Atlanta has many different trainers, but only one Jake…read more Jake has the knowledge and experience to ensure dynamic and challenging workouts without risk of injury. Where weakened joints and muscles exist, Jake has the skills and experience to align and work through the tenderness. Catalyst is a great fitness studio with a multitude of materials to support a full and well balanced training regimen. Together Jake and Catalyst cut through the clutter to maximize healthy results!

The staff at Catalyst Fitness have completely exceeded my expectations as a personal training…read morefacility. They have done so much to enhance my daily life by showing me simple exercises that increase my mobility, rotation, and overall wellbeing. I have learned wonders about my body and continue to get better and feel better with every session. Small Group Personal Training On Demand is really convenient and personable. I would recommend Catalyst Fitness to any of my colleagues wishing to get healthy and work out the RIGHT way.

I began my fitness journey at CYB four months ago and have since lost 12 lbs. Working with Wlaa has…read morebeen a pleasure; his expertise and holistic approach to fitness, paired with his ability to understand client needs, have been invaluable. I'm so grateful to have discovered CYB. Highly recommended!

Used classpass to try out the SPARQ Loved this class!…read more The instructor, Johnnie, was super professional, motivating, and cool. The drills were tough and my legs felt like jello afterwards! Also loved the community vibe here, and as an out of towner (and first timer) appreciated not having to listen to a sales pitch. Though honestly if I lived in Atlanta I might join - the class sells itself!

Never judge a gym by its equipment…read more First of all, I didn't even read the directions. I showed up in fish flip-flops with socks because I thought I signed up for Pilates. Turns out we were doing a full-body workout, and I definitely should have worn sneakers. That's on me. Then I walked in and they were fumbling with the TV. I immediately thought, "Lord, what did I sign myself up for? Are we about to watch a trainer on a screen and work out?" Little did I know, the trainer was standing right there. She was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful. Don't let that fool you, though. She worked us HARD. She was like a wolf in sheep's clothing--in reverse. Sweet as could be, but she had us working like dogs. I had so much fun. They incorporated equipment I had never used before, including resistance bands and other training tools that challenged me in a good way. I booked through ClassPass, and when I finished the class, I immediately wanted to take pictures and leave a review. That's rare for me. Usually businesses ask for a review. This time, I wanted to leave one on my own. The studio is well organized and clean. The dumbbells and BOSU balls are neatly displayed on the walls. In the back, they have steps, kettlebells, and additional equipment. The bathroom was nice and clean. Across the hall, they have another room with Pilates mats, blocks, and equipment. The space almost feels like a refurbished ballet studio with ballet barres along the walls. Parking was easy, the workout was excellent, and the trainer was fantastic. Overall: 10/10. I will definitely be back.

i was really excited to try this studio. Unfortunately, there was a descrepancy between the offer…read morethat was advertised as available on theirsite and what was actually offered. The site shown # weeks at a special introductory price, whilst attempting to book the only option was for two weeks at said rate. I took a screenshot of the website (as advertised for 3 weeks) and messaged the studio.... someone then explained ton me that it SHOULD be for 2 weeks (which i understand). Here is where the problem comes in, 1) That is the studio's mistake, not mine. Thus they should honor the price that they had advertised on their website. 2) They did not. This was incredibly off putting to me and not indicative of the type of character that I would look for in a place of practice or anywhere that I would be spending money. Overall I just felt like that was a dishonorable way to handle a customer that was looking to become a new member. Even though its farther away from me than the bigger, more popular and established studios in my neighborhood, I wanted to support this studio. It appeared to be small and a more intimate vibe, however, once met with this unprofessionalism I quickly signed on for a much more expensive, yet conveniently located Bodyrok. Super professional and by the book, i'll pay more for that any day.

This is the one & only place that I truly believe a 5 star rating just isn't enough! Where do I…read morestart.. This may be a long one so buckle up. First and foremost, I am just your average chick in the sense that I do NOT habitually workout, count my calories, meal prep, etc. I did have a membership at LA Fitness for 3 years (2015-2017) but was really only actively using it for 1 year so I finally made the decision to cancel it. I first step foot into this box July 4, 2017 when my boyfriend invited me to come to their post-WOD ("workout of the day") BBQ. I literally only came for the food, sorry! At the time I still held a membership at LA Fitness and had absolutely NO intentions of committing to another gym; Especially not CrossFit. But of course everyone urged me to give it a try and I left that day with the mindset that CrossFit was a cult (lol). [...Fast forward to March 2018 when the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games were going on...] My boyfriend asked me to come to the box with him every Friday this month to record his WODs and so I did. On the last week of March, he spontaneously bought me a Groupon for their Fundamentals class ($32) and the rest was history... I've never found a fitness program that I enjoyed until I started CrossFit. Reasons why I love this program (and why it works for me): *Your WOD is created for you & released on their app (Wodify) 8PM the night before so you never have to pre-plan before coming. Plus, they're typically only 15-30mins long but it'll get your HR way up there bc of its style of HIIT. *You always work out in groups/classes which is motivating when you feel like stopping mid-workout but everyone around you is still going strong. Everyone is also so welcoming & full of encouragement! *If there is an exercise that you are unable to do, there is always a scaled version of it or some type of exercise you can do to work on those targeted muscles. *There is always a coach present to stretch you out as a group, ensure everyone warms up properly, & guide you throughout the WOD/correct your form if necessary. *They have a great sound system & nothing is better during a workout than music drowning out the sound of your pain. More about the Groupon Deal: Fundamental classes start at the beginning of every month. Classes are MWT @ 7:30PM for the first 4 weeks. You will then graduate to the intermediate class which you will be allowed to attend for the following 2 weeks and decide if you would like to purchase a membership. You get a cool swag bag for joining which includes free monthly body composition analysis at Max Nutrition. More about CrossFit Valitus: Classes are offered 6 days/week (Monday-Saturday) with M-F at 6AM, 7AM, 12PM, 4:30PM, 5:30PM, and 6:30PM and Saturday at 9AM or 10AM. Some Saturdays are partner workouts to which you're more than welcome to bring a friend/family member as long as they're familiar with the WOD's exercises. They're also open on Sundays at 12PM as an open gym so you can come and work on any exercise that needs improvement. Oh, did I mention you get access to Dynamo's Swim Club!? Lastly, there are currently 4 coaches and every single one of them is awesome in their own way. *Crystal--The owner and awesome fundamentals instructor *Art--The head coach who's great at making sure you're stretched out for you WOD and trains our triathlon team *Rene--Beast crossfitter who also holds flexibility and strength training classes a few times a week *Isa--Best WOD DJ and motivator since she Rx's just about every workout (sometimes 2-3x/day!) Whew, that was a long one but I warned you! I know CrossFit may seem intimidating and even scary to the average person but don't knock it till you try it. It's only been a little over 2 months for me and I've already seen changes within my body and PR'd more exercises than I could even count. I'll end off with this quote: "A year from now you will wish you had started today"

