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December 2023 by Ragnar Rock
After several months, intermittently attending DMV Iron Gym, here's my experience: As noted in other reviews, the staff is very rude and unprofessional, exhibiting negative attitudes and raising their voices over simple questions. There's a creepy atmosphere with staff staring and following you even to the locker room and bathroom. The gym-goers mostly consist of military, cops, and 'blue lives matter' enthusiasts, along with bodybuilding wannabes more focused on Instagram than training seriously. The environment feels toxic, resembling a 90s high school vibe where staff and members seem to form cliques. Memberships can be terminated without warning, citing questionable reasons like 'slamming' weights or billing issues that could’ve been easily resolved. On a positive note, the gym has great machines and an overall good workout atmosphere. Despite the gym's equipment quality, the culture, environment, and crowd receive a two-star rating, while the disastrous customer service and staff warrant a minus. Overall, it's a 5-star gym for facilities and equipment but lacking in other crucial aspects. My honest, personal experience has led me to drop the overpriced membership and move on.
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December 2023 by Kyle Rosinke
Really nice bodybuilding/hard-core gym.Pros: big, a lot of equipment, clean, members are serious about their training, excellent selection and quality of machines, tons of dumbbells, kettlebells, nice barbells, tons of cable attachments. They have a no cell phone recording during busy hours policy, which is nice.Cons: not enough squat racks (only 3), no deadlift platforms, no bumper plates, not many specialty bars. They have a small turf area, but not much in the way of "functional" equipment. A sled would be nice. Not many areas to do pull-ups or pull up variations.
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December 2023 by Kevon Wilson
I’ve been a member since opening. Only gets better. The owner’s always upgrading and changing. No other gym competes in my honest opinion.
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December 2023 by Ragnar R.
After several months, intermittently attending DMV Iron Gym, here's my experience: As noted in other reviews, the staff is very rude and unprofessional, exhibiting negative attitudes and raising their voices over simple questions or try to make a scene. There's a creepy atmosphere with staff staring and following you even to the locker room and bathroom. The gym-goers mostly consist of military, cops, and 'blue lives matter' enthusiasts, along with bodybuilding wannabes more focused on Instagram than training seriously. The environment feels toxic, resembling a 90s high school vibe where staff and members seem to form cliques, you get the idea. Memberships can be terminated without warning, citing questionable reasons like 'slamming' weights or billing issues that could've been easily resolved. On a positive note, the gym has great machines and an overall good workout atmosphere. Despite the gym's equipment quality, the culture, environment, and crowd receive a Two-star rating, while the disastrous customer service and staff warrant a minus. Overall, it's a 5-star gym for facilities and equipment but lacking in other crucial aspects. My honest, personal experience has led me to drop the overpriced membership and move on.
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November 2023 by Danny F.
I joined DMV iron because I was in town for my bodybuilding show and knowing how great of an environment it was I wanted to finish my prep there. I am active duty stationed in CA, and I asked about a 2 week pass. They informed me it would be cheaper to do the military membership since it's month to month and when I come back to town I wouldn't have to repay the initiation fee. The first night I went to the gym I spoke to a guy at the front desk and he assured me that I could cancel when I leave and I wouldn't be charged for another month. When I emailed them I was informed I will be charged for an extra month, of course I am upset because I was assured one thing and then told another. Seems like they're just taking advantage of the situation.
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November 2023 by Zakir Wali
First day here and I gotta say this is the best switch i’ve ever done in pursuit of my goals. The environment here is absolutely incredible and seeing all the ambitious, diced, and hard working people all around you puts you in a focus that is unmatched. If you’re looking for a place to chase your goals and ambitions come here. It is well worth it!!
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November 2023 by Gamboa Fitness
An absolute AMAZING gym with top-notch equipment and a community of authentic individuals genuinely passionate about fitness and bodybuilding. The staff, equipment, and overall environment are truly first-class. As a bodybuilding coach i am so grateful for my clients to have access to an environment like this. It makes the process that much more enjoyable with a supportive gym.
