I decided to join DMV Iron a month ago to help me with my fitness goals. I started with a day pass,…read moreand decided to sign up for the early bird membership since I very rarely workout in the evening. I found the regular membership to be a bit pricey, so was glad that they have other options. This location is small, but it gets the job done with all of the equipment options. 4 stars

A group of us were in town for the weekend, and had heard great things about this gym and it did…read morenot disappoint! The location is huge, and has ton of machines and free weight options. The gym itself is very clean and kept up. The branding of the gym is a very nice touch. 5

It's big and they have lots of equipment. You don't have to wait long even during peak hours…read more The boxing classes look fun. I plan to try it in the future.

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.

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!

Been coming here for a few years now and I have to say it is worth the price for me now. I've taken…read moremany of the classes to include sweatbox, Pilates, barre, Zumba, and reformer pilates, just to name a few. I still wish reformer and sweatbox were included since the price for the gym isn't cheap! The facility is always well maintained and clean. i love the saunas, though those have broken a few times the management is always quick to repair the wait is usually part related. They have a wide variety of gym equipment and weight, squat racks, etc. they also offer personal training, which I have met a few of the trainers who are super nice and welcoming. It's great to workout at a gym where you are welcomed and get to know the front desk and staff. Overall, would highly recommend.

Other than home, this is my favorite place to be! I love the…read morevariety of classes, the extensive amount of equipment (free weights, circuit weights, cardio machines) the atmosphere, the knowledgeable instructors, the music, the locker room amenities, and even the aromatics. There's something for all your senses and muscle groups. There is even a Recovery Room (nominal cost) with compression equipment, muscle massagers, red light therapy rooms, and three types of cryotherapy.

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

Great gym Squash courts and foot ball courts…read more Has everything including pools etc Staff is always friendly Nice hang out spot Highly recommended

I had a very disappointing experience with the Spring Flagship at The St. James Sports Complex. The…read morecustomer service is honestly some of the worst I've dealt with at a facility like this. One of their representatives, Daisy, was especially rude and disrespectful when I tried to ask simple questions. Instead of helping, she seemed annoyed and dismissive the entire time. On top of that, their website is extremely unhelpful and rarely has up-to-date information. It makes it frustrating to try to find accurate details about schedules, amenities, or programs. The condition of the facility itself is also very disappointing for a place that promotes itself as a premium sports complex. The pool house is constantly messy and poorly maintained, and the gyms are in some of the worst condition I've seen at a facility like this. Equipment and areas often look neglected, which really makes you question how well the place is being managed. Overall, between the poor customer service, lack of reliable information on their website, and the condition of the facilities, I wouldn't recommend the Spring Flagship location. There are much better-run gyms and sports facilities in the area.

Snap Fitness Old Town Alexandria is a solid gym with a good overall vibe. It may not be a hardcore…read morepowerlifting setup, but it's well-maintained, clean, and more than sufficient for anyone serious about staying in shape. What really stood out was the staff, especially Say. He's friendly, professional, and genuinely invested in helping members and clients succeed. Overall great guy. You can tell he puts real effort into making people feel welcome and supported, which goes a long way in a gym environment. If you're looking for a convenient, well-run gym in Old Town with staff who actually care, this place is a great choice.

I've never been to Snap Fitness before. I got a pass from a hotel nearby. I'd equate this to a…read morestandard hotel gym with a little more. Of course, it's in Old Town Alexandria, so space is at a premium. It's empty at 4am...seems like the perfect time to go!

This place is really good, but it could be great. Our daughter is enrolled in swim lessons and the…read moreinstruction has been great. The pool is fully renovated and the facility is lovely. As for the other parts of the Y - they are fine, but need a facelift. The weights and machines are plentiful but the gym area could use new flooring, new equipment, fresh paint, and a deep clean. This is such a highly trafficked facility, I truly think they need to think about doing a big renovation. The sauna here is great and always in working order and I am impressed that they have free childcare on site for those who busy parents who want to workout. The staff seems lovely - I would love to see a push to renovate or build a new YMCA in this area.

The staff has been vert cordial and helpful. The facility seems very clean for what equipment I…read morehave use, cant't speak to the pool. The size of the strength and cardio area is compact but I haven't had to wait for any machines or equipment. It's cozy. Seems to be good value for what I need.

