GEAR (Fitness Studio)

11/19/2008 Posted by dwilson451

I love spinning! I didn't think I would but I do. I have always been intimidated but Lisa's class was very welcoming. She's motivating and inspiring, but not like a drill sergeant. Gear offers many great classes. Chad's sports conditioning class is a mix of boxing and hardcore cardio drills.He's awesome.

11/15/2008 Posted by kim23

Gear is awesome! I have been taking indoor cycling classes for years but this place really rocks! Seriously people you may have a gym you already take classes but you should try Gear. They just added a sports conditioning class with boxing techniques and it's way cool. Check it out!

Pros: Innovative, intimate, raw and very reasonably priced

10/28/2008 Posted by cdevis

I'm not a guy who likes to workout. Never have been. I was told by a friend that getting a personal trainer may help with the fact that I really do not like to workout. He told me that like 2 years ago. Another friend has been training with Lisa for over 2 years and finally I gave in. I'm happy. I've lost around 25 pounds. Lisa got her own gym, Gear a few months ago and she deserves it. She's a hard core spinning teacher too.

Pros: rates, studio space is cool

Cons: no showers

10/28/2008 Posted by kevmcg7

Hollywood needs some business and Gear is making that happen. I work in Hollywood and I have been going to a gym closer to my home, further west because there wasn't a fitness studio near work until Gear opened. Thank you! It's so convenient. The spinning and yoga classes are some of the best ever.

Pros: In Hollywood

Cons: No showers

10/28/2008 Posted by ckaris1234

I have been to many gyms, big gyms, little gyms and I have to say Gear has beat them all. If you are looking for an overall fitness studio with knowledgeable instructors then this is the place. I originally was just interested in taking yoga but I tried Lisa's spinning class and although it was hard as heck :) I have to admit I came back for more.

Pros: Awesome instructors, beautiful space

Cons: haven't found any yet

10/09/2008 Posted by jave42

I recently stumbled across Gear in Hollywood as I was walking along and I am so happy I did. It's been at least a year since I had taken a yoga class and was nervous to get back into it-scared actually. I finally got up the nerve and took Nicole's Monday evening class and she made me remember why I enjoy the practice to much. Thank you!

Pros: Perfect location, beautiful space

Cons: can't think of any

10/03/2008 Posted by jkemp0

This place is fantastic. I'm a former spinning instructor trying to get back into shape and was looking locally for a studio but I was not looking forward to the high prices & bad attitude that comes with most studios or the impersonal, sterile enviornment that comes with the corporate fitness facilities. When I walked into GEAR and spoke to Lisa I knew this was THE place. Lisa's classes have a free energy that builds throughout with an ecclectic and extremely groovable selection of music that inspires you to push yourself harder. The studio feels free, yet intimate. It was nice to not be given five million rules when I walked in the door and wonderful not feel like I'm overpaying. I highly recommend GEAR to anyone who wants to start on the road to fitness (or to get back on the road:) in a relaxed, non-intimidating and positive enviornment you can challenge yourself in. You won't regret it!!!

10/03/2008 Posted by newlevel

I gotta tell you, I am completely enamored with GEAR!!!!! The spinning class is one of the best I have ever taken. Lisa, the owner and head instructor, pushes you to go farther and at the same time encourages you where you are at. I leave the class drenched but thoroughly and completely satisfied that I got the most out of myself. If you want a great workout and you want to get what you PAY for.... then you definitely need to show up!!!!! And she seems to also have a knack for hiring great teachers as well. I took Yoga for the first time last week at GEAR with Nicole and I am hooked!!!!! So all i can say is see you there!!!!!!

Pros: The space is great. Open....high ceilings....

Cons: Not more Teachers like LISA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

10/03/2008 Posted by rlg929

I love Lisa's spinning classes! I took my first class with her a year and a half ago and haven't looked back. It's a really great workout and she always has the best music. She changes her music all the time so that you don't get bored. I have taken other people's classes and they are just not the same. So, if you are interested in a workout that takes only 45 minutes of your time, is actually fun, and provides a kick-ass cardio and calorie burn, then you need to get over to Hollywood(it only takes me 10 minutes from the valley) and jump on a spinning bike asap! For those of you thinking that you are not in shape and won't be able to do this class, I always start the class with my only goal being to stay on the spinning bike for the whole class. I always manage to accomplish this goal and always feel great afterwards!

Pros: the space, the instructor, the music, the cardio, class times that fit my sleeping till 10 schedule, really good all you can ride specials

Cons: no after class cupcakes

10/02/2008 Posted by dtmangler

I hate working out but I had a blast with the trainer and the bikes. Great non-pressure environment. Fun rustic space with a good sound system. DO IT, YOU'LL LOVE IT!

Pros: Classes are small so you get a lot of personal attention.

Cons: Not enough time in the day.