Evanston based Akemi Fitness Method studio offers an efficient mix of core exercises, dance, Pilate's and yoga, inspired by the Lotte Berk Method. Akemi classes uses weights and a ballet barre to tone, sculpt, and lengthen all muscle groups.

Akemi Fitness Method is an alternative way of working out. A ballet barre and weights are used in the akemi barre class to sculpt, shape, and tone your total body. We also offer dance classes for cardiovascular training.

Some of the benefits from an Akemi Fitness Method class includes increased muscular strength and stability, increased endurance and energy level. Improved flexibility, stamina, and reduced waistline.

Co-founder/Owner

Jocelyn Davis has been teaching and dancing for over 15 years. She received her Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree in Dance and Choreography from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Jocelyn started her professional career in New York City where she studied at Broadway Dance Center and Creative Acting Company and toured with the Pepsi Dance Team and numerous modern dance companies. She also began her career in fitness at the Lotte Berk Method studio in New York City.

Jocelyn re-located to Chicago to help open and launch the core fusion program at Exhale. Jocelyn was the lead core fusion teacher and teacher trainer for the Chicago location. Jocelyn was one of the first lululemon ambassadors to help launch the athletic apparel in Chicago. She also helped launched Victoria's Secret new VSX Sport line in Chicago along with Victoria Secret's Supermodel Marissa Miller.

Jocelyn has appeared on CLTV, Fox Chicago, WGN9 and NBC5. She also appeared in Chicago Magazine, Time Out Chicago, Chicago Social Magazine, and Yoga Journal.

Jocelyn participated in the 2009 Cardiology Summer Academy for High School Girls and Beyond in Chicago. Jocelyn led fitness and dance classes for the team of young women and program facilitators.

Currently, Jocelyn teaches at the Fitness Center at Harpo Studios in Chicago. She is also a faculty member for the Oncofertility Saturday Academy/Women's Health Science programs.

Recently, Jocelyn participated in "Grove is in the Heart", "Moving your way to a healthy heart". She led fitness exercises with Dr. Martha Gulati at the Third Annual Women's Cardiovascular Symposium Community Portion.

Jocelyn is a Certified Zumba Instructor and certified in CPR with the American Red Cross and is a member of the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America.

Our quaint and trendy studio is located in Downtown Evanston 2 blocks west of the lake between Chicago and Hinman Ave. We are in the heart of Northwestern University and Kellogg School Of Management.

Akemi Fitness Method is not your typical gym. Our studio is creatively designed with decoratively wood ballet barres. Mirrors are also added to help clients visually see their alignment and form. Akemi Fitness Method is equipped with free weights, organic yoga mats, and exercise props.