Fitness & Gyms in Boston, MA

“I visited Row House on a free trail class and I LOVED IT. Me and my sister had never rowed before besides playing around with the row machine at the gym a couple of times. We arrived to our class a couple minutes before and our amazing instructor Kaila made sure we were both set up correctly, had proper form, and knew how to keep in rhythm. The class was at a great tempo and Kaila did a great job engaging, pushing, and coaching the class. Me and my sister had a great time and were sore in all the right places the next day.”

“Romel really shows the importance of starting by learning good form instead of just jumping into heavily lifting immediately. Recommend to anyone looking to get into fitness and to better themselves.”

“Joining Body + Fuel has been my best decision since moving to Dorchester. The gym and it's trainers are excellent! Special shout out to Dante, he's an amazing personal trainer. I've been working out with him for 9 months and I have never felt stronger or healthier. Dante is knowledgeable, solution- oriented, and fun to be around. His functional strength class is a must-try for anyone looking for results. Make sure to check it out!”

“I’ve been coming to Invictus Fenway since my next door CrossFit location closed almost two years ago. It has been a great experience with an amazing group of coaches, incredible schedule and solid programming. I’ve had the opportunity to drop in almost every CrossFit location I traveled to, either nationally or internationally. I’ve seen amazing boxes and the Invictus Fenway is definitely one of these amazing places (I know I’m biased ?since it is my home gym).”

“The only time I’ve seen muscle growth when working out was when I joined B3. Chris is an amazing coach who explains each workout and gives a workout routine that actually helps you build muscle. Love working out at B3!!”

“I've been a training client of Cade Frodel's for several months, and I'm a big fan. After years of lifting, I had hit a plateau. Cade came up with long-term plan for me -- complete with tailored workouts that changed every ~2 weeks -- that resulted in rapid gains, finally breaking that plateau. I highly recommend Cade to anyone interested in personal training.”

“This is a great addition to Charlestown and such a good workout. You don't have to be a runner to do their classes. It's making me enjoy the treadmill, which I always thought was the worst piece of gym equipment. I really enjoy the classes offered in each room. Friendly staff and teachers, and easy parking toom”

“Dropped in to Invictus Boston at their Columbus Street location. Loved it! Heidi was a great coach. Members were very welcoming of a drop-in. Nice box with a lot of fantastic amenities. Definitely will be back next time I’m in Boston!”

“This is hands down the best CrossFit gym in Boston. No other gym can compare to the space, community, social events, and programming (and I have tried other gyms in Boston!). Come here if you want to experience the epitome of what CrossFit can offer. Most CrossFit gyms dream to be what CrossFit Southie is!!”

“Great place! Love the coaches and the community. Have been going to this gym since 2021. If you’re a person looking to begin a fitness journey or want to learn more about weightlifting definitely recommend checking this place out. Everyone is super helpful and willing to listen to you. Classes are always fun even when the workouts look difficult.”

“Jasmine taught an awesome trial class! I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in trying CrossFit! I felt safe performing my deadlifts and learned a lot about protecting my lower back! The rest of the workout was just hard enough that I felt comfortable doing the exercises and I had fun throughout the entire experience! Thank you!”

“This class has been a game changer for me. From the first day I stepped in, I was greeted with love and respect by everyone. The class is intense but I go at my own pace. The knowledge that the coaches have is outstanding. They teach you real life scenarios and how to defend yourself. I never want to leave. Thank you for this amazing experience.”

“I’ve been absolutely blown away from the Brighton location orange theory! The gym has always been intimidating for me and I tried a ton of other workout classes that felt competitive or unreachable. This Orange Theory has always made me feel welcomed and wanted, and I always feel great after working out here! The daily challenges are fun and you get to do something new everyday. The coaches are wonderful and supportive, and will push you to do your best. Shoutout to Coach Lydia, she is an incredible coach and I love her energy & vibes!!! Thank you so much, Orange Theory!”

