Yelp Review Kinitro is the best gym I've ever been to - without a doubt. The space is has the aesthetics, the cleanliness, equipment you never knew you needed, and best of all staff who deeply care about your whole health. I had the pleasure of working with Mike and Daisy on shoulder and hip pain that had accumulated over years of slouching at my desk. They both thoroughly evaluated my current condition and provided treatment on the spot. Moreover, they developed a workout plan targeting those specific areas to improve my overall health and life. When I entered the gym, I could barely lift my shoulder past 180 degrees. After working with both therapists, my shoulder now has a full rotation without pain. In additional to the medical treatment, the moral support and encouragement for someone who hasn't worked out in a while was uplifting. Mike worked with me the second day and found spots of my body a typical online workout plan would never think to work. This individualized treatment has me feeling like the high school version of myself again. The gym itself brings about a vibe that feels like your family wanting to see you perform at your best. The owner John is there to share stories, provide enthusiasm, and most importantly he's ready to support you on your journey to being your optimal self. I've never written a gym review, so this shows how impressed I was with Kinitro. Skip the crowds, skip the mindless workouts, skip the worn down equipment, and come find a way back to your holistic self at Kinitro. read more

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Big big shout out to John and everyone at Kinitro. Been going since the gym in Chinatown. As a trainer myself, I believe in what they stand for and do there. Side note... I train at 24 hour fitness and still go here to workout . They have great coaches, members, and a awesome sense of family. Bonus is their in house massage therapist that gets me right! Julie always gets me going in the right direction for recovery and discusses with me what the cause of them issue is and how to fix it. A coach/trainer tha understands what we as "athletes" (Muay Thai for me) do and need! Today was my best day in over a month I've thrown switch kicks hitting pads with my boy pain free! This is a place not just to get in shape, but perform better for everyday life and have fun doing it! read more

Kinitro Fitness - Pain free left kicks! - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

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My favorite gym in Houston!! I've been working out here for a while now, and there's just something about Kinitro that sets it apart from other gyms. As someone who didn't previously lift weights, I really appreciate how knowledgeable John and the other trainers are. They really care about form and are always happy to help or answer questions, even outside of group classes. I can now confidently walk up to a squat rack without feeling intimidated haha! The new gym space is also soooo nice and spacious!! The equipment is well maintained, bathrooms/locker rooms are clean, and there's a water bottle filling station! Kinitro is more than a gym, it's a community!! read more

Kinitro Fitness - Gym goals - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

I can't believe my previous review has been 5 years since!!! I ended up taking a small break a few years due to life things however my husband and I have regularly started attending again starting back in 2020. We realized the pandemic lifestyle was not healthy and we needed to stay active. We are on the 8 classes a month plan and can say we've had the pleasure of being taught by a variety of coaches. And they all have been great! Everyone from coaches to other class participants is really friendly. Everyone is just there to reach our own goals and it definitely feels very judgement free. If you have any injury concerns, the coaches always help with exercise modifications. The part we value most is how much care they put into making sure we have the correct form so we avoid any injuries. The new, bigger location opened recently and it's a really great space to work out in. Things are still being worked on (some mirrors and lockers please!) but you know a lot of care has been placed into the design of the space. I really appreciate how despite all the growth, Kinitro has maintained a friendly, local vibe. read more

The transition from a commercial gym to Kinitro is like night and day. A commercial gym would be a dark, seedy night in Gotham city, where the city is covered in trash fires. Kinitro is an amazing place and most importantly an amazing community. The gym does not have fancy machines, but utilizes free weights and bands. Classes are curated daily for students and structured as a program--this takes out the guess work for beginners to try and figure out what to do at the gym. The best part is that the classes are lead by certified coaches in intimate-sized classes, which allows for more direct interaction with the coaches, almost like your own personal trainer. Kinitro is truly one of its kind, an experience unlike any other. I look forward to going to class and try my very best to drive all the way from work (I work 3 days a week in Humble/Spring and 2 days a week in Southwest/Southeast) just to make it to my 6:30pm class. I look forward to the different challenges every week and recording my new record. The facility also offers personal training, nutritional planning, body weight assessment and analysis, massage therapy, and specially focused Strong Man classes lead by coaches who've placed competitively. My mentality and outlook on fitness has changed and I've learned a lot in my time here as a member! read more

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I am a 62-year-old female recovering stroke patient. John had trained me in strength for about a year. I am now in the hands of another PT for my recovery. Julie has been great in giving me a full body massage every week. I can say my recovery is on target and am looking forward to a full recovery soon. Thanks, Kinitro. read more

