Damian is a fantastic trainer. He is always there, never cancels like some trainers and is invested…read morein your success. He will hold you accountable and if you have a condition, or whatever, he is experienced enough to work around it and make sure you get a good workout. HIGHLY recommend.

Damian is a terrific trainer. One of the best in the South Florida area! Hugh recommend his…read moreathletic training prowess and he's also a terrific human being!

Cardio and leg day in 30 minutes, yes please! This studio conducts its workouts on stationary…read moreclimbers in darkened and club-like lighting with great energy. You can expect to get a little breathless and sweaty within a few minutes of starting since they start you right away with active climbing. It takes a little time to get used to stepping and pushing/pulling vertically while strapped into the climber, since the movement is different from your other daily activities. You need to remind yourself not to crane your head and neck back---don't worry, your head will not hit the climber center pole, trust me I've tried. But if it's good enough for Bradley Cooper (see the article about Rise Nation they have posted next to the restroom), it must be good enough for me. If you're going for the first time, make sure to look at the schedule and see what levels are being offered in their classes. They have classes ranging from Level I (good for beginners, can add on) to Level III ("EXTREME"), so pay attention to what you attend. The staff and instructors are very nice and helpful about getting you situated on the climber, so don't hesitate to tell them if it's your first time. Hint: the handles that you grab onto can be removed and put in different height holders, which they will tell you. The instructors will tell you that they go between a "mid range" (regular strides) and "long range" (full strides). Their cues will alternate between these ranges, different resistances and faster/slower paces. Once you get used to the climber, don't be afraid to go faster, "rip" (reach and stride) longer and increase resistance when they instruct you to. Remember, you need to get it all in within 30 minutes! The actual class time can run up to 35-40 minutes if you stay for the full cool down and stretch, so don't expect to bolt out in 30 minutes if you want the full workout experience. It's still a very efficient workout if you're looking to change up your exercise routine! They offer lots of promotional packages that give you 10 classes for $10-15 each, so look for them online and when you go! And/or use the amazing ClassPass like me, since each class costs 6-7 credits. Parking is not too bad for the Design District, since there is a lot of street parking within a block or two of the studio's building. There's a juice bar on the same block if you want to treat yourself for all the good work you've done! Try it out, see you there soon!

Such a fun class. Its a quick 30 minute workout on these climbers that you need your arms and legs…read moreto move up and down. Its an excellent core workout (when engaged), and cardio exercise. The trainers are all upbeat and do their best to keep everyone motivated.

I've worked with multiple trainers over the years and Louis has absolutely been the best, hands…read moredown. He's super friendly, great communication, motivates you without being pushy, really knows his stuff, and helps you get results safely. I started training with him about 9 months after having spine surgery and he has always been very cautious with any exercise involving my back, as well as other minor injuries/issues I had. And, after a few months my mother, who is 75 and has never gone to the gym a day in her life, tried an intro session and now trains with him regularly. He is also a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which I train with him privately and have learned more in weeks with him than months at other gyms. If you're reading this wanting to get started or looking for a new trainer, don't hesitate to contact him for an intro session, he makes himself super accessible. He is currently training out of Grit Miami, no membership needed.

I have been working with Louis for almost 4 yrs now. He has developed a customized program,…read moretailored to my needs, that has been very effective. He is not only a great and experienced coach but also a very caring person. I have a hectic travel schedule, but he keeps track of me even when I am on the road. Working with Louis has made a big difference to my body and health !!!

Love this school! My 3 kids have been attending since my oldest was 6 years old now 21…read more They make us feel like family. A give them a five star rating because they are life coaches to our kids, teaching them to always give the best of them no matter the outcome. When your kids don't want to leave the school although class is over then you know you are in the right place! Thx for all that you guys do for our kids!!

Best MMA school in South Florida !! Antas and it's…read morewonderful instructors have change my sons life . He has become a confident , brave and very disciplined child. They have not only taught my son how to better protect himself and built his self confidence but have taught him the value of a healthy and active lifestyle. Mrs Antas has offered her guidance in dealing with issues we have faced with school and has become a wonderful source of support. The activities they often plan in which we parents can participate have provided additional source of knowledge and opportunity to make this journey a part of our family's journey. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend them!

