My recommendation comes in the form of a Facebook post the morning of the last day of my…read moreparticipation in the 6-week fitness challenge. I checked in to the gym and shared some photos of the previous day. (Photos are of my day not the gym, by the way). "There in spirit. Because my "travel workout" consisted of squatting and pressing this solid piece 10 different times (along with picking up and putting down many other heavy things) over the course of 8 hours yesterday. Every workout I missed this week, made up for and more. Grateful for the proper form learned in class over the last 6 weeks...not to mention the strength gained...that allowed me to be the impromptu 3rd hand to the moving crew I hired. We defied the laws of physics (and Tetris) at least twice. This, after waking at 5:30 to go move, stack, palletize, and wrap 1,900 bricks before the lift driver arrived at 8:00. Got in bed around 4:00 am. Just ask Eric when I emailed him *thinking* I might join the 7:30 PUSH class. Nope. Seems fitting that I would be sore in EVERY place going into my last day. Maybe I'll get some cardio at lunch... #6weeksITF PS - I couldn't photograph myself the times we weren't able to use a dolly so just for context I included two with the helpers to show the activities. Squats, presses, I think there was a farmers carry or three, we definitely did some Russian twists with this, the equivalent to a row, and probably some other movements I haven't learned the names of. (Also, this is a good approximation of how buff I am [feel] since ITF, since I had to duplicate the fellow pictured for the non-dolly lifts. )" I do have this to add: Even though this point I don't know whether I've met my goal or not, I'm giving 5 stars based on the way I feel finishing out. There are pros and cons to every gym. And each has a personality. This one suits mine better than any I've found so far. Best and most knowledgeable coaches (perhaps even within ITF, but I'm biased after spending time with these guys), and a convenient location. Everyone here is very entrepreneurial and each of the coaches is responsible for actually running the gym, which may be an added reason why there seems to be a shared sense of responsibility here. Looking back, I might choose to sign up normally rather than through a 6-week challenge, since I wanted to get fit and health anyway. But at the same time, the regimen and camaraderie of a group probably helped keep me on point, especially with everything that life threw at me during the course: back trouble, loss of a client, gain of two new clients, startup of a side business, and relocation...just to name a few. If you're on the fence about whether this is for you, the 6-week challenge may be for you. If you know what you want and can commit, though, I have no reservations about suggesting you just go ahead and grab a membership now.

I dropped in while I was visiting town for work and the community and programming here was 5 star…read more Coach Eric motivated me through the workout and was overall a great coach. I also loved that the programming was challenging and it definitely made use of the hour class.

I am so glad we were able to join this gym, after going through two others that proved to be…read moredisappointing. The gym is open 24/7 and is also clean and perfectly air conditioned. They offer group fitness classes Monday through Saturday, and actually have both a spinning room and mind-body room in addition to the group fitness area. The locker rooms are clean and include a steam room. For those who purchase locker subscriptions, you can even add on a laundry service for an extra charge. Unfortunately, it is not a dry clean service, but I imagine it works for those who prefer keeping washer-friendly attire and even athletic-wear at the gym. There is street parking, and there's a garage attached to the building that you can park in, but I've never actually had to use it since there isn't much traffic when I go at 6 am. My only complaint with the design is that there is only one set of bathrooms, which is on the ground floor. It's incredibly annoying to be in the middle of a spinning class and have to go downstairs to the women's locker room just to use the restroom! However, I give this gym 4 stars because the managers are wonderful. We had a problem with a spinning instructor who was consistently absent from a scheduled class, and the management handled the situation beautifully once it was brought to their attention. All in all, this gym is a great stop for anyone who works or lives downtown.

OK, now that I've been going to 24E for several months I couldn't give an honest review. The gym is…read morevery convenient considering it's downtown however it doesn't offer enough for me. They have very few scheduled classes for you to come and they're all during midday or after work hours so there's no early morning classes if that's something you're looking for for your health journey as far as equipment goes it's pretty regular not too old but not anything new. They do have a small steam room, which I enjoy. They do offer personal training, but it is extremely expensive and I did feel like I had to work with their schedule versus them being able to work with mine so it ended up being very inconvenient for me. They have also changed management and location personnel and I think that's made a big difference in a positive way so if you are in the downtown area and they fit your needs, give them a try but overall they just really didn't fit my needs.

