“I cannot express enough how welcoming Town Athletics has been! I came to the gym during a Friends and Family week, where members could invite others to see what Town was all about. I had never done CrossFit before and frankly, I was a bit intimidated. This apprehension disappeared on day one! The coaches are the best of the best, and the programming is thoughtful and unique. As a beginner, they make sure I understand the lifts and workouts (scaled to my level while also being challenging). The atmosphere is so supportive, and members are very friendly and inspiring. Because I jumped right in to regular workouts (usually there is an onboarding process), I have also taken a few private sessions with Coach Cole…he is amazing, so knowledgeable, patient, and a great instructor. He has a very good way of coaching that I have responded well to. If you have ever wanted to join a CrossFit gym that is challenging, supportive, and fun, Town Athletics is it!”
4:30AM - 9PM
637 Division Ave, Tacoma
Gyms
“Where to begin with Orangetheory Tacoma! Wow! From the moment you check in with the front desk, you are welcomed and encouraged no matter what your fitness level is. Every coach is encouraging, upbeat and excited to be there. The other members are friendly and encouraging too! My husband and I appreciate the community that Orangetheory Tacoma provides. I highly recommend trying it!”
5AM - 6:30PM
4515 N Pearl St, Tacoma
Gyms
“Such a huge fan of Vie. I was so nervous to get back to my active lifestyle after a knee surgery and having my son. But the coaches are all so great. They meet you where you are and it’s nothing but positive, encouraging vibes for all women here. Highly recommend”
Open 24 hours
755 S 38th St, Tacoma
Gyms
“A solid community gym. Lots of variety in their equipment, several trainers on staff, a dry sauna, private washrooms with showers, and 24/7 access for members using a gate code and entry app.
Some slight issues for me personally with their auto-email system not working, but overall I would certainly recommend this gym!”
“Tried Spanaway Fitness for the first time and it was a pleasant experience! Tons of great machines and the powerlifting side is great. I went on a Saturday night and it was empty so it was nice to be able to try lots of machines. Will definitely be coming back soon!”
“Love this place and the people in it!! If you are looking for an individualized plan for weight loss, muscle gain, rehab or just to get/stay fit, give them a call! The facilities and equipment are great and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly.”
10AM - 10PM
102 S 24th St, Tacoma
Gyms
“Well-equipped climbing gym with decent route setting. A bit dusty and grimy, but there’s a tight climbing community here. Good gym to top up your fitness while in Tacoma. This gym is definitely better equipped for bouldering rather than roped climbing.”
Open 24 hours
10719 A St S, Tacoma
Gyms
“Great gym in the Tacoma area. Rates are fair and it is geared towards serious lifting with the appropriate equipment. Don't know why it took me 5 years to find the only serious gym in the area.”
7AM - 6PM
3914 Center St, Tacoma
Gyms
“Incredibly thankful for a space that embraces you wherever you are in life. I've been to a couple of gyms, typically CrossFit, in my life. I am now a mother of 2 and previously had a career as a first responder. Life has clearly changed, a lot, and if I'm being completely honest I've been chronically stressed. So, having found a space to move my body and clear my mind in a gentle way has been a breath of fresh air and something I've never experienced before within a gym setting. I appreciate that warm up/cool downs are programmed into the gym time so that I'm not having to show up earlier/stay late to complete them and it makes a world of a difference to start each class with a fun way to get to know others in the gym via their Question Of The Day. I've been a member with Ascent for a couple of months now and the workouts meet me where I'm at while also being a challenge without an ounce of pressure to push myself to injury. My former gym experiences have typically looked like loud music, a lot of competition, mirrors & scales, everyone "looks the same", rigid workouts, larger class sizes and lacking in accessibility. The coaches and staff at Ascent have been nothing but kind and educated. I've been really impressed and thankful to see offerings like "Low Impact Small Group" which is great for those seeking a slower pace/limited mobility/pre or post giving birth IE, or Sound Bath Meditation. Ascent Fitness has proved themselves to be genuinely caring about ones mental health, being community focused + driven, and supportive of ones journey through life.. Thank you Ascent Fitness for changing my life in an incredibly positive way.”
“By far the best CrossFit gym I’ve been to. The instructors are professional and down to earth. They are very knowledgeable and give spot on guidance on how to properly conduct the workout and the correct position your body needs to be to prevent injury. If you are in the Tacoma area I would highly recommend you try this gym.”
9AM - 6PM
3120 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma
Gyms
“Kari was great! Very engaged throughout class! She led us thru warm ups to get us ready for the workout, and did an awesome job during class ensuring everyone was motivated thru the class!”
4 - 7PM 6 - 10AM
3819 N 27th St, Tacoma
Gyms
“I have been going to Taiso for almost four years now, and I cannot say enough positive things about this gym. Butch and Jennifer are encouraging and enthusiastic about the work they do--they're also both just really phenomenal people all around. It is a safe environment where you can come as you are, and you will quickly feel like you are a part of a big family. Many of the folks there have become my lifelong friends. Plus, the classes are amazing--you will definitely be challenged if you put the effort in, and it honestly feels like grown-up gym class (without the awkwardness). Cannot recommend Taiso enough.”
