MOD Fitness

I’ve been dancing for over 20 years and have tried several other barre studios in the area, but MOD Fitness by far has my vote for best Barre/​Fitness studio in Austin! Things to love:
Marnie and her team are personable and welcoming. They’ve created such an awesome community you can’t help but want to be part of it.
The classes are definitely more athletic than any other barre classes I’ve attended. This is a great thing! As a dancer, I find myself bored in a lot of barre classes that use dance stretches and exercises because I just want to get up and do some choreography. Not so here! I love how each instructor brings their unique style and each class is different and challenging. This is why I believe the workout is better here. They mix it up all the time!
Awesome instructors. I believe the instructors here have a true passion for fitness and people. While they all have varying backgrounds, they have received extensive training to teach at MOD and they are pros. I don’t know about you, but I like to be inspired and encouraged by my instructors.
Finally, the studio has great ambiance. Light, airy and flowing with positive energy and people committed to their health, who wouldn’t want to start or end their day there?
All in all, I LOVE MOD Fitness. Thank you for sharing your passion and talents with us!

As a previous Bar Method member I must say that these classes CRUSH the standard Bar Method technique. It truly is an athletic form of barre and should not be underestimated. I walked in feeling a little cocky that I would be able to handle my first class and felt very challenged. So much that I was looking at the clock and thinking «How many more minutes of this must I endure!?!» (this is a good thing)
If you are looking to mix things up in your workout routine, check this little bungalow out. They also have the best customer service I have seen so far. I visited via ClassPass, but their rates are pretty standard for any of the other barre studios in town.

Absolutely love this place!!! I have been a member for around 5 months and couldn’t more excited about working out. When I attended my first class, Marnie was more than wonderful when it came to making sure I was comfortable and doing everything correctly. I finally decided after five months of the Mod Barre classes I wanted to attend the Mod Burn class to get more of a cardio work out in. I emailed Hollie for information regarding the class and she was so informative. I signed up and did a class that week with Autumn and it was probably the best workout I’ve had in a very long time.
I couldn’t be more excited and thankful for these ladies and my new body!

This place is truly transforming the way I think about fitness.
I stumbled upon MOD a year or so ago while driving around lamar and was pulled in initially by the sleek design and cute studio… only to get my ass TOTALLY kicked by a top notch instructor and class.
Fast forward a year, having recently ditched my cross-​fit-​like gym ways for class pass, the only thing I don’t love about this place is that I didn’t get into barre sooner. I really used to think that in order to be fit, you had to squeeze lots of hours and classes into the day, however, MOD is proving that you really simply have to work out the RIGHT way to achieve the results you’re aiming for.
Having tried about 5 Barre/​Pilates studios in the ATX area (barre3, ToddPilates, MOD, Bar Method, 360), MOD is by far the most fun and most effective. Friends agree that MOD offers the most difficult classes, which translates into most results. In the short time I have become a regular, I can feel and see the changes in my body. Marnie, Jennifer and Autumn are wonderful instructors who bring an unrivaled balance of intensity, fun and motivation to every class. I prefer the regular MOD Barre class to Mod BURN simply because I like to savour the barre burn as much as possible but both are great. If you’re looking for something new, to break into the barre scene or simply to get your butt kicked… try MOD!

I took the Burn class and it was a great full body work out. The studio was clean and nicely laid out. I was greeted by a friendly front desk person when I walked in who helped me figure out what I was doing. I always hate going to a new studio and being lost. The part I loved the most was the music!!! It rocked, more group fitness studios need to play better music as it makes the time go by much quicker.

Absolutely. Love. This place.
I discovered MOD on class pass, and tried them out first for a Barre class and then the Burn (Barre + Cardio) class. The girl at the front desk was very sweet and welcoming and the instructor showed me around the studio and helped get me set up.
The classes are always different, which I love. They are challenging but I can already tell a difference in my muscles from going just a few times. The studio is so clean and refreshing. And they have lots of options for class times depending on your schedule.
Overall, I enjoy this place so much that I see myself cancelling my class pass and getting a membership here. Because I know it would be worth it.

I’ve been using mod fitness fairly regularly for the last 6 months. Really like it! Definitely continue to see definition and toning. I signed up for «class pass» so decided to try out another barre class at another establishment just for the hec of it. Just wasn’t the same as mod barre. When I go to mod barre I feel the workout. It’s tough but I can feel the burn. I am pushed to work harder every time. At the other place, I barely broke a sweat. Love mod fitness and plan to continue with it!

