VIDA Ballston delivers a consistently high-quality fitness experience, and SweatBox is one of the…read morebest HIIT classes in the area. The facility stands out for its attention to detail. The bathrooms and locker rooms are well-designed and clean, and the co-ed sauna and steam room are a major plus. The filtered water stations are always cold and well-maintained, and the smoothie bar is convenient. The reception staff are always friendly! SweatBox is intense, well-structured, and thoughtfully run. The music and variety keep me coming back. Providing ear plugs and cold eucalyptus towels are the many small touches that go a long way during this high-energy HIIT workout. Coach Gwen and Coach Mike are excellent instructors -- clear, motivating, and attentive to form. There are 3 other class studios and dozens of more fitness classes. I have enjoyed the yoga classes, especially Restorative and Deep Stretch. Chris also runs a great BodyPump class -- strong pacing and consistent energy. Overall, VIDA Ballston combines diverse programming with quality facilities and good service. Yes things break or require maintenance, but the team is constantly communicating this and working to upkeep their facility. Highly recommend!

Don't know what to say other than I did not like the instructor. He spoke about sex the entire time…read moreand I found it VERY unprofessional.

I had the opportunity to go to this location a couple of times and thought wow it is a super nice…read moregym. Until I asked my friend how much they charge here and I was shocked. This gym charges way above market rate for a luxury gym. Don't get me wrong - the gym has super nice equipment, great staff, a cold plunge (very small though), and a hot tub. My issue with this location is for the price that you pay, I would expect the following three things: 1. A nice pool - for the price, I would expect at least an indoor lap pool and even an outdoor rooftop pool. For a lifetime that is supposed to be the highest tier, it should have all of the bells and whistles. 2. Less people at the gym: It is crazy how packed this gym gets. I understand that the location is central in Clarendon but you shouldn't have to wait for equipment when you're paying hundreds of dollars a month. 3. Multiple sport courts: For the price you pay, you should be getting full scale courts such as pickleball, basketball, tennis, etc. This gym should be a luxury club with full scale amenities. Keep in mind that this is coming from someone who used to be a Lifetime member, and I have been to 5+ Lifetime locations including ones in the same tier as Clarendon. I remember I paid way less and had the luxury of a pool/never having to wait for equipment.

The only con about this place is the price, which is considerably above market, even for a luxury…read moregym. The mens locker room is large, luxurious, and stocked with essentials like towels, razors, mouthwash, and other toiletries. The cold spa is a little small, with an occupancy of 4, but the hot tub spa can probably fit 5-10 people. The staff are all great and helpful. The gym is cleaned very well and often. In terms of the equipment there is pretty much everything you could want. There is a tank sled, about 12-15 platforms (many are taken for classes however), bumper plates, SSB, trap bar, football bar, an assortment of machines with the main provider technogym. Cardio equipment looks mostly standard to me, treadmills, stair stepper, assault bikes, stationary bikes, ellipticals. In the specialty equipment realm this gym has a belt squat machine, which is definitely cool to see. There are not really any cons to this gym, even the parking really isnt that bad. the garages are typically not even 50% full when ive gone. Clarendon lifetime is a luxury gym that comes at a luxury+ price. i dont think you can join this gym for less than 250/month which is definitely top of market.

Overall it is a good gym, the equipment is good and I normally don't have to wait to use mine too…read morelong even during peak hours, it's clean and spacious. The trainer I had, I had a free one hour introductory session but he kept acting like he wanted to leave early even though this was my first time at the gym in a while. He kept basically asking "are we done here?" before the hour was up. Also another time I asked if he could quickly show me how to safely use a new machine and he refused saying I had to book a paid session for that. I later got injured on that machine and had a couple of near misses. Also in the steam room it's not obvious where the steam comes out so if you sit in the wrong place you can burn your ankles.

