Basically the antithesis of Planet Fitness. Family owned sine the 1970's, this is the gym you go…read moreto if you want to lift heavy and not have to worry about someone yelling at you for making noise or dropping weights. Wayne is the owner and is about one of the nicest men I have ever met. He is always kind, open, and willing to shoot the shit with you after a workout. The gym is decently sized and although a lot of the equipment is older, there is plenty of it, and all of it works well. Three squat racks (four if you count the cage), three flat benches, multiple inclines and military presses, dumbbells up to 150lbs, dedicated deadlift station, and more. There is an aerobics room in the back. You can also buy shakes, pre-workout, etc from the front. There are also tanning beds upstairs. Wayne also runs a U-Haul business out of there, so if you have any moving needs, he can help with that as well. All around the best gym I have ever been to. Wayne became a good friend to me while I lived in Westlake and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there.

Recently joined Genesis. I've had a great experience so far. I have tried many group classes and…read moreenjoyed 90% of them. Everyone working here seems happy. The facilities are clean. There are many locations around the city to chose from.

I started working out with Jess in October of 2017. The environment is unlike any place I have ever…read moreworked out before! Her workouts are so creative and you will never get bored in here. She motivates me to wake up early each day and push myself. Jess will not let you take the easy way out, and she will push you past what you thought were your limits. She makes sure that your form is correct so that you get the most out of the exercises. She knows her clients well and will provide modifications if clients have any physical limitations. Small group classes become your friends and gym family!! If you're not sure where you fit in when it comes to a gym environment, you will most certainly find your home here at SWJ!!

I have been working out with Jess for years. She's a great trainer and her work outs are different…read moreeach session. She trains beginners and those in great shape giving each person a workout to meet their needs and goals. Her group sessions are fun and the others in the work outs are supportive. I have gone to the gym many times when I didn't feel like working out because I knew once I got there Jess would motivate me and because I wanted to see the others in my work out family. This isn't a gym mill where they run through so many people an hour giving everyone the same work out. Jess truly cares about her clients and often develops personal relationships with them and is willing to change/modify work outs for people's situations.

Awesome box. Super clean and everyone was very friendly. Great place to get a good workout inread more

Incredible gym. I was new to CrossFit and they were great at teaching the movements and…read moretechniques. I have tried out other CrossFit gyms in other locations and while many gyms are good, this place is great. Their level method approach scales the work out in one of the best ways. It truly allow a great workout for any level of fitness. Everyone is very friendly and encouraging and I would recommend this place to everyone.

Shelby is the best trainer and trigger point specialist I have ever had. He takes great care of his…read morecustomers and goes the extra mile. My pain is so much better these days and I attribute it to his work with me. His knowledge of muscles and how they work is top notch. He explains in detail what muscle he is working on and how it is related to the pain I may be having on a given day. So glad I found him!

Just started here, and so far so good. Love our personal trainer Tressie.read more

As I was visiting LC, I was looking for a yoga studio to practice at and came across this gem in…read morethe heart of downtown. I attended the Intro to Ashtanga class and it was a great class. A good flow for slow build up and then we hit different areas of the body as the teacher shared little nuggets of the benefits of the various poses. Overall, it was a great space and I will be back!

The yoga center of Lake Charles is amazing. Find health, relaxation, peace, physical strength and…read moremany more benefits. The main teacher and owner leads class tailoring to everyones needs. She gives modifications for injuries and a variety of levels according to your strength and flexibility. Susan is also a fantastic teacher who really connects the mind, spirit, and body. You leave her classes feeling like you're floating on top the world and have fully rejuvenated.

This is such a wonderful space to start or build your yoga practice. They offer several different…read moretypes of yoga classes, and the schedule is flexible for people who work crazy hours. Every single instructor is helpful and they all provide such great classes. Mantra has such a welcoming environment, from the owner to the instructors to the fellow yogis practicing along side of you. Cannot recommend a better yoga center to support!

The perfect blend of traditional practices of yoga with ongoing learning methods. 100+ years of…read morecombined teaching experiences! All levels welcome and able.

This studio has the BEST name ever! I came for a vinyasa class. Everyone was so welcoming…read more Stephanie is a great teacher! I was worried when I learned vinyasa was faster flow, but I was able to keep up with her cueing and demoing. The other people in the class were very nice too when they learned I was visiting and a novice in yoga. I was able to borrow mats and blocks for class. It was "fitness-y" enough for me to get a sweat, too (in a non-heated class). I wanted to buy a bunch of shirts but there was only one left in a size I was looking for, so I got it for my friend Sarah S. who teaches yoga. It's yoga, y'all!

Really nice slow flow (vinyasa) with options for modifications or up leveling. If anyone makes the…read moredrive between Houston and Lake Charles, this is a great way to relieve stress, tension and pain. Highly recommend this studio.

I have been a member for years. The only gym that I have found where my 10 year old can work out…read morewith me. The gym is always clean and I can honestly say that I have never encountered an unfriendly staff member.

Me & my husband come to inquiry a membership on 3/7 the young lady took our name and a young man…read moregave us a quick walk threw .We waited 2 weeks nothing,so i called girl took info again said if didnt hear back by Thursday call them back this was on a Monday , Now here 3 weeks still no return call We were going join but asdociate could not give the prices . This is a place of business, and busy but poor customer service skills ....