The Phoenix Effect

Wonderful gym. I've been going here for 5 months and I see the results I wanted. Just stay consistent and do your best, they will help with the rest. You see Even a rhyme comes naturally! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Beth & Kristin have created an amazing gym, I can’t get enough of it ❤️

Reviewed on Facebook

I took a class here the other day. It was great. Kristin is my favorite coach. RAIN or shine the class is on. Be prepared to get sweaty and feel good about it. Super hands on and gives great feedback. It was hard and I'm sore in unexpected places but lots of fun. I'll be back for more. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

The coaches and athletes are amazing!!  I haven't seen results like this with anything else I've tried.  So.  Much.  Fun.

Reviewed on Yelp

Best instructors around, so helpful and motivational! I have a few physical limitations and they always have substitute exercise for me. Highly suggest working out here!

Reviewed on Google Maps

I usually stray from the group fitness experience, but Phoenix Effect has a way of reviving the team spirit in me I never knew I had. There's something about the humility of the instructors and the (sometimes) cute music they play. They know their form and know how to correct others. So far, their classes have been unmatched in my long journey of group fitness. More...

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The Phoenix effect has been one of the best decisions of my life. Seriously life changing!!! The coaches are so supportive and really take their time to teach. Not once have I felt out of place or judged, because both the members and coaches are super warm and welcoming. Don’t worry it is as fun as it is challenging. I have seen a huge difference in myself and I can’t wait to continue to grow. I got my friends to try it and now they are all obsessed. Do yourself a favor and CHECK IT OUT! You will not regret it!! More...

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I’ve never done any real weightlifting of any kind, and Phoenix Effect has got me hooked. The coaches have shown me that I’m capable of doing types of workouts that I didn’t think I could do.

Phoenix Effect coaches are attentive to make sure that you’re doing workouts in proper form to prevent injury - something I was always worried about when lifting. But they also motivate you to try each workout in some fashion - they’re eager to help adapt to your level and strength. It’s great for beginners and advanced! More...

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I have been going to Phoenix effect for three years, I have tried many different gyms since moving to LA and I am continuously impressed with the level of thought and care that Beth and her team put into crafting workouts. As a former high school n college football player and now turned entrepreneur, I have dealt with many injuries and combine that with a crazy travel schedule, it has made working out an hitting goals incredibly difficult. Beth an her team have always helped keep me motivated as well worked with around my busy schedule, they truly care and and it's evident every time I workout w then. I know you will thoroughly enjoy working out @ Phoenix as it's truly a great environment. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I LOVE this place. I do go to other studios in LA, but I always comeback to Phoenix Effect. I love the trainers, and the programs are intense and challenging, and its always a good group of people attending too. They push you in an uplifting and positive way that's perfect. I highly recommend Phoenix Effect. More...

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I've been going here for over 2 years now and never have I seen quite as drastic of a change as I have since joining TPE. Their FIRE, INFERNO, and RIPPED classes are my personal favorite . These HIIT classes are some of the best in LA, and the personal guidance and instruction you get from the coaches sets this studio apart from all of its competitors. I don't know if I'll ever leave. Great work. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

The Phoenix Effect is one of my favorite gyms for group fitness!! I go to Kristin's Monday night class and she is nothing short of wonderful! !! I Always look forward to my Monday night class. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I'm not a class person. Never have been. Never thought I would be. Until my friend took me to this and I was hooked from day 1. Best coaches/ trainers in town, energetic, motivating, and ready to whip your ass into shape. You'll see results in less than a month. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I LOVE The Phoenix Effect! The coaches are all supportive and encouraging, but even more importantly, they make sure your form is good so you prevent injury and maximize effort. The community of athletes is awesome! Amazing coaches, amazing workouts and amazing community! Win, win, win! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Simply amazing! Trainers are very knowledgeable and helpful. Only 3 weeks in and I'm already seeing huge changes in my body! I didn't know anything about exercising before I joined but thanks to the awesome fitness professionals that teach here I'm slowly getting better at it! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Love this place, I love the people but what i really love is the coaches... Just the best! Lost 20lb since i started and changed my body...

Reviewed on Facebook

This facility is top-notch! From the friendly (and hot) staff to the clean and inviting equipment, this place has it all! I highly recommend it if you're actually looking for a challenging and impactful workout!

