I've been going to Studio Torch since 2019. It's my favorite studio to workout at in Columbus and I…read morecould not recommend it enough. Each class is challenging and I do believe that my strength and endurance have both improved significantly. If you're someone who doesn't like running (like me), the great thing about Studio Torch is that you won't be running more than 7 minutes max. The classes are in the form of stations with varying reps, times, distances, and number of times you rotate around the room. The community and staff are also part of why I enjoy it so much. Their weekly schedule is as follows: Monday Arms and Abs, Tuesday Total Body Circuit, Wednesday Butt and Legs, Thursday Total Body Tabata, Friday Cardio and Core, Saturday Total Body, and Sunday Total Body. If you're looking to trial the place, they do a week unlimited for $10! Hands down favorite place to workout.

I've been going to StudioTorch through classpass and it is one of my preferred studios to get a…read morekiller workout in. Honestly, it does seem very intimidating your first couple of times. Every time I walk in everyone just looks so "fit" and knows what they're doing. Don't be afraid to ask questions! The employees are so nice. There are different stations such as treadmill, tower, TRX, weights, etc. It varies each time, but the instructors are good at explaining it. They've been good about extra sanitization because you keep the same spray bottle and towel with you the whole time so you won't touch what everyone else is touching. You also hang your keys so you won't have to take it around with you. It truly is a killer workout and I would recommend it. Get there 10 minutes early if you can incase you have any questions and you don't want to miss the demonstrations!

I am new to CrossFit and did not feel welcome here. The instructor was nice but did not seem to…read morecare about helping or correcting my form. It was advertised for beginner weight lifters yet everyone in the class was advanced. When I expressed my concerns to them they basically brushed me off. Will not be returning.

This is a really nice facility with a lot of nice machines, and all the people I've met are really…read morecool.

I have been an SOSer for 5 years now. Which makes it shocking that I'm just now getting around to…read morewriting review, especially since I'm such a mega-fan! I first heard about SOS from a few folks when I worked at L Brands. They had a few loyal customers with whom I worked. To be honest, I was a little intimidated when I'd see these folks post about their workouts on social media. I had thought about trying it circa 2017, but was too intimidated (my loss!). But in 2019, I ended up with a stress fracture while marathon training. I was able to barely finish my training for the NYC Marathon, which I did successfully complete in November 2019. But at that point, it was evident that I couldn't just keep running marathons without incorporating strength training into my routine. So in Christmas Week 2019, I started with the 7 class starter pack just to try it out. My first class was The Course with Kelsey. I felt comfortable because I knew Kelsey from work and luckily a few other co-workers happened to be in the class as well. I still remember during the warm up, I was thinking "dang this is tough!" And Kelsey even said "Much different than running a marathon, right Chelsea?!" She couldn't have been more spot on! I ended up feeling like the class was super tough but I was paired up with a coworker who was so supportive and kind (thank you, Shideh, if you're reading this!). By the time my 7 class pass was up, I was hooked and became a monthly member. I even joined Team Tread (their half & full marathon training program) in January to start training for the Nashville Half in April 2020. Unfortunately for me, my SOS morning routines were abruptly halted in March 2020. But luckily, my team tread registration got me into the "digital studio" which I had no idea what it was at the time. I very quickly uncovered that it's all the same studio instructors and they have recorded classes with new uploads almost daily as well as a huge library of online classes (which as you can imagine has only grown in the past 5 years). I did what everyone else was doing and immediately ordered as many dumbbells, resistance bands, and other equipment to build up a "home SOS studio" and my equipment has been growing ever since. I moved to Arizona in summer 2021, and have continued to be a dedicated Digital Studio user and advocate. Whenever I come home to Ohio (whether Cbus or Cincy), I get giddy at the thought of going to classes in person and it's a treat to choose which classes I'll take and with which instructors. I got married in June 2024 and I purchased the "Badass Bride" classes on the Digital Studio. As I was taking them and leaving comments the owner, Gretchen, messaged me and said she wanted to send me an SOS wedding gift. You'd never believe how touched I was to see a SOS tank, hoodie, sweat towel and t-shirt show up the week of my wedding. I'm still so honored by these thoughtful gifts. Someone I've never even met in person (which is hard to believe given how obsessed I am with SOS lol!) went out of their way to make my wedding week all the more special. I can honestly say SOS Digital Studio has helped me get in the best shape of my life. I feel like I personally know all of the trainers (I don't have social media anymore, but when I did, I followed all of them, so again, felt like I kew them personally). When I was in Hawaii for my wedding, SO many people were asking me about my arms and complimenting me. I kept trying to tell them about the DS and how special SOS is. I will always be a dedicated and loyal fan. It's become such a part of my routine that I'm on Christas Break now with my husband in Kansas (where he's from) and I've brought my ankle weights, light weights and loop bands just so I can get some classes in. Thank you, Gretchen and team for helping me be the best version of myself every day! Can't imagine what I'd do without the DS and my SOS training crew! (Only word of advice to newbies- the System DOES work! Don't skip out on any classes. As you can imagine, being a marathon runner, I favored all of the cardio classes. But it wasn't until I really started incorporating High & Tight as I prepared for my wedding that I noticed the chiseled arms that I'd always wanted. It's a well-rounded program that works wonders as long as you incorporate ALL of the classes).

