When I met John I was in my 40's, out of shape and with a lot of bad habits. I needed someone who…read moreunderstood my goals, help me put together a plan to get there and hold me accountable. John eased me in to a regular routine and always knew exactly when to push and how much. It was always with encouragement and never came off pushy. I never felt ashamed or embarrassed. He believed in me and in turn helped me to believe in myself. John helped me build a great foundation to continue improving, both physically and mentally. John is no amateur, but he somehow managed to never leave feeling like one either. If you're looking for someone to help you get started, or someone to help you get to the next level, I can't recommend him enough! I am confident John could take me as far as I wanted to go. Training is his passion and it shows.

I can't recommend Diaz Fit highly enough! The gym environment is supportive and motivating,…read moreperfect for anyone looking to improve their fitness. Allan, in particular, is a phenomenal coach. With his help, I've not only lost weight but also managed to lower my A1c levels. Thanks to his guidance, I've suppressed my fitness goals and achieved more than I ever thought possible. If you are looking for a place that offers personal attention and real results, Diaz Fit is the place to go. Michelle Love

If you're looking for a five star personal trainer look no further, I strongly recommend that you…read moremeet Jaime@ DiazFit. After having bilateral total knee replacement I needed to improve my range of motion and lose weight. In Just three short months I have already lost 20 pounds and i'm getting stronger at every session. Jaime Keeps me motivated, support me While trying to eat healthy in my lifestyle change.

New location with over twice the room they had at the old location, but small enough for that…read morepersonal experience even in a class setting. For the last 6 wks, I have been going here three times a week for an hour with my personal trainer & nutritionist and I just love it here. I am glad I chose this place over the others. I am achieving all of my personal goals and then some. They do a wide variety of physical training here. Rehabilitation, fitness, weight lifting and much more. The new location was completely remodeled and I think it is much easier to get in and out of on Ina instead of where they used to be on Oracle.

I am a 72 year older women who went to check out Body Basics to see what they could do to help keep…read moreme hiking. I am so impressed with their knowledge, understanding and expertise, they truly want to help us "older people" to just keep moving, well. I love these people.

My boyfriend and I have been going to Block Fitness for the past few months, and we absolutely love…read moreit. The best way I can describe it is that it's the perfect mix of self-guided and coach-supported workouts. You use an app on your phone that walks you through your workout, so you can work at your own pace and really focus on building strength during the hour. At the same time, there are always coaches there to guide you, encourage you, help with form, and keep you motivated. This setup has been amazing for us. My boyfriend has lost a total of 47 pounds, and I've gotten noticeably stronger myself. Recently, I was even able to lift our 85-pound dog, which felt like a huge win for me. I'm also working on improving my posture, and the coaches have been so helpful in supporting that goal. What really makes this place special, though, is the atmosphere. It's such a friendly, welcoming gym -- honestly kind of like Cheers, where everyone knows your name. You're not just a number here. You get to see the same people over and over, there's a real sense of community, and little things like the birthday and anniversary board make it feel even more personal. I also love being able to track progress in the app. If you're someone who likes seeing your improvement over time, that feature is incredibly motivating. Coach Ethan is also phenomenal and helps schedule the workouts every month to keep your progress moving forward. He's super friendly and approachable. It's also really cool that even the owner comes to the Oro Valley location -- that says a lot about the kind of place this is. A huge shoutout to Coach Tyler, James, Lizzy, Ethan, and intern Ryan -- they have all been phenomenal in their own ways and have helped me keep pushing toward my strength and posture goals. Whatever your motivation is, whether it's weight loss, strength, confidence, posture, or just finding a gym where you feel comfortable, I highly recommend Block Fitness.

Updated review - I'm going on 7 years with Block. I came for the gym...I stayed for the coaches,…read morethe friends I've made, and the Block community. Let's be honest, there are lots of places you could go to get fit. But not many places where the coaching staff are invested in you and your progress, whether it be injury recovery (or prevention) or wanting to just being able to carry the 40 pound dog food bag without help, Block has a program to help you accomplish that. And the camaraderie with the other members gives you lots of good feels endorphins. A PR in deadlifts? The others in the gym stop and cheer your accomplishment. Getting on the assault bike for the first time after knee replacement? Another group cheer! And the fact that Block donates part of your dues each month towards preventing child abuse? BONUS. I can't imagine working out anywhere else.

Sarah exceeds the title of personal trainer. Since I started training with her she's been so much…read moremore: friend, cheerleader, and someone who holds you accountable; especially when the last thing you want to do is work out. Ive trained with sarah for about a year and was out of shape and lacking motivation. Since training with sarah ive accomplished so much both inside and out of the gym. From doing my first tough mudder (literally with sarah by my side) to competing in my first half marathon (with sarah sending supportive texts!) I can not recommend her enough!

I've trained with Sarah for about a year and a half, and I can't recommend her enough! It's the…read morebest thing I've ever done. I came to Sarah in a real rut, feeling down and out of touch with my body--I was stressed and not taking care of myself. I never knew how to lift weights and was intimidated by that section of the gym. Sarah was incredibly supportive and encouraging--she had such confidence that I could do more, get stronger, and do/lift things I'd never done--eventually I started to believe it, also. Over the year+change, I've had my lifting highs and my plateaus. I've especially appreciated Sarah's guidance through the times when I've fallen out of my routine. She really cares about the people she works with and will make sure you care for yourself, too. I'm now doing online training with Sarah, which is an incredible deal with really thoughtful (and challenging!) workouts. I've never felt more empowered than I do now, thanks to everything she's taught me and showed me I could do.

