Best Athletics Classes Minneapolis Near Me

Rune Lee-Kolhoff: Great place to workout and do biceps curls. Also treadmills are A+ Smoothest treadmills I have been on better than most workout centers.

Kandy Heiman: Staff very helpful & supportive.

Adam Morgan: , It still has a ton to offer. It's got free weights, cardio equipment, class offerings, a spa, and nice locker rooms. I'm able to get a well rounded workout here and have felt very welcomed ever since joining. Plus, I don't hear much grunting from guys doing lifts. So, 5 stars from me!

Wyatt Auseth: Coaches are great and work to help you. The workouts will help you with what sport you play and is personalized around it.

Sam Hanneman: I love Jacob Andrew and Brian

ella balabas: I’ve been going here for four years and love it!

William Browne: Very nice place and good place to workout! all the coaches are very nice too so I highly recommend people to come!

Jacob Bruemmer: Good facility and coaches

Lola Currier: All of the coaches are great at encouraging you while challenging you at the same time!

Marc Asch: The place where ultimate Frisbee teams and others can train.

Cecilia Hauer: They do a great job on all the trainings.Thank you

Emily Anderson: Very nice place

Gene Crandall: Good training regimen for specific sports.Kid really enjoyed it and benefitted from the program.The trainers work hard and interact well with the athletes.

Jeremy Gross: Tim and the whole team are amazing. They have made a huge difference in my son's hockey skill set and given him more confidence to succeed. Can't praise this team enough.

Nick Anthony: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,QualityWe had a great experience with our mite and squirt aged kids going through the summer training program. The kids loved the coaches and looked forward to going each week. You could see the results of the hard work and I highly recommend this program for any hockey parent!

Terry J: You could not find a more welcoming community to start or continue your fitness journey. Whatever that may look like. Love everything about it thus far!

Claire Baglien: Words don’t express how much of a difference it makes to be surrounded by supportive people instead of gym bros. The community at Solcana gives me so much more than just incredible and fun workouts. I feel encouraged to do what’s best for my body and didn’t have to deal with toxic weight loss culture messaging. The coaches give so many alternative options for an exercise and I always learn something new.

Raven Dewitt: Nearly a year ago I signed up for a beginner class at Solcana and was terrified. I had never been to a gym before, and quite honestly was too intimidated to attempt lifting heavier weights on my own. The empower class gave me the confidence I needed to continue my journey and now, almost a year later you will find me at Solcana several times a week! The coaches are so encouraging and helpful and the community is incredible. I have never felt stronger in my life. Solcana is the best!

Darcie Vandegrift: Friendly gym with welcoming vibe for all. LGBTQ+, size and age diverse, women-owned. I’m in the 50+ class and have never worked out in such a supportive environment. Make extra time to find parking in the evening.

Elea Besse: Everyone was so welcoming and friendly! Had a great workout 💪

Morgan Bolstad: Truly the most comfortable and rewarding gym experience I've ever had! The coaches are patient, knowledgeable, kind, ability-inclusive, and helpful. I have loved every workout because of the atmosphere here

Ashley Stephens: I really enjoyed the virtual postpartum class. It was easy to fit in exercises at my own pace around newborn care. It gave me the foundation to get back into more vigorous exercise.

Brenda Falk: I am in town for work for two weeks and wanted to try out a local gym that might be similar to the classes I take at home. Solcana’s Sunday community class sounded perfect! Unfortunately when I arrived, I learned that the class had been cancelled - however, Cate and her team were so welcoming, it only made me more interested in joining their community! They graciously encouraged me to make myself at home in their gym and use their facilities on my own. This experience has me wishing I lived in Minneapolis - Solcana has clearly created something special here!

