Refine Method

I am neither athletic nor coordinated but this place works for me! Getting better results than years with a personal trainer. Circuits that are changed up each day, with methods ranging from counts to tabata to ³⁰⁄₃₀. All teachers (have been to the other locations, at least once each) are excellent, and pay attention to form to avoid injuries and focus on the targeted areas. And from day to day they switch it up, so you don’t overuse any particular muscle group. Can’t recommend highly enough (and this from a middle aged chubby woman).

I have been coming to Refine for the past six months and love it. It’s a fifty minute high energy class where you walk out feeling like you had a great workout every time. I always enjoyed going to high cardio + strength classes, but felt like I was doing things improperly and not getting enough correction from the instructors. At Refine, I am constantly being corrected and shown the right way to perform the exercises. Classes are different everyday and focus on the whole body. Music selection is great also, always a perfect motivator!

I’m addicted to the method that works for me; my schedule and the workout itself. I’ve tried everything from large gyms and cycling but never got the results like Refine. And the size of the classes allows for one on one technique improvements, something I never got before. I love all the instructors; they are passionate about the method and are a true reflection of Brynn’s vision.

I love this studio — I am getting the results I have always wanted.
Building strength and endurance. The teachers are wonderful and knowledgeable. 50 minute classes jam packed with a tough workout. Give great modifications if your injured. The studio is clean and the equipment is new and in great condition. I go 4 – 5 times a week as it is my happy place. Come check it out– there is a class for everyone.

What I love most about Refine is that it’s a workout not just for my body but my brain. The functional strength exercises we do during class require you to be attentive to form and be mindful of every step. With the constant guidance and encouragement of the instructors, you’re rewarded with a workout that keep your brain and body simultaneously engaged, so you don’t zone out or get bored. The fact that they mix up routines and introduce new moves on a regular basis is an added bonus. I’ve gained muscle tone and strength as well as overall fitness. While that’s exciting enough, what’s even more exciting is the journey ahead because Refine keeps bringing it!

I am a hard-​core devotee of Refine and have visited all of their locations. As someone who travels throughout the city for work, (sales) one of the things I most appreciate about Refine is that the quality of the classes is consistently very high regardless of which location you visit. At other studios, the quality of my workout is inevitably a function of which instructor is teaching, but at Refine, every one of the instructors will give me a very intense workout. The music is kickass at all the studios, too.
You can tell that this location is a little older than the West Village location, but all the equipment is kept in good condition and the towels/​bath products are lovely here.
Over 10 years in NYC I’ve tried a wide array of gyms, boot camp style classes, yoga, boxing, Pilates, etc. and for my money and time, Refine is the best.

Amazing workout! The classes are HIIT and easily modifiable for all levels and injuries. The classes are small and instructors make an effort to not only push each person in the room, but also understand their bodies and specific needs. The studios are clean and it’s a welcoming environment with zero judgement/​attitude. I’m going on 4yrs at Refine and appreciate how Brynn evolves the class structure and equipment and continuously educates clients on new research and how to achieve your fitness goals. Refine helps me build and maintain strength to support my lower back and mitigate pain that has troubled me most of my life. Last, but not least, the music is always bumping and helps you get through that last set of jumpbacks!

Sh**t like «unleash your inner athlete» made no sense to me until I started coming to Refine. Relatively lean on account of genetics and a proclivity for green food, I was urban active, doing yoga, pilates, walking everywhere, and running every once in a while. I almost always got injured running, but not with Refine: this is an intense class, but one where the instructors are all so knowledgeable that they can quickly modify exercises and up the ante with you safely when they see potential to do more.
I lift heavy weights now, have stamina I couldn’t have imagined when I started coming two years ago, and my brain is never bored in class (this is important! I’ve stopped going to a number of other class just because of that zone-​out that occurs after rote, mindless repetition). Refine has you focussing on form while moving at a challenging pace through a variety of exercises that change daily.
It’s also an incredibly supportive atmosphere for bootcamp-​like training that slays men and women alike. Classes are SO intelligently thought-​out. Never thought I’d feel so appreciative of an exercise program — thank you, Refine.

I started at Refine about 3 years ago. At first it killed me! but now i’m going 4x a week and LOVE IT! If you want a workout that keeps changing with instructors that are fantastic this is your place!

As a mother of a toddler and a full time lawyer, efficiency is the name of the game when I’m looking at workouts. In 50 minutes Refine gives me a high energy, highly effective workout that I can start my day with. I’ve done yoga suspended from the ceiling, done micro squats at a bar and spun up imaginary hills till my legs went numb, but nothing has whipped me into shape as fast and as enjoyably as Refine.
Pro tip: Tuesday and Thursday morning classes with Brittany are so worth getting up for!

I have been to many boutique fitness studios, but nothing quite compares to Refine. The workout is high intensity interval training that includes kettlebells, slide boards, boxes, and planks and the best part is, you will never get the same class twice! Refine is continually evolving and integrating new techniques and tools. Teachers know your name, classes are small, and the teachers assist you and make sure that you are doing everything correctly! Studios are clean, customer service is spot on, and the app/​sign up process is user friendly. Additionally, refine typically has a motivating challenge taking place which offers deals on classes and incentives to get you into the studio! I have been attending classes at Refine for about 2 ½ years and continue to go back because the workout and results speak for themselves!

