bodycraft studio

Brooklyn, 103 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | ★ 5 (73 Review)

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movement studio featuring dance cardio, yoga, pilates, strength training, and breathwork. classes are led by thought leaders in the movement space through an intentional, joyful, anti-diet approach.

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Caitlin Mitchell

★ 5

This studio is everything I have been looking for. A nice range of classes and I especially love getting back into dance. The teachers are lovely, strong badass women and really invite community into the space. Its clean, smells amazing and its in Brooklyn. Super excited to find a place to sweat.

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L F

★ 5

We are so lucky to have Bodycraft in our neighborhood! I stumbled in a few years ago looking for a fun cardio workout and several years later I came out with new friendships, a sense of community and my favorite workout that I do multiple times a week. I see results both physically and mentally. There is an offering for everyone here in terms of intensity and modality. The most similar comp I can think of is Tracy Anderson with more fun choreography and overall it’s just so positive, I have two left feet and I feel welcome here even in the dance classes.

TLDR; super fun & challenging workout, gorgeous clean space, lovely community, great value with class packs/ membership

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Ausar English

★ 5

Attending classes at bodycraft has transformed my fitness routine, adding joy to my movement practice. Life changing!

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lauren gottlieb

★ 5

Came in sort of on a whim, noticed it while stuck in traffic. And so glad I found it! The classes are hard but fun, everyone is so welcoming. I may be a bit older than some of the other people there but it helps make me feel young! Have taken 4 different teachers classes and they were all great. It’s so important for women to do some strength training as we age and Bodycraft lets me do that while having fun!! Highly recommend

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Ghada Dajani

★ 5

Changed the game for me in how I value movement. I can't say enough how much I look forward to coming to bodycraft every week. The space and community is so warm, uplifting, and inviting!

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Jennifer Phillips

★ 5

bodycraft is truly a beautiful space to move, stretch, build strength and endurance, release endorphins, grow community and more. Led by the incredible founder and teacher, Emily Diers, the vibe is warm and welcoming. My friend and I attended a trial bodycraft class a couple months ago and I was so impressed that I promptly signed up for the intro offer – I took 12 classes with an array of styles in 14 days. It’s no exaggeration that I enjoyed every single class. Without hesitation, I became a member of the studio, and the classes are now a highlight of my week. On days when I’m not at the studio, I work out using bodycraft’s vast mobile library. As a lifelong dancer and mover, I have been looking for a place to reconnect with my body after injury and surgeries – bodycraft has served as a safe space to do so and I feel great!

A few months into my Bodycraft membership: The membership helps keep my workouts regular and structured. I have experienced a complete transformation and feel physically stronger, more fit, flexible and positive. Emily and her team of teachers keep the workouts fresh, challenging and enjoyable! Bodycraft is a 10/10. Highly recommend!

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Ilyse Acosta

★ 5

SO GOOOOOOOD

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Vanessa King-Jones

★ 5

Bodycraft is my happy place. I look forward to their classes every week. Such a great welcoming community.

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Elsie Hsieh

★ 5

This a wonderful and welcoming studio with fantastic instructors! I enjoy the fun and challenging classes and can feel myself getting stronger. It's a lovely community also. Highly recommend!

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Isabel Stack

★ 5

An amazing group of instructors make class fun and accessible! Bodycraft and depth are a good mix of cardio and strength for all levels. I love the small class sizes and fun playlists and always leave feeling a million times better!

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Robyn Spielberg

★ 5

I started with the two week trial and fell in love! I really liked the fact they have a variety of classes and AMAZING teachers. They make each time you go to class interesting, challenging and fun. Highly recommend!!

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Lulu B. Hall

★ 5

LOVE bodycraft! My favorite workout place in BK. The instructors are amazing, classes are super fun and challenging and the community is fantastic. Highly recommend!

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Jiyeon Hoshine

★ 5

Bodycraft is more than a fitness center. It's a place to listen to your body and move in a way that is transformative and more importantly, fun. There's a certain energy here that you have to experience for yourself because it's contained within the space and people.

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Ilaria Muscolo

★ 5

I found much more than a fitness studio in Bodycraft ... this is an incredible community of individuals who I like to start my day with! Bodycraft became the way to prioritize my well-being and it brought an overall more mindful approach to my life. Nothing can get me out of the bed so quickly and smiling as one of their morning classes! Emily, Kat and all the teachers are simply amazing, their level of energy is fantastic, and they always offer a customized approach, even when class is full. Highly recommended!

