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February 2024 by Audra Holmes
The short version: BarkEaters is an amazing gym that I highly recommend!The long version: I reached out to Coach Paul and Sensei Ellen to help my family stay fit. My husband had talked for years about doing Crossfit and we wanted to get our daughters enrolled in martial arts, so BarkDaters seemed like the perfect choice for our family. I joined too just to be supportive of my family. I didn’t feel like I needed a gym membership because I am very active in my daily life. I now realize how wrong I was! Because of the Crossfit classes and excellent coaching, I am now able to move through life (and my work) so much easier! Recommended pre-class warm-ups have helped me overcome injuries that have been plaguing me for a decade and improve mobility problems that I didn’t even realize I had. In the Crossfit classes, Coach Paul and Sensei Ellen do a great job of modifying the workouts to meet each individual’s fitness goals and abilities. In terms of judo, I am amazed at how much our daughters love it and how much they have learned because of Sensei Ellen’s instruction. Both the physical and mental toughness they have gained through their judo classes is remarkable! Thank you Coach Paul and Sensei Ellen for the amazing workout community you have built in Jonesborough!
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February 2024 by Amber
Joining BarkEater Athletics has been transformative. The support you receive cannot be matched by a corporate gym. I recommend this facility to anyone that wants to dedicate themselves to true health.
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January 2024 by Ewelina
I joined BarkEater in December 2022 for CrossFit classes and have been training with them ever since. The list of benefits that I'm seeing since committing to this fitness journey is unbelievable. I was never a big fan of sports, now I don't want to go two days without exercising. The part that I appreciate the most is that no matter how many times we've done specific movement, if it's programmed for today we warm up to it step by step, so each time you can make small improvements making sure you do it correctly.It's great to have someone who encourages you to give your best but also someone who will stop you if you're about to do something dumb.
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January 2024 by Amanda Boyea
I'm so glad I found BarkEater Athletics when I moved to Jonesborough a year ago! This gym is extremely welcoming, and the coaches do such a great job knowing their members, introducing CrossFit to new members, and tailoring workouts for everyone. I love being part of the community here, and would truly recommend them to anyone looking to start or improve their CrossFit experience!
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January 2024 by David Boyea
I moved to TN from TX and this was the closest gym to my house, turns out that it’s the best gym in the Tri cities area. Paul and Ellen are very welcoming of everyone, no matter how fit you are, and take a genuine interest in the members health and well-being. They have options to tailor every workout for each person to meet them where they are on that day. I have done CrossFit for over 10 years, visited a lot of gyms and they are doing it right. If you want to make a positive investment in your health and fitness with a great community this is the place to go.
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November 2023 by Jenn Chiarieri
BarkEater Athletics is an awesome gym where you can be yourself and not feel judged by your athletic ability. I joined this gym after a long hiatus from working out, so I was concerned that I would not be able to keep up with the classes. Paul and Ellen take the time to modify movements to ensure that I can keep up with the classes, while not aggravating old injuries. Paul and Ellen have taken a personal interest in helping me achieve my goals. They are not only very encouraging and supportive, but also very knowledgeable with their coaching.
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October 2023 by Jennifer Bartal
I was very hesitant to join a CrossFit gym because I didn't think I could handle the intensity, but Coach Paul and Sensei Ellen have been fantastic to work with. They are both knowledgeable, patient, and caring coaches who want the best for every person in their gym. They go above and beyond to make sure you have everything that you need to be successful in your health and fitness goals. I would, and do, recommend BarkEater to anyone who is looking for a fun and friendly environment, but also a gym that you leave feeling like you really got a good workout.
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October 2023 by Matt Broyles
This has definitely become my favorite gym in the area. The CrossFit classes are a lot of fun but also an intense workout. Paul and Ellen do a great job at motivating everyone and making sure each athlete gets personal attention during classes. They’re really good about modifying workouts as needed for people with different abilities. Also, I was so excited to see a judo school open in the area, I’ve always wanted to try judo classes! Ellen is an excellent judo teacher, she does a great job at breaking down techniques so that everyone can follow. We get plenty of opportunity to test each technique against resisting and non resisting opponents. If you’re looking for a good CrossFit or martial arts gym I definitely recommend checking Barkeater out!
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October 2023 by David Lewis
I love BarkEater! I joined the gym over 6 months ago, out of shape and overweight. I have dropped 35 lbs. and feel younger now than when I was in my 20’s. Ellen and Paul are great coaches and the CrossFit programming there is outstanding. Get off the couch and get moving Jonesborough!
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October 2023 by Kelly Parsons
I have been 1 of their athletes since January 2023 and live it.I have medical ailments and they are always giving me scaled versions to workout to my abilities. Everyone that attends helps you and does not judge you like other gyms I have attended.
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August 2023 by Eric Mena
This place has changed my life! Coach Paul and Sensei Ellen really care about their athletes. They keep us accountable and keep us motivated! Through kindness and hilarity, they have helped me take control of my health and help me keep my bad habits in check. They are patient but tough when needed. They also exercise great care and expertise to taylor every workout to the individual, as we are all on different levels of fitness and on different steps of our fitness journey. Whether it's Judo or Crossfit, we have a good time, work hard, and learn a lot! We are one big, happy, and STRONG family! It's worth every penny!!
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August 2023 by Austyn Carpenter
After moving to Jonesborough from California I spent a long time looking for the perfect gym to get back into CrossFit. After sitting down and talking to Paul about what I want to get out of training and my goals I knew this was the place to be! Paul and Ellen both take a lot of pride in what they do and their commitment to help everyone that comes in really shows. I’ve really enjoyed training here and have hit a few of my goals already and set some new PRs! I’d recommend Barkeater to everyone.
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August 2023 by Veronica
Great little family gym. Lots of open gym hours. Love that they offer judo/bjj three times a week.
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April 2023 by Chelsea Messer
Jonesborough, TN is lucky to have such an awesome place!! Paul and Ellen are very nice people, very supportive in helping you achieve your goals and awesome in their coaching abilities. The community here is great and honestly I enjoy going to classes each week. They are challenging, but scaled for every fitness level from beginners to more advanced athletes!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!
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March 2023 by April Whitson
I was invited to try a class at Barkeater by a friend and hesitated. I hadn’t been in a gym since weightlifting class in high school. I was so nervous and felt it would be intimidating. But I have truly found a team that I enjoy being apart of at this gym. I love the community atmosphere. Paul and Ellen are focused on technique and teaching us the correct way to do things to protect our bodies. They design our weeks with diversity and cultivate a positive and motivating environment.I’ve noticed improvements in so many areas of life this far! I not only notice improvements in flexibility and strength but also in overall mindset.
