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A new boutique fitness studio is joining the mix at TRITEC’s Station Yards development.
Station Yards in Ronkonkoma is welcoming its very first fitness concept — and it’s a national brand with a futuristic twist.
HOTWORX, a fast-growing fitness franchise that pairs infrared heat with guided virtual workouts, is set to open a 2,500-square-foot studio next to Great South Bay Brewery. The studio is expected to debut in late 2025 or early 2026.
Top photo credit: HOTWORX Facebook
First-of-its-kind workouts
Unlike a traditional gym, HOTWORX workouts happen inside infrared saunas. Members choose from patented, instructor-led sessions designed to help them sweat, strengthen, and detoxify — all while maximizing efficiency in 15- or 30-minute intervals.
The Ronkonkoma studio will be owned and operated by Tiffany and James Upton, who live on Long Island.
“My journey with HOTWORX began when I was advised to try infrared saunas for a health issue,” Tiffany said. “After joining a HOTWORX studio with my husband James, we fell in love with the concept, the workouts, and the results. Together, we knew we wanted to share this experience with the people of Ronkonkoma and contribute to the energy and growth of this community.”
A boost for Station Yards
The Uptons’ franchise marks the first boutique fitness tenant for Station Yards, the massive mixed-use development rising at the Ronkonkoma train station.
“Station Yards was always envisioned as a destination where people can live, dine, shop, and stay active all in one place,” said Jimmy Coughlan of TRITEC Real Estate. “We’re thrilled to welcome HOTWORX as our first fitness tenant, expanding the diverse mix of experiences we’re curating.”
Recent additions to the community include Redefine Meals, Cornucopia organic grocer, Hammer & Stain DIY studio, and Fourleaf Federal Credit Union. Restaurants and bars — including Great South Bay Brewery — are also part of the growing lineup.
Maria Valanzano of Colliers, who represented TRITEC in the deal, called HOTWORX “a fresh way to sweat, strengthen, and recharge within our community.”
Founded in the U.S., the fast-growing HOTWORX now has locations across the nation and overseas.
Its model combines infrared energy, heat, and exercise to accelerate results, according to its website.
