I am in my 50s and I do not work out. I had an introductory session and trusted the trainers knew…read morewhat they were doing and they do not! One size does not fit all and they think that is the case. One of the exercises was to jump up and grab a bar Above my head and if possible, which it absolutely was not, do a pull-up. I jumped up grabbed the bar and I hung there and that was perfectly fine, or so I thought. I am not the expert nor do I have the educational background that they do and they should have never let me do that because as a direct result, I have a torn rotator cuff, which is excruciatingly painful and is preventing me from doing anything. So be careful don't assume or trust that these trainers take your experience level into consideration they don't ask questions they plug and play. ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL

I joined in September of 2023 after a very hard year with long COVID that affected my lungs and…read moremade it hard to exercise. At 48, I was a bit nervous and intimidated by the idea of cross fit. Diana was amazing and really took her time to help me with my form and confidence before I stared joining classes. All the instructors helped me scale the workouts and increase my resistance and strength. In less than a year I feel amazing--stronger and able to go out for runs! And as a bonus I lost 20 pounds. Thank you Cross Fit Bethesda!! Would highly recommend this gym.

I took my first class at FitCrushDC recently and had a positive first impression…read more Parking: The studio sits on its own with parking out front. A spot for your car is not something most boutique studios boast, so yay FitCrush. Studio: Beautifully decorated, with motivating quotes and zen-boosting decor. You can tell the level of detail put into making it feel home-y and not sleek, which can sometimes make studios come across as cold and pretentious. Equipment: Top-notch fitness equipment like thick non-slip mats, knee pads, and colorful weights (to make lifting that much more fun). Down to the safe cleaning products. Class: Pop pilates was a lot of fun and complemented the previous day's weightlifting with long stretches and bodyweight movements. -- I'm not sure if this occurred because of the change into the new year, but I had previously signed up for certain classes/slots that were then moved, with no notification sent to me. Luckily, I was able to spot and drop in time.

I took my first class here today & I cannot say enough good things about this studio. Unlike many…read morestudios the vibe was super friendly and low key & not one bit pretentious. The Barre Body by Lisa class was challenging with enough mix of cardio and core strengthening. It was more of a yoga flow feel than small receptive movements like other barre studios. The customer service here is exceptional. The class I took was the last class on a Saturday morning. I know everyone has places to go on Saturday. After leaving class and being 15 minutes out on the beltway, I realized I left my winter jacket at the studio. I called immediately and the owner answered and was kind enough to wait 40 minutes for me to come get my jacket! Thank you FitCrush for the positive experience.

We absolutely love Orangetheory, and Dana and Christine are a huge reason why. Dana always knows…read moreexactly what music will get me moving -- when I really need to push, she'll put on hip-hop beats or even an Eminem track just to get the energy going. Those little touches make the workouts so motivating and fun. Christine is amazing when it comes to form and technique. She's always watching and giving guidance, helping us choose bigger weights when we're ready, and encouraging us to reach our goals. Both of them are incredibly supportive and genuinely care about helping you get the most out of every class. Every session with Dana and Christine is challenging, energizing, and enjoyable. We feel so lucky to have coaches like this, and it really helps getting over any "beginners nervous" They make Orangetheory such a rewarding experience, and we look forward to every class. Unfortunately, our experience with coach Marco was extremely disappointing. This was only our second class, and we clearly told him we were new and didn't know what we were doing. When I asked for help twice, he simply said, "read the paper," and walked away. Meanwhile, he stood nearby chatting casually with another member instead of assisting us.It was frustrating, uncomfortable, and honestly insulting. If this had been our first class, we likely wouldn't have joined, meaning we would have missed out on the amazing coaching from Dana and Christine that we now love.

I did the risk free trial and loved every second of it! I really enjoy the class structure and the…read moreheart rate monitors help push yourself out of your comfort zone. I can't wait to come back!

The best neighborhood gym you could ask for. From the second you walk in the door, you're greeted…read morelike family. The locker rooms and the gym itself are pristine. There is a very small amount of meatheads that grunt and drop weights. Its a lot of older neighborhood folks and I love that. They keep their equipment in good shape. They have regular classes that I've really enjoyed. They are even right next to the best deli in the area so you can get a Rueben when you're done working out!

I really love this gym. This is no cookie-cutter chain gym. This is a unique neighborhood gym and…read moreall of the instructors and the staff are awesome. There are flowers planted outside, house plants in the bathroom, it's always very clean. The people who come here are friendly. The sauna is nice. The facility is never too busy, you will always get a machine. The classes are top-notch and offered at a good range of times. I've done several of the yoga classes and a sprinkling of other classes. It's inexpensive. It's easy to get to, with plenty of parking available. They also have a very easy to use app for signing up for classes.

