My first visit to Awaken Pilates was years ago.... it's about time I wrote a review! The approach…read moreto fitness and healthy living, that I learned thru classes with Karin and Christian, has made a HUGE difference in my well being. Didn't happen overnight, but they stuck with me, teaching me about caring for my core, motivating me. And it has truly changed my life..... Thanks Awaken!!! PS... they don't have a pool- but the fact they got my body moving, sure helped me loose the 30 pounds. C MacKenzie Mpls

Awaken Pilates sets the bar high! I have had the pleasure of being a student and then working my…read moreway through the Balanced Body Certification Program with Karin and Team. Karin's teaching and depth of body knowledge is exceptional. She is innovative, consistent and challenges her clients to excel in their practice. I cannot say enough about the Awaken Team and what they have to offer.

I started at Farrell's (FXB) because I was getting depressed at the end of the second Covid winter…read more Thank goodness I did! I've lost so much fat (and gained so much muscle!) There's a 10-week challenge to see who got strongest/lost most weight, and a party at the end, and when my wife and I went, she was so impressed by the changes everyone had made that she joined, too! I've had THREE other friends join since then, and we bought a year's subscription for our employee. It's so easy to make friends there because everyone is going through such an intense experience. The joke is, "No one joins an aerobic kickboxing gym because everything is going perfectly in their life". :-) The other saying I hear is, "People join for the aerobic kickboxing, but stay for the weightlifting." Man, I never ever thought I'd be into weightlifting, but getting strong and gaining muscle (even though I'm in my 50s!) is amazing! The people here are so diverse...gay, straight, trans...no-religion, Muslim, Christian...people in their 20s and people in their 70s(!) I made more friends here in one year than I've made in the 20 years I've lived in St Paul. What a supportive community. It's all group classes, with an instructor and fun music, and it alternates between aerobic kickboxing days (using a bag, not going against another person), and weightlifting days. I had never done either before...and now I love them both! Definitely recommend FXB on Selby Avenue! :-)

For the most part, everything you could want in this kind of gym; but the parking situation could…read moreuse some sort of improvement. Not sure why it's arranged the way it is. Anyway, excellent staff and customer service and polite people.

I highly recommend this method of strength training. Efficient and safe. I researched thoroughly…read morebefore starting and believe they're philosophy of working muscles to complete exhaustion is of optimal benefit to the body. Working with the skilled trainers one on one has vastly improved my strength in a short time. I would not have been capable of achieving this on my own.

Kevin, Lindsey and everyone at my Strength studio have been great. Definitely a great spot for…read morefabulous workouts when you have a busy schedule or if you are like me and you just need the time blocked on your calendar to get a workout in.

I have done all the clubs and gyms. They are all good in their own ways but I've never loved them…read more I LOVE MGFXB. I have been with Farrells for 4.5 years - here's why... I felt welcomed into the group. There was good energy and I could feel the passion and intensity of the group. I saw diversity I hadn't really seen before - people 20 years younger and 20 years older than me all kicking ass on the bags and lifting heavy weight.‍ I love the enthusiasm for the program. Workouts are ever changing and building - they grow me in ways I haven't encountered before. I never get bored. I am always sore - knowing my muscles are being fully worked. I'd rather be sore from working my body than sore from not. And, I've never been fitter or stronger. I love the competition. After completing the 10 week program you become a FIT member which is even more fun. You now have the option to challenge yourself above and beyond the program - challenges are gamified with partners or teams for cash prizes. And now, Dale and Chanell have brought even more to enhance our experience - Advanced Kickboxing / MMA style, Yoga Sculpt, HIIT Kettlebell workouts and soon a Barbell Club ‍ We often do fun outings for bonding events as well and that has been very fun. I love that I am surrounded by friends with a variety of goals too - whether that's gaining muscle, losing fat, toning up, gaining more flexibility, training for marathons, or healing from all that life throws us. I love that I see all bodies and ages working hard to live a healthier life. I love that for 45 minutes I can focus on getting stronger and releasing stress. And, it has been a great space to meet some really good friends in and outside the gym.

This is a high quality,  truly inclusive gym environment. The owners are wonderful and are…read morecommitted to helping people live their healthiest, best life. It's the best workout and the only one that continues to keep my interest for 7 years. Must try!

I am loving the environment here, it's very personable. It's all women concentrating on their…read morefitness goals and the trainers customize the workout plans to the individual!

