Studiomix

I love this gym. They have a dance studio, sauna steam room, smoothie kiosk, tons of really fun classes and the space is super big and nice. The staff is really friendly and you really get what you pay for! It’s worth every penny for my membership. The aerial silks are the best part! I love learning from Kyoko. And it’s a great workout.

I was visiting the city just for the day and needed a place to work out and shower. Studiomix was perfect! It was easy to check in, the price was right and above all the staff was very nice and helpful. The shower area was well stocked and clean.

The gym is beautiful, and it seems like it has a ton of amenities and classes. It’s more expensive than what my other friends in the area pay, but my home gym in socal is even pricier, so that’s a matter of opinion. I took a gander at the different rooms, and I was quite impressed with both the weights and pads and bags section. If I had a viable partner, I would have been in there Muay Thai-​ing it out.
I think if I lived in the area, I might join this gym.
However, I just came in for a yoga class (with a friend who’s a member), and I was dismayed by the $ 20 visitor fee. I guess you can use the facilities for the whole day, but I wasn’t aware of that initially and had plans in the evening. Therefore, I paid $ 20 for a yoga class. And I don’t even necessarily like yoga. I mean, the class was okay, but that’s a steep price. Most gyms allow you to come in, at least the first time, for free. Heck, you can spend an entire WEEK for free at mine! I guess I don’t mind paying something, but that seemed like a lot. Next time I visit, I might stop by another friend’s gym where I can get in for less money.

*Prime location — inside AMC by Van Ness Avenue
*Excellent facilities — clean steam and sauna and the shower rooms are well maintained
*Very, very spacious — 3-​story indoor rock wall
*Plenty of indoor cycling bikes, yoga mats, pilates rings and other equipment
*Unique and diverse workshops
*Smoothie Bar
I tried this gym for a month with a friend who worked in the area. I received a reduced enrollment fee and a discounted membership rate through work, but still it was quite expensive. You really do, however, get what you pay for. This gym has superb amenities and literally has a mix of studios, each dedicated to a fitness class type! As a dancer, I enjoyed taking cardio dance and core exercise classes here. I’ve tried dirrty pop, hiit (uses dumbbells and mats) and bollyx which is a Bollywood inspired dance class. For core training, they offer a variety of classes from traditional vinyasa to athletic pilates. I didn’t try suspension training/​rock climbing since they charged an extra fee even for members.
The only reason why I canceled is because there aren’t other locations besides this one in Van Ness. It’s so far out of my way, both from home and my workplace.

I was a member for about 14+ months, but had to quit b/​c I relocated to LA. It’s been 3 months since I moved and I can’t find anything remotely close to Studiomix and its monthly price ($ 145/​month). The best way to describe it is it’s simply a world class crossfit facility. Five different studio rooms each dedicated to cycling, yoga/​pilates, strength, TRX/​boxing and dance/​conditioning. The facility is spacious, clean, has towel service, has large locker rooms w/​separate showers and sauna rooms. There’s also a massage studio if you need those services. There’s a plethora of classes — from cycling to yoga/​pilates to strength conditioning to all around conditioning to boxing to MMA conditioning. The instructors are great — specific shoutouts to Katy, Jet, Johnny, Stella, Sam, Vanessa, Emili — loved them all. I absolutely love this gym — way more interactive and engaging than going to any standard gym and the cost value blows away places like Equinox. If Studiomix had a basketball court, I’m moving back to SF. Now I must settle for some crossfit gym in LA that charges $ 160+/month for a low selection of classes with a facility that’s a quarter the size of Studiomix, ugh.

Amazing workout today @ StudioMix! Great location on Van Ness Ave inside of the building with the AMC. Very spacious and clean facility. Smoothie bar! Pilates studio, Spinning classes, friendly staff and so much more! A MUST VISIT for gym goers!

Great gym. Love the concept and all of the amenities. The majority of instructors are great with just a few that I avoid (who are more mean-​spirited than motivating). Price is definitely worth it if you go at least 3 times a week. I’m excited to try a massage — heard that they’re great, too.

