Highlights/Lowlights…read more 1) tough workouts 2) some really friendly staff 3) deals available on groupon occasionally We did the groupon for two which was an incredible deal! We thought the groupon was for a six week membership to the gym, however upon arriving for our consultation we found out that it was actually just for the boot camp classes. Th boot camp classes are offered 4-ish times per week. The staff person who helped us out at our consultation (required) was just ok. Not overly friendly and seemed annoyed by the questions I was asking. However, the trainer who led our classes during our short membership at Monkey Bar was great! She really pushed all of us to do our best while maintaining great form. The classes themselves are really challenging but a great work out! The workouts change so you only do the same workout 2X per 4-6 week period. I know that sans groupon Monkey Bar is pricy. Unfortunately we found that the gym equipment wasn't super nice and the space itself could use a refresh. Good workout by quite pricy compared to what you would get from other gyms in the area for the same price. Overall, definitely worth a try but maybe try and find a deal to see if you like it first!

I bought the groupon for Monkey Bar Gym and I was extremely nervous (as I am not a particularly fit…read moreperson), and now I am definitely going to get a membership. When you first sign up they require you to come in for an initial consultation. They will show you around and give you information about how the classes work and what to expect etc. This is a great time to ask any questions you may have and learn how the facility runs so you don't feel so lost on the first day. The trainers recommend a plant-strong diet and encourage all participants to log their workouts. I had my initial consultation with Raquel. She was amazingly helpful, and encouraging. It was nice to know one of the instructors before I had even taken a class! They post the daily workout on a whiteboard so you can check it out before class starts. They also have a binder that has all the workouts for the month, if you like to look further ahead. The workouts change all the time so you're never bored. Monkey Bar does a wonderful job of explaining/modeling how to do each exercise. They make it a point to go over every exercise you will be doing before participants begin the workout. The whiteboard also has a section that is divided into "stability" "strength" and "power". Here they have suggestions for modifications/challenges for participants who want to tailor their workout. The trainers are always helpful when it comes to finding an alternate exercise. The trainers and members at Monkey Bar are very friendly. They ask you to get with a partner for some exercises and I have had no trouble finding a partner and striking up a friendly conversation with them. Members often say encouraging things to one-another during the workouts as well. One day after the workout I was getting a drink and a man (who I believe is an owner, or at least another trainer I hadn't met) asked me if I had recently joined. I told him yes and he enthusiastically welcomed me. Overall, Monkey Bar is great. The workouts can be very intense but I always feel invigorated afterward. Great experience! :)

I'm a repeat customer and will keep coming back. Customer service is top notch, services are…read moretransformative and nurturing to the body, and the staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. Truly elite care on every level.

Great service. I am a covid long hauler and I suffer from joint pain. I did one round of…read moreCryotherapy -150 for I think 3 minutes. It was cold and I did it. I like how I had someone to talk to during it made the time go by a lot faster. I'll be back to get the B-Complex shots and do more cryotherapy. Friendly, clean, and fast service.

I LOVE THE GYM. I have been telling all my close friends about how much I like Orange Shoe so now…read moreI'm telling you strangers. There are all ages and fitness levels in the classes and everyone gets a great workout every time. It's not a competitive atmosphere-- somewhere between the "honor where your body is" vibe of a yoga studio and "drag this tire across the parking lot with you teeth, you pansy" vibe of Crossfit. They're not selling any protein powders or branded shit-- it's just about having a good workout and pushing yourself. FITNESS: you can do 1-1s or small group workouts. Small groups have anywhere between 2 and 12 other humans and most classes are a circuit type training which I love because it's not boring and the time goes fast. Lots of props around, but simply used so you're spending half the time figuring out how to work equipment. Are you new to fitness? Okay you'll be sore AF, but it'll be fun. Are you a workout queen? Whatever, you'll be sore too or else you're not trying. SPACE: The gym space itself is cool-- there are multiple room for different size groups and 1-1 sessions. Windows for the nature people, barnwood floors if you jam in the yoga room, and a non-contrived industrial decor vibe throughout. The bathrooms are always clean and comfortable. GOD BLESS YOU ORANGE SHOE FOR PROVIDING TOWELS. And hair ties. STAFF: I also like the trainers, which is probably worth mentioning. Everyone does a great and consistent job of being positive and also motivating. I hate being yelled at when I'm working out since it's hard enough without some manic workout king yelling about how you can do better than that. The trainers here can certainly deliver an ass kicking, but they also smile and say "good work" and adjust your form and other helpful stuff like that. The good team is obviously a testament to good management and training. They feel like a true team, but not in a gross culty way where you if you're new to the gym it's going to be weird like there's already a dynamic established and you're an outsider. Try it! Just don't start with Brent's class on day 1. ;)

I did individual personal training sessions at Orange Shoe for over 2 years and can't recommend it…read moreenough -- I would still be going there if I hadn't moved out of the area. The team is knowledgeable, energetic, encouraging, and endlessly friendly. I got a huge amount of value in the time I spent there and I'll be forever grateful.

This is the real deal. A brilliant riff on an old school style gym mixing no-nonsense timeless core…read more"core" excercises with directed and smart "personal" training and coaching. F.I.T's emphaisis on strength training was a revelation to me as is the class model: six or so clients work out in a session and are encouraged/ coached/inspired/congratulated/trained and under the watchful eye of several of the terrific staff: Max, Sarah, Analise and Luke. Can't say enough about the deep accessible professionalism of everyone there. Seriously: this place is life changing.

