I found this gym online when I was searching for local CrossFit programs. Most CrossFit memberships…read morecost $150+ each month, so when I found Carousel CrossFit at Transcend Fitness for $89/month for unlimited classes and full use of the regular gym, I wanted to check it out. Tucked away in the back of Carousel Village at Indian Walk off of Durham Road, these barns-turned-gyms are spacious, extremely clean, and full of quality machines/fitness gear. Behind the buildings, there is a running trail that takes you around the Christmas Tree lot and through a mini-zoo. Seriously. Emus, goats, donkeys, llamas, miniature horses... it makes running fun and they're just so CUTE. There is a huge obstacle course out back behind the gym as well. I can't wait to try it out this summer. The CrossFit coaches (who, I believe, also do personal training) are so knowledgeable about everything. I'm such a weak little shit, but they're patient with me, modify some of the workouts when necessary, and they take the time to make sure that everyone is using good form to prevent injury. They push us, cheer us on, and after two months of going 2-5 times per week, I really feel so much stronger. Transcend also has spinning classes, boot camp, MMA, boxing, and kids' fitness camp/classes. They're just getting started having yoga as well. Note: I believe a regular gym membership that DOESN'T include CrossFit is fairly cheaper than $89/month. Students are $40/month, but I don't know what that includes. This gym has everything, and I've never felt so confident about spending a monthly fee on something. (I'm always suspicious of reviews on Yelp if they sound like they're just an employee or even the owner of a business just trying to make the place sound better. I'm adding this as an afterthought just in case - I am in no way affiliated with this gym. I really just found the place online in February and I've been going ever since!)

owners and employees are great people. always a pleasure using this gym. Constantly updating and…read moremaintaining facilitie.

Chris and the team at Optimal are fantastic. A truly well run gym focused on helping their…read morecustomers get in the best shape possible. Personal attention, a great vibe, and all the equipment you could ever need. Cannot recommend Optimal Newtown more highly. Best gym in the area.

I have been a member for the past 5 years and this a great place to go for all types of workouts…read more The staff is friendly and always eager to help and it is always kept clean. I enjoy the smaller, more intimate environment and Optimal Newtown meets all of my criteria. If you are looking for a great place to workout at very reasonable rates than this is definitely the place to. Keep up the good work, Optimal! Matt B.

I had such a wonderful experience today at NAC in Newtown thanks to Ruthie Kuznetsov! From the…read moremoment I arrived, she was incredibly warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made me feel comfortable right away She took the time to thoroughly walk me through the entire facility, explaining everything in detail and making sure I understood all the benefits and options available. Ruthie was very knowledgeable and patient, answering all of my questions and giving me helpful insights that made a big difference. I truly felt that she cared about making this the best experience for me. Because of her professionalism and positive attitude, I made the decision right away to become a member and I couldn't be happier with that choice! Thank you so much, Ruthie, for such a great introduction to NAC. I highly recommend working with her!!!‍‍

One of the best, if not THE best, right-wing circle-jerks in the area…read more If you love discussing how Jan 6 was a great day, if you love talking about pro-israel, if you love to watch this country be taken over by facism - then this is THE ABSOLUTE BEST GYM in the area. If you want to be stared at by the owner while you swim, and if you enjoy a gym that will sometimes close to have political events, then the NAC certainly is the place for you.

I have been going to two different classes at OTF. 2G and strength class. Rachel is the instructor…read more She is fantastic! She explains every move before you start. She observes everyone to see that you are doing the exercises correctly. I highly recommend Newtown OTF.

I have been going to Orangetheory Newtown for almost 18 months, 5 days a week on average. I…read moreabsolutely love it. It is a guided workout structure, with half of the class focused on aerobic activities (e.g. treadmill, strider, or bike), and the other half focused on strength and flexibility. The class is guided by trained coaches that time and coordinate all activities, and do their best to motivate everyone. While they provide goals and levels of exertion, it is ultimately up to each person to work as hard as they can or are comfortable doing. The studio is well laid out, and the coaches are all friendly and energetic. The other great feature about Orangetheory is that your membership allows you to go to any Orangetheory studio. Very convenient when traveling for personal stuff or business. It is important to know that some studios, especially those in big cities, may charge members from out of town a fee to attend available classes.