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Alexis Benveniste

★ 5

Truly one of my favorite places in the world. It’s such an amazing community. Classes and teachers are A+.

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Ashley Eberhart

★ 5

Find your movement home at bodycraft — I did and so have so many others! I’ve tried plenty of other group fitness spaces in the city and none come close. Come for the thoughtfully designed, challenging, and always-fresh classes, stay for the community and sense of home. When I walk into bodycraft, it’s like a full-body exhale.

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Sammi Katz

★ 5

I love bodycraft! I can't believe I walked by it for years before finally going in. Such a lovely community, incredible teachers, the combo of strength training and dance is exactly what I'm looking for from a workout. Couldn't recommend this studio more!

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Anna James

★ 5

Bodycraft is so special. It’s exercise for the body and the SOUL. The instructors are literal rays of sunlight who know your name after one class and the community is so sweet and supportive. The workouts are physically very challenging in a way that still feels juicy and lovely. It’s the only workout class I’ve witnessed in New York City where if you look around during the class you’ll see people are genuinely smiling and enjoying themselves as they move their bodies. And then you realize you’ve been smiling the whole time too. See what I mean? Bodycraft is special.

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Hannah Moses

★ 5

Coming back to dancing and moving my body after a long time away has been too easy at Bodycraft! I love the warm environment and kind community the studio builds. I just finished my first month as a member and look forward to more classes and fun :)

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Jewells Blackwell

★ 5

So delightful! Smart, energizing, creative, life-giving, challenging & rewarding workout! This was a move from the class btw haha.

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Christina Klug

★ 5

Truly the happiest part of my week. Emily has designed a space that not only feels like copenhagen, the studio offers a lot of great workouts (I love the dance) that aren’t intimidating but make you feel super strong. It’s also a neat community-focused experience which we can all crave living in NYC. I’m basically moving to brooklyn just to be closer to the studio

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Eliana Goldstein

★ 5

Had so much fun! Teacher was wonderful as were all other people in the class, I got a good sweat and I enjoyed it the whole time. Best kind of workout.

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Natasha Schmid

★ 5

Vibes and class were amazing! I took class with Kat and immediately noticed how she created such a safe space for everyone in the room to do something for themselves and their bodies while still uplifting each other. Plus the workout was challenging and a lot of fun! The studios were beautiful and very clean. It was such a joy to take class here!

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Rena

★ 5

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Margaret Knowles

★ 5

bodycraft is the most incredible fitness studio in New York! The instructors really encourage you to move in a way that makes you happy and feels right to your body. They also cultivate an amazing community and beautiful space. I love spending time at bodycraft!

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Ashley Eberhart

★ 5

I’ve been coming to bodycraft for about 4 months now (after being too shy to try it for almost a year!). I didn’t know I could feel so present, unselfconscious, and deeply happy while dancing, and the strength/core sequences are always fresh and challenging. I cherish the community, the respect that Emily holds for every person who enters the space, and having a class that I will gladly jump out of bed to get to no matter my mood, how I slept the night before, or what’s on my plate for the day. I know that after class, I’ll feel stronger, calmer, and ready for what’s next.

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Gretchen Hoffmann

★ 5

I’m going to keep this short and sweet because I don’t think any of my words could do bodycraft justice. This place is incredible. Emily is incredible. Her playlists are incredible. The workout you will get is incredible (and life-giving) - you will challenge your body and your being without punishing them. The community is incredible. Come join us! You won’t regret it.

I’ve been going through a turbulent couple of years, and coming to this studio has grounded me, supported me, and given me joy. I honestly don’t know how I would have made it through without bodycraft!

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Alice Halter

★ 5

I’ve been coming here since the studio opened — if I could give it 10 stars, I would! This is the most welcoming, community-oriented movement studio in NYC. I love bodycraft original and depth. Super challenging yet accessible since the instructors give really clear cues and modifications. If you’re on the fence about trying this place out, do it. It will be the best decision you make this year.

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jean colangelo

★ 5

Truly hooked!! New to classes in general and absolutely LOVE Emily’s classes. Beginner friendly and very welcoming. The other instructors are great too!

