Great gym, had all the equipment that you would need for weight lifting. I got a one day pass and…read moretour and enjoyed my workout. It's not crowded, the locker room is nice, and plenty of equipment to fit your needs.

Where do I even start. My review is based on my 4 years of…read morebeing a member here, the last year or so this place has been terrible, they are money oriented not customer oriented at all. - Soon as you signed with them they promise you daily clean towels but, you are luck the day that you get towels trough the whole weekdays,weekends you won't be getting any towels. - The gym is small and they don't let you know that you are NOT allowed to use the 3rd level most of the times, since It's reserved for members that pay extra to work with personal trainers, again they never mentioned to you that when you first signed with them, you won't find that in your contract neither. -Machines are constantly broken( as you can see from the pictures that I posted). - Parking is supposed to have secure camera working constantly( that was what they promised when I first signed with them), my car got broken into it twice while it was parked on the gym's garage, secure camera was broken at both times, I was not able to give the footage to the police. - They have changed their hours during Covid, haven't normalized their hours yet. - You will be charged a yearly fee of $40 dollars for new equipments, they got some new dumbbells few weeks ago for the first time in 4 years. - Manager won't responde to your emails or requests. -AC, they keep the gym almost 80° inside of the gym in the middle of the summer. - The studio on the lower level, you can't use it, it's their storage. - Sauna is always broken, they will take weeks to fix it. To be fair, front desk people and cleaning crew are really nice, besides that I would save money and time and, would not be come a member here, Sports and Health Gym is cheaper, bigger and it's only a block away from Balance.

I have been a member at the Capitol Hill club for several years now. The facility is huge. There…read moreis plenty of equipment. Even during peak hours, you can find machines to use. The manager of the club, Ryan, is very responsive to questions and concerns. The staff is cordial and friendly. There is also a large outdoor parking area. And tennis courts right across the street. Since it went under new ownership from when it was Sports and Health, the club has upgraded equipment, painted walls, sanded floors, and added amenities. I highly recommend it as a club.

Adjusting to 3 stars after the GM's (Ryan) call to make things right…read more Onelife Fitness doesn't honor free passes. I'm incredibly unhappy with my Onelife Fitness experience. I tried getting in with my free pass and wasn't let in. I called in twice to confirm that I can come in with the pass and both times the people answering the call said I can come in without having the tour. This was a frustrating experience and I share this to keep others from going through the same experience. I will not be signing up with Onelife.

Jade's is easy to find right on Pennsylvania Ave SE, which makes getting there stress-free. I took…read morean all-levels mat Pilates class with Coleen and had a really great experience. She was incredibly welcoming from the start and guided us through every part of the class with clear, supportive instruction. What stood out most was her attention to detail. She offered small, helpful adjustments throughout, which made a big difference without ever feeling intrusive. The workout itself struck the perfect balance. I definitely felt the burn and got a good stretch in, but it never felt overwhelming or intimidating. If you're looking for a more intimate setting where you can actually get personalized attention, this is a great spot. Highly recommend, especially for beginners or anyone easing back into Pilates.

I want to love you Jade Fitness, I really do. But I often feel I'm working out at someone's passion…read moreproject and not at a real gym. Things I like: - small class size - evening classes - accommodating to specific needs of class participants - convenient location - Negatives - entry to the space is a challenge - communication not great, I tried to set up meeting with a personal trainer and never heard back. I emailed, told the guy at the front desk, but never had anyone reach out. I gave up. Do I recommend, yes but not for personal training since I never figured out how to set it up.

For a gym charging a premium of $145 a month, my experience was a huge letdown. Day pass is $45…read more Steam room is out of service. I spent about five hours at the Yards location this week to thoroughly evaluate it before committing as I've been getting spammed in the mail, and I'm glad I did. The staff's attitude was consistently condescending, from the Senior Membership Advisor (Saad Siddiqui) upselling me, person trainers roaming around the facility, to the people at front desk. My main issue how the staff addressed my comment about the soft flooring in the free-weight area, which is completely unsuitable for barbell squats. When I brought this up, the staff condescendingly told me to just use the Smith machine or use the Olympic platform, completely dismissing a valid safety concern. There was a Titan Fitness safety squat bar (SSB) that I had no idea how much it weighed. I asked two person trainers (you'll see PT and their clients everywhere in the gym) how much the bar weighed. The PTs said they had no idea and left it at that. The front desk staff was equally apathetic. I've had better customer service at Planet Fitness for a tiny fraction of the cost. This place is motivated about locking you into their membership plan and signing you up to the many classes and services they offer. This place is not it and I highly recommend looking elsewhere in the DC area.

