Best Places to Get Fit {2024 Edition}

Work Out at One of these Boutique Fitness Locales in East Austin

Photos by Carlos Gallegos: Media Director, Lift ATX

Exercising regularly is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and mindset, but there’s no one way to work out. Whether trying something new or looking for the nearest gym to join, East Austin boasts a range of places to renew the body and mind while breaking a sweat.

Strength & Personal Training 

Lift ATX

For those who want to focus solely on building strength and toning muscles, consider joining Lift ATX. The programs offered at the Springdale General gym are centered around the physical and mental components of strength development. As a long-time Eastsider, founder Daniel Hinojosa is committed to building community through hosted community events, lifting meets, and fundraising to support other small businesses owned by women and people of color.

1005 Springdale Rd., #3 | liftatx.com

Austin Bouldering Project

While not a traditional gym, Austin Bouldering Project is a fun place to exercise. Bouldering is physically difficult and provides an exhilarating workout while strategically planning your next move. Entrance to the climbing walls includes access to the ABP gym as well as yoga and fitness courses.

979 Springdale Rd. | austinboulderingproject.com

Yoga & Pilates 

Club Pilates 

Located in Plaza Saltillo, Club Pilates offers a variety of reformer-based Pilates classes. Whether you’re new to Pilates or consider yourself a pro, there’s something for everyone at Club Pilates. The class options range from full-body workouts, to high-intensity cardio-burning sessions, and even low-impact sessions that focus on stretching and restoring the muscles. 

1011 E 5th St., #130 | clubpilates.com 

Holly Yoga 

This lovely neighborhood yoga spot was founded by local Eastsider, Rachel Spillman, under the mantra she inherited from her grandfather: health is wealth. Holly Yoga focuses on breath and being present in the moment in order to appreciate all the beauty and support already surrounding us. Holly cultivates connection while leveling up the mind, body, and spirit. Rachel takes a wholistic approach to healing seriously by also helping clients achieve youthful looking skin in her, Skin by Rachel, studio next door. 

2124 E 6th St. | hollyatxyoga.com

Group Workouts

DivaDance

For those who enter the gym unsure of where to start, DivaDance may be the option you’re looking for, offering all levels of choreography, class choices include full-body workouts that are foolproof. These stress-free pop-music workouts focus on improving strength, agility, and flexibility while participants feel like they’re at a sexy, sweaty dance party.

3823 Airport Blvd., Ste. D | divadancecompany.com

Grit ATX

Rhythm-based movement is what it’s all about at Grit ATX. Get into the flow with either of their signature classes: Mat or Spin. Work those muscles in an intense mat-based Pilates class, or get the heart racing on a stationary bike. However you choose to groove, leave Grit sweaty and happy.

2400 E Cesar Chavez St., Ste. 204 | grit-atx.com

Rise Kickbox

At Rise Kickbox, Austinites will find a laid-back environment and intimate class sizes. Capped at just 14 participants per class, these non-contact sessions are great for all fitness levels. Class options include Bag Work, Pad Work, Strength & Conditioning, and Technical Drilling. Take out frustrations on the bag, get a good sweat going, and don’t forget to wrap your hands!

1181 Airport Blvd., #150 | risekickbox.com