DavidBartonGym Muscles Into 1435 Walnut Street

DavidBartonGym locations feature unique design, lighting, energizing music and motivational trainers. In addition to high-end equipment and studio spaces for personal training and intimate group classes, its new location at the base of The Drexel Building—a five-story, historic bank building on the corner of 15th and Walnut Streets in Center City that features high ceilings, intricate designs and oversized windows—will include an indoor cycling studio by Cyc Fitness.

“DavidBartonGym sets itself apart from other health clubs with a distinctive ambiance that combines local culture, history and the energy of each neighborhood,” says Scott I. Edlitz, senior managing director for the Retail Services Group at Colliers International's New York office, who represented the tenant in the transaction with senior vice president Todd Sussman. “Real estate is critical to the brand's identity and The Drexel Building's architecture and location at the center of Philadelphia's retail, residential, and hospitality districts, is an ideal fit for its steady expansion.”

“We are thrilled to make our entry into a new city and help Philadelphia #LookBetterNaked,” says Howard Brodsky, chief executive officer of DavidBartonGym. “Following the opening of our newest New York flagship location at the famed Limelight and our upcoming expansion into Boston, Philadelphia was a natural choice for our next gym. Our locations are inspired by the culture of the city and provide members with an energetic and encouraging escape that helps them achieve their fitness goals.”

Alan Domb of Alan Domb Real Estate represented the landlord in the transaction.