The facility and staff at the Hooffs Run location are great and Jalen Wright really stands out as…read morean outstanding personal trainer. My husband and I are on the "older side" and while he pushes us, he's always mindful of how we may be feeling during a particular session. I had several trainers in the past and he is head and shoulders above all of them.

I wish they offered more classes. The spinning classes are sometimes full but empty bikes are…read morereserved for people who aren't there. Gym won't offer more spin classes, just one a day if that. I had one class where the instructor never showed up and people had to tell management. Some of the instructors are great but Onelife isn't very focused on classes.

Today was the cleanest I've seen the gym. The lady at the front was nice and welcoming…read more Unfortunately there is a large homeless population that hangs out in the parking lot. They look through the cars and try to open the car doors which makes this area not feel safe.

Planet Fitness is a great gym for the price point. I have the Black card membership which allows…read moreme to visit any PF and bring a guest. This is one of my favorite locations in the area because I generally get on the machines I want, and it is truly 24/7. I also appreciate the rep counter on some of the machines. The staff is friendly and the location is well kept. Comparing PF to other more expensive gyms it's really a great value. PF also offers the massage chairs, tanning beds, and uv treatments offered by other high end brands. I highly recommend PF, and this location is great.

This was such a loaded experience. As someone who frequents many small studios like this in various…read moreparts of the DMV, especially the V, I definitely have my likes and dislikes. Likes: Anna-Maria, the instructor, was very sweet. She was warm and welcoming, very encouraging throughout the workout, and had an interesting playlist. It was also a pretty good workout with the core/upper body sections being better than others. Format: Surge Strength. It was very much a "lift to the music" while bringing in cardio elements workout. I like having music blaring but being on beat (or striving to be) annoys me because you're pressured to break form and not move meaningfully. I probably looked crazy, but I was seconds behind the other people in class because I wanted to actually lift, not swing my arms around. Also, some of the moves (mostly lower body), when moving that quickly, just don't target the areas I want to strengthen meaningfully. For some moves, I'd opt for slower, more controlled, classic moves so I could get it right. We were using "light to heavy" dumbbells - I think the highest is 15 pounds. Also, the "stop, grab your mat, unfold, and do floor work for a couple minutes" thing was kind of disorienting at times. Facilities/equipment: this is my second biggest gripe. While it looked mostly visibly clean, the floors were dirty AF, covered in stringy hairs. Ew. During the floor sections, I could see hair and other debris on the floor and it would even get on me if any part of me even slightly came off the mat, or hairs would be hanging from my weights when I picked them up.yuckkk. Also, the mats were funky. Very clear that they rely on folks doing the one-wipe swipe after sweaty workouts for cleaning and that's gross. They don't have a water cooler or even a cool Flow Water station or anything - they have two water fountains that are relatively low pressure. And they're connected, so only one works at a time. And they looked a little dusty. Vibe: It's a no for me, dawg. Outside of Anna-Maria, there was like NO diversity in the room (maybe one Asian woman in the front) which feels VERY WEIRD when the playlist is VERY Black with a little Brown sprinkled in. On top of that, the women in there were stuck up and some were, frankly, obnoxious. I got multiple stares (Yes, I'm Black! OMG lol) and when I was attempting to fill my water at the ratchet fountain, before I knew they were connected, this one white studio member, in such a condescending way, was like, "hi, yeah, they're actually connected, so..." Girl, bye. Oh, that brings me to another point: It was my first time at that location. I checked in and received no orientation/guidance from the girl at the front desk. I ended up entering the studio room and, thankfully, Anna-Maria was able to help me get set up. I think the girl at the front desk heard me receiving instructions and ran in just as the workout was about to start and apologized for not introducing me to things. But it was very much an afterthought and if I was someone who was super anxious or thrown off by stuff like that, I would've left. Oh, and it's def the type of place where the same people show up for the same classes (or multiple) regularly. To be honest, I disliked the vibe so much initially, I considered leaving like five minutes into the workout. But a player has goals, so I stayed. It seemed pretty clear who this space is intended for. And I've pretty much NEVER felt that way before, even when working out in tiny studios in places like Del Ray and Loudoun. I was less uncomfy towards the end, but initial impression plus hair: ew. You'll get a cute workout in but this vibe? Not for me.

