SCAM ALERT - This gym advertises a Challenge which is supposed to be free if you succeed, however, they have no intentions to ever give you your money back. I did this challenge as well as my friend Miranda. She signed up in April 2019 and completed and succeeded at the 6 week challenge in May 2019. She asked for her deposit back of $399, as per the advertisement, the challenge is free: if you succeed you get your deposit back. However, they refused to refund her her deposit and they only tried to force her into becoming a member and signing a 1 year membership which starts at over $2000/year. She did not accept and to this day she has not received her money back. Unfortunately for me, I only found this info out about my friend Miranda recently. I myself joined the 6 Week Challenge in November 2019. I was extremely dedicated to succeed and lose a lot more than the 6% body fat needed to succeed at the challenge. In the first 2 weeks, I attended 10 classes at the gym, started a Keto diet and counted calories, went biking 4 times losing over 1000 calories each time and went to 4 hot yoga classes. I lost 10 lbs in the first 2 weeks. My body was already transformed and I no longer was embarrassed of my body. I already lost about 6% by then. After 1 week, their machine to measure body fat said I only lost 0.8%. This was not possible, but since it was the 1st week I didn't make a big deal about it. I was told that if I were dehydrated, the machine could indicated a bit of a higher body fat than the truth. I drink a ton of water daily. The following week, I made sure to drink even more water so that this excuse couldn't be used again. Their machine said I was now fatter than when I started. This is after 2 weeks, when I had lost 10 lbs of fat and was no longer embarrassed to take my shirt off. The machine obviously was defective. It is now a fact. I went to play beach volleyball with friends the next day and took my shirt off for the first time. I was very proud. I hurt my left wrist and my right shoulder. This alone was reason to abandon the challenge. I kept going. I couldn't work out anymore but I kept on with the diet. I went to the gym twice for a class that improves mobility. I still lost a bit of fat that week. Their machine said I was as fat as when I started. This time they admitted there was something wrong with their machine, finally, and that we will now measure my body fat manually with a caliper, the skin fold method. To come back on Monday, 2 days later, for the measurement. That monday, I got sick. Reason again to abandon the challenge, I was now injured and sick. I persisted on. I kept on with the diet and 5 days later I was back in the gym for 2 classes and they measured my body fat again with their machine, just for fun. It was now saying that I was fatter than when I started. I started at 23.5% body fat. I told them I know myself, having done body building and trained for a competition when I was 20, and I should be at around 15% body fat. Michael, an owner, measured my body fat manually and said I was at 14.5%. Finally! That was accurate and made sense. The following week I was just doing the minimum to continue the challenge as I was still injured and kept on with the diet. After 5 weeks I was at 14.2% body fat, measured manually by Michael. To succeed at the challenge I needed to lose 6% and drop down to 17.5%. So I had already succeeded at the challenge but not officially yet. Four days before the final weigh in, Ryan, another owner, texted me. He kept on about the final weigh in would be Friday, I needed an appointment and they will use their machine and nothing else to determine if I succeeded or failed at the challenge. My deposit was $499 and I definitely wanted my money back. Because of traveling for work, I couldn't sign up to be a member of the gym quite yet, but maybe in the future I would have considered it. I went on to explain that in my case, at least, we cannot use their machine to determine my body fat as it failed at least 3 times in a row and has now proven to be defective. They know this, which is why and only why we started measuring my body fat manually. Ryan just reiterated that only the machine would be used to determine my success and ignored completely anything I said about my considerations about this and my concerns. I even told him they also have my before pictures and this could be used. Even the third owner, Sylvia, had said after week 4 that we could always use my Before pictures. But Ryan did not address this nor respond to this. He simply reiterated the same thing again. After threatening to sue them if they scammed me, and talking to Michael and emailing Sylvia for help, they decided to cancel my challenge and refund me. It took over a month for me to get my money back. This whole experience was a complete nightmare and I do not recommend this gym to anyone. If they were honest, fair, had integrity, why cancel my challenge? read more

Physical Culture Gym - Gyms Near Me - Dubuque, Florida

Apparently, a couple of years ago this gym ran some kind of challenge that wasn't a hit for some people since the only three negative reviews are about that. If those reviews have turned you off, reconsider. We started coming here a few weeks ago and they're not doing challenges... just offering solid training. I was a Crossfitter at a solid box for four years until life and an injury got in the way. I spent a year doing physical therapy and refining my technique and now coach posture and movement with an online company. We just moved to the area and were planning on finding another Crossfit box... but found this instead. So glad we did. I still love Crossfit, but it can really beat you up and there's often the risk of overtraining. The coaches at Physical Culture push you enough to challenge you, but not so much that your body can't move the next day. This allows you to enjoy the work you're doing and be ready to come back the next day for more. Class sizes are still small, so the coaches are able to really pay attention to what you're doing and give pointers on how to improve form. A couple of the reviewers I saw complained about the price, which as of this post is @ $150 monthly. Well, if you're looking for a place with mirrors and lights so you can stare at yourself while you do biceps curls or bore yourself to death on a treadmill, then maybe that $30 a month gym down the road is for you. You get what you pay for. If you're still committed to "embracing the suck" of a Crossfit metcon and occasionally being so sore that it hurts to just to sit on the toilet (here's looking at you, Fran), have at it. But if you're interested in something in between... something that makes you sweat and helps you build muscle while still allowing you to USE those muscles in the same day, this is where you want to be. *Side note: they also offer Kinstretch, youth athletic development, and twice a week Muay-Thai classes. read more

