9Rounds Fitness in Matthews NC is awesome. Been a member here since 2019 and the experience has…read morebeen getting better each year. The gym is so clean, trainers are great and the owner is awesome and now members have access 24/7! Highly recommended

I love 9 round! This is a great concept to add to any fitness routine, especially if you are one…read morethat suffers from being "bored" while working out. So, just like the name states, you have 9 rounds to complete in 30 minutes. Each round is 3 minutes and there is a 30 second "active rest" inbetween rounds. Each round combines cardio, core and strength so you are ensured a total body workout. This is somewhat of a "kickboxing fusion" concept so at a few of the rounds you put your boxing gloves on and go to town on a punching bag! It is actually quite refreshing and a great way to release tension after a long day at work! The stations change every day so you are constantly "tricking" your body which is a great way to see results. You will see a variety of moves like jump roping, squats, burpees, planks, roundhouse kicks, various punches, pushups, dips, etc This is a great place for all fitness levels. The trainers challenge you along the way or they can modify if you have any injuries. Everyone is super nice, the music is fun and the workout is awesome!! Give them a try! This is a very affordable way to get a very personalized workout that will meet all fitness goals!

I love this place, it's super good for fitness and the pool is amazing! This is my favorite place…read moreto do exercise plus not only the gym and the pool they have games like tennis etc and it's so fun, my favorite for sundays

As you read this...Keep the fact that this facility is the most expensive gym membership…read moreanywhere...and especially Charlotte. Also this is meant to provide constructive feedback in hopes that management/area director and leadership at Lifetime read this- finally these are constant grievances of mine, others on this feed and I have been a member for more than 3 years. Additionally, I've experienced the brand new top shelf Lifetime in Cary NC...world of difference in service, equipment (of course new) , AND true spa like feel in the men's locker room...down to lockers have 'bumpers' on them so when they are shut they are quiet. 1. NOISE! Men's spa area is so loud I have to wear airbuds to escape the constant yammering of others in the steam and sauna. 2. Tired Equipment and in consistent amenities- I joined for the quality of equipment and mainly access to steam and dry sauna- Equipment is worn out...bikes, cable machines, benches, accessories for gym equipment in general need replacement. Machines sit dormant waiting for repair often...and Steam room is constantly inconsistent and temperatures in dry sauna are below recommended temps. Did I also mention how LOUD it is in the 'Quiet Area.' 3. Towel service is 1 STAR....and unacceptable. Last night and many days/nights the shelves in the locker area are bare with NO TOWELS....I literally had to walk the locker room to find a clean towel to dry off with. 4. Family Friendly. YES! It should be...but now that school/college is on summer break the gym experience is fraught with kids being kids.. from locker room to gym floors...absolute chaos... 5. Showers- The entire shower area is a mess a lot of the time, but especially last night....walk into a shower and someone left towels inside stall....No attendants cleaning up or restocking towels...counters full of water, etc. NOT A PREMIUM EXPERIENCE! I truly enjoy investing in my health and consider Lifetime a splurge in my budget....BUT I continually leave shaking my head at the level of service...quality...and inconsistency....even the 'simple things' from a staff person, like Have a good night...hope you had a nice workout. It would be nice to have persons on the floor assisting 'newbies' with workout tips or offering assistance in using the equipment.

One word: TRANSFORMATIVE! ....Rockbox has done so much for me. I first started with them for a…read moreshort period in 2017 and then I went back in 2021 and have been there ever since. From my highest weight I am over 50 lbs less today because of their workouts and the meal program that they gave me five years ago. I've been at my goal weight for some time but I still use the skeleton of their meal plan with my own tweaks (to make it keto). This gym is not like the Y where people go but sometimes don't really exercise much. Here you do classes - people modify when they need to , myself included - but you always follow along, you don't stand around and blow it off. The members are all sizes - it's a gym for real people. A basic class is 5 minutes of warm up, about 25 minutes of cardio-kickboxing, about 16 minutes of functional/weight/resistance training, about a 2 minute finisher, and about a 3 minute cooldown. ALL the coaches are great so I never worry about which class I'm attending - I just go when I can. They once in a while coordinate group outings at local restaurants - we even had a big group that went hiking at Crowders Mountain once. You can try a free class or two - they will lend you boxing gloves and you have to bring your own wraps or buy them there for $13 - it's because wraps really do provide shock absorption to your hands when you are punching the bag. I once didn't use them when I forgot them and I was surprised at how it felt without them - you definitely need them. You can purchase Unlimited in which you can go as much as you want, or purchase 8 classes/month, or you can buy a block of classes (I think 10 but I'm not sure?) and use them as you wish, or you can pay per class. I do Unlimited and make it a point to go no less than 15 times a month. If you are a Panthers fan, you'll enjoy that the owner - who is also one of the coaches - is Mike Tolbert, a former player. Mike and the other owner, his wife, Shia (also a coach!), could not be any nicer. I am not a person that ever liked to exercise or liked going to the gym - out of all of the places I've tried, this is the best. Just look at some of my numbers that I included (see pic) to show that I am living proof that this place works - as I mentioned, I used to dislike exercising and I weighed 52 lbs more. I am 54 years old (about to be 55). As you get older, the worry is that you lose muscle. My muscle mass number indicates that I have a good amount of lean mass for my size, my skeletal muscle number shows that I am above average in muscle relative to my weight, and my visceral fat number is 5 which is excellent and indicates that I am at low risk for diabetes and heart disease. ....and just in case you are wondering, I don't work there - I'm just a regular member. Bottom line: give it a try!

