Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Fitness & Dance Classes in Lightfoot, VA
Founded over 50 years ago, we pioneered the worlds first aerobic dancing program and continue to lead the fitness industry with our innovative Get-It-All-Together approach. Our classes combine warmup, corework, Vertifirm resistance training, cardio, and cooldown into a single hour, designed for all fitness levels. With choreography updated four times yearly and music spanning genres, we ensure engaging workouts that promote physical health, mental well-being, and community.Our Heartrate System guarantees safe, effective exercise, while our franchise model empowers instructors globally. Decades of experience and testimonials attest to our commitment to accessible, enjoyable fitness solutions.
Services
Dance Classes
StrongStep Classes
Corework Training
Vertifirm Resistance
Cardio Workouts
Franchise Opportunities
Instructor Training
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of pioneering fitness expertise with proven aerobic dance methodologies.
- Our Get-It-All-Together approach delivers full-body workouts in a single session.
- Heartrate System ensures safe, personalized intensity levels for all participants.
- Four annual choreography updates keep routines fresh and motivating.
- Franchise support empowers instructors to build successful local fitness businesses.
What people say
Enjoyable music and dance steps
Lost weight and a dress size
Supportive community
Lifeline for mental and physical health
Fun and effective workouts
Services
Dance Classes
Our Dance Classes blend choreographed routines with music genres like pop, rock, and Latin. Each session includes warmup, corework, resistance training, and cardio to improve strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health while fostering community engagement through group participation.
StrongStep Classes
StrongStep uses a step platform for low-impact, high-energy workouts. Classes include warmup, Vertifirm resistance exercises, core strengthening, and adjustable-intensity cardio segments, providing a full-body workout that enhances endurance and muscle tone for all fitness levels.
Corework Training
Corework focuses on abdominal exercises, planks, and pushups integrated into dance movements. This service targets torso muscles to improve posture, stability, and overall strength while seamlessly transitioning between fitness segments in each class.
Vertifirm Resistance
Vertifirm incorporates bodyweight and optional equipment-based resistance exercises. Designed to tone arms, legs, and glutes, this service replaces traditional floor workouts with standing movements, combining strength training with continuous aerobic activity for efficient results.
Franchise Opportunities
We offer franchise opportunities with low startup costs, training programs, and marketing support. Instructors receive choreography materials, music licenses, and business guidance to establish local classes while maintaining brand standards and community-focused fitness values.
People
Jacki Sorensen
Founder
Jacki created the worlds first aerobic dance program over 50 years ago. Her innovative Get-It-All-Together method revolutionized fitness by combining dance, strength training, and cardio into accessible, music-driven workouts for all ages.
Chris Matter
Director of Operations
Chris oversees daily operations and franchise support, ensuring instructors receive necessary resources. With extensive experience in fitness program management, he helps new franchisees establish successful local classes while maintaining brand integrity.
Janci Farwell
Vice President
Janci manages choreography development and instructor training. As assistant choreographer, she ensures class routines align with Jackis original vision while adapting to modern music trends and fitness standards.
Questions
What fitness programs do you offer?
We offer Dance Classes and StrongStep Classes combining cardio, strength training, and flexibility exercises for all ages and fitness levels.
How can I find a class near me?
Visit our website to locate classes in Lightfoot, VA, or check affiliated sites for Australia and Japan.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes! Our Heartrate System allows personalized intensity levels, making workouts accessible to all experience levels.
Can I start a franchise?
Yes! We provide training, marketing support, and low startup costs for qualified instructors.
What music styles are used in classes?
Classes feature diverse genres including pop, rock, country, Latin, and hip-hop for engaging workouts.
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