I work out RJ and he has bee the best fitness trainer I…read morehave ever encountered. He keeps me motivated, encouraged and I love the energy he brings to every workout. He is fun and exciting person to be around. He works you hard and he is no joke so, there will be pain and sweat so you can reach your goals.

Unprofessionalism at it's best. I was shorted what I paid for because I did not respond to his text…read moreconfirmation within 2 hours of him sending. Even after making it very clear that he was not required to reply when I tried to confirm appointments and even counted it as a no show when I tried to text him multiple times to confirm to no response. But he dropped me as a client after texting me once and I didn't respond within 2 hours during a work day. Seems a bit unfair to me. Also, his Olympic lifting form is dangerously bad, he shouldn't be teaching it to anyone. All claims about professionalism and true and documented. I just had a terrible experience and feel sort of scammed.

Can't say enough good things about this gym. I started going a little over a month ago and I walked…read morein there with so many pain issues in my low back, mid back, upper back and neck that I'd been dealing with for about 15 years. The disuse of the muscles due to pain has caused a lot of problems with my shoulders, hips and plenty more. I've spent a fortune over the years going to massage, PT and Chiropractic only to ever get temporary relief. I went to The Club with hopes of developing long lasting strength and stability. During my initial consultation the owner said right off the bat that Jesse was the right fit for me. His training and credentials were impressive and we got started right away. Turns out he was right. Based off the intake and symptoms I described, Jesse knew exactly what to focus on and developed an individualized plan to fit my needs all the while being aware of my limitations. I've been training for a little over a month now and I couldn't be happier where things are at. There was a pain between my shoulder blades that I thought would always be there that doesn't hurt at all. My low back is more stable and is holding up longer and longer. Im doing exercises I never thought myself to be able. For the first time in my life I feel hopeful that having a ton of pain might not be a lifelong issue which every doctor and specialist has told me it would be. Aside from my personal experiences...the gym itself is great. The equipment and machines are all kept in great condition. The gym isn't very big but they have everything you need and it's perfect for a personal training gym. I've never had to wait for a machine or piece of equipment. The entire staff is friendly and welcoming. And I think that covers everything. Like I said...only good things to say about this gym. Worth every penny.

I have been going to The Club almost since it opened, although not consistently until about 2 years…read moreago. Since that time I have been working with Steven and he has changed my life. With his guidance and training, I no longer am getting cortisone shots in both hips, am much stronger and leaner than women much younger than myself. Everyone is professional and I never have any hesitation about training with anyone else in the event Steven is not available. Boot camp on Saturdays are complimentary for anyone, member or not, and the weekends just wouldn't be the same without it!

So this is not my first Orangetheory location... I do appreciate how consistent their gyms are, one…read morething they all have in common is how great the coaches are. In particular, I really enjoy Coach Marcus. I show up at 5 AM and he is raring to go... When I start, I'm always uncertain if I'm going to make it through my 60 min work out, but by the time I'm done, I am pumped but tired and really glad that I came. In addition to celebrating just showing up, Marcus has also celebrated my sobriety with me... When he sees me, he asked me "how many days?" and at first I thought he was talking about my workouts, but then I realized he remembered that I had gotten sober and he was Checking in with me for encouragement. This is not just a gym... It's a little bit of family. They all want to see you succeed. It's not the least expensive option, in fact it's not even close to it... But it's worth every penny. I will certainly keep coming as long as it's in my budget.

Have you ever joined a gym and didn't see results? Orangetheory Fitness is NOT that! If you are…read morelooking for a physical transformation with personal coaches pushing you, and you enjoy workout-classes, this is it! I started with OrangeTheory Fitness (OTF) Tacoma, before the University Place branch studio opened, and my husband joined UP OTF as a new grand-opening-member. We used to go to the 5am classes together until Covid shut everything down. UP OTF kept calling me on the phone to rejoin, and after many bad-habits (overeating, drinking, late-night snacking, lack of exercise, binge-watching and sedentary-habits) formed and I was embarrassed of my weight-gain, I rejoined OTF UP last May. The thing I love about Orangetheory is, you really don't need to think: just show up! The coaches take over and when you leave, you'll be a sweaty mess! I can never get THAT good of a workout (burning 500 calories) on my own at a gym in under an hour (50 mins) in comparison. So, I've been showing-up, and guess what happened? My inner-athlete came out! My old-college-athlete, buried deep within my now post-50-year-old body, came out. My desire to improve and change took over. It was buried DEEP within me, under those layers of extra 35 pounds I'd gained post-COVID, plus another 20 pounds post college, but it became awakened! Orangetheory Fitness says, if you show up with the desire to change, you will burn 500 calories every class! I also joined Noom, an app on my phone to track and teach me about my dietary habits, as I knew I wanted to improve my nutrition habits. The combination of eating healthy + OTF, in the past 9 months I've successfully lost 37 pounds! And I'm stronger and healthier! I love the coaches encouragement and the music, at OTF. What they do is research evidence-based, so they will call you out by your name! They will push you to use heavier weights or run harder and faster. I needed that! I needed the push from people who care to help get me across my finish line of personal goals. I wasn't able to lose the weight on my own: I'd tried for years! I didn't stop exercising during Covid, but walking my dog isn't the same as being told to lift heavy weights. And when was the last time I'd chosen to run hard on a treadmill at another gym? I never chose the treadmill! And I would never get on a rower for 20 minutes! But at OTF I do! It's that herd-mentality of if the entire group is doing it, I will too! And at OTF I do what I'm told, and I love the results!

