What is CrossFit:…read more Constantly varied: different movements per session and within each session High-intensity: Your max effort Functional movements - Moves you do in everyday life - Squat,pull, jump, sit-up Designed for universal scalability (adapted for all levels and abilities) The workouts are an hour - that includes warm-up, Workout of the Day, and mobility (stretching) The schedule is plenty for anyone to find a slot that works for their schedule and class options are pretty cool. Try the paddle board class or one-on-one with the Coach. Clocktower-CrossFit is the newest BOX to open in Chelsea - located behind the old Teddy Bear factory; led by head coach Steve Koski, former coach at HyperFit. The owners' group of Clocktower came together to create a new CrossFit community in greater Chelsea area. Box just opened June 1st and they have all been very welcoming and encouraging, even though I am no where near their level of fitness. The facility is outstanding. A lot of space, open air and nicely appointed. A strip of turf runs along the back of the Box for warm-ups, mobility work (stretching out) and field-athlete training. There is plenty of equipment for when the classes get larger. TRX bands for adapted pullups, pushups, etc. Great bathrooms with shower and plenty of space for all of it. The owners have so much experience in the practice of CrossFit; I appreciate their attention to details - like the overhead fans to keep the air moving, the water bottle fill station and the hair ties in the bathroom for when mine breaks. It's the little things sometimes. Coach Koski also has a degree in nutrition. I am very optimistic of my ability to implement the life-style changes to my eating habits, under his instruction. I am not a complete novice when it comes to a balanced diet, however, I don't have the expertise and am happy to have found a Box and Coach that can help guide me. Clocktower-CrossFit is the ultimate CrossFit community Box. I cannot praise it enough. Contact them for a free class, get a 10-visit punch card to try it out for a few weeks, join the beginner CHIME class at a smaller membership fee, or do the all inclusive. There are so many options.

So, what can be said about a gym, a Crossfit gym, that has not yet been written 100s of times…read morealready? Well, from a first time crossfit participant, well, CHIME participant, I can say that this place rocks. I have done other, 'similar' classes, even taught a few, but this place is defined by more than their equipment and facility- it is defined by its people and its atmosphere. From day one, yes, you will see that the gym itself is immaculate, but it is the welcoming people that make up Clocktower Crossfit that make the difference. The head coach, Steve Koski, has a deep knowledge, both practical and academic, that allows him the expertise of coaching in proper movement to avoid injury- very important. And while I could go on about the rest of the coaches- Bea, Chris, Steve; it is easier to read about them here: http://www.clocktower-crossfit.com/about Everyone is made to feel welcome and everyone is encouraged to push to their ability- a little beyond. I have met some great people here and look forward to making my own improvements. I would completely recommend Clocktower Crossfit to anyone- the newbie and the experienced.

When I moved to the area I wanted to try out a few different CrossFit gyms to see which would be…read morethe best fit for me. I reached out to CrossFit Dexter and was able to correspond with the owner Ken. He was extremely helpful and made it super easy to arrange a drop in try out class. When I arrived I could immediately tell that CrossFit Dexter was nicer than many of the CrossFit gyms I have been to. The facility was neat and well equipped. While Ken was not the coach of the class I attended, he was there and we got to chat for a little bit. He was every bit as helpful in person as he was over email. The class itself was small, the coach was helpful and engaged with all the members. I got a great workout and would recommend CrossFit Dexter to anyone looking for a quality gym.

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I LOVE spenga. I only cancelled my membership because I couldn't find the time to go as often as I…read morewanted to. Michelle is a great instructor!!

