I was searching for a place to begin my strength training and fitness journey--somewhere that…read moreoffered more support than a typical chain gym. A few months ago, I started personal training with Eric, and my progress has been incredible. He encouraged me to add in group classes, and while I was initially nervous, the supportive and welcoming community quickly put me at ease. After years of viewing exercise as a chore, I now genuinely look forward to training and classes. BK Society has wholly transformed my mindset, and I can't recommend it enough for anyone, regardless of their fitness level!

The ABSOLUTE best gym, not just on SI but ever. I walked in with my usual extreme amount of gym…read moreanxiety and walked out with an amazing fitness community. Eric and Stella have created an environment that fosters growth, motivation and best of all results!!! Eric is a phenomenal coach, who trains with impeccable knowledge, immense heart and intensity. He cultivates programs that are challenging but rewarding, and works around any physical issues you may have. The results I've seen in just 3 months are a testament to how amazing Bk society is. Not only do I look and feel better, I've been motivated to bring out an inner athlete while surrounded by amazing like minded individuals. Seriously, run, don't walk to their next class!

Hi, I just started 2 months ago and feel great. This is a well organized family oriented gym. You…read moreget a great cardio workout. Each class is strategically run. Our coaches are wonderful people, but don't think they're soft because you will be pushed to your limits, with proper care of course. Also, you and your children can enjoy a great workout. Not to mention you will have so much fun while burning those calories. Learning to Box is amazing, even for people of my age. Lol, nor telling. Jay, Vinny and Jessica are great coaches. I truly feel loved by my new family @ NY Finest Fitness. You and your family should come check it out.

The best gym ever ! The crew really is like a family. The class are always so productive !! The…read morecoaches always target the crews workout needs. Definitely worth the workout everytime I'm there !

I've been going to this gym now for about 2 years. They offer great high intensity weight training…read more& cardio classes! (also have yoga, boxing, & spin classes I've yet to try). The staff care more about getting you to workout than enforcing strict cancellation/sign up policies, or squeezing you for pennies (the only strict sign up/cancellation I've heard about is for spin classes). You won't get unbearable unlimited texts & calls from them or hard sales pitches like the new workout chain that recently opened in Bay Ridge, good god! You can pay-per-class, and at $25 it's a pretty good deal! But I have an unlimited membership. Here are my suggestions: - Beginners: take Anthony or Daniel. Super helpful & approachable. If you're feeling intimidated, do Saturday @ 10:30am with Daniel. The time & day make it a smaller class. Or Anthony Tuesday @4pm. - Toning w a cardio focus: Total Body class with Anthony, Aiden, or Daniel. (Bernie will fill in, & she's also great). - Muscle building focus: Bernie has THE BEST straight forward weight lifting classes. Especially Arms. She doesn't add tons of cardio. - Booty toning: Aiden's class is legit cheeks on fire. - Weight loss / cardio / fat burn: Jose's classes. He's a really great motivator. His style is much more boot camp drill sergeant. He's doing it so you don't quit! If I could add anything: I'd love an exclusive Ab Only class! Slow, focused ab/deep core the entire time. ESPECIALLY upstairs with the gym equipment (cable machine, captains chair, roman chair, pull up, etc) used for each station, with the remaining people doing ab floor work as we rotate. No cardio. I just want to murder my abs! They also plan special events. They recently held a unique class with a drummer playing live hip hop / dance music with the lights low. I really loved that class! Push past any intimidation or fear & you'll do great. We're all just getting in a good workout. You've got this!

You get fit fast in all programs As needed am pm 7 days of…read morethe week. 52 days of the year it comes fast...

Just signed up and it's pure joy to go to Alana Life & Fitness and work with their fitness coach…read more By far, this is the most inclusive gym I've ever been to. Female only, all body types, all faiths, all lifestyles. I felt immediately welcomed and at ease. A Bay Ridge gem.

I just recently joined this gym because I needed have more of fat-burn exercises. Their Zumba…read moreclasses are great! Just wish they had more Zumba classes. Anyhow, they are doing amazing Black Friday sale, you should get this deal!

Excited, nervous, scared - ALL THE FEELINGS before taking Beginners Aerial Yoga with Jenn…read more I purchased a one class session on the MINDBODY app was was instantly able to book a class. The studio is very clean and has a waiting area where you can leave your shoes and belongings in a cubby. Jenn is absolutely amazing. She is so knowledgeable, patient and made me feel so comfortable, especially since it was my first time trying aerial yoga. Also - her playlist was amazing - which is important for a good workout. If you are looking for a killer workout that is so much fun and doesn't feel like you're working out, I would highly recommend taking one of her classes. I will definitely be back soon.

