I highly recommend Combine Training in Greenwich CT. This is where I got my fitness reboot...in…read morefact a transformation...over this past year. Hearing great reviews from friends, I bid on and won two personal training sessions Combine donated to a local charity's Silent Auction event. After two challenging and fun sessions with Coach Rob Tracz, I was hooked and continue to this day. My fitness experience here has far surpassed that at any other facility. Combine's mission statement is "we build athletes" and the team of professional coaches offer personal training, triathlete training, school team training and new! is online training which I like to do when I'm away to maintain my fitness level. I think it's cool that Combine's Instagram celebrates members' learning experiences as well as student athletes' college acceptances as well as Triathletes achievements. Combine is owned by homegrown Greenwich High athlete Craig Vitale, former collegiate football player - now active Triathlete - and his wife Christina. Together they have created a supportive and friendly culture at Combine... a fitness place definitely worth checking out!!!

This is my favorite yoga studio hands down. The moment you step into this beautifully, decorated…read morestudio you will feel a sense of relief. The owner, Edel, has made an oasis of serenity in her studio. From the beautiful wallpaper to the lighting, she has created a peaceful environment. The classes are all amazing. Edel chooses her instructors carefully. The instructors are always quick to give modifications and all allow you to have your own yoga journey. I never feel less than if I am not able to do a pose. I am simply reminded, by the instructors, to breath and to take the pose that works best for my body. At the end of every class, I walk away feeling lighter and calmer. The barre classes are also amazing. The instructors make the classes fun and the are all super motivating. All of the playlists will have you singing along and forget you are working your muscles. Once again, for a girl like me, they make sure to give modifications. The warmth and love you will feel in this studio, will make you feel like you are on a Caribbean Island on a blue sky, sunny day. See you soon on the mat.

I am someone who has never practiced yoga, barre, or pilates before setting foot in Jarosa and I…read morehave never felt SO COMFORTABLE trying out something new in my life. The teachers are absolutely amazing and were ready to meet me where I was at. I love the variety of classes that Jarosa offers. I can always find something that I'm in the mood for whether it's a strengthening work-out, a relaxing session of stretch and serenity, or a challenging yoga class that pushes me to explore what I'm capable of. The community that the studio facilitates is so welcoming and truly is what makes Jarosa so special. I highly recommend to all. (Not to mention, there's great student discounts which was perfect for me as a college student).

I first joined Victoria & Yoga Mobile Studio on the beach in Milford (across from the Greek Spot…read moreCafe) last summer (8:30AM-9:30AM every Saturday during the summer). Since then, I have taken classes with her at a variety of locations. She is a great instructor who always leads a fun class that is appropriate for all participants, whether you're a first-timer or an experienced "yogi." I'd highly recommend taking one of her classes (especially Poses-2-Pints at Two Roads) and/or bringing her to your home/party/office for a private class. You won't be disappointed!

Victoria has wanted me to take better care of myself for a long time. I finally took a private…read moreclass. It was great! Victoria tailored my class to fit my fitness level, so that even though I am not in good shape, I was able to enjoy the class and still feel like I got a lot out of it. She has a special way about her that makes you feel comfortable and at ease. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her!

I started training with Madison two months after my third baby was born. After having 3 pregnancies…read morein 5 years, my body was NOT feeling right. I had lost a ton of muscle, added a bunch of fat, and my posture had suffered. Initially I planned to train with Madison for 6 weeks to get myself back on track, but it's now 5 months later and I still see her weekly. I can not believe the impact that slow motion strength training has had on my body. I have gotten so much of my strength back and even developed muscles that have been neglected all of my life, which has enabled me to add some cardio and vinyasa yoga. My posture has gotten significantly better despite the fact that I'm still nursing and work at a computer most of the time, thanks to the series of exercises that Madison designs for me. I've lost almost 20 pounds, and definitely converted a bunch of fat to muscle. My butt and thighs are so much tighter than they used to be (sorry if that's TMI!) All in all, it's an incredible workout in that the results are very noticeable and the time commitment is tiny. That said, you DO have to be dedicated. Madison will ask you to push yourself really, really hard. Sometimes in the middle of workouts, all I can think is "Why am I doing this???" But then I remind myself that I just need to give it my all for 30 minutes, which really isn't that much. By the time I finish the workout, I'm absolutely exuberant as I walk out of the gym feeling strong and like I'm standing taller and more confidently. Usually I'm really sore for a day or two and then I start getting really excited for my next session....it's addictive to feel as good as it makes you feel :)

Anel has been my trainer for over four years in New York City. I have nothing but good things to…read moresay about him. He is a consummate professional, knowledgeable, patient and yet knows how to inspire and make the workouts fun. He has always helped me to reach my goals, whether it be getting bigger, trimming down or working around injuries I sustained outside of the gym. Whatever your level of fitness, Anel will help you meet your goals and intelligently push past your own inner limitations.

I had such an amazing experience in the Stretch and Back to Basics Pilates class at KAR this…read moremorning! It was my first time having Torrie as an instructor, even though I've taken classes alongside her before--and she was absolutely incredible. Her guidance was clear, supportive, and perfectly paced. The class itself was a great mix of gentle stretching and core fundamentals, helping me reconnect with proper form and movement. I left feeling realigned, relaxed, and re-energized. Torrie truly brought a calm, confident energy to the room. Highly recommend this class and her teaching!