I've been coming here for a while, and the recent renovation has completely transformed this gym…read more It honestly feels like a brand new place. Everything is cleaner, brighter, and much more modern, which makes a huge difference in the overall workout experience. The upgraded equipment is a big highlight, plenty of new machines, well-maintained free weights, and more space so you're not constantly waiting around. The layout is also much more functional now, with designated areas that make it easy to move through your workout without feeling cramped. The staff has been great throughout the transition, friendly, helpful, and clearly invested in making sure members are happy with the changes. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the renovation. If you've been here before, it's definitely worth coming back to check it

This personal training organization really works for me. I have difficulty motivating myself,…read moreknowing what to do, and maintaining the proper form. I didn't want to join yet another gym when my needs are simple. I like the pay-as-you go feature of the service as it motivates me to keep going. I've been going for about five months and can tell a difference in my strength and confidence level in movement. My trainer is Rob Graveline, and he has been terrific. He's very knowledgeable and focused on what I need.

Pretty stoked about this place…read more I've seen a number of gyms and trainers off/on over the years, but this team has it *dialed in*, in all directions. Method Fitness business communication is absolutely professional -- from person-to-person communication, to email, to text alerts/reminders, even being greeted at door, it's all easy, correct, and smooth. My intake interview alone basically "sold" me -- Mateo and talked a lot, I unloaded a ton of stuff about details and goals and issues, and he heard every damn word and absolutely nothing was missed. Zero. He then rolled it into a perfect trainer selection for me. No surprises. I get text reminders about the sessions, and all the staff work together as a team, as a single team, from the moment you walk in the door. The facilities are perfect for meeting fitness goals. It's not a zoo of machines and noise and clutter and random people. There's plenty of space and all the right tools are there. There may be few other people there during my time slot, I feel like my trainer and I 'own' the the whole gym. No waiting for anything. No distractions, no wasted time. Where Method *really* shines is the quality of their programming. I came in with all sorts of history, glitches, ideas, and goals, but they surprised me with more. My beastly and superb trainer, Jack Walter, pays laser attention and is addressing stuff in *hours* that I had not fully seen, and uncovers things I never even noticed! And then he immediately finds a way to address it. The excitement of "actually getting somewhere" is real. These Method guys are *not* picking some rando workout plan out of a hat: it's absolutely tailored. I can't tell you how encouraging this is and how much hope it builds. For older folks, they put a special eye on mobility, injuries, and chronic issues and then target them for fixes. Speaking of workout plan -- I didn't know Method, and they didn't know me, and they had the steady professional foresight to schedule in a few "figure things out" sessions to see where I was, and how I responded to training before -- I repeat, before -- starting a regular routine. This way, they know the regular plan will address my particular needs, and that I'll respond to it successfully. Like I said: Absolutely Professional. Short Story, this is all after just a few weeks. I walked into this place thinking "OK, I'll try a handful of sessions" ....and now? My weights are going up every time. My flexibility and stability are improving. And I feel like I am going to be like the other people we see in the comments who go long and deep with this team. Really hope to see you in the gym! Get in for the free consult! All the best to your success!

It is awesome to be able to exercise in a small class format (no more than 10), with other amazing…read moreand strong women, while getting direct trainer support from truly talented trainers. This gym is the best!

If you're looking for an affordable gym with a community-supportive environment and a nonstop fun…read moreatmosphere, this is the gym for you! Whether you're an athlete or a beginner you want to try StarFit. Still not sure? Call and set up an interview where YOU can beck out THEM out; the facility and the trainers. I was so pleased with my interview I called an let a friend who lives nearby know how much I liked my workout and she signed up based on my recommendation. You're welcome!

