This place is the BEST! My roommate and I are in love with tribe!!! Hands down, we LOVE…read moreJanelle..she is such a incredible motivator and we cannot believe how fit we have become (I am down 12lbs!!!!...plus it is a much needed mental release!!) Ashley & Maura are also two of our other faves but the entire staff is great! I was really nervous to get back into working out & have been to some gyms where I have felt very uncomfortable. Not tribe though! They are super welcoming, and really good with modifications and understanding past injury limitations which I really appreciate (especially Janelle). I cannot rave about this place enough!!! There is something really special about tribe! I noticed in some other posts that there was confusion about wiping bikes after class..the staff cleans the bikes and the mats/weights after every class which is why we don't do it ourselves. This isn't the YMCA...they told us the staff does this on our first day when we arrived...plus with the prices we pay I would hope we would not have to clean our own equipment..so thank you tribe staff!! I am super appreciative that I can get ready for work here too.. it is a game changer for me since I work two minutes from the gym but live about 20 mins away. There is plenty of space to change and lay out makeup & clothing plus they have hairdryers in the changing rooms. If you are looking for a positive community, fantastic work-outs, and to be supportive of small businesses this is the place to be. No question!

I've been going to Tribe for many years now, and with certainty I can share what truly sets this…read morestudio apart is Janelle. She is a positive, motivational leader who pushes you to give your best each and every class. She is knowledgeable about technique and form, and cares deeply about your progression. The studio offers a great balance of cardio and strength training with both spin and TRX classes offered. Each and every session leaves me feeling exhausted and sweaty, yet stronger and motivated to come back-- and push myself further the next time. There is a great group of folks that make up the Tribe family. It's a group that welcomes and encourages no matter what level you are. Do yourself a favor and try Tribe. Along with a sweaty shirt, you'll leave the studio with a smile and a feeling of accomplishment.

I love Core Barre Studio so much. This is the first workout I have ever consistently stuck with. I…read morehave been going since they opened and have never stopped, even through pregnancy! A huge part of the reason for that is the community at Core! It's the best. The instructors are so kind and amazing. Sue, Donna, and Annie are the best, and you truly feel like a part of the family when you go there. The workout itself is challenging and has made a huge difference for my body and how I feel. The music is awesome, and I appreciate that the instructors always change it up but also throw in old favorites. Also, the instructors do everything they can to help you-- make adjustments, offer modifications, and added challenge. The workout is a great value, and I can't recommend Core Barre enough!

its near my house so i gave it a try and im bad at pilates but they kindly helped me. ^^read more

I started at Pilates Defined several years ago for weekly private sessions and have now added…read moreReformer class as well as virtual Mat classes. The instructors are all incredibly knowledgeable as they take into account each client's physical status. They honor the authentic Pilates methodology which is refreshing in today's world where it's fashionable to say you take Pilates. I highly recommend!

I have been going to Pilated Defined for about 2 years now. I can't say enough great things about…read morethe owner Jessica and the other instructors. The studio has a welcoming energy and all who work there are passionate about their clients health. I started going just once or twice a week. I now am there 3x per week at least!

This gym is the best. No one is overlooked. Deb is welcoming and she and her staff made me feel…read morewelcome from the start. I have take barre, kickboxing and spinning. I feel encouraged and get a great workout. The studio is super clean and there are extra amenities in case you forgot something. I can't recommend Lifer enough!o

I noticed that not many people have written enough about Lifer but I am in love with this gym. They…read morewere so kind and very understanding to my physical needs. They were also great with giving other modifications when needed. I went with my mom and she loved it, everyone was so welcoming and very open. I would recommend this studio if you are looking for a gym!

I checked out Barre 44 during the Passport to Avon promotion. I absolutely LOVED it! The space is…read moreclean, cute, and Danielle is the best cheerleader. It was a hard workout for me but very fun...just what I needed!

This studio is life-changing. I've been coming here for almost a year, which is amazing given that…read moreI've never stuck with a workout routine... unless going up the stairs at the mall counts? Extremely knowledgeable instructors keep everyone motivated to work out with fun music and frequent routine changes. Class pace is quick and energizing, with lots of cardio, unlike some barre classes I've tried where you just ambiguously tuck your pelvis for a while. The studio has a cozy feel and is also a really functional space that doesn't get overcrowded because advance booking is required. Classes are definitely challenging (esp barre power) but the instructors always give examples of how to modify so that people of all fitness levels can succeed. Two years later, and I still love Barre 44. The new studio space is super-airy and light, but still manages to feel cozy and inviting. With the recently-added trampoline cardio class, good luck getting rid of me!

I absolutely love barre3! I got hooked after taking one of their free Sunset Sweat classes and…read morehaven't stopped going since. The studio is so beautiful and bright, each staff member is incredibly friendly, and the place has such a great energy overall. I have tried other studios, but nothing even comes close to this. I drive an hour and a half round trip just to take classes here. The intensity of classes and supportive community is worth it. I have suffered from intense chronic pain for the past 13 years and going to class here on a regular basis has given me more relief than anything else I've tried. You have to give barre3 a try!!

