BYO Fitness offers an excellent fitness boot camp. I attend the Lakewood location, but also join…read morethe West Village location when I need a make-up session. Alex and Kelli are fun, inspirational, encouraging and serious fitness coaches. I began working with them a little over a year ago and have seen major changes physically and mentally. While I am the one lifting the weights and running the drills they create, I attribute a big part of my fitness success to their program. The Lakewood workouts are early (5:45 a.m.), but I look forward to them and if I miss one, my whole day suffers. The workouts are different, well-rounded and challenging each session. If you need to get fit or out of your current fitness rut, I highly encourage you to get out of bed and join the group. While many of us have been coming for a year or more, we always welcome new people to join us.

From the owner: BYO-Fitness is not just another boot camp. We are outdoor fitness solutions for real people. We…read moreare passionate about finding workout solutions for every situation: whether you are "hard-core," working through an injury, planning or recovering from a pregnancy, if you travel, or when you simply cannot find the time to workout, we have a workout for you. It's not just a boot camp, it's a community fitness initiative. Our workouts include boot camp exercises you already know, many you don't, kickboxing, barre, Pilates... the list goes on and on. We are involved in regular 5k races with our BYO-Fitness team (for both walkers and runners) and participate in various charity events throughout the year. Our Lakewood location has been open for 2 years, and with our 2nd year anniversary, we have opened a second location in West Village at 3966 McKinney Ave. Please visit our BYO Fitness - West Village page also on Yelp.

Update: PLEASE see the attached pictures. After my review I received a message from the owner…read moreTurner. He did not address my concerns instead he insulted me and called me a "hater". Yes you read correctly...a legitimate business owner called a customer a "hater" bc I didn't give him a 5 star review. Now I see why his staff was so unprofessional. I wouldn't believe the level of unprofessionalism had I not seen it with my own two eyes. I believe in spending my money where I know the staff can conduct business professionally. Once you take a look at the messages please ask yourself if this the kind of establishment you want to spend your money at?

I attended the 30 minute class from class pass and it was pretty good. The staff was super nice and…read moregreeted me when I walked through the door. Since it was my first visit the owner showed me around and explained how the class would go once it started. The gym is pretty small but they utilize the space really well. The workout was tough but effective and the trainer was engaged and coached on proper form and was motivating. I would go back but not for the 10 credits on class pass that it cost. It wasn't worth that much to me but I suggest you go check it out for yourself and be your own judge.

The gym is beautiful and the training staff is amazing.... However, the owner, Taylor, is extremely…read moreunprofessional, shady, and disrespectful. I signed up for personal training at what I understood was a flat rate. After learning about additional charges that were never explained to me when I signed up (80 dollar initial scan fee, 50 dollars a month for inbody scan, 3% processing charge, 80 dollar gym membership) I was very alarmed. I thought I was signing up for a flat rate of 640, but with the additional charges it ended up being 800 dollars a month - none of this was outlined in the contract I signed. When I asked him to send me the contract so I could verify the fees are not in the contract, he refused and said it was all explained verbally to me (which is 100% a lie and if it were true, it's unethical to charge customers based on 'verbal' agreements). He ended up not charging me for two months of the gym - which if it would have ended there I would have been completely fine and not feel the need to write this. I decided to complete my 3 month contract and after that I would not be able to financially support 800 a month and would no longer be signing up for additional months. When I informed Taylor I would be cancelling I received an e-mail with a notice of my cancellation and in the notes "Has been a pain in the a** since day 1" when I confronted him about this he said "oh it's just a jovial joke, you know", didn't apologize! and went on to belittle me saying I am the problem and he never has issues like this. I have never felt so disrespected and talked down to in my entire life. All I was trying to do was understand additional charges that were not in my contract nor communicated to me and instead of realizing there is a gap in his business model he shifts the blame to me "I've never had this problem with anyone but you". Just so disrespectful, I am extremely appalled. I would never ever recommend anyone doing business with Taylor. This is not how you treat someone paying you 800 dollars a month. And to anyone from the gym who is going to respond to this.... it isn't about the money, it's about being ethical with your contracts and how you treated me. Five stars for the gym, equipment, and my amazing trainer. Zero stars for the way they treat their customers.

