Before

In just the few short months that I have started Jazzercise and the Forever Fit program, it has changed my life. I have lost over 15 pounds and 9 inches! I feel better than I ever have before. I even look better than I did before having my son! I never thought an exercise program could be so much fun and rewarding at the same time. All of the instructors challenge us to work to our highest potential so we can get optimal results. They truly care about each person that comes in to work out. I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to lose some weight or just get into shape.

Marilyn, age 52
Arkansas

Before

Jazzercise has given me years back to my life. Help came in a post card right to my mailbox, just when I needed it most! I started the Forever Fit Program the next day. That was eight months ago…and six pants sizes ago! The combined cardio, stretch, and strength training that I found at Jazzercise is unsurpassed. The certified instructors and trainers are committed to staying true to the program’s vision and choreography, which gives it a unique consistency that is the hallmark of its success. Sometimes it takes a team of professionals to remind you to “take care of yourself.” The people make the program, and the program makes us feel like a family. Veteran Personal Trainers and Instructors Chere van Ligten and Shanna Missett Nelson coached me, reminded me about proper body alignment & technique, and also about sensible eating. No fads. No gimmicks. Just PURE FUN! The choreography is always fresh; the music is always hot. I guess there’s nothing wrong with feeling like you’re 20-something especially when you’re 40-something. I believe in the Jazzercise mission so much that I am training to become a certified instructor this spring.

Before

After

My Jazzercise experience began when I first met Chris, one of my instructors, at a health fair. I was very leery of starting an exercise program by myself but as soon as I walked in and took one class, I was hooked and joined that day. The classes are set in a relaxed atmosphere from the time you are greeted to the time you leave. There is no pressure from anybody, just support and respect from the instructors and fellow classmates. The motivation that is demonstrated from my instructors, Chris and Kelly, is phenomenal.

Jazzercise is the most energetic, demanding, rewarding and enjoyable form of exercise I have ever done. Whether I go to the Jazzercise, Body Sculpting, Circuit, Step, or Personal Touch classes, I am always guaranteed to get a great workout. I am 43-years-old and can honestly say that I am in the best shape I have ever been in.

Last year I came to the realization that if I was going to do anything to get my weight down, the time to do it was now! In seven months, I lost 50 pounds and that was primarily due to attending Jazzercise classes and paying closer attention to my eating habits. I owe a lot to Jazzercise, Chris and Kelly, and their inspirational instruction. I would hate to imagine where I would be if I had not decided to take the first step and walk in the door at Jazzercise of Hackettstown. I guess you could say I am addicted. But addiction is good when it comes to Jazzercise.

I am ecstatic I found Jazzercise. For many years I have gone on and off every diet in the universe. None were successful for me. I walked into the local facility and heard this music and thought I would investigate. Two very nice ladies, Kristina and Arletha, approached me and introduced me to the rest of my life, with JAZZERCISE! I look forward to the classes, and have met many new friends.

My life has changed for the better in every way imaginable. My blood pressure is under control. I now bounce out of bed early in the morning. I am on the go all day and don’t tire out. I sleep well at night. I don’t struggle to breathe, and I don’t park in the closest parking space when shopping for the new clothes I need from the transformation my body has made. I am currently three dress sizes smaller. I did not realize the change at first, because I wasn’t looking for it. I just wanted to feel better. I am on my fitness journey and feeling fabulous!

I stepped into my first Jazzercise class after coming to the realization that, at age 51, my body was getting softer and my muscle strength was noticeable declining. I loved the class from the moment the first song came on, in spite of my lack of ability to follow much of anything but the most basic moves, stepping back and forth! Although I spent most of the time laughing instead of moving, I managed to feel sore after the first class and knew it was a good thing!

I’ve been Jazzercising over a year now, and have moved to the second row in class! When I look at my legs and arms, I can hardly believe they belong to me. I’ve really got muscles. When I walk, I can feel my thigh muscles flexing and they are hard to the touch. As for my arms…when I began Jazzercising, I was using 2lb. weights; now I hoist 7lbs. up and down. I can’t wait to get to class, have fun, and lose myself in the music. I am a “Jazzerciser” for life, for sure!

Before

"One class, one time, and I was hooked! I had the usual story of a stay at home mom and wife, devoting all of her time to her family and none to herself. My life was very hectic with three young children. I was overweight, lethargic and in desperate need to 'find' my old self. After starting Jazzercise, my body and mind became increasingly stronger, and a more positive, energetic, and healthy person immerged.

I took my love for Jazzercise a step further and became a Certified Jazzercise Instructor and am presently teaching at the Roxbury Jazzercise Fitness Center in Succusunna, New Jersey. Our center is one of the top ranked Jazzercise Centers in the world! Most importantly, I have been able to introduce exercise, incorporated with fun, to my children. It's a proud day when my children tell others that their mom is a Jazzercise Instructor. Who knew my life would have changed so much with one little word...Jazzercise!"

I've been Jazzercising, in Ocala, Florida, since July 2004. Kim, my college bound daughter, had been trying to think of something that she and I could do together before she had to leave for school. She came across a Jazzercise sign and we decided to try it. Previously, I avoided anything to do with exercise. Boy was I in for a surprise! Laura, the instructor, and the whole class were very welcoming and encouraging. Not everybody stayed in step and whenever anyone would misstep Laura would say, "that's ok, just make sure you keep moving, you'll get it before you know it, and if it's too high intensity, do the lower impact steps I've been showing to those that feel they need it." Boy, did I ever need it and it worked just as well! This made me much less self-conscious about making mistakes! I remembered how alive and uplifted I had felt after each class. I remembered all of the wonderful, incredible women in the class who had taken me under their wing and kept me motivated. I remembered thinking to myself that I had finally found an oasis from the trials and tribulations of my everyday life. Five days out of the week for an hour, my time was my time and nobody was going to take that away from me.

In 1979, when I was pregnant with my son, I suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage. I was in a coma for two weeks and nearly died. It was difficult to walk, dress, think, everything! Six years later I was introduced to Jazzercise for the first time. That was in 1986; and I've been a faithful Jazzerciser ever since!! One of the major difficulties I had after my accident was my balance. I couldn't stand on one foot for longer than a couple of seconds without toppling over. Jazzercise has helped me enormously!! Many people have been amazed at my recovery, and I can truthfully say that Jazzercise played a significant role in it.

Jazzercise really has changed my life. For a year and a half I have been mildly unhappy with school. This is really hard to put into words, but I will try to explain. I walked into Jazzercise on Tuesday night and did not have to ask to be welcomed, because there, I was already welcomed, even before I walked inside. The first song came on and I kid you not, I got full body chills. For once, in a year and a half, I was happy. Happy at school that is. The songs were newer, but a few oldies were thrown in there: "Everytime We Touch" and “Black Horse and A Cherry Tree" to name a few. I immediately found myself smiling. Smiling and dancing and enjoying that one hour of pure happiness. I immediately called my mom after class and could not put into words my excitement that I now had time to Jazzercise!