Was recommended this studio by a friend who lives locally and dropped into MVMNT for a quick early…read moremorning class while in town. We stayed in Downtown Alexandria and the gym was around 15 mins away (walking). Such a great cute little women's studio. We did the Bosu class and it kicked our butts. The instructor made sure we had the right form and led a fast paced high intensity class. Would definitely recommend! Please note - there's only one bathroom for the studio which includes a shower.

I tried this workout class in Old Town Alexandria because I love exploring new studios, and there…read morewere some highlights! The music selection was great (think upbeat, fun, and kept you moving), and the coach was genuinely warm and welcoming when I walked in. If you're looking to switch up your routine or try something different, it definitely checks that box. That said, a few things didn't quite land for me. The space is very small and boutique, which is cozy in one sense, but also felt a bit cramped once the class started. I've been Olympic lifting for about two years now, and I noticed one person struggling with their front rack squat form. I didn't feel comfortable stepping in as a newcomer, and it was tough watching the coach not address or correct it. Form matters for safety, especially when we're working under load, so that was a concern for me. Also, the class flow was guided by a single small screen with a timer, and the alert to switch stations was super faint. I found myself constantly glancing around to make sure I wasn't missing transitions because I couldn't really hear the cue. Overall, I loved the idea of the class and the friendliness of the coach, but I would have appreciated more coaching engagement, motivation, and attention to form, especially given the style of training. I think with a bit more hands-on guidance and clearer structure, this class could be a really great experience.

Can't say enough amazing things about Zweet Sport and all of the instructors! I started with…read morepersonal training to get back into a gym routine with Emily & Heather. I felt so comfortable after sessions that I signed up for a monthly membership. I absolutely love body pump & body sculpt as they are the perfect amount of time, super high energy, and provides guidance on weight lifting. Marja, the owner is lovely. I have also used Heather for nutrition services, which were fantastic. Highly recommend Zweet Sport for anyone looking to work on their fitness!

Atlas Muay thai is one of the best martial arts school in the DMV area. Great instructors.read more

The best people. Great trainers. After doing boxing and kickboxing for 20+ years I've done nothing…read morefor 15, and truly starting from scratch. These guys are great for someone at any level.

I am new to Orange Theory but signed up at this location a couple months ago. I have two colleagues…read morewho both raved about their OTF experience at this location and I now see why. It has been great! OTF offers excellent cardio and strength classes at a variety of convenient times. The real magic is the OTF staff - I have found them to be so welcoming, positive, fun, and wonderful all-around instructors. I have recently had classes with Erica and Chey who are both terrific. The OTF instructors seamlessly make the classes challenging but fun and foster a welcoming group atmosphere - whether you are brand new or a regular. They offer a nice mix of workouts to keep things interesting, and there are frequent seasonal challenges or themes to look forward to. I feel much healthier and active than I have in years thanks to this OTF location and their staff. (I also like you can drop in at other OTF locations, which I have done a handful of times). I highly recommend checking them out!

I have only attended two classes so far, but I already love OTF Carlyle! Abigail and Chelbie made…read moreeverything so easy for my first trial class. Chelbie helped me on my first day and made me feel so welcomed and valued-- I seriously love her! Coach Allie made me feel super comfortable for my first workout and is also so, so nice. Abigail helped me before my last class and she was amazing, as well. Those girls are honestly one of the reasons I love OTF so much already! As far as the workout, it is the perfect intensity for me. It is an AWESOME, challenging workout but everything is doable and you can cater everything to your fitness level. I like seeing my heart rate and being able to easily know when to possibly pull back and when to push harder! I was amazed at how many calories I burned in the class! I don't think I have ever burned so many calories in a single workout! I think the price is very fair for the value. I'm looking forward to many more classes! :)