Five stars for the Girl Power 3 event at Bethesda Crossing. Over 100 owned or operated women's…read morebusinesses were represented. There were ax throwing classes, cardio, and kick boxing demonstrations and classes. Great food from Ruth Chris, Momma Lucia's, Wingstop, Cava's and more. Radio station 97.1 was there and I got to meet Jenny Chase, a favorite DJ. There were multiple opportunities to take pictures with friends and even slow motion videos available. Chatted with some excellent women owned businesses, did you know there is a woman owned and operated moving company? Oh, yes there is! There were lots of coupons for future use- like $10 off at Matchbox. I enjoyed talking to women, who were first responders. We need to be grateful for their bravery everyday. Lots of Yelpers attended and seemed to be enjoying the day! Great raffle prizes from Lifetime Athletics, Baked Bear, and yummy restaurants. I didn't win a prize, but I had a fabulous time, so, I consider myself a winner!

Over the years, I have been extremely pleased with OTTenleytown…read more I think this is one of those rare places where people feel a positive sense of community as they work out. The exercises on the tread, rower and weight floor have made a nice difference for me and I'm always pleased with the variety of workouts offered. Never boring. I think the coaches really know their stuff and I don't hesitate to ask if I have questions. And, the coaches are very encouraging to the entire class. I highly recommend OTTenleytown.

I have been a member of Orangetheory Tenleytown for about five years. This location is well…read moremaintained with updated treadmill, rowers and weight equipment. I especially enjoy the cleanliness of the showers and restroom areas. The heart monitor is another great addition to the gym, it gives me a clear idea on if I should increase or decrease my exercise intensity. The app is also very good. It makes keeping track of stats and workouts easy, and syncs my the Apple Watch. The staff and studio manager here are all friendly, informative, and helpful. Every staff member at the Orangetheory Tenleytown are excellent but Arbyana stands out to me the most. Her attention to the customers and vibrant energy really makes the difference between this and any other Orange Theory. Her positivity is definitely a reason why myself and probably many other members keep coming back to this location to workout and feel good about our exercise progress. I attend most classes with Coach Julie. She is a former Olympian, great motivator, and wonderful at showing examples of the workouts. I like attending Coach Aitana's classes as well. She is a great motivator and cares about members doing the workout correctly. She puts in extra effort during themed workout classes and her costumes make the class fun and enjoyable. The new coaches Oscar, Jonathan, and Mia were great additions to the gym this year too. They followed Julie and Aitana's workout methods in making the members of the gym feel like they're not left out of the workout. The workout community at this location are also very inviting and open. I can see myself continuing to enjoy coming to this gym for years to come. I enjoy coming to this location so much, I barely notice the passing of time during each session. Thank you.

Tried level 10 fitness on recommendation of a friend. Made it clear to him about time restrictions;…read moreChris Bradley eagerly said yes I can work with you. Then passed me onto his partner he failed to mention, and evidently never bothered to consult when he committed to 5:30am workouts that he was not going to do. Long story short 4 classes 5:30 I'm on zoom and nobody shows up to train me! I paid a year in advance , and he has made zero effort to refund my money. I had to reach out to my friend to talk to him to actually make an effort to return my payment. Now every day there is a story. So Beware, he might talk a good game but he cannot be trusted. If nothing at all; I have learned he is a liar and extremely not dependable

What I like most about level10 is that you can feel the trainer truly cares about you achieving…read moreyour goals.

I have known Susan for years and have always been amazed at the quality of services she provides…read more If you are in Bethesda this is the spot for Pilates and Yoga. Her instructions are simply amazing. This is a smooth running operation that provides a top notch service and I love referring people because I know they will be as happy as I have been with the experience. I like to refer my clients (I have owned a personal training company for 20 years), because there are certain elements of health and fitness that are beyond my scope and the Pilates and Yoga piece are a great compliment to my services. Thanks and keep up the good work!!

Balance is the best. I have yet to have an instructor who isn't amazing, it's clean, and the…read moreparking is free. I take Pilates, yoga (Iyengar) and Pilates Total Fitness (a brutal...brutally awesome!) hybrid class. The yoga classes are great. Each instructor takes the time to correct, and the focus is less on speed and more on holding the pose. While each teacher's style varies (some focus on sequences, others don't) I always walk away feeling that light headed, wobbly muscle yoga feeling. The Pilates practiced at Balance is "Power Pilates" which I've learned is a classic form. I've taken both reformer and mat, and both are great workouts. Last is Pilates Total Fitness. All I have to say is these classes, especially the one with Jane, will make you weep..but in a good way, I promise!