Fitness & Gyms in Charlotte, NC

“Family. That’s the first word I think of to describe this gym. This has been the most welcoming, accepting, and supportive environment. The coaches know where you’re at and what modifications you need in order to progress safely. You start with the foundations 1:1 to learn the basics instead of jumping into class blind. I remember my first day because of how everyone went out of their way to encourage me with something new. I’ve been here about a year now and have loved the challenges of learning new skills, lifting heavy weights, and having the coaches with the knowledge and commitment to get you where you want.

You can fly under the radar if you just want a workout. Or you can joke with, push, and support your friends who will notice when you miss class and show up when you need it.

Fitness here is the celebration of what your body can do within a community of people who support you and push you and celebrate your wins each day. It can be your gym family too if you want it.”

“Great community of people! Trainers are top notch. Members are encouraging and welcoming. I was a bit nervous as a 43 year old woman that the workouts would be too intense or challenging. Thankfully, they always offer scaling modifications so you have the option to mix and match based on your skill and comfort level. I also, experienced a minor injury shortly after joining. I contemplated pausing my membership but the entire staff rallied together to be sure I was taken care of. I’m so happy I kept going, with injury modifications I was able to participate in all of the workouts and I believe due to continued activity (although modified) it significantly helped my recovery. Highly recommend! These people are not salespeople they actually care and take pride in pushing you to be your best!”

“absolutely love Orangetheory South End! The coaches, staff, and overall community make it such a fun and motivating place to work out. Alyssa is one of my favorite coaches. She is always checking in, reaching out, and making sure everyone feels supported. Plus, she ALWAYS has the best playlists, which makes those tough workouts a little more fun! 😂

I also loved participating in the Transformation Challenge. It gave me an extra push and made the whole experience feel even more motivating, especially because everyone is so encouraging and supportive of each other. There really is such a strong sense of community at this studio, and I’ve met so many friendly people along the way.

Whether you’re new to Orangetheory or have been going for years, South End makes you feel welcomed and motivated to keep showing up. I’m so glad I found this studio! 🧡🧡”

“I'll start with small negatives about MAD. The system of working behind certain plates COULD confuse the athlete. Sometimes I am on the heavy plate, sometimes I am on the small plate. It depends on how my body feels. As an athletically aging member of MAD, I need the flexibility of moving between plates on any given day. This is never usually a problem, but it can create confusion for others. I also, SOMETIMES, feel pressured to be on the highest plate because SOMETIMES I can work the heavier rotation.

Positives:
- They check in. If you aren't in class for a couple weeks, they will reach out. Someone will reach out. They are pretty good accountability partners.
- They check in during the workout. Carol and Beth and have been phenomenal at allowing me to suck in the workout and give me pointers to make the workout better.
- While I struggle with ADHD and it impacts my workouts, coming to MAD - I don't have to think about what I could be doing in the gym that day. It's 30-50 minutes of a tough workout, and I leave sweaty and less stressed each time.
- No fad diets. They opened up with watermelon Sour Patch Kids.... I'd like to see those return.
- I do not go to MAD to meet people. BUT IT WILL HAPPEN. You can pick up on small communities developing amongst the athletes. If you are in need of a support network in CLT because you are new to the area, MAD seems to be a truly healthy way to connect. I know some members will go for fellowship after class.
- It's clean.
- It's a full workout. 4x a week @ 44 y/o and I am very happy that these workouts mostly allow me to keep my lifestyle AND stay physically active and fit.”

“Dropped in Ultimate CrossFit while visiting Charlotte and it was a great time.
The gym is super clean and the weight room is organized.
Plenty of equipment cardio and rigs too.
If you’re in the area it’s worth giving them a try.”

“Sammie truly cares about me as a person and is deeply invested in my overall health and well-being. She takes the time to understand my unique needs, abilities, and goals. She created a personalized program that is both achievable and tailored specifically to me. Her encouragement and support make a huge difference, motivating me to stay consistent and confident in my fitness journey.”

“I tagged along to my dad's session with Ronnie, and it was amazing! He worked us hard and gave so many great directions on form, while keeping things fun. I've dealt with a number of knee injuries - from an ACL tear to an MCL sprain earlier this year - and Ronnie guided both my mobility and form, allowing me to do squats and other exercises without knee pain for the first time in years. Thank you so much!”

