I have been seeing Bruce Ceja for a "stretching/soft Pilates" session twice a week for 9 weeks,…read moreafter my spinal fusion surgery. The results have been amazing and if you want to be stretched in a way you have never been stretched before I cant recommend it enough. I can play golf again! Now I have to remember how!!

The best workout of your life! Boot camp, strength classes or boxing cardio. Great workout…read moreenvironment. Sign up and see for yourself.

I'll give them this: It's an efficient workout. But damn, they sure make you feel like a cog in the…read morefitness-for-profit-not-wellness machine. Describing OTF as an impersonal exercise experience is an understatement. "Coach" is what they call the hour-long session facilitators which is pretty funny because they are just human stop watches who are programed to regurgitate platitudes about working hard and reaching goals to the blasting soundtrack of medlied synthesized remixes of synthesized remixes of occasionally recognizable pop radio tunes. There is one in particular at the Norwalk store (and it IS a store) who sounds like Lady Gaga as a state fair auctioneer. She is truly insufferable. There are a couple who let their humanity escape during the 3-minute stretching activity that wraps up each session. If you have even the hint of an injury, STAY AWAY. It is clear that the workouts are generated by corporate teams (I suspect they include more marketer and shrinks than fitness gurus) in some headquarter office. Lip service is paid to obvious modifications such as push-ups from your knees instead of toes, but the "coaches" simply do not have time to address anyone's individual needs. They often have three separate groups working on activities that are measured in increments of seconds. Each class accommodates 25 participants. There is no cushion between sessions. They run about a dozen classes per weekday. The full price is $30 per session but discounts for volume purchases and monthly subscriptions are available. I bought a package of 30 sessions on a whim, and it felt like a ball and chain until I used them up. No matter what you hear from OTF enthusiasts who distinguish themselves by driving around town with OTF car magnets, there is NOTHING fun about this workout. Expect to spend 20-30 minutes on a treadmill facing a wall, up to 20 minutes on a rower staring at the asses of the 12 people on treadmills, and the balance of your session (except for the aforementioned 3 minute "stretch") doing "floor work" which often involves dumbbells and no guidance other than an GIF on a computer monitor. Leave your headphones at home since "coaches" will be shouting time increments at you over the music throughout the entire workout. Oh. Right. The Orange part. You earn "splat" points when your heart rate exceeds 83%. This shows up in orange or red on the monitors that display each participants' heart rate monitor activity. Oh yeah, you have to buy a $99 OTF heart rate monitor to participate. No other brand will do. The goal is to earn at least 12 "splat" points during your 60 minute workout. But seriously, you don't need OTF to earn "splat" points. You can exercise anywhere with any old heart rate monitor and a phone app to produce the same (and much more pleasant) experience without the high price tag and the gimmicky name. Try to stay above the 83% range for 25% of a one-hour workout and you have a DIY OTF workout. Plus, you get to listen to your own music, revel in your own thoughts and maybe even spend a little time outdoors! As a person who is fascinated by the science of efficiency, I have to admit that I admire the organization. But don't be fooled for one second: Orange Theory Fitness was not designed to support fitness, it was designed to support Orange Theory. OTF participants, as the Phil Elliott character says in the end of the movie North Dallas Forty, are "the equipment." If that works for you, go for it. It felt super icky to me.

I guess I'm not that new anymore so I'll update my review with my experience over the last few…read moremonths. OTF in general is a great workout and I've had a good experience at the Norwalk location. I personally have an issue with getting bored with routine and repetition so that is where OTF has really helped me; no two workouts are the same and you never know what to expect on that day. The coaches in Norwalk are great and are very motivational/supportive. Though it is rather expensive, I do feel like it's been worth it for me.

I can't say enough good things about Orangetheory Westport. The team made me feel completely…read morewelcome when I walked in with my unrealistic goals. The coaches genuinely care and guide you with real, personalized attention...correcting form, encouraging progress (thanks Elana for today!) and keeping the energy high. It's not just the playlists! Huge shoutout to Elana, Frank, Adrian, Ben, Jasmine, Char, Josh, and of course, STEPHANIE! Only critic is I would love a synchronized row-specific class but I understand we can't have everything in life.

Excellent location and staff. It's not my home OT yet they treated me beautifully and included me…read morein their Transformation Challenge materials, which my home studio does not even offer. This location has lots of space and a great variety of trainers. I'd recommend parking in next door lot as going in / out can be tricky. Wish I went to this location much sooner. I'd have been hooked from the start.