When I moved to Arlington I wanted to scope out all of the gyms in the area, which the city isn't…read moreshort on gyms. I ended up choosing Gold's Gym because of price and the fact it has a sauna. Though it sucks that unlike Planet Fitness, Gold's Gym isn't 24hrs. Which is a shame because this place is almost always crowded unless you go before the crack of dawn, which is what I decided to do. I would go in sooner but they don't open until 5am on the weekdays and I have work at 6:30am. I feel that there's an appetite personally to have this gym open 24hrs personally. I do like that there's free parking and compared to the Gold's Gym in Claredon, this location is leagues better. There is also a sauna which is great and there's 3 main floors that offer different options to do your workout. Towels are available but you need to ask front desk for one which feels like a pain. I feel they could just leave the towels somewhere in the locker room but they don't but that seems like an easy fix especially considering that there's a bin for the dirty towels to go.

There had been serious problems with a/c not working for almost 2 years. It seems to be much better…read morenow. But now for the last 6 months or so I notice dust and dirt on either side of belt of all treadmills as well as in the exercise room. I have mentioned this to the front desk staff as well as their manager and also done a survey. The front desk staff member told me the manager is not replying to her and asked me to contact him directly. The manager responded to my 2nd email when I had asked for his manager's contact and then said he will take care of the issue. But that has not happened. A lady who responded to my negative survey on email said dust and dirt on treadmills will be taken care of. I replied to that email that it has not been. It has been months. It is a health hazard in my opinion when you are using the treadmill and there is dust and dirt (from it not being cleaned on a daily or even a weekly basis) near the belt.

I really can't…read more While I love many things about Club Studio (specifically CS4 classes with Bri, the sauna, some hot Pilates classes I've taken before with pretty much anyone but Holly, and more, their policies and the inconsistent enforcement of them makes me want to scream. Today, I had the unfortunate experience of having to speak to Sarina (or Sabina - couldn't really hear), Victor, and, finally, Ranya (I think there are two here so not sure which one this is) about an issue they refused to resolve. I only like CS4 with certain instructors. At the last minute, they added a sub to the CS4 schedule. I didn't want take class with that sub. They're better for other formats. So, I call to ask to be removed from the class. Apparently, it's a problem. Long story, short: they wouldn't remove me because they still offer the class and I called within the 12 hours. But y'all changed the schedule with less than 12 hours of notice? Like... I continue to be floored by the behaviors and actions of the managers/supervisors here. They're so inconsistent. There was a tornado warning and inclement weather earlier this year and they were like, "well, we're open so if you cancel within 12 hours, you'll be charged." Sighhhh Also, showers haven't been as clean lately and routinely smell like urine.

first time I came here I took a HIIT course, which was absolutely amazing. I love the ambience. I…read morelove the vibes, and the instructor was on point with the playlist the whole class. I then took a reform class, which I did not know was going to be as challenging as possible, but I think I like it more than solidcore. The overall aesthetic of the gym is kauteee and still in good shape. Will definitely be back

Had a great cycling class with Lindsay! It was my first time so I came early and was given a quick…read moretour of the space. Once the room was open I was taken to my bike and someone explained how to adjust it to my height, as well as how to clip in my bike shoes. The class itself was a great balance of speed and climb intervals, and a fun way to move your upper body to the beat as well. Halfway through we did a small arms session with 2 pound weights. Overall I thought it was a well balanced 45 minute class! Our instructor Lindsay talked to us afterwards and introduced herself, which I really appreciated! She explained each instructor teaches their classes differently so you'll never feel that you've take the same class twice. Everyone we interacted with was so friendly and welcoming, and I can't wait to continue coming here!

I had an amazing experience at Hustle! My company offered a discounted class during our Fall…read moreFestival week and I signed up! Hustle is conveniently located underneath Amazons HQ2 building right near Pentagon City Mall. It's an easy walk from the metro as well. Upon arrival, the staff was super friendly and energized. Check in was smooth. They offer lockers for your convenience to store your belongings. They have very clean restrooms as well. The spin room is a large size. There are tons of bikes. They provide you with towels and they sanitize after each class. Our instructor, Lorenzo, was AMAZING! His energy definitely kept me motivated even when I felt like stopping. It was a wonderful 45 min workout. I was drenched in sweat! I enjoy the fact they incorporate weights within the spinning. It was a great overall workout! Bring your water! I'll definitely be back!