I am a physician and know I need to stay in shape. But I also want a warm and friendly environment…read morebecause I know myself (just like most of my patients) tend to have low-efficacy workouts if left alone in a gym. This gym provides a family-atmosphere style motivation where both trainers and members encourage each other. It is roughly 1/2 boxing and 1/2 crossfit style exercises. This style of exercise matches what evidence shows to be the most effective at getting and keeping in shape. Highly recommended as long as you are a positive person and interested in high-energy work-outs. A quick note to yelp: reviews written by trolls who have never even seen a place they are reviewing are not very helpful and might need to be monitored and removed...

I needed to update my review to give another HUGE shoutout to the amazing staff at CycleBar…read moreMatthews. They go above and beyond to make each rider feel a part of their community, and bring the best energy to each class! I hit my 100th ride in November and my instructor, Haley, brought out all the stops from a custom playlist, to donuts, balloons, and flowers. I truly felt so special and could not be more thankful to have found such a safe space at CycleBar!

I've had a really positive experience at CycleBar. The atmosphere is upbeat and motivating, with…read moremusic that makes the workout feel more like a fun event than exercise. The instructors are energetic, encouraging, and do a great job guiding you through the ride whether you're a beginner or more experienced. One thing I really appreciate is that you can go at your own pace. Even though the class can be intense, you're never pressured to keep up with anyone else, which makes it feel welcoming and inclusive. The bikes are comfortable, and the studio is clean and well-organized. The sense of community is also a big plus. Everyone is supportive, and it's easy to feel part of a group, which keeps you coming back. if you enjoy spin classes and a high-energy environment, it's definitely worth trying. Overall, CycleBar is a great place to get a challenging workout while having fun at the same time.

Whether your familiar with OT or not, this is not only a great OT locations, it's a great…read moregym/workout! Orangetheory is a heart-rate based HIIT total-body group workout that combines science, coaching and technology to guarantee maximum results from the inside out. It's all about the SPLAT points and heart rate! Each class and coach is a little different, but they are mainly all centered around a mix of using a treadmill, a rower and body weight. The coaches/trainers here are super friendly and helpful, always there to cheer you on or help make your movement better throughout the workout. Since Covid the class sizes have greatly reduced and I can't say I don't love it. Although a full class always gives you a boost of energy and pumps you up, it's nice to have a little space and not be in top of each other. Plus, all the music choices in every coach's playlist give you all the pump up vibes you need. If you haven't given the OT hype a try, now is your chance and I highly suggest trying it at this location! And if you're already on the OT bandwagon and don't go to this location, give a few of the coaches a try -- they are great! (Justin and TJ are my favs!)

TODAY MARKS MY 100th class at Orangetheory!!!! I love the one hour classes because it motivates me…read moreto work out every part of my body with the use of treadmill, row, and the weights! love the heart monitor because it tracks my progress and keeps me on track toward my personal goals! STAFF IS FRIENDLY AND FITNESS CENTER IS ALWAYS VERY CLEAN!!!! FEEL MUCH HEALTHIER SINCE I JOINED ORANGE THEORY

I had heard about FT for several years but had never taken the time to visit one. After several…read moreyears of joining gyms and accomplishing very little, I finally decided to give them a try. SImply put, working with a personal trainer made all the difference in the works for me. I had tried some of the trainers at the gyms, but they just do not compare to the staff at FT. I joined in January and 5 months later can say that I can see and feel the difference. By no means is this an inexpensive endeavor, but "you get what you pay for" would definitely fit the bill here. I work out 3 times a week with 2 different trainers and could not be more pleased with their knowledge and attention to detail. I still have more to accomplish, but I finally can feel that something is happening!

I am one of the lucky people who won a trial personal training packet at FT Fitness in Matthews…read more My experience was all the way around fantastic. The staff is super friendly, very knowledgeable and they made exercising fun. I was greeted every time with a smile. The facility is very clean. My personal training sessions were with Kevin and I enjoyed every one of them. Kevin made it interesting and fun. He is very knowledgeable and professinal. I had one group class with Kacey and I enjoyed that too very much. I give Aaron and his staff 5 stars.

Looking for a warm and welcoming community? Look no further! Ballantyne studio is so friendly and…read morewelcoming. As a newcomer from out of state I feel I've found my new home studio. Every teacher here is informed, kind, and encouraging. The owner is also super sweet. Excited to make this part of my routine.

This place has exceeded my expectations. I used to take barre classes regularly in SF but had never…read moretried Pure Barre before. Wowza, they really kick your butt! Each class is different and I am left sweating and feeling good at the end of each one. It's definitely a great workout. All of the instructors I've tried are great but Kristen is my favorite so far. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and they have a lot of regular members. No egos or competitive spirit here, which I appreciate. There is a large parking lot but it's easy to miss your turn if you're not familiar with the area. There are cubbies to store your stuff and hair ties, Luna bars, and water provided. The intro unlimited membership is $99 per month, which is a great deal and then it goes up to $159 I believe. You also have to let them know in advance if you want to cancel; otherwise, you'll be locked in for another 3 months. Their app is super easy to use, they have clothes and socks for sale, if you need them. My one minor complaint is that there isn't a clock in the room, so I never know if they're done kicking my butt haha.