Kimae has the nerve to tell you she's a former father person, then looks you right in the face and…read moresays "Yea, I don't think I can help you." Yes, she refunded my money, but fat shaming from a personal trainer is wild to me. If you want to tone up and are skinny this may work for you, but if you fat and really want to lose significant weight, look for a different program. There are trainers/coaches out there that have no issues with modification and working with you where you are NOW. Kimae isn't one of those people. It has taken YEARS of therapy and finding the right kind of coach to be even able for me to say anything about the treatment I received at her hands....which is SO messed up because I really did like the way she would break down an exercise. She would explain how a specific movement would work which muscles. And I was truly learning a lot. That's why I was caught off guard when I was told me she couldn't help me.

My partner and I started bootcamps at around the same time, he chose a former athlete trainer who…read moreis an NSCA certified strength and conditioning specialist with an indoor facility and equipment. I went with Kimae's bootcamp thinking that certification didn't matter and having an all women outdoor bootcamp would give camaraderie and be nice for summer. From her website Kimae states she is certified in holistic fitness coaching and group training through the CHEK Institute. For some reason though she is not listed anywhere on the CHEK website as a trainer. From the start our bootcamps were very different, my partner's bootcamp class size averaged 10-15 students where as Kimae's is 40-60 students as she runs two classes at once for newbies and returnees. That is where the problems lay. With that many students Kimae is understandably overwhelmed, unable to check form or field questions. Half of the class time you are running laps as she gives instruction to the other group and then sends them off to run laps as she gives instructions to your group. My partner's bootcamp is entirely devoted to specific exercises that build on each other and each student is given adjustments to their form as they exercise. She is unable to meet the goals of her advertising from her website. More then half of the class miss the instruction she gives for the next set of exercises and have to ask each other. It is very difficult to ask a question as there are just too many participants. She had one entire set of class exercises taken from a magazine page which she emailed the link for. That was embarrassing for me compared to the specific workouts my partner was getting in his bootcamp. She has a weekly statement of nutrition advice she gives everyone and is unable to get more personalized then that. She canceled our group's second week calls and failed to provide the promised food diary feedback via email. After experiencing a mild ankle sprain and asking about the makeup policies, any suggestions for working around the sprain during the 2 weeks off needed for healing and requesting the nutrition food diary feedback she promised now 2 weeks late, Kimae then sent an email with a fake header saying it was from one week prior but she failed to check the reference ID's in the message source, and then she dropped me from the rest of the session and refunded my class fee telling me to sign up with another trainer. I took her suggestion and will now be working with my partner's trainer. I do hope she can run her business in a more sustainable and less shady way and provide a better service then what she is doing. Clients are more likely to continue working with you if you are honest about your mistakes. For anyone considering the bootcamp my advice would be to skip this one, there are better bootcamps in Seattle with more knowledgeable trainers.

I've been coming to this studio for years, and have brought friends and made friends there. It's…read moreone of my communities. I move younger, my balance and reflexes work better, and I have the core strength to make good posture easy. The equipment is amazing and sophisticated. It takes some faith and commitment for the first month or two, as there's a significant learning curve. There's also a sense of play and laughter. Vincent, the owner, is wise, funny, and very French.

Gyrotonic is AMAZING and is one of the best kept secrets for improving usable strength, for posture…read moreand flexibility. I had the best experience here at this studio and am so excited I can finally afford to come back and take lessons again! Jeffrey was my instructor and he was patient and encouraging. I highly recommend this movement to anyone who wants to take care of their bodies or who does any type of sport or dance that they want to cross train for.

We've been working with Isaiah for about 5 months now, twice a week, and we couldn't recommend him…read moremore as a personal trainer. We do the partner training at home (at our building gym) and Isaiah has been great in tailoring the training routines for us and what's available at the gym. He always varies the routine and focuses on functional exercises, with lots of core and balance. But the exercises aren't just random as he is very knowledgeable and explains the why of certain exercises whenever we ask. He has a great approach, very personable and also always keeping an eye on our postures and making sure we're doing the exercises properly. I appreciate how he pushes us to always try to go a little harder, but is always mindful of our limits so we don't get injured. Within two months we already saw visible results in our bodies and also our resistance and strength. He is also always on time and never missed a session (and we train at 7am!). The only time we had to skip a session he got in touch with us way ahead of time and promptly rescheduled it. We're pretty happy with him as our trainer and will continue working with him this year for sure!

