Mod Fitness opened a gorgeous second location located just off Burnet Road. The studio is inside an…read moreadorable converted house with a similar feel of the south Lamar location but is more spacious. They also have a boutique selling nice workout clothing, grip socks and fancy water bottles. I did the hour long barre class yesterday and it was an excellent workout. Hollie instructed the fast paced class with grace and before I knew it the hour was over. They also offer other classes like Mod Burn which incorporates high intensity training and Barre 50 (shorter class). There are new client specials and I purchased an Austin Tidbits deal of 3 weeks for $49. If you like barre you will love Mod Fitness.

Want to work every part of your body in 1 hour? Want to have fun while you get your butt kicked?…read moreWant to feel so sore for days after? MOD is the place. My new favorite place for Barre classes in north-central ATX. The studio is clean, simple, small. It's a house turned fitness studio, with about 6 parking spots in back, and street parking in front. I've never had a problem finding parking, morning or evening. There is a small area for your belongings, a front desk (with a friendly face posted up), 2 clean restrooms, and the work out room. The walls are lined with mirrors and barres, of course. During the barre classes (my favorite), you will need a mat, ball, small hand weights, and a strap (all provided). You literally work every part of your body. Upper, lower, middle, front, back... you get the idea. Every time I attend, I find myself surprised at the exercises that are new to me. I'm a DVD and workout class junkie, and to learn new exercises excites me! You will work your lower half to the point of shakes and earthquakes around the barre, all by being pushed in an encouraging way. All the instructors are just awesome. I appreciate the countdown (just 8 more seconds... etc), which usually leads to an isometric hold... which leads to 8 pulses, then relax (8 more is a white lie). I leave MOD feeling like a goddess. Get your booty to the barre and get ready to work! I love MOD!

I've been a member here for many years. I'm grateful that there are now a variety of classes…read more(cardio, strength, signature and mindful flow). What I like most about this spot is the community. I have made some wonderful friends that I hang out with outside of class. They are all genuinely lovely people. Studio is clean and well-kept. Staff is very warm and eager to assist with any questions or concerns you may have. Parking is validated in the parking garage, which is great.

One of the best barre experiences I've had. I joined their cardio class and it was fantastic! The…read moreclass was filled with energy and steady movement, but the instructor allowed attendees time to grab water and take short breaks. I enjoyed the session and was excited to take my second class, which focused on strength. This class you have two different weight and bands to challenge yourself and give you the option to adjust to your needs. In both classes, the instructors either worked out with the group or walked around to ensure exercises were done correctly. I also felt it was easy for both beginners and advanced students to move at their own pace, maintain a steady heartbeat, and work up a sweat. The studio provides all equipment--just bring some non-slip socks and water to stay hydrated.

Hyde Park Gym is as old school as it gets--and I mean that in the best way. The second you walk in,…read moreit's all iron, no fluff. You feel like you've stepped into a place built for real training. I hit a chest and triceps workout and found this old-school tricep machine I've never seen before--it felt incredible. Some of the equipment looks like it's been around forever, but it still hits better than most of the polished machines at commercial gyms. Everything here is built to last and made for people who actually lift. The vibe is raw and focused. No egos, no distractions--just people putting in work. It's the kind of place that makes you want to go harder. Only real downsides: the water fountain was out of order, and there's not much in the way of cardio equipment. So bring a water bottle, and if cardio is a big part of your training, you'll need to get that in elsewhere. Still, if you're into that gritty, no-nonsense gym energy, Hyde Park delivers. Just fix that fountain and it's an easy 5 stars

Superb old-school gym that seems like it hasn't changed in 30 years. I love that. It oozes history…read moreand strength and hard work. The smarties (candy) at the counter are an excellent pre-workout energy boost. Can't wait to return.

Hitting it hard at the gym yesterday. Specific focus weights...I try to work out on weights at…read moreleast three tunes per week. I focused on upper body...as a side note, I hate working out on upper body. Yeah, I know you need to work out total body each week. Pushed through my workout and my body exhaled at the end of my routine. Observations.... This location has some of the red colored weight equipment as the top level burnet location, which was nice as the Burnet location is often pretty busy. Also, noticed of all Gold's gym locations I've visited, this location has the most merchandise for sale. Another great in the gym...

Missing the basic equipment. No stretching area, no bands…read more Newer equipment, but if poor quality. Recommend going to another golds if you're serious about working out.

I had such an amazing class! The instructor was so knowledgeable. I'll definitely be backread more

Parking is a challenge, no front desk person so instructors lock the door and go to class…read more People attending the class are unfriendly and just won't budge from their mat to make room for others - not the yogi choice to be unwelcoming. I took 2 classes - one was good and one was okay. Instructor just kept saying exhale and didn't provide clear call-outs. I was new and couldn't figure out where the equipment was - instructor paid no attention though I raised my hand. Some people in the class do their own flow/routine - which got very confusing because the instructor was walking around not demonstrating and you didn't know whom to observe and follow.

