I discovered BURN on ClassPass and loved it from the first class. It is a small studio, but I have never felt over-crowded in a class. The equipment is in great shape and I like that they have a lot of different weight options. I have taken a few instructors and all are friendly and helpful! Something I love about this studio is it welcomes all ages and abilities. It can be very intimidating walking into a new place and this studio does a great job of welcoming all. I am excited to try all the different classes they have to offer! The only downside is since it is such a small studio, they do not have a ton of class times to choose from. But that being said, I have never had an issue getting into a class or finding one that fits my schedule. My favorites are the TRX Bootcamp with Alex and the Power BURN with Jonathan. I can not recommend this place enough if you are looking for a strength training workout! read more

I'd visited BURN Fitness Studios for the first time through ClassPass a few years ago and really enjoyed the classes I took. I signed back up for ClassPass recently and was so thankful to be able to take BURN classes again, even during a pandemic. I've since gone back into the studio for in-person classes, which are masked and have limited capacity, but now prefer to take their classes online. My favorite classes have been Tabata Burn and Power Burn. Jonathan, who teaches both, is charismatic and makes the class feel engaging even through Zoom. I would say the classes are challenging, but suited for all skill levels, and they encourage you to modify the workouts for whatever feels good for you. read more

I just joined this gym this week and I absolutely love it. It's my first time being physically active since the pandemic took its course last March. Their signature Power BURN class is my favorite. It's killer. Shoutout to Morgan for being my first teacher here and for pushing and encouraging all of us. Also, I did a thorough research of many of the other gyms in Boston. BURN Fitness is the most affordable. Great for students like me who are on a budget. read more

I had such a great time. Loved the positive energy and the competition, not with others but in trying to pass the time to beat goal on the rowing machines. Jonathan was a great instructor. Will definitely be coming back again. read more

Visited from out of town this week. Really enjoyed the Tabata workout. Quality facility and awesome trainer. Love the place!

I came in for a Friday Tabata class. The location is super convenient, a five-minute walk from Mass Ave station on the orange line. When I came in, I noticed the studio itself is small, however when the class time started we made it work given the amount of students in the class. Upstairs is where the studio, one room is, They also had a bathroom with an open shower stall, the set up was a little weird but it's great they even have a shower to begin with. There is a downstairs where they had changing rooms, a locker with complimentary locks and face towels (you do work up a sweat so highly recommend grabbing one). The instructor I had was Jonathan Cruz and he was awesome! We grabbed medium weights and gliders for the class. If you don't know what Tabata is, it's basically a hiit class, you do workouts for 20 seconds, with a 10-second rest, for an interval of 4 minutes. The class was difficult but great for all levels. I wasn't at my optimal so I did have to stop when I couldn't do something, but I still got a great workout regardless. I will definitely be adding this class to my list of go-to studios. read more

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I came for the "6 week challenge program" consultation. It was not a challenge and was not a consultation. Basically they charge $250 and we get to go max 3 classes per week (for 6 weeks) and they have some companies that will give you a "meal plan" - which probably is just a brochure. It's nothing more than getting you there so they can sell their membership program. What a complete waste of my time. read more

I have belonged/ frequented gym's in Boston, NYC, Chicago & Tel-Aviv. This is by far my favorite studio for classes. All the classes I have taken are amazing. My personal favorite in Tabata Burn with Jonathan Cruz. I recommend this studio to all my visitors and friends! read more

Burn is a great little studio with a wide variety of classes. It's small but has a nice changing room and one shower. Sometimes classes feel a little crowds but that just shows what a good job they're doing. They seem to have maybe purchased more equipment to accommodate the folks looking to get their sweat on. The staff here is what really makes this place stand out. Both owners are friendly and efficient at keeping things running smoothly. Their Power Burn class is my absolute favorite. It's structured into three sections-legs, arms, and abs so even though it changes up enough to be exciting but you always know what to expect. Sarah is a fantastic instructor-she really watches your form and is patient with correcting. I've learned a lot from her. I've also taken a Power Burn class with Jonathan and he's incredibly motivated and enthusiastic. Kickboxing with Joseph is unique, fun, and fast paced. Burn delivers the burn! read more

