Here Are the Best Places to Get a Workout in NoVA, as Voted by Our Readers

Looking to focus on your fitness? These gyms will help you break a sweat.

By Editorial June 14, 2022

From ballet to boxing and leisurely hikes to HIIT sessions, NoVA has something for every workout enthusiast. Go zen with yoga or Pilates, or push yourself to the limits with a CrossFit class. Here are the top places to get fit.

Winner Pure BarrePure Barre has varying class formats that deliver an effective total-body workout for everyone, whether you’re completely new to the barre scene or already have several classes under your belt. Focused on low-impact, high-intensity workouts, this Best of NoVA winner can help you lift and tone muscles and improve your strength, flexibility, and agility. Multiple locations

Runner-Up Barre3 Old TownCombining strength conditioning, cardio, and mindfulness, Barre3 in Old Town Alexandria will leave you feeling balanced in the body and empowered within thanks to its full-body workouts. There's no experience required, and workouts are designed for every fitness level—Barre3 is building a community founded on body positivity and inclusivity. 715 Duke St., Alexandria

Winner Hodges FitnessThe group exercise program at Hodges seeks to make you stronger in all aspects of your life, from the muscles in your body to your mental strength. With their mindset training, you’ll be able to apply your brainpower to becoming physically empowered. While the workouts are intense, you’ll always feel like your best self afterward. 7950 Woodruff Ct., Ste. 7, North Springfield

Runner-Up Kelly's Bootcamp & Inergy FitnessHead to a parking lot to workout outdoors at Kelly's Bootcamp, or visit the indoor Inergy studio. No matter the workout you do, owner Kelly Young and her team can help you make an incredible, lifelong transformation. They also offer nutrition and wellness coaching to complement the physical exercise. 43083 Peacock Market Plz., Ste. 120, South Riding; 24670 Dulles Landing Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling

Winner Sportrock Climbing CentersBuilt by climbers for climbers, Sportrock offers the tallest climbing walls in the DMV region with some of the best certified route-setters—the people who design the indoor boulder routes—in the country. Sportrock is doing the most to build community and include all sorts of climbers, with a group class for those with Parkinson's and one for at-risk youths. 5308 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria; 45935 Maries Rd., Sterling

Runner-Up Vertical Rock Climbing & FitnessLearn the (climbing) ropes at Vertical Rock. Whether you want an introduction to bouldering or you’re looking to eventually get outside and climb on your own, they have a space for you. Vertical Rock also offers non-climbing classes like yoga and Pilates that will build your strength and skill to help you tackle the big wall. 10225 Nokesville Rd., Manassas; 8461-D Leesburg Pk., Tysons

Winner Beloved YogaWith hatha flow, yin yoga, vinyasa, and so much more, Beloved Yoga is a sanctuary for all. A serene space with four airy studios, this spot offers classes that teach patrons the ancient art of yoga in a welcoming space free of judgment. Beloved's essential teaching is that yoga was, and always has been, intended to be customized for the person, and they’ll meet a practitioner wherever they are. 11109 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston

Runner-Up SyteraYogaA vibrant community dedicated to helping you enjoy the wonderful physical and mental benefits of yoga, SyteraYoga is a student-focused studio. Get your body and mind right as you reduce stress, increase flexibility, and sculpt and strengthen your physique at any of the varying classes offered here—and try the Nadi Ball method for something new. 901 Glyndon St. SE, Ste. 102, Vienna

Winner CrossFit 703/Halo FitnessHalo Fitness Experience is the embodiment of what the fitness industry should be. By working out with a group, you’ll be building muscle and camaraderie. With CrossFit 703, you’ll experience varied, high-intensity functional movements and will receive a general nutritional plan in addition to expert coaching. 10400 Premier Ct., Burke

Runner-Up Ballston CrossFitNo matter if you’re a Navy SEAL or a stay-at-home mom, Ballston CrossFit is for everyone at all fitness levels—so long as you’re willing to put in the work. Push, pull, squat, lift, and run at a high intensity to see dramatic results. The hourlong workouts can fit into even the busiest schedules, and you won't lose interest in this gym routine because it changes every time. 1110 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington

