It's been a little over a year since I began my membership with Mad Power.
I can safely say, this is the best group fitness concept that I have ever experienced or even heard about. Most classes are high intensity in an average of 90°. Some are more, some are less.
The workouts are fantastic and paired with a non-wisconsin, healthy diet, can really transform your body. You have to put in the work, but MP's instructors and personal trainers really care about their members and their personal goals.
In true Wisconsin fashion, there is a members only bar located in the lobby of the facility that recently began offering protien smoothies and healthy snacks, along with shots, wine and beer. It is an incredibly welcoming atmosphere. Pedicure are offered now too (sounds like it's by appointment only - hopefully this will change as the service gets more regular clientele). Personal training is also available by the majority of the instructors. Locker rooms are pristine, with all of the accommodations available (shampoo to body wash to hair dryers).
You still have to take your shoes off in the entryway and the workouts are done on yoga mats barefoot.
Unfortunately, this is my last month in Madison. I am so thankful for my membership and time here at MP. Looking forward to the coming growth of the company.