Studiomix is basically the opposite of the old Crunch gym from years ago where I was a member.
This is a good thing. It’s an excellent thing.
* Instead of a loud, open blaring environment with scattered and dirty equipment (seriously, it was filthy at times), I saw sectioned off rooms dedicated to specific fitness classes. There was a yoga and barre class room, a pilates room, a spinning room, a TRX style room, and the main studio for assorted classes.
I took the bootcamp class with Jeremy, which absolutely kicked my ass. Gee, I guess my leisurely elliptical workouts surrounded by senior citizens during the day at the YMCA hasn’t developed my athletic prowess. Even though the class was intense, Jeremy gave a lot of modifications seamlessly throughout, which made it easy to just power through it all. He had great energy too and was very encouraging, and I felt included, and not singled out as a new person. I can’t wait to go back and try the other classes. Also worth noting — people were coming in to clean the room the second I was walking out. They’re that fanatical about keeping everything clean and sanitized.
* Instead of hard selling tactics, with hidden pricing that’s different for everyone depending upon whether you know if there’s a deal or not, there is transparent pricing, openly posted on their website. The sales director, Dolly, is an absolute doll (omg I just made a pun), and did not pressure me in the slightest. Just a very cool, down to earth and honest person. A rarity in the gym world, based on my experience.
* Instead of being locked into a contract which is nearly impossible to cancel and they will claim they never got your cancellation notice after you moved and faxed it to them, because they’re a huge corporate chain run by assholes (yeah, that happened to me), it’s month to month. 5 days notice to cancel. What? Really?
* Instead of feeling like you’re a cog in a money making wheel, run by a faceless corporation, the owner is right there. Mystie is right there when you walk in. How cool is that? She is totally hands on in her business, and genuinely friendly and nice.
* Instead of weird showers with transparent exterior glass doors so you can see the outline of people showering from the outside, there are individually maintained showers with an opaque wall. Because I don’t know about you, but I don’t need to see someone washing their butthole. WTF was that all about?
This has all the benefits of a big fitness facility with amazing amenities (fresh smoothies, a café and sitting area, wifi, scrupulously clean equipment and locker room with wet and dry saunas), but with cool people who are nice and like you would find in a small, local neighborhood gym.
You need to stop by for a visit and check it out. They do have areas to workout in if you want to just check out the equipment and work independently, but they have classes around the clock and posted on their site. Definitely recommend trying out a class in your visit, and going!
Oh — and they validate parking. Like every little detail that could be provided, they’ve already thought of!

This is the first expensive gym I’ve joined, and I love it! I say it’s worth the money ($ 135/​month) if you will actually use it enough to make it worth the price. I’ve always been with 24 Hour Fitness in the past (bought those 2-​year memberships from Costco), and I can’t imagine ever going back now.
I was looking for a gym that offers a lot of classes, and Studiomix is it. They have a large variety of classes (yoga, pilates, dance-​ish, weights, TRX, and cardio) practically every half hour or so from 5PM to 8PM, the busiest time of the day, and the time that most people can actually go. This is wonderful because I can always find a class I like, and I don’t have to worry about sticking to a very strict work schedule (e.g., if I can’t make a 5:30 class one day because I was held up at work for an extra 10 minutes, I know there will be another great class at 6 or 6:15). This also lessens my excuses for not being able to go to the gym because I just missed a class.
The price is also okay if you go for their yoga and pilates classes regularly. I believe yoga and pilates studios charge comparable prices for their classes, and with Studiomix, you get so much more.
The gym is in the same building as the AMC Van Ness theater. The gym, bathroom, and the locker room are both very clean, which is very important to me as well. For the yoga/​pilates classes, free mats are provided, so no need to carry around your own mat to work and on the bus. Free workout towels are also available as part of your membership. They have a bunch of other amenities, such as sauna, smoothie bar and such that I won’t review here because I’ve not used them, but I’m sure they’re nice.
Another very great perk is that Studiomix is month-​to-​month, cancel anytime, without any BS. I looked into Sports Club LA on Market and 3^rd St, and would’ve joined that gym instead (same large variety of classes frequently, clean, lots of amenities that I don’t care much about, etc.), but they’re $ 182 (without a corporate discount), AND you have to sign a one-​year contract! No thank you.
In summary, 4 main reasons for Studiomix: 1) large selection of classes, 2) very clean, 3) month-​to-​month, and 4) price is decent if you go a few times per week.

This gym is located on the 3^rd floor of amc theater. Just walk in through the front and hang a left. There will be signs directing you up. After 6PM, there is free parking on the street. Or you can get validated and pay $ 2.00 at the lot. I came here to check out the muay thai class. I have a kickboxing background, so I know basic technique. The instructor was great. He was very helpful to all the newcomers. There were 11 people in class and only 2 were regulars. We started with a light warm up and some stretching. Then we alternated between hitting the bag and using pads. Overall it was a good class for a good workout. For beginners, the class is perfect. You practice all the basic pushes and kicks. For those who are pretty in shape and have some experience, this class may be a little slow/​light for you. Don’t get me wrong… I enjoyed it and it got me sweating, but I’m use to being burnt out to the point where I can’t even catch my breath. I’m use to those old school gyms where they push you to exhaustion. In this class, I definitely had plenty of time to catch my breath.
Overall, I enjoyed the class and the facilities, but this class just wasn’t for me. I would recommend it to others who want to learn kickboxing and start getting into shape.