After 10 years of living in Boston area, I finally found my fitness home. I was the goldilocks of fitness - I'd had tried so many fitness trends, gyms, and studios, but nothing quite fit. Too specialized, too crowded, stale routines, facilities/instruction not up to snuff, etc. Within a week at BURN, it finally clicked, and I knew the search was over! 3 months later, what makes BURN so near and dear to my heart? Killer classes - Challenging, high intensity classes that leave you on an exercise high and a puddle of sweat by the end! No question I am stronger, leaner, and fitter after starting at BURN. That being said, the classes are accommodating for all levels, and the instructors offer modifications and options for different levels. Variety - Selection of strength training, spinning, yoga or circuit-style classes. My favorite classes are Power, Tabata, and Circuit Row. Great instructors- Jonathan and Bob, the co-owners are super welcoming, genuine, and friendly. The rest of the instructors are equally awesome and enthusiastic. That special something - BURN has that intangible quality that sets it apart. Jonathan is constantly pulling out creative fitness moves to challenge his students in novel ways, and brings crazy levels of enthusiasm to his classes. Across the board, the classes are inspired and keep me motivated, having fun, and coming back time and again. Class size - BURN is a small studio and class sizes are limited. I appreciate this especially during yoga classes. If you've attended Back Bay Yoga, you'll see familiar instructors but without being crammed into a roomful of 60 other yogis. Translation: more hands-on adjustments! Hands down, BURN is amazing addition to the Boston fitness scene. read more

I highly recommend BURN! Welcoming studio, challenging workout, really great space overall

I can only speak for the Indo-Row BURN class, but let's just say I booked my 2nd class before I even left the building. From the moment I walked in the door, Bob made me feel completely welcome and comfortable (I was a bit nervous having never used a rowing machine before). He learned my name, gave me a tour and told me his story of how the studio came to be. Class itself was probably the most fun I've ever had working out. There are only 6 machines so it's definitely intimate. Bob does a great job connecting with each student and making sure you're using the machine correctly and with good form. You do some warmup exercises and stretching, building your endurance up for the races at the end of class. 3v3, starting with a 300 meter relay and working down to 100 meters. Each race is like a quick burst, from about a minute down to ~20 seconds. And then you're done! I barely felt like I had done a 45-minute high intensity class...until I stood up, that is. What a great workout! As I said, I was so happy with the class and the studio and the instructor that I booked my next class before I even walked out the door. I didn't want to risk all the spots filling up without me, it's that good! I definitely want to try other classes, but I'm torn because I can only visit the studio 3 times a month with Classpass. I might just have to buy some extra classes... read more

If you'd like to get your ass kicked (in a good way!), BURN is definitely the place to be! Let's just say after warm up and first set of cardio in the rowing circuit, my legs were shaking! BURN Fitness works practically all your muscles, combining cardio and weights. It also gives you great ideas to do on the gym at your own, too. The instructors there are awesome and really motivate you to push harder. The burn feels so good! Two gripes... one is the shower situation ... there's only one shower, which is combined with the bathroom. Not sure how people could shower here if they were to exercise in the morning and then head off to work. The second, the drop in rates are crazy expensive! I've seen BURN on Gilt and it looks like there's a promo for $10 yoga at least. ~$20 for a 45 minute BURN class... ouch. At least they have student rate... Side note, one of the instructors Lily, has a cool accent. Sounds like a GPS voice, haha. read more

While visiting Boston, I was able to take some classes at this awesome new boutique studio. I took Yoga Burn, Tabata Burn, Bike Burn and Circuit Row Burn. Loved all of them (and felt good and sore afterwards)! The classes are intimate, and the instructors are super attentive (I love getting individual attention - Jessica was great at providing minor adjustments during yoga). My favorite class was definitely Circuit Row Burn with Jonathan. I can honestly say it was the most fun class I have ever taken (and my two friends who went with me agreed, too!). There are different workout stations, including a fancy Indo-Row machine (think Francis Underwood, House of Cards) and everyone has to rotate through each station. But there's an added "competitive" element that makes it different from any studio class I've ever taken - and Jonathan has a talent for keeping everyone motivated. Gotta check it out to know what I mean. If you're looking for a neighborhood studio "where everybody knows your name" - this is the place for you. The owners, Jonathan and Bob, are super friendly and have created a nice community vibe. Can't wait to check out the other classes...and I hear that they're continuing to expand their offerings. Dance Burn, please :) read more