Almost an entire two months of training two times a week with Nevenka and... I think it's safe to…read moresay she "understood the assignment" when I asked to be quadzilla and build a shelf! I won't lie I had a good foundation to start but I promise you this woman deserves so much credit. (Sorry for the PF photo I go there too sometimes since it's closer to my job). I'm getting everything I wanted from my training and I'm so excited to see more progress. Y'all remember to lift heavy and eat greedy!!!

I love Orange Theory Lakewood! All of the coaches are great and really make the workouts work for…read morewhatever fitness level you're at. They always give modifications if you need them, but you can also push yourself as much as you want. The front desk staff is always so friendly and helpful too. It's easy to get to, parking is easy, and I genuinely enjoy being there. I really love everything about this gym and honestly don't know what I'd do without it at this point. It's such a big part of my routine and I highly recommend it!

As a self-proclaimed gym rat who enjoys training in multiple settings (group classes, personal…read moretrainers and on my own); Orangetheory Fitness is what I consider 'exercise heaven'. For me it's like working out with a personal trainer in a group setting. Orangetheory Fitness has been a part of my workout routine for the last ~5 years. I've been coming to this location since ~March 2024 and I am a huge fan of it. An Orangetheory workout is based on the five heart rate training zones with the goal being to spend at least 12 minutes in the Zone 4 (Orange) to ensure the best caloric burn. Each workout consists of time on the treadmill, rower and strength training. On top of these workouts, Orangetheory also offers a 'strength and resistance training' workout that involves very little cardio. On the flip side, they also offer a cardio only workout. Regardless of the workout chosen, it will be challenging and there will be a variety as the the workout changes daily. Note, it's okay if running is not your thing as there is a power walk option on the treadmill. And if that's not an option for you, there is also a bike and a strider available for use. In addition to the level of difficulty (i.e. the challenge) the key focus of an OTF workout are the heart-rate zones with goal being to spend 12 minutes or more in Zone 4 (uncomfortable) and Zone 5 (all-out effort) as one can. If you're like me and want to see how you're doing, OTF has several types of wearables that monitor heart-rate along with displaying your results on the screens inside the exercise room. While these are not required they are another tool to help manage progress. In the end, as the coaches remind us, while those zones are key the goal is to feel like you were challenged by the workout. Speaking of the coaches, the coaches at this location (hey Chantel, Carlee, Carly, Efren) are very friendly and super supportive. In each class, it's possible to have participants working on the treadmill, the rowers, and strength training all at the same time. As a coach, they must manage instructions for each group which I'm sure can be challenging. Add to that, if someone is new to Orangetheory (or even new to exercising), they require a little extra time and the coaching team here does an excellent job of managing it all. The coaches do an excellent job of creating a sense of community and do their best to get to know people on an individual level. They encourage you to do your best and when necessary challenge you to do more (they can tell when you're not giving it 100%). I appreciate that they give a lot of attention to form and ensuring exercises are performed correctly. This is often overlooked but is extremely important as it prevents injuries. And if that wasn't enough, they do an awesome job of keeping the workouts fun. Yes, I said it, FUN!!!! I cannot leave out the front desk staff; they are always very welcoming and do a great job of answering questions, assisting people with their accounts, providing wrist bands or chest straps and just overall handling the daily operations. A big kudos to them as they are the glue that makes this work. They do what they do which allows the coaches to focus on what they enjoy. Lastly, this location is well maintained. The exercise room is clean, and the equipment is always in in proper working order. There are also a couple of showers which are convenient if one wants to work out before the workday or during the lunch hour. If you're looking to energize your exercise routine (or start one), I highly recommend checking out this Orangetheory Fitness. The team will welcome you in with open arms and have you working up a sweat in no time. Be prepared to work hard and have fun doing it.

About: Founded by Jasmine Kwon Zutter and Paige Martindell ,…read moreClass Studios offers a diverse range of practices, including Train, Tread, Sculpt, Flow, and Restore. Their classes span from high-intensity TRAIN45 sessions to restorative STRETCH + SOUND45 classes. Class Studios has designed tailored packages for those who trust them with their wellness needs. With backgrounds in teaching, photography, and fitness, Jasmine and Paige have successfully created a unique offering in the wellness space. Class was definitely in session as attendees celebrated Class Studios' 8th anniversary. Guests enjoyed music by Eddie Adesodun , participated in raffles, and indulged in hydration options and savory bites. The day was unforgettable, beautifully captured by Jalen Terry. It was a birthday party to remember, and here's to another year ahead! Things We Liked: -Burgers @TheHamburgerManDFW (IG) -Beer Manhattan Project Beer Company -Mezcal Cocktails - @DrinkRacho (IG) -Photo Booth - MOTUS BOOTH Location: 2801 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75204, United States S/O to Jalen Terry , Paige Martindell, and the Class Studios team for their hard work on a wonderful celebration! See for yourself! Follow @Class_Studios on IG for tasty offerings and updates!

