I'm a 32 year old woman and started training with Cindy (2x/week) in the middle of August and 2…read moremonths later, I'm still going strong (pun intended)! A huge reason for that is Cindy's approach to and knowledge of fitness. Our 55 minute sessions pass quickly because she is on top of her workout rotations and makes sure to keep things moving. She adds variety and new exercises frequently so one day is never the same as the last and she is cognizant of making sure we are using different muscle groups, all while measuring our progress along the way. I learned through these workouts that I'm prone to exercise induced nausea and Cindy has been nothing but patient with me, even adjusting some of the workouts to help try to avoid it from coming on. The gym itself is clean and well organized and I gratefully utilize the provided sweat towels. Not to mention it's decorated with fresh dahlias straight from Cindy's garden! I do early morning workouts and there is always plenty of street parking at that time. I also do my workouts with a buddy, both to help keep ourselves accountable and to take advantage of the group training price. It's $75/session, total for the two of us. Reasonable for my wallet and money well spent considering this is the most consistently I've worked out in years!! If you're on the fence, give her a call! Submit an inquiry through her website! Cindy's enthusiasm and passion for fitness is contagious, and she's just fun to be around. Our mornings together are some of the highlights of my week. I can't recommend Cindy and Fitness Creators Studio enough!!!

Fitness Creators Studio has been a saving grace for me and my husband for the past 20 years…read more David's knowledge about musculature is great. He has a solution to a all the aches and pains that come with age. From my husband: I started with David almost 20 years ago at the age of 50 following heart attacks. I had lost most of my strength. David rehabilitated me and I have been in very good shape since. We live in 4 cities and go to gyms throughout the western US. I have never encountered anyone so capable! As you see, I can't say enough! As we age we can easily hurt ourselves by working out in the wrong way. David has kept me on track all these years through heart surgery, a new hip, and assorted injuries. Want to get in shape, live longer, feel great about yourself - he is the real deal! David, if you read this - thanks from my heart! cas

I was so lucky and grateful to have been a client of Gordon's for several years (2016-2019) while I…read morelived in Portland, OR and I cannot recommend him and his gym enough. First and foremost, what truly makes a great place to workout and learn more about developing a healthy lifestyle is definitely the people. I was so lucky to work with Gordon the owner - he knows so much about improving overall health in a safe and motivating way. He cares deeply for every client that enters the gym whether he trains them personally, or they work with one of the other trainers in the gym. Gordon offered me a safe and positive environment to learn and feel supported. Coming from someone who has struggled his entire life with fitness and developing strong routines, I always looked forward to going to Energy Fitness to workout with Gordon. He is a fantastic trainer and even better human being. I also encountered many other trainers while I was working with Gordon who were also always kind and supportive, and I enjoyed talking to them as well. Secondly, the facility is EXCELLENT! I was fortunate to see the gym expand into a larger space during my time there, and the expansion made a huge difference. The equipment is all in great shape, the gym is super clean, and the location is in one of the best neighborhoods in the downtown area. If you are looking for a welcoming gym experience where you are supported and able to work toward your fitness goals in a positive, life-changing way, then I highly recommend Energy Fitness. I learned more about how the body works and how to improve balance, flexibility and to feel more centered during my time at Energy Fitness. If I were still living in the Portland area, there is absolutely no doubt that I would still be working out with Gordon every single week.

VINCENT PARKS FITNESS @ Energy Fitness…read more Years ago, following a surgery, I had trouble getting my mobility back. Having been laid up caused my back to weaken which has always suffered from a high school injury. Chiropractors helped, but the real gains were in core strengthening and mobility work with Vincent Parks. Vince coupled his personal training skills with his keen awareness of how energy flows, and it worked. As a follow up to this experience, I returned to see Vince again after a car accident and shoulder injury in 2014. My experience was the same. Keep in mind, I went to physical therapy on the insurance for 9 months. It wasn't nearly as useful. Vince takes the approach of a team mate. We work together to solve the issues that I want to work on. And everything is easier as a team. Thanks Vincent Parks!

