Not too crowded, tons of machines. Climbing wall, Pool and hot tub. Very nice…read more Wish they stocked the rags and wipes more frequently. But overall a good investment!

I use a few gyms, and this is a nice one to have in my rotation. It's hard to beat the depth,…read morevariety and quality of the equipment here! As a VCU alum, I get a pretty decent deal on gym memberships at VCU fitness facilities, which includes both MCV and CSG. While MCV is more convenient to where I work/live and is much less crowded, the CSG is much better equipped. The cardio machines are mostly the same as MCV, there is just a much larger quantity. There is a much better variety of weight equipment, which is very much appreciated. Perhaps my favorite part of CSG is the pool. While there are only a few swim lanes, there is a big open area with a deep end that allows me to get in some pool running. The only other such pool I am aware of in the area is 20 minutes south of town. My biggest complaint is the crowdedness of the gym when school is in session. Even with the large quantity of equipment, popular machines and racks can still be hard to find, particularly in the evenings after work. Additionally, while I love the self-locking lockers, half of them don't work.

SO excited for Richmond to have this gym. Matt and Kellie are incredible. They are so knowledgeable…read moreand make you feel like family. The equipment and amenities are all top notch--from the benches, weights, and cardio equipment, to the straightener/curling iron and makeup remover wipes in the bathroom. This gym is inclusive in all aspects, not to mention so much fun and a great workout. They offer a variety of classes and always mix up the different workouts to prevent you (and your muscles) from getting bored. The classes are all tailored around YOUR personalized "base code," which allows you to workout in a community, but challenge yourself according to your level of fitness. I am SO happy I met Matt and Kellie and that I found this gym. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun community or a way to mix up their workout routine!

Great place in Richmond to add to the fitness scene. The owners and the employees are extremely…read morefriendly, enthusiastic, and really get to know you and strive for a family like atmosphere. There's not many gyms nowadays that will wait for people who are arriving a little late. They are so accommodating. They offer a variety of classes. It's extremely clean with great music and catchy lights. They don't skimp out and the class last the entire session. Everyone should give Square code a try.

Wonderful gym, wonderful staff…read more I've been working with Ashlee for almost a year. I came in with a history of awful knee injuries, multiple surgeries followed by iffy recoveries, and little to no faith in the muscles in my lower body. In less than 12 months I've gone from constantly worrying about those shaky knees to feeling real confidence in my movements. Doubling my PRs has just been an added perk... Ashlee has been awesome in creating tailored programs for me and what I need. Just as important, she fosters a welcoming and encouraging environment in the group training sessions that make them more enjoyable than they have any business being. If you want help with nutrition, she's got you. If you want suggestions for good obscure metal bands, she's got you there too. When you look at my Yelp history, you'll notice that I've only ever reviewed moving companies. Couldn't be happier that my first non-moving related assessment is ReDefineRVA and Ashlee. Couldn't recommend both more!

The experience at Redefine RVA is simply the best. All training is developed specifically for you!…read more The trainers get to know you are care about your well being. The clients form and FAMILY as we work together in small groups to achieve our goals. Highly recommended for your fitness journey.

General gym notes (the four stars): My only critiques of the gym are minor - automatic refillable…read morewater stations and the clocks matching would really help with workout efficiency. Otherwise the gym is always clean and the staff is very positive and attentive! As far as personal training, I joined the gym in August 2017 but only started training with Waleed in the past few months. I learn something new every time I go in for training and never cease to be amazed by the knowledge that Waleed has about general fitness and strength training. He always seems to be one step ahead in thinking about your physical and mental progress (and is very efficient with scheduling). His passion for helping others succeeding in their goals really shows through.

Quality of service makes a business. The gym is OK,…read morefacilities are fine. The front desk service is good, however, the personal trainers are to busy in the phone texting to answer any questions and seemed annoyed if interrupted for enquires. Also they advertise a seven day free trial and filing out the form at home or going to the gym with from the desk person could not get it to generate a pass.

Female manager was very rude and condescending. They make it impossible to change or cancel a…read moremembership.

Golds gym is the worst and they would literally ROB you. Firstly, they do not even allow you to…read morecancel your membership through their website, you have to go to the exact location you created your account which Is crazy and I had moved somewhere far from the location I registered and tried to cancel in the closest one to me and they told me to go back to the exact location that I registered which I finally did and months after I'm getting a call saying that I'm owing $297. This is honestly not acceptable and so frustrating.

I love this gym!!! The weight room and machine rooms are always clean and organized. You can view…read morehow many people are currently checked in online, so it's super easy to plan a visit during non-busy times. The pool, sauna, and courts are currently undergoing renovation, but I am so stoked for those to open back up because of how much I enjoy the rest of the gym. Also... my favorite part is that they have several FREE parking lots around the gym, which is a huge win for a downtown spot!