The great thing about this gym is that they offer classes which covers about 1 hour work out session with the instructor with a list of exercises that are to be done in a timely manner. Now this can be intimidating because for someone like me I have a hard time keeping up with workouts where I get timed and I always find myself constantly taking breaks to prevent myself from passing out. John is really nice about making sure that we have correct form rather than doing things quick and if he notices that we're struggling he makes sure that we take it slow and pace ourselves to prevent injuries. Also really like how he incorporate games to make the workout more fun and challenging forcing us to use our heads to think fast while reacting with our bodies. It's been over a year since I've attended this gym and I've lost about 30 lbs and gained a healthier body. In my honest opinion I believe this is the best gym anyone can ask for. read more

The new gym is awesome!! There are all sorts of gym equipment including sleds, turf, and lots of squat racks. Everyone I've met at Kinitro is so friendly. John (gym owner) is so kind and is truly there to help you meet your goals. read more

I've been trying to make myself consistently go a gym for over 10 years. I just can't. I'm not motivated, I dislike working out, I don't feel knowledgeable enough to do stuff without hurting myself, and it's intimidating to work out with people who seem so much faster and stronger than you. At Kinitro, the classes are structured in a way that you get personalized attention and adjustment, but with a group of people who are really supportive, fun, and dedicated. You actually find yourself looking forward to class because the people here are more of a community then strangers you sweat next to. The trainers are really great - patient and experienced, but will brook no excuses when you're copping out and not pushing yourself 100%. Location is great and lots of different class schedule options for flexibility. I've tried 24Hr (blEGH, see my review to see how I really feel) and I've tried hot yoga, personal training, and I think I may just have found something that will actually stick. Also, the boxing classes on Sunday are pretty awesome. read more

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I was never a fan of the small gyms. I'd always gone to 24Hr or LaFitness but Kinitro really changed my mind. The bootcamp classes keep it interesting, it's always challenging, different and it's a total body workout. Of course there's also open gym if you want to do your own thing. For me personally, I've seen results in just a matter of 2-3 months vs. working out for 6+ months at 24 (and I used to have personal trainers working with me). Everyone there is really nice, equipment is clean and a lot of it, you don't see at a normal gym. The owner takes the time to explain how to use what's in the gym properly. He also provides supplemental services such as physical therapy through another professional and has this machine that measures all your fat, muscle, whatever, you name it, in your body and how much more you need to lose. If I didn't have Kinitro, I would probably only see the inside of a gym once a week. This place and the people, continue to keep me motivated to keep coming back. read more

Kinitro Fitness - Wrapping up a 1 on 1 with the big man himself! - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

Kinitro is a great gym with even better instructors. John the owner and primary trainer is generous with advice and the entire gym is very focused on helping you grow stronger while avoiding injury. I highly recommend the gym if you are new to strength training or if you are an old hand. I never was bored with the workouts of the day and could always count on the trainers giving me a great work out. read more

After too many months of neglect to my physical health, I decided to jumpstart again at this gym. John enthusiastically explained to me that this is a torture-at-my-own-pace program and provided me with alternative exercises to accommodate my wooden knee (post ACL replacement). Even though it was scaled-down, I woke up the next morning feeling completely battered, which I knew was a good start. The atmosphere is very laid back and friendly. The group exercises are unlike any other gym I've been to. (Sorry, no spoilers here.) And some of the exercises were new to me, which left me wondering what I got myself into, but then was very pleasantly surprised with the result. If I'm ever in town, I would definitely go here again. read more

A fun positive gym AND great results?? Yes please! I mean I don't socialize that much with everyone but I see others do and they look like they're really enjoying themselves. I do the strongman class on Saturdays with Chad and it's so amazing if you like to lift super heavy things like logs and stones. Chad is great at breaking the movements down and ensuring your safety. But if you've never worked out before you should probably prep yourself with John's strength and conditioning classes. He's pretty amazing too and so smart! read more

Kinitro Fitness - Strongman lady! - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

Kinitro is BAE. I used to have membership at another gym that I rarely used to due being shy. I know, everybody tells you to just get over it, everybody is there for themselves, nobody is looking at you ... blah blah. It all sounds good in theory but it doesn't help when you can't overcome your own anxiety. Kinitro has given me a great place that I can feel entirely comfortable in. The people are all friendly and there's nobody intimidating or douchey. The classes are amazing! I've been here a couple of months and I've already seen good transformations (I think this ties along with everyone's willingness to come to the gym because of such a welcoming environment) The owner is friendly and provides great advice and hands on training! You won't be able to get that at another gym without an additional hefty trainer fee. Come join me on my journey to becoming an Instagram model! read more

