THE FIT IN: STRONG · BED-STUY
Kettlebell & Strength Training in Bed-Stuy
Real strength, coached with care. Kettlebells, dumbbells and TRX at 423 Marcus Garvey Blvd, between Halsey and Macon.
Strong for the life you actually live
The Fit In: Strong is our strength studio, right across Marcus Garvey Blvd from Pilates Reformed. We coach kettlebells, dumbbells and TRX with the same attention to form we're known for in Pilates, so you build strength you can use: carrying groceries, climbing stairs, lifting the people you love and keeping your bones strong.
Never lifted before? Good. Start with Strong: Fundamentals. We'll teach you to hinge, squat, press and swing safely, and you'll leave knowing exactly what you're doing and why.
Form first.
Every class is coached. We'd rather you lift well than lift heavy, and then we help you lift heavy well.
No gym anxiety.
Small classes, instructors who know your name, and a room full of people who started exactly where you are.
Strength that lasts.
Muscle and bone are what keep you moving at 40, 50, 60 and beyond. That's what we train for.
Strong: Fundamentals
Start here
Back to the basics: kettlebell form and technique, TRX basics and functional movement. Great for beginners, anyone who wants to keep it simple, and people working around injuries. Sneakers required.
Strong
Functional strength and resistance training. Kettlebells, TRX suspension straps, resistance bands and body weight build strength and a sweat, with continued focus on form and alignment.
At least 5 Strong: Fundamentals classes recommended. Not recommended if you are new to kettlebells.
Stronger
Advanced
Advanced kettlebell technique for building strength, physically and mentally. You'll challenge your muscles and your mind, and leave ready to conquer the world.
Not recommended if you have injuries or are new to kettlebells. You must know how to clean and swing a kettlebell.
More kettlebell classes at our other studios: Pilates Reformed: Strong at Pilates Reformed II, and Pilates Mat: Strong and Lift & Length at Beats & Barres.
Built for the years ahead
After 40, women lose muscle and bone faster, and menopause speeds it up. Strength training is one of the most effective ways to push back. At The Fit In, we coach strength with that in mind: progressive, joint-friendly and focused on the muscle that keeps you independent.
Going through perimenopause or menopause? Read our free guide, Strength Training for Menopause, and download the 4-week plan.
On a GLP-1 or HRT? The Fit In Rx pairs strength training with monthly InBody scans to protect your muscle while you change your body
Not medical advice. Talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
Rookie Offer: 2 classes for $30
New clients only. Use them within 30 days.
First class? Start with the Rookie Offer.
Single Equipment Class
Use for any Pilates Reformed, Chair, or Strong session
5-Class Equipment Pack
$140 ($28 a class, good for 2 months)
10-Class Universal Pack
$250 ($25 a class, any mat or equipment class, good for 3 months)
HSA/FSA eligible through our partnership with Saga Health.
Before your first class…
Check the requirements. Every class here builds on Fundamentals.
Wear sneakers. They're required for all Strong classes. Bring water. We provide kettlebells, dumbbells, TRX and everything else.
Arrive 10 minutes early for your first visit so your instructor can set you up. We hold spots for 5 minutes after start time. After that it counts as a no-show.
Booking opens 7 days ahead at midnight. Popular classes fill fast, so join the waitlist if a class is full. Spots open automatically up to 12 hours before class.
Need to cancel? Give us 12 hours' notice. Late cancellations are $8 and no-shows are $10.
Find us on
Marcus Garvey BLVD
The Fit In: Strong 423 Marcus Garvey Blvd Brooklyn, NY 11216 On Marcus Garvey between Halsey St and Macon St, across the street from Pilates Reformed.
Getting there:
Bus: The B15 stops at Marcus Garvey Blvd and Halsey St.
Subway: A or C to Utica Ave, about a 10-minute walk.
Hours: Open for scheduled classes.
What People Are Saying
“I've never been comfortable working out in groups but [The Fit In] completely changed that for me. I now go 5x a week and can't imagine it not being part of my routine.”
— Larissa L., Google Review“The classes are challenging and rewarding, the schedule has a great balance of morning and evening classes, the prices are good...”
— Mary-Lynn C., Google Review“The instructor was clear, encouraging, and made it comfortable to go at your own pace without feeling pressured.”
— Kristen K., MindBody Review
Black-owned.
Bed-Stuy born.
The Fit In was founded in 2018 by Ife Obi, a Brooklyn native and longtime Bed-Stuy resident, to bring high-quality Pilates and strength training to Central Brooklyn. Today we run four studios within walking distance of each other, and we still put people over profit.
More Fit In studios nearby
Pilates Reformed
410 Marcus Garvey Blvd
Reformer and tower, right across the street.
Pilates Reformed II
248 Patchen Ave
Reformer, Tower, and Chair
Beats & Barres
304 Malcolm X Blvd
Mat Pilates, barre and Pilates chair.
Strong
423 Marcus Garvey Blvd
You’re Here
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Yes. Strong: Fundamentals is built for beginners. We'll teach you the basic movements (hinge, squat, press and carry) with kettlebells, dumbbells and TRX before you add load.
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Yes. Women lose muscle and bone density with age, and faster after menopause. Regular strength training is one of the best ways to slow that down. Talk to your doctor if you have a health condition, and tell your coach about any injuries.
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No. Building noticeable bulk takes years of very specific training and eating. What you'll notice is more strength, better posture and more energy.
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A cast-iron weight with a handle. The shape makes it great for swings, carries and full-body movements that build strength and power together.
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No. Strong is open to everyone. Our community is mostly women, and many of our classes are built with women's strength and bone health in mind, but every body is welcome.
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Sneakers (required) and clothes you can move in. Bring water.
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Yes. Classes are HSA/FSA eligible through our partnership with Saga Health.
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Yes. The Fit In is Black-owned and women-owned, founded in Bed-Stuy in 2018.