NDG Wellness Studio

The studio is tiny and the workout area is jam packed. The instructors are friendly with the exception of the owner, Nicole. The classes are difficult to book. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the studio.

I bought a Lifebooker deal for this studio last year. When I tried to sign up for classes, they were all booked and the ones I could sign up for were later cancelled. So I’ve never actually been to the studio. The website became «deactivated». I contacted Lifebooker and they said it was temporary. It is 9 months later and the site is still «deactivated». However, Lifebooker is offering another «deal» for this studio. If NDG FIT is not honoring past deals, why are they selling more and why is ANYONE buying them. The whole operation seems to be a scam and I don’t know why anyone would give them money when the studio is not OPEN. Don’t waste your money.

I wish I could post no stars, This place is horrible. I paid my money and never attended a class, they constantly cancel classes. I even showed up once when Nicole did not tell me the class was canceled and was horrified and embarrassed when they told me she never booked the room. Buyers be warned don’t ever purchase a class from this company or any that they are affiliated with.

This place used to be great until it wasn’t anymore. All of the best instructors have quit so that is saying something.
The most messed up part of this whole thing is that all members were told if they cancelled their membership we would get our money back. This was over 2 months ago and I have yet to receive one email reply back about my membership cancellation. I guess I will never get my money back at this point.

Terrible. Bootleg. Run the Other Way. Etc.
I’ve been to a fair number of fitness studios around the City and this is by far the WORST.
I learned about NDG from a friend who had taken a few classes and enjoyed it. They offered a Lifebooker deal of 20 classes for $ 20. This should have been a warning, nothing this cheap can be that good.
Lots of logistical issues with scheduling and cancelling classes. The studio needs a good cleaning. Like you seriously expect me to get on that dirty ass floor AND pay you for my time doing so. I took the Booty Blast class or something like that… my instructor was a sub and was just terrible. He didn’t care a damn thing about form, much less the class. He was just enjoying the Beyonce blaring from the little boombox in the corner to really care about much else.
Needless to say, I never went back. There are far too many options in the City to subject yourself to NDG.

So I bought the Lifebooker 20 classes for $ 20 deal and I thought, hey why not? What’s the worst that could happen?
When I took my first class there, I noticed the studio was very small. The lady behind the desk wasn’t too friendly either. From the sullen look on her face, she seemed like she had a long day. Can’t fault her for that.
My first class was sexy stiletto which I had with Zerrin. I had a good workout. Took sexy jazz workout with Jamila who was great. Ryan’s Zumba class is a fun workout (although he’s a bit all over the place) Nicole I had a few times because she filled in for other instructors. Sizzle sculpt abs and Kickboxing was definitely a good workout. You’ll be sweating by the end of class.
My only gripe was booking classes… it is a MAJOR pain in the butt. Out of 10 classes, 4 got cancelled (which meant I’ve only taken 6 classes total) To top it off, all classes get booked up so fast, that I can’t even get in to any of them, unless I’m on a waiting list or if I book weeks in advance. Another thing is, classes NEVER start on time… A 45 min class ends up being 30 mins because we have to wait for latecomers. It’s not fair to everyone else who actually shows up on time. The «less than 4 people rule and the class gets cancelled» is a bit silly. I rather pay more money for a place that is more convenient in booking, have classes start ON TIME, and still have the place running regardless on how many people are in a class.
After all the maintenance, overbooking, and cancellations, I missed out on the other 10 classes. I guess it wasn’t a big deal since I paid $ 20 for 20 classes, but because my membership expired and I lost out on half the classes, it was a total buzzkill. Oh well, no use crying over spilled milk. It was fun while it lasted. Never again.

