HOTWORX - Baton Rouge, LA - Highland at LSU Avenue
📍 4410 Highland Rd #4-A, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808
Services: Infrared Sauna
Amenities & Features
About
Cold Plunge & Sauna
This 24-hour infrared fitness studio provides gym members with access to virtually instructed infrared sauna workouts. The core experience centers on individual infrared sauna rooms where members engage in High-Intensity Interval Training or isometric workouts like Hot Pilates, Hot Yoga, and Hot Cycle. However, gym members report significant inconsistencies with the sauna heating. Several note that the saunas, particularly in specific rooms, take an extended period to reach the target temperature of 125 degrees. For instance, Sauna 4 may not reach a suitable heat until the eighth session in a Hot Warrior class, and the cycle room can take about two full rotations to approach 120 degrees when it is the first session of the day. Members appreciate the effective heat therapy for weight loss, toning, and detoxifying benefits, noting it helps with pain relief and leaves them feeling refreshed and energized. The concept is praised, but the inconsistent temperature performance is a frequent point of criticism.
Staff
Feedback on staff is mixed. Several gym members describe the staff as very nice, cordial, personable, informative, and amazing, making guests feel welcomed. Specific team members mentioned by name include Brandi, Kalie, Ethan, and the owner Fletcher, who is noted for being easy to work with regarding cancellations. Conversely, other accounts describe difficult interactions with management, particularly concerning membership cancellations and billing disputes.
Atmosphere
& Facilities The facility is described as very small with a cramped layout. Members note there is no place to sit and put on cycle shoes, as there are no benches in the workout area due to the limited space. Guests should be prepared for close quarters when passing others in the hall or switching between classes. Despite the space constraints, many members find the area to be always super clean.
Pricing
& Membership The gym operates on a membership model. Some members feel the service is a little expensive but worth it for the unique benefits. A major and recurring point of contention in reviews is the cancellation process. Multiple members report extreme difficulty canceling, citing requirements for in-person meetings, certified letters, and continued billing for months after attempted cancellation, leading some to label the business as not reputable regarding its contract regulations.