What a workout! Well organized, clean studio, coaches who motivate and help you through class! If…read moreyou want a SERIOUS workout, I highly recommend this studio. I'm a forever member!

It is a great workout! The coaches are able to modify exercises to meet individual needs.read more

I heard about OTF Ramsey opening up about a mile from my house and went over to check it out with a…read morefriend. We signed up that day. I took my first ever Orange Theory class the next morning and have been going at least once a day since then. Needless to say, I love it. The coaches are all fantastic. Each one is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and enthusiastic. They all go out of their way to form a personal connection with everyone in their class, even those who are just visiting our studio. One Friday night, our class requested an 80s playlist and the next Friday Justin delivered. It's nothing but smiles when you walk in. The coaches and everyone working the front desk are always genuinely happy to be there. And I love the workouts! I love HIIT style training and the mix of endurance, strength, and power at OTF is perfect for me. I had shoulder surgery in June and took over a month off from working out. After my first week at OTF Ramsey, I could see a difference. The studio is clean, the schedule is convenient, the workouts are fun and effective, and the people are thoughtful and enthusiastic.

Typical stereotypical gym experience where it's a scam trying to cancel your membership. Stay awayread more

I am an Orangetheory Junkie! Honestly, I hated the thought…read moreof working out in any way, shape or form! However, I signed up for Orangetheory last year and my perspective has.definitely changed. I am originally from the Totowa studio, but I feel like that location has been slowly declining throughout the years. The Hackensack location, however, just gets better and better! The coaches have such lively energy and they care for all of their members. I remember I thought about cancelling my membership, but then I started going to this studio. In my first few classes, some of the coaches approached me and asked for my name because they didn't want to mispronounce it. That made me feel at home and keeps bringing me back everyday!

**This review is specifically for my experience with trying their Intro Class for first-timers…read more Warning: This is going to be a long one.** I'm an active person and I'm always looking for new ways to spice up my fitness routines. I've heard so much hype about Orange Theory over the past few years. I had to kill my curiosity and give it a try myself. SIGNING UP: The Hackensack location offers an intro class at $12 for first-timers. It's only free for specific locations. I signed up on the website and chose a 12pm class on a Friday. Keep in mind that they would like you to arrive around 30 minutes prior to the start time just so they can give you a mini "orientation". On the day of my class, I was greeted by one of the front desk employees, Jackie. She was enthusiastic, informative, and overall a pleasure to speak with. She explained what I would expect out of the class, gave me a tour of the studio, and went over my medical history/consent forms. WHAT IS ORANGE THEORY?: To sum OT up in a nutshell, it's basically a fitness studio that offers one hour group fitness classes, specifically two types: a HIIT-based one and a strength training one. I've only tried the HIIT one, so I can't speak on the other. Each class is led by a coach who instructs and guides you on the workout for the full hour. We rotate between three stations: treadmills, rower machines, and free weights/body weight exercises (planks, bicep curls, squats, lunges, etc.). The workouts change daily so there's always a new challenge. Everyone wears a heart monitor that the studio provides so we can track our heart rate. The monitors are synced up with each machine and on a giant screen so we can actually see how fast or slow we're going as well as everyone else's. There are different "zones" of heart rates, with each one representing the percentage of your maximum HR. For most of the workout, you want to try to stay in the ORANGE zone, which is 84-91% of your max HR. MY EXPERIENCE: Jeff was my coach. To put it simply, he was awesome. He had great energy, gave enough personal attention to everyone in class, and was encouraging the whole time. He also had a fire playlist, so that helped a lot haha. The other members were very friendly and welcoming. No judgment here- everyone came from varying level of fitness backgrounds, all shapes and sizes, and all ages. They have a strong sense of community, which is always nice in a fitness environment. I really enjoyed the class and I'm actually surprised at how much fun I was having. I'm not really into HIIT or cardio classes so this was a nice change from my usual weight lifting. I liked how I was able to see my heart rate and how hard I was working. After the class, Jackie followed up with me about how I felt and how I did. You're able to see your "stats" after every workout, like when and how fast your heart rate was changing and calories burned. She explained to me the different membership options and she wasn't pushy at all. Their memberships come in either a package of 4, 8, or unlimited classes each month. FINAL THOUGHTS: Although I had a positive experience, I decided not to sign up. Why? It doesn't exactly fit into my current fitness routine/goals. I'm a dancer and I also lift weights 4-5 times a week. I don't see myself taking their classes that often. At most, I might take a class twice a month, or maybe 3. I think their classes are motivating and challenging, but aren't my cup of tea. I prefer a gym floor with dumbbells, barbells, squat racks, benches, and machines... they don't have that here. Orange Theory is great for getting your cardio in and building your endurance, but I don't recommend it for those who really want to build more muscle, gain strength, and hit higher PRs. Last but not least, I think the prices are a little outrageous. $89/month for 4 classes, $189/month for unlimited, AND $100 for the heart rate monitor is not really worth it to me... Regardless of your fitness goals and experience, I still think taking an intro class is worth a try. If you like it and don't want to sign up for a membership, it's $28 for a drop-in rate + $10 for the heart rate monitor rental.

