Frequently asked questions
Before your first visit, the same questions almost always come up: when we're open, how a trial session works, and who explains what to do on the equipment. Here are the answers.
Opening hours
Seven days a week open
During the week we open at 6:00 AM and close at 11:00 PM; on weekends the area is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. There's the most space early before work and late afterwards.
When you can train
- Monday–Friday
- 06:00–23:00
- Saturday–Sunday
- 08:00–20:00
Trial sessions and initial consultations take place by appointment – just call or write to us.
First appointment
From the call to your first set
We arrange a trial session by phone at +49 30 23125103 or by e-mail. That way, someone from the team is available for you at the appointment and the equipment is ready.
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Arrange an appointment
You call or write to us, and we hold a time slot for you. A preferred day and time of day are enough for us to make a suggestion.
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Initial consultation at the studio
We ask about your history, any issues, your available time and your goal. From this it becomes clear whether machine training, courses or a mix makes sense.
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Instruction on the equipment
Every machine is adjusted for you, the movement is shown once without weight and then practised together. We note the seat settings for next time.
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Complete your trial session
You train your first round under supervision. Afterwards, you decide at your own pace whether and with which membership you'd like to continue.
Course sign-up
Courses are booked in advance
Every course has a fixed number of participants so the trainer can see each person's posture. The list for the coming week is on the counter and is filled in there.
Secure your spot
Sign up at the counter or by phone at +49 30 23125103. If you can't make it after all, just cancel – then someone from the waiting list takes your place.
Start on time
Arrive a few minutes before the course starts so your mat and equipment are ready. The warm-up at the start is part of the course and can't be made up later.
First time joining
Let the instructor know in advance. They'll show you the basic position and the easier variation of each exercise.
Courses at a glance
Which formats we offer, how long a session lasts and who it's suited for – all of this is on the courses page.
The weekly schedule
You'll find all sessions with times and the course room in the schedule. We update it as soon as anything changes.
Prefer to start alone
If you'd rather get started without a group, begin with machine training and join a course later.
Nobody starts at the top here
If you haven't trained in years, you'll start with us with light weights and few exercises. We only increase once the movement is clean – that's decided not by the calendar, but by your form.
See how to get back into trainingMembership
Advice belongs in the studio
We'll work out which membership suits you on site, and only after the trial session – once you know the area, the equipment and your realistic time budget.
Trial session first, then decide
- You get to know the facility, equipment and team before committing
- The initial conversation shows whether machines, classes or coaching suit you
- The advice is tailored to your actual available time
- Requires a scheduled appointment and around 90 minutes
Consultation without training beforehand
- Quick and simple: you come to the front desk during opening hours
- All terms and contract lengths are explained to you
- You haven't tried the equipment yourself yet
- The training plan is only created later, at your first session
The six most common questions
- How does the trial session work? The trial session takes place by appointment, so a trainer can be there for you the whole time. First, we talk for about 20 minutes about your daily routine, any pre-existing conditions and your goal. After that, we go through the equipment area together, adjust seat height, lever lengths and weights on the first machines to suit you, and you train a round under guidance. Finally, we clarify any open questions. Plan for about 90 minutes in total.
- I haven't trained in years. Is that a problem? No, returning trainees are the norm for us. We start with a few basic exercises on guided machines, where the machine defines the movement path – this is easier to learn than free weight training. In the first few weeks, the weights deliberately stay low, because tendons and ligaments need more time to adapt than muscles. After about six to eight weeks, we adjust the plan together.
- When is the studio quietest? We're open Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. It's busiest between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm on weekdays. If you want to train undisturbed, come early in the morning, around midday, or after 9:00 pm – that's when the machines and changing rooms are nearly empty.
- How often should I come per week? To start, two sessions a week with at least one rest day in between are enough; this is manageable for working people, and your body gets time to recover. If you want to progress faster, train three times a week. A machine-based workout with us takes about 45 to 60 minutes, and most classes last 45 minutes. We don't recommend more than four sessions a week for beginners.
- Do I need to sign up for classes? Yes, classes have limited spots and are reserved in advance – at the front desk or by phone. The current class schedule is posted in the studio and available on the Class schedule page. If you can't make it on short notice, please cancel so the spot can go to someone on the waiting list. As a beginner, it's best to start with a class at a low intensity level.
- What determines the cost of membership? The fee depends on the contract term and whether you'd like additional personal coaching at regular intervals. There's also a one-time fee for creating your training plan. We provide specific figures during an in-person consultation, since we first want to understand what you actually need. A consultation doesn't commit you to anything.
First appointment
What belongs in your bag
You don't need much for your trial session. Arrive ten minutes before your appointment so there's time to change before the conversation begins.
- Sports shoes with a clean sole that you haven't worn outside
- Comfortable workout clothing that lets you bend and stretch freely
- A towel for the equipment padding – this is required with us
- A water bottle; you can refill water at the studio
- A padlock for the locker, if you have one
- Notes from your doctor regarding any exertion limits, if applicable
Still have questions?
We're happy to clarify anything else in person at the studio.