Vie is so much more than a gym. We offer personal training, NY Classical Pilates, group fitness classes, a spa, smoothie bar, and a boutique with the latest activewear and skin and body products. Experience Vie's five-star service and be inspired by our facilities' soaring architecture and design. All with no membership or initiation fees.
Vie's original studio is located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor on two stories of the historic building at 209 S. Ashley St., one block west of Main St. The downtown location offers personal taining, fitness classes, the spa, smoothie bar and a boutique with the latest activewear and skin and body products.
Vie's original studio is located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor on two stories of the historic building at 209 S. Ashley St., one block west of Main St. The downtown location offers personal taining, fitness classes, the spa, smoothie bar and a boutique with the latest activewear and skin and body products.
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When I moved here from Vancouver in 2002 I had a vision of creating a place that inspired me everyday.
I wanted to create a gym that was not really a gym, but a third place that brings together soaring architectural and design elements, with a holistic set of invigorating services: drop-in for a personal training session or fitness class, freshen up in our fully stocked changing room, and slip into a robe for a massage and facial, followed by some lounging at Vie's fresh smoothie bar.
I wanted to create a gym that was not really a gym, but a third place that brings together soaring architectural and design elements, with a holistic set of invigorating services: drop-in for a personal training session or fitness class, freshen up in our fully stocked changing room, and slip into a robe for a massage and facial, followed by some lounging at Vie's fresh smoothie bar.
We believe that teaming up with a highly-qualified, client-focused personal trainer is the safest and most effective way to achieve your fitness and exercise goals. Experience the expert training, beautiful facilities, breadth of services, and five-star service. You're going to love being here. Setting clear goals and tracking small, consistent steps toward those goals, is the most effective way to accomplish what you set out to do.
This 12-Week program is designed to target fat loss goals. Since we introduced the Vie Fat Loss program, we've had hundreds of clients participate in the program with tremendous success. The power of our program lies in our balanced, team approach to cardiovascular and strength training, nutrional counseling and dietary planning, and support, support, support.
Vie develops instructors with the highest standard of classical Pilates instruction in the industry through the New York Pilates Studio Teacher Certification Program, the first and oldest professional Pilates training program in the world. All of our instructors have completed over 600 hours of rigorous training and certification and are among the most knowledgeable in the field.
The Spa at Vie is a stylish, welcoming oasis for relaxation and rejuvenation. Lie back, relax, and let our exceptional, professional staff provide provide you with expert care and guidance. At Vie we're passionate about the quality of the products and tools we use also. We search far and wide for what we think are the best skin care products to use in our treatments, and we think you'll love what we've found.
Reviews (21)
Thomas Goulet
Jan 10, 2021
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My husband, Tom and I moved to Ann Arbor last year. I had been taking pilates for 4 years already and my instructor in Milwaukee gave me tips to finding a studio that would be a good fit for me. I tried a couple of studios and Vie was one of them. If you are looking for a studio, VIE is the studio! I'm going to be 57 years old this year and I am amazed how my body is continually transforming! I have more body awareness than ever! Whitney is awesome! The classes and instructors are all fantastic! We make financial investments for our future but we should also make health/wellness investments! Give
Ssd
Nov 02, 2020
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Both Vie Downtown and Vie Arbor Hills classes are outstanding. I have taken fitness classes from Europe to the US west coast and points in-between, and I swear by Vie. My favorites: spin classes with Rob, Ravnita, and Katherine; barre with Conrad; tower pilates with Donna, Tracy, and Jesse; and best of all, Tower-Spin fusion on Thursdays with Vie owner Heather. These classes have me fitter than ever and enjoying every minute of it (especially when the class finishes!). These are tough, balanced work-outs by instructors who know what they're doing. Vie is the best!
Cainnear Hogan
Oct 29, 2020
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I cannot say enough wonderful things about Vie. Their facility is very nice and conveniently located in downtown Ann Arbor near the University. Their instructors are awesome - so knowledgeable and so nice. The variety of classes they offer all at one location is great (spinning, HIIT, barre, yoga, pilates, personal training, etc.). I would recommend Vie to anyone interested in group fitness classes or personal training. Such a great place!