“My partner and I had an amazing experience at this gym! We love dropping into crossfit gyms when we travel and we LOVED our drop in experience at Crossfit ATP! The coach/owner was awesome and immediately made us feel like we were members! The Saturday partner WOD was so much fun and the members were so kind and inclusive. They even invited us to a local brewery after the workout (but sadly couldn’t come due to our dog). The facility was beautiful and clean AND they had this dope side room filled with a bunch of additional equipment and cardio machines! If we move to Charlotte this would be the gym we would join! 10/10! Thank you for such a great experience!!!”

“I can't say enough good things about Spenga South End! The workouts allow you the opportunity to get a little bit of everything- cardio, strength training and a good stretch. The instructors are amazing and always provide options/modifications, so the workouts are great for all levels! I also really appreciate the fact that they still welcome you to join if you are running a couple of minutes late and/or need to leave early. Everyone is human and just trying to fit workouts into their busy schedules - and in Charlotte you never know that awaits you on your commute. I have stopped going to other spin studios due to the fact I have driven over an hour to get to class and was turned away because there was traffic and I was 2 minutes late, so thank you Spenga for being so kind and understanding! If you have not checked them out, please do yourself a favor and book a class asap!”

“Been going for about a month. Staff is always happy to see you. I enjoy my sessions but I might not always like doing them...got to keep pushing. Looking forward to every class.”

“I can’t say enough good things about this gym. From my first session, everyone was so helpful and welcoming, especially Brittany. They make sure the workouts are accessible for all fitness levels and it doesn't feel intimidating as a result. The coaches are so upbeat and they make the workouts fun. Kaylie and Laila are a couple of my favorites!

They have also done an amazing job of creating a positive gym culture. It feels like everyone is on your side cheering for you and celebrating your milestones! I started coming when I was postpartum and it has felt so good to see my progress.

There is also a kids' room upstairs for kiddos age 4 and up with a video feed to the downstairs if you'd want to bring your kids to a workout.

Thank you, ISI! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Go sign up! I’ve been training with Ron for about a year as a beginner and have seen great results. He keeps it fun and informative, personalizing the workouts to what you need and keeping it fresh every time. I highly recommend Ron and IPT!”

“Absolutely love the attention to detail that all the staff has. Really grateful for the commitment and time spent to make me feel fully prepared as a professional athlete to compete at the highest level in my sport!”

“I was in Charlotte for work and dropped in for a few sessions and can't recommend CrossFit Wreckage enough. Dylan and the community were awesome. Extremely friendly and engaging. Highly recommend.”

“I went yesterday for the first time since relocating from VA AND I HAVE FOUND MY TRIBE TOP TIER .. WELCOMING,PROFESSIONAL,HELPFUL ,ENCOURAGING A WELL RAN ESTABLISHMENT 10 out of 10 Definitely Recommend”

“Absolutely love this F45 studio! The coaches are amazing, motivating, and make every workout so fun. Such a great atmosphere and community 🤍💪”

“Love my neighborhood gym!
Great well-maintained equipment and friendly, super helpful staff. Some classes and personal training offered as well. It's got everything I need. It's great.”

“I love going to 9round!! I love the 24/7 access and also love having a trainer there to help push me to my best. This is the workout that’s kept me consistent and loving exercise!”

“I cannot fully explain how incredible my experience with this Burn Boot Camp in Steele Creek has been. The team here has made exercising a joy and every trainer is incredibly motivating, informative, and positive to work with.

If you're in the area and are looking to increase your strength and cardio and make some friends along the way, look no further!”

“I joined Hive over a year ago after burning out from marathon running and crossfit, and it ended up being exactly what I needed. When I first joined, one of the staff members gave me a thorough tour of the gym, and I was also given 10 free classes to try, as well as access to the sauna, which was a great addition for my recovery.

They are open 24/7 now which is amazingggg as someone who works an inconsistent schedule in healthcare I never know when I’m gonna be able to workout or make a class, so I love that. They truly have every piece of equipment you could think of no matter what your goals are. For me, Hive gave me the tools I needed to focus on building strength and gaining muscle after spending so much time focused on endurance training. It also had a lot of equipment that I could use to keep some of my crossfit skills if I wanted to, like the bars. They also offer personal training if you prefer more guidance or structure.

