Sick of hitting the same gym with a stale routine? You’re not alone.

Boston is one of the fittest states in America, according to research from the American College of Sports Medicine. While finding a gym to work out the most important muscles is not a strain, feeling motivated enough to actually go can be. 

That’s why we compiled a list of the coolest and most unconventional workouts happening around Boston where you can sweat and have plenty of fun at the same time. 

Whether there is an inner dancer or trapeze artist in your soul, these studios are sure to get your heart pumping with their unconventional fitness classes.

Got a class recommendation? Fill out our form below or e-mail [email protected] with your favorite unique workout class in Boston, and we might add it to this list.

For an adventurous workout in a safe space try a Boston Pole Fitness class. The studio has locations in Brighton, Newton, and Dorchester and is open to all and encourages students to let loose and get strong.

First class $19; $29 drop-in class 

Dangling from the ceiling is one way to shake up your routine while mastering a new technique. Swet Studio’s aerial yoga classes in the South End incorporate dance, pilates, and gravity-defying movement.

$25 drop-in class 

If you ever were curious about “the power of jumping,” hop over to one of Barre Groove’s studio locations in Back Bay, Downtown, and South Boston. Barre Groove has staple Trampoline Twerkouts that combine bouncing with high intensity bodyweight exercises. 

$30 drop-in class

For a versatile set of workout classes in an iconic nightlife location in the West End, check out Big Night Fitness. Catch a CrossFit class or a power yoga class with high intensity concert lighting and state-of-the art sound equipment.

$25 single class credit

Before you run away to join the circus full-time, build some unique skills at CommonWealth Circus in Jamaica Plain. From aerial fabric classes to tumbling at this gym are sure to get your heart pumping.

$33 approx. drop-in class

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