Work It! Family, friends and fans, we are thrilled to finally enter into the Spring and Summer season of 2018. Wow, it's been ONE YEAR since Work It! Studio joined the Balance Gym family. It feels like yesterday we were celebrating our move. Now, Work It at Balance Gym offers members a plethora of fitness options, at four locations around the city, four-floors of fitness (Thomas Circle), classes, spa services and the latest fitness equipment.
All while still maintaining the Work It! Tradition of giving you the best deal in town. Over the past five years at U Street and now at Balance your amazing energy, commitment and creativity has been a guiding light for us all. We would not have reached this point without the efforts, love and continued support from you.
All while still maintaining the Work It! Tradition of giving you the best deal in town. Over the past five years at U Street and now at Balance your amazing energy, commitment and creativity has been a guiding light for us all. We would not have reached this point without the efforts, love and continued support from you.
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Work It! is a community of health, wellness and fitness experts that brings together fitness, mind/body and family health in one. We connect with a diverse group of individuals and organizations interested in physical fitness, holistic wellness, music, the arts, or just having fun. At Work It! we've worked hard to create inviting spaces where the individual and groups we work with feel inspired to let loose while getting fit.
Wanda aka "WandaWoman" is a fitness expert, dancer, choreographer, and motivational speaker. She is nationally certified in Aerobic Fitness, Pilates, Personal Training, and Nutrition.
For over 30 years, she has provided professional group fitness program management and personal training services for health clubs, corporations, government agencies, public and private schools, and churches in the Washington D.C. Wanda was voted DC's Best Aerobic Fitness Leader by Washington Post People's Choice and City Paper's Best Dance Fitness Instructor.Sherri is a avid biker, biking to and from work daily.
For over 30 years, she has provided professional group fitness program management and personal training services for health clubs, corporations, government agencies, public and private schools, and churches in the Washington D.C. Wanda was voted DC's Best Aerobic Fitness Leader by Washington Post People's Choice and City Paper's Best Dance Fitness Instructor.Sherri is a avid biker, biking to and from work daily.
Work It! Studio is committed to working towards community health and wellness in partnership with other individuals and organizations in DC and beyond. Perhaps there is interest to showcase your talents or wellness materials and wares to the community. For those interested in partnering with Work It!, please contact us for more information.
Work It! offers the best variety of international and classic specialty master classes in the DMV. Activities include the WandaWoman Dance, African, ASA!, Burlesque, Belly Dance, Flamenco, High Heel, Hip Hop, Pole dance, Salsa and more. Work It! has featured specialty classes with celebrities such as "Love and Hip Hop New York" Kaylin Garcia's "Twerk It! Tour", the Queen of Burlesque Viva La Veese and fitness guru Tracy Anderson.
Work It! offers individualized programs designed to help you meet your health and fitness goals under the guidance of our Fitness and Wellness Coaches. Improve your fitness level through personalized physical training, reformer Pilates, tai chi, and nutritional counseling. Your Work It! Personal Fitness and Wellness Coach will provide you with the education needed to achieve your personal goal and assist towards a lifetime of better health.
Reviews (20)
Julia F.
Sep 05, 2016
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My partner and I took lessons to help us prepare a first dance for our wedding. We came in with very low expectations for ourselves, but Denise and Wanda were amazing and very patient, fun, and supportive. In just four lessons we were able to put together a dance that we felt great about and surprised/impressed our family and friends. I'm so glad we found Work It! and would highly recommend them.
Grace A.
Sep 02, 2016
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Best fitness classes in DC! When you join Work It
you join a community. Everyone is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and happy to be there. I'm not super fit and I needed a place to get started after being out of commission for a while. I'm so glad I chose Work It. They have classes ranging from gentle yoga to boot camps that will kick your butt. And the famous Wanda Woman Workout is spectacular and Wanda herself is a force of nature and an inspiration. They have lots of membership options all at very reasonable prices. Why wait?? Join now!
you join a community. Everyone is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and happy to be there. I'm not super fit and I needed a place to get started after being out of commission for a while. I'm so glad I chose Work It. They have classes ranging from gentle yoga to boot camps that will kick your butt. And the famous Wanda Woman Workout is spectacular and Wanda herself is a force of nature and an inspiration. They have lots of membership options all at very reasonable prices. Why wait?? Join now!
Brenda C.
Aug 21, 2016
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The studio has been under renovations for over two months requiring members to go to alternate locations for class for 4 weeks. Now the location will be closed for two weeks for renovations and they aren't offering classes at alternate locations but they are still charging monthly membership fees. I have contacted the BBB regarding this because I believe it's illegal.
Update- After this review I received an email from the owner of the business within three days. She informed me that my monthly fee will be prorated for the time that business wasn't open.
Update- After this review I received an email from the owner of the business within three days. She informed me that my monthly fee will be prorated for the time that business wasn't open.