Reviewed on Facebook

I had a love affair with Class Pass. Dropped it for The Phoenix Effect. Amazing workouts, great community and fun atmosphere. You get what you pay for and than some extra: food challenges, spartan race training for charity causes, tremendous personal support by coaches to reach your goals (and set new ones), new friends...In the competitive gym atmosphere of WeHo this place sets itself apart. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

The best place to get fit. I've tried everything, but nothing else has been more fun or effective. The coaches are knowledgeable, inspiring and fun. The community that has been built at The Phoenix Effect has naturally grown into more of a family where everyone is welcome. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

OBSESSED with everything about this gym! The coaches, the front desk staff, my fellow athletes...every single person at TPE pushes me & encourages me! I've never had so much fun working out or enjoyed the process of getting back into shape as much as I have my first couple of months at this gym. More...

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This place changed my life. They are incredible the trainers are so encouraging and positive! I never felt so inspired to go to workout before! This place makes me push my self to the person I want to be. Sign up Now More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Love this place. Amazing workouts with inspiring coaches who are super knowledgable. Excellent combination of strength, conditioning, balance, endurance and mobility training. The workouts are designed for people of all athletic abilities, from people new to exercise to Olympic athletes, and everyone in between. You will sweat, and you will love it! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

The Phoenix Effect is the best place to train for true functional full body and core fitness. The gym is clean. The instructors are professional and knowledgeable. The gym members have formed an inclusive community of fitness. If you want to change your body, elevate your spirit and achieve your fitness goals, The Phoenix Effect gym is your place! Come and join us! We are all on a personal journey to be fit and to be better!!!! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I am inspired by this place. I am always challenged and I like how good form takes precedence. I was a bit intimidated at first (I am surrounded by a bunch of gay dudes who are extremely fit and strong), but that soon went away. I was first introduced years ago, and started to frequent more when they moved to the location on Melrose. I spend a small amount of time on that side of town from week to week, so Class Pass is more ideal, logistically. However, if I had the opportunity, I would be there more often, and opt into one of their packages. Thanks, Beth for leading a great community and team! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

This place is where your fitness dreams become a reality, there's fantastic and knowledgeable coaches that truly care about you and your success, the programming is on point, there is not one day I'm not sore since I started my journey with TPE. The community of athletes is one of a kind, I've made some truly amazing friendships there. I can't recommend this place enough! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I love this place! The best teachers and facility! Phoenix Effect challenges my body and my mind! I look forward to my workouts and seeing friendly faces! Best gym in town!

Reviewed on Facebook

The Phoenix Effect is the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. Derek introduced me to everyone and I immediately fell in love with everything. I used to be the kind of person who would avoid free weights and hard things like push ups. All the coaches here encourage you and motivate you to try harder and push your limits. Now I am the kind of person who loves barbell activities and does obstacle races with Jefferson. If you want to change your body to be the best it can be while building a relationship with a community who shares the same goals, then I highly recommend this place. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Beth and Kristin have created a phenomenal, old school, no bells and whistles workout that will leave you panting and dripping sweat. After a decade away from working out, I started spinning two years ago and doing HIIT seven months ago. I thought I was pretty strong. This workout kicked my ass, in the best way, and humbled me. They’re particularly great about buddying up with a newcomer, working alongside so you’re not lost in the stations. I’ll be back More...

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I had been working out on my own for decades and its gotten harder and harder over the years to stay in shape. Especially after turning 40. I felt my body had reached a plateau and the best I could hope for was to maintain my muscle mass and not get fat. I had tried group classes before but always got quickly bored. Most of them are very repetitive to the point where you're just going through the motions. Then, about 6 months ago, a good friend introduced me to Max's bootcamp class. Max took my stats and told me that if I stuck to his program, I would see definition improve throughout my body as I built core strength and lean muscle mass. And he was right. Couldn't be happier with the results. Plus the classes are fun.... with each class feeling different since Max and his killer trainer Ryan Haake continuously change up the routines, add new stations and plays the the perfect energetic music to get the body and mind going. More...

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I cannot say enough good things about The Phoenix Effect. It's been nearly a year since I started going and it's changed my life. I started 3x/week and, for the past few months, I started going 5 or 6x/week. I have never ever liked going to gyms because I found them boring and I lacked the motivation to work out on my own and figure out what to do.