I've worked out two or three times a week with Jason for 5 years. He's very punctual and…read moredependable. He's knowledgeable about fitness. I'm 78 years old now and very fit for my age. This is what I want. He will structure and vary your workouts to fit your fitness goals. He's friendly and easy to talk to. I recommend him highly. I've worked with many different trainers over the years. He's the best. He focuses on you and is NEVER distracted by phone calls. I've found this to be an issue with other trainers. But never with Jason. My standards are high. Jason has always exceeded them.

Jason is AWESOME! Worked with my schedule and my goals to get me going again. I have been putting…read moreit off for too long and getting back into training has been easy with Jason keeping me accountable and not having to think about what we're working on each day. When I started I had knee pain that we addressed and has drastically improved.

After moving to Portland from the east coast, my husband and I were looking for a gym with the…read moresimilar energy, high quality instruction, passion from the instructors, and safety that we received at our previous cross-fit gym. After much finding in the Portland metro area, we were SO HAPPY to stumble upon Intrepid. We go 2-3x a week for our schedules. The owners Ruth and Sean put in a tremendous amount of effort ensuring that every experience you have seems like you're a new client, when you show up each and every time, whether or not you've been going there for years or days. I appreciate the fact that they don't assume you just know everything and they really provide COACHING rather than passive guidance. They know each and every persons strength and weaknesses, and make everyone feel comfortable. I am also always astonished by the variety in the workouts, and all the coaches really provide great instruction, whether it's Ruth and Sean, the owners, or the other two coaches, everyone's amazing. You should come to Intrepid if you're looking for community as well. Everyone let's you be who you are but there's always opportunities to have pot lucks, celebrate people, and have fun during class or after class. Just come as you are, and at at whatever fitness level, you will be really glad you stepped into Intrepid. You'll never leave.

I think I understand the CrossFit business pretty well - as a previous owner (with my wife) of a…read moreCrossFit Gym and as a current member of a CF gym. To me, there are "focus areas" for any gym business. Possible Priorities: 1. Member Safety 2. Quality Coaching 3. Business Process management 3a. Member confidentiality 3b. Staff management 4. Investment in new coaching skills and equipment 5. Quality Review and Continuous Improvement My "positive" experience at Intrepid relates to my multiple drop-in visits while in town on business. On each of my visits, I was received professionally and politely each time. My biggest concern, and gripe relates to an early November 2018 incident, where one of their staff sent out a "survey" to current and past members. Intrepid PDX openly published my email address to almost 700 people - instead of hiding it in a BCC to protect my privacy. I have followed up multiple times to the originator of the survey without response - or an apology. I've also requested my name be removed from Intrepid's database, and my request was also ignored. When I'm visiting Portland on business, I have several choices for CrossFit - and I was hoping Intrepid would be my gym-away-from-home. But I won't be back. While mistakes happen, I've reached out three times to the staff member and ownership to share my concerns and didn't receive a response. "Just remove my name and personal data from your database - if you cannot manage my personal information with discretion." That's all I can ask at this point - because your staff member already broadcast my email address to 700+ people. Oh, and she also broadcast the email addresses of every current and past customer I might add (Yikes!). Generally, from my experience, the customer list of any business is a sacred asset to be protected. I wonder, if I were to post the survey originator's email address here ... perhaps then she'll grasp the importance of privacy. Or at least be courteous enough to admit the mistake and remove my contact information from Intrepid's database.

About 16 months ago, I remember walking into the gym, and being greeted by Zandr and his smile!…read more At that time, I was looking for a change in my workout routine, and I am glad that I was able to connect with Zandr. Zandr walked me through the foundations of weight training, WODs, and provided supportive and clear instructions for what I needed to do for my training in that new setting. Over time, Zandr has been one of my coaches, and I am always excited when he is leading class. Not only does he provide needed motivation and feedback for improvement, he always ensures that the space he is leading is safe and accepting of all. I also have to mention that his music is always on point, Zandr brings in that good music! Stepping into Zandr's class is definitely a highlight of my day. Zandr is a wonderful coach, and I know that anyone that takes his classes will feel accomplished and glad they showed up. I highly encourage folks to sign up and see what Zandr has to offer!

