The Best Fitness Platform to Train Anywhere!

PALMER TWP., Pa. – A new fitness facility is offering energizing group classes and an inclusive and supportive atmosphere in Northampton County.

Active Hour Gym & Fitness, offering group fitness classes, personal training, open gym access and specialized training for obstacle course races, held a grand opening on Saturday at 3773 Nicholas St. in Palmer Township.

The facility occupies an updated Palmer Super Center space that previously housed Soldierfit Easton, which relocated to the Palmer Park Mall last year.

"Our team is dedicated to inspiring you with lively classes, radiant encouragement, and lasting results," a message on Active Hour's website reads.

"Get ready to feel empowered, confident, and fired up to reach your goals —because at Active Hour, your fitness journey is an adventure worth celebrating!"

Active Hour co-owners and trainers Senni Vilander and Miguel Lopez have a shared lifelong passion for fitness and are excited to help community members improve their fitness.

The partners previously worked at Soldierfit Easton before deciding to open their own fitness facility.

“At Soldierfit, he was a head coach, and I was a trainer,” Vilander said.

“We work well together, and so we decided to open our own spot because we both wanted to focus a little more on the specialized training for obstacle course events, like Spartan Race and Tough Mudder.”

Vilander, Lopez and a team of helpers overhauled the space with new flooring, ceiling fans, fitness equipment and other upgrades.

They also repainted the walls and updated the bathrooms.

Active Hour features functional equipment such as push-pull sleds, kettlebells, medicine balls and plyo boxes, along with other apparatus such as dumbbells, power racks, rowing machines and stationary bicycles.

A garage door will open during nice weather, allowing for fresh air, Vilander said.

Fitness classes and training are held 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Vilander said.

Additionally, the facility features 24/7 open-gym access, providing members with the freedom to work out on their own at whatever times are most convenient for them.

Active Hour welcomes individuals of all ages and fitness levels.

“At Active Hour, everyone belongs!” a message on the business’ website reads.

“We pride ourselves on creating a positive, supportive environment where all fitness levels can thrive together. Our passionate instructors and friendly members are here to cheer you on every step of the way — because your success is our greatest joy!”

The facility features a variety of membership options as well as five-, 10- and 20-class packs.

A VIP Gold Club membership, available for a limited time, is $148 per month and features no enrollment fee, unlimited hours, VIP package that includes exclusive T-shirt, 50% off specialized training and 15% off store merch such as hoodies and other apparel.

“You get a lot of perks with the VIP membership, but individuals must sign up for that soon because there are only a limited amount of spots available,” Vilander said.

“Also, our month-to-month memberships don’t have contracts. You only need to give us 30-day notice if you want to stop. First classes are always free as well. So, you can come and experience a class for free before committing to anything.”

Active Hour shares updates on its Facebook and Instagram pages. For more information, call 610-438-0240 or visit activehour.fit.