It's like if a dive bar was a gym, and since I don't drink, that works out for me!…read more seriously though, it has everything you need and none of what you don't. I was deadlifting today while a guy was doing HIIT on the treadmill - that's about all you need. Lifting & cardio. In at about 6 am, there were maybe 5 other folks in there - no crowding, no peacocking. Just quiet and chill. No fancy. Take your shower at home. Bring gloves and a towel.

Loprinzi's has everything you need for a good workout, including a pool and an upstairs where there…read moreare a few classes in the big open space.

I've had training sessions with trainer Logan Steelman at Vive Fitness…read more I have a tight schedule as student with a chronic illness that drains my energy quickly -- because of that, I've always been intimidated by the gym environment. However, training with Logan really made me comfortable with the gym. After my injury, he gave me a customized, simple, slow routine with consideration of my low energy levels. We started off with simple balancing exercises to strengthen with my physical therapy exercises. He is also knowledgeable in nutrition as well that is not just limited to fitness and has helped me create meal plans.

Logan Steelman is amazing!! Since I've started training with him he's been nothing but professional…read moreand attentive.

Love coming here old school boxing gym. This gym is for everyone especially aspiring boxersread more

Hidden gem gym in Portland!…read more Group fitness classes with individual training available. The classes are well designed and the instructors are attentive and encouraging! I could imagine someone feeling intimidated or a little lost if they've only worked with machines. Talk to the desk staff, they are very eager to help!

My highest recommendation for this gym, and this is not my first rodeo. I've belonged to the…read morecorporate gyms at Nike and Adidas as well as smaller boutique ones and big national chains, so I know a good thing when I see it. If you're shopping around for one to try, especially now as part of a New Year's resolution plan, put this place at the top of your list. Here are my favorite things about this place: 1. Nice welcoming vibe. You will be greeted by name every time. There's a friendly spirit about the place. They decorate for holidays. They make it easy with their "Try us out for $30" trial (any three group classes but a 1:1 trainer session). Each quarter they ask people what other classes they might like to see added. 2. Fantastic variety of workout options, from 6am to 6pm. So many different small group workout class options every week plus optional drop-in open gym for those who want to do their solo thing (the gym posts videos on their Instagram of that week's open gym suggested workout) plus lot of choices for 1:1 personal trainers. 3. Very clean and super organized. You know how many gyms smell like a men's locker room, or with stuff scattered about? This is the opposite of that. Everyone uses the provided spray bottles to clean things off and they've got a whole wall of hand washing stations. They've even got plants and custom wall murals. 4. Excellent instructors. Some classes have just a few people, others can be closer to 15. Either way, the trainers are very engaged throughout, not just chirping, "Keep it up! Looking strong!" type stuff but actually helping each person with correct form, or bringing over a different weight, or spotting when needed. None of them play favorites nor are ever checking their email on their phone. 5. Reasonable rates. Depending how you structure yours, I think it's about $20 per group class and/or $90 per 50-min 1:1 personal trainer. Not once have I felt pressured via any upselling. Instead, various people at the front desk have said, "Actually, if you do it this way, you can save even more on that..." 6. Good energy. The trainers do a nice job with their playlists on the iPad and clearly enjoy their job. I especially like that they keep the banter light and no one is ever talking about, say, political topics. Also nice that it's co-ed. For those wondering, gender-wise the instructors/trainers skew female (I think 14 are women and 4 are men), as do the small group classes (if a dozen people sign up, three or four are usually men). 7. Portland crowd. This isn't LA where you look around the room and feel either ugly or under-dressed or probably both. Nor is it the NYC Equinox tribe where people are looking to pick up a date or scoff if you don't know what Amagansett is. It's very much "come as you are" because it's about people each having their own reason for being here. You don't need to go buy a new outfit or cut some weight before coming here. Lots of body shapes, lots of ages. 8. Community spirit. If you're looking to just drop in, get your pump in and get out, easily done. But if you're looking for something more, they do a nice job with additional occasional offerings like a summer camping trip, Thanksgiving potluck, yoga w/ live acoustic tunes, bringing in a guy from Notre Dame crew team to show proper form on rowing machines, etc. 9. Great customer service. If you've got a question, they answer it immediately, however you prefer: onsite, text, email, phone. No one here ever tells you, "I don't know" or "I'll have to check with my manager" like they do elsewhere. 10. Supportive financially. If you need to take an extended break of a few weeks or few months for any personal reason, they're happy to put things on pause. If you lost your job and life is feeling heavy, they work with you to find a solution so that you don't have to cut gym time from your routine. You get the idea. I'll stop now. Every neighborhood could use a place like this, where there are no cliques and people can be as introverted or as social as they want and it's all good.

