JENNINE IS AMAZING and this is WORTH THE INVESTMENT! Long review alert, but I am really passionate about this place and how it has changed my life! I have always been a person who buys a gym membership, goes for a few weeks, and then loses momentum. I didn't know my way around the equipment, or even what kind of workouts to do to achieve my goals. I haven't had any real success on my own and was tired of failing... I did some research on personal training gyms/studios around Seattle and Transform 180 had glowing reviews. I bought a Groupon for 3 trial sessions and met with the GM, Julian, to discuss pricing and summarize my fitness goals so that they were measurable and realistic. Then matched me with a trainer best suited for my schedule and goals. I worked with Jennine for my trial sessions and immediately bought the 32-pack. From our first session, we started working hard to achieve my goals: define muscle, drop 20lbs, and work to have a healthier lifestyle overall. I started in January 2018, and lost 20lbs by end of March! I consistently scheduled two sessions/week and adjusted eating habits (smaller portions, less snacking, healthier choices). Flash-forward to today, and I have maintained that weight-loss, but more importantly, my body fat % continues to drop, while my muscle % increases. Jennine helps me track my progress not only with weigh-ins, but by measuring my waist, legs, chest, butt and arms every few weeks. It is so fun to be able to see my progress in numbers (and in the mirror!) so that I can not only pat myself on the back for what I have achieved in just a few short months, but also continue to challenge myself and set new goals. I never thought I would be a person who would go to a gym and use a squat rack, or that I would ever learn how to do dead lifts and cleans.... but here I am, and I love it! Jennine creates workouts that are challenging and new, but always makes me feel confident doing them. She focuses heavily on form in order to avoid any strain or injury. Her educational background in Exercise Science and experience as a D-1 collegiate softball player turned elite rugby player makes me feel confident that she knows her stuff and practices what she's preaching! She always demonstrates each move, and helps me make small and large adjustments with each to maximize the results. Even outside of our sessions, Jennine sets me up for success. If I am out of town or unable to schedule a session, she texts me workouts I can do at home or at any gym. She also talks to me about diet/nutrition, and shares some of her personal successes/routines with me. Jennine is a great balance of serious and fun - we always chat it up and laugh through our workouts, but she never lets me slack off. She pushes me to my limits without making me feel uncomfortable or over-worked. I couldn't have asked for a better match for my personality and for my goals. I am excited to continue my work with Jennine at Transform 180. The accountability is huge for me, but I also feel confident that I could continue my journey on my own without skipping a beat because I have learned so much about my body and what its capable of. Thanks Jennine and Transform 180 for changing my life and building confidence and motivation that has translated outside of the gym as well. read more

x-post from my Google review, since this place really deserves all the best ratings it can get! This place is absolutely amazing! I started going to TransFORM 180 about 6 months ago with the goal of getting stronger and losing some weight. I've never liked running (either outdoor on on a treadmill) and every time I've been in a gym I've just wandered around overwhelmed by all of the machines that I have no idea how to use. I decided a personal trainer would be the best bet for myself and after reading all of the other reviews decided to go with TransFORM 180. Every 5-star review is definitely well deserved. I have been working with Ian as my trainer 2 times a week and not only have I gained some substantial strength I've also been dropping weight. What I've enjoyed most, however, is how Ian has been very helpful in answering all of my questions about lifting, form, exercise in general and other fitness related topics so I no longer feel like I don't know what I'm doing in a gym. Like all personal training there is a cost associated here, but based on what I've seen their prices are at or even below the standard market rate. Also, everyone I've met at TransFORM 180 has always been super nice and helpful. I spend most of my time working with Ian (who is the best!) but every trainer there seems to really care for their clients and genuinely want them to succeed. Ian has been super helpful when defining and reaching my fitness goals. And perhaps most importantly, the trainers here are focused on putting together a fitness plan that will work even if I were to stop going and decided to work out on my own. Additionally, everyone has always been super flexible with scheduling to help accommodate my hectic work schedule. My experience at TransFORM 180 has been fantastic and definitely in sync with all the other positive reviews I have read. If you're in a position like I was where you feel embarrassed and/or intimidated about going to the gym alone I strongly suggest you give this place a try. They very clearly want you to reach your goals first and foremost and are very effective it teaching you/encouraging you to reach those goals. read more