Love the staff and environment here at Neulife wellness! It is a very welcoming environment and the…read morestaff are very kind, understanding, and flexible! This studio has very nice and clean equipment, and I would highly recommend Neulife if you are looking to invest in your health!

New space so I thought it'd be helpful to do a new review, especially now that I'm maybe considered…read morean OG in the class (wuhaha)! I was having a bad day at work earlier this week but went to class and was reminded why I continue to love Major Body Fitness. It is the people & because I have fun every time! It seems like Melissa & Chloe's (owner/instructors) purpose is to make every single one of us in class laugh, smile, & let loose each time! I feel re-energized, more centered, powerful, & feminine every single time. I also usually feel sore the next couple days which means I'm workin it. You'll learn a lot about different exercise moves, stretching, & even some dance moves. I honestly doubted I would ever be able to twerk but one day I shocked myself (& Melissa lol) by finally learning how & if I can, then it's within reach for everyone! About the New Space: Major Body is no longer in its stand-alone studio. All classes now take place at the Oxford Community Center. This means the instructors spend less time on building maintenance & more time in designing our classes. The building has a free and open parking lot & locker rooms that we are able to use. Note that there aren't single stall showers tho and are instead like middle school where there's a bunch of spouts in one room. The class is on the second floor. You don't need to sign in at the front desk, just go up the stairs on your right when u enter & follow the music and flashing lights. To get in the locker room, just tell the front desk ur with Major Body & they'll buzz u through the doors. Go to Major Body's website for the latest class schedule. Right now the classes are weightlifting (Major Power) on Mondays, Major Bounce on Wednesdays with a follow-up class that differs from week to week, & strength-building at 10am on Saturdays. It's super easy to sign up for class online. You can pay for classes in a bundle online too which is a better deal than paying for a single class. You should also follow Major Body on Facebook & Insta. This will be your best bet in knowing about any free classes or special events they offer once in a while. The instructors still love what they do & that feeling is infectious. If you're looking for motivation to workout while loving your body & having fun, you've got to try these classes out! Thanks Melissa & Chloe & the whole fitfam for creating this unique space! Here's to more health & healing & loving ourselves and each other in the new year!

Took the BUTI Yoga class and man was it a great work out. I'll be honest, it was intense,…read moreexhausting, and I was watching the clock the entire time. However, when it was done I had a jolt of energy. The class fused dancing (like Zumba) to Caribbean, Latin, Hip Hop and Dance music, with yoga stretches, and moves like planks and pushup to build muscle. While it may seem like a lot (to some), it all came together well and with the intense dancing, the other moves provided a bit of rest...while still working out. The instructor, who had lots of energy, had us kicking high, whining our waist, jumping...and for some of us nearly crying (feeling the burn). It was a fun, impactful class and a lovely studio that I would DEFINITELY recommend. A few things to note: -there is a parking lot attached -bring your own yoga mat, but if you forget there are rentals -bring your own water bottle...already filled as there's no drinking fountain, but they sell water -there isn't a locker room (or I didn't notice one), but if you need to change there is a bathroom -come with a positive attitude as it really help(ed) make the experience that much better -they also offer spin class (and other workouts) which I heard is fun

It's a great place to workout. It's really a big community. The coaches really Martin, Brooke,…read moreChuck, Nick and Katie really motivate me!

One of the BEST OTF experiences I have had, and I've been to studios all over the country. Every…read moresingle person on their team was friendly and welcoming, and beyond normal pleasantries but genuinely interested in getting to know members (and me as a visitor from out of town). The space itself has the newer tech, is very clean, and extremely organized (it is the most organized OTF I've ever been to, no offense to my home studio). Example...a sign up list for the showers...brilliant! There were all sorts of fun challenges going on, and great highlights of the accomplishments of members. During the class the coach had AMAZING energy and provided excellent guidance to each person in the class that needed it (which seems to be something fewer and fewer coaches are doing). If I lived in the area, and wasn't a member, I'd have joined on the spot. Keep up the great work!

I have used this gym for almost two years now and love it! The owner, Julie is very communicative…read moreand cares about her clients. I have utilized a handful of personal trainers as well and have been very pleased with my experiences. if you're looking for a smaller workout environment this is the place to go! The equipment is great as well!

This is really pretty much the best place I ever worked out. They were so kind and so accommodating…read moreand so talented the best instructors for Pilates anywhere in the Twin Cities just a hidden gem. I wish so much that I was still nearby and I could take advantage of their fabulous services. I would recommend this as a 100% 5 star 5 Diamond destination absolutely forever!