Have you ever joined a gym and didn't see results? Orangetheory Fitness is NOT that! If you are…read morelooking for a physical transformation with personal coaches pushing you, and you enjoy workout-classes, this is it! I started with OrangeTheory Fitness (OTF) Tacoma, before the University Place branch studio opened, and my husband joined UP OTF as a new grand-opening-member. We used to go to the 5am classes together until Covid shut everything down. UP OTF kept calling me on the phone to rejoin, and after many bad-habits (overeating, drinking, late-night snacking, lack of exercise, binge-watching and sedentary-habits) formed and I was embarrassed of my weight-gain, I rejoined OTF UP last May. The thing I love about Orangetheory is, you really don't need to think: just show up! The coaches take over and when you leave, you'll be a sweaty mess! I can never get THAT good of a workout (burning 500 calories) on my own at a gym in under an hour (50 mins) in comparison. So, I've been showing-up, and guess what happened? My inner-athlete came out! My old-college-athlete, buried deep within my now post-50-year-old body, came out. My desire to improve and change took over. It was buried DEEP within me, under those layers of extra 35 pounds I'd gained post-COVID, plus another 20 pounds post college, but it became awakened! Orangetheory Fitness says, if you show up with the desire to change, you will burn 500 calories every class! I also joined Noom, an app on my phone to track and teach me about my dietary habits, as I knew I wanted to improve my nutrition habits. The combination of eating healthy + OTF, in the past 9 months I've successfully lost 37 pounds! And I'm stronger and healthier! I love the coaches encouragement and the music, at OTF. What they do is research evidence-based, so they will call you out by your name! They will push you to use heavier weights or run harder and faster. I needed that! I needed the push from people who care to help get me across my finish line of personal goals. I wasn't able to lose the weight on my own: I'd tried for years! I didn't stop exercising during Covid, but walking my dog isn't the same as being told to lift heavy weights. And when was the last time I'd chosen to run hard on a treadmill at another gym? I never chose the treadmill! And I would never get on a rower for 20 minutes! But at OTF I do! It's that herd-mentality of if the entire group is doing it, I will too! And at OTF I do what I'm told, and I love the results!

Lame, no effort instructors & absent non-responsive management if there's an issue. I generally…read morelike OTF but not this location

Amazing facility. This man is the most knowledgeable person I've ever gotten the chance to meet…read more What an expert. This man has more inventions then I do underwear. Top notch service and knowledge I can't believe it. If I were to trust anyone with my life it would be blake. Yes. You read that right, Blake is far more knowledgeable then any doctor I've met. A++ service. 10/10 would recommend.

If you are any kind of athlete and you haven't already gotten a fitness test, then you absolutely…read moreneed to go here. Call this place tomorrow and go and do the GPA test. The GPA test measures flexibility, aerobic fitness and strength and gives you a grade out of a 4.0 scale. I can't stress how useful it is to have scientific results of your fitness that can be tested regularly to measure your progress. And in the results of the test, Blake can dissect your health and fitness with incredible depth and make ballpark suggestions on what to do to improve that you'd otherwise have to go through rigorous and expensive testing elsewhere to basically get offered the same advice. And best of all the service is so cheap and Blake is so friendly.

Wow, what a cool place! If you want do something different and change your workout up, you should…read moredefinitely try this place out. It's great for any sort of postop recovery. I think it's also great for changing up your typical workout. You've done for years. This stuff is incredible, everything is clean, and everyone there is super nice.

The girls that work here are so sweet and so helpful. It's never too busy and I get a great…read moreworkout. I love that it's available 24 hours a day-

Isaac is an adept Lecher Antenna practitioner. He performed a balancing session with me remotely…read moreand I am so glad he did. With the ACMOS insight and Isaac's expertise, I left with advice and confidence to keep my health issues in check. Next time I am looking for a Tacoma personal trainer, I will definitely call Isaac at Beometry

