Allow yourself to be drawn to the mystery of this all-levels heels workshop where we will plunge into an evening affair of sultry and sensual choreography to The Weeknd’s “Earned It.” Surrender yourself to push the boundaries of power and submission through embodiment of your sexual being.

“My subconscious is frantically fanning herself, and my inner goddess is swaying and writhing to some primal carnal rhythm.” - 50 Shades of Grey

Dancers may wear dance heels or go barefoot. Long dress ties will be provided as choreographic props, as well as champagne and chocolate covered strawberries after class. 

Cost: $35, membership discounts apply

About Ashley Akhavan:

Ashley's dance journey began at the age of 3. She now holds a B.A. in Dance from San Diego State University where she studied Kinesiology, Anatomy, Pilates, and Pedagogy, among the various disciplines of dance. While teaching youth, collegiate, and adult dance classes over the last 12 years, Ashley also dances professionally for LITVAKdance, a contemporary-modern dance company that performs locally and nationally. She is a Barre Above certified instructor and has been teaching Barre, HIIT, and Pilates classes in north county San Diego for the last 8 years. Ashley earned her M.A. in Corporate Communications from the University of San Francisco in 2022 and is now assisting MBDY with internal/external communications and community outreach.

In her classes, she religiously integrates the importance of proper form, breathing coordination, modifications to accommodate injuries, and drive to reach one’s potential. Ashley believes that everyone’s fitness journey and lifestyle run at a varying pace. Having the energy of a studio class environment and the support of an inspiring instructor can help anyone push past their edge to access new internal power.