Callie B.
May 22, 2016
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I bought a pass for 20 classes from Groupon and it was well worth it! I absolutely plan to continue here after my pass runs out.
The Piloxing class is incredible. It was high intensity, I felt like I was getting a good work out, bit I wasn't miserable the whole time. Most importantly, I think Jennifer is one of those truly great fitness instructors that are really hard to find. Her energy was great! In the beginning of class, she introduced herself to all the new people and asked if anyone had any injuries she should know about. She informed each person of the modifications they should use
The Piloxing class is incredible. It was high intensity, I felt like I was getting a good work out, bit I wasn't miserable the whole time. Most importantly, I think Jennifer is one of those truly great fitness instructors that are really hard to find. Her energy was great! In the beginning of class, she introduced herself to all the new people and asked if anyone had any injuries she should know about. She informed each person of the modifications they should use
Samah M.
Sep 08, 2015
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This is a dancing studio I go to whenever I need an uplifting experience or if I'm too stressed at work. Everyone here thrives to make you feel better, it's like a big family. My personal favorite class is Wanda's, she's an extraordinary woman who inspires me with her attitude and dancing freestyle. I would recommend her Wednesday class for beginners, as the Monday class assumes you've been coming for a while and learned some of the moves. I also like the Zumba classes with Margo, another wonderful personality!
Anna B.
Aug 31, 2015
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I bought a groupon for 10 classes at this studio and I'm really glad I did. I love Zumba with Margo! The other instructor was cool as well. I am yet to try any other classes. Wanda and her team are very welcoming, and people here are nice - there is no competition or animosity. I only wish that yoga and Zumba were not on the same day because I want to attend both!
Tina M.
May 10, 2015
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Gina P.
Dec 21, 2014
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Work It is such an asset to the community. Everyone that works here, from the front desk, to Wanda, to the instructors, is warm, friendly and encouraging.
Having a bad day? Come to Work It and work it out!
There is a good variety of classes. The only room for improvement is offering a wider schedule for those of us with crazy work hours.
Having a bad day? Come to Work It and work it out!
There is a good variety of classes. The only room for improvement is offering a wider schedule for those of us with crazy work hours.
Jessica A.
Nov 05, 2014
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As good as it gets! Work It! An absolutely wonderful, welcoming community that creates an empowering environment for women of all ages. No matter your level of fitness, you join a non-competitive atmosphere that helps to build your confidence.
The variety of classes keeps me and others motivated and interested. Easy to join and the best price in town. Recently, the studio introduced new equipment, can't wait to play with all the new toys.
I enjoy every minute of sweating in Piloxing; being sassy with the divas in Wanda's class; being a delicate ballerina with Denise; being zesty
The variety of classes keeps me and others motivated and interested. Easy to join and the best price in town. Recently, the studio introduced new equipment, can't wait to play with all the new toys.
I enjoy every minute of sweating in Piloxing; being sassy with the divas in Wanda's class; being a delicate ballerina with Denise; being zesty
Jessica C.
Sep 14, 2014
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Work It has a great vibe. It is super welcoming and friendly, the owner and teachers go out of their way to make everyone feel comfortable and confident.
I have really enjoyed about half of the classes I've taken here and not enjoyed the other half at all. However I think this has more to do with my personal preference for the classes themselves than anything else. The Piloxing and Zumba classes have been my personal favorites.
The only thing that keeps me from giving Work It 5 stars and the only thing that has me unsure about whether I will continue to attend classes here is their limited
I have really enjoyed about half of the classes I've taken here and not enjoyed the other half at all. However I think this has more to do with my personal preference for the classes themselves than anything else. The Piloxing and Zumba classes have been my personal favorites.
The only thing that keeps me from giving Work It 5 stars and the only thing that has me unsure about whether I will continue to attend classes here is their limited
Nicole B.
Sep 03, 2014
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I have been a member of this studio since November. As a newcomer to DC I was eager to find a down to earth home, which I thought I had found. The owner, Wanda, lacks empathy for her customers. The past two months a few items have changed. My favorite class and the only reason I continue my membership, piloxing with Jennifer, was moved from 9:45 to 9:30. I arrived at 9:45. The current newsletter states:
"Please be on time. There is a 15 minute grace period before class starts. No one will be admitted after 15 minutes. NO EXCEPTIONS"
I am not even sure what that means....the warm
"Please be on time. There is a 15 minute grace period before class starts. No one will be admitted after 15 minutes. NO EXCEPTIONS"
I am not even sure what that means....the warm
Frannie V.
Jun 05, 2014
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This is simply an amazing place to work-out! Being a member is truly rewarding and transformational. I don't think, scratch that, I KNOW I would not be where I am in my weight loss and fitness goals if it weren't for Wanda and the other instructors. I have lost over 50 lbs since I first joined Workit! Studios summer 2013, and look forward to losing the rest with the strong foundation I built with Wanda and the rest of the divas at Workit! Studios!