First, let me start off by saying that Ryan, Michael, and Ray had very good classes. I'm very shy when it comes to working out but I can honestly say that their classes are very good. I'm usually either happy or really tired after a workout with these guys. They seem to care about what they want to put into their classes. I felt like I want to follow them because they are really fit. If this was a review on the classes alone, I would whole heartedly give a 5/5. However, the membership I signed up with was a terrible choice for me. I really wish that they didn't keep insisting what they were doing was right because it was incredibly unfair. I signed up with a facebook clickbait ad for a "free 6 week challenge". Big mistake. It was $400 for six weeks if I lost 25 lbs in six weeks. The CDC and just about everywhere you read says that you should only be losing a maximum of 2 lbs a week. Just because you can lose more than that does not mean that it is good for your body. There was an option for people to lose 6% of their weight, which would have been an easy 1-2 lbs for me. But, they gave me the more difficult option. I've seen other women right around my size and weight with only a 6% loss challenge and I swear, that is INFURIATING. They kept trying to show me success stories with their current members, but I swear not one of the women LOST 25lbs. It doesn't matter whatever meal plan that they are putting out for people to do. They were expecting me to lose over 4 lbs a week for six weeks! If you thought that was the only bad part, you are wrong. Then, they told me that my deposit of $400 would be "pretty much" given back to me if I signed up for their weekly unlimited classes for $30 a week. That was a $9 discount from their regular price of $39 a week. WOW. Of course I'll save $400 after 52 weeks but I would have spent $1560 for GROUP CLASSES a year! How can you justify asking for so much money when there's gyms everywhere with group classes asking for only $20-30 a month? 1. They should have offered me other options. I would have gladly spent $40 a week for six weeks, paying $240 instead of $400 for some quack impossible UNHEALTHY challenge. 2. If I'm paying $400 for 6 weeks at a gym, you better have a nice sauna, fresh towels, valet parking, and free smoothies. There's only two showers and during a mid-day use, I saw that it wasn't frequently cleaned out that day. The plaza that this gym is in is an utter and complete DUMP and I wish I just walked out like I initially wanted. 3. I just wished I went to Iron Fit Performance instead. Buyer beware. Maybe they will only ask you to lose 6% of your body weight. I don't know why they set me up for failure from the get go, but I hope their actions towards me is worth it to them. Bad testimonials don't have to happen. I've given them countless chances to rectify this without being too pushy and we just couldn't reach a good medium. I wasn't even asking for money back. If they would have offered me something to make up for overcharging me, I wouldn't be writing this pain scathingly long review. read more

So I used to be really stressed out and anxious like on a daily basis. I felt pain in my chest, headache/migraines, lots of negative self talk, always looking down wherever I went, wore oversized clothes to hide, never owned a bathing suit even in FL!! I thought people who paid for gyms had extra money somewhere to "waste" and that I wouldn't have the money or energy even if I wanted to go. I also thought eating healthy was expensive. But I was wrong. It's not impossible to be a healthy person. It's actually necessary. After my 6 week challenge, I stopped having chest pain and headaches are to a minimum and usually mean I need more water. I've lost unhealthy weight but even more than that, I've gained control over my life maybe for the first time ever. I've never felt this good before!! The coaches at this gym are truly like no other. They have the best advice and viewpoint on fitness. You won't find this at other gyms. You're paying for an amazing experience here. I can't say enough good things. This is for anyone looking to change their life, not temporary change. You will get out of this what you put into it. read more

Highly recommend for any fitness or ability level. Ryan and the staff are extremely knowledgeable and are genuinely interested in helping you. read more

I signed up at this gym for a 6 week challenge on a whim from an ad on Facebook. I have had a rough time losing weight and sticking to any form of "diet". I have joined gym after gym over the years and have never EVER stuck to it for more than maybe 2 weeks? I am now on my 8th week of going 4 times a week and I absolutely LOVE it. I am completely addicted to these classes. The coaches are awesome and have helped me tremendously. They pay attention to my form and they make it fun! I leave every single day sweating my butt off but feel AMAZING. The best part is that I can SEE a huge difference in my body. I am sleeping better.. my energy is much higher and I am just generally happier. Could not recommend this gym more. read more

