Thanks to my Aunt De-De and Uncle Warren, I was talked into getting up pretty early last Saturday…read moremorning to meet them for a workout at Art of Strength. I didn't know what to expect other than an intense workout, and that's exactly what I received! The class I attended was split into two smaller groups. One went with Mike and one with Peter. I went with Peter and my workout included cardio (with a stationary bike, rowing machine, ski machine, and jumping jacks), lunges, upper body using a medicine ball and ropes, and a ton of squats. I liked how we kept switching exercises so I didn't get bored at all. I also liked that Peter took into account injuries of those in our group and gave them alternative exercises that were right for their situation... trainers / instructors don't always do that. The folks in Mike's group (including my aunt, uncle, cousin, brother, and a few friends) were all out of breath and dripping sweat by the end of their workout. I could tell that Mike's reputation is to be tough and kind of a smart-ass, but it works. He's a huge motivator for those in the gym. I loved the energy at AOS and I would totally workout here if I lived in Michigan full time. I was a little nervous after the workout that I'd be too sore to stand up at my sister's wedding that evening, but I felt great and had a fabulous time at the wedding... Thanks again to Peter for the workout and to Aunt De-De for motivating me to get my ass to AOS that morning!

This place is amazing…read more I've struggled with fitness and nutrition for a very long time, but this place puts it all together for you. Mike Knight and Oli took me under their wing and helped me get started. I've been going for two months and I can already see some positive results. I'm proud to be a part of the Art Of Strength family!

Powerhouse West Bloomfield does seem to be the best gym in our area…read more It's very clean. They have a pool. Lots of machines in a wide variety of choices including 2 NuSteps. Lots of space. If you've never been inside, it's deceptively small looking from outside the building and hugely spacious inside. They offer a lot of classes. Way too many tv's. Be prepared for noise and bring your own sound canceling earphones if that's an issue for you. It's a BIG gym. It has decent accessibility. The few changing rooms offered are BIG and have benches and grab bars which are really helpful if you've got accessibility challenges that make dressing difficult. The pool entrance has ladders, entrance steps, and a seat that can lower you into the pool. The women's only workout room is upstairs, just warning you, and there's no way to get there aside from walking up a flight of stairs, so I haven't seen it. What I don't like: The 3-lane pool feels small and most often has 5+ people in it even when I go between noon & 2pm, their slowest time of the day. I'm not sure the lanes are actually normal length or shorter, or maybe I'm just thrown off because the lanes are narrower than other lap pools I've used (I can't normally touch the lane dividers with both hands while swimming elementary backstroke, for example, but I do at this pool) and the pool is shallow - you can touch everywhere. This makes it great for people who can't swim because they can walk. But with all the pool walkers and the narrow lanes, it's hard to really lap swim because lane sharing is extra challenging, and there's nowhere deep enough to tread water. WEIRD bathrooms! The toilet stalls are made of frosted glass. I'm not sure if they designed that way to match the shower stalls or to discourage people from changing in bathroom stalls, but... there's not as much privacy as any other public bathroom I've ever seen. You can see which stalls are full/empty at a glance and whether the person in the stall is leaning forward to wipe, sitting, or standing. It's also quite a walk to get from the workout area to the bathrooms, which are back by the pool. They don't list their prices anywhere, and the way they always have some special deal going that's about to end soon just seems like a weird sales ploy. You can't find out the price without giving your info. Even if you go in person and ask, they have this whole song and dance where they list a higher price and cross it off and give you this "special limited time offer." I originally went to signup due to an advertised rate of $25/month for college students with ID, which I saw advertised on Facebook, but was told there was no such rate when I arrived in person. I kind of get the feeling that they pay their sales team on commission based on how high of a rate they can talk the customer into paying each month. Plus there's also a signup fee and an annual fee in addition to the monthly fee. I'm ok with all of that, I just wish they wouldn't deceptively advertise, and that they were more up front with their pricing. The sales team is uhh... thorough? Excellent at followup? They WILL call and email frequently but they stopped as soon as I asked them to - so be upfront with them! I do wish the guest passes for the higher membership could be used by guests without them scheduling the visit and having to wait for someone from sales to talk to them before and after each visit. Also, the sign in the building says guests should be new one-time visitors, but a salesperson told me over the phone that you can have the same guest come use all 4 guest passes as long as they fill out the paperwork with every visit. Not sure which is accurate, but I felt a little embarrassed to be told one thing and show up and see otherwise.