I think we all know how great Class Studios is, it's a Dallas classic. Amazing instructors with fun…read moreand challenging classes. The space is beautiful as well, I know they recently renovated, so I can't wait to see how it looks in person.

I have been taking Pilates classes for close to a year off and on. I frequent a place in Lakewood…read morewhere I feel like I'm mostly on my game there. Now in walks Bodybar Pilates and I feel like Mr. Pilates is on drugs. This ish is more challenging than what I'm used to. Oof! I sighed up for the free introductory class and attended one night after work. The process to check in was easy and the young girls working gave me the lowdown on the place and sent me off to workout. I did the classic Pilates class with Diane. She knew I was a newbie so she showed me how to adjust the reformer and tips for the class and she checked on me often to see if I was hanging in. The workout was pretty fast paced and I hung for most of it and took small breaks when needed. I haven't had a good workout like that in a long time. Flash forward to a month later and I am a member. Surprisingly this uptown location is cheaper than my place in Lakewood. You can book all your classes on the app. I haven't tried anything other than the classic, but will definitely branch out. There is free parking in the parking garage to the left of Pilates. Pay attention or you'll miss it. It's confusing too because there is an apartment attached to the garage so you may get stuck on a floor where you'll end up walking up a ramp. That would only happen to me I'm sure though. Otherwise find street parking! When you walk in you will check in to class on the iPad. Then set your belongings in the cubbies. Bring your grip socks and be prepared to crush it (at your own speed) for 50 minutes.

Just finished an introductory reformer class at Body Bar and it was excellent! Probably the best…read morePilates class I've had in the metro so far. Instructor was clear, helpful, gave plenty of modifications and kept up a good pace throughout. She worked abs, upper body and lower body in a quick 60minutes and I feel awesome. Would definitely be a regular if I lived closer to this studio.

I got a free class for my birthday and I took advantage! It was easy to sign up online. My best…read morefriend comes here so we decided this would be my birthday event to get to hang out together. From minor one to the end it was constant movement. I do like switching between treadmill and weights. I run a lot, so the treadmill was great and felt so good. The weights part was sssoooo good! I never do weight workouts, and this one got me! It's the best kind of pain! My muscles were sore for the next two days, which is exactly what I want in a workout. I like that the lights are red in the classroom, but I will say the music was deafening loud, I had to cover my ears at one point. Next time I know to just bring my loops. I am not a member, but do plan on coming back in the future! Thank you for the birthday gift Barry's!

As a first timer, i was super lost and confused most do the class and felt like i was in everyone's…read moreway. By the second class, i had a better idea of what was going on and could follow the workout better (which it is a great workout) but it still felt rushed and all of the place and no one is very friendly here. One guy was on his phone texting for the entire class and it was a bit distracting. But the instructors and loud music is cool, and the workout is pretty good.

Best gym in Dallas, hands down! The staff is professional and the equipment is top notch! It's…read moremotivating to be surrounded by fitness minded people as well!

I recently visited the gym for a class with Stacey, and I had a great experience from start to…read morefinish. The class was challenging, fun, and energizing, and Stacey was an excellent instructor. After class, Rachel gave us a tour of the facility and was incredibly welcoming and friendly, just like the rest of the staff. The gym itself is beautiful, modern, and exceptionally clean. I especially loved the white and tan interior design--it creates a bright, upscale atmosphere. The women's locker room is impressive, featuring lockers for personal belongings, a sauna, and a cold plunge. There are also convenient water refill stations throughout the gym. One of the most unique features is the slide, which definitely adds some personality and fun to the space! There's also an outdoor workout area in the corner for anyone who prefers exercising outside. Overall, Recess offers a great combination of high-quality fitness classes, excellent amenities, and a welcoming community. I would definitely recommend checking it out.