I went back and forth on giving this place 3 or 4 stars and finally decided upon 3. I will say that if you ever need to contact this studio to ask a question on the phone or because you're running late, there doesn't seem to be any way to do that. I was running late for a class I signed up for and could not get in contact with anyone. The only option was to send an email which obviously didn't work given the circumstances. I did end up waiting to take a different later class since I was already there and the instructor was really nice. Shawn helped me with my bike since I had not taken spin before and was just really sweet and welcoming. I didn't go to the bathroom or changing room so I can't speak on those, but of the space I did see (the workout space and entrance space), it was a really nice studio. All in all, I wasn't wowed by the overall experience, but I would recommend taking spin with Shawn if you're in the area. She definitely brightened up my morning! read more

I bought the Gilt pass deal simply because I knew I would be on vacation for a week in Boston and I wanted to work out while I was there. Burn Studio was close to my hotel. I'm a gym/spinning/barre/yoga aficionado - I've been in a lot of spaces and tried out a lot of fitness classes: this little studio is the best! I fell in love at first sight. It is clean, stylish, uncluttered, but not too sparse or cold. It's is small enough to feel intimate and at home and yet the tall ceiling doesn't allow the space to feel tight. A great deal of careful thought has gone into this concept, and personally I would feel very proud to own a boutique studio like this. Jonathan and Bob are incredible instructors and people - they are hilarious, kind, supportive, sincere, and freakishly in shape. Every single class I took with either of them pushed me, inspired me, and made me feel better about my day. They never gave me short shrift because they knew I was an out-of-towner; they were incredibly happy that I was simply there for a few hours to work out with them. I know that they will treat you the same even if you can only afford to work out there a few times a month, but for my money, I know I'd be there more frequently. There is no question I'd have a membership at Burn if I lived in Boston. For those of you who live there - lucky ducks! read more

I've been wanting to start doing yoga regularly to balance out my running for a long time. I was super nervous about finding a class to try and how I would do in it. When I saw that Burn Fitness was opening up in the space formerly occupied by Lotus Flowers I decided to give it a try. The studio is decorated in beautiful modern furnishings, including a gorgeous chandelier as you walk in. I happened to take my class on the opening day and the studio was definitely ready for business. I was greeted by the co-owners Jonathan & Robert who were very excited about their new business and super friendly. They gave me a tour of the space and told me about the classes they'd be offering (much more than just yoga). There's a co-ed locker room downstairs with complementary locks to store your stuff in while you're in class. As it turned out, most of the people in my class were new to yoga which made me feel much more at ease as we set up to start our practice. Our instructor was Michael Ponte who was super friendly and had a really great way of explaining what we should be doing/feeling/working towards in our poses. He definitely made rounds around the class to make minor corrections to make sure everyone was getting the most out of the class. I left the class feeling really great and energized. I'd recommend anyone who is thinking about trying something new to add to their fitness regime to check out this space before it becomes super popular (which I can tell it will)! I've already signed up for the next two Thursdays. I think Burn has bit me with the yoga bug and I'm psyched. read more

I've been taking spin classes for over 10 years but I've never used a Schwinn bike until I went to Burn. By far the smoothest spin bike I've ever been on. The atmosphere/space is unlike any gym I've been to... in a good way. It's very modern and intimate. The owners Bob and John are extremely nice and helpful and the class offerings cater to all levels of fitness needs. Check it out! read more

