MOVE EAST

Fantastic experience: A great workout and wonderful friendly people!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic place! Fantastic people! Sophie is a great instructor too.

Fantastic experience: Lovely class with Julia, she really makes my toes curl. Not only is she so positive and electric , full of energy, but her smile brightens up the darkest of rooms!! Thank you Julia, you make me feel closer to god and seen!

Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough great things about MoveEast! The space is so positive and welcoming and the staff/instructors are absolutely wonderful!!! MoveEast has changed my relationship with exercise entirely and I couldn’t be more grateful! I love that there are so many different types of classes offered, each class is quick and efficient, the instructors are very knowledgeable and the community itself is just so uplifting! I love MoveEast!!

Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough great things about MoveEast! The space is so positive and welcoming and the staff/instructors are absolutely wonderful!!! MoveEast has changed my relationship with exercise entirely and I couldn’t be more grateful! I love that there are so many different types of classes offered, each class is quick and efficient, the instructors are very knowledgeable and the community itself is just so uplifting! I love MoveEast!!

Fantastic experience: Move East is an incredibly welcoming environment and a fantastic community - more than just fitness classes! They offer a variety of classes all from one location, making it convenient and fun. Their class selection has something for everyone and they are always open to feedback and ideas for exciting new themes and opportunities to move!

Fantastic experience: The Move East community is truly amazing, filled with talented instructors, amazing members and female lead who fully embodies supporting community within and outside the gym walls. With just opening in Halifax months before the pandemic the studio had its work cut out for it but has been there for its members in person, virtual, social-distanced workout squares you name it!! In studio you can expect tons of different class types to get you sweating, don’t sleep on “The Cabin” classes with its inferred heating system making for a spicy workout every time! The range of equipment in “The Field” will introduce you to barbells and squat racks then test your cardio on assault bikes (as they sound) and skiers! If you get a chance to try Move East you won’t regret it!

Fantastic experience: such a comfortable and welcoming environment as a beginner, i started 1:1 sessions with emily about a year ago and she’s so amazing! i cannot express how much i appreciate everything she has helped me overcome and accomplish. more recently i started going to group classes in the field and cabin which really got me out of my comfort zone but im loving the classes i’ve tried so far! all the instructors i’ve taken a class with have been so supportive and encouraging (emily, spencer, necko, helena, paighton, amanda) and i’m looking forward to trying more classes soon the other staff at move east are so friendly and sweet too. everyone has really made this a welcoming space

Fantastic experience: Love the variety of classes (including my the heated Cabin) as well as the instructors at Move East!

Fantastic experience: Love it here :) everyone is so nice and the classes are tough but fun

Fantastic experience: Move East has a great variety of classes at convenient times. The instructors are all fantastic! In addition to there being a lot of different class options, instructors suggest modifications throughout classes for those at different fitness levels to ensure everyone is getting the most out of a class! I always leave happy that I went!

Fantastic experience: Great spot! Clean and well run. The staff are amazing!

Fantastic experience: Had my first class today, the staff were all very kind and the class was great!

Fantastic experience: Before visiting move east I was a total beginner to the gym style fitness world, & newly postpartum, however I was incredibly impressed with the friendly encouraging staff and fresh feeling environment. I really enjoyed the heated experience in the cabin & the facility was really clean! Only bit that would make the experience better is more shower spaces as their is currently only one shower. Most certainly making this studio a regular stop *Update there are 2 shower rooms

Fantastic experience: Coach Dan is the man!

Fantastic experience: I tried Move East with a 1-week intro pass and instantly fell in love with the classes and community. Wanting to weigh my options in the city before investing in a membership, I tried out other class-based gyms. While I enjoyed aspects of those other gyms, I found myself missing Move East the whole time. The classes, staff, space, and vibes are tough to beat. It was an easy decision coming back to sign up full-time and now I can’t imagine my week without it! Love this place and the people who fill it :)

Fantastic experience: my FAVOURITE gym! I love all the classes, and all the coaches are amazing.

Fantastic experience: Been working out here almost few months. Great place to workout. Instructors are knowledgeable and friendly, guide us throughout the session. I recommend to give it a try.

Fantastic experience: Great fitness boutique, good options for aerobic and strength workouts, the best feature being their hot room (called the "Cabin"). They provide equipment for you so it's super beginner friendly, I'd recommend starting with the FLOW-MO yoga course then up your game to the A+B workout. Only downfall is extremely limited changing and showering space (there are only 2 single washrooms for mixed gender use).

Fantastic experience: Attended a free class and loved it. It's a little pricey but the intro offers are great!

Fantastic experience: Move East is the best fitness studio that I have visited. I love that they offer a variety of classes under one membership. Their Cabin classes are my favourite because the the heat feels amazing and the music based moves make class fly by. Staff and members are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism , Quality I absolutely love Move East! Their classes are challenging but the environment so super supportive and welcoming. The fact they offer HIIT/Strength classes AND yoga/low impact is absolutely awesome for a balanced exercise regime.

Fantastic experience: Modern facility, fabulous and knowledgeable Instructors, phenomenal community! Move East offers such an array of classes to suit everyone's desires and goals. The instructors take the time to explain the workouts and offer advice on form and accommodations. Hannah is a wonderful woman and business owner, wearing her heart on her sleeve and striving everyday to make her gym accessible, inspiring and respectful. Happy to have this space in our community!

