Get Fit Studio

Man oh man!

This is a long overdue, much needed review.

My husband and I went to GetFitStudio back in 2019. I unfortunately had to abruptly stop my training sessions because I was accepted into a Masters program and had to prioritize budgeting for school.

It's (clearly) now 2022 and my husband and I have since moved to California... But we can still say and strongly recommend GetFitStudio to anyone in the area. I have had other trainers since training with Boris and my husband and I can confidently say Boris was the best personal trainer we had.

We had customized training sessions to our own body types, Boris got us to cut weight and gain muscle so fast .... Going 3x a week. We were admittedly not the best at dieting but looking back now.. it was so crazy cool how Boris got us to be so fit.

If we can clone a Boris out here in California we would....

But anyways, I figured I'd leave a note here saying how awesome this gym was and how much we miss Boris. So Boris if you see this, Uriah and Eric miss you a ton! You too Carlo!

But yes if you're looking for a gym - this place is it.

My fiancé (now husband) and I started seeing Carlo for 3x weekly personal training at the end of October 2017. We wanted to ensure that we'd make it through the holidays successfully and still look great for our May 2018 wedding (we just got our wedding photos back and I'd say MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!).

Carlo gave us simple dietary guidelines that were easy to follow and that, combined with his coaching customized for our skill level and goals, transformed our bodies. It wasn't always easy especially with Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's festivities, but we ended up learning how to be more creative with our meal prep so that we could still eat some of the things that we loved while maintaining the caloric deficit.

For some background, I am a former triathlete and have always considered myself pretty active/in shape but a shoulder injury in 2016 prevented me from being as active as I normally like. After extensive physical therapy I was finally cleared for most activities again in the fall of 2017 and so I immediately hopped onto Yelp to find a trainer to kickstart my journey back to my fighting weight.

Jim, my husband, is a former Green Beret. He was not initially 100% on board with my idea to partner with Carlo (he didn't feel like he really needed much coaching given his extensive background in PT), but he agreed to a couple of months of personal training to please me. That said, Carlo challenged Jim in ways he would not have otherwise challenged himself, and they have become good friends. Their "bromance" is hilarious to watch now and when our two months was about to expire it was actually Jim who demanded that we extend our personal training package.

Carlo and his team of trainers are extremely personable and welcoming, and they make everyone feel comfortable regardless of skill level. The new studio location is phenomenal and high tech while being accessible to beginners and experienced students alike. The bathrooms are impeccably clean and offer all kinds of thoughtful touches including showers and all the stuff you might need to get spiffed up post-workout. It's a family business and Carlo and his wife take a great interest in the success and feedback of their customers.

By the time we walked down the aisle, Jim had lost a whopping 30+ pounds and I was down about 25 pounds myself. Both of us are the strongest we have ever been and we still train with Carlo weekly and attend the group fitness classes to maintain our results. It's incredible to think we had that much to lose/that much strength to gain back but the photos and the scale don't lie. We can't recommend the Get Fit Studio enough!

I love this gym. It is a small, family (and Asian!) owned HIIT gym that offers a diverse set of classes at really convenient times.

My husband and I are new(ish) to the area, and it took my husband some time to convince me to try it out - he used to live the #CrossfitLife, whereas I was an Orange Theory disciple in a previous life. I'd stopped going to Orange Theory because I was tired of it constantly aggravating injuries (the fast pace and large class sizes aren't conducive to the attention needed to take real care and sometimes slow down), so it'd been almost two years since I'd last worked out. I was worried that I wouldn't be fit enough - but hey, the gym is called "Get Fit" - that's literally why it's there!

Since joining, I've tried all sorts of new tools that I thought I wasn't strong enough to use, including a hex bar and a barbell. The classes are 6 people max, so there's a lot of attention in each session. Further, the coaches remember your preferences and fitness level, and communicate this among themselves. For example, I need to use a barbell to do pushups because I'm not fit enough to move to knee push ups yet, and there's always a barbell waiting for me prior to class no matter who the instructor is.

I really enjoy the personalized experience of this gym, and the variety of exercises keep me interested. It's constantly challenging me to push myself and try something new, and I know that the coaches will ensure that I do everything to avoid injury. Highly recommend!

Carlo is amazing. He's helped me lose over 40 lbs so far, and now I'm building muscle.
I went from the worst shape in my life to the best!!!

Get Fit Studio hands down the best strength training/weight loss gym I have been to! Carlo, Jack and Boris are amazing, I love how they support your fitness goals but most importantly they provide a family oriented atmosphere. I always look forward to going to the gym!

I appreciate how clean the gym is and the amazing accommodations (showers!!) If you want to achieve amazing body goals, Get Fit Studio is where you need to be. You will be surrounded around amazing people, lead by one of the top trainers in VA and look and feel sexy!

I've been going to Get Fit for almost three years. I was originally a client through ClassPass and then quit ClassPass to join full time. All of the instructors / coaches are excellent and create a community feel. I do both Group Classes and Personal Training. Group is always different and fun, but also a good challenge, especially if you like HIIT style training. Personal Training is just that - personal :) They create a detailed nutrition plan for you and give you different exercises geared towards your goals. I can't recommend GFS enough!

As someone doing CrossFit for five years, I was skeptical of starting a new gym when we moved to the area. After a drop-in and a few classes at Get Fit, I realized I couldn't have picked a better gym. The coaches are always helpful and supportive, treating every member (new and old) with the same level of attentiveness and support.

Both the personal training and the group session classes are fantastic. They're tailored to all levels of experience and are constantly varied to keep things interesting!

The gym itself is fantastic with the best equipment, fully stocked bathrooms, and plenty of space for all members.

I highly recommend Get Fit Studio!

I wish there was an option for 6 stars!!

I've been working out at Get Fit Studio since July/August of 2018 and I'm down about 20lbs.  But, truthfully, the best part of the entire experience has been the time the staff has taken to get to really know me, my family, and what I need - to get the most out of my workouts.  

As long as you're motivated you'll 100% see positive results at Get Fit...this is one of the greatest fitness experience I've ever had.

My husband and I reached out to Get Fit for personal training ahead of our wedding. My personal goal was to tone up for the dress! In just three month's time, I lost 9 lb.s and saw a significant difference in my form and strength. I trained 1:1 with Carlo twice a week and attended group classes every other day. That, coupled with a nutrition plan helped me reach my goal in no time. Staff is great and knowledgeable, and the studio is gorgeous.

Sarah is AMAZING!!!

I cannot begin to say enough great things about this gym - especially my trainer, Sarah! She is phenomenal in every way: communication, preparation, encouragement, attention to proper form, and dedication to client needs.

Sarah takes every bit of intimidation out of working out. She teaches me as we workout, challenges me to give my best, and offers corrections in helpful ways. She meets her clients where they are and walks the along with them to the path of success.

I would also say one of her talents is in pelvic floor strengthening and weight training. I started with her in Feb 2021 with the goals of being able to run once again, lose 15 pounds, and build muscle. I had hoped to be able to reach all of those goals by October but have accomplished them by mid-May. Amazing!

After accomplishing my goals early, I am setting new ones with Sarah's help. I know she will help you meet your goals just as she has helped me. If you need a trainer, call Sarah today!