Wonderful Pilates studio in the heart of downtown Madison. I have worked with Vanessa and Catie for…read morethe past 2 years. Amazing workout. Catie keeps each workout customized to your needs and works the muscles I did not know I had! Her approach to Pilates is very fresh, yet keeps traditional methods on the forefront. She really made me reach a potential I did not know I had! I recommend anyone needing a great work out, a good mood boost and just a magnificent Pilates stretch, don't wait to reach out to them!

Vanessa and Pilates Central are fantastic. The studio is beautiful and the instructors are…read moreknowledgeable. I have done classes and private sessions and both have been effective and fun.

This is the real deal. A brilliant riff on an old school style gym mixing no-nonsense timeless core…read more"core" excercises with directed and smart "personal" training and coaching. F.I.T's emphaisis on strength training was a revelation to me as is the class model: six or so clients work out in a session and are encouraged/ coached/inspired/congratulated/trained and under the watchful eye of several of the terrific staff: Max, Sarah, Analise and Luke. Can't say enough about the deep accessible professionalism of everyone there. Seriously: this place is life changing.

I joined FIT in June and love it. I keep coming back, which says a lot!…read more On numerous occasions my PT has mentioned what a great job they do with exercise substitutions. She also recently said, "Those are great exercises." and "They really know what they are doing". My chiropractor has told me I'm in the best shape he has ever seen me. The coaches are great and the atmosphere is welcoming. I really am enjoying getting stronger with my new "gym friends"!

I started practicing yoga at Karma Flow about nine months ago (the studio is located inside The Fit…read moregym on Monroe Street). I had done a little yoga on my own, but had never really gone to a class. I met Kellie Kaddatz through personal training, and she encouraged me to try one. Since then, I've gone every week - sometimes two or three times, if I can fit it in! Kellie is a wonderful teacher, and she creates a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere. She offers Peaceful Flow as well as Power Flow classes, so there are options for beginners as well as more advanced students. Mats and props are available for use at the studio. I can't say enough good things about Kellie. She's kind and caring, and wants to show you how yoga can improve your life. She's truly someone that has helped me to change mine. She offers her classes on a pay-what-you-can basis, so there's no reason not to come by. I'm very glad that I did.

Highlights/Lowlights…read more 1) tough workouts 2) some really friendly staff 3) deals available on groupon occasionally We did the groupon for two which was an incredible deal! We thought the groupon was for a six week membership to the gym, however upon arriving for our consultation we found out that it was actually just for the boot camp classes. Th boot camp classes are offered 4-ish times per week. The staff person who helped us out at our consultation (required) was just ok. Not overly friendly and seemed annoyed by the questions I was asking. However, the trainer who led our classes during our short membership at Monkey Bar was great! She really pushed all of us to do our best while maintaining great form. The classes themselves are really challenging but a great work out! The workouts change so you only do the same workout 2X per 4-6 week period. I know that sans groupon Monkey Bar is pricy. Unfortunately we found that the gym equipment wasn't super nice and the space itself could use a refresh. Good workout by quite pricy compared to what you would get from other gyms in the area for the same price. Overall, definitely worth a try but maybe try and find a deal to see if you like it first!

I bought the groupon for Monkey Bar Gym and I was extremely nervous (as I am not a particularly fit…read moreperson), and now I am definitely going to get a membership. When you first sign up they require you to come in for an initial consultation. They will show you around and give you information about how the classes work and what to expect etc. This is a great time to ask any questions you may have and learn how the facility runs so you don't feel so lost on the first day. The trainers recommend a plant-strong diet and encourage all participants to log their workouts. I had my initial consultation with Raquel. She was amazingly helpful, and encouraging. It was nice to know one of the instructors before I had even taken a class! They post the daily workout on a whiteboard so you can check it out before class starts. They also have a binder that has all the workouts for the month, if you like to look further ahead. The workouts change all the time so you're never bored. Monkey Bar does a wonderful job of explaining/modeling how to do each exercise. They make it a point to go over every exercise you will be doing before participants begin the workout. The whiteboard also has a section that is divided into "stability" "strength" and "power". Here they have suggestions for modifications/challenges for participants who want to tailor their workout. The trainers are always helpful when it comes to finding an alternate exercise. The trainers and members at Monkey Bar are very friendly. They ask you to get with a partner for some exercises and I have had no trouble finding a partner and striking up a friendly conversation with them. Members often say encouraging things to one-another during the workouts as well. One day after the workout I was getting a drink and a man (who I believe is an owner, or at least another trainer I hadn't met) asked me if I had recently joined. I told him yes and he enthusiastically welcomed me. Overall, Monkey Bar is great. The workouts can be very intense but I always feel invigorated afterward. Great experience! :)

