I worked out at HIT Factory Brooklyn twice for two Yelp events, so this is a review purely for the…read moreclasses I took: spinning and total body conditioning. The spinning class was taught by Paul and he pushed us HARD. He also made sure everyone was all set in the beginning, had a set of weights for arm exercises, and sometimes check people's forms while spinning. He kept me motivated to keep going and had great music. One thing I didn't like was that the bikes don't have a number for the resistance level; you just turn a knob and judge it based on how difficult it feels riding the bike. My opinion is that a quantifiable factor makes way for measuring improvement in fitness levels and health. The total body conditioning class was taught by Tom and I don't want to give away too much, but the class was amazing. It truly was total body; I came away with everything feeling sore in a good way. There were two sets of each workout (which equates to a round, for me) and then we jump rope 100 times. Each set had a variety of moves, some of them new to me, and I've already done many workout videos and been to other fitness classes. The workout area was also unforgiving yet encouraging. It was dim and mostly black, with the materials needed for the workouts all set up with minimal space taken up. However, we faced each other and Tom when working out, so this egged us on. In response to other review(s): Yes, this place isn't very big overall and doesn't seem to have the locker room that conventional gyms have. I always come in my gym clothes and leave in my gym clothes, and I literally only bring my phone and a water bottle. I also can't speak to how much each class costs and whether it's worth it or not, but judging by experiences themselves, I certainly enjoyed the classes.

Guys...The atmosphere in THIS gym is so fire, they have an open floor plan so everything is right…read morethere in front of you, with boxing cubbies all around. The owners are amazing, they interact with everybody they teach everybody. Honestly every instructor there just wants you to win every fucking time you take a class. You'll love this place! Best crew, best classes, best vibe in Brooklyn, I'd even be willing to say best vibe in general. If you're from Manhattan don't let the distance sway you..it's worth the ride #promise. Each class has an element of athletic training..if you like that, you'll fit right in! Steve, Tommy, you guys ROCK, Thanks for bringing that heat!

I've been coming to this gym for almost a year now and it has everything I need. There is usually…read morelittle to no wait during the times that I come which is fantastic. The staff is on top of their maintenance, constantly reracking the weights. Haven't had any issues with other gymgoers either. Everyone seems to be coming here for the right reasons and keeps to themselves. The layout of the gym can also take some time to get used to as it involves a lot of stairs. Highly recommend a trial and/or tour before committing. The only issues I've experienced are with the lockers. There is not enough ventilation in the locker bathrooms. Any smells coming from the bathroom can fill up the entire locker room which can be very unpleasant. The steam from a hot shower can also make the room stuffy and hot during the summer months.

Have been a member here for a few years and I highly recommend this location. The amenities, size…read moreand equipment are great. Spacious enough that even on peak times there's machines available. The shakes are pretty good too.

I have been with Harbor for 20 plus years. I cannot say enough about the cleanliness and well…read moremaintained equipment hygiene. The staff are helpful and kind. Tiffany Flores, in particular is amazing. i recently had to reach out to her and she assisted me with kindness and efficiency. I highly recommend this facility - conveniently located in Bay Ridge. I can only speak to the female locker rooms, but they are constantly being upkept. The saunas are wonderful. The other patrons are respectful. Truly, a wonderful gym that will not break your budget.

Great gym, very clean , Good variety of equipment…read more Classes are too crowded and people don't follow the group exercise rules. Sauna gets very crowded and noisy a lot of times, instead of relaxing people have loud conversations and play music on their phones inside the sauna. This review is for MID WOOD location, sorry for the confusion.

Love harbor fitness. Long live this gym and the good people and vibes. Can't have it any other way…read morehere. I've been coming here for 3 years now. This is my home.

I've had plenty of gym memberships, and tried many trainers ... Harbor GO!'s size, efficiency,…read moreconsistent crew of morning community members, and especially my trainer have been the magic combination. I have showed up several days a week for over 2 years now. The big shout out goes to Kyle Bryan, the head trainer for GO! & 72nd street (but works across all 3 Bay Ridge spots) he is calm, but pushes. Has a degree in sports. Understands anatomy and modifications. And has helped me gain consistent growth, strength and development (I fractured a knee cap and tore my meniscus with another trainer at another gym). If you're hesitant to step into a gym, or work with a trainer, see what it feels like to have a collaborative, kind, and informed experience. :-)

I have been going here the last few months and love it. All the front desk staff are very friendly…read more The coaches are great in particular Jade, Kailey, Hailey and Jesse who I usually take classes with. They are all very helpful and will help you make adjustments to your form if needed. I feel very comfortable coming here and I have been someone who has been too shy to work out in the past. The facilities itself are very clean. They have plenty of lockers to use. They have morning classes and evening classes so you are able to book classes that fit your schedule.

Great place to hang out with the bros or just sit down and watch Tik Tok videos on your phone. The…read moreexercise equipment isn't just for exercising -- it's also for chillin'. Great staff, too; they NEVER bother you!

