Orange Shoe Personal Fitness Trainers - Madison Downtown

Fantastic experience: Amazing!!! The results are real!!! Keep it going strong!

Fantastic experience: Great trainers and a fantastic gym culture that supports whatever fitness journey you're on.

Fantastic experience: I just celebrated my one year anniversary with Orange Shoe. I spent years swimming and working out in generic group classes. This program has been tailored to target my specific needs. My trainer notices everything and adjusts both my form and my workout to maximize the benefits to the needs of my particular body. This targeted approach has been miraculous - my arthritis is becoming less of a limiting factor, I have never been this strong, nor felt this good. In addition, I work out in an environment that is professional, encouraging and caring in addition to highly competent.

Fantastic experience: Orange Shoe is excellent, they really tailor your workouts even in group settings to allow you to get the most out of it and it's always fun and engaging! I've turned into a person who hates missing a gym session!

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Orange Shoe in downtown Madison for nearly two years. The trainers are excellent and fun, the gym is perfectly located and the community is welcoming and supportive. Makes getting up at stupid o’clock to go lift weights something I actually look forward to!

Fantastic experience: After Covid I stayed in my home gym, but with a downsizing move gave Orange Shoe a try last spring. It has not disappointed me! Love the trainers!!!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Ryan at Orange Shoe for three years and truly only have good things to say about the gym and the team. I came in with zero experience—had never lifted weights—and immediately found a supportive, encouraging environment. Ryan meets me where I’m at every week, and every session is personalized to my level, skill set, needs, and goals. I highly recommend Orange Shoe for anyone—whether you have years of experience or none at all. Every trainer is thoughtful, respectful, and genuinely invested in your progress and health.

Fantastic experience: The trainers are the best. The small group training and lunch classes are easy to fit into my busy work day.

Fantastic experience: Orange Shoe is great. The trainers spend a lot of time getting to know clients and individualizing workouts. And they are great at inspiring and encouraging. Can’t recommend Orange Shoe enough!

Fantastic experience: Great trainers and a supportive environment! I have been coming to Orange Shoe for a few years and always recommend it to people looking for personal training. The small classes are great too.

Fantastic experience: Joining OS this year has been life changing. I love the trainers and community at Orange Shoe. The trainers put together difficult but achievable workouts and are lovely people. They meet you where you are without judgment. OS provides structure and accountability to help me reach my goals. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great staff who motivates and inspires.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Ben at the downtown location for several months now and am incredibly happy with all his help. I’ve been in the process of healing from a back injury from years ago, and Ben has been tremendously helpful in finding effective ways to strengthen my body while also avoiding further injury. Months later the improved strength and flexibility have been obvious and my back pain has been getting progressively better. Nothing but good things to say!

Fantastic experience: Two women friends recommended OS to me. I put off looking into it for . . . years. Last year, one doctor told me it was critical for me to do consistent strength training for bone health or face very dire consequences; and another one told me that my mental health and well being required manageable, consistent physical activity. It's a commitment of time and money toward your present and future health that I wish more middle-aged women felt encouraged and able to make. Glad I did, and only wish I did it sooner.

Fantastic experience: A lot of fun!

Fantastic experience: Friendly, accommodating. Willing to adjust for my capabilities — and my capabilities are increasing!

Fantastic experience: I recommend Orange Shoe on the Capital Square in Madison WI. All the trainers are knowledgable, motivating and nice. I have tried half a dozen different classes, preferring the mid-day time slots. The trainers check in throughout a workout, to adjust for personal needs or tweaks I might be babying. I really like the convenient app for booking or changing my sessions. I chose this gym for all of the above reasons as well as it being just three blocks from my home. I never need to drive. Also, Orange Shoe accepts my health insurance’s payment of up to eight workouts for me per month. Emails are answered swiftly, if I need to get in touch. All in all, a positive, convenient and personal experience.

Fantastic experience: I've had a great experience going to Orange Shoe. As someone who has struggled with accountability and consistent gym experience, they have made it easy. Welcoming, non-judgemental, and a lot of different opportunities to get what you want out of it.

