I so glad I found this gym 5 years ago! Grit has a very welcoming environment and fantastic instructors. The classes are diverse and challenging in a great way. This gym provides community to women who want to get fit. read more

The best decision I ever made was joining this gym. I love all the class formats and the amazing and encouraging community! So grateful I found GRIT! read more

The classes offered are amazing and the environment is even better! All the instructors and other people attending the classes are so welcoming, happy to help and make everyone feel comfortable! read more

I've been going to classes at GRIT while I'm temporarily in Dallas to be with a hospitalized family member. It's too hot to exercise outside right now, and it has been great to be able to be active between sitting around a hospital. Everyone is extremely welcoming and friendly, from the staff to the customers. It's very easy to come in as a new person and get a great workout, no fighting for a good spot or weird dynamics. I've tried two of the strength workouts, and they're comparable to Les Mills Body Pump in terms of intensity, sometimes more intense. The pricing is really what drew me to GRIT initially--there are several nearby fitness studios where you could pay $25 or so for a drop-in workout, but GRIT offers 10-day and 3-week options that are wildly affordable. They also offer two free initial classes. This makes it ideal for someone who is traveling or in town temporarily. They massively over-perform for the price. read more

I've been a member here for a month now. I started with a Groupon and about 2 weeks into it, I signed up for a 6-month commitment. The classes are varied and tough, the instructors and front desk staff are welcoming, high energy, and super encouraging. It really is an open and welcoming space and, as someone who really values community in the fitness space, this place is such a breath of fresh air. A nice perk that I haven't seen mentioned in other reviews (for the SMU location, at least) is that there is a full shower in one of the bathrooms. A definite plus. Another thing to note is that there is a fee of $15 if you cancel a reservation less than 4 hours in advance. As annoying as this fee may sound, it's truly been a big accountability factor for me! The afternoon slump hits me hard since I'm at a desk all day, and I've had many post-lunch moments where I just want to cancel but, oops! The 4-hour window has passed ;) Overall, I really like this place. I'm really looking forward to their kickboxing studio too!! read more

Forget Groupon-hoping around from studio to studio, Dallas Grit Fitness is where you need to be. I haven't found anything else like it in Dallas. It's a one-stop shop for fun, high-energy, and muscle burning classes. They offer classes like PiYo, power yoga, kickboxing, hip hop, cardio dance, and body sculpting. Why go to 6 different studios when you can go to one?! I'm not a fan of working out....but the instructors here make it SO. MUCH. FUN. Seriously!! They've got lots of positive energy (not the annoying kind), the perfect amount of sass, and they make the routines challenging enough for you to get a good work out (but not so impossible that you feel like you want to give up). They turn the lights down for all the classes so people don't get all self conscious. Not to mention, with the synchronized neon lights, you feel like you're in a club ready to get your party on. (do people still use that term anymore?) The classes are heavily music driven, which I love because you get that much more into your workout when you're listening to some awesome music. This week is grand opening week and all classes are free, so try it out yourself! After my PiYo class on Monday, my thighs were definitely burning. I tried out the cardio dance class tonight and was still on an energy high when I got home. Loving this studio so much that I've already signed up for monthly memberships! read more

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Initially, I came across GRIT because I was looking for a fun dance class. After trying all their classes (except spin) during my intro month trial, I fell in love with a class called Turbo Kick. It's the perfect workout for those who like cardio kickboxing, working out to a beat (almost like choreo dance), and would rather not stress out about your form (or wear a pair of smelly boxing gloves either). They switch up the routines every few weeks, and it's a pretty unique workout that I haven't ever experienced in NYC, SF, or DC. Also, taking a 30 minute toning/lifting class after is the perfect complement to a 45 minute cardio class. If you want to build muscle, you can, but the instructors also don't make you feel bad if you go lighter with your weights. Someone mentioned 305 Fitness in a review, and I'll say that it's very similar in decor, but since cardio dance isn't GRIT's main focus, it's not quite the same. GRIT reminds me more of Uforia Studios in SF, since they offer a variety of classes. Another thing I was wary about was the sense of community, but it's there, and after awhile you start to recognize the same faces. As a transplant, it's nice to know that I can find community even within a workout studio! Separately, the owner is really inspiring! Ivy league educated female, who graduated from Harvard Business School. Just as you'd expect, her 30 minute HIIT classes are INTENSE! (30 minutes w/ Brittani will get you as sweaty and out of breath as an hour-long class at Barry's.) read more

Omg! I love this gym/studio. I found it on Groupon and fell in love. I haven't been to any other fitness classes that have made me feel so empowered and motivated for the day (I usually go to the morning classes). Speaking of morning classes, they have the best hours for ppl with a tight schedule: ranging from 5:30-7:15am then the classes later in the day around 5pm. I only got a one month membership (wishing I chose the 2 month option) but I'll definitely be back after my membership ends. read more

