Octagon is a great place to find your workout. I take Krav Maga. I am new at it, but totally enjoy…read morelearning the techniques that I can apply in real life! The classes are offered at various times throughout the week, which can accommodate anyone's schedule.

I have been going to Octagon for a few months now for Krav Maga and I look forward to going every…read moreweek. I have lost weight, gained muscle, and I feel more confident knowing how to defend myself. The atmosphere is very friendly and the instruction is great, I never leave a class dissatisfied. For someone who hates getting on a treadmill like me, this is the perfect way to stay in shape while learning and having fun.

Love the "no class" vibe. I was confused how it would work at first and am still a little…read moreintimidated to show up without a trainer there but I've only been for 2 sessions so far. Now there are no excuses to show up because I can never be late!

Great quick and effective workout. No scheduled times needed, you show up and the coaches add you…read moreinto the 9 Round circuit. You have a coach guiding you throughout the workout. In 30 minutes you get a good workout and some stress relief punching and kicking stuff.

Erica Dixon's fitness classes have changed my life! Her Zumba classes are hands down the most fun…read moreand challenging Zumba classes that I've ever taken. Not only are her choreography and songs are amazing, but the other people that attend her classes are encouraging and friendly. I've also done her fit camp classes and those are difficult yet effective for building endurance and strength. She offers online classes during the pandemic and they had been equally as enjoyable.

Erica Dixon is one of the best Zumba instructors I've ever had, and I am very picky about my Zumba…read moreteachers. I do not like Zumba classes that feel like aerobics, and I have low tolerance for instructors who can't dance, who have no rhythm, and who can't tell the difference between the various genres of Latin and world music. I haven't encountered any of these problems with Erica. She keeps to the beat, she's very energetic, and she knows what's up. Her class is challenging, but you will have a lot of fun and you will sweat! Students with a dance background will appreciate her choreographies. And her music is awesome. No Pitbull! She plays soca, dancehall, reggaeton, West African music, hip hop, and r 'n b, plus authentic salsa and merengue, with accurate moves to match. One of her routines has a bhangra flavor too. When we do squats we do them to the go-go classic "Da Butt" Erica currently holds classes 4 times a week in 3 different locations in South Durham and RTP: Monday 7:30 pm at Learning Tots Academy, Tues 7:30 pm at Bethesda Elementary School (you have to go around to the back of the main school building! I learned this the hard way), Thurs 7:30 pm at the Bethesda Elementary School gymnasium (separate building from Tues nt's class), and Sat 9:30 am at Learning Tots. She also does some special events, and she sells Zumba gear. The walk-in rate for classes is $7 (going up to $8 soon though) and she offers discounted passes (punch cards) for 5 or 10 classes each. There are about 50 students at each of her classes! but there is plenty of room to move around, and her students come in all shapes and sizes, so don't be shy. Bring water and a sweat towel!

I have been working with Coach Lamont for two years now and I don't know where I would be without…read morehim. He is so passionate about teaching and he loves what he does... which really shows. It is rare to find a coach that truly wants their fighter to be better than they ever were. He works just as hard to bring out the strengths that his clients have as well as rounding out the areas that could use improvement. If you want your life changed, Coach Lamont is the coach for you!!

I've trained at Chapel Hill Gracie Jiu Jitsu many times over the past 15 years. The instructors are…read moretop-tier both in terms of their knowledge and their ability to provide a safe, welcoming and effective training environment. Mazi is a legend of local martial arts, Jake Whitfield is one of most well-rounded teachers of martial arts in the world, and everyone on the team is a positive, helpful person. Whether you're brand new or a black belt, this is a great place to train.

From day one I've been so pleased with how protective the Instructors are of women's safety in…read moreclasses and rolling. I LOVE the new women's self defense class run by Meghan an amazing brown belt female instructor. I honestly started not knowing anything 3 years ago, fell in love with the art and challenge and now I'm getting my first blue belt stripe.

Not for me. So I get how people can feel they have a good workout here and a cardio class will have…read morethem feeling good afterward and the place is overall clean so that's the two stars. But my experience was after signing up for a free class someone contacts me via text. They are asking some questions just general and seeing if I had questions so seemed off to a decent start. When I arrive for the class. They immediately wanted my id and some fitness background information as I went to wrap and put on my gloves they said I couldn't wear my own gloves. I had to wear 9round gloves. So I get told that they would do a loaner pair today for me to take the class and then when we were done if I signed up they would "give me my own with my sign up" the way this was worded was exactly like that. . Well there is not any type of stretch we just jump onto the first station as you guessed there are 9. It's just flowing through each station hiit style. I much prefer bag and partner work. Anyway at station 8 my legs were cramping and I was told I could stretch after .. After it was immediately time to try to sign me up on the spot not stretch. First of all the gloves that I was told I'd be "given" w my sign up actually cost $150- but $75 if I signed up right then and there. The overall pricing is high and it's not really worth the money imo. Following the class I got a text from the original girl who I had been communicating with and was there at the time of my class which was fine. Following that I got a text from someone else who works there who wasn't there telling me how great I did etc.. (weird) and then after that another msg using someone's " ring name" It's an overpriced cardio class for people who want to box but not really. It's not form/skill oriented but if you're solely looking to switch it up and drop some weight it would probably be okay for you.

I absolutely love this place. The staff is amazing and always encouraging! You never do the same…read moreworkout and there are no class times! Also, NO ONE JUDGES YOU-just encourages

If you want to conveniently get your butt kicked. Come here…read more Trainers on the floor involved in making sure you're getting the best workout possible in 30 mins. Do you have what it takes ? 30 mins for the best total Body workout ‍ in town. 9 stations of 3 minute interval training. No experience ? No worries. The trainers will lead you and teach you. Give them a try! First session is on the house!

Best gym for the money spent that I have ever joined. Most require…read moreextra $$ for a trainer to assist during the workout. 9Round doesn't. The workouts are not boring. It is a circuit of 9 stations 3 mins at each and the routine at each station changes daily. The trainers challenge everyone to keep going so your best and modify workouts for the i individual if necessary. It is a nonjudgmental zone. Everyone is at different levels and all are zoned in on their own workouts not someone else. It is a great mental and physical workout. I challenge you to stop by for a free workout and see for yourself. You won't regret it-if you are committed to make a change.

this place is much needed for the community. the trainer has full classes and great one on one…read moresessions. very professional atmosphere

I started with Rodney in December and from the jump he was very patient. I have lost nearly 30 lbs…read morewith his personal training sessions just twice a week. I recently started his Cardio Kickboxing Class and it has been fun. I can already tell a difference in my energy level. I have never had a trainer pay so much attention to detail.

I signed up for the free 6 week challenge. You are required to put a large deposit down that you're…read moresuppose to get back if you complete the challenge and follow their plan. I completed the challenge and was pressured to sign up for a year membership. I declined to do so at the moment. And they declined to return my deposit. The classes were great. But they didn't do what I was told they would do when I signed up for the challenge. I'm very disappointed. This is not a free challenge. They will not give you your money back!

June 2022 will mark one year since I've joined this gym and I couldn't ask for a better community…read moreof fitness enthusiasts and coaches who sincerely care for your health and well-being. I consider them family. Each class is challenging yet fun and the coaches are with and pushing you to you beat each round. Coming to this gym 3x a week is a highlight for me and the benefits have been amazing - physically and mentally. My endurance has increased drastically and so has my mental strength, and these benefits have carried over in my personal and professional life as well. I encourage you to try just once - you'll be hooked, I guarantee it!