I purchased a deal for 1 month of unlimited classes. I discovered that in order to register for classes, you must log on to their site on the 28^th of the month prior. So, because I wanted to use my voucher in December, I logged in and ACTIVATED my voucher on November 28. I registered for 12 classes.
Within a few hours, I received an email from the studio indicating that the Thursday classes that I had registered for had been canceled because not enough students signed up. This confuses me because it was ¹¹⁄₂₈ and classes were through the end of December– apparently if people don’t register immediately on the 28 they consider the whole next month canceled?
Ignoring that odd practice, because classes were canceled, my 12 classes were now down to 8 classes.
The next day, the website was changed to indicate that hey were going to close the studio for the last 2 weeks of the month for the holidays. Why had this not been noted on the schedule on ¹¹⁄₂₈ when registration opened? Now my 12 classes were down to 4. FOUR CLASSES (hardly «unlimited»).
I attended my first class at the beginning of December. The teacher was 10 minutes late to a 45 minute class. By the time class started, we had a 30 minute class. Hardly worth it. I gave him the benefit of the doubt and figured something out of the ordinary happened.
I returned this evening to class again, and no teacher showed up. Once I got home, I found that they had emailed me about 1 hour before class canceling it. (An hour before class I’m heading out my door to get there, not checking email.) Their claim was that not enough students signed up. This is false because there were several of us there trying to figure out where our teacher was! (see other reviews which reflect a similar scenario.)
Now my 12 classes, which became 6, which became 4 was now one 30 minute class and 2 classes that may or may not happen later this week.
At this point I have no interest in attending these two classes and will better use my time at my normal gym. To get 3 classes out of an unlimited monthly pass is not only a waste of money, but misleading advertising. How they do any business is beyond me since canceling classes seems to be their M.O.
I should also point out that most of the students that I spoke to in the one class that actually happened were also there on a voucher. Seems that not many attendees are «permanent» or repeat customers past the time of their voucher expiration. I doubt this place will be in business long-​term.

SUCKS. they keep cancelling class… even though it’s clearly NOT because there aren’t enough people…
Definitely a scam… plus this place has a creepy elevator.
plus there is NO phone number available for you to make appointments. good thing i only spent $ 20 on this place…
do not waste your money for this place

I just took my third class in two days after purchasing a $ 30 for 30 days coupon yesterday. I have a thirteen year dance background which expired thirteen years ago! I’m grateful to my sis for the info as I’ve been searching for a studio like this in NYC for four years!!!
The classes seem to fill up quickly, however I waitlist for the ones I want (if possible) and so far I’ve gotten into each class.
I forget the names of the girls I’ve had so far, however that’s because I had no time for anything other than breathing through each motion!!!
I wouldn’t say the ladies are the friendliest, however I did notice a focus on the main goal, which is fitness & well being…
I wouldn’t suggest this studio for an insecure woman unless you are ready to experience ferocity first hand and begin your journey towards it!
Yes, I’m out of shape… however, I can’t see what I’ve done being considered low intensity and I loved every minute of it.
I’m looking forward to complefing the 30 classes, which will probably happen well under 30days… I feel a membership in my near future.
I appreciate NDG for creating a multifaceted studio space that’s inviting & inspiring~
*

My husband gifted me a dealfind coupon for this place.
I was a little intrigued ’cause when you enter the lift you do not know what to except upon reaching this place.
The owner Nicole is very nice and welcoming. she conducts her classes professionally and nicely. The place looks very feminine and intimate. The best thing about this place is that you can work out with ease as there are walls all around the property unlike other places in the city where there are picture windows all around and one can view all that is going on inside.
I am still trying out all the classes which are conducted in the studio before becoming a member. The chances are very high that I’ll be a regular to this place.
I highly recommend this one to all the ladies who need personalized working out place for themselves outside their homes.

I came across this little gem a week ago via Lifebooker and am currently taking classes with a promo they have. I was having issues paying online but I called NDG and they allowed me to pay in person. The studio is very intimate and inviting. The members all seemed nice and interacted as if they knew each other for years.
While I have only taken 2 classes (stiletto workout intro and abs blast) I can definitely feel a change in my body. Although I struggled a bit to get through both classes, especially the stiletto one, I was left with a nice boost at the end of them and ran 3.5 miles after and jumped rope for another 12 – 15 after that! I was once a size 16 (currently an 8) and have lost almost 75 pounds but for the last 2 or 3 years its been hard for me to get the last few pounds off. I’ve tried so many different styles of working out and nothing has made me feel this optimistic until now.
I have only taken classes with Nicole who is also the owner. Her style of teaching from what I’ve seen so far is sort of the no-​nonsense method which is exactly what wanting and needing in order to be pushed to my potential. When I’m struggling through something she shoots me a «now I know you can kick much higher than that» look which I like because I know I can too!
The classes are over in a flash, before you know it you“ll be drenched in sweat and the next morning you will be sore and feeling muscles that you never knew existed (LOVE that feeling!). I cant wait till my semester is finally over so that I can begin going more often and trying all the other classes. My bff will start joining me later this month and I am currently trying to convince my sisters to jump on this sexy fitness band wagon too!*

