BellaVita

I come here for Zumba on Sundays and I love it. It’s a lot of work considering am just starting how to learn dancing Zumba. But it’s a great workout and I would not trade it for anything

Took my first class at BellaVita today. It was a Zumba class with Jonathan (who was subbing today) and it was terrific! I take lots of zumba classes, you could say I’m a zumbaholic and this was as good as any I’ve taken over the last 3 ½ years. Already looking forward to my next visit to the studio. Thanks Isabella (owner) for making me feel so welcome. You’re running a great business.

I am clumsy guy and don’t love the gym. But this place made me feel at home they really pushed me. I have been coming here for 3 months now and love it. Keep up the great classes!

Not a terribly memorable or challenging workout. Perhaps Pilates is just not for me. I took a 45-​minute Pilates Express class today… trudged through the snowstorm and arrived, only to discover no one was at the front desk. (There was a yoga class going on.) And there were no changing rooms so I had to squeeze into the tiny bathroom to change.
One gripe is that the mats were really bad. It was $ 3 to rent but the mat was tattered and thin. The girl at the front desk wasn’t friendly or warm.
Our instructor, on the other hand, was very sweet. However, I felt like the class was basic and a little boring. Maybe that’s what Pilates is all about (I’ve only taken a handful of classes in my life). I was really sore from working out the night before so some of the moves were difficult, but nothing you couldn’t do at home in your room. Mountain climbers, forearm planks, crunches, little circles with your feet, etc. There’s a big emphasis on alignment and form.
I think BellaVita is more known for Zumba, so I’d like to come back and check that out, but I’ll probably skip Pilates.

I’ve taken almost all the available classes offered here and each time was a great experience! I’m left feeling rejuvenated after each visit, whether it’s for a lively Zumba class or a calming yoga session. Not only are the classes challenging and enjoyable, but the instructors are also the kindest and most motivating individuals that don’t make you feel like you’re not fit enough to do any of the moves or positions. They make sure to adjust everything to your level and take into consideration any health problems you might have.
Izabella, the owner, takes very good care of all her clients, taking the time to get to know people and put their comfort first when they’re at the studio. They also help to keep you on track with periodic health assessments so you can stick to your health goals, whether it’s to lose or gain weight. The space is huuuuge and has a cozier feel than most studios, which I personally love because it feels like you’re in a totally different zone once you step inside.
I highly recommend this place for both people who are starting out their healthy lifestyle changes and for hardcore health nuts. They added more specialty classes now, and I’m excited to try those! There’s a class for everyone! Definitely a five star for me. :)

Found this place last year in the Fitness passport book — took Zumba here and loved it. Have taken a few classes since then — and really enjoy it. Small, comfortable, personal space. All of the instructors are great as well as the owner, who could not be more knowledgeable or accomodating. And, I always have FUN, and don’t you want that while you are exercising? If you are looking for fitness classes, definitely try out BellaVita. And, they won’t break your wallet. Fabulous Find!

I moved to New York in September and have been taking classes at BellaVita since – it is a BEAUTIFUL, peaceful studio on 7^th Ave and W 29^th Street. As a Zumba fanatic, I’ve taken a class from every Zumba instructor here! They’re all wonderful, full of energy, and love to teach. You can’t go to a Zumba class with these instructors and NOT smile. I’ve gone to several gyms in the area, such as Eastern Athletics, and this is by far the most dependable place to take fitness classes.
The director Izabella is super friendly and cares about all her clients and goes out of her way to ensure the comfort of each. She’s great to get to know personally and has done an amazing job opening such a wonderful studio on her own.
They’re moving to a new location soon to offer more classes (like Zumba every day!) and better times, so I’m super excited about being able to take more Zumba classes!

I tried another class recently (an abs focused class) and it was definitely better than my first experience. The teacher was very sweet and friendly, but I do wish the class was a bit more challenging. Overall a positive experience.

The studio has huge windows that let in a lot of light. I took a lunchtime Restorative Yoga class with Giuliana, and it was exactly what I needed — and the instructor has great energy. My class had only 4 other students in it, so it was really great personal attention. The studio gets hot, but they left a fan on, which I love. I’m definitely no bikram lover. I think I prefer larger studios with more amenities, but I would come back if I’m in the neighborhood.

I am so grateful I found BellaVita through Groupon. After moving to NYC and basically being way too busy to work out for over a year, I found myself weighing a lot more than I wanted to be and feeling completely un-​toned, un-​fit and basically unhealthy.
So far, I’m 10 days into my 1 month unlimited membership and I’ve already attended 8 classes. I’ve tried a huge variety of their classes and I loved every single one of them (and every single instructor) and is more than willing to make the commute from downtown to go to their studio. The studio is HUGE, roomy, airy, and bright. My only complaint is that it’s a bit hot in there… but it is summer in NYC and they’ve got a fan going so not much more they can do there.
Booking online is super convenient and they are so flexible; I have signed up for a few classes only a couple hours before the class started because I didn’t know about my schedule until the last minute and they were accommodating. I also got a free health promotion/​assessment session, which is a nice baseline to track my progress. They also have a great summer deal going on when the Groupon expires with no yearly contract, so I signed up for the next month as well!
I kind of wish they had more classes during after work hours but I find that they do have enough that I can work my schedule around to attend at least 3 – 5 classes a week, especially on the weekends.
Overall, loving BellaVita: the studio, the classes, the staff, the instructors, etc. and already have recommended to numerous friends, one of whom has already signed up as well.

Best studio ever with amazing instructors that offer skype private sessions so you never miss an appointment. The best yoga, zumba, and yogilates, and events, seminars and so much more! LOVE this place!!!

I loved the few classes I took at Bellavita when I purchased a Groupon.
My only complaint is that most of the classes are at very inconvenient times. If you work during the day it is very hard to attend their pilates, or ballet-​barre classes (which were my favorite). My only suggestion would be that they offer more early morning or night classes – then I would have no complaints at all!
The staff is super nice and attentive and the instructors really pay attention to each and every person in each class – I’ll definitely go back if they add the classes I like at better times.

Bought a lifebooker deal for 5 classes. I took the Pilates class last week and wow. Intense. Large and CLEAN studio and my instructor, Alex, was great!
One thing I wish I would’ve known beforehand was that once you register your deal, you have 30 days to use up your classes, not 30 days from the time you take your first class. So I have one week left to cram everything in! Eeek

All the teachers have a very different style they I do not really feel in sync with. However the Zumba class with Gissell is really great. Her energy and enthusiasm gets you through her class which is no joke! The owner is sweet & friendly.