This is my second experience at Work! I met Dane years ago at Equinox and was pleased to get to know his true and genuine self when a friend needed a fitness program and he took the time to make him feel welcome. In following his success he opened this gem of a studio that brings in all types of people and ages and quite frankly pushes each person to their limits. Always striving for unity his wife Kara pushes for everyone to meet and high five so the teamWORK concept is brought home to all who walk through the doors. Super positive, really intense, clean beyond belief and caring individuals everywhere. The center of the entire gym evolves around a meeting area where all are welcome to visit before and after their session. Clean towel provided which you will need. This is a fantastic place to get those changes with no judging just a place to get it done! read more

First time trying HIIT workout at this gym. Very nicely equipped workout area and everything is well maintained and kept so as to prevent injury risk. I really look forward to my workouts here and the trainers keep us very motivated. Highly recommend for all fitness levels! read more

Awesome place! One of the best workout facilities in OC! Classes are tough! Trainers are full of energy and really push you! Best quality place around! read more

This place is amazing. I have been working out here for around 9 months now and I don't know what I would do without this place. The trainers are phenomenal. They take a genuine interest in the clients here that goes well beyond what one would normally expect. Dane and Kara have done an amazing job at creating a community of people that support and push each other. In short: GO HERE!! read more

I have been attending Work for over a year and have loved every minute of it. Great community feel with awesome trainers. Every class pushes me to the extreme and I leave feeling accomplished and stronger. I have developed great friendships with so many positive people. Shout to Dane, Madi and Stephanie for your high energy and motivation. Every workout is different and keeps me coming back. read more

A real awesome morning workout!!!! The trainer rocked, the room vibe was intense and the workout routine is built for champions....classes are already full so you must sign-in early. Eat well the night before and drink lots of water. This place is no joke and will rock you! read more

The classes are great! The instructors are encouraging. The staff remember your name! I am so impressed by the entire experience at WORK.

Wow! Work Irvine is an awesome place! My boyfriend and I started attending classes regularly and right off the bat the coaching staff were friendly and welcoming. Scott, in particular, coaches with so much passion and enthusiasm! He is so aware of how his students are doing and always offers the best workout for each individual. I warm up, work out, and cool down all in 50 minutes! Perfect for my busy schedule! read more

This gym is great. Even though these are classes, every coach is makes sure your motivated, doing the exercises correctly, and even pushing you to your limits. I'm sore every time, the way it should be. I looked at joining other gyms in the area but because of their cost, their lack of customer service, and most being basic gyms where you pay your dues and really don't ever work out, I went with WORK because of the trial period and simply the staff and results. Recommend give it shot! read more

Love, love, love the workouts and the staff. Fantastic workouts and great staff that encourage you to perform at your highest level. Such a great place where they encourage clients to high five each other after each circuit creating an atmosphere of camaraderie. Love the music and energy level. Recently tried a gym closer to my house and the energy level was so low I couldn't run out of there fast enough. read more

Over a year ago I started my major fitness "over haul" and I had the pleasure of meeting Kara at another studio. Kara just "spoke to me" - she made the workouts CLICK in my head. I became super motivated and ready to really WORK! From there, I began to work out with Scott & Marybeth - who funny enough, would all join forces to create something great - something called WORK. Is it easy? No. Is it worth it? YES! You hear that cliche BS all the time "hard work and eat right" but honestly - I have had to work my ARSE off to lose 80lbs and thank god I had them to help motivate me along the way along with another amazing boxing coach. I wish there was a quick fix but honestly - I feel more confident knowing I did it on my own. Work isn't about "socializing" and "drama" like a lot of other group fitness facilities in the area. Work is what its called: W O R K!!!!! From my days of being an athlete, I have never experienced workouts as hard as I have since their first day. They give modifications but they'll also push you...you know like me trying to cheat and getting called out! HEY I DESERVED IT! Do yourself a favor and join the WORKforce. All levels are good to go - as someone who has started from the bottom and is about half way to a beast, you'll conquer and succeed. I also just find a lot of motivation with others I workout with. I really crave the workouts and the push I receive at the facility. They offer nutritional help, AMAZING instructors who also own the joint (and actually KNOW what they're talking about/are certified), the coolest/hip & clean studio...and really cool merch to buy (sorry, I'm a shopaholic & love to rep places I support!) ;) read more