Machines broken for weeks. The bicep machine and the leg press. They don't seem to care about…read morefixing them. It's awful.

PF generally is a nice gym. While I wish like others they had free weights and dumbbells at least…read moreup to 100. I go there bc when I travel in the US, PF is like Starbucks they are everywhere, and all have the same basic equipment. I go to various PFs in the area on my way to work or an event where it saves time being close to DC over working out in FXBG and fighting post 7 am traffic. This Arlington PF is a little smaller feeling than the others I've visited (to date 5 in VA and 1in FL) but one of the cleanest I've visited. The locker room is clean to include the shower and the shower head is high to accommodate tall ppl. And the lockers were nice w a good mix of small and long versions. The long ones have enough room to where I could hang my suit inside wo it bending or sticking out abs me having to force the door close. The atmosphere was quiet. Even the music seemed lower than normal but I wear headphones most of the time. The gym goers minded their own biz. Didn't see a lot of talking and socializing like I do in many others. The equipment was clean and the floor was great for dropping dumbbells . You do have to pay for parking. I got there at 7 am and parked across and along the street. $1.80 for an HR and 45 mins wasn't bad. I would go again. (Edited review bc I Found typos)

Probably the best deal in the region. I checked out a bunch of other gyms such as OrangeTheory (2…read morelocations), Gold's and Fitness Together in Georgetown, and Ambitious Athletics downtown closer to my work. I did my homework! These other gyms were all different versions of just okay for my needs, although I will note that Ambitious Athletics is well-run and a solid choice, and Fitness Together is lovely if you have big $$ and don't mind a perky trainer who blows smoke about your nonexistent skills, as though you were The Rock. Still, nothing really made me feel like I had found the place until I landed on Anytime Fitness. Traffic and parking: Other posters have mentioned the parking problem, and it's true, so you should make another plan. I take Metro from my job downtown, and the gym is close enough to the Rosslyn stop for an easy walk. If you drive you could try doing Park and Ride from a different stop that has a parking lot. Music: Gym, Uber, and coffee shop music has always been a sore spot for me, because I dislike most pop music lists (especially gack 80s) and most usually play it too loud. This gym keeps a pleasant club track without lyrics rolling, kind of like going to Ibiza or Mallorca but for regular people, and it doesn't trigger me as much as typical dreck coming out of overhead speaker these days. It's decent and I can ignore it, or use the rhythm to synch a machine workout. I may invest in some earbuds for my own music, but for now this is a-ok. Trainers: I'm super picky about trainers because I want someone who is friendly but not nosy, and personable without oversharing. I also don't want to be praised all the time! Some people need a lot of high-fives and good-jobs, but that feels like BS to me. I just want to work with someone who knows what they are doing, be challenged, have some quiet chitchat that isn't too deep, and leave. I think the quality of the personal training is first rate here. Equipment: It is all clean, functions well, and there is a variety between machine systems and free weights. Bathrooms and showers are clean. I almost always bring my own towel, but I forgot it once and their towels were fine (and free!). Overall it was the best I found in the region, and although I wanted a spot in DC, I don't mind hopping on Metro to visit Virginia once in a while and go here. I hope this review helps them get more clients, because it seems quiet most times that I'm there. Obviously I don't want to have to wait for machines, either, but they could use a few more folks to ensure that it keeps running for many years to come.

This place is conveniently located in the busy city of Rosslyn--traffic isn't so bad at 6 AM but…read moreyou may find it difficult to get out of Rosslyn if you leave around 8-9. Rush hour is brutal here. Make sure you park at the 1919 N Lynn St entrance to get partially validated parking. If you come during the odd hours it is $1; otherwise it is $3.