Working out doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Mix up your current workout routine — or start a new one — at some of NoVA’s best fitness facilities.
DUAL WINNER: Barre; Outdoor Fitness Class
Winner
Kelly’s Bootcamp & Inergy
Fitness journeys are never easy, but group workouts with experienced trainers who are dedicated to furthering their clients’ success can provide the structure that makes them possible. Kelly’s Bootcamp & Inergy has indoor and outdoor classes that combine cardio, strength, and endurance training to maximize results and get clients feeling stronger and fitter. For some variation in the routine, Kelly’s offers specialty and sampler classes designed to showcase different workout formats, including barre Pilates. 43083 Peacock Market Plz., Ste. 120, South Riding; 24670 Dulles Landing Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling
Runner-Up (Barre)
Pure Barre
Multiple locations
Runner-Up (Outdoor Fitness Class)
Urban Boxing
3701 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington
Boot Camp
Winner
Hodges Fitness
If the thought of boot camp fitness conjures images of drill sergeants and unforgiving workouts, think again. Hodges Fitness encourages a holistic model that includes both physical and mental training. Camps synthesize high-intensity interval training and strength with mindset training and yoga to provide a balanced approach to fitness. 7950 Woodruff Ct., Ste. 7, North Springfield
Runner-Up
Kelly’s Bootcamp & Inergy
43083 Peacock Market Plz., Ste. 120, South Riding; 24670 Dulles Landing Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling
Climbing Studio
Winner
Sportrock Climbing Centers
This popular climbing gym has the tallest rock-climbing walls in the mid-Atlantic, and they set diverse routes so climbers can challenge themselves. Don’t be intimidated if you’ve never climbed before. Beginner classes can help you learn the ropes (and boulders), and the environment is welcoming for climbers of all levels. 5308 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria; 45935 Maries Rd., Sterling
Runner-Up
Movement Crystal City
1235 S. Clark St., Arlington
CrossFit Gym
Winner
CrossFit703/Halo Fitness
The CrossFit703 program uses high-intensity, functional movements that change every session to create a transformative workout challenge. It requires a fitness-level evaluation before you get started, but everyone is welcome to participate. In addition to the coaching, visitors will receive a nutrition plan and body fat measurements. 10400 Premier Ct., Burke
Runner-Up
Ballston CrossFit
1110 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington
Cycling Studio
Winner
New Trail Cycling & Strength Studio
This cycling and strength studio takes the intimidation out of workout classes. The classes are inclusive and are designed to help each client reach personal goals. There are 30- or 50-minute indoor cycling classes, options for off-bike strength training, and even combination classes that incorporate cycling and strength training. The studio offers a 55+ session with lower intensity where all ages are welcome. 1641-B Washington Plz. N., Reston
Runner-Up
Cycle Bar
Multiple locations
Hiking & Biking Trail
Winner
Washington and Old Dominion Trail
This popular 45-mile trail, known commonly as the W&OD Trail, runs from Shirlington to Purcellville and passes through Vienna, Reston, and Falls Church. The wide, paved trail is great for runners, walkers, cyclists, and even equestrians. If you’re walking or running slowly, be sure to hang to the right. There are sure to be plenty of cyclists and runners whizzing by with an “On your left!”
Runner-Up
Great Falls Park
9200 Old Dominion Dr., McLean
Kickboxing Studio
Winner
Urban Boxing
The team of trainers at Urban Boxing uses its professional fighting experience to lead high-energy classes in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, jiujitsu, and more. Each session uses a combination of high-intensity fitness training with self-defense practices to create an unbeatable workout session. There are options for group fitness as well as personal training sessions. 3701 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington
Runner-Up
KickHouse Chantilly
4090 Airline Pkwy., Ste. K, Chantilly
Pilates Studio
Winner
Club Pilates Burke
For a whole-body workout that will help enhance your balance and coordination as well as your strength, Pilates is the way to go. Club Pilates uses its signature Reformer method of Pilates that utilizes special equipment designed to add variation in resistance levels. Classes are offered on a scale of 1-2.5 difficulty; you must demonstrate experience at the beginner levels before moving up. 5765 Burke Centre Pkwy., Ste. S., Burke
Runner-Up
BE2 Pilates
11206 Lee Hwy., Fairfax
Yoga Studio
Winner
Honest Soul Yoga
Rather than organizing its classes by levels, Honest Soul’s classes are categorized by intensity, in a move to encourage its clients to listen to the way their needs change day to day. Take a Chill class for gentle movements and low intensity, or a Transform session for higher intensity. Multiple locations
Runner-Up
Beloved Yoga
11109 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston
Feature image by Scott Sikes Photography, courtesy Kelly’s Bootcamp
This story originally ran in our June issue. For more stories like this, subscribe to Northern Virginia Magazine.
