Tracey Anderson gyms ban phones amid TikTok craze
Tracey Anderson gyms have implemented a ban on phones during classes due to disruptions caused by TikTok users filming their workouts. The policy applies to nonmembers, while paying members and instructors are still allowed to film. The decision aims to maintain the integrity of the studio experience amidst the growing trend of social media influencers attending classes for content creation.
- ▪Tracey Anderson gyms are banning phones for nonmembers to reduce classroom disruptions.
- ▪The ban comes as TikTok users flock to the classes to film content for social media.
- ▪Members and instructors will still be allowed to film during workouts.
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New York City Society exclusive Tracey Anderson gyms ban phones amid TikTok craze By Mara Siegler Published May 17, 2026, 4:29 p.m. ET They’re Tik-ed! For some reason, Tik Tok users just cannot get enough of watching iPhone footage of random people sweat while they do pricey workout class the Tracey Anderson Method. Apparently self-filmed Tracey Anderson videos have become such a reliable source of likes on the social media platform that every would-be influencer in town is booking a spot in the classes just to snag a few follows. The problem is that classes are now more movie studio than fitness studio, with several people in each session propping up their phone to capture the precious clips.
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