Best music-focused fitness studios in the United States

Across the United States, the studios that attract the most enthusiastic member feedback in the music category share one quality: instructors who treat the playlist as essential to the experience, not optional. From Orange County Pilates to Jacksonville cycling, these ten venues have risen to the top of ClassPass member rankings through consistent praise for how sound shapes every class.

Top 10 studios for music-driven classes in the United States

These ten US studios led the country when it came to member reviews that specifically highlighted music as a defining part of the session. Ratings reflect verified reviews collected between January 2025 and February 2026.

  1. 1

    MOXI3

    • 4.9
    • 93,617 reviews

    Orange County's premier wellness hub in Costa Mesa combines indoor cycling, group fitness, and personal training under one roof. With 93,617 reviews and 260 specifically mentioning music, no other studio in this nationwide ranking comes close for the volume of music-focused feedback.

    Instructors are praised for fire energy that turns a class into a party and for playlist variety that makes following the beat feel natural. Reviews describe sessions that feel like a genuinely great time, with the music as the reason performance goes up.

    "[Instructor] is amazing! Perfect form, upbeat energy and always great variety in the playlists. Music is super important when it comes to following the beat in a class."
    "WOWWW! Loved [Instructor]'s class so much! The energy was amazing! And the playlist was fire! It truly felt like a fun party rather than a workout!"
    "Best instructor ever, with the best music."
  2. 2

    Breeze Lagree

    • 4.8
    • 36,115 reviews

    Offering 45-minute high-intensity, low-impact Megaformer classes for all levels in Costa Mesa, this studio The classic techniques of planks, lunges, and squats are mixed with unique Lagree exercises to push the full body in every session, and the studio's all-levels policy means first-timers and regulars train in the same space.

    With 164 music-specific reviews, Breeze Lagree has earned a wide reputation for playlists that are fire, and for instructors whose music choices are so good they are mentioned in the same breath as the correction quality and the warmth of the coaching. Reviews describe instructors by name for their energy, their music, and their personality as a complete package.

    "Really attentive and knowledgeable instructor! I appreciated the corrections especially and the playlist was fire."
    "Her music is so good and her instruction is ON POINT! Love her classes."
    "[Instructor] is SO GOOD. I love the energy, I love the music, I love the personality."
  3. 3

    Studio X

    • 4.9
    • 31,160 reviews

    Taking classical Pilates and giving it a contemporary edge in Costa Mesa, this studio, using Allegro 2 reformers and a non-traditional class flow with blunt, descriptive cueing to build a real mind-body connection. The modern aesthetic and dope house music are explicitly part of the studio's identity rather than a side note in the marketing.

    Reviews from 96 music-specific mentions confirm that the house music promise is kept. Instructors are praised for playlists that keep you going when your legs want to give out, and for a combination of poppin' music, great instruction, and proper adjustments that make Studio X classes worth coming back for.

    "This class delivers. Expect deep glute burns, serious core activation, and a playlist that keeps you going when your legs want to give out. [Instructor] was high-energy, motivating, and knew exactly how to cue that perfect booty burn."
    "First class with [Instructor] and probably one of my favourite classes with Studio X so far! Really great energy, flow and instruction with proper adjustments. Music was poppin' too."
    "Super fun and challenging class! I really appreciated [Instructor]'s adjustments to make sure I was hitting the right movements."
  4. 4

    Motion Fitness Group

    • 4.9
    • 49,094 reviews

    Built on the belief that a workout should be the highlight of your day, this Laguna Hills studio With classes seven days a week and trainers who combine functional fitness with entertainment, the studio delivers something closer to a performance than a standard group session. The diversity in training styles across the instructor team is a deliberate feature.

    Music at Motion is treated as central to the workout energy, with one instructor earning comparisons to a rapper, dancer, and DJ for the way performance and playlist come together. Reviews describe the music as amazing and the vibe as consistently great, with classes feeling like a reason to push past normal limits.

    "If [Instructor] wasn't a trainer, they could be a rapper, dancer, or DJ. The ultimate morning energy drink!"
    "GOOD ENERGY AND PLAYLIST!"
    "[Instructor]'s class has been my favourite on ClassPass so far. The workout, the music, and the motivation really helped me push myself out of my comfort zone."
  5. 5

    RockSalt Pilates

    • 4.8
    • 36,035 reviews

    Award-winning and built around taking classical Pilates into overdrive in San Jose, this studio by fusing the practice with cardio, resistance training, light weights, and upbeat music. The result is a full-body workout that is described as exhilarating and addictive, with the music explicitly part of the formula rather than incidental to it.

    With 90 music-specific reviews, RockSalt has a strong track record across multiple instructors. Reviews describe playlists that are always fire and motivating, and instructors whose heartwarming and energetic presence is matched by the sound choices they bring to every class.

    "Loved [Instructor]'s class so much. The energy and vibes are so heartwarming and energetic. Best class I've taken yet!"
    "The workout itself is beginner friendly with some challenges, and [Instructor] is so helpful when it comes to correcting form and encouraging you to keep going. The playlists in the background are always fire and motivating."
    "[Instructor] was extremely kind and accommodating, the entire group was really welcoming and motivating. The playlist was AWESOME!"
  6. 6

    The Body Collective

    • 4.7
    • 28,368 reviews

    Keeping class sizes to a maximum of 12 in Costa Mesa, this boutique group fitness studio, making every session feel personal rather than crowded. The boutique studio offers Pilates mat, sculpt, barre, yoga, and yoga sculpt classes, with the small-group format giving instructors room to connect with each person in the room.

