Props enhance your DanceFIT workouts.
Using props in your classes will add variety and fun, while also challenging you. Props can make an exercise more difficult to perform and challenge you to improve. Props can also offer support to prevent injury and aid in performing the exercise correctly. These are all available at the studio for you to borrow for In-Studio Classes, or you are welcome to bring your own.
Here are our favorites:
Weighted pilates balls or dumbell hand weights
Used in: balletFIT, pilates with props, balletFIT cardio, express cardio toneFIT (suggested 1 & 3 pounds)
Link to purchase Shopping tip: the weighted pilates balls are sold individually, make sure you buy two. Some clients prefer the feel of traditional weights better. We also recommend adding a set of heavier weights 8-10 for a challenge in Express Cardio Bootcamp |
Franklin air ball
Used in: balletFIT, pilates with props
Link to purchase Setup tip: play with the inflation level of the air ball - it does not have to be completely filled with air. |
Pilates circle
Used in: deep stretch, roll & relax, pilates with props
Link to purchase Shopping tip: You can also find these on amazon/ target, etc. For our classes, we suggest the lighter resistance. |
Yoga mats
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Used in: all classes except zumba and shine
Link to purchase Lululemon yoga mat Link to purchase left Gaiam yoga mat Link to purchase right Gaiam yoga mat Shopping Tip: all of our classes are currently B.Y.O.M. (bring your own mat!). We suggest investing in an inexpensive one like the left Gaiam for Pound and outdoor classes. For indoor classes, the choice is yours! Our studio loves and used the Lululemon mats pre-covid, the right Gaiam yoga mat is a client favorite. |
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Massage balls & yoga blocks
massage balls and yoga blocks used in deep stretch, roll & relax
Link to purchase massage balls Link to purchase yoga blocks Shopping tip: there are a few other options out there for massage balls. Sandra prefers the 2.5 inch balls that come with a tote bag. For yoga blocks, the foam ones are easier to clean, but the cork ones have a nice weight to them. |
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Resistance Bands
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Used in: pilates with props
Link to purchase resistance bands We love the loop style resistance bands. The green ones we use in the studio are "light" resistance (equivalent to the blue in the linked set). Note: We used to use the Pilates Versa-Tubes but these were discontinued. We will be transitioning over to these resistance bands instead -- exciting to have a change! |
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Pound Rockout. Workout. RIPSTIX
Used in: Pound Rockout. Workout.
Link to purchase RIPSTIX
1/4 pound weighted drumsticks - feel free to purchase your own to bring or borrow ours for this favorite in-studio class
Link to purchase RIPSTIX
1/4 pound weighted drumsticks - feel free to purchase your own to bring or borrow ours for this favorite in-studio class
*Please note, we are not paid by any companies to market their products. We use these on a regular basis and they are our favorites.