I bought the Gilt City promotion for five classes at BURN and liked my experience so much that I purchased additional classes after my deal ended. Yes, the classes are a bit pricey, but this is the first thing that's really motivated me to do strength training since I stopped being a member of a gym. The BURNFit and Tabata classes fly by because you change exercises so often, but I feel like I've gotten a really good workout after (and I am usually quite sore the next day or two!). I'm seeing some muscle definition after only a few classes, too. Considering that I am not very good at most of the moves yet, I think these classes have potential to really help make me more fit. The only instructors I've had are Jonathan and Sarah, but I think they're both ace. Jonathan co-owns the studio and he remembered my name by my second visit, which makes me feel welcome (I keep telling myself he didn't remember me due to my awkward lifting moves). There are small lockers downstairs in the changing room, and free locks with keys are provided to use if you want. Towels are also provided, and there is a water filter for refilling your bottle. There are also hair dryers and basic toiletries if you shower there (I never have). My only complaints about BURN are that the small studio gets very crowded during the popular classes, and there are not always enough of the mid-weight dumbbells if there are a lot of students. These are pretty minor drawbacks, though. BURN gives an excellent workout. read more

Went to Circuit Row with Jonathan and it was an amazing workout! You partner up for complete 6 rounds of different exercises ( 2 of them are rowing based)! The time for each station is set by the groups currently rowing! Jonathan provided lots of encouragement and got the entire class involved with cheering on the rows. I left feeling dead but in the best way possible! The studio itself its very nice and modern with the classes upstairs along with the bathroom (small room with bathroom plus shower with Aveda products provided) There is a locker room downstairs with changing rooms and locks are provided for you to use during your class! I will 100% be back here! read more

I LOVE this place...so much that I almost don't want to leave a review because I want it to stay a hidden gem. The owners, Bob and Jonathan are great and make the classes challenging and fun. I've done personal training, yoga, tabata, a circuit rowing class and spin, and don't have one bad thing to say! The studio is clean and modern with nice amenities like free locks, towels, yoga mats and even a shower. Couldn't be happier with this addition to the neighborhood - it has a great community feel which makes it more personal than a big gym. read more

I've been coming to BURN for almost a year, ever since I've been on ClassPass. What I like most about it are the challenging workouts (they fly by) and the two passionate instructors whose classes I've had the pleasure of attending: Jonathon (the owner) and Joseph. I've joined Jonathon for Circuit Row and Joseph for Tabata when they were still doing 630pm classes on Thursdays. I think both classes are awesome! A bit nervous to try any other of the plethora they offer, but based on the 2 for 2 track record so far, I'm remiss to not try any others. The classes are good for all levels since you can easily go at your own pace, but both Jonathon & Joseph will challenge you to work past your comfort level in a really positive demeanor. Jonathon's go to line: "You're done when I say you're done, not when you're tired." The only set backs: the studio is a bit small (but they somehow always make the space work even with completely full classes) and they only offering personal training at 6am, so for full time city workers, there's no option for an AM workout - the earliest group class offered is 7am. read more

It is unfortunate that even how much I would like to try their classes, my first contact with their customer service made me decide to not even push through. I emailed them regarding my queries, despite writing very specific questions and asking them to confirm info that I have collected through their website, they failed to even acknowledge my email and replied with a very generic answer - "All your answers can be found on our website". They failed to carefully read my email and provided NO EFFORT to at least guide me to my queries. Such poor customer service is very unexpected for a place that charges a lot and claims to provide "innovative and motivating experience". read more

This place is really cool! I have a class pass and went for the 12:30 class. Very nice/new/clean atmosphere. The class was a rowing class with only 5 people in it. This was nice because you really got hands on experience. I've never rowed before so it was nice to have someone teach me. The only downside to this is that people are constantly watching you. You can't really blend in and do your own thing. The class consists of about 15 minute of free rowing and 1-3 minute intervals where you race people (this part can get intense). The workout was intense, but I left feeling like I could run or do a bit more cardio. read more

Excellent. Why in Bullet points... *No memberships or contracts *The instructor I had (Bob) was great at motivating the class but still had a sense of humor *Very clean facilities that feel more like a spa than a gym and with new equipment *45 minute classes that are tough and don't waste your time Well worth a visit. read more

Holy crap! Jonathan's Indo-Row class on Tuesday is amazing. Extremely challenging but doable and Jonathan's coaching and support will guarantee that you leave BURN with wobbly (albeit stronger) legs and in a pool of sweat. This workout is definitely a great example of "mind over matter" but if you dig in deep and listen for Jonathan's cues, you WILL get a hell of a workout! I already booked my spot for next week and this will definitely become a weekly thing for me. They provide towels and lockers with locks so just bring yourself, a waterbottle and a clear mind. read more