I only come here once a week for the hip hop class taught by Kortani. This place is a super cute fitness studio that offers a multitude of fitness classes! I highly recommend you give them a try! The only thing I wish I could change about this place is to make the outside advertising a little bit bigger because it's kind of hard to find if you don't know exactly where you're going since it's located right on top of a restaurant/bar. Other than that 5 out of 5 stars HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

***DISCLAIMER: I wrote this review 3 months ago when I was a newbie at Grit. I ended up liking the studio so much, that I actually got certified in group fitness and now teach classes there. Haha! So the below review was NOT a shameless plug (in the words of Sweet Brown: "Ain't nobody got time for that!"). It was just my honest opinion before I ever dreamed of teaching. :) -Updated 6/2016 I typically wait a couple of days before writing a Yelp review, but let me tell you, I just can't help myself right now. Grit Fitness is ON FIRE. I'm a fitness junkie and I'm always looking for new ways to get in shape, so I have tried all sorts of studios in Dallas that I've thoroughly enjoyed so far. However, Grit Fitness is (by far) my new favorite obsession. I saw it on ClassPass a couple of weeks ago, and for some reason, I just knew I was going to love this place. Luckily, I wasn't let down... It was even BETTER than I expected! If you like challenging+engaging workouts with upbeat music, and you are the type of person who dances in front of your mirror all the time (no shame!), then this is the studio for you. I haven't tried the other instructors yet, but Brit is an AWESOME instructor who gets you so excited to be there. Let me just say: Her Turbo Kick class will WHOOP YOUR BOOTY. It is the best cardio class I have done in years! I also stayed for Brit's Flexin' Flow class after Turbo Kick which was fantastic. My A.D.D. goes on overdrive with yoga/pilates type classes, but Flexin' Flow was more upbeat with fun music and disco lights. I mean, we did Warrior poses to Tina Turner, Beyonce and Taylor Swift.... (Drops the mic) In a nutshell, the entire space just puts you in a good mood. The classes are dimly lit with colored lights, and all of the workout beats are beyond sick. I can't wait to go back and try their Dance Cardio and Hip Hop classes (these are the two I've been looking the most forward to since I found out about the studio!). So I guess you could say I'm officially obsessed with GRIT Fitness. You should do yourself a favor and check it out immediately. I mean it when I say: You'll thank me later. ;) read more

Wow. I have attended a handful of hip-hop classes here and love them. The studio is clean and very colorful. The instructors are prompt, professional and SO fun. The hip-hop class on Tuesdays doesn't feel like a workout - but I'm always sore the next day. Kortani always has creative, memorable and exciting routines prepared for us. I haven't tried any of the other classes yet - but they have a diverse and cool lineup. I also love that you can book classes online. Checkout either of the locations of Grit and you won't be disappointed. read more

For my 500th Review.... So I had long known about a place called 305 Fitness out of NYC that I wanted to try and wished was here...low and behold, doing a little search on yelp for "dance cardio" and Grit Fitness was the first thing to pop up. Really enjoyed the owner Britt's story and was excited to try a few introductory classes for the $10 trial week. I tried the hip hop class and the dance cardio classes on back to back days. I could not have had more fun, and I've since bought the 10 class drop in. The hip hop class was less of a work out and more learning dance moves, although my thighs burned for days on one of the moves we practiced. Most of the students (all females) were a wide range of talent/skill level, with only two seemingly pretty good, but everyone was very friendly and encouraging. I've always thought of myself as having good sort of natural/fun moves but not necessarily highly choreographed...only downside was the teacher, who was really great, but had to go back and forth frequently to change/adjust the music, and the space was a little tight. Apparently she's signed a space to move to the design district (which is a bummer from the location but a plus in the increase in space). 305 Fitness was also known for having DJ's at every class. The dance cardio class was my favorite - great cardio workout, nonstop movement, doing a lot of different styles of dance including country, ballet, and hip-hop, with some moments of free style. Teacher was awesome, and she also had the best use of an applewatch I've ever seen, coordinating the music from her watch. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

Do you want to discover muscles you never knew you had? If so, then get your butt into Grit Fitness because you'll be feeling soreness (the good kind!) in these newly discovered muscles the next day. I've taken two different classes so far at Grit (Body Sculpt and Grit HIIT), and both of them kicked my booty. Like "dripping sweat by the end of the workout and sore the next day" kick my booty. In my experience, the 60-minute Body Sculpt class really focused on an all-body workout with fast-paced drills that targeted the legs (lunges, squats, skaters), abs (planks, crunches), arms (curls, thrusters). On the other hand, the 30-minute Grit HIIT class was similar in some of its workouts as the Body Sculpt, but I think it was heavier on leg / thigh and ab drills with an emphasis on giving 120% in 20 second spurts. The shorter breaks for HIIT definitely made it incredibly challenging. Aside from these minor differences, I found that the common denominator in Grit Fitness classes was its attempt at building community. The instructors try to get to know you, and they ask you to introduce yourself to the other participants so it has made it a more supportive workout environment than other studios I have visited. Cubbies are available in the workout studio to store valuables, but try to get to class a little early! Grit Fitness is located in a strip mall off of Ross Avenue, and the parking lot it shares with other businesses is very small so space may be limited (~5-10 spaces). If worst comes to worst, there is a DISD building adjacent to Grit Fitness, and most people are gone after 5PM so that parking lot is relatively empty. read more

