Went for my first class and I felt super welcomed. I was nervous beforehand, but my worries melted…read moreaway when I got there. I got oriented to the machine and the instructor was great. The class was tough and I was super sweaty by the end. I felt the burn and my muscles were shaking. Such a good workout.

I visited Virginia and signed up for a 2-week pass at this Solidcore location. The first week was…read morefantastic -- coaches Uriah Johnson (Head Coach & Community Manager), Krishna Pate, and Nathan Eldering were all amazing. They listened to my wrist injury (doctor's orders: no exercises on my hands), made thoughtful modifications, and ensured I still got a great workout. Unfortunately, my last class on July 22 with Erik Payne was a very different experience. From the start, his tone felt curt and dismissive when I explained my injury. He adjusted my setup in a way that made my modifications harder, and when I tried to get his attention, his responses felt snappy rather than supportive. Even after reminding him multiple times about my limitation, he continued to suggest exercises I couldn't do, and when I chose safe alternatives, he questioned me sharply in front of others. I became so uncomfortable that I left the class early and decided not to return for the remainder of my pass. It's disappointing because the other coaches were fantastic and truly made me feel welcomed and cared for. I hope this feedback helps ensure all clients -- especially those with injuries -- receive the same level of understanding and support.

TLDR--I have taken great classes and am sure this is a great spot for some people, but I would not…read morerecommend it to my poc friends. I relocated here from another city, where I took lessons in classic pilates, and was originally suspicious of the painfully curated Instagram aesthetic of this place that makes it feel more like late capitalism hot girl scam than actual serious pilates (which would more successfully turn you into the scam lol), but had a really wonderful time in a series of group classes this past summer with an instructor whom I believe only works there over the summer. With that being said, after a while of life just being busy / getting in the way, I wanted to restart with classes here. . .and oh boy was that a learning experience. This studio offers 0 flexibility and grace for life stuff that happens --such as missing a class (which happened once, that I just sucked up) or arriving more than 5 minutes late ( I was 10-15 min late), which happened today and I am like :o wtf at. The front desk was polite and apologetic--I understand they just have to follow the rules. The studio's overall mode of reasoning and their delivery is-white woman. If you are a poc you understand exactly what I'm talking about. First off, this space is is incredibly white--I've never felt fully comfortable here but there's limited options around here and I'm just trying to exercise rather than feel fully safe in a place (a fantasy!). I said it was feeling racist and she said she can't help the way she looks (which is true) but girlllllll I also can't help the way I look--and I would totally choose to look more like her if it meant I'd potentially get offered to take the other class that was starting at the time I arrived [broken heart emoji] Anyway, she kept iterating that this was policy that they had to follow (lmao the policy you have in minuscule fine print somewhere pages in? Put it in font 20 on your website front page and I won't say a word). The other reason she gave is that it's for your own safety, that if you come after stretching it's dangerous if you go straight into exercise (which means if you exercise and hurt yourself we don't want liability). This was infuriating because 1) the instructors (other than the one I had this summer) do not actually correct alignment / posture and just go through the motions of the movements while looking aesthetic in a matching exercise outfit, so I'm not sure if there is any actual safety to begin with and 2) Would they have been more accommodating if I looked more like them and / or the Daughters of the Confederacy? Very uncertain! This person I was speaking to was definitely uncomfortable / not sure how to deal with me, but then, while she was gone, I talked to the second front desk who had been staring at the convo the whole time and this is where it gets more fun. I asked if the person who owns the space is around and she said no (btw, am I becoming a speak to your manager kind of person? oh boy!) This person is like fully glaring at me, and I asked if she had context on my convo, and at first she goes I didn't hear it, but then when I explained the convo she said that the first person did nothing wrong and was very nice and mannered while talking to me (which she absolutely was) and that this was policy. I explained that just because tone and manner is nice doesn't mean that the actual intent / words are kind, and said that based on this racist vibe I'm getting, I feel like I probably shouldn't come back here, and then she goes: "Good!" LOOOOOL. Ok. Good! I was definitely angry about my experience this morning but am in the process of letting it go as paying a price for a lesson learned.

Beautiful space, lots of class options and times, instructors are awesome! Parking is easy.read more

SO excited for Richmond to have this gym. Matt and Kellie are incredible. They are so knowledgeable…read moreand make you feel like family. The equipment and amenities are all top notch--from the benches, weights, and cardio equipment, to the straightener/curling iron and makeup remover wipes in the bathroom. This gym is inclusive in all aspects, not to mention so much fun and a great workout. They offer a variety of classes and always mix up the different workouts to prevent you (and your muscles) from getting bored. The classes are all tailored around YOUR personalized "base code," which allows you to workout in a community, but challenge yourself according to your level of fitness. I am SO happy I met Matt and Kellie and that I found this gym. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun community or a way to mix up their workout routine!

