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No matter where you start.We'll meet you there.

Private training · Back Bay, Boston

We match you with a personal trainer or physical therapist
from our team of independent pros, then give you
a clean, fully equipped space to do the work.

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About us

One studio. Two ways in.

Clients come for personal training and private physical therapy, with semi-private training launching soon. Trainers and PTs rent the space by the hour to work with their own clients.

For clients

Find the right trainer

Tell us your goals and history. We'll pair you with a coach and book your complimentary first session.

 For fitness pros

Train your clients here

Apply once, then book the studio in the Vagaro app.

The studio

Built for focused, private training.

Our new space at 867 Boylston holds up to six trainers and their clients at a time, so the floor never feels crowded.

6Squat racks
75 ftTurf lane
2Treatment rooms
2Showers
FullStrength, cardio, free weights
InBodySmart scale for body measurement scans

What we specialize in

The right coach, plan, and environment.

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Matching you with a pro

Lose weight, build muscle, train for a sport, or just feel better in your body. Our trainers and PTs have someone for it.

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Coaching at every step

From workout programming to nutrition guidance, you get the tools to push past old barriers and keep making progress.

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A place you feel welcome

Whatever your experience level, everyone who walks through our doors trains comfortably, without fear or judgment.

Services

How we can help.

01A trainer guiding an older client through a cable lunge

Personal training

Our best-known service. Many of our trainers have more than a decade of experience across a wide range of specialties.

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02A physical therapist doing hands-on hip work with a client on the treatment table

Private physical therapy

In-house physical therapists and private treatment rooms. Recover from an injury, or work with a PT who doubles as a strength coach.

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03A trainer coaching a client through a safety-bar box squat

Semi-private training

Train in a group of 2 to 5, each with individualized programming. Join the waitlist and we'll email you when schedules are announced.

Coming soon
What our clients say
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Our team

Fitness pros for every goal.

Runners back from injury, pre- and postnatal clients, golfers, older adults, first-time lifters. There's a coach here who has done it before.

Meet the team
A yellow Lab wearing a Studio 617 cap on the studio floor
Not every member of the team trains clients.
A client doing a cable row on the turf

For clients

Your first step to a healthier you.

Tell us about yourself and we'll set up a short call, pair you with a trainer, and book your complimentary first session.

How it works

Three steps to your first session.

01

Tell us about yourself

Fill out the form with your goals, training history and any injuries.

02

Get paired with a pro

Book a call so we can discuss your goals to find the right fit. Along with owners John and Chris, our team includes more than a dozen trainers and PTs.

03

Schedule your free session

It usually covers an assessment, a workout, and a plan for what your training will look like.

Intake form

Tell us a little about yourself.

The more you share, the better the match. Helpful things to include:

  • Your main goals
  • Past and current experience with strength training or other fitness
  • Past or current injuries and health concerns
  • What you hope to get out of training
Typical session rate $135–170 per session, depending on the trainer and how often you train
Blue racks with plates and kettlebells along the turf

For trainers and PTs

Bring your clients to a space that impresses them.

Train independently at our fully equipped, clean studio in Back Bay. Book by the hour, with no membership.

Apply to rent

Why pros choose us

It's your business. We're here to help you grow it.

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Get matched with your ideal clients

  • Tell us who you work best with
  • We send new client referrals your way
  • Get listed on our Meet the Team page
A private room with a desk and blue and black sound panels for virtual sessions

Private rooms for virtual sessions

  • Coach online clients between in-person sessions
  • A quiet, professional backdrop on camera
  • Free of charge
The studio kitchen with coffee maker, microwave and a tableA co-working room with two standing desks, stools and a recliner

Kitchen and co-working space

  • Program, answer emails and take calls between clients
  • A home base without the overhead of your own studio

How it works

Apply. Schedule. Train.

01

Apply

Send the application below. We'll reach out to set up a quick phone call as soon as we can.

02

Schedule

Once you're approved, book sessions in the Vagaro app. Studio time is $35 per hour.

03

Train

Have fun, be safe, and clean up after yourself. Want new clients? Tell us who you work best with and we'll send referrals your way.

Application

Apply to train at Studio 617.

Tell us about your background and your clients. We review every application personally.

Studio rental $35 / hour Booked through the Vagaro app once you're approved
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Our team

Meet the team.

We match you with a trainer who fits your goals, personality, and schedule. Have a preference? Pick them on the intake form.

Get matched

Note: We are consistently adding new members to our team and some trainers are yet to add a bio.