Fitness & Personal Training
Richmond, VA
Body Arc is an LGBTQ-friendly, inclusive fitness studio in Richmond that offers personal training, gym memberships, and online workout programming. Founded on the belief that fitness should be independent of traditional beauty standards, Body Arc serves clients of all bodies and abilities—including those with disabilities and people whose bodies don't conform to corporate fitness norms. The studio blends fitness with art displays to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where trainers prioritize inclusivity, body positivity, and client autonomy.
Ideal for: LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, those seeking body-positive fitness, anyone who has felt unwelcome in traditional gyms
Service area: Richmond, VA
Explicitly Inclusive Philosophy: Body Arc is specifically designed for people who don't feel supported by traditional fitness spaces, including those with disabilities, queer people, and anyone whose body doesn't conform to corporate standards.
Art-Integrated Wellness Space: The studio features rotating displays of diverse artists, intentionally blending embodied movement with art to create a haven of wellness that prioritizes comfort and creativity.
Trainer Autonomy & Flexibility: Trainers have complete control over their own training, schedules, and rates, attracting instructors aligned with Body Arc's values of client empowerment and body positivity.
Address: 131 Richmond Hwy, Richmond, VA 23224
Website: bodyarcrva.com
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