Jen Fraenkel
October 18, 2017 10:58
This is absolutely a 5 star review but this workout isn't for me in the long run. The facilities are GREAT, I didn't want to leave, the instructors are motivating and incredibly helpful.
Upon arriving, I met some lovely people at the front desk, most of whom are so crazy about this workout that they went and got jobs there. They're very happy to tell you all about it and prepare you for class. Once you get past the front desk, basically everything is bathed in red lights. It's nice, it makes for intense looking selfies but it gets a little old. The Lounge has lots of foam rollers for before or after your workout and some nice reclining chairs that must feel great after class.
Class was an even mix of men and women but clearly EVERYONE even in the 101 class, is in excellent physical shape already. We were about 18 people and basically everyone is super toned. Our instructor was incredibly motivating (almost too much for my taste) and there was an air of "pep rally" in the room. I'm not super outgoing and though I wish my "teammates" a great workout, I don't want to cheer for strangers or put my hand in a circle before class to count down from three and shout "tone house" at the top of my lungs. Tone House does what it does incredibly well but like I said, this isn't for me in the long run. I'm not that peppy, unfortunately!
The workout was great, it's tough but doable and definitely gets you using muscles you might otherwise neglect. If you want a hard workout, don't hesitate to go to Tone House, it does what it promises!
The locker rooms and showers after the workout were miraculous and refreshing. Perhaps the nicest shower facilities I've seen in a NYC gym (and I've been to a lot of them!) The shampoo is heavenly!!