Reformation Fitness

Reformation Fitness is the best of both worlds: it has top notch, experienced, sought after trainers/​coaches, but is independently owned and offers small classes. It definitely has the boutique and community feel with intense work outs. I just took Mike’s Pilates class (I have been taking classes from him for almost four years) and it is always hard, upbeat, and makes me feel like a million bucks when I leave. Misook is just amazing; her MetCon and personal training sessions are second to none. Also, I highly recommend John Issa’s Wednesday night MetCon classes; it’s actually one of those workouts I look forward to because I know he will kick my butt, but it will be a fun, energetic class.
Reformation Fitness is definitely like an extended family in the neighborhood… couldn’t live without it!

if you go for no other reason than ali’s spin classes, it will be well worth it. whether you’re a vet or a newb, you’ll find her classes to be high-​intensity without being intimidating. what’s more, ali brings her engaging and highly motivational personality to every class, getting more out of you than you even know you could give.
also, her playlists are world famous.

I’ve been going to reformation for the last eight months, almost every day, and I have only the best things to say. Erika’s TRX and bootcamp classes are great – consistently motivating, great music, one-​on-​one attention, and always different. Same for Misook’s TRX and MetCon classes – which are some of the hardest classes I’ve ever taken. She uses literally every second of class. Every spin instructor I’ve taken (Misook, Virginia, Mak) has also been great – all very different but always fun. Since I started at reformation, my running times have decreased dramatically, I’ve gotten significantly stronger, and I’ve had no injuries at all.
I also love that Reformation does 6am classes – I always can get a great workout in before I start my day. When I moved to DC I left a wonderful workout community and didn’t think I could find another so warm, welcoming, and productive, but Reformation definitely and quickly dispelled that notion.

I’m surprised this place only has 8 reviews. They don’t lack for dedicated clientele! Brittany’s metcon class is excellent and butt kicking. I’ve done it twice. Jordan’s metcon was different, a little less bootcampy, but also good; I appreciated that he focused on alignment and form and really put the time into ensuring ours was correct. Both instructors know what they’re doing. Highly recommend these classes.
Brittany’s MetCon is still killer and the best!

Awesome studio addition to the Shaw neighborhood!
Brittany’s METCON classes are great, lots of varied movements that will keep you working and sweating. The best SPIN class I have ever taken here was taught by Shafer. He does musical theme rides every Wednesday night and they are always AWESOME! He has you singing and dancing, you don’t even realize how hard you are working!
I am docking one star because there aren’t any showers. I live three blocks away, so it’s not the end of the world, but I’ve had friends come as a guest and then we want to go to brunch after, but are too gross to go without showering.
Buy their deal if you’re new, take Brittany and Shafer’s classes and thank me later!

I’ve recently started going to the TRX classes here and have enjoyed it. I haven’t tried TRX elsewhere in the District so I can’t make a direct comparison, but I think the space while small is clean and efficient. The small space means small classes which means good individual attention. I think instructors are varied in terms of skill, motivation and style. Try a few people and see what you like best. Prices aren’t the worst and they have a nice deal for folks new to the studio. I intend to ty a few of the other classes too. I wish the reformer classes weren’t a different price though because it makes buying a package of classes and using them across the various other classes a bit more complex.
I’m giving 4 stars because of the small space around the cubby/​entry area/​changing rooms — making the space in between classes a madhouse! I also don’t like that front desk staff are hard to find (or maybe not there at all) on weekends and it’s hard to reach anyone whenever I call. So basically if you have a question it can’t be last minute and you’ll need to email. Also I had an instructor this past week who literally started a conversation with another instructor during stretching. They were trying to coordinate schedules to meet up later. Shame on the first instructor for bothering the class, and shame on my instructor for indulging the conversation! Pretty unprofessional.

I started going to Reformation 3 months ago and am really disappointed that I didn’t discover them sooner. My goal was to get stronger, since I do cardio plenty on my own, so I’ve only gone to the TRX and MetCon classes consistently. Also, because I’m a creature of habit, I’ve pretty much stuck with Erika for TRX and Brittney for MetCon. Both instructors are great and their classes will get your heart pounding and muscles working!

The new space is very nice with a lot more space. There’s now a spin class, changing rooms, and the TRX room has water rowers. Customer service is top notch. The owners go above and beyond to create a positive experience.

I love all classes here. Instructors are great and the new location is beautiful with plenty of street parking.

I like to sweat and I like to mix up my workouts. I have taken TRX and pilates reformer at Reformation. I have been working out here for a few years now and can’t say enough about the team and classes. They are challenging and welcoming at the same time. The instructors are helpful and will accommodate modifications if you have any injuries. Their new space is very nice and modern. Good luck and if you see me in class say hi!