Tried out SOS for the first time at a high and tight class. The instructor was upbeat and the space…read moreis really nice! It was my first time there but I got no introduction to the studio or space and didn't feel very welcomed. The class itself was ok - it's under infrared so I got a decent sweat but I'm not sure the workout itself was as hard as my sweat would lead you to believe (no second day soreness). The instructor said it was a old class layout they tried to revamp so I'd be willing to give it another shot but the overall format/moves felt like they were trying to do too much and less cohesive. Four stars mostly based on reputation alone as I've heard great things from others and think it may have been a one off experience.

Bill Brown is the absolute king of Fit Camp. This specialized intensive training program allows…read morepeople of all fitness levels - and I do mean ALL LEVELS - to come together, and encourage each other to improve their personal fitness. Arena District Athletic Club is a clean, well provisioned environment, the staff are helpful, friendly, and welcoming. Machines and weights are very well maintained. Spacious locker room areas are tidy and comfortable. This is a great location nearby downtown for area office workers who need to do some dedicated fitness work.

Stopped in today on a business trip. Excellent facility. Well maintained with every variation of…read morestrength equipment. Modern showering area with towels readily available. Recommend 10/10.

Overpriced. Oversold memberships. Every time I go after work its packed. Its a tiny gym for…read more$70/month. Every machine is being used the weight room is packed. You literally cant get a workout in. Im paying $70/month to not be able to work out. On top of that, the "30-days before they cancel your membership" after you've requested cancelation is just a BS way to charge you another $70 before you leave them. Lasty, dont use their lockers because they malfuntion constantly and you cant get your stuff out. Nothing like waiting around forever on a maintenance person so you can get your car keys and leave. This happened to both my wife and i on separate occasions. This gym sucks...

I visited the open gym using a $10 day pass. That price is fantastic, and I was able to get access…read moreto the gym even during non-staffed hours which was a surprising win. They have a decent sized space, and the equipment is well maintained and thoughtfully placed. You can definitely get a good workout in, especially if your workout mainly consists of dumbbells and/or racks - they have more than enough of each. As a daily driver where you've crafted your workouts around the equipment they have, this would be a great 5-star gym. That said, as a visitor I found that they're missing a lot of machines that are table-stakes for a bodybuilding gym, and that made my experience personally frustrating. I have a workout plan that uses what I'd consider to be very standard machines, but found myself having to have to make multiple modifications throughout the workout. In one "pull day", I had to find substitutions for more than half of my exercises - they don't have a preacher curl bench (how?), nor do they have a pec deck (how?), nor do they have that large, versatile Life Fitness jungle that has like 8 pulleys around it. It was increasingly disappointing as I kept running into the issue over and over again. The location and facility is nice enough that I'll probably continue to use it during my travel, but... somewhat begrudgingly.

Orange Theory Fitness Grandview is the kick in the butt I needed. I have never paid so much for a…read morefitness membership. After doing my first class I realized that it is basically paying for a personal trainer. That made it easier to justify the monthly fee. Unlimited classes are included in my membership along with an app. That app is how you book your classes. If the class is full, you can get on a wait list. I will let you know that if you no show for a class you are scheduled for they will charge you $12. That I have found is a great motivator to wake up and be at the 5am class I am signed up for. You can cancel a class, but it has to be cancelled at least 8 hrs before the class starts. I have gone to the gym for years on my own and I have never worked as hard as I do when I step into the gym at Orange Theory. The coaches do a great job in pushing you, but with encouragement. The group that surrounds you in class also pushes you to want to compete and finish the workout strong. My favorite instructor is Nick. He really pushes me but in such a positive way. He always finds a way to motivate me to dig deeper. I appreciate his instruction. I love attending classes at Orange Theory!!! Stop in and try a class out. Tell them Fawn sent you.

Honestly would be interested in this place if it were not for the amount of times they texted and…read morecalled me! Definitely not the best marketing strategy for Orange Theory :)

Ridiculous subscription system that makes it very difficult to cancel membership. Also classes are…read morevery overpriced

Got my you-know-what kicked into high gear from the get-go!!!…read more Love the coaches here - encouraging and enthusiastic without being pushy. They are also very engaging at the front desk and are helpful over the phone. The payment plans could have been laid out a bit better, but hey, we got there. It's an amazing place to get your workout on and that runners high. I threw up the first time (I'm severely deconditioned hahaha) but they were really attentive and made sure I was okay. I've come back time and time again already. Make sure to book in advance - classes are all almost full! Also, they give you wipes to clean your stations and also do their own wipe downs! Masks most mostly all off during the workouts but you're spaces apart and it is very well ventilated.

