This was my first time at this F45 location, second time attending a Mont Blanc Monday workout…read more However, I really liked this studio much more than the first one I visited. I liked that there was alot of natural light coming in from the window. Upon walking in, I was greeted by the owner Scott who cracked lots of jokes about my 64oz water bottle (it's a huge bottle!) I was acquainted with the studio by Scott and he gave me the run down of membership at the end. Him and the instructor Jay were super great at motivating and modifying workouts and posture throughout the session. There seemed to be a great community here -- everyone was so nice! The place was also really clean and well maintained. Bring your own water bottle 64oz or not -- they have a water station. They also provide microfiber towels and disinfectant spray so you can clean as you go. Additionally parking is free in Alexandria on the weekdays except 4-7pm and F45 has their own dedicated parking space. I was on the fence about F45 but I think after this visit I'm going to join in their 45 day challenge starting 2/5/24! It's a sweaty, fun time here that really makes you feel in shape!

I consistently have an excellent workout here…read more The coaches are all consistently upbeat, nice, and helpful. I like how the coaches make sure form is correct, people push themselves, and workout safely. The workouts are never boring since they are different everyday. The music gets me pumping and the atmosphere is always clean and positive.

Just sign up! I was in search for a good gym and I am soooooo happy I finally became a member. The…read moretrainers are very personable and down to earth. The workouts are backed by science and I have noticed changes in my body after two weeks. Classes start on time so I would advise you to get there at least 10-15 minutes early. If you're looking for a good clean gym with free street parking this is the place for you!

Best gym in the area - qualified trainers who care what your form looks like and not just how many…read morereps you can do. 3 different interval styles and well thought out programming.

CFK is the best. Moving away from the area, leaving this gym was the worst part. The people are…read moreawesome, the space is huge and has everything you want, membership is affordable and worth it, and the coaching is superb. Carrie has done a really great job creating and maintaining this community. Ali, the head coach, is not only one of the best coaches I've encountered, but her programming is top tier. She gives you CrossFit, intentionally progressing you along the way with the added aspects of skill, stability and accessory. You'll get stronger, faster, and better without sacrifice and while staying painfree. Couldn't recommend this gym more if you're in the area.

My husband and I were so lucky to have found CFK when we decided to embark on our fitness journey!…read moreWe joined in 2015, and now I can't imagine my life without the amazing community we have there. The coaches are great at making fitness attainable. If you are considering trying something new, I really recommend coming in for a free intro class.

Awesome vibe from the folks here at CrossFit MVA. I was a drop in at a 12:30pm class recently. I…read morewas able to sign up and pay online before coming in the door. Coach Katie was super welcoming and friendly as were all of the other class attendees. That's what it's all about! I appreciated the instruction and got a great WOD in on the road. The best part of CrossFit MVA is that it is immaculately clean. They have a bucket that they keep Simple Green solution in and everyone used the cloth wipes to clean there space after the WOD. I thought that this was an awesome green solution rather than constantly using and throwing away gym wipes. 'Hoping my home box will implement this too. Loved my experience and will look to drop-in again in the future. Small parking lot out in the back, but there seemed to be plenty of street/lots around the area. It's Alexandria...if you're visiting from out of town, just give yourself the 10 min buffer to find a safe spot!

CrossFit MVA is such a gem. I moved to the area in January and decided to do my own thing in my…read moreapartment gym. After missing the community of my old "box", and really needing to make some friends, I set out to try gyms around me. I tried about 5 gyms in the area and none of them felt right. I tried CrossFit MVA and from my first class I knew this where I would stay until we move again. The coaches are so knowledgeable and the programming is top notch. I am an experienced crossfitter and personal trainer but still need modifications and guidance. I'm on comeback #2 d/t some injuries and health issues and love the help from CrossFit MVA.

I've been attending Jerry Hill's crossfit for a little over 5 months now, and I have to say I can't…read moreimagine a better crossfit experience. I'm going to assume if you're searching for reviews of crossfit gym you already know what crossfit is, but if you don't check out www.crossfit.com Crossfit, "forging elite athletes", can be very intimidating to those who aren't used to being the alpha male or female. However, at CFOT the main interaction is friendly support, not competition. For example, today we were finding our 3 rep deadlift max. I was attempting 285, and Jerry knew that this was going to be tough, so he started firing up others to cheer me on as I attempted what I thought was the impossible. This is also an example of the great coaching at CFOT, Jerry and the assistant coaches are always paying attention to what is going on in the gym, and are always quick to point out what you're doing right and what you're doing wrong, but in a supportive manner. I think what I like about CFOT most is the emphasis on safety first. The friendly staff create an environment where even the most self-conscious person feels comfortable enough to exercise at a weight that is good for him or her, and not be concerned with what others are doing. More proof that CFOT is a welcoming place is the number of women who attend. Sometimes the women outnumber the men, sometimes I'm the only dude there in a class of 15! Mind you, these aren't women who look like they're juicers or anything, they're just regular people, and if they feel comfortable learning the push-jerk, deadlift, strict press, etc., I think anyone will feel get over their fear of crossfit. In the five months of attending CFOT, I've become stronger than ever before, more defined than ever before, and simply in the best shape of my life right now. I can not wait to see where I stand after a year of this.