Best gym in OC! (And there's a LOT of gyms around) There's a reason this gym is successful. The minute you step inside the front door, you'll notice the positive energy. Trainers/owners are friendly, knowledgable, passionate, and have developed amazing workouts! If you want significant results, this is a place where you'll be able to achieve that. Never boring. ALWAYS challenging. I always feel so inspired at Work and motivated to achieve my goals and be my best. Thank you!!!! read more

Love this place! As a trainer myself, I have been looking for a little something extra to spice up my workouts and get a little more athleticism and explosive training into the mix. This is perfect! I go to the Impact class at noon on Friday with my guy :) I love the atmosphere, the staff, other members, cleanliness, music, & overall design and setup of the studio. Seriously an awesome place. I will definitely be coming back Friday's at noon for many more butt kickings! read more

Work is one of the best part of my daily routines. I absolutely love coming to the classes, and I leave each class with a huge smile on my face. The trainers make you feel like family and they challenge me to push myself harder each day. I feel challenged, uplifted, and encouraged to always take myself to the next level. Although I am not able to go has often as I would like due to my work schedule, this gym has become a home. I would highly recommend Dane and Kara to anyone who is looking for a hard, challenging, and personal workout. Their enthusiasm and passion for others is contagious! read more

By far the best group fitness studio I've ever attended. Dane, Kara, Scott and Mary Beth all teach kick ass classes and know what they're doing. Every workout is intentional, challenging, and motivating. You'll no doubt leave feeling stronger, happier, and of course drenched in sweat. read more

Work is the best group workout in SoCal. The trainers are experienced and know how to get the most out of you. They motivate and push you. Everyone that attends Work have a positive outlook and look to motivate one another during the workouts. It's truly a tribe! The classes are designed to focus on a different muscle set each day - so, you get the most comprehensive workouts. The exercises within the classes change each week, so you don't plateau on exercises. Love this place, the trainers and the people! read more

What do you get when you go to WORK?!?! Just want the word means WORK. This place is full of special people who really are passionate about their work. You can tell they love what they do and they truly care about everyone. Everyone here is welcoming and all there for fitness and fun! All the trainers (Dane, Kara, Marybeth and Scott) are all there to help you with whatever goals you have. Come for a free workout, you won't regret it. Truly is my one of my FAVORITE places to be :) read more

Visited today for the first time and I had such a great time! Going to a new gym always comes with a bit of anxiety for me. New people. New workout. New instructors. But my anxiety was immediately at ease when I walked in. I have only amazing things to say from every aspect of my encounter. I would be surprised if I don't end up pursuing this place for my FT gym. Really happy and excited! read more

WORK is absolutely phenomenal. Scott Perry and all the other trainers give everyone the perfect amount of push and encouragement. They have created an amazing family atmosphere where folks all support each throughout each workout. read more

From all the boot camps I have tried out, this one is by far my favorite! The instructors are all great and I love that the work outs change regularly! read more

WORK is amazing! The facility is beautiful, the instructors are hott & inspiring and make you WORK! I am so thankful to be surrounded such an amazing environment. The people you take class with & your instructor continuously pump you up through your workouts. Personally, I've been a dancer my whole life and have been doing spin for a little bit over two years. I never thought I could run on a treadmill for 90seconds straight, do sled runs (I have never done these until now), whipped some ropes around, done box jumps (without falling on my face), and etc / but you know what?! Now I can! Thank you so much to Dane, Scott, Kara & MaryBeth for getting me to where I am now. This place WORKs!!!! I encourage everyone to go and WORKit! read more

Work is the best workout in Orange County! The trainers are the best of the best!! Scott, MaryBeth, Kara, and Dane rock! HIGHLY recommend this gym!! read more

Over a year ago I started working out with Scott and Marybeth, after having my first child.... Not only was I in the best shape of my life due to their individual push, & phenomenal workouts, but I was also introduced to a great community of new friends, who were all working towards a common goal. In addition, the trainers at WORK take great pride in their customer service, treating each client as a "friend", not just a client or customer. One of the amazing things these trainers are able to accomplish, that I've yet to find effectively done elsewhere, it the level of personal attention you can expect, while still being part of a group workout of 30+ people. Don't think that you giving only 50% effort or using bad form will cut it, cause it won't! The daily workouts focus on body-part specific movements, that are designed to maximize gains by constantly changing the types of movements and the way they are done, thereby never allowing your body to adapt. And it WORKs!!! I never quite feel the same on those days that I can't get into WORK for a training session, no matter what else I do. Try WORK and you'll never train anywhere else. In addition, the facility is gorgeous & very clean! :) read more

