Ypsi Studio

Definitely 5 stars for this place.
A few words I’d use to describe my experience here… personalized, effective, welcoming, unique.
A big thank you to Julia and her team.

We’ve just moved into the area and have been so happy to have this business so near by. We’ve taken a few spinning and TRX classes here as our schedules allow, and have never been disappointed. We’ve been greeted each time, had all our questions answered, and been given expert instruction through our challenging workouts.
This place is the real deal. Affordable, community based and welcoming of all shapes and fitness levels. I felt right at home here from the moment we stepped in. We look forward to more opportunities for yoga and spinning especially when the snow comes in this Winter.
TIP: If you pay in cash, you get a great discount on class punch cards. Our classes ended up being just under $ 7 each! Remember, your first time drop in is only $ 5.

I was initially introduced to Ypsi Studio when my mom visited to get a massage. She actually booked the appointment with Jess because she was one of the only people she could find, locally, that was familiar with cupping. My mom had a wonderful experience and I decided it seemed like a great place to try myself.
Fast forward a few years and I find myself working two blocks down from Ypsi Studio, so I finally got around to trying an indoor cycling class with a co-​worker of mine. I had taken «spinning» classes before and none we quite as awesome as the classes I have taken at Ypsi Studio. My previous instructors all reminded me of people who would go to raves and took club drugs (with ADHD to the max). It was a bit too much for me. Here the instructors are knowledgable and encouraging without being aggressive or overly energetic; they let you decide how much (or how little) you want to challenge yourself, and they guide you through different speeds, resistance, and in and out of saddle riding. It’s wonderful!
My ONLY complaint is that parking can be an issue. I purposely get there about 15 – 20 minutes early so I can be sure to get a decent parking spot. I’ve only ever had to circle the block once or twice to get a nice spot right out front, but it’s just not as convenient as having an easily accessible lot nearby with a bunch of available spots. This isn’t so much a problem in the summer when the weather is warmer and it stays light out later, then it is fine to find parking within walking distance.
Ypsi Studio has AWESOME Groupon deals quite frequently so that is the way to go, especially if you just want to try a few classes before making a big commitment.

The Ypsi Studio is great! Even after I moved to Detroit, I drive back here for personal training and an occasional class. I’ve been a personal training client of Julia’s (the owner) for several years and she always seems to know just what kind of workout I need. I love having that post workout «good» soreness (yes, I’m a glutton for punishment), and she always does a great job at pushing me hard without making me puke, a la CrossFit style.
They also offer a variety of other classes, including yoga, spinning, and this awesome class called willPower & grace. It’s hard to describe, but suffice it to say it’s one of the hardest, but most fun, group exercise classes I’ve ever taken (you can read more about it here:
). Plus, they’re one of the few places in the state that you can take the class, so you should definitely check it out!
Everyone at the studio is very friendly. It definitely feels more like a «family,» than many of the cold, impersonal gyms that are out there. And the prices are super-​reasonable. There’s no monthly membership fee – you can buy a «pack» of classes that never expire, so if you get sick or are traveling, you don’t have to worry about wasting money when you can’t use the gym.

I bought a Groupon to this gym, and I’ve really enjoyed the spinning and yoga classes I’ve attended. The instructors have been very friendly and helpful and the class schedule is convenient. I really have no complaints and would continue to buy classes after my Groupon expires if the studio was more conveniently located for me.

I recently had a month-​long stint at yoga at Ypsi studio.
Overall the studio was a quaint place, the people who work there were really nice, and the patrons were friendly and diverse.
I joined to take advantage of the yoga classes, which ultimately were not my cup of tea for the following reasons.
1. Cold room. The yoga studio is in the basement and it was often times very cold. It was distracting, and it makes it a lot more difficult to really sink into your poses in that temperature.
2. Noisy. Being in the basement, you could hear everyone working out upstairs.
3. Challenge level of the classes. I personally like a more vigorous practice, so I was disappointed to go a month without breaking a sweat.
Though the yoga was not my favorite, I would still recommend the studio for someone who perhaps is new to yoga and wants to practice for the benefit of relaxation vs. exercise.
The studio is extremely affordable and they offer many other classes that I never took advantage of. The upstairs has a small selection of fitness equipment for independent work as well.
If you’re looking for a local cozy gym, it may be the place for you.

Massage Therapy — Jess at Ypsi Studio is FABULOUS. She has is the best that I found over here in the Ann Arbor/​Ypsi area. (I used to frequent a studio in Metro Detroit). I like my sessions extremely quiet, so Jess only talks when she absolutely has too. Jess’s sessions are also a great balance between relaxation and physical therapy. She focuses on the areas where you need the most help, and will adjust her style to suit your needs. She is definitely worth checking out.