I had my first 6:30am class at ALTR North Loop. It was quite the experience. We did a full body day…read morewith some emphasis on arms, the workout was tough but so much fun. I felt like the 45 minutes flew by! I'll be back.

Loved the idea of circuit training! There were nice lockers and a big changing area. So you have…read moreto reserve a space online before you attend a class. There you can pick where in the room you will be standing as the spots are painted on the ceiling. A bunch of us decided to take a lower body class so I was preparing to just do a bunch of lunges and hurting... lol The class started and the music began. The instructor took us through a warm up routine and then began to explain all the stations. There were 5-6 stations and we were to rotate between them. Yes, lounges were on the menu! Man, I was getting my butt kicked! each station had certain movements that focused on a certain body part and yes, I was sweating and crying lol. This lasted for about 45 minutes, once we were done with the stations twice, we rolled into a cool down period and eventually the class ended. What I liked about the class is that there was constant movement and you didn't get board with the movement. If I kept going to this class I know I would be in waaay better shape than I am but unfortunately, I don't live in town. I would try it out if you are visiting of living there. Its not too huge and intimate enough that you aren't lost in the crowd.

Everyone here is super friendly. The first workout might feel awkward, but that's how it is trying…read morea new gym for the first time. Everyone is awesome and there to help! This is a great space for anyone who may not typically feel comfortable at the gym. Very inclusive.

This review is based on my experience with Solcana both before, during, and after the state-wide…read moreCOVID shutdown. I'll leave the obligatory note that COVID is still a real threat to everyone's health, and I am glad Solcana is one of the businesses in Minneapolis that is truly taking it seriously. I've been a member of Solcana for nearly a year, and before COVID, the gym itself operated much like many crossfit gyms, with lots of classes, good equipment, and a friendly atmosphere. There has always been a strong focus here on equity and equality (at least as long as we have been members), and that's one of the main reasons why we chose to join. That focus has only become stronger over the past year, and I will touch on it a bit later. When COVID came around, Solcana, like all other gyms, shut down. I have to hand it to them though, they really tried hard to keep delivering a quality product to members, mostly through online classes. After the state started allowing gyms to open up on a limited basis, outdoor barbell classes began again. I've observed quite a few post-covid outdoor classes run by other gyms (whether out on a bike ride or in the park by my house), and many of them have seemed to completely ignore social distancing guidelines. Solcana has been completely different; all of the outdoor classes have felt really safe, with specific areas marked out for every athlete, small class sizes, and strict cleaning practices. This week, we were allowed to go back inside. However, that didn't mean Solcana relaxed their commitment to safety...if anything, they strengthened it. Indoor classes are even smaller, the distance between athletes has grown, masks are mandatory all of the time, and they are making sure everything is cleaned between classes (and there's at least an hour between classes). There are also still outdoor classes, depending on what type of workout you want and how safe you feel indoors. Even with all the new safety practices, the programming has been great, and we feel like we are getting a lot out of our membership, despite not being able to go as much as we were able to before (due to smaller class sizes and fewer classes, there is now a limit on classes per month, but that's completely understandable). Back to social justice...in the wake of the tragedy surrounding George Floyd, Solcana made an even stronger commitment to promoting equity and equality for all, and that's included doing even more with the BLM movement. The gym as de-affiliated from crossfit because of their comments/positions following the tragedy, but aside from not using that name any more (or giving them any money), the programming is pretty much exactly what you would expect from that type of gym. You will also find that this gym is extremely welcoming of all athletes, no matter who you are, what you look like, or how you identify, a trait not all CF gyms share. All in all, this is a wonderful, welcoming fitness community that promotes social justice AND takes COVID very seriously. The owner herself told me that she wants to be the safest gym in the Twin Cities, and so far, it seems they are succeeding.

OMG This was quite possibly the best workout I've had all year! I've been trying to find a studio…read morethat works best with my schedule since I'm in the office more often and decided to try Strength at The Grind with Carrie. I was there way early because I wanted to change from my work clothes and the staff that were there were BEYOND helpful and friendly! The facilities were clean, coed lockers and bathrooms, with showers available. And the WORKOUT, OMG! It was a great HIIT strength training 50 minute class with upbeat music and helpful adjustments from the instructor. My body is still feeling it days later and I can't wait to book my next class. Thanks, y'all!

The Grind is a regular on my workout rotation! They are so welcoming and offer cycle, strength, and…read morerestore classes. There is something for everyone and plenty of instructors to try out! I highly recommend cycle with Meg and strength with Jimmy!

Came to workout here on vacation as I go to another F45 in Florida & have to say F45 never fails!!!…read moreBest freaking workouts ever. This studio had really great instructors that were very helpful with the movements and so encouraging. Love this place!

Megan P is a phenomenal trainer! She pushes us to be our best, helps ensure we're doing the…read moreexercises correctly, encourages us to keep going when it gets hard, and celebrates our accomplishments. Last night after the workout, I told her I was excited and proud of myself that I was actually able to catch the ball on the bounce like we're supposed to and she said, "Yes! I saw that! And you did it right!!" I'm grateful for Megan, her leadership and encouragement, and I can't wait for my next class with her. I'm hooked!

Loving the workouts in the infrared heat! Videos are from n and change often enough. The staff is…read morereally encouraging and it's just fun. Easy to get in and get out feeling like I really got stuff done!

AMAZING STAFF AND GYM!!! It was the one place that helped me lose my COVID weight gain. The…read moreexercises and infrared sauna system actually work. I love coming here and it's extremely flexible for sessions and times. I love HOTWORX

I recently moved to MN from CA. I was recently injured so I had to rest for 6 months. Since then, I…read morehave started to decline in my workout motivation. I've never done CrossFit but I have been lifting weights for years. Weight lifting is fun, but it gets boring over time. That's when I decided to try out CrossFit. I called around and found CrossFit SISU in Plymouth. It wasn't the closest CrossFit gym to me, but it had great reviews and the schedules they offered seemed to fit with my day. They put me on a one week trial. I was in constant contact with Christina. She answered my questions throughout the trial process. After the first few days, I fell in love with CrossFit and SISU. The workouts are amazing and highly motivating. There are no dull days. The coaches are super friendly and help me work around my injuries by tailoring the workouts to my needs. The other members are also friendly and help push each other.

Great coaching. Great people. Great programming…read more Personally, CrossFit SISU is the only gym that has "stuck" in the past decade. I'm back working out, 9 months straight, and physical health problems are gone. There is no better workout for strength, cardio, mobility, and use of time.

Matt & Katie are so helpful, they walk you through each step and they are very knowledgeable. I am…read moreso glad I decided to try it!

I absolutely love working out at LIFT. This is the first gym that I have been a member of where I…read morefeel that my individual fitness goals are valued. I love the welcoming environment, the flexibility and the kids room so that I can bring my daughters with me to workout. The workouts are challenging and it's a new workout everyday so I never get bored. Matt and Katie are amazing trainers! LOVE being a LIFTer!

Dropped in at Timberwolf Crossfit in St. Paul this morning. Great WOD, fun class!! Rachel was very…read morewelcoming and an awesome instructor. Thanks for having us!

This is by far the best gym I've ever been a member of. The owners, Tony and Laura, are committed…read moreto each and every member and run their business just like that: a business. They're professional, yet friendly and approachable. All the coaches are stellar, and they've built a community of folks who care not only about fitness but about friendship and investment in one's health. You'd be crazy to pass this gym up if it's on your radar.