I have been for 2 spinning classes and loved both of them! The first class was with Bob - he's wonderful! Enthusiastic, motivational, encouraging and patient. It was my first spinning class ever and I really liked it and the whole atmosphere of the class. I liked my first spinning class so much that I went back the next week for a class with Shawn - she was equally wonderful and an enthusiastic, friendly and energetic teacher. I definitely pushed myself in the class and left feeling great. The studio itself is open and airy, with ample changing space downstairs. They provide lockers, locks and small towels for everyone. I definitely plan to make this studio part of my regular work out routine. Highly recommend! read more

I came today for the 7am class which I really really liked. The teacher was very good and taught a wonderful flow! Good things: -local business -great teacher (from Back Bay yoga and SASY) -convenient; easy parking and walk from anywhere in South End -nice, clean studio Bad things: -15 a class for a 1 hour flow (WAY TOO EXPENSIVE!). Most expensive place in South End by far -no student prices -no first time pass class -mirrors in yoga are awkward :( Otherwise good for a first time; def. cannot afford to be a regular but it's a cool spot to check out! read more

When you find a good spin instructor, you tend to follow them around the city... which sounds creepy but if anyone has every had that one instructor who can turn 45 minutes of pain into something less tortuous than you know you need to follow them around from studio to studio. This is how I found myself at Burn. When I first moved back to Boston, I began spinning at the FitCorp gym in the Pru (now a BSC), which is where I met Bob. He is hands-down one of the best spin instructors that I've ever had. He's so energetic, and very motivating and as another poster pointed out, still maintains a sense of humor. I haven't taken any other classes but since I recently signed up for ClassPass, I want to check then out. The only downside is that there are no showers, and since I don't live in the area, I can't do the early am classes. That said, the majority of the studios don't have showers so it's not something that is specific to Burn. read more

Went to my first class at Burn last week and loved it. I've recently gotten into spin and being on Class Pass have tried 4-5 studios in Boston. Burn is tied for my favorite so far. It's much more intimate than any of the other classes I've been to and Bob, the instructor, was super motivating and made class go by quickly while still providing an awesome work out. He also didn't stay on his bike the whole time but got off and sort of bounced around which was kind of a nice mix up from most places where the instructor feels sort of far off and sometimes disconnected. I went to the Friday afternoon class straight from work and it was the best way to get my weekend started. The facility was really nice and was one of the nicest I've been to. I liked the small locker room in the basement and the changing area as well. The bikes are pretty standard for a spin studio and had the monitors on them which provided RPM, calories, and resistance level which was nice. Overall, I had a great time and will definitely be back. Highly recommended! read more

Love their yoga classes as well as the unique studio space! Small class sizes, caring and talented instructors, and a very welcoming environment (rare in cold cold Boston) read more

This place just provided me with one of the best consumer experiences of my life! I am a classpass user and like to try different studios around the city. I've heard good things about Burn so was really excited about trying it out. I signed up for the Pounds and Watts class (something I have never done). I got there a bit early and during check in I was told only me and some other girl had signed up for the class even though it usually fills up (which I believe since the class before mine was full). That girl ended up not showing up so it was just me. Joseph was my instructor and he was SUPER excited about giving me a "personal trainer" session. It was a very challenging class for me but he was so energetic and kind I just wanted to keep on going. Also, it was sometimes hard for me to understand some instructions due to my lack of experience with this kind of class and English being my second language. Yet, he was EXTREMELY patient, didactic and did I mention energetic? I am a marketing professional and therefore I take consumer experience very seriously. I was glad Joseph didn't cancel the class or gave me a shorter one (something many, MANY studios would do). Also thrilled he "personalized" the class to fit my limitations and had a smile on his face throughout the workout. Can't wait to have another class at Burn and can't recommend this studio enough. read more

