Whether you prefer a sweaty spin sesh, a rejuvenating yoga class or a fat-burning HIIT workout, these fitness classes are always a good idea. We’ve rounded up the best workout classes in all of NYC so you can feel your best as we move into the spring season.
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Multiple locations / Website
We all know and love Barry’s for their high-intensity interval training, carefully curated playlists, world-class instructors and welcoming community. Barry’s signature HIIT workout takes place in the Red Room, a studio full of red light and high energy, while the range of floor workouts are perfect to ensure consistent and safe training.
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Multiple locations / Website
Strengthen both your mind and body at CorePower Yoga's multitude of classes, ranging from candlelit classes sure to relax to Strength X classes that bring the heat with high-intensity strength training. Whether you're looking for cardio, flexibility training, weight work or mindfulness, CorePower Yoga has it all.
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Multiple locations / Website
Get your blood pumping at a high-energy cycling class at one of CYCLEBAR’s multiple locations throughout the city. With excellent music and motivating lights, this full-body workout will leave you feeling energized to the next level.
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1158 Broadway / 212.500.1174 / Website
Dance cardio and sculpting strength training collide at DanceBody, the full-body conditioning workout that is as fun as it is effective. There are multiple class options to support you wherever you are in your fitness journey, ensuring you’ll have so much fun that class will fly by before you know it.
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119 W 23rd St. / 212.414.0800 / Website
This yoga studio provides an experience like no other thanks to its bespoke soundscape called the Hum. This soundscape combines digital and organic sound frequencies to mimic the grounding vibrations of the earth, taking your flow to a whole new level. Choose between multiple class types for the practice that best serves your needs.
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There’s a reason Pilates has taken the internet by storm, as this ultra-effective workout has the power to transform your physique within weeks. This reformer-based class will have you sweating in no time, and the lights, music and expert teachers ensure the vibes are always immaculate.
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370 10th Ave. / 646.277.4497 / Website
Choose between cycling, running, strength, yoga and more at Peloton Studios located next to Hudson Yards. Taught by NYC’s most talented Peloton instructors, these classes are live-streamed globally, connecting you to the worldwide Peloton community.
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With tons of locations throughout the city, you can get your lift, tone and burn on wherever you are thanks to Pure Barre. This low-impact workout uses isometric movements to tire your muscles to the point of shaking, which is where the real change happens. Expect to build long, lean muscle that’ll have you feeling (and looking!) your best.
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415 W. Broadway / 833.378.6583 / Website
Low-impact lovers, this one is for you! P.volve provides a results-driven workout through functional movement and resistance equipment that is easy on your joints. You can expect to leave each class feeling sculpted, strengthened and energized. We also love the option to stream classes for those at-home workout days.
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Multiple locations / Website
Each and every second of this 45-minute boxing class is jam-packed with energy as you spend half of the class developing your boxing skills before moving on to resistance training. The full-body workout improves your strength while also providing transformative cardio. You’ll be throwing punches like a pro in no time, but first, gain confidence through a Fundamentals class to help you build trust in yourself.
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Standing for strengthen, lengthen and tone, SLT is known for providing a muscle-quivering workout that’ll leave you beyond sore in 50 minutes. Using the Megaformer machine, the workout takes advantage of your body weight to build strong, lean muscles while still being low-impact. Just one class and you’ll be hooked. P.S. Keep an eye out for SLT's new Upper West Side studio opening in April!
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Multiple locations / Website
This high-intensity low-impact workout takes place on a pilates-inspired reformer, using slow and controlled movements that break down muscles to failure so they can build back stronger. The full-body immersive workout provides results you can feel immediately (trust us, you’ll be feeling sore the next day!).
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Multiple locations / Website
This full-body workout has a cult following for a reason. Each SoulCycle class is like a party on a bike, ensuring you’ll have an excellent time during the high-intensity interval cardio and focused toning. Expect to get your blood pumping, increase your heart rate and raise your metabolic rate for a healthier, stronger physique.
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32 E. 31st St. / 646.453.6633 / Website
Often called one of the hardest workouts in all of NYC, Tone House is a strength and conditioning training facility that provides team-oriented, competitive and effective sessions that completely transform your body. There are tons of class types available, including full-body conditioning and targeted core and lower-body classes, ensuring you reach your fitness goals.
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Multiple locations / Website
Celebs and insiders alike have raved about the Tracy Anderson Method for decades, and it’s no wonder why. With two locations in NYC, this membership-based studio’s wellness offerings extend beyond just workouts, including customized prescriptions for members’ total health. Workouts include classes such as muscular structure and dance cardio fitness conducted in classrooms heated to 95 degrees with 75 percent humidity for the perfect sweat.
No matter what your fitness goals are, these NYC studios are guaranteed to make you feel stronger and healthier as we head into the warmer months.
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