I've tried a lot of weight loss programs over the years and OPEX is the first to get me. They…read morefigured me out and helped me find my internal motivation to change the way I eat and how I work out. I'm learning so much! I'm down 42 pounds (from 225!) so far and I'm not stopping! For the first time in ten years, I feel like I have control over how I eat and live. I'm so lucky I found OPEX, my life is forever changed.

One of the many reasons OPEX Hampstead works for me and why I love it so much is because ALL of my…read moreworkouts are programmed around what I want to improve. I'm not limited to a workout that may or may not benefit me. Trying to modify for my skill level, left feeling inferior because I can't get the "prescribed" weight up, the reps for time in or the footwork down. Open honest communication with my amazing coach helps me to not only reach my goals but continue to raise the bar for myself at a pace that fits where I'm at right now. If something isn't working we adjust the workouts keeping my goals in mind. I never leave feeling like I've failed, only that I'm making progress no matter how fast or slow but it's always moving forward. I look and feel better than I ever have. I honestly and wholeheartedly believe in what Kyle and Ashley are doing here. I feel they truly care about seeing the individual reach their own personal goals. I see it working not only for myself but for other clients as well!! I strongly recommend coming down and seeing what working out in a fun, caring, inspiring atmosphere looks like!! Feeling stronger, healthier, happier. #OPEXhampstead #weareOPEX

I've been an Express Fitness member for over a decade. A previously great gym, I have grown…read morefrustrated with how the parent gym, Executive, seems eager to find ways to nickle and dime members, advertise disingenuously, and how staff attention has waned. Many gyms seem to have a cost model of a sign-up fee plus monthly charge. At New Year, to entice potential customers, the start-up fee is often waived. However, Express is the only gym I know which has started to carry this supplemental forward year after year. When is a $29.99/monthly fee really a $34.16 monthly fee? When they tack a hidden $50 "maintenance fee" onto your account at yearly renewal time. It's slimy fake advertising. If you have issues with credit card numbers getting stolen, Express will want to charge you for that, too. The second time my billing card was compromised and account number changed, Express issued a $35 charge for a bounced $24.99 charge (monthly fee at the time) against a closed card. This fee was $10 more than the actual charge that bounced! Do you want to use the top row lockers so you're not hunched over using the bottom row lockers? Express will want to charge you a rental fee for that, too. The parent gym, Executive, actually locks all the top row lockers so you're forced to use the bottom ones. "Hunch over for health?" In fairness, they're not yet all locked in Hooksett. A friend left Express in 2016 when they instituted the "maintenance fee" and speaks quite highly of his Planet Fitness membership at half the price. Staff there is always out and about cleaning up and organizing equipment, a refreshing change from the mess that sometimes greets late day visitors at Express. (Express also has at least one slob member who trims his beard and leaves the trimmings around the sink which may sit there for hours. This has gone on for years.) There are some pluses. There is new equipment starting in 2018. There is free childcare with ample toys. Care quality varies by employee, however: sometimes there is interactive child engagement, sometimes a student is busy doing homework while the TV provides entertainment. Regardless, I am very happy Express has a nut-free policy. If you care about building functional full-body strength and balance, doing things like barbell squats and dead-lifts are a key training component you can do at Express. Planet Fitness is all about machines so you'd miss those there. I used to love Express, now I sound like crotchety old man describing it. I still go because it's the closest place I can lift heavy weights once or twice a week. I try to work around the class schedule, since many group exercise instructors blast class music so it's louder than the ambient music in the rest of the gym. My "light" days are now at home with a doorway pull-up bar, Bowflex adjustable dumbbells, and an incline bench. A few small fixes, and some integrity in the billing office, would be all it would take to make Express great again.

A little more pricy per month than other gyms in the area, but express offers a large amount of…read moremachines that I hadn't found at other local gyms. Good classes such as yoga, Pilates, spin and strength and core are also included with cost of gym. Would recommend for residents of the Hooksett area.

Dropped in here for a few days while visiting family. Highly recommend! The gym is huge and plenty…read moreof great equipment. Super friendly and welcoming community. Juan coached the classes I attended and he is the man! Really cool and knowledgeable. Helped me clean up my squat snatches during one workout. This will be my go to spot any time we're back in town!

I joined CFA for 1 month while home between moves. Everyone from the coaches to the members were…read morefriendly and welcoming. Great programming that was constantly challenging and great experience! I highly recommend!

I move every year for work, have had over two dozen gym memberships across the country, and this…read moreplace is THE BEST OF THE BEST. The gym is spotless, looks great, the locker rooms are clean, there's a basketball court, smoothie bar, the price point is fantastic, parking is ample, and Lisa and Danielle are both incredibly nice. Each class is different each week so it's never boring, and every instructor seems intent on trying to help you achieve your goals. My only issue is that classes aren't sixty minutes, but instead forty-five. Otherwise, I wish I joined earlier, the place is amazing. Will miss it when I leave.

After finally giving into my fiance, I decided to join her one afternoon at "The Fort". Having 3…read moregym memberships already, I thought I had seen it all, from Planet Fitness to CrossFit. The Fort was an eye opener. Focused on group fitness, I've attended the yoga, TRX, bootcamp, and kickboxing classes. Every session is different, which keeps it from getting boring. Plus, the routines can be easily tailored to any experience level or ability. There is no sense of competition here. The entire vibe within the facility is extremely positive, and it shows through the passion of Lisa & Danielle as they lead the classes. It's great to see everyone supporting one another in this healthy environment. If you're an experienced fitness guru or a new to working out, The Fort will push you to new levels, leave you feeling great, and telling all your friends (while making new ones).