I don't normally write reviews, but I decided I must write this about Transform 180 because of my unexpectedly wonderful experience with this gym / training facility. I am truly touched and very pleasantly surprised by the genuine caring and professionalism of the owner and the trainers. They are not your typical gym! They are willing to work with you and help you with everything - the workouts, the nutrition, and even with motivation - so that you may succeed and achieve your own goals. I am not a gym rat at all! In fact, my entire life, I've had a very complicated and not so great relationship with exercise and workout! I have a very hard time staying motivated. Over the years, I have joined many gyms and have worked with several personal trainers - but I have not been able to remain focused and eventually I just stopped going. I can honestly say, this is the first time, I'm enjoying showing up for my workouts with my trainer. I have not missed any sessions and have actually rescheduled my time, when I knew I might have to miss. That... coming from me... is a big deal. The owner Charith, is a wonderful and caring person. He actually listens to his clients. He truly listened to what I was saying during our first meeting and paired me with a trainer that he felt would match and balance my temperament and skill level. My trainer Hannah, is simply a gift! She is not only extremely knowledgeable, but is also a very kind and caring person. She pays close attention to what I need or my body needs and customizes the workouts for me. She even gives me "homework"! And I'm not sure how she does it... but she has kept me motivated and on track. I find myself looking forward to our workout sessions and I keep going back. I certainly recommend Transform 180. read more

I searched for almost a year before I decided on TransFORM 180. I love this place. Charith, the owner is a very inspirational entrepreneur. Back problems from a long nursing career motivated me towards personal training. My progress has been slow but Colin has been very patient with helping me to strengthen my core and develop muscles to strengthen my back. Motivation has always been the missing piece of the puzzle for me. TransFORM 180 is the motivation and inspiration I need. They keep me accountable which is the key to my success in my quest to be healthy. I also love the educational and motivational articles and delicious healthy recipe ideas written by trainer Ivy Karlinsky. Loved her tips on the "9 Ways to help you stick with that morning workout". This has helped me to restructure my life and dedicate myself to getting up a little earlier to get that morning workout in. Thanks Ivy. In my career as a nurse I see on a daily basis people who have made unwise choices in their lives and are now paying the ultimate price. It's refreshing to see a business that helps people to achieve their health goals and enjoy a better quality of life. Taking the first step towards better health can be very intimidating, but TransFORM 180 makes it easy. They are very friendly, caring, knowledgable, and professional. You see all age groups working out in here. It's not your typical gym scene. Also my work schedule has been all over the map and they have been very flexible with that. Thank you Charith, Colin, Ivy and the entire TransFORM 180 team for your help in my journey to become a stronger, healthier person. read more

I decided to spring for personal training because I realized that, due to some prior injuries, postural problems, and weaknesses, I just could not progress further in my other athletic pursuits. I wanted someone who could watch my movements like a hawk and intervene as soon as I started compensating and sacrificing form. Working with Lacey has been exactly what I was looking for. I noticed nearly instant progress and changes as she is able to adapt on the fly to give me exercises that work the muscles I really need to work, rather than a one-size-fits-none routine to fake my way through. I always walk out feeling I've done the best I could do, and after one month have already felt changes I simply was unable to achieve in years on my own. Lacey is also extremely respectful of my financial constraints, time, and boundaries. She was sensitive to my history of disordered eating and the limits I set around discussing nutrition. The emotional aspect is really significant too: don't underestimate the impact of feeling you nailed a challenge rather than simply survived it, or the power of having someone giving you a supportive script rather than arguing with your own negative internal monologue. Lacey keeps it positive in the workout and even through the week when I'm not in the studio! If you often leave workouts feeling as though you've been through a blender, personal training might be what you need to get you to the next level. Your body is 100% worth the time, attention, and money. read more

