Was a good place to workout before they "updated" the equipment. They greatly reduced the amount of…read moremachines to make room for free weights. The 30 minute circuit was removed from its area and now supplements the machines they removed so the gym doesn't look sparse. This means it is almost impossible to complete a 30 minute circuit in time (and keep your heart rate up) because you will have to wait for the people who camp out on the machines to rest between their 3 sets on one machine. The majority of people there camp out on machines texting or scrolling on phones while they rest. It takes awhile to complete muscle groups on machines because of this. Until this location brings back the dedicated 30 minute circuit and adds machines back, I will not return. Joining another gym next month. Sad about management's change to attract free weight body builders by losing members who prefer machines and a quick workout. I really liked it before the change and referred a lot of people there.

This used to be a great location, until they "updated". They deleted many machines I used daily,…read morethere is no more 30 minute work out room, it's basically unorganized. I will not go back to this location.

Great place to train. Marlon is very good. He understands the clients and what is best for them to…read moredo. Good training and an enjoyable time. You don't have to worry about getting injured or being asked to do something that you cannot do. I highly recommend it.

I'm a personal trainer and have had the chance to work with Marlon personally. He is very…read moreknowledgeable about his work, extremely qualified for the services he offers. What I love about his work is that he takes the time to assess the client overall to determine which muscles are of primary importance to stretch and which muscles are of primary importance to strengthen. That is the first thing you want in a trainer is good detective work. He is patient and easy going with a strategic plan in mind to improve the client's performance and function for daily life routines while building a nice physique in the process! His studio is in the heart of English Village, extremely convenient. I love that there are no studio prices currently, so his price is very affordable. I highly recommend Marlon and his services.

My son comes here for rookie class. They provide sports training and basically we come here to get…read morethat 1 hour of physical activity recommended for every kid in order to avoid obesity. He doesn't have any friends to play with or after school child plays which we all used to have growing up so I bring him here to keep him active. My son absolutely loves this place!! He doesn't get lazy or doesn't give me excuse not to come here even one single time. We come around 3 to 4 times a week and he looks forward to going everytime . He is getting stronger and quicker in his other sport activities also. His trainer Anthony is Just fantastic!The work outs are intense enough to break a sweat but also fun enough for the kids to look forward to go each time. Overall nice place I would definitely recommend for your young ones !!

By far my favorite place to work out in Birmingham. All of the coaches are knowledgeable and make…read moreeach one of the workout sessions enjoyable while making sure you push yourself to do your best. If you haven't checked it out, I would definitely recommend.

Great ownership who truly care about their members. If you're interested in competing in strongman…read moreor powerlifter then this is the place for you.

If you're looking for a place to workout without worrying about being too crowded, this is the…read moreplace to be! They have a membership cap. They want to keep this a semi-private gym and that makes me feel way more comfortable with going to the gym. I know that people probably don't care about me and what I am doing, but I still feel self conscious when it comes to working out. Alex is my trainer and she's the sweetest! Her and her husband (Chuck) started up at the beginning of Covid (in their garage) and is now running a huge space. I was fortunate enough to hear about them because we live in the same neighborhood. I've purchased memberships at big name gyms and it was all wasted money. I actually love going to Ellison Fitness and I am totally getting my money's worth. I highly suggest giving them a try.

Here is my post challenge review. I never thought I was…read more"in good enough shape" to work out 4 days a week. Turns out I was wrong. Putting the deposit down was actually great because it made me force myself to go 4 days a week and follow the meal plan too. Honestly without the deposit I would have never had the results I had. I was truly amazed that I was able to go workout 4 days a week and do it to that level of intensity. The trainers, Heather and Zack, are truly amazing people. It was truly a pleasure to be around them. I also met a lot of amazing people and we worked out as team and became friends along the way. This experience went much much better than I ever thought it could have and that's all because of Zack and Heather and all the other amazing challengers giving it their all every week. I learned self control with my eating following the meal plan they give you and that I actually do have time to exercised 4-5 times per week. Also my stamina increased so fast. I went from a couch potato to running 3 - 3.5 miles in 3 weeks. I ran one day week and did the challenge 4 days a week just to make sure I made my goal and got my deposit back. I lost 25 pounds in my 6 week challenge and enjoyed myself while I was doing it.

