When I moved to Butte, I suffered from so much chronic pain I thought I was done lifting and…read morerunning for good. A number of old injuries limited my range of motion and made exercise of any kind absolutely miserable. I was willing to try anything to start getting back into shape. I noticed a sign for Copper City CrossFit and gave it a try. It was life changing! The coaches are incredible. They taught me proper exercise form as well as techniques to rehab my injured parts and regain my mobility. The biggest difference I saw was in my shoulders. When I started I was unable to put my right arm overhead without stabbing pain. After working with the trainers here my shoulders are pain free even while doing overhead squats and thrusters. This is an awesome place to start CrossFit. The coaches give thorough instructions and demonstrations before every class. During the class they are attentive to each individual providing additional guidance as necessary. Every workout can be scaled to accomodate people of any age and fitness level. Here CrossFit is truly accessible to anyone willing to give it a try.

My son, 11 attended CC Crossfit over his summer vacation in Butte. The class was perfect for youth…read moreathletes! He came home after 6 weeks stronger and motivated to keep his gains going! The staff are certified youth Crossfit Instructors and if you have a youth athlete that needs strength and conditioning, this is your place.

We go to a lot of YMCA's across the country and this is the dirtiest and filthiest one of them all…read more The trainers sit around and do nothing when there is 2" of dust and dirt on the windows and equipment. I have been to YMCA's that were 40 years older that were cleaner. It's full of perverts and they don't enforce any type of dress code.

I just don't understand this YMCA. Its one of the newer facilities in Butte and it's FILTHY. It is…read moreso run down I'm not sure what I'm paying for. I don't know the last time they cleaned anything. I mean clean, clean. The family bathrooms in the pool area are one of most disgusting places I've ever visited. They have terrible drainage so they're constantly covered in stagnant, dirty water. The shower areas of both women and family bathrooms have scum and terrible buildup that is so gross. I wouldn't shower there for fear of getting dirtier. The pool equipment is old and torn. **The lifeguards, thankfully, do seem to do a good job watching the pool.** The roughhousing in the pool is a LOT. People dump their kids off and the guards themselves are kids. It's a bit worrisome they they've not been empowered to get a handle on the, at times, feral behavior of the pool dwellers. The workout upstairs area is...ok. It's busy at the usual times (am/pm) but have pretty standard equipment. I do like the classes they offer, but I wish they had a larger variety and more often. I would be more than willing to pay extra for a better experience all around.

Alli is an amazing trainer, she really listens to what you want to accomplish and pushes you to…read moreachieve those goals in a safe and healthy environment. She is fun to work with keeping workouts tough but fun at the same time. She is always conscientious of how you are feeling both physically and mentally. Highly recommend her!!!

I have been here twice now and meet a couple of the coaches now. They all are focused on safety…read moremore than anything. They make sure you have correct form with the first rep till the very last. They separate the workout area so as not to distract anyone especially the coaches. I have found my new home. Everyone here is friendly and welcoming.

I was in town visiting family and dropped in. It's a great gym with knowledgeable coaches and they…read morewere very welcoming. I received some great cues for Olympic lifting. They started on time and kept everyone moving through a structured schedule which was great. It was a fun Wod and I will definitely be back when I'm back in Montana.

I started coaching with Nicole in July 2022. She helped me make smarter food choices to help me…read morewith sustainable energy. (I'm a night shift RN.) She also got me off energy drinks, which is huge! Then just 5 weeks ago I started working out with Nicole. With her support and guidance, I've already lost several inches, overall, and about 10 lbs! I trust her completely, even more so after a recent knee injury that she has helped me rehab, strengthen, and stabilize. She knows her stuff! I have an athletic background and I have trained with several (all male) trainers for bikini body building competitions. I'm pretty picky, to say the least, on who I will train under and I have been SO HAPPY with Nicole! Check her out, you won't be disappointed!

