FIRST LOOK NKB Dance & Expressions New studio’s classes combine fun and tness A fter working in risk manage- ment and insurance for 34 years and putting two children consultant and discovered several of NKB’s instructors. “Our team is very talented and versatile,” Knight-Brown said. Knight-Brown said NKB Dance &
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Owner Nancy Knight-Brown (fourth from right) is seen with her husband, Melvin Brown, and the NKB Dance & Expressions team of instructors and receptionists.
through college, Nancy Knight-Brown started to consider what retirement could look like for her family. “I knew if my husband and I wanted to be comfortable [in retirement], we would have to nd something that we enjoyed, [something that] didn’t feel like a job,” Knight-Brown said. Knight-Brown said it came to her in a dream about a year ago. “I have always found joy in danc- ing,” she said. “When I was growing up and even with my daughters, dance has always been a part of my life, so when I had a dream that I opened my own dance studio, I knew it was meant to be.” After looking at several locations, enduring some dicult business decisions and a delayed build-out to NKB Dance & Expressions on July 27. “I am so grateful for the support I have had on this journey,” Knight- Brown said. Knight-Brown said she has had great guidance from her family and friends, including her previous tness instructor and friend Sekoya Waddy. After living in Pugerville for 10 years and Georgetown for more than ve, Knight-Brown said she used to drive to Austin to participate in Waddy’s Zumba class. Waddy is now NKB’s studio process, Knight- Brown ocially opened the doors
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Expressions’ main priority is to help the community balance fun with healthy lifestyle choices. “This is a place where tness and fun meet,” Knight-Brown said. “We want our [dancers] to feel accepted while also prioritizing their physical health as well as their emotional well-being.” Knight-Brown said the studio oers instruction in areas such as youth ballet; Senior Sunrise; Parent & Tot movement; and adult Zumba; as well as specialized classes such as African Movement, line dance and Gospel Groove. While there is no competitive aspect involved, Knight-Brown does as dance classes continue to grow. NKB has two larger studios to accommodate bigger classes. Knight- Brown said she is open to hosting private events including baby showers and other celebrations in these spaces. “I am ready to get people in the door,” Knight-Brown said. Class rates and memberships vary by age group, skill level and length of membership. A monthly pass for adult tness classes including Zumba, Xtreme Burn and African Movement is $160. Youth monthly classes range from $240-$375. plan to oer recit- als and showcases
Nidia Ramirez (far right) and her students are seen after a Zumba session.
Each of the four studios has a capacity of 50 people.
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NKB Dance & Expressions oers more than a dozen dance and dance-inspired movement classes. Ranging from Pilates to youth ballet to African Movement, owner Nancy Knight-Brown said there is a class for everyone. DESIGNING DANCE CLASSES
Xtreme Hip-Hop: Using step equipment, this class gradually builds choreography and intensity. It combines step aerobics and strength training for a total body workout. light movement routine is designed to get the body’s blood owing without over-exertion. Senior Sunrise: Exercises in this class are able to be completed either sitting or standing. The
Parent & Tot: This class is designed to have the parent safely use the weight and exibility of their child to take advantage of coordinated exercise, stretching and tumbling. MixxedFit: This style combines explosive dance movements with bodyweight toning. The movements are repetitive and easy to follow so participants can maximize workouts rather than focus on choreography.
“THIS IS A PLACE WHERE FITNESS AND FUN MEET.” NANCY KNIGHTBROWN, OWNER
NKB Dance & Expressions 610 N. Austin Ave., Ste. 125, Georgetown 512-688-1232 www.nkbdanceandexpressions.com Hours: Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. 7 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., closed Sun.
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