I would definitely recommend Firm Body Bootcamps for anyone who is sick of the gym and wants a…read moreprogram they will commit to! The workouts for each day combine strength and cardio, but are also well thought out as to not become monotonous. There are classes for many locations around Birmingham such as Trussville, Gardendale, Homewood, 280, etc. I really enjoy the group atmosphere and how everyone pushes each other in a non-intimidating environment. What I love most about Firm Body Bootcamps is the owner really cares that you get results! Try it out, and I promise you won't be disappointed!

If you're looking for a gym with a personal trainer with nutritional and evidence based fitness…read moreknowledge, Fit 280 is your best choice. Del, the personal trainer, will listen to what your fitness goals and create a realistic plan to help you achieve what you want. For me, I wanted to know the benefits about intermittent fasting, an appropriate meal plan, and an exercise routine to help me lose my abdominal fat. Del took the time and effort to write up on a marker board what exercises to do, what food to eat, and completely answer my knowledge gaps. In just 6 weeks, I was able to drop my body fat percentage by 5%. It wasn't easy, but I couldn't have done it without Del's help. Aside from personal training, there are 1 hour early morning + late afternoon classes Monday to Friday (and Saturday mornings) in which you will do extensive circuit workout routines. These are extremely helpful because these routines are both challenging and motivational. Del oversees each person and develops a plan whether it's weight loss or weight gain. The gym has squat racks, bench press bars, ropes, cycles, and much more. It is extremely well ventilated, several clean bathrooms, and cubicles to store your belongings. Water is available in a small refrigerator. The atmosphere is relaxed. Every gym member is chill and super supportive. I would highly recommend this gym and Del to anyone looking for fitness classes or personal training in Birmingham!

From the owner: What makes us different than other studios or gyms is that you aren’t joining a gym, you’re hiring…read morea coach! We design and implement personalized training plans for every aspect of weight loss. In short, we offer personal training that doesn't end when you walk out the door. Each client is in constant contact with their trainer whenever they need help, is given a program to follow even on the days that they aren't working with their trainer, and is given constant workout and nutritional updates throughout their weight loss journey. Here, at Fit 280, we pride ourselves on giving realistic and easy to follow nutrition guides. We do not crash diet our clients and we do not deprive clients of their favorite foods if we can help it. Another great thing about Fit 280 is every member that walks through the door is a training client. There are no general gym members to crowd the facility.

I met the awesome owner, Nate, through being in a small group with his wife. He is knowledgeable…read moreabout health, wellness, and nutrition. This gym's primary focus is strength training vs. HIIT or cardio (as you could probably infer from the gym name). As someone who has struggled with body image, disorder eating, and gym intimidation, a gym being able to make me feel included and comfortable really is a BIG thing. The trainers (& other members) know you by name and are real life normal people! The location has moved to awesome/beautiful space near Pepper Place as well. I've been at Steel for over a year and am very satisfied with my experience! If you've been looking for a place to call your fitness home, I cannot recommend enough.

I don't like to workout. I'm not a gym person. I don't flex. I hate squats with a passion…read more But I knew my health was in the toilet and that I needed help. A few friends had tried Steel Strength Training and only had great things to say. I knew I needed a program that I could actually maintain rather than try for a few months and fall off, and they seemed like the perfect fit. After speaking with Nate, the owner, I came in early one morning for an initial consultation. He showed me around the gym and explained the program to me. We even tried a few workouts to gauge where I was and talked over my goals and what I needed to get out of the program. The rest, as they say, is history. I've been with Steel for over six months now and show now signs of stopping. They give you the tools you need to succeed inside and outside of the gym. I'm stronger than I've ever been and have a level of flexibility and movement that I never thought I could have. I still don't like the gym but there's a huge difference between not liking something and dreading it. I don't dread going to the gym anymore. I can see results both physically and mentally and that's the best part. I have so far to go but I know I'll reach my goals with Steel Strength Training. If you want a gym that gives you a sustainable plan that you can stick to, try these guys out!