BBRC, BodyBeat Recreational Center, is the first to bring a range of dance genres and fitness classes under one umbrella. With renowned choreographers, Instructors and Program Directors, we aim to set you apart. Now you can choose the class you have always wanted to take at a convenient time and location.

 

BODYBEAT

 

BodyBeat is an entirely new kind of dance style set to the latest Hip Hop, Latin and Indian music with the craziest dance steps. It's also a great form of cardio work-out and is best suited for those who love to move. BodyBeat burns calories in less than 55 minutes plus increases your stamina and best of all; teaches you how to make a statement on the dance floor.
 

 

INSTRUCTORS

 

HASAN RIZVI

A Dance Visionary, Musical Director and Choreographer. He is most recognized for the first dance tabloid ever held in Pakistan called, Cinema Live for which he was credited for his Direction, Choreography and Acting. He is also recognized for his performances and choreography in Summer Mehdi Fashion Show (April 2008), Hum Tele Film Awards (December 2008), and the Pakistani Drama Ishq Junoon Dewangi. He is also widely accredited for establishing the first respectable dance studio in Pakistan by the name of BodyBeat Dance Studio.

 

BENAZIR AZEEM

Benazir always had a passion for dance and found it to be my favorite medium of expression. In the United States she experimented lightly with dance courses such as music and movement during her university years. When she moved to Karachi, Pakistan she trained in bollywood briefly under choreographer Joshinder Chaggar and went on to perform for a televised stage show for Geo in 2008. In 2009 she took part as a jazz dancer in Chicago, the musical in both Karachi and Lahore where Benazir met her partner and co-choreographer Tanya Muzaffar and started teaching beginner level hip hop and choreographing for television.

 

SARMAD VARRIACH

Early years in Sweden with an avid love for dance he trained in Latin American disciplines in Gothenburg, where he competed regionally before going national. Thereafter, he traveled London where he took classes and trained under several different teachers under many genres ranging from salsa, street jazz, western bollywood, among some others. Sarmat’s quest then took me to Mumbai where he Trained under the genre of bollywood. Finally in early 2009 he Came to Pakistan and is now attempting to teach at BBRC while working on a dance show with MTV Pakistan - MTV dance off.

 

BABAR JAVED

Managing Director, Mission Centenarian; a health & fitness company founded in 2007, which comprises of a network of personal trainers in Karachi. Most recently the Chief Marketing Officer at Élan Guides. Has learnt various martial arts forms in Saudi Arabia namely Judo, Kickboxing and TaeKwondo. Mr Javed has also been trained in Yoga in Dubai, UAE.

 

TANYA MUZZAFAR

Always having harbored a passion for dance, I began my technical training at the age of 16 in high school in Canada. Having dappled in hiphop, ballet, jazz and contemporary styles, I took up further training in jazz and hiphop at Dance Extreme studios in London, Ontario. In college, I became a choreographer for the University of Waterloo Hiphop Club where I taught for two years. After returning to Pakistan, I participated in Chicago the musical and was the assistant choreographer for Mamma Mia the musical.

 

SALINA TAQI

Salina’s yogic journey began in Singapore 2 years ago.” I fell in love with the mind, body & soul collision I experienced”. She accumulated over 300 hours of practice in Singapore under the guidance of great teachers and before moving back to Pakistan, became a certified yoga teacher.  A Universal Yoga Certified teacher, she focuses not only on your postures (asana) but your whole inner and outer self. Join her on this journey of self purification. Each class is unique and tones both your body and mind. “My class structure is as such that the students are required to look inwards”. You are required to bring your own mat.

 

 

DANCE STYLES & CLASSES

 

HIP HOP

Hip hop is a fusion of street urban style dance and African inspired movement. This class aims to train the body to move in this style while learning choreographs to fun and popular hip hop and R&B music. While all dance styles provide a good workout, this class is geared more toward building skill and improving technique.

 

LATIN-AMERICAN DANCE

Latin American dancing is the art of communicating through your body. Fusing the different parts of Latin America with Samba, Jive, Cha-Cha, Salsa, among others will aim to train the body to be more flexible as well get the finesse in your movements. Latin American dancing not only gives an intense workout, but the class will aim to increase your the body movement, skill to pick new choreographies, but also improving your present techniques.

 

BOLLYWOOD
The Bollywood genre is a mixture of light classical movement fused with some pop and spiced up with the typical jhatkas and matkas we've all grown up watching. This class will not only give you a great workout and get you into shape, it will also make you the crowning glory of all mehndis! Come and learn how to give hrithik roshan and rani mukherji a run for their money!

 

YOGA CLASSES (FOR LADIES ONLY)

Yoga Basics: Ideal for hectic Mondays. This class is an introduction to the fundamentals of yoga. I will be explaining the postures combined with correct breathing techniques (correct breathing is key). Class will be conducted at a relaxed pace.

 

Yin Yang Yoga: An intense stretching and strengthening class. In this class you will strengthen your inner core along with exploring the body’s subtle energies. The first 45 minutes your heart beat is increased through posture flows. The following 45 minutes consists of long, deep stretching cultivating a peaceful and meditative mind. Good for increasing flexibility and inner awareness.

 

Hot Yoga: Yoga taught in a heated room. No air conditioners, no fans. Hot yoga conditions the body and mind. This class is designed for students who are willing to take on a challenge. The heat provides a detoxifying sweat which leaves you completely rejuvenated. Ideal for students looking to shed some pounds. (Note: Please drink plenty of water throughout the day).

 

FAT TORCHING PLAN
 

 

 

10 DAY ABSOLUTE DETOX PROGRAM
 (currently for ladies only)

 

BodyBeat Recreational Center now brings a new way to rejuvenate both mind, body & spirit. Feel the loss of toxins from your system, while you refuel your body with healthy organic nutrients. Cleanse your aura and experience an increase in energy & improved circulation.

Salina Taqi (yoga) & Afaq Ali Iqbal (dietitian) collaborate in bringing you the ultimate spring cleanse. Practice yoga & meditation with a certified program director whilst a weight management counselor monitors your diet personally for the duration of the program.

The Program Includes:

Plus Lots of Freebies:

 

Limited space available, so call BodyBeat for more details, or to reserve your spot for the next program!

Disclaimer: Exercise is not without its risks and participation in this or any other exercise program may result in injury. To reduce the risk of injury in your case, consult your doctor before beginning this or any exercise program. The information presented on this form is for general information only and is in no way intended as a substitute for medical advice. BodyBeat disclaims any liability from and in connection with this program.

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