Celebrating Meghan Doyle

WiOwithus — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:51:06 +0000

We are writing with our deepest regrets to announce the recent passing of Meghan Doyle, a very loyal WiO Member. Meghan was the bubbly, smiling blonde is the front row of any Zumba Love class. She was not only a passionate Zumba Love fan, but also a positive and vibrant young woman that touched our studio with her enthusiasm and smile. She was taken far too soon and we are here for anyone that would like to talk or needs a hug. Feel free to share your thoughts and prayers for Megan’s family and friends. We are sending all our WiO Love to you Meghan, we all know you are dancing in heaven.

Meghan was one of our first WiO Working Gals, click here to read all about the incredible, accomplished and inspirational woman she was.

Spring Fashion Trends: “Show Off” your best features!

WiOwithus — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:43:48 +0000

WiOers have been working hard all Winter long to shape their beautiful Spring and Summer Bodies! Check out these fashion trends that will highlight your toned arms, legs and abs!

Ready to reveal your “Sweata Weatha” arms? Then this high-neck-flare dress is the Spring look for you!

How about showing off your “Tight End” legs in this hip shorts look?

Feeling great about your “Zumba Love” core? Then the cut out dress trend will be your go-to Summer night look!

Join our growing gymnastics program this fall!

lisa — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:27:21 +0000

Registration is open for our 2013 – 2014 Gymnastics Season and with the addition of a second studio opening in September we will be able to offer more classes with new equipment, expanded class times and more!

New this season there will be the option to enroll in a full season (September – June) or half season (September – January or February – June). No more 8-week sessions, the new season options allows your child to further their skills through consistent and on-going instruction. Pricing options are as follows:

We will be hosting classes in our Willow Avenue and River Street studios. Willow will be designated to our evolving gymnastics students including Kiddie Tumblers through Basic/Intermediate, while our River location will be tailored to our more seasoned students from Intermediate and above.

Watch the video below from founder and program director, Noel Descalzi, as she explains the program and its evolution even further.

What’s Up in Next Stop; Skinny!

WiOwithus — Wed, 15 May 2013 02:08:30 +0000

Kara and Heather have been loving their packed NSS classes! Check out what’s been going on in this WiO Class Favorite!

In preparation for summer, Kara has been focusing a lot on abs and increasing cardio a bit more!! She has also been encouraging WiOers go a bit harder by not giving as many options to modify.

Heather loves how everyone has been showing up to NSS ready to work. “It sets a very positive tone for their week,” she explains. Each week she likes to vary the exercises and time at each station. This challenges everyone physically and mentally, while keeping each class fresh. It’s a quick moving class, but Heather likes to make sure everyone is performing the station correctly and to their best ability. Monday mornings have been filled with energy, hard work, and enthusiasm!

Heather and Kara both agree that if you are new to NSS, remember, it’s your class and your challenge. If you feel you need a break, take a deep breath, grab a quick drink, and then get moving again.

Looking great Next Stoppers! Your hard work is paying off!

Slimpossible Mission #6 – Kraze Kardio Konfusion

WiOwithus — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:49:15 +0000

We got all sorts of Kray this past Sunday at our Kraze Kardio Konfusion Burn with Cheryl! Check out Cheryl’s recap of the burn below!!

“We enjoyed the nice weather and did a jog down to the water then did some track drills before heading back to the studio. We added in some kickboxing moves, then went onto interval training with different types of cardio moves in times segments – everything from burpees to traveling push-ups to squat jumps got some air time – then cooled down with a jog to Columbus square park before letting the mommies go enjoy their day. Lisa surprised us at the end with a great treat – a fruit and Greek yogurt parfait.”

Great job Kraze Burners! You rocked it! Our last burn of the Slimpossible Mission Series is this Sunday! You do not want to miss the chance to strap on the leg warmers with Carrie in our I love the 80′s Dance Party Burn! Sign up here!

WiO’s celebrate their Go Mommies!

WiOwithus — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:18:50 +0000

Mother’s Day is all about celebrating the beautiful women who put us on this earth! Check out how some of our WiO Family celebrated the day!

The Descalzi women (seen above) had a wonderful day together celebrating their role model mamma!