Pricey but so worth it ($ 135/​month)!!! I canceled my membership a few months ago since I have a home gym now.
The gym itself is gorgeous. Very modern and sleek. Women-​friendly aka no big chunky dudes huffing and puffing away in front of intimidating weight machines.
There are a few ellipticals, rowing machines, treadmills, and stairmasters, but most people come here for the classes. I usually hate taking gym classes but I actually enjoy coming to the ones here. They hired some of the most popular instructors in SF to teach their classes. Every single instructor that I’ve encountered have been positive, knowledgable, and extremely friendly. Everyone who works there appears to love their jobs as well.
Overall, there’s just a great vibe going on at this gym. I highly recommend SoDefined and Emilie’s cycling classes!

This is the friendliest, «chillest» gym I’ve ever joined. It’s the kind of place where you feel comfortable challenging yourself. They have the best selection of group classes in town (to my knowledge), so you don’t have to do your own programming. Just show up, soak up the instructor’s enthusiasm, and get stronger!
Studiomix stands out for the quality of its trainers, as well. I’ve worked with Katy Jercich for several months, and her knowledge has blown me away. (I wrote a more detailed review of her on her own Unilocal page. You’ll have to search for it, since I don’t think I can link to it). If you want to be impressed by on-​point form adjustments that will dramatically improve the way you move, book a session with Katy.

256 check ins and 2+ years later and I am still a huge fan of Studiomix! All of the instructors are awesome and their staff and health coaches are amazing. There is always a variety of classes offered every singe day, which is great because I can always change up my work out routine.
A green smoothie from GreenLid at the end of my work out is always a treat!

I’ve been a member at Studiomix for over a year and I love it. I came in fairly fit but my arms look pretty fly now! I love all of the instructors, especially Andre, Jet, and Vanessa. All of them have your interests at heart, they ask about injuries, correct your form and get to know you even if you don’t choose to do personal training. Most of all I have so much fun here. And it’s insanely clean.
Also I don’t write a ton of Unilocal reviews and when I do it’s either because I’m extremely pleased or POd. I want to respond to Libby J because I know the instructor who taught on Saturday. Andre is amazing and he is a black man. I don’t know what rock you live under Libby but you do not call black man a gorilla. Congrats on being a racist asshole, I hope Unilocal removes your review and that you are never allowed back into Studiomix. And good to know that you are in the industry, if I see you at another establishment I can ask why they would hire someone who is openly racist.
Also you were in a CLASS, if you want to do your own thing workout in your own-​privileged white people so done with you.

Cardinal rule #1, never bare your teeth at a newly exploring animal — it will bite.
I was super excited to try out Studiomix. While I have my cert, I really enjoy working out in a group exercise environment. I thought a gorgeous studio focused especially on classes right near me, sign me up!
Facility: The facility is absolutely beautiful. Brand spankin new (and plentiful) equipment, tons of deadlift and squat bars and racks, and separate studios catered toward just about every class you could enjoy. Also, the place is located, surprisingly, in the same building as the AMC movie theater… SF really takes building up to a new level. (#waitgymiswhere)
Class options: Tons — dance, weights, yoga, pilates, and more. Anything you could want. Also, at tons of times — even off hours like 3 PM!
Trainers/​Instructors: Hey, remember that one line I started off with where you thought I was reviewing a zoo? So this is where it all went South. As a group exercise instructor, myself, I always respect other instructors and know what it takes to have a good class. And please keep in mind, I was doing my one first class free day to try out the facility. So I do not want to blanket statement all the instructors and trainers. First, the class started decently late — like seven minutes. Okay, that’s fine. One point for the instructor asking beforehand about injuries and going around and correcting form.
Logic based rant here (forewarning…okay if you choose… starting in 5,4,3.): First, while he chose good exercises, the way he counted was so not group x style. The number of reps was pretty off and at one point, we were literally just doing 100’s of crunches. So since I know my stuff, I modified a couple exercises because I was pretty sore from maxing out deadlifts the previous day. The instructor asked a couple times if I was injured; to which I replied «no». At one point he did a long set of glute exercises which I changed to push ups because my glutes were just screaming «no.» At this point (I’ve never met this guy or even said hello), he singles me out and says loudly, «Are you injured because you aren’t doing even anything close to the rest of us.» It is Saturday at 9 AM — I’m tired, my legs are sore, and I am new. And you say what?! WAIT WAIT. Not done yet. We then do triceps and I am working with heavy enough weights to challenge myself. He walks over to me with lighter weights in hand to ask if I want lighter weights. Let’s just say my face was not that red just from lying down. At the end of the class, he says after introducing himself that «he wasn’t trying to pick on me» and «I’m strong.» Thanks Sherlock. I think my picking up of over 100 lbs the previous day helped me figure out that one.
Prices: Expensive, — think Equinox level. Although you have many options of drop ins, week passes, and a nice no contract month to month option.
So, beautiful studio with options for classes and membership, but any instructor or trainer knows the cardinal rule #1. You don’t insult someone working out when you have never trained with them before. That caged lion, if not bite, will never come back to your class.

