Would never have known about this studio if not for finding it on Class Pass. The studio is not…read morevisible from the street, but the entrance is off a parking lot in the alley. Maybe it would be worth trying to put a sandwich board out on one of the main streets so people are aware. This is a small business and the owner, Jade, teaches many of the classes. She is super friendly and you can really see the effort she put into making the studio a nice space. There is tasteful decor that a lot of bigger studios can't be bothered to do. After entering, you go up some stairs. If there is a previous class, you will need to wait in the stairwell until the class is let out as the door is locked. Not a great waiting area, but also a common thing to do to prevent theft so I don't mind it. The reception has a couple of chairs and a shoe rack to place your shoes. There is also a water cooler and towels to use during the workout. This studio does require grip socks, so bring your own or you can purchase branded ones at the front desk (props to the owner for branding these socks!). Otherwise, all equipment is provided including mats, weights and Pilates balls. There is one washroom, which was nicely decorated and had towels instead of paper towels (plus for sustainability). The washroom also had a few toiletries like hairspray and Kayne a spray deodorant? There are two cha ge rooms, a coat rack and lockers with provided locks and keys. It's a small area but functional. The studio itself is a really nice airy space with hardwood floors. There are tons of windows and bars all around, plus a mirror on one wall. I would be concerned about being in the sun on the window side, but the studio has pretty decent AC so it didn't get that hot. The instructor stands in the middle but also moved around to either end during the class, so there was good engagement. Sound system worked well. The class was unique from other barre fusion type classes because we did a bunch of planks and push ups (did not expect this!) and then sections with weights and abs on the floor. I would say there's probably 40% full barrel and the rest is either not barre, but might incorporate some barre concurrently. There was a lot of time under tension, which was good. At the end, there was disinfectant spray and towels to wipe down equipment. The demographic here is pretty mixed across ages and body types. I think it's a pretty welcoming space for people of all abilities. It shows that Jade really puts a lot into this studio and business and I encourage people to give it a try as they seem to have a lot of promotions. I hope it gets more exposure!

Sculpt your body, feel the burn…read more Sculpt Intervals with Jade was, by far, one of the best classes I've taken! It was a fast-paced workout with minimal breaks and great music to push my limits and keep me pumped throughout. Jade, the owner and our instructor, took us through a range of low impact, isometric movements, at times with weights added. My muscles felt like they were on fire (a lunge and curtsy combo is no joke!) with each interval. Jade's energy, enthusiasm, and clear instructions made the pain more bearable though. If it's your first time, I suggest doing a class through ClassPass like I did and perhaps trying the Intro Offer ($69 for 2 weeks unlimited) after. Note that the studio is quite small and hard to find, and you'll be waiting in the stairwell to be let in. It is a very clean and cozy space though, with lockers, change rooms, a washroom, and small towels provided.

I tried aerial yoga for beginners for the very first time ever today and it was super fun. I'm…read morereally glad I tried it as our instructor Jane, was really nice. I'm also really glad I went early as instructed so Jane could help me adjust the hammock. Tips for Fellow Beginners: 1) long pants!!! 2) you don't "have" to wear long sleeves - optional 3) grip socks - optional, but I think I prefer the grip socks 4) bring a water bottle 5) contacts over glasses If you're willing to walk a couple of blocks, you might be able to find free parking. Otherwise parking is around $1.65/hr. The place is a little hard to find, but it's right next to the barber shop and you'll have to go upstairs. I didn't bother with their lockers as you can't even set your own code. They have a water & tea(?) station. Overall, very cosy ambiance. Recommended!

Hidden gem - a yoga dance studio on Fraser Street located on the second floor. Tho there's no…read moreshower facilities here, it's a comfortable studio with soft gentle vibes, clean lockers and warm tea in the lounge area. I like that it's well ventilated and they did a good job with blackout curtains. Overall, the owner did well in creating a clean & cozy space with positive energies! They run beginner aerial yoga classes and other classes like barre and dance. Although I don't have a membership here, I would like to support this local studio and share a positive review because I appreciate meeting their aerial yoga teacher for beginner classes - Christina is nice, patient and a very encouraging instructor.

I go to Rumble Boxing's Yaletown location for their heavy bag classes. Their heavy bag classes are…read morebasically boxing to the music beat and it is the most cathartic form of cardio according to me. They have a good mix of instructors with different playlists, some focus on pop, throwbacks, EDM, or house. So you always have the option of choosing the kind of music you like and going for those classes. I will say that these classes are very cardio intense and I personally cannot do more than 3 classes a week because it gets exhausting. Having said that, I know some people who do them 6 days a week and love it, so just depends on your preference and where you are in your fitness journey. Their Yaletown studio is bigger than their Mt. Pleasant location and also have PT that you can choose to do. They provide you with towels for the class and you can also rent gloves from them if you don't have any. My favourite instructor is Justice! Her 2000s throwbacks classes are the best.