I absolutely love training at Transform 180, I definitely recommend this place. Before going there, I was a complete beginner, I had never lifted any weights and barely knew what a squat was. I had a little bit of fat I wanted to get rid of and I wanted to tone my body. The owner of the gym Charith responded very quickly to my questions and appointed Jennine as my new trainer. This woman is awesome to workout with, she pushes me further than my limits and knows how to motivate me. I train with her twice a week focusing mostly on arms, legs and core muscles. Her sessions always include something new and I can definitely see myself progressing fast. I love the fact that I can see my body getting more toned, it motivates me even more to continue. Since I met them, my mindset has changed, I am more careful of eating healthy and I also added two days of cardio in my weekly routine and it feels right, it does not feel like a sacrifice at all! I've started working out there only two months ago and I have already lost 2% of body fat and gained a lot of muscles! I am loving the results and definitely want to continue working out at Transform 180. If you are thinking of joining the gym, whatever your level, don't look further, this is THE place to workout at in an environment where you never feel judged and where you feel that you are a valued person!! read more

This place is amazing. I would give Transform 180 Training even more stars if possible. I was completely new to weight lifting and strength training, and was very intimidated by the idea of it, but from the very first meeting, Charith was incredibly warm, welcoming and positive that they could help me build strength. I've been training with Ian for months now and it has made such a big difference in my everyday life, and I've seen so many great results--once too-small jeans fit better, big improvement in lower back pain, better posture, etc. I really look forward to going every week. Ian designed a thoughtful and challenging program for me that is different each session--and is happy to change something up depending on how I'm feeling on a certain day and what I would like to work on. I went from being completely intimidated by all of the dumbbells and equipment to steadily improving and adding weight to things like squats and deadlifts--something I never thought I'd be able to do! Everyone I've interacted with at Transform 180 has been kind, welcoming and knowledgeable. The gym is always very clean, and they have tons of weights, machines, and more to choose from, and great trainers to show you how to use them. If you are wondering if you should give it a try--yes, you should! read more

I am not big on leaving reviews, and I don't want my trainer's schedule to get too busy to find a slot on . But I guess, you have to give credit where credit's due. I enjoy training with Lacey. Since I started training, Lacey has helped me make small habit changes to improve my performance during the sessions and achieve my goals. First, I now have a day planned for food prep. Lacey sometimes checks up on my food prep by sending reminders. Second, I have introduced mild walking as an everyday exercise to stay active even on no training days. Third, I am working on improving my sleep time and quality. Lacey is very knowledgeable and has helped me improve my form, core fitness and strength. She is very motivating and makes our sessions fun. I am not scared of showing up for training after falling sick, or with a headache or any other reason, as I know Lacey will meet me where I am that day. Once I showed up with a bad headache and instead of following our normal routine, she modified the exercises and made me do yoga stretches for the entire session. I felt challenged and left feeling better than when I showed up. I literally have no excuses to miss my sessions. Thanks Lacey! Looking forward to a year of transformation, one session at a time. read more

I've been working with Jamal at Transform 180 and he is fantastic! I'm not a big "gym guy" so it really helps me to have someone to give me direction, check on my form, but also challenge me to do more then I would do on my own. Jamal is fantastic at all of that as well as keeping an eye me to make sure I don't overdo something and adjusting accordingly. He's been flexible in scheduling on those occasions I need to make a change, or something comes up. When I first met Jamal I was like, "oh god, this guy is huge! He's going to have no idea what I need" but after working with him I found that is entirely not the case. He's very aware of what I'm able to do and help me grow and get better at these workouts. He very aware of what weights I can and can't do and the ones I'm growing into. Is it challenging work? Yes, but it's doable and it pays off. In the time I've been there I just feel better, my bike rides to work are easier, I feel less soreness just generally and I feel better about myself. I sometimes look in the mirror and don't notice a whole lot of change (yet!) but I can feel the changes happening and I think that's just as or even more important. The first step is making the appointment. Give it go. read more

