I want to start off by saying that I am currently a member of the gym and I have been for quite…read moresome time. I am rating the gym ok at 3 stars for a variety of reasons. I am going to start out with the worst thing or most disliked thing about the gym is the programming. The programming has no cycling to it and it seems completely random. You will do a weightlifting movement building strength in some form of rep scheme and then never touch it again workout for months. I have taken the CrossFit level 1 Certificate Course and that is not the way CrossFit is to be programmed. Second thing on programming is the workouts themselves. I would say at least 50% of the workouts have movements in them that only 1% of the gym can accomplish (ring muscle ups, bar muscle ups, chest to bar, rope climbs, etc) and there is no training for outside the 10 minutes or so in the class. Finally I will refer to the workouts again. The workouts that are programmed make you very susceptible to injury. What I mean by this is that one high rep movement, high rep squat movement and then the very next day you will do the same movement with another workout (high rep squats day one and then snatch squats Just yesterday on January 23rd the workout included 150 wall-ball workout and then today January 24th you have programming where 185lbs is over your head squatting with a barbell (another example of 1% of the class being able to do the movement or lift the prescribed weight). As someone who been injured before repetitive movements is where it starts and it will not go away. I will weight the equipment at a 5 and that is what holds my score up to a 3 overall. Almost all of the equipment is Rogue Fitness which is a great brand with one object here and there that is not. I rate the the coaching at a 3 because most of them are nice and truly care for you when it comes to working out and safety but some of them have no idea what they are talking about in regards to weightlifting or cardio work. They do not want you talking to any other gym member about how you learned something (weightlifting, cardio, double-unders, etc). The training has to come from them from their mouth otherwise you are potentially be called out for saying anything. I also find disappointing that they want to pick your pockets for any type of training outside of a normal class. I have never seen this in a gym before ever and it is disappointing. With the cost of this membership there should be no reason to do that. Drinks and food are fair enough to charge outside of membership fees because they have an actual retail cost to them. Every gym that I have been to has always has volunteer movement activities and this is my 7th gym I have been a member of. I know CrossFit gyms tend to be more expensive than others but $200 for an unlimited membership and then if you want to learn a new movement with a limited amount of people is ridiculous. Now they recently came out with weightlifting programming and if you want to do it outside of being with a coach you have "apply" like a job interview. The gym is way overpriced for what you get. This is one of 2 gyms in the Dumfries/Woodbridge area so are forced to choose. It is not worth the time or money to charge to teach a movement. Gym manager is a funny guy and I respect him but there needs to be some serious overhaul in the programming and cost to benefit analysis. The gym has recently gone through a change in ownership with same people who were already leading it and I hope it is for the good. I sincerely hope that they are able to make changes, preferably soon.

Super nice gym with ample equipment. Dropped in for a class with trainer Chris - he was really…read morefriendly and welcoming. Would recommend to anyone looking to get a good workout in!

This gym has been instrumental in helping me get into shape both mentally and physically…read more Blaise and Cheryl are excellent trainers who care about their clients, providing motivation and instruction in the gym and developing a plan to help you find success in the kitchen too. Would recommend this gym to experienced lifters and newbies alike.

Life Changing: after doing my first ever 10 week program with Blaise and some teammates,I can…read morehonestly say it has changed my life. Working out is now a way of life for me now and hope to continue working with Blaise at House of Champs

I have been training with Vinny for almost 6 months now. I suffer from EDS and an immune disorder…read morethat effects my joints and means I have extreme hyper mobility. My doctors had recommended strength training to help support my joints and prevent further degradation. Vinny had been great at teaching me correct postures and how to lift safely in the correct range of motion. He is great at balancing my pace with getting strong! In my six months, I have gone from deadlifting just the bar to over 195 lbs. I can feel the difference in my endurance and strength, and I plan to continue getting strong at the Lifter's Guild!

Me and my husband have been going to the Lifters Guild since January 2023. I have had 5 major…read moresurgeries with the last one being open heart surgery. In such a short period of time Vinny has changed my life. I am stronger and moving like I haven't in years. I can not believe the things I am able to accomplish. The privacy of my sessions with Vinny has given me the confidence I could never establish at a regular gym. My husband is having a great time and we are having a great time doing this together.