I go to a ton of fitness studios throughout Dallas and hands down this one is my favorite studio. I love the how challenging it is but not intimidating, I love the music, the instructor's and all of the positive energy I consume just from taking their class. Grit is a community and the instructors always make you feel so welcome. I wrote a review on Facebook when I first went that I had to do another one on Yelp. When a business impacts my life in a positive way, I feel that I owe it to them to spread the love and share the gift of Grit Fitness! read more

These are the best instructors with the best classes. The studio is small, but class sizes are appropriate, and the facility has everything you need. All instructors are in amazing shape, and are great teachers!! They'll definitely push you. read more

Oh man. I'm not typically a morning person, but if I could start everyday with a Flexin' Flow class I'd start going to bed early and suck it up. If you have a yoga practice and want to incorporate some boot camp aspects to your workout - this is the class for you! It's like a Vinyasa yoga class, but then you'll find yourself in chair pose then doing squats and back into chair...FEEL. THE. BURN. It's so relaxing and invigorating and I'm slightly obsessed. The studio is very clean and nice. My instructor Melissa was lots of fun and very sensitive to those in the class who were more/less advanced, offering inversions and adjustments based on your experience level. Can't wait to go back! read more

Omg I am IN. All IN. After one intro month I am hooked. Listen, these classes are HARD. You are sure to get in shape if you come to these classes. The weights and movements can be scaled up or down accordingly so no one is left out. I leave feeling pretty sore most days and I actually have to be careful not to overdo it lol. The pricing structure is great and the quality of classes more than compensates for a membership. I love how Grit specifically focuses on creating good vibes. As much as I love a hard workout- if the vibes aren't right, I am out. Each person who works here has a great attitude and it is infectious. It is wonderful to have a fitness community in Dallas with women supporting women. It is a totally judgment free space and it feels truly accepting. I can't recommend this place enough. The location is pretty awesome too- it's walkable from the Katy Trail which is a huge bonus. I wish the parking situation was better but everyone is so nice that it's almost unnoticeable. Plenty of lockers, bathrooms, and changing space inside so it's easy to come straight from work and get sweating! I'm so glad I [finally] gave Grit a shot. Join us! read more

I'm a big fan of this studio! I'm pretty out of shape and am just getting back into it and I'm in love with the Dance Club Cardio classes. They're hard, they give me a great cardio workout, and I definitely get that after-workout soreness that lets you know you did real work. The classes are fun and it doesn't feel as onerous as an hour spent with other kinds of exercise because you're just dancing and shaking to fun music! The classes are pretty full, no matter what day of the week I've come, and each instructor has their own flavor and style, so no two classes are the same. They're very inclusive and are there to make you comfortable, so you introduce yourself to the people around you, and they dim the lights to keep you from being self-conscious. I tried the Hip Hop class and it wasn't for me. You learn real choreography and my dance skills just aren't good enough for me to keep up in that class, but maybe I'll try again later when I'm in better shape overall. I haven't tried any of the other classes yet, but Turbo Kick and Powerbelle look really intense so I will have to work my way up to those as well. One HUGE pro to this place is that they're a part of the Studio Hop group of fitness studios, so as a Studio Hop member, I can take Grit classes and mix it up with other studios as well. I am definitely going to do at least one Grit class a week, but I really appreciate the fact that they're flexible and participate in Studio Hop instead of requiring an individual membership only. I'll be back! read more

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LOVE this place!! I did the GRIT HIIT class and it was tough, but Kort was an awesome instructor and everyone was very welcoming. I'll definitely be back to do this class again and can't wait to check out more! read more

