I started attending beginner belly dance classes at Hip Circle a few years ago. I have struggled with being in my body most of my life. I found that the process of learning dance helped me to get into my body and learn how to enjoy dancing. Malik is patient, kind, and immensely knowledgeable. I started taking yoga classes at the studio as well and found those deeply satisfying. When Malik offered the Tiny Changes 100 day course, I took it in 2017, and I can quite honestly say it changed my life.I was lucky enough to see the transformation into the Hip Circle Empowerment Center and I believe in their mission. Malik has many talents, including developing an excellent team around her to accomplish the mission and vision of the Center. I moved out of state in 2018 and I miss it greatly, but am so happy they offer many of their courses online.

Love it!

I started going to Hip Circle nearly four years ago The community here is welcoming and fun and the offerings are so diverse...everything from small group exercise classes like kickboxing and pilates to yoga workshops, co-working and networking for entrepreneurs. Its locally-owned and focuses on empowering women through well-being and fitness. You should try it!

Love it. Good for women and femme people of all fitness levels. Super welcoming. Super supportive. Great community.

This place is great. Its small so you get a lot of personal focus. Malik makes everyone feel welcome, and at the end of each month she throws a resolution fitness party for everyone who attended at least five classes. I havent been for a month or two because Im crazy with school, but if youre looking for a cozy studio with a lot of variety, this place is it!

Hip Circle Studio is more than a dance and fitness studio -- its a revolution. The classes are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are welcoming of every person, wherever they are in their health and fitness journey. Malik brings her deep commitment to empowering women and girls, and to the Evanston community to everything she does.

Ive been taking classes at Hip Circle Studio since June of 2014. I normally do curvy yoga with Elizabeth and Pilates with Malik. Its fantastic to work out in such a safe and supportive environment. The women there are great too, everyone is fun and positive. I was able to get a private Pilates session with Malik recently, and it was amazing! The individual attention was really helpful, I know that I will get more out of my regular Pilates class now. I would definitely do a private session again.