DanceFIT-KS Testimonials
“I would have to say I was in the worst shape of my life the day I began rehearsals for “Dancing With The Stars” – I was a last minute addition to the cast and had no time to prepare beforehand. I faced a mountain of self-doubt that I would be able to endure the work-load and get in the shape necessary to “pull it off.” Thankfully for me, Karina Smirnoff’s approach was a gift of knowledge and understanding. Her immense talent and positive spirit created an environment for me to go further than I had ever thought possible. Early on, I would barely make it through one run-through of a performance. But before I knew it, in less than 3 weeks training time, I was running through 1 and sometimes 2 routines 8-10 times a session. With multiple techniques to all types of scenarios, her ability to inspire and motivate me is something I will always have and continue to use in all aspects of my life”
— Ralph Macchio
“It was a pleasure to have Karina Smirnoff as a guest presenter for our Dance Week program. She was personable and fun to work with – our guests not only got an incredible work-out, but they also had a lot of fun! Karina’s DanceFIT-KS program is exceptional and we were happy to give our guests this once-in-a-lifetime gift with a dance champion and fitness expert.”
— Rachel Caldwell, General Manager Golden Door Spa
“My son gave me Karina’s workout DVD Shape Up with Karina as a Christmas gift in 2010. He challenged me to lose enough weight so that I can fit into my military uniform that I wore when I was 20 years old. I am now 50. I exercised with the video consistently and changed my eating habits. By Christmas of 2011 I had lost 85 lbs. It was my dedication and Karina’s encouraging words and work out tips that helped me lose the weight. I can now wear my military uniform with pride. I am still losing weight and training with the video. Karina has been a huge inspiration to me and my next step is to try ballroom dancing.”
–Yves Gauthier, Ontario Canada
“My wife and I started taking Karina’s classes at her dance studio in 2011. We take a variety of classes from Shape-Up to Latin and Ballroom classes. The classes are my after-work exercise and help me feel more relaxed. My muscles are always sore after class but I feel great. Karina is a wonderful teacher, she’s extremely friendly and passionate about what she does. We have had a lot of fun with her so far and look forward to much more dancing fun in the future!”
–Daniel Lai, Woodland Hills
