There are fitness classes, and then there are fitness classes.

You know them, the ones that leave you sweaty, rosy-cheeked, and smiling even though every bone and muscle in your body is begging you for mercy.

You know, the classes that have instructors who are so passionate and helpful that they make you secretly wish they could be your best friends. These are the classes that make not only your body feel good, but your mind, too.

Because there’s a difference between just simply going to a fitness class and being in a class.

Having fun, making friends, and feeling good are a huge part of making you and your workout sweaty, happy, and inspired.

So when going to a class, you may want to find one that encourages you to try new exercises in a new environment that not only strengthen your body, but your mind and spirit too.

Of course, let's be honest: fitness, unfortunately, can take an unexpected toll on our bodies. The worst things happen, whether that's something small, yet bitingly awful like a tweaked ankle or sore joints, or something drastic like a ruptured achilles. 

But it's important to get back in the game though, and always available to guide you back on the road to recovery-- however long you need --is the highly capable team at On Your Mark. On Your Mark is the best way to start, resume, or refine your approach physical wellbeing. 

Check out On Your Mark here. Every program and regimen is uniquely tailored to whatever your body needs. 

But then check out these 5 awesome fitness classes in New York City that are taking creative, fun fitness to a whole new level.

1. SurfSET® & Sand (various NYC locations) 

Ready to try out surfing, but not ready to hit the water? Well, Crunch has got you covered. Inspired by the total body workout surfing in the ocean gives you, Crunch and SurfSET® have paired together to design a fitness class so you can take this workout to land.

Using the RipSurfer X®, a machine that mimics a surfboard in the water, you’ll hit the not-so-real waves to shape up that beach bod this summer.

You’ll take your workout on and off the board, focusing on circuit-style fitness with weighted sandbags to help you tone up aerobically without any heavy weight lifting.

SurfSET® & Sand is the place to be if you’re ready to get that sexy surfer physique without having to jump in the icy ocean.

2. CityRow (80 5th Avenue) 

Unlike any other workout class you’ve seen before, CityRow brings rowing into the world of seriously cool fitness classes. City Row mixes up vinyasa yoga, strength training, cardio, and, well, rowing to establish a unique variety of awesome workshops to up your fitness game this summer.

CityRow X, one of CityRow’s most difficult classes and not for the faint of heart, develops a total body workout through a mix of rowing, sprints, weights, and more cardio to keep you feeling kickass all day.

So, if you’re a beginner to rowing, have no fear. CityRow’s Fundamentals Class caters to newbies. With a small class size, trainers will introduce you to the rowing machine in a personalized instruction so you don't have to worry about hurting yourself or just looking lost.

3. Cycle Karaoke (various Crunch Gym locations) 

Get ready to show off your mad singing skills in another one of Crunch’s seriously awesome workout classes: Cycle Karaoke.

Taking the whole idea of creating fun fitness to a whole new level, this fitness class lets you belt out some of your favorite, classic tunes all while spinning away.

4. Mile High Run Club (28 East 4th Street) 

The Mile High Run Club is first in its class, offering the first in treadmill fitness classes. The Mile High Run Club offers over five different workshops focusing on interval training, free run, and kettle bell incorporation.

With weekly, guided Outdoor Adventure Runs, and personalized instruction from Mile High Run Club, you can take your running to the streets and receive feedback on how to make not only your form better, but your workout, too.

But one of their coolest workshops, Olympic Night At the Track, happens every Wednesday night, and is absolutely the place to be.

There you will meet Olympic runner and Chef Michael Stember, a man who has run a mile in under four minutes. You get learn the best from the best, and he'll tell you in-depth about his awesome approach to mixing nutrition and exercise to enhance your fitness abilities.

5. Boing With Kangoo (various Crunch Gym locations) 

Remember those moon shoes you used to play with when you were younger? Well, Boing with Kangoo at Crunch has something like those, but for not just adults, but fitness, too.

Wearing Kangoo in this unconventional class, you’ll literally jump into exercising while promoting balance in this light cardio workshop.

The Kangoo shoes are not only a super creative way to make exercising fun, but also a great way to give you some energy after a long day at work.

Perfect for anyone who’s craving a low-impact workout, Boing literally puts a little bounce into your step!

Check out 13 Things You Definitely Gotta Do to Have the Best July Ever in NYC. 

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