I've had it up to here with this place. I had purchased a 5-class aerial yoga package which I was…read moretold "had no expiration date". At the time they were using Mind/Body Connect and when I checked my account online, there was indeed an expiration date. Unfortunately, due to classes that had no available spots and then the classes being CANCELED due to equipment maintenance, I was unable to use the rest of the package before it expired. If you're trying to get a hold of someone at this place, don't hold your breath. You'll need to call and email at least 3-5 times, or update your review and reduce stars for them to get back to you. (I know because I updated mine a couple of months ago and after that, someone got back to me. They never mentioned the updated review but I decided to be kind and remove it, leaving my original 5 stars.) I was assured I could use the remainder of my classes but I couldn't book online because their darn system didn't recognize my package as valid. Then once the equipment was finally back, they changed the schedule so I had a hard time securing a spot again. I was again assured I could use my package but no one answers or responds to calls! So tonight, I came in good faith hoping that someone bothered to check voicemail and email. I guess not though, because the door was locked, lights out. Total waste of my time. At this point I just want a refund and be done with this place! It's a shame because I enjoyed the classes, but it's just not worth the trouble. Regardless of the outcome this time around, I won't be deleting my updated review, like I did the last time once they finally got back to me. There's little they can do to rectify this situation and change my mind about their care and concern for their customers.

This place is awesome! I was a little intimated when I…read morefirst walked in since I've been out of the gym for so long. I ended up taking a class with Joe and I'm definitely coming back.

This gym is amazing. The owners are awesome. They're always sticking around to help out. Coach Joe…read moreis the sh**. Classes are intense and informative. Kills me but it keeps me coming back

There are some great things about this gym and some negative. The staff for the most part is really…read morenice and helpful. They are always nice at the desk welcoming you with a hello and saying goodbye when leaving. The cleaning crew are always cleaning and the place is spotless. You always have cleaning wipes to clean down machines. There is rarely dust anywhere and the bathrooms are always clean. There is a large parking lot but it does get filled up quickly so give yourself ample time to look for a spot. There is brand new equipment as of the beginning of 2025 so you are basically working on everything New. The price of this gym is expensive. if you just use the gym area you are paying for the whole gym. Pool, and other amenities and such. This is though I think the best gym so far I would say on the island for the money. Nice people working here , nice clientele, clean atmosphere. It does get crowded at times but tell me what gym doesn't.

If you are a woman be prepared there will be male workers coming into the locker room or even the…read moreshower room unannounced. I witnessed it twice. Even a YMCA staff escorted those maintenance workers into the women's locker room and shower room the Y staffs would not make sure everyone aware of it. I personally don't feel secure in this environment. I understand things broken and need repairing. It's impossible to closed down the entire locker room for just maintenance purposes. But the management should do a better job on this. I don't blame those maintenance workers. It is 100% responsibility of the YMCA management to pretect their members. They should have trained their staffs better to make sure everyone aware of the situation. No one wants to experience surprises like this. ***Updates: Thanks for writing back. Here is more information about both incidents as requested. Look forward to seeing any improvement. The first incident happened sometime last year. Once I walked out of the shower room I heard some men talking in the sauna room. I quickly ran back in the shower room and told the cleaning lady what happened. Then she talked to the YMCA female staff who accompanied the maintenance workers. She then walked them outside and asked me to finish changing in one of the stalls in the locker area so the workers can continue the repairing. I was not notified by any staffs about the situation when I was in the shower. The second incident just happened couple weeks ago 9/26. When I entered the shower room from the pool I saw a YMCA female staff standing in the hallway and sipping ice coffee. I saw one of the shower stalls occupied at that time. As soon as I entered one of the shower stalls I heard a man voice. He was supposed to check which showers were broken. I was not being notified when I walked in the shower room even the staff saw me.

Mind & Body Pilates is a game changer for anybody who wants to feel amazing in their own skin…read more Yoomi is an amazing instructor and challenges me to push past my physical boundaries while also being mindful of my limitations. Yoomi always spends the first few minutes of the session assessing your body and finding areas that are imbalanced. This is pivotal not only for having great form during the session, but also helps build your awareness in your day to day life and enhances the quality of life as you age. Throughout our sessions, Yoomi guides me through each exercise and ensures that I am working out in proper form. After each set, she makes sure that you stretch and shake off your muscles in order to avoid cramping and enhance recovery. By the end, I always feel sore and filled pride that I made it through another an intense hour of Pilates. Every. Single. Time. Yoomi makes me feel extremely comfortable throughout our session, which is a pivotal quality for an instructor, in my opinion, because, like most people, I feel insecure about my body. If you're like me, and you're a little shy, book an appointment right now! You won't regret it. In fact, I recommended her to my friend, W, and we agreed that Yoomi is probably the best Pilates instructor in NYC. I highly recommend Mind & Body Pilates. 100%

Yoo Mi is an extremely detailed and careful instructor. She tailors the workout to each individual…read moreand ensures you have the correct form during every move. I came here just with the intention of trying out Pilates but this is more than just Pilates. After taking several classes I feel like my posture has become much better and my back pain from incorrect sitting has reduced significantly. Highly recommend her! The studio is also very clean and cozy which is a plus.