Called ahead because the Boston Marathon had the entire area shut down. They said they'd "wait two…read moreminutes", then locked me out anyway at two minutes. Didn't answer the door or phone. Petty, inflexible, and honestly embarrassing behavior from a studio that isn't even a high end studio. It's not discipline, it's a desperate power trip. They'd rather shut the door in a paying client's face than use basic judgment. The instructor was Emma Cammer so not sure if she's to blame or the studio itself

Now officially in the 250 club! I've been waiting for this day for a long time, especially because…read moreI lost one of my 100 club sock. PB was great to adapt to Covid, from reducing class size early on to quickly offering livestream classes. They initially offered livestream class through Facebook, and then set up its own website for recorded sessions. I've enjoyed the flexibility with livestream, especially I could take classes with instructors who I don't normally get a chance to! While I have been comfortable taking livestream sessions since Covid, it's only because I had plenty of in-studio experience, especially with modifications. I'd recommend anyone who is comfortable with going to studio take it in-person as opposed to virtual. The only thing is I wish the livestream is offered through Zoom. I talked to the instructors and inquired about Zoom as an option. However, because the class is so music driven, it's hard to get the correct microphone feedback over Zoom. The Boston studio is also located on the second floor of a building, slightly more tucked away than the Harvard Square location. It has two individual bathrooms and one changing room. Plenty of locker space and equipment for all. Before the pandemic, I've been here a bunch of times since you can take classes either at the harvard location or here. Now, you can take classes from any of the three locations: Brookline, Boston, or Harvard Square. Different instructors have different styles, and it will take you some time to find what's best for you. Angela is definitely popular here. I took two classes with Fiona, and loved her! I love Amanda, and am glad she is here temporarily for this summer! If you are brand new to barre, it will take you at least a week or so to fully adapt to its rhythms. The good news is they offer free Foundations class for new members, or you can always check out the intro class on YouTube to get a better idea on what to expect. The membership is not cheap, but comparable to other professionally owned gym or barre studios. They have membership sale from time to time (e.g., new membership for $99 for 3 months or 20% off of lifestyle membership), so definitely keep an eye on its marketing emails or social media and take advantage of that. I'd also recommend check with your work or insurance to see if you can get any partial reimbursement on fitness membership. Some other tips: 1. There is a 4-hour cancellation window, after that you will have to pay a late cancellation fee. If you are unsure of your schedule, you can always sign up at the last minute (if there is still room for the class). Also, be sure you are early or on time. Typically, you may be turned away if you are more than 5 - 7 minutes late for class, for safety reasons. 2. While some poses are hard, don't be afraid to modify them. Personally, I find myself better off without the weights for the weight section from time to time just to get the form right. Form over heavy lifting, as always. 3. Wear long pants! For top, I see a variety of sports bras or tank tops. While shorts are allowed, it is not recommended. Better with capri or 7/8 or full pants. Also, you can wear regular socks, but may find plank or other positions challenging. Most people have Pure Barre sticky socks (which I think is now $18 a pair). You can buy sticky socks on Amazon for a cheaper price.

The most fun class ever! The music is amazing. Instructors are kind. A harder location to find but…read morethey give pretty good instructions. This is the ultimate vibe class. I do so many barre classes and always miss the cardio and this gives it all too me. Very girly pop fun

Such a fun, unique workout. I took Bounce & Barre, and this was my first time taking a trampoline…read moreclass. The barre portion was surprisingly difficult even if for shorter amounts of time. Our instructor executed the class flawlessly, was audible the whole class, engaged with us throughout the class, and she seemed to be enjoying herself the whole time too! If you're looking for a workout that doesn't feel like a workout, this is it! I came with a friend and would love to bring other friends too! The building is old but the space feels great.

The class was awesome! Challenging in a way that really pushed me. I wish there were showers, but…read moreotherwise the studio was nice and clean!

Took class here on my travel pass this week with Lydia. The class was practically empty through no…read morefault of Lydia's/the studio's. I will say the studio itself is in kinda weird location and it wasn't the most pleasant walk, but that's where my complaints end. Lydia was so nice and was a great instructor. Her choice of music was bomb and she did an excellent job with hands on corrections for newer students. She made sure that everyone had the correct form as opposed to just calling out instructions. The studio itself is gorgeous - personally I prefer the ones that have two rows of megaformers which this one does. The machines were in great condition (granted this is a newer studio). I woke up the next morning so sore, which is a good indicator to me of a challenging class. Obviously not local to the Boston area but if I were I'd be happy with this as my home studio.