I really liked this class. I do barre3 in New York so I'm no stranger to the workout but I found…read morethat the instructor I tried on Saturday morning was so nice and led a really great workout that balanced cardio, weights, and strength training perfectly. She also had a really fun playlist - better than other barre3 classes I've done before for sure. The studio itself is really pretty and bright with a good amount of merchandise for sale. It's a nice open room with lots of mirror real estate. The class itself was more crowded than what I'm accustomed to in New York and I found myself bumping into my neighbor a couple times which was uncomfortable. Imo they would really benefit from reducing the class sizes by 5-10%. I was also a little frustrated by the conflicting info on their website which said in two different places that all equipment was provided, and then separately that you were responsible for bringing your own mats and props. As it turns out, equipment IS provided, but that should really be updated for clarity's sake. All in all, a good and fun workout and I'll be back, but some frustrations with the studio as a whole.

Having met Mindy at another yoga event, I knew that this Flow in the Dark class would be an…read moreexperience. And she did not disappoint. The class was so much fun. They gave us glow in the dark bracelets and necklaces to wear, accompanied by a great playlist, Mindy lead us through the yoga session. There were laughs, sighs and left feeling amazing. I wrangled my BF into going too. He was surprised at how challenging yoga was and said he would do it again. Hartford Sweat's facility was beautiful. Having not been there before, I used my GPS to find the place. It is kind of tucked away. But I found it and I wasn't disappointed when the elevator doors opened up and I entered the facility. It was clean and beautiful. The rooms are standard yoga size, not huge rooms, but accommodating for the class that I attended. If planning on taking a class, I would highly recommend that you book in advance just to make sure you can get a spot in the class. Also, plan on getting there a bit early, say 10-15 minutes to get a decent spot or if you're meeting friend(s) there. Otherwise, you will have to ok with being next to yogis that you don't know. They have towel and yoga mat rentals, as well as sell water if you forget. FYI, the class I attended was heated. Not Bikram yoga hot, but it was warm. That was the only thing I can remember the BF commenting on. He was worried that the heat would be too much. I always forget to tell people, "Oh hey, the classes at the studio are always heated." It has become the norm when attending yoga classes lately to find that most/all are swaying toward heated sessions.

I recently tried a class at Hartford Sweat and it was such a great experience. The instructor…read morecreated a really relaxed atmosphere, so even as a beginner I didn't feel out of place. The class was a good mix of stretching and light challenge, and I left feeling refreshed instead of exhausted. Everyone there was super welcoming which made it even better.

I've been to many gyms throughout my life, from the local YMCA, to planet fitness, and now to…read moreHealthtrax. It's certainly not cheap, but what gym membership is nowadays? There are plenty of options for your workout, from cardio machines, to a weight room, to an open floor for stretching, plenty of group classes, and a pool for swimmers. You definitely pay for all these extras, so take advantage. Overall I don't think Heathtrax is anything special, but it's always clean, the staff is helpful, and there are plenty of towels for my fellow sweaty Betty's.

This is my second time being a member at Healthtrax and I would have left them feedback directly,…read morebut they have no feedback box so I had to leave it here. I just took a Pilates class where the instructor didn't even introduce herself. Didn't check to see if anyone was new didn't correct anyone's form Was on her phone a good amount of the time in class. There was no music. She wasn't there early to prepare and they literally talked about alcohol and drinking the entire class. I love camaraderie in a group, but I was there to exercise and though I was able to get a workout, I was so distracted by everything else in the unpleasantness of the focus of the class that I couldn't wait to get out. I have been an instructor for 20+ years so I feel confident sharing this critique. Do better Healthtrax!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE. So glad this studio is finally open. I fell in love with SolidCore classes in New…read moreYork (mainly went to the SoHo, Nolita, and Chelsea studios) and was disappointed that there was nothing in the area at home. Lo and behold, the week I move back to Connecticut is the week that SolidCore West Hartford opens. Conveniently located in Blue Back Square, this studio is moderately sized. I like the two rows of reformers because it makes it easier to see around the room. The acoustics/layout of the studio is better than most in NYC. I've only been to a couple of classes so far (a bargain at $15 for their first couple of weeks before the grand opening) and I've found them to be just as good, if not better, than the NYC classes I'm used to. The instructors have been great with instruction, hands-on corrections, and encouragement. They've also been challenging classes that have left me sore for the rest of the day and part of the following. Really happy that this studio is now open - hope they decide to go on ClassPass, however, because I live too far for the all-access membership to make sense.

Too complicated, and not enough instruction for beginner's. You have to pay to park, and everyone's…read morein a rush. The instructors were very nice and helpful.