Royal Fitness Studio

I am so shocked to see that there aren’t more reviews on Royal Fitness. I was apprehensive to leave one myself, because I consider it such a great little secret spot. But, it’s too good not to share.
I never thought I could enjoy a group workout class like zumba, or even get through and entire hour of cardio. I walked into my first class at Royal Fitness and was terrified. I didn’t know any of the steps and was falling all over the place, but I got through the whole hour. I enjoyed myself and the people around me. I decided to make it my «thing» and get better at it, and I haven’t looked back since.
Lyzet is amazing. Her story of losing over 100 pounds is incredibly inspirational, and her energy never fails. Sometimes I think she missed her calling and should have been on Dancing With The Stars. She is just always so happy and sweet. Lyzet will take the time to get to know everyone and their story, and offer extra support in their diet and exercise journey. She is never too busy to chat before or after class. I think she has this business for selfless reasons. Charging a measly $ 3 a class is likely barely enough to cover her overhead, and she often does Zumbathon Fundraisers where 100% of proceeds go to charity. To know that the instructor is passionate about supporting the community and helping others improve their health is enough to keep me coming back forever.
The rest of the women (and a few men!) in the class are warm, friendly, and down to Earth. Leave your judgements and preconceived notions at the door. There are people of all ages, sizes, and backgrounds at Royal Fitness. It’s like one big happy family. I am pretty shy in class, but have found myself really getting know the other women and enjoying the social aspect of it.
If you’re in Central Austin and are looking for a way to change your life, or just your attitude about working out, give this place a try. The studio and location are not posh or new and shiny by any means, but that’s what is so refreshing about it. All you need is a floor, music, and a fab instructor.

Lyzet’s Zumba skills are on super HYPE level! Her music is outstanding the energy of the class and the studio are amazing!
I 100% recommend her classes to anyone that wants to have fun and get a great workout.
I am a Royal Fitness Lady! ZUMBA!

SO HAPPY to have found a Zumba studio that’s convenient to me, inexpensive, has a SUPER FABULOUS instructor, and has plenty of time options (there are 11 different classes during the week!). I discovered this place by accident when I went to walk in Highland Mall. (Yes, it’s still open, though there’s not much there. but I discovered this place upstairs. I heard the music and I had to go see where it was coming from!) I’m new to Zumba (a few weeks) and I haven’t tried any other places, but I can’t imagine having a better instructor than Lyzet Jaimes. She’s SO fun, enthusiastic, energetic, encouraging, and inspirational. She said she lost 100 lbs doing Zumba! (I stayed after class one day to tell her how much I am enjoying her classes and she told me her story.) Some of the other gals in class have been doing Zumba for awhile and have tried it at other places. They say she’s one of the best in town.
I also love that there’s no contract. You can pay by the class, though most people buy a ticket with multiple classes, and it works out to about $ 3 per class. That is AWESOME. I can’t afford an expensive gym membership right now. And even though Planet Fitness is close by and cheap, the gym is SO BORING.
I also love how it just doesn’t matter what you wear, what size you are, anything. It’s just SO MUCH FUN that nobody cares if you’re fat or skinny or have on a cute outfit or an old T-​shirt (me!)… it’s all good and everyone is totally accepting… and nobody’s paying attention anyway ’cause we’re having SO MUCH FUN. The music just makes me happy, and I leave there feeling SO GOOD. Love love love this place. I’m hooked.
And I can’t believe I’m the first to write a review for this place. I don’t actually know how long it’s been open. I’m taking a guess… Aug 2012? I have to put something in the blank, but I can go back and correct it later. :)
Found out she’s been open since Nov 2011. :)