I dunno. I kind of like this place. I came here via a Groupon deal which was: 10 barre classes for $59. Geez, $59? For barre classes? A couple of places charge $20-22 per class and that's with a package. So, yes, please! TimeOut's barre classes are called "Behind Bars". I've only had Madeline so far. I find her a very effective fitness instructor. Even though the classes have 20-30 students, she scans the room and offers up corrections and modifications. This impresses me. I also liked the fact that there seemed to be a wide variety of ages in my barre classes rather than a bunch of 20 something year olds clad in Lululemon with fake tans unlike a certain yoga chain that I will not mention by name. I would recommend signing up for class online. Also, you get a "no show" charge if you sign up for a class but don't show up but this is pretty common with barre classes. I haven't taken the other classes yet, but I might take a pilates one to switch things up. The studio itself is also very, very nice. There are dressing rooms, hot towels, and tea. Reception area people are nice also! So, you have to sign up for an orientation which at first I was kind of bummed out. But, when I went to the orientation, I found it really helpful and the instructor seemed knowledgeable and interested in everyone. Orientation is only about 15-20 minutes so not really a biggie. I would recommend trying to fit your orientation in before a class you want to attend. I've also not had parking issues at this place either but I usually take the first class of the day. read more

Used the Studio on and off for nine years. They offer Les Mills classes, which is great if you don't love the experience at the Y. Many great instructors here and the front desk team is good. It's the owner who ultimately pushed me away. I just could not continue to watch her chastise her instructors and clients during classes and disrespect her clients in the truly crazy emails she sends. She said she'd eject people from class if it was obvious they'd used scented laundry products! We all want to be healthy but bullying and treating us like children isn't motivating in the least. Fortunately, there are many other options in South MINNEAPOLIS. read more

I have been working out here for 4 years and love it. You receive individualized attention in class. The classes push you to work hard and to your limits to get the best results. The instructors and staff care about you as an individual, know everyone's names and they want you to show up. It's not a place where you pay just pay your monthly dues but never go to class. You are motivated to show up. You will see results. Bars class here has been a huge help in strengthening my core which has made a huge difference in my running and downhill skiing. I also love the emphasis on eating organic, nutrition, massage, infrared sauna and holistic health. I have learned so much about health here just from being a member. Fun extra events here as well, such a creating vision boards. read more

First off let me say that the space is beautiful and welcoming, the instructors were great and they offer fantastic classes. I went to TimeOut because it's conveniently located 3 blocks from my townhouse. I purchased a drop-in class online and took an awesome step class with Michael (sub). While there the receptionist told me I qualified for a free 12-day pass as a new visitor. Awesome, right? She signed me up for an orientation, after which the pass would be activated. I was unable to make the orientation and was subsequently charged $25. It's only $25 but to charge for missing an info session for something you're offering for free is ridiculous and they refused to make it right. I will happily take my business elsewhere. read more

I joined after not finding a convenient gym in SW Mpls for the last 3 years. Tried them out via a special for 3 months and then joined. They have a wide variety of classes and I think the best part of this place is the high quality of their instructors. Nice amenities. I love that they start and end classes on time, I hate when other places don't do this. They do try to know you by name, which I could take or leave, but some people love. Things that I wish were different: more classes on the weekends! More yoga classes. It's expensive for just classes and no other amenities like you'd get at a larger gym. And I do think the fee you pay if you miss a class is crazy. But all of these things are made super clear when you sign up. Overall I will be continuing here, good find. read more

My husband and I joined Studio Timeout about a year ago, and we cannot begin to express our love for this studio!! The studio itself is bright, cheerful, and impeccably clean. The instructors are absolutely incredible - very well trained, friendly, and motivating! They offer a well-rounded group of classes from Pilates to BollyX, and so much more! After trying several different classes over the course of this year, we are impressed with our progress of gaining strength and stability, losing fat, and having fun while we're doing it! They also carry high-quality supplements, have a sauna, attract the friendliest clientele! We HIGHLY recommend this studio to those searching for a life-long place to enjoy working out!!! read more

This studio changed my outlook on working out. I was at the Y for a few years before Studio Time Out and I never felt an impact on my fitness nor did it change my outlook on my health. I showed up a few times, worked out on boring machines and paid my monthly dues, but I was never fully participating in my work-outs because I either felt self-conscious that I didn't know what I was doing or how I looked. At Studio Time Out forget feeling self-conscious! Get over wondering if anyone is looking at you or what you're wearing or how you're moving! This is the most welcoming, empowering and educational studio I've ever been a part of. I started in 2009 and I'm still inspired after each class. At the risk of sounding corny, this is a really great community to be part of. I highly recommend it here. read more