What a fantastic gym -- I was traveling to PDX for a few days and needed somewhere to do drop-in…read moreclasses. I emailed the studio owner, Kim, who invited me to join the Friday community training, and it was a wonderful experience. Kim was so knowledgeable and generous to give me so many helpful pointers during my short visit. It's evident that they have personalized relationships with all their clients. I will definitely be returning next time I'm in PDX and I wish I had a community gym like this in the Bay Area where I live.

I only signed up for the running clinic because Kim was the trainer. I fall into to "strongly…read moredislike running" category of folks in her classes. For someone who dreads running, I really looked forward to her classes each week (that is a win in itself!). She is super knowledgeable and keeps you engaged throughout the training time. She did a great job teaching a class of people who were at all different levels of running. I also loved her classes while she was training at Studio X. Would 100% recommend anyone looking to up their fitness game, no matter where you are starting from!

After moving to Portland from the east coast, my husband and I were looking for a gym with the…read moresimilar energy, high quality instruction, passion from the instructors, and safety that we received at our previous cross-fit gym. After much finding in the Portland metro area, we were SO HAPPY to stumble upon Intrepid. We go 2-3x a week for our schedules. The owners Ruth and Sean put in a tremendous amount of effort ensuring that every experience you have seems like you're a new client, when you show up each and every time, whether or not you've been going there for years or days. I appreciate the fact that they don't assume you just know everything and they really provide COACHING rather than passive guidance. They know each and every persons strength and weaknesses, and make everyone feel comfortable. I am also always astonished by the variety in the workouts, and all the coaches really provide great instruction, whether it's Ruth and Sean, the owners, or the other two coaches, everyone's amazing. You should come to Intrepid if you're looking for community as well. Everyone let's you be who you are but there's always opportunities to have pot lucks, celebrate people, and have fun during class or after class. Just come as you are, and at at whatever fitness level, you will be really glad you stepped into Intrepid. You'll never leave.

I think I understand the CrossFit business pretty well - as a previous owner (with my wife) of a…read moreCrossFit Gym and as a current member of a CF gym. To me, there are "focus areas" for any gym business. Possible Priorities: 1. Member Safety 2. Quality Coaching 3. Business Process management 3a. Member confidentiality 3b. Staff management 4. Investment in new coaching skills and equipment 5. Quality Review and Continuous Improvement My "positive" experience at Intrepid relates to my multiple drop-in visits while in town on business. On each of my visits, I was received professionally and politely each time. My biggest concern, and gripe relates to an early November 2018 incident, where one of their staff sent out a "survey" to current and past members. Intrepid PDX openly published my email address to almost 700 people - instead of hiding it in a BCC to protect my privacy. I have followed up multiple times to the originator of the survey without response - or an apology. I've also requested my name be removed from Intrepid's database, and my request was also ignored. When I'm visiting Portland on business, I have several choices for CrossFit - and I was hoping Intrepid would be my gym-away-from-home. But I won't be back. While mistakes happen, I've reached out three times to the staff member and ownership to share my concerns and didn't receive a response. "Just remove my name and personal data from your database - if you cannot manage my personal information with discretion." That's all I can ask at this point - because your staff member already broadcast my email address to 700+ people. Oh, and she also broadcast the email addresses of every current and past customer I might add (Yikes!). Generally, from my experience, the customer list of any business is a sacred asset to be protected. I wonder, if I were to post the survey originator's email address here ... perhaps then she'll grasp the importance of privacy. Or at least be courteous enough to admit the mistake and remove my contact information from Intrepid's database.

I sit at a desk all day, every day, inside. Yes I love my job, but I also love getting outside and…read moreworking out with you beautiful people. Booty Camp is the perfect mix of great tunes, an encouraging (but not drill sergeant-y) instructor and a workout that I would never in a million years come up with on my own. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to lose weight, tone up and have a great time while doing it!

This 'camp' is so hard and fun all at the same time. Emily does a great job switching up the…read moreworkouts, keeping it interesting, and a good mix of strength and stamina. Plus, you get to work out outside and use your body weight. TOUGH but FUN classes at Irving Park!

I have been training at this gym since they opened. Nothing but very professional and skilled…read morecoaches who teach a very solid curriculum. Great training partners. It is a great place whether you're experienced or just getting started, looking to compete or just want to train. Definitely recommend.

I called this gym looking for information about its services, I had explained I recently was…read moreassualted while returning home from work. I was immediately hung up on, with no further questions. This gym is a McDojo, and I wouldn't reccomend it for anyone that's seriously looking to improve or protect themselves. If you are a person looking for a place to exercise, maybe? I would not reccomend it as a place to learn how to defend yourself. (I rarely write reviews, so I've gone out of my way to write one on both here and Google.) Good Luck everyone and stay safe!