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16 Unique Fitness Classes at the Jersey Shore
The Jersey Shore is home to an array of creative fun, and non-traditional fitness classes. From trampoline-based workouts that build strength and confidence to lively salsa dance lessons that challenge one’s rhythm and make cardio feel effortless, there’s something for everyone looking to shake up their fitness routine. These innovative classes provide a refreshing way to stay active while trying something new. By stepping outside the conventional gym setting, individuals can find a fitness routine that feels empowering, enjoyable, and free of judgment. Plus, these studios will be free of “gymtimidation” as many newbies will be trying out alternative methods of working out. Below is a round-up of the most unique fitness classes available at the Jersey Shore.
Bada Bling Fitness | 340 Route 34, Colts Neck
Bada Bling Fitness is a luxury pole dance and aerial fitness studio located in Colts Neck, New Jersey. Pole dancing and aerial fitness classes provide a full-body workout that combines strength, flexibility, and endurance. Bada Bling classes build core strength, upper body power, and leg muscles while improving posture and balance. The studio provides premier pole, floor, chair, and aerial dance training for all experience levels. Bada Bling’s “fierce fundamentals” classes are geared towards those who may have never touched a pole. The studio is a non-judgemental space where everyone is at different places on their dance and fitness journeys.
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Bounce Studio | 315 US-9, Manalapan Township
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Bounce Studio in Manalapan is a boutique bungee studio that hosts bungee-assisted and cardio-focused workouts. This low-impact, high-intensity form of exercise combines cardio, endurance, balance, and flexibility. Bungee-assisted exercise works to build strength and increase flexibility while also having fun. Bounce Studio also has aerial yoga, regular yoga, rebound trampoline, and Kangoo Jumps classes. Learn more about Bounce Studio’s classes on its website.
CKO Kickboxing | 1906 NJ-35, Wall Township
CKO Kickboxing classes combine high-intensity cardio, strength training, and real kickboxing techniques. It’s a full-body workout class that has heart-pumping playlists (that are different every class, btw), and they are led by instructors who encourage the group and provide modifications if needed. Whether looking to lose weight, relieve stress, or find a community, CKO Kickboxing is an empowering and therapeutic workout option.
Danzhouse Fitness | 31 Park Road, Tinton Falls
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Danzhouse Fitness is a dance studio in Tinton Falls that features classes that teach original choreography and dance techniques while delivering a total body workout. Danzhouse’s innovative programs cater to all levels and preferences. From high-energy Zumba classes to ballet-inspired Barre, Danzhouse has many options to achieve personal fitness goals through dance.
Dragonfly Aerial Studio | 209 Commercial Court, Morganville
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Dragonfly Aerial Studio — founded by Allison Scaramuzzo, a Monmouth County local — provides a unique blend of aerial arts, dance, and fitness. The studio’s classes focus on conditioning, strength training, and dance techniques. Those new to aerial arts must take a one-time beginner class before committing to the studio’s monthly program. Class information can be found on Dragonfly Aerial Studio’s website.
The Gravity Vault | 110 Brick Plaza Suite 41, Brick Township
The Gravity Vault is an indoor rock climbing gym with yoga classes and community events. The Gravity Vault has options to climb for any experience level, but it is recommended that first-time climbers and those who don’t know how to belay work with one of the staff members during a first visit. The climbing gym also provides a variety of classes — from belay classes to technique classes to private session packages — with an experienced instructor. New routes are set regularly, so there is always something new to climb.
Lava Fitness | 3632 NJ-35, Lavallette
Lava Fitness is Ocean County’s first and only licensed Lagree fitness studio. Lagree is a full-body, 45-minute workout done on a machine called a Microformer. The Lagree method combines slow movements with constant, continuous tension to create a high-intensity, low-impact workout — think Pilates meets strength training. It sounds intimidating, but classes are truly for everyone. Lava Fitness hosts Lagree, barre, and sculpt classes — all you need is a water bottle and grippy socks.
One Love Pickleball | 2343 Route 66, Ocean Township (in Seaview Square Mall)
One Love Pickleball is a premium indoor pickleball club located in Ocean Township. The pickleball club has membership options but also allows non-members to use its private and state-of-the-art pickleball courts. All court reservations (for members and non-members) are made online through One Love’s web portal or mobile app. One Love has weekly open play sessions that are also available to members, guests of members, and non-members. One Love Pickleball’s amenities include a social area, dink court, digital warm-up walls, a stretching area, a curated pro shop, ball machines, weekly events, lessons, camps, leagues, ladders, and tournaments.