SPENGA is new to the Ann Arbor community. Overall five…read morestars. Here are my favorite things: when you walk in, there are readily accessible lockers. So go ahead and bring your water bottle, winter coat, keys and wallet. You can set your own code. It costs zero extra dollars to use a locker. They're white with an access code and very useful to use. SPENGA went out of their way to make sure you are ready to work out. Extra tampons in the bathroom. Hair ties or ear plugs or gum to grab if you need it at the front desk. Really friendly and smiling faces greet you as you walk in. If you come early enough and are working out with a friend, you can request your bikes to be next to each other. The staff are SO personable that they'll make a note if you are friends with someone so next time you come in they'll put your bikes together. I mean come on! That's service! I have a hard time in my own life to figure out who I'm friends with , lol! Their equipment is all brand new and their facility is clean, updated, and modern. My personal favorites are how long and new their yoga mats are. I can stretch out fully on it without touching the floor. The first time I used their mat I was surprised how new it felt. The bikes are all new cycling tech. They have enough weights for everyone to have a station so you don't have to share which is nice if you want to adjust your weights. SPENGA is three parts. Spin, strength, and yoga. It feels like you're going clubbing inside. They show you which section you are doing by illuminating with lights the section you're working out. Everything else is in the dark. It makes the workout feel more exclusive, like you're part of some cool club. It took me about 2.5 sessions to fully understand how to adjust the resistance of my bike to make my "bar" light up green. The spin portion was by far the hardest to understand what was going on. Go 20 to 30 min early so an instructor can assist you. Once you get the hang of it, it's a good workout. The music is awesome. Just be prepared to have watery legs and a sore bum. I would love strength more if there were less transitions during the very quick 20 min. The workout definitely had me sweating! So it's a good workout. It just moves way too fast for me. I'd rather do just a couple of movements in that time period. The workouts are a combination of using dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, steps, and medicine balls. I love the yoga part because I never stretch in my life, lol. I would recommend to the instructors that some of your audience has never done yoga before and are unfamiliar with the names. So demonstrating instead of just announcing is helpful. They have blocks and straps for ppl like me who are inflexible. But Like I said this is my favorite part. I feel really accomplished at the end of yoga. I love it. Overall, I find SPENGA to be really pricey. I don't think I can commit to their higher prices. If they lowered their one time visits I would go more. However it is a great workout and a great atmosphere. The coaches are kind and pumped and great at what they do. The facility is impeccable. I definitely recommend anyone to go and check it out. I have not regretted going when I went. I've done about five sessions and always left feeling great.

Great gym. Everyone is very friendly and the coaches are helpful. Good selection of class timesread more

I typically haven't added reviews online but ELCF definitely deserves one! All the coaches here are…read moreamazing and have really helped me get more fit. They always focus on doing the right movement and modifying the WOD (Work out of the day) as per your body/physical abilities. I started with the on boarding program and it really helped me understand the different movements and it also taught me about how I can scale an exercise to work my way up the ladder of fitness. Not to mention, all the folks in class are always kind and generous; making me want to show up every day and give it my best.

After I decided to take a break from CrossFit, I needed a workout replacement. I decided to check…read moreout Trufit because it was just opening their Detroit location, which happens to be about 1/4 mile away from my office. It certainly doesn't get much more convenient than that. There are several different classes to choose from. TruX has a lot of the same moves and aspects of CrossFit but without the Olympic lifting. Trustrength has less cardio, and is (obviously) more focused on strength. SWEAT is predominantly cardio. And Glow Boxing is precisely what it sounds like - a cardio boxing class under party lights. There is even yogabon Saturday morning. The folks are nice the coaches generally good. You can register and schedule classes with the mind body app, which is hella convenient. It even syncs with my calendar. My main beef is that, only being open a few months, the schedule changes, generally without notice. I have scheduled classes at specific times, only to look at my calendar a few days later and discover that the time on the class was changed to a time I never signed up for. Easily fixable, but annoying. Hopefully random scheduling changes will happen less and less often as the Detroit location becomes more established.

Thank you!!!!!! to TRVFIT for helping me to get into my wedding dress confidently! I felt great!…read moreIt's been a GREAT experience and help!

Chelsea & Derek are ahhhhmazing! Had a wonderful experience and can't wait to visit again when I'm…read moreback in town!

From the owner: F45 Training is a technology-based, highly functional, team training program. The pairing of…read moreinterval cardio and strength training has been shown to be the most effective method of burning fat and building lean muscle. While we train and work hard, we have a strong belief in community building and camraderie. We believe we can always be "better together." We specialize in customer service, group fitness and HIIT training.

Great Gym! Owners are always available to give advice or help in any way. Cycle classes are…read moreAWESOME! Love the leader boards. Always clean and tidy. Highly recommend!

