I had such a negative experience here that I took the time to write this review. Please read entire…read morereview before deciding to move forward with Chalk or not. I did the 6 week challenge with Chalk. Below is my review for the challenge and the facility. Recommend doing the 6 week challenge? No. Why?: Their In Body Scan. (what they use to measure your body weight) Recommend their facility? Depends. Please read entire review. I did the lose 5% body fat in 6 week challenge. My first weigh in, I weighed 173lbs. Body fat % was 28.5% and muscle mass was 70lbs. Throughout the 6 weeks I definitely got stronger. I was able to do 3 pull ups (woo!) , when I wasn't able to do any prior to the challenge. My endurance and strength had definitely increased. I was very diligent with the diet and didn't miss a workout. The day of my final weigh in, I weighed myself at my gyms In-body scan (the same scan Chalk uses). My results were 163lbs, 21.1% body fat, and 74lbs of muscle mass. I drove straight from the gym to my final weigh in and the Chalk scan measured me as 163lbs (same) but 25.5% body fat and 69lbs of muscle mass. Somehow I had GAINED 4% body fat in 30 minutes and lost muscle mass. What baffles me the most is that it measured that I LOST muscle mass throughout the 6 weeks which even the trainers agreed was untrue. For more clarification, if you lost 5% body fat throughout these 6 weeks, you get your money ($600) back that you put in to the challenge. I feel as if I was straight up gypped. There is no way I lost muscle mass throughout that time. The numbers don't add up and it makes me lose all trust with their facility. The trainers made excuses on the machine on how it depends on how much water you drank and other variables. However, they were not interested in having another weigh in to where the numbers made sense. I am happy with my results and Chalk helped a lot, but I DO NOT TRUST THEM due to their final weigh in and how they handled it. I will not return. If you demand a more competitive workout environment while having a trainer, I recommend Orange Theory Fitness more. In conclusion: Pros: small classes, more attention (depends on what time of the day you go) Pros: easy to follow meal plan if you do the challenge Cons: in body machine Cons: no shower

Things I love: small group, clean fitness room, trainers could help everyone. People around you are…read morefriendly. 6 weeks challenge every weeks only require you to come 3 times, for beginners are very friendly to start to build a better life. They more focus on weights training, not cardio, good for people who wants build their muscles. If you like cardio more, then maybe this is not matching. Cons : those issues I list only for me. This is a small local company, only has one location, so if you don't work near or live close, it's hard to catch up the schedule. The reason I joined the program cuz I got a summer job on the bee cave area, but after summer. It's gonna be very hard to keep going there. I personally don't want to spend too much time on driving. Because the owner idea is doing a small group to help people who want to change their lifestyle, so the price is little bit higher than regular group training. But Definitely cheaper than private training lesson. Overall I liked very much so far. Hope they can have more locations in the future.

Charles is an awesome trainer!!…read more I've been attending his "group sessions" 2-3 times a week since January. They are very reasonably priced for personal training sessions which appeals to a penny pincher, like me. The group is of all ages shapes and sizes and I think just about anyone would fit right in (but he does offer one-on-one). I started seeing major results early on, not only in myself, but in the other members as well. The workouts are intense, but never over the top, and he has something different planned for every session. He also offers lots of evening sessions, which allows flexibility in my schedule. Charles really knows his stuff and you won't meet a nicer guy anywhere!

From the owner: My goal is to improve your strength and conditioning through fundamental movements such as the…read moresquat, deadlift, and press, which will help you perform daily movements with ease. As a personal trainer, I have worked with everyone from professional athletes to geriatrics as well as pre and postnatal clients. In addition to helping you take your fitness and athletic development to new heights, my goal is to keep my clients safe and educate them on how to lift and train correctly. Train in a judgement free environment. Learn how to make obtainable, realistic choices in your daily nutrition and how to set yourself up for success as you tackle the challenge of eating healthy. I am certified as a personal trainer by both the Cooper Institute and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Carmen is not only a talented personal trainer but she is an amazing human being. I have worked…read morewith trainers and practioners in the past that just go though the motions, but she is so present and thorough in her guidance. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the body, and helped me identify underlying issues with my body mechanics and breathing that I've been struggling with for years. Carmen is intuitive and compassionate, and beyond being an amazing trainer she is truly a healer. I cannot recommend her enough!

I wanted weight training with posture and technique as top priorities. Sitting all day does a…read morenumber on my health and posture. Over the past few months, Carmen's work with me has significantly improved how I feel throughout the day. With her training, I've discovered entire groups of muscles I never even knew I had. Mainly in my back. Building them up has made keeping decent posture easier throughout the day. That's my primary goal and it's clearly happening. I hold myself differently and feel more comfortable, especially at my shoulders and lower back. My lower back pain is gone. I sleep better and feel more confident walking around. Carmen has a real intuition for the body's movement, reminding me of my ballerina sister. Carmen can tell just by watching when something is off. She's also great to be around; whether it's the exercise, the company, or both, I'm always more cheerful leaving a workout. The app plus video also enables me to continue sessions while traveling. Anyone who can have her guidance is very fortunate.

