I used to work at McLean racquet and health club. It was a good place except for this Somali guy…read morenamed Abdi. Abdi would refuse to watch the pool when I needed a break and then he would lie about not have to do that. I also strongly suspected Abdi was selling drugs out of the back of the club. One time he threatened to fight me and I reported it and various staff members did not believe me or blamed me for it. I tried finding out what happened to Abdi but could not get a straight answer. I saw a lot of people with similar names to him on the Fairfax County Court Website but no idea of the actual guy. Otherwise McLean racquet and health club is okay. Good racquet club and workout rooms. Pool is kind of small.

Ok, let's start with the good. It's not much, but it is something: the primary thing this club has…read moregoing for it is its location. It is very centrally located to McLean. I also found the staff to be perfectly adequate during the months I was a member. Never dealt with any rudeness or unwillingness to help. I have heard in my time there that people have had issue with the owner, but I never interacted with him so I wouldn't know. The issue is really the quality of the facilities. It is a very, very old club and they have not done anything to update it. You'll see in a lot of reviews that people complain its impossible to get a court. I can confirm this. The courts are always full and it is a real pain to get one. I didn't use the pool a ton, but it seemed to not be too crowded. They have kickboards and floaters. But there are always kids in the pool, either taking private lessons or there with their parents learning to swim. If that's not the vibe you want, this isn't the place for you. Personally, I wouldn't' bring my kids here either, because of the locker rooms, but more on that below. On the surface, the restaurant, etc. seem fine. But stick around and you'll start seeing some real problems. The locker rooms are really disgusting. I hate to say it but they are. The shower curtains are moldy, the mats on the floor are stained and moldy, and the water pressure is nonexistent. The towels are, no joke, the size of hand towels and so thin that I wouldn't use them to wipe my floor, let alone give to club members. The soap and shampoo is cheap quality, and the dispensers are moldering and gross. There are hardly any benches to sit on. It is a very cramped and small locker room, with cramped and small showers. There's also the issue that this is a family club, so if you don't want kids gawking at you while you change, it's not the place for you. I have kids of my own, so I get it. But it's pretty uncomfortable to have little kids as old as 10 or 11 in a tiny locker room if you're trying to change into workout clothes. There is a stench in the locker room, too. It really smells like dirty socks. The toilets were always dirty--I don't think they send anyone in to clean them. The issue ends up being that this club isn't cheap. Basic membership is about $200 a month, but with family members and court service, the price climbs quickly. And its absolutely not worth it at that price. Not even close. I'd recommend that they: --Actually stock good towels and toiletries --Create a separate changing section for famlies --Stock towels that don't look like filthy rags --replace their showerheads --replace their shower curtains --replace the floor mats --get a few air purifiers in the locker room to get rid of the stench --create a better system for getting a court --hire some more regular cleaners All in all, this gym is worth maybe $40 a month, tops. Almost $200 is a shameless ripoff. Trust me, whether you need a tennis court, a gym, yoga classes--whatever it might be, this is not the place to get it.

I came across Preston Pahl when I was searching for a personal trainer local to Arlington that I…read moreactually liked and trusted to get me to my goals. Preston offers all that an expensive gym would offer, but at a fraction of the price and with a million times more heart. He has adapted his business model to COVID by offering ZOOM and in-person training -- both group classes and individually. The tag line -- fitness that fits you -- is so appropriate for the variety of services and adaptations he offers. I am writing this review because everyone who has struggled with their fitness goals needs to find someone who is as dedicated to your journey as Preston. While I Preston is now a friend, we did not know each other prior to him training me; thus, this review is truly unbiased -- he's a great guy and a great trainer. Whether you are starting from nothing or are already working toward your goals, I cannot recommend Preston and his company, FIT (www.fitness4u.mystrikingly.com), enough. Unfortunately, I couldn't fit the online classes into my work schedule so, I purchased a 10-pack of in-person training and will be using his nutritional counseling services as well. I have only had a few sessions, but I swear I plan to continue using his services indefinitely. Let me tell you, Preston is not messing around -- he will push you and encourage you to discover your best self, both personally and physically. The workouts are no joke and he listens/adapts your sessions to your personal goals. I have tried MANY gyms and trainers in the area and Preston is the first that I felt truly comfortable with. There is NO judgement here. PROFESSIONALISM - The sign up process for Preston's services is super easy. I signed up for a 10-pack of in-person training and an invoice was sent to my email immediately. The payment system through the website was easy and safe. Additionally, Preston takes the time to COMMUNICATE. He will communicate changes in scheduling and is never late. Going into my sessions, he has a plan for the day -- we get in and get to work; no time is wasted. He will hold you accountable to your goals... even if you kind of hate him for it. VALUE - Preston's training and Zoom classes are affordable. It is as simple as that. He truly believes that finances should not stand in the way of someone becoming their best self. That being said, what I mean by "value" when it comes to goes beyond finances. Preston genuinely believes in me. I value every minute of my training with him because I can tell he is fully dedicated to my progress and my success. His personal story is relatable to many, and you can see how his own dedicated to progress and betterment is reflected in his coaching style. I am not his only client by far, but it FEELS like I am -- he dedicates so much time and effort into each of his clients that it really is the PERSONAL training you are looking for.

