Vibez Studio

A good friend of mine turned me on to Zumba at Vibez Studio. I have been attending for well over a year and I have nothing but good things to say. your are always greeted at the door with a smile. VIBEZ is great! Nando is a great instructor with a huge following. His classes are always full and the energy in the room is always off the hook. It’s a great workout and most importantly it’s a lot of fun. It’s my favorite workout. Thank you Nando!

What a fun time at Vibez. love Nando’s class. I’m not a steady there, but when my home class isn’t going on, the next best thing and local for me is Vibez. Love the instructor, the environment and the energy it gives. Thanks for a great evening.

What happens when a studio becomes popular? They can maintain a standard of excellence or they can get greedy… Vibez Studio is greedy.
I went to their 8 pm class on the recommendation of a good friend of mine who raves about their Zumba class. I’m a veteran when it comes to working out and aerobics classes of all kinds but never really got into Zumba. However, I know I’m in excellent shape so I didn’t doubt that with adequate instruction I’d pick it up.
Well that’s the first problem. There is no instruction. You can’t hear the instructor… probably because he doesn’t speak except the occasional yell or cheer. You pretty much have to depend on the person in front of you and hope they know what they’re doing because the place is packed beyond what anyone should deem a «safe» capacity. There was easily 40 to 50 women in that class. No direction was given prior to the class as to how much space you should have between you and the person next to you. This of course becomes problematic when you realize you’re suddenly turning and hands are waving in the air. I was almost hit in the face twice. Not my idea of fun.
Oh and the lighting is a nightmare. It’s club central in there which I personally can’t stand. If I had known that prior to going in I would’ve worn my glasses because my eyesight is poor in the dark and blacklight. Then again I have NEVER worked out in all my life in that environment. When the moves became complicated and I was struggling, the instructor stands right in front of me so the small space I was moving in becomes even tighter. How does that help? I left after 20 minutes before I lost an eye.
Hands down the worst class I have ever taken… and I’ve taken 1000s of classes in my lifetime. Maybe at one point this was a quality place but now it’s just dangerous and clearly would rather pack students in like sardines than provide an environment conducive to learning and exercise.

My review is regarding the spin classes and pole classes at Vibez. The spin room at Vibez also has other equipment crammed in it other than bicycles for their Pilates Reformer class. The equipment makes the room REEK. After the Pilates class things are clearly not being cleaned properly because the sweat stench is FOUL and awful. If you do come here, try to get a bike close to the windows. The smell was so overpowering and so distracting during the entire spin class that it made me nauseous. I had to breathe through my mouth the entire ride and I was extremely uncomfortable.
Next — the spin instructors. I have taken a class with nearly all of their instructors and I have been fairly disappointed with all of them. Some instructors are incredibly rigid in their directions. Other instructors are primarily Zumba instructors so your ride is more like a dance party on a bike which you may or may not want for you hardcore spinners. (Expect dangerous dancing hands off the bike moves.) Then, I’ve also had the displeasure of doing several rides with an instructor that NEVER ONCE GOT ON THE BIKE for the entire 55 minute ride. I am most motivated by the instructor being on the bike, taking the lead, and doing the ride with us. Otherwise, the instructors hover around, micromanage and make you feel uncomfortable. I’m a fit rider and I know what’s best for my body, and I don’t need an instructor calling me out in class, when only I know my past medical history and what’s best for me, and this person has zero knowledge about that. I don’t want to be embarrassed, harassed, and feel pressured during my spin ride. It’s supposed to be ENJOYABLE. Management needs to seriously sit in on their instructors or manage them better because the instructors are the BIGGEST reason for the low enrollment in their spin classes.
I have been to way better spin classes than this place.
Finally, POLE — took a class with Lauren D, and it was clearly split into very advanced girls and beginners girls. She was friendly, approachable, and modeled spins for us. But the difficulty was in her managing 2 groups, which she did fairly well considering the massive range in ability. This class needs to be broken up into beginner, intermediate, and advanced nights honestly. That’s on the management.
I also took a class with Pasha. She was snippy, not helpful, impatient, and she stood around the entire session on her phone complaining that she was tired. I was pissed. After that experience, I never went back to Pole. She was very into the advanced pole spinners that attended, talking and chatting them up like old friends, but the beginners were pretty much ignored. Not a wonderful way to get new clients to return.
I have taken Zumba classes which great like all the other reviewers said.
IN CONCLUSION — dear management at VIBEZ, get your shit together for pole and spin and get better instructors or retrain them if you want to RETAIN YOUR CLIENTS.