I started at work earlier in the year, post knee surgery. The coaches care a lot. I went up and introduced myself and told them how far out of surgery I was. He made sure to check in on me often with all the exercises. The class is always super up beat. There is a large community of dedicated folks. I've taken a good number of people to work and each enjoyed his/her experiences. The classes are starting to become more popular so fill up fast and are getting quite large now. I've been able to communicate via email and phone and someone always answers in a timely fashion. The prices are right on par with other fitness classes in the area. It's a 50 minute class. It definitely starts on time so get there early in order to get the full class in. There are foam rollers for rolling out before and after. They provide towels. There is water to fill up bottles. There is AC. This class is good for a beginner (modifications and go at your own pace) and for a seasoned athlete (push it to the limit). The only negative is the parking. The parking can be quite hectic on the street during the weeknights. There is an extra lot down the way but it would be nice if the parking was closer. Overall, I keep coming back and would recommend it to a friend. I like definitely like that each day is a bit different. I like Saturdays because it has a bit of everything. read more

I have been to several different gyms over the years, but none quite like this place. From the first day I walked in, every employee knew my name and used it each time after. That made a huge impression on me. The trainers push just hard enough while setting individual challenges. I love going to Work. read more

You will never walk out telling yourself that you didn't have a great workout. My abs are sore (hurt soo good). I am never disappointed by Scott's guidance, his push in knowing that I should try a little harder, and always a great music selection! A great atmosphere where they remember your name and make sure you feel right at home! read more

5 stars are not enough... I have been going to WORK for over a year now and not only are the workouts amazing, so is the fantastic community of trainers and clients! The training is very athletic focused and is functional training to keep you strong and healthy. read more

WORK is my Adult PLAYGROUND! It is a special place to come workout, sweat out the toxins, build muscle, see friends and feel great! The trainers are incredible and the facility is so inviting, including the front desk Peeps! The staff all make you feel like they are really here to make sure your experience is outstanding. There are all types of people all shapes and sizes in their journey towards better health and we all WORK together to build each other up in community. Come see what it's all about! read more

Boyfriend and I tried this class on a Friday at 4:30pm- wanted to see if this place lived up to the hype. Location/Parking: Tucked in a warehouse area and didn't have any issues with parking or finding the building. Green looking building. Meet & Greet: The receptionist was sweet- greeted us with a warm smile and showed us around the facility. Since it was our first time and we didn't come prepared she offered us water bottles on the house! Nice touch to make us feel welcomed. There's a little lobby/seating area to hang out in before walking into the main workout area- very cute modern/vintage looking. Bathrooms: One for boy and one for girl. Clean, two showers, two bathrooms and a open area to get ready in (has qtips, blow dryer etc). I LOVED how there's plastic bags on the wall to put your sweaty clothes in - again, another nice touch that doesn't seem like a big deal but it matters to me (little things matters most to me). You WILL get sweaty as eff and will need to change out of it! Face towels are provided. Environment, Instructor & Workout: Team environment. Community-like. FUNNNN!! DANEgerous has GREAT energy, gets the class excited and high-fiving each other with a fun circuit. We had bungee runs, ab workout, ball slams, push-ups, chest press, box jump, treadmills, etc. Workouts are typical at any group setting but it's all about HOW it is executed. Random people came up to introduce themselves and hyped each other up- we felt very much part of the community. Dane remembered all the newbies names (how on earth does he do this with 50 sweaty people running around?!) he transitioned to the next workout smoothly with the right amount of rest AND the music was GOOD. We loved the bungee cord workout - never experienced anything like that, good stuff! We had questions after and even though Dane was busy he follow up with us personally and was willing to share his experience and give advice. Damn, we need more trainers and facility like this - WORK has created something really special and we LOVE IT! OVERALL experience, exceeded our expectations. From beginning to end we loved everything about this place- you can tell they genuinely love and care about what they do. We are spreading the word-- Would highly recommend WORK for a great and fun workout! read more