Fantastic experience: Orange shoe is a wonderful place to work out and offers the flexibility that I need for a workout facility. The trainers are excellent and are extremely passionate about their clients. I continue to set new goals with the assistance of the trainers and am extremely pleased with my progress during the past five years that I have been training at Orange Shoe. Ryan is an excellent trainer that extremely experienced. Orange Shoe is lucky to have him. Ryan set me up with a training program over a period of six months that allowed me to hike for six days in Tanzania and reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro at 19,341 feet. Thank you Ryan!

Fantastic experience: The trainers are incredible! Without fail, I get a great workout that is perfect for me. Orange Shoe trainers are knowledgeable and encouraging -- never intimidating. It's part of my day that I always look forward to. Oliver, Ben and Ryan are the best!

Fantastic experience: Ryan B is a terrific coach! Thanks

Fantastic experience: I've been going to Orange Shoe for over 6 years now, and its been a key to staying healthy. You get a personalized workout in an efficient 30 minute time slot. All the trainers are great to work with. Orange Shoe is part of my regular weekly routine

Fantastic experience: I started going to Orange Shoe a few years ago to address knee and hip pain I was experiencing while running. I am thrilled to say those issues are completely gone! Incorporating strength training into my weekly routine has not only alleviated my pain but also significantly enhanced my overall fitness. It has shown me how crucial lifting is, especially for aging women, to maintain bone density and muscle mass. The trainers at Orange Shoe are exceptional—knowledgeable, supportive, and truly invested in personalizing workouts to fit individual needs. I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking for a personalized and effective fitness experience!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, whether you’re looking for group classes or one-on-one training. The trainers are all dedicated to ensuring proper form & technique. This was very important to me personally when looking to join a gym.

Fantastic experience: The trainers are great and they develop a fun supportive atmosphere that makes the hard work fun!

Fantastic experience: Been coming here for over 2 years now, and have loved it! Non-judgmental environment that is focused on the goals I set, with a ton of encouragement along the way. Keep hitting PRs as I go, and now also feel confident around weights in the gym. Definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: I have been a client of Orange Shoe for about 14 years. It has been life-changing for me. I am in better shape than I was 25 years ago. The trainers are highly skilled and the environment is very supportive. Don’t put it off because you think you need to be more in shape to begin! The workouts are customized to meet your abilities. I highly recommend becoming an Orange Shoe client!

Fantastic experience: I cannot say enough good things about Ryan B. and the Orange Shoe in downtown Madison. He continuously encourages, pushes, and supports me on my fitness journey. I am proud of my strength and journey thus far, and I can’t wait to see what more we can accomplish together!

Fantastic experience: My wife and I were only in Madison for a month, wanting a place to train. Ryan did a very thorough evaluation and came up with a plan for each of us. We went in twice a week. The facility is large, open and clean, with excellent equipment. Staff is friendly and was very helpful. We felt our sessions were demanding, leaving us tired in a good way. We are considering continuing to train with Ryan via Zoom after we return home.

Fantastic experience: Orange Shoe is the place to be!! I have been so impressed with how knowledgeable, thoughtful, and friendly the trainers are, and the small group classes make my day because the other clients are also awesome and we just have fun!! The space is also super great and clean. I genuinely cannot say enough good things about Orange Shoe.

Fantastic experience: Enjoy working out at Orange Shoe! Awesome group of trainers. Everyone is very welcoming and encouraging. My co-workers and I love working out with Oliver!!

Fantastic experience: The best studio!!! Everyone is so kind and helpful. I really appreciate the expertise and good energy to start my day.

Fantastic experience: I’m a huge fan of Orange shoe!!! Good equipment, trainers are GREAT and the entire community is really friendly. I was looking for strength training with individual attention that can work with my busy schedule and Orange shoe goes above and beyond. A great atmosphere to push yourself without whole feeling comfortable and supported the whole time. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great space and excellent trainers who are invested in meeting you where you are at and helping you meet your goals!

