I've been training at Lion's Den for about six months now, and it's easily the best gym experience I've had. The workouts are challenging but motivating, and the community vibe is real. The instructors are always present with real attention and encouragement. Very glad I found this place! read more

Still here after two more years. Some of the staff has changed over yet the atmosphere of support and commitment to my goals has remained unchanged. Truly one of the few gyms that puts the people first and wants to see someone succeed in their fitness journey. read more

We feel so lucky to have found Lions Den. It is by far the best gym I've been to that truly focuses on proper form and also mobility. Each instructor is welcoming, knowledgeable, and kind. The programming is great and the small class size allows for individual attention in a group setting. We truly feel like we've found a supportive community and look forward to our workouts! read more

I've been coming here since they opened in March of 2018 and I've noticed a change in my flexibility, my endurance, my strength, my mood and overall vitality. I look better, feel better, and have more confidence. Because of this, I am compelled to write them a review. In the last half decade I've dabbled in different boutique gyms and memberships - you could say I've been around! The workouts at Lion's Den leave no muscle unturned, and will challenge and test you. What's the workout like? It's an hour workout, with (currently) Mondays focusing on lower body, Wednesdays upper body, Fridays Hinge mechanics/glutes, and Saturdays are kind of a summary of the workweek/full body work. They focus on form and the reason behind it, because.. science! (you will inevitably learn a lot!) The beginning of class is a warm up, with the core work out containing 3-4 sections of a mash up of different compound movements, and the last part of the class is mobility (think of deep tissue massage that you give yourself using equipment to help blood flow/speed up your recovery). As for equipment for the workouts, you can expect to use a mix of body weight exercises, kettlebells, barbells, dumbbells, medicine balls, battle ropes, sled, bands, clubs and maces - yes clubs and maces! (I tap into my inner battle-mage when doing mace 360's and warrior squats. :D) And for mobility you will be using things like rollers, balls, and bands to help work out knots and stretch/lengthen your muscles. The demographic at the gym is very diverse with members of all different ages and fitness levels. The workouts are all modifiable - so if you are fighting an injury, if you really want to go heavy and push, or if you are new to this whole "fitness" thing - the workout can be tailored to fit. Their goal is to educate and help each individual be that "complete and balanced athlete." In order to do the above, they keep the class sizes small and with this the instructors are able to watch you and give you one on one feedback. With the class sizes also being small you are able to build friendships with other members - Lion's Den has done such a great job of creating a fun, supportive, positive community. To make things easy, they have quick grab healthy bites from Zeal - I love the pineapple jalapeno cold pressed juice, as well as their really addicting protein balls. They also have locker rooms and showers if you need to get ready right after the workout. I've included photos so you can get a better idea/sense of the place too. If you are looking for a gym that will challenge you, that you can learn from, that you can grow from, that you can call home - give them a try! I hope to see you in class! :) read more

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I went to the Lions Den for an 8-week volleyball performance camp and I have to say that I was very impressed! A little background- I started playing volleyball over 16 years ago and played in college. After graduating I took a short break away from the game. In my first game back, I ended up tearing my left Achilles and my performance has never been the same. After my injury my agility, flexibility and vertical were completely gone and I started to noticeably favor my right leg. But like most athlete's I was determined to get back into the game. I have recently picked up playing 2s sand, which besides the name, "volleyball", feels like a totally different sport. The way your body moves in sand is very different from playing 6s on a hard court. It's been crucial for me to regain the mobility and strength I once had, but also develop muscles that I have never really used before. While this camp was only 8-weeks, I was able to see results in the way my body performed in the sand. My agility, flexibility, vertical, and strength all saw improvements. At the beginning of the camp my single-leg box jumps had over a 6" difference between my right and left legs. In just 8-weeks it was only 3". As an athlete, I have worked with several different trainers and coaches in my life, but I've never seen such immediate results. The workouts were fun, structured, and the best part- Wade made sure to explain how each exercise can relate to movements on the court- so you would never lose sight of your end goal. I definitely recommend this gym for not just the volleyball performance camp, but anyone who has goals to get in better shape. The owners and trainers are incredibly knowledgeable about how to optimize body performance and they are focused on helping you achieve the results you desire. read more

Went here for a personal training session and was blown away by the facility and friendly staff. I was fortunate enough to get one of the owners Wade as my personal trainer and we had a great warm up before getting into a squat session while emphasizing strong fundamentals. The gym atmosphere was very encouraging and friendly which I loved. Really enjoyed the knowledge that Wade was able to impart on my different workouts and he gave me some awesome things to take home and work on as well. Can't wait to come back again maybe for a group class in my next visit! I would HIGHLY recommend this gym to any athletes in the DTC area. (Ps. They also have great showers, towels, and body wash they provide for the post workout cleanse!) read more

Great functional fitness studio. They have a great group of trainers. My self defense coach mentioned their personal training services. Each trainer pays careful attention to your functional fitness needs. They understand fitness and strength training inside and out. Every workout will have you wanting to come back. Their customized plan for you will beat out that of any other gym or sports club. read more

Amazing experience! Highly recommended. I'm a semi-experienced lifting, cardio, athletic movement person. I never knew the parts of a workout (form, core, flexibility) that make a good workout GREAT! it doesn't matter your skill level, this gym is perfect for everyone from beginner to expert. Im thankful! PS just the mood in the facility (not a gym) makes you want to work for your goals. Take the tour and you'll be hooked! read more

I love going to Lions Den! The team members there are always so welcoming and treat their clients like family. When you walk in you immediately feel a positive, supportive and exciting atmosphere. Whether you are doing a personal training session or a group class with one of their educated coaches, they help you to feel empowered and in good hands while performing the exercises. I really appreciate all of their knowledge about the body and general health. It shows that they care about their people, strive to support each clients individual goals and know how to make it fun. Such a great place to workout and get the body moving. 10/10! read more

This is not your ordinary gym. I have been challenged to my limits of performance and have made noticable improvements in my strength, performance and conditioning. I'm very happy with the results after three months and it's fun working out with others too. read more