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Follow at Your Pace
Use a comfortable range of motion and reduce speed, impact, or step height whenever needed. There is no pressure to match anyone else in the room.
Hermitage, TN · Group Fitness · Cardio Dance / Step
Cardio Dance & Step Class in Hermitage, TN
Move to the music, work at your own pace, and build a workout around your current fitness level. Cardio Dance / Step at Hermitage Fitness combines dance-based cardio, step routines, light weights, resistance bands, mats, and bodyweight movement in a welcoming group setting.
No dance experience is required. Beginners, seniors, experienced exercisers, and anyone returning to fitness can follow the instructor’s cues and modify movements as needed.
Class Days
Tuesday & Thursday
Class Time
8:30–9:30 AM
Registration
None—just show up
What the class is like
Music, Movement, and Options for Every Level
Cardio Dance / Step is a one-hour group fitness class that mixes rhythmic movement with traditional fitness exercises. The exact combination can vary by class, giving participants a well-rounded workout without requiring complicated choreography.
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Use Varied Equipment
Classes may use step platforms, light weights, resistance bands, exercise mats, and bodyweight movements to keep the workout varied.
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Stay for the Full Hour
The class runs from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Arrive a little early so you can choose equipment, find your space, and ask any questions before class begins.
Why members enjoy it
Benefits of Cardio Dance / Step
Cardiovascular Exercise
Continuous movement helps challenge your heart and lungs while letting you adjust the intensity to your fitness level.
Coordination and Balance
Dance patterns and step combinations encourage controlled movement, timing, and awareness of your body in space.
Full-Body Variety
Light weights, bands, mats, bodyweight exercises, and step work can bring both upper- and lower-body movement into the class.
Beginner-Friendly Options
Participants can lower the impact, skip the platform, reduce resistance, or simplify movement patterns without leaving the class.
Senior-Friendly Modifications
Seniors are welcome and can select movements that match their balance, comfort, and current level of conditioning.
Supportive Group Setting
Music and a room of people working toward their own goals can make consistent exercise feel more enjoyable and motivating.
Members and visitors welcome
How to Attend the Class
Cardio Dance / Step is included with every Hermitage Fitness membership. Nonmembers may also attend by purchasing the applicable day pass or coming with a current member on a guest pass.
Current Members
Included
There is no additional class fee and no registration. Arrive before 8:30 AM and join the class.
Day Pass
$20
Available to visitors attending without a current member. Purchase the pass at the front desk during staffed hours.
Guest Pass
$10
Available when you are brought by a current Hermitage Fitness member. The member must accompany the guest.
Preparing for class
What to Wear and Bring
Supportive Shoes
Wear comfortable athletic shoes that provide secure footing for dance movements, step work, and changes in direction.
Workout Clothing
Choose clothing that allows you to move comfortably. Layers can be useful while warming up and cooling down.
Water and a Towel
Bring water and a small workout towel. Class equipment is provided, so you do not need to bring your own weights, bands, mat, or step platform.
Local group fitness
Cardio Dance / Step on Lebanon Pike
Cardio Dance / Step is held at Hermitage Fitness, located at 3924 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076. The morning schedule is convenient for members from Hermitage, Donelson, Old Hickory, Mount Juliet, and nearby Nashville communities.
There are no age restrictions for this class. Participants should choose movements appropriate for their own comfort and ability, and anyone with health concerns should obtain appropriate professional guidance before beginning a new exercise program.
Hermitage Fitness
3924 Lebanon Pike
Hermitage, TN 37076
Cardio Dance / Step:
Tuesday & Thursday
8:30–9:30 AM
Cardio Dance / Step questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Cardio Dance / Step?
The class is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 9:30 AM at Hermitage Fitness.
Do I need to register before class?
No. Advance registration is not required. Arrive before class, check in, and join the group.
Do I need dance or step experience?
No. The class is designed so movements can be simplified or modified. Beginners are welcome.
Is the class appropriate for seniors?
Yes. Seniors are welcome, and movements can be adjusted for comfort, balance, impact level, and current conditioning.
Is there a minimum or maximum age?
There are no class-specific age restrictions. Participants should be able to follow directions and select exercises appropriate for their ability.
What equipment does the class use?
Depending on the workout, the class may use step platforms, light weights, resistance bands, exercise mats, and bodyweight movements. Equipment is provided.
Is Cardio Dance / Step included with membership?
Yes. The class is included with every Hermitage Fitness membership at no additional class fee.
Can I attend without a gym membership?
Yes. A visitor may purchase a $20 day pass, or attend with a current member using a $10 guest pass.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable workout clothing and supportive athletic shoes. Bring water and a towel.
Can I modify exercises if something is uncomfortable?
Yes. You can reduce impact, skip the step platform, use lighter resistance, decrease your range of motion, or choose a simpler movement.
No registration required
Join Cardio Dance / Step This Week
Come to Hermitage Fitness before 8:30 AM on Tuesday or Thursday. Members attend at no extra charge, and nonmembers can join with a day pass or guest pass.