I have worked out at many gyms with different styles of programming over the years and I can honestly tell you that I am so happy to have found Physical Culture Gym and that I decided to do the free mobility screening and first work out. I will be a member for life. I look forward to every workout with this great community of people. I am very impressed with the professional level of service coach Michael and coach Ryan provide and their knowledge of fitness. They are attentive and make sure everyone is doing exercises and movements to their skill levels. Even in a group class with multiple people of all skill levels I feel as though I have a personal trainer who knows me, my limitations, my strengths and is working to push and challenge me to safely improve my skills. I am learning so much about using good form and utilizing my muscles properly. Under their instruction, my strength and mobility is coming back and better than ever after suffering a couple minor working out related injuries (while at a different gym, lower back and tennis elbow). Thank you Sylvia, Michael and Ryan for all that you do. read more

Great gym , trainers/coaches , atmosphere. Starts from the beginning - walking through the door to welcoming people smiling ready to help improve your life. Like many others I've been to lots of other gyms and attempted to do things on my own to save money or because I thought I knew it all.. man have I been wrong ! I took the chance here and it paid off ! The technique and style in which you learn is like no other .. the trainers/coaches/ owners are truly there to help & support you ! I've never once witnessed a negative interaction or awkward situation. They ensure that the environment is always a 10/10. Regardless of the class being 20 people or 4 people the coaches are still teaching and pushing you the same way, making you feel great along the way. This is the best I've felt in years and years! Initially I thought there is no way I'm paying this to workout ... but I can honestly say the experience I've had for the 6 weeks has blown away expectations & I will be continuing to build @physical culture . Can you really put a price on your short term & long term health ? NO you can't stop making excuses and start the journey. Thank you all read more

I am a pitcher at Hamilton College and have worked with Ryan and the Physical Culture staff for over 5 years. Their knowledge of the body and performance is second to none. They are always engaged and to this day I learn something new every time I go in! Whether you're a college athlete or a beginner this is the place for you. They take the utmost care with each client and their classes offer everything I've needed. This is absolutely the place if you want to invest in your health! read more

Great gym to train in! A lot of equipment for all sort of training to choose from! Atmosphere is great as well, everyone is very respectful and polite. Would recomemd it to everyone who is serious about training ! read more

Bait and switch! There is no free 6 week Challange unless you pay $500 up front. And you can't pay for a one month membership to check it out. You have to sign up for one year commitment. You don't know this until you've talked to them (talk only not get to see their classes at all) for an hour and a half. I definitely felt like I was being scammed by the end. :( read more

This Gym is amazing, it's the perfect fit for people who are serious about making a change in your life to be healthy. I was pretty physically active in school I remember being around 215lb after finishing my senior year football season(2011). Afterwards however I didnt do anything physically demanding since, I worked a normal desk job and when I started going to the classes I was 255lb. After 6 weeks of classes (I prefer the Rise and Grind morning workouts)and eating the right foods I was able to lose 21lbs and still going. This isn't a diet or a get slim quick trick. The change isn't going to happen overnight. By putting in the effort and feeling the difference in my strength and endurance, challenging myself with each workout, getting to see the results now has made it all the more worth it for me. read more

Signed up for the advertised FREE 6 week challenge which after being at the orientation for forever (about 2 hours) and Slyvia convincing me that I NEEDED this in my life she casually says so it's ONLY 399.00. I said no she opted for me to pay 39 a week to join then gym which they would ultimately end up getting almost 2,000 dollars from me over the course of a year. Which was a win win on their end. False advertisement. The 399.00 then can get applied to your account if you choose to stay but if not that's the cost of the challenge. Your then expected to pay another few hundred dollars on vitamins. Complete scam. The entire process they want you to market their business. Legit there's a schedule for you to post about them leaving little time to even focus on the challenge. The meals are extremely unhealthy ultimately making you feel ill. Terrible experience. You can tell Sylvia and her husband are extremely money hungry and care nothing about you as everything was downhill after the payment was made. Sadly that's the world we live in these days. The fact of the matter is there is nothing FREE about your program so how is anyone suppose to trust anything you have to offer when you lie about the prices. Slyvia then responded to a previous review in a passive aggressive manner to try to act as if I was not compliant or budgeting was the issue. I suppose that's what she has to write to continue to make her self look good. I've actually been doing well now that I'm not starving myself. Of course anyone would see results when they're starving themselves like your program ask for. Your prewritten diet is faulty when every individual is different. This all goes back to you milking customers for money to promote you with nothing in return. I will continue to deter people from this scam. read more

Physical Culture Gym - States it's free however its 399.00. False advertisement. - Gyms Near Me - Dubuque, Florida

Best culture, amazing staff and results. IF your looking to have a custom program tailored to meet your goals with fitness and health this is the place. I've been to chiropractors, other gyms and through the run of diet/workout programs. This place has many options from MMA, unique classes, personal training and cutting edge workouts. It's a bit of a drive for me but worth it read more