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HOT HOT HOT Update! Hot deal, Hot new classes!

It’s COLD Outside, But HOT in Here!

Join us tomorrow morning for our Thanksgiving Day Workout. We’ve got 3 great classes lined up– take 1 or all 3! Reserve your spot here. (Scroll down and take the link for more deets.)

THANKSGIVING WORKOUT! Register Here: LINK

DID YOU KNOW???? How many calories IN AN AVERAGE Thanksgiving Dinner? ….a whopping 4,500 calories!! Let us help you burn a few of those off! Join us for one or all 3 classes before you over indulged in all the festivities! You must pre-register at the link above to guarantee your spot! Space is limited. Proceeds go to support the Idaho Food Bank and City Lights Women & Children’s Shelter! Grab a friend and come Earn your pie with StudioMove!!

8am OULA (New high energy, fun class)
9am Barre Burn/Sculpt
10am Hip-Hop Dance Fitness

1 class $12
2 classes $15
3 classes $20

New classes coming up…….
Beginning NEXT week we will be offering OULA on our schedule:

OULA Dance Fitness!! 
A high energy, fun workout that will have you smiling, laughing, and sweating. Checkout their video at the bottom of this email. The ladies are sooooo fun!

Tues 9:30am
Thursdays 5:40pm
Saturdays 11:30am
Sign up here

Hot Yoga and Hot Barre? Yessssss Please!!!

 

Beginning in January our schedule is going to be even more amazing and we are making it even HOTTER:

We will be offering HOT Yoga, Vinyassa, Zin and HOT BARRE classes! We are currently in the process of hiring additional staff and creating our new schedule. If you haven’t already taken advantage of our new client special, you can do that right now by clicking here. Clients with current packages will be the first to know when we start offering Studio Move Boise Memberships which allow you access to exclusive info and to sign up for classes before anyone else!

Read the full update with links here

 

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Thanksgiving Workout!

DID YOU KNOW???? How many calories IN AN AVERAGE Thanksgiving dinner? ….a whopping 4,500 calories!! Let us help you burn a few of those off! Join us for one or all 3 classes before you over indulged in all the festivities! You must pre-register at the link below to guarantee your spot! Space is limited. Proceeds go to support the Idaho Food Bank and City Lights Women & Children’s Shelter! Grab a friend and come Earn your pie with StudioMove!!

8am OULA
9am Barre Burn/Sculpt
10am Hip-Hop Dance Fitness

1 class $12
2 classes $15
3 classes $20

 

REGISTER NOW!

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Mix-up your Fitness Routine with Our Weekend Workshops

Wake Up Your Body!

We all have workout regimens that we follow through the week. Whether it’s taking our regular classes at SMB, hitting the gym, going for a walk or run after work, or even just exercising at home, we’re devoted to doing all we can to improve our fitness and mental health. However, our bodies typically start to stagnate when we perform the same workout regime over and over.

As gym enthusiasts know, we have to keep introducing new workouts and new fitness regimens to keep the weight off of our body and to continue to maintain a toned figure. Introducing those new regimens, however, may not be the easiest thing to do. For one, we may not know just what else to do.

More importantly, we don’t want to burn ourselves out. Performing the same exercise every other day not only stagnates the body, but it also stagnates the mind. As such, we should find ways to keep our workouts exciting and challenging. One of the most fun solutions for this problem can be found at Studio Move Boise.

Make Workouts Fun Again

For those of us who are tired of the hum-drum cycle found at a gym or even for those who are just looking for a bit of fun on the weekend to improve their mental health and physical health, then Studio Move Boise has exactly what you need. We offer quite a few different dance workshops designed to keep you moving and have a blast.

For adults, there are a ton of fun and exciting dance workshops available. Here are just a few that we have offered in the past as well as a few special workshops that are coming to a weekend near you.

PAST: Don’t Worry, Be Yonce: Hip-Hop Cabaret Workshop by Ahley!

StudioMove was SOOOO excited to begin our workshop series with this cool class a couple weeks ago! Ladies harnessed their inner goddess at a sexy, stress free dance experience. We offered this in a fun, all inclusive and safe environment where we are ALL unique. Dancers brought their   fiercest attitude and worked their sensual side with HOT choreography made for any level of experience.