Winner New Trail Cycling & Strength StudioAt New Trail, it isn't about how you look, but rather how you feel. There's no pressure of a typical "boutique studio," and you’re only competing against yourself here—it's teamwork minus intimidation. From the stationary bike to the strength training, the individualized workouts will leave you feeling healthier in body and mind. 1641-B Washington Plz. N., Reston

Runner-Up CycleBarRock your ride at CycleBar, where the playlist and distinct classes will have you turning pedals and will get your heart pumping every time. At Columbia Pike, it's more than a ride—their trainers are beloved for turning your workout into a journey of self-discovery through personal engagement. Follow the music and instruction to elevate yourself throughout each 45-minute session. 3400 Columbia Pk., Ste. 100, Arlington; 301 W. Broad St., Falls Church

Winner Great Falls ParkIt's hard to get tired of the views at this national park. Watch as the Potomac River builds up speed and force and then falls through the narrow Mather Gorge. Parking can get a bit tricky at this popular site, but the varying trails to reach the falls are worth all the hype. Whether you’re on a Saturday stroll with friends or a morning solo hike, this McLean destination is a regional staple. 9200 Old Dominion Dr., McLean

Runner-Up Old Rag MountainOld Rag is so popular that you need a ticket to enter—don't worry, it's free—in addition to a Shenandoah National Park entrance pass. The day-use ticket not only helps relieve visitor congestion, but it also protects the rare ecological communities found on the mountain. Old Rag is the most popular destination in the park thanks to its adventurous rock scrambles and 360-degree views, which make you feel like you’re on top of the world.

Winner Urban BoxingKick, punch, bob, and weave your way to a higher fitness level at Urban Boxing. The classes here will make you feel ready to take on the world. Although you might be drenched with sweat upon completing a workout, you’ll certainly feel stronger afterward. They offer traditional boxing in addition to kickboxing and will have you feeling like Rocky in no time. 3701 Fairfax Dr., Arlington

Runner-Up KickHouse ChantillyKick things up a level with the fun and motivational kickboxing workouts at KickHouse Chantilly—and see the results in no time. Learn and perfect your form and add fuel to your fitness fire here, with everything from foundation courses to higher intensity classes. Sweat, laugh, and reach the next level with their supportive community and total-body conditioning. 4090 Airline Pkwy., Ste. K, Chantilly

Winner New Trail Cycling & Strength StudioIt's a party in the parking lot thanks to New Trail's outdoor classes. Hop on the bike but stay stationary as you cycle—and enjoy an occasional happy hour afterward to celebrate your ride. You’ll want to sign up quickly for the outdoor classes because spots go almost as fast as you will (on the bike). 1641-B Washington Plz. N., Reston

Runner-Up Kelly's Bootcamp & Inergy FitnessAlthough this Best of NoVA pick has indoor workouts, the outdoor workouts are where you want to be. Take on any one of the six outdoor classes here—running, strength conditioning, and Tabata workouts—and you’ll target all sorts of muscles and burn calories. Build your endurance and push yourself into your next level of fitness. 24670 Dulles Landing Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling

Winner Club Pilates BurkeIf you want to tone and sculpt your figure, Club Pilates will take you on the path to a fuller, more satisfying physical existence. There are locations throughout NoVA, but this Burke spot in particular will help you take control of your body and your life thanks to their reformer fusion classes—offered to anyone at any age and fitness level. 5765 Burke Center Pkwy., Ste. S, Burke

Runner-Up Sculp’dAs Alexandria's first and only Pilates and muscle conditioning studio, Sculp’d not only provides hard-core exercise classes, but they also have the revolutionary Emsculpt Neo, Emtone, and Emsella machines that will change your muscles in a way you never imagined. The technology will complement any one of the four different workouts, from total-body Pilates to high-intensity interval training, offered here. 1103 Queen St., Alexandria

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