305 Fitness

I LOVE 305! Can’t get enough!
My favorite workout of all time
Best part, 305 attracts such a nice non judgmental clientele… Not like most clique NYC workout places.

Favorite class in NYC– and I’ve honestly tried them all. For people who have a hard time motivating themselves to work out because they think its boring, or tedious– this just flips you right upside down. Most energetic, fun, class. I can’t keep a smile off my face when I’m in the studio. If you like music– you will LOVE this class. If you like dancing at a club with your friends– you will LOVE this class. If you like high energy, fun people, with a judgment free zone attached– you will LOVE this class.

Wowzers, this class feels like a mix of Body Attack (Les Milles) and Move (The Movement), except with the atmosphere of a nightclub and a live DJ (meh unnecessary). Haven’t looked into the unlimited option but $ 30+ a class is unreasonable to me. Otherwise the class is a TON of fun. The instructors and extremely energetic. I love that the playlists are both house and hip hop. Love that its less stiff than other dance cardio classes. Sometimes you just have to put your back into it, you know? Very cute location with showers! Not overcrowded like you find at Equinox and other typical gyms. Most importantly, and incredible cardio workout with conditioning. Everything you need to burn fat then tone. I will be coming back for my second beginners two for 1 pass, will be looking into more reasonable pricing after that.

I thought the class was going to be a dance class similar to the Vixen Workout. In fact, the class is a super charged, 1980’s inspired aerobics class. In addition, the vibe in the studio was just a little bit off which may have affected my feelings about the class in general. I will give it another try. Follow my workouts on Instagram — @goodgirlpr or #fitpublcist.

305 — 8^th Street NYC is AMAZING, the Staff — AMAZING, Most importantly the cardio sweat factor is INCREDIBLE!
I take hip hop dance and Zumba classes during my lunch break at another spot… DO NOT BE CONFUSE! This is NOT ZUMBA, NOT HIP HOP DANCE! 305 has found their own style; it’s kind of a cross between your most difficult kickboxing, hip hop dance and cardio classes. Includes some real dance moves, great music and great instructors, who all have amazing «dancer bodies» and keep the energy level in the room «ALL THE WAY UP».
I love the dance moves, and workout moves combined. My favorite instructors so far are Sadie (of course), Latoya and Bobby Gouse (I just took his class this morning at 7AM!!), really every time I try a new instructor they become a new favorite. I’ve enjoyed every class I’ve jumped into, they are all similarly structured, but the strength building portion seems to be unique to the instructor which is a + for me as I know that your body gets used to doing the same thing so this throws in that unknown factor to your body.
The studio is clean, bathrooms clean, shower was nice, the faces are friendly and quirky (fun). The prices vary on the class as not they have added a Yoga like class and a Sculpt class but very competitive compared to other studio experiences, they offer great *newbie* packages too.
Please come ready to shake, jump and rock it! There is nothing worse than the person in the room who isn’t trying when everyone else is ROCKING through the pain!!! Don’t bring down the energy and check your shy-​ness at the door!!! Have fun & Get it!!!

Man, I love love love this place. I started with the 2 for 1 client special, took a few more single classes and then finally just bit the bullet and bought a package of classes. I was a bit nervous to go as I am on the opposite spectrum of «in shape» and wasn’t sure if I would feel out of place. But everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming, and the Cardio basics/​arms/​legs classes are super sweaty fun. Jess/HD/Bex…they’ve all been awesome. Some people who go can dance like pros and some, like me, just find a way to shake their booty along to as many steps as possible. But everyone has a great time and the DJs are on point. It’s a hard workout, but never frustrating, which makes me love it even more.
As for cost, it averages out to $ 24-​$ 32 per 55-​min class (sculpt and power yoga are less) depending on if you stick with single classes or buy a package. Is it more expensive than some monthly gym memberships? If you plan on going a few times a week, sure. But if you’re like me and never actually went to the pricey gym you were paying for, it’s worth it.

I work out on a regular basis and generally take classes rather than work out alone. My biggest pet peeve in classes is when instructors act snooty when you can’t follow along. Because I do not consider myself to be a good dancer, I was nervous to try 305 after a friend convinced me to try it.
I was blown away. First of all, I left the class smiling, which has never happened to me EVER. Secondly, the teachers are so high energy, and I never feel like I’m being judged if I can’t nail all of the moves. You get so much better at the moves every time you go, and it’s a really fun activity to do with your friends or alone. What’s best is that it really is a workout — you’ll sweat a ton and see the difference after a few classes. The emails they send out are also amazing.

