HOTWORX - Shawnee, KS - West

This 24-hour infrared fitness studio provides members with private infrared sauna sessions for virtually instructed workouts. The sauna facilities are consistently noted for their cleanliness, and members frequently appreciate the ability to secure a sauna for a private session. The infrared heat therapy is a core feature, with members reporting that the body adapts to the sauna environment within a week or so, leading to noted benefits for skin appearance and a post-workout feeling of well-being. The experience centers on high heat, with members engaging in 15-minute High-Intensity Interval Training or 30-minute isometric workouts like Hot Pilates, Hot Yoga, Hot Barre, Hot Core, Hot Cycle, and Hot Blast within the infrared sauna.

Beyond the sauna, the gym offers a motivating and clean studio atmosphere with a wide variety of workout classes suitable for all fitness levels. Members value the 24/7 key card access for flexible scheduling and the ease of booking through the gym's app. The staff receives praise for being fun, encouraging, and helpful, with specific mentions of owner Melanie and team members Brooke and Briley. However, some members advise carefully reading the membership agreement due to mentions of additional monthly fees and a significant cancellation charge. The venue is described as having easy accessibility and ample parking, making it a convenient and favored workout destination for many.