Refine is singularly my favorite workout class. I’ve been going since they first launched, and within a few classes, you start to see the change in your body. You’re strong, but still lean. People always compliment me on my posture now. The class never bores you and it’s always a great mix of sliders, boxes, pulley weights, ropes and planks and the dreaded burpees. The instructors are also great about giving different options depending on your fitness level which ensures the class will also be a challenge. I can’t recommend Refine enough

After having tried a few boutique gyms and places like physique 57, I have found my favorite workout. I have been coming to Refine Method for the last two years, and I never get bored. I love the high intensity interval training workouts, the music and how the class is constantly changing. I really feel like it has made my core stronger and overall, I am more tone. It is like going to a personal trainer but in a small class setting. Each exercise has levels for both the beginner and advanced refiner to be challenged; you can just add weights and harder options to the exercise as you progress. The best part is that you are only doing an exercise (planks, squats, lunges) for short intervals with power bursts (sprints, jump backs) mixed in so you get a full body workout that incorporates both strength training and cardio. The teachers really pay attention to make sure you are doing the exercises correctly. The teachers are all great, well trained and really listen to you and can easily come up with modifications for each pose if necessary for you. I really trust them and appreciate the fact that they all learn your names — makes you feel like you are part of the refine family! I have also checked out the refine method west village and love that space — it just isn’t as convenient for me.

I have been going to Refine since this location opened. It is by far the best workout I’ve ever done. I also really appreciate that it’s very efficiently compacted so it doesn’t take up my whole day but I did get an excellent workout.
I have introduced 8 friends to Refine already, and all of the ones who are New York-​local have become regular members.

Battle ropes. Kettlebells. Slide boards. This is one awesome workout. This is HIIT (high intensity interval training) at its best. It’s all the «functional training» of Crossfit, but without the power lifting… and with better music.
Also love that the class is only 50 minutes, it’s efficient and effective. I’ve become a better athlete because of this class.
The only downside (for me at least) is that the classes tend to be predominantly women. Sometimes it’s nice to have some male energy in the room instead of all women who are (at times) afraid to smile at each other. Good thing the instructors are so helpful/​funny/​amazing that it breaks the tension, or all these hardcore ladies might cut each other.
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I have been going to Refine for a little over a year, and more than any gym or boutique workout, completely delivers on its promise of an efficient, effective, challenging and FUN workout! Working full-​time with two young kids, I had a tough time finding a fitness routine that I enjoyed and didn’t get bored of, and was a «real» workout. In 50 minutes, you warm-​up, get both cardio and weights in, and cool down to great music mixes in a nicely sized class. The studio and amenities are simple but complete with great bath products and toiletries if you want to shower after your workout. The instructors are well-​trained, friendly, and attentive to form (which most gyms are never great at).
In just a year, I’ve gotten back into shape, and in some ways, am more fit and strong than before kids! I have recruited friends from Queens and Brooklyn to work out with me on the UWS on weekend mornings. .. now that says a lot! Refine is an unbeatable workout on the UWS, and well worth the investment in yourself.

I absolutely love Refine Method. I am in much better shape since going to the class and I have already loss a dress size since attending the class for only 6 months. Definitely recommend everyone take the class!

Refine Method is a phenomenal workout. After years of inconsistently exercising, this is the only thing I’ve been able to truly stick with. I’ve been coming to this class for 3 years on an unlimited membership. The classes are very challenging to say the least. You will work every muscle group in various ways, which keeps the classes from becoming boring or stagnant. The instructors are excellent, and the class size allows for a lot of attention to form, and modifications if needed. You will definitely notice a change in your stamina, and physique if you stick with this workout. I absolutely love this studio and can’t recommend it highly enough!

i’ve been to many fitness studios in nyc. after years of studio hopping, i committed to unlimited refine membership because it is overall the best place i’ve found. the workouts are different every day, designed for cardio and strength, and as hard as you want them to be. there are always options for more challenge within each exercise. the instructors are great; they provide form corrections and individual attention. refine also provides excellent customer service. they quickly answer questions and everyone working at the studio makes clients feel welcome.

I have been a unlimited monthly member of Refine Method for about 3 years. Every class is different and you are ALWAYS challenged. If you get bored with your current workouts then Refine is definitely for you. The classes start with about a 10min warm up and a 5min cool down 50min in total. The classes include lunges, squats, power sets, planks, and using different props in every class (think Slide boards, TRX, boxes, kettle bells, med balls) You usually do about 3 rounds of 6 exercises on different muscle groups as well as a power cardio set (timed sprints, jump backs, slams) The instructors are always pushing you to be your best but also know your limitations and all exercises can be modified to different levels. If you have never worked out before you can still complete these classes with body weight and work your way up. I introduced a friend to this class who is also now an addict and it was great seeing her so proud of herself when she realized she was now able hold a plank for a steady 45sec when first starting class could barely hold up for 15.
Every instructor is amazing, classes are small so they can focus on the clients to be sure form is on point and you are being challenged out of your comfort zone. It is a great workout environment clients also entice each other and are encouraging to be better during your workout. I wake up 4x a week at 5:45am to head to Refine before I get my day started and if your reading this you should too!!!