Due to an injury, I couldn’t work out for 6 months. I was getting out of shape and started trying different classes around the city. 305 is the one class that I have consistently gone back to. They make working out fun and I’ve only been to a few classes but I’m hooked. Their tone as a company is great as well. Very friendly and funny emails and their instructors actually care about what they’re doing.
((Why 4 stars)) The one con is the classes are very expensive. If you get the 20 class package deal to go once a week it basically ends up being $ 94 a month… for 4 classes/​5 months. Some gyms are less including unlimited classes and gym equipment.
BUT the classes are still a great workout. I have noticed a change in my body already and it’s only been one month. Definitely try out the deal for newbies– $ 32 for 2 classes. It’s worth it!

All I have to say is after a class with SADIE your life will be CHANGED. If you are not a fitness junkie like I am, I am positive you will be turned onto this great movement provided by 305 fitness. You will feel empowered, you will feel moved, you will get sweaty, and feel like a total BAD-​ASS afterwards!
Also SADIE is now my #WCW errr damn day! OBSESSED. The only downside I have to find another job now to compensate for the classes I am going to purchase every month.

Live DJ. Amazing beats. Non-​stop moving. Sweat like a champion or sexy goddess (take your pick). Enough said! And I’m a fitness instructor with another gym in the city and this is where I go to get down when I’m not teaching. I think that says a lot! It lets me escape it all! Go go go! Love Jess. She gave me the best intro to 305.
Deal Seeking Diva tip: free classes for newbies (BOGO deal), bring a friend deals, 10-​class packs, and more! Always sending fresh deals via email.

This is the BEST work out class I’ve ever taken in my entire life! I don’t know anyone who’s done it that doesn’t like it, which says a lot.
I’ve been doing this class since I was a sophomore in college with Sadie when she first started. I loved it back then and today I love it just as much. I’ve done the Soul Cycle classes, City Row classes, pilates, yoga, etc etc, but nothing can compare to 305. It is by far the best intense cardio workout you can ask for. You are completely drenched in sweat when the class is over every single time. You are constantly moving your body, all parts, which is a great for overall toning. The following days you are sore (good sore) in places you didn’t even know about. It is so fun, the instructors are great, and a kick ass work out!

((305)) Fitness was definitely a great way to start my Tuesday morning. My bestfriend and I booked the 7 am class a week before because we were feeling very ambitious. When our 5am alarms went off and we read it felt like 2 degrees outside a little voice pushed us to stick to our plans and hop on the train. We were so excited because we were so nervous about what to expect! We arrived outside of ((305)) and immediately started grinning because we loved the décor. Once we got off our SnapChats to show the world where we were at 6:45 am we scurried inside and was warmly greeted by Step, the Assistant Manager. She handled our excitement gracefully while explaining to us how everything worked. My bestfriend and I felt like we were home we could not stop smiling from ear to ear! We changed and headed in to the studio where we were even more in awe, like dude why haven’t we made it to ((305)) Fitness sooner. Our instructor, Dionne, came in and boy did she kick our butts with a smile the whole time. I swear I was getting more and more tired because I was smiling and laughing the whole time! If you are reading this you must sign up or at least give ((305)) Fitness a chance!!!

This is the most addicting workout class you will ever take! It is AMAZING! I can’t say enough positive things about it. The instructors are so fun, uplifting and motivating. I have been going here for almost a year and I it is one of my favorite things about my week. The classes are so fun and challenging! I love dance classes, but this is SO much more than a dance class. It switches off between arm and leg day/​they are always switching things up so you never plateau. After class you leave so happy and accomplished. It is such a great community to be a part of & I am so proud to be a 305 Junkie:)

This is my absolute favorite workout class in the world!!! No other class has made me sweat so much, and I have never felt happier afterwards — the teachers are all so positive, you just leave every class a better person. It’s the best.

After having this place bookmarked for months I bit the bullet and have since been to 3 classes and have been totally blown away.
If like me you have a non-​dancing background and no real coordination I highly suggest just being honest with yourself and realizing you will look like an ignoramus and letting it go. To date, I have taken 2 classes with Bobby Gouse and one with Skyler and love them both for different reasons. Skyler was the perfect person to have my first class with because she’s such a positive bubbly soul. Bobby has amazing music and energy.
And the classes are HARD. 2 of the classes I took were arms and one was legs and I came out of both sweating.
And no it isn’t SO much fun that you do not realize you are working out BUT it is definitely the most fun/​best ass kicking cardio around.