Positive experience: I just started going to Orange Shoe for personal training at the beginning of the year. I am floored by the professionalism, flexibility, and knowledge of ALL of their trainers. I have many issues with different areas of my body and each trainer is able to accommodate me without compromising the intensity of the workout. I have been going to physical therapy for over a decade and I feel absolutely safe at Orange Shoe. It helps that some of the trainers also have a background in physical therapy! Orange Shoe is extremely flexible with my work schedule. If you are on the fence, I STRONGLY recommend Orange Shoe. It is 10000% worth the money to invest in yourself, especially with such an excellent support system. EDIT: I have returned 2 years later to edit my review. I am lowering my 5 stars to 3 stars. Here is why: During my initial consult with Ryan, the manager of Orange Shoe, I made it very clear that I have limitations due to being more "fragile," especially due to having 6 knee surgeries and hypermobile joints throughout my body. Ryan was very mindful of this and was excellent at providing me with modifications when preparing my exercises and in real time when necessary. The problem was when OTHER trainers worked with me. They were all extremely kind and well intentioned, but caused me the worst injury of my life. Due to the extent of exercises that were NOT appropriate for someone like myself. I had made this known to all of my trainers when I met them as well. I was doing exercises excitedly because I thought the trainers were in communication and knew what was best for me. I was getting stronger, after all! However, this was not the case. I asked Ryan to communicate my needs with the staff. Anyways, I was doing a pretty advanced exercise and ended up tearing my rectus abdominus muscle, causing me to have HUNDREDS of injections and dozens and dozens of various doctors appointments and procedures over the past 2 since the injury. I continued going to Orange Shoe after the injury for a while, but after I realized that I was not getting the same quality of care as I was when not working with Ryan, I decided to stop. I cannot stress enough that if you are not a perfectly able-bodied individual, DO NOT go to Orange Shoe Fitness. Thank you.

Fantastic experience: Good trainers who create a great mix of exercises.

Fantastic experience: Love these guys. I’ve achieved my original goals, set new ones, and felt supported all along the way!

Fantastic experience: I have been a member at many gyms for the past 20+ years. Orange Shoe is the only place I have been that truly provides a personalized experience. The trainers create a supportive and fun atmosphere that makes me look forward to the sessions. Seriously! The workouts have variety but are always full body- bonus! Check it out- you won’t regret it.

Fantastic experience: Incredible, savvy trainers. Got more results in 6 months working w Orange Shoe folks than I have 6 years working out on my own. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: The trainers cultivate a friendly, professional, and motivating atmosphere for their clients. Membership at this gym has been a game changer for me: I'm not particularly athletic and, prior to joining Orange Shoe, I had a history of half-hearted attempts at integrating a fitness routine into my everyday life. After a year of membership, I've found inspiration at Orange Shoe to create long term fitness goals and to stay consistent everyday (truly). Both personal training and the OS fitness classes have been rewarding. There's always a steady mix of routines, and the trainers are consistent in their attentiveness to a client's or group's capacity and abilities; trainers adjust programs accordingly to keep clients motivated. There are no mirrors at this gym, which stems from the gym's ethos of maintaining a body positive space for meeting clients where they are at. (Many thanks to Ryan, Oliver, Ryan B, Mallory, and Josh for your encouragement and expertise!! It's really a pleasure to learn from you all.)

Fantastic experience: I love working out with Oliver in the mornings. He is super knowledgeable about how the body moves and is a great personal trainer!

Fantastic experience: Love working out with my co-workers! Thanks for keeping us motivated OS! Oliver rocks!

Fantastic experience: With the help at Orange Shoe Fitness, my personal fitness goals were achieved. I received personalized workout routines that were directed to accomplish the specific goal that I expressed. My personal trainers were there to give guidance but to also prevent injury; their knowledge and experience assured me that I was in good hands. Inspired by their encouragement, I stepped outside my comfort zone and entered into a local weight lifting competition; placing third in my weight class. The experience was rewarding because it highlighted the supportive fitness community found at Orange Shoe and Ford's Gym.