    With 136 music-specific reviews, The Body Collective has demonstrated broad and consistent appreciation for its playlists. Reviews describe instructors who always have new fire playlists and a studio where the music is consistently called the best Pilates class experience tried so far, making it a standout in a competitive local market.

    "[Instructor] is the best! I love the series! Always has new fire playlists too! Feel so happy and fit afterwards."
    "[Instructor] was motivating and great at guiding us. The playlist was fire."
    "I loved the playlist! I think this was my favourite Pilates class I've tried so far!"
  7. 7

    Drenched OC (Newport Beach)

    • 4.8
    • 21,722 reviews

    Drenched OC is Newport Beach's heated boutique Pilates experience, blending classical and contemporary reformer work in a club-like atmosphere that makes a demanding session feel like a destination. The infrared heat, the hip vibe, and the reformers combine into something that keeps members coming back even when the work gets hard.

    With 92 music-specific reviews and a clear pattern of instructors praised for amazing music alongside warmth and great energy, Drenched OC has a strong and varied track record. Reviews describe the music as intentional and the flow of class as reflecting that intention, with members feeling the combination working together as a single experience.

    "[Instructor] is one of the best instructors across all studios I've ever been to. The energy is amazing, the music is amazing."
    "I love the heat and I loved the flow of class. I also loved the music. It all felt very intentional."
    "[Instructor] has the best music. So warm and welcoming and gives off great energy all of class."
  8. 8

    Sol Studio Costa Mesa

    • 4.6
    • 35,161 reviews

    Sol Studio in Costa Mesa blends Pilates intensity with dynamic mat movements to build a stronger, leaner body through classes that are engaging and designed to ignite. The studio's identity is built around transformation through every movement, and the vibe here is energetic from the moment class begins.

    With 155 music-specific reviews, Sol Studio has a high-volume music track record built across multiple instructors. Reviews describe amazing music and amazing studios, instructors who have vibes, music, and energy all in one, and first-timers who arrive and leave already planning their return.

    "This class was amazing! The instructions were clear and music was so good!"
    "Amazing music and studio! This was my first time here and I loved it!"
    "My favourite instructor! Vibes, music, energy! She's got it all."
  9. 9

    HiReformance Institute

    • 4.8
    • 32,091 reviews

    Combining power Pilates and indoor cycling into a unique hybrid format in Jacksonville, this institute that delivers serious cardio burn alongside reformer-based core and strength work. The studio is known for fun, high-energy programming that keeps the vibe going throughout the entire class, with instructors who do not let the energy drop.

    With 70 music-specific reviews and consistent praise for instructors whose playlists are always the best, HiReformance has built a music reputation that stretches across its instructor roster. Reviews describe the music as so so fun and the instructors as keeping vibes going the entire time, creating a session where the hour flies by.

    "[Instructor] is the best! Super clear instructions and always has the best music!"
    "[Instructor]'s class was everything I needed! Pushed me hard and the music was so so fun."
    "This class is soooo much fun and an insane cardio burn! The instructor keeps the vibes going the entire time so you genuinely don't want to stop. Really great way to enhance your mood and feel good while getting a killer workout."
  10. 10

    Fortè by Coeur

    • 4.6
    • 43,636 reviews

    A premier mat Pilates and private training studio in Newport Beach focused on precision, breath, and intentional movement, this studio Every session builds strength, enhances mobility, and refines control, making it a studio for people who want results alongside an elevated experience.

    With 199 music-specific reviews, Fortè has a high volume of music-focused feedback despite being a Pilates-first studio. Instructors are praised for the best playlists and for classes that are challenging and hard while always leaving members feeling accomplished. The combination of skilled instruction and great sound makes every session worth showing up for.

    "[Instructor] is amazing! The playlist is so good! The routine was amazing, hitting the entire body. [Instructor] gives you options of modifications that work for everyone and really pushed us to do our best."
    "[Instructor] is an incredible instructor! Keeps great vibes and energy throughout the class."
    "[Instructor] is one of my favourite instructors! The best playlist, classes are challenging and hard but I always feel accomplished leaving."

Rankings are based on an analysis of 406,999 verified member reviews collected between January 2025 and February 2026. Each studio's score reflects its average rating within the 'music' category, weighted by review volume and consistency. Only studios with a minimum threshold of theme-relevant reviews were included in this research.

FAQ

Which US studio has the most music-specific reviews?

MOXI3 in Costa Mesa leads with 260 music-specific reviews across 93,617 total reviews, earning the top spot in this nationwide ranking.

Where are the top music-focused fitness studios concentrated in the US?

The Costa Mesa and Newport Beach area of Orange County dominates this list with five of the ten top-ranked studios, reflecting a strong boutique fitness culture there. Jacksonville, Florida and San Jose, California also appear.

Can I book these US studios through ClassPass?

Yes. All ten studios in this ranking are available through ClassPass. Credits can be applied at the time of booking through the app or website.

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Rank Studio Rating Reviews
1 MOXI3 4.93 93617
2 Breeze Lagree 4.86 36115
3 Studio X 4.9 31160
4 Motion Fitness Group 4.9 49094
5 RockSalt Pilates 4.87 36035
6 The Body Collective 4.79 28368
7 Drenched OC (Newport Beach) 4.86 21722
8 Sol Studio Costa Mesa 4.69 35161
9 HiReformance Institute 4.84 32091
10 Fortè by Coeur 4.6 43636