Courtney puts the "transform" in Transform 180 Fitness. Over the past 3 months as my personal trainer, she has improved and transformed both my physical and mental fitness. She started by evaluating my initial fitness level, established a plan and started me back on the road to "functional fitness" as she calls it. Through her expert instruction, insistence and persistence, she has helped me return to a greater level of fitness after a two year hiatus. For me, Courtney's greatest strength is her ability to break each movement down into smaller achievable steps until I am able to execute the whole exercise correctly. She is also a diligent observer who continually has me adjust my form so as not to injure myself. She works hard to make me successful ! In addition, Courtney discusses my diet and provides helpful books and advice on nutrition. She emails video clips of exercises she wants me to do as homework...yes, homework! Above all, she is patient and understanding and makes sure she isn't pushing my "mature" body too hard. If I have pains, she also has remedies in her bag of tricks. Frankly, if my body could take it, I would train with Courtney every day. I give a million thanks for her expertise. read more

Excellent experience and highly recommended!! I started training with Rod about 6 months ago, when I started training for my second marathon. I'd never worked with a trainer before, but wanted to increase running speed/endurance while building muscle and functional strength. Rod developed a comprehensive training plan (complete with home workouts) which took all of those goals into account, and adjusted them as mileage increased. He incorporates a variety of unique exercises (e.g., sledgehammer swings, wall jumps, etc.) which keep each session different and exciting, in addition to traditional exercises (e.g., squats, lunges, pull ups) with equipment that can be found in most gyms. As a result, I shaved 25 minutes off my previous marathon time, and have increased strength, power, muscle tone, and stability. Rod has a wealth of knowledge to share and is an awesome person to work with and learn from. The Transform 180 gym environment and other trainers are very friendly, laid-back, and conducive to helping people of all fitness levels. I look forward to continuing training at the gym, and definitely recommend it to anyone interested in improving their fitness or reaching a new athletic goal. read more

This review is long overdue...I have been working out at Transform 180 for about 3 year now. I have had a few different trainers here and all of them have been motivating, understanding and fun to work with. This review is about 2 trainers specifically, Jennine- my current trainer and Colin- my sub trainer when Jennine is out. Jennine is awesome! She is so knowledgeable about muscle growth, stretching and putting together solid workouts. She has taught me how make the most of my home workouts using compound movements and has helped me gain significant muscle mass. She's an all-around badass and plays for the USA Rugby team, which brings me to my sub-trainer, Colin. Colin trains me when Jennine goes out of town for rugby camp. Colin is a great trainer who knows when to push for more and when I'm at my max. He is patient, helps my with my form and gives me tips on stretches. I always leave a session feeling tired, but so thankful to have a trainer. I would highly recommend either Jennine or Colin, as they are both skilled, devoted trainers that will help you achieve your fitness goals. read more

I started training with Nate after I found a groupon deal.I wanted to tone my body and thought this was a great opportunity to start. I was also under assumption that I was fit but when I joined transform 180 I soon knew I was wrong.I basically joined only to reduce the love handles.Now after almost 2 months when I see myself slimmer than ever and in shape. I could not have achieved this without Nate's help. Working with Nate brought me to a whole new level of fitness.He and Charith guided me with the nutrition and also for workout for those days when I dont visit transform 180.He always pushed me to my max.What more could you ask for in a training experience? I feel like the sessions are great investment for myself, while in the short term Nate has helped me become more fit and healthy. In the long term I feel like I have the right foundation on which I can start to build on. Transform 180 is a great place to start your training to improve your fitness, I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in workout and dying to have a good shape. read more

I have tried everything from group fitness to regular gyms to working out by myself to online personal training (Yes, there is such a thing!) and I never seemed to stick with anything. Having walked by this place many times, I finally decided to give it a try. I'd never worked with a trainer before so that was new for me. I have been working with Ian for a little over two months now and this has been the longest period of time that I have stuck with working out. Since the time I joined, I have noticed a significant increase in my energy level and I feel much stronger and leaner. Losing the weight is an added bonus. I like that Ian pays close attention to the workouts and will push you when you need it. The workouts are customized to you and it's not a one size fits all, and that is what I like. The trainers here will work with you towards your goal and it's nice to have someone else as committed as you are towards your well being. If you're looking for personal training or are on the fence about it, I highly recommend this place. read more