I had the pleasure of dropping into CrossFit Old Town twice while on my trip to D.C. Let me just…read moresay that the hospitality and friendliness of the staff and members were the best I've ever experienced as a visitor! Not only did the coach take time to get to know my personal CrossFit history, but many members introduced themselves and really made me feel at home. The class itself was well ran with a thorough warmup and review of movements, excellent coaching for efficiency and safety, and great energy. I cannot think of one area in which I'd give this gym anything short of 5-stars! (For context, I've been doing CF for nearly 6 years and I also have my Level 1 certificate). Well done, CrossFit Old Town. Keep up the great work! If I'm ever back in this area, I'll definitely drop in again!

There is no shortage of CrossFit gyms in NoVA but Sand & Steel Fitness strikes the perfect balance…read moreof exceedingly knowledgeable coaches, thoughtful programming, an enthusiastically welcoming community, and the cleanest gym you'll ever walk into. The exercise equipment and pro shop gear/supplements are all top of the line - you can tell that a lot of time is invested into making sure that S&S is outfitted with the high quality fitness products you need to reach your goals. Group classes are intentionally small so coaches consistently provide the feedback necessary to promote progress and prevent injury. In conjunction with the workouts, Nutrition and Mobility coaching create the perfect antidote for the desk life that plagues many of us in the DMV area. Sand & Steel meets everyone where they are, making it easy to just show up and do the work. Paul and Dawn maintain a strong culture of safety, standards, and support so, no matter what class or session you're in, you will get top tier instruction, modifications, and motivation from day one.

Pros: squeaky clean (even my home gym is not that spotless). The owner, Paul, is super nice,…read morehelpful, and inspiring. The overall atmosphere is not intimidating at all. There are so many activities and things to do besides the actual workout which provides for a strong sense of community. All the above make it a great box, what makes the place exceptional is the fact that they go out of their way to help and support you. Paul worked with me to create the best plan that fits my time, finances, and goals. My coach, Ben, who is super nice and knowledgable, went above and beyond to teach me the right form and technique. When I told him I was little nervous about taking the first class, he offered to workout next to me to make sure I was doing well. That is a level of care you only see in people who are passionate about what they do and take pride in their work. Cons: None. Really, none!

This is hands down the BEST gym around. First off, the space is huge and has all the equipment…read moreyou'd ever want or need. The owners Andrea and Chriss are true gems who genuinely care about their clients. They've built a wonderful community there and it serves as a great outlet for socializing. I used to hate going to the gym now o genuinely look forward to it. Not only will you not regret joining, but you also will find it will enhance your life in many ways.

THE BIG: WOOO CROSSFIT!! Right off Jefferson Memorial Parkway, this Crossfit gym is perfect for any…read moreresident living in Alexandria. THE BLACK AND WHITE: I remember when this place in it's old spot down the road. I'm glad they moved because this space is 2x as big and 5x as nice. They've upgraded the restroom situation to 2 rather than a single unit! Gamechanger. My experience is mainly with olympic lifting competitions, namely Cap City Open. That competition is traditionally held in the Spring and on a Sunday. I participated this year and was pleasantly surprised at the new gym. More lighting and 2 platforms for simultaneous lifting made this year's event run very smooth. Aside from the lifting event, the gym has a plethora of equipment (aka toys). There are plenty of rogue rigs to perform squats, pull ups, ring dips, etc. There were also some unknown rigs (yeah i'm talking about the monkey bars) scattered across the gym. As for the programming, I would assume it is like a traditional crossfit class: warmup, strength, and then a VO2 max conditioning wod. That's something I would call and confirm with Trident Crossfit. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Huge space. Great Coaches. Awesome community. That is all.

