Whether it’s yoga, Pilates, Zumba, rumba or Crossfit, get in shape with other like-minded individuals. Group workouts — or, as some may call it, group suffering — are a great way to find a supportive community of fellow health-focused movers.
The 2025 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is F45 Training Corte Madera (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Fitness Class picks see below.
Our 2025 Fitness category sponsor is Club Evexia. View the rest of the Fitness category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern, Central and Northern Marin.
Southern
Mill Valley
Central
Corte Madera – Fairfax – Greenbrae – Larkspur – San Rafael
Northern
Novato
Southern Marin
BodyByBinay
Mill Valley
Binay Curtis energizes clients through her enthusiastic and holistic approach to health and wellness, with training sessions available for both individuals and groups. She offers virtual and in-person HIIT classes, live or recorded, nutritional reboot programs and carefully curated and delicious Bounty Bags. Additionally, she has an app that incorporates all of her programming to ensure easy use.
Club Evexia
Mill Valley
Set on Richardson Bay, Club Evexia is a luxury fitness and wellness center that offers strength and cardio training, group classes, and both an indoor and outdoor workout area.
100 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, 415.729.0046
Hot Yoga Republic Mill Valley
Mill Valley
Whether it’s Lori Holscher’s popular 6am Hot Pilates class or any of the other classes, the new location in Strawberry is an instant success, check out their reviews. Hot Yoga Republic offers power yoga, hot pilates and Bikram style classes, in addition to special events such as posture clinics and sound baths.
Strawberry Village, 800 Redwood Hwy Frontage Rd, Ste 804 Mill Valley, 415.300.6533
Internal Fire Pilates
Mill Valley
For those that need flexibility in their workout routines, Internal Fire Pilates provides private lessons, duets and small group classes — both online and in-person. Their Mill Valley studio also includes various fitness aids such as the ladder barrel, step barrel, arm chair and Ped-o-Pull.
457 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, 415.360.3008
Just B Fitness
Mill Valley
Located in Mill Valley, Just B Fitness offers a variety of outdoor exercise classes, either live or previously recorded. The goal of these classes is to maintain physical fitness while enjoying an engaging class in a fun, outdoor environment. Just B Fitness is changing the narrative that exercise is work and pain, and instead defining it is a baseline aspect of everyday life.
498 Sycamore Ave, Mill Valley
Orangetheory Mill Valley
Mill Valley
This nationwide fitness titan might be a larger chain, but Orangetheory’s popularity is a testament to its effectiveness. Its three-step method of rowing, cardio and strength training presents a structured and sustainable approach that does something for everyone without burning them out.
Strawberry Village, 750 Redwood Highway Frontage Rd Suite 1214, Mill Valley, 415.433.1200
Pure Barre Mill Valley
Mill Valley
With quick 50-minute or less classes, Pure Barre located in Strawberry Village is a great place for beginners to get their start without being thrown right in the deep end. Their classes are musically driven, and all about low-impact and high-intensity movements to strengthen you physically and mentally. They also offer various pop-up events, so keep an eye out for those.
Strawberry Village, 800 Redwood Hwy Suite 616, Mill Valley 415.381.1130
The Yard at Tam Junction
Mill Valley
The Yard at Tam Junction is weight training without the wait – when you “Go Yard,” you’re reserving exclusive hourly access to their workout pods equipped with your very own rack, plates and bench. From small group classes to Marin’s best independent personal trainers, the Yard is accessible to all fitness levels and works with clients to achieve their goals. The Yard experience is all around high quality, with all the other kettlebells and whistles you’d hope for!
215 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, 415.212.8739
Central Marin
BODYROK
Corte Madera
BODYROK promises that they can do in 45 minutes what other classes take 60 minutes to do. Their hybrid pilates method is all about sculpting the body, with lunging, squeezing, jumping and more designed to keep your muscles constantly engaged and leave you walking out with energy to spare.
47 Tamal Vista Blvd # E, Corte Madera, 415.548.1339
Cue the Core
San Rafael
Opened in November 2023, San Rafael’s downtown Cue the Core expands on the idea of a traditional pilates studio. What truly sets Cue the Core apart is their dedication to nurturing the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. Their philosophy goes beyond just a great workout; it’s about fostering balance and overall well-being. Their studio transcends a typical fitness space, offering a sanctuary for those seeking a comprehensive self-care approach.
1327 4th St, San Rafael, 415.889.0854
FITLAB Strong
Fairfax
Founded by Marin-based personal trainer Val Harbidge, FITLAB Strong provides a supportive environment for strength training and overall wellness. Offers 70 large group classes a week, including Les Mills formats, TRX, indoor cycle, yoga and more, there’s something for everyone.
711 Center Blvd, Fairfax, 415.785.3026
Fit Club for Women
Corte Madera
An appointment-based health and wellness studio specializing in small group personal training, private sessions, and specialized classes. Fit Club for Women fosters a supportive community to help women achieve their fitness goals.
30 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, 415.877.1621
F45 Training Corte Madera
Corte Madera
F45 Training Corte Madera offers high-energy, 45-minute functional HIIT workouts that blend strength, cardio and core training in a dynamic, team-based environment. With expert coaching, innovative programming and a supportive community, F45 Corte Madera is where consistency meets results. Whether you’re just getting started or leveling up, every workout is designed to challenge and support you — no matter your fitness level.
1508 Redwood Hwy, Corte Madera, 415.800.2066
F45 Training San Rafael
San Rafael
Located on 3rd Street, F45 Training San Rafeal offers high-energy, 45-minute functional HIIT workouts that blend strength, cardio and core training in a dynamic, team-based environment. With expert coaching, innovative programming and a supportive community.