OCT 27: Michael Jackson Thriller Workshop

 

Thriller Halloween Choreography Workshop — All Ages are welcome! $5 Each. Register Here!

One thing for certain is that Michael Jackson is the King of Pop, and everyone loves Thriller. To make our Halloween weekend all the more exciting and spooky, we can sign up for the Michael Jackson Thriller Workshop. Not only will we learn some much-beloved dance moves, but the workshop will keep us on our feet and burning fat and calories, so we can indulge ourselves with a few sweets on Halloween night without the guilt.

For those of us who want a fun weekend celebrating the Halloween holiday and still feel like we’re contributing to our health, then this workshop is perfect! One thing that is certain is no one will be leaving that workshop without that song playing in our heads. Costumes optional!

Corvette Dancer Workshop

NOVEMBER 10, 2018. 6:30pm $15
Corvette Dancers Workshop! Register Here for the Femme Forward Dance Workshop at Studio Move Boise.

One final special workshop coming to Studio Move Boise is the Corvette Dancer workshop. We can learn quite a few new moves that are sure to impress our friends at this workshop. They are a popular experience in Boise and we are very excited to have this special workshop at our studio!

Thanksgiving Boot Camp! Registration Opens Soon.

While we all love the holidays, it is practically guaranteed that we’re going to gain some extra weight with all of the delicious food sitting around us. Not to mention, the colder weather just tends to keep us indoors more often than outside where we can take walks. To help ourselves not gain any extra weight–and thus make those New Year’s Goals all the easier–we can sign up for a special workshop known as the Thanksgiving Boot Camp!

As its name might suggest, this workshop is designed to help us remain slim for the Thanksgiving holiday. Instead of unbuttoning our pants after the big meal has been consumed, we can show off our trim figure and have seconds without worry. This is a fun weekend workshop that can help to break up our typical exercise regimen and help our bodies prepare for the onslaught of food on Thanksgiving.

When: Thanksgiving Morning
Start:7am-10am
Registration opens soon!
7am OULA
8am Barre Burn/Sculpt
9am Hip-Hop Dance Fitness
How many calories is your typical Thanksgiving dinner….a whopping 4,500 calories!! Let us help you burn a few of those off! Join us for one or all  3 classes before you over indulged in all the festivities!
1 class $12
2 classes $15
3 classes $20
Prices per person, space is limited.

Schedule A Class Now!

To maintain a healthy weight and keep our bodies as trim and toned as we want them to be, we have to throw in a few surprise exercise regimens to shock the body. Dancing is one of the best methods of exercise. Those offered by SMB combine a heart-racing exercise with a whole ton of fun. Give us a look today and schedule an appointment as soon as possible to reserve a spot with us.

After the holidays are finished, we can be sure we’ll need a few extra weekends to help ourselves get our bodies back. There’s no better or more enjoyable way than to do so through dance!

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MJ’s THRILLER! Learn the choreography for Halloween.

REGISTER NOW! $5/Per Person

 

 

REGISTER NOW! $5/Per Person

 

 

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Adult Drop In Classes: Learning to grow and love yourself with dance.

Learning to grow and love yourself with dance.

If you’re looking to build more fun into your fitness routine, meet some new people, expand your mind and have some fun, join us for a dance class! You’ll get to enjoy the music, build memory muscle and stretch and flex your body in ways that weights and cardio can’t touch.

Benefits of Dance Fitness

Dance is a great way to beat the stress of daily living. Whether you want to try ballet moves at the Barre class or are ready to combine exercise with feeling beautiful in Studio Move Burlesque, a dance class offers the chance to focus your mind on something totally new.

If your exercise program has become routine, you may find yourself dwelling on negative thoughts or stressful situations while you engage in your exercise “habit.” By breaking up the habit with new dance steps in the REFIT class, you can focus on the music and the movement.

Dance breaks your habitual exercise practice and forces your brain and body to focus on new thoughts, movements and steps. Leave your worries behind, burn some calories, get your blood moving and have some fun!