Basically, they offer several classes, with Mondays and Thursdays being upper body days, Tuesday and Friday being lower body days, and Wednesday and Saturdays being more focused on core work and conditioning. Classes are offered the weekdays at 6:30,7:30, Noon, 5 and 6. I usually go to the 7:30 class since I have time to shower (they have one shower on site) and make it to work by nine. Class sizes are small, with the morning classes typically 1-4 people so they are closer to personal training. The afternoon and lunch classes can be a little bigger, but they are never too big to cause any issues with having enough equipment or space. The workouts themselves focus on a lot of compound lifts, supersets and free weights. So you're going to get both a good strength and cardio workout. The teachers, John and Chard, are both very good. They always explain what needs to be done, and are very pro-active on correcting people's form. If you've never worked with weights before that's not really a problem here, since with the smaller class sizes they have plenty of ability to coach you. If you're advanced and don't want to do a class, you are welcome to use the gym without being part of the class. People will occasionally be in there doing their own thing. If that's what you're looking for, you can pretty much always guarantee access to a 3x3 rack for squats and bench ect, as well as dumbells up to 100, access to a pull up bar, assault bike and sled. Overall, I really like it here. I have gotten fitter as well as learned quite a bit about working out. read more

John, Chad and the community at Kinitro, keep me coming back. It feels like working out with a bunch of friends, but the good kind where they are constantly pushing you to be greater. Before kinitro, I had zero motivation and felt overwhelmed by all the equipment; Classes helped me to learn how to work out and work on my form. The leaders at this gym definitely go out of their way to ensure you're getting what you want out of your workout. If you're new to fitness, I recommend this place. If you're experienced, but Dee you've plateau'ed, I recommend this place. Ps, chads strongman class,on Saturdays at 2, are the most intense workouts. I love every minute of it :) read more

Gym and fun were never two words in close proximity to each other in my dictionary. But I'd say that going to the gym at Kinitro has been a fun experience in the past month and half. I signed up for the gym because a friend dared me to go to a gym for a month in exchange of a free dinner (yeah, that's how motivated I was). But at the end of the month, I voluntarily signed up for another month and upgraded my membership. For y'all logical thinkers out there, I recommend this gym for the following reasons: - it has small class size so it's almost like you're getting a personal trainer without paying a hefty price tag - the classes are well designed for people of all fitness levels. You can dial it up or keep it to your own pace. The trainers here will help you decide what's most suitable for your needs - the equipments and environment are both kept clean, updated, and well managed. - there's a free boxing class on Sundays. I never thought I'd like boxing but man it's fun! For the emotional decision makers, here are reasons why you'd like it here: - it's a community of very normal and friendly people. Even the most intimidating looking person at the gym is actually very friendly and encouraging of my progress. - the trainers here treat you like a friend and not just a client. - people here seem to genuinely enjoy being a part of the Kinitro community So if you have tried and given up at a big corporate gym chain before, give Kinitro a try. It's helped me become more consistent with my fitness routines and I'm sure it'll help you too! read more

Thank you Kinitro for bringing fitness back into my life! Since my post-competitive athlete days, I had been soul searching for something to fill this need to be active again. I was never a gym-type, not into lifting, never satisfied w machines. Boring! So I would go to random workshops at best. Workshops at YMCA, 24 = crowded w strangers, am I doing this right, just gotta keep up and blend in. WELL... who would've ever known workshops could be so much more than that. Kinitro workshops = smaller class size, genuine camaraderie, instructors care and work with you individually, focus on technique and your personal goals, challenging and satisfying. The best part is I actually know that I'm making progress. How? Kinitro helps you track it all through several methods including use of a fancy software program and Inbody Test. Numbers don't lie! What I love the most about Kinitro is what this gym is built to represent. The owner, John, stays true to what his vision of true fitness is. John really goes out of his way to support, motivate, and coach you to become the best that you can be. read more

Kinitro is definitely a hidden gem located right above Star Snow Ice & Teriyaki. John, the owner of Kinitro, is one of the most welcoming and attentive person you'll ever meet! It is made very clear from the beginning that he is there for his clients. I love how willing he is to help and cater to YOUR individual goals and needs. I started off as a serious newbie who didn't even know what workouts to do or how to do them properly, but after attending the classes offered here it really demystified the whole process! During their open gym hours, I would repeat what I learned during these classes, and it has really helped me to develop my own workout routine. I would definitely recommend anyone who may feel overwhelmed by the whole process of working out to start here at Kinitro. Never have I once felt judged or intimidated by anyone while working out here. If anything, the people here actually go out of their way to cheer you on! My absolute favorite however would have to be the yoga classes and boxing workshops, which are offered here on the weekends! read more

