Total transformation is possible. It's not from a magic pill, or a crash diet. It comes from…read moretenacity and a slowly-evolved mindset. It doesn't happen overnight. My journey began when I finally couldn't stand the arthritis pain in my knees that was keeping me from doing anything fun, sometimes even just getting off the couch. I'd fallen a couple of times and had no energy. By a pure miracle, I walked into Anytime Fitness Freret, and met Eric Capers, head trainer and owner of Pro Fitness Trainers. Eric is a physical therapist as well as a personal trainer, and I trusted that he had the knowledge I needed to make progress without injury, so I signed on. Little by little, learning every day, I got stronger, restored my balance, and was able to walk longer distances. Four years later, by consistent work, paying attention to food (not starving, not stuffing), I have lost 40 pounds, dropped my LDL cholesterol by 45 points, walked in three 5k events and the Crescent City Classic 10k (what????) and my doctor says I've added at least five years to my life. I'm 75 now, planning on lots more. If you've been thinking about it, putting it off, getting down on yourself, call Eric and get a free fitness assessment. You can't go wrong. Thanks for everything, Eric!

Eric is the greatest! He's sweet and fun, but serious about your workout. He listens to your…read moreconcerns and pushes you to do your best. I'd definitely recommend Eric if you're trying to get in shape.

Reevaluate, great space, great staff. Convenient uptown location and even more convenient hours.read more

After checking out many of the other local fitness centers I finally found Uptown Fitness. First…read morevisit was great. They showed me around, answered my questions and did not treat me like I was going to be a blight on their property because I was not 25 years old and in great shape. Truly, they are there to help you not make it a pick up spot. I requested a personal trainer and was lined up with one for the very next day at a time that I picked. I was asked a lot of questions by the trainer as to what I was looking for and she focused on those techniques to help me achieve my goals. It has wipes all over so you can clean the machines after you use them and it never smells bad. The staff is always smiling and seem to be in a good mood when I come in. I'm so happy I kept looking.

I recently joined Orangetheory to get in shape after giving birth to my daughter. My friend and…read morefellow Yelper, Daezah referred me and highly recommend this form of exercise for its unique heart rate tracking system and effective exercises. Not having to "come up with exercises" is a plus for me. I signed up for the Elite membership which averages about 3 workout sessions a week. As a plus, initially and every 2 months you'll receive an InBody Scanner to measure your body composition (muscle/fat %) . Talk about an eye opener?! So far I've truly enjoyed the high-intensity studio experience, which combines cardio and strength equipment (treadmill, water rowers, TRX suspension trainer, weights). Orangetheory stands out from other fitness regimens with interval training, and individual monitoring via heart rate technology. It's very motivating to "view and track" my progress during and after a workout. I'm still a bit confused with the verbiage and understanding of the color codes but I get a good sweat each time so that's enough for me. This personalized approach helps me to maximize my calorie burn. Coach Preston is super motivating and the music and exercise selections have all been fresh and different each sessions. I also love the flexibility to attend different locations. I'm early on in my journey but so far it's been good.

I didn't know what to expect. But it was very self sufficient. I thought it would be more trainer…read moreinvolved. I can go to the gym on my own for what we did.

Not enough words to express how happy I was to drop in! I was in town for a conference and just had…read moreto get some energy out. I called and Jordan- the owner was so nice and friendly! When I came through the door I had the nicest welcome from her and she even joined the class and lent me her belt. Class was full and Gregory was awesome in navigating with everyone. It was a pleasure talking to some of the members and super fun to hit some heavy numbers on the clean complex. When you're in town make sure you drop in!