I'm an OTF member from the other side of the country, and I was looking forward to getting a good…read moreworkout in during a conference in Old Town. Maddie at the desk was super helpful in setting me up in the system, so that I would be able to sign up for classes as my schedule permitted. I was able to participate in two of Evie's classes. She is terrific. Funny, inspiring (and I don't just mean her phenomenal arm definition!), and most important, she really paid attention to detail, making sure we were doing all the exercises correctly. She made me feel welcome. The facilities are good (we don't have the tablets on the rowers at my home studio, so I love that).

Best studio in town. I love everyone that works out there and the coaches are amazing.read more

Wow, if you're like me and need that extra push of motivation, this is a great place. Berhane makes…read moreeveryone feel like they're getting personal training. It's not easy to motivate me to workout, but his style of training is perfect. I've always taken classes through class pass, but will probably start just signing up through his website because I like the classes so much. He pushes you to do your best, but not to the point of injury like some other trainers. He's tough, but also caring and realistic. Seriously though, I can't say enough nice things about BT Fitness. I've tried a few classes, he has a body pump style one and a circuit training one that I like. As for COVID protocol, he encourages mask wearing, keeps class size limited, and has a sanitation machine that he sprays equipment with after each use. I felt very safe here my first time back post COVID.

This was a very fast-paced class. I def got more done and burned a ton more in 40-ish minutes than…read moreI expected. We started right on time and ended a few minutes shy of 8:45. Overall, I enjoyed the class. It was mostly women for the Saturday boot camp, which I found on Class Pass. The instructor is a man and he's no-nonsense. Haha. Everyone participating in class was nice. It wasn't a "warm" environment but it seems like there's a community there. Overall, a good workout. I definitely would've liked more explanation about where things were, additional modifications for my bar, etc. But I got the job done!

This was my first time at this F45 location, second time attending a Mont Blanc Monday workout…read more However, I really liked this studio much more than the first one I visited. I liked that there was alot of natural light coming in from the window. Upon walking in, I was greeted by the owner Scott who cracked lots of jokes about my 64oz water bottle (it's a huge bottle!) I was acquainted with the studio by Scott and he gave me the run down of membership at the end. Him and the instructor Jay were super great at motivating and modifying workouts and posture throughout the session. There seemed to be a great community here -- everyone was so nice! The place was also really clean and well maintained. Bring your own water bottle 64oz or not -- they have a water station. They also provide microfiber towels and disinfectant spray so you can clean as you go. Additionally parking is free in Alexandria on the weekdays except 4-7pm and F45 has their own dedicated parking space. I was on the fence about F45 but I think after this visit I'm going to join in their 45 day challenge starting 2/5/24! It's a sweaty, fun time here that really makes you feel in shape!

I consistently have an excellent workout here…read more The coaches are all consistently upbeat, nice, and helpful. I like how the coaches make sure form is correct, people push themselves, and workout safely. The workouts are never boring since they are different everyday. The music gets me pumping and the atmosphere is always clean and positive.

The fam wanted to try boxing, and Urban Boxing came through with an hour long complimentary class…read more The facility is a nice size - with several punching bags, mats and a boxing ring. Of course, because of Coronavirus, you have to wear your mask throughout the class which makes breathing while beating the crap out of the punching bag a little difficult, but it's for safety! With this being my first time, Crane wrapped up my hands and I was on my way. Ariel, the instructor, was awesome! Don't let her small stature fool you! We started out with a bit of warming up, and then, between each exercise, additional cardio is sprinkled in. For example, after a 1,2 exercise, get ready to do 15 burpees or jump squats. Boxing was cool, and I definitely got more than what I expected. Not sure if I'll add boxing to my exercise routine, but glad I got the experience.

Urban Boxing Bethesda is great. The instructors are friendly and knowledgeable. The students are…read moreof all ages and very supportive of each other. An excellent workout!