The Space Studio is a brand-spanking new studio that offers yoga, barre, pilates and meditation classes in the heart of Barangaroo’s bustling business precinct.
After opening in late 2016, the Space is exactly what you’d expect from a modern inner-city wellness hub. The fit-out is contemporary and clean with a neutral colour palette that offers an immediately soothing atmosphere. There are complementary organic teas by the Rabbit Hole, and the change rooms and showers are fully stocked with hair and body products by Appelles Apothecary. It’s feels zen in comparison to Barangaroo’s busy lunchtime rush outside.
On a crisp winter morning, we opt for a Vinyasa Flow class to warm us up. The room is heated to a mild 27 degrees by infrared technology, which aims to replicate the heat emitted from our bodies. The practice is energetic and refreshing, with a welcome balance between quick flows and slower pose holds.
We’re encouraged to challenge ourselves, pushing as deep as possible into each stretch in order to increase flexibility and build strength. The soft music distracts us from the hard work our bodies are doing, but by the end we can feel our aching muscles.
You pay the price for the Space Studio’s state-of-the-art facilities with relatively high rates. A single class is $30 or you can get more bang for your buck with an introductory two weeks of unlimited classes for $50.