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Killer Fitness, a horror-themed boutique fitness studio in Burbank, opened in May 2025 and offers group classes, personal training and events year-round. Its founders say the studio aims to create an inclusive space for horror fans and people seeking an alternative to conventional gyms; they are focusing on the Los Angeles market for now.
Killer Fitness, a horror-themed boutique studio in Burbank, California, is keeping its Halloween aesthetic in place year-round, combining group workouts and personal training with movie screenings, performances and a small retail shop. The studio opened in May 2025, and its founders say they are building a local fitness community rather than limiting the concept to the Halloween season.
The studio at 822 N. Hollywood Way grew from “Slashercise,” a campy, VHS-style horror aerobics video made by founders and instructors Vanessa Decker and Ama Lea. The report by Athletech News says a 2024 screening at Santa Monica’s Aero Theatre sold out, with attendees asking where they could take the workout in person. Decker, Lea and performer and instructor Kay Elyse went on to open the Burbank location.
Its class schedule includes Scary Strong, Death by Dawn Booty Boot Camp, Barre to the Bone, Fitness Ghouls, Terrortwist Dance Aerobics, Slashercise, Flexorcism Pilates and a boxing workout called Fight Club. A single class costs $25; the studio’s reported packages are $75 for four classes, $150 for 10 and $240 for 20. Drop-ins are accepted, though the studio recommends booking ahead because some sessions fill up. Costumes are welcome if participants can move safely in them.
Fitness is one part of the operation. Killer Fitness also hosts horror-film screenings on a 16-foot projection screen, Q&As with people from the genre, comedy shows and open-mic nights. Its shop carries items including records, games, makeup and a small-batch apparel line. The studio’s decor includes a skeleton-themed barre and horror-inspired fitness accessories; the report describes its approach as a mix of boutique gym, shop and screening space.
A Different Route Into Fitness
The studio’s model pairs exercise with a strong entertainment theme, offering an alternative for people who may find a conventional gym less appealing. Elyse said members include horror enthusiasts, people seeking a fun entry point into fitness and people who do not like horror but want an inclusive place to work out. Those descriptions are the founders’ account of their clientele, not independently measured membership data.
The wider program also means the business is not relying only on workout classes or the October calendar. Screenings and other gatherings give members and visitors reasons to return outside class hours, while the shop adds another part to the venue’s offering. The report does not provide attendance, revenue or membership figures, so the commercial performance of that combined approach is not clear.
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From Slashercise to a Studio
Killer Fitness began with a fictional horror setup: in “Slashercise,” a character called Meathead, wearing a T-bone steak mask, stalks gym-goers and instructors. The 2024 screening response prompted the creators to take the idea from video to an in-person class and eventually a permanent studio. That sequence explains why the location is built around both exercise and horror culture rather than using Halloween imagery as a seasonal promotion.
Burbank’s concentration of media and entertainment workers is part of the studio’s setting. Elyse told Athletech News that actors, directors, writers and other studio professionals visit, while describing the gym as a place for them to relax and exercise. She also said the studio’s appeal is not restricted to industry workers or horror fans. The founders have said their current business focus is the Los Angeles market, despite expressing interest in a wider expansion someday.
“There is no judgement at Killer Fitness.”
— Kay Elyse, Killer Fitness co-founder and instructor, as quoted by Athletech News
Growth and Attendance Figures
The available report does not state how many members Killer Fitness has, how many people attend its classes or events, or whether the business is profitable. It also gives no confirmed timetable for expansion beyond Los Angeles. The founders’ comments establish their stated local focus, but do not indicate whether future locations are planned or under consideration.
Class prices and descriptions are reported by Athletech News and may change. The source does not give a complete calendar of upcoming screenings or establish how often each class runs. Prospective visitors should check the studio’s current schedule and booking information before attending.
More Los Angeles Events Ahead
Elyse said the studio had additional screenings and events planned for November and beyond, following an October program that included a VHS screening of “Camp Miasma” and an immersive “Sleepy Hollow” event. The report does not list dates or the full lineup, so those details remain to be announced through the studio’s own channels.
For now, the founders say they intend to concentrate on the Los Angeles market. The next developments to watch are the studio’s upcoming event schedule and whether it can sustain interest in its mix of classes, screenings and retail beyond the Halloween period.
Key Questions
Where is Killer Fitness?
Killer Fitness is at 822 N. Hollywood Way in Burbank, California, according to the Athletech News report.
What kinds of classes does the studio offer?
Reported classes include Scary Strong, Barre to the Bone, Slashercise, Flexorcism Pilates and a boxing workout called Fight Club, among others. The studio also offers personal training.
How much do classes cost?
The report lists a $25 single class, with packages priced at $75 for four classes, $150 for 10 and $240 for 20. Prices and availability may change, so check the current studio schedule.
Does Killer Fitness only serve horror fans?
No. Elyse told Athletech News that the studio welcomes horror fans, people looking for a more enjoyable introduction to exercise and people who simply want an inclusive place to work out.
Is the studio planning to expand?
The founders have expressed interest in a wider presence, but Elyse said their current focus is the Los Angeles market. The report gives no expansion timetable or confirmed plans for additional locations.
Source: athletechnews.com