In 2018, I attempted to summit one of the highest mountains in North America and was turned around by a whiteout blizzard. Fast forward to 2022, my team members agreed to another summit attempt just two months away. I was not in my best shape. I joined Kinitro fitness to assist me in reaching this massive goal with very limited time. John created an amazing workout schedule that targeted my muscle groups specifically for mountaineering. Let me tell you, every minute of that schedule assisted me in making it to the summit. Even with the short training period, I was the first person to summit that day of any group. If you are reaching for a goal, John can get you there. read more

Moving to the area and being very particular about my gym membership, I stumbled upon Kinitro Fitness and I don't plan working out anywhere else. They have a variety of strength lifting equipment, strongman equipment, speciality bars, and cardio machines. All the equipment is the highest of quality and the place is always kept in a clean and organized manner. The staff is irreplaceable and very personable with all their open-gym clients, group clients, or otherwise. For all that Kinitro Fitness offers, the price can't be beat. I've seen other gyms with double the cost while not offering half of what Kinitro does. They truly tailor an individualized experience and are invested in you to reaching your goals. read more

Looking for a gym that has intelligent and caring staff with a great family/friends oriented culture when working out? Look no further! Kinitro is as personable as it gets when it comes to working out but also feeling like you're at home. I've worked out at commercial gyms before but would never go back after working out here. This gym feels like it's built on a culture of hard work, perseverance and excellence. Whether you're a new lifter or seasoned veteran, you'll fit right in. John and his staff are extremely helpful when it comes to answering any work out questions or assisting during a workout. Everyone is so friendly and willing to help. If you're looking for something different, this is the place to be. They have boot camp classes as well as open gym. They run special classes on weekends that include yoga, boxing and more! I love the feel of the gym and couldn't ask for more. Come check it out and judge for yourself! The first workout is on the house... tell John that Harrison sent you. read more

Worked out at Kinitro over the summer and had an amazing experience. All of the equipment is well maintained and they have a very welcoming staff (good hype men). I would highly recommend this gym if you have the money and don't how or what to lift. It also doesn't smell like dirty socks, which is great. I also had a couple of personal training sessions with Chad the Gorilla, and he was super helpful with getting me acquainted with lifting. Him and John, the owner, are great people who really want the best for everyone who walks into their gym. The only downside to this gym is that it's upstairs and after leg day you want to cry walking down. read more

Wow, where do I even begin? Kinitro is by far the best gym in town, not only because of the workouts and gym itself, but because of the people and community as well. I first came in as a boxing workshop only customer, and I had no idea what to expect. I was pretty anxious about my first class, but everyone was super welcoming and introduced themselves. The boxing instructor is great and really takes his time to show you the correct form. After going to boxing for a few months, I decided to go all in and start taking regular workout classes in addition to boxing. The trainers are amazing and give you great feedback and personal attention, all while in a group setting. Besides the workouts themselves, I've met some wonderful people who really helped give me a good sense of community at the gym. I love that I'm able to go to Kinitro and know at least someone in the gym at the same time as me. Everyone helps each other out and cheers each other on during classes. The owner, John, is the best and sincerely cares about everyone's progress and performance. He takes the time to talk to you and make sure that you are meeting your goals, and if you aren't, helps you figure out what you can do to meet those goals. I'm so thankful that I was introduced to the gym because it has been one of the highlights of my year thus far. Come try it out because you 100% will love love LOVE it. read more

Came here to destroy legs on leg day. Can confirm; Legs appropriately destroyed. Cannot walk for a few days. Amazingly effective workout routines! Signed up immediately! They offer open gym with the membership along with access to the various "bootcamp" sessions. Sessions have a variety of workouts that are planned beforehand by John the instructor who use to work as a personal trainer at 24 hour fitness. Using the Wodify app, which is a required download, you can view past and current schedules, sign up for classes, and most importantly track your performance. The app is also used for administrative purposes as well as payment. I would definitely recommend this gym if you live around the chinatown area and want to work out at a smaller gym. read more

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I have been going to commercial gyms on and off for the last 7 years. 6 months ago, I joined Kinitro with the plan to take my training to the next level at a more goal-oriented gym. The patrons here are friendly with superb gym etiquettes. The staff/trainers here are friendly, knowledgeable, and undoubtedly will be able to help any motivated individual to become a better version of themselves. With a powerlifting style of training, I love that they have 3 main squat racks with attachments for chains and bands. They have round bumper plates for heavy deadlifting, clean, jerk, and snatches. With a myriad of tools for accessory works, you can prevent your training from getting stale. The trainers will spend time with you to show what different pieces of the equipment do and what muscle group they targeted. This will prevent injuries and potentially introducing you to a new exercise that you might find fun and effective. read more

