Epoc Studios — Local services in Boston

I was introduced to this Studio through one of the owners, Kris. I had worked with him for a while doing one-on-one personal training. After taking a hiatus for a while, Kris reached out to let me know about Epoc Studios. Since I had been doing 1:1 training for so long, I was admittedly a little skeptical about how much I would like (and thrive) in a group workout setting. As it turns out, great! The studio is always clean and in order. For everything you get in exchange, the membership cost is a steal! The workouts are always challenging and interesting--which was a really important criteria for me because i tend to get bored easily. The circuits are easy to understand too--there is a visual example displayed on a tv that is backed-up by the verbal instruction of the trainers, reinforcing how to do the techniques correctly. The groups are small--4 or 5 max. The studio space is small, but I never feel crowded and the equipment is laid out smartly to maximize space and create efficiency between movements. I have been working out there for a bit now and I thoroughly enjoy it. In addition to having plenty of convenient workout times, I've gotten to workout with people of all ages and workout backgrounds (everyone from beginners to intermediate to maybe those that might consider themselves athletes). My favorite part though, are the trainers. I've had a chance to take a class with all three of them separately and I can't say enough good things about them as a group and individually. They are so positive, supportive, encouraging and knowledgeable. They really meet you where you are in your workout journey and are committed to helping you meet your short and long term goals. No matter what you want to accomplish (weight loss, increased strength, building muscle), you can trust that you will achieve it...

Look at the length and quality of reviews; this place is awesome. I am so glad I was referred to Epoc, as it's been perfect for my fitness goals.

The classes are small (6p max) and covid-conscious. The 45m workout is demanding, but the format (Three 4-stage circuits with three reps each stage; 40s on/20s off each stage. 3x12m/circuit + warmup/cooldown totals 45m) keeps it interesting and engaging. There's a different focus each day of the week (Wed upper+core, Sat full body unilateral, etc) and the exercises change every month to keep things fresh - as soon as you feel you've mastered a circuit, they change things up. I usually get bored easily at the gym; Epoc has provided the most engaging workouts I've seen in a group setting and that's a big part of the appeal!

The trainers are wonderful and take the time to understand your individual goals & limitations then coach to them for a personalized workout; you get the level of attention that you want (they’re very receptive – just tell them what you want, and what you don't want!) tailored to the areas that you want (form, cardio focus, strength focus, etc). The clientele has also been amazing to meet and work with.

My time at Epoc has been a highlight of 2021 for me: Great workouts with tangible results, fantastic and caring trainers, and great classmates....

The circuit exercises are easy and fun, but you will also get a great workout. Kyle and Tatiana are easy to work with and have the perfect temperament to instruct you no matter where you are on your fitness journey. I worked out with weights in the same gym down the street for 30 years, but I was getting really bored and needed a change. The circuit exercises in rotation made me work up a sweat to a level I have never, ever experienced before. It made me wonder how effectual my previous endeavors were.

The space itself is really well done and very cool looking. The long and narrow configuration of the space concerned me at first, but it actually works really well and serves to help separate people. Kyle and Tatiana are also constantly keeping surfaces clean , which was very reassuring for me. That said a lot to me.

Boston is not an easy place to park and the South End is no exception. But EPOC is on a stretch of Washington St that almost always has an open parking meter. So traveling to EPOC by car is a fairly easy thing to do considering you’re in Boston.

If you’re in the market for a circuit/class sort of workout, I recommend you...