Congratulations Ada + Shruti: Doonya Challenge Winners!

May 15, 2013

For the last three months, Doonya NYC and DC have been running a challenge for students looking to get in the best shape of their lives! They committed themselves to a fitness test pre and post challenge, coming to Doonya classes 3-4 times per week, cross-training on their days off, documenting their meals, and documenting… read more>

Doonya Choreography Breakdown: “Balam Pichkari” Preview

May 09, 2013

Everyone on the Doonya staff is OBSESSED with the soundtrack from the upcoming film Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani! One of our favorite songs from the album is "Balam Pichkari!" We could write all the reasons we love it, but why not hear it straight from Kajal and then watch a glimpse of her choreography. read more>

10 Uses for Ghee: The Bollywood Miracle Fat

May 07, 2013

Ghee is to South Asian households what Land O'Lakes is to America. Ghee is butter that has been clarified. What that means is that the butter has been boiled and then simmered until clear-golden and any solids have sunk to the bottom. Things like Ghee, butter, oil, lard, etc have a terrible rep in the… read more>

Doonya Mother’s Day Secret Weapon

May 06, 2013

Flowers, chocolate and breakfast in bed are all great gifts, but the one gift every mom wants is TIME with their kids. Especially on Mother's Day! This year, in addition to the fancy dinner out, try doing something active with your mom. Go for a walk, make something together, or -- do what we love… read more>

Sizzling Summer Savings in DC!

May 02, 2013

It's been an unusually cold spring, but it won't be long before we're all saying "Salaam Namaste" to summer! We're hoping your summer is as fun and as magical as a Bollywood movie! To help you get beach-body ready, Doonya is offering a summer fitness special! For a limited time only, we're offering a DC Summer Fitness Packge… read more>

Bollywood Workout Move: Doonya’s Guitar Step

May 02, 2013

A Doonya favorite step we use in our routines is the "Guitar" step. Not only is the step perfect for your Bollywood rock star moment, it also works your body if you keep your form strong. Make sure that you have your core drawn in and you're leaned forward to maintain a flat back in… read more>

You Won’t Believe It’s Healthy: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Apr 30, 2013

Spring is officially here. In a farewell to winter, we are baking with one of our favorite cold weather staples – pumpkin. We’re creating a healthier version of pumpkin chocolate chip bars by substituting avocado for butter. It may sound strange, but butter and mashed avocado have the same creamy texture, which makes it a… read more>

8 Years of Friendship, Fitness and Fun: Priya + Kajal’s Anniversary

Apr 24, 2013

Happy Anniversary, Priya + Kajal. Love (and posted by), Rohan Eight years ago today, Priya and Kajal met for the first time at a coffee shop in DC. By the end of their java date, they were partners. From teaching in apartment living rooms and students' basements to appearing on Oprah, Dr. Oz and The… read more>

Pre-workout Protein Energy Balls

Apr 18, 2013

A Doonya workout, like any exercise regime takes a lot of energy out of you. To make sure you get the most out of your workout, it's crucial that you plan to fuel your body with the right nutrients. One question we get a lot from our students is: what do we eat before coming… read more>

Bhangra Mania Flashmob May 18!

Apr 18, 2013

Join Doonya and the Asia Heritage Foundation as we take over the nation's capital for one of our favorite traditions: The Flashmob! Saturday May 18, 1:00pm (Call Time 12:30pm) Fiesta Asia Street Fair Pennsylvania Ave NW & 3rd St NW This year's theme is "Bhangra Mania" with a hot routine to Paundah Bhangra, choreographed by our very… read more>