I have been doing gyms and working out for most of my life. For years I was at Iron Tribe and one…read moreof the OGs from Homewood. I drank the Kool-Aide and loved the place. But there comes a time when you just need to mix it up and try something different. And when it was Luan heading it up, you know when it comes to the cutting edge of fitness in Bham, he is the man and so follow him I did and I am so glad I did!!! There is a "cross-fit" aspect to the conditioning workouts, although with a definite twist. Everyday is not a 1,2,3 go and hit your redline. You actually spend time during the week working on positioning and form. There is one day focusing on active recovery. Some days they will throw in steel maces which are so much fun and beyond challenging. It's all about the whole body, including what you put in your body as well. To top things off, during every class time, there is a simultaneous class running in strength training and Olympic weightlifting. Because its not all about conditioning, but all recent studies in fitness and keeping your body in top condition is including strength training. And with Luan at the helm who has devoted his career in the fitness world to the study of Olympic weight training, this is the real deal. And don't be afraid if you have never done it. The trainers are there to work your through and make sure your form and movement is where it should be. WH has even formed an Olympic weightlifting team that has been competing around the southeast and doing really well. But not only do you get top equipment and instruction, the community is one of the best I have ever been associated with. Encouraging, open, caring and just people you want to hang with. You really do end of feeling it is your home away from home. The people of WH are here to help you succeed, reach for your best self, and make sure you do it safely. WH is always running deals where you can try it for a week for free or pay for only a month so you can try it before you jump on in and commit. I promise if you try it...you will find your home. Thank you for the training WH!

A lot of gyms have some great qualities, but very few gyms go above and beyond in all areas…read more Wheelhouse is one of those few. No other gym I know of has the same level of professional and intentional coaches and staff. They have gone to great lengths to make the gym both as useful and accessible to as many people as possible. For example, there are regular class options for those who want to be apart of a class, there are drop-in options, and they now have open gym option for people who just want to use the facility to train on their own. Not to mention if you pay for regular classes, you also have open gym access whenever the doors are open. Suffice it to say that if you're looking for an awesome gym in Birmingham, chances are high WHA will meet your needs. Lastly but also importantly, the facility and equipment are top of the line and competition-ready. The strength class uses the Rogue Olympic Weightlifting barbells and plates, and the conditioning side has Concept2 rowers, SkiErg, and Assault AirBikes in addition to also having more Rogue barbells, plates, and dumbbells as well. So much more to say, but Wheelhouse is an easy 5 stars!

I have been waiting on this place to open since February! They finally completed construction and…read morepassed inspection and opened last month. If you're open to working out in a 116-125 degrees small sauna then this is your place. I absolutely love this place and the results that I am seeing beyond weight loss is real. I leave a class feeling so refreshed and I sleep like a baby at night thanks to HotWorx. I highly recommend popping in for a guest class you can't go wrong. Also, the staff is extremely friendly and they are always there to answer questions and provide suggestions.

If you want to reach a new level of fitness insanity, RUN TO HOTWORX. You could consider me insane…read morebecause I'll be going back! I really enjoyed Hot cycle and Hot blast. The heat in the rooms weren't overwhelming and still very breathable. I loved that the classes were 15 mins as well.

This is such a nice little workout studio in downtown Birmingham. It is at The Battery downtown so…read morethere is a small parking lot that is shared between them and a few other businesses so I'm usually able to find a space but have sometimes had to opt for street parking. All the ladies that work at this studio are super nice and helpful! They are on the second floor of The Battery. You walk in and you can place your stuff in the cubby holes and change shoes/into sticky socks. You initial your name at the front desk, and they also have a mini-storefront with things like clothing and accessories. The studio is impeccably clean! You have weights, straps, TRX straps, balls, the coolest foldable yoga mats, and these little round foot pads that they use to work out in. I have been to a couple of classes including their Fusion and Express (shorter) classes. The first class was challenging to me, but later on I really enjoyed these classes. They usually offer several morning classes from about 5am-8am, a noon class, and the afternoon classes are usually from 3pm-6pm. I usually pick the noon or early afternoon classes cause I'm just not a morning person lol. They also provide such an uplifting environment! I always feel so great after class and look forward to it so much.

4 stars because the class was great. The environment was welcoming and I got in a nice sweaty…read moreworkout. The price is a little high for my preference but I recommend!

This program!!! I cannot say enough about this program!!! A 21 day diet program is provided, a…read moreprivate Fb group for accountability, exercise sessions, target isolated muscles/muscle groups and are about 45 minutes. The cost is only $21 for this class!!! Ready to sign up for November 2025 "21 Days of Hell"!!! This class is offered every month. Once you enroll in 21 days of hell class it comes with a diet program to follow for the 21 days and has a private Fb group for accountability. The classes are about 45 minutes long. The best part is the cost is only $21 for this class.

