the price is right! I highly suggest for anyone visiting town for a week, $50 gets you unlimited…read moreclasses, access to gym, towels, sauna for a whole week! very much worth it for a quick fix!

Great gym, had all the equipment that you would need for weight lifting. I got a one day pass and…read moretour and enjoyed my workout. It's not crowded, the locker room is nice, and plenty of equipment to fit your needs.

I've been a member of this gym since the day it opened, & I continue to be very pleased with it…read more One of the biggest pluses is that it's HUGE. The building is a repurposed elementary school. So it has charm as well as enough space that I never feel cramped. I also appreciate that staff members go out of their way to make sure I have a positive experience. They are courteous as well as professional & personable--always ready to talk baseball with me when I want! Finally, I want to mention that the owners/managers are constantly updating both the facility & the equipment.

First, the good. I've been a member for about a month now, and there is a lot to like about the…read morefacilities. Everything is what you would expect for the price point of the gym, and free parking was an important part of my decision since I drive in from east of the river (we only have planet fitness over there, sadly). The complementary training session is good, I know it's meant to sell personal fitness sessions, but if that is something you are into, it might be worth it. Now the gross/ugly: There is a stated policy that "regular swimwear is required" to use the spa in the locker room. Some women have decided not to follow this policy and get in naked, without showering off first, no less. When I said something to the staff, she rudely told me that it was DC law that they couldn't enforce that, told me I could follow her upstairs to talk to a manager while I was standing on only a towel after showering off from the hot tub. And of course, she lied. The law says the opposite, I looked it up -- D.C. Code § 7-431 expressly defines a "spa pool" as a structure intended for bathing or recreational use whose water is not ordinarily drained and replaced after each use and may instead be recirculated. The same statute defines people using a swimming or spa pool as "bathers." More importantly, the District's Aquatic Facilities Regulations, 25-C DCMR § 202.1, specifically provide that rules for admission to spa pools and saunas "shall be enforced." The regulations also require bathers to shower before entering a spa pool or sauna. The regulations further address contamination directly. Under 25-C DCMR § 201.4, aquatic-facility personnel are required to restrict the introduction of "dirt, excreta, and other extraneous matter" into the water and to exclude people showing apparent signs of infection such as open cuts, wounds, rashes, or blisters. The same section specifically requires protective clothing for incontinent bathers. When I brought this to the attention of the membership manager (on duty) she just gave me the GM's card and corporate's email. I have contacted them and cited all DC laws which require them to enforce their stated policies. I know it's uncomfortable to ask people to follow rules, especially when they are naked, but by not enforcing their own rules (or enforcing them selectively, like insisting that nobody have a cell phone in the spa), they risk a decline in the quality and cleanliness of the gym, which is why people pay extra -- for a classy environment that is comfortable for everyone. So I give a huge thumbs up to the classes and the facilities, but unfortunately several of the attendants (all female, sadly, and I'm a girls girl) are at best unfriendly and often rude, and they selectively enforce their own health and safety policies to the detriment of the members.

I'd bought a personal training package and when I had to leave town they wouldn't refund me. Even…read morethough I'd been paying for sessions for a while, and explained I had to move for my special needs son. $1200 down the drain bc they don't care about their customers. On a side notes Cordell is a great personal trainer. Highly recommend

For a gym charging a premium of $145 a month, my experience was a huge letdown. Day pass is $45…read more Steam room is out of service. I spent about five hours at the Yards location this week to thoroughly evaluate it before committing as I've been getting spammed in the mail, and I'm glad I did. The staff's attitude was consistently condescending, from the Senior Membership Advisor (Saad Siddiqui) upselling me, person trainers roaming around the facility, to the people at front desk. My main issue how the staff addressed my comment about the soft flooring in the free-weight area, which is completely unsuitable for barbell squats. When I brought this up, the staff condescendingly told me to just use the Smith machine or use the Olympic platform, completely dismissing a valid safety concern. There was a Titan Fitness safety squat bar (SSB) that I had no idea how much it weighed. I asked two person trainers (you'll see PT and their clients everywhere in the gym) how much the bar weighed. The PTs said they had no idea and left it at that. The front desk staff was equally apathetic. I've had better customer service at Planet Fitness for a tiny fraction of the cost. This place is motivated about locking you into their membership plan and signing you up to the many classes and services they offer. This place is not it and I highly recommend looking elsewhere in the DC area.