A step up for Helena - in both equipment, training assistance, and environment. This is a high…read morequality gym, in a convenient location (connected to the Great Northern Hotel and above Better Body Fitness). The rates were great, and upon joining I received some one on one time with a personal trainer. The equipment is always new - they are constantly putting in new machines and trading out used ones. Several Cybex machines/weights - all made to be easy on your body and supporting proper technique. Plus, unlike Helena's other gyms - this place isn't overrun by tiny tots or teeny boppers trying to impress anyone. It's a limited membership (18 and older, though I think at age 20 I was one of the youngest working out here). The staff is all very helpful and will help you meet goals, and record them - they provide you with a personal file that you can pull out and use each time you're there, complete with training logs. Shower and locker rooms are always clean, too. I haven't been there in a few months, but I hear they're expanding the location to also provide classes and such? Better yet!

I almost don't want to post this because MUST is such a hidden gem. This is, by far, the best gym I…read morehave ever been to (and I have been to a lot of gyms + workout classes). - The facilities are super clean; everyone wipes down equipment and machines after they use them. - There is a ton of space and they cap membership meaning you have room to roam, don't have to wait to use equipment, and don't feel self-conscious if you want to be in a spot by yourself doing your thang. - The team is welcoming, friendly, and dedicated. You feel like you're part of a community when you go here. - Everyone is focusing on their own workouts and there's no pretentious/competitive vibes. I was visiting from out of town and wanted to get back into shape. The MUST team was really accommodating doing personal training sessions with me on a short timeline and I really appreciated it. My intake and sessions were with Chris and he was the absolute best. He consistently offered me helpful tips to improve my form and stay motivated. I only wish I could take this gym and everyone with it back to my hometown.

I was totally spoiled with my gym where I used to live and thought I'd never find another 24 hour…read moreoption with a bazillion racks and free weights. I moved to Missoula and checked out MUST and well, it was even BETTER than my old awesome gym because there were tires to flip, working bathrooms, filtered water and a cool area for stretching. Plus the aforementioned racks. No wait for a squat rack in the morning. Then the quarantine hit and the owner was cool enough to let us borrow equipment to stay in shape. It is cool that he did something for us, when his being closed was 100% not his fault. And FWIW, it is a very clean gym. If your idea of a gym is a place one goes to lift heavy things, MUST will not disappoint.

Laura Bender is considered one of Missoula's "Best" Personal Trainers. She is a Master Trainer…read morethrough the Cooper Institute and is also a Chopra certified yoga and meditation teacher and success coach. You will find Laura to be a warm and loving human being who will help YOU with a training schedule that is just right for you. Her monthly community meditations are powerful and help make Missoula, the last best place on earth. Give her a call, she will resonate with you. Judy Helm Wright, author and Pet Grief Coach and one of Laura's regulars.

From the owner: Laura is a Master Personal Trainer with over 30 years experience.She is well known for her ability…read moreto create personal mind/body fitness sessions thar create amazing bodies and emotionally intelligent minds. Laura is has the most effective lower body programs in her town, which is why she is highly sought after by local and national celebrities. After studying extensively with Dr. Deepak Chopra, Laura started adding mindfulness and yoga to her personal sessions and in 2012 created Montana's first yoga/meditation program for youth inmates in the Missoula Youth Detention Center. You can train with Laura at home or in her studio.

Amazing place for a retreat. We were there last month with Judith and Lizzie Laseter for a…read morerestorative yoga retreat. Food- absolutely amazing. I was in awe at the quality of the food they put out on a daily basis. Mike and Mike are awesome chefs. Facilities- pretty awesome Staff- amazing Massages- amazing Water pressure- nearly non-existent in the shower we had Salt Water hot tub- very nice Make no beans about it, you are camping when here even if in one of the glamping yurts or TeePees so be prepared with warm clothing for nights and shorts during the day. I highly recommend the facilities, staff, and food. You'll have to research the programming for the retreat you are planning to attend.

What a peaceful magical place. I am filled with gratitude for The Feathered Pipe Ranch and…read moreVeterans Yoga Project for sharing their love and space. The setting was peaceful and majestic. The staff made sure we had everything and anything we needed at all times. The food is amazing. The outdoor spaces are breathtaking. The story of the land and the people who have made it available to us are entertaining and educational. I definitely had to fight the urge to "run away" and stay for longer. If you have the opportunity to visit, take it. May you find as much love and gratitude as I did in this special place with these special people.