Everything is always extremely clean, including the bathrooms and showers. There’s plenty of space to get ready if you’re heading to or coming from work, which makes it really convenient.

Every coach and staff member I’ve interacted with has been genuinely friendly and welcoming, and it’s nice getting to know the familiar faces you see every day. I believe they also have a run club on some Saturday mornings, so there are plenty of ways to get involved outside of your normal workouts.

I also noticed that they host a program for adaptive athletes on some mornings, and I love that. Being accessible and inclusive is such a great resource for our community here in Charlotte.

Highly recommend this gym!!”

“I’ve been training with Dale for the past couple months and it’s easily been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my fitness. He really knows his stuff, but more importantly, he knows how to push you in a way that gets real results without burning you out or risking injury. Every workout is intentional, challenging, and tailored to where I’m at. Dale strikes a great balance between being encouraging and holding you accountable, which is exactly what I needed. He’s also just a good dude who clearly cares about his clients and their progress. Highly recommend him to anyone serious about getting stronger and feeling better.”

“The best part about orangetheory is it can meet you where you are - brand new to exercise or doing it for years, wanting to walk or run, lift heavy or not, be part of a gym community or just come in to get your workout in and go. The coaches at midtown are attentive but not overbearing, explain things well, push you when you need it, and are really likable people. It's great!”

“This is an awesome gym! They've got a wide selection of equipment, and it's clean and organized. I've been doing personal training with Coach Douglas for over a month now. He's helped me go from completely out of shape to feeling strong and healthy for the first time in my life. He's always very friendly and encouraging.”

“Arbo orange theory has been a life changer for me! It’s the best hour of the morning, getting a good workout in and clearing my head before starting the day. The staff is very helpful, coaches are great, friendly faces that come often. It’s clean, class times are reliable. Recommend for any person looking to start or continue a fitness routine!

Coach Melissa for the win, along with Gaby and Susy! All great classes, great coaches, a great community to be a part of.”

“Loving this crossfit community. Jason is the coach in 95% of the classes I attend. He is very motivating and can tweak your form to make the lift so much better, easier and safer because you are doing it right! Highly recommend this group! I should say the other 2 coaches whose classes Ive attended were also great and motivating - they believe in you! Join now!”

“The staff at 9Round NoDa have mastered the balance of warmth and professionalism. I know I’m safe to be myself and show up as I am. I can’t thank this community enough for all the support and guidance over the last two years.”

“After having a baby in 2021, I was ready to get back into working out consistently, so I signed up for Burn's 4 week trial. After 2 weeks, I am hooked! The workouts are efficient and challenging, and the trainers are kind, motivating, and they get to know us by name. I appreciate the variety of workouts, how often classes are offered throughout the day, and that childcare is available in the gym! I truly could not be happier with BBC and look forward to continuing my membership!Update: after a few months, I am loving Burn more than ever! My child has a great time in childwatch, I always leave camp feeling great (and tired), and I took advantage of the unlimited membership to take a camp in Colorado! Love having these 45 minutes to work on myself, push my limits, and have a great time!10/5/2023 update: Still going strong with my Burn membership, and loving it more than ever! I've made friends, visited more Burn locations, and continue to feel stronger every day!”

“This CrossFit gym is definitely the nicest gym that I've been to in Charlotte! It is very clean and well maintained and the sauna is a huge plus! Everyone is so kind and welcoming!”

“What I love about The Fitness Studio is the privacy and flexibility. It’s not like a big box gym — it’s a one-on-one experience with no interruptions. My trainer adjusts my workouts based on how I’m feeling that day, which helps me stay consistent even with a hectic schedule. For anyone looking for a private personal training experience in Charlotte NC, this place is a gem.”

“I have a membership in my city I live in was visiting from out of town and needed to stay on my orange theory regimen . The coaches here are great ! I was able to take 2 classes while in town the coaches here really push you I especially loved Coach Taylor’s class . Front desk young lady was very sweet and accommodating . I used the showers for the first time they were well maintained water pressure was great soap provided if you forget to bring your own .”