Some of us dance because it is in our souls. An inner fire lights when we hear music and we start to move—transcending time and space, politics and difference, while simply prioritizing the movement of our bodies and “feeling the groove.”  Technically, if we’re feeling that groove, we’re exercising. And for those of us who are non-corporate-gym-minded folks, dance class is a fantastic way to keep our bodies in motion and sweat out stress (especially when most of us sit at desks all day!).

Los Angeles is home to many professional dance studios where the air is thick with competition—not a loving, fun atmosphere for the rest of us who are simply soul dancers. Which begs the question, where can Angelenos who want to exercise by dancing go to class and not feel as though we’re auditioning for America’s Next Dance Crew?  The answer is Heartbeat House—a neighborhood, non-competitive dance/workout/fitness studio in Atwater Village. On its website, you’ll find words of inspiration describing the studio’s philosophy:  “Heartbeat House is home for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds looking for creative self-expression and to achieve physical fitness through the joy of dance…Heartbeat House invites you to explore the rhythms and fundamental moves of various dance styles to your favorite music and release the dancer within you.”

There’s something for every dancer in the schedule of classes and unique to this studio are class titles as intriguing as, “Yogalates,” “Awesome 80’s Dance Party” and “Burlesque Ballet.” Eclectic, inspiring and welcoming, the friendly, community-oriented staff is waiting for you to come on in with your inner dancer and sweat for your soul!

Heartbeat House  3141 Glendale Blvd.  Los Angeles, CA 90039  323.669.2821

Tags: 80s Dance Party, Dance Excersize, Dancing, hip hop, Los Angeles Dance Studio, non competitve dance studio, yogalates