The YMCA is more than a gym. It is a community. And the staff at the Downtown YMCA make everyone…read morefeel welcome. Gyms can often emulate off toxicity or exclusivity, but the staff at the YMCA make sure that is not the case. They take care of the members and the equipment. Constantly seeking new ideas and spaces for engaging members in healthy living. I always feel at home at the YMCA.

What a gem! Was in the area and all the CF we're doing Murph and I just wanted to squat and sweat a…read morebit. Happened upon this place on yelp and so glad I did. This gym has it all: Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, strongman, cf equipment, mats, etc. and Chris, the owner, seems like one of those guys who knows way more than you realize, and you realize he knows a lot, so that's impressive. (And he looks like Christian bale, so that's pretty amazing, too). If I lived here, I would train here full time.

I've been training at TWR for years, and I love everything about it. TWR has amazing coaches and…read moreprograms, plenty of great equipment, and a top-notch atmosphere. I also truly appreciate the measures that the owner, Chris, is taking to keep everyone as safe as possible during the pandemic.

I'm very pleased to have this gem so close to work! Not huge, but facilities are great, and most…read moreimportantly there is a 25 meter lap pool! This is located within the student center of VCU's MCV campus. As a recent alum (and now member of the Alumni Association) I have access to both this gym and the Cary Street, all for $26/mo and no contract. It's a great deal IMO. As a runner converted to triathlete, I joined this gym for two main reasons: great pool and shower facilities by work. I often run on my lunch break, so I needed somewhere to shower during warmer weather. So far, so good. I do more than just swim and shower now too! Things I really like: *6 lane pool that is 25 meters and DOESN'T GET TAKEN up by kid's teams. YAAAY. VCU has a separate pool for its varsity teams. *Pool temp is cooler than others I've used *2 separate locker rooms- smaller for pool, huge for main gym *Keiser bikes. This is my favorite type of stationary bike for training. *Lockers that come with manual code-entry locks- no need to bring your own lock *Private and spacious showers *Doesn't seem to get overly crowded at peak times like conventional gyms Things I Don't Like: *Gym is fairly warm with bad ventilation (I'm a sweater as it is) *Non-student members use ID to enter and attendant has to manually look up. A little inconvenient. *Flimsy chairs in locker rooms. Would be nice to have bolted benches like normal locker rooms. *I'm also a member at Scott's Addition and find weight machines modern and nicer

MCV Campus Recreation and Aquatic Center is another gym I play basketball and workout at from time…read moreto time. This gym doesn't have big crowds like Cary St Gym on the Monroe Park Campus. The workout area is spacious and modern. The fitness area has a wide variety of cardio machines for students/customers. There's a stretching room with mats, yoga balls, and ab coasters to work on your core. There's a nice size pool and heated spa inside the center. The basketball courts are modern. On Saturdays, I occasionally play pickup basketball here with friends. There are racquetball and squash courts as well. The locker room area was remodeled. You can safely store your items while you workout. The staff is friendly. I give MCV Campus Recreation and Aquatic Center a 4.5 rating.

In terms of equipment and space, this is a great gym. Plenty of cardio, weights and space for group…read moreexercise. Love that it has a pool, too. Would've been in it regularly when I was competing in triathlon. Now, probably not so much unless I feel like I need some serious cross training. I keep hearing it's a nightmare during peak hours, so I haven't been during peak hours. UPDATE: Just got back from a peak hour visit, and it is indeed a mad house. There is also no semblance of order or organization of equipment. Also, there's no culture of wiping down equipment here. Ugh! Reasonably priced thanks to tons of competition. HATE their stupid policy of soliciting all of your information before they even show you around under the guise of it being a liability waiver, which is BS.

This is one of the worst golds in VA the place is always dirty never enough plates and they take 6…read moremonths or longer to fix basic things like changing light bulbs...... who ever is in charge should be ashamed of themselves

I came into town for work not expecting to be able to train. I found Upstream BJJ while I was…read morelooking around on yelp. To my surprise it was only a few blocks down from my hotel so I decided to stop by. I was welcomed immediately by Seph and others. Seph was so gracious to not only offer me one of his Gi's to train in but he also loaned me his belt. I took a fundamentals class and I was truly impressed by the level of details explained. I wish I had more time to train there but if I'm in Richmond again I would definitely come back here. I've trained at a lot of different jiu jitsu gyms around the country and I truly appreciate the hospitality here.

I think what I appreciate the most about the short time that I've been at this gym are the people…read more The people are what makes a community, right? I can tell by the interactions that there's an underlying respect for one another. It's not an informal, standoff-ish vibe. Nora has also been patient and very encouraging. I'll probably write again in a few months after I'm used to it more, but best decision I've ever made.