Fitness & Gyms in Portland, ME

“When our mom went in for surgery this morning at Maine Medical Center me and my sister were on the prowl for a shower to wash off 2 days of waiting in the ICU and sleeping on floors. All of the hotels we called were booked up, but the Google Maps search for showers pulled up CrossFit Casco Bay. We both go to the same CF gym in Woburn and find that it’s a form of therapy when you’re really depleted. No better way to refill your battery. We arrived around 11:30am and met the two coaches that were doing personal training there at the time. Keena was amazing and gave my sister a hug when we told her what brought us to the gym. She got us set up with waivers and registered for the noon class. We got a free trial class and bought tshirts since we were both in sweaters. Our class was taught by Daija and she was so great!! Great instruction and positive energy. It was so nice to get outside for the warmup runs and then we did the wod Fran. Showers were great and it was nice to get a bonus sweat in before it too. Love the CrossFit community. Even the other people in the class were so sweet and supportive. We already know we’ll be back for a $25 drop-in tomorrow. This was a really wonderful experience that turned our day around. Moving your body is the best medicine and CrossFit is the best community.”

“I always knew this location in Yarmouth as CrossFit only, so was thrilled when I learned they had a bootcamp option too. For the past six months it has been a group of 4-8 women at the 8am classes and the trainers are fantastic. Great community feel, super welcoming, highly educational and they kick your ass! 💪”

“I first walked through the gym doors in March to learn something new and for a fun and engaging way to get exercise. I stay for the community and for improving myself each time I show up and push myself. Everyone at Recon is there to become better versions of themselves, and to help each other along the way. Iron sharpens iron. It's an incredible environment, and I'm so glad that I have made Recon a part of my life.”

“Loved this space and took the somatic class with Casey and it finally gave me space to move as I want and based on how I feel. I left feeling like I had a whole nervous system reset. This style of class is something more people need to experience!!!”

“the coaches at Misfits are all excellent. They provide exceptional programming, individualized coaching within the class and are wonderfully supportive.This gym truly feels like a community with members welcoming newbies and coaches taking time to include everyone regardless of skill. They have a rare ability to integrate a class of elite athletes through to complete noobs, while making everyone feel challenged, confident and included. no matter where you are on your fitness journey the misfit coaches will make you feel welcome.”

“Back Cove Personal Fitness and owner Jeff Eckhouse are excellent! My husband and I both work with Jeff. He is extremely skilled at evaluating postural issues underlying our aches and pains and working with us on postural exercises that alleviate or eliminate those issues. He is also terrific at designing an appropriate strength-training regime tailored to our goals. In addition, BCPF has top-notch equipment that Jeff and his staff use in working with clients. We highly recommend Jeff and BCPF!”

“I've been training at SH/FT with Natalie for 3+ years now and it has been the best fitness experience I've ever had. I came to SH/FT in a bit of a rut with my workouts. I was working out on my own, attempting to lift and build strength, but every time I felt I was making progress, I would tweak or pull something and regress. Not only has working out with Natalie helped me achieve strength gains I never would have achieved on my own, it has kept me healthy, and reshaped my view of what I can accomplish. While Natalie's programming is always challenging, I look forward to my workouts with her. The gym itself is bright and clean, and all the trainers are friendly and welcoming. I would recommend SH/FT to anyone looking for a committed team of trainers and a welcoming place to workout.”

“My gym. Was a member at Lifestyle and followed them to Fitness Factory. You can do heavy stuff there. Lots of plate loaded machines. Good for old people like me too!”

“I'm a fan of this OT location because of the dedicated staff and the supportive energy that comes with the group format. Seeing Coaches Noah, Jenn, Lisa and Mel always brightens my day and challenges me to put more effort into the workout and get results!”

“/25 they renovated the Sauna a few weeks back, it’s very nice now! Sanded and cleaned the benches and replaced the flooring. Thank you! I renewed my membership.

Big fan of this place, awesome equipment, lots of space, my family has been long standing members of the gym and I graduated from USM. The staff are also great people, my only complaint, it’s a big one, is that there is no full deep clean at the sauna. Trash piles up, the windows have the same sweat patterns as the week before, the floor mat was removed, and no temperature gauge. I’m sure this is not a priority for the University. But there should be enough management at this great college for an exceptionally small dirty room to be monitored thoroughly and cleaned regularly. With all the nicotine pouches, hair, and paper towels accumulating under the seats, If they left a broom outside of the sauna, I would do it myself. Please Sullivan recreation and fitness complex, I came to the front and left a very nice comment in person about the sauna that was seemingly just tossed away, because I’ve been watching the same nicotine pouch in the same corner sit in the same place with the same droplets of sweat in the same place, so nothings being touched, even after talking to multiple people. Thank you, enough people use the sauna for it to be better maintained.”

“I go early morning and it never feels crowded, but it's always busy.

Machines almost always work and there's a good variety of few weights. No dropping weight, chalk, or anything like that allowed. I've never needed it but I know many people bring a lock.”

“We used our free trial at planet fitness whilst visiting the US. We wanted to give a special mention to Rye who was incredibly helpful and even helped us store our bags whilst we were in the gym. Their customer service was excellent and they should be commended for this!”