THIS: review for spin
(And yes, I’m aware I’ll need
an updated review).
Ok, with that said –
I wanted to love it here.
I swear, really did!
Lockers locking is…
well, inconsistent at best.
Not a strong start there.
Compared to others,
spin class neither pushed hard nor
left me inspired.
Small studio space,
independently owned (yay!),
very clean (yas yas!!).
Enough to warrant
trying other classes here
but the bar is high.

This is a great little all in one studio located in the shaw neighborhood right off the green/​yellow line. I have taken the TRX classes, the metabolic classes with Brittney and the spinning class with Shafer. First off, the studio is unique in the mixture of classes offered. There are a lot of time slots that work and is manageable for most people’s schedules. I can almost guarantee making at least one of their classes. Secondly, I like the mix of classes offered, I think the pair of spinning (room is great, I really like their bikes and the flashing lights really put you in a good mood) and the combination of high endurance/​interval training classes really give you a solid selection to choose from if you were to become a member. The MET class I took with Brittany was great — the WOD was challenging but not completely impossible for a newcomer. Brittany will push you, but the workouts will make you sore in all the right places. I also highly enjoyed TRX — I have taken TRX before but this class incorporates cardio into their class (water rowers) so expect a complete workout that will leave you sore and drenched. I LOVE Shafer for spinning — such great energy and very motivational during the entire ride. I am excited to try out Pilates here. Highly recommend making the journey out to Shaw for a unique workout experience.

I’ve been going to Reformation since it was a tiny pilates studio– when they added TRX they would have to move the machines so we could have class. The space has come a long way but Mike and Misook’s commitment to excellence in fitness and an awesome customer experience has stayed constant throughout.
I’m a big fan of Mike’s pilates classes, anything that Misook teaches and Brittney’s metcon classes. All 3 will challenge you in different ways and make sure you get the best workout possible for you. The community here is great and friendly. I can’t say enough positive things. If you are looking to get stronger, stop in.

I love Brittany’s met con class and have been going to the studio for over a year. The new location is BEAUTIFUL! It’s so much more spacious and has plenty of restrooms and changing rooms. They also added a spin room, and my fiancé has been doing that while he’s recovering from an injury. It’s so convenient to have this many options in one place. I can’t rave enough about this place!

I’ve been going to studio classes at Reformation for a while, and their new studio is definitely an upgrade! There is a dedicated TRX room where they have also added water rowers (for better or for worse.). Downstairs has a spin studio and relatively big space for met con classes. The addition of dedicated changing rooms and a front desk makes getting to class a smooth process.
Overall I think the studio classes (TRX and met con) are a great workout. The classes offer modifications so I always feel challenged. The TRX room is a bit small when the class is full (10 people) AND when the water rowers are down– there’s barely enough room for everyone to have space to plank. I also wish that room had some mirrors; it would make the space feel bigger and also allow you to check your form, which is important on the TRX.
The met con room is more spacious, with enough room to workout and store kettlebells, weights, etc. I think quality of the classes depends heavily on the instructor, which is why I’m taking off a star. Brittney and Misook consistently deliver 5 star workouts. They make challenging, but fun classes, and are great about helping with form. I am also a big fan of Anita’s studio fit class when it’s on the schedule. Emily’s yoga class is the perfect combination between stretching and strength. There are some other studio instructors that have been disengaged during class (e.g. on their phone for longer than it takes to change the song) or don’t make the class feel fun, so I avoid them.
I haven’t had the chance to try the spin class, but it’s a great addition to the studio. Reformation offers pretty much every type of workout (spin, yoga, pilates (mat and reformer), HIIT, TRX), so there’s always something new to try.

Love Brittany’s classes. She spends time on teaching good form and gives the class great feedback. Also appreciate Reformation the more I deal with other fitness clubs in the area. They care about making the experience positive for each member.

Reformation Fitness moved less than a block away from their old place and boy is this studio beautiful! There is a lot more space (especially to wait for classes to begin), exposed brick walls, wood floors, big windows. A big TRX studio and a cycling studio downstairs. The pilates reformer classes here remain my favorite in town with a ton of awesome instructors — Mike is my favorite! Their 1.0 reformer class is great if you’ve never used a Reformer before. Totally love this studio and I recommend it to anyone who wants to try Reformer for the first time.

I am very seriously addicted to Mike’s pilates classes — they’re always awesome and he’s great on form. He’s very careful about making sure that everyone is on the right weight on the machine at all times. Plus he’s just a sweet guy :).
I’m on classpass, and given that I only get three classes a month, I basically only take pilates classes with Mike (due to the aforementioned addiction problem), so I can’t speak to how their other classes are/​other instructors are. But strongly endorse his classes.

I love their new location! It’s just a few doors down from the old location, with new gears and more rooms. I always go there for the Studio fit send reformer class, but with the new location, they incorporate the Fit and TRX class together. This is exciting because it was my first time using the rowers and the TRX band. Misook and Sue are very helpful! They are adding a Spinning class too