I just went to my first bikram class and I could not be happier. I was overwhelmed at first because…read morethe heated room, the amount of people in the class, etc...but I learned to appreciate it. I didn't feel pressured to over perform and the instructor advised me to sit and watch if I ever felt uneasy. I sat in the back row to not be a distraction. It's the best feeling when the class is over. Just exiting the hot room and walking into the cool hallway is worth the class in general. My skin feels amazing. Can't wait to go regularly.

Jason is the best yoga instructor, I love coming to his class. I would recommend everyone to hot…read moreyoga Manchester

I don't understand the reviews with 2 stars and below but to each their own. I came upon this gym…read moreafter researching gym around the Hudson area and checked it out. The owner Jason is a military vet and was super kind. He even gave me a military discount since I'm an Army Vet which was nice. The gym has everything you need from a small boxing area, trx/crossfit area and of course your traditional cardio machines and weight lifting equipment. It's really a great atmosphere to get an amazing working out in. I enjoy coming here because it doesn't get packed in the AM like other gyms and the best part is if you have any questions the staff is alway there to help you and point you in the right direct. If the owner Jason is there he will even come spot you which I've seen him do a numerous of times to different individuals working out. There's also lots of parking, so if your'e around the Hudson area of NH be sure to give AMC a visit if you're looking for a gym.

I've been going to AFC for nine months now and love it. My favorite thing about this gym is the…read moreatmosphere. Besides being clean and well-maintained, it really feels like a community gym. It's unpretentious. As someone who is curvy and wanted to go to the gym to improve my physique, I was initially very nervous about people staring at me or judging me for using the weights. I've gone to other, bigger gyms like PF and I always felt like everyone was looking down on me, and worse, I was fighting for equipment. Not at AFC. Everyone here is going to the gym to work on themselves, whatever that means for them. While of course you have many physically fit people here, there are also people of all ages, sizes, races, men, women, etc, each sharing a common purpose. I've never had a problem snagging equipment I needed or felt like I was in anyone's way. In fact, trainers and members alike have told me they've seen great improvement in me, which makes me feel so great. That's the benefit of a smaller gym - the people there remember you and root for you. I also love the boxing class. It's really popular here! I had never done boxing before and fell in love. It makes me feel powerful. Strong. And, best of all, disguises the workouts a bit! It's so much easier to work out when you're concentrating on pads and bags, and I end up burning 400-500 calories a session. Jason, and all the trainers, pay attention to your moves and help you improve your form. The classes are smaller too, usually around 10 people, so you can ask any questions you want and the trainers can pay attention to your form. If you're a nervous first-time gym goer like I was, or if you just moved here and are looking for a clean, community gym, this is the place.

This is the first gym/workout program that's ever worked for me. The trainers are amazing, and so…read moreaccommodating for your schedule. They create an individualized program to fit your specific needs and goals, and work closely with you to ensure success. Highly recommend!

Don't get scammed by the manager…read more I recently relocated to NH from the west coast and have been an avid bouldering enthusiast for 15 years. This is the only climbing gym in the area so naturally I went to check it out and bought the 2 week punch card promotion with free top rope class. On first impression evo is a beautifully constructed climbing gym that is primarily catered to top rope. I was disappointed that the bouldering area seemed to be an afterthought. The second thing I noticed was that this gym is absolutely FILTHY. Chalk everywhere, every surface is coated with a layer of chalk the climbing holds are caked with chalk and grime. There seems be no daily cleaning being done despite the numerous amount of staff members on the floor. You can't sit on bouldering mats without being covered in chalk. This place is a COPD hazard. I was still going to sign up for a monthly membership despite these issues. However, on the last day of my 2 week pass I was called down to the front desk on the intercom. I wasn't sure why, but the employee notified me that his boss told him that my pass had already expired and I need to pay $20 for a day pass. This wasn't correct, I asked to speak with him and he insisted that my trial began the moment I paid online several days before actually starting my 2 weeks. After 20 minutes of explaining the terms of my contract to the manager and showing him what 14 consecutive days means, he eventually said that my contract was indeed still valid. The ordeal took so long I was late for work and I never got to ask if this mistake was due to the manager being incompetent, or if he was trying to commit contract fraud. I went back to speak with him in person and he denied any accountability and started becoming belligerent and banned me for life while screaming and cursing me out the door for questioning him. If you are a member, know the terms of your contract and if this happened/happens to you please report it to the NH attorney general. If you are a staff member, if the manager asks you to do something illegal, say no and tell him to go clean the walls. If you are the owner of this establishment, you need a new manager.

Evo is an awesome, local climbing gym! I have so many great things to say about this place in terms…read moreof the facility and the staff. The front desk staff is always so friendly! That's something I really enjoy at a rock climbing gym, and I can tell they value the importance of customer service. The facility is absolutely beautiful with high walls- many of which are leadable, new holds, and frequent new routes. The route setting is different, technical, and well thought out. I really appreciate the effort they put into their routes, and that is the main reason I choose to drive an hour to use the gym! They also have a great workout area and yoga room. This place is definitely worth the visit, and if you're a student, have your ID ready because they offer a big student discount :)