Outdoor boot camp. You might not feel Marine-ready after, but you :will: feel like a bad-ass. On Tuesday and Thursday, they offer Boot Camp and Zumba at 7pm, for $5. You'll pay, start with 5 laps, and a warm-up of jumping jacks, high-knees and so on. Then you'll split into groups of ~6-8 and start the real work-out. The day I went, it consisted of quick weight-lifting intervals done with makeshift equipment -- sand bags, heavy poles, etc. -- and/or body weight. I thought there was a good mix of upper- and lower-body focus. And my heart rate stayed up for most of the hour. Frankly, I thought the exercises could have been more challenging. But given the heat, and dirt, and bugs that come with working out outside, the less-intense level was kind of nice. The instructor offered some encouragement, and engaged with the group to keep us motivated, but also keep the mood light-hearted. There were about an equal number of girls and guys, and the group's fitness level was very diverse. So it's not too intimidating! Parking is kind of a pain-in-the-butt (my car got blocked in behind a few layers of late arrivals), but there's a neighboring lot that I noticed other people were spilling over into, so I'd recommend doing that. read more

Warriors Playground - Gyms Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

A great place to get fit! I first started coming here because of a livingsocial deal, but I can't get enough. The workouts are fun and challenging. My favorite classes are the extreme outdoor bootcamp and the full throttle class. At bootcamp you get pushed to your limits with burpees, hurdles, tire flipping, and more. Full throttle keeps cardio interesting with intervals the treadmill, row machine, strength exercises and more. I appreciate that it's affordable and you can walk -in without a membership (although they do have a membership option). Although I have a gym membership, I've found myself coming here more often than the gym. read more

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The huge tires outside caught my attention while driving by the area and I decided to stop by and check this place out. I tried the outdoor/indoor class and absolutely love the workouts concept, specially flipping the big tires around. I was sore for a couple of days but ready to come back for more. I received a promotion value for a month and took advantage of every class I could. Well, my promotion ran out and I'm not a big fan of the "membership" value $$$ which you are paying basically for the limited classes and not for the use of the whole gym if you want to. I also believe that some good workout music will be a plus while indoors to keep you pumped through the intensive workouts. If you want to change up your workout routine, I highly recommend this gym. read more

The owner Barrett is a poor trainer, and an even more incompetent businessman. Two weeks into my first promotional month, he stops me after class and tells me that today is my last day. I was in utter shock. His reason was poor and unprofessional. He claimed that I was "too mouthy" for him and that our energies didn't mesh. I didn't bother to argue with him and simply left. I had no type of warning from him at all, he simply jumped straight to a final measure and revoked my membership. I tried looking in the mirror and figuring out why before getting angry. Why would he react in such a harsh way so suddenly? The worst thing I could've said to him was when he asked me to run before class one cold morning. I replied to him that if I wanted to run, I wouldn't have purchased a gym membership. Instead, I warmed up on a cardio machine. I never once cursed at the guy, or any of the other members. I never once threatened Barrett or any other member. The reality is just that he was a sensitive guy. Running a gym. As a paying customer, I should be able to warm up or not run when I want. That is business. That is why he is a poor businessman. Also closing out a membership for a paying customer is another reason he is a poor businessman. As a trainer, he likes to challenge people by telling them they are slowing down. That's fine, I guess. But he regularly loses focus while leading groups and forgets the moves, sets, or reps. I jokingly called him out on it when he was challenging me directly once. But perhaps he took that to heart. But I take my fitness seriously. If I am going to pay this businessman, even if he is a poor businessman then I want him to take my investment seriously. Which Barrett didn't. The concept of the gym itself is great. It is a group based circuit training gym, which there aren't enough of. But the incompetent owner doubling as a bad businessman ruins it all. Stay away. read more

As a cardio-junkie and marathon runner, I HATE strength training. It's not for me, despite it being a really important component of cross training and staying healthy and injury-free. I found Warrior's Playground in August, and started with their cardio strength classes because they essentially tricked me into enjoying strength training. I've since moved on to incorporating the pure strength-focused classes into my routine. This is to say, I've grown to LOVE this place and how strong it's made me. I really believe that because of the functional strength exercises that are used in the classes, I've been able to race my best without injury. I'd recommend this place HIGHLY to anyone looking to get stronger, but also to the runners and triathletes out there who view strength training as a chore. Take the leap, try some classes, and have fun actually strength training!! read more

