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September 2023 by Tyler Reiss
I wanted to give this gym a try for a bit before giving a review. The community and flexibility of the patrons and coaches should be enough to get any one that wants to get moving again into forge. I have more mobility, have shed some unwanted pounds, sleep better and have more energy during the day. From elite athletes to the other end, the program is excellent and easy to follow. I enjoy the group workout more than I anticipated.
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June 2022 by Colleen Chadwick
So many great things to say about this place! Very welcoming by the trainers and the people who attend the classes. Every day at class is something new so I never get bored! They keep watch of your form to prevent injury and to make sure you are doing it correctly. I love that they check in on me and I don’t feel like another number added to their gym. Highly recommend!
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May 2022 by Luanne Schmidt
This gym is absolutely amazing! The coaches are absolutely wonderful people and make you feel comfortable even when you are struggling inside! This is my first time doing actual group workouts and I love it. I was terrified to join, but after the first class I was definitely hooked! I highly suggest to try this place and feel the love and support you need in a gym.
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May 2022 by Luanne Schmidt
This gym is absolutely amazing! The coaches make you feel welcome and comfortable at every single workout! I can not say enough good about this place. This was my very first time doing a group workout and I was terrified. They make you feel like you can do anything even if you have to modify movements at first. You walk out of there feeling amazing every single time you go.
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April 2022 by Julie Starke
I have been a member of Hotova CrossFit for years. I can honestly say it has been a wonderful experience! Dean and Giane are both excellent coaches. They teach the correct way to do each movement, every time they are done in a workout. This is so important in getting the most out of each workout and avoiding injury. They also take time to explain modifications for all levels.I always leave feeling better than I came in! The workouts are intense, worth the time and money invested.The atmosphere is positive and supportive. This is a great opportunity to get fit, strong and have fun doing it!
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March 2022 by Paula Vilkama
Great workout place with warm and welcoming faces! I went in for a class with my sister and Dean answered all my questions, helped me modify my workout, and was overall a big support to not just me but everyone else as well. Highly recommend!
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February 2022 by Rita Lang
I live out of state and dropped in for a class with Giane last week. It was my first time doing CrossFit and I couldn’t have had a better experience. Giane runs a professional and safe environment. She has modifications (as needed) for every part of the workout. I will be happy to attend the next time I’m in town!
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February 2022 by Paula V.
Such a great place to work out! Dean was so welcoming and warm when I came in for a class with my sister. He answered all my questions, helped me during the workout, and just overall a friendly face. Everyone else there was very friendly and supportive as well!
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January 2022 by Nicholas Maloney
I have to say that from day 1 this was the most welcoming place. I wasn't sure what to expect never doing CrossFit before. I have to say that this is for ALL body types. The mixture of REAL people supporting each other in their journey is world class.Dean and his Wife are incredible. He has become a true friend who cares about my well being. If you are nervous to try, don't be. It changes your life.
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December 2021 by Skylar Rekstad
Started here back in 2019. I needed to lose weight and gain overall energy. It's been a great gym with a personal training feel. The classes are appropriately sized, always interesting and the folks that go to this gym are really high quality people, everyone is very supportive and friendly. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and are genuinely concerned with your health and improvement. This is a great gym, lucky to have it in Buffalo!
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December 2021 by Wade Erickson
Best workout routine I have ever been a part of. I have been at many gyms over the years and tried lots of classes. This is by far the best. They hold you accountable and motivate you as well. There are a lot of great people there of all shapes and sizes. HIGHLY recommend Hotova CrossFit in Buffalo, MN.
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December 2021 by Megan Ratke
Hotova CrossFit has been welcoming since the first time I walked through the doors. Dean and Giane are great coaches who strive to make sure you are putting in your best effort every class. The atmosphere is encouraging and fun. It is a great place to meet people while bettering yourself. I HIGHLY recommend!
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December 2021 by Tim Fowler
Hotova, Dean and Gianni have been great for me in many ways. I have been a member of many traditional gyms and community centers…so planning to change the plan and go to yet another gym had me asking questions. Why this one? What is different? Why will this one make me actually want to get in shape, but go beyond that….. I had heard of CrossFit before, and this gym specially from someone who attends. She explained the family culture, the personal accountability she found and the instructors absolute focus on a healthy lifestyle. So, I decided to give it a try. I just showed up one day. I had a goal of losing weight and doing something I’ve never done before (running a half marathon). Immediately, Dean and Gianni struck me as super fit and down to earth. Both made me feel comfortable within 1 session. I was nowhere ready for a full session with all the various activities planned for the day, so they directly worked with me while the rest of the class proceeded. Within a couple weeks, I was doing what the rest of the group was doing. Within 45 days I started seeing muscles I’ve never had. I’m now on month 7 and cannot believe the progress and transformation. I lost 40 pound of unwanted weight but put back around 8 pounds of lean muscle. I ran my first ever half marathon (I couldn’t even run 1 mile 8 months ago). I can now lift impressive weights and for the first time in decades, I feel good about my body. I was on blood pressure medicine, and within a couple months dropped the need for that as well, I am proud of the results and the effect on my body! Dean and Gianni inspire me and push me by their own results. I see them putting the work in. I see their results in competitions. I see their genuine smile as I walk into the gym. They inquire how I’m doing, setup meetings to get measurements and talk. And most importantly, they build a family environment that I love being a part of. I don’t just highly recommend this gym and their coaching, I also suggest that you too will be writing a review like this in 6 months if you give it a real try. Hit me up at the gym, you’ll see we are all just normal people who have developed a new passion. - Tim F.
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December 2021 by Cara Overton
Best Gym! Helping me to achieve things I would have never only working in my own. They are great at smartly encouraging and their attitude daily is 5 star!! Always willing to help. This gym feels like a great environment to be pushed, encouraged and truly cared about!
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December 2021 by Janine Mies
The best coaches at Hotova!!! I have tried many gyms & this gym is like a family. Always feel like i have had a great workout, everyday is something challenging & different, you dont get bored with same workout & they are always there for you to help you, absolutely love it here & feel stronger! Dean & Giane are awesome!!
