Offbeat Workouts
By Citysearch Editors, New York
Tired of the same old exercise routine? Check out these alternative workouts at New York gyms and fitness centers.
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Masala Bhangra
Indian-inspired workout dances away weight with Indian-folk beats. -
Naked Yoga
Union Square, New York, NY
Hatha yoga in the nude for beginners to serious practitioners. -
Field House at Chelsea Piers
62 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY
Giant gymnasium for recreational sports offers soccer, basketball, climbing, dance and other fun workouts--with many open to non-members. -
Gleason's Gym
77 Front St, Ste 2, Brooklyn, NY
This internationally renowned training ground for boxers is a New York institution. -
Punk Rope
Monday night jump rope workout to a fast punk rock soundtrack. -
Crunch
144 West 38th Street, New York, NY
Get that shapely body through circus sports, belly dancing, cardio striptease and other exercise classes. -
Bo Law Kung Fu
385 Broadway, New York, NY
Beginners and black belts can master kung fu, Chinese weaponry and more through these martial arts classes. -
Trapeze School of New York
518 W. 30th St., New York, NY
Fly high above the Hudson River at this unique outdoor school.
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Equinox Fitness Clubs
97 Greenwich Ave, New York, NY
Upscale, Zen-inspired gym catering to the fit professional. -
New York Health & Racquet Club
60 W 23rd St, New York, NY
A posh setting for exercising professionals who like relaxation as much as recreation.
