Your Ultimate Back Bay Fitness Studio Guide
- Fit Scene Boston
- Jul 21
- 3 min read
Where to sweat, stretch, and strengthen in one of Boston’s most active neighborhoods.
Back Bay is packed with top-tier fitness studios for every style and schedule. Whether you're chasing a new PR, craving a meditative flow, or looking for luxury gym amenities, this neighborhood has you covered.
For easy searching, we’ve divided this guide into four categories:
Let’s find your new favorite.
Pictured above from left to right: Studio 617, Healthworks, Boston Body Pilates, Rev'd Fitness
🧘 Barre, Pilates & Yoga Studios
Barre Groove📍208 Newbury St
Fun, dance-inspired trampoline workouts that blend cardio and sculpt.
Boston Body Pilates📍17 Arlington St
Comprehensive Pilates training — reformer, tower, and mat options.
Boston Yoga Union📍364 Boylston St
Spacious yoga studio with daily classes and strong community energy.
btone FITNESS📍30 Newbury St
Pilates-style strength and core sessions on custom reformer machines.
Club Pilates📍31 St. James Ave **coming summer 2025
Low-impact, full-body workouts with a variety of classes.
CorePower Yoga📍399 Boylston St
Heated Vinyasa, Sculpt, and strength-based yoga options.
Destination Pilates📍160 Commonwealth Ave
Chic, private reformer studio with expert instructors and personalized sessions.
Down Under School of Yoga📍1112 Boylston St
New England's premier yoga school offering yoga, Pilates & fitness classes.
Pilates Back Bay📍376 Boylston St
A fully equipped, boutique studio offering private and small group lessons.
Pure Barre Back Bay 📍350 Newbury St
Low-impact, high-rep barre classes that target core, arms, thighs, and seat.
SLT📍341 Newbury St
Intense Megaformer Pilates that combines strength, cardio, and control.
The Pilates Lab📍376 Boylston St
Contemporary and therapeutic Pilates in a bright, welcoming space.
🔥 Cardio & Strength Focused Studios
Barry’s📍100 Huntington Ave
Iconic Red Room HIIT workouts that combine treadmill intervals and floor strength.
Invictus Boston📍209 Columbus Ave
Strength-forward gym with CrossFit, Olympic lifting, and open gym options.
OrangeTheory Fitness 📍10 St. James Ave
Heart-rate based training with rowers, treadmills, and floor strength circuits.
Rev’d Fitness – Copley Place📍100 Huntington Ave
Beat-based cycling with thoughtful programming and a sleek studio space.
SoulCycle Back Bay 📍500 Boylston St
Candlelit rhythm rides and motivational coaching in a boutique setting.
Title Boxing Club📍338 Newbury St
High-energy boxing and kickboxing classes focused on form and intensity.
🏋️ Personal Training Studios
AER on Newbury📍14 Newbury St
Evidence-based personal training with semi-private and 1:1 options.
B3 Fitness📍264 Beacon St
Independent coaches use this functional, well-equipped boutique space.
CLIENTEL3📍364 Boylston St
Luxury personal training studio with top-tier equipment and amenities.
Studio 617📍867 Boylston St
A private fitness studio offering personal training, private physical therapy and are soon to launch semi-private training.
SHED Personal Training Studio📍362 Commonwealth Ave
Supportive environment focused on strength, mobility, and balance.
💪 Gyms & Full-Service Clubs
Equinox Dartmouth Street📍131 Dartmouth St
Premium gym with classes, spa, café, and everything in between.
Healthworks Back Bay📍441 Stuart St
Women-only club with group fitness, recovery amenities, and spa vibes.
Lynx Fitness Club📍64 Arlington St
Upscale club with turf space, top-tier equipment, and a golf simulator.
✨ Why We Love Back Bay Fitness
With its unbeatable location, top instructors, and mix of boutique charm and big-club convenience, Back Bay makes it easy to stay motivated. Whether you're looking for a one-time drop-in or your new go-to spot, this guide gives you everything you need to start exploring.
Know a Back Bay studio we missed? Send us a message or DM @fitscenebos. We love hearing what moves you and we’ll keep updating this list as new favorites pop up.
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