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Recent reviews
Great vibe — excellent trainers that inspire and well informed — and personal attention.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2024.09.23
Thank you so much, Beth! We appreciate your support!!
So excited to have found this fantastic gym right in the neighborhood. As soon as you walk in, you feel the positive vibes.. There’s a true sense of community here. The owner as well as every staff member that I got to interact with so far have been brilliant! Love getting strong here. 💪🏻🎉🪩
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.15
Shai! We love having you! Thanks for choosing to get stronger with us!!
Love, Love, Love this gym! It was the first thing I did when I moved to Hell's Kitchen, and found a place where I belonged with fun people, smart & caring coaches, and a workout I looked forward too. I'd recommend this for any level, and especially if you're just starting, just moved to NYC, or are looking for a place where you can workout with what feels like friends.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.22
Dani! Thank you so much - we're thrilled to have you as a part of the Ninja Army and are so happy you've found your fitness home with us. <3
Update for October 10th, 2026:
If it is possible to truly enjoy exercising with other people, this is the place for that. While it is now Speakeasy of Strength, the vibes are somehow just as good as ever. The trainers here really care about your well being and that you are both maximizing your journey in health, and also not about to injure yourself.
I had a period away from this gym due to travel and medical reasons, but coming back has felt a little bit like coming home. The other people working out here are all excellent humans, and the community efforts here are lovely. I hope to continue to get stronger with this crew for a long time to come.
Original review:
I've only been with Mark Fisher Fitness for a month, and it is an excellent experience. The staff and trainers are all so friendly, and they're both kind and will help you push yourself. Their knowledge and skill is impressive, and I feel safe and supported when I'm there. I've only done the Small Group Personal Training sessions, and I love them so much. The other members are all friendly, and are all there to lift heavy things too. It is a good space, where I'm learning so much about what my body can do, and how far I can go. Props to all the trainers for making the place so welcoming and awesome.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2025.07.09
Clariiiiice, this is amazing praise! Thank you for sharing your experience with the world, and for being such a bad-*ss addition to our Dragon Lair fam! Keep up the amazing work!
Speakeasy of Strength is my go-to whenever I need to get back on track after falling off. They are so welcoming, in a light, non-gym like setting, they are still serious about fitness and getting you to get back on track. So many great people there (both trainers, staff and members). If a normal gym isn't for you, give this place a shot.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.12
Thanks Colby! You're the best!
This place has been my fitness home for 12 years. It’s like nowhere else in the city. The most positive and affirming fitness space, expert coaches that lead with personality and positivity. If you want serious fitness with an incredible community, this is the place.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.12
OooooooOOOOoooohhhHHH Hiiiiiiiiiiiii
So happy you call us home, Alex! <3
So happy you call us home, Alex! <3
I became a member in 2018 and haven’t looked back since. The trainers, the members, the environment. The community overall is full of support and encouragement and is what keeps me coming back even after taking the last few months off.
Coming back always reminds me why I love being there and getting strong in a safe welcoming environment.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.12
Marsha!! Thank you so much - we're so glad we get to be the place you get stronger in!
Same location, new management, and it shows!
I’ve been training at this location since 2016, and it’s still my favorite gym in Hell’s Kitchen, just a few minutes’ walk from 42nd Street. True to its name, the focus is on getting strong. Whether you’re taking the HIIT-style classes upstairs or weight training downstairs, the coaches are on the floor helping you, not just to get stronger, but to train smarter. They’re great at adjusting workouts to make them more advanced as you learn and progress, so you never plateau.
The space is always clean, and the whole place feels personal rather than corporate, from the coaches to the front desk. Customer service is excellent.
But the best part is the community. Everyone’s welcoming and supportive, and it’s the reason I keep coming back. If you’re looking for a gym in Hell’s Kitchen or Midtown West with real coaching and a place where you feel like part of something, this is it. Highly recommend!
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2020.10.27
We've missed seeing your sexy face in person, Chris, but are so jazzed we get to keep working out with you from home, Chris. Thanks for always being so supportive of MFF!
I have been a member of the Speakeasy community for the past 10 years. Speakeasy is more than a gym. It’s a community of caring and committed oddballs who are worth waking up for at 6am everyday. I’m not sure I could start my day any other way.
During the pandemic, the gym held us together with virtual workouts and monthly dance parties over Zoom. The virtual workouts became so popular that they have continued, and are a great option when I cannot make it in person.
If you don’t love a traditional gym, try Speakeasy. It’s where serious fitness becomes fun!
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.12
Will! Thank you so much, you're the best!
Speakeasy of Strength caters to every single individual they come into contact with. I have consistently trusted Speakeasy of Strength with my health and hotness journey since 2013 and there has never been a time when I did not feel taken care of. Speakeasy of Strength's knowledge of fitness is addressed in a way so every individual seeking guidance is able to get the results that they desire (not the results that were imposed on them by society).
