I had about 6 sessions already with Kade and this guy is amazing in what he does! He is very…read moreprofessional and knows what you need. I have been having some back pain that's been there for a while and he taught me exercises that relieves it. As an RN myself; Kade knows a lot of the human muscles/anatomy, thus he has a very scientific approach on the exercises, making our sets more efficient. Highly recommending this guy!

I have been training with Erika Bacon for a while now, and she has completely transformed how I…read moreapproach fitness. What stands out about Erika is her attention to detail, deep expertise in strength training, and the incredible energy she brings to every session. She takes the time to explain each exercise, focuses on proper form, and makes every workout engaging and motivating. Her enthusiasm is contagious and keeps you excited to show up and give your best every time. Her new studio, BC Fitness (Baja Cali Fitness), is an amazing space. It is clean, well-equipped, and thoughtfully organized. The environment is welcoming and inspiring, creating a strong sense of community among everyone who trains there. I always leave each session feeling stronger, more confident, and more energized. I highly recommend Erika and BC Fitness to anyone looking for a supportive and professional fitness experience.

I started training with Erika in June, beginning with 1:1 sessions, which was perfect for a…read morebeginner like me. She has a deep, expert-level understanding of exercise and movement, and it truly shows in the way she breaks things down. She personally guided me through the fundamentals, not just teaching exercises, but helping me understand the art behind them. She even corrected my (very badly done!) squat with so much patience and clarity. Most importantly, she makes me enjoy working out while learning proper form in a way that sticks. I honestly can't recommend her enough!

I have trained with Blue Marble Fitness for two years now, and my mind and body have been…read morerevolutionized. If you are considering training with Brett, don't hesitate in contacting him to start your journey! I wanted a physical therapy and personal training hybrid to address some painful body parts, combat bone density loss (as a woman "of a certain age"), and to fill out my stick figure. Brett has provided all of that, and far more, in a friendly, non-threatening, very challenging atmosphere. I have always felt safe with him as he has pushed me to be my very best. Brett teaches impeccable form to keep the body safe and build shape specifically where it is wanted. He trains the mind in focus and body-connection for perfect movements, incredible accomplishments in the weight room, and for maximizing clients' efforts. With permission, he keeps in touch with other pertinent factors such as lifestyle, general health, diet, frame of mind, and emotions - he does not pry but is interested in helping clients achieve excellence through wellness of the whole person. Brett's passion and exceeding capability as a trainer are evident. My goals have changed as Brett has helped me to meet the old ones, and we have adjusted accordingly along the way. It is always very, very hard work - every bit of it - but it produces incredible results. Brett's coaching has always proved reliable. Beyond what I expected, Brett's training has bettered me at work and in my social and private life as well. The change and growth in my mind, my attitude, my expectations, and my view of myself and my abilities have been transformed, positively affecting every part of my life. I feel I can never say enough to convey my appreciation for Brett and his positive impact on my life. Oh right, and I definitely have bumpin' curves now!

I got out of Covid shutdown with more than a few extra pounds. I knew that I wanted to do a…read moreprogram that focused on diet/nutrition as much as working out in the gym. I had a goal to be in the best shape of my life by 40. Brett Ball has put together a personal program for me that focuses on my macros and nutrition with weekly checkins, tracking, and adjustments. We work out 5 days a week out of Will Power Gym in Hillsboro and Brett isn't just motivational, but very focused on form which has helped some of my "ungrowable" muscles explode. 10/10 recommend Brett for those on a fitness journey.

I've gone to both the bootcamps as well as Animal Athletics personal training sessions. I starting…read morenoticing results pretty quickly. I'm stronger and my speed on my runs has improved. Willie McBride is coaching me to finish Mt. Hood 50 in July 2014. I've run 6 marathons with no coaching and thought I had all the skills to get run a 50 miler. I realized that I need expert advice and turned to the guys that have successfully run ultra marathons and trained other runners. I highly recommend Animal Athletics.

Member since August 1, 2024…read more Pros: Reasonable price for 24/7 access. Decent variety of classes. Two restrooms with showers available. Cons: The studio and individual pods were frequently unclean, with hair and dust visible. The shower was more often dirty than clean. Most importantly, two critical contract terms were never disclosed at sign-up. First, you cannot cancel before completing five months, yet staff told me cancellation was possible at any time. Second, after one year and nine months of membership, when I submitted a cancellation request with a doctor's recommendation, I was informed that two additional months of payment are required regardless of whether you continue attending. Regarding the workout system itself: the videos offer three difficulty levels and often include form explanations, which is a plus. However, in roughly half the cases the instructor's verbal cues contradict what they are actually doing on screen. For example, instructions about parallel hips, spinal alignment, or proper squat depth are frequently ignored by the demonstrators themselves. Someone following visually without a background in yoga or fitness training would easily pick up incorrect form without realizing it. Poor alignment can ultimately cause more harm than the exercise does good.

