I'm so glad I found Core Cardio Fitness. I initially joined one of the 6 week transformation challenges and have continued to go to the classes ever since. The classes are challenging but fun and engaging. I love the small group atmosphere and it's been fun getting to know other members and becoming a part of the community. The best part is that Ashely gets to know everyone personally and he will push you outside your comfort zone if he knows you are capable of more but will also give you modifications for any exercise that you need. I've lost weight, noticed my clothes fitting better and have gotten into a much better exercise and healthy eating routine. I've also gotten a lot stronger and built muscle which is something I struggled to do on my own. After a long day at work, I actually look forward to going to Core Cardio and working out. I'd definitely recommend it! read more

Core Cardio is an amazing place. The trainers/instructors, the classes, and the community are fantastic. They offer TRX (suspension training), Real Ryder Cycling, Bootcamp, Cardio Kick Boxing and Zumba! Even in the largest classes(about 12-15 students max for bootcamp) everyone gets personal attention, and the instructors are tuned into everyone's different goals and fitness levels, and they care. They also have a running club that meets 3 times a week, 2 times the meet ups are local in malden, and on the weekends they do a destination run, and the club is made up of all different levels. The club also does local 5k and 10k races. I think the biggest thing that makes this place so wonderful, besides the amazing classes and fantastic instructors, is how welcoming it is, not only do the instructors care about their clients, the studio/running club members care about each other and support each other. This is an ideal place for anyone who wants to challenge themselves. If your looking to make a lifestyle change, and add exercise to your life, this is the gym for you. If your already in great shape and looking to up your game, this is gym for you. If you've always hated gyms and work out studios(I would fit into this category) this is the gym for you. I started at this gym just shy of 6 months ago. I was desperate to get into shape and fit into my wedding dress, I had 8 weeks to lose it, or they were going to have to cut my dress and remake it(read nightmare), in 8 weeks with the help of Ashley and everyone at Core Cardio, they had to take my dress in( 4 inches in total). That was the first goal core cardio helped me reach, recently I hit another personal goal of running a 5k in under 30 minutes, so running under ten minute miles. I recently hit this goal as well, I ran a race that I'd previously run, but I dropped about 8 minutes off my time. In addition to all of that I have dropped 3 pant sizes, and lost 11.5 pounds. For my height and build I'm now only about 10lbs away from my ideal weight and I know with core cardio I will get there. You will not regret making the time and trying your first class free! You literally have nothing to lose. read more

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The most motivating and inspiring group of people! I can't say enough good things about CCF family! They have wide variety of workouts. If there is a workout you cannot do because of back / shoulder / knee problems the trainer will give you an alternate exercise. You will never feel left out. I have never met a trainer like Ashley.. He will never quit on you! I am lucky to have found him read more

I am very fortunate to have found this gym. . The motivation and support you get from the trainers and other gym members is incredible. All the classes are thoughtfully planned with a good balance of cardio and strength. Trainers pay personal attention to make sure you workout correctly. I would highly recommend CCF if you want to improve your overall fitness. Working out was never this fun! read more

I was skeptical about joining core Cardio Fitness because I didn't think I could keep up with the exercise! I started in June and go 3 to 5 times a week! I absolutely love it! The team of instructors could not be more helpful, understanding and kind! So glad i made the attempt and will definitely keep going! They changed my lifestyle THANK YOU read more

Core Cardio Fitness is a great place to workout! Ashley, Taryn and Ana are motivating and truly care about their members. The workouts vary and are adjusted to everyone's personal needs. I have gone to many gyms and I have found this one to be the best for personal support and motivation. read more

I live in Peabody, I been to All the local gyms and This Studio is HARD CORE.... It's worth every $$ and the drive.. If your ready to step up your Game this is the place.. Great atmosphere.. AWSOME TRAINER'S.. THE REAL RYDER BIKES ARE INSANE !! Hope to see ah. If not, Stay home where it's safe.. Armando G. read more

Accountability, individual attention, wholistic approach to health and fitness, I could go on and on. After 10 years of avoiding a gym it was amazing to find Core Cardio Fitness and feel welcomed and encouraged. If you want results and to make a commitment to your health but need a little help this is the place to go! read more

I have been with core cardio since 2014.. I have lost 100 pounds with Ashley Lissaint.: owner of core cardio..this place has changed my life . For the better.. he knows all about nutrition and his spin and bootcamp classes are amazing!!! I not only lost weight.. I love to exercise too!! Please if you need help go see Ashley and ask him to show you my before and after picture!!! I suffered so much with my weight.. finally I am happy!!! I'm very lucky to have him and the staff at ccf!!! read more

I have never been to a gym more supportive than Core Cardio Fitness! Ashley, Ana, Taryn, and the whole team consistently go out of their way to do whatever it takes to help you with fitness goals (even helping to figure out what those goals are). Classes are challenging but you never feel like you can't do something because they all encourage you and include you. Can't say enough good things about the CCF family! read more

CORE CARDIO FITNESS IS AMAZING! AMAZING CLASSES, AMAZING INSTRUCTORS, AMAZING STUDIO SO YOU GET THE WORKOUT AND FULL ATTENTION YOU NEED TO ACCOMPLISH YOUR FITNESS GOALS!!! To the one bad reviewer on here......you get what you pay for. I would be happy to pay what they are requesting for classes there. 1. The attention and commitment they give you - AMAZING!!!!!! 2. amazing workout you get!!!!! 3. not overcrowded and overwhelmed!!!! Therefore the attention is all on you and not 30 other people! Signing up to guarentee a spot is the perfect concept! For those that buy cheap $20 memberships, you also get what you pay for such as 1. crappy machines 2. no parking 3. no machines available 4. no classes available 5. annoying muscleheads 6. annoying barbies walking around with full fledge makeup looking like hookers 7. not the attention you want Do I need to say more! I rather spend the extra money and have the focus on me. SO those who want an AMAZING WORKING and ATTENTION FROM AMAZING INSTRUCTORS please at least try one class! I promise you will not be disappointed at all and WILL RETURN! They have all different prices ranges to fit your budget! read more