Yes I totally agree. The place needed to be bigger and have more machines. If the place is bigger…read morethan you can do more moves.

I love this place! I need periodic access to an indoor cycling trainer that is compatible with…read moreZwift and/or Garmin and Sherpa delivers! They have a Tacx Neo bike that syncs with Apple TV so I can see my Zwift workout. Owner Jean Paul is incredibly flexible -- will bend over backwards to ensure that I can get into the studio when I need it, always very responsive, and an all-around super knowledgable guy about cycling and triathlons. Justin, the cycling coach, has also been incredibly helpful in getting me set up with everything I need each visit. The facility is beautiful, the equipment is in great shape, and they even have showers (which came in handy the day our plumber shut off our water for several hours after my ride!). These guys are super welcoming and make everything so easy. Give Simba the Airedale some pats when you come. Highly recommend. (And people participating in classes and personal training sessions seem like they're really enjoying them).

Sherpa is an amazing training facility with great staff! I am not one for gyms and the staff made…read moreme feel instantly comfortable and were willing to work with me and train me at my own speed while challenging me at the same time. I personally really enjoy the indoor cycling classes and the coach is fantastic. He personalizes each workout and made me feel comfortable training along side people who have been doing this for years.

I keep seeing advertisement for Bodywise By Betty. I signed…read moremy two boys up for a camp and they both said it was the worse camp they have ever done. Arriving the woman running the place (i assume Betty) ignored us for at least 10 minutes. She was busy writing, with the other kids and ordering a teenager on how to do things. Kids that were already there for camp were exercising on machines built for adults like the elliptical. In my opinion completely not safe for anyone younger than 10. So for the Day... my kids said they were on the machines for most of the morning. Then they took a walk to a local restaurant eat lunch. Came back and they played games then watched a movie until I picked them up. Oh then they exercised again. My kids said that the teenager there ran the camp mostly. The adult (I'm assuming Betty) was behind the desk the entire time. I've written a review on here before and it always gets deleted. I say save your money. Spend a little more on a camp that you know you're kids will benefit from. Also... I was a subway one time during lunch and my friends and I had a couple tables they were saving. Betty and a group of like 12 kids stormed in and she was yelling that she had a reservation telling us to move. The employees told her that she didn't and were shocked at her behavior. She realized that we were not budging because we started eating our food and stormed out with her group of campers. This place should be shut down.

I attended one of Betty's classes once a week. It was piloxing. I only stopped going because I…read moremoved about 800 miles away :) I miss Betty's classes! Just that one class had me so toned. I going to a gym here and even lifting weights 4 times a week, but I don't have the same definition or the line down my belly I had with her class. I can only imagine if I had gone twice a week! The hour would fly by and Betty changed it up so we weren't getting bored with the same routine. If you are looking to tone up - I suggest going to her classes. She also provided some nutritional information - which reminds me to up my protein. I miss Betty's class and my tone tummy and thighs I had!

Avoid OrangeTheory Ridgefield…read more I have been a member of OrangeTheory studios in multiple cities and have never experienced anything like this. I arrived approximately one minute late to a class for which I was registered and was refused entry. While I stood there, another woman arrived after me, greeted the owner with a hug, and was immediately invited into the exact same class. I watched her sit down and put on her running shoes while I remained at the front desk asking why she was allowed in and I wasn't. Rules are rules. Rules that apply differently depending on who you are friends with are not. What makes this particularly disappointing is that I had previously sat down with the owner and explained that I am postpartum with a young baby. Fitness is incredibly important to my physical and mental well-being, and coordinating childcare, naps, feeding schedules, and the general unpredictability of life with an infant is not always easy. I explained that despite my best efforts, there may occasionally be a time when I arrive a minute or two late. The response then was a complete lack of empathy. The response on this day was even worse. Being denied entry while watching someone else receive an exception in real time was humiliating. It communicated very clearly that some members are extended grace while others are not. It made me feel as though my time was less valuable, my circumstances less deserving of understanding, and my membership less important. OrangeTheory is not an inexpensive workout. Members are paying for coaching, community, professionalism, and consistency. Instead, I felt embarrassed, singled out, and frankly punished. The Danbury locations have always been welcoming, professional, and kind. The studios I attended in Los Angeles were the same. In all my years with OrangeTheory, I have never witnessed such blatant favoritism. A fitness studio should leave you feeling stronger than when you walked in. This one managed to do the opposite.

OTF Ridgefield is my ultimate happy place. Every day is a different workout to focus on power,…read morestrength, endurance, or a combination. I love the element of surprise! The Coaches and staff are really personable. The facility is clean and safe. The music and ambiance is conducive to highly sweaty workouts. More importantly, it's always me vs. me. Even though the entire OTF family is comprised of different fitness levels, we all come together as one during a 45- or 60- minute class to burn those fat cells and crush our goals. So when you're ready to push yourself beyond your comfort zone, try a free OTF class to explore the challenges on the treadmill, rower, and floor (weights, BOSU, TRX, ab dollies, and more). Can't make it to the Studio? You can get your sweat in with at-home workouts. Join us!