I'm in my 50s and as an adult, fitness was not a part of my routine. I was out of shape and didn't…read morefeel comfortable working out with others. A friend of mine invited me to workout with her and our trainer, Wesley Newsom, changed my whole perspective. I went from rarely working out to being a regular, and from feeling uncomfortable and awkward to feeling like I'm at my home away from home. EQ is welcoming- from the trainers to the members--and makes you feel like you belong, no matter your age or experience level. Although working out next to me may be college athletes in peak condition, nobody makes you feel like you have to keep up with anyone else and modifications are always an option. The workouts are challenging but we also have fun. The trainers are all very different but bring great energy and make the hard work enjoyable. I also appreciate that recovery is intentional at EQ, which is helpful as I get older, but is good for everyone! With an in house physical therapist and weekly yoga and mat Pilates classes, my body has a chance to recover from all of my hard work the rest of the week. My favorite thing about EQ is the community. We even have monthly outings, family classes, a book club, running club and a kickball team. I never expected to make friends at a gym, but here we are, and some of my best friends came from EQ! If you're older or just getting back into fitness, this gym is a great place to start--and stick with. You won't be overwhelmed, and you'll feel supported every step of the way.

Love this gym and the community there! I have been training with Wesley Newsom for 7 years and he…read moreis the best! He meets you where you are physically, adapts to each individual's strengths and weaknesses, and gives a great workout! The music and his energy help class fly by, even on the toughest days. The workouts change every day with a variety of strength and cardio days. My husband and I are so much healthier and happier because of EQ. EQ has an in house Physical Therapist that is wonderful, too. Kate has helped my husband, kids, and myself heal from various injuries and get right back to training. I appreciate that recovery is a priority at EQ. The best part of EQ is the community. Wes and Kate create a great environment with people of all ages and abilities and get us to sweat together and have fun, adding regular outings and activities to enjoy outside of working out. It's truly the best gym in town!

Webhead fitness always deliver!! I was in a dire need of a fitness trainer and they came through!…read moreI'm very grateful I came in contact with them as they have helped me locate the right trainer to get me in shape

I am a 54 year old female with several health problems. I was looking for a place that I would not…read morebe judged, would fit in and feel like I could reach the goals I knew I needed to accomplish to be healthier. I have found that at StrongHer! The all female staff and women I work out with are so supportive. If you need a place to feel a part of in a comfortable setting, this IS the place for you! I am excited to have found this group of women to continue my health journey.

I met with Ashley to discuss what I wanted to do with my body. We talked in depth about what my…read moregoals are & how she could help me achieve them. I needed to learn how to work out. Think about that. If you're interested in working on the shape/condition of your body for whatever reason do you know HOW to? Ashley teaches you how to get the results you want & she gives you the information you need to continue to succeed. From the moment you walk in the door she's your biggest cheerleader. She genuinely wants you to succeed & gives you her all every time. Women empowering women-just like it should be.

Anne Marie has helped me with my post-mastectomy issues: range of motion, scar tissue, muscle…read morecramping, and nerve pain. Her work is excellent and she has a long career in bodywork that enhances her training in Rolfing. I consider this a treatment just as much as I do my chiropractic and medical care. For issues that I thought I would have to just "live with," I now have hope of complete resolution because of the progress that has been made so far. She is an intuitive healer with compassion of all life; she does not judge my flawed body and makes me feel comfortable during the structural integration sessions. That means a lot to me.

These physical therapists are the BEST!! My husband has Atypical Parkinson's and was not allowed to…read morestand or walk any longer because he fell. In spite of this they helped him increase his strength to stand and transfer. They are not in it for the money, they are in it to help each individual increase their strength and stamina.

I've had the opportunity to work with multiple PTs over the past 5 years because of knee…read morereplacements. Will is by far the BEST ! It's one on one with no distractions. Detailed notes are regularly communicated to my orthopedic surgeon.

This location is a bit smaller than other locations, but it'll do in a pinch when you need a quick…read moreworkout. It is attached to a doctor's office, so fortunately if you go a little too hard, then you'll be in a good place. The facility is well maintained and clean. The staff is very nice and inviting, and the patrons are usually in a somewhat good mood. The only real negative, for me at least, is that there aren't overhead fans, so there's low air circulation during a hot run. Overall I enjoy dropping in to burn off some calories.

Nice Staff! A great gym, that meets my goals. Parking is nicer, than busier locations!read more

I have used this location with great success. Recently have tried to schedule appointments by…read morecalling and leaving a voicemail and none of those were returned. Maybe it's short staff that's the reason why?

Bree was my trainer at the rosewood location. I am a 21…read moreyear veteran of the Marine Corps. I have aches and pains from head to toe and in one session. Bree managed to relieve so much stress and pain.I was carrying. She is witty funny and knows her craft. I recommend this treatment for anyone who has stress and tightness. If you're in the columbia area I highly recommend Bree. Who has stress

This is the best Jiu Jitsu school in the state of SC. I've trained at several schools over the…read morelast 20 years. Rigan Machado, Gerson Sanginitto, Henry Akins (Rickson Gracie's third black belt), Cindy Omatsu (the first woman outside of Brazil to earn her Black Belt in BJJ). The attraction for me is that this school is run and owned by a couple, two Black Belts, Danilo and Jessica Cherman. There aren't many women Black Belts in our area and to have the opportunity to train and learn from one was an opportunity I couldn't overlook. She is a legit accomplished, talented, loving, compassionate, fierce fighter. He is a brilliant knowledgeable grappler as well, recently winning double gold (his event and the open event) at the IBJJF Charleston Fall competition just a couple of weeks ago. The school has a mix of white belts from the Irmo area, and color belts from their school in Connecticut. They had a successful program in CT and a strong women's team. They've been open since January and in 10 months, less than a year, they won 1st place at the IBJJF Fall event in Charleston. This is an academy that anyone in the greater Columbia area should attend. If you're looking for a BJJ school, this one has it all - a great youth program, great adult classes, even a striking class. Classes are Monday through Saturday. I'm so grateful to have found this place, I could go on and on. A real gem of a BJJ school. Danilo and Jessica are great school owners and BJJ practitioners and instructors.

Amazing coaches! By far, the best Jiu Jitsu gym in the Columbia / Irmo / Lexington area. I've been…read morelearning Jiu Jitsu since 2012, moved around quite a bit due to my tenure in the Army, and have never had a Professor teach the way Professor Danilo teaches. He breaks the techniques down in ways that make it easier to grasp and understand. Jitsu Academy is truly a family environment also, my kids train also and have both made tremendous improvements with their techniques and game.