I'll start by saying I absolutely love this gym!! They offer a class called "21 days of Hell" and…read morebelieve me for someone that hasn't exercised in a while this definitely lives up to the name. If you are familiar with the Insanity workouts this is kind of similar to this. This class is offered every month. Once you enroll in 21 days of hell class it comes with a diet program to follow for the 21 days and has a private Fb group for accountability. The classes are about 45 minutes long. The best part is the cost is only $21 for this class. The instructors are amazing! My favorite one is Tiffany. However each one is great! You know there great if they are doing the workouts with you! I took the class 2 months in a row and really stuck with the 21 days. They have about 3 different locations and times for this class which is great also. They also offer other classes too! I definitely will be returning soon!

I've been going to this particular location of orange theory for almost 2 years now and wow, I…read morecan't begin to explain just how monumental finding this gym has been in my life. I originally joined to get in shape for my wedding but ended up staying for the long haul because THIS WORKS YALL. Downtown OTF is, in my opinion, the superior one in the Birmingham area. Coach Avana and Nigel have what it takes to keep me engaged in class and always pushing to be better. I go 3 times a week, sometimes more and I saw results quickly. I'm no longer embarrassed to show my arms in sleeveless dresses and tops, and my muscles are more defined. I will caution you though, you get what you put into it. If you only come once a week you probably won't see results. This is something you have to work for (as is any workout facility). Going as much as I do has yielded a long term loss in body fat, toned legs and arms, and endurance IVE NEVER HAD, even when I played college soccer. I can run 5ks without even thinking about it now AND I AM NOT SOMEONE WHO LOVES TO RUN. Favorite things about OTF DOWNTOWN- there are so many classes to choose from that you don't get at other OTF or any other studio of any sort. The coaches and staff are top notch. It is always clean and in the showers they even provide hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. They have complimentary hygiene products in all bathrooms for that day you forget your pony tail holder, deodorant, or tampon. First class is free so why not try it out?

I would have loved to have given OT 5 stars, because I absolutely loved the staff, facilities, and…read morethe workout. I tried OT while I was traveling through Birmingham, and I've been wanting to try an OT studio in my hometown of Miami. I signed up for a class and was told to come in 45 minute prior to class, which going to other studios I knew that was way too much time. When I questioned it, they said 30 minutes prior was ok. I showed up before class and they completed paperwork, got me setup for a heart rate monitor, did a studio tour, and then introduced me to the coach (Avana) who showed me how the equipment worked and gave a brief overview of today's workout. Avana was an amazing coach, checked on you throughout the workout and kept you motivated along the way. So why not a complete 5 star experience? The heart rate system didn't work throughout the entire workout. The coach and the front desk team checked their system to see why it wasn't working and they couldn't remedy the problem. It really defeated the purpose of the OT system and workout because of the technical problem. It's hard to figure out how you need to modify how you are performing in your workout if their systems aren't working as they should be. Would I come back to OT? Probably, but it is for the staff alone. I don't fault them for faulty equipment.. but I do fault management for not keeping their systems up to date and maintained.

If you are looking for personal training in the Birmingham area, this is the place to be. Kevin has…read morevast knowledge of the body and its exomuscular nervous system. His specialty is strength and conditioning, as well as building explosive and twitchy individuals. The pictures on the wall of the catalog of his trained athletes speak for themselves. Lastly, Kevin has connections to some of the best athletic, on-field coaches & trainers in the area. Though they have their own niche, Coach Woodall, Price, and Swift each also train guys from the gym. Each, again, coaches a wide variety of successful athletes from the area. THERE ARE ALSO CLASSES FOR NON-ATHLETES through Keith! By far the best place to train in Birmingham!

Xtreme Fitness is Birmingham's elite personal training gym. I love it here because you can come…read morefrom any range of health/fitness and come out lean and fit! Kevin, the owner, really knows what he's doing. He's got an athletic background, and even trains budding athletes that have gone on to play big college football. Like any place, come in with your game face because he doesn't care for whiners. He knows what you're capable of, and he'll push you. Don't even think of going anywhere else in Birmingham. This is it.

Horrific experience. My wife went into this gym to get a membership and then they talked her into…read moresigning a 6 month commitment to personal training at $54 per session. Handed her a laminated sheet that layed out no terms of cancellation; in fact, the person signing her up informed her she could cancel whenever she so pleased. After her trainer canceled on her and couldn't reschedule until 2 weeks later, we went in to cancel the whole thing. The manager showed up 20 minutes late to our appointment and when confronted got defensive and said "I didn't know about it, I had a meeting I could've gone to instead and left yall here." Anyway, as it turns out, behind the screen, there was a $350 cancellation fee if it wasn't cancelled w/in 3 days of the creation of the contract. So out of the horrible experience, we payed it just to get out of this place.

I like the gym and the more private area upstairs. The employees are either flirty or mean, there's…read morereally no inbetween.