I've never done personal training before but after having surgery on my neck a year ago and…read morefinishing up physical therapy, I wanted to get back in shape, but I am hypermobile and need highly personalized care due to postural issues and compensations. I first asked if they ever worked with any hypermobile clients because so many trainers don't even know what that is, and when I sent a message to Beometry, Isaac set up a time for a call to discuss my needs and spent a whole hour talking to me on the phone about my goals, past injuries, hypermobility, past athletic experiences etc! Most places would just want to get you in the door as soon as possible and take your money, but I felt like Isaac truly understood my issues and actually cared! He put together a plan for me and I have worked with Miriam in a small group personal training session. Miriam is unbelievably talented and came up with all kinds of workarounds due to some of the issues I have with my joints. When I first came in, I still had a lot of pain and stiffness in my neck, back and ribs, and we have worked on improving my mobility, especially in my ribs, and breathing. After going to Beometry for a few months, I just went on my first backpacking trip in 20 years, which is something I never thought I'd be able to do again, and I'm actually feeling so well that I am planning on hiking the PCT next year (all 2,650 miles of it). I can't thank Beometry enough and would recommend them to anyone in the area who is looking for a trainer whether it's for weight loss, general fitness, or gaining mobility back to live pain free!!

First note that they have two Yelp reviews, the second can be found here:…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/rainier-medical-wellness-and-weightloss-puyallup and provides some additional feedback. And in my opinion a more accurate representation of the disaster of a business you're considering engaging with. Overall experience was terrible. The consultation in general was simply an excuse to push processed, expensive packaged foods like shakes, bars, etc. instead of teaching clients how to eat real food in a sustainable way. I decided not to move forward with the program after meeting with the Dr. Weeks later I received an invoice that brings me to the disaster of their billing. Their "insurance experts" and front office completely miss the boat on accurately explaining the offices costs. When I walked in the gal attempted to charge me $95 (I later learned this was the full cost if I had no insurance, in hindsight I should have simply paid this). I told her I was quoted $45 by the billing team and wasn't interested in paying $95 for a consultation so if it was that vs. $45 cancel the appointment. She went to the back and came back out and said oh year $45. Ok. Two weeks later, after paying the $45 the day of the appointment, I received a bill for $92.88. Which by the way in hindsight NOT using insurance would have been better for me, wish their "insurance expert" had mentioned that when she ran my insurance and told me the cost for a consultaton would be $45. The billing company (they outsource it) was really nice to work with and apologetic explaining they've had high turn over at the medical office and have been having problems with clients not having expenses properly explained. Apparently I'm not the first to have this or a similar issue. They escalated my call back to Rainier Medical who came back and said the costs are listed on the website and I signed something when I showed up that said I'd pay whatever was billed so it was due. I paid the $92.88 (plus the original $45) and am wiping my hands of the experience but hope by sharing others will know to (a) avoid this place, the services aren't worth it and (b) if you do go don't trust the billing/front desk team to be helpful.

After years of slowly putting on weight, I finally said "No More!" My Physician recommended Rainier…read moreMedical Weightloss last June (2019). I walked through the doors at University Place at the end July, scared, anxious, emotional and truth be told....broken. The immediate support I received was amazing. I committed that day, and have not looked back. I have learned that everyone's Weightloss journey is unique. My 30+ weightloss number is another's 100+...or 20+. The emotions are the same, the struggle the same.....and the feeling of success the same when that scale drops. Dr. Sutherland and her staff from the PA's, Nutritionists, Trainers and Office Personnel work closely to provide an overall package uniquely designed to each patient. Being under a Physicians care while in my Weightloss phase helped keep my spirits up during the times I struggled, and the online app and Handbook gave my guidance when I had questions. I have entered Maintenance and realize this next phase comes with new challenges and will require a lifetime of focus and diligence. However with the amazing support from Rainier Medical Weightloss my husband, daughter, friends and co-workers, I am excited to face this New Year (2020)....healthier, happier and stronger! If you are considering a "New Direction"....start now. Pick up the phone, open that door and walk through. You are more of a Warrior that you think.

You will never find a group of trainers that truly care about their clients any more then this…read moregroup. They educate re nutrition as well. The best part is their knowledge on how much to encourage to the next step of fitness, no matter what your! Your body is worth the investment! Jeannie C.

READ THE SMALL PRINT!! Worst customer service I have ever experienced. I paid, in advance, for 20…read morepersonal training sessions. After 11 sessions, I realized this is not the gym for me. I asked for a refund but was turned down by the owner, Dusty. My suggestion...join the YMCA or some other facility that respects the consumer. Dusty gave me lip service but that was all.

