HOTWORX - Strongsville, OH
📍 14401 Pearl Rd, Strongsville, Ohio, 44136
What Visitors Say
What Visitors Liked
Cold Plunge & Sauna
This 24-hour infrared fitness studio provides gym members with private infrared sauna rooms for virtually instructed workouts. The core experience revolves around the heated sauna environment, which members describe as exceptionally clean, organized, and consistently available. The infrared heat is noted for its therapeutic benefits, with members reporting it acts as a "miracle solution" for pain relief, particularly for joint and hip issues, while also aiding in detoxification and helping members feel like they are "purging" and doing something great for their health. Members engage in a variety of virtual classes, including Hot Stretch, within these saunas, appreciating the intense sweat and the unique feeling of scorching calories in the heat. The sauna sessions are part of a structured workout experience that is easy to follow, with virtual instructors providing modifications for all fitness levels.
Atmosphere
The gym offers a private workout environment where members value the ability to exercise without a lot of people around, describing it as true "Me Time." The facility is consistently noted for being exceptionally clean and organized. Members find the community respectful and enjoy the social aspect, with some mentioning it as a fun place for a "girls night" or to workout with friends. The overall vibe is welcoming, with members feeling right at home.
Staff
The staff receives frequent praise for being incredible, friendly, and helpful. Specific team members mentioned by name include Manager Heather, who is noted for being patient, friendly, and always available to answer questions, as well as Chloe and Alison. Staff are credited with making members feel welcome, providing tours, and assisting with setting up rooms.
Additional Amenities
Beyond the infrared sauna workouts, the gym features an FX area for lifting weights, which some members enjoy using before their sauna sessions. Management of classes and member challenges is facilitated through a dedicated app, which allows for easy class booking, logging workouts for incentives, and tracking progress in 90-day challenges.
What Reviewers Love
- The infrared sauna heat is highlighted as a therapeutic "miracle solution" for pain relief and detoxification.
- Members consistently praise the exceptional cleanliness and organization of the private sauna rooms and facility.
- The friendly and helpful staff, particularly Manager Heather, are repeatedly commended for creating a welcoming environment.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I try a class before becoming a member?
Yes, non-members can check out classes for free during staffed hours.
What are the access hours for members?
Gym members have 24/7 access to the facility.
Are the workouts suitable for beginners or those with injuries?
Yes, the virtual classes provide examples for beginner, moderate, and advanced levels, and the infrared heat is frequently mentioned as beneficial for pain relief, allowing members with issues like bad hips to participate.