I just recently moved to Austin and was on the search for some new fitness motivation. I found MOD fitness here on Unilocal,read many great reviews so I decided to check it out! I went to one of their ‘drop-​in’ sessions led by an instructor-​in-​training, Ms. Autumn, and it was awesome! I hated her at the end of it, but loved her at the same time. ;)
I hadn’t been in an organized class in a couple of years so I was nervous about starting over, looking out of place, etc. But from the moment I walked in, everyone was so welcoming and made me feel at ease. Even during the class if I had to do less reps or lighter versions, I didn’t feel bad about myself. Autumn pushed us harder to keep going, but didn’t make it too aggressive. This was key for me. I don’t need a place making me feel bad about myself! It’s hard getting back on the fitness train after being off it for so long.
I loved the studio, the people I met, and the class. I will definitely be back. I still feel the affects of class 2 days later. Love it.

The studio is adorable! It’s in what looks like an old home, I loved the character and feel of it.
Came here with ClassPass for a 6:15am MOD Burn class on a holiday Monday. Only a few of us in the class, which was nice. I loved that it was 45 minutes too and low impact. It consisted of cardio intervals mixed with glutes, weights and core. It was constant moving and never boring. I left feeling like I had a really good workout and would be sore the next day, but without feeling overly exhausted. Just what I needed!
MOD Fitness has a bathroom, small lockers, and also other places to put your things. No filtered water from what I could see, and I think there were showers too.
I like the small, local studio feel of MOD Fitness. I look forward to trying one of their Barre classes.

I went to MOD for the first time recently using ClassPass and it was wonderful! I took the MOD Barre class with MLynn and left feeling so great, but also sore! The class flew by because the workout was enjoyable and MLynn did a great job motivating us throughout the entire class. As a first timer it was easy to adjust to the studio and catch on in class because everything was explained clearly. I will for sure be back in soon!

Ouch. That’s all I can say right now after finishing one of Hollie’s classes. Which is a good thing of course!
The only downfall for me here is that it is less ballet-​inspired than other barre studios I have tried. But I have never been worked harder anywhere else. Not even 5 minutes in my legs were shaking so hard I could barely stand. Again – a good thing! Hollie is a great motivator and subtly corrects your form. You will feel this workout in muscles you didn’t know existed for daysssss after taking a class.
The studio is very clean and airy, and the equipment is all nice and new. Definitely check it out if you are looking to change up your work out and hit the parts of your body you normally miss!

If you like barre style workouts, you must try MOD! The studio is adorable, bright, and clean– and the music is always great. Marnie and her team deliver great workouts. There is no set structure to classes here so sometimes it can be a little hard to follow, but it always keeps you on your toes. They often incorporate a little more cardio than other barre classes do, but I like that. Marnie and Lauren both teach really great classes and will whip your butt into shape!

UPDATE!
I took a break from MOD because I had to focus on getting my pet service business off the ground. (Game Time Dog Services shout out!;)) I was going 1000 miles per hour and was suffering from some previous injuries. In 2006 I had a significant groin injury during college soccer and in 2009 I re-​injured it after completing a marathon. My hip and groin were ALWAYS bothering me. Sitting, walking, running — you name it — it hurt. I took a complete rest from running and rejoined the MOD Squad. I have been taking 3 to 4 classes/​week for 2 ½ months now. About a month ago I noticed my hip stopped «catching». YAY! Then yesterday I went for my first painless run! I’ll always have to be careful to not re-​injure myself, but barre has strengthened the surrounding muscles and I’m all in all stronger.
I’m so STOKED and a MOD fan for LIFE!

It was a WONDERFUL barre workout. I loved it. It was definitely a workout meant to target what I need :)

I was in Austin for a graduation and I wanted to get in a good workout while I was in town. I searched online and found MOD Fitness. Their website is super easy to navigate so I signed up and paid for my class online.
If you have ever done barre classes, you know they are challenging, my thighs were shaking and abs were sweating. Overall the class was exactly what I was looking for. The studio is nice and offers ample parking.
I am from Houston and this class was very similar to the Define Body classes that I normally attend. I highly recommend stopping by MOD if you are a Define regular and are in Austin for a weekend. I will definitely be back when I am in Austin.

