David Barton Gym
When you step into any of the three locations in Manhattan, you may wonder whether you’re actually at a gym. The Astor Place site is decked out in punk-rock regalia, the Chelsea location looks like a nightclub, and the Madison Avenue branch resembles a high-society living room. The 18 classes—with names like Pain & Pleasure, Rope Burn and Melt—are included in your membership, and every personal trainer in the company is hand-selected by David Barton himself, a Cornell-educated former bodybuilder and personal trainer. Special events like block parties and DJ sets while members sweat help to make this gym popular with the fashion, nightlife and media crowds. 4 Astor Place between Broadway and Lafayette St (212-505-6800) • 215 W 23rd St at Seventh Ave (212-414-2022) • 30 E