Soul Fitness Studio: A Space for Women to Win the Day
Kate Neeley
Contributing Writer
Soul Fitness in Providence is more than just a place to work out — it’s a sanctuary for women to connect, build confidence, sweat, and grow stronger in more ways than one.
Now owned by Marianne Dixon, Soul Fitness Studio was founded by fitness instructor and mother Amber Cox. Prior to opening its doors in January 2020, the women who started it had been using available studio space around the valley to meet with friends and take high fitness, piyo, and other fun fitness classes while they caught up with each other.
Soul Fitness is built on a love for movement, energy, and friendship. It is a place where you can go and do all the things that foster your physical and mental well-being. A wide variety of fitness classes, a fantastic kids club, nutrition coaching, a well-supplied inventory of high-quality protein powders and bars, a fun line of fitness clothing, and more make this place a one-stop shop for those who love fitness.
This studio has a uniquely welcoming atmosphere. You’ll notice it even if you’re new, and it feels like a second home to those who’ve been there since day one.
Marianne is famous for saying, “Yes, you can!” She has a gift for motivating people to push past their limits and reach higher. She is involved as a trainer, nutrition coach, and friend. Marianne is a mother of six, business owner, and coach, and her example is empowering.
A WORKOUT FOR EVERYONE
You really will find something that suits you in the variety of classes offered at Soul Fitness. Whether you want to build muscle, calm and stretch your body, burn through some intense cardio, or get your dance on, you’ve got options.
• Progressive overload: Build lean muscle and boost metabolism with strength training led by certified trainers.
• Yoga: A blend of yoga and mindfulness, these classes will help you improve flexibility and find greater mental and emotional balance.
• High fitness: High-energy, fun-filled classes where members can burn calories while grooving to empowering beats.
• Spin: Intense and engaging classes on stationary bikes that are next-level for building cardio endurance.
A COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT
In addition to fitness classes, you’ll find events such as wellness workshops, guest speaker sessions, and group challenges that make it more than just a gym. It’s a place for personal growth as much as physical fitness.
“Soul Fitness Studio has a wide variety of workouts,” longtime member Lacy Webb said. “I love going because I’m always learning something new. It has a good sense of community, and the instructors always make everyone feel welcome. It’s not a competitive place. The people there inspire me. Rain or shine, their doors are open, and people always show up.”
THE SOUL FITNESS DIFFERENCE
Soul Fitness Studio’s culture redefines what it means to be strong, healthy, and confident as a woman. Step into this empowering space and discover what it means to feel strong, both inside and out.