My experiences thus far have been amazing. You could never get bored of a work out considering how many different classes w/​different trainers they offer. Definitely recommend trying out the free day pass!
Bonus! *sauna, steam room, lockers, on site laundry, free towels, free wifi, showers, and smoothie shop! ⁵⁄₅ stars!

This is a great gym for people who like to workout in groups. Their spin classes are fabulous (and why I signed up), but I have also enjoyed some of their yoga and barre classes. This is not a gym full of crazy motivated type-A’s… which is both good and sometimes disappointing. It’s nice to have competition sometimes! That said, the instructors always offer modifications, both easier and harder ones, so no matter your fitness level, you’ll be able to get a great and safe workout.
The facilities are great. It’s always very clean (sometimes the mats smell a little TOO clean), and the locker rooms have everything you could possibly want.
I’m giving them four stars instead of five because there aren’t enough morning classes to meet my ideal schedule and not all Studiomix instructors are created equal. Here are some of my faves:
Spin:
Erin Wimert: Brings a down-​to-​earth yoga vibe to a kick ass spin class. Be ready to work with dubstep blasting through your bones.
Vanessa Wilkins: Lovingly works you until there’s a nice big pool of sweat beneath your bike. Kick ass tunes.
Yoga:
Roy Gan: Strong, fast-​paced flow classes with just the right amount of mindfulness.
Stephanie Lucero: Always keeps class interesting with fun flow and fun modifications.
Barre:
Kristina Milova: Emphasis on form makes this actually feel like a proper ballet class at times, which I love.
P. S. As an avid climber, the rock wall is not a replacement for Planet Granite, BUT it is a fun way to try climbing if you are new to it!

For a gym, this place is gorgeous. Prior to coming here in person, I had only ever seen the entrance from the first floor by AMC, so I really didn’t know what to expect. Who knew a few flights of stairs up was a gym that looks so shiny and new: P Plus, it’s easy to get to either by walking from Market St or taking a bus up.
I came here for Unilocal’s Hot for the Holidays Sweat Revolution event, but I definitely look forward to coming back since Studiomix supports ClassPass too. The gym is very clean and organized. The rooms are spacey and didn’t feel crowded even with a bunch of people inside. Upstairs, the there’s towels and lockers in the change rooms — just need to bring your own lock or buy one from them.
Studiomix offers a bunch of classes to appeal to a lot of different people. So far, I’ve only been to the Dirrty Pop class. It was a bit confusing since I don’t really have dance experience and this class has a choreographed routine by the end of the hour, but the teacher was really friendly and supportive. There was no pressure to be perfect — just have fun and keep moving!
Can’t wait to go back once I’m back in SF after the holidays!

Thanks to Unilocal’s Hot for the Holidays event @ Studiomix, I attended a Cross Mix class with Katy — which was no joke! The class consisted of 30 minutes of weight training and conditioning — man, I was sweating. Thank you to Katy for correcting my form during the short class!
Additionally, I received a complimentary one-​week pass to return to the gym! I was able to attend two TRX Bodyweight Burn classes (with Emilie and Sam) = awesomeness! I really enjoyed Sam’s class!
Spacious facility. A major pro: LOTS of classes! Parking garage — be sure to get your ticket validated for a discount. Unfortunately, this gym is on the other side of the city for me.

I don’t live in the city, but I work in Financial District, so I stayed after work to come check out Studiomix. Since I don’t live in the city, the Tenderloin makes me nervous (I know people who live in SF aren’t phased by the neighborhood). luckily, the 38L is a straight shot down Geary.
I wouldn’t have guessed that there’s a gym above the AMC theater. This building is huge. As you walk past the movie ticketing area, you’ll see a sign in the hallway for Studiomix. Then you have to climb a couple flights of stairs; don’t worry, they have inspiring quotes on the wall to get you up those stairs, haha.
This is a great space; it has a NYC start-​up office feel to it with the exposed brick walls, black steel stairs, and open layout. The workout classes take place in different rooms like the Strength Studio, Core Studio, etc. You can also come in here and ask to take a free class; cool! I was chatting with a member before my class started and she said her membership was $ 120/​mo when she started. If they’ve kept the price, this isn’t bad. Gym classes are more fun than working out on your own all the time; it’s great to mix things up. Oh yeah, they have showers, sauna, and steam room in the locker room!
I was here for the Unilocal for the Holidays event and did the Cross Mix class. It’s a 30 minute boot camp session that reminded me of Cross-​Fit. Katie was the instructor and she was great about keeping us moving and watching our moves to make sure we were doing them correctly.