Can't believe it's taken me a year to post this review, especially cause it's Yelp that brought me…read morehere in the first place! Small group weight training is top notch, with tailored workouts for to meet your physical (and arguably mental) health needs. Trainers are unbelievably competent and supportive! I have significant health concerns, and I truly believe that this gym is part of the reason I stay well. Also, they have really cultivated community, so I have become friendly with so many of the people who train alongside with me. This gym is a gift to yourself. I hope you check it out soon!

I've been a member of UA since Feb 2016. At the time, I was on the cusp on turning 50 (OK, so you…read moreall know my age now!) and I knew it was (past) time to get serious about my health/fitness. I had done exercise programs on and off (mostly off) over the years. I knew how important exercise was but I hated it. It was either boring, or it wasn't convenient, or it was hard to stay motivated. Today, I have never felt stronger or more confident. In fact, to my huge surprise, when my job was causing serious stress, all I could think was, "I NEED a workout today." I have never said that in my life! The coaches at UA are top-notch professionals. They take their work seriously, celebrate with you, and are encouraging. I look forward to seeing the coaches -- they are energetic, friendly, supportive, and have taught me a tremendous amount. This contributes greatly to me staying motivated to keep coming back and improving. Getting a new program each month also helps stave off the typical boredom of a "regular" gym. Something else that was unexpected but great nonetheless -- there is a wide variety among UA's members (age, gender, physical shape, natural ability, etc.). I am inspired by and feel comfortable around my fellow UA-ers b/c they each face their own challenges. I highly recommend you give UA a shot. (The also have a location in Sterling, VA.)

Can't rave enough about CK. Both Geoff and Tim are outstanding trainers and go far above and…read morebeyond. They will make sure you attain the results you seek and are both super low key and personable - great to work with! The studio space itself is large and immaculate as is the equipment. Some may consider them pricey (I'd say more mid-range), especially considering their expertise and level of follow-up. I had to leave early last year due to work issues but plan to re-enlist asap. In the meantime, I wish them every continued success as they continue to grow!!! Very well deserved!!

Enough good things cannot be said about Custom Kinetics. As the name suggests, it is a customized…read moreway to lose weight. Geoff & Tim are so great. They help you set a goal and work with you to achieve it. The awesome part is, it is just you in the entire gym, so it really is catered to only you & you don't have to feel self conscious. They will make you do various activities based on what you feel comfortable and slowly correct exercises that you have been doing (but have not been effective because you are doing it incorrectly). As a recently engaged bride, I can tell you that I definitely do have a date in mind, by which I would like to achieve my goals. It really helps to know that I have that I have customized attention to help reach it.

I fall short of words for how amazing Vida Fitt is! Miss. Cherpes is always incredibly supportive,…read morecaring, positive, and truly tries to understand her clients to get the best results. Her work is AMAZING. She does make every attempt to make things as easy as possible for her clients to train and is equivalently assertive to help you achieve the desired results as soon as possible. She went out of her way to work with me and to meet me at a gym mid-way and right near my school! She's phenomenally personable and strives to do her BEST work every time you work with her. Even outside of the training, she checks in and sees how you/your body handles the after-effects of the training and will alter the workout/training as needed for her clients! She's the PERFECT mix of a fantastic trainer, an encouraging friend, a cheerleader, and even becomes you're #1 supporter! She has altered my life, and I have worked with her for YEARS at this point and will probably continue for as long as it takes to achieve the goals we have set together! Great person to work with if you really wish to have a *human* help you train to become your best.

I've been working with Brian as my trainer for about 2 years now and he's really helped me get into…read morea rhythm where working out (which isn't something that I enjoy) is not a chore. What's good about him is he listens. If you want a hard workout, that's what you'll get. If you want something moderate or low level, he'll work with you on that, too. No preaching, just motivation. If you're considering personal trainers I suggest giving Brian a call or sending an e-mail.

I've been training with Brian for a little over 3 months now and I really cannot recommend him…read moreenough. I met him at my gym and we started training that week. Not only is he kind and extremely flexible, he will go above and beyond to help make your workout fit a busy schedule. The best thing about him is he is super kind and very honest with what to expect. I explained exactly what my goals are, and he was honest with where we would start and what my progress will look like depending on the time I dedicate throughout my week. He won't yell at you or have you attempting exercises that are discouraging or unrealistic - he will meet you where you are and help you grow. I have at times found myself discouraged if I feel I need to move down with a weight, reps, or feel like I am not seeing results "fast enough", but Brian always takes the time to explain why we do a specific exercise, what it works, and what we need to spend more time on if I find something difficult. Overall, Brian is someone I recommend without hesitation. I plan on continuing with him for a long time because I have had nothing short of a positive and growing experience with him and my relationship with the gym. (and his rates are absolutely doable!)

Kaylee is an excellent instructor, very organized and thorough. She customizes each session,…read moremaking a plan for that session ahead of time. She keeps an eagle eye on my form and explains which muscles are involved in each movement and the benefits the move provides. Very instructive. Most importantly, she is very patient and kind.

This is my best experience ever. Bonnie paid attention to my problem areas. Dove deep in to my…read moreforms to make sure that I use the correct muscles with proper posture. Love it. My body is now flexible and getting slimmer. Now I feel that I know what is Pilates.