Probably the dingiest gyms I have ever been to, the only pros really for me were that the staff…read morewere all kind and helpful, parking is validated for up to 3 hours, and there is a large amount of equipment. Now about the equipment, yes they have anything and everything you could need, but it is not maintained even in teh slightest. not only is it dirty, adjustment knobs are missing so you are grabbing at threads, just everything is super worn down and ill maintained. On top of that, it is just so darn depressing in there. There are TV's lining the walls, but not a single one of them was on. On top of that I am not saying you need to blast music, ut a gym with absolutely nothing playing is painful. Then, it is a 3 floor facility, all the escalators were off, and these are not normal height floor, I would approximate that each flight is equivalent to 2 if not 3 regular floors. Will likely not be returning unless im in an absolute pinch and would definitely not recommend.

Was my 1st time at a LaA Fitness. The employees delivered…read moreexcellent customer service. Was greeted & welcomed with a positive & friendly attitude. Excellent customer service was deliver by Rayscha & Michael.

Great gym in every way! And memberships are a bargain. Great classes, great trainers and…read moreinstructors, and friendly staff. I highly recommend joining.

I am writing because the situation with one of your janitorial staff has become completely…read moreunacceptable, and I am done tolerating it. This is not a minor annoyance--this is repeated harassment, targeted behavior, and a blatant lack of professionalism from someone who has no business confronting members the way he does. This janitor has approached me multiple times in the locker room, following me around to lecture me about "making the floor wet" because I came out of the sauna sweating. Meanwhile, there are always several other members exiting the sauna at the same time, equally sweaty and using the facilities exactly the same way I am. He stares at them, says nothing, and then zeroes in on me. Every. Single. Time. Let me be incredibly clear: sweating in a gym--especially coming out of a sauna--is *normal*. Expected. Literally the entire point of the facility I'm paying to use. The fact that your employee thinks it's appropriate to tell a member to "stop sweating" is absurd. The fact that he told me to wipe down the floors myself because I was "too sweaty" is even more ridiculous. And the fact that he escalated this by running to the front desk to complain about me sweating is beyond unprofessional. He has threatened to "report me" to management for doing absolutely nothing wrong. I'm telling you right now: I will not to be harassed by an employee for using the gym properly. I will not be singled out while others are ignored. And I will not tolerate being followed or spoken to in a disrespectful, confrontational way in the locker room. I've been a loyal member here for more than three years. I pay for access to the sauna and locker room like every other member. If your staff cannot handle the incredibly basic reality that people sweat at a gym, then your training and supervision protocols need immediate attention. I expect this issue to be addressed swiftly and directly. If this continues, I will cancel my membership and make it very clear why. I am not going to keep paying for a hostile or uncomfortable environment created by an employee who seems more focused on harassing members than doing his job.

The staff here is super nice! Parking is convenient (validated lot parking). Andddd, every member I…read moreinteracted with was pretty nice. Clientele: This is definitely a gym for older adults. But these older adults be out here putting in work! Classes: I took a Bodypump class. If you've taken it once, you've taken it. Buttt I still enjoyed the class as a whole. Gym itself: okayyy, this gym is deffffff dated. It's on the smaller side, but I haven't been to the floor - only the class areas and locker room. The locker rooms are kind of gross. They smelled like chlorinated sewage and are just kinda grimy. Lots of hair (gag) and dirty lockers. Defffff bring your shower shoes. Showers have body wash/shampoo and conditioner. I also saw lotion and blow dryers and multiple scales. It's not my favorite place but I'll be back for some classes because I like OneLife's class offerings.

OneLife Old Town Alexandria update January 2026…read more Looking back to July 2025 when I first reviewed Onelife Fitness - Old Town Alexandria, VA, things have only deteriorated. Apparently corporate management determined not to allow any additional time between the end of the 11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday Tai Chi classes and the noon start of Functional Lab (on Tuesdays) and BodyPump (on Thursdays). As a result, participants in the Tai Chi classes are still in the room at 4 minutes to noon, because management has elected not to change the schedule to permit more time in between these classes. Today the Group Fitness Director was personally present before the start of the noon Functional Lab class, and deflected concerns raised by participants waiting to get set up for the noon Functional Lab. She dismissed those concerns: she imagined, hypothetically, that participants in the Tai Chi classes would reject the schedule change, saying that if the 11 a.m. class ran from 11 to 11:50 instead of 11 to 11:55 a.m., it would appear that this was a "Tai Chi Lite" class. That hypothetical seems to ignore reality; it also permits continuing disrespect shown by the Tai Chi instructor toward both her peer instructors and participants in the noon classes. As the Fitness Director personally witnessed today, the Tai Chi instructor was still holding class at 11:56 a.m., disregarding the schedule. Whether this approach is due to the Tai Chi instructor's deliberate disrespect of the incoming class (and the respective instructors) or simply her inattention to the time, management has yet to effectively address this problem.