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Ryan Beck

★ 5

I recently had the pleasure of visiting bodycraft studio on Atlantic Ave in downtown Brooklyn, and I must say, it was a truly exceptional experience. From the moment I stepped foot into the studio, I was greeted by Emily Diers, the founder, who immediately made me feel welcome and at ease.

Emily's passion for teaching and her genuine interest in the well-being of her students is palpable. Her warm hospitality and authentic love for sustainable movement shine through in every sequence. Her joyful and enthusiastic demeanor, coupled with her clear and easy-to-follow cues, create an atmosphere that is both encouraging and empowering.

What sets bodycraft studio apart from others in the area is the design of the space itself. Unlike loud and obnoxious fitness centers that focus on getting people "hyped" to "burn and shred," bodycraft studio offers a very clean, calm, and inviting environment, that encourages guests to down-regulate their stress response, take a deep breath, and let their tension dissipate. The serene ambiance allows you to truly focus on your practice and connect with your body in a meaningful way.

I was particularly impressed with the programming and sequencing at bodycraft studio. The session was intelligently designed, striking a perfect balance between challenging and accessible. What I appreciated most was that the studio promotes a healthy mindset by not promoting toxic body shaming. Instead, the focus is on cultivating a sense of sensory body awareness and self-celebration.

If you are someone who values your body's longevity and seeks pain-free sustainability, I wholeheartedly recommend bodycraft studio. Emily's expertise and the thoughtful approach to movement make this studio a haven for those who prioritize their well-being. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find a welcoming community and a transformative experience at bodycraft studio.

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Bryony Humm

★ 5

I've had a pretty difficult relationship with exercise over the last couple of years, really struggling to find something that actually feels enjoyable... until I signed up to Bodycraft's two week trial! The instructors are all amazing, each class leaves me feeling so energised and I genuinely look forward to each one. Having not danced since I was 12, I was a little nervous about the dance classes. However, Emily makes the choreography really approachable and each week we practice the same routine so you can improve throughout the week. Emily and her team are working really hard to create an amazing space and I cannot recommend Bodycraft enough!

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Ruth Wang

★ 5

i really can’t sing enough praises about bodycraft. gyms and classes and working out have always been intimidating to me, so discovering the bodycraft studio has been rather life changing. emily has built such an inclusive, warm, and beautiful space and community. all the instructors are positive and motivating with heartwarming vibes all around. i started with bodycraft original and love the dance movement based practice (fwiw i have no dance experience). i’ve since tried other classes and they’re all great! i highly highly recommend trying out the studio. you just might develop a brand new practice ;)

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Stephanie Chiu

★ 5

I took the one-week introductory offer and tried a whole bunch of classes in the summer. They were all excellent and very accurate to the class descriptions on the website. The teachers were all enthusiastic and welcoming, which I appreciated since I haven't worked out regularly in a long time. Since then, I've incorporated a class into my regular weekly schedule!

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Olivia Crowley Gottlieb

★ 5

I could not recommend bodycraft more. I’ve always had a complicated relationship with working out and moving due to some chronic pain issues and Emily has created a space that makes me love moving again and I look forward to working out (something I truly never thought I’d say). She makes class fun even when it’s challenging! It’s also such a wonderful community of people it truly has become like a second home to me.

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Jomar rodriguez

★ 5

That class was excellent—the perfect way to start a Sunday. Pilates followed by meditation. Eden has a very soothing voice, and the Pilates routine was good and targeted the whole body.

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Ariel Levin

★ 5

Where do I even start? I walked in a couple months after it opened in 2022 and I'm not being dramatic when I said my life hasn't been the same since! I finally found a place where a workout is joyful expression of movement, a challenge for your body and mind — not just a means to be as skinny as possible or defeat other people in the room. Sure, it's a beautifully aesthetic space, which helps a lot. But that space moves beyond the walls into a sturdy community outside the studio. With the actual workout, there's a class for anyone and everyone, from pilates to dance to yoga, and the instructors are constantly switching it up so you never get bored. bodycraft original was my gateway into the practice - you're sweaty and working every part of your body, but also having so much fun along the way. But since I've tried a bunch of other classes and it's hit after hit. Could not recommend more!!!

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Ashley H.

★ 5

I thoroughly enjoyed all the classes I've taken at Bodycraft thus far! I was looking for something different from what I would get at gym type classes and found it. All the instructors are wonderful, the routines are effective, the movements are a great mix that challenges my body to move in different yet fun flowy ways and overall I'm just happy to have found this studio. A great vibe! Also it's super clean and the super bonus is the class is never overpacked. It's just enough space for everyone to move comfortably. I love that!! This studio is a must try... your body will thank you!