Montecito Plaza 239 3rd St, San Rafael, 415.858.6989
Heather Leigh Fit for Life
San Rafael
Heather Leigh is a holistic trainer who focuses on multidimensional fitness from strength training to yoga. She’s led retreats around the world in both of these disciplines and now hosts these classes in her studio alongside pilates, HIIT and more. Heather works with clients to improve their bodies and minds, connecting their physical health to their spirituality.
777 Grand Ave Ste 104B, San Rafael, 415.235.8747
Hot Yoga Republic San Rafael
San Rafael
When Jessica Smith and Kathryn Keown opened Hot Yoga Republic in 2021, they set out on a mission to change the standards around hot yoga. Hot Yoga Republic offers power yoga, hot pilates and Bikram style classes, in addition to special events such as posture clinics and sound baths.
4050 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, 415.300.6533
NOW Power Yoga
Corte Madera
Despite the heat, name and attire, the classes at Now Power Yoga aren’t like other traditional yoga classes. With the mission to build a stronger, healthier and kinder community. Founder Susan Hauser has created a following by combining the spiritual awareness of yoga with the character-building discipline and positive energy of traditional workouts.
59 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera, 415.891.3764
Orangetheory Greenbrae
Greenbrae
This nationwide fitness titan might be a larger chain, but Orangetheory’s popularity is a testament to its effectiveness. Its three-step method of rowing, cardio and strength training presents a structured and sustainable approach that does something for everyone without burning them out.
230 Bon Air Ctr, Greenbrae, 415.481.0876
Pilates ProWorks
Corte Madera
Pilates ProWorks offers classes on custom-built FitFormers, providing low-impact workouts suitable for all fitness levels. Founded in 2009 by husband and wife team Oscar Sanin and Taylor Carter, Pilates ProWorks is a result of a journey to create the best Pilates machine on the market.
11 1st St, Corte Madera, 415.758.7003
Pure Barre San Rafael
San Rafael
With quick 50-minute or less classes, Pure Barre is a great place for beginners to get their start without being thrown right in the deep end. Their classes are musically driven, and all about low-impact and high-intensity movements to strengthen you physically and mentally. They also offer various pop-up events, so keep an eye out for those.
315 3rd St, San Rafael, 415.295.7590
Skaar Fitness
Larkspur
Skaar Fitness’ motto is “Work hard, train hard, play hard” and they’re here to help you reach those three goals. Their workouts might be a high-energy challenge that goes beyond what’s typically offered, but the results can’t be denied. If you’re looking to truly revitalize your body (or want to chase that elusive six-pack), this is the place for you.
1106 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, 415.847.6861
The Dailey Method Fairfax
Fairfax
The Dailey Method begins with the spine — proper alignment, balance assistance and strengthening those all-important core muscles. They’re here to help you work smarter, not harder, getting real results without having to spend hours pointlessly grinding away on a treadmill.
1599 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax, 415.526.3058
The Dailey Method Larkspur
Larkpsur
The Dailey Method in Larkspur follows the same protocol of their Fairfax location. The classes begin with the spine — proper alignment, balance assistance and strengthening those all-important core muscles. They’re here to help you work smarter, not harder, getting real results without having to spend hours pointlessly grinding away on a treadmill.
244 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, 415.927.1133
Northern Marin
CrossFit Novato
Novato
If you’re looking for a workout routine that’s tailored to your goals, CrossFit’s tailored program is going to be just the thing. They’re here to understand what you’re hoping to achieve as well as what’s setting you back, with trainers that are committed to creating relationships instead of just ticking boxes.
7427 Redwood Blvd #2456, Novato, 707.812.5167
F45 Training Novato
Novato
Located on 3rd Street, F45 Training San Rafeal offers high-energy, 45-minute functional HIIT workouts that blend strength, cardio and core training in a dynamic, team-based environment. With expert coaching, innovative programming and a supportive community.
Vintage Oaks, 140 Vintage Way Suite G13, Novato 415.858.8467
Orangetheory Novato
Novato
This nationwide fitness titan might be a larger chain, but Orangetheory’s popularity is a testament to its effectiveness. Its three-step method of rowing, cardio and strength training presents a structured and sustainable approach that does something for everyone without burning them out.
975 Diablo Ave, Novato, 415.761.1119
Pure Barre Novato
With quick 50-minute or less classes, Pure Barre is a great place for beginners to get their start without being thrown right in the deep end. Their classes are musically driven, and all about low-impact and high-intensity movements to strengthen you physically and mentally. They also offer various pop-up events, so keep an eye out for those.Vintage Oaks 208 Vintage Way, Novato 415.985.2900
Mobile Business
Body By Buresh
County-wide
For 18 years, Bianca Buresh has transformed lives through her passion for fitness. With her brand, Body By Buresh, she offers personalized coaching, small group sessions and online classes, all tailored to busy lifestyles. Known for helping women — especially moms — regain confidence post-babies. From Reset Retreats to her compassionate, energetic style, Bianca proves fitness is for everyone and knows how to make you fall in love with it.
The Power with Grace
County-wide
In her signature Stop Drop and Dance class, Grace Yu has created a community of dancers who prioritize not only physical health and exercise, but also mental and emotional health. This easy-to-follow, cardio dance workout is choreographed to favorite pop and hip-hop songs, and is a safe, non-judgmental place for individuals to experience joy and happiness.
Multiple locations and online
Fitness Sponsor
Club Evexia
Club Evexia is a luxury fitness, wellness and social club in Southern Marin. Set on the water overlooking beautiful Richardson Bay, the club offers state-of-the-art fitness equipment, over 70 group classes a week and amazing social gatherings and events that promote connection and community.
Club Evexia | Mill Valley | 415.729.0046 | ClubEvexia.com
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