Amazing facility and experience! The coaches worked with us one on one and left me feeling like…read morethey were really watching out for us. If you're looking for a gym with weight lifting and high intensity workouts led by coaches who really focus on the members look no further.

i joined 6 months ago. I'm mid 60's. Gay in better than average shape. knew the owner Ken casually…read moreand he talked me into a full years membership. Ken sold his ownership at the end of the year. he knew something and should have share it with me. this facility has excellent equipment, but the most rude and unfriendly staff and membership of any gym I've ever been in. 6 months in, I wish i could withdraw. The owner is in a wheelchair and I ve a family member who's also in a wheelchair and spoke thinking we might have something in common. No. He's bitter, angry, rarely smiles, looks away if you try to even try to make eye contact He acts like I put him in that chair and he's doing me a favor by letting me use his gym. Ridiculous. The trainers are the most common people in the gym. Initally they speak to you in hopes you hire them and when you dont they blackball you. This is the most unfriendly gym I've ever attended and would leave if they would refund my remaining money. So disappointed. Just a a sespool of sadness. i regret joining. No way I would renew and im 2 blocks away. Awful people and i don't know how they are still in business.

Seems to have most things one could want in terms of equipment…read more Equipment and machines are usually available. No classes. Space and equipment appears old and worn. Questionable cleanliness. I see no wiping if equipment. Dark gray tired looking space. Trainers are contractors and no training is included in membership. It looks like most other services like massage and juice bar never returned after pandemic.

After my recent weigh in resulting in a 30 pound weight loss in 4 months, I feel compelled to write…read morea review about my very positive experience at Best Fitness by Pharr and Mark Gates. Best Fitness is around the corner from my apartment and when I found myself at my heaviest weight of my life I thought it was time to try something new and I stopped in to see what this place was all about. I was greeted by the owner Mark Gates who was so welcoming and eager to learn about my fitness goals. We scheduled a time for a complimentary session and the rest is history. Mark devised a plan and schedule specifically for me. This included a detailed work out plan and meal plan. He is everything you could hope for in a personal trainer. He supports you, provides accountability and wants you to be successful. The environment at Best Fitness by Pharr is so friendly. You will get to know and even become friends with your fellow gym goers. I can't speak highly enough about Best Fitness by Pharr. You should definitely check it out! JC

I would call it "worst fitness by far" but it really isn't fitness. My apt complex is under…read morerenovation, so they are letting us use this place. Rather than drive to Unit 2, I decided to walk downstairs to lift weights. I was doing a set of DB presses, and the proclaimed expert trainer/owner told me that I couldn't drop the rubber dumbbells onto the rubber mats but rather had to put them on my thighs and rack them until I needed them again. Put aside the fact that I was doing 95lbs for 12 (that were covered in cobwebs - really!), but no one should have the energy left to do what he suggests. That is training to comfort (like the girl next to me with the trainer who chatted the whole set she was pressing empty Evian bottles in some weird up-down-around motion) - not training to failure, which is the only training. He also said that I couldn't deadlift in my black UA socks, but had to wear shoes because it was too dangerous. The best is that he and some other guy claim that they are competitors/train competitors. Ha. What a joke. Back to driving 15 mins to Unit 2 on none BJJ/Boxing days where we have a room full of bumper plates (to drop), no one wears shoes and half the guys don't wear shirts. I would say this gym is good for girls, but it really isn't. They are just wasting time. Should be called "Perceiving Fitness on Pharr."

after I cracked my femur Jason worked with me on the exercises that helped me heal much faster…read more He is excellent in working with you for whatever you need to work on. Great person with a huge personality. Great to work with.

Fantastic gym if you just want to get in shape, learn self defense or become a competitive fighter…read more Richard Trammell is a incredible trainer and one of the most positive and inspiring person I know.

I was introduced to this all woman's workout class Saturday morning through Eventbrite.com. It was…read morea little tricky finding it since my GPS took me to the front of Hmart as opposed to around the corner from it under the underpass where the actual 2nd floor front entrance is. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. There's a whole array of boxing gear some of which I was familiar with from prior experiences. We did a few circuit training workouts which was fun but tough especially as they did not have air conditioning on this particularly warm day. Even so, I had a great experience and would love to come back!

This boxing workout experience has been serendipitous as I did not expect how much it has been a…read moregood for my well-being and continuous to push me to be stronger and healthier. I would highly recommend if you have an interest and want to be pushed to better your health- give this a try. Convenient, clean, and learning something that can benefit your health and self-defense.