Music For Everyone

Why not join us for Country Heat? Take the music you love off the radio and put it to work in the dance studio!

For those who need something a bit more modern, try the Jazz-Funk class for great stress relief and an energy boost that will last for hours. No matter your favorite tunes, we can help you move to them.

From formal moves at the barre to country line dance to hip hop to modern dance, our classes are designed to help you enjoy the power and beauty of your own body. You can get your confidence back, build strength and increase your cardio capacity by moving to the music.

Moving your body to music is as old as humans themselves. We have told our stories through music and dance for generations. If you’re ready to get up and get moving but struggle to find an exercise class that appeals to you, join us and build your ConfiDance!

Dance Benefits For All Ages

Dance is great for your brain as well as your body. The benefits of exercise in fighting dementia are well-known, but did you know that dance can help you build new neural pathways?

Learning new dance steps can be a brain building exercise. Physically, the challenge of learning new dance steps can help you build and maintain muscle, elevate your heart rate to a healthy (and calorie burning) level and improve your balance.

If your plans for retirement include trying new things, take a dance class with us! We can make the idea of “move it or lose it” fun.

No Judgement

If you’ve been told you’ve got two left feet, or if it’s just been a while since you exercised, our studio is a safe place to work out. We offer women’s fitness class options if you prefer a bit more privacy.

Our Studio Move Burlesque class is a terrific option for those ready to up their dance game while feeling beautiful and a bit sexy. These movements require no special costumes or props; just try some new steps and enjoy the #confidance boost!

In addition, our adult drop in dance classes are designed for everyone who just wants to move to the music! At StudioMoveBoise.com, the outcome is wellness and confidence and the goal is fun.

Our Schedule Works With Yours

No matter how much you have to do, our classes start at 9:30 and run until late in the evening. We can help you build a fitness program full of fun and variety.

If your exercise routine is feeling a little tedious or if you just want to move some new muscle groups, dance fitness could be just the class to get you to a new level of health! You can build your confidence, stretch and flex your body, improve your balance and build new brain power. Dance classes aren’t just for kids anymore, so get ready to move to the music and join us for a brand new workout!

 

Here’s a link to our class schedule: https://studiomoveboise.com/schedule/

Here’s a link to the class descriptions: https://studiomoveboise.com/adult-classes/

Reserve your spot here, or just drop-in

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6 Ways Dance Classes Benefit Early Development in Kids

 

6 Ways Dance Classes Benefit Early Development in Kids

Most kids like to play and move around. Dance is an organized way of moving around. Dancing classes for kids allow them to get access to professional dance instructors and teachers, music, and other children. Even though dance is a form of exercise, it does not seem or feel like exercise for kids. Dance is fun. It is an easy way to convince kids that exercise does not have to be boring. If you instill a positive attitude while they are still young, your kids are likely to continue dancing when they grow up. The following are some of the ways that dance classes may help in early development.

 

  1. Developing Social Skills

 

Kids that are in a dancing school are likely to develop good social skills at a young age. They interact with other kids and their instructors. They have no choice but to develop good interpersonal and communication skills. Dancing schools may divide kids into teams. The kids learn the importance of teamwork in achieving a shared goal, leadership, and respect for authority figures. They learn how to listen to instructions from the instructors and suggestions from other kids. The social skills may help them in other aspects of their lives.

 

  1. #Confidance Development

Dance allows kids to develop high self-esteem. They learn about their bodies. People that understand how their bodies work are unlikely to be ashamed of their physical appearance. Most kids are unsure of themselves when they first join a dance class. They may think that they are unable to perform certain moves. When they do, they realize that they are just as capable as the people they looked up to. Trying out and succeeding in various challenges makes a child feel good. They become confident in their knowledge when they learn about different dance moves and their origins. Dance reduces shyness and promotes assertiveness. That’s why at StudioMoveBoise.com we refer to confidence as #ConfiDance!

 

  1. Mental Development

Dance may facilitate the psychological development of children. A child’s brain is continually developing especially when the child learns new things. During a dance, kids learn about focus, body coordination, and making decisions fast. Dance encourages kids to explore their creativity. All the types of dance demand some creativity. Children can use their imagination to come up with new moves and provide solutions to various problems. There is no better time for human beings to develop their creativity than when they are young.