I've struggled with fitness my whole life (I never know what to do, how intensely, how long, etc), and since moving to Seattle, have gained more weight than I've been comfortable with. I finally took the plunge and decided to start training at Transform 180. I've been working with Rod for over half a year, and he's been fun and extremely knowledgeable. There's variety in every session, which is great for someone like me who gets tired of repetition. While the weightlifting equipment was intimidating for a beginner like me, he has been very patient with helping me improve my form and increase my confidence. He pushes me every time into feeling challenged, but never pain or significant discomfort. He has also provided good guidance on home workouts and diet (though I haven't taken advantage of this nearly as much as I should have). As a result, I've lost over 10 pounds, and multiple inches off my waist and hips. I feel stronger and more in shape than I have been my whole life, and look forward to each training session with him. read more

I've been training with Nate for five months. I've made more progress lifting weights than I ever imagined, sculpting muscle, gaining flexibility, learning techniques, all while enjoying my time doing so! The 1:1 training has been incredibly rewarding. Nate is always fun to talk to during sessions. You just need to know what your goals are. He's very knowledgeable and a great teacher to guide you to what you want. He knows the right times to push you that extra step. With the 36 session pack, he's been very flexible in scheduling, too. I can also tell that he's been learning more techniques to be a better trainer while we've been together, which is awesome! I highly recommend Transform 180 for anyone wanting to take themselves to the next level. The studio is clean with various equipment for workouts of multiple skill levels and goals. It can get a little crowded in the evenings, but it hasn't interrupted my workout sessions much, as the trainers are great with sharing the space. The music streaming tends to pump me up, too! read more

This place is unbelievable. After seeing my recent pic, my friend thought I used some photo app to look slimmer and reacted like 'Hey, is that really you? You have done something to your body!'. Yeah, I did something! It's simply the result of training at Transform180. That's when I realized and thanked myself for choosing this place. Two months back when I started training with Charith, I had no clue what fitness was all about. Only with in few days into the training, I started to understand what exercise can do to you. I feel more energetic and stronger than ever. Now I watch what I eat. I kept all processed foods away from my diet. I try not to miss my cardio during other days of the week. Altogether my fitness perception and regime has changed, I don't think I will ever stay away from exercising. Most importantly Charith has a positive vibe which resonates with his clients. If you are looking for a fitness program and serious about transforming your body, this is the place! read more

When I started my back was so weak I would play sports one week, and be hobbling for three weeks. I first started training with Courtney who understood my problem from experience and started to help me relearn the basics and slowly build up some strength. Soon the three weeks recovery time was reduced to one. After Courtney left, I began training with Max and by this time my goals had shifted to more than just being able to play once per week. I want to be able to play at a higher intensity, and more frequently. I've been slowly ramping up my workload in recent months (not something I would have even dreamed of 6 months ago) and I am definitely seeing the benefits of all the help he's given me. I'm finally beginning to get my fitness back, and more importantly my back has been able to cope. Thanks to both Courtney and Max I have got my active life back. The trainers here clearly know what they are doing, and make each session tough but fun. read more

Training with Hannah at Transform 180 has made me a much healthier and happier person! I had become really sedentary since high school and came into the gym to try to get in better shape before my wedding. Hannah and Transform 180 have helped ensure that this will be a long-time commitment to my health instead of a quick fix. She's extremely knowledgeable about all facets of physical fitness and nutrition, and she always has answers to my questions or some new learnings to share. She also makes great use of the space and equipment at the gym, and I really like the environment there. It's inspiring to see people from many walks of life working on their own goals, and I've never once felt uncomfortable in the gym. Hannah's sense of humor resonates with and motivates me, and she has always been exceedingly flexible about my schedule. She really goes above and beyond for me, so I can't recommend training here enough! read more