That's never been the case here. The fact that I'm still going and going more often is a miracle in itself. All of the coaches are at the top of their game and genuinely nice people. The clients are a great group of Angelenos and I've made friends with many of them. To me, The Phoenix Effect is not just a workout, it's a lifestyle. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

It's my happy place because of the people (coaches & athletes), who go there to improve themselves and help each other.

Reviewed on Facebook

Coming here is my favorite part of the day. The coaches are all super knowledgeable and motivating, the workouts are very specifically created to maximize strength growth and i always leave feeling amazing! The clientele comes in all shapes and sizes and anyone can do it! I would absolutely recommend Phoenix Effect to everyone. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I was visiting from northern California and needed a gym to workout in.  This gym was perfect.  Their program was amazing.  Thank you so much for a great workout.. More...

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Joe Ryan you totally make this class that much better!!! You made the class super energetic and can't wait to take another class with you. Thank you for keeping me motivated and can't wait to be back at Phoenix Effect. The Phoenix Effect offers a great workout with different modifications for different levels of expertise. Clean studio with metered parking. More...

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I've been a Phoenix Effect unlimited monthly member for 1.5 years now and I'm in the best shape of my life!  The programming is effective and well rounded - each day of the week focuses on a different muscle group and/or movement type (ie. push vs. pull).  I try to do 4-5 workouts there a week and it has truly paid off!  The coaches are highly knowledgeable and push you to push yourself, while putting form and safety first. They never skimp on warm ups, and always offer regressions for exercises to accommodate newcomers and or anyone with injuries.   The community is very welcoming to all types of people, at all fitness levels and even offers optional social events to get to know your classmates better. Highly, highly recommend the Phoenix Effect!  My husband recently joined as an unlimited member as well, and he's loving it too!  By far the most effective workout in town! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

This place has changed my life! I moved to LA one year ago and stumbled upon this gym while using Classpass. I was looking for a gym that mixes HIIT style workouts with heavy lifting as well. The Phoenix Effect does exactly that. Not only did I find the workouts to suit my needs, but this gym goes above and beyond. The community of people that attend are ACTUALLY friends with one another. They do social events on weekends that get the community out of the gym and intermingling with one another. They do nutrition challenges that help you learn about the diet you should be keeping along with your workouts. They do charity Spartan Races to raise money for different causes. It's really a full package deal. If you're curious about their formats, here's how I'd describe them:BURN - the typical HIIT workout. Roughly 10 stations of various exercises that you rotate between on intervals for under a minute or so.LIFT - a class more focused on building up your strength/form, less about ripping through exercises. Typically 4 stations, 10 minutes at each. 1-2 of those stations is a barbell movement (squats, bench press, deadlifts, power cleans, etc.).FIRE - similar to BURN but less stations, longer intervals, and more complex "crossfit-esque" movements (i.e. tire flips, rope climbs, sled pulls, etc.). You also run around the block every time they yell "FIRE." Keeps it interesting!INFERNO - shorter HIIT workout, but higher intensity. Usually you're trying to do as many rounds of the given exercises in the allotted time (maybe 20 minutes or so).BARBELL PARTY - the first half of class is spent teaching you an olympic lift and the second half is spent practicing it in a mini HIIT style workout.Hope this helps! Love this place! All the coaches are amazing (Derek is the one who got me hooked, try his classes for sure!)! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

If you're looking to get stronger, have correct form, and feel and look good, there is no other gym in LA I recommend! I absolutely love this place! ! Found it originally while on classpass and couldn't be happier that I switched 8 months ago to the unlimited pass here. They offer a variety of classes to meet different goals, and help you decide which combo is right to meet your needs. I love their burn (HIIT) class as well as their Lift class - they're great at explaining each movement, then having you learn with a light bar/weight, and then building at a pace which prevents injury. The community I've gained while going here is also unparalleled - people workout together, pushing and supporting each other, and also often socialize together outside the gym. The Phoenix Effect is my happy place in LA. More...