 

  1. Cognitive Development

Children that attend dance classes learn the importance of self-discipline from a young age. They learn the necessary skills and their ability to memorize, evaluate, and analyze things improves. It improves their progress in other aspects of their lives including academic performance and problem-solving skills. Dance demands for children to pay attention. Children that are below five years old have short attention spans of about 15 minutes. Dance classes may help with that. Children that attend dance classes at a young age learn to balance school and extracurricular activities when they grow older.

 

  1. Emotional Development

Dancing helps your child to learn how to identify and express different emotions. The ability to express feelings has both physical and mental benefits. They may learn to use dance as an outlet to express their feelings even when they grow older. Expressing emotions helps to reduce psychological stress and anxiety. It improves their self-esteem and may help you learn things about your child that you did not know.

 

  1. Academic Development

Children that attend dance classes have a strong academic foundation. They are likely to perform well in school. It sets a strong foundation for math. Dancing involves combinations of patterns and counting. Left-brain learning promotes logical thinking which increases chances of success in math. It helps to learn a language because dance involves a lot of vocabulary. It requires dancers to be creative. Creativity is important when learning a language. Kids may learn about the different parts of their bodies as they dance. It helps to improve their Science abilities. Dancers learn to focus and follow instructions. They learn how to be creative and inquisitive. These qualities may help set the foundation for academic success.

Preparing Kids for Dance School

If you plan on taking your kids to dance school for the first time, you need to prepare. Do not let the excitement make you forget important things. The following are some of the things to remember.

  • Dress the kids appropriately. Ensure that their dress code is flexible and relevant to their dance style. Their shoes should be comfortable and well-fitting
  • Explain to them what to expect. Preparing the kids may keep them from feeling awkward or anxious.
  • Encourage and reward your little dancers. It helps to build their confidence.
  • Reassure your kids that nothing will go wrong. Let them know that you will be there to assists them in case of any problems.
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Become an Instructor: Barre Certification Series

 

Studio Move is excited to announce our 3 Week Barre Teacher Training coming this October!

This method was created by a dancer and inspired by music, Pilates, and yoga.  If you love movement, music, the strength and power of Barre and want to share it with others, this training is for you!
Meeting times at Studio Move: 6734 N. Glenwood Ave, Boise, ID
Mark your calendars for the following M/W/F in October:
October 5-21st
Friday’s 7:45pm-9:45pm
Saturday’s 12-5pm (noon barre class included)
Sunday’s 12-4pm
Price $895
Includes a manual, and an outline of a Barre class to teach from that can be used at other studios.
Learn teaching techniques like musicality, cueing, and anatomy.
Free Barre Classes at Studio Move for the duration of the training.
REQUIRED: $300 non refundable deposit to secure your spot due by Sept 28th.
Register Here:

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Dancing Can Keep Your Kids Focused in School and Improve Performance

We all need some form of physical activity to stay healthy and live long, and that applies for the little ones too. Exercise is actually more important for children since their bodies are still developing, and physical activity helps their bodies grow and develop the right way. One of the best ways for children to stay physically active is dancing. Dance helps your children stay fit and at the same time, it improves their flexibility and range of motion.

The benefits of dancing for children are innumerable. It’s also quite obvious that arts provisioning in mainstream schools is shrinking, and as a parent, you may be wondering if dance classes are the next logical step for your child. Today, we help you clear the doubt. In this article, we explore the benefits of dancing and how this fun and exciting activity can keep your child focused in school and improve his or her performance. But first, how do you know if dancing is a good activity for your kid?

How to Tell If Dancing Is a Good Activity for Your Child

To reap all the benefits — beyond physical exercise — of dancing, your child has to find dancing, as an activity, fun and exciting. So, how can you tell if your kid’s into dancing? Well, if your child is old enough to know and express clearly what he/she likes, you can just ask. If the child isn’t sure, try sending him/her to a summer dance camp for week or two. It’s a great way for you and the child to figure out if dance classes are a welcome addition to their regular routine.