I have been really enjoying my time at CorePower!…read more Now having completed 15 classes, I can say I am totally hooked. I started going by using my Class Pass and only found myself wanting to use my credits here. Then I tried out the free week trial through CorePower directly and loved it. I didn't wanna take a rest day! I will say you need to be careful because I didn't realize I had booked an eighth class and it didn't notify me that the free trial was over. Once I attended, I was charged $35. I was reached out to by a staff member via email and then got a discounted first month of unlimited classes. I am excited to continue this journey! Here's what stands out to me: The instructors are all so friendly and cultivate such a warm, welcoming environment. There is an infectious energy in the studio that makes you want to chat with your neighbor. The studio feels spacious for the amount of people that can be packed in there. It is always so clean!! Even the mirrors. Also, the LEDs are a fun addition. The locker room, although tight at times, is maintained impeccably. Always clean and stocked with amenities. I love that they always have spray deodorant and tampons! It's hard to feel clean when taking the classes and having several stocked showers is great. I am getting stronger and feel great! Even in little ways I am seeing great process that makes me want to stick with this for a while. To be continued!

Somewhere between a 3 and a 4 for CPY Comm Ave. I really enjoyed the C1 class I took with Neha, who…read moreprovided plenty of modifications and encouragement. Since it was a smaller class, we got some personalized guidance for chatarunga and crow. Chatarunga is one of those poses that looks so easy and flawless when someone does it correctly but it's super tricky to get right yourself. So I appreciated the step-by-step demo. The only nit has to do with the playlist - it was a wide mix of different genres and didn't, IMO, really match the flow. Oh, but some drama. Not sure what happened exactly but the girl next to me left about ten minutes in. It's not exactly a slow sequence so maybe that was what turned her off but C1 is technically the fundamentals class and it's really only going to get harder from here (as someone who plodded through C2 recently). In any event, the shuffling next to me was a tad distracting. The studio was nice and roomy, loved the windows that let in some light on a rainy afternoon. My complaint has to do with the lockers. First - the funky cheesy feet smell scale was off the charts. 100000/10. Second, the lockers looked like they hadn't been cleaned in a while: lots of hair, dust, what looked like cracker crumbs (??) in one. I'm not super squeamish about this sort of thing but CPY is not cheap and the facilities could be a lot cleaner for the price point. Parking: metered street options right in front. Front desk is very nice and welcoming.

I tried two classes at Studio78 -- the Studio78 Class and Strength 78 -- and both were fantastic!…read moreIn just 45 minutes, they delivered such an efficient, challenging workout. The K Street location is gorgeous and having free parking is a huge bonus. I really appreciate that they offer both heated and non-heated classes, so there's something for everyone. During my first visit, the staff member gave me a thorough rundown of the studio and explained that all the props I'd need were already set up at my mat -- such a nice touch. I also love that they provide bala bangles and mats, and that spots are pre-assigned to keep things organized. I can't wait to try more classes!

studio78 was an AMAZING experience! this is a woman owned workout class gym that offers strength,…read morepilates, cardio, and more. i went with classpass's 1 month free trial so i was able to get a spot in kim v's class. i've been trying out different classes around boston and so far studio78 has been my favorite! it is tucked away off of elkins st in south boston so it is probably best to drive to the location (ample parking around). bring a water bottle and a mat towel (i brought a beach towel). they provide all other equipment. it is on the 4th floor as well so walk up stairs or wait for the elevator. the studio is clean, well organized, and the staff is very friendly. every little station is set up! they gave me a little postcard thanking me for coming which i thought was super sweet. they will assign you a spot as well. they also have a bevi machine if you want to fill up your water bottle. the class itself was great! i did a STRENGTH78 class and for a 45 minute workout it focused on abs, lower body, and upper body. definitely some movements i will be incorporating for mat work next time i am in the gym! i will definitely be considering joining full time :)