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I was spending a week in Monroe visiting family and wanted to keep up my workouts. I am so glad I…read morefound CrossFit Mastodon. Coach Zach and Coach Stef were very friendly and the gym was very welcoming. Multiple members introduced themselves and welcomed me. The community was really strong and the workouts were challenging. There were people of all fitness levels which was great. Coach Zach kept us all motivated and had a great rapport with the class. He even gave me some really useful pointers on my bar muscle ups. The whole experience was very uplifting. I'll definitely be dropping in again next time I'm up this way.

From the owner: Our certified fitness trainers are professionals with years of fitness experience. We have…read morecertified fitness trainers who are committed to ensuring safe and effective workouts. Let us help you achieve your fitness goals! Are you sick of feeling sluggish and tired? Do you want to feel stronger, lose weight, look better, and meet your fitness goals? If so, join the fitness program that only works if you do. Mastodon Strength and Conditioning is the leading community fitness program in Monroe, MI.

I've been to various boxes across the east coast and Crossfit Brighton is at the top of my list…read more(outside of my home box 410crossfit). The gym is nicely organized, well maintained and had a great vibe from the tribe. Dropping in was no problem and at a competitive price. They had plenty of equipment for a large class (about 20) and Nina (the coach) did an excellent job with breaking down the work out of the day. From a outsiders perspective, the communication was clear, concise and led to a great pre-holiday workout. If you're in town and want to drop in or join to upgrade yourself then you're in good hands at CrossfitBrighton.

No matter what level you start your journey or where you are in your fitness, this gym is the…read moreplace! I've tried other gyms and CrossFit programs but this is a great experience. The owners, instructors and members support each other. Each day I'm drawn back to improve. Every instructor is awesome supporting you to maximize your workout with the correct form. Class times allow me to schedule a workout - no excuses. Combining the workouts with the nutrition program has helped me achieve my fitness goals.

There are so many different types of yoga, and in Ann Arbor you can find them all. I've tried about…read moreevery type of yoga out there, and can finally say I have found my yoga "home" with The Yoga Room. Christy's Vinyasa style of yoga works for me, taking me right to my edge of challenge, always introducing something I need to work on, yet allowing me to flow through the movements without being so difficult that it becomes frustrating. Her use of low lights and great, low-level music allows me to focus inward and let go of any other thoughts. I also like how you need to remember the sequence because Christy frequently has you go through it a few times on your own. This is mentally challenging as well because the sequences can sometimes be complicated, but I love it! If I get lost I just do what feels right. Christy occasionally helps students to go deeper into the poses, but mostly you're on your own, so the Vinyasa class is for students who are familiar with yoga and do not need a lot of detailed instruction. The space is small, and the ceiling on the lower side, so one of my taller friends felt a little cramped. I like the intimacy, and being 5' 6", the room works fine for me. I guess my only complaint is that it doesn't last a little longer! I would enjoy a 1.25 hour class, with a little longer relaxation at the end, but overall, I am happy I found my yoga "home."

I love what the Hatha classes at the Yoga Room have done for me since I started in early 2013. In…read morethe past I tried Pilates, Crossfit, Personal Trainers, Walking, Ellipticals... and I have never had the same results and transformation I have seen in my body in the past months with Christy's classes. If you had asked me 9 months ago about doing yoga I would have laughed and said, me? not going to happen... in fact, I have known Christy for over 13 years and had never considered doing one of her sessions... little did I know what I had been missing on all this time! After going through a really hard year 2012 and putting on a considerable amount of weight (60+lbs) I had hit rock bottom and needed to make some changes to my lifestyle. I started to modify my diet and make some other changes outside of my comfort zone with positive results, so I thought, well, why not, let's give Christy a call and see if she has a spot in her class for me (man was she surprised!). All it took was one class and I was hooked! Christy's gentle instructions walk you through a routine with ease even if it is your first class. The low lights and intimate setting make it all about you and your practice and encourage you to focus on yourself, not your surroundings, and work at your own pace. Now I do not miss a class for anything, and that is a commitment I have never made to any other type of "exercise" routine.