For younger children, there are a few ways to tell if a kid can benefit from dance lessons. For instance, does the child enjoy watching people dance on TV? Is the child always dancing around in the house? Or maybe your kid has expressed interest in dance lessons, directly or indirectly? And if so, enrolling him/her for a dance class is a good idea. Don’t worry about their age or size; most instructors will happily enroll children as young as 3 years old.

The Benefits of Dance Lessons for Kids

As we said earlier, dancing has a lot of benefits for children. For starters, dancing will help your child maintain a balanced lifestyle and it’s a fun source of exercise. But that’s not all, dancing can keep your child focused in school and improve academic performance. According to a study conducted by the Arts Education Partnership (AEP), children who participate in dancing and other performance arts show an improvement in reading comprehension, speaking, and writing skills. Here are some of the ways in which dance can help your child at school.

Dance Improves Behavioral Issues

Behavioral issues, such as hyperactivity can have a negative impact on a child’s focus and academic performance. Dance is a skill that requires discipline, focus, and coordination. It’s one of the most effective ways of releasing pent-up energy. Dancing tends to have a calming effect on a child thus helping improve behavioral issues. The child learns to put in the same focus, discipline, and dedication they put in during dance class at school, which, in turn, leads to better academic performance.

Dancing Encourages Socialization

Dance class is a good place to make friends and help the child improve his or her social skills. With every dance class, your child learns how to improve his or her social and communication skills. The child also learns how to cooperate with others, work together as a team, and freely express himself/herself. These social and communication skills are transferred to the classroom.  When a child can express himself/herself clearly, ask the right questions, and cooperate with other students in the class, his/her academic performance will improve dramatically.

Dancing Boosts Self-Esteem

Low self-esteem can affect the life of a child in many ways. For instance, low self-esteem often leads to poor academic performance in children. Physical activities such as dancing help a child understand how his/her body moves, which helps them become more comfortable in their own skin. It takes confidence and courage to dance in front of an audience. Therefore, dancing, in a way, help develop these important qualities — and a positive attitude. A child with confidence, courage, positive attitude, and high self-esteem will perform better at school.

Dancing Promotes Creativity

Dancing is a form of self-expression. Attending dance classes promotes creativity and helps a child learn to appreciate the arts. A child that starts exploring the world of dance at an early age will find a positive way to express him/herself and a positive outlet for his/her creativity. Dancing allows children to hone their creativity, which helps them know their fields of interest early in life. When a child knows what field of academics he/she wants to pursue, they are able to focus and perform better in school.

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Tawnya Halleus

Founder, CEO

Tawnya first began her career as a student of dance 35 years ago. Her young start helped develop a deep love for dance that led to a deep love of teaching the art to all levels of skill. At the age of 12, she began teaching her first dance class, where she was mentored to become one of Idaho’s top dance instructors.

While a student in high school, Tawnya was also a high school dance team coach for one of Idaho’s award-winning teams. She then pursued her education at Boise State University while a member of the two-time National Champion Mainline Dance Team. After her college days, she continued her dancing experience as a member of the Steelheads Hockey dance/cheer team as well as a team member of the Boise Stallions and a part of the Stampede dance team.

After spending several years as a professional dancer, Tawnya returned to the dance studio as an instructor where she quickly became well known in the dance community as a creative, cutting-edge dance artist who brings original content to all of her programs and classes. As a lifelong student of the art of dance, Tawnya has enjoyed continuing her education with classes, certifications, and trainings throughout the United States and internationally including the prestigious Millennium Dance Complex in Salt Lake City; additional courses at The Edge Performing Arts in Los Angeles CA, and visiting studios in New York and Hollywood.

A gifted instructor, Tawnya’s classes and programs have attracted all levels of ability from beginners to advanced where she custom fits the content to each individual.

Tawnya is the owner and founder of the dance studio Hidden Springs Dance Academy, teaching a wide range of programs to all ages. In January 2017, she founded the original Dance N Sip program, catering to ladies 21 and up for a fun-filled evening of wine and dance that encourages every woman to find their inner sexy self through a little liquid courage — the ultimate Girls’ Night Out!