During the summer I loved the Aqua Burn classes at sunset in the rooftop pool! Joel teaches such a…read morefun class with reggae music. Shiloh teaches the best cardio kickbox class! So challenging to awesome music! She also does a challenging sunset rooftop step aerobics. I wish they also had aqua zumba! The fitness studio is so hot, you immediately feel the difference in temperatures when you walk in and feel like you're hit with a sauna. Speaking of which the sauna is super popular, they really need to build out a bigger one as its too small.

COVID UPDATE BELOW- For the real reformer lover - or even a novice who's curious to try this style…read moreof working out... this place is incredible. I teach fitness classes for a gym & am certified by the national association of science medicine, so feel like I have some perspective.... the anatomical cueing and guidance around the musculature that is working throughout the series, by all the instructors, has been excellent. I've been coming here since they opened this location and have experienced 7-8 instructors, each for a few times... and have been thoroughly pleased ... the owners are lovely and have a lot of pride in how they manage both locations ... COVID UPDATE- Masks are required during workouts (they provide paper ones if you need a more breathable option) and the number of beds have been condensed with ample space to & around ones self. Multiple high end air filtration systems have been placed throughout the studios & fans are consistently on ensuring the air is moving. Truthfully it's felt like an incredibly safe and thoughtful place to work our during this time!! It's been my sanity touch point during the week... hope you'll check it out !!

These instructors know what they are doing, they are helpful, and they give you a chance to work at…read moreyour own level. I've never had an instructor I haven't appreciated. It's a great workout! And the Capitol Hill location is so convenient.

First of all...I'm new to the Orange Theory craze. This is the 2nd location I've visited and I must…read moresay the customer service for a potentially new member paled in comparison to the other location I visited (and it's more expensive). Overall, the facility is on brand with the other Orange Theory (I can't imagine that they would differ too much) so it's no surprise that the facility is clean, plenty of lockers and multiple water sources. Key reasons for the 4 stars: - they offer towels (which I understand is not the norm) - overall facility is nice, clean and well organized - of course you get an awesome workout that can be suitable for al fitness levels! (Hamstrings are yelling at me as write this) - metro accessible. Short walk from eastern market metro station - multiple options for classes that accommodate any schedule. From Early morning to late evening, you can find a class if you really want to. - the coach person I had was pretty cool. Gave clear directions, didn't do too much on the microphone and got us through it the workout. Why not 5? Glad you asked: - as a first timer to this studio, I would've expected the girl at the front desk to show me where everything was instead of me having to ask for restrooms, lockers, etc. maybe the bar was set higher due to my experience at another OTF location, but something they should all adopt. - there's no designated free parking (that I could find). - definitely more expensive than the other OTFs in the area (I'm assuming due to the location...but something to keep in mind)

If you like highly effective, fast-paced workouts, Orange Theory is your gym. It's one of the…read morefastest growing gym franchises in the world based on the theory that you should hit a certain level in a workout so you continue to burn calories for hours after the workout. To that affect, when you sign up, you can rent or buy a monitor that tracks your heart beat and splat points (the time you spend in the high intensity zones). It helps you know when to take it easier or push harder in a workout (they say 12-25 splat points is ideal in a one hour workout). Their classes are one hour long and they have a endurance day, strength day, and power day and a day that combines all three. The trainer walks you through the workout, but you'l likely spend your time rotating between the treadmill, rower, and floor in a few minute increments. At the end, you can stay a few minutes longer to stretch. It's a GREAT workout! My only complaint about Orange Theory is that it's expensive (probably the most expensive gyms in DC including compared to Crossfit). Other than that, it's a GREAT workout!

