Thanks to Tammy and Marnie, the upbeat, welcoming, and inspiring atmosphere at The Gymnasium take…read morefitness to a higher level. Their philosophy revolves around improving people's health by helping each individual reach their own personal goals, and by actually listening to their clients. This is hands-down the very best Gym and workout facility in Rutland. Nothing comes close. After being a member for two years, The Gym feels like home to me. The workouts are challenging but flexible, fun but fully life-changing. It leads to a wide array of people -- young, students, middle-age, seniors -- all making our bodies stronger, more resilient, healthier, and healed. We all help each other. We all become members of The Gym family. I'm in my 70s and endured major surgeries for breast cancer and a total knee replacement. Then I was fortunate enough to find The Gym. It was like a miracle. I couldn't regain the full range of motion in my arms, shoulders, and neck, despite my best efforts. The solution: Marnie's yoga classes, and the special yoga class for cancer survivors that The Gym sponsors via the Foley Cancer Center with yoga teacher Paula. At The Gym, I felt comfortable, accepted, and instantly at ease. This is not a latex, plastic-fantastic facility. It is authentic, comfy, and very much operated in the inclusive Vermont spirit where we're all neighbors. Cuz we actually are in this Brave Little State! For me, it was love at first sight: their equipment is top-notch and varied, the classes are phenomenal, and every person's body is honored, accepted, and admired for who they are and for what they've been through. Exercises are tailored to individuals' specific concerns. As Marnie likes to say, we all have different issues in our tissues. Our limbs are different lengths. Some ppl are more flexible than others. We have sports injuries from decades ago -- or from last week! No matter. The Gym has the answers to what you're seeking. For me, personally, The Gym proved to be much more effective during my recovery and helped me sooo much more than the physical therapy that I received at RRMC. I now have full range of motion in my arms and shoulders, my pain is tolerable and diminishing, and my balance is improving. Muscle-wise, by taking strength classes, I am showing my once-broken body that I am again capable and strong. I have so much gratitude for The Gym and for the safe, supportive environment that Tammy and Marnie have created there. The atmosphere is positive, uplifting, and inspiring, with a laser focus on achieving your own individual goals, and not following a "one size fits all" approach to regaining your health, healing, honoring your body, functional fitness, and helping you to live your very best life - no matter what life has thrown at you. Can you tell that I cannot say enough good things about The Gym?? Come join us! Do something for YOU. I am honored and happy to give this Rutland City gem 10 fabulous and well-earned stars!

I am newer to this area and so glad I found The Gymnasium. Tammy has been supportive and welcoming…read moresince the beginning and the classes I have taken are all excellent. All the instructors are top notch!

I love this gym! The equipment is clean and spaced out just right. Any workout I want to do, they…read morehave the equipment for it. The owner is very knowledgeable of all the equipment and helps with my questions. I highly recommend!

F&W is a magical amazing place for summer camps. Our kids have been going there since barn day camp…read morewhen they were younger. They have then progressed to the teen camps and being a counselor. The camp is in a beautiful VT location. The kids stay in 3 wall cabins that open up to the forest. There are enriching activities, a lake, rope swings, chores, work projects, hiking, canoeing, rock climbing and other adventures during the overnight trips. No electronics are allowed. The staff are always friendly, accepting and open. There is a Foundation that allows families that might not be able to afford this experience for their children, to be able to send their kids there. This is so much different than the standard overnight summer camp and truly worth it.

My 14 year old son has been an every other year camper at Farm & Wilderness's Camp Timberlake, and…read morehas reported having a great experience each time. He got familiar with animals and barn duties in his first year, hiking for long treks (16 and 26 miles in the High Peaks of the Adirondacks!) in his second year, and bouldering in nature in his third, all the while making strong bonds with fellow campers and counselors. He looks forward to coming back as a counselor one year, and I couldn't be more excited for him. My 9 year old daughter had the opportunity of attending Firefly Song for her first time this year. She came home with wonderful memories of the camp community, and revealed in describing to us her daily routine -which included chores, Quaker inspired silent meetings and songs, and swimming in the lake every single day! She can't wait to keep going back.