I checked out Rev'd for the first time with a couple of friends and overall we had a pretty good…read moreexperience. We were all different levels of cycling experience, from my friend who was an absolute beginner, to experienced and regular cyclers like me and my friend. First, the location of this is nice in Back Bay and by Newbury street, however finding the actual studio is kind of tricky. It's tucked behind a Caffe Nero so if you go up the escaladers, make a left into Caffe Nero and then pretend to keep turning and heading towards the back (so make a full a U-turn) and you'll find the studio. The studio has lockers to store your stuff in, but you may have to wait for the class ahead of you to finish as it's pretty limited and also the hallway is tight to hang out at. To keep it simple, for those who want a solid cycling workout, Rev'd definitely will give that to you. We had a solid 45-minute class that you can really make what you want out of from an intensity standpoint. During the class, you're assigned a bike, which as a first time guest, I wasn't able to change. That was kind of annoying since my friends and I couldn't actually be near each other during the class. You also will need to have clip-in bike shoes, but if you don't they rent them for $3 at the front, so keep that in mind if you plan on regularly participating in cycling classes. The class itself is LOUD, so if you're sensitive to noise or just want to protect your hearing, grab earplugs at the front desk for the class. Our class also utilized the "light wall" in the back that reflects off the mirror at the front of class. Because of this, the instructor plays a lot with the lighting. If you're sensitive to lights on/off and flashing lights like at a concert, this studio may not be for you. It was definitely a lot of effects, but made for an interesting experience. For people who don't like cycling for the movement or exercise, I could at least see why showing up just to enjoy the pseudo-concert experience might be a nice alternative. From an overall community perspective, I think they do more than a typical studio to celebrate it's "team" such as give out little certificates to new comers when they check in to congratulate them on their first ride, and celebrating people hitting milestone rides or having birthdays. I actually really appreciated that aspect of the community. Outside of that, the instructor in my case didn't actually come up to new riders to help get them situated and set up the bike, which I personally don't like from the perspective of helping new riders feel comfortable and confident taking one of the classes. I ended up helping my friend and a few people around me adjust their bike and clip in. So just a tip for those who are new to cycling. If you need help, definitely make it clear to the instructor that you would like their assistance, because it probably won't come otherwise.

Rev'd is a great studio for people who like consistency and community in their workouts…read more I personally didn't have the best experience as a first time client. The instructor started the class and turned off the lights the second he walked in the door which didn't give me a chance to figure out how to clip into the bike. I couldn't figure it out for the first 10 minutes since the room was pitch black which meant I only rode for 35/34 mins. The music was really cringey and sounded like royalty free which I didn't love. The choreography is very repetitive which bored me as a dancer, but is definitely preferred by many people. The studio is pretty hard to find since it's not well marked on google as being in a mall and you're not let into class if you're more than a minute late which I didn't realize before going, however I was able to wait for the next class. an hour later so I still got to workout. The staff are all super nice and the people who come to these classes are all regulars which creates a nice vibe for someone looking to find workout buddies. Don't let my opinions stop you from trying this studio - its a great studio for many people it's just not my vibe.

This is a review of my first time trying out a Barry's class. The ambiance of this studio is…read morehonestly one of a kind. It was probably one of the most energizing and luxurious fitness class I have tried thus far, and I've tried maybe a dozen in Boston through Class Pass. Definitely pricey but you pay for the ambiance. I'm glad I got to try the Full Body strength class since it had a good mix of everything. Arrive early to use the massage guns. The treadmills were actually quite nice and comfortable, and the floor exercises were pretty standard and targeted the arms, legs, and core. The instructor Mike was excellent - he explained the exercises clearly, gave attention to each of us individually at some point, and overall really pushed everyone hard. It was a bit crowded in the class, but not as bad as some other classes I have been to -- the worst was the women's locker room in which it was impractical to have 15 people in a small room and only one bench. Maybe it's not as much an issue for the men's locker room. Other than that, I enjoyed the class a lot and will be sore the next few days!

The studio is beautiful and the class was great. I absolutely love Barry's and have taken classes…read moreall over the country. This is the first time I've ever rated less than 5 stars due to the less than welcoming front desk. What I love about Barry's is that it is BOTH an awesome workout AND shockingly friendly and welcoming. That has been my experience from DC, Philly, Santa Monica etc. Unfortunately, I've got to agree with other reviewers that the front desk welcome was, well, less than welcoming. I didn't love the experience for me, but it particularly saddened me when I saw the same lack of warmth and welcome play out for two first timers. I wondered if I had had that experience for my first class, if I would have ever come back. In fairness was, there were two folks working the 5 am 7.17 am desk and the woman with glasses was much, much friendlier. It was also 5 am! Here's hoping they improve this one element. I will try again next time I'm in Boston.

This place was great! I really like my hair dresser, the shop and environment!…read moreThe shop is clean and the pricing is really good for such a great experience.

studio 617's trainers are knowledgeable and have helped me regain strength, confidence and agility!…read more highly recommend them to help you attain your fitness goals!