Fantastic experience: Ryan does an excellent job using his knowledge of exercise and fitness to create tailored trainings unique to his clients' goals and abilities.

Fantastic experience: The staff at Orange Shoe make working out fun and engaging. Personal classes are also really tailored to each individual. The trainers found ways to challenge me even though I'm doing physical therapy right now. I've been going here for years, highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Thanks to Ryan and the team at Madison Downtown, I lost 17.7 lbs of body fat and gained 2.7 lbs of muscle in the past 15 weeks! I'm very pleased with the progress I've experienced due to their exercise programs. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: My girlfriend and I have been training with Ryan for the past couple months and it’s been a great experience all around. Challenging workouts aimed at your personal goals, high quality machines and equipment, and a positive/motivating atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: Excellent and very knowledgeable trainers. They push you to go harder but always with positivity and celebration.

Fantastic experience: Great environment to be in and the people here are amazing. Definitely helped condition me to getting back into the gym. I would recommend this for anyone looking for a personal trainer who pushes you and motivates you.

Fantastic experience: Orange Shoe is fabulous. I loved my trainings so much that I encouraged my husband and my adult children to go too!

Fantastic experience: Excellent staff that commits all of their time and energy towards not only your physical improvement, but towards enjoyment in many other aspects of one's life.

Fantastic experience: Orange Shoe has been a game-changer for me! I've been a client for over 3 years now and always look forward to workouts with their experienced trainers and great community!

Fantastic experience: Great classes with awesome trainers!

Fantastic experience: I've been coming to Orange Shoe for almost eight years now and it has been one of the best decisions I have made for my self care. Workouts are tailored to your abilities and goals. Staff are friendly and engaged and are as invested in your accomplishments as you are.

Fantastic experience: I started going to OS 4 months ago and it has been an incredibly positive experience. The staff is knowledgeable and purposeful with every workout. They encourage you to strive for your fitness goals but also care about you as a person and celebrate personal achievements as well. I cannot recommend Orange Shoe enough!

Fantastic experience: Great space with even better staff! Flexible and easy to work with and really good motivators helping me achieve my goals. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I have been going to OS Downtown for over four years and joining was the best decision ever! The staff are amazing, the work-outs are top-notch and challenging. I came to OS six months post-partum after my first child and continued working out through my second pregnancy and beyond. The staff understand how to make the experience personal and build upon where you are - whether you are postpartum, or competitive in your training. I love this community and can't say enough about how it has changed my life!

Fantastic experience: Very encouraging and knowledgeable staff, super cool workout space. An excellent place to invest in yourself.

Fantastic experience: Best workouts you will have! The staff of trainers are professional, educated, motivating and energetic! They create workouts in studio that will challenge you and you will see results! The atmosphere is always encouraging and fun. They are super knowledgable with the physics of each exercise and are always ready with a modification for you if you have certain limits. During Covid, they quickly created a schedule of trainers providing the same quality, challenging workouts for at home Zoom workouts! I can say with certainty that Orange Shoe is one of the only workout facilities and programs that I have looked forward to each time while providing me the best results I’ve ever had! Ryan in the downtown location is fabulous!

Fantastic experience: Ten years of workouts with enthusiastic, knowledgeable and dedicated Orange Shoe trainers have made it fun to keep fit and maintain strength for athletic and daily activities. It is a great place to go.

Fantastic experience: The staff is super awesome and the workouts are great. It's been helpful to add some strength training to my routine. I love using the app to commit to specific classes, based on my ever changing weekly schedule.

Fantastic experience: Orange Shoe is an incredible small group fitness studio. The classes are super fun and there are various classes for different workouts. They challenge you enough that you will leave feeling pushed, but there is no pressure to be at any certain level. I think that is what I love most. The instructors make each and every participant feel welcome. The instructors are fun, funny, motivating and welcoming. There is such a great community vibe in the classes. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great staff that listen to your goals and make appropriate recommendations