Classes

In this class, we dive into the meeting point of acrobatics and dance, where strength meets artistry. Inspired by contemporary technique, Fighting Monkey’s imaginative play, and a fearless approach to impact, we’ll discover how movement can be both powerful and fluid. The floor becomes our partner, sometimes soft, sometimes challenging, as we explore balance, creativity, and adaptability while building confidence in dance acrobatics. Expect variation, personal expression, and plenty of playful discovery as we push boundaries and expand what’s possible in movement.

This class is open to all levels, from curious movers to experienced dancers. No prior acrobatic background is required, just a willingness to explore and try new things.

Please bring comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement. Long pants and long sleeves are recommended, as we may spend time working on the floor.

This 55-minute class brings the energy and attitude of commercial dance, blending the influence of street styles, pop, hip-hop, and jazz funk. Each routine is original and crafted by the instructor to help you explore musicality, precision, and expression. Every month, we focus on one full choreography, broken down step-by-step across weekly sessions. Classes begin with a high-energy warm-up to get your body ready, move into detailed choreography practice at a manageable pace, and end with a cool down to release and reset.

This class is open to all levels, whether you’re completely new to dance or already have experience. The step-by-step approach ensures that everyone can progress at their own pace while still feeling challenged.

Please wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in, indoor shoes or sneakers are recommended for both support and style.

This Contact Improvisation class explores partnering, somatic tools, contemporary dance, and martial arts to expand your movement vocabulary. Through somatic starting points, we learn to move sustainably, especially when shifting levels or receiving weight, to avoid unnecessary injuries. We’ll pay attention to how we enter and exit contact, communicate consent and boundaries, and offer or ask for support. From there, we can safely explore playfulness, falling and catching, momentum, off-balance, and impact. Sessions include both improvisation and simple set patterns to practise new principles progressively.

This is an open-level class, welcoming movers of all backgrounds. Whether you’re new to Contact Improvisation or already have experience in dance or other movement practices, you’ll be guided safely through exploration, connection, and creative flow.

Please wear long pants and a top with sleeves for safe floorwork, and bring water to stay hydrated. Each class ends with 30 minutes of jamming, exploration, or discussion.

Contemporary Jazz blends grounded, earthy movement with a touch of theatrical expression, shaping a class where nature and drama meet. The style draws from the rhythm and musicality of jazz, the lines and intensity of modern dance, and the fluidity, floorwork, and explorative tasks of contemporary movement. Each session follows a clear jazz-inspired structure: centre practice, traveling sequences, and a final choreography. To keep things dynamic, classes also include moments of floorwork, partnering, and improvisation, allowing space for individuality and creativity. A new choreography is introduced monthly, while foundational exercises remain steady throughout the season.

This class is best suited for dancers with some prior experience or background in movement. The level of challenge is adapted to the group, ensuring everyone can grow while feeling supported.

Please bring comfortable dancewear that allows for full range of movement; long pants and long sleeves are recommended for floorwork. Barefoot or socks are preferred for this style.

Dancemix is a 55-minute follow-along dance experience that feels like a night out, but gives you the full-body benefits of a workout. With original choreography, banging playlists, and mood-lifting lights, every session is packed with easy grooves, fun challenges, and non-stop energy. We start with a feel-good warm-up, flow into rhythm-driven dance sequences, and finish with a cooldown to reset your body. You’ll leave the studio on a natural high, energized, empowered, and lit up from the inside out.

This is a cardio dance class open to all levels, with no prior dance experience needed.

Please wear comfortable workout clothing and indoor sneakers for support. Just show up, let loose, and have fun, it’s your dance party with benefits.

Unwind. Move. Come back to you. Evening Flow is a 55-minute yoga practice designed to ease tension, calm the mind, and gently recharge your body for a restful night. We begin with gentle warm-ups, flow into a slow and intentional sequence to open the body, and end with deep stretches and guided relaxation. This isn’t just a stretch, it’s a moving meditation that helps you slow down, reconnect, and release the day. Through mindful movement, you’ll leave class feeling lighter, calmer, and more at ease, body, mind, and soul.

This is an open-level class, welcoming everyone from beginners to seasoned practitioners.

Please bring comfortable clothing that allows ease of movement. Practicing barefoot is recommended, and yoga mats are available at the studio.

Hip Hop is all about foundation, groove, and personal expression. In this class, we’ll train techniques, grooves, and musicality through both freestyle exercises and choreography, while also exploring the history of hip hop culture to deepen your understanding of the dance. Each session gives you tools and concepts to challenge your creativity, expand your movement, and develop your own unique style.