I'm not normally one to work out a lot, but the environment at this gym is so positive that it makes me want to come back. Unlike other gyms I've tried out and eventually stopped going to, Kinitro is a place where you'll come to recognize other folks on similar schedules to you. John clearly has an absolute passion for this stuff. He's always happy to help you out with your form, and he'll even go so far as to explain why you need to squat/lift/pushup in a specific way. For a beginner gym-goer, it felt great to have someone critique my form and make sure that I was getting the most out of my workout, and without worrying about whether I would hurt myself. Unlike other training experiences that I've had, this one felt truly like John wanted to help me reach my goals. All the while he fosters a positive atmosphere where you want to do your best. Ever since moving to California, I've really missed the experience that I had at this gym, and my workout regiment has worn off. I haven't found another gym with such a positive environment that makes me want to keep coming back every week. I miss Kinitro! I wish Kinitro had more locations (California gym where?)! read more

Enjoy working out with friendly people, in a motivated environment, with expert guidance, and around all kinds of state of the art equipment? Do you also love getting your favorite tapioca from the best tea houses after a great workout? Okay maybe that last bit isn't exactly the healthiest upside, but if you're looking for an all around excellent fitness experience in the middle of Chinatown, then look no further! John (Owner) has been working with me for years now, helping bring fitness and personal health back on track in my life. As your teacher/trainer you can expect him to give you his full attention whenever necessary. When it comes down to it, it doesn't matter what the goal is (losing weight, gaining muscle, increasing endurance), all it takes is working with John and I can guarantee you'll get there. Membership at Kinitro offers you access to some great equipment/new gym throughout the week, bootcamp/group fitness sessions, structured workouts, and weekly special programs (Yoga, Boxing, recovery, etc). Personally I love that the workouts change day to day and are literally always keeping me on my toes. If you're looking for a great fitness experience in the middle of Chinatown, come join the family! read more

Kinitro lives up to its name. I've always had difficulty staying consistent when it comes to exercise. I've been a member at plenty of gyms in the past but none have I ever actually gone to as much as I do Kinitro. First of all, the boot camp structure makes the "chore" of working out so much easier. The only thing you need to do is show up -you get all the direction you need to have an effective and efficient hour of exercise. No more wandering around a gym trying to decide what to do next. No more sitting at home watching YouTube videos of work out plans and falling asleep instead (don't even pretend I'm the only one). Secondly, there is a sense of accountability when you become a member of this gym. The friendly regulars welcome me every time and if they don't see me, they ask me where I've been. It's very motivating to know that someone notices that you've been gone. Even though they're group classes, the class size stays relatively small and you can choose which class time is best for you using the app. The small class size allows John (and the other trainers) to be able to personally help you maintain proper form, modify exercises, and push you to be your best! Overall I'm so happy this gym opened in this part of town. Just try to not get milk tea after every boot camp (also guilty). read more

You know that feeling after taking a huge dump? That sweet release? Like a huge burden has been dropped from your conscience. That's how I feel if I'm able to finish one of John's boot camps - "Ohhhhh Yea, probably just lost 5 pounds" Classes feel challenging yet satisfying. His patience goes a long way. His new gym with new gear will make you feel brand new. Just give it a shot! read more

John not only knows what he is doing but he is genuinely passionate about fitness and, more importantly, his clients' results and satisfaction with their health and fitness goals. Challenging yet fun boot camps where your form IS taken care of, so no future injuries. Top-notch equipment and a great environment that makes you WANT to get fit! No more having to wait for 20 minutes for the squat rack to free up at commercial gyms! read more

1st time I've ever gone to a gym (outside of school rec centers) and I don't want to leave! Other than the great classes and trainers, I love the overall atmosphere of Kinitro. It's all positive reinforcement and encouragement. Also, I don't feel self-conscious around anyone at the gym, which I feel is important. Everyone strives to push each other forward from what I've seen. Equipment is clean and neat and the layout is not very cluttered. There's 2 bathrooms and even a shower. Overall: Clean, friendly, great for beginners & for people used to doing their own thing, friendly, friendly, friendly. OH! It's also SUPER family-friendly!!! I went with my cousins and my uncle and had a blast! read more

John is a knowledgeable, kind, honest, encouraging, and patient trainer that designs classes that are fun, creative, and challenging. He created a welcoming community at this gym; you don't get that at big corporate gyms. New equipment. Friendly owner. Passionate staff. Great community. Definitely check out this gym! read more