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October 2023 by Emma Frayberg
Switched to DMVIron from Lifetime, was a COMPLETELY different vibe all around! The most welcoming staff, community, and the BEST equipment for my workout needs. Not to add the lighting which helped me record myself work out and grow my social media presence! Most motivational gym!
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October 2023 by Ben Amare
My favorite gym in the DMV…. For pro bodybuilders and enthusiasts alike… the best equipment you can’t get anywhere else… what more to ask? I am a frequent traveler so I take advantage of the month to month. They refunded my initiation fee when they saw I paid the fee twice back to back initiation months when I cancelled. Love the staff. Always motivated to work out here. It’s elevated
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September 2023 by Marc D.
this is a great gym, with a really good variety, quality and quantity of equipment. Visited from out of town, needed a place for powerlifting training, and this fit the bill perfectly!
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September 2023 by Sonia Abdulbaki
Crowded, unfriendly environment and unsafe. There were many times I had to tell the front desk to ask people to move their equipment from the middle of the floor. Expensive. Personal training was inconsistent and because of the computer system that did not input my sessions correctly, I had to push and follow up on my final sessions to happen after having paid a lot of money.
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September 2023 by Manuela Sowders
Just moved from Florida and was looking for a gym here in VA. I compete in bodybuilding and I come from a bodybuilding oriented gym which is very big and have everything a body builder would need. DMV iron is pretty close to what I’m used to however, I do think they need to invest in therapy balls and bands for warm up and stretching. It is very difficult to get a good warm up going without some movements. The gym is divided in three parts: legs, back and chest and accessories areas which is cool but it’s hard when you have a whole body workout or a workout that involves back and chest or back and shoulders bc of all the moving around and things being separated.Another thing I did not understand is the change of vibe. On Sunday I walked in and it was completely silent, no music no nothing. And then on Monday I walk in and there is music blasting and a great vibe. Having music blasting at a gym like that makes a complete difference and it is essential. I hope there is some consistency on this factor from not on because it doesn’t make a huge difference.Also when I signed up on Sunday I didn’t receive the blender bottle everyone received and when my husband signed up on Monday he received it and I had to ask the guy in the front to get one since the guy working on Sunday didn’t give me it. Also another thing that should be consistent because it’s does make a difference.Overall a very nice gym I just think some basics and fundamentals are missing and that is why I’m leaving a review. I hope this feedback is taken into consideration :)
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August 2023 by Brett Froelich
The equipment is always working and they rotate in new equipment all the time. There is enough equipment that even at the busiest time, rarely have to wait for anything. Wonderfully clean and always smells great. Parking is sometimes a problem but it's not a deal breaker. Just long walks.
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August 2023 by Manuela Barres
Just moved from Florida and was looking for a gym here in VA. I compete in bodybuilding and I come from a bodybuilding oriented gym which is very big and have everything a body builder would need. DMV iron is pretty close to what I’m used to however, I do think they need to invest in therapy balls and bands for warm up and stretching. It is very difficult to get a good warm up going without some movements. The gym is divided in three parts: legs, back and chest and accessories areas which is cool but it’s hard when you have a whole body workout or a workout that involves back and chest or back and shoulders bc of all the moving around and things being separated.Another thing I did not understand is the change of vibe. On Sunday I walked in and it was completely silent, no music no nothing. And then on Monday I walk in and there is music blasting and a great vibe. Having music blasting at a gym like that makes a complete difference and it is essential. I hope there is some consistency on this factor from not on because it doesn’t make a huge difference.Also when I signed up on Sunday I didn’t receive the blender bottle everyone received and when my husband signed up on Monday he received it and I had to ask the guy in the front to get one since the guy working on Sunday didn’t give me it. Also another thing that should be consistent because it’s does make a difference.Overall a very nice gym I just think some basics and fundamentals are missing and that is why I’m leaving a review. I hope this feedback is taken into consideration :)
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August 2023 by Joseph Ghanime
This gym is has it all, great location, and unique equipment. The staff go above and beyond. Taught me to have better form. A couple new work outs too. The culture is amazing. Second to none.