Preston did an extremely great job with his training. I've recently been playing a lot of hockey,…read moreand Preston's training program increased my stamina, and helped a lot with my performance. 651-352-5659

For the first time ever, I LOVE GOING TO MY GYM and WORKING OUT!!!…read more From the moment I sent my first email inquiring about their services to this very moment while writing this review, Foundation Fitness has been fantastic in every possible way. As a result, this review would be way to long if I tried to express all of the AMAZING aspects of Foundation Fitness of Old Town, Alexandria. So, I will hit the main points of interest. Bottom Line Up Front Foundation Fitness is an excellent choice. The workouts are motivational during the session and inspirational in between visits. Their trainers will meet you where you are and help take you to where you want to be. Initial Meeting CJ, the owner himself, has been amazing from the very beginning and did the following in our initial meeting: 1. responded to all of my emails, calls, and questions 2. quickly set up an initial consultation at a time convenient for me 3. conducted a thorough intake and initial assessment 4. took the time to learn why I wanted to work out and what I saw as my 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, and year-long goals 5. cultivated an understanding of my post-surgical/post-physical therapy needs 5. carefully and thoughtfully worked out a fitness plan to address my concerns after being out of the gym for a year due to an extensive surgery and slow-healing injuries Facilities and Trainers 1. The location is convenient. 2. The site and equipment is extremely clean. 3. The atmosphere is positive and motivating. 4. The trainers are kind, personable, professional, encouraging, and exceptionally knowledgable. My Experience Before starting at Foundation Fitness, I had spent a year healing from a tricky injury and recovering from an extensive surgery. As a result, I was extremely concerned about having workouts that are safely crafted to promote healing but also challenging enough to get me back to feeling like the pre-injury me. Not only has Foundation Fitness successfully addressed my concerns, but I am now starting to feel even stronger than the pre-injured me because my trainer is taking the time to teach me what correct exercise form is, how to avoid injury, and functional ways to use my workouts in every day life. I have now worked with Foundation Fitness for about 3 months. My routines are tailored just for me, are never repeated, are over quicker than I wished, and are hitting my goals faster than I ever expected or thought possible. Because I never liked working out before and was bored every single time while doing so, this is all simply miraculous for me. Before, I worked out because I had to do so even though I dreaded it. Now - because of Foundation Fitness - I work out because I love it, look forward to it, and can see results from it. Choosing Foundation Fitness as my gym has been the absolute best investment in my health this year

I came to Foundation Fitness in January 2019. I am in my early 40s and have never found a way to…read moreintegrate regular exercise into my busy work and family life, until now. I can now say that I've stuck with this for almost a year. My longest exercise streak ever! I work with Amie Rowland as my personal trainer and found a schedule that I can actually stick to! Amie's personality is a great fit to mine. Plus, having a set time to meet her twice a week, that I'm paying for, I'm going to keep that appointment. She holds me accountable to the goals we've set, and flexes with me when work or family life cause me to need to reschedule a bit to fit exercise in a time other than my normal schedule. I didn't come to Foundation Fitness looking to have a body-builder's physique. I came here to get toned and healthy. Now, I can keep up with my 7 year old a little better, plus my very active husband. And... I can now help move a picnic table around when needed! My time at Foundation Fitness has been one of the best investments I've ever made in myself.

I've been training with Brian (Bowtai Fitness) starting during the pandemic. He's helped me with my…read morespeed, agility, power and endurance when it comes to my fighting. He constantly challenges me with new programs and keeps me working harder every week. He's professional and beyond knowledgeable about everything from physical health, nutrition and recovery. I highly recommend Bowtai Fitness to help you get to where you need to be, whether it's competing in shows or even physical sports. I'm looking forward till I am prepping for a fight and amp up my training with Brian! Please don't kill me!