I'm so glad that I took them up on their 21 day challenge I've been there five years look good eating vegetables Exercising , my favorite exercise is NIA , Try Tabata , small Ball release is another favorite after that class I could just lay there and go to sleep. read more

I got an intro package from my sister-in-law and have been to 8 different classes so far with 3 different instructors- LOVE them all !!!! I totally did not think that group exercising was for me-and i did not think that i could pre-schedule classes with my schedule- but I CAN and WILL because i like this place so much !!! :) read more

I am slightly obsessed with this place! I did the trial membership and loved it so much that I decided to become a member. The referral membership was $49 a month. What a fantastic deal and I would still even pay the $105 a month for the standard membership. My favorite part about this place is that they have so many different kinds of classes. I have taken the Nia, bars, body pump, tabata and aerial stretch, which isn't even half of them. Every time I try a new class I am so excited to do it again. They each feel like they leave you with a good workout and had fun doing it. This place has great atmosphere and great instructors. All the equipment is in good shape and I love the hot lavender towels in the bathroom after a workout. The only thing I wish is that they had a few more body pump classes a week and some more classes early in the morning and late in the evening. I know I work a crazy schedule and this isn't always possible but I can still wish. read more

All they care about is your money. This place has a nice vibe, they give you towels and tea, but if you really think about what you are getting it become pretty clear pretty quickly all they care about is your money. For starters, you can't take a pilates reformer class without taking at least a couple private pilates reformer classes that cost upwards of $50/class. Of course they won't tell you that on their website, you have to go to pilates 101 class, which is really just a hard sell on why you have to take private pilates reformer classes. There are plenty of studioes that offer introduction pilates reformer classes without private session, in fact, this is the only studio I've seen that requires it. And I work in LA, home of pretenious, private, money grubbing pilates studios. Also, you can purchase a class pachage of 8 classes for $99, without a lot of detail about what you are buying. Not a bad deal you say? Its not until you try to sign up for the other 50% of classes at this studio that you realize that package doesn't include those classes. You have to pay $165 for 10 classes to get into the rest of the studio's classes. Thats right, it's $66 more expensive for TWO classes if you want to take a popular class like Behind Bars. Honestly? Save yourself the trouble and join a gym that has a full schedule of classes and isn't falling all over themselves to take your money. I won't be dealing wth Time Out as soon as I finish my 8 class package. Oh, and they promptly expire in 3 months! read more

This place has literally changed my life! It was a slow and steady change, but I would never have been inspired to even start without Studio Timeout. The array of classes that are offered are sure to appeal to anyone. It has been such a fun adventure to try new things over the years, either as I become more confident, or as the studio brings in new types of classes. This really has inspired me to take risks and try new things. When I first joined over 5 years ago it was begrudgingly and with a terrible attitude. Who knew I would grow to love being part of this wonderful community, and love not only working out, but in group classes! If I am having a bad day this is the first place I want to be to turn that around. The owner and everyone that works at the studio truly cares about your overall wellbeing and happiness. They offer specials pretty regularly to allow for people to come and check out what they have to offer without making a huge commitment. If you are curious AT all about this place, I highly recommend you walking in and checking it out! It may surprise you how much it could come to benefit you, above and beyond just a place where you go to get some movement in your life. Even if you think of yourself as someone who does not particularly like to work out, or like group classes, just try it, you may be surprised at how pleasant and uplifting it can be in the right environment! read more

I can't believe I didn't try Studio TimeOut earlier. Just a few blocks from my house makes it an easy place to visit. But the super welcoming vibe, the wide variety of classes, and the focus on holistic health makes it a perfect fit for me. Other fitness studios, particularly those that are super trendy make me feel like a number on their balance sheet. The membership pitch feels threatening and the nickel and dimed approach makes me think they're looking at me with dollar signs in their eyes. At Studio TimeOut, they offer you a low cost and low risk way to try their classes before you commit to any package. And once you do, there are packages that fit your needs. In addition - they have an excellent app that makes it so easy to sign up for classes and add them to your calendar. I can't think of any reason that would keep me away. I'm a newbie, but I already feel like I've found a great place to help me as I get back in shape. read more

Love aerial stretch! Everyone is super friendly here. They take time to remember your name. You can register online for classes, which helps keep you on track and more likely to be consistent with your workouts. Started coming when I snagged a Groupon and will likely sign up for more classes. read more

