Harbor Athletic Club has been a wonderful place for our family for several years now. The staff in…read moregeneral are great but there will always be a special place in our hearts for all those who run the kids programming. Within a week or two, they knew our kids names and welcomed them as they came in the door. Highly recommended! The space got a major remodel in 2020.

I'm 64 and the past several years have been very stressful. While "exercise and eat right" are…read moremantras in public health, it's hard to do when one has chronic pain and stress. I found Harbor last October. The warm pool has helped me exercise without the pain of other workouts. I've lost 30 pounds in 9 months and I have made friends with some true "early birds" who make my time there even more enjoyable. The staff and patrons are truly an exception to my experiences with other gyms. I feel welcomed, not judged, and so happy with my personal progress. Thank you HAC.

My very first impression was that there was no parking lot or street parking but once I entered I…read morefound that club members get access to the building parking garage. This place was well lit and clean. They seem to place high importance in keeping their equipment wiped down as each machine had its own bottle of cleaner. I'm guessing they read the past reviews and stepped up their game. There were ample lockers, and bathrooms. The entrance was a tad difficult to spot as the address is Segoe Street but the entrance was a bit up on Frey. This location is much nicer than either of the larger east, west, or Fitchburg gyms, with up to date equipment. I'm a third shifter, so I was there from 3-4:30am.

Xpress P Club offers good essential equipment for those who are unable to go to the main locations…read more There are 2 smith machines, 3 benches for dumbbell press etc, a cybex cable machine, a lot of accessory machines, 8 treadmills, 8 ellipticals, and 2 stair master machines. It's generally not crowded so you're able to find the equipment you want to use for your workout without waiting. The staff are super friendly and overall it's a great atmosphere for a quick session. Only critique is I wish there was a bench press/stand alone barbell that wasn't a part of the smith machine.

Wife and I were in town for the CrossFit Games in Madison. We wanted a gym that, if we could…read moreactually find it, would be a "hybrid" between CrossFit and a regular gym. Holy crap we found it - literally - with Hybrid Athletic Club! Want to do CrossFit stuff with turf, sleds to push/pull, ropes (both hanging and battle), dead balls, wallballs, a rig, GHDs, rowers, you name it? Got it. Want to do standard bodybuilding with dumbbells, barbells, basic selectorized machines or regular cardio on ellipticals or treadmills or step mills or an air bike or ....? Got it! The two women who own it are super nice and it's obvious they are REALLY trying to do well by their members. In the mind blown category, as if what I already said isn't enough, one of the owners, who is OBVIOUSLY a MUCH better person than me, remembered my name from the previous day. Huh? Yep. She came over to me as I was foam rolling and said "Hi David" - think about that, I'm in town for three days, I'll never have a full on membership there due to where I live, and she remembered my name. Hell, I go to the LA Fitness 3x/week and I can't even get the counter person to say high when they are HOLDING the fob scanner 18 inches away from me! It gets even better. They are a 24/7 facility with fob access. So we got a fob, paid the very reasonable fee for our three days of use and we were all set - we could come and go as we pleased, any day or time we wanted. That's almost weird it's so good - since it wasn't a globo Anytime Fitness and the like. The 2nd day I saw something I've NEVER seen in my 33 years as a gym rat and probably NEVER will again. There was a CrossFit class going on AND there was figure/bodybuilding/physique posing clinic going on in other areas of the gym. Think about THAT - CrossFit and physique co-existing in the same building? Yep - and since I love both it was pretty freakin cool to see. We will definitely be back to this facility when we return next year - this is OUR gym while we're in town now. We just wish there was such a place in Springfield. If I had more than two thumbs I'd give it more than two thumbs up - same goes for the five stars.

I initially wrote a review Fall 2011 and it was recently removed because I didn't come back to…read moredirectly update with "my first hand experience." Fair enough and my apologies for overlooking that by including my update in the Fit Fresh review. Hybrid shows real results via several ads that run in the WSJ. I was willing to pay the cost to join for those results in the time frame I had to complete. The bonus: I had a friend complete the program and although he's male (and men lose weight faster) I saw the same results in him and took his feedback to heart. So I was really excited to start the meal plan first and complete my bootcamp contract out then go over to Hybrid. My personal experience: The place appears to be clean and well kept. Hybrid Fitness apparently excutes the BCOR bootcamp committment in this area until someone else is able to handle the downtown/east/suburbian areas. I signed up with Bcor anticipating the start of my experience at the end of July 2012. Because of my previous experience and most recent email contact I decided this may not be smart to attend. I got unnerved after receiving a Yelp email that the Fit Fresh review received a response, but it was removed (no real issue there) + I received a harrasing message referring to my review via my inbox. So combine that inbox message with the removed message - call me smart to be nervous and suscipicous. Now, I'm over my fears of the Yelp stalker or at least the fears don't outweigh my hope in meeting my new deadline before having to report back to the unit. To that end, I'll report back in 90days how the workouts go.

Nice place to workout. Lots of cardio equipment (typical for all gyms) but with a fair amount of…read morefree weights, resistance machines and area for stretching, core workouts, HIIT training, etc... I will say that it is a bit dark inside. The lighting is dim and lights are few and far between. Plus, it doesn't seem like the moles that dwell there like to open the curtains either, even during nice days. Two other negatives of mine: 1 - they crank the A/C. It's almost as if you're walking into a fridge in warm, summer days. 2 - their radio plays from an alarm clock on the back wall, not very much sound at all if you choose to go without your own music. I will say that some days it seems to be social hour with some of the staff and their buddies around the squat racks and deadlift areas. Just keep your chin high and persevere, my friends! Lol Good place to workout.

