ANNOUNCEMENTS

SCHEDULE UPDATES:
* The Wednesday 5 PM and Saturday 8 AM Pilates classes are being discontinued for the remainder of June.  Instructor Heather T. will return to the July schedule of classes.
* The 10 AM TSF Barre class w/Connie on Saturday, June 22 is cancelled THIS DAY ONLY.
* The 7:30 PM TSF Club Cardio w/Natalie and 7 PM Zumba® w/Jorge classes on Wednesday, July 3 are cancelled (this day ONLY).  The Studio will close early after the 6:30 PM Total Body Tabata w/Doug class.   Enjoy the City of Vandalia's "Star Spangled Celebration" that night if you're in the area. :) The Friday, July 5 class schedule will remain the same!

TESTIMONIAL FROM STUDENT:
Sometime in 2006, a friend from my aerobics class asked me to go to a Zumba® class with her.  I agreed.  I had read an article about Zumba in the newspaper, and the class sounded like fun, plus I was getting bored with my aerobics class.  I went to class the next Saturday and met Joan and Doug.  After one class, I knew I had found my new exercise. The class had loud(!) music and easy moves.  I found that if I didn’t think, I could follow along pretty easily.  I did have to take a nap after that first class though!  Read more...

SCHOOL'S OUT $39 MONTHLY SUMMER SPECIAL!
FOR HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE STUDENTS!   All high school and college students (up to age 22) may attend unlimited classes this summer for only $39 per month (no contract!) OR choose to pay for all three months up front for only $99 (save $18)!  You MUST show your school ID to be eligible for this special price!  Offer good during the months of June, July and August ONLY.  Parents and students have asked about this and we LISTENED!  Stay active this summer without breaking your piggy banks!

MELON MADNESS is Back (for a Limited Time ONLY!)
Although the name bares resemblance to the likes of swine flu and pigeon fever (yes, that's a real thing, look it up), I can assure you our Melon Madness will have no adverse symptoms. You may experience increased salivation, involuntary "Mmm's" and a false sense of sitting on a tire swing on a summer evening on the Fourth of July.  No need to consult your doctor first, just stop on in to LocoLicious and order yourself a delicious, mouth-watering Melon Madness to experience a wonderful blend of watermelon, strawberry, and cantaloupe!

LaBlast Fitness Classes are Coming to TSF in July!
Watch the July schedule for LaBlast Fitness classes!  We're excited to add this new dance fitness format to our regular line-up of cardio classes in July.

ZumbAtomic™ Kids Parties at The Studio Fitness!
Have your kid's birthday party, or ANY special kid party, at The Studio Fitness and make it a ZumbAtomic Party!  $150 for a group of ten (10) or less; $10 for each additional child.  Price includes tables, chairs and a 30 minute ZumbAtomic (Zumba for Kids) class.  Call the Studio for additional information or to schedule a party.  937.387.0660

One-Time or Session Events

STUDIO FIT RUN CLUB! This is a FREE Club open to anyone at ANY level who wishes to build endurance, train with others, and spend time with new friends who all share a common goal: FITNESS! Join the group on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30pm and Mondays at 8:00am* in the lobby and we will set out together to complete the local route walking or running at your own pace. For an additional challenge, stay for the 6:30pm Kettlebell & MORE! class (Walk-In, Studio Unlimited, or Swipe Card required for class please) to add strength training to your cardio workout!

*Studio Fit Run Club will meet weather permitting. "LIKE" The Studio Fitness on Facebook for schedule changes or cancellations.  DAYS & TIMES MAY VARY!! 

Girls Night In (Pole/Chair Fitness)
1st and 3rd Fridays each month
6:45 - 8:00 pm
$15

You don't want to miss what Julie has in store for your June Girls Night In classes!
June 21 - is Julie's birthday and this class will be a party!! We will use a brand new hit by Rihanna called "Jump," and you will love the remake of this song of an old school hit! Julie has a special surprise in store you won't want to miss!

*Call 937-387-0660 to reserve and pay your spot for $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

*While we do accept walk-ins for this class, we encourage you to save $5 and register and pay in advance.  It helps the instructor to better prepare for class if it is known how many will be in attendance.  Thank you!

 * * * TSF Instructor & Staff Appreciation Week! * * *
Saturday, June 29 - Friday, July 5
The Studio Fitness™ would like to show its appreciation to all of our instructors and staff for their unwavering dedication to both the Studio AND our students!  This month (June) also marks the third anniversary of the change in the name of our facility from Studio Zumba Fitness® to The Studio Fitness™.  While Zumba Fitness classes remain the cornerstone of our fitness program, we are PROUD to be able to offer such a variety of fitness formats to accommodate all ages, fitness levels and interests.  Our instructors are dedicated to learning and becoming certified in the latest exercise trends!