Great place in Richmond to add to the fitness scene. The owners and the employees are extremely…read morefriendly, enthusiastic, and really get to know you and strive for a family like atmosphere. There's not many gyms nowadays that will wait for people who are arriving a little late. They are so accommodating. They offer a variety of classes. It's extremely clean with great music and catchy lights. They don't skimp out and the class last the entire session. Everyone should give Square code a try.

This is a great place to work out. I have been a member for…read moreover 13 years. There is a good variety of exercises available and the trainers keep you on task. The other members are also very encouraging.

Glatter fitness is a wonderful place. Senior Glatter always has sky rocket energy and leads every…read moreclass with great joy! I've been a member for 4 years and have only missed a handful of classes due to no excuse. I pride myself on that. Show up and get addicted. It's a great group of people to work out with. It's not intimidating whatsoever. Love the dancing atmosphere as well. You can work on shaking a leg if the music is right. I strongly recommend you get addicted to Glatter with me. LLCool J

I checked out BFT Carytown for the first time and this was also my first HIIT workout class and it…read morewas a solid and challenging experience but I definitely felt the burn. The staff did a great job walking us through the workout and making sure we knew exactly what we were getting into (which was a lot, in a good way honestly I was getting cooked lol). The setup was really helpful, with screens showing each exercise for the different groups, so it's easy to follow along. Nice atmosphere, genuinely felt the community aspect. Everyone is working hard, getting cooked together, but still encouraging and vibing with each other. It's a fun environment where you can meet people while putting in real work. I've tried different classes before, and I can definitely see myself incorporating BFT into my routine more often. Great first impression, great staff, and challenging workouts. If you're looking to push yourself, train for something like Hyrox, or just get fitter and step into your fitness era, this place will absolutely get you sweating.

I was super nervous to try BFT, but I had a blast! Everyone was so welcoming. They explained the…read moreplan for the workout and the flow of the class. The class I went to was strength focused, but they offer cardio classes too. I definitely want to come back.

I have now been coming to this gym for about 4 years and I can't ever imagine going anywhere else…read more This place has given me some of my closest friends, has helped me build my confidence and the best workouts. I have never felt stronger and I have the coaches to thank for that!

I absolutely love this gym! The people and community are so welcoming. If you are looking for…read moregreat coaching then this is the box for you. I get tons of great tips and pointers to help me improve my performance and form. One of the greatest programming aspects here is the focus on mobility, which not many CrossFit gyms pay any mind to at all. That is usually something you are expected to do on your own. If you are new to Crossfit and on the fence about giving it a try, I highly recommend you give Crossfit Newfound a chance. I'm confident that you will find it a welcoming environment where the coaches and members are eager to make you feel comfortable. Added bonus: you will quickly get into the best shape of your life. Check out their website to see photos of all of the member transformations!

Wonderful experience with Murat and all the customers who frequent here. Excellent space for…read moreseniors looking to improve health and fitness while also enjoying some casual chit chat with like minded others. Helpful for anyone who wants to improve functional skills and general physical stamina/skills. Murat offers programs for younger runners and already physically fit folks, I don't know that program personally but have heard great things about it as well.

What an amazing concept. Murat is former world class marathoner with an extensive background in…read morefitness and health. He works with each client individually and does group classes. After your workout, enjoy many Turkish specially items in the cafe. This is the best place In Rva to get in shape.

I had an amazing time trying out a barre class at this studio. I learned about this charming spot…read morefrom KavaClub and was so excited to learn about a new-to-me place for barre. Barre is my favorite kind of workout. This studio is super cute. It's one big room with a mirror at the front of class. When you walk in, there is a counter to check-in at and a white board with all the equipment you need for the class that day. It's located in a strip mall so there is tons of easy and free parking in the lot out front. They have one single stall bathroom in the back right corner. They also have a water fountain. Mallory was my instructor for the day and was incredibly welcoming and helpful. She took the time to explain the class to me and suggested I sit up front so it was a bit easier to follow her. This class was a really fun challenge. She played music that matched the movements and I found myself shocked at how fast time went. They have great equipment here so you don't need to bring anything but yourself (no special socks needed for this one). I highly recommend checking out this studio!

Everyone was super welcoming during my first class. The instructor explained the format of the…read moreclass and what equipment I'd need. She made sure to give polite feedback to everyone during the class to make sure our form was correct. There's plenty of parking and conveniently located near Willow Lawn. I had a lot of fun!