This is a long overdue review for this place. I have been coming here for the past few years with a friend of mine. I've gone to several gyms in my area and this one is definitely my FAVORITE. Dane and Kara are the owners and they are just wonderful. I've taken classes with all the instructors and everyone is encouraging and supportive! Some of the reasons why I love this place: You will get a great workout. You will get your cardio in and your weight training in. They are located in a large space similar to a warehouse so you have lots of room to move about. They have lots of equipment. I appreciate that they have lots of free weights. My favorite equipment are the ropes and the sleds, I should say it's a love hate relationship with these because it definitely gets my heart pumping. All the workouts push me to a new level. I love that feeling of getting into the zone and before you know it, the class is over. I have been doing their Livestream classes and recommend those as well. read more

Absolutely love this place! Every workout is different and totally challenges you in a good way. Everyone is SO FRIENDLY... not just the instructors! Classmates are always sticking around to chat and encourage and high five each other throughout class. Each instructor makes you feel like part of the group and makes sure you're giving your 100%!Love is not a strong enough word for what I've found here!! I've been to tons of workout studios and nothing compares to WORK... read more

I absolutely love WORK. The facility is brand-new, clean, and modern. The trainers are top and truly care about helping you reach your fitness goals. I used to be that person that thought you need to spend a solid 60 minute in the gym, plus your warm-up and cool-down time. WORK changed all that; now I train smarter not longer. First class is free. Trust me, you'll be back for more. read more

I wondered how any fitness class could have such consistent perfect reviews. I took one class and was like,"Ohhhh I get it now." WORK is a place you can go at any fitness level and have a blast. Someone who can run ten miles and someone who can't run one mile can be equally tired at the end of a 50 min WORK class. You get what you put into it, and the trainers at WORK will make sure you put in your best effort. I took my first class with Scott Perry and he was absolutely stellar. After that first class I was looking forward to the second to see how consistent the trainers would be. Dane Miklaus did not disappoint and kept the same intensity the entire time. Not so surprisingly the third trainer I had, Kara Miklaus, is also a badass and makes sure you are putting in WORK. I haven't had a chance to take a class with MaryBeth but it's pretty evident that there is only greatness here. Each trainer keeps WORK consistent yet each add their own personal flair to each class which I thoroughly enjoy. There is constant motivation from others in class. The music is always on point and matches the intensity of the workout. Not sure what else I could ask for in a gym. Summary: The facility is clean, the equipment is new, the staff is top notch. Get to WORK. read more

I discovered Work Irvine while on my business trip in Orange County. I took 2 classes "Impact" which is a full body athletic conditioning class on Friday and "Rooted" on Monday which is basically leg day. The workouts are all high intensity intervals but what really makes this gym stand out is the staff, from the guy that works the front desk to the trainers. Scott was teaching the classes that I took and he does a great job of explaining the workout and I love how he encourages and motivates each and everyone without being annoying. I finished the workouts each time leaving a puddle of sweat. read more

I love going to Work, and I have never loved going to the gym before. I have spent a lot of hours cursing and sweating there. every class I have ever taken has left me gasping for air, trying my hardest and smiling while doing it. Each trainer is a font of knowledge, they are super personable, they watch out for your safety and will correct your form. The facility is awesome, they have everything you need for the workout, you just have to show up. The front desk is welcoming, the showers and locker are always spotless and amenities are perfect for getting ready for work in the morning. Work is a gym that anyone can go to and feel like they fit in. The workout route is tailored to what you can handle, so if you are struggling they will help you figure out what works and if you are up to the challenge then they will make it harder for you. I've been going since Dec 18 and I don't plan on stopping. read more

I love training sessions where I cannot breathe and this one did it!! Awesome class with Dane and will be back again!

Great classes, motivating instructors, impressive facilities, convenient class times.

Dane, Kara, Marybeth and Scott are AMAZING! I've always found it difficult to want to workout but at Work it's fun! It's a work out family :):) read more

I can't say enough good things about WORK! This place can truly turn anyone into an athlete. The WORKouts will push you harder each time and the trainers are inspiring. If you want to train at one of the raddest facilities in town with some of the most dedicated people in our community head to WORK and start your next fitness journey. They will undoubtedly get you to your goals and beyond. Thank you Scott Perry for completely transforming my WORKout mentality and pushing me harder each session!!! Truly grateful for WORK! read more

Where trainers go to get their fitness on. The best of the best. Being in the industry for many years I love being challenged in new ways and that is exactly what they do. read more