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I have been a part of TPE for a year, and The Phoenix Effect has no doubt, changed my life! It is way more then a gym! It is absolutely the best, all inclusive health, wellness, and workout program! In addition to being a family and community! I have been amazed over and over, by the attention to detail, the motivation, inspiration, talent, and awesomeness of everyone who is a part of making TPE the incredible place it is! There are so many phenomenal programs, they provide to help every person and athlete, no matter what level, reach beyond their wildest expectations, surpass their goals, and create new ones they never thought, can be achieved! Be it, nutrition challenges, spartan race obstacle training, mobility trainings, PR testing, and the list goes on, with your personal achievements tracked, class pictures taken to celebrate the achievement of each workout, immense support to every member, TPE has best social calendar, giving everyone more opportunities to become a closer family and support system! The TPE Facebook page for athletes, provides constant support, and prepares you with the details of the workout planning for the coming week, which happens to be the TOP of the line, always something new and keeps it challenging for all, there are also regressions for those with injuries or limitations. I have been in many gyms, and programs, the results at TPE are unparalleled. The special cycles dedicated to focusing on specific goals, adds another dimension of fun! And the results really show! I have always felt so welcome and loved, I feel so comfortable there, never any judgement, or pretentiousness, everyone is so excepting. TPE has helped me take care of ME, it has been therapeutic, I always love coming to class, it feels like a party! The trainers are really the cream of the crop! The energy is always electrifying, energetic and a blast! I wish I had found TPE a long time ago and I am so very grateful to TPE! THANK YOU TPE FOR EVERYTHING! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Got bored of my gym and decided to check out The Phoenix Effect after hearing about it from someone I know. Absolutely love it here! I drive out of my way to come here at 6 am and it's totally worth it. Awesome energy, amazing instructors, and fantastic classes with great variety. I always leave completely spent (in a good way, not the painful OMG-I-just-tore-something kind of way!). I've been to some other boot camp places around the city and they pale in comparison. I just wish they had a shower but honestly it's so great that I don't care that much. Check it out if you haven't already. You won't regret it! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

This is seriously the best workout in LA bar none. I have been going here for nearly two years and it has been transformative. The coaches are on point and make sure you're sticking to form. It feels like a family in and out of the gym. Highly recommend! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Amazing, amazing gym! Instructors are knowledgeable, generous, and enthusiastic, the workouts are so TOUGH but in the BEST possible way, and there really is a community of people here who just want more; to be more, do more, lift more... it's just an awesome place to be and I am so glad I found it. HIGHLY recommend you checking it out! You have nothing to lose (besides tons of weight) and so much to gain (I.e tons of lean muscle mass!) ;) More...

Reviewed on Yelp

There are a lot of studios in the city.  You can pretty much get a good workout wherever you go.  The things that sets a studio apart are the people.  Beth and Kristin just flat out get it!  I've only taken Kristin's class and she is best-in-class!  I describe her as the Nicest Little Spitfire you ever want to meet.  Great instructor and even better person. I highly recommend the studio it's become one of my favorites. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I've attended Phoenix Effect daily (and now twice daily) for the past 18 months. The coaches are highly knowledgeable and motivating, and will provide feedback on form, nutrition, and general health both in and outside of class. Every coach has a different character that makes each class unique and enjoyable. Exercise rotations are sensible and diverse; in fact, I have yet to attend any type of exercise or health establishment where a variety of exercises and equipment is utilized. The owners take pride in the gym as a space and are constantly making new additions to spice up the workouts and challenge us in new ways. Most importantly, this is an authentic community. If you are looking for friends, business associates, and just genuine support during your workout, this is the place you want to be. Charity events, nutrition challenges, personal training, social get togethers...I can't say enough about the intimacy, and how much that contributes to the results. All sessions are programmed by an expert coordinator, but all music playlists reflect the personality of the coaches and purpose of the workout. You'll hear anything from hip-hop to EDM to death metal to punk on any given day. Active social networkers and private pages and feeds where group and individual photos are posted so that you can track your results, ask questions, and just generally enjoy yourselves together outside of class. If you want to feel good inside and out, this is the place to be!  Dana More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I expected this class to be challenging and it didn't disappoint! I booked with Open Sweat- super easy (great alternative to Class Pass, too! ) and started off with the Phoenix Burn class. CJ, the instructor, was extremely nice and welcoming! He did a great job of explaining everything and creating a comfortable environment. The class was difficult and definitely kicked my butt (more specifically my butt and thigh muscles, along with the rest of my body). I can see how the workout would tone and strengthen over time and will definitely be going back!! More...

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The Phoenix Effect: I have never had so much fun working this hard in my life. The coach's energy, support, and enthusiasm coupled with the patron's perseverance, inspiration, and motivation is the perfect storm for success. It makes working out fun. They view these workouts as a treat for your body to move, not a punishment. Just when you think you can't go another round, someone is next to you tell you not to give up and you can do it! If you're looking for a workout home, for me, this is the best it gets. More...

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