via Facebook
Mattie asks:
“Any news on why Capitol Hill Yoga closed? It was one of my favorites, and I thought it was popular…”
Capitol Hill Yoga’s Facebook page wrote on May 28th:
“With all of my heart I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to and practiced at Capitol Hill Yoga over the past 8+ years. I absolutely wish you the best both on and off the mat. Please keep practicing. Namaste! ~Stacey”
Capitol Hill Yoga opened in 2009 at 641 Pennsylvania Ave, SE.
Thanks to a reader for passing on from Mint:
“MINT announces our first dedicated fitness studio! To be located at the newly developed Manhattan Laundry building on Florida Ave at 14th Street, the new studio will feature two studio rooms inside and offer showers, lockers and minty amenities. Programming offerings include Power Playground, Cycle, MINTFuze, TRX, Core, MINTensity and more. This first MINT Studio will open in late summer 2017. The studio will offer both class packages and ‘all-access’ memberships that will include unlimited use of the studio and both clubs. Current MINT members will be offered special rates, stay tuned for more info soon.”
Thanks to Kristi Clough for sending:
“Finally know what’s coming into the small space on 2nd St NE behind REI!”
Lots of info aboutCyclebar here.
1925 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Cameron for sending. This is in the new development with the Lululemon just south of U Street.
@PoPville did you see @OTheoryFitness is coming to 14th Street? pic.twitter.com/HJ5gpwuQcU
— Cameron Austin (@CameronOAustin) May 8, 2017
Ed. Note: Orange Theory is also opened in Navy Yard (82 I Street, SE) and is coming to Tenleytown (4600 Wisconsin Street, NW.)
1212 4th Street, SE
Thanks to a reader for passing on from VIDA yesterday afternoon:
“Thank you very much for your patience today while we worked to recover from a fire overnight as quickly as possible!
Late last night, we suffered a fire in our laundry room after the club closed, close to midnight. We are very thankful that NO VIDA Team members, Fire Fighters or Building Management and Residents were injured! Everyone is safe.
We will remain closed today. [Ed. Note: Monday] Below is a bullet list of things you can expect tomorrow… (more…)
235 Carroll Street, NW (original rendering before construction was completed)
From a press release:
“Yoga Heights, a yoga studio at 3506 Georgia Ave. NW., announced today that they are opening their second location this fall in the Takoma Central Apartment building at 235 Carroll Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. Yoga Heights is a community oriented studio that offers classes for every body, at every level and every budget. (more…)
637 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
From a press release:
“Off Road DC, a premiere Washington, D.C. fitness studio, will open its second location at 637 Pennsylvania Ave SE on January 17.
The locally owned business will host a soft opening over Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend, with a limited schedule starting that Saturday, January 14 and continuing through Monday the 16th.
“We’re so excited to open on Capitol Hill,” said Tammar Berger, co-owner. “It’s a perfect neighborhood for Off Road, and we look forward to meeting the community and adding our fitness expertise to the mix.”
Clients can expect Off Road’s three popular BIKE, BOX and BUILD programs in a 2000+ square foot space. The second location will feature two dedicated studios in the heart of Capitol Hill. (more…)
701 2nd St, NE
NUBOXX’s website says:
“NUBOXX is the premier fitness boxing studio in DC.
Our innovative small group classes mirror a pro boxer’s training program, resulting in an intense total body, sweat-inducing, calorie torching workout.
Be prepared to throw some serious punches, test your limits, knockdown your comfort zone and evolve into the best version of yourself.”
coming to 1742 Connecticut Ave, NW next to Bistro Du Coin
From a press release:
“On December 10, local fitness company Urban Athletic Club will unveil a new studio concept for athletes, fitness junkies, and exercise enthusiasts that focuses on exercise recovery, optimizing mobility, treating pain and injuries, and other methods to improve fitness and athletic performance.
Located in Dupont Circle, RESET: Active Recovery Studio consists of 1800 square feet of training space, featuring a bright open studio for unencumbered movement, a private room for one-on-one training, a separate open area for individual use, and a tranquil mediation room for mid-day breaks. (more…)
I’ve been getting a few queries about who else is coming to the big redevelopment at the Uline Arena besides REI. Tony T Goodman tweets the news this morning:
“@cyclebar is bringing its 2nd DC-area location to the Uline Arena next to REI in NoMa, along Delaware Ave.”
Cyclebar’s website says:
“THE CYCLEBAR MISSION
Create a fun and accessible experience for riders of all ages and fitness levels.
Ensure every CycleBar ride is an unparalleled multisensory, intoxicating journey.
Hire and retain the very best people.
Fuel each ride with amazing music, energy-enhancing video graphics and rider-specific performance data in a state-of-the-art CycleTheatre™.
Deliver concierge-level service and an exhilarating experience that goes far beyond a great cardio fitness workout.
Rock the ride, each and every time.”