I have osteoporosis. Got an RX for strength training. Tax deductible. 15 months later I cured the…read moreosteo in my upper back. so strong. not worrying about tripping or falling. haven't hurt myself yet.

I checked out Block Fitness in the Catalina Foothills and immediately understood why people feel…read morecomfortable walking in the door here. This is a real community gym--clean, modern, well-organized, and welcoming without being intimidating. The space itself is impressive: open, bright, and thoughtfully laid out with quality equipment, plenty of room to move, and clearly structured stations. Everything feels intentional and well maintained, from the strength rigs to the cable machines. It's functional training done right--no chaos, no overcrowding, just efficient use of space that makes workouts flow smoothly. What really stood out to me was the people. The coaches are approachable, attentive, and clearly invested in making sure everyone feels supported, regardless of age or fitness level. You get the sense that this gym is designed for people, not just hardcore athletes--which I genuinely appreciate. The vibe is motivating without being pushy, and inclusive without watering down the workout. Bonus points for the details: clean locker rooms with showers (huge plus), water stations, and a front desk area that actually feels welcoming rather than transactional. Even the branding carries a strong "you belong here" message--and it doesn't feel forced. If you're looking for a well-run, community-focused strength and conditioning gym in the Foothills that balances structure, quality coaching, and a supportive environment, Block Fitness is absolutely worth checking out.

I joined the gym and attended 2 trial sessions and a paid contracted session…read more After experiencing some unexpected adverse effects due to past injuries and trauma, my doctor advised me that I needed a different type of fitness environment. The owner would have known about my preexisting conditions if there had been any onboarding. In my experience, getting a new client's baseline fitness level, diet, current goals, and injury history is the minimum expectation when paying a premium price for semi-private coaching. While absolutely no information about me or my history was obtained, she did make sure that I signed her contract--twice. A fact she immediately pointed out upon notification of ending my membership early. I honored my contract and paid the full contractual buyout of $1,000+ despite being only one class into my contract and having to leave at the instruction of my doctor. Although gym members were actively encouraged to speak and communicate directly with the owner before posting anything less than a five-star review about the gym, there was no similar invitation for a conversation with me about my gym experience, health, circumstances, or decision to leave. A communication that could have been mutually beneficial. The cancellation process was cold, impersonal, transactional, and at times even downright curt and accusatory. Ending the working relationship was stressful not supportive. Within moments of paying my $1,000+ balance and receiving confirmation that it had been paid, I requested that my saved checking account and credit card information be removed from the Members app because I was unable to remove them from my end. I never receive a response to that request, and my payment information was not removed. This gym advertises itself as a supportive all female community. I have been in supportive all-female environments my entire life: All girls boarding school, all women's college, employment at a different women's college, multiple female coaches training me for three triathlons, and volunteering in Guatemala and Africa for years supporting and promoting girls' education. I know and understand the supportive female environment. This gym experience was not at all in line with my decades of previous experiences. And the irony is that if she had been kind, understanding or supportive in any way with me, she would have gotten that five star review she covets and actively lobbies her clients for. Instead, she made it all about money. Now not only does she now have a negative review, but if she loses even one prospective client because of my post, she financially will have lost twice as much as she gained with my 50% buyout. She took what could have been a win-win learning situation for everyone and made it a loss for both parties. Short-sighted and a little sneak peek into her true character. An observation worth noting (I may as well get my money's worth at this point! ) of the 3 classes I attended, none were operating at capacity. Out of 6 slots, one class had only 1 other client, who was leaving. One had 2 people, including the person leaving, and the last had 3 clients, including the one leaving and someone doing a make-up session from an early class. I also know other classes and one-on-one slots are operating at less than capacity as well. There could be a myriad of reasons for that, but it is an interesting discrepancy. It's hard to reconcile a gym that has been in business for five years that provides a genuinely supportive women's environment, great results, perfect five star reviews, operating in a wealthy area, but is operating far below capacity. It makes me question retention, or those who try it out and don't join. Or maybe there are more people out there who had a similar experiences as me.

I walked into PowHERHouse fitness completely hesitant. I had no idea what to expect. I wasn't sure…read moreif my body was capable of the workouts that would be offered, if I would fit in with the women that were in attendance, or if I even had the motivation to stick with it. Two years ago I signed a three month contract. I wanted to just "test the waters". In the last two years my body has proven to be capable and powerful. The women I have walked shoulder to shoulder with, have been the greatest support through physical achievements and mental battles. The motivation is something that came naturally. I look forward to beating personal records, to being a cheerleader for the women who are breaking through barriers, and to having a minute away from the chaos of life. One thing I can say about this program: you get out of it, what you put into it. Kelly, the gym owner, has proven to be a professional in her field, and with time a personal cheerleader. She takes time to understand each clients limits, and always has a way of helping us overcome them. I'm on my third contract now. Hopefully when I have to sign again next year, she has a lifetime option. If you are ready to make a commitment, push yourself to do the hard things, and get out of your comfort zone to connect with a diverse group of strong women.. this is the place for you.

I have been going to A list for about 5 months and my son has been going for7 months. Gabe is a…read morewonderful trainer. He has helped me correct my form and has also helped me strengthen my weakness. He is very patient, explains everything and he listens to what my goals are has helped me achieve them. I feel stronger and more confident with his help and knowledge. He has been training my son to get ready for football season and my son looks forward to their workouts. He has also been very flexible with out schedules. The gym itself is very clean and the rest of the staff are all very friendly.