Zandr is an amazing trainer with a ton of knowledge. I trained and learned from him for a few years…read morein the CrossFit community, and his ability to modify workouts to fit each person's unique fitness goals is unmatched. I attribute my love of WOD-style workouts to Zandr. He will push you because he knows what you really are capable of. I would highly recommend his services to any and all seeking to start in their fitness journey.

I have trained with Blue Marble Fitness for two years now, and my mind and body have been…read morerevolutionized. If you are considering training with Brett, don't hesitate in contacting him to start your journey! I wanted a physical therapy and personal training hybrid to address some painful body parts, combat bone density loss (as a woman "of a certain age"), and to fill out my stick figure. Brett has provided all of that, and far more, in a friendly, non-threatening, very challenging atmosphere. I have always felt safe with him as he has pushed me to be my very best. Brett teaches impeccable form to keep the body safe and build shape specifically where it is wanted. He trains the mind in focus and body-connection for perfect movements, incredible accomplishments in the weight room, and for maximizing clients' efforts. With permission, he keeps in touch with other pertinent factors such as lifestyle, general health, diet, frame of mind, and emotions - he does not pry but is interested in helping clients achieve excellence through wellness of the whole person. Brett's passion and exceeding capability as a trainer are evident. My goals have changed as Brett has helped me to meet the old ones, and we have adjusted accordingly along the way. It is always very, very hard work - every bit of it - but it produces incredible results. Brett's coaching has always proved reliable. Beyond what I expected, Brett's training has bettered me at work and in my social and private life as well. The change and growth in my mind, my attitude, my expectations, and my view of myself and my abilities have been transformed, positively affecting every part of my life. I feel I can never say enough to convey my appreciation for Brett and his positive impact on my life. Oh right, and I definitely have bumpin' curves now!

I got out of Covid shutdown with more than a few extra pounds. I knew that I wanted to do a…read moreprogram that focused on diet/nutrition as much as working out in the gym. I had a goal to be in the best shape of my life by 40. Brett Ball has put together a personal program for me that focuses on my macros and nutrition with weekly checkins, tracking, and adjustments. We work out 5 days a week out of Will Power Gym in Hillsboro and Brett isn't just motivational, but very focused on form which has helped some of my "ungrowable" muscles explode. 10/10 recommend Brett for those on a fitness journey.

Noel Fuller is in the top 1% of Trainers on the West Coast. No nonsense approach. Such a vast…read moreknowledge of Bodybuilding, Fitness, exercise, and Diet. He has been there, done it, lifted it, tossed it, and done it again. He turns the Average in to Beasts. He has a large number of Professional Bodybuilders, Figure, and Swimsuit under his belt. I won't mention names because of Legalities. Even if you don't want to train but get lean and ripped through Diet-Noel Fuller is the MAN!!! I stopped lifting for 20 Years due to Back Injury. I barely Train and no Squats or Sit ups. Walk for Cardio 3 or 4 times a Week. The Key? -"Diet by Noel Fuller!" 56 years old. Thank you Noel!!!

Noel is an excellent personal trainer. Being a busy parent, I appreciate his workouts' efficiency…read moreand effectiveness. I'm not a bodybuilder but I see changes in my body I didn't think would have been possible without his guidance. If you want to achieve your goals sooner I recommend getting Noel as your trainer. You'll wish you had done it sooner.

I worked with Kate from Pure Body Fitness for over a year and I'd recommend her services to anyone…read moreseeking a trainer. I had Kate come to the gym in my building but I believe she does most of her training out of Fuerte Fitness. I don't really have any points of comparison but I can say that she was always extremely knowledgeable, well prepared, friendly, accommodating, and professional. She was also, as far as I can recall, never once late to an appointment and her sense of humor was always a nice distraction from the labor at hand. Hire Kate.

Kate has been a great fitness resource for me. She worked with me to fit training into my budget…read moreand has personalized the sessions to adapt to my needs - for example, I have had weak ankles for years, and Kate helped me develop some strengthening and balance exercises that I can do throughout the day. If I have trouble with a certain exercise, Kate helps me to modify it to be challenging but within my range. I've recommended her to several friends, and would encourage anyone to work with her. Also, shout-out to Fuerte Fitness, where she & I meet up for sessions! Kate + Fuerte Fitness = a step towards greater self-confidence and physical fitness.