I've been a member since 2019 and just canceled mostly due to lack of communication and…read moretransparency. They sent an email to me in February 2024 stating "As we strive to provide you with the best facilities, equipment, and services, we occasionally need to adjust our rates. We are writing to inform you about a modest increase in our annual membership fee. Beginning March there will be a $10 increase to your annual fee. Your monthly dues will remain the same and will not be increased." Which was false-- my monthly membership increased by 6.95%. At a glance, that amount was not noticeable, like a tick sucking my blood. Then I was out of town not using my gym service for several months to come to find out it was put on hold and my membership was further increased by another 10.42%. So from my agreed membership fee at the time of contract signing, I'm paying more in annual 'maintenance' fees AND 16.67% more in monthly fees and not getting any more value out of the gym so I'm cutting my loss here. The thing I have the most gripe about is that it feels like it was done under my nose because 99% of the emails I receive from Powerhouse Gym are spam about sweepstakes and the Powerhouse App. If you still insist on making this your gym, carefully read your contract as it does state that they will increase your gym memberships without your consent or notice.

At TTF the trainers are very professional and dedicated to their members. If you are looking for a…read moreworkout that is concise and taps into your physical determination and agility this is the place for you. They personalize workout plans and change them up frequently so there is no plateauing. Diet and exercise go hand and hand. There is plenty of nutritional support there as well with trainers and a registered dietician.

Where else in Waterford can you find a certified personal trainer who is also a fitness instructor…read moreat Wayne State University? Rob will get you to do do things you never thought you would be able to do. He does an extensive fitness assessment to get started and plans your workouts so that you make continual progress, all the while making sure you do not get injured. He mixes it up with kickboxing, plyometrics, cardio, weights, TRX, balance work and many other techniques so the workouts are always interesting and challenging. If your goal is to lose weight, Rob can help you do this the right way with his extensive knowledge of nutrition. Studio 59 is a super clean facility with a very positive energy, several personal trainers and a wide variety of fitness equipment and classes so you won't get bored with your workouts. My only regret is that I didn't start sooner. Highly recommended!

Rob was the best!!!! He's extremely knowledgeable about everything regarding health. I'll be ready…read morefor him this time when I go back. LOL

I've been going to the W. Bloomfield pilates for 4 months now / 2X week and this is the first club…read morewhere my consistency hasn't tapered off in part because of the small group led format along with the App. providing easy registration & reminders. Don't get discouraged if your class is full...I'll get on the wait list even when i'm 2 down the line, and so far have always gotten in. When i briefly fell ill, the mgr. Kayla was understanding & accommodating and allowed my credits to continue into the next month. Each instructor has their own style which offers variety to the routine. Although this is not a strength training class, it has helped my stamina a stronger core and and a taught correct movement which makes my other sport activities easier & less prone to injury. I like these reformer machines as it's easier on the joints and organ prolapse than mat pilates. It's worth giving it a try... I had no pressure to sign up & no long term commitment.

Several Superior Pilates Instructors! Courteous Staff at…read moreFront Desk; specifically Anna and Brian!

Modern, clean gym with massage, amenities, juice bar, several pools, indoor and out. Very clean gym…read moreand spa area and great staff! Highly recommend this location

Interesting location, the staff was friendly and different from the troy location, it has three…read morefloors, there is an interesting cafe when you first walk in , it has a cozy looking atmosphere, kind of dark inside, I didn't have a chance to try any of the cardio equipment, it was just a quick visit, one day I'll enquire if they still do guess passes, I miss 24 hours but this location has always been just until midnight and it was my first time Visiting this one. I like that the elevators are close to the reception desk and right in the middle for easy access.

