healthy eating habits and you won't have a thing to regret when the holidays come around! Eating healthy, drinking plenty of water, and getting into a workout routine of cardio dance fitness are three great ways to ensure that you have a great, healthy holiday!
Valeo Dance Fitness Studio Gift Certificates
By purchasing a gift certificate you're giving the lucky receiver the choice to buy group fitness classes, private classes or both. Keep reading to see why our gift certificates make the ultimate gift!
Looking for the perfect gift for a loved one in your life? Look no further than a gift certificate to Valeo Dance Fitness Studio! This is a great way to share the joy and fitness benefits associated with dancing. Whether they're a newbie looking to learn a new style or a seasoned pro who wants to improve their skills further, we have something for everyone. By purchasing a gift certificate you're giving the lucky receiver the choice to buy group fitness classes, private classes or both. Keep reading to see why our gift certificates make the ultimate gift!
Birthdays
Birthdays signify fresh starts, new beginnings, and the perfect time to try something new. Our dance workout classes have been voted Top 10 Best Cardio Dance Workouts in the USA! We offer heart-pumping dance fitness, weighted hula hoops, resistance training, fitness drumming, and much more. We bet your mom, sister, or best friend would love a fun, exciting new workout to shake things up and get out of their current "gym rut"!
Holidays
As the leaves change and the crisp air sneaks in, the holidays are just around the corner. Don't put your shopping off until the last minute, give the gift of dance instead! Your friends and family are sure to love it.
Weddings
Before your favorite engaged couple says "I do", they'll likely be searching for dance lessons. Save the couple stress and time by surprising them with a gift certificate! They'll be able to take private lessons to polish their moves and impress the tear-filled crowd on their big day, all thanks to you.
Anniversaries
A perfect gift for couples who are celebrating anniversaries is the gift of dance. Celebrating love through movement is one of the best ways to bond together. Whether it's for your parents, grandparents, or friends, they'll love the thoughtful and heartwarming gift they'll be able to share.
Online gift certificates are easy to personalize and you can even select a specific delivery date. Contact Valeo Dance Fitness Studio for questions or more information. Give your loved one the gift of dance today!
Check Out the Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio Youtube Channel!
Here's a gem for those of you who may not have the opportunity to visit our physical location; you can always visit the Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio YouTube channel!
Named by SELF magazine as one of the top 10 best cardio dance workouts in the United States, Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio offers must-try classes that will help you get back into the swing of a healthy lifestyle. But, here's a gem for those of you who may not have the opportunity to visit our physical location; you can always visit the Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio YouTube channel!
The Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio YouTube channel has over 125,000 subscribers and over 200 videos to get you into shape. No more boring stretches or hard-to-attain fitness goals; our channel includes dance workouts featuring popular artists like Jason Derulo and Shakira. Who doesn't enjoy a good upbeat tune to get your body going?
What's more? Even business professionals, moms, and local celebrities have given our program a try! They swear by our methods and have seen great results. If they can do it, you can do it too. But wait, there's even more! Asiya Khasnutdinova, founder of Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio and professional dancer, choreographs all of the dances you will see. This means you will be instructed by a trained professional, right in the comfort of your own living room.
You might be asking why you should even consider it. Everyone needs an incentive, right? This isn't just about your physical appearance. It's about other things too. Workout with us and you'll regain your confidence to tackle the world. Try us out either at home or at our location and you will never have to worry about a dull session in the gym again.
If you visit the Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio YouTube channel, you won't have to stick to strict hours or wonder if you're going to make it to the gym before it closes. We are here for you any time of the day, whether you're feeling up for a workout or just want to try something new.
Go ahead and visit Valeo Dance & Fitness Studio on YouTube today and click the subscribe button to get access to all of our dance workouts. If you're ever in the Atlanta area, you are always welcome to stop by our studio! Want more information? Contact us today.
Representing Valeo Dance Fitness at Rimini Wellness Italy!
WOW WOW WOW! We are so incredibly honored and excited to have been invited to Rimini Wellness in Italy this year, the world's biggest congress devoted to dance, fitness, well-being, sport, business, physical culture and healthy eating! What an amazing experience to represent Valeo Dance Fitness at an event that brings all the biggest companies in the wellness universe together under the same roof! Interviews, sharing knowledge, learning innovative techniques, new ideas, meeting best professionals in the dance fitness arena! We can't wait to share this with you, our wonderful Valeo Dance Fitness family!