I was seriously considering joining F45 Capitol Hill -- I've heard amazing things about the…read moreworkouts and the sense of community. But I just learned about a new policy starting April 1st that's really disappointing: if you're not through the door before the instructor starts giving class instructions, the doors are locked and you're charged for the class. As a new mom, I've invested over $30,000 in childcare just to carve out time to take care of myself again -- and this kind of policy feels completely out of touch with real life. Things happen. Kids get fussy. Traffic gets backed up. And arriving a minute or two late shouldn't mean you're locked out and penalized, especially when classes are expensive. I've never heard of anyone showing up more than 5 minutes late, and from what I understand, those who do are respectful and try not to disrupt the flow. At this price point, members deserve grace and understanding, not punishment for doing their best. This policy feels unnecessarily rigid and honestly makes me think twice about joining. I hope F45 rethinks this approach -- it sends the wrong message to the very people trying to prioritize their health and well-being.

I love this gym! The people, the trainers, the workouts. Everything is amazing. It's a perfect…read morebalance of strength and cardio and when your good friends are there, you wanna show up early and stay late!

COVID UPDATE BELOW- For the real reformer lover - or even a novice who's curious to try this style…read moreof working out... this place is incredible. I teach fitness classes for a gym & am certified by the national association of science medicine, so feel like I have some perspective.... the anatomical cueing and guidance around the musculature that is working throughout the series, by all the instructors, has been excellent. I've been coming here since they opened this location and have experienced 7-8 instructors, each for a few times... and have been thoroughly pleased ... the owners are lovely and have a lot of pride in how they manage both locations ... COVID UPDATE- Masks are required during workouts (they provide paper ones if you need a more breathable option) and the number of beds have been condensed with ample space to & around ones self. Multiple high end air filtration systems have been placed throughout the studios & fans are consistently on ensuring the air is moving. Truthfully it's felt like an incredibly safe and thoughtful place to work our during this time!! It's been my sanity touch point during the week... hope you'll check it out !!

These instructors know what they are doing, they are helpful, and they give you a chance to work at…read moreyour own level. I've never had an instructor I haven't appreciated. It's a great workout! And the Capitol Hill location is so convenient.

First of all...I'm new to the Orange Theory craze. This is the 2nd location I've visited and I must…read moresay the customer service for a potentially new member paled in comparison to the other location I visited (and it's more expensive). Overall, the facility is on brand with the other Orange Theory (I can't imagine that they would differ too much) so it's no surprise that the facility is clean, plenty of lockers and multiple water sources. Key reasons for the 4 stars: - they offer towels (which I understand is not the norm) - overall facility is nice, clean and well organized - of course you get an awesome workout that can be suitable for al fitness levels! (Hamstrings are yelling at me as write this) - metro accessible. Short walk from eastern market metro station - multiple options for classes that accommodate any schedule. From Early morning to late evening, you can find a class if you really want to. - the coach person I had was pretty cool. Gave clear directions, didn't do too much on the microphone and got us through it the workout. Why not 5? Glad you asked: - as a first timer to this studio, I would've expected the girl at the front desk to show me where everything was instead of me having to ask for restrooms, lockers, etc. maybe the bar was set higher due to my experience at another OTF location, but something they should all adopt. - there's no designated free parking (that I could find). - definitely more expensive than the other OTFs in the area (I'm assuming due to the location...but something to keep in mind)

If you like highly effective, fast-paced workouts, Orange Theory is your gym. It's one of the…read morefastest growing gym franchises in the world based on the theory that you should hit a certain level in a workout so you continue to burn calories for hours after the workout. To that affect, when you sign up, you can rent or buy a monitor that tracks your heart beat and splat points (the time you spend in the high intensity zones). It helps you know when to take it easier or push harder in a workout (they say 12-25 splat points is ideal in a one hour workout). Their classes are one hour long and they have a endurance day, strength day, and power day and a day that combines all three. The trainer walks you through the workout, but you'l likely spend your time rotating between the treadmill, rower, and floor in a few minute increments. At the end, you can stay a few minutes longer to stretch. It's a GREAT workout! My only complaint about Orange Theory is that it's expensive (probably the most expensive gyms in DC including compared to Crossfit). Other than that, it's a GREAT workout!