Great for quick work outs & long work outs after work! Great staff who makes sure all needs are met.read more

From the owner: HOTWORX is a 24-hour infrared fitness studio that provides members with access to a variety of…read morevirtually instructed infrared sauna workouts. Experience the benefits of infrared energy and heat through a 15-minute High-Intensity Interval Training session or any of our 30-minute isometric workouts, including Hot Pilates, Hot Yoga, Hot Barre, Hot Core, Hot Cycle, Hot Blast, and many more. HOTWORX studios are also equipped with a Functional Exercise Area with free weights, bands, ropes, and more! Start achieving your fitness goals and experience massive calorie burn, detoxification, pain relief, and stress reduction at HOTWORX!

This is one of the few gyms left for true fitness enthusiasts. There is plenty of classic equipment…read moreand an array of new tools for achieving most fitness goals. At many gyms, insecurity and judgement lingers in the air like the stench of day old roadkill. There is no worry of the typical douchebaggery at Orchard Fitness. If the goal is well rounded fitness and you have a general understanding of multiple types of exercise, this is the place to go. Camaraderie pours from everyone. Orchard fitness maintains a family atmosphere, but that is not the main focus. If your concern is not fitness and health and you are overly distracted by gym aesthetics or some new fad, go somewhere else. Orchard Fitness helps their clients impress their doctors, cut fat, and attain new heights of performance both mentally and physically. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a fitness model, Orchard Fitness has what you need.

I really like this gym. I started going a few months ago and enjoy that they have two sides of free…read moreweights and two sides of weight machines. The treadmills here are unique in that they have a track feature which allows you to see your progress. This gym also has good shower facilities. I recently took a Zumba class on Friday at 8:45 am and it was difficult but a lot of fun. It was my first time experiencing it so I arrived a few minutes early to introduce myself to the instructor and tell her it was my first time. Her name was Karen and she has been instructing Zumba for 7 years. She was a student of a very good Brazilian dancer and it shows. The class was animated and high energy, I struggled to keep up and will need a few more classes to get some of the moves but when I did get the moves I felt exhilarated. I stayed after to talk with Karen and she recommended that I stay on my toes and do a 4 or 8 count to keep the pace when switching moves. She wasn't harsh when the students didn't get it right she just kept smiling and kept the class moving. I'll be coming back again soon to take more lessons from her.

If you're looking to get fit and strong, and have support along the way, Reid and Chris are…read moreincredible personal trainers. They'll work with you to help you achieve your goals, and adjust your workouts as those goals change and evolve. When I started with them, I wanted to lose weight. Then I wanted to build strength and do push-ups and pull-ups and more. Then I wanted to learn to run. Then I wanted to build endurance for half marathons. Then marathons. You get the idea. Reid, my personal trainer, has been there every step of the way. They push me to get stronger, but also know when I need to slow down or take a step back to recover. I definitely recommend motiv8 fitness if you want one on one attention to crush your fitness goals.

Loved my first 4 week trial at Motiv8! I joined on a trial basis for just a couple weeks to test…read moreout the group training classes, and let me tell you I fell in love! It really is a great place to get a great workout in. I love all the trainers, (Chris, Sarah, and Reid) they are all so motivational, supporting, knowledgeable, and just fun people. The class size wasn't too big or small, and we all supported each other. I loved going to the evening classes and early Saturday morning. In my short period at Motiv8 I lost 1.8lbs, but more importantly I LOST 1.2% OF BODY FAT! That is a great feeling, also that I can now do 15 pushups before burning out - when I started I could only do 10! When the new year hits, I'll be joining! You should come join with me!

Huge thanks to my friend Ali K for suggesting we meet up for a BOL workout during my recent visit…read moreto town, and of course to Steve Alley himself for not only making me feel welcome, but for a kick ass HIIT workout early Saturday am! I am guessing that this studio likely doesn't need any more word of mouth due to the classes getting waitlisted already, but I wanted to show some love and gratitude this week anyways. Hidden in an unassuming office building complex, this studio is a local gem that offers small group sessions using the latest technology along with everything from kettlebells dumbbells, body-weight, medicine balls, cardio machines and so much more... If you're interested in pushing your body to the next level, and you want to be surrounded by likeminded folks working hard in a fun environment, check this place out... If I lived in the area, I'd absolutely make it a priority for BOL functional workouts to be part of my daily / weekly routine, but for now, I'll just drop in on occasion... See you when I'm back in town for a visit!