Exercising doesn’t look the same for everyone — what’s fun and muscle-building for one person may be a slog for someone else.
Fortunately, Winston-Salem is home to many opportunities for exercise, whether you enjoy lifting weights, dancing to hip-hop tunes for a little cardio action, or boxing for a full-body workout. Use this guide as a resource for all things fitness in the Twin City.
Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.
For those looking for flexibility + variety
Synergy, 905 Broad St., Ste. 113 | The studio offers spin, HIIT, yoga, and hybrid classes that vary in length of time and intensity. Try this: Experience all the class types over two weeks for a $30 unlimited pass.
You’d never guess this room is more than 100°.
Photo courtesy of @livingwells.creative via Aware Hot Yoga
Aware Hot Yoga, 139 W. 9th St. | The studio heats up for 60- or 90-minute Pilates and yoga classes. Try this: Try the two-week introduction class for $29.
Hilliard Studio Method, 50D Miller St. | Workouts to sculpt and tone your body focus on strengthening the spine and your core. Classes are designed to be taken regularly and differ from day to day. Try this: You can purchase individual classes or monthly memberships to suit your schedule.
For those who enjoy working out alongside others
Top Tier Fitness, 610 N. Liberty St. | Members enjoy access to a cold plunge + sauna after strength training workouts.Try this: Check out a preview of test workouts to familiarize yourself with the classes offered.
690 Women’s Fitness, 690 Jonestown Rd. | Choose from more than 30 classes weekly in the women’s only facility. Try this: get a seven-day pass to try the gym for free.
For those who want one-on-one training
Fit-4-Life Personal Training, 111 Chestnut St. | Plans are designed to help clients incorporate fitness into everyday life. Try this: Book a free consultation to get a personalized assessment of your current fitness and future goals.
Unique Fitness Studio, 1005 Burke St. | Trainers will analyze your body type, Body Mass Index (BMI), and metabolism to create an individualized plan. Try this: Get motivated at Group Camp on Saturdays at 7 a.m — the class is $15.
Lotus Yoga Academy, 525 Vine St., Ste. 215 | Private, group, and virtual offerings are available. Try this: New clients can enjoy two weeks of unlimited classes for $33.
Small groups can also allow for individualized coaching.
Photo by Neil Craver via Lotus Yoga Academy
Sage Strength + Conditioning, 3576 Yadkinville Rd. | Whether you want semi-personal training or to work one-on-one, coaches will push you beyond your limits and create a tailored plan based on your needs. Try this: Book a free, 30-minute “No Sweat” session to start setting your goals.
Showtime Physique, 1166 Burke St. | The wellness and fitness center focuses on individual coaching and specializes in training cancer patients and older adults. Try this: if you can’t make it to the facility, get 10% off virtual online training.
For those who want to punch up their fitness routine
The Workhouse Fitness, 532 N. Main St. | Classes max out with 20 participants and are designed to target specific parts of your body. Try this: Squad classes are completed in pairs so you can push your teammate.
Camel City CrossFit, 104 Progress Ct., Ste. 60 | Programs are designed to develop core strength and conditioning. Whether you just want to attend classes, competitions, or outside-of-the-box activities, this gym has it all. Try this: Sign up with your significant other to get special couples pricing.
Washington Park CrossFit, 2020 Hollyrood St. | Sign up for a one-week free trial and try individualized coaching and small class sizes. Try this: Consider adding infrared sauna access to your membership to help in recovery.
CrossFit Amplitude, 3905 Country Club Rd. | Try your hand at Crossfit and learn functional fitness movements + cardio fusion classes to help burn fat. Try this: Purchase a day drop-in or go for a week before committing to a membership.
For those eager to try to something new
Master’s Fitness, 214 N. Broad St. | Training specializes in guided kettlebell exercises. Try this: The gym also has an indoor pickleball court and an instructor to teach technique + strategy.
FirstHand Climbing Gym, 1024 N. Chestnut St. | Add some fun to your routine — learn to climb alongside other enthusiasts, practice yoga, and meet new friends during classes. Try this: Sign up for a Bouldering 101 class to learn techniques to climbing without ropes or harnesses.
Find your zen on Trade Street.
Photo courtesy of Wildlight Wellness Collective
Eight Points Muay Thai, 1015 W. Northwest Blvd. | Learn the art of the combat sport, whether your goal is to get in shape, build confidence, or become the next world champion. Try this: A Muay Thai Fundamentals class on Mondays and Wednesdays will introduce you to basic footwork and drills.
Wildlight Wellness Collective, 612 N. Trade St. | The studio offers barre, yoga, meditation, high intensity interval training (HIIT), and other body + energy work. Try this: The studio offers two free community yoga classes and one free community meditation class weekly — registration is required.
For those who want to dance it out
Pole Body and Arts, 4928 Martin View Ln. | The space offers various levels of pole dancing classes in an inclusive environment. Try this: If you’re a beginner, you’ll want to start with the Intro to Pole class first.
Forever A Dancer Dance Academy, 4421 N. Cherry St., Ste. 20 | The academy teaches a combination of ballet, Jazz, modern, Afrobeats, and Hip Hop dance to all ages.
Academy of Dance Arts, 1425 W. 1st St. Ste. C | More than a place for dancers ages 3-18, the studio offers drop-in adult ballet classes for $15. Try this: If you’ve had at least two years of ballet training in the past, try the intermediate adult class.
Gear up
Don’t forget to set your movement adventure up for success with tried-and-true gym favorites.
Owala FreeSip water bottle | Stay hydrated at the gym with a beloved stainless steel bottle — you can get it as large as 40 oz. for max hydration.
Baleaf women’s fleece-lined leggings | Make facing workouts on chilly mornings easier with fleece-lined leggings — plus, choose how many pockets you want on them.
Silicone ear tips for AirPods | Earbuds will slip out at the gym no more thanks to simple silicone ear tips that keep AirPods in place.
Aesthetic Built scuba oversized half-zip hoodie | A roomy, soft sweatshirt with thumbholes and a kangaroo pocket.
Aesthetic Built perfect muscle scallop tee | This men’s tee was made to accentuate biceps, chest, and shoulders.
HOKA Women’s Clifton 9 Sneaker | Set your cardio workouts up for success with a sneaker designed to increase foot comfort and absorb the shock of high-impact exercise.
Heathyoga non-slip body alignment yoga mat | Beginners and advanced yoga students alike will love the alignment lines on this mat to take your form to the next level.
CRZ Butterluxe high-waisted leggings | These buttery-soft leggings feature gentle compression and are considered a Lululemon alternative by reviewers.
Bala Bangles | Ready to up the ante of any workout? Use Bala Bangles on wrists or ankles for added resistance.