SweatBox is located inside the Vida Fitness in Ballston. The first time I went, I nearly got lost…read moretrying to find the studio on the lower level of the gym, tucked in the back. It's worth finding! It's like a fun fitness party. The workouts are all a bit different and all incredible. I felt stronger and more energized after starting at SweatBox. The main SweatBox classes offer a combination of cycling, weights, and more in a high-intensity interval training format. It's a full body workout. Expect high energy, upbeat music, dim lights, and plenty of sweat. There is also a Stretch and Mobility class that is great for loosening up tight muscles. The instructors have a very positive attitude and inspire the students. This isn't one of those studios where you'll feel shamed or intimidated. Much of the credit goes to the Studio Manager, Gwen, who is also a fantastic instructor and lovely person. Gwen makes sure that everyone gets a great workout while having a great time in class. SweatBox is super lucky to have her! For me, it comes down to this: SweatBox motivates me to beat my own personal bests. I saw huge changes in my endurance and confidence after only a few classes. I would definitely recommend giving this studio a try.

Truly love SweatBox. Fantastic music! This is the best workout if you want real results. It's tough…read morebut doable, well-structured, and keeps you engaged the entire time. I always leave feeling accomplished and energized. Worth every minute.

I trained at Crossfit Annandale for the summer, and I cannot say enough great things about my…read moreexperience there. I emailed every single xfit gym in the Annandale/Burke/Fairfax//Arlington area looking for a place to call home for the summer, and Crossfit Annandale was by far the most responsive, had the most reasonable rates, and seemed the friendliest in that initial email exchange. Once I got to the gym, the athletes were friendly, encouraging, and generally awesome. The coaching staff was incredibly knowledgeable, emphasizing good technique while also holding every athlete accountable for doing good work (read: leaving you gasping on the ground like a fish out of water when the wod was over). Sam, the owner, was at the gym basically every day, either coaching, or working out, or doing one thing or another to improve the facility (some days, I'd wager all three); he and his wife are so rad, and their attitude totally comes through in the way the gym is run. It feels like recess, it feels like home, it feels like it works! I had multiple PRs over the summer (bench press and double-unders, as well as strict pull-ups), and I'm certain that it's because I loved showing up to Crossfit Annandale everyday and just trying to kill every single workout. That's the kind of environment they've created at their gym, and I, along with every other athlete I saw there, left every single workout smiling. Go there. Work hard. Love fitness, and love Crossfit Annandale. They'll totally love you back.

I have been a member here for 2 years and would recommend this gym to anyone I the area. It is a…read moregreat Crossfit gym with capable coaches and a great atmosphere. Great for both experienced athletes and people new to Crossfit. There is a good selection of equipment and it is kept in good shape. The coaches are all encouraging and friendly as in addition to being well informed on working out. There is ample parking right in front of the gym. Facilities are similar to what I have seen in other Crossfit gyms in the area - just one bathroom. The gym is cleaned regularly.

I am absolutely thrilled with my experience at Get Fit! I was struggling to achieve my fitness…read moregoals at another local gym but everything changed when I started working out at Get Fit. Under the guidance of Carlo, I lost 30+ pounds in less than a year and significantly increased my strength. Carlo truly cares about his clients. The weekly weigh-ins and personalized encouragement are invaluable. He is an expert in movement and how to build strength based upon individual needs. If you are looking to achieve your fitness and weight loss goals and are ready to do the work I highly recommend Get Fit!

I tried the Iron Circuit class at GetFit Studio in Alexandria today and honestly had a pretty…read morefrustrating experience. When I first arrived, the front door was locked. I walked around the building trying to see if I was in the wrong place or if anyone was inside, but I couldn't find anyone. After waiting a few minutes, I called the studio and no one picked up. I went back to the front, and eventually a guy opened the door for me but when I mentioned it was locked, he said it wasn't, which was confusing and didn't sit right. The class ended up being just me, which already made the energy feel kind of off. It was set up as a circuit with eight exercises and four laps. The warm-up alone was three rounds, and I was honestly exhausted by the second round. I told the coach that, but he kept pushing me to finish the last round anyway. I get that coaching involves encouragement, but it felt more like pressure than support. The overall vibe of the class was pretty dull and unmotivating. I'm not sure if it was because I was the only one there, but there was no energy or effort to make the session engaging. I completed three out of the four rounds and told him I didn't have it in me to do the last one. His response was basically, "So you're just going to leave early then?" which came off dismissive and a bit rude. At that point, I was already drained and over it. On top of that, the cleanliness didn't inspire confidence. The shower supplies looked really neglected, residue buildup, cloudy containers, and just generally not something you'd feel comfortable using. It added to the overall impression that the space isn't being maintained as well as it should be. Between the confusing entry situation, lack of responsiveness, the coach's off-putting attitude, and the condition of the facilities, this just wasn't a great experience. I don't see myself coming back.