If you’re looking for something to replace your gym membership, this is the place! I’ve never been a gym person. The only time I’ve ever had a 3-​month membership to a gym in my entire 27 years of existence was when I was a student in Thailand.
The owner and the instructors at NDG really motivate you and keep you coming back for more! Layla is a gem– if you’re sweating, she’s sweating too. She isn’t a drill sergeant; she’s in the ditches with you working out too (although she makes it look a lot easier). I’m a fan of all Layla’s classes– Karate, Body Bar, Abs Blast, etc etc. Nicole, the owner, makes this place amazing! She makes it a point to get to know you and makes you feel super comfortable.
The only reason I didn’t give it five stars is because there isn’t a shower so if you’re a sweater, be sure to bring some cleansing wipes and a towel! Other than that, this place is golden!

NDG makes working out fun!
I originally bought a groupon for 1 month unlimited and I started off with one class a day and now I am here everyday taking up to 3 classes. The classes book up quickly, but once your a member you can always get in the classes.
There are two studios so two different classes are taught during the same time slot. There is a 15 minute gap in between classes for change, stretching, resting, etc and there is complimentary water, coffee, and fruit offered. A changing room and bathroom are available in the studio, along with a cubby to store personal items.
Marysol teaches zumba, which is always packed with zumba fans. This class has great energy and is tons of fun regardless of how ridiculous you may look booty popping and hip thrusting. This class is more like a party than an exercise!
Nicole teaches a variety of cardio intense classes and is tough! She will whip you into shape and leave you sweating! She is a stickler for form and coordination so make sure to keep up!
Mayling is too much fun. She teaches all the of sexy fitness classes and always comes up with the wildest ways to get you flexible. Want to learn to back bend, split, hand stand, pole dance, and be all around sexy? Take Mayling’s classes!
Layla is the most energetic and motivational trainer around. She teaches boot camp, Layla-​lattes, fierce cardio karate, and body bar. She will have you toned up in no time. These classes are a combination of cardio and strength training that will really help put some definition in those legs, arms, abs, and back. The best part about Layla’s classes is that she is challenging and encouraging, pushing everyone to challenge themselves.
I have been coming to this gym for about 3 month now and there are so many things that keep my coming. The other women who come here are so friendly that it is easy meeting new people. All of the trainers are down to earth and really help you find the motivation to get healthy and fit. Price wise, it is a great deal since I attend classes all the time and it is unlimited once your a member. There are deals offered all the time, so be sure to take advantage!
The best part is that I have noticed a change in my physique, strength, and stamina. NDG has helped me burn fat, increase my endurance, and has even pushed me to eat healthier. Hopefully in a few months, I will bikini ready :) Summer is coming!

I saw a deal on one of the deal sites and thought it would be a fun way to get back into shape before my vacation to the Caribbean. I really hate going to a normal gym because it’s usually boring and/​or guys stare at you with their jaws on their laps.
This is an all girls «fitness club» so it’s nice to just be around women who want to get in shape just like you. The «fitness studio» is OK. It’s really a large open space with a curtain in the corner to change and one small bathroom.
I didn’t mind the appearance much BUT you have nerve to charge a monthly membership fee for $ 85 — $ 125 when I can’t even shower after a workout. I’d rather pay Equinox and pay $ 15-​$ 20 a class when I want to do a «sexy» workout.
Marisol’s Zumba classes are AWESOME. Every time I took a Zumba class I knew I was getting into shape. I wonder where else she teaches classes. Layla’s Laytees (pilates) class was fun too and my body was totally sore the next day.
The Sexy Pole Fitness class with Mayling was fun and worked out my arms SO much I could barely lift that same day. My only gripe is that she really just sat back while we attempted to swing around a pole. It was my first time ever taking a pole fitness class so it would of been nice if she actually gave me a little attention /​instruction since there was only FOUR of us doing the class.
Now, the first 2 wks I never met or saw the owner Nicole. The first time I saw her was when I walked in for a Zumba class and she very coldly asked if I’ve been here before with an attitude and I said yes and he OKayed me away. I thought maybe she was having a bad day. I was so wrong. The 2^nd and 3^rd time I came in for a class after she was giving off this mean girl attitude sitting in the corner grimacing over people and/​or what they were saying. I certainly never signed up for her sexy stiletto workout and I’m so glad I didn’t.
People review that it’s hard to sign up for classes which I agree with and don’t agree with. The popular classes are the ones I described above and did each one more than once in a months time. My deal is finally expired and although I love the idea of a «sexy girl fitness studio» I just don’t feel 100% comfortable spending the money they ask for based on what they provide.