I would have to say I'm glad I was able to visit this location while my home planet fitness is…read morebeing remodeled. This location is a very nice addition to my gym choices near me as it hate to say way cleaner than my home gym. Now hopefully with the remodel of my gym the standard would be better...but I digress. Now back to this location..I love how big the black card area is and the different types of massage chairs and beds that's available. When I walked inside for the first time I was pleasantly surprised how large, spacious, and bright this location ended up being. I was greeted by the front desk person and walked around so I could get acquainted with the workout areas. I stopped in the bathroom and it was large and clean! I really like that..also the water fountains had the filtered water bottle refill that actually worked! I like the setup where they have machines and other equipment in different areas and the cardio machines look new and many to choose from. I will definitely come back to this location even when my home location opens back up. It's nice to have options especially if they are as nice as this one!

Typically not a fan of planet fitness, but I really enjoy this location. It's always clean, the…read morevibes are right, and Jovan is always providing great energy and assistance when needed

This gym is in a great location with waterfront metro a few blocks away. They have a great, warm…read moreindoor pool and lounge chairs with their outdoor pool. They also have two locker rooms near the indoor pool (which is not insulated) and I'm the main gym area. Towel service is included with your membership! I actually like that it is a regular, basic gym and not high tech and fancy. Two minor issues is the showers by the indoor pool take a bit to warm up, if at all...and some do not have shower curtains. The second issue, again with the same locker room is it's hard to find a working one. Initial fee pp is $75 and we got the family membership for $120/month. For the holidays they are offering 50% off your initial fee if you bring in 5 canned items!

I've been a member here for 3 years. This gym is designed for someone who needs a convenient and…read morecost-effective place to work out. Though the equipment is not brand-new (don't expect a personal tv on your treadmill) and the space is limited (only 4 treadmills, 2 ellpiticals, and 2 bikes) Waterside Fitness is a neighborhood gym where the staff will recognize you and you'll get to know others who attend as well. The gym has a few classes including aerobics, yoga, and strength and there's no extra fee to attend if you're a member. All in all, it's just what I need on a daily basis. But if you're looking for a cutting edge place like WSC where there are rows and rows of equipment and a full schedule of back-to-back classes, you'll be disappointed. The membership fees are around $50/month and they'll give you a guest pass for a day to check it out before you join.

SCAM! I hadn't gotten my racquets restrung in DC yet and didn't know where to go, so I called this…read moreplace. The guy offered to pick up and drop off my racquets, which seemed convenient. I specifically asked for a white grip, and he didn't mention any issues--just said he could provide the service of restringing and gripping. Initially, he said he would return my racquets the following morning, but that kept getting pushed back. It ultimately took five days. While the delay itself wasn't a huge issue, he repeatedly promised next-day delivery and kept changing it. When I finally got my racquets back, the original grip hadn't even been removed--he just wrapped a new one over it which wasn't the grip style or color I asked for. The finishing tape wasn't even properly placed at the top of the handle. When I went to play, the strings were actually worse than when I gave them to him. I ended up wasting $90, and to make matters worse, he lost my dampener. When I called him about it, he took an hour to respond and then admitted he had lost it, handing me a random one from his car. Absolutely horrible quality and service on every front.

Bryn runs excellent private and group tennis lessons. I've been playing with him for about a year…read moreand have enjoyed his teaching style and sense of humor. He's developed a strong community of players that I've enjoyed getting to know. He's also incredibly responsive and flexible with scheduling times to play.