Core Cardio Fitness is an awesome group fitness studio in Malden which offers Real Ryder cycling classes, boot camp, and TRX training. All the the trainers/instructors are so friendly & motivating, and Ashley is dedicated to all of his clients! The prices might seem steep at first but once you go & get the CCF experience you will see that it is worth it! All the classes are great, but the cycling classes really are the best around. If you like to cycle/spin, you will love the real ryder experience. read more

Looks like the owners or management of this gym have chosen to respond to my review, but after reading their comments, I still cannot figure out what their pricing actually is. The bottom line is this (& I'm really trying to help them out here because I think they have a good concept , but are applying it in a strange way) 1) Simplify your pricing and do what other gyms in the area do. i.e. charge a flat rate monthly fee for unlimited classes (if you charged $20 bucks a month for unlimited zumba classes, women would come) 2) Remove the requirement to sign up for classes online 3) Reduce your pricing. This gym is in Malden, not Wellesly. People go to gyms that are close to where they live. If Malden, Everett, is your target area, charging almost $100 dollars or more per month won't work. 4) Forget about using these fancy words to describe the place ("niche" boutique", etc, etc...women don't care about that. They want group classes like zumba at a discounted price. They want to dance and sweat for an hour & go home (they have to make dinner, take care of the kids, etc, etc) they want quick in and out. This "gym" is two rooms on the second floor of a building. You'll have to start small by building up a clientiele that will get you referrals, but to do this, you'll have to bring down your prices (initially) and charge more as or if you become popular. You can't do that yet (well you can, but in 6 months, you'll be out of business). read more

If you are dedicated and want to get somewhere with your weight loss this is the place to go. Ashley is the most dedicated personal trainer you will ever find. He cares and wants you to reach your goals. worth every $$. read more

What can I say......that the Instructors are DYNAMITE!!!! Real Ryder class is definitely not like a typical spin class. I appreciate the family atmosphere that this place has, the Owner Ashley set the tone. They have TRX (Ashley), Boot Camp, Kick Boxing (Chonny), Zumba (Ana). Worth the money you spend, you get more out than you put in!! read more

If you're on yelp wondering whether you should give Core Cardio Fitness a chance? Well you should!!! And definitely sign up for a class with Ashley because he's AWESOME. My friend has been taking cycling classes here and kept telling me how good of a workout it was, so I had to come see for myself. I've taken a few spinning classes in Boston before, so I thought I could handle the real ryder bikes BUT BOY WAS I WRONG. These bikes are stationary but they sway left and right, making it 100% harder. Everything's great when you get in the groove of things, but once you fall off beat with the bike the swaying gets pretty difficult. The resistance on the bike plays a very important part. Every time I seemed to be struggling, Ashley would pop by to fix my resistance and things got better. I took a cycle/strength and core combo class, so the first half was cycling and the second we moved into the other room for core exercises. Throughout the class Ashley pays attention to everyone and is super motivating! Just from one class, I could see how much he cares for his clients. CCF is definitely a judgement free zone, so if you're someone new to working out this is the perfect place to start. I bought the 3 class pass for $30 which is a lot cheaper than some of the studios out in Boston, and is a great price for the type of attention you're getting from the class. I would definitely become a regular if I lived closer. read more

This place is great! The owners and all the instructors are very kind! Many places have a bunch of Diva bitches who instruct classes. NOT this place! They are very enthusiastic and genuine. Not fake. I never have a problem to pay a few extras bucks for the quality, quality control of safety, and genuine instructors! Glorious! read more

this gym is awesome!!! the owners are so nice!!! they give a lot of attention ... the system works !!! great great concept! and for the money is incredible! read more

CCF is a one of a kind gym! My husband and I attend along with my three daughters that are home for the summer from college. You could say it is a family affair for us! The atmosphere is encouraging, friendly, motivational and fun. We all support each other to reach our individual goals! Five stars isn't enough! read more

Core Cardio Fitness is the best place to workout as long as you want to workout with the most positive ,supportive trainers and clients out there! I never met a nicer community of people in a fitness community. The classes offered are great for all fitness levels. I couldn't hold a plank for 1 second when I first started! Today I'm stronger , happier and healthier because of CCF! read more

This gym is well worth the money. From what I understand, they offer Real Ryder classes at 3 classes a week for a month for $75 which actually comes out to about $6 a class. As someone who loves a good challenging workout, the Real Ryder classes do just that! I haven't tried TRX or Yoga (yet) but have heard both classes are great. I belong to one of the $10 gyms and believe me when I say, I get what I pay for. Not much. Sure there are plenty of machines and treadmills but I have been waiting for 2 months for the promised classes (starting tomorrow!) and my husband has been told for months that the steam room is "opening tomorrow as soon as the electrician comes". I also spin at a bigger gym and for $30 a month, I also get what I pay for, always busy,never a parking space, can never get on a machine, never any paper towels or toilet paper and having to go to the gym a half hour early to sign up for spin class, then join the mass of people who push in the door before class starts to get their saved bike or "their bike", then have class start 10 minutes late for the 2 people who "didn't know they had to sign up" and the teacher has to call names until that person finally owns up to it and leaves (or even worse, won't). So I'd actually rather pay a little extra, take the 2 minutes out of my day to log on to the website, (who isn't on their computer or smart phone at least once a day?!) reserve my seat, show up 10 minutes before class starts and get a great workout in without any hassle. Looking forward to trying more classes! read more