Business Details
Your Premier Fitness & Yoga Studio in Royal Oak
At Nafas Fitness, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive fitness and yoga experience tailored to individuals of all ages and abilities. Founded on the principle of creating a non-competitive, welcoming environment, our studio combines cardio, dance, and yoga under one roof to foster physical and mental transformation. With over 23 years of teaching experience, our owner and NASM-certified instructor, Janel Calka-Asaff, leads a team committed to personalized guidance and community-building. Our mission is to empower members through diverse class offerings, including 68 weekly sessions, while prioritizing safety with rigorous cleanliness protocols.We emphasize flexibility with no long-term membership commitments, ensuring accessibility for all lifestyles. Our facility features dedicated yoga and fitness spaces, complimentary on-site parking, and a supportive atmosphere designed to help members achieve their goals. By integrating stress-relief practices with physical training, we aim to be a holistic wellness hub for the Royal Oak community. Our success is measured by our members' progress, reflected in testimonials highlighting satisfaction with our culture, variety, and expert instruction.
Services
Fitness Classes
Yoga Sessions
Dance Fitness
Pilates
Bootcamp
Zumba
Barre Fit
Belly Dancing
Tap Classes
Private Lessons
Highlights and features
- We offer 68 weekly classes across cardio, dance, and yoga disciplines.
- Our owner has 23 years of NASM-certified instructional experience.
- We maintain rigorous cleanliness protocols for member safety.
- Our memberships require no long-term commitment.
- Our instructors are certified and experienced in diverse fitness disciplines.
What people say
Wide variety of classes
Positive fun atmosphere
Experienced instructors
Clean facility
Nonjudgmental environment
Services
Fitness Classes
Our fitness classes combine cardio, strength training, and functional movements to improve overall physical health. Designed for all skill levels, these sessions use equipment like treadmills, resistance bands, and weights to build endurance and muscle tone. Participants benefit from structured routines that adapt to individual fitness goals while fostering community engagement in a motivating environment.
Yoga Sessions
Offering multiple yoga styles including Vinyasa, Yin, and Restorative, our classes focus on flexibility, stress relief, and mental clarity. Small-group settings allow personalized instructor attention, with modifications for all experience levels. The dedicated yoga studio provides a serene space for breathwork and meditation, integrating physical postures with mindfulness techniques to enhance overall well-being.
Dance Fitness
Dance-based cardio classes like Zumba and Booty Bunz combine choreographed movements with high-energy music to create engaging calorie-burning sessions. These classes improve coordination while making exercise enjoyable, with options ranging from Latin-inspired rhythms to hip-hop beats. Instructors emphasize fun over perfection, creating an inclusive atmosphere where participants express themselves through movement.
Barre Fit
This ballet-inspired workout focuses on small-range muscle isolations at the barre and floor, using weights and resistance bands for toning. Classes emphasize proper alignment and core engagement to improve posture and build lean muscle. Participants develop balance and joint stability through repetitive movements that target specific muscle groups in a low-impact format.
Private Lessons
Customized training sessions available in personal fitness, tap dance, or yoga disciplines. These 1:1 sessions allow tailored instruction addressing individual goals, with flexible scheduling options. Clients receive personalized feedback and progression plans, making it ideal for those seeking focused attention or specialized skill development outside group class formats.
People
Janel Calka-Asaff
Owner & Instructor
NASM-certified instructor with 23+ years of experience in dance, fitness, and yoga. Royal Oak resident and mother of two, Janel created Nafas to provide accessible, non-competitive wellness opportunities. She specializes in adapting classes for diverse abilities while maintaining technical integrity.
Questions
What types of classes does Nafas offer?
We provide 68 weekly classes across cardio, dance, and yoga disciplines including Zumba, Pilates, Barre Fit, and various yoga styles. New monthly/yearly specialty classes are also available.
Are there membership commitment requirements?
No long-term commitments are required. Members can choose from flexible options including unlimited monthly access, class packages, or single sessions with easy cancellation policies.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous cleanliness protocols with regular equipment sanitization and hygiene measures exceeding public health guidelines to ensure member safety during and after pandemic conditions.
Can I bring guests to classes?
Friends are welcome, but we don't offer free trials. Guests must purchase single-class access or use existing memberships. Class capacity limits apply for safety and quality maintenance.
What facilities does Nafas provide?
Our studio features separate yoga and fitness spaces, complimentary on-site parking, storage cubbies, and most equipment provided. The facility undergoes regular disinfection to maintain hygiene standards.
