Fitness Classes
Upper East Side, NYC

Explore our fitness classes on the Upper East Side at Active Studios NYC, including Cardio Dance, Outdoor Cardio Circuit Training, Balance-Fitness-Agility, Cardio Kickboxing, Stretch & Sculpt, Core Blast Pilates, Barre Pilates, Somatic Workouts, or Yoga. Whether your goal is cardio health, strengthening, stretching, or age-related fitness, this page brings all nine classes together so you can compare options, book a class, or learn more. First class is free for new students.

Not sure which class fits you best? Compare all nine below and either book now or click learn more for details.

NOTE: Registrations and bookings are provided by Sawyer For Business

Cardio Dance

Cardio Dance Club & Balloon Core, Legs & Stretch. A high-energy 110-minute workout combining rhythmic dance cardio with balloon-resistance core and leg training, led by Trudog (Group X Guru). Burn calories, tone your body, and have an absolute blast — no dance experience needed. Best for: cardio fitness, full-body toning, fun group workouts, all levels

Outdoor Cardio

Outdoor Cardio Circuit Training. A dynamic, one-hour full-body conditioning class on the Eastside Promenade every Friday at 9:00 AM. Fuses strength training with cardio endurance — targeting core, quads, glutes, and more. Averages 5,000 steps per session. Moves indoors in bad weather. Best for: endurance, weight loss, strength building, fresh-air fitness

Balance-Fitness-Agility

Balance, Fitness & Agility (BFA). A low-impact functional movement class for all ages and fitness levels. Each session builds core strength, stability, and reflexes through guided movement, light cardio, and balance drills. Safe for beginners and those recovering from injury. Best for: fall prevention, active aging, injury recovery, improved coordination

Cardio Kickboxing

Cardio Kickboxing. A high-energy class combining the power of kickboxing technique with aerobic conditioning for a full-body workout that sculpts, sweats, and transforms. Burns up to 800 calories per session. Suitable for all fitness levels — no prior experience required. Best for: calorie burn, stress relief, lean muscle building, high-energy fitness

Stretch and Sculpt

Sculpt and Stretch. A slow, intentional fusion class combining core conditioning with restorative stretching. Uses controlled bodyweight exercises to sculpt key muscle groups, then transitions into guided stretching targeting hamstrings, hips, shoulders, and spine. Low-impact and suitable for all levels. Best for: flexibility, injury prevention, active recovery, mindful movement

Core Blast Pilates

Pilates (Core Blast Pilates). Precision-based classes in small group settings, focusing on core strength, flexibility, posture, and body awareness. Gentle on joints while building deep muscle strength. Includes Core Blast Pilates and Barre Pilates sessions throughout the week.

Best for: core strength, posture, flexibility, all fitness levels

Barre Pilates

Barre Pilates. An elegant fusion of classical Pilates and barre technique, combining graceful, dance-inspired movements with deep core and lower body conditioning. Builds long, lean muscles through small, isometric movements at the barre. Perfect for posture, balance, and total-body tone. Best for: posture, toning, grace, dancers and non-dancers alike

Yoga

Yoga. A holistic practice uniting body, mind, and spirit through postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and guided meditation. Classes are designed for all experience levels and offer a restorative, mindful approach to fitness and well-being. Best for: stress relief, flexibility, mindfulness, all ages and fitness levels

Somatic Workout

Somatic Workout. A healing movement practice where exercise meets self-expression. Two unique weekly somatic experiences: Somatic Belly Dancing (Tuesdays) and Rhythmic Somatic Workout (Fridays). Releases stress, awakens joy, and reconnects you with your body. No dance or fitness experience needed. Best for: stress relief, emotional wellness, body awareness, self-expression

Classes as low as $20

Monthly or Yearly

Train on the Upper East Side at Active Studios NYC

First class free. Class packs available. Located at 1521 York Ave., New York, NY 10028. Call 917-388-2729 or choose a class above to get started.

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