Perspirology | 1054 Ocean Avenue, Sea Bright
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Perspirology is a boutique fitness studio specializing in sculpting tight, toned physiques through dance-based exercises and trampoline workouts. These workouts enhance cardiovascular and muscular endurance. The studio’s goal is to train the body to move in new ways. Its trampoline and dance cardio workouts are musically driven and created for all fitness levels. Perspirology provides the towels, mats, and all necessary equipment needed for classes.
POE Fair Haven | 772 River Road, Fair Haven
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POE Fair Haven — POE stands for “Peace on Earth” — is a boutique fitness studio that provides hot toning and sculpting classes, hot power yoga, and Xformer machines. POE’s signature classes include Firebeat, Power Yoga, and Megabeat (an Xformer class). POE Firebeat is a 50-minute full-body sculpting and movement class that is non-impact yet fast-paced and moves to the beat of the music. POE Hot Power Yoga is designed to balance both strength and flexibility in a slow, deep flow. The Megabeat class is done on Xformer beds, which is a modern version of the Pilates reformer machine. The upstairs studio temperature at POE is set from 104-110 degrees depending on which class is in session. The infrared heat provides a therapeutic, deep penetrating, detoxifying form of heat that expels toxins, heavy metals, and pollutants from the body. During the classes, the infrared heat will penetrate deeply into joints, muscles and tissues, increasing oxygen flow and circulation, providing significant benefits.
POUND with Pepper | Various Locations in Ocean County
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POUND with Pepper is a full-body workout that combines drumming with cardio, strength training, as well as yoga and pilates-inspired movements using lightly weighted drumsticks called Ripstix. The POUND workout is designed to transform drumming into an effective form of exercise. Participants use the Ripstix — which are lightly-weighted, lime green-colored sticks that look similar to drum sticks — to drum along to music and engage the core, arms, and legs. POUND provides a fun, energizing way to work out, improve cardiovascular health, build strength, and increase flexibility. The workout is easily modifiable to suit all fitness levels and abilities. POUND with Pepper’s class schedule can be found on its Facebook page.
Salsa at the Shore | Multiple Locations in Ocean + Monmouth County
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Salsa at the Shore hosts classes and social dancing at various bars, restaurants, and clubs in Ocean and Monmouth County. At the Salsa Socials, the instructor teaches a 1 hour group lesson with 30 minutes of Salsa and 30 minutes of Bachata. The classes are always beginner-friendly friendly and no partner or experience is needed to attend. Salsa dancing helps improve coordination, balance, and fitness through rhythm and motion. It’s also a fantastic way to meet new people in a welcoming and social environment. Follow @salsaattheshore on Instagram for classes and social dancing updates.
SPENGA | 2007 NJ-35, Wall Township
SPENGA is a group training facility that provides 60-minute workouts that combine spin classes with strength training and yoga. The classes are broken down into 20 minutes of spin, 20 minutes of strength training, and 20 minutes of yoga. SPENGA’s goal is to have equal focus on cardio, strength, and flexibility during a workout so that all areas of the body get proper attention as well as recovery. The workout spaces are dedicated specifically to each element of the workout, plus there is invigorating aromatherapy and energizing DJ-inspired beats. Information about SPENGA’s classes and memberships can be found on its website.
Stretch Lab | 2100 NJ-35, Sea Girt
Stretch Lab in Sea Girt hosts customized and assisted stretch sessions with certified stretch practitioners who are trained in kinesiology. The studio has one-on-one assisted stretching as well as group stretch classes in a fun, open, and communal environment. Assisted stretching can improve range of motion, flexibility as well as reduce pain and tension. Information about stretch services can be found on Stretch Lab’s website.
Tandem Cycle | 200 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park
Tandem Cycle is an indoor cycling experience featuring high-intensity cardiovascular workouts, muscle toning, and strength training. Its cycle classes are motivating and beat-driven — like going to a nightclub, but on a stationary bike. Despite the intense, sweat-inducing workout, Tandem’s post-class euphoria is a real thing, mainly due to its energetic instructors and fabulous playlists. The rides incorporate light weights, choreography, and core work on the bike, all to the beat of the music. Tandem’s class schedule can be found on its website.
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Studio ‘533 | 27 Main Street 2nd Floor, New Egypt
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Studio '533 is a unique wellness experience located in the historical downtown of New Egypt. Studio ‘533 is a yoga and fitness studio with “a rock n’ roll twist” with class options that include yoga, barre, pilates, Zumba, and pound. Expect the best playlists during all of its music-themed classes — like the “I’m With The Band,” resistance band-focused class as well as “Yoga Unplugged,” which is a slowed down acoustically-driven flow. Studio ‘533’s class descriptions and schedule can be found on its website.