Every week I look forward to my Wednesday 305 class with Latoya. 305 is definitely a challenging workout but you forget you’re doing squats/​lunches/​high kicks/​jumps because you’re having so much fun breaking it down to the awesome music. You definitely should take the basics class if you’re not a naturally good dancer but the moves are pretty simple to pick up if you come from a dancing background. Overall great workout and I think has made my endurance in other forms of exercise stronger. Love love love!!!

I’ve taken the basics class and the arms class taught by Jess Evans, and both were AMAZING experiences. Jess is super energetic. She runs around the room cheering you on throughout the entire class, truly a #fitspiration. The main difference between the two classes is that the arms one involves a few more bicep curls, but no matter which one you go with, you will get a killer workout. Even my friend, who was a varsity rugby player in college, was sore afterwards. I’ve taken a ton of classes at Equinox and at gyms back in Boston, but nothing compares to the workout here. The live DJ plays music that is on par or perhaps even better than the best nightclubs that I’ve been to. The dance routines here turns a tough cardio workout into a crazy clubbing-​esque experience. Would highly recommend this to anyone who loves dancing and working out or to someone who thinks cardio is boring.
And boys, if you want to meet some hot girls, this is the place to go!

I decided to try 305 Fitness at the recommendation of my friend, and I’m so glad I did — it’s one of the best workouts I’ve ever done!
I bought the 2-​for-​1 new client special (2 classes for $ 32) and did a Legs class with JJ and Arms class with Sadie. Most of the class is really intense cardio — lots of jumping jacks, high knees, and bouncy moves. Your calves will definitely feel a burn but it’s a good kind of pain (if you’re anything like me though, be prepared to have sore legs for the next two days). Most of the moves are pretty easy to follow along, but they just introduced a Basics class that’s supposed to be even easier to follow if you’re newer to dance workouts. Both classes I took were so much fun, and the best thing about 305 is the clubby atmosphere — there’s flashing lights and a live DJ in the music playing awesome music. Totally beats going to a club!
The studio looks brand new and is really well equipped. They provide lockers, face towels, and showers and toiletries in the women’s bathroom (face wash, lotion, you name it). Be sure to bring water into class with you (you’ll definitely need it), a really good pair of supportive sneakers, and some fun neon workout clothes if you want to see your clothes glow in the UV light.

Theres a live dj in the class, changing lights, a can-​do attitude, and no mention of trying to lost weight etc. youre really there to dance it all out, whatever that may be, and are encouraged to just get more into the music. It was burning, and pretty non stop, and the whole class was drenched. You cant help but smile and dance more intensely when one of your favorite songs comes on. Finally a fitness class where you truly are having too much fun to care about how hard it is (probably had more fun here than at the club the night before). Instructors are hilarious and fierce, men and women of all levels took the class.
Facilties have lockers with built in locks, dry shampoo, deodorant, towels, the works

I absolutely love 305! Never have I taken a fitness class that has me smiling and singing along from start to finish! The instructors are wonderful and they’ll whip you into sweaty shape before you know what hit you! Highly recommend this killer experience :)

305 made me realize what’s missing from my regular workouts-​FUN! My friend works out here once or twice a week so I am trying some classes while visiting. With the various package options they have, it’s affordable to try out and a great alternative to your everyday gym.
From the second I walked in the door my experience was 100% amazing. The front desk staff are super friendly and check in is easy when you sign up in advance for a class. The locker rooms are clean and well stocked with essentials to use post workout. I love the easy to use combo locks and they happily gave you a large and small towel for pre and post workouts. The showers were simple but also clean. They had shampoo, conditioner, body wash and face wash all at your disposal.
The class itself-​AMAZING!!! It’s a high energy cardio dance work out set to a live DJ spinning just the right music to get you motivated. I had a lot of fun and was so happy during and after my workout! After some dancing, you get to the toning and then high intensity intervals portion. To wind it down you get a final «dance it out» section that was so high energy and fun. A bit of a stretch and boom, it’s the fastest 55 minute workout I’ve ever had. No clocks in the room-it’s all about you and the workout. Welcoming members, supportive instructor who cheered us all on and just no judgements from the second you walk in the door until you head back out.
305, please consider opening up in San Francisco! There is so much focus on athletic training and workouts of the Cross Fit ilk out there, that we can use a purely fun adrenaline rush of a work out like this on the west coast! Love, love this place and highly recommended it to anyone who needs to infuse a bit of life in to their workouts!

Best way to start your morning.
The teachers are always great and the moves make me happy all day long.
Best class ever!

