On Saturday AM, I dragged my behind out of bed and headed to Blackbird Dance Company to try out the GROOV3 dance fitness class. I have to admit as a former dancer in my younger years, I was a little nervous that I would be rusty and dusty. And in fact, I was, but it was so much fun, so freeing and I felt like I got my groove back.
It was a moderate sized class taught by Donisha Brown, and the girl can MOVE! She made the class so fun, and her teaching style made learning the choreography less intimidating. I was amazed at how easily I got back into the swing of it. With such an open and welcoming environment, it forced me to be in the moment and move how I want to move in a no judgement zone. Their focus is putting the fun back into fitness while building communities, and the class seems to do just that.
And don’t think I got away with just dancing in this class, Donisha includes high-intensity cardio and strengthening intervals for toning. You will sweat! Also check out the Monday evening class on the rooftop at the Montalbán Theater through September. It’s like a euphoric dance party minus the shots and a bad hangover the next day.
GROOV3 is taught in studios and spaces all over the city with a live DJ. Check out the full schedule on Groov3.com. Try out a class and share your experience with us!