Stay tuned for special announcements this week as we honor and recognize this wonderful team.  Be sure to attend our special holiday classes on July 4 (details below), as we are dedicating those classes in honor of our TEAM. :)

Nutrition Seminar - "Eating Healthy on a Budget" - Saturday, June 29 @ 11 AM
$10 (pre-registration required)
Certified Nutritionist Paula will provide hints and tips for how to eat healthy/clean on a budget - several strategies will be discussed for planning, shopping and food preparation.  Handouts and healthy refreshments will be provided.  Questions are welcome!  Please Note:  Pre-registration is REQUIRED, as we must have a minimum number of participants to conduct the seminar.  Please register in person at the front desk or call 937 387-0660 to pay with a credit card.  If seminar is cancelled, your payment will be refunded.

FREE Zumba® warm-up for Vandalia Freedom 5K Run/Walk 
Vandalia Freedom 5K Run/Walk - Thursday, July 4 (view site for more info)
FREE Zumba® warm-up on the wall ball courts at Helke Park - starts at 7:45 am!
 
Join instructors from The Studio Fitness for a 20 minute Zumba® warm-up prior to the race (open to everyone!).  Then, head over to The Studio Fitness for two special holiday classes!
(details below)  *BONUS!  Attend the race Zumba warm-up and receive 50% off any smoothie or juice blend at LocoLicious Natural Juice & Coffee Bar on July 4 (this day ONLY).  Try the seasonal favorite, Melon Madness, or one of the new Java Brain Boosters!

Fourth of July Special $5 Holiday Classes + Instructor/Staff Appreciation Day!
8:30 AM  PUMP! ($5) w/Doug
9:30 AM Zumba® class ($5) + PILOXING, Club Cardio/Urban Fit, LaBlast Fitness, R&B Line Dancing w/all available instructors

All other classes will be cancelled this day ONLY. 

In The News

Read "Total Body Tabata: A Personal Perspective" by Barney Sentner

Why Group Exercise?
One of the main reasons for people “quitting the gym” is lack of support, motivation, and enjoyment. Without the knowledge from a personal trainer, it is difficult to know what workouts to do, making it frustrating and easy to give up and go home. Plus, it is hard to motivate yourself to exercise to your fullest potential if you are alone. Here are some fantastic benefits of attending group exercise classes:

• Support and Motivation: When you work out on your own, you are more likely to give up faster than when you are in a group exercise class. The instructor can provide the support you need to keep pushing on, and being in a class full of others gives you the accountability and motivation to stay.
• Fun: Going to a group exercise class is fun! Our Zumba classes have encouraging music to get you excited and motivated for the class. It is also the group fitness instructor’s purpose and duty to provide a calorie-burning workout for you that is enjoyable.
• Friends: Group exercise classes are a perfect place to meet friends. Other people in the same classes as you share the common interest of wanting to stay fit, plus if you meet someone in your class you can motivate each other to keep attending that class.
• Accountability: Probably the biggest advantage to group exercise classes is the accountability. If you decide not to attend classes, most likely your absence will be noticed.  Your attendance to each class is pertinent to the performance of the team. Consistency is huge when starting an exercise program and for this reason, the benefit of the accountability of a group exercise class will increase your results substantially.
• Social benefits: Most people spend their early years socializing in groups. This includes games and fitness activities. In later years, most individuals are too busy to socialize regularly. Group exercise can mitigate this problem, by allowing scheduled group activity time. Group exercise has the added benefit of preventing boredom with exercise, by adding an element of camaraderie to the chosen activity.

Safety Issues

• Please bring only the MINIMUM necessary items into a class (water bottle, towel, keys) and place those items along the wall on the SIDES or FRONT of the Studio room.  DO NOT PLACE ANY ITEMS ALONG THE BACK WALL.
• Make sure water bottles remain 'upright', and if they do fall over immediately set them back upright.
• If you see spilled water on the floor (from water bottles, shoes, etc.) please either notify a staff member immediately to clean it up or feel free to dry the area yourself.
• If your shoes are wet because of the weather, please bring a dry pair to change into.  Wet shoes make for a very slippery wood floor!

For the fourth year in a row – The Studio Fitness (formerly Studio Zumba Fitness) has been voted "The Best Place to Burn Calories in Dayton 2012” on ActiveDayton.com!  We thank everyone for their support and votes!  It is an accomplishment to just be nominated for the poll, but to win this distinction FOUR years in a row is a testament to not only our incredible staff, instructors and facility, but to the dedicated students who choose to make The Studio Fitness their favorite place to burn calories! Thank you!

• Studio ZUMBA^® Fitness in Vandalia, voted Best Fitness Center in Dayton 2009, will now be known as The Studio Fitness™. The simpler name better reflects the wide range of classes and services offered for all ages and fitness levels. And The Studio founders Doug and Joan Jones are quick to point out that nothing has been lost in the transition.  “We’re still the region’s premier ZUMBA^® facility,” Doug Jones says.  Read the full press release

• Read Zumba, still popular in this area, marks 10th anniversary

• The Studio Fitness™ puts focus on the Beginners!  Read about our Zumba® and strength training classes for Beginner & Medium Level
  
  
• Read an article about The Studio Fitness™ trip to Cancun, MX and view the pictures from the trip!