I started coming here about 6 months ago. My daughter wanted me to improve my health and fitness…read moreand gave me 20 visits as a gift. I have NEVER lifted weights before so CrossFit was all new to me!" I was impressed by how friendly and welcoming EVERYONE is from the young couple that own the business to the coaches to all the fellow people that come for a workout. With zero experience everyone was patient with me and walked me through the workout classes. The classes are in different levels. I really enjoy the classes for people 55 years and older. The workouts are designed for someone older or less skilled like me. They usually have between 10 and 25 people in each hour long class. The first 10 minutes or so are spent stretching and warming you up for the workout. They rotate between upper and lower body workouts (often each day has a combination of the two and then there is a cardio element. After my 20 visit pass ran out I chose a monthly plan that works for me. I can attend up to 4 classes a week and it costs me less than $5 a class. That is a great value for the workouts you get. In addition to the improved fitness I have also made some new friends and hope to keep coming for a long time!

A few short weeks ago, I hobbled into my chiropractic office using a cane because I was…read moreexperiencing debilitating back pain. My doctor advised me to hit the gym and strengthening my core. I then got into contact with a few gyms in the area, but only one of them seemed like a good fit: University Place CrossFit. To me, this gym feels very inclusive. For someone like me who hasn't worked out regularly in 20+ years and has mobility issues, this place has been great. It's a smaller gym, the owners John and Ashley are great. The other members have been nothing but helpful and encouraging. I feel like I have a lot of very knowledgeable, fitness oriented individuals actively helping me feel better. To me, that's HUGE. anyway, after a few short weeks, coming in 3 times per week, I no longer need my cane and am experiencing far less pain. I went from barely able to walk to doing split squats and actual RUNNING! This place is great!

You get what you pay for. Price is decent for the selection of equipment and classes. I've never…read morehad a problem finding an empty machine or weigh set. The bad: the place is cheap. About 1/3 of the cardio equipment doesn't connect to Apple/galaxy watch even though it is supped to. The men's locker room is a joke. It looks like they ran out of money and just said "oh well. We stop here". There's a huge gap where there should be more lockers and it's just unfinished plywood. There is one small bench for everyone that holds one person. The showers are gross and the water pressure is weak. And the locker room floor is finished concrete. Seems like a slip and fall lawsuit waiting to happen. No paper towels in the locker room at all.

Amazing gym and staff! There are so many things that this gym offers. One stop shop! Highly…read morerecommend!

It was pre covid before my last visit. I felt as a black woman none of the instructors wanted to…read morework with me and mediocre one who did publicly accused me of not paying her. Not true and very unprofessional.

I absolutely LOVE this studio! Mind you it is the only studio I have ever been to more than once,…read morebut that is beside the point. I felt completely welcomed and at home the first time I set foot in Brandon's studio. The rates are comparable to others I have seen, the hours are awesome, the equipment is extremely nice and the instructors are outstanding! When I first came (about 2 years ago) it was with a friend to try a reformer class. I purchased the "beginners pack" which is an excellent deal (includes matt and reformer classes along with 5 privates... YES I SAID 5 PRIVATES!) Brandon (the owner) asked me about my goals and limitations/why I wanted to try Pilates. He hooked me up with an AMAZING instructor, Kris, who not only has helped me in my practice, but has really helped me with my life. It was like it was meant to be- a serious blessing. All of the instructors are great- and very different. It is well worth mixing it up and taking the different classes and trying privates with each of them. They all have a different vibe, but are all well informed to make modifications for your individual needs. Matt and reformer classes are offered throughout the day, and they even have a TRX class ( I have never taken it but I know it is popular!) I came here with a TON of body drama (physically and mentally), and although I still suffer, my symptoms are SO MUCH BETTER. As I said in my google review, the people who work here genuinely care about you as a person- not just a client. Sometimes I feel like I go just for the vibe/ chit chat instead of the practice :) I HIGHLY suggest checking this studio out if you are in Tacoma. You will not regret it. HOT TIP- I started by attending classes/session 3-4 times a week, then going a little wild (yaaaa maybe I was doing too much), and now back to 3-4... and yes you will notice a huge difference in how your body moves, feels and looks! It totally works!

The cleanest Planet fitness i have ever been to. The NEW…read morehybrid tanning booth was just amazing. Staff, especially Jackie were so helpful and friendly I was just utterly impressed. Thank you guys & gal Respectfully, PaulMichael M.

COLD! Overall the place is ok. Pretty clean, staff is good, but equipment stays broken for far too…read morelong and the fans are on at full speed even in the dead of winter. Hot water and clean showers/locker room. I go at 5am so it's not too busy, but hard to get a good workout while freezing cold. Either turn the heat up or fans down ‍