I’ve been a MODster for a year now and I love it! My arms and legs are more defined and my deepest core layer is as strong as it’s ever been.
I sweat in every class, but enjoy that this is a low impact exercise. In every class the instructors target those deepest muscle layers that you never knew existed. My back is also a lot stronger which helps with posture.
Each class is fun and the environment is chic and cozy. The music is fresh and exciting that the hour goes by so fast.
I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to switch up their boring routine or cross train with other activities. #funandfit

I love this place. When my husband and I briefly discussed moving to another neighborhood, my first thought was, «but I’d be so far from Mod!»
I had been doing barre classes 2 – 3 times a week for about a year when I discovered Mod, right up the street from my house. I wasn’t looking for a new barre studio, but decided to check it out just because it was so close. And I haven’t gone anywhere else since, even though I had most of a class package left at another studio.
Mod classes are more creative and fun than most other barre classes I’ve attended– because it’s not a proprietary method, Marnie and the other teachers can do things in different orders, and just make up more interesting activities. There’s so much variety, and it keeps me from getting bored. Also, I’m in better shape than I’ve ever been– the variety means my muscles can’t acclimate, so I just keep getting stronger. The first time I did it, I literally couldn’t walk normally for a week (and again, I’d been doing barre 2 – 3 times a week already). I’m still always sore afterwards, but I can do so much more than I used to be able to do.
Everyone at Mod is also genuinely friendly. They’re not learning your names because that’s the policy– they’re learning your names because it’s a small studio and they genuinely know you. The atmosphere is very welcoming and not at all intimidating.
The studio is also a really warm, modern space. And parking is a cinch. And classes are full but don’t feel cramped, and at all different times of day. And it’s less expensive than most other studios. And… well, I could go on. But you get the picture. As I said, I love this place.

I’m a sucker for fun & finding new unique ways to workout so when I come across an exercise class that offers both… I’m hooked. MOD Fitness Studio accomplishes just that. Fun, yes. Unique, for sure and effective… most definitely! A few of my friends raved about barre routines so I decided to give it a whirl!
Ladies & Gents be prepared: your buns will be sore in the morning. I take 3 workout classes a week (Body Pump at Golds-​holla) so I was confident in my strength training… oh boy was I humbled in this class. We started off with some light stretching (& after about 3 minutes I was wishing I included stretching in my daily routine, because news flash to me: I’m lacking in the flexibility department). We moved on to squats & calf raises… oh boy were my glutes a burnin…& that was only 1 minute in! In the 1 hour class we worked legs, tush, arms & core. Each set lasting about 4 minutes.
I was extremely impressed with the fact that we only used a few pieces of equipment; 2 hand weights, a small ball, a balancing bar and a clothed rope to get an awesome core & toning workout.
Marnie was a baller instructor! She played the right amount of good grooves to get us a movin & she helped with any adjustments needed to make sure we were using all the right muscles. She is extremely knowledgeable of barre training & a strong motivator. She definitely pushed me to keep moving through each exercise even when I thought I couldn’t or wanted to give up.
If you are looking to change up your same old lifting weights & running town lake routine, check out MOD’s fitness classes. Their core strengthening & muscle toning exercises will for sure have you swimsuit ready in no time!

If you want to have a great core workout in an inviting atmosphere you have to come to Mod Fitness! If you have ever been interested in taking a barre class– this is the one to try!
As a runner, this is a great workout to tone other parts of your body, while also giving you that great stretch you really need. Every class is different, but you always leave feeling like you worked every muscle in your body. You use a ballet barre and plenty of other props to constantly challenge your body into becoming more toned and lean. There is definitely no intimidation factor, and the classes feel more like one-​on-​one instruction rather than a group workout.
The owner, Marnie, is sweet and personal, and she has turned that bungalow into the beautiful studio that it is– bright, airy, and inviting!
The great thing about getting fit at a local studio is that it feels like home when you walk in. Marnie and Mallory are on a first name basis with everyone, and they always make new guests/​clients feel welcome. I brought my mom to one of the classes, and she definitely got the VIP treatment! Marnie also is great at networking with other local businesses, so there is always a special going on for Mod Fitness clients– whether it be coupons from Gap Fit, free granola from KIND, or wine discounts at Henri’s across the street.
After going to Mod Fitness for almost 10 weeks (3 – 4 times a week) I have seen my body change in ways running & other fitness classes never achieved. I am lighter, leaner, and stronger– and I’m happy to say I found a studio that feels more like a home away from home :)

You WILL see a difference in your strength, flexibility and the way your body looks and feels in 5 classes or less.
This is hands down, the best fitness class that I have ever taken. It will make you use every muscle that you have and those you’ve never felt before. You will feel challenged, but not overwhelmed or intimidated. The classes are designed to have a private instruction feel without the private instruction price. Everyone that attends the classes are friendly, of all ages and all skill levels with no competitive vibe whatsoever. The instructors are personable and encouraging and make you feel more than welcomed. They try to get to know everyone by name, give ¹⁄₁ attention, and really are dedicated to helping everyone reach their goals.
The space is warm, inviting and beautifully designed. Marnie the owner has done an amazing job at creating a perfect fitness environment that is calming, clean, well organized and extremely professionally run. Like something you would find in LA or NYC, this is a gem that you should not miss out on.