Isaiah is an excellent personal trainer, especially if you're looking for someone who understands…read moreinjury-aware strength training. He taught me the fundamentals of lifting and created a personalized program based on my abilities, limitations, and goals. When I was recovering from injuries--including ankle and rotator cuff issues from a skiing accident--he consistently modified exercises to support healing while still building strength. His attention to form, biomechanics, and progression made a huge difference in how confident I felt training. He's knowledgeable, adaptable, and genuinely invested in his clients' success. Also, he was incredibly patient and kind--down to keeping my dog entertained during sessions. Highly recommend to anyone who wants smart, safe, and effective training.

Ryan changed my life, I have been a regular at firefitness for 3 years now and it's been home to me…read moresince. 3 years I was in the worst horrible shape anyone can get to accomplish, I had heard about Ryan and how good he is and one day I literally grabbed him by his arm and asked him for help because I'm miserably out of shape with a lot of pain in different areas of my body, shoulders, elbows, lower back, cramps at night, etc... Now I am almost an addict to firefitness, I have lost 40 pounds and I'm almost in the best and most athletic shape in my place. This place f*ing rocks! Thank you Fire Fitness!

Update: STILL TERRIBLE! Will still it respond to me like they were supposed regarding the…read moremistreatment of me and other residents. To go along with that, I have watched you ruin others bodies with your aggressive weight lifting and Horrible posture. As a resident of the Elements Apartments, Fire Fitness has made working out impossible in the gym. The main trainer uses up all of the space and treats residents VERY poorly. Residents should always come first. Tired of getting treated like I can't use my own gym. Would appreciate a change and some respect. Multiple time I have received rude glares and eye rolls from the "main" trainer.You are using our space. Really wish they would find somewhere else to train.

Welcome to the gun show! Kristen will LIFT you up to the next level of personal best. She is…read moreamazing and you can see it in everything she does. Her commitment to health and fitness is just the beginning of what sets her apart from other trainers. She is a disciplined teacher, yet totally fun to hang out with! It makes the entire process of training a much more enjoyable experience- plus she will do everything possible to help you achieve your fitness goals. I came to see her last year, had a goal to look good for a reunion and she made it happen. Sure, it took commitment on my part, but having her guidance and experience made it simple and attainable. She motivates, strengthens and builds friendships along the way. If you are looking to make a change in your life, make sure that Kristen and Lift are a part of it. Trust me, you cannot get better than this!

Update - hey Im still seeing Kristen 2-3 times a week. She keeps you accountable and makes it fun…read more Im inspired by her own journey and dedication. I may not be able to match her results but everyday I feel good about the effort and education I get thru keeping on. Also she really knows what women's bodies will respond to in both weight training and FOOD. She is a real pro and IM coming up on 5.5 years. Best decision to start, better decision to keep on going!!

I've been going to Smart Running since January and can easily say that I'm addicted! Each session…read moreis different -- it's a mixture of speed work, strength training, form, endurance and ugh... hills! It's super motivating to have Coach Marc and other running club members cheering you on during the workouts, and most important to me, I can see a definite improvement in my running performance! Smart Running has members of all different fitness levels and members who have all sorts of different goals. The really cool thing is that Marc will adapt the workout to what fits best for the individual. Happy running!

Marc helped me go from never running in my life (I'm 32) to completing my first 5k in 10 months! I…read morehave an old knee injury and thought I couldn't do it, but we met for several private sessions that helped me boost my strength and confidence. Now I go to the group sessions and really appreciate the workout and instruction. Great for runners of any level. I highly recommend Smart Running!

I've been working with Sue for a little over a year and am in better shape than I was 10 years ago…read more Whether in a 1:1 or small group session she pushes me do my personal best. This summer's Saturday morning and Monday night boot camps at the Locks have been awesome!

I'm a recreational cyclist and was looking to get a little fitter before summer on the road. It had…read morebeen a few years since I'd done a spin class, and had been looking for a place to get back into it. Lucky I found Beautiful Bike thanks to a Groupon, because this is easily the best indoor bike class I've done. The RealRyder bikes are great, and Peter sets them up for you with pedals, seats and proper fit. He also checks in before and after classes to see if you're still happy with the set up. Peter runs most classes and he's great, not only does he motivate the class, he also coaches technique for efficient cycling, something very much missing from other spin instructors. Also the Monday night sessions with Tony on drums to liven up the music are great fun, and add some variety to the class. Would recommend to anyone from cycling novice to experienced cyclists.

It's only a matter of time before this place is packed. If you like group cycling classes in an…read moreairy, funky loft space, with great acoustics and awesome music, you're going to love this place. I have some extra time on my hands and wanted to dive into a regular spinning routine but couldn't swallow the cost of Flywheel and came across the much more reasonably priced Beautiful Bike. Turns out the bikes here are way better anyways. They move! Much more realistic riding since you get some of that same instability that you experience outside. Honestly, the only thing missing here is the packed house. But that's inevitable, I'm sure of it...