Hands down the best Zumba studio in NYC. They always have a class available to fit into my busy schedule. All the staff is amazing and the atmosphere is great, which make my work out fun and feel like a night out. The handsome guy behind the counter even helped me with my diet and as a result I already lost 10lbs and had a great time doing it. I will be a vibez client for life!!!

I’ve been to a half a dozen Zumba studios and vibeZ is by far THE BEST! Staff is very friendly and the energy in the classes are AMAZING. Flexible schedule and always easy to find a class. They even have an iPhone app to stay up to date with classes. The handsome muscular guy behind the desk even gave me great advice on how to eat healthy. I already lost 30lbs and had a great time doing it!

I absolutely love Vibez studio everyone there is so friendly and inviting. I have been taking there pole fitness class for almost 2 years and have never had a bad experience. The instructor Lauren D. Is super helpful and always very detailed in her explanations.
There has never been a moment in 2 years of taking classes that I have felt judged for my body or «looks”(D S.) Vibez is a no judgement zone. So if your hesitant about taking a pole class for any reason don’t be we are all different shapes and sizes and we love how strong and sexy pole makes us feel. Those of us that have continued taking classes at Vibez are a family and we help each other and cheer Each other on when we are working on new moves. Please come join us you will feel soooo empowered by taking pole and this class is super affordable you can’t go wrong!
I hope I was helpful :)

What a great place. Classes are varied so there are many to choose from — zumba, pilates reformer, barre, spinning, TRX, pole dancing among others. The instructors are all excellent and the classes challenging and fun. The staff, owners and clients are very nice and helpful. I couldn’t ask for anything more.

Not even 5 min in to the pole class, I was completely hooked (clearly, I’ve been going for 2 years). What started out as a fun thing to do with my friend turned into one of my most cherished relationships with both the class and the people I’ve met. I’ve learned so much, and seeing photos of how I’v progressed from week to week is absolutely mind blowing. I look back at some moves I was terrified of that I can now do without even blinking an eye and I’m amazed at the strength I didn’t know I had. Lauren is a great instructor and she really tries to answer every question.
This is the most judgement free zone. The girls are like family, and we understand that we all have different moves to work on. We’re all quick to help anyone out, and were all there to learn from each other. It’s an incredibly addictive workout, and to this day missing a class makes me feel like something is missing.
The negative review (D.S.) are completely irrelevant because she didn’t even stay passed the first warmup move.
Come to a class, I promise you wont regret it!

My 4 year old son goes to Vibez for kids Zumba and this is the real thing. Miss Trish is awesome and does a great job keeping everyone dancing!

I’ve been taking classes at Vibez for over a year and a half now and I’m so glad I started going there. I first attended a class at Vibez because I followed one of my favorite Zumba instructors Magic Mike from another place. Once I joined I started taking other instructors as well such as Trish and Nando. They all have different styles but are all amazing. Right now I take Zumba every day of the week except Friday. The atmosphere is great and the people are great. I tell everyone and anyone I can that if they love Zumba, Vibez is definitely the place to be.