I had a terrible experience at this HOTWORX location. I signed up expecting a motivating workout…read moreenvironment, but it was the complete opposite. First, I was charged over $250 for what was supposed to be a "trial month," which felt extremely misleading. I canceled immediately after realizing how disappointing the experience was. The facility itself felt unsanitary and very poorly maintained. On top of that, the owner came across as extremely judgmental and unprofessional, which made the whole experience even worse. Also, calling this place a "gym" feels misleading. It's basically small sauna boxes where you try to exercise in extreme heat. Instead of feeling like a good workout, it felt uncomfortable and difficult to even breathe while trying to move. It's not motivating at all. The heat is so intense that it even fries your hair if you're not careful. Overall, I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a real gym or a positive fitness environment.

Owned and run by veteran pro-ballerina, Lavinia Magliocco KNOWS the body. When an ankle surgery…read moreleft my whole body feeling extraordinarily tight, and PT was no longer challenging and lacked a holistic approach, I went to Equipoise for a whole body experience. We stretched and strengthened on the pilates reformer machines, did some yoga posing that I could work on at home, and used some fun massaging and strengthening props - it was so exciting I felt like a kid at summer camp. Lavinia makes healing feel within grasp. She is intuitive, smart as hell, supportive, and knows feet and ankles so thoroughly...which is really comforting after surgery. I can't recommend Lavinia enough - whether you're recovering from an injury or your body just needs some love, toning, strengthening, whatever...don't sleep on this chick, I'm telling you.

I have worked with Lavinia in Pilates and ballet class and she has helped and guided me so much…read moreboth emotionally, and physically. She has so much experience with Pilates, ballet, anatomy, yoga, physical motion and muscular structure and movement. She seems to have good advice for any problem and is extremely helpful. Many times she has given me invaluable exercises, stretches, massages, manipulations, and tools that I can use even outside of her studio. She is very intuitive and with a few simple touches and a look at my movement she can identify the source of a problem and figure out how to fix it. She has helped me to be more aware of my body, muscles, diet, nutrition, ways of moving, ways of thinking, and habits. With her advice I have grown into a much stronger and sensitive dancer. Each day when I warm up I use many exercises and stretches that I have learned from her. She is also very creative and many of her remedies she has just discovered on her own from playing around with stretches, exercises, and movement. I also really love that when she teaches me, she doesn't just dictate to me and tell me that I have to do something a certain way and no other way is right- she understands that every person is differently made and thinks differently and that there are many ways that work for different people- each person has to find what works best with their own physique. She has really helped me to find what works best for my body and makes me feel the best. She is so passionate about her work and her patients/students and it really shows. Each time I see her, she takes the time to compassionately ask me how I am and listen. I can tell that she really cares about the people she helps. She is a really good, kind-hearted person, who I love working with. I also really admire her for all that she has been through and accomplished. Becoming a good professional dancer is no easy task, especially when held back for some time with serious illness, and then having cancer too, surviving and look how strong and beautiful she still is!! She is so inspiring. When I take class with her I trust her instruction and advice because it has worked for me many times and I know that she really cares about me and how I feel too. She is one of the best Pilates, and conditioning/body teachers that I have worked with.

As a Lifetime member in Scottsdale, AZ... I needed to workout/spa before the big wedding evening…read more The front-desk staff is very friendly/professional/accommodating. And the Lifetime Beaverton is fantastic! Well kept and clean with a wonderful aquatics scene for those that swim or use the pool for exercise. Overall, a fantastic experience & just what I needed before the big night!

Great gym! Brand new equipment, wide open floor-plan, plenty of space. Pickleball courts and cold…read moreplunge!

This is the first gym I have consistently gone to! I've had multiple memberships before: LA…read morefitness, Crunch fitness, 24 hour fitness... And all of those cookie cutter gyms felt the same. Very superficial, poorly run, out to get your money, etc... Most members of this gym have a personal trainer. They're friendly, and I can work out here knowing that there are so many other people here learning as well! The equipment is quality, and the energy is infectious. I love this gym!

I am on month two with Peter as my personal trainer. He is also the owner of the gym and takes…read moregreat pride in the work he has put in and in each one of his clients. He helped me to establish a meal plan that actually works for me and tastes amazing. He is able to work with my existing injuries and strengthen the areas so I no longer hurt myself. In the first month alone I lost a total off 11.5 inches, and am feeling more energized than ever. The gym has an intimate feeling unlike most major gyms, and everyone in there helps you and wants you to succeed.