SCULPT, SWEAT & STRETCH: Vienna's 8 Best Workout Studios
From high-intensity training to strength-based classes, mind-body practices and dance workouts, Vienna offers a wide variety of fitness studios with different innovative approaches for individual preferences and fitness levels. Among this diverse landscape, L’Officiel Austria presents the most popular destinations that make working out a dynamic and motivating experience that inspires to reach new heights of health and well-being.
1. Train & Tone
A vibrant one-of-a-kind energy, an uplifting community, dedicated trainers and empowering workouts – Train & Tone, founded by siblings Mariana and David Rodriguez and located in the heart of Vienna, offers the ultimate Pilates-based experience. A wide variety of mat classes which target different areas of focus are choreographed to upbeat music that makes time fly. As the first studio to bring the revolutionary Lagree method from L.A. to Vienna in 2022, Train & Tone not only provides mat-based classes but also an intense variation of the Pilates reformer: The Microformer. From Michelle Obama to Jennifer Aniston and Meghan Markle – the secret behind their stunning red carpet appearances lies in their high-intensity and low-impact workout routine on the compact machine. The classes are based on a harmonious blend of constant balance, resistance and long repetitions of flowing movements, thus targeting, strengthening and sculpting deep muscles and improving the overall posture.
2. RE:TREAT
RE:TREAT redefines classic Yoga and makes it personal. The spacious and airy hideaway is flooded with light and immediately invites to relax, have a cup of tea and take a breath before the course starts. The courses in different Yoga styles emphasise the mind-body connection and balance and invite everyone – from beginners to Yoga experts – with various levels of intensity and approaches. The studio offers calm styles such as Yin Yoga, restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra as well as more dynamic classes like Vinyasa Flow, Kundalini Yoga or Katonah Yoga. RE:TREAT complements the regular Yoga classes with special workshops and events such as meditation challenges, workshops on breathing techniques, sound-baths and Yoga retreats, Yoga brunches or Women’s Circles, making it the place for an all-round and one-of-a-kind relaxation experience. With a variety of personalised trial classes, RE:TREAT ensures that everyone finds the perfect style according to individual needs, experience and physical conditions.
3. Fame Boxing
"It's YOU vs YOU!" - that’s the motto at Fame Boxing, a workout studio that motivates individuals to push themselves to new fitness heights through intense boxing training. Located in Vienna's first and fourth districts, the sport of boxing is transformed into a popular full-body workout experience. Those who enjoy challenging themselves both physically and mentally will find a unique workout experience that combines the best of three worlds: basic boxing elements with functional strength training and high-intensity interval training. Once the gloves are on, participants release their energy on the punching bag to the beat of great music and vibrant neon lighting, resulting in an immediate boost in self-confidence.
4. Reformer Sessions
As the name already suggests, Reformer Sessions offers classic Reformer Pilates. The airy, open space, located in the second district, is filled with a calm and serene energy that is complemented by atmospheric music and soft lighting. With only a few open spots per class, Reformer Sessions ensures that each participant receives clear guidance throughout the entire class. The courses are designed to target different muscle groups and emphasise precision in each movement. A series of graceful, flowing-looking, yet controlled movements results in a deep engagement of the muscles, improves flexibility and enhances the overall body awareness. For an even more personalised reformer experience, Reformer Session also offers private classes for up to two people in the second location in the eighth district.
5. Row Inc.
Energetic beats, subdued lighting and an unrivalled atmosphere. With Row Inc., Vienna welcomes a brand new sports concept to the workout scene. The dynamic classes combine intensive cardio cycles on high-tech rowing machines and strength exercises on the mat in a sweat-inducing full-body workout. With this combination, Row Inc. offers a high degree of variability with different focal points, creating the perfect workout for different performance and age groups. Loud music, atmospheric lighting effects and uniquely motivating team spirit turn the training into an intense HIIT experience led by professional trainers with years of expertise in rowing or sports science.
Temporarily located as a pop-up in the showroom of Galerie Suppan in the first district, Row Inc. creates an extraordinary synergy of sport and art, thus laying the foundation for the up-and-coming success story.
6. Dance Fit
Everybody can be a ballerina! For all ballet dancers and those who want to become one, Dance Fit provides different levels of classic ballet classes. Tatjana Bozic, founder and ballet teacher, started dancing ballet at a young age and studied at the academy of the Vienna State Opera as well as the Musik und Kunst Privatuniversiät Vienna. Her experience, extensive knowledge and passion for ballet guides adult ballet dancers through graceful exercises and choreographies. From beginner, intermediate and advanced classes to stretching sessions and classes on pointe shoes – Dance Fit ensures that everyone finds a class perfectly suited to their level and experience, making one’s personal ballet journey an artistic and passionate one that embraces the elegance, dedication and beauty that define this timeless art form. Besides joyful but challenging ballet classes, Dance Fit is emphasises the strong sense of community. The dance floor is the place where friendships between people who share a love for dance grow and blossom.
7. SuperCycle
Looking for a fun workout that feels like a party? SuperCycle is the place to be! With four studios across town, the boutique spinning studio has made a name for itself by offering energetic high-intensity workouts that resemble a night at the club. 45 minutes filled with an intense mix of cardio and strength-based exercises target the entire body and increase both heart rate and happiness level. Loud music, flashing lights, disco balls and motivating trainers who make everyone dance and sweat on the bike with their signature playlists result in a room filled with endorphins and a one-of-a-kind post-workout feeling. From pop, hiphop, techno to classics from the 80s and 90s or monthly specials that put a variety of artists and more niche genres in the spotlight – SuperCycle is all about passion for music. Each location is characterised by urban design and an energetic atmosphere that sets the mood for the class.
8. Shaped by iB
Two urban spaces, innovative workouts and trainers who bring out the strongest version in everyone. Lead by their passion and expertise in health and fitness, Ivo Buchta, Thomas Kreuzhuber and Christian Szalay created Shaped by iB – the workout destination that unites the best of all worlds: boxing, running, cycling, dynamic floor combinations and in the newest studio in the ninth district even flowing exercises on the Lagree Miniformer. While the Original, Scorch and Blaze classes are designed in an interval structure that aim to push limits in the most efficient way possible, the new Reshaped class on the Miniformer focuses on slow and graceful movements to strengthen muscles and improve posture. The unique combination of strength training, cardio and endurance make Shaped by iB the place for a 360 degree workout experience that results in an energised and accomplished feeling after class.
