I have been going to Octagon for a few months now for Krav Maga and I look forward to going every…read moreweek. I have lost weight, gained muscle, and I feel more confident knowing how to defend myself. The atmosphere is very friendly and the instruction is great, I never leave a class dissatisfied. For someone who hates getting on a treadmill like me, this is the perfect way to stay in shape while learning and having fun.

Octagon is a great place to find your workout. I take Krav Maga. I am new at it, but totally enjoy…read morelearning the techniques that I can apply in real life! The classes are offered at various times throughout the week, which can accommodate anyone's schedule.

Love the "no class" vibe. I was confused how it would work at first and am still a little…read moreintimidated to show up without a trainer there but I've only been for 2 sessions so far. Now there are no excuses to show up because I can never be late!

Great quick and effective workout. No scheduled times needed, you show up and the coaches add you…read moreinto the 9 Round circuit. You have a coach guiding you throughout the workout. In 30 minutes you get a good workout and some stress relief punching and kicking stuff.

Erica Dixon's fitness classes have changed my life! Her Zumba classes are hands down the most fun…read moreand challenging Zumba classes that I've ever taken. Not only are her choreography and songs are amazing, but the other people that attend her classes are encouraging and friendly. I've also done her fit camp classes and those are difficult yet effective for building endurance and strength. She offers online classes during the pandemic and they had been equally as enjoyable.

Erica is the most energetic Zumba instructor in the area and I love going to her classes! The…read morelocations are offered at a gym at Bethesda school on Tuesdays and Thursdays and then also at Learning Tots Academy on Mondays and Saturdays. I have been going to these classes for years and I am so happy to get my Latin dance and exercise fix at Erica's classes. The choreography is amazing, the energy fills the room and what I love is that it is a no-frills class in a simple gym for all shapes and sizes. She also does not play traditional Zumba music all the time and I love the mix of hip-hop, Afro beats, Soca and Beyonce. Erica's smile lights up a room and her energy is contagious. She is in demand as an instructor and you can tell form her Zumba Zin tours that she is always on the move. She also teaches cycle classes at Sync Studio and hosts boot camps at E fit 4 life. Erica's mom and close friends run the check-in area and you sign up online at Mind Body. There are deals offered where you can stock up on classes or buy them for $8 each. Erica also has themed birthday dance parties on the last Thursday of the month en special events for Halloween and other holidays. She runs an email list for the 2000 attendees of her classes and sends out announcements via email and Facebook. Erica also does the halftime show at the Charlotte basketball game and has lead dance parades at the Caribbean Festival in Raleigh. I could go on and on but the point it, buy a class, put on your dancing shoes, and get out there and shake and jump and dance your heart out. You will be glad you did.

I have been working with Coach Lamont for two years now and I don't know where I would be without…read morehim. He is so passionate about teaching and he loves what he does... which really shows. It is rare to find a coach that truly wants their fighter to be better than they ever were. He works just as hard to bring out the strengths that his clients have as well as rounding out the areas that could use improvement. If you want your life changed, Coach Lamont is the coach for you!!

I've trained at Chapel Hill Gracie Jiu Jitsu many times over the past 15 years. The instructors are…read moretop-tier both in terms of their knowledge and their ability to provide a safe, welcoming and effective training environment. Mazi is a legend of local martial arts, Jake Whitfield is one of most well-rounded teachers of martial arts in the world, and everyone on the team is a positive, helpful person. Whether you're brand new or a black belt, this is a great place to train.

From day one I've been so pleased with how protective the Instructors are of women's safety in…read moreclasses and rolling. I LOVE the new women's self defense class run by Meghan an amazing brown belt female instructor. I honestly started not knowing anything 3 years ago, fell in love with the art and challenge and now I'm getting my first blue belt stripe.

Not for me. So I get how people can feel they have a good workout here and a cardio class will have…read morethem feeling good afterward and the place is overall clean so that's the two stars. But my experience was after signing up for a free class someone contacts me via text. They are asking some questions just general and seeing if I had questions so seemed off to a decent start. When I arrive for the class. They immediately wanted my id and some fitness background information as I went to wrap and put on my gloves they said I couldn't wear my own gloves. I had to wear 9round gloves. So I get told that they would do a loaner pair today for me to take the class and then when we were done if I signed up they would "give me my own with my sign up" the way this was worded was exactly like that. . Well there is not any type of stretch we just jump onto the first station as you guessed there are 9. It's just flowing through each station hiit style. I much prefer bag and partner work. Anyway at station 8 my legs were cramping and I was told I could stretch after .. After it was immediately time to try to sign me up on the spot not stretch. First of all the gloves that I was told I'd be "given" w my sign up actually cost $150- but $75 if I signed up right then and there. The overall pricing is high and it's not really worth the money imo. Following the class I got a text from the original girl who I had been communicating with and was there at the time of my class which was fine. Following that I got a text from someone else who works there who wasn't there telling me how great I did etc.. (weird) and then after that another msg using someone's " ring name" It's an overpriced cardio class for people who want to box but not really. It's not form/skill oriented but if you're solely looking to switch it up and drop some weight it would probably be okay for you.

I absolutely love this place. The staff is amazing and always encouraging! You never do the same…read moreworkout and there are no class times! Also, NO ONE JUDGES YOU-just encourages

Best gym for the money spent that I have ever joined. Most require…read moreextra $$ for a trainer to assist during the workout. 9Round doesn't. The workouts are not boring. It is a circuit of 9 stations 3 mins at each and the routine at each station changes daily. The trainers challenge everyone to keep going so your best and modify workouts for the i individual if necessary. It is a nonjudgmental zone. Everyone is at different levels and all are zoned in on their own workouts not someone else. It is a great mental and physical workout. I challenge you to stop by for a free workout and see for yourself. You won't regret it-if you are committed to make a change.

If you want to conveniently get your butt kicked. Come here…read more Trainers on the floor involved in making sure you're getting the best workout possible in 30 mins. Do you have what it takes ? 30 mins for the best total Body workout ‍ in town. 9 stations of 3 minute interval training. No experience ? No worries. The trainers will lead you and teach you. Give them a try! First session is on the house!

this place is much needed for the community. the trainer has full classes and great one on one…read moresessions. very professional atmosphere

I started with Rodney in December and from the jump he was very patient. I have lost nearly 30 lbs…read morewith his personal training sessions just twice a week. I recently started his Cardio Kickboxing Class and it has been fun. I can already tell a difference in my energy level. I have never had a trainer pay so much attention to detail.

I signed up for the free 6 week challenge. You are required to put a large deposit down that you're…read moresuppose to get back if you complete the challenge and follow their plan. I completed the challenge and was pressured to sign up for a year membership. I declined to do so at the moment. And they declined to return my deposit. The classes were great. But they didn't do what I was told they would do when I signed up for the challenge. I'm very disappointed. This is not a free challenge. They will not give you your money back!

June 2022 will mark one year since I've joined this gym and I couldn't ask for a better community…read moreof fitness enthusiasts and coaches who sincerely care for your health and well-being. I consider them family. Each class is challenging yet fun and the coaches are with and pushing you to you beat each round. Coming to this gym 3x a week is a highlight for me and the benefits have been amazing - physically and mentally. My endurance has increased drastically and so has my mental strength, and these benefits have carried over in my personal and professional life as well. I encourage you to try just once - you'll be hooked, I guarantee it!