The Realness Blog

Whether you’re in the mood for a full-body bounce, a snack-sized sculpt, or a travel-friendly sweat, this is my version of the perfect week of movement—one that feels joyful, effective, and deeply energizing.

Hey, it’s Colette Dong, founder of the ness, and I’m taking over this week with a hand-picked lineup from our digital library. Whether you’re craving an energizing bounce, a sculpt session that leaves you sore in the best way, or a stretch to hit reset, I’ve got you covered.

Lock in current rates before February 1st and explore memberships at the ness for a more cost-effective, community-driven NYC fitness experience.

Whether you’re returning to the ness or setting new fitness goals, our January Challenge is here to help you sweat, strengthen, and soar into the new year. This dynamic two-week series features brand-new trampoline and strength videos, with your favorite ness instructors guiding you every step of the way.

This is a guide for anyone looking to build lasting, meaningful habits in the new year—whether you’re just getting started on your fitness journey or you’re already deep in the process. Here’s what we’re embracing for 2025 and what we believe can truly make a difference.

Stay active this holiday season with quick 10-minute workouts from The Ness. These effective routines fit into any busy schedule, helping you stay strong, energized, and stress-free!

Our grand opening will be held on Saturday, November 16th at 200 Church Street.

This month’s picks come from Lil, the ultimate guide for your bounce journey.

When you’re comparing high intensity and low intensity workouts, the key difference is effort.

If you enjoy high intensity movement and want to continue working out with a bad knee, this is your sign to try trampoline cardio.

Join us August 23rd – 25th 2024 for an unparalleled class experience hosted at the vibrant W Aspen.

Incorporating strength training into your regular movement routine can improve everything from muscle and bone health to mental health, and is even linked to reducing all cause mortality.

a NASA study shows that in just 10 minutes of bouncing on a trampoline you burn the same amount of energy and build the same amount of endurance as you would in 30 minutes of running, making bounce 3x more effective than running. Now THAT is efficiency and it’s exactly what the moms in your life need. 

Reset 2024 will kick off on Monday, May 6th

This month’s picks come from Aly – one of our  founders and the creator of our method

Every other month one of our incredible team members will curate a selection of their favorite ness digital classes just for you.

Something that gets especially bogged down during the holidays is your digestive system. It goes without saying that it primarily rules your digestive functions and overall gut health, but it can also affect your mood, sleep cycles, energy level, and ability to focus

Did you know that included in the ness digital subscription is access to unlimited livestream classes? You read that right – unlimited – meaning that as a digital subscriber you get the variety of our full, and always growing, library of on demand videos, AND you can also tune in live to any class happening at our NYC studio.

January Challenge is here to give you guidance, motivation, kick ass cardio and strength workouts  and make sure you don’t take yourself too seriously along the way

14th Night is a ultra-effective, clean, and natural haircare brand rooted in the Persian beauty secrets that Negar grew up with.

Check out this quick video tour of the ness digital and a few FAQs to help you easily navigate everything from finding your favorite bounce essentials class to updating your payment information! 

By definition, low impact exercise is designed to put little or no harmful stress on the body, and it’s often…

We’re taking it one step further in the name of pure fun, and this year’s edition of Mixtape is no exception.

My parents always used to tell me that my own self love and care came first – you can’t care for anyone else without giving yourself that love and care first.

This is your reminder that every body is a summer body if it exists in summer.

Why do we care about stability? Outside of our method, stability is a foundational element of all fitness. It allows…

There is never a day when everything falls into place. Being a founder is constantly dealing with obstacles and finding solutions for them on a daily basis. Once you accept that, you find freedom on the other side of it. 

Starting a journey is often the scariest part so first of all, well done and welcome home! Now that you’re…

The key to knowing if you’re ready to make the jump (pun somewhat intended) from bounce intermediate to bounce advanced…

Ah, summer! Warmer days, time to unwind, and long-awaited travel plans. The possibilities feel endless! So why does this warm…

Emilie Heathe is my effort to redefine the growing sustainable beauty market with luxury and inclusivity.

Community means everything to me.  It’s a foundational pillar of BANDIER.  Making people feel that there is a place for everyone and being part of a community where you feel free to be yourself is so important to me.

Consistency is more important than grand gestures. A little each day matters more than a lot every once in awhile.

Y’all know April showers bring May flowers, but why is it taking so long for our seeds to sprout?

I find joy in movement by tapping into my inner child. There’s a carefree, playful energy I feel when moving my body that makes me happy!

What if we flipped the script and measured time as a series of small progressions as opposed to the before and after?