You have to come to Barry's Navy Yard for a workout. I will be completely honest that I am totally…read morebought in and even have a founders membership. For parking, I have always been lucky with finding street parking. My advice is to arrive early like 15-20 minutes before class so you have time to find a spot and definitely read the signage carefully because they will ticket. Once you walk in, all of the staff greets you with a smile and are super kind. I am particularly impressed with the team's ability to keep the facility clean. I have never started class with a sweaty bench/dirty treadmill and the bathroom is always stocked with toiletries. You gotta get the Barry's and Brunch shake after your workout and add strawberry for a special twist. In terms of the instructors, my favorite ones are Jorge C. (Saturday morning class) and Nazinga T. (Thursday early morning class). Both instructors always have a great vibe and even have the best playlists. The only area of improvement I'd mention is the door entry system - it can be a little finicky at times. I know that this is a new safety feature but I anticipate it getting better. Overall, I love Barry's Navy Yard and am looking forward to continuing my exercise journey. I am particularly looking forward to seeing how the community grows.

From the owner: Barry's Navy Yard studio will be located just steps away from the Anacostia Riverfront and…read moreNationals Park and will feature the traditional RUN x LIFT Red Room, Fuel Bar, and luxury amenities.

Typically not a fan of planet fitness, but I really enjoy this location. It's always clean, the…read morevibes are right, and Jovan is always providing great energy and assistance when needed

I should have read the reviews before joining this gym! Their accounting practices are a scam and…read moretheir management team is not around to receive calls or return them, specifically Ms. Wright. I called four times to get clarity on why I was charged a late fee after them receiving payment from my a second form of payment they have on file. No one ever returned my calls. Oh and if you try to escalate the issue, don't its a waste of time. They will just say " we told them to call you", "they are a franchise and we cant do much" This is like joining a recreational center for delinquents, that is run by folks that have no clue how to run a mediocre business. STOP SCAMMING PEOPLE AND DO BETTER!

This gym is in a great location with waterfront metro a few blocks away. They have a great, warm…read moreindoor pool and lounge chairs with their outdoor pool. They also have two locker rooms near the indoor pool (which is not insulated) and I'm the main gym area. Towel service is included with your membership! I actually like that it is a regular, basic gym and not high tech and fancy. Two minor issues is the showers by the indoor pool take a bit to warm up, if at all...and some do not have shower curtains. The second issue, again with the same locker room is it's hard to find a working one. Initial fee pp is $75 and we got the family membership for $120/month. For the holidays they are offering 50% off your initial fee if you bring in 5 canned items!

I've been a member here for 3 years. This gym is designed for someone who needs a convenient and…read morecost-effective place to work out. Though the equipment is not brand-new (don't expect a personal tv on your treadmill) and the space is limited (only 4 treadmills, 2 ellpiticals, and 2 bikes) Waterside Fitness is a neighborhood gym where the staff will recognize you and you'll get to know others who attend as well. The gym has a few classes including aerobics, yoga, and strength and there's no extra fee to attend if you're a member. All in all, it's just what I need on a daily basis. But if you're looking for a cutting edge place like WSC where there are rows and rows of equipment and a full schedule of back-to-back classes, you'll be disappointed. The membership fees are around $50/month and they'll give you a guest pass for a day to check it out before you join.

Bryn runs excellent private and group tennis lessons. I've been playing with him for about a year…read moreand have enjoyed his teaching style and sense of humor. He's developed a strong community of players that I've enjoyed getting to know. He's also incredibly responsive and flexible with scheduling times to play.

SCAM! I hadn't gotten my racquets restrung in DC yet and didn't know where to go, so I called this…read moreplace. The guy offered to pick up and drop off my racquets, which seemed convenient. I specifically asked for a white grip, and he didn't mention any issues--just said he could provide the service of restringing and gripping. Initially, he said he would return my racquets the following morning, but that kept getting pushed back. It ultimately took five days. While the delay itself wasn't a huge issue, he repeatedly promised next-day delivery and kept changing it. When I finally got my racquets back, the original grip hadn't even been removed--he just wrapped a new one over it which wasn't the grip style or color I asked for. The finishing tape wasn't even properly placed at the top of the handle. When I went to play, the strings were actually worse than when I gave them to him. I ended up wasting $90, and to make matters worse, he lost my dampener. When I called him about it, he took an hour to respond and then admitted he had lost it, handing me a random one from his car. Absolutely horrible quality and service on every front.