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Chloe Cappo

★ 5

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Arielle Nelson

★ 5

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Delilah Twersky

★ 5

An absolutely wonderful first time experience at Bodycraft. I joined a class led by Emily and she was a great leader and motivator. The general vibe of the attendees was also amazing for a Friday morning. Will 100% continue coming back!

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Ryan Tucker

★ 5

A welcoming staff, beautiful studio, and a fanstastic evening yoga class. As a beginner, it felt like the perfect balance of challenge and support throughout the whole class. Excited to return and see what other classes bodycraft has to offer.

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Grace Sun

★ 5

Hands down the most wonderful workout in New York. Emily is a ray of human sunshine, and Bodycraft Dance Release classes on Mondays have been such a happy, reinvigorating, fulfilling start to my weeks. The class has great music, fun choreography, supportive community, and just such a positive lifting energy. Highly recommend for your weekly endorphins dose!

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Caroline Vanstrom

★ 5

This studio is such a special place. Emily has created a space that is incredibly inspiring, inclusive, and completely singular. The variety of classes offered is always exciting and no matter your mood when you arrive, you will leave feeling better than before. Truly the best of the best!

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Anastasia Voron

★ 5

Incredible classes in an uplifting, supportive, and gorgeous space!

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Alexandra Gwynn

★ 5

welcoming space with knowledgable + nurturing teachers & founder! experienced a breathjourney class here with Claudia (highly recommend) and will definitely return!

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Davonna Batt (d_moves)

★ 5

Contemporary class with Thryn was so lovely! The space and instructor were absolutely welcoming (to all levels), and I left feeling much lighter than when I entered! If you appreciate a well-curated space and vibe for your movement practice, I highly recommend!

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Beth Briggs

★ 5

What a beautiful (and challenging class!)! I loved the mix of cardio and strength - and I loved the studio, the vibe and the community. I took Emily’s original class and really appreciated how she created connection in the space. I look forward to my next class!

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Kristen Duffy

★ 5

I love this place! everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I have taken 3 classes and they all kicked my butt! I absolutely loved the dance release class. Dancing in high school was always so intimidating as everyone was in competition with each other, but I felt so comfortable with everyone in the class and didn't feel judged at all. Can't wait to go back!

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Carine Desir

★ 4

Great looking studio! Fun easy to follow class!

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Charles Jones

★ 5

Emily was friendly and welcoming, and Robert Vail's "Vibes & Lines" dance class was a great time! I highly recommend the studio!

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Marie Kalinoski

★ 5

The "Vibes & Lines" dance class taught by Robert Vail was super fun and great cardio! He created a welcoming inclusive atmosphere. I'll be going back to class again!

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Jade Galano

★ 5

I stumbled upon Bodycraft when I moved to the neighborhood in August. I was immediately drawn to how beautiful the space was so looked looked up what kind of studio it was. I saw that there were a lot of movement classes, including dance classes, that I have always wanted to take but was too intimidated. After taking class 4 days in a row, the only regret I have is waiting this long to sign up. This week my friend and I decided to purchase the intro unlimited week pass and it has exceeded any expectations. Bodycraft Dance Release with Emily, Yoga with Katya, Bodywise with Claudia, and Pilates with Helen have all been amazing. Each class is fun, yet challenging, and each teacher is warm and welcoming. Looking forward to taking more classes here.

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Sabrina Cabrera Concepcion

★ 5

As a ballerina since 11 year’s old, being here was awesome! I love it

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Steph Mack

★ 5

This place is pure magic! The instructors/staff are knowledgable & friendly, & the classes are a true workout! I've found my place. :)

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Kitty Williams

★ 5

I used to do yoga from home using YouTube videos, but realized I needed to get out of my apartment and do yoga in community with others. I started with the candlelit vinyasa yoga class, which I loved SO much! I then tried pilates for the first time and was really appreciative of how welcoming the studio was! I am really excited to go back.

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Gabrielle Scott

★ 5

such a beautiful and welcoming space

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Catherine D

★ 5

Great class! Emily’s class is fun and welcoming - even if you have no dance cardio experience.