Making special connections with like-minded women and nurturing those friendships has made me feel at home through a massive transition in my life.

We’ve heard “love yourself first” more times than we can count and damn if only it was as easy as it was made out to be.

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We see goals as we do movement. Movement is fluid, movement is continuous, movement is ever-changing. 

launching 1/3/2022

Ask us all of your questions, get a tour of the platform, find guidance on where to start and figure out if this is right for you.

What you are experiencing is a perfectly normal sensation, and it’s something that will dissipate with time and continued practice

a four week program | may 2nd – may 30th 2022

our sculpt classes are specifically designed to compliment bounce and each category can help to make your bounce stronger, smoother and, most importantly, more fun.

Take a look at what fellow female founder, mother, craft extraordinaire, and long time client Dorian Walther Fish had to say.

check out what the ness community means to me (trainer and your neighborhood goober, Lil Aronoff)

trainer and human manifestation of sunshine, shaina mcgregor, shares what ness means to her.

How often has your fear of not being good or “good enough” at something held you back from even trying? At the ness, we believe the best time to begin is now.

Reframe that dated “all or nothing” mindset and acknowledge that you need to give less energy in some outlets so that you can give more in other things. As you continue to learn your limits, you’ll also learn to live as the fullest version of yourself.

Let’s talk about stretching. yes, stretching, that old friend you promised you’d grab coffee with, but then life just kept getting in the way. hey that’s okay, but it’s time to shift the narrative.

trainer and bounce bunny, Serena Saari shares what the ness means to her.

a lot of people believe that variety is the spice of life and here at the ness, we couldn’t agree more. we aim for our content to reflect the constant flux of life by providing a plethora of classes that specifically align with what you need, when you need it.

ELASTIC BUNGEE CORD MAINTENANCE if you are participating in regular trampoline classes, the elastic bungee cords are seeing a lot…

actress, mother activist, and recent discoverer of bounce, diana-maria riva’s love letter to the ness gives us all the feels.

The ness offers daily livestream classes so you can join the in person experience from home. Explore the top five reasons to attend a livestream class with the ness.

maybe not the most “glamorous,” but coordination is the building block for all other aspects of fitness

not only an integral part of your mental and physical well-being, but now a staple in your home.

the ness introduces the new HIIT bounce class, pairing high intensity and strength training intervals for those looking for a challenge with less choreography.

because working out encompasses so much more than the physical. at the ness, we believe in challenging your body as well as your mind. our method brings you movement as full and multifaceted as life.

Okay, let’s talk about some real-ness: the power of music. Do I sound looney? Maybe a little, but Eminem said it best when he rapped “you better lose yourself in the music, the moment…”

founder, trainer, and beacon of wisdom colette dong shares what the ness means to her. #myness

founder, trainer, ray of sunshine aly giampolo shares what the ness means to her. #myness

Actress and singer Jenna Ushkowitz share the seven things she wishes she knew before her first bounce classes. Learn tips for your first bounce class experience.

Feeling like you need a kickstart? Has your motivation been lagging lately? First of all, don’t beat yourself up, these…

sometimes taking it back to basics is exactly what we all need. whether you’re brand new to fitness, or a regular who just need to recalibrate with your intentions, the latest digital collection is curated just for you. warm welcome to “simple.”

Learn about the three sculpt moves you can do anywhere and everywhere while traveling without any equipment needed. Don’t let your busy life stop your goals.

if you’re not trying to join the circus with a tightrope act, why does the average person need to work to improve their balance? let’s chat.

learning and memorizing combinations within our method allows you to build strength and endurance, physically, as well as stamina and presence, mentally.

learning to appreciate and love your body is a long, but worthy process (that I am nowhere near the end of) but here are a few thoughts that have helped me on the journey so far.

try repeating these three exercises slowly for one minute each. your pelvic floor will thank you.

can I rebound barefoot or should I wear shoes on a trampoline? our advice, go with sneakers. bring their favorite bounce workout shoes for each class.

there are a number of benefits from spending time on the trampoline.   

incorporating a sculpt class or two throughout your week enables you to have more body awareness and coordination, thus potentially preventing future injury. ultimately, with sculpt, bounce is optimized

trampolines that have elastic cords instead of springs are a better investment for your body, plain and simple.

our beat based trampoline cardio challenges you to lift away and drive your feet back to the trampoline in a downward motion in a variety of positions. this action gives your lymphatic system the push it needs to circulate properly and flush out toxins. 

jefferies ceo and decade long trampoline devotee rich handler shared a list of 7 things he wish he knew before his first bounce.

wondering if you can still get that feel-good bounce in from your home sweet apartment or condo? we all know…