Crossfit 617 has everything you want in a box - great coaching, vtight knit community, loads of…read moreequipment, solid programming, and plenty of space. After spending COVID working out in my garage, I was missed having a community to keep me motivated in my workouts and 617 really delivered after I dropped in to check them out. I especially appreciate the programming at 617. Unlike other boxes that are geared towards advanced athletes, I find 617 to have a nice mix of movements with reps and weights that scale well across a broad spectrum of people. More emphasis on cardio as well. Other notes. It's easy to miss the building if you are visiting for the first time so look for the blue warehouse looking building sitting below the road. Also during busy classes, usually the morning ones, the parking lot can get quite busy and not fit enough cars. There is a lot in the park next door you can use and walk over.

I recently had a behind-the-scenes tour of CrossFit 617, and it had all the makings of an amazing…read moreplace to work out. The high ceiling lends itself to an open, airy and inviting atmosphere to work out in. The equipment itself - from free weights, to medicine balls, to bikes, are all in excellent shape. There's even an outdoor section, complete with rope climbs, tire flips, peg climbs, and other cool things I can only dream about watching on Ninja Warrior. However, as someone who's been to countless gyms in the past, what really makes or breaks a gym is its people - both the owners/management and the clientele. By this same token, what sets CrossFit 617 apart is its people. I had a chance to sit in on a class the following day - the sense of community and camaraderie between the instructors and clients was evident from the start. Everyone goes out of their way to make each other feel part of the family so to speak, and that goes a long way.

Great instructions to intro to pole dancing in a non- judgemental environment. I am happy they are…read morenow in Dorchester

I use to work out with Jess/Jynx in San Francisco and missed working out with her since she moved…read moreto Boston. Jess has been working hard to open her own studio (GILDED STUDIO) in Boston but due to COVID 19, hasn't been able to officially open yet. Fear not!!! One good thing for me (and any of her former clients in SF) that comes with a pandemic viral crisis is that her classes are now online! I've really enjoyed her HIIT the mat class which is some cardio with pilates and weights. A great mix to keep you happy, healthy and sweaty. I also took her stretch class last week (right after the HIIT class and Loved it!!) Who doesn't need to stretch these days- with all the sitting and overall lack of movement while we Shelter in Place. Occasionally there are some hiccups with ZOOM, but who hasn't had issues when the entire WORLD is using one platform to connect for work these days? So have some patience. Jess's classes 100% are worth it.

Kenny turned me around. 5 STAR!!…read more Truly Kenny and Erin and their team is truly dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself, but at a pace set for you so achieving your goals are attainable. If you are looking for a trainer in Savin Hill give Connected Through Strength your attention. If I could give 10 Stars I would.

Awesome gym and great community. The classes are small, easy to follow and have great guidance from…read morethe coaches. I enjoy the hybrid style in which you utilize weights and cardio. The warm up, circuit and AMRAP made sense, the exercises connected well, they were functional and under an hour. In the end I was gassed but felt amazing because was workout was really good. They also have good quality equipment (you cant go wrong with Rogue) and lots recovery tools all around.

Can't stay away, its a great workout every time and the mix of strength and hight intensity…read moretraining is perfect for the fitness junkie. Patrick (Packy) and his training team are all great instructors and the space has been retrofitted for pandemic safety with outdoor options for most workouts in the Pavillion. Have been able to build great bonds with the other clients as we all engage our own fitness to new challenges and have some nice laughs on the side.

Great place to workout. Friendly and welcoming environment, plenty of place and equipment, and…read morehelpful staff! The body pump classes with Mia are also amazing!! She is the best!

Clean space, welcoming environment and great trainers. Great variety of classes, I love it here!read more

I am not even sure 5 stars does this gym justice! 11 years ago I was in a car accident and was told…read moreI would never run/ walk far or work out really again. For 11 years I have been living in constant pain, could not sleep, and tried everything (I mean EVERYTHING). 4-5 months ago I started at lifted fitness after hearing some great things. I was skeptical because my hip (broken in the car accident has never been the same). Pat/Mo/Jordan, and all the instructors have tailored the workouts by giving me modified exercises, helped me with my form, and made me feel like I can do it! After the first two months of working out, and getting stronger, my pain started to go away! (Did I mention that I have not been pain free in 11 years!) I actually started to feel stronger, and see results I had not seen since my accident. The best part of my whole time at lifted fitness is I have been sleeping through the night, pain free, for the first time since my car accident! To be able to sleep pain free has been a dream come true! I never thought I would say this, but this gym has given me my life back. Just when I thought I would never feel normal again, Pat/Mo/Jordan and all the instructors helped me to achieve things I never thought possible. I can not thank them enough! This gym is more than a gym, but a community. Everyone supports/encourages/cheers each other on! The workouts are fun, and fly by! You will not regret giving this gym a try.

Pat and Mo are fantastic! I worked out at lifted for over 6 months and couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience. Their strength cycles are top-notch. The classes focus on functional strength and proper form while performing a variety of lifts. I learned a ton and quickly improved my overall fitness. If I hadn't moved out of the area, I'd still be in class every week!

I've had the same dentist since I was 6 years old. Dr. Christos Koumoutseas was my dentist since…read morehis days at a small clinic a bit further down Massachusetts, and we followed him here when he opened his own office. It's small but clean, and he's very good to the vietnamese community of Dorchester--always interacting with his patients both young and old, and never letting the language barrier hold him back. He employs a bilingual staff for this reason. He's got a terrible memory in that he always expects to see a chatty 6 year old bambling into his office when I make an appointment. Beyond the fond memories, he is completely professional and the place is friendly and immaculate.

Had the same dentist (Dr. Christos) ever since I was a young child. He is great and all but I'm…read moregoing to have to give this place a two star review based on his other employees. Now, I'm not sure of her name (just know that she's an Asian dentist) doesn't really pay attention to her patients while working on their teeth. From my personal perspective while I was have having my teeth cleaned, she seemed a bit off, and was more into gossiping with her collegue and talking rather than checking into her patients to see if they're doing well, what not. Ironically however because she wasn't paying attention, she accidentally hit one of my gums while cleaning thus making it bleed. I was very upset and not at all satisfied. This place once made me excited every time I had an appointment but I'm not sure if that excitement would stay with me for very long.

welcoming environment, large variety of classes with teachers that are motivating and helpful.read more

Fitness Unlimited is right down the street from me but I have never actually stepped foot inside…read moreuntil recently when I took a spin class here via ClassPass. Checking in was super easy. There was an iPad/tablet set up by the front desk where I was able to check myself in. I was not sure where the class was located but staff was very helpful and walked me downstairs to the spin class. Their upstairs/main level seemed to be where all the machines are and yoga/pilates classes. The gym was actually a lot bigger than I thought. Downstairs was where spin classes are held and they had a women's locker room down there as well. The locker room was clean, had showers, hairdryers, etc. This was the first spin class I have taken that was not through SoulCycle and the bikes were a little different but similar enough that I was able to figure it out. Overall, not a bad class. I'm used to a bit more choreography on the handle bars but still a nice class! I would totally switch to this gym if only they were open a little later because I do enjoy working out at night sometimes. Parking is a little tricky in this area. If there's not a spot on the main street (Granite), I would check on the side of Bruegger's Bagels or on Adams St.