I've done a lot of research on personal trainers in Northern Virginia and Brian is top notch! I…read morestumbled upon Brian's business (Bowtai Fitness) on Reddit and reached out via email to ask some questions about his process. He got back to me quickly and answered my bajillion questions very thoroughly. He also suggested setting up a time to meet so I could tell him a bit more about my fitness goals and check out the gym. Through our chat, it became clear that Brian takes a scientific approach to PT, is very safety conscious/is a stickler for form, and is very results-oriented. We also clicked on a personal-level, which is always nice to have with a trainer! I've been training with him for a few months and am very happy. I'll go into a bit more detail below. Approach: Brian created a custom program for me based on my fitness goals. It's all tracked and shared with me via Google docs. Every few weeks he switches up the program. I told Brian I also want to train a few days a week at home and he was extremely accommodating. He asked me to take a picture of my gym and equipment and he created workouts that worked for me and my situation. This is above and beyond in my opinion! I also appreciate that he takes a holistic approach by incorporating nutrition into the program. He gives me my macros and updates them every so often depending on my progress.   Facilities: I really like Brian's gym! It's called District Barbell and it's located very close to the Mosaic District. It's very private. Usually there are only a couple of other people in there during my sessions. He has all the equipment I could ever want - and more. It's very clean and parking is easy. Flexibility and Availability: Brian is really flexible. It's truly a personal training program and he is happy to adjust the schedule, training, nutrition, etc. to you and your unique needs. He's also really accessible. He's very open to communicating via text if you have questions about nutrition or training! Obviously things are different now in the times of COVID19. However, Brian's flexibility is even more apparent during these times. He definitely has options to help you on your fitness journey remotely! He offers virtual PT sessions as well as killer group training sessions via Zoom a few times a week. He is also still helping me write custom programs for my home gym and checking in every now and then to see how I'm doing. I highly recommend training with Brian!

I'm so impressed with the progress that has been made working with Madison at functional fitness…read more The trainers here are incredible human beings and always puts you in an uplifting mood, plus Kayvon's two pups here are always a plus. Previously I was doing workouts on my own and CrossFit, however always ended up being injured. We worked on form, lots of variety in our workouts (eg Indian clubs, kettlebells, etc), and progression. It's never static. Despite not dying/injured after every workout, I've become stronger and more fit in every aspect of my body. PT should push you in just the right way not to overdo it but to condition and strengthen you! I've been doing personal training sessions and it's been a game changer for me. Very affordable. Plus weekends I do a couples workout with my partner as a bonding experience. They offer small classes as well in person and online. Addicted to their Hyrox and kettlebell classes, currently, and breaking through my plateaus! My shoulder pain I've had for 2 years is completely gone. Love it here at FuncFit!! Huge plus is a well stocked snack, fit drinks, and even prepped food by Paula in the fridge AND fully stocked shower.

Experienced, watchful trainers who emphasize correct form, steady but careful improvement, and…read morebalance both strength and flexibility.

I've been working out with Paulo now for over three months, and am thrilled with the results! I've…read moreseen a noticeable improvement in my muscle tone and strength in a short amount of time. He strikes the perfect balance between being kind and supportive while still holding me accountable to reach my goals. All around, a great guy and an excellent trainer--I highly recommend him to anyone looking to get in shape!

Started personal training sessions for the first time with Paulo and it has been a fantastic…read moreexperience! I was trying to get back into shape after a 5+ year break from working out regularly. Paulo designed workout routines to best meet my needs and to achieve my goals in a realistic timeframe. He is very supportive, friendly, and keeps your workouts fun and challenging!

The WORST personal trainer I have ever come across. DO NOT waste your time or money on Aaron Allen,…read moreStraight A fitness. Overpriced and VERY unprofessional. On multiple occasions Aaron would reschedule or cancel last minute with excuses every time. Multiple times he didn't even show up! I had one session left and Aaron asked to reschedule three times in one week!!! On top of that he failed to turn up twice because he simply didn't hear his alarm. After I had enough of his tardiness and excuses, I asked for a refund which he agreed to pay in writing (see screenshot) however he is now declining to give me my refund because I agreed to a service. Mind you, a service which he was not able to provide on multiple occasions. He then tried to twist it around and say that mornings didn't work for him however when I agreed to evening sessions he still rescheduled them - also last minute. If I gave the same excuses that Aaron gave me, to my employer, I definitely wouldn't have a job anymore. If bought a defective product that didn't meet my needs on multiple occasions at a store, I'm sure the store would give me refund. Aaron said he was willing to still provide the last training session plus an additional session on top. Why would I agree to this when I have had such poor service from him over the last 5 months??? In summary, you are basically paying for a defective service, working around his schedule with multiple excuses. Don't fall for this. It's a trap. If I could give 0 stars I would.

I ordered exercise bands from this company thru the "Shop" app. It was never mailed to me but I was…read morecharged. I attempted to contact multiple times via several methods but I never got a response. Complete fraud. This business is a total scam.

My husband and I have trained in our home with Mike B. for a couple of years. He has helped both of…read moreus grow stronger, improve balance and flexibility, and feel healthier overall. And we look better, too, thanks to weight loss and better muscle tone. Mike is extremely knowledgable and reliable, and does an excellent job of helping us make steady progress safely and without injury. And he changes things up so we don't get bored or plateau just repeating the same workout. The best part is, he comes to us -- no excuses, no wasted money on gym memberships we never use and classes we don't attend. We're both in our 60s, and it's the best money we spend!