Fantastic experience: If you're looking for a community feel to your workouts you have to try Move East. You feel part of the team as soon as you walk in the door - even if you don't know anyone else in the room. It is so welcoming and the variety of classes are great. I have yet to try a class I didn't love. All of the trainers are A+ and give great feedback along the way. No matter your fitness level or experience, there is a class and spot for you.

Fantastic experience: All of the instructors are welcoming, and provide a safe space to work out regardless of your fitness level. I can't recommend this gym enough, it has become my "third-space," during a time where a lot of our third spaces were taken away from us. The community, and people at move east have made me feel very welcomed and I hope you consider joining or trying a class.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience with both the mom+babe class (prior to third wave) and the sweat equity class this morning.

Fantastic experience: SUCH a great gym, every single class is different and the instructors are so welcoming and friendly! They constantly challenge and help you meet your fitness goals. Just wish I had found it sooner!

Fantastic experience: This is my favourite place to workout in all of Halifax. Check out their Powerhouse class! All the instructors are super knowledgeable, professional and friendly. I enjoy the variety of classes offered - there’s something for everyone. MoveEast offers a super welcoming environment whether you’re a new client or an unlimited member. I highly recommend checking this place out

Fantastic experience: I love Move East for the variety of workouts (hot yoga, HIIT, low-impact training, mobility, etc.) - it's hard to find a boutique gym in Halifax that has it all. Each workout feels like it's carefully thought out and feels very balanced in terms of working your full body instead of one target area.

Fantastic experience: Amazing community, great class selection and a beautiful gym! It is a very positive space that promotes a healthy balanced lifestyle and community involvement above focusing on inches and pounds. Great for physical and mental health alike!

Fantastic experience: Great owner who really cares about the experience and giving the best of the best!

Fantastic experience: I’ve had memberships to other class style gyms in the city but can honestly say nothing compares to move east. I’ve felt comfortable and part of a community ever since I joined! The instructors take the time to get to know you and genuinely care about making everyone feel welcome. The workouts themselves are challenging (in a good way!) Move East is really the full package and I am happy to be a part of it!

Fantastic experience: I didn't exactly know how I would feel about joining Move East full-time and cancelling my other gym memberships. Once I attended my first class and got a taste of what the community, atmosphere and family was like - I didn't leave myself any other choice. I rarely miss a morning class and I can honestly say that it feels like a little family with the best instructors in the city helping me achieve my sweat goals and to get stronger. I love everything Move East has to offer and have been recommending it to anyone who will listen!

Fantastic experience: Great workout and extremely friendly staff!

Fantastic experience: I bought a 20-class pack at Move East ~6 weeks ago and absolutely love it. Classes are very difficult but doable, and the workout is different every time. Instructors are enthusiastic and motivating and always offer modifications for injuries and to adjust difficulty level. I love being able to access the styles of classes offered in both the cabin and the field in one location. Favourite class = sweat equity!

Fantastic experience: SUCH a great gym, every single class is different and the instructors are so welcoming and friendly! They constantly challenge and help you meet your fitness goals. Just wish I had found it sooner!

Fantastic experience: love move east. super diverse classes, welcoming atmosphere. i can always count on getting a great workout!!

Fantastic experience: The instructors, classes, and members at Move East made it a fantastic gym and community to help keep me motivated, try new exercises and push me to get stronger! If you are looking for a new gym or a few classes to mix up your current routine try Move East!

Positive experience: Had a really good sweat here! I was excited to try this place because of their commitment to community but was disappointed that it was literally, all white people. I was expecting real Halifax community vibes. Overall, awesome workout - the trainer was fierce, motivating and connected with me after class, which I really appreciated since I had felt a bit out of place when I arrived. I would definitely go again if there were more members of the broader community present and maybe some more diverse staff. I’d encourage MoveEast to look at the accessibility of their classes and doing some community hiring so that their staff also represent the ‘community’.

Fantastic experience: Great studio and great sense of community! I especially love the heated classes....great workouts and you can really feel the burn afterwards!

Fantastic experience: The first time I walked into Move East, the owner (Hannah) went out of her way to give me a full tour of the studio. I think this says a lot about the values and goals of Move East! I personally love the A-list and B-list classes and have never been to one where we did the same exercises, they are continually changing it up. I look forward to every time I am able to step into The Cabin! Overall, Move East offers great prices, an uplifting and inclusive atmosphere, and a workout that continually pushes you to overcome challenges and push your limits.

Fantastic experience: Move East is a very welcome addition to Halifax! It caters to everyone — you’ll find a mix of yoga, barre-inspired classes, low-impact, and high-intensity. You can diversify your weekly workouts and never feel bored. As someone with lots of yoga and pilates experience, I was nervous to try the strength-training classes in “The Field”. But the Move East team and community were so welcoming! Each instructor is knowledgable, approachable, and engaging. Get ready to be challenged but leave feeling better every single time!

Fantastic experience: Challenging workouts in a great atmosphere!

Fantastic experience: I love the mix of high-intensity and heated low-intensity classes. It's great to be able to switch it up throughout the week and go into the "Cabin" for a heated class on those cold winter days! Highly recommend for any fitness level.

Fantastic experience: Hannah has done an incredible job with Move East - every workout features a variety of different exercises and pushes you to your limits. The variety of class styles makes it accessible to everyone. Having the option of taking a higher intensity Sweat Equity/Powerhouse/Drop Zone, and then doing a lower intensity A/B List, in the same facility is amazing! The sense of community in this space is great! Can't recommend this studio enough.