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August 2021 by Emily
I cannot say enough good things about The Refinery! All the instructors are so genuine and kind, as well as all the clients. I hated going to gyms because I was so self conscious, but The Refinery has such a welcoming atmosphere. The instructors really take the time to teach you correct form to make sure you are working the right muscles and not injuring yourself. The owner, Sheryl, will go out of her way to make sure you are comfortable and happy at this fitness studio! I even had my car break down one time and had to leave it over night in the parking lot, and Sheryl followed up with me the next day to see if I needed anything.
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October 2020 by Tim K.
Whether you're a barre elite or just a newbie looking to get in shape while having a little fun, the Refinery will welcome you in with open arms and show you the ropes! The Refinery is a barre fitness studio that has created a process called BodyREmix: Release. Revive. Retain. to help you sculpt your body in the best and fastest way possible! Their Barre Original classes are one hour low impact workouts that still target the total body. Taking a strong influence from ballet, yoga, and pilates, barre is about performing small movements to strengthen muscles that you didn't know you had! Every strength segment is followed by a brief stretch to soothe your muscles and limit soreness. On my last visit, Sheryl Webster, the instructor and the business owner, took us through a tough but fun Barre Original workout set to some upbeat music that kept you pushing through the pain! I was so glad to see both seasoned barre athletes and rookies like myself out there! I thought I was at least mildly in shape before taking the class, but I was suffering from a special level of soreness that I didn't know was possible afterwards. I can certainly attest to how good of a workout barre is! You may become addicted, since they make it hard to go back to boring ole weight lifting! Seriously, give a barre class a try!
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July 2020 by Angie Crowder Wyche
Love this place! It's wonderfully clean and instructors are awesome!
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July 2020 by Christie Powis Homola
I cannot say enough about The Refinery
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July 2020 by Tom Paterson
Great local folks who care and know their clients, check them out I’m sure you’ll love it!
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March 2020 by Janice W.
Wow! Yes! Great place to be! Great instructors, great music, clean space. There are two bathrooms and one even have a shower. I love it here, I walk away feeling good after every class. Good vibes here Update 3/12/20 I still love it here! While it may be easy to make a first good impression, it is more difficult to sustain it and they have sustained it in all ways, earning my trust and loyalty. They are willing to work things out , respect you, and are open to receiving feedback. I think the best woman in Tallahassee can be found here! I feel happy to be a member at this place , and I plan to continually join Refinery as long as I'm in Tallahassee!
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January 2020 by Samantha Mcclellan
I LOVE The Refinery! All of the instructors do such a great job and make the atmosphere really welcoming. Sheryl, the owner, is the best! I am so glad I found this hidden gem. I have already lost 20 pounds and 4 pants sizes from the toning and cardio I get from the exercises. It is dance inspired, but you are actually not dancing at all! The exercises focus on burning the muscles out to build strength. And they are very low impact so anyone can do them, even with existing injuries! I honestly recommend The Refinery to all of my friends! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!
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January 2020 by Hannah E.
honestly this is the first workout facility i have been to where i have been able to see physical changes in my body composition as well as my strength! i have been passionate about fitness my entire life but Refinery changed it all. i had a bad knee due to a lack of quad strength and this is where i was able to overcome that setback! i now am able to run, ski, and everything else i had struggled with before.
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December 2018 by Jillian B.
I began my journey with The Refinery Barre Fitness Studio one year ago. Very satisfied. My favorite Barre Studio in Tallahassee!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! My initial thoughts were hesitant and scared at first because I've taken Barre Classes that have been extremely hardcore and excessively hard. *However, when met Sheryl (the studio's owner) she was happy for me to be there and to try it out. She helped me understand the mental and physical aspect of Barre by really focusing on form/posture. She makes an effort to get to know everyone by name - and that itself makes you feel special and apart of the studios family. All the instructors are great at explaining each move in detail including how it is suppose to feel. Demonstrations on everything so that new comers to the class can follow along by watching. Also, each instructor will verbally making adjustments tips as well as willing to give specific feedbacks and adjustments to form. I seriously LOVE LOVE LOVE this local tally barre studio because I understand what I am doing! I feel safe to ask for help. Everyone (staff and customers) are like a family! It is really nice to come into a studio where everyone's super friendly from the minute you walk in. The workouts are fantastic!!! I'm pretty sore the following few days but that doesn't stop me from coming back in and attending another class! The studio itself is located in the heart of midtown, great location. It is a perfect size. The studio has enough room for each person to have their own spot at the barre. Annnddd.... Plentiful parking in front of the studio!!! :)
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December 2018 by Renee Ji
Amazing place with really experienced and patient instructors. They know when and how to help you to make progress while keeping safe and free from injuries. It is smaller class size compared to many of the studios in market so the instructors could make sure everyone is doing it in the right posture for every pose - you don't get that often in Singapore! They are very patient so I feel very comfortable and calm here. And youn tell that all facilities are carefully picked for the quality. P.S. the place also has a nice "borrowed" view!
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December 2018 by jackie b
The refinery is a locally owned barre and fitness studio. The owner Sheryl is friendly and knowledgeable. She goes above and beyond for her clients. The instructors are energetic. They push you to go further because they know you can do it and the results will be worth it. The refinery is not only the best barre studio in town but a second family.
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December 2018 by Justine Roig
The instructors are very helpful and friendly. I love how each class is always different and I always feel like I am getting a great workout! I have been to many barre studios and this one definitely stood out to me. I love being a client of such an awesome studio!
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December 2018 by Kristina Goodman
The Refinery is an awesome workout studio that offers a range of barre workouts to yoga and stretching to cardio classes that show results! The classes are always fun and different and the instructors are extremely kind and helpful! They use an app to schedule and view classes so it makes signing up extremely easy!! You also get your first week FREE which is really awesome because it allows you to try out all the classes before purchasing a membership! Definitely try The Refinery if you haven't, you will surely love it!!!
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December 2018 by Kaylla Futch
Amazing workout with an even more amazing staff! Been going for almost 7 months and cannot brag enough about how fantastic I look and feel. This place is not just another place to workout. You are always welcomed and loved on by the staff and clients when you walk in! Feels like home!
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December 2018 by Kate Storhoff
I went to classes at The Refinery for almost three years before moving away from Tallahassee and loved it. The owner and instructors are incredibly welcoming people who genuinely care about their customers (this is why small local businesses are the best). I initially started going to The Refinery because I hoped barre would complement my half marathon training; even after I stopped distance running I continued to go to barre because I loved how strong I'd become.There is so much variety in the classes offered at this studio, but every class is rooted in the same principles of pushing yourself and working hard while never going beyond what you're physically able to do. If you have an injury or health condition, the instructors accommodate you by finding modifications. The barre original classes are perfect if you've never tried barre before, but they continue to challenge you as you get stronger. The cardio classes are super fun, even if you don't typically enjoy cardio. The stretch and flex/barre flow classes are great for relaxing while still challenging you. But even if you go to barre original every day, you'll never take the same class twice!