Signed up this summer here. I have been a member at two other locations, and this location is on…read morepar with those. Decent amount of machines, but the problem I had was, in the summer, they allowed teenagers to come without a membership. While it is a noble cause, it was almost impossible to get on any of the machines on the second level. The kids would just sit down and talk and be in large groups hogging up the machines because they didn't understand gym etiquette. I didn't really the month of August and most of September, but now since they are gone, I am planning to start going again.

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!

I just wrapped up my 4th session with Evans and it's not easy, but it's worth it. I'm so happy to…read morehave this spot in Bay Ridge, and they just celebrated their 1 year anniversary. The small space has all the equipment you might need and/or what you might find in a much larger space. It's much more than I would want to keep at home. Evans takes a, highly tailored, approach to your needs. He mixes up the exercises during each session. Much better than I could do on my own. I had surgery about a year ago, and still favor my leg. That hasn't been a problem, and all of this has picked up where my physical therapy left off. Evans also provides positive reinforcement, and no judgement. I was having some lower back pain during my most recent session and we spent the second half of it on the massage table. Even that time was informative and helpful to me. Whatever it takes! You'll make progress quickly. That's what these guys do. Worth it!

I'm not the fitness-y type. I've had gym memberships where I've paid my monthly fees and never…read moreshowed up. Time and time again I've gone through this routine, before I realized that, to me, gyms are just intimidating. I figured, maybe I should find a small space and get 1 on 1 training. I found this place. I started training with Evans, and after my first meeting with him, I decided I had to booked 10 trainings. During the initial meeting, Evans really went through what my expectations, previous experiences, and my overall fitness level, before tailoring sessions to fit my needs. I've had 5 sessions to date, and am just thrilled with the quality and thought Evans puts into each one of my sessions. Wholeheartedly recommend training with Evans! If you have any reservations, put them aside and try at least one session with him. It'll be worth it!

I was visiting a friend who lives nearby and my body was screaming for some movement in between all…read morethe bagels and pizza I fill up on when I head back to visit NYC from Hawai'i. I decided to go check this place out for a morning session and it unlocked something that I needed to release. I've heard stories of friends who have cried in yoga classes but it never hit me like that until my savasana release in Brooklyn. Yoooooo! The vinyasa class itself was great. The studio is very inviting and cozy and I could tell a lot of the students were regulars. The owner was wonderful as our guide. It was a nice mix of hard, medium and chill poses. Good music, great vibes. Very clean space. Then as I laid there in savasana, tears just flowed out of me. Idk what it was, I wasn't sad. Just grateful to be able to finally move my body after all the inevitable schlepping and revisit the place I grew up. Travel can be stressful and I'd had a killer trip to DC for work the week before and visiting family always drags it out of me. And then I found this wonderful place with amazing women and I got to release what I was holding in and back. The owner could tell my back was arching when I laid flat so she put yoga blocks under my feet to flatten my spine out more and this adjustment is a game changer! Who knew?! I've been to 100's of yoga classes at many places over the years and nobody pointed this out to me before. I use this technique all the time now. Coming out of it wasn't awkward either. The space and people just let me release what I needed to and sent me on my way to make another bagel stop lol.

A beautiful, welcoming yoga studio that is spotless & peaceful. I am a novice, and the teacher was…read moreclear on directions, and helpful to shape my form-- a great way to start the day! Hopefully I can check on some remote sessions next.

I LOVE this OT. I've actually never been to any other location, so I don't have much to compare it…read moreto, but when I first when in here I new I could see myself becoming a member (so I did). I first came in because of an offer for a first class free. My rep showed me how everything worked, including the heartbeat monitor on the arm band, which they give you for free on your first visit. An instructor walked me around the studio explaining the class format and made sure I was comfortable with water and a towel. When class started he periodically checked in with me but was not overbearing. I loved how while everyone worked out individually, seeing everyone's stats on the screen did make it feel like a team effort. I really appreciated learning about the different heart rate "zones" and later did research on this when I got home. My sales rep explained the pricing tiers yet was not pushy which I appreciated and I signed up within the week. The app made it very easy to book, see stats, etc. The club has fun challenges each month and really does have a sense of community. It was always clean and you can tell instructors here really care about the members. I only quit because I ended up moving to another neighborhood but this gym truly did change my physique while I was a member, making me stronger and noticeably had an impact on my cardio endurance. I'd recommend this gym to anyone.

After decades of feeling uncomfortable about fitness, I started going to Orangetheory Park Slope in…read moreOctober--and I've been showing up almost every week since. The classes keep me on track, and I'm seeing real results. I never, ever thought I'd be someone who enjoys jogging on a treadmill, but now I actually look forward to it. Coach Maddy brings great energy and creative themed classes. I love Coach Frankie's music picks--they make early morning workouts go by faster. And Coach Nai has a great way of offering helpful tips without making anything feel awkward. Luke is always so welcoming at the front desk. This location stands out for its thoughtful amenities: they offer gym and shower towels and a full locker room--something you don't always find at other storefront studios. OTF Park Slope is also a fun way to meet more people in the neighborhood, and the Instagram shout-outs add a nice touch of motivation. I hope corporate OTF will upgrade the app and the fitness band to more modern tech - I'd love AI analysis of my stats. I recommend Orangetheory Park Slope to anyone looking for a fresh, encouraging way to get into fitness.