This gym was my second home for a couple of years. I loved this place. I loved the people…read more My observations while training here... -Gym and equipment was always clean. -Coaches were knowledgeable. -The students were super cool! The people I trained with made it feel like family. -Kids/Jr's program was amazing! My children absolutely loved it. I watched in astonishment as my kiddos kept progressing! Looking to train? Stop by 253BJJ! I'm definitely glad I did. Mike Gayle @thebjjoiler

My dad has trained with Michael Proctor for a few years now. They have been trying to get me into…read morethe art ever since my dad started. Finally, when I went to college, I decided I needed a new hobby so I decided to train jiu jitsu [In the town I went to school]. When summer came along, Michael Proctor and his team took me in with open arms. Since joining his academy, I have come to find a second jiujitsu home where I am always welcome. Some specific notables for this gym? 1. The techniques are very.... technical, as they should be. Michael Proctor really does know the art. He knows how important the little details are and he instills that knowledge in our training every day. Also - a side note with Michael and his techniques: If Michael sees one person needing help on specific escapes, positions, or submissions, he will cater the class' curriculum for that person. He does this for everyone, not only his shining stars. 2. VERY CLEAN FACILITIES. Michael makes sure the mats are always clean. I wouldn't be surprised if he told me that he mops the mat multiple times after just one training session. He takes a lot of pride in the team's hygiene, emphasising the importance of handwashing, shoe-wearing, and gi-washing. 3. The energy in the room is always positive. It is not uncommon for the class to start off with a few jokes. Michael keeps it light and it makes a fun environment to train in. People feel like family when they come in because they are treated as family. I highly recommend this gym to anyone who has a bellybutton.

This is the cleanest brightest and friendliest gym on the plateau. The staff does an excellent job…read moretaking care of the equipment. Furthermore it is very obvious the second you open the door that the person who secured the equipment for the gym went to college for securing gym equipment or something. The machines are intentional, high quality, and YELLOW. Everyone here is nice, the view outside is banging, 24 hour secure entrance. There is literally nothing wrong with this gym. 10/10

Tim Jackson is a one-of-a-kind trainer. I came to YME as a new client nearly two years ago. At the…read moretime, I was simply looking for a trainer to work with me through the pandemic. What I ended up finding was somewhat of a second home. The culture Tim sets in YME is unlike anything you will find at any other public or private gym. When you walk in, the energy is up and ready for you. Tim retaught me countless weightlifting and training fundamentals. He takes great caution and care in noting past or present injuries, turning training sessions into recovery sessions if necessary. Most of all, Tim's desire is to help others walk into the image of God that they have been designed to be. He is not afraid to hold clients accountable in order for them to not cheat themselves and achieve their goals. I'm beyond grateful for all that Tim taught me about wellness, fitness, and life. I would highly recommend him if you are looking for a change!

Yah Made Everything is the cleanest gym I have EVER been in! I have been going to gyms for years…read moreand I have NEVER been to one where the bathrooms were not only clean but immaculate. Also, Tim Jackson is the absolute best trainer I have ever seen! He corrected pre-existing problems with my right shoulder that limited the amount of weight that I could lift on the bench press. Note that I also previously wore a wrist brace on my left wrist, an elbow brace on both of my elbows and a knee brace on both of my knees before I started working with Tim. However, he corrected my form to the point where I don't have a need for ANY of this protective equipment any more, even though I have deadlifted 325 pounds and squatted 315 pounds at age 54 without any pain, discomfort nor injuries! Additionally, I am a vegan and Tim presented me with a meal plan that I could work with which enables me to obtain the macros I need to not only achieve but to surpass and thus Crush all of my fitness goals on multiple occasions. Note that in all my life, I have never had significant mass in my chest, however I do now in addition to significantly larger lats and a "christmas tree" in the center of my back. Lastly, as an added perk, I need mention that women have given me a lot of compliments after seeing my body (with my shirt on)

I went to Mike to gain strength and general fitness. Getting older means we aren't as steady on…read moreour feet and I wanted to counteract that. He has exceeded my expectations and has me stronger and fitter than I have ever been. He listens to my concerns and tailors my workouts to address them. The new studio in Gig Harbor is first rate. Great location, super equipment and one on one instruction. They have a Power Plate which I had never worked on before and it is a great workout! I always finish up with the inversion table - one last relaxing stretch. Bodystar has a massage studio inside and I recommend Raine highly. She also is trained in cupping, something I am looking forward to trying. This is a great studio.

I love the group strength-training classes where I can safely learn how to lift barbells,…read morekettlebells, and free weights in a class-like setting with knowledgeable trainers. The encouragement I receive from trainers and other members have built up my confidence to lift heavier and get stronger. I'm now able to perform daily functional tasks without pain!

Hands down my favorite place to train. Strong culture, strong people, strong results. can't say…read moreenough good things about this gym. If you're serious about strength training, this is the place to be. The equipment is top-notch, well maintained, and clearly chosen by people who actually lift. There's plenty of space to train without feeling crowded, and the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance -- focused, supportive, and zero ego. Check it out!