I think this place has a lot of potential to be great. I tired it in a 5 class groupon. I was…read morereally wanting to love it, because it's close to me and I want to get into kickboxing. The programming of the rounds was really good. I did feel like I got a great exercise. Even before the rounds started, the warm up itself was pretty challenging (you can modify all the movements). The staff was ok and my interactions with most of them was aloof. I had 4 different instructors. A couple of them would tell us the instructions and then leave the mat. They didn't try to help me learn the proper techniques. One of the other participants stopped and came over to help me punch properly, so I didn't hurt myself. I think the owner may have been an instructor a couple of times. He seemed to really care that folks were learning the proper techniques. He was switching up exercises during rounds, which was different then the other instructors and I found it to be very confusing and interrupting the difficulty of the workout. He said that there would be a suggestion box to give ideas on how to improve programming, so I think with a little tweaks it will be great!

Weird vibes. I can't explain it but it is what it is. I'm not returning. Maybe the building is…read morehaunted ‍. The instructor was SUPER nice though. Give it a shot if you want ‍

My sons have been taking the "Junior Tigers" class for a few months now, and they both really love…read moreit. Master James is fantastic with all the kids, establishing early on that they will have a lot of fun in class while still learning discipline. That's a really tough line to walk, and James is a total pro. It's really great to watch the kids improve week after week as they practice the skills. I really feel that FCMA has been well worth the money for the growth I have seen in my kids over the last few months.

Love the Kickboxing class! My kids also loved the Parents Night Out, what a great thing to offer…read more Master James is wonderful.

I found Transformations Fitness on ClassPass as I had recently moved to the area, a first time mom…read moreto a newborn, and wasn't quite sure I wanted to commit to a gym. I went to a Zumba class in Odenton, and I had a blast! Since then I've joined as a member, and I've tried every single group class they offer, and I attend classes in both locations. I have lost over 30 lbs postpartum, going to a variety of the classes like Lift, barre, Push bootcamp, Spin, Fight, Centergy, Primal Yoga, and Zumba. This spring we are doing a 6 week run club and that is the coolest! When my daughter is a bit older I can't wait to bring her to Mommy & Me classes. She makes an occasional appearance at Zumba and it's the cutest! I've even gotten my senior mom to come to classes! As a woman-owned and managed gym, for women, it's my safe space and my happy place! The instructors and staff, childcare, and members are what make Transformations so amazing! And as a former member of some other expensive gyms, Transformations is very affordable! You can work out anywhere, but it won't have the supportive, fun vibes we have while we push each other to be our best selves, with grit and grace. I love my sweat sisters!

To be honest I've only been taking classes here for a couple of week but I absolutely love it! All…read moreof the instructors are amazing! Everyone is so kind,this place is like one big happy family! I've been in and out of gyms for years and honestly feel like I found "my place". Thank you all so much for welcoming me and making me feel at home! Come check this place out,you won't be disappointed at all!

Excellent martial arts that teaches moves but discipline and values. Adaptable instruction style to…read moremeet individual needs and strengths.

We love 5 Peaks Martial Arts Academy!! The owner, Matt expects a lot out of the kids and their love…read morefor him is palpable and they do their best to deliver! He teaches them life lessons while teaching them karate! I suspect that he is able to teach them things that may be their parents have not been able to teach them. Especially picky eaters and kids who have types of ADHD OCD etc. etc. disabilities. The day that he asked them what they would do if they were invited over to someone's house for a meal - can't remember if it was lunch or dinner, but it doesn't really matter - and they don't like what's on the table. He asked the kids "what do you do??!" Matt, then answers " you eat it and say thank you." You really can't find people who care so much for children and others that they are willing to help them function in the world. He has a large cadre of teenagers of many ages, share his enthusiasm and are devoted to helping these kids. Our grandson is eight and he loves karate. Way to go, Matt!

kelly Watkins is a joke! More worried about harassing the males in class when they are not…read moreinterested In her then actually providing any type of training. she loves to gossip and make up false statements about the gym members. I cannot believe any gym would have an employee like her. shame on you Conquest

This is a phenomenal gym. It's what I would call a total package to get you on track or to the next…read morelevel. The coaches and staff care about the members. They take the time to get to know you and find how to batter you and make your goals a reality. What an amazing place to workout.