So much fun. Great way to switch up your workout once in a while. Music was loud and the ambiance…read morewas club like. Loved it !

Pilates studio right next to kits rain or shine (so dangerous it smells like pure waffle cones in…read morethere) Slightly pricier than other studios but they're also on classpass. Class size is also smaller than other studios with a maximum of 6 ppl per class. Rather than the regular reformer class I recommend their chair and tower class, there aren't a lot of studios that offer that in the city. I can physically feel my spine lengthen and is also helps alleviate my scoliosis but again if you have any pains pls do tell your instructor beforehand!

Really lovely and welcoming Pilates studio in Kitsilano. Great central location on west 4th. It was…read moremy first time and felt very welcomed. Very aesthetic and clean studio with small classes (6 people max). Travis was a great instructor and gave great cues on the chair and reformer machine. I was shaking! Be sure to bring grippy socks.

After several years at another club, I began group personal training with Adam Wilson. The best…read moredecision ever! He is incredibly experienced, knowledgeable and creative in the way he designs our workouts. I especially appreciate his attention to our specific limitations, maintaining proper form and ongoing progress. He makes each workout challenging, interesting and fun! I definitely see changes in my flexibility, strength and endurance. It is so amazing to work with someone who actually cares and knows what is needed! Thanks Adam!

I live in the area so I was looking for a gym to train at and I'm so glad I found Gravity lab! I…read moreWent for a free class and everyone is so encouraging and friendly. :) they seem to offer a variety of classes from gymnastics to powerlifting. If you sign up, there's also a really cool app where you can book your classes, chat in the community tab, and track your progress. I would highly recommend Gravity Lab to everyone!

Today if Valentines Day and as I worked out I realized I come to this amazing gym to take care of…read moreMY HEART. Great workout with wonderful trainers who are encouraging and supportive. I love the ability to drop in on my schedule and I do not have to book a time.

I've tried yoga, pilates, tai-chi and a whole bunch of others, but the one thing I love to do is…read moreboxing !!! The place recently opened this year and it's an awesome workout in 30 minutes. I was fortunate to meet two of the owners, Mikey and Tak who were super friendly and oriented me to the circuit. Both of them have backgrounds in martial arts, boxing, etc. The place isn't big and there are no lockers, but it's a great place because the instructors know you by name and they tailor the activity to your level. There is a membership commitment for a year and there is no drop in, but they do allow you to have a free trial workout to see if you like it. There is free side street parking, and the hours are great, mon/tues/ wed/ fri 8;30 am-12:30pm, mon-thurs 3:30-7:30pm, and sat 8-12pm. It's pretty nice if you have work, want to work out, and then head out to a nice dinner. I was so happy to have found this place :)

I have done over 2000 classes - it never gets easier - the best workout! I have been going since…read morethey first opened up in Yaletown at their old studio on Beatty - cannot thank Carolyn enough for bringing this to Vancouver! Marc ---- well love the guy - He is the manager and Kristen rocks too! xoDeb Deb

This barre location has a big studio. It's carpeted, which makes it nice and soft, but also a bit…read moreweird for a gym where people sweat. They have fans going for temperature control, although I imagine if you are on the side of the studio where you are in the sun, it probably gets warm fast. They has two instructors at the open house class, which I tried, Kristin and Connie. This was kind of nice because it meant there was always one instructor free to correct people's form. Everyone working here was friendly. I found the method here was more like pilates than other barre classes. The class used lots of equipment and it was all provided (mats, ball, bands, weights, cushions). A nice touch is that towels were provided for working out. There are showers but only one washroom. The locker area is pretty small and there ends up being a bit of a line to change/access them. Since I attended an open house, they had a clothing pop up, mini facials and fresh juice. Epsom salts were given after the class to newbies and a one month deal. Newbies also were strategically placed between people with previous experience at the studio so there was a lot of thought put into making the experience good. Staff and instructors made sure to introduce themselves to newbies and to watch them during classes to provide extra assistance. They also checked in after the class ended. The negatives are that there is a dress code for this studio that includes no shorts and no midriff showing. I appreciate that this policy applies to all genders, but it is also a bit much, especially the shorts part and not great if you overheat easily. It is also a bit comtrary to body positivity. Another thing to note is that there is no instructor doing the moves with you so it is hard to follow if you are a visual person. The instructions are all verbal and that can be tricky.

Moved to a new area and tried this place ! I tried the hybrid workout which is a combination of…read morerunning and strength and it was a really fun class! Would recommend to anyone looking for a beginner friendly class to start your fitness journey in

Love coming here! I've only taken their "Kondi Cals South Granville" class (mainly because i hate…read morecardio and the trx), but i must say, i've had a great workout every time! I typically leave feeling like i can still do another workout, because its very low impact. BUT by the end of the day, and the next, im sore! So you are definitely being put to work. Ive had a different instructor each time but they've all been good. Its a smaller studio with maybe 12ppl max, but thats just a plus!