I went to my first class here recently and I'm glad i did! I lived in the North End previously and was part of John Wayman's Beantown Bootcamp. I loved it but when i moved to southie i didn't want to travel so far. After two years of sitting on the couch i decided to give this place a try. I like the variety of classes and that they are only 45 minutes. After my first class i purchased the three month unlimited. If you go to 3-4 classes a week these monthly unlimited packages are definitely the way to go. two reasons it lost a star was because of the price and their cancellation policy. You sign up for the class and if you cancel with less than 12 hours to go, they charge you $15. I get this is a business and there might be limited room at certain classes AND this is a common policy, but i wish they would give you a one time pass. After my first class on a Wednesday i knew id be sore and would need a day or two rest. I schedule class for friday because i wasn't going to be able to make it to the weekend classes. Unfortunately DOMS kicked in bad and at 3am friday i woke up in pain just from rolling over in bed! So i went online to cancel the class i was scheduled to attend a few hours later. Thats when i learned about the $15 ding. UGH. free pass once? This place is expensive already (175 for a month for three unlimited months). also, no assigned parking. There is two hour street parking in front of the building, but i leave early to ensure ill find a spot. Overall I'm happy and will keep coming back. read more

To be honest, I was a little hesitant when I felt they were slightly over capacity for their small studio but they somehow managed to get everyone in without feeling like sardines and so that I had enough room to feel like I could get a great work out in. I took Lily's class and LOVED her so much that I'm taking a class at Back Bay just to have her as an instructor again. read more

Can't say enough about Johnathan and his team at burn . I've had a number of surgeries on my upper and lower back ,neck ,hip and shoulder . It was really tuff getting back into any type of shape . I went to many gyms , hired trainers but nothing was working . Working with the trainers I just mentioned only seemed to cause more pain and no positive results . Until I found burn . I told Johathan about my injuries and what my goals were . He said no problem . I stated taking his classes and hired him as my trainer . not only have I lost 12 pounds of fat, not muscle, sense working with Johnathan and his team, I don't have anymore pain, I look good, and I feel great . Your really missing out if you don't give burn a short . O' and he makes the tuffest workouts fun read more

I have taken a couple BURN classes with ClassPass and had great experiences. I get part boutiquey feel and part personal/casual personal training feel. Yoga with Meghan was lovely and a great stretch and release, while Tabata with Bob was killer!!! My heart rate was climbing and I was sweating even after my shower - excellent. They have one shower there that was super nice and their workout equipment is nice too. They also have an interesting looking rowing class and spinning that I will certainly try! read more

Great new fitness studio offering both personal training and fitness classes. Both owners are super nice and very motivating. So far I've taken yoga, circuit row, and spin classes. All are great! The classes definitely have people at various fitness levels, and the instructors encourage you to go at your own pace. Everyone I have met in class are very friendly as well. Perfect if you live in the South End or work near by. read more

Wow! There's a reason BURN has an excellent Yelp rating. I guess the secret's out. Excellent classes, private training if that's what you want, fantastic instructors and owners, beautiful chandeliers, lots of sweat. BURN is also one of the few places in Boston to host the UrbanKick brand of cardio kickboxing - one of the most fun and modernized kickboxing classes I've attended. UrbanKick is huge on the west coast and is slowly coming out east. Currently class is only held once a week and can be pretty tough to get a spot in the class, they're looking at adding more UrbanKick classes soon. BURN is Also one of the few places in town with water Indo-rowers (and not those awful concept-2 rowers you see at big box gyms). Go there, you won't regret it. read more

This is a fantastic boutique studio conveniently located in the South End, close to Mass Ave and the orange and green lines. I'm impressed by their use of space and how they transform the one large studio room into whatever it needs to be for spin, row, circuit or yoga classes. I've taken all of the aforementioned except yoga and have found all the classes to be challenging but perfectly fine for both new and experienced students alike. The class sizes are small and there is a nice camaraderie among students. There is ample changing space downstairs (though only one shower and the location of the shower in the studio is a bit odd). They have plenty of towels and a refillable water station. If I lived closer to this studio, I'd definitely be a regular! read more

This place is a gem. Friendly and knowledgeable team, cozy/personal atmosphere, very fun/hard classes, comfortable schedule for those who work and very reasonable prices. I'm obssessed with this place. read more