$15.00 plus tax for a day pass. Let me repeat that: $15.00…read morefor a day pass. That is exactly $13.00 more than a day pass here is worth. It is cheaper to buy a month pass ($40), but the quality of the gym can hardly warrant more than one visit per month. I've paid $15+ out in San Francisco, but those are kick ass gyms with great facilities and paid, good route setters. This gym...well, it has potential, but it is a mess and has horrible route setting. While the lady owner is nice, the guy is a control freak and has no idea how to climb or set routes. He sets everything with holds super far apart and thinks that makes for interesting/hard climbing. The holds haven't been cleaned in probably 7 years. The floors are disgusting, the place stinks. And the bathrooms....oh my, the bathrooms. I actually dry heaved when I went into the Men's room last time I was there. There is some kind of septic back up that emanates the most foul smell out of the sink. And the water in the sink hardly even works. We all thought that the change in ownership might fix some of the infrastructure problems: but they did absolutely nothing! Avoid this place!

What a great place. Took the 6 year old granddaughter here as I had been teaching her to climb…read more Got mom and dad certified as belayers then took her on a couple of climbs. She made it all the way to the top of the beginners course, and grandpa did five easy climbs. Great afternoon, and Andrew was fantastic in his instructions to us, and cheering on the little one. Would definitely go back, an hope,Andrew is there for our visit. Thanks for a great afternoon!

Dropped in while on vacation in Killington and had a great week with CF Rising Star. Rob is super…read moreprofessional and friendly, and he's built a great community. We had a blast and got some great workouts in.

Very accommodating and fun Box. I'm not a crossfitter but I go on occasion to their Olympic lifting…read moreclass. They are always very nice and I would highly encourage anyone who wanted to try crossfit to go here. There aren't cultish and will not push you into an injury like many people fear. They will work to your level and your goals are their goals. All you have to do is make it to the door.

A beautiful park with amazing trails and interesting history. The rangers were helpful and…read morefriendly. I definitely plan to return.

We pulled up to the ticket booth just off the main road at around 2:15 p.m. on a weekday. After…read morepaying our $5 per person, it took another 15 - 20 minutes to drive up the twisting road to the parking lot closest to the summit. There was only one other car parked there, though the lot looked like it could hold 35 - 40 cars. The hike from there was then a minimum of 0.6 miles (rocky and occasionally steep) to a lookout tower (25 feet tall, maybe). The summit was another 0.1 miles but probably wasn't even as high as the tower. We took the Slot trail up since it appeared to be more gradual (but was a bit longer). On the way back, we opted for the other option: the Slab trail (which was steeper but had steps cut into the dirt or fashioned from large stones, in spots). I would classify this hike as short but moderate. The tower views were pretty nice. It probably took us a bit over an hour to hike up and back.

I always had anxiety going to gyms, but here is actually my safe place. the employees are so nice,…read moreand my mom and siblings actually started going because of it! if you have anxiety, or just want a welcoming and fun gym to workout with the many equipment here then this is perfect. also to the employees who were incredibly nice to me today you rock! -Niko

Went in to talk about a membership bc I live w/in walking distance. Treated very rudely by guy w…read moredark hair, obv not from VT. "Well first, you have to go over there & sign in & pay $20." I'd only asked if they have a decline bench & cables, but being told right off the bat, "You have to ..." do anything is well below the experience I expect when I spend my money. I'm very happy at The Gymnasium. I hope their main office on the coast of NH tracks these comments. He needs to go. He couldn't say hello? Nice to see you? How can I help you? There's a difference between responsibility & authority & he does not understand his customer contact position. How much did they invest in the build out? I don't understand why I can't be given a walk through without having to spend $20 -- just to look, see what this big deal is about. Or is it a smelly, unclean place they don't want you seeing before they've had you sign membership documents? What is it they're trying to get away with?

Mandy is an incredibly skilled instructor! Her classes are for all age ranges and people of all…read moreskill levels. Her Saturday morning TRX class is one heck of a way to wake up! I always leave feeling energized and stronger. She is very willing to modify exercises as well-- I had a hip injury several years ago that affects my performance, and Mandy goes above and beyond to assist and support me. Stop by Motivation Studios-- you won't regret it! Thanks, Mandy!!!!!