If you've got fitness on the brain, you're in luck: we've found the freshest Los Angeles spots to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're searching for fitness around town.
Checkmat Northridge
8415 Reseda Blvd., Unit 11, Northridge
Checkmat Northridge is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu spot.
This new business offers fundamental and advanced small group jiu-jitsu classes with a maximum of 15 students. View the class schedule here.
Checkmat Northridge currently holds five stars out of three reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Marcus K., who reviewed Checkmat Northridge on June 20, wrote, "Great gym! Coach Arnaldo's [Brazilian jiu-jitsu] is a different level. He is a great and detailed coach and great with kids too."
Alex S. noted, "Awesome school. Great students and an excellent instructor — Arnaldo is the best. Come try it out."
Checkmat Northridge is open from 7 a.m.–8 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m.–3:00 p.m. on weekends.
JT Ballroom Dance Studio
18928 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana
JT Ballroom Dance Studio is a dance studio.
This new business specializes in dance instruction in a welcoming environment. From private lessons to group classes, this spot will teach you how to move on the dance floor.
JT Ballroom Dance Studio's current Yelp rating of five stars out of two reviews indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Pat M., who reviewed JT Ballroom Dance Studio on May 12, wrote, "Jim and Tania have opened what has to be the best studio in town. Fabulous location on Ventura Blvd, friendly atmosphere, skilled teachers, spacious floor, new friends, reasonable prices and a million other good things."
Alexander A. noted, "Jim and Tania [are] highly professional and passionate about what they do... If you [are] thinking where to go to take your first lesson — do it with Jim and Tania. They are truly the best!"
JT Ballroom Dance Studio is open from 1 p.m.–10 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
The Studio MDR
9901 Washington Blvd., Suite 103, Palms
The Studio MDR is a gym and Pilates spot.
The Studio MDR offers a Pilates-inspired workout. On the menu, expect to see classes like Intro to MDR, Total Body and All About Abs. See a list of class descriptions here.
With a five-star Yelp rating out of 10 reviews on Yelp, The Studio MDR has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Len N., who was one of the first users to visit The Studio MDR on June 14, wrote, "This studio and workout is one of the best I've ever had, and definitely the best Pilates (Lagree) studios in Los Angeles. The classes are always challenging but the teachers are so helpful and provide modifications for those who need it."
June P. noted, "Friendly instructors. Effective workout. Fun environment. Nice equipment and space overall. A bit pricey of classes but worth the investment in yourself."
The Studio MDR is open from 6 a.m.–8 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday, 5 a.m.–7 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, 6 a.m.–5 p.m. on Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m.–2 p.m. on Sunday.
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