This class is perfect for beginners! No experience needed, you’ll learn the basics step by step in a fun and supportive environment. Come ready to move, groove, and build confidence while expressing yourself.

Comfortable street-style clothing and indoor sneakers are recommended.

FM Improvisation and Movement Situations with Elke At Studio 8

Elke will lead task-based improvisation and Inspire by Fighting Monkey movement situations (tools & body-body).
In the improvisation work, we mine for variability: using the specificity of a task to tune our bodily self-awareness and expand our movement capacity. With the FM tools/partnered training, we work with instinctual/reactive movement and hone shared body empathy and communication skills necessary for partnered dancing. A great complementary training for dancers of all styles, this class is open level with a medium to high level of physicality.

Fighting Monkey is a longevity practice that values variability, adaptability and finding resilience by understanding our inherent relative fragility. Through curated “play under pressure” situations, we investigate strategies of observation, communication and learning and in this expand our movement capacity. It is not a fight practice, rather we fight our monkey minds.

For more information on Elke: Instagram: @elkebschroeder www.elkebschroeder.com For more information about the Fighting Monkey Practice and its founders, please visit: www.fightingmonkey.net

Move with power, softness, and soul. This class is about connecting to your feminine energy through expressive, empowering movement. Drawing inspiration from contemporary, jazz, street, and sensual dance styles, each choreography is uniquely created by the instructor to help you feel confident, present, and deeply in tune with your body. Each month, we explore one dance piece, broken down week by week so you can grow, flow, and feel every step. We start with a warm-up to awaken your body and set the vibe, dive into the choreography, and end with a gentle cool down to release tension and reset.

This class is open to all levels, come exactly as you are.

Wear whatever helps you feel free, confident, and connected, whether that’s leggings, shorts, or something more creative. High socks or knee pads are recommended if we move into floorwork, so you’ll feel supported and ready to go.

This 55-minute class features original choreography created by the instructor, inspired by the dynamic world of K-Pop. While drawing from the style, energy, and attitude of K-Pop performances, the routines are infused with the instructor’s own style to highlight performance quality, rhythm, and expression. Each month, we focus on one full routine, broken down step by step over weekly sessions. Classes begin with a high-energy warm-up, flow into choreography training, and finish with a cool-down to support recovery. Get ready to sweat, grow, and dance with confidence.

This class is open to all levels, whether you’re a beginner curious about K-Pop dance or an experienced mover looking to sharpen your performance skills.

Please wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in, and indoor sneakers are recommended for support

Core. Control. Connection. Pilates is a low-impact, full-body workout that builds strength from the inside out. This class targets deep core muscles, improves posture, and enhances overall stability and control; helping you move better, feel stronger, and stay injury-free. Each session blends mindful movement with breath, guiding you through precise exercises that activate the entire body, especially the core, glutes, and back. Movements are slow, controlled, and intentional, offering a powerful yet gentle challenge for all levels.

This class is open to everyone, whether you’re new to Pilates or have prior experience.

Please wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement; socks or bare feet are recommended. With regular practice, you’ll build functional strength, improve alignment, and develop a deeper connection between body and mind.

Stretch & Release is a 45-minute class designed to help you release tension, explore your range of motion, and gradually build flexibility. We’ll move through simple, focused stretches that open tight areas, improve mobility, and support your body in moving with more ease. Whether you’re here to recover, stay mobile, or work on flexibility, this class gives you space to listen to your body and move at your own pace.

This class is open to all levels, no prior experience needed.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement, and come ready to stretch, explore, and feel good in your body.

Slow down and unwind with this gentle evening yoga class designed to release tension and calm the mind. Blending elements of Restorative and Yin Yoga, you’ll move through slow, supported poses that invite deep relaxation and balance.
Guided by mindful breath, this class helps you soften, reset, and find stillness at the end of your day. Perfect for anyone seeking a peaceful, grounding practice.

This class is open to all levels, with options and variations offered so you can practice at your own pace.

Please wear comfortable clothing and practice barefoot. Mats are available at the studio, but you’re welcome to bring your own.

Discover the hidden harmony between body and mind in a yoga practice that helps you create a flow of movement and breath. Guided through mindful postures and steady breathwork, you’ll build strength, balance, mobility, flexibility, focus, and stillness within.

This class is open to all levels, with options and variations offered so you can practice at your own pace.

Please wear comfortable clothing and practice barefoot. Mats are available at the studio, but you’re welcome to bring your own.