So I had heard very mixed things about this organization over the years. A trainer I greatly…read morerespect told me that they are cult like and if you're not 100% in, you're not in it all. They advertised a six week shape up plan, I spoke to the trainer Kerry over the phone and basically told him what I'm about, not really a joiner, kind of like to do my work and get out of there, in reasonable shape would like to be in better shape for my wedding in December. I was told that I could come in and get measured and then go to my first class which was supposed to be tonight, as they were closed for the holiday, typically it would be Monday Wednesday and Friday for six weeks. I was also told that I could come in and get measured anytime. A six week challenge sounded good, the price was reasonable $350, And I felt like they were worth a shot. I also asked that after three months of self-imposed Covid isolation, I really didn't want to know my weight or fat content and I would be happy to just know how much I lost at the end. On the phone, he agreed, but now the challenger was full, he was not willing to work with me. He also said they would email me paperwork to complete which never arrived. I was so wrong to give this place a chance, I always give people the benefit of the doubt. After just getting back from my future father-in-law's funeral in South Carolina which ate up the last week and a half of my time. I showed up to be measured, not work out, this morning, And was told they were completely full. And I reminded him of the phone call which he then I guess realized he had taken. Now granted there was a class going on I had no idea there was going to be one in progress and I was willing to wait until the class was over or come back later, for the five minutes that he would measure me and put me on the scale. This was even after he told me that they were not at my beck and call (pretty rude) and that they had other paying clients, which of course I realize. I offered to come back at a more convenient time this afternoon. I should have walked out then, this man was acting like a jerk, not a professional. My advice is unless you really want to be part of a fitness community and be there all the time, you may want to look elsewhere. I am not a 'social joiner' as I have a demanding life that requires my full attention. I have enough friends, what I needed was a trainer and maybe some accountability. Kerry then said this wouldn't be a good fit and he didn't suggest that I take part in the class. I asked him if that meant he would not sign me up and he said yes. Who needs this kind of aggravation and by the way they were working out without masks indoors. That alone should have been a red flag. No thanks, more trainers in Nola who want to work.

I am a beginner to the gym workout life. I've always worked out at home with the little equipment…read morethat I have such as bands, free weights, and running around the neighborhood. I used to be a part of a commercial gym prior to joining PFRX. It was one of those gems that were always clean, had a nice inexpensive monthly rates, and many many machine options. The problem for me was, that every time I went, I had to wait a turn or alter my workout due to the lack of availability of machines. I found that when I would be able to work out I had to somewhat rush myself through my workout because people would always ask me how many more reps do I have left. So I begin to venture out and look for another gym home one that could accommodate all of my needs. That is what PFRX has done for me. There are friendly and knowledgeable staff during staffing hours, location is always clean, if I have any questions on how to use a machine properly during staff hours, someone is happy to help me. They have trainers available. And most importantly for me, they aren't as crowded as your commercial gyms, which allows me the access to mini machines, and to be able to get a workout in without someone asking am I using this machine or how many reps do I have left? For me, those are huge factors! Now, yes, this is not a commercial gym and the price is very reasonable when you are investing in your health and wellness. I am truly enjoying my time at PFRX and I am really looking forward to our relationship in the coming years. Oh wait! I didn't mention the variety of machines and services they have. Wanna know, book your tour! You won't be disappointed.

When I tried to cancel my membership, they instead have now sent me literally hundreds of…read morethreatening voicemails over the years. They call me every single day and threaten me. These people should be in jail.

Brandon is the best personal trainer. He meets you where you are, pushes you in an incremental way,…read morekeeps it simple so it doesn't feel impossible to maintain, and shares pearls of wisdom along the way. His recent brilliance: "Abs are made in the kitchen!". A memorable saying reminding us of the importance of diet in terms of physical health. I highly recommend him!