I joined FIT in June and love it. I keep coming back, which says a lot!…read more On numerous occasions my PT has mentioned what a great job they do with exercise substitutions. She also recently said, "Those are great exercises." and "They really know what they are doing". My chiropractor has told me I'm in the best shape he has ever seen me. The coaches are great and the atmosphere is welcoming. I really am enjoying getting stronger with my new "gym friends"!

If you're interested in getting fit, losing weight, feeling better, and joining a community of…read morelike-minded individuals, then you need not go any further than TFW Madison. Although not "CrossFit", the TFW gym might be considered CrossFit-ish and their approach to training shares a lot of the same elements. Functional fitness. Nobody cares how much weight you can bench press through a very circumscribed 24" range of motion. Increased flexibility. Building strength through exercises designed to strengthen your core, supporting muscles, etc. No machines. Ropes, resistance bands, medicine balls, body-weight, kettle bells, dumb bells, and free weights. An open area used for stretching, interval training, and so on. There are at least 6 mentored workouts a day, 5 days a week (plus one Saturday morning). If you're the kind of person whose idea of a workout is jamming out to your iPod while you walk or jog on the treadmill for 30 minutes, followed by 30-40 minutes of weights, this is not your gym. But the truth is that I used to be one of those -- I liked going to the YMCA and sweating it out. The big weight room always seemed like a plus. But I didn't see nearly the results that I've seen in just a few weeks with TFW. As an added bonus, the owners, Jonathan and Jenny, are friendly and will help you stay accountable. Sometimes life can intrude and despite my best intentions I just didn't make it to my workout. Within 24 hours I've heard from Jonathan wanting to make sure I wasn't injured, or know whether everything was OK, and when was I coming back. At least a couple of times that's just what I needed to get me back on track and back on schedule. And it's hard to argue with the results. Down 13lbs in my first 3 weeks. Able to touch my toes without straining for the first time in probably years. Sleeping better. Excited for my next workout, instead of dreading it, even when I'm sore. Training designed to make you stronger, and more importantly, healthier.

I joined TFW in September 2017 after several years at some other local gyms. TFW has been a…read morefantastic experience for me physically, mentally, and spiritually. Prior to TFW, my experience with the whole gym scene in Madison was not positive. I went to the "gym" because I knew I needed to but frequently skipped days (I always gave myself excuses because I didn't really want to go). Even though I was going to the gym somewhat regularly, I continued to gain weight and my fitness level was not improving. When I started at TFW, I was very skeptical. All sorts of promises but...In the last year, I have dropped my fat (I am now roughly 20% bodyfat - I started close to 30%) and I have gotten a lot stronger. For example, I recently was able to do 305 pounds on the back squat - a year ago I was only able to squat 230 pounds and that wasn't even a full squat). More importantly, my mental attitude to life has changed. I have a deeper belief that I can fight through adversity and it shows in my training and in how I deal with challenges in life outside the gym. I enjoy going to TFW and really feel off when I miss a session. The coaches work with you to help you get better. They offer alternative movements that fit your individual needs (bad shoulder, bad knees, etc.) so you can grow and get better despite physical limitations. One big difference that I have experienced is that students also encourage and help each other in the gym and help with accountability. I recently missed a session because I was ill. I had 3 fellow students send me a note to make sure I was ok. It is a great community for personal growth. Check it out!

I've been getting their Meal Plans for a couple months now and it's great - I use them for lunches…read moreat work and all the options I've tried taste amazing and are healthy too. It's great to not have to prepare lunches for work every week - this is a nice simple solution. I haven't tried their massage service yet but I'm looking forward to trying it - I also saw some recent posts about their circuit training which looks like a fun way to work out. Anyway, I've really loved everything I've tried so far and looking forward to seeing what they come out with next.

We have been ordering Thrive's meal service for a few months now. The food is healthy, calorie…read morecounted, and tasty! I work a 12 hour shift, and I don't often feel very motivated to make my own lunches for those days- but Thrive makes it easy! I just pack up a serving of whatever delicious food I ordered for the week. Unlike other meal services, where you have to prep your own food, Thrives meals come fully prepped and ready to be heated to eat. Another important factor in choosing thrive for me, is the fact that meals are brought to you in minimal environmentally friendly reusable packaging! No guilt about having twenty little plastic bags that go in the landfill, growing your carbon foot print. Thrive's meal containers are dishwasher safe, and you just return them when you get your next set of meals to be reused. Thrive also teams up with local farms to purchase organic seasonal produce. I hear they are working to expand their vegetarian options, and that nearly every meal option has a vegetarian version. If you're looking for a meal service that is local, environmentally friendly, and delicious, Thrive is the way to go.

Touch Of Pilates is such a fun studio to workout in. The atmosphere is positive, relaxing and…read moreencouraging. I feel that the instructors are knowledgeable and want to see every person succeed in working towards their individual goals.

I was looking for an alternative to lifting weights at the gym, which I hate, for toning and…read morefirming my body. I have taken 5 reformer classes from Elizabeth, and I am hooked. The classes are small which allow for individualized attention. Doing the moves correctly is incredibly important, and under her watchful eye I know that I am working out in a safe and effective manner. I always feel like I got a great workout after each class, and I drive in from the southeast side of Madison to take classes. This place is a gem!

Sara's Health and Fitness is simply the best! There are a variety of classes for all ability…read morelevels at various times during the day. Instructors are knowledgeable and willing to adapt classes for participants. The best part is that all classes are included in your membership. I have had my membership for the past 15 years, and feel it has been the best investment in my mental and physical wellbeing!

Absolutely love this gym & the members. So many classes offered included in membership which I take…read moreadvantage of. A nice change of workouts I've done by myself for years. A great support group when needed