Heather and her mom had a great day in Massachusetts celebrating both Mother’s Day and my nephews First Communion. They then continued the celebration on Sunday, celebrating Mother’s Day with my future mother-in-law in New York. It was the perfect weekend to celebrate two wonderful women!

Kelly took the train down to Morristown, NJ to visit her mama! They spent the day walking through town and had a delcious dinner at an Afgan restaurant! They finished the day with a great couch session watching Long Island Medium! It was a great day!

Cheryl and her mom, two sisters, and their 5 kids celebrated on Saturday and went out to a late lunch. Taking five kids under the age of five out to eat was no easy feat! Afterwards they hung out at “Nana’s” house where she snapped this picture. They all tried to wear turquoise, her mom’s favorite color. Cheryl came home afterwards to find her first canine Mother’s Day present – my dog (or fiancé?) made her an ornament with her pawprint!

Sherri spent her day running the Mother’s Day 5 miler with Paige in her stroller. Sherri’s best teammate!

And the beautiful Bruno Women had a special day celebrating their mom!

and she said YES! Stefanie and Rob

WiOwithus — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:17:22 +0000

We are ecstatic to reveal a recent WiO engagement! Congratulations loyal WiO Stefanie Moret and hew new fiance Rob Iannacone!

When did he propose?

Rob proposed on March 14th. To most people this is just a random date, but it’s kind of special to us. It’s a holiday of sorts. We’re both giant nerds and as any good nerd knows, 3/14 is pi day. Rob picked it out so that in two years, on the ultimate pi day, we could tie the knot.

How did he do it?
He took me out for a fancy dinner. I’m still a little mad at him because I really didn’t see any of it coming. Rob had apparently been planning the whole thing for like a month and because he was busy planning, I of course was mad at him for not spending time with me and giving me lame excuses all month. So he had me thinking the dinner was to make up for being busy the entire month. We went to the Dining Room at Anthony David’s right here in town. The meal was so good and right after we ordered dessert, Rob started telling me how special I was and how much he loved me. I could kind of tell where it was going now, but then his phone rang and the waitess came back. He was adorably flustered and even though, I definitely knew it was coming now, I still burst into happy tears. Rob describes it as a “tear-splosion”.

How did you know he was the one?
It was only a matter of putting the signs together. He makes me happy and feel special. Rob has a personal mission to make me laugh as much as possible. That mission only intensifies when I have a rough day. I think the biggest clue was that after a while, I just couldn’t picture living a life without him in it.

Slimpossible Mission #5 – Wepa Burn

WiOwithus — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:21:55 +0000

This past Sunday, we kicked off Cinco De Mayo in style with our Wepa Burn! Kelly started this 90-minute cardio burn with a full dancer warm up followed by four Zumba/Zumba toning sets! After a massive sweat we concluded the burn with some power packed guacamole and a rejuvenating Mock Mango,Cucumber Margarita! Great job Wepa Burners! You set the studio on fire!!!

Work it Out Wear is Here!

WiOwithus — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:11:45 +0000

Sometimes all the motivation you need to make it to a workout, is a good outfit!

Recently launched at the studio, Work it Out Wear is a set of custom designs made from high end performance apparel makers including American Apparel and Alternative.

The pieces include a workout pant, that hugs you in all the right places and won’t budge during an intense workout session, a t-shirt that has the perfect blend of soft and durable, as well as an everyday hoodie that can go from the studio to the street. Wear all three for the perfect, stylish, yet functional workout outfit. All sizes are available.

Did we mention, if you buy a class pack, you’ll receive a discount on all apparel and various accessories? Come on down and check it out!

Work it Out T-Shirt

A t-shirt that has the perfect blend of soft and durable. Available in white and grey. $22.

Work it Out Pant

A workout pant that hugs you in all the right places and won’t budge during an intense workout session. Available in black. $62.

Work it Out Hoodie

An everyday hoodie that can go from the studio to the street. Available in slate. $56.

Go Mommy, Go!

WiOwithus — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:58:52 +0000

In the past month our Go Mommies have been rocking their outdoor workouts! Check out their hard work below! Go Mommy, Go Mommy, Go!