Hey NtaiFitness crew! I’ve been digging into unique workout spots in Los Angeles, and Shiva’s Dance & Fitness caught my eye. Located at 1101 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035 (some listings note 9952 Robbins Dr, Beverly Hills), this studio blends dance and fitness for everyone from kids to seniors.
With limited chatter about it on platforms like X, I thought I’d share what I’ve found, including reviews, to spark a convo. If you’re into dance workouts or looking for a new fitness vibe, read on!Founded in 2002 by Shiva Bagheri, a former competitive gymnast (SCATS), professional dancer, and fitness competitor, the studio offers a wide range of classes.
Bagheri’s got serious credentials: she started dancing at nine, appeared on Star Search at 15, danced in commercials (Planet Fitness, Disneyland), and won titles like Ms.
Fitness Inland Empire 1999. As a certified personal trainer (PTA) with over 25 years of teaching, she’s worked with choreographers like Debbie Allen and staged ballets like The Nutcracker.
The studio reflects her expertise, offering ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, Persian dance, tumbling, musical theater (acting, voice, dance), and fitness classes like Stretch & Firm.
They even have “shivafitness” sessions for dogs and owners, which is super unique for pet-loving fitness buffs!Shiva’s Dance & Fitness serves ages 2 to 82, from beginners to pros, with kids’ camps during school breaks.
Operating hours are Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–7:30 PM, Friday until 6:00 PM, and weekends until 5:00 PM. Check www.shivasdanceandfitness.com for schedules and upcoming dance instruction videos (soon on Amazon).
Their Facebook page (Shiva’s School of Dance, 4,073 likes) posts about student wins, like a dancer placing second in a pageant, showing community engagement.Yelp reviews (21 total) paint a mixed picture.
Many rave about Shiva’s teaching. Parents say their kids learned ballet, jazz, or Persian dance, with one noting their daughter became a professional dancer (e.g., “Shiva’s great teaching!”).
Others praise her energy and results-driven workouts, like the Tone and Firm class, which burns 300–600 calories per hour, per a 2024 Les Mills study on dance fitness. Reviewers call her “passionate,” “patient,” and “positive,” with a family-friendly vibe (e.g., “Great atmosphere… warm, caring”).
Some have followed her across multiple studios, showing loyalty. The studio has 2 “Faves” on Nextdoor, and a MapQuest review calls her teaching “100%” effective.On the flip side, some Yelp reviews raise concerns.
A few criticize Shiva’s teaching style, saying she brings personal or political opinions into classes (e.g., “Keep your own personal opinions to yourself”).
Others claim her choreography lacks “flavor,” especially Latin styles, and a couple of serious allegations mention inappropriate behavior, like calling ICE over trivial interactions (e.g., saying “hola” or preferring water without ice).
Shiva and a reviewer suggest these could be from “non-customers, bots, or trolls,” but the claims are notable.
The studio’s not as freestyle as Dirtylicious or Latin-heavy as Zumba, focusing instead on structured dance styles.I’m curious what you all think!
Has anyone tried Shiva’s classes or seen her videos?
Are the kids’ camps fun?
How does it compare to other LA spots like Debbie Allen Dance Academy?
For those mixing dance into fitness (maybe with your NtaiFitness gear!), what’s your take on studios like this?
Drop your reviews or thoughts below—let’s get the discussion going!
With limited chatter about it on platforms like X, I thought I’d share what I’ve found, including reviews, to spark a convo. If you’re into dance workouts or looking for a new fitness vibe, read on!Founded in 2002 by Shiva Bagheri, a former competitive gymnast (SCATS), professional dancer, and fitness competitor, the studio offers a wide range of classes.
Bagheri’s got serious credentials: she started dancing at nine, appeared on Star Search at 15, danced in commercials (Planet Fitness, Disneyland), and won titles like Ms.
Fitness Inland Empire 1999. As a certified personal trainer (PTA) with over 25 years of teaching, she’s worked with choreographers like Debbie Allen and staged ballets like The Nutcracker.
The studio reflects her expertise, offering ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, Persian dance, tumbling, musical theater (acting, voice, dance), and fitness classes like Stretch & Firm.
They even have “shivafitness” sessions for dogs and owners, which is super unique for pet-loving fitness buffs!Shiva’s Dance & Fitness serves ages 2 to 82, from beginners to pros, with kids’ camps during school breaks.
Operating hours are Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–7:30 PM, Friday until 6:00 PM, and weekends until 5:00 PM. Check www.shivasdanceandfitness.com for schedules and upcoming dance instruction videos (soon on Amazon).
Their Facebook page (Shiva’s School of Dance, 4,073 likes) posts about student wins, like a dancer placing second in a pageant, showing community engagement.Yelp reviews (21 total) paint a mixed picture.
Many rave about Shiva’s teaching. Parents say their kids learned ballet, jazz, or Persian dance, with one noting their daughter became a professional dancer (e.g., “Shiva’s great teaching!”).
Others praise her energy and results-driven workouts, like the Tone and Firm class, which burns 300–600 calories per hour, per a 2024 Les Mills study on dance fitness. Reviewers call her “passionate,” “patient,” and “positive,” with a family-friendly vibe (e.g., “Great atmosphere… warm, caring”).
Some have followed her across multiple studios, showing loyalty. The studio has 2 “Faves” on Nextdoor, and a MapQuest review calls her teaching “100%” effective.On the flip side, some Yelp reviews raise concerns.
A few criticize Shiva’s teaching style, saying she brings personal or political opinions into classes (e.g., “Keep your own personal opinions to yourself”).
Others claim her choreography lacks “flavor,” especially Latin styles, and a couple of serious allegations mention inappropriate behavior, like calling ICE over trivial interactions (e.g., saying “hola” or preferring water without ice).
Shiva and a reviewer suggest these could be from “non-customers, bots, or trolls,” but the claims are notable.
The studio’s not as freestyle as Dirtylicious or Latin-heavy as Zumba, focusing instead on structured dance styles.I’m curious what you all think!
Has anyone tried Shiva’s classes or seen her videos?
Are the kids’ camps fun?
How does it compare to other LA spots like Debbie Allen Dance Academy?
For those mixing dance into fitness (maybe with your NtaiFitness gear!), what’s your take on studios like this?
Drop your reviews or thoughts below—let’s get the discussion going!
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