Ken U.
Mar 18, 2020
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Awesome spot for getting a challenging workout. Friendly staff and instructors, well-designed smaller space makes for a welcome and modern environment.
I'm amazed by how much these classes can still kick my butt, and grateful that the instructors continue to challenge me to give the extra effort. The variety of classes are awesome for the space that they have.
The drop-in classes are reasonable for the value I get out of the space and fitness regimen. I intend to keep coming back whenever I'm back in town.
I'm amazed by how much these classes can still kick my butt, and grateful that the instructors continue to challenge me to give the extra effort. The variety of classes are awesome for the space that they have.
The drop-in classes are reasonable for the value I get out of the space and fitness regimen. I intend to keep coming back whenever I'm back in town.
Cathy Curley
Jan 05, 2020
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Carly Redstone
Aug 17, 2019
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Starting Pilates at Vie has been one of the best decisions I made in 2018! I was coming off foot surgery at the end of last summer, and was looking for a low impact way of getting back into physical activity. The Tower classes challenged my body in a way that was safe for my recovery. Even after my foot was at a point that I could handle more impact, I continued the Tower classes because Pilates has made my body feel great! It allows me to stretch and move my muscles in ways I typically wouldn't work them, and also provides me with an hour a day that my mind is turned off from all the daily life
Jada Holmstrom
Jul 08, 2019
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Marygrace Liparoto
Jun 15, 2019
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I just finished the Basic Reformer Class series at the Vie Fitness, Ann Arbor Hills location with Tracy. I thoroughly enjoyed it. She was incredibly knowledgable, pleasant and pushed me past my comfort zone helping me not settle for my status quo and reach measurable improvements. I'm looking forward to more sessions. What a beautiful studio. (The free onsite easy parking is an added bonus.)
Cynthia K.
Mar 07, 2019
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I started taking Pilates Tower classes in January and I am very impressed with the quality of the facility, and more important the quality of the instruction. Doing this work has made me stronger and improved a chronic back issue. I'm looking forward to making more progress and I feel confident that I will.
Rosa Lee
Dec 07, 2018
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This has been a life changing experience for me. After having four children I didn’t think there was any hope of getting my body back to “reasonable”...let alone getting my core this strong. It’s improved my posture, my tennis and golf swing and I feel better after each workout. It’s better than getting a massage! I look forward to my Pilates every week as a way of maintaining my body and stress. My amazing instructor, Donna, has studied the true Pilate techniques and is one of the many exceptional staff at Vie.
Taylor W.
Sep 05, 2018
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TL;DR - Expensive and boring classes, don't waste your time.
I had an entire week of free classes to try this place out. Exciting, right? An entire week. And the fact that 3/4 days in I decided to just not even bother going and waste my last few days says something....
I tried 3 different classes:
Spin - I mimic what another reviewer said, I never thought I could be bored in a spin class. I was wrong. Literally 5 MINUTES IN and I was counting down until we were done. The music was not loud at all, more like that background noise I put on when I clean than heart pumping exercise volume. It
I had an entire week of free classes to try this place out. Exciting, right? An entire week. And the fact that 3/4 days in I decided to just not even bother going and waste my last few days says something....
I tried 3 different classes:
Spin - I mimic what another reviewer said, I never thought I could be bored in a spin class. I was wrong. Literally 5 MINUTES IN and I was counting down until we were done. The music was not loud at all, more like that background noise I put on when I clean than heart pumping exercise volume. It
Laura Kellmann
Jul 02, 2018
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I'd be lost without Donna! Practicing classical Pilates with her has improved my core strength and posture tremendously. I am tuned into my body in a positive way and am aware of how to counter balance the bad habits. Every session is a challenge and gets me one step closer to achieving a result I wasn't capable of the day before. Donna takes pride in her craft. She is always learning and pushing herself so that she can push me. If you haven't tried Pilates, I encourage you to give it a shot --- you will be pleasantly surprised!
Deb S.