Adrienne C.
Jun 05, 2014
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Work It! Studio is AMAZING. Everyone there is super friendly, the vibe is not competitive at all and people are just there to have a great time. The WandaWoman classes are AMAZING.. you don't even feel like you're working out, just having a lot of fun, and they are perfect for people with a dance background/ just like to move. If you want something more fitness-y, Delvin and Sherri's conditioning classes will push your body like no other.
This studio is a community in itself, and one of my favorite places on the U Street Corridor. I would absolutely recommend it to everyone! Be
This studio is a community in itself, and one of my favorite places on the U Street Corridor. I would absolutely recommend it to everyone! Be
Valerie N.
May 23, 2014
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In my quest to find fun cardio dance classes, I found my way to Work It! Armed with a 7-day free trial, I signed up for 4 Zumba classes throughout the week to see if they fit with my schedule and if I liked the instructors and the studio. Here's what I found:
--The Zumba instructors are great. I took classes with Margo and Tonya, and I really liked both of them. I signed up for a class with Petra, but they cancelled the class because they were having some event. I took a class with her at a different studio, though, and she is also great. Lots of energy and fun dance moves that make you forget
--The Zumba instructors are great. I took classes with Margo and Tonya, and I really liked both of them. I signed up for a class with Petra, but they cancelled the class because they were having some event. I took a class with her at a different studio, though, and she is also great. Lots of energy and fun dance moves that make you forget
M. R.
Aug 31, 2013
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With three classes under my belt, I am no expert on the studio. It is clear, though that these folks love to dance and stay fit, and that spirit is contagious. I am not young or in great shape and do not feel any judgement either from the instructors or from classmates.
That the two bathrooms (which are clean and nice) form the locker room and that there is no shower presents a serious drawback if you don't live right around there or plan to go out after.
That's the only reason to take stars away from this great studio.
That the two bathrooms (which are clean and nice) form the locker room and that there is no shower presents a serious drawback if you don't live right around there or plan to go out after.
That's the only reason to take stars away from this great studio.
Junie B.
Aug 08, 2013
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I'm interning in DC for the summer and was looking for a fun way to get fit and stay healthy. I bought the Groupon with 10 classes for $29 and figured "why not"?
I've taken six classes and now I wish the summer wouldn't end! I've tried WandaWoman dance (twice), tai chi, the weekend bootcamp, bollywood dance fitness, and pilates mat fusion. The WandaWoman dance class is my favorite, with its hip-hop dance party vibe. There is always a diverse crowd -- you can even find a fly 60+ year old (or three) giving the younger participants a run for their money! Overall
I've taken six classes and now I wish the summer wouldn't end! I've tried WandaWoman dance (twice), tai chi, the weekend bootcamp, bollywood dance fitness, and pilates mat fusion. The WandaWoman dance class is my favorite, with its hip-hop dance party vibe. There is always a diverse crowd -- you can even find a fly 60+ year old (or three) giving the younger participants a run for their money! Overall
Aimee S.
Jul 05, 2013
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I am updating my review because the management has done a good job at remedying my computer issues and they have also sold out all their Groupon special, which I think will reduce the crowding quite a bit. They also know my name, which is unusual in DC and very nice. I love Tonya and Marcela's classes in particular; I recommend trying them out. I plan on buying multi-class cards in the future, so they have achieved getting me as a repeat customer!
Adjoa N.
Jun 20, 2013
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I recently graduated from college and wanted a fun way to get healthy and lose weight so when I saw a groupon to a work out studio near the U Street metro station I hopped on it!
Fast forward to after taking 6 classes...I LOVE IT! Although some of the classes are a little packed (I mean because they are so good), I am in the process of dancing my way to good health. I particularly love the WandaWomen Dance and the Tai Chi class. My goal is to sample all of the classes before I use up all my classes on the groupon.
Bottom line, after I use up all my groupon classes I am becoming a member.
Fast forward to after taking 6 classes...I LOVE IT! Although some of the classes are a little packed (I mean because they are so good), I am in the process of dancing my way to good health. I particularly love the WandaWomen Dance and the Tai Chi class. My goal is to sample all of the classes before I use up all my classes on the groupon.
Bottom line, after I use up all my groupon classes I am becoming a member.
Molly O.
Jun 10, 2013
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This place is a gem! For my sister's bachelorette party, we were able to organize a private zumba class that fit our style and timing. Wanda and Denise are great to work with and the instructor, Margo, was incredible. I'd highly recommend it for anyone looking for a great workout, but even more so for a private party. We ended champagne post-class. Definitely look into it! Thanks again, Workit Studio!
Nina H.
Mar 15, 2013
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