Broadway Bodies, New York

Equipment: No equipment used, cardio classes only
Students should bring: Bottle of water, towel, tennis shoes, comfortable clothes, and a smile
Average class length: 60 minutes
Number of Staff: 11–25 people
Class location: Indoors only
Established: 2008
Registration required: Yes
Good for beginners: Yes
Guests allowed: No

Q&A with Stephen Brotebeck, Co-founder and Artistic Director

Exercise is challenging, and people frequently give up on their fitness routines. How do you keep clients motivated?
We keep our clients motivated by offering classes based on a theme. Our signature classs, Broadway Cardio, is all built around Broadway showtunes and choreography. Likewise, our Michael Jackson class features all Michael Jackson music and exciting choreography from some of his most popular music videos. We do the same with Glee and our Top of the Pops class.

When and how did you first develop a passion for fitness?
As a choreographer and dancer, I have always been interested in finding new ways to work out. Combining what I love—musical theater and dance—with high-impact cardio was a natural fit.

Is there anything else you want to add that we didn't cover?
Our classes are a judgement-free zone open to beginners, non-dancers, and dancers alike. Broadway Bodies is a community of dance and fitness lovers who are looking to lose pounds, have fun, and make new friends.