Is orange theory appropriate for beginners? I need to start working out again and want to do a class but am quite out of shape. Are all orange theory classes the same or are there different types/styles?

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Yes, they offer a free trial class. You can scale and modify any specific exercise during each class if needed.

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Also do they offer free trials to test out a class?

I think so. They give you options on how hard you want to push yourself. The classes, from what I remember, are the same. There’s cardio and some strength training.

I took my first class there about a week ago. It was very beginner friendly! I believe all of the classes are the same type/style though and they don’t have any targeted to beginners. However, the studio I was at did make sure I had 1:1 time with the coach before we started so they could walk me through the class and make me feel comfortable. There’s also modifications and I felt like it was a very comfortable and non-judgmental environment.

It was fine, but I didn’t find it that approachable. The coaches blitz through a demonstration of the exercises and then there’s just a poor instructional video playing. The coaches do help correct your form occasionally, but they are also paying attention to running the class.

I ended up canceling after two months and got a personal trainer instead.

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