LIFTONIC East Village

Liftonic is one of the best workouts in NYC! This is their new location in the east village, and they have one other location in the west village. It’s low impact dumbbell strength training to the beat of really cool music. I’ve been going to their workout for years, I’m so glad they have another location! Each day is a different muscle group lifting focus. I’ve seen INSANE progress since building this into my routine. You can get a class through their website, and they’re also on classpass, gympass, and have a Soho House partnership for any members there!

I want to start by saying Rachel is an incredible instructor. She was energetic, compassionate and doled out corrections with empathy and levity. She is clearly rooting for everyone in her class and she was one of the better instructors I’ve seen in a long time. Unfortunately, the red lighting in the studio makes it impossible for me to ever return. The studio is in a basement so there is only the artificial red lighting throughout (even in the bathroom). I felt dizzy and nauseated from the second I walked down to the second I left. There is one “normal” white light by the dumbbell rack and I ended up retreating to that corner during the class. If I hadn’t, I would’ve had to leave early. It was still difficult even in that circle of “normal” light. I really hope the studio considers offering one class a day or something like it where the lighting is typical white LED lighting. I would joined as a member if that was an option.

Amazing concept and studio, all the instructors are so knowledgeable, and helpful. Highly recommend this workout if you are looking to increase muscle mass and toned. Milan is great, looks at your form and correct it. If you want to upgrade your workout, definitely this liftonic. It’s having a semi-personal trainer guiding you. I have seen results since I started working out. My abs are coming back 😆

I’ve been lifting at Liftonic since they opened their East Village studio. I am now coming 3 times a week mostly wit Rachael and Sylvia who are amazing!! Best workout, ambiance and music. Super motivating. Fantastic, supportive community. Love you guys!!

I am a runner who has always been focused on high impact/cardio workouts. Having turned 50 this year, I finally decided it was time to add lifting to the mix and this gym has made this safe and fun! The community is body positive with a wide range of fitness levels and ages represented. The energetic instructors are articulate with cueing and the music is always ON…. All this makes for an epic workout. In just a month, I have already up leveled my running and increased my strength.