This is one of my favorite places to work out, they've rebranded to Mad Fit Club and branched off…read morefrom the main franchise, but have kept up with the classes, schedule, and vibe. My favorite class is Fight, fka Brawl, which is basically zumba kickboxing. They switch up the routine on a weekly basis and Tori is the best instructor. The music playlists are fun and it's a super clean space that also offers normal barre classes, boot camp, and HIIT workouts. If you are looking to switch up your workout routine, definitely check this place out!

Complementing the downtown location that opened in 2016, the Barre Code has opened a second studio…read moreon the west side! The studio space is huge! The studio is located on the main floor of the relatively new apartment complex. The staff rotates from the Downtown and West location. Has all the same amenities as the Downtown, but with a kids room available for mommies to also come and sweat! Also, there is PARKING! A major plus here to not have to worry if you will find parking. I love this studio just as much as I love the Downtown one, but this one is conviently located for me and has become my new stomping grounds.

If you have an iPad/iPhone and you haven't downloaded the Dragonfly Hot Yoga App, you need to do…read moreit...NOW. It is super user-friendly and beautifully designed. Want to make a recurring reservation? No Problem. Want to purchase another 20-class pass? Tap, tap, done. Forget the directions to your favorite yoga studio? BOOM. You got that too. The app allows you to see a full schedule of classes for both the Fitchburg/Middleton locations and keep track of the classes you have signed up for. You even have the option of adding the class to your personal calendar after you've signed up. All of this, right at your fingertips, literally. Since I downloaded the app, I haven't logged into Dragonfly's website from my laptop once! Pretty sweet, right? Bravo, Dragonfly, bravo! How I wish all yoga studios would do this for their dedicated yogis. Great job with the app development, Dragonfly! (:

Love multiple class options - have specials for new members. Can get a trial to make sure you like.read more

I attend pretty regularly at the Downtown location and the staff makes it worth the membership. All…read moreof them, especially Gina and Charlotte, are extremely friendly and willing to talk and make each class feel personalized, even though it's for a group. I always recommend to my friend, great way to stay active as a full time student

I have to say I just went in to the Middleton location to sign up for a monthly membership. The…read moredoor was open and when I walked in the gal behind the counter gave me a "you don't belong here look" and said "Hello" with the tone of a question. I asked if they were open because it felt really weird and uncomfortable and she said I'm just about to close up. It really isn't warm and welcoming from my first impression. I'll maybe get a pass instead to make sure it's not like what I just experienced.

I absolutely love perennial. The yoga instructors have such special and individual practices, yet…read moreall of them offer something great. One of the best yoga studios in Madison!

I have been to this studio numerous times over the years. The teachers are really motivating and…read moreenergetic in their classes. I especially love the variety of classes offered throughout the week. I love Amy's kundalini class. It's a treat to have kundalini classes available in Fitchburg. Katie's gentle yoga class is usually very balanced and perfect anytime of the day. Keith and Sean offer some awesome vinyasa classes to work up a great sweat. If power yoga is your speed, there's quite a few options to choose from also. I can go on and on about all of the instructors and how great they are... You'll have to go and see for yourself! The views over the prairie are really amazing and peaceful. The outdoor trail behind the building is really nice to stroll along before or after class. It's really nice when they open the doors on nice weather days to hear the birds outside. They offer mats and props to use for their classes. I like that there's a cafe to grab something to eat/drink before or after class. It's a vegan cafe with lots of options to fill you up. Sometimes, the classes fill up and I've been turned away multiple times. They do have an online class registration app that's handy to use. I suggest doing so to get a space in class.