“i’m going to give broadway jui jitsu a 10/10. I recently became a member of this gym and let me tell you the people here are amazing. Before I knew it I had friends and training partners that I learned so much from and love terribly. Before I came to this gym I never liked working out. I love coming here and learning how to defend myself. I’ve learned so much from John, Lisa, Demetrius, Dimitri, Joe, AJ, Sensei SaPedro, Sensei Jay, Sensei Fong, Sensei Larry and of course my ukes. Do yourself a favor and join a gym you actually like by joining broadway jiu jitsu. I absolutely stumbled on a pot of gold here. I have had a blast. It’s been five months of training and I think I’ve accidentally learned how to be an assassin. It takes a lot of work to stand back up when you get knocked down a million times but I can personally say after that million and one time it gets a little easier.”

“I just completed a 28 day challenge @ The Fitt Pit! We were given menus to follow as well as motivating daily messages from coach Andre Thomas. Our challenge included 4 workouts/ week! I feel incredible! I lost 11 lbs and my body feels solid and toned! I made a commitment to joining this incredibly supportive gym post challenge. I love the workouts and I’m restarting the weekly menus. You won’t be disappointed….Get Some!!!”

“Can't say enough good things about this place and its people. I've been a member a little less than a year and in that time have met countless amazing people and gotten to know the EBF team a bit. They put a lot of effort into the culture that they create and it shows. It's one thing to create a great fitness experience, but to do so in an environment that creates psychological safety with inclusive and uplifting energy is a rare find. As a fat queer person who has spent time in a bunch of boutique fitness spaces in Boston, this is easily the most affirming. The team is thoughtful, responsive to feedback, and takes steps to make personal relationships with clients. Hands down my favorite place to sweat. Also, the sauna is A+”

“had a great experience working with Johnny doing some personal training work. with his help I made significant progress towards my training goals in just a few short months. Highly recommend!”

“Love Healthworks! I go to Back Bay and it is so big! I never feel crowded. There are so many good group fitness classes. The steam room is where I end my day at least once a week, it is luxurious.”

“I loved this class! The instructor, Yana, was great. I appreciated that she gave me personal feedback and took the time to make sure I was on track (unlike a different pole dance studio I went to). The pace of the class was great, and I had so much fun!!! I definitely recommend”

“Thank You Guys From The Front Desk To The Actually Members On The Gym Floor Had Philly In The BAC Like It Was HomeSweetHome. APPRECIATE YOU GUYS ??????#GymrassicPark”

“I always thought I’d have no business going to a UFC gym since I’m not a fighter. This place proved me wrong. The owner and the coaches are incredible and the people here feel like family. The vibe is welcoming and encouraging. You don’t have to be a fighter to come here. The HIIT classes are a fit for any age or fitness level- you can go at your own pace, the coaches are GREAT at adjusting the workouts to fit your needs. I had no experience in combat sports yet this place made me fall in love with kickboxing as my cardio. This is your sign to give this place a try. I promise you’re going to come back after your first time.”

“Invictus is a legendary name in the world of CrossFit, especially in 2023 when Team Invictus took the top spot at the CrossFit Games. They have a couple of locations in Boston, and even though I used to live and work in the area, I never had the opportunity to drop-in with them.I recently got back into CrossFit this past May after many years away and have been working at going 3x a week. Well, I was going to be back in Boston for a couple of days, and if I wanted to be consistent, I needed to find a gym. Invictus in Park Square was within a 15 minute walk from my hotel (Omni Parker House).I took in a 7am class. I got there about 15 minutes and the previous class was still in action, so I got a preview of what I was in for as far as the programming. Coach Molly caught sight of me and told me there was another room I could warm up and stretch in while I waited for my class to start.When it was time to start and I went to see the space in full for the first time, it was a little smaller than I was expecting. being long and narrow and relatively shorter ceilings where I wouldn't feel comfortable doing jerks or snatches, but apart from the heigh they make really good use of the space. It was a full class, but no one was in anyone else's way.Coach Molly was welcoming throughout. She gave clear instruction to the class. Even though she didn't know a whole lot about my time with CF (apart from the fact that I go to a gym in NH and have been going since May), she made sure to let me know where I can find equipment or personal dry erase boards, and she had a keen eye in how she observed my form and gave good feedback. That's important to me, because the last thing I want is to do something wrong and get hurt because of it. The strength programming just so happened to involve a movement I haven't had the opportunity to do yet at my home gym (sumo deadlifts), and between Molly's instruction and her advice on a minor adjustment, I felt completely at ease with the movement.The programming for the metcon was a beast, in my eyes. In the best way. Sometimes, I like to feel like a workout has kicked my butt, particularly if I go in the morning (I'm ordinarily a lunchtime or after work guy). This didn't disappoint. Lots of power cleans, lots of wall balls, lots of rowing.The other athletes that were there were pretty cool. I tend to keep to myself when I'm in an unfamiliar place, but CrossFit gyms can feel familiar because everyone is sharing a similar mindset. I was cranking out the last of my rowing calories and some of the other athletes that were there—people who don't know me, and in all likelihood will never even see me again—rallied around me to push me to finish the rowing. That's the kind of stuff I love about CF, and it's good to see a big name in the industry still has that sense of community.tl;dr - Although smaller than the average gym, they make great use of the space. Coach Molly was a great all-around instructor, the programming was challenging in a good way, and the other athletes share that sense of community that CrossFit is known for.”