Jun 30, 2018
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For years I have tried to exercise on my own, only to decide at the last minute that something else is more important. Vie and Acacia have quite simply changed my life. Acacia is super knowledgeable about the body and, using a combination of strength training, cardio and pilates, extremely skilled in figuring out the best ways to get my body (and mind) stronger and in shape - and pain free! I just got back from a family vacation in the back country of Idaho. Thanks to Acacia, I was able to keep up with my 17 year old boys and had the strength & stamina to hike trails that I would not have been
Dana
Jun 16, 2018
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I have been with Vie for approximately 5 years. I participate in their yoga and private Pilates sessions. I am a 72-year old male and I attend Vie at least 2 times per week. My goal in attending Vie is to increase my flexibility, balance and small muscle and core strength. The instructors I use are Donna and Rhonda. I like using Rhonda for yoga because of her approaching in helping me tell the difference between being in pain and being uncomfortable. Donna is a master teacher of Pilates. We virtually never do the same thing twice as each session is a different routine. She explains her work to
C. I.
Oct 16, 2017
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Allie K.
Jul 26, 2016
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Not for college students...at all. Until going to Vie, I never thought it was possible to actually be BORED during a spin class. Don't worry, they proved me wrong!
For some crazy reason I thought that the one spin place in Ann Arbor would be relatively geared to college students. Boy was I wrong. This is obviously a place for older people as every time I went I was the youngest customer, which was surprising considering Vie is smack in the middle of a college town.
The only reason I went more than once was because I thought I would give it a second chance after my first free class. I thought
For some crazy reason I thought that the one spin place in Ann Arbor would be relatively geared to college students. Boy was I wrong. This is obviously a place for older people as every time I went I was the youngest customer, which was surprising considering Vie is smack in the middle of a college town.
The only reason I went more than once was because I thought I would give it a second chance after my first free class. I thought
Katie C.
Oct 24, 2015
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Coming from Chicago where I paid $60/month for unlimited, high quality spinning classes, I have been very disappointed with Ann Arbor's spinning studio selection. That being said, Vie is the best I've come across yet.
The classes are small, and in contrast to most spinning classes, they're set in a bright room with natural lighting. The studio has more of a spa feel than other venues. Something rather strange is that rather than playing the class music through speakers, each spinner wears headphones that plug into a cord that hangs from the ceiling. The setup is a little awkward
The classes are small, and in contrast to most spinning classes, they're set in a bright room with natural lighting. The studio has more of a spa feel than other venues. Something rather strange is that rather than playing the class music through speakers, each spinner wears headphones that plug into a cord that hangs from the ceiling. The setup is a little awkward
Mary L.
May 16, 2015
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Andrea W.
Apr 06, 2015
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I have drunk the Vie Kool-Aid. Yep. It doesn't get any better than this if you live/work in the downtown Ann Arbor area. I was looking for a personal trainer, initially thinking in terms of 2x a week. The Y was just too kidsy/ family oriented for my tastes. Liberty Fitness/WCCC outside my zone of usage (traditional wisdom calls for a 5 mile gym radius for committed use). After meeting with Molly, I was skeptical, given the outrageous cost of the Fat Loss program, but with the added perks (unlimited classes), I decided to go for it.
It is worth every penny. Let me repeat that: It
It is worth every penny. Let me repeat that: It
Amy G.
Nov 27, 2013
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I used my first free class card to try the actual exercise part of this establishment. It is as luxurious as one would imagine: the locker room has all that a girl could need and possibly forget getting ready in the morning, from hair ties, bobby pins, to tampons. It might have been more comfy than the bathroom in my own old apartment. I attended a pilates class that left me sore for days afterward! As with the juice bar, it's too bad that I can't afford to become a gym member here.
Beth H.
Oct 21, 2013
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Checking out a yoga class. Nice place! Really awesome if you can afford it. Not bad prices but a little higher for the level of quality and amenities available to you. No sales pressure. I attending my first comp class after a quick tour. Everyone one was very friendly and though I feel out of place at any gym, the class was great, as well as the instructor. Too bad she was a sub and I don't have a feel for the usual gal that teaches on Saturday mornings. Parking was easy that early in the morning.
I will definitely be back. I love the sign up pressure and package options.
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I will definitely be back. I love the sign up pressure and package options.
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