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    4.9 (46 reviews)
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    This gym is amazing! Nice facility, great equipment and wonderful trainer! I've been coming to Empire for almost 3 years and I can confidently say it's the best gym experience I've ever had! [[HIGHLIGHT]]As a woman, sometimes you feel intimidated to do certain workouts or don't know how to use a certain machine when you go to the gym but here you don't have to worry about that.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's no competition or comparison to anyone but yourself.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have plenty of equipment for every type of workout - whether you're into strength training or cardio. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is great for beginners to professional athletes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] On Saturdays, he even teaches a kids class that my kids have attended. They also have Jiu Jitsu classes here as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Chris, the trainer, is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to offer support and advice when needed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I tell him what my goals are and he works with me to achieve those goals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]He knows how to push me in the right way. When I don't think I'm strong enough to lift something, Chris is there pushing me because he knows I can.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I've gotten so much stronger because of him and I love the feeling! I also love it because I don't have to think about what my workout is going to be that day. Chris is there to tell me exactly what to do, how to do it and make sure that I'm doing it correctly, which is most important. I highly recommend this place to anyone who has fitness goals. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not only a gym but it's a community where you feel inspired by others to be better and be stronger![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, it's a welcoming, motivating environment, and I truly look forward to my workouts every day!

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    I went into empire for a free assessment and ended up joining immediately It has been over two months and I can honestly tell you, one of the best places hands down to train and get in shape. Knowledgeable instructors. Big facility. Plenty of parking. Variety of classes and options. Showers. ( I come in before work. Work out. Shower then go to work ) Great training facility and I highly recommend this place for your fitness needs and goals.

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    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Best gym , best trainer, best environment come train with Chris he will get you in the best shape of your life![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    This place probably needs a new Yelp page because it's under different ownership…read more Got my 7-year old son enrolled here about 3 months ago because I got tired of him playing video games and goofing off all the time. He also has trouble focusing at school and home, so wanted to give him something to keep busy. I wasn't looking to make him the next MMA champion or anything crazy. I just wanted him to learn to throw a punch and be able to defend himself, while also keeping him active. This place seems to be doing a good job with all of those. My son loves coming here and enjoys working out with other students. Coach David and Kru Stephanie are excellent with the students and seem to know how to tap into their potential. I like that they sometimes turn some training sessions into games to keep kids more engaged. All the students are nice too. I've been to some martial arts studios where some of the students act like thugs. I haven't seen seen any bad characters here. Kids/teens Muay Thai classes are held Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (sparring), and Saturday. Adult classes are held Monday thru Saturday. If you sign up here you can also take Taekwondo at Ferrer Academy, located on Lincoln Avenue near Moody Street. Such a small world because I used to train there over 30 years ago. Turns out the owner of this studio is the daughter of my former instructor. Tuition can be paid month-to-month or you can sign a 6-month or annual contract. Price is obviously better with longer contracts. Not sure if it's still offered but we were given a 2-week free trial period when we first signed up.

    I love this place! My daughter originally started taking muay thai and mma classes back in Jan 2015…read moreand she loved going to class. The instructors were always very patient, helpful and aware of all the kids. The overall vibe of this place was, and is still is amazing. She always felt part of the family and specially enjoyed kids fun nights. Every now and then, they had fun activities for the kids with jumpers and music which I thought was amazing and it gave the kids the opportunity to get to know each other better. After taking a one year break and as of today my daughter and I have re enrolled in the muay thai classes and we both can't wait to get started! Coach Johnson has always being extremely helpful and I appreciate that very much. It is people like him that go the extra mile to help someone better themselves and give us that extra push we ALL sometimes need. I highly recommend All In MMA for kids and adults, and I look forward to the epic trainings

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    This is a great place for a full-body workout, especially if you take the "Circuit" class. I have…read moretried a few of the different classes and I always get a very thorough workout. Myles is an extremely competent instructor. He always keeps the attendees of his class motivated. He explains the moves clearly. And he provides personal help if you need it or request it. Overall, this is a very effective and enjoyable way to get a thorough workout. I highly recommend it!

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