I have been waiting to write this review, I wanted to complete my deal before I give my opinion. So here it is:
I bought a groupon deal for 1 month of unlimited classes and two personal training sessions. I had been waiting for this deal to come back around since I missed it the first time. And finally it came, so I bought and I was über excited.
I went online and reserved a spot in the «OMG Intense Cardio» class, first class I took. Now to me personally, first impression is everything, when I come to work out in a class I want to see that my instructor is serious and professional.
The instructor for that class was Nicole, who is also the owner of NDG Wellness Studio. She taught the class in a sweater with leggings and some form of ballerina shoes/​flats. That immediately turned me off, I felt like she didn’t give her all and was like «oh well, it’s the last class so i’m going to teach them in my pjs». I would have like to see her in the proper workout clothes and actually interested in teaching a class. I noticed a couple of times that while we were jumping up & down out of breath she was either on her phone texting and just calling out the counts or playing with her hair in the mirror. I totally felt disconnected. I wanted her to be serious and look serious, like this was her JOB. It kinda reminded me of a scence in the movie «bad teacher».
The class basically consisted of us jumping everywhere unitl we ran out of breath, I know it’s a cardio class but I would have like to do different cardio exercises besides jumping up and down. She did add a little kickboxing in there, so that’s a plus. The exercises felt kinda like a dance routine, like she had practiced the whole dance routine with music. I’m not a fan of those types of classes, because muscle has memory. I need different things thown at me to shake my body up.
The next class was the «Sizzle Abs and Arms» class. Nothing to special about this class. I thought it was going to incorparate some whine dancing amd jamaica style stuff like the description stated online, but it didn’t.
The best class I took was with Rick «Diva Kickboxing» now I got a good workout with that class and was actually sore the next day. I would take his class only!
I didn’t get to complete my whole month because during my last week there majority of my classes got cancelled. The first class was 2 – 28 but when i looked online it said my deal was only good until 3 – 22. Weird. I never even signed up for my two personal training sessions either, I didn’t care too much though because I was over this place. I like that they have late classes, another plus!!!
The place is a really cute atmoshpere. It’s ultra girly with pink everywhere and it’s smelled good! another plus. There is also free water, and a cute little dog that runs everywhere.
I“m not sure what the other classes are like because I only took the ones above. so try it out yourself! I don’t think that I will be back here, I think I’m going back to triomph fitness in brooklyn. now that’s a workout!

Love this studio!
The fitness classes are fun, hard, and they will make you sweat. All the instructors are friendly and they motivate you to push harder.
I regularly take Layla’s classes. You’ll work hard but the results are worth it. Did I mention she’s super friendly and looks amazing? Great motivation.
Marysol’s Zumba classes are fun and she always full of energy. Wish I had more rhythm to move like her.
Yoga with Mayling is challenging but very enjoyable. She has a fun personality and will remind you to look sexy while working out.
The variety of classes will guarantee that you’ll find something you like.

I bought an unlimited month through lifebooker. Additional terms of the deal were not disclosed on the lifebooker site– only 1 class per day after 5 pm, only «Standard» classes which are impossible to register for because they are always full, and a $ 5 cancellation fee if you miss a class you registered for. Because I registered for 1 Sunday class before I realized that the next 2 weeks of evening classes were totally full, my «deal» is going to expire without me taking any classes. (I cancelled on that 1 class in hopes of resetting my start date. Didn’t work.)
I don’t have time to deal with this crap. I’ve requested a refund from lifebooker. It better come through.