I love this studio. It's clean and their approach to yoga is wonderful: serious about yoga but also…read moreextremely down to earth, friendly, and helpful. I've taken classes with Kip, Kelly S., Kelly C., Anjali, Sonia, Judy, Matt, and Lisa and even though their styles are all COMPLETELY different, I loved every class in a different way. Your first class is free so you can try it out without having to pay. Most of the classes are 90 minutes but some are only an hour if you're looking for something shorter. Single classes are $18 each but if you purchase packages online, you save 5%. In addition, they also offer student/senior deals on TOP of that so it truly pays to book online! My 6-class package came out to $68. My only complaint is that on hot days, it gets HOT in there. I've done hot yoga before, but this is a little different: it's just stuffy, humid, and uncomfortable. I'm not sure if they don't have A/C or just choose not to use it but if you're planning on going in the summer, dress lightly and bring a headband and towel. The Ramsey location has an overhead fan. They also have a brand new GORGEOUS location in Chestnut Ridge, although the air situation is comparable (and no overhead fan). It's also next door to a coffee shop and the walls are VERY thin, however, the coffee is great!

I've been a student at yoga synthesis for just shy of a year, and I'm incredibly grateful I came…read moreacross this gem. I only wish I found it sooner. I haven't had the pleasure of taking class with every teacher who works at both this location and the Chestnut Ridge location, but the instructors that I have taken (Judy, Alane, Lisa, Rose, Tenley, Trish, Kelly S.) are lovely individuals, and incredibly knowledgeable. The latter is evident in not only the way they guide you, but the way they can move their bodies. It's so inspirational. I'm sure the rest of the teachers are no different. Recently they've decided to add a Pilates class, taught by the fabulous Ms. Anjali and I couldn't be happier! While this is a yoga studio, I think it was such a phenomenal idea to introduce Pilates into the weekly schedule. I'm crossing my fingers that in the near future I'll see this class offered more than once a week!

I have been a member at Equinox Paramus for a long time, but I have finally decided to leave the…read moregym. At $250 a month for a single club access membership, it is simply not worth it anymore. The main issue is the deterioration of benefits without any change in the premium price point. Ever since Equinox decided to leave the partnership with Kiehl's and focus its expansion on the California network, the benefits of the gym have not improved; in fact, they've noticeably deteriorated. While the facility is still attractive, the value proposition has plummeted. I finally made the switch and decided to seek better value elsewhere. The high price no longer justifies the reduced perks and benefits offered at this location.

Overall a decent gym. Its luxurious and very spacious. I would prefer more free weights and less…read morecardio/studio space but that's my preference. Personally, I don't care much for eucalyptus towels and I don't care much for the showers as I prefer to shower at home. They have 3 racks and tons of treadmills/ellipticals, etc. They have the basics to do a decent workout but they need some extra cable attachments and some additional benches imo. The overall layout of the gym didn't make much sense to me either. The racks are upstairs and the leg extension and hamstring curl machines are downstairs. I think the overall placement of the equipment can use some work.

We rented space at The Anvil and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The staff is super…read morefriendly, extremely professional, and attentive to our needs. Their top-notch facility is setup to cater to any sports organization and offer a variety of fitness programs. We will definitely do business with them again. On behalf of Cheer Army, Thank you!

This is my go to gym when I need a great workout. I live in Manhattan and travel all the way out…read morehere about 2-3 times. The trainers there are very experienced and so nice. My favorite is Kenta! The equipment is all state of the art and it's not crowded so I can jump from exercise to exercise quickly. I can always say that "I've had the best workout of my life" every time I go and train. They even have a 3D Body Scanner that shows your progress, its so helpful for the mental aspect of training. I love the protein shake flavors they offer here and they are very cheap too. Since joining I was able to lose 20lbs and Im feeling stronger with every workout. The price isn't bad either, most people who take their health seriously should definitely invest here given all the amenities they offer. If you are the casual gym goer and go the gym once a month maybe this isn't for you, but if you want to see progress then definitely check this place out!

Love going to this gym! Every trainer has their own unique style that makes each class different…read moreand fun. Doesn't even feel like you've been working out for an hour! Highly recommend

I absolutely love the workouts and community that CKO provides. The classes are so intense but…read morealways rewarding. The environment is so motivating and supportive which makes the experience so enjoyable. I love and strongly recommend CKO!!!

Absolutely wonderful is how I would describe this spin studio!…read moreThe owners Debbie and John go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. They know the meaning of customer service and it's refreshing to see! Their instructors are great and you really will find there is a perfect match for you no matter your riding style or taste in music. This is a no pressure studio for newbies so don't be afraid to go at your own pace. If you've been thinking of spinning but feel intimidated you should give them a try. Your body and mind will thank you for it! Love them! ~Donna H.

Terrific boutique spin & workout with the intro of 39/30 classes too( stregnth for 30 min and then…read moresuper spin gor 30)- creative classes & great instructors plus owner Lexi's heart & soul make this sweet spot so fun as well as competitive- always a great experience