1510 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Alkova opened here back in 2022. Before them the space was home to a hair salon.
Updates when we learn who takes over the space next.
Gym
1333 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Noa for sending for sending frome the “Old slipstream on 14th. People were going into it when I walked by.”
Puppies & Yoga IG says: (more…)
149 N Street SE courtesy Brookfield Properties
From a press release:
“Brookfield Properties, a leading global developer and operator of high-quality real estate assets, today announced that LUMA Wellness Studio will be opening its first location at The Yards. The local husband and wife-owned studio will occupy 1,505 SF at 149 N Street SE and is slated to open in early 2025. (more…)
3131 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
This will actually be (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Some recent frustration with NYSC/Connecticut Ave location.
They have a referral program (see attached sign) where they award $25 gift cards – to the person that refers, and the person that is referred. (more…)
And so concludes the surveillance cameras in the locker room debate: (more…)
photo by John Sonderman
Thanks to K. for passing on the latest from VIDA Fitness regarding their security camera policy for the the Men’s Locker Room.
“VIDA U Street Members,
Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding the installation of security cameras at the entry/exit and interior sink areas of the Men’s Locker Room. Please note that these cameras would not capture any footage of toilet areas, shower areas, or changing areas within the locker bays.
Due to recent thefts in the Men’s Locker Room, we implemented this approach to enhance your safety and security.
Below is our formal Video Surveillance and Privacy Policy: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
As a member of VIDA U St, I recently became aware of the installation of cameras in the men’s locker room. Initially, I assumed these were merely “dummy” cameras; however, I came across a post from the Logan location (below) indicating that the cameras will be actively monitored by trained professionals.
This raises significant concerns for me, particularly regarding privacy laws from what I assume DC would have on the books. It seems highly questionable to have surveillance in such a personal space, and I worry about the mishaps that are surely to happen as a result.”
Thanks to all who sent this, uh, interesting, development from VIDA Fitness:
“LC Locker Room Cameras: some of you have noticed the presence of new cameras in the locker and sink area of the men’s locker room. Though they are not fully installed, it is our plan to increase visibility in those areas for safety and security purposes. Let me be clear that monitoring of these specific areas will be discrete and only accessible by trained monitoring technicians. (more…)
Thanks to Angela for sending:
“After months of waiting and pushing back the date, the Georgetown Gold’s gym is finally open! Sounds like they’re validating parking for up to two hours.”
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to share some news about MINT in DuPont Circle because I’m curious what other readers think (and to see if there’s anything we can collectively to do make MINT change its policy).
On July 2, MINT members got the following email: (more…)