Whether you’re looking for high-intensity cardio, strength training or a more holistic approach to fitness, there’s something for everyone at these top local workout spots.
Aqua Vida at AKA
More than 400 feet above the bustling Philadelphia streets, yogis can find their zen on an Olympic-sized indoor pool at AKA University City’s private lounge: Level 28. The low-impact classes take advantage of the buoyancy and resistance of the water, making for a challenging full-body workout that’s gentle on the joints while combining strength, cardio, muscle endurance, flexibility and core. As you master your warrior pose, don’t forget to look up and enjoy your front-row seat to sweeping city views. 2929 Walnut St., aquavida.com
BFit4Life
From immersive cycling, barre, yoga, HIIT and Zumba, BFit4Life’s classes are designed to challenge your body and push you to your limits, helping you achieve your fitness goals. Take advantage of their expert instructors, personal trainers and nutritional counselors as you embark on a new wellness journey. 400 Walnut St., bfit-4life.com
Maleek Jackson Fitness Boxing Gym
After spending 10 years behind bars, South Philadelphia native Maleek Jackson developed a passion for boxing and fitness. Now, as a top local personal trainer and founder of Maleek Jackson Fitness Boxing Gym, he welcomes fighters of all levels to improve their cardiovascular endurance, build strength and coordination and boost their confidence through his boxing training and strength/cardio conditioning classes. 926 N. 2nd St., maleekjacksonfitness.com
Movement Source
Achieve your fitness goals at Movement Source, where pilates classes in semi-private, private and small group formats sculpt and tone muscles. Students can try traditional mat work, Pilates Cadillac, reformer and chair, or the restorative foam roller classes that focus on fascia release, lengthening and grounding. 1609 East Passyunk Ave., movementsource.com
RippedPHL
Get ripped with RippedPHL’s high-intensity, full-body workouts. Their signature class combines 15-minute intervals on Woodway treadmills, strength training on the floor with TRX, Dynamax balls, body bars, free weights and more, all while low lighting and high-energy music set the tone. 1519 Walnut St., Third Floor, rippedphl.com
Tuck Barre & Yoga
Say goodbye to your outdated, crowded gym membership and hello to a customized fitness experience everyone can enjoy at Tuck Barre & Yoga. This popular studio offers online and in-person yoga and barre classes from acclaimed instructors, and founder Callie Kim knows how to kick clients into shape—during her career, she’s trained professional athletes, like St. Louis Cardinals players, Olympians and Oscar-winning actors. Multiple locations, tuckbarreyoga.com
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