I've been training with Brian (Bowtai Fitness) starting during the pandemic. He's helped me with my…read morespeed, agility, power and endurance when it comes to my fighting. He constantly challenges me with new programs and keeps me working harder every week. He's professional and beyond knowledgeable about everything from physical health, nutrition and recovery. I highly recommend Bowtai Fitness to help you get to where you need to be, whether it's competing in shows or even physical sports. I'm looking forward till I am prepping for a fight and amp up my training with Brian! Please don't kill me!

I've done a lot of research on personal trainers in Northern Virginia and Brian is top notch! I…read morestumbled upon Brian's business (Bowtai Fitness) on Reddit and reached out via email to ask some questions about his process. He got back to me quickly and answered my bajillion questions very thoroughly. He also suggested setting up a time to meet so I could tell him a bit more about my fitness goals and check out the gym. Through our chat, it became clear that Brian takes a scientific approach to PT, is very safety conscious/is a stickler for form, and is very results-oriented. We also clicked on a personal-level, which is always nice to have with a trainer! I've been training with him for a few months and am very happy. I'll go into a bit more detail below. Approach: Brian created a custom program for me based on my fitness goals. It's all tracked and shared with me via Google docs. Every few weeks he switches up the program. I told Brian I also want to train a few days a week at home and he was extremely accommodating. He asked me to take a picture of my gym and equipment and he created workouts that worked for me and my situation. This is above and beyond in my opinion! I also appreciate that he takes a holistic approach by incorporating nutrition into the program. He gives me my macros and updates them every so often depending on my progress.   Facilities: I really like Brian's gym! It's called District Barbell and it's located very close to the Mosaic District. It's very private. Usually there are only a couple of other people in there during my sessions. He has all the equipment I could ever want - and more. It's very clean and parking is easy. Flexibility and Availability: Brian is really flexible. It's truly a personal training program and he is happy to adjust the schedule, training, nutrition, etc. to you and your unique needs. He's also really accessible. He's very open to communicating via text if you have questions about nutrition or training! Obviously things are different now in the times of COVID19. However, Brian's flexibility is even more apparent during these times. He definitely has options to help you on your fitness journey remotely! He offers virtual PT sessions as well as killer group training sessions via Zoom a few times a week. He is also still helping me write custom programs for my home gym and checking in every now and then to see how I'm doing. I highly recommend training with Brian!

Tina is the best! She adjusts every workout to my needs (and injuries!), pushes me to go further…read moreand try harder, and I've noticed a difference in my strength and how I look. She knows that I am a runner and designs workouts to improve my running form and complement those workouts. She helps me adjust my form during the workout to make sure it's safe and I'm getting the most of it. She also checks in with me mid-week to see how I'm feeling and see if we need to adjust any of the moves. She brings her own equipment right to my house, so I get the benefit of a variety of equipment and weights without having to purchase it all myself. She comes with years of experience, and I even just love chatting with her during the workout. Highly recommend her!

Tina works twice a week with my daughter. I couldn't hope for a better trainer for her. Tina…read moreprovides a rigorous level of training and strong, supportive mindset that appropriately focus on proper technique and injury prevention. My daughter has achieved significant improvements in her strength and athletic performance and looks forward to every session.

I've crossfitted and I've Olympic weighlifted, then fell off due to health issues. When I was semi…read moreready to get back in the gym, I was recommended Treaufitness. Turns out Frank is an International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) pro who trains competitive bodybuilders, but he's also a (regular) fitness trainer (what I need!) and nutritional coach (which I needed because said health changes required dietary changes... #thanksthiroid). I'm not trying to get onstage! But I am trying to be the best & strongest version of myself at this new stage in my life, and Frank has been tremendous in helping me set realistic goals, while putting the fire to my feet to help me achieve them. Sometimes I think he cares more about my goals than me, and it's that passion to help change not just folsk bodies, but they're lifestyle in such a positive and healthy waythat attracted me to this program. I'm not new to this, but the difference between my previous training and Treaufitness is he trains online, in person one-on-one, and/or in small groups, and is affiliated with several gyms, so the accessibility is phenomenal. Frank goes over your health concerns and issues alongside your dietary needs in detail so that he can build a successful nutrition and macro plan specific to you and your goals. Whether in person, or online, you have to check in once a week so that your progress can be appropriately assessed, and so that you can be held accountable (yeah, I needed this part! and I know a lot of people out there are the same). ... And for those of you familiar with (and liked) there crossfit & oly community, Treaufitness gives you that same 'a-famiky-that-grinds-together' vibe. Prices are fair but premium, and his results are undeniable as long as you are committed to the program and committed to yourself (and consistent!). I would most definitely recommend Treaufitness for both casual (pretend) athletes like myself, people rehabbing or just getting into fitness and still need professional instructions to movements, or folks that are looking to get on stage for physique competition.

I began training with Frank in September of this year after a friend of mine referred me. I had…read morelost a lot of weight in 2017, gained it all back and was discourage and unmotivated. I knew I had to make a lifestyle change and that started with finding a personal trainer. I was seeking a trainer who was experienced, could help me lose weight ( and keep the weight off), hold me accountable and provide me with the knowledge ( use of machines/weights, nutritional etc). Coach Frank has provided all of that and more! He is always available to answer questions, consistently provides direction and encouragement. He trains other individuals who compete ( and won top titles) or wish to compete. And for me, working out with them only encourages me to push even harder. Between having Frank and the team as support, I definitely feel unstoppable. If you are looking to get back on track, lose weight, tone it up and/or compete, Coach Frank is the truth and you will not be disappointed. Glad to be on the team and look forward to seeing my changes over the next upcoming months!