Fact: I attended my first GRIT class while experiencing my first hangover in my 28 years of living. I bought a week's trial pass over Labor Day weekend 2015. I didn't know if I can push the start date another week, but I wasn't about to waste the pass, so I went to the most horrendous 7a HIIT class of my life. HIIT is the toughest class they have. It's weightlifting + cardio on steroids. It kills your spirit, and shames your bad decisions. I took frequent breaks because I didn't want the teacher (also the owner, Brit) to know I need to barf. Little did I know, it was the best decision of my life. After a shower and some nutrition, I was a-okay by 10am. From that day forward, I am the biggest Grit Fitness cheerleader that is not a staff member. I talk about Grit to almost everyone in my life - sometimes even multiple times. You'd think I had stock in that company. PROS: 1. They have a variety of classes at several times of the day. I have late hours but I'm able to attend every single class they offer because they spread it out so well. I just actively avoid hip-hop because #twoleftfeet. 2. They do monthly challenges for members. If you do 15 classes a month, you EARN a Grit tank top. You can't buy it - only earn. It sounds dumb but I haven't been able to obtain one so I added it to my New Year's Resolutions, for serious. 3. They start the class by making you introduce yourself to someone you don't know. It humanizes everyone. Instead of thinking "oh snap, that girl is showing me up", you're all "Tracy is ROCKIN' that move - what!!" 4. They charge $15/class for no-shows. You can cancel until the last 15 minutes of class. This is in my pros list because sometimes I am just too damn lazy to get out of bed - then I realize that I'm about to get hit with a fat tax so I get up and go. CONS: 1. You don't realize how out of shape you are until you try a class. CLASSES: 1. HIIT (see above) - Awful, awful class that is also my favorite. In 30 minutes, you experience hate for your instructor, embarrassment for your weakness, and pride for completing such a challenge. 2. Body Sculpt - My second favorite! It's like a slower pace HIIT - an hour long and fully worthwhile. They work every single muscle so plan to sit for the rest of the day after this class. 3. Powerbelle - Seriously barre on crack. You use like 1-2lb weights that you scoff at but HAHAHA I dare you to do this class with 5-8 pounders. 4. Flexin' Flow - Energetic power yoga set to upbeat music and dim lights. During class you feel like you're stretching (which is needed if you do the above classes regularly), but the next morning things hurt that you didn't realize existed. If you're on the fence about trying this place out, I urge you to do so (try Brit's class - her energy is INFECTIOUS). I was almost turned off while doing research because I thought the studio was too expensive, but I am so glad I gave it a shot. The classes max out at ~22 so they can monitor and correct you - and let you know they see you half ass a move without calling you out directly. My favorite part is they use little to no equipment. You learn exercises that you can do in hotel rooms and at home. To me, that is well worth the monthly membership. read more

So far I've taken TurboKick and Body Sculpt here. I love that it's all women, it's much less daunting. Having said that, that doesn't mean the workouts are any less intense. That Body Sculpt class with Brittani? Amazing. read more

No grit, no pearl. This place is amazing. The ladies will inspire you while whipping your booty into shape. Each class is a little different and options run from 30 mins to an hour of body sculpting, HIIT, barre type, cardio dance, yoga, etc. Large variety in class choice with the common theme of positivity and great music come together to leave you feeling stronger both physically and mentally to take on your challenges. Try it---you won't regret it! read more

Awesome awesome awesome studio! All of the staff are the friendliest group I've ever come across in a workout studio! Great energy from all around. True "family" feel that gives an amazing workout every time. Love love read more

I tried out GRIT Fitness with a week pass and took three classes--all were killer. HIIT was intense for my fitness level but I'm glad I tried. Power barre and kickboxing were more up my alley. The ladies who instruct classes and workout at the gym are all so welcoming, kind, encouraging, and supportive. I felt very comfortable working out here, which is super important to me. I was planning on taking advantage of the Fall N2 Fitness program but I procrastinated too long and missed out. I would LOVE to get a year long membership here but the prices are steep for my income. Wish I could! One day... Go to GRIT--it's something you won't regret! read more

I am a sucker for getting bored with the same ole' work outs. I love that this place offers variety, amazing instructors and jammin' music. I have been going for a week and purchased my membership last night. All instructors are so warm and friendly and full of energy. I can't wait to go to class tonight! read more

This is the BEST fitness studio ever in Dallas! Everyone there is so nice and the atmosphere is amazing! No one is pretentious and everyone is supportive! The owner is so sweet and so engaging and even teaches classes and has work shops! I went one time, and was hooked! I've had two other friends sign up since then! Every single instructor introduces themselves to you, and remembers you the next time you take one of their classes. This is all about women empowerment and every time you leave class drenched in sweat feeling amazing. Not only is the atmosphere perfect, the workouts are no joke! They have everything from spin, barre, booty workouts, and more. A lot of their classes are only 30 to 45 minutes, so you can stay for two or if you are on a time crunch you can still get at least one in. I have tried EVERYTHING from pure barre, Zynn 22, Title Boxing, and more. I can without a doubt say this is my new fitness studio home and I can't say one negative thing about it! Congrats to Grit Fitness for making a perfect place to come and get a sweat on! read more

This studio is great! They offer several different types of classes, which I love and it's so hard to find some of those formats anywhere but Life Time or Equinox! The instructors were upbeat and well prepared, and the music selection was on point. And since its a newer studio the class sizes are smaller, which means more room for me to booty shake. read more