Working with Vinny for the past 3 years has been nothing short of transformative…read more  Initially, I was clueless about exercise but with his guidance and support every step of the way I have gained so much more than confidence. I gained my life back.  Vinny has become more than just a trainer; he is like family to me. Vinny genuinely cares and shows his commitment during every session.  His knowledge, encouragement and genuine care have helped me achieve results I  never thought possible. (Lost and maintained a 100 lbs loss) I am forever grateful for his dedication and expertise. If you are looking for more than just a trainer, but a true partner in your fitness/wellbeing journey, look no further, Vinny is your guy.

Working out with Vinny is the best investment you can make for your body and mind. He makes sure to…read moreprovide fun, safe workouts that will have feeling the burn!! Results are always guaranteed as long as you follow his advice and trust in his wisdom. 100000% recommend!!!!!

before meeting Demetrios, I basically NEVER worked out in a gym. I was too scared. I was consistent…read morebut only in my apartment. 6 months in, and I'm now the person who doesn't miss a day in the gym. I'm becoming leaner, stronger, and fitter than I've ever been and i couldn't be more grateful for my unwavering rock of support--Demetrios. He goes above and beyond for his clients. in addition to my newfound consistency, his belief in me has inspired me to dream bigger and take my next steps steps in seeing what's possible for me in my fitness journey. of course, we all ultimately need to take full responsibility for achieving our desired results. But the expertise, accountability, support, role modeling, and genuine kindness, of someone as fit and experienced as Demetrios? that is priceless. if you want to level up, I highly recommend upgrading your life with a Demetrios.

Demetrios has trained me now for 7 months, approximately once weekly since March, and we'll…read morecontinue. We train for a mix of mobility, strength, and core. What distinguishes Demetrios from many trainers is: - he can quickly (within probably one session) see where you may have shortfalls that you may or may not(!) be aware of, and structure your program/exercises to partly focus on those; - depth of knowledge, partly from academic degree; for example detailed anatomy, kinds of exercises and how they impact different goals; - every session is intense and comprehensive, because that's my style and Demetrios knows how to match yours; - easily and with short notice adapts sessions if you sustained a limited injury a few days prior; - last but not least, a fun guy to hang around with a sense of humor. Whether or not you are actually considering personal training, I highly recommend trying a session with Demetrios if only to see shortfalls you didn't even know about. And for your physical fitness you can't go wrong by working with him consistently.

Coach Phil White is a very knowledgeable, respectful, encouraging, and consistent trainer. All the…read morethings Jorge S. said in his review are true, and I will add that he works with you in terms of scheduling and what your goals are. He consistently communicates with you about your progress and what his suggested improvements will be and what you're looking to get out of the training, keeps the workouts fresh with subtle but meaningful and interesting improvements, and he's very frequently and dependently punctual; I highly recommend.

Phil white is an excellent trainer. He has a lot of years of experience under experience and his…read moreknowledge really helped me excel in my training. He charges a reasonable rate and will work around your schedule. If you're looking to get started and need guidance I highly recommend Phil.

I met the owner when I was 7 years old - he was a trainer at my mother's gym…read more Just a few weeks ago, I decided to look him up and see if he was still training and I found both him and HIS GYM! The owner's name is Chauncey Williams and he's not only a magnificent person, but a stellar trainer. I'm going on two weeks of training with him and couldn't be happier. Chauncey is extremely attentive to his clients. We identifies your problem areas and works out an exercise plan to strengthen them. It's amazing because during our session, he'll say "This muscle looks like it needs a little more work. Let's do this exercise." And the next day, that one muscle he focused on is sore. He's also specialized in stretching (I'm not sure what the correct terminology is) so after every session, he stretches every muscle you worked on. The gym itself is impeccable. It's very clean and well-maintained. The equipment is in perfect condition. The facility has lockers for your personal belongings and a shower in case you need to rinse after an intense work out. I focused on Chauncey because he's the owner and I know him best, but there are other trainers who work there and everyone who goes to this gym is extremely happy with all the employees. Make sure to check them out for personal training or even some of their group classes like their Gravity class and Bootcamp.

The people are what makes this gym great. It is not an open to the public type gym, you need to…read moreeither have a trainer there. I have never gotten the results I enjoy now before coming here. The trainers offer guidance even if they are not you personal trainer if requested. A small, friendly and results oriented place.