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Amy K. Cheung

★ 5

A beautiful and energetic class! Challenging but still fun. Wonderful space too. Definitely looking forward to taking more classes!

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Rachel Quigley

★ 5

Love this studio. So clean and welcoming and great staff. I love Kailey’s classes the most. Such good energy and a great workout

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Jiwon Park

★ 5

This was my first Bodycraft class at the studio and it was fantastic. The studio was impeccably clean (with water glasses at front desk for those who did not bring water bottles) and the staff was very polite. My instructor, Emily, was great: full of energy, amiable, and encouraging. The class itself was pretty intense--high intensity dance cardio with some strength work--but good. Expect rivulets of sweat. :)

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Brian Rieger

★ 5

I really liked Sofie's Pilates class is was well structured and she was very clear with her descriptions of what you were trying to do/accomplish with each exercise.

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Chrysetta Stevens

★ 5

This studio is amazing! Lovely energy with very thoughtful moment classes.

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Michelle M

★ 5

Great and very fun work out—Emily’s energy is infectious!

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Erin Landers

★ 5

I was so happy to discover this new studio! The studio itself is beautiful, and has a calm and friendly atmosphere. The class I took with Bryn definitely gave me exactly what I needed to be ready for this week. Glancing through the class offerings, I’m super pleased to see other teachers I know and admire, and I’m sure I’ll be back very soon!

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Emma Lalor

★ 5

I had a wonderful experience! The class itself is physically challenging and very fun. Emily did a great job of providing support to everyone in the room, regardless of level, and celebrating the joy of movement. Go take this class!

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Sarah Mithani

★ 5

As an online Bodycraft subscriber, I already knew I was going to love my first studio class but that was absolutely an understatement. The studio is absolutely beautiful and lends itself to a wonderful place for shared movement. Emily's classes always encourage you to shake off anything that doesn't serve you and leaves you feeling empowered to take on the day!

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Jenny Lee

★ 5

I'm so excited to be in class with Kailey and Emily! It feels like the best gift to myself and I feel so strong and in tune with myself after taking class here. These classes offer functional movement in a warm and welcoming setting. The format is never the same, which provides for a challenging and butt-blasting fun time. Oh yes, your butt will be perking up and just peachy after class. You'll feel like you can lift boulders with your toned triceps. You'll feel so connected to your core too. I'm grateful to find a practice that keeps me mindful in my daily movement. Kailey has taught me how important it is to listen to my body. I'll be a regular here! P.S. I am so excited to try the other classes offered here, too! Especially the dance and restorative ones. Best addition to the neighborhood!

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Joseph Nguyen

★ 5

KaileyKamp on Thursday nights is one of the toughest and funnest workouts out there. Beautiful studio filled with incredible people. You learn quickly on Thursday nights that there is never a dull moment in class!

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Elizabeth Cooke

★ 5

Emily’s class was everything I needed and more! Just the right amount of challenge, as well as balance between descriptive instruction and freedom to do what each individual needed for their own body. This was my third class at the studio (the yoga and Pilates classes are also great!). The neighborhood is lucky to have this new gem of a studio! Highly recommend.

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Elizabeth Brand

★ 5

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Brie Manakul

★ 5

Right now i'm mainly taking Bodycraft with Emily but my husband also takes KaileyKamp. We are obsessed with not only the classes but the atmosphere. We've been taking these amazing teachers for years and we always leave feeling stronger and more centered. If we can't make it in the studio we join their live zoom classes so we don't lose the energy of the class. We highly recommend everyone check this studio out. I promise you won't regret it!

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Elyse Galloway

★ 5

For the past 2.5yrs, I have been working out at home - really confident in my routine, happy with my on-demand programming, etc. But when I started attending classes at BodyCraft, my entire approach towards working out changed. I was stimulated both mentally and physically, challenged and found a place where I could find community. Working out with Emily on Saturday morning’s is a highlight of my week! Id encourage everyone to come to BodyCraft - it is an entire EXPERIENCE! And your body and mind will thank you!

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Abbey Mcbride

★ 5

Bodycraft is an invigorating studio with a wide variety of classes. The space is welcoming, energizing, and prioritizes community. The classes are challenging, full body and make you thinking differently about working out. Weather you’re a dancer or not these classes are approachable to all bodies. I love Emily’s approach and commitment to rethinking how we view exercise. Get yourself to a bodycraft class ASAP!!! You won’t regret it ❤️

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