Do yourself a favor and sign up for any of the amazing classes at JoyX and watch your body and soul…read moretransform! My only regret is that I didn't find this place sooner. This is the fitness studio that I've been searching for and I am so happy to have finally found it. You'll get a killer workout from motivating, talented, knowledgeable trainers who will push you to places that you didn't even know existed. What I love the most about JoyX is that there's no hemming or hawing- the classes are straight forward, designed to kick your butt and get you in and out in 50 minutes. The amenities are amazing! There's a beautiful lobby with cubbies for you to place your belongings. If you're not comfortable doing that there are lockers with locks for you to store your valuables. There's also a beautiful bathroom with showers, towels, razors, shaving cream, soap, lotion, q-tips, baby wipes and a blow dryer! They make it so easy for time crunched, busy individuals to get their workout in without having to worry about anything. If you're thinking about signing up for a class-- do it! This is one of the best places to go if you're serious about fitness in a healthy, motivating, encouraging atmosphere :) All of the instructors are amazing but I highly recommend Ashley, Amber, Mo, Tony and Armond!

This is my absolute favorite place to work out. Is it easy? Not one bit! That's why it's great! The…read moreworkouts are super challenging and push you to try new things and reach new limits. Regardless of the teacher, you're in for a stellar workout. My favorite , is Joy X with Armond. So good!

There's something truly magical about this gym and trainers! They pushed me harder then ever but…read moresomehow made it feel norma! it's like they tapped into making me use my own strengths and abilities! For me there's nothing more refreshing than the being inspired and not forced! Being driven to your best potential and being reminded that it takes skill to help people dig into their strengths! All American Athletes is a gym that promotes a lifestyle change and not a quick fix! They set a bar!! then make u do a pull up!! 5 stars cause I can't do 10! thank you for my results

If you are looking for a gym where you can get a great workout and be a part of a fun, motivating…read morecommunity this is the place for you. The bootcamp classes are challenging and will help get you into shape no matter how athletic you are today. All of the teachers- I took classes with Ellis and Reggie- are extremely patient and supporting. They take the time to make sure you are doing the exercises properly, and give custom workouts even within one class to make sure everyone is appropriately challenged based on their fitness level. Last but not least, you will no doubt become great friends with the other bootcampers. It's a supportive group of people which is just about the best motivation you can have to get out of the house and make it to the gym. The unlimited monthly class pass is the best deal and is worth every penny. Do yourself a favor and join this gym!

I keep seeing advertisement for Bodywise By Betty. I signed…read moremy two boys up for a camp and they both said it was the worse camp they have ever done. Arriving the woman running the place (i assume Betty) ignored us for at least 10 minutes. She was busy writing, with the other kids and ordering a teenager on how to do things. Kids that were already there for camp were exercising on machines built for adults like the elliptical. In my opinion completely not safe for anyone younger than 10. So for the Day... my kids said they were on the machines for most of the morning. Then they took a walk to a local restaurant eat lunch. Came back and they played games then watched a movie until I picked them up. Oh then they exercised again. My kids said that the teenager there ran the camp mostly. The adult (I'm assuming Betty) was behind the desk the entire time. I've written a review on here before and it always gets deleted. I say save your money. Spend a little more on a camp that you know you're kids will benefit from. Also... I was a subway one time during lunch and my friends and I had a couple tables they were saving. Betty and a group of like 12 kids stormed in and she was yelling that she had a reservation telling us to move. The employees told her that she didn't and were shocked at her behavior. She realized that we were not budging because we started eating our food and stormed out with her group of campers. This place should be shut down.

I attended one of Betty's classes once a week. It was piloxing. I only stopped going because I…read moremoved about 800 miles away :) I miss Betty's classes! Just that one class had me so toned. I going to a gym here and even lifting weights 4 times a week, but I don't have the same definition or the line down my belly I had with her class. I can only imagine if I had gone twice a week! The hour would fly by and Betty changed it up so we weren't getting bored with the same routine. If you are looking to tone up - I suggest going to her classes. She also provided some nutritional information - which reminds me to up my protein. I miss Betty's class and my tone tummy and thighs I had!

When I discover a new great place it is always with mixed feelings that I write a review -…read moreespecially because sometimes you want to protect it from other people finding it (like my former yoga studio in San Diego!)! I moved to Connecticut about 6 months ago and after two years of getting my Masters and a whole lot of sitting around, I knew I had to do something! I like nearby The Pilates Centre, read some reviews, and saw that they offered a free intro class. I had never done Pilates before (used to do Yoga quite a bit), but really wanted to try something new. Even though I felt intimidated by what I saw others doing and the machines in the room, I felt welcomed in and supported. After the trial session, I signed up for a 10 pack and haven't looked back. I am nearing session #22 with the owner, Jen, and have already seen changes in my body. I am sold on Pilates and will be remaining a loyal customer of The Pilates Centre. I always feel confident that Jen really knows what she is doing and is supportive of whatever stage I am in with my fitness. She has been incredibly motivational with getting my fitness back on track. I haven't tried any of the classes yet, but once I feel more confident I could see myself mixing class sessions in with the personal sessions. I highly recommend coming in for a trial session - you've got nothing to lose whether you are a beginner or an expert Pilates practitioner!

I never did Pilates before and l try here, the owner was very nice and gave me a free trial. I love…read morePilates, it works your entire body and helps to get some firmness which l need (l am loosing weight and need to get muscle). The place is very peaceful and the owner is very attentive to your needs plus she is kind and sweet with everyone. I highly recommend this place. The best