Curious about Lagree? Here's how Charlotte's 3 studios stack up
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Studios from left to right; QC Lagree, MPower Fitness and Charlotte Strength and Wellness Collective. Photos: McKenzie Rankin/Axios
Lagree, a high-intensity, low-impact strength workout, is gaining traction in Charlotte as more boutique studios open across the city.
Why it matters: The Lagree method, focused on time under tension and slow, controlled movements, helped shape today's trendy reformer workouts (think Solidcore-style classes), but true Lagree is its own patented system, complete with certified instructors and Megaformer machines.
By the numbers: There are now three locally owned, licensed Lagree studios in Charlotte.
- I took a class at each one — here's what to know before you go.
Quick note: I'm not ranking these classes by difficulty level. That's subjective and depends on everything from how you slept to what workout you did the day before.
- I will say: All three pushed my limits and left me questioning how my abs could be sore for multiple days or how a 16-count movement could feel like an hour.
- This is simply a breakdown of the stats — including pricing, class length, vibe and logistics — to help you decide which fits your routine.
QC Lagree
Opened February 2026 in Myers Park.
Cost (first-timer): $20
Unlimited: $250/month
Class length: 40 minutes
Schedule: 5:30am-5:30pm weekdays; morning classes on weekends
Grip socks: Required (bring your own or buy them there)
Class size: 14 Megaformers
The vibe: Bright and airy. Natural light and wall-to-wall mirrors make it easy to check your form — but so can the instructors, so don't think about slacking.
Parking: 2909 Selwyn Ave. (Selwyn Shops). Free shopping center parking.
Best for: If you want to get in, get it done and get on with your day. Class is a tight 40 minutes.
MPower
Opened late summer 2025 in Elizabeth.
Cost (first-timer): 3 classes for $33
Unlimited: $249/month
Class length: 50 minutes
Schedule: 5:30am-6pm most weekdays; morning classes on weekends
Grip socks: Required (bring or purchase)
Class size: 12 Megaformers
The vibe: Dim lights and high-energy playlists.
Parking: 1933 E. 7th St. The shared lot fills up quickly in the evenings, so plan ahead. The studio is walkable if you live in Elizabeth, Chantilly or Plaza Midwood.
Best for: Anyone who prioritizes a strong playlist, moody lighting and a neighborhood studio within walking distance.
Strength & Wellness Collective of Charlotte
Opened late 2024 on West Morehead.
Cost (first-timer): $10
Unlimited: $274/month (includes access to all class types)
Class length: 45 minutes for standard Lagree method. There's also a recovery Lagree class and a 60-minute hybrid Lagree/floor training class.
Schedule: Starts at 5:30am weekdays and runs until 5:30–6:30pm; morning classes on weekends
Grip socks: Required (first-timers get a free pair)
Class size: 10 Megaformers
The vibe: Natural light floods the studio. Megaformers are front and center when you walk in.
What else they offer: Strength training, kickboxing and yoga classes, plus wellness services like nutrition counseling.
Stop by: 628 W. Morehead St. There's a parking lot, and the studio is walkable from parts of South End and Uptown.
Best for: Someone who wants Lagree plus other methods under one roof.
What's next for Charlotte's Lagree scene
Drench, a locally owned fitness studio opening this summer in South End, will offer Lagree alongside kettlebell, strength and recovery classes.
Go deeper: The Lagree Method is the newest player on Charlotte's fitness scene
Between the lines: This story is part of McKenzie's Moves, a new Axios Charlotte series spotlighting local fitness and wellness experiences.
- Got a favorite fitness class, studio, or wellness-centric spot I should check out? Shoot me a note at [email protected].