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October 2023 by Michael Brophy
I work out at Iron Will’s studio down the street. My perception is that the owner is unwilling to spend money on buying enough equipment and maintaining the space.Some examples:1. Broken & infested equipment. There are 4 machines, 2 don’t work. 1 has been infested with small red bugs for months (see pic)2. Unclean. The bathrooms are grimy, with mystery hairs and rings around the toilet. All trash cans are stuffed to brim, have to been emptied in weeks.3. Not enough equipment. If you want to use a barbell or dumbbells (which you have to because the machines don’t work), there are not enough plates to lift much over 200 lbs. for dumbbells, there are plenty 20s and below, but then the next and last jump you can make is to 35s. No 25s, no 30s, nothing above 35.
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August 2023 by Parker Merritt
This is an awesome gym, 24/7, has all the equipment you could need and more, great owner super nice guy, really enjoyed our time there. The best part about this gym was the other people working out there, lots of young people trying to better themselves, no creepy old guys staring you down while you finish your set. Best energy/environment I have felt as a member of a gym.
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June 2023 by Caleb Morgan
Extremely high quality gym at an incredibly reasonable price. Whether you’re prepping for a powerlifting meet, bodybuilding competition, or simply trying to become a healthier individual this facility has a wide variety of equipment to support your goals. Fellow members are welcoming and the gym has an awesome atmosphere. Will, the owner, is easily accessible and is always improving the gym. Can’t recommend this place enough.
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June 2023 by Matt Coakley
I have been going to this gym almost every day for the past 2 years and it’s been fantastic. Great gym, highly recommend if you live in the area!
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April 2023 by Addison Carroll
I absolutely love this gym! I joined knowing no one and made friends quickly. The people are so friendly and helpful, never scared to ask someone to spot me. Everything is always clean and equipment is always being upgraded, fixed or replaced. Will does an amazing job keeping this place up while expanding and meeting everyone’s needs or requests.
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April 2023 by mike jessee
The owner is constantly upgrading the gym. There is ample space and the 24 hour access is perfect for me. This gym has the best selection of gym equipment for all lifters. The owner openly asks for suggestions of new equipment and often delivers on those requests. Happy to have Iron Will Gym in Cville. The gym has a great community of lifters and is a welcoming environment for all lifters.
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April 2023 by Karragan Harvell
Ive been a member at Iron Will for years now and it is by far the best lifters gym in charlottesville. The environment is competitive, the members are respectful, the equipment is extensive, and the owner, Will, is awesome! Highly recommend if you are a serious lifter.
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March 2023 by Paul Justin Zane
Great location, exceptional customer service. The equipment is arranged thoughtfully and the owner regularly tracks down and purchases new machines with the goal of making the gym as useful as possible. Membership is reasonably priced. The gym is clean. Safe environment. Would recommend to anyone who wants to improve themselves physically, regardless of their current fitness level. They also offer day and week passes, so if you're only in the area for a short time, just reach out to them and they will happily make accommodations that work for your needs.
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February 2023 by Elise N.
Absolutely incredible gym tucked away off the main road close to Pantops. A day pass is $10 and a week pass is $25 which I think is a great deal if you're just visiting for a short time. You are able to access the gym any time of the day even on a guest pass - just message/call the owner ahead of time to get access information.The gym itself has only a few cardio machines: treadmill, elliptical, erg, ski erg, stair master. What is truly the star of this gym are the machines. No two machines are exactly the same and each serve a specific purpose. I did a full leg day here and had 3 different leg presses and a hack/reverse hack squat machine to choose from. The cable equipment had every type of handle/grip that you could want nicely hung up on the wall. There are a good number of dumbbells and barbells to use as well. There's a very small turf area with a sled, boxes, bands, and kettle bells.If you only want to do cardio, this may not be the best fit, but if you do any type of weightlifting (powerlifting, bodybuilding, crossfit) this is the place for you!I will definitely be returning the next time I find myself in Charlottesville!
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October 2022 by James Steelesmith
Awesome gym. So many barbells, racks, and platforms, along with a lot of weights and machines. We were visiting for the weekend and the drop-in was very easy and affordable and convenient.
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October 2022 by Will Green
I travel nationwide for work and this is one of the best and most well kept gyms I’ve visited. Incredibly nice people as well.
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July 2022 by Nikolas Almås
This is hands-down the best gym I have ever gone to. My girlfriend and I looked to transition away from the local YMCA post-pandemic to another gym that had better equipment and a stronger community aspect and Iron Will fits that mold. At Iron Will I found a welcoming community and grew a passion for powerlifting and trained here for the duration of my meet prep on competition specific equipment. The owner really cares about making upgrades to the gym and there is constantly new equipment coming in. The community aspect is great too. During my time here, I made great friends that I hope to keep in contact with for a long time and I have lot a great memories that I will cherish for the rest of my lifting journey. If you're in the Charlottesville area looking for a place to workout you cannot go wrong with Iron Will.
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June 2022 by Benjamin Mossholder
I’ve been a member of a lot of gyms over the years and Iron Will Gym has been the best one. The selection of equipment, weights, bars, and racks are all high quality and Will the owner is constantly working to make new additions and improve the gym. The gym has a great environment and is always clean and ready to go. The pricing is great for the equipment and 24/7 access and there are no confusing contracts or hidden fees. Highly recommended gym!
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June 2022 by Nomad Nolan
Traveling nurse here, I try to take my fitness very serious and make it a point to find a quality gym at every contract as much of a priority as I do finding a quality apartment or hotel. With that being said, I don't consider my self an expert at many things however I have a long list of gyms Ive been to all across the country to compare to Iron Will Gym. Short answer, the gym is plain awesome! the equipment is legit some of the best I've used and allows for both a focus on the ascetics of bodybuilding and the functionality of all other athletics. Will (the owner) has done an incredible job picking through the needless and useless equipment you find in most chain gyms and instead he has amassed one of the best collections of equipment, bars, free weight and accessories I've seen in one place. This next statement may mean little to gym new goers or novice lifter however it will make more sense as their lifting/fitness lifestyles continue, "gym atmosphere". This may be the most important aspect of a gym and thus the perception of those working out at the gym, as well as it having a genuine effect on the resolve of new lifters continuing in their weight loss or fitness journeys. Again, the short answer is the gym atmosphere is amazing! everyone in the gym kept the atmosphere and attitude as a gym should be, everyone was helpful, encouraging, motivating, and always friendly. I don't write reviews for most gyms but this wasn't and isn't most gyms, 10/10 recommend from me! You won't regret it.
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June 2022 by Joshua Ellis
I have to say that I’ve been in every gym in Charlottesville and surrounding counties, cities and states. Iron Will Gym is hands down the best facility I’ve had the privilege to train in. There is no shortage of any equipment no matter your style of training. Bodybuilding, powerlifting, power building, CrossFit or just everyday health and fitness. Want a great spot to train, shower and leave happy, Keep your Will Iron solid and hit the facility. Make it your go to spot. It’s Grind Time Babbby!!! Keep Sexy Alive
