The Training Room in Avon is not your typical gym. Free of most traditional gym equipment, it uses Kettle Ball training, medicine balls, sand bags, dumbbells and body weight movements. Group training is emphasized, but highly recommended after mastering the one-on-one programs. Members must be prepared and motivated to work hard to get the results they desire. Call or stop by for class schedules or to speak to a trainer to set up a program.
Howell Lanes is a 32-lane bowling alley that hosts leagues, birthday celebrations and other specials. Howell Lanes has eight leagues available for men, women and children, which vary in experience and difficulty level. The facility provides an area for children to celebrate birthdays and the birthday child gets in free of charge. Daily specials are also offered, such as $2 per game from Sunday through Wednesday. Howell Lanes is located on U.S. Highway 9, next to Walgreens.
Pillar Performance helps its clients find balance and strength in motions they use every day. It focuses on functional movements and uses functional strength training and pilates to help strengthen bodies. This is not a gym, but a personal training and pilates studio open by appointment with one of its 7 instructors.
Synergy Dance Academy and Performing Arts Studio offers classes in a variety of dance styles including jazz, hip-hop, ballet, tap and more. Small class sizes make for personalized one-on-one instruction with professional instructors. Rates are affordable. The studio also offers classes in music theater, fitness training, drama and voice lessons.
Metrowest Yoga is located in the Mill Building, just off Route 135 (Milk Street) near downtown Westborough. It offers a multitude of yoga classes, and most classes are held in heated studios. In addition to its MYoga series, the studio offers children's classes, Pilates, stress reduction classes, teacher training, private instruction and workshops at the studio as well as off-site. Metrowest Yoga also has an on-site retail store, which is open half an hour before and after each class, and sells many items related to yoga, including clothing, mats and rugs, CDs, books and games for children, as well as unique items from area artisans.
Jersey Shore Hot Yoga is located on Main Street in Avon. Yoga classes are available for beginner, intermediate and advanced students and practictioners. Their focus is hot yoga, where the temperature in the room is elevated to cleanse the inner body. Students are required to bring a large towel, washcloth, yoga mat and large bottle of water for maintaining proper body hydration levels. A set of dry clothes for the drive home after class is suggested.
Paul Karami's Family Karate Center is located in the small shopping center right next to McDonald's on Kanan, just off the 101. They offer classes for ages three and up with an introductory special of two semi-private lessons for $19.95. Call for an appointment or introductory session.
Firm Body Fitness is a personal training gym. The club offers individual attention and semi-private classes. The trainers use new and time-tested routines to ensure each member hits their fitness targets.
The Bar Method is a fitness facility that offers an exercise program that uses a ballet bar in the workout. Through this unique workout, the ballet bar is incorporated to burn a lot of calories and fat and create long, lean muscle. The workout is for both beginners and those more advanced. This fitness center is elegantly decorated, with a locker room, child care room and, of course, the workout room with the ballet bar. Any weights that are used in the workout are provided by The Bar Method. Owner will give a free class to Patch users at the Shrewsbury location.
This studio is located on Main Street in Avon. Head dance instructor Miss Robin has been providing instruction for 16+ years, specializing in ballet, pointe, tap , jazz, acrobatic, hip hop and lyrical jazz. Through encouragement and practice, students build self esteem and physical fitness, showing off their talents in a yearly recital. The studio also accepts students for summer camp. Private lessons and birthday parties are available.
Fitness Meets Wellness offers personal training, small group classes and group personal training for two to four people. It also offers a "6 Weeks to Wellness" program as well as yoga for the body and mind. This wellness facility has wellness programs for teens as well as seniors. Fitness Meets Wellness prides itself on it's "NO CROWDS, NO CONTRACTS" motto. Susan Mackenzie is the owner and personal trainer of Fitness Meets Wellness and has had her business at 30 Lyman Street since April of 2007.