I was lucky enough to have a class with Sadie and it was amazing. Sadie is the founder and owner of 305 and she is super high energy and fun. I must admit before class I thought to myself, dance workout Im good! Boy was I wrong! This girl has moves and it was definitely a challenging work out but fun! These aren’t just the typical dance moves you’d do at the club. The DJ is spinning great music which makes it all the more fun. You just have to make sure you wear good sneakers. I made the mistake of wearing an older pair of sneakers which ended up hurting my feet with all of the jumping around. And I fell in love with the little tank top she sells «make sweat sexy» I had to have it! It was a little pricey for a tiny tank but cute and certainly one of a kind so I purchased it! I highly recommend grabbing your girls or coming solo and meeting some new friends and rockin’ out!

I used to go to BodyRox, a predecessor of 305 Sadie taught when she was at Brown, so I knew I had to try 305 when I came to NYC.
I signed up for a class with an instructor named Napoleon, which I thought was fitting because it pretty much takes an army general to make me move my butt. He was the best – he brought a tremendous amount of energy to the class – and I want him to be my friend.
It was a great workout. I should mention that it was very light on actual dance moves, which was a disappointment to me. Instead, it’s essentially a HITT class (expect TONS of high knees, people) conducted in a dance club setting. Whatever it was, it rocked! The DJ was amazing, the studio itself is clean and has cool lights (wear neon! your clothes will glow!), and the staff is great. Each class focuses on a different body part, and I went to the arms one, where we basically had to lift weights, do pushups and other arm exercises for about 5 mins.
If you’re thinking of trying this class out, make sure you’ve got good shoes, as this class is extremely high impact. Bring a water bottle (duh). Also, be prepared to shell out major $$. This class does not come cheap, people, but it’s a fun investment in your health, and a worthwhile indulgence.

This is a great class to have fun while getting some cardio in to supplement your workout routine.
I would suggest Skylar, because I have the best time– it’s the perfect mix of dance and aerobic exercises for a solid heart racing class. I can’t help but smile the whole time because she is so enthusiastic and cheerful.
If you want more of a workout though, I’d suggest Sadie. She kicks butt and makes you work hard for those calories burned.
I love how the djs adjust the beat when needed.
Tip: wear some neon clothes so they’ll glow in the dark for some added aesthetic effect.
Warning: instructors will occasionally scream– like the high pitch cat jumped off a building scream. Don’t be alarmed, keep dancing. It means you’re doing well.
Wish it were cheaper, though. Community classes are a great alternative for those on a budget (donation based class) like me.

This is a great class to have fun while getting some cardio in to supplement your workout routine.
I would suggest Skylar or Jess for your first time, because I have the best time– it’s the perfect mix of dance and aerobic exercises for a solid heart racing class. I can’t help but smile the whole time because they’re both so enthusiastic and cheerful.
If you want more of a workout though, I’d suggest Sadie, Latoya or Natalia. They kick butt and make you work hard for those calories burned.
Other instructors that are just amazing: Hannah Jean, Bobby, Maria
I love how the DJs adjust the beat when needed.
Tip: wear some neon clothes so they’ll glow in the dark for some added aesthetic effect.
Warning: instructors will occasionally scream– like the high pitch cat jumped off a building scream. Don’t be alarmed, keep dancing. It means you’re doing well.
Wish it were cheaper, though. Community classes are a great alternative for those on a budget (donation based class) like me.

I cannot get enough of 305. I’ve been going to classes for like 2 years or something. So incredibly happy that they have their own studio now!
I attended two sessions this week. Wednesday with Latoya and Friday with Natalia. By default, I always make it a point to take classes with either Latoya or Sadie because I’m used to their style of leading but I was super happy I took Natalia’s class on Friday. ’90’s dance music. So many songs I had forgotten about. Oh memories!
All of the classes are not for the faint. They are high energy, heart pumping live-​DJ music with moves that will get you sweating (seriously they have to mop the floor after each class). The classes are now broken into five sections. We begin with the dance warm-​up that quickly intensifies. Next is the toning so the focus is either on legs or arms. After that is the 5-​minute sprint which if you read health blogs, sprints are good. Then there’s some more dancing and we end with the cool down. Depending on who you get, there are some calisthenics thrown in there (like burpees and planks. I love burpees and planks!!!) or arms with light weights or 50 thousand squats (which are also highly effective in toning and shaping everything).
Now that 305 has their own studio (I’m so proud of them!), my favorite part, other than the kick-​butt instructors and the awesome live DJ-​music, is the light system. That light system is SICK! I love when the black light comes on and you’re like huh… I didn’t know this would glow in the dark.
Love, love, love this place. The music, the instructors (so far I’ve taken classes with Latoya, Sadie, Natalie, and JJ all super wonderful), the space, the lightening… EVERYTHING!
Totally worth it if you’re looking for a fun and intense workout!