No, that' is incorrect information as I never once indicated my son had MMA experience and that is…read morea flat out lie. As instructors you are to ensure the safety of children that are in your care. You failed to do that as mentioned, I saw no activity from the instructors when my son was choking. This happened repeatedly and you should be ashamed of yourselves for calling yourself an instructor. At the start of class, your main concern was to get your liability form signed so you can negligently not take care of those who signed their rights over within your martial school. Animal control should be called for your aggressive dogs that you have open to the public. As you clearly said, "don't get too close" that enough tells you they're not safe to be around the public. The schedule you mentioned is only good for your school as you can maximize profits and not have to entertain different scheduling. So what if I pay the same price for my son attending your school half the time? Right? It's all about money first. My son was not safe and I would never ever not for 1 million years, bring my son back to your school. Your school should be closed to negligence. Parents please be aware and watch these instructors very carefully as I believe their actions speak for themselves. See if they are engaged or they hang out my the clock and focus on a countdown timer. As far as instructions, and from AI, from a child psychologist's view, young kids thrive on clear, consistent guidance but don't always need constant hand-holding. In martial arts, they might need frequent reminders early on to master steps or focus, especially if they're under ten. Structured repetition builds muscle memory, so gentle cues help without overwhelming them. As they grow confidence, ease up to encourage independence. I guess the instructors Ego's are more important than what's good for young children.

My son participates in the homeschool classes! He has grown so much just in his first year. He has…read morelearned coordination, self-defense, discipline, has made many new friends, and his confidence has grown so much thanks to Coach Joe!

Cannot recommend highly enough. Michelle and Chris set the standard for safe and effective personal…read moretraining. I can already tell I am moving in a stronger, healthier and in a more balanced way. So glad to have found them! We drive from Arlington just to see them and would gladly drive farther!

Super awesome. Chris and Michelle have established a space that reflects their intention to assist…read moreyou to achieve your goals. I worked with Chris as he did an assessment, got to know me, and together we set measurable goals. He is focused, informative-there is theory behind his reasoning, and you will be challenged. The equipment is clean and many options, including ice bath and sauna.

I have previously worked with personal trainers. However, when I moved to Woodbridge I decided to…read morejoin a big name gym and do it alone. After a few years of throwing money at something I was not really utilizing, I decided to try personal training again and turned to Core Effects. Following my initial assessment, Ariana advised me to join their small women's group to slowly build my strength as my body transitioned out of the sedentary rut I had been in. The small women's group has been the best money I have spent on my health. The times and the program work for me. And I especially enjoy the personal attention and challenge of the exercise routines. Core Effects has really helped me reassess how I look at my health. After the first month of doing the training, I immediately noticed how less tired I was. Over time, I have also noticed how much more muscle and strength I have. I highly recommend Core Effects and the small women's training group to any woman looking to get serious about their health.

Ariana is awesome! She is very patient and targeted my sessions to meet my needs. There is no…read morecookie cutter type routine, I never knew what to expect. Each session was different and very rewarding. If I had concerns I would voice them and Ariana would listen...she pushed me but never excessively. Ariana is very supportive and has her client's best interest in mind. If you are looking for a great personal trainer, I highly recommend Ariana! I promise you won't be disappointed.

We attended a weekend birthday party here and had an amazing time!…read more Kiddos age two to ten took over the ENTIRE gym and had free play on all the equipment ropes, swings, balance beam, vaults, and more while an experienced staff supervised and kept everyone safe. They were friendly, upbeat, and the same teachers from the daytime classes. I was especially worried about my youngest since she is teeny tiny, but they kept special watch over her and because of their supervision she was able to try out almost all of the same equipment as the big kids. After the event, guests were led upstairs for a pizza and cake in a private loft. Besides the fact that it smells like a gym (understandable because that's what it is), we all had a great, low-key, time. I hope our host ends up doing something like this again next year because it was a blast for everyone involved.

This is really a 3.5 star review, but as Yelp only allows full stars, I'll tilt to the 4!…read more We've been going here for awhile. My daughter attended a friend's birthday party here and we signed up for lessons. And so most of the review is geared towards that kind of experience. If you are just coming for a day and some fun though, it is 5 stars because the gym is fun and there's more than enough to keep kids entertained for well over an hour! The Good: The price for lessons (once a week) is very reasonable. My daughter has definitely learned a lot (she can now cartwheel and is working on flips. She can do crunches hanging on a bar and even shimmy a bit up a rope). More important, she really enjoys it and has continued to enjoy it over time (and she is someone who tends to burn out on activities pretty quickly). They have a big loft that parents can sit at and see the entire facility, which is nice. And they definitely do a good job balancing classes for committed gymnasts and those doing it as an extracurricular. The Bad: The location isn't great. There is very little parking there and it is so chaotic as people come and go that I'm amazed nobody's been injured in the scrum of arrival/departure (and it doesn't seem Novak's is interested in trying to manage the situation). There doesn't appear to be a lot of continuity in the instructors (i.e., they seem to change frequently) and I don't get much feedback on how my daughter is doing. The website could also be improved to include a more functional parent's portal. But the program and gym itself is good and the people are friendly. If you're looking for a good gymnastics program at a reasonable price, this is it.

A neat and intimate CrossFit gym. It's got all the necessities and niceties requisite for a…read morecollaborative and team atmosphere. Pricing, plans, and schedule for well with my schedule. And the coaches are top shelf.

Great coaches, clean facility and ample equipment. Awesome people and WODs! Super happy to call…read moreCrossFit B.O.B. my box!