ETA: The Athletic Cos privately responded to my review, and I'm adding their notes in parenthesis!…read more I like this gym because it's quaint and professional, it almost feels like an upgraded apartment gym. Peak hours are packed but otherwise it's relatively empty. Addressing the remediation trucks pictured: the ceilings leak like crazy when it rains. These remediation trucks come in all the time, but I never see the crew working on anything so they must be working on the apartments above/next door. (ETA: TAC assured me there are no leaks, and if this is true then I speculate it's water bottle-related user error; still something to keep in mind since I mainly notice it during rainy times) I was prompted to write this review because I noticed how much this building lacks AC. I could tell it was trying in the summer time, but the ceiling fans are carrying. Now, It's unnaturally warm for this time of the year (almost 75°f) and there seems to be no AC at all... it's suffocating. (ETA: They addressed this and assured me they're trying their best, which I respect-- especially since the tall ceilings probably make it harder to maintain temps) There's no water fountain, just a bottle refilling station that offers cold water, room temp water, and occasionally they carry bubbly water (however often times the bubbly water's not working and when it does work it lacks the static electricity mouthfeel I like, it's very wimpy). There's a 'vending' machine with Bloom/Alani/protein drinks but the card slot to pay broke months ago and now users must 'see an attendant' to retrieve anything at all but more often than not the gym is totally unstaffed, even during peak and business hours. (ETA: apparent theft problems caused this change, but I wish there was just a normal vending machine; additionally, they're now keeping their eyes on the lack of bubbly) The equipment almost always works, but sometimes a treadmill or two is out of order. The showers lack any sort of separation from the rest of the bathroom, so if someone's showered at all recently, the whole floor is wet. Womp womp. But they keep the bathroom stocked with toiletries (shampoo/conditioner/body wash/flossers/q-tips/hair bands for pony tails). The bathrooms seem pretty clean, but some of the equipment needs TLC. I see cleaning crews every once in awhile, but they always come in the middle of the day so it feels like you've got to dodge the dude with a vaccuum in the middle of the gym-- but hey, at least it's getting clean. (ETA: they do fix equipment swiftly, the treadmill that was out yesterday is fixed today, yay!) The employees are friendly when they're staffed, greeting hello and saying goodbye. The gym's connected to Bada Bean and Booze, but don't get your hopes up; the hours are limited (closing at 3PM I believe). You can access the gym through Bada when open, but sometimes (and more often than not, lately) the door from the gym to Bada is locked during business hours so you've got to go OUTSIDE outside to access the garage when the workout's complete, even during hours that Bada's open and operating. It's a first world problem, but I don't like my shoes getting wet or getting rained on. (ETA: I believe they said they only keep the door from the gym to Bada open when the gym's staffed, which makes sense) Otherwise, would reccomend this gym. I'm a savvy shopper and this gym gives me everything I want. Just had to knock off a few points for the little headaches I've run into as a regular. (ETA: gave extra points for prompt response, they even included ways to reach them directly -- much appreciated!)

From the owner: 24/7 gym with brand-new state of the art equipment, free on-site parking and reciprocal access to…read moreall locations.

The owner "Rob" was too shy to ask if I was paying my gym dues, so he kept asking my last name…read more When I signed up I told him I'd be paying via cashapp so the name wouldn't be the same. So he decided to take a years worth of payments. Then kick me out, and not even prorate my money. Classy. And decided to kick out anyone I was training with, just out of the blue one day. And I have a recording of every time I trained there. The way he speaks to ppl. Couldn't ask for a worse boxing ambassador..... again, personally, never been to such a hostile gym with a negative environment. But that's IMHO. Some ppl like that type of place I suppose.

Inspired every time I set my feet through the door. This is a gym filled with people from all walks…read moreof life -- young guys who are using boxing for off-season football training, young professionals that are working out stress from the day job, people who get bored at a traditional gym, boxers who are training and competing, and former boxers who are coaching groups and mentoring people up. Every time I've gone in I've found my self-motivation to increase matched or pushed higher by the energy from the staff and the people around me. Learning the form, consistently going back, knowing your limits but not being afraid to push beyond it -- you'll find all of that energy here. I still hold a Snap Fitness membership. It's comfortable. I am committing to Pilger's twice a week just to make sure I'm pushing myself to grow.

I didn't use this place. I only checked it out because of a friend. He suggested I look into it…read morebecause he thought it would fit what I was looking for. He uses it and he is in great shape for an older gentleman. We are both 66 yrs old. I will probably join soon !!!

Im sure if you have had a normal experience with life you may have not ran into any issues with…read morethis business. I learned today that this is a family owned business so as far as being able to contact corporate or someone higher up, it will not happen. The contract states if you cancel within 30 days of a NEW subscription you will be issued a refund. My good people the manager canceled my subscription the 21st of March and never issued a refund. She's dodged my calls and FINALLY sent me a email back not including the 30 days refund policy for new members and also advised since it's been 30 days my contract is no longer in the system.. I don't think that would hold up in court that documentation I signed feb 28th is not there. If you don't need to cancel you may be fine, but if ANYTHING happens you probably should just go through your bank.