“If you are looking to learn some new skills or just working on fitness, if you are looking for a family friendly gym LOOK NO FURTHER! THIS IS IT LOL!!! I am sooo happy I found this place. It started off as I just wanted to do it for fitness. Then my 17yr old and my 8yr old joined. Now we are here almost everyday! Just learning everything we can. Both of my sons are training in boxing and jiu jitsu. Drew and Brandon as well as EVERYONE there are sooo welcoming and friendly. I am grateful! Not to mention a FAMILY FRIENDLY environment. I get to workout and also my sons get their practice in. I do boxing with my 17yr old. You really can't beat that!”
5:30AM - 7:30PM
2354 Jefferson Ave, Tacoma
Gyms
“This place is 5*. Great coaches and people. I go for the "crossfit" style HIIT workouts they have during the day. What I like about Tacoma Strength is they focus more on Olympic lifting with less of the weird "hand stand pushup" type crossfit exercises in their HIIT classes. The saturday class is the best.”
“Had the pleasure of meeting Bailey, she was super nice,well informed, and helpful . She made the workout enjoyable, so did the other members working out (: definitely judgement free zone and welcoming . They give you heart rate wrist bands and it shows your progress on the monitor so you see how many calories you burn and what your heart rate is. The workout is fun and goes quick (:”
“Natural Venom is amazing, they have a great atmosphere and very family oriented. The coaches will prepare these athletes to make sure they present and showcase their talents!!! #VenomArmy”
5AM - 9PM
2217 N Pearl St, Tacoma
Gyms
“It's all so easy. I pull in and park, I go in and flash my phone, I go back out to my truck because I forget my headphones, go back in and work out! Peaches and cream! No hassle and good people up front. All in time to make my forgetfulness class.”
“Im not gonna lie…. I was pretty out of shape when I first started here and I def had no idea what I was doing. It’s been a few months and not only have a lost quite a bit of weight, but I’ve gained so much muscle! The staff are all really fun and helpful people… I cannot say enough about this place. If you’re on the fence about trying it out, don’t be! I wish I would have signed up sooner ?”
“Solid gym equipment. I'm not into the wimpy isolation machines but there isn't too many of those here. I love loading up those plates on the barbells and sending them for a ride! Got some good spots to do some heavy deadlifting. The foam rollers are nice to help out my sore body. Ill be back here over and over again.”
Open 24 hours
2623 N Pearl St, Tacoma
Gyms
“This is my favorite Anytime Fitness in the state. I travel across the state and use a bunch of them, but I often travel 30+ miles out of the way to come here. It's never too crowded, they have a good selection of equipment, it's clean. I have plenty more to say about this gym but I'm mid set right now. I just wanted everyone to know that the environment is amazing here for both newbies and power lifters alike. When my membership from my other gym is up, I'm renewing it here for sure.”
5AM - 9:30PM
1144 Market St, Tacoma
Gyms
“Very clean. Lot's of space. Amazing staff. Lot's of different programs to select from; and, thank you for the helping with the homeless program also. Love the active employee cleaner in the locker room keeping it clean and orderly.”
“Zenith has a dedicated staff and you will be challenged. Lacey is hands on as an owner and approachable! She gives you her heart and soul because she CARES about athlete development. Our daughter has improved immensely. Highly recommended!”
5AM - 9PM
817 E 72nd St, Tacoma
Gyms
“Where most people give planet fitness a bad name, I've had a wonderful experience. I 35-year-old male was 295 pounds when I started going to the gym, just committing to doing 45 minutes a day. The staff is always super friendly. I have now officially weighed in this morning at 233 pounds. Losing sixty pounds In just ten and a half weeks. If I was to make one note, if they were to add a sauna room in here, it would increase the experience exponentially.”
3:30 - 8PM
5943 6th Ave, Tacoma
Gyms
“A bit pricey for group and very pricey for team. It’s a sport so I get it. The regular group has mediocre instructors. Maybe it’s the group size, but it seems that there is not a lot of advancement or time to help students individually advance.”
“The experience was very welcoming, had an amazing connection with the workers at the front desk. Also made some life long friends planet fitness was the start of my work out journey. (Wish people would clean after themselves) Maybe make it a bit more harsh.”
5AM - 10PM
15707 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma
Gyms
“Lyric is so awesome love talking to her and she made the experience very comfortable being in the gym for the first time in years. Still have to talk to my man about signing up but definitely considering love the facility lay out. Men’s locker room could be cleaner but lyric assured me it’ll be taken care of asap she was literally so nice ?”
5AM - 10PM
1905B S 72nd St, Tacoma
Gyms
“Went to LA Fitness with a friend the other day and had a great experience with all the staff. Jeremiah was so helpful! I think it’s really cool how LA Fitness is so inclusive with who they hire. Jeremiah goes to show that all differently abled people/ people on the spectrum are able to succeed in the business world!”
“I've been at The Training Pit for almost 2 years. I train with both Seth and Vanessa, and have done nutrition coaching with Seth as well.When I first started, I had some metabolic improvements to make based upon lab work I had done. As of today, my lab work is pristine - All thanks to Seth and his guidance. Not to mention all of the muscle I've been able to build through the strength, mobility, corrective work, and superior programming from training with Seth and Vanessa.Words cannot describe how grateful I am to get to work with Seth and Vanessa and be a part of this community!”