During COVID-19 they do not require masks or require their members to practice safe distancing…read more They say they do, but when they are shown that some members have masks on the top of their head for the entire workout (yes, like a hat!) and/or under their chin for the entire workout, they DO nothing about it. Since there is video throughout the club---it's a pretty simple task to handle if safety was even something remotely a concern. Not. It's apparently all about the monies. Sad. For social distancing, most younger members do not respect the '6 feet' recommended safe distance in any shape or form. Some do, but most don't. Most are too busy with their phones stuck in their face to have any consideration for the health of others. Sad. Pretty much most/all the older club members (50+) have disappeared from the club ....and I doubt they will be quick to return, if ever. Sad. Staff members are now only one day a week (Wed) from 12-7pm. Consider some place else.

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! :)

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 LOVE THE GYM. I have been telling all my close friends about how much I like Orange Shoe so now…read moreI'm telling you strangers. There are all ages and fitness levels in the classes and everyone gets a great workout every time. It's not a competitive atmosphere-- somewhere between the "honor where your body is" vibe of a yoga studio and "drag this tire across the parking lot with you teeth, you pansy" vibe of Crossfit. They're not selling any protein powders or branded shit-- it's just about having a good workout and pushing yourself. FITNESS: you can do 1-1s or small group workouts. Small groups have anywhere between 2 and 12 other humans and most classes are a circuit type training which I love because it's not boring and the time goes fast. Lots of props around, but simply used so you're spending half the time figuring out how to work equipment. Are you new to fitness? Okay you'll be sore AF, but it'll be fun. Are you a workout queen? Whatever, you'll be sore too or else you're not trying. SPACE: The gym space itself is cool-- there are multiple room for different size groups and 1-1 sessions. Windows for the nature people, barnwood floors if you jam in the yoga room, and a non-contrived industrial decor vibe throughout. The bathrooms are always clean and comfortable. GOD BLESS YOU ORANGE SHOE FOR PROVIDING TOWELS. And hair ties. STAFF: I also like the trainers, which is probably worth mentioning. Everyone does a great and consistent job of being positive and also motivating. I hate being yelled at when I'm working out since it's hard enough without some manic workout king yelling about how you can do better than that. The trainers here can certainly deliver an ass kicking, but they also smile and say "good work" and adjust your form and other helpful stuff like that. The good team is obviously a testament to good management and training. They feel like a true team, but not in a gross culty way where you if you're new to the gym it's going to be weird like there's already a dynamic established and you're an outsider. Try it! Just don't start with Brent's class on day 1. ;)

I did individual personal training sessions at Orange Shoe for over 2 years and can't recommend it…read moreenough -- I would still be going there if I hadn't moved out of the area. The team is knowledgeable, energetic, encouraging, and endlessly friendly. I got a huge amount of value in the time I spent there and I'll be forever grateful.

I have had back problems for over 20 years. I checked out the Foundation Training books from the…read morelibrary and tried doing the exercises on my own, but something wasn't quite right. YouTube helped a little, but there is a lot going on in each exercise, and I wanted to make sure I was doing the exercises correctly. So, I went to the Foundation Training website and found Mona's (one of the Studio Melt owners) name - she is one of only two Foundation Training practitioners in the area. Two weeks after taking Foundation Training classes at Melt my back was better. Regular classes have helped it say healthy. There is nothing like it in town, and Mona explains every exercise in great detail, gives constant cues and will come around and correct your form in every class. You buy a class pass and attend as you please. There are other services and classes at Melt too (Yamuna ball rolling for example), but I only do the Foundation Training classes regularly. I tried Yamuna ball rolling once and also liked it. Melt and Mona have been a life saver.

This is a small, beautiful, classy little gym and fitness studio. I was in town visiting my college…read moredaughter and Mona, the owner and instructor of many classes, welcomed me warmly. I initially came in looking for Nia, which is a fantastic dance/fitness/non-impact aerobic technique. She is a great Nia teacher! Nia is an amazing and fun way to exercise (more at http://www.nianow.com) and this is the ONLY place in Madison where you can do it. I also stayed for a Body Chisel class which was awesome, unique and just the right amount of challenging. I got a GREAT workout and wish that Melt studio was in my own city. They offer great classes as well as personal training, which seemed very impressive, attentive and excellent. Five stars! I highly recommend!!!

Great staff, great location. I was first introduced to Barre Code during a promotion week, and it…read morewas absolutely packed. Even when the room is full, the class is well taught. I've had a few classes where instructors will go off beat or make minor errors, but that's human. Favorite is Brawl, and the normal barre is a close second. I used to arrive very early to class, but I've learned just 10 or 5 minutes early is ok; they don't open the floor 10 minutes until class anyway. You can keep up, or modify your workout to your comfort. I hurt my back one time, and the instructor worked closely with me to modify the moves. Parking in this location can get tight, but there's plenty of street parking. Much better than trying to find parking downtown. I highly recommend this place! If you don't enjoy a certain style of class, attend another one; there's plenty to try from!

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!