I am quite possibly one of the biggest suckers for deal-​sites, ever. I even use a website where I can buy deals that I missed off of other people — at a discount of course ;) Living Social had a $ 20 for 1 month unlimited classes at NDG Wellness, home of the stiletto class, plus one extra month for free for a friend if you pay with a Visa. So it was practically a deal within a deal!
Midway through December I called in to schedule my first class, but was told I could do so via mindbodyonline which is a site I love! So I signed up for my first class the upcoming Saturday. To be honest, I completely forgot about the class but luckily NDG also decided to cancel that class because they didn’t have the minimum amount of ppl needed for it (4). Yay for me sleeping in and not paying a $ 5 missed class or late cancellation fee =D I didn’t end up signing up for my next class until January but noticed that they had set my 1 month end date to mid-​Jan, even though the unlimited month was supposed to start after I took my first class. That sketchiness kinda peeved me but I figured if I could get at least 2 classes out of this deal it’d be worth it.
Most classes are relatively small (anywhere from 5 – 15 people). To date I’ve taken the following classes:
Extreme Booty Boost — Nicole taught this class and I was always amazed at how she timed the exercises PERFECTLY to the music. Mostly consisting of calisthenics and jogging in place — this wasn’t the challenge I was looking for but it did get my heart rate up.
Stiletto Workout — NDG’s signature class. Imagine a ton of women rocking high heels… while kicking left, right, front, and back, squatting, kneeling, whine-​ing — oh wait that’s like a club!
Diva Kickboxing — I was a little nervous for this class bc Rick looked super jacked — but he was actually really nice. The class was mostly a lot of kicking followed by a short circuit, which was slightly disappointing bc I thought we would really be boxing! :(
Abs Blast — Layla is awesome! Her music got me super pumped (and she shared the DJ with me after class — wahoo!) This class consists of mostly strength with the medicine ball and while I was in it, it didn’t feel terribly difficult to follow all the moves. However, my abs were feeling it the next day… and the day after.
The studio is nice and spacious and conveniently located near the red & yellow line. It’s also across the street from FIT. There are two exercise rooms (I’ve only been in the bigger one) and the lights are dimmed AND are pink! Also, Nicole’s little yorkie runs around everywhere — SO cute. They could definitely use an update on their weights, yoga mats, and sofas but it’s a cute girly ambiance which suits me perfectly. Their classes aren’t super challenging if that is what you’re looking for (and I was… so a tad disappointing), and a lot of the exercises they run through you can definitely do on your own with a set of weights & some free space.
* Free water for all! *

After joining one class at this studio, I realized one thing — It’s worthier to burn money in shoes than stocks. Stilettos are not only the accessories to make you shinier on a party, tools to kick some assholes on the street… but also terrific fitness gadgets you can use in a gym.
I went to the stiletto class. It was not as intense as I once imagined and the movements were quite basic and simple. It’s more like a standing pilates class focusing on legs, butt, and abs. However, in the morning of next day, I realized the special effect — a 45 mins stiletto class gives me the same feeling for the muscles as from a long hard day of skiing. Isn’t it very time effective?
I also liked the instructor of this class. She is an Asian girl with perfect skinny and healthy shape, carrying a very friendly and sexy spirit. Her image adds more credits to this class. You know, sometimes, I was not that faithful to go to an abs class if the teacher doesn’t have a model belly…
The studio is very cute, cozy and girly. but in some aspects it’s very simple as well. Yoga mats can be cleaner. The class can be designed more sophisticated. Overall, classes are more expensive than the average fitness/​dancing classes in the city. But if you get a discount from Groupon, Livingsocial or something… it could a really good deal.
I guess this studio is relatively new so it’s not perfect yet. But I fully support it because these fitness activities there are so unique and helpful to girls. We need a studio like this in town!

I signed up for a Groupon through MetaBody, which allows me to take 5 classes at each location. I might not even use the remaining 15 classes at the other locations because 1) I’m lazy; 2) this place is right around the corner from where I work; and 3) Nicole knows her stuff.
I can’t stand wearing heels. I like how long my legs are when wearing them, but I am over them once I take five steps.
BUT! I must admit that I love the Stiletto and Seduction workouts. Not only am I more confident while wearing heels, I also got some kickass thighs. Even my sister that sees me everyday noticed that my legs got smaller after only 2 weeks of classes.
They are changing locations soon and I think it will only be better. Nicole is friendly, the atmosphere is chill, and these workouts really, really kick my butt (while giving me new striptease moves to try out on the next lucky person).
Definitely give it a go; with the small classes you get special attention, which is always a plus and if you are heel-​challenged like me you will develop a new skill ;)