“Wow-- I love this place. I've been looking for a new gym and considering a few of the high-quality gyms around Boston. After narrowing it down to Equinox and Republic Fitness, I decided to do trials at both. Equinox was nice, but Republic Fitness truly impressed me. Republic Fitness has all the features you'd expect at a nicer gym (new workout equipment, clean locker room, etc.) But it was the staff that made me sign up for a full membership immediately. From my first day, Lindsey was very helpful showing me around, and all the trainers seemed friendly and helpful. And the front desk-- amazing! Rooska and Tanisha are both incredibly friendly and supportive. While I found other gyms exuded an attitude of detached "coolness", Rooska and Tanisha led the way in making Republic Fitness feel warm and inviting. So glad I found this place!”

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“Friendly staff, kept clean and a great location... can't ask for much more! Signing up was easy and the woman behind the front desk was very helpful and answered all of my questions. Everyone does their part to keep the equipment clean which is easy due to the supplies left out by the staff. I emailed the manager of the gym with a question before joining and he was quick to respond and answered everything. I have never had to wait for equipment due to the abundance of treadmills, bikes and weights. Getting to the gym can be hard! Beacon Hill Athletic Club makes it easier.”

“I discovered BURN on ClassPass and loved it from the first class. It is a small studio, but I have never felt over-crowded in a class. The equipment is in great shape and I like that they have a lot of different weight options. I have taken a few instructors and all are friendly and helpful! Something I love about this studio is it welcomes all ages and abilities. It can be very intimidating walking into a new place and this studio does a great job of welcoming all. I am excited to try all the different classes they have to offer! The only downside is since it is such a small studio, they do not have a ton of class times to choose from. But that being said, I have never had an issue getting into a class or finding one that fits my schedule. My favorites are the TRX Bootcamp with Alex and the Power BURN with Jonathan. I can not recommend this place enough if you are looking for a strength training workout!”

“I have been going to this studio for about 6 months and almost always have the best experience. The coaches are so positive and make sure to give feedback/corrections where needed and are so encouraging during workouts. Could not recommend more.”

“I’ve been going to Form Training and working with Peretz since it opened. It is awesome- it’s clean, organized, and well-equipped. Peretz is an amazing trainer that tailors my workouts to my goals and he’s super reliable and friendly. I highly recommend.”

“I have been coming since November. I come before work. I arrive about 2am. The staff is great. I have seen a few others using equipment that allowed me to learn how to use them. I end each visit with either HydroMassage or the standard massage chair.I haven't been in the locker room or downstairs free weights. Someday,I will venture around.I find it a relaxing, no pressure experience.”

“This is the best gym I've ever trained martial arts at and it's for a great price. $139-159 based on your plan and it includes a full weight room with free weights, over a dozen martial arts classes throughout the week, plenty of open mat space for training on your own, and a locker room with showers and towels provided by the gym. The instructors and staff are super friendly and the community at the gym is also great.”