“Barefoot Sanctuary's Alvin and Jada have truly been an inspiration to our whole family! It all started with my daughters in circus class learning handstands and cartwheels. What a blast to have Alvin and Jada teach fully-grown kids how to handstand, cartwheel, even trapeze!   Amazingly, I've seen people of all ages do handstands with Alvin's enthusiastic coaching and incredible physical acuity. If you want to stay fit but find regular exercise boring you MUST check out Barefoot Sanctuary.”

Greg Sines

“I started training with Alvin at Barefoot Sanctuary in 2009 with no ability to do a cartwheel, headstand, or forward roll. Fast forward two years and I was performing full time in Las Vegas as a Fire Dancer, Hand Balancer, and Acrobat. His program was my primary training and allowed me to enter the world of professional acrobatics which is more than just about training the body... I conquered so many fears, started a fitness journey that has lasted over a decade, and kept me in the best shape of my life.”

Chris Staefe

“I’ve known Jada for almost 20 years - she’s a special soul - exploding with talent, positive energy, wisdom and fun! Regardless of how I’m feeling, her infectious joyous spirit and her warmth prove irresistible time after time. Her online teaching has brought sunshine and hope into my difficult NYC days.”

Carol Dickman

“I love Barefoot Sanctuary! My kids have had so much fun attending the circus classes. Yoga with Jada is awesome, both challenging and healing. I've also been attending Dance Medicine for over three years - it's where I go to shed my stress and pain; to feel empowered and renewed.”

Kristin Radsmith