Just went for a Zumba class the instructor Nando asked who was new in the class (of I would say 30 women) we raised our hands he and made it his priority to make sure we were on track. Loved it! Nando’s class was awesome !!
We then waited for the 9:15 pm Beginners Pole Dancing class with LAUREN D and were sitting on the floor with the other women waiting. Everyone gets up as my friend and I sit confused. The instructor obviously knew everyone else and totally disregarded us. I had to scream out asking who the instructor was and she said me. Again RUDE. I don’t know if that’s her personality or she was threatened by how good looking we were compared to her. She then still was not making it her business to be welcoming and tell us what to do so we grabbed our stuff and walked out. As we left we hear them laughing. TERRIBLE INSTRUCTOR NO CLASS, and blatantly RUDE.

I wanted to host a Dirty 30 and one of my bucket list goals is to master pole dancing. Vibez came highly recommended on Unilocal.Immediately I paid my $ 100 deposit and started planning my Dirty 30. You have the option to bring food, liquor and cake. They supply paper products.
I arrived and was IN LOVE with how clean and perfectly posh the studio was. I set up my party table with drinks and food and the instructor Pasha offered to help. There are 9 poles in total and they are spaced out across the floor. The lighting in the studio made my photos really pop with sensuality.
The girls arrived and Pasha jumped right into pole spinning basics. This was difficult and after an hour very tiring. I would not suggest booking over 2 hours. Pasha was sweet and showed us different tricks and technique. I learned how to do a fore arm stand on the pole. I definitely want to come back for classes to improve!
Come tipsy to have a good time, bring liquor and sex appeal !

Love, love, love! Such a great studio filled with great classes! Hands down to Nando, Marcos and Reuben… hate it when I miss their classes! Zumba!

I originally came here with a group on deal for spin class, but continued to come here for the pilates classes with Marcos. The place itself is very clean and the front staff is very professional. No one ever gives me a hard time for cancelling a class, which is nice. It is incredibly easy to book and view their schedule via their online app.
The Pilates reformer classes here are great. They are offered multiple times per day and the machines are new and clean. I come here because even though I am a beginner, Marcos takes the time to help me out a lot and make sure I am keeping up. The relaxed environment is a great reason to come as well — everyone is just here for a workout and to have an enjoyable experience.

This is my very first Zumba class ever. I felt a bit intimidated after seeing some videos on you tube.
I enjoyed it completely. Even though I was out of breathe after the first ten minutes but I kept going and it felt great to fight through to the end.
The instructor is amazing. Before the class she introduced zumba briefly and reassured the first timers that it was okay to not able to follow the steps right away and it takes time and we can go on our own pace. Throughout the class she was on the stage and walked/​danced around the studio. Her energy was great.
I took the tm Thursday 6pm class. Will definitely be back to take her class again.

So my friends and I wanted to take a class. Pole dancing. (Just a fun Idea they had) We had this instructor who was young, maybe in her 20’s, she has red hair. Didn’t really catch her name. She didn’t introduce herself or really say much. She went straight into stretching and some crunches.
The one thing I really disliked were there were only 7 poles in the class so people had to triple up. If I’m paying $ 15 (which isn’t a lot, but come on) you should really tell us BEFORE THE CLASS.
I didn’t mind sharing one pole with my friend, but 3 girls on one is a little silly. There was about 18 girls in the class. I just thought the class would be a little different. Definitely not for me. At least I can check it off my list. I didn’t know what the hell I was doing. The instructor would go around to all the groups and explain/​show you so that was good. Floor was filthy, my feet were so dirty. I have to say I definitely underestimated strippers, pole dancers etc.
Not what I expected!

Best dance studio in the area! Made so many wonderful people… my second home. Would highly recommend for a fun & awesome work out!!!

Vibez is a fantastic place if you love to Zumba or SPIN. Teachers are really good, actually they spoil you with how good. I’ve tried to get a zumba or spin class at LA FItness or other places while on vacation and it’s always a let down compared to what I’ve gotten used to at Vibez.
The only draw back may be the cost. Its a little steep, compared to other gyms. And the awful parking situation.
My wish list for Vibez is :
Earlier classes, like 7 or 8am, Zumba or SPIN

Fun and affordable classes! I have only been to pole fitness and it is a blast. The instructors are extra helpful and are very skilled at what they do. I will be back!