Brandon is a great trainer! I worked with him for a year and learned so much. 2x a week for most of…read morethe year and 3x a week towards the end. When reading the bios of all the trainers at my old gym, his was the only one that mentioned humor and I was like, "okay. this guy." He's upbeat, positive and never runs out of dad jokes. Pretty awesome, right? When I started out I was pretty sedentary and I had minimal knowledge of weight lifting but a desire to lift heavy. He safely trained me slowly(over months) working up strength. He shares knowledge about any/everything about it with the goal that you can learn to make your own workouts/lift on your own. I ask A LOT of questions. He patiently answered them all. Thanks Brandon! Very body positive and not fat-phobic at all! He's knowledgeable about nutrition and food habits and offers that info if asked but never made any assumptions about my goals. He has great local recommendations for body workers (is this the right word?) if you have any injuries you need worked on. His studio space has everything you need for a great workout. It's very clean and well lit. The AC is rockin'. The equipment is new and contemporary, nothing old or junky. Has a bathroom/changing room. Did I mention it is IMPECCABLY clean? I gained not only muscle but also the confidence to build my own workouts. I highly recommend training with Brandon!

I've been to many gyms in my 12 years living in New Orleans. This one is the best by far. It's…read moremore of a experience than a gym. They have a bar, a library, pool, ballroom, racketball, pickle ball court, and a half court basketball set up. On of the gym areas with the track above as originally a full court basketball area. That is my one complaint, for if that was still there this would be the best gym I've ever been to. Rumor has it the Lakers once scrimmage there. They have a cold plunge ice bath, I also wish they had a real cold dip, like they do at Oshner Harahan. The sauna is huge, and so is the steam room. Marble showers, this place is truly unique. It takes a while to get a hang of where everything is, there's so many different places to work out. Classes are rad, I've done hard body and boot camp so far lead by Tony. Who is this man BTW. Me and my wife pay 70 bucks each, which is a phenomenal deal! I'm gonna spend all summer here. Highly recommend this establishment!

5 Stars "This place is like stepping into a fitness time…read moremachine -- in the BEST way!" I loved working out here! The New Orleans Athletic Club isn't just a gym -- it's a whole vibe. From the second you walk in, it feels like old-school charm meets modern-day motivation. The building itself is gorgeous -- think chandeliers, brick walls, and history dripping from every dumbbell. The weight room? Massive. The cardio section? Plenty of options. The pool? Stunning and feels like something Gatsby would've done laps in. And don't even get me started on the boxing ring -- I half-expected to see Rocky training in the corner. There's even a Turkish bath. Yes, a Turkish bath -- where else are you gonna find that? The people were super friendly, and there was this kind of unspoken camaraderie in the air -- everyone's working hard but also vibing with the beauty of the space. I got a killer workout and a mini history tour all in one. If you're in New Orleans and want to sweat in style -- this is the spot. 10/10 will be back (probably sore but smiling).

Visiting from Philadelphia and just dropped in for one visit. The coolest thing about it is that's…read moreit's honor system! There's a QR code and you just scan that and get charged $10. A fridge with drinks is honor system too with water for a dollar. No onerous forms to fill out to avoid liability and no sales pitch. Owner was there and very nice. He has an adorable little dog that follows him around. Facility clean and has all the equipment you would need. Lots of aerobic machines. Guests friendly. It's not a spa. Ladies room so-so. It was clean tho. Free towels. I like that they have towels for cleaning equipment rather than wipes or paper towels. Will make this my go to gym when visiting NOLA in future.

It's an awesome no-frills gym for an unbeatable price…read more I used to go here when I lived nearby and hired a personal trainer (Coach Los and Tatyana - I think they may have moved since). It was the first time I learned how to use all of the machines, lift weights properly, and target specific areas. They even placed me in a small group for training when money was running tight. Everyone knew my name and gave me a warm welcome when I walked in. Coach Los and Tatyana truly changed my life by teaching me how to work out. My entire body changed and at first, I got extremely nervous because I got so muscular that my old clothes didn't fit anymore! But they talked me through it and explained that I was gainly much needed muscle and that gaining weight in my case was not a bad thing. I am so strong now and continue to use the techniques I learned from them when I lift. When I take flights and see someone struggling to get their luggage in the overhead, I just grab it and throw it up for them like I'm the Hulk!!!! : )