I'll start here. I am biased. 11 years I think? Ummm but wanted to say. I'm 56. Not who I was 11Y…read moreago. Blew knee out...another obsession/boxing and can't do much. Kids hate me....it's been 4 days since I worked out! So, had to get back. Booked Keith's noonish strength class and felt so much better. He helped me modify. Not a rare thing here-- any "thing" that comes up, regardless of coach, they will make sure you are not only alright but feel good about what you could accomplish. Love this community.

Dane's: great coaches, great equipment. No pressure workouts. No weird competitive nature outside…read moreof people just trying to better themselves. I'm now stronger than Dane, he hasn't acknowledged it yet, but I can see it in his eyes. I am the master now.

I go to ths gym M-Th 8-5 p.m. The employee Vivek is wonderful. The gym has a pool sauna and hot tub.read more

This gym is filthy, much of the equipment is failing, and ownership appears determined to spend the…read moreabsolute minimum required to keep the doors open. I've been coming here for 15 years, and the pattern is unmistakable: loyal members keep paying, the staff keep holding the place together, and ownership keeps cutting corners while the club falls apart around them. The trainers and frontline staff are not the problem. The problem is ownership and the standards it tolerates. This club is being treated like a cash cow. THE MEN'S LOCKER ROOM IS DISGUSTING * Bugs come out of the drains. * Showers and drains are filthy. * Hair, grime, used Band-Aids, and debris are routinely left behind. * Lockers contain hair and dirt. * Tiles are broken where people walk barefoot. * There appears to be mold in places. * Dirt and hair collect along walls, floors, fixtures, and corners. A member became so frustrated that he wrote the name of a drain-cleaning chemical directly on the wall. These are sanitation failures in a place where people shower and walk barefoot. One diligent cleaner cannot overcome weak standards, inadequate staffing, and deferred maintenance. THE CARDIO EQUIPMENT IS IN TERRIBLE CONDITION There are eight StairMasters. Four are broken. The remaining four operate roughly, with cranking, slipping, and uneven movement that can be felt while using them. Many ellipticals bang at both ends of their range of motion instead of providing smooth, low-impact movement. Powering on does not mean a machine is functioning properly. Weight machines have missing or mismatched pins, missing add-on weight pins, squeaking parts, visible wear, and repairs that can take months. THE ENTIRE CLUB FEELS CHEAPENED The personal training area is poorly lit, surrounded by stained ceiling tiles, has no mirrors, and contains equipment that looks improvised or secondhand. Trainers and members often bring in their own equipment. A useful digital clock was removed and replaced with cheap wall clocks. Small detail, same mentality: replace something functional with the cheapest substitute. The basketball court is routinely dirty, its air conditioning took months to repair, and a once-thriving pickup community has largely disappeared. The answer is not to remove the court. The answer is to maintain it. MEMBER LOYALTY HAS BECOME AN EXCUSE TO BE CHEAP Hancock remains busy because of its location, trainers, and offerings. Continued attendance does not make these conditions acceptable. People have built routines and relationships around this gym. Switching is inconvenient. Ownership seems to understand that and exploit it. The apparent strategy is to cut expenses, delay repairs, push more services, and extract as much revenue as possible while investing as little as possible back into the club. That may help the short-term bottom line, but it is damaging the gym and the brand. 24 HOUR FITNESS CORPORATE SHOULD BE EMBARRASSED Come look at Hancock Center without a corporate tour or advance warning. Look at the drains, broken tiles, showers, stained ceilings, broken StairMasters, banging ellipticals, dirty court edges, and filthy lockers. Then explain how this reflects a company that cares about the quality of its gyms. Hancock does not need another patch job. It needs real investment: deep-clean the locker rooms, repair the wet areas, service or replace failing equipment, improve the training area, maintain the basketball court, and give staff enough resources to meet a reasonable standard. This club has loyal members, good trainers, a valuable location, and a long history in Central Austin. Ownership is cutting maintenance and cleaning below the bare minimum, then greedily pocketing their profits at the expense of the gym, its members, the brand, and the community that supports it.

This was a great place until this spring. It has been closed since May. The owner was behind…read moreseveral months on rent and stopped paying the instructors. Worst of all it continued to charge the monthly membership even after the studio closed down!

V Bodies was an absolutely fabulous workout! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the…read morewarm and friendly staff. I took the Reformer Level 2 class and really enjoyed the experience, though I'm ready to level up next time for a bit more challenge. The instructor was fantastic--offering thoughtful modifications and fine-tuning our form, which is so essential in Pilates. If you're in East Austin, I highly recommend checking out this studio!