The indoor hard courts are well lit, and don't get overly hot. There are outdoor courts too, but…read morenot sure if they use them anymore. The bathrooms are decent. The lobby has nice couches, and they usually have tennis on the tv. There is also a little gym that is pretty affordable. It has basic equipment, and is clean. It usually isn't too crowded.

Great, resurfaced tennis courts, good lighting, warm in the winter and cool in the summer. I do…read morenot use the gym room much but plenty of equipment and good trainers. Also, the best sports massage I ever had from a person who works on a couple of professional and college programs. The owner is one of the best - helpful, knowedgeable about tennis, exercise and a host of other topics but you have to be there early to meet him.

I have been taking Pilates with Ilene for two years. We connected when I was looking for a physical…read morerehab program after a back surgery. I was in constant severe pain from a neurological condition, and was not sure I would be able to engage in much physical activity. I decided to try an introductory Pilates package after chatting with Ilene. I saw right away how much effort Ilene put into understanding the neuromuscular system, and into creating an individualized plan for each client. She used a variety of techniques that allowed me to modify exercises and avoid exacerbating my condition, and she gave me techniques to use to avoid pain in activities of daily living as well, such as getting in and out of the car. Working with her has increased my strength and flexibility, improved my posture and gait, helped reduce my pain, and improved my quality of life. Ilene is passionate about helping people get out of pain, and truly cares about her clients' progress.

I love being at Newtown Health & Wellness. Everyone at the center is amazing to be around and great…read moreenergy. I started working with Ilene after I was in a snowboarding accident and put in a wheelchair. I tried many different physical therapies. Newtown health & Wellness is the best. I work one-on-one with Ilene doing pilates. Ilene is earth angel on my journey. She has helped me and encouraged me so much. she knows her stuff. She helped me learn so much about the human body. I love her. I love everyone at the center. I also get chiropractic done by Dr.Patti. she is AMAZING. I have metal in my spine and I trust her full heartedly adjusting me. I highly recommend coming here.

The people who work there are Nazi about form whether you're capable of doing it or not. It is…read morevery cliqueish and they do not sanitize their equipments after each class which is a major breeding ground for many bacterial skin infections such as cellulitis, a serious widespread skin infection in the fitness industry that rapidly spreads to other body parts and causes irreparable damage if not treated immediately

The gym is SUPER nice!!…read more If I had one word to describe this gym it would be BADASS. The gym is really hard to find, but instead of driving towards NAC, make a right and drive into the plaza with a bunch of different companies. It's near the therapy place. The design is really cool. I love how the space isn't old school iron, but still has that rough feeling being in a warehouse and concrete floors, etc. As for what the gym has to offer, holy shit, practically everything from 55lb bars to a bunch of weird and different accessory machines lots of gyms don't have. The atmosphere of the gym is alright. I prefer Iron Sport Gym Inc over this gym when it comes to atmosphere. This place is always dead and there aren't a lot of people who come here when I have visited the few times. I think it's $10 a day, but the owner could careless if you pay. It's open pretty much 24/7, just walk in.

Greatest training center I ever been to. Brian Reed runs the best facility in the whole area. It is…read morea tough, but also friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is always here to help and you learn something new about lifting every single day! This is the type of gym anyone can do to. Whether you are a rookie on your first day ever lifting, or even a body builder who has been lifting their entire life. Started coming here when I was 145 pounds and didn't know much about lifting and now I am 180 and really getting the handle on things. The owner, Brian Reed is also my personal trainer. I highly recommend him to anyone that needs or is questioning about what training to get. Any goal you want to reach, he will make sure you reach that goal! I I really enjoy coming here. It has turned into a second home!

I received a facial at this facility. Very friendly staff ... everything was explained to me &…read moregiven suggestion what products I should be using. Olena was wonderful. I will be coming back for sure!

WHF is literally saving my life. I had a bad CT Calcium score which indicated the arteries of my…read moreheart were very plaqued. I had many tests in follow up to that test, most recent one an echo stress test. The whole time I did the test ,which was 10 mins on a treadmill, the team told me how well I was doing and told me to keep doing what I was doing at the gym, it really showed. For me that would be working out with Christian Zetterberg at WHF for the last 20 years. THANK YOU Christian