Fitness Classes
Where to Train Like an Olympian in Philly
Inspired by the Summer Olympics? Go for the gold around town with our picks. Fencing The Fencing Academy of Philadelphia has been instructing would-be sword-rattlers […]
Here’s Where You Can Take a Drop-in Dance Class in and Around Philly
If you’ve ever taken a dance class, you know that it keeps your body and mind challenged, disciplined, focused, and energized. No matter if you’re […]
Where to Try Reformer Pilates in and Around Philadelphia
Pilates can involve various equipment, and one we (and so many others!) love is the reformer. The machine — which features a sliding carriage, multiple […]
Baby-Friendly Fitness Classes Around Philadelphia
If you’re a parent (especially to a newborn or toddler), you’re probably finding yourself a little more strapped for time for exercise. Thankfully, Philly has […]
Philly Fitness Studios Are Banding Together in the Fight for Reproductive Rights
Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last month, folks and organizations at the local level have been taking action in the fight for […]
The Ultimate Guide to Boutique Strength Training Gyms in Philadelphia
If you’re looking to strength train in a smaller, more intimate setting, look no further. Whether you’re interested in weightlifting, CrossFit, open gym, or cardio-strength […]
A Bunch of Philly Fit Pros Are Coming Together for an Epic Workout Event at Bok
After over a year of… *gestures broadly at everything*, Philly’s fitness scene has proven that it won’t go down without a fight. As more people […]
Philly Boutique Gyms Petition to Reopen in Yellow Phase
Even though Philadelphia moved into the yellow phase this past Friday, local fitness studios are still feeling defeated. Gyms, regardless of square footage and client […]
How 5 Philly-Area Gyms Are Handling Memberships During COVID Closures
Just about seven weeks ago, Tom Wolf closed gyms and other non-essential businesses due to the escalating coronavirus outbreak. Even though Wolf has recently outlined […]
Here’s What the Philly Fitness Community Is Doing to Support Essential Workers
If you’re a Philly-area studio or instructor doing something to help essential workers, email lbrzyski@phillymag.com so we can add you to the list! Ever since […]
ClassPass Is Helping Fitness Studios Amid Coronavirus Closures … Sort Of
This post has been updated. Note: We are not disclosing the names of fitness studios who contributed sentiments about their experiences with ClassPass. The anonymity […]
This Longtime Philly Dance Company Just Opened a New Studio in Fairmount
A new dance studio has opened in Fairmount from longtime Philadelphia theater and dance staple Silvana Cardell, who is the director and choreographer of her […]
This Philly Fitness Studio Wants to Take You on an Epic Barre Crawl
On March 7th, Tuck Barre & Yoga is giving your regularly scheduled weekend workout a major upgrade. In celebration of their client appreciation day (a.k.a. […]
You’ve Now Got Yet Another Studio to Take Treadmill Classes Near Philly
For the past two years, treadmill classes have become incredibly popular. And no wonder: The high-intensity workouts often combine cardio with strength training, all set […]
The Wall Fitness Brings Trampoline Workouts to Manayunk
For the past three years, rebounding classes have been all the rage in Philly’s fitness scene, thanks to boutiques like Freehouse Fitness (the trampoline OGs), […]