Speakeasy of Strength acknowledges all the factors that go into fitness and getting real sustainable results. I have learned how to move beautifully but I have also learned how to recover beautifully. Everyone on staff at Speakeasy of Strength knows exactly who I am as an individual and what cues I respond best to. Training with Speakeasy of Strength means you are a part of a community of people who want you to thrive and succeed. I do not always want to show up to my workouts but every time I do I know I will have community of leaders cheering me on.
I truly have never experienced anything like this magical place and I am constantly being surprised by how Speakeasy of Strength goes above and beyond to meet the needs of their community!
Update July 13, 2021
Returning to an in person fitness class has been one of my favorite things in the post vaccination life. I love that Speakeasy of Strength acknowledges the hard year we have all had and is helping us use the difficult year to create a positive outcome. I am so grateful for the in person cues that I am once again able to receive and so amazing at how helpful each cue helps me get way better than I could on my own.
Update October 16th, 2025
Speakeasy of Strength continues to up-level my growth. The training, guidance, and cheerleading I have received in exactly what I need to continue to grow into a human I love being. I feel. so strong and I notice I have so much energy throughout my long days in NYC. I love training with every single human there! I am always excited to get my next work out in!
Update October 9th, 2026
I just finished a 4 week round of The Speakeasy of Strength's "Fitness Throwdown" It was such a fun way to make fitness feel like a game. I was looking for building more of a community in my fitness world and the Throwdown did exactly that! I feel like my favorite version of myself- not just when I am showing up for my workouts but also all the time in between.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2020.10.30
It's been an honor to go on this journey with you, Nathan! Can't wait to see how you continue to nail it in the years to come;-)
I’ve been going to speakeasy and homebody classes for 5 years - it keeps you coming back! The classes change up each month so it always feels fresh and challenging. The instructors are very knowledgeable and hilarious! It’s always a hard workout that doesn’t feel hard in the moment - you’re laughing too much :) !
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.10
Anne! It's an honor to keep your muscles growing and funny bone tickled!
I have never been a fan of gyms. This gym is truly different. It’s unique, supportive, and singular. The trainers and teachers are all caring and take the time to help your technique. It is a class based membership so it’s not a come work out on your own type of place but I did a free trial and have been hooked ever since. Well worth a trial.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.10
Jason! Thrilled to have you in the Ninja Army!
Rachel was a wonderful coach (ninja!) and gave me great feedback on my form. I would definitely sign up for a class again with Rachel.
This specific class was Dolly Parton themed! The class format was dynamic and easy to follow.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.10.04
Heidi! So glad you enjoyed class! Can't wait to see you on the mat again soon! :D
The people here are so awesome - loving working out here!
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.09.16
Ruchita - YOU'RE awesome! Thank you so much - we're thrilled you're loving working out with us
it is impossible for me to stress how much Mark Fisher Fitness, Now Speakeasy of Strength has changed my life. It's not just a gym, it’s a community. Homebody was borne out of the pandemic to help the members continue their journey in health (and hotness). I have a physical disability that doesn't allow me to do work on a mat - the trainers take good care to give me and others adjustments. even with Zoom workouts they watch your form and make sure you are safe. I work out 6 days a week and I honestly believe it has helped me deal with working from home. It is my joy at the end of the day.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2021.01.26
Watching you crush it six days a week is nothing short of a privilege. We are so floored by your commitment and excellence, Rina!
You simply will not find a gym with trainers more invested in your physical fitness than Speakeasy of Strength. I've been a member since it's first iteration in 2015 and have never even entertained the thought of going elsewhere. These folks are smart, experienced, humble, and hilariously fun! No matter what condition or injury you're dealing with, they've got your back to help you get into tiptop shape. Truly THE BEST!
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.08.12
Susan - YOU'RE truly the best! Thank you!
I have never enjoyed working out in a traditional way and used to just get a random gym membership to run on the treadmill and never really knew what else to do at a gym. I never knew how strong I was until I found Speakeasy and this community. The energy in class is always positive and playful- and you really get a great workout from awesome coaches. I feel so confident now about form and can lift heavy stuff!! The motto of getting 1% better sets the tone- show up and do what you can to make at least one step in a positive direction. I always leave class feeling better than when I stepped inside. It really is a safe and accepting place to be a part of - and not your typical boring gym experience which really has made all of the difference for me.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2026.08.12
Cassandra! Thank you so much! We love you
I’m 59. 14 years of classes here. This is my church. This is part of my community. Do you want an amazing workout in an accepting, kind, and DIFFERENT gym. It’s here. Come try. You be the judge. You’ll be welcomed.
Reply from Speakeasy of Strength
2022.10.20
We love you Darren. Thank you for believing in and supporting us for so many years!!
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