Just like every other review states, great sweat but horrible customer service and horrible…read morebusiness model for you the customer. It's Impossible to cancel. The owner will threaten you verbally and physically and try to wheel and deal you into cancelling their membership. They double charge sometimes and randomly. They charge random days each month and it's usually never the same. It's happened to me a couple of times. They say they will take care of it but they don't. They are not a good business and they will take your money and make it impossible to cancel. They have multiple emails and multiple processes and multiple scripts on how to cancel your membership. You would think by telling and emailing the owner that you want to cancel would suffice, but that is far from the truth. This place is a sham and because of all these other horror stories I have read, I'm glad I escaped when I did. This is the first time I read the reviews and I was a member for years. the owner talks about this freely about not caring about the members and has no problem sending his members to collections because he knows he cons people into signing shoddy contracts that are impossible to get out of. This place deserves less than a star and it's sad because you can get a decent sweat here, but the owner is a horrible person.

The good: Fun classes, good sense of community…read more The bad: I join a chorus of others who keep being charged for classes despite following the contract. I had two doctors notes for broken bones/injuries and I was charged for those months. I finally got an email response which was obvious that they hadn't read my previous emails. When I moved out of the area, I followed my contract to cancel. I unfortunately have been charged 3 months out and have had to dispute with my bank. I cannot in good faith recommend this gym given my experience and other reviews, which is a shame because there's so much potential within the neighborhood.

This mma place is amazing! It's great because if you are just beginning or very advanced the…read morecoaches will give you one on one time to answer questions and help you improve. It's a great environment with music always playing and a great community of people. There is always a new combo of the month so you are always challenged. It's really fun and a great place to make friends and improve your kickboxing and jui jitsu!

Great place for kids and parents. My child of 4 years old loves it. he will even stop the daycare…read moreto start the summer camp here.

Amazing spot that's instilled so much confidence in my son with the amazing instructors that…read moregenuinely love and care about their students!

Great place for learning. The team is absolutely AMAZING and they have been there for decades.read more

I was a member for an entire year at this wonderful Y. I took many classes there. I swim indoors in…read morethe winter. I swam outdoors in the summer. I sat and talked with people when they had coffee out front and all my interactions with staff were wonderful. I know I will definitely be back as a member sometime soon.

I write this review after a prolonged and deeply disheartening experience with The Y in Pasadena…read more(including the YMCA of Central Maryland) involving exclusion, account deletion, and a troubling lack of transparency. As a father and legal guardian, I was denied meaningful participation in my son's summer camp experience. I'm a disabled veteran recovering from my second surgery this year, yet I remain actively involved, having volunteered over 120 hours at my son's school and coached his youth sports teams in limited capacities. In June 2025, I respectfully offered to volunteer, noting my Red Cross certification, active background checks (AACPS, Fort Meade CYS), and educational credentials. I received no response. Instead, I was quietly blocked from my son's records, my account was deleted without warning, and I was denied updates, even after repeatedly confirming my legal rights. Over six weeks, I made multiple good-faith efforts to resolve the issue. I sent documentation, explained my guardianship status, and asked for access to be restored. I was ignored. Only after some pro se legal escalation did YMCA legal counsel finally respond, but still, no resolution or response was offered. This wasn't just poor customer service. It reflected a systemic disregard for parental rights and transparency. For someone like me, a Black father to a mixed-race child and a veteran navigating medical recovery and legal barriers, it felt personal and a violation of my parental rights. As of today, September 3, 2025, my responses remain unanswered and my accounts and access to my son remain severed, despite formerly being a paying member. If you're a parent, especially one in a unique family situation, I urge you to advocate for your place in your child's life. Institutions should never get to decide how involved a loving, responsible parent is allowed to be. We all deserve better.