It is one of the best place in RDU to workout. Its addictive. Once you start going, it is hard to stop. Barrett always has a new set of exercise for you each day to make sure you are not getting bored or used to. Both Barrett and Mike ensure that you are doing exercises correctly and keep pushing you to your limits. read more

B-Town is a rugged gym that features classes of varying styles. It use to be an old plant nursery and there are remnants of the old operation (barn-style dwelling, greenhouses, etc.). The location seemed fitting for the type of classes that they offer. Their schedule currently lists Zumba and Boot Camp. I attended a Boot Camp class on a hot summer evening (7-8pm in July) and had a very effective workout. I only attended one session so far, but it appears that the boot camp is always outdoors. This class costs $5 and you pay before the class begins and sign a waiver if it's your first visit. There is also an indoor area with some basic weight-lifting equipment, heavy bags, and open space (for dance fitness classes). The concept reminded me of CrossFit (which I have never been to) but it is significantly cheaper. About the boot camp workout: There were about 20 trainees during the session that I attended split among two instructors. Each group stayed with the same instructor the entire time. Each instructor follows a different routine and they are careful not to interfere with each other. I worked with Barrett and I found him to be very friendly and motivational. He took the time to explain each task. The tasks involved your own body resistance and equipment that was arranged in the outdoor area that was kind of like a "playground" for adults. There were some ropes, pull-up bars, tires, and more tires. The exercises were paced correctly. The workout started with a warmup routine that consisted of squats, jumping jacks, high knees, and probably something else that I forgot. After the warmup, we did more intense and inventive workouts that exercised different muscles. In between some exercises, we'd do a few quick laps to give us a "break" before next exercise. Very cool place. All in all, it was a very long hour but I burned a lot of calories. I really enjoyed being outdoors getting hot, sweaty, and dirty. It sure breaks up the routine of being in an air-conditioned office all day. read more

I recently visited the gym to take the boxing class. Though it was my 1st time ever boxing, I felt like an old timer. The small staff is incredibly friendly. The young lady in charge of the class was incredibly patient but persistent with all of us. The class involved boxing integrated with a mainly indoor circuit. Our trainer worked in some very challenging exercises for toning every part of the body. I felt both challenged & assisted. I will definitely return to B Town Fitness, & I look forward to trying the other classes. read more

I've been going to the Warriors Playground for about 2 months and I've enjoyed it greatly. The workouts are very challenging and they change weekly. The inside and outside courses are both intense yet still a lot of fun. The owner, Barrett, is great and does a great job making people of all fitness levels feel welcomed at the gym. I highly suggest giving the Warriors Playground a shot. read more

Great workout, great instructor! I'm a plus sized woman and never felt uncomfortable when going here. I really wish my job didn't have me placed out of town b/c I would go to this place every single day if I could! read more

Only the best place in Durham to go out and work out and be challenged. The outdoor playground is a great physical challenge that offers a unique work out experience. The indoor workouts are even better with a combination of boxing bags, weightlifting, and throttle classes that include treadmill, rowing machines, spin bikes, upper body, legs and core workouts. All of these different workouts inside and out are designed for anybody. So come out and get fit, have fun and make friends. read more

I just moved here from another state and have been attending this AMAZING place for just over a month! I had been searching for awhile for a gym that was fun, challenging, safe, and where I could continue to grow and improve in my overall fitness and strength! I cannot say enough positive things about this unique and special fitness gym! Each workout is always different and never gets boring. The gym is filled with lots of different and unique equipment that makes each workout fun and exciting. Barrett the owner is really nice and personable. He is a really knowledgeable and dedicated trainer who cares about each of his clients and makes sure that we are maximizing our time there to have the best workout and experience! It's super affordable and I would highly recommend this gym for any fitness level. if I could give it more than 5 stars I would! read more

It's judgement day, and it's time for YOU to decide if you're going to be a WARRIOR or a BOREier! Time to get the results you have always wanted to see! Need to be challenged and motivated? Get yourself some Barret action for your work out satisfaction. He will coax your inner warrior out and together you will roar into fitness and bask in your own glory of perseverance and perpetuity! No need for tickets to this gun show, you're the headliner and this is venue you have always dreamed of performing at. So get ready to give it your all and get what you came for. How does it feel to be the one who is getting it done?! You tell ME after you visit Warriors Playground. read more

I've attended the boot camps, and they will kick your but in a good way. The outdoor equipment is much more fun than being inside a gym! The owner is who worked with me, and everyone I met who works there is very friendly yet motivating! Only hope they have time to bring back their garden in front. read more