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January 2024 by Kristeen B.
After a long search I finally found an All Woman's Gym! Absolutely no men around and Absolutely no mean girls! I started in April of 2023 and as of today Jan 19th 2024 I am down 50lbs and have lost 3 dress sizes! The instructors are there because they want to be. They are encouraging, fun, upbeat and have become like family. They push you when you need it and always have an encouraging word when you are struggling to get that last rep in before the buzzer. The other client's are also outstanding and miss you when you are not around. If you are looking for a gym that caters to all ages, sizes and fitness levels then this is the place. Regardless if you are super fit or just getting started you will find that Empower Fitness is your new favorite spot!
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September 2023 by Ashley Peacock
These ladies are great! They all make you feel super comfortable and welcome, with no judgments. Plus, every workout is a great one.
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June 2021 by S Bradley
Good place to get a workout.
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December 2020 by Stephanie Schuster Geis
Awesome classes and a wonderful community
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August 2020 by Charmaine Spitler
Very professional and personable. Trainers are knowledgeable and make the challenging workouts fun. Modifications are offered as well.
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February 2020 by Aya S.
It's been almost 1 year that I have been attending this gym. If I could give it 10 stars, I would! I LOVE Empower and the space that Celeste Blanchard Joneshas created. I love the fact that all the trainers always encourage and motivate us, and I love the fact that the women are equally supportive. I never feel intimidated or scared even though I work out with some of the baddest ladies in VA. I started out wanting to lose a little weight and just to get over feeling weak and tired. Going to the gym daily has not only been a stress reliever, but it is now also a great way for me to look forward to getting stronger while hanging out with some pretty great people. Even on the days where I don't feel like working out, I show up, sweat (especially Rachel Hatcher McQuillen's no dry shampoo workouts-you actually have to wash your hair at least twice) and go home in a good mood to my kids. Even my kids have noticed that I'm usually in a better mood if I workout. And yeah, I actually haven't lost any weight . Thank you guys! Anne Hruskoci Donald Hart Katie Cole-Kelly Maia Rodriguez Lisa Arthur Kelly Tebbutt Nyman
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November 2019 by Aya Shah
Empower has the BEST trainers and small group classes! It’s also a very welcoming, private and safe environment. The community that Celeste, the owner, has created is truly amazing. Every woman needs to check out Empower!
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October 2019 by Katie Cole-Kelly
Love this gym so much! The women who come here are like family! The workouts are amazing and the small group atmosphere is exactly what I was looking for.
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October 2019 by Jill Schilstra
Empower Fitness is the gym you hoping for that you never thought you would find. The classes are HIIT and Strength Training for any level (instructor will accommodate for beginners, injuries, etc). Classes are all female and all ages are represented. (My last class had both a 19 and a 70 year old in it). There is camaraderie, support and no judgement. Not to mention the price is the best you will find for these type of classes. Easy 5 stars.
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October 2019 by Cin W.
I've been going to Empower Fitness for over a year and I absolutely love it! It's a small group of women, typically less than 10, per session, so you get a lot of feedback from the trainers. The workouts vary between strength and cardio (HIIT), and there are people at all levels working out so you never feel uncomfortable. It's very affordable and there is no pressure to sign up and you can cancel at any time without fees. I had to take a few months off from working out due to an injury and it was super easy to pause my membership. It's also an amazing group of women working out--people are very friendly!
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October 2019 by Cathy Brown
best workout ever!
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September 2019 by Shared with: Public
Great gym, great coaches and amazing facility and very CLEAN! I came here not knowing anyone and now not only can I call the people here friends but more so FAMILY. I love my gym!
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September 2019 by Tera Story
It’s a great place to push yourself to work out with incredible and supportive people. They’re very accommodating to all skill levels and have modifications ready if you need them. I’m very happy that I found this place!
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September 2019 by Lulu Y.
So glad I found this gym! I had been going to the drop-in classes at Oak Marr Rec Center for about a year (4-5x/week), when my favorite classes started to get so crowded that I had to show up 15-20 minutes early just to get in (and still I'd have to fight for space on the floor) and eventually I pulled something in my back and had to stop exercising for several months. Empower Fitness has everything I wasn't getting at Oak Marr: small, uncrowded classes (that you reserve a spot for); classes on holidays (Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day...); workout routines that change regularly and often; and, most importantly, attentive instructors. They teach the proper form for each exercise and keep an eye on you during class, giving suggestions and encouragement. All fitness levels are welcome, and the instructors provide modifications to accommodate ability and injuries. I've been going 12x/month for a year (4-5x/week during the summer) and I am still injury-free and looking forward to every class.
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March 2019 by C B.
Love this place! Great ladies and trainers. Supportive and workouts are fun fast and full of results!!!