The space is lovely, with tons of natural light -- so unusual for a fitness studio, and one of my favorite things about it. The classes (I've done Tabata, Beyond Bars, Pilates, and Iyengar Yoga) are challenging but totally scalable, with instructors sharing modifications and expressing an attitude that one should do what's best for her own body. The instructors and reception staff are professional, engaged, and kind. The only thing that keeps me from giving 5 stars is that the prices are a bit out of reach. read more

I originally came to this studio via their nutrition series which was recommended to me by a friend. The nutrition series (through their Body Balance "arm" of the studio") is taught by Jeanne, the owner and Lucy a nutritionist life coach. The nutrition class changed my life...not exaggerating! I learned a great deal about my digestive system and body chemistry and it's made a huge difference to the way I eat and feel. Through that class I learned of a six week Package for unlimited group classes. I did that (mostly Nia, Zumba and Barres) and fell in love the studio and the instructors. It is not cheap, but they are up front about that and note that if you are looking for low cost, it's not a good fit. However, I've belonged to many health clubs and fitness studios over the years and I can say that the instructors here are top notch. They know fitness, the body and work with you to ensure that you are getting a workout that works for you. I'm in my 50's and I would say that you do see a wide range of body types and fitness levels. I like that! I gave a six week package as a gift to my daughter who is 22 and she loved the range of women and said, "everyone is so friendly! I never felt uncomfortable or like it's a "competition" which it can sometimes feel like at the larger fitness chains." I've now been a member for a couple of years and continue to appreciate how responsive Jeanne is to feedback about the studio. They consistently look for ways to keep things interesting, like adding Tabata classes (which are great!). read more

I went in to check out their Pilates packages and when I entered I thought it looked very clean and nice. Very relaxing atmosphere. When I told the girl at the desk that I was looking for some information she asked me to sit down with her so she could talk to me about what package would be best. I told her when I walked in that I had zero experience with Pilates and was looking to learn more and possibly try it out. She kept asking me questions in "Pilates language" and I had to tell her two more times that I wasn't familiar with Pilates and asked her to explain to me the difference between Reformer and Floor work. She gave me a brief explanation and asked me a couple questions about what I wanted to achieve through Pilates. After she evaluated my answers on two very vague questions she determined that the best package for me would be to start with a trainer and commit to 40 sessions for a total price of $3800.00. I explained to her that I thought that was a pretty significant time and financial commitment for something that I had never tried before and don't know if I will like. I asked her if they had any other packages to offer. She looked at me with a blank stare for a minute and then said that she would take my name and number to see if "that would even work". I'm not even sure what that meant but I left my name and number and walked out. I would also like to add that there was not a soul in this place when I went in so you would think that they would offer a few more choices for people to try their services. I agree with Samaria who had commented earlier that the only thing this place cares about is your money. Very bad customer service and a small "boutique" type place that is not worth the investment. There are plenty of other places in Minneapolis that offer Pilates in a way that will work for various levels, schedules and budgets. I will be passing on this place. read more

My friend gave me a 12 day trial pass to try out the studio, and I was beyond excited. I called to sign up for a class two weeks in advance. I was told I needed to take an orientation. I asked if it would be possible to do this the day of since I live about 40 minutes away. I was told by Kate the orientation was full that day, but it did not make sense for me to drive all the way out there for an orientation if I was not going to take a class the same day. She said she was sure they could work something out for me so I could do an orientation the day of and take the class with my friend. I was told someone would call me and let me know. I did not receive a call until 10 days later. At this time, I was told by Kendra they were taking me out of the class because I had not done an orientation. I explained what I had been told by Kate, and Kendra told me they could not give me an orientation on the day of my class and I could not do the class with my friend that I had signed up for two weeks prior. I was extremely frustrated because it took them 10 days to call me and tell me this, and Kendra was rude about it. It was extremely disappointing, and I will not be taking my business there. read more

great classes! people were kind of rude here though. had to stop coming here because i didn't feel comfortable

I used to go to Time Out for a couple of years, but once my favorite instructor left, so did I. The new instructors were terrible and the other reviewers are right- it's pricey!! Now, it's a few years later and I learned my favorite instructor was returning. I bought a living social deal and called in to activate it. I realized after I bought it that it was for new customers but I thought I'd call and explain that I was excited to return but had some bad experiences with their service in the past- thinking maybe they'll overlook the restriction or at least tell me about another package I could purchase. Whatever unpleasant woman answered the phone promptly informed me that I couldn't use the deal and without letting me get a word in (literally) spent more time explaining how to return a living social deal rather than learning why I stopped going there, decided to return, or if I'd be interested in another package. This place has awful AWFUL customer service. Just google "bar" or "barre" pilates and go just about anywhere else. It's too bad my favorite instructor is back bc I'd love to take classes with her again but I can't handle the rest of the staff there. read more