This. THIS. This is exactly what I've been looking for in a fitness studio. A challenging workout that changes every day, draws a great group of people, and feels welcome to absolutely anybody who is brave enough to walk through the door in voluntary acceptance of a veritable ass kicking. Nikki - you have made this place into something truly fabulous.
The workouts burn. And sometimes I feel like I'm gonna throw my heart up, just a little bit. And sometimes doing an exercise for a 4th round of a mere 30 second interval makes me want to throw my hands up and say "F*#@ it, I'll be fat." But that is oddly what is so addicting with each hour you spend here. It's challenging, but so fast-paced you don't have time to talk yourself out of squeezing out that extra rep. And you're not the only one turning red and puffing at the cheeks. Looking around the room - NO ONE can make this workout look easy or effortless. We all look like we've been passed through a washing machine. It's a group effort.
Though I also purchased the Groupon deal, I anticpate breezing through my 10 classes pretty quickly and defintely plan on being a full fledged member. When you're already a decently fit person, the marvel of being sore after every workout is priceless.