I have been going to FinkFit since May 2018. I am not doing a boot camp just personal training. My…read moreobjective was muscle and strength I lost during a long illness. Well It is all back and some. I love working out outside in the shade and I am amazed by all the different types of exercise he has for me to do. I never get bored. Paul Is a very nice guy. He is always positive. Never says anything inappropriate. I am so glad I found hm. Also his charge is very reasonable..

I met Mr. Fink while training at my Karate Dojo and I recently started attending his weekly…read morebootcamp class. He is an extremely knowledgeable instructor and personal trainer. Not only is he a black belt in multiple martial arts, he is an ACE certified personal trainer as well. He has an incredible array of speed bags, heavy bags and other various training apparatuses at his studio. He also has an impressive gym, with everything one would desire or need for a total body workout. While although his classes are tough and challenging at times, he is not one to push you over your limits. See you out there

Evan at Blackbird is an exceptional trainer. My husband, brother (who has Down syndrome), and I…read morehave trained with him for over two and a half years, and he tailored our joint workouts to fit each of our interests, needs, and injuries. His thoughtfulness and deep knowledge made every session feel safe, effective, and motivating. As someone who used to skip workouts, I now genuinely look forward to them. We're now fitter and stronger than ever -- and that's entirely thanks to Evan's guidance. If you're looking for a smart, kind, and adaptable trainer who truly listens, Evan is the one.

I met with Brenda on my initial meeting so she can hear my concerns and give me a roadmap. She was…read moreincredibly knowledgeable and I did not feel uncomfortable or judged at all. She matched me up with Maria who is also knowledgeable and so sweet! I found my sessions to exciting and fun! She switched it up every time I saw her so i never knew what was coming! I loved that I was never too sore the next day to the point where It hurt to walk! She educated me in stretching correctly for areas I told her were my concern and gave me feedback for improvement. I got on a great start and definitely felt and noticed myself get stronger! I planned on coming back, however I ended up moving to New York for work. :-( I definitely recommend coming here especially if you don't know what you're doing like me!

Jenni Westerfeld is intelligent, generous and a fantastic coach! I used her services while I lived…read morein Austin for several years and am STILL relying on her long distance for her great advice and skillful insights! I also lost a lot of weight (45 lbs.) and she is part of the support system I used to do this. She is open minded and very "panoramic" in how she approaches problems and sees issues for what they are right in front of her rather than relying on any formulaic, rigid approach. I also appreciate that she has the right balance--she is neither too "heebie jeebie" (too New Age-y) but she is not like a military Army sergeant either. She is honest and forthright in her approach and very accepting of where you are. One of the absolute best coaches/personal trainers I've ever worked with and I have worked with several over the years...which is why I still check in with her on a regular basis.

From the owner: My name is Jenni Westerfeld. I am a Certified Personal…read moreTrainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist in Austin, Texas. I enjoy working with individuals and small groups of all ages. We train in a private studio conveniently located near downtown but surrounded by nature. The emphasis is on developing a functional, fit and healthy body by restoring good posture and core strength, improving balance, flexibility and stamina. Sound nutrition and a positive approach to lifestyle are an integral part of the program. And it is FUN!

David has infectious energy...that's his truest strength. He's a motivator to the tenth degree…read more I'm a fellow personal trainer (I don't work with or for him) and did his fitness rehab class when I needed and truly wanted to kick a sugar addiction. I went 21 days totally sugar-free and now have a much better relationship with the monster known as sugar. He is very organized in showing people how to implement a plan. He's very focused on the diet side and has come up with regimented guidelines on how to follow a diet plan. My only caveat is that while almost all of the foods he recommends were good suggestions, there was a questionable food choice on his list. He instructs clients with simple workout plans, as well...short bursts of intensity that don't take a lot of time and produce a lot of result. I recommend his work to others that need a lil rehab in their life. : )

My wife saw David's ad in Austin magazine and was on the fence about whether to take his class or…read morenot. I suggested that we take it together, and we did. Each of us shed 10 pounds in 3 weeks and had fun doing it. It turned out to be the start of a lasting lifestyle change for both of us. We're both healthier and look at nutrition in what I think is a more rational way. David uses a unique combination of life coaching, nutritional coaching, and physical training that worked--and continues to work--really well for both of us. There were people in the class who were overweight (like me) and already in shape but in need of a tune-up (like my wife), and his approach seemed to "scale" well across the spectrum of fitness. Highly recommended.

Mark is amazing, his workouts thoughtful and appropriate for all ages. I look forward to my…read moreclasses each week as adult recess...love the workout and my workout mates!

I have been going to Evolution for about 10 months now and it is a game changer for sure!…read more Unique and creative workouts that are always a little different but highly stressed on making sure the technique is correct for everything done. Mark is a great teacher and knows how to motivate. This is easily the best money spent each month to make sure I stay in great shape and has given me much better energy overall.