Katherine Shane: strength classes, etc. Incredibly body positve, to the degree that i have never heard any staff ever initiate a conversation about weightloss or muscle building unless someone asked first. Even then, its hardly ever mentioned. I have always felt welcome safe and included as short, wide, queer, late 50s woman with injury restrictions. It's one of the only places where I can say things like 'l am a power lifter' and no one looks at me like I am nuts, or 'oh that's so cute she thinks she can lift things' or like I am some super role model. I am just an athlete like anyone else.

Kelsey Callahan: Solcana is wonderful!!! The people who attend class, and the coaches are all amazing and supportive! If you are looking for a place to feel comfortable and welcome in your exercise journey Solcana is the place!

Mia Farinas: Best gym ever! I joined Solcana as a newbie to lifting, and my relationship to fitness has totally changed in my year as a member. For the first time in my life, I really look forward to going to the gym! The friendly, nonjudgemental environment and all of the modifications that coaches offer have been really helpful in making me feel comfortable to get started, and learning what my body needs. The community at Solcana is unbeatable– it is such a treat to work out with so many fun, kind people who are all working on their own personal goals.

Kris T: Being an older person brand new to this kind of fitness in 2021, I was a bit overwhelmed to try Solcana. It didn't take long to love it - the fitness AND the community. I felt welcomed and supported from day one. The coaches and the athletes make Solcana a thing of beauty supporting each other to do and be their best, whatever that looks like for them. I am inspired every time I come to Solcana because of how all types of bodies are welcomed and show up, getting strong and pushing through hard stuff together. Flash forward to 2+ years later: I am stronger, more comfortable and at home in my aging body, doing things I never thought possible, and I couldn’t be happier with the Solcana community. It’s definitely more than just a gym. Or perhaps what all gyms should aspire to be.

Naomi Osborn: I joined the beginners Empower Class and am so grateful I did! I have never worked out in a gym in my life and really felt that the program and coaches met me where I am. The Empower class has changed the way I see working out and how it fits into my life — I understand now that movement everyday is beneficial to your health and waiting for perfect circumstances is silly. I am continuing my fitness journey and have joined Solcana as a member to attend the BBF classes.

Collin Arnett: Solcana's pretty damn great. I've been going for years now, and their quality programming and coaches keep me going back. What distinguishes them from other "functional fitness" gyms?1. Inclusivity and body/ability positivity - It doesn't matter your shape or ability level. Coaches will find a way for you to start or continue your fitness journey2. Quality programming and coaching - I would routinely injure myself at my old gym. I juries are rare at Solcana because I'm taught how to do things the right way and programmed in a way that I don't hurt my back or strain my shoulder.3. LGBTQ and BIPOC centered - Solcana does their best to be a welcoming community for all and centers people who are typically marginalized. As someone who is privileged enough to benefit from our society, I'm happy to support and join a gym as an ally to all marginalized people.Hannah has built an amazing community, and I love it.

Nathan Hofferber: I can’t say enough how much I love this gym. The classes are amazing, the coaches are incredible, and most importantly the community around the gym is unbeatable. Easily the best gym I’ve been to.

Sarah Ryan: I feel really grateful to have found this space. I’ve been immediately welcomed to the community with warmth and have been encouraged to be my strongest and happiest self. This gym aligns with my values in supporting strength and training without any emphasis on restriction, diet, and weight loss. I’m excited for the growth and gains this space will guide me to!

Maximilian Homstad: Been going to this gym for almost 2 years now, and it is like no other. I love the community I’ve found here, and the strength-based group classes have been gamechanging! I never thought I would like group classes, but the accountability has kept me coming back consistently. The coaches here are knowledgeable, compassionate, and always willing to adapt movements to something that will work for your body. If you are looking for a body-neutral, queer/queer friendly gym, this is the place to go.

stephen herman: Very big and really good route setting

ryan laff: This is my new fav gym! Love the emphasis on climb downs! Has weights/classic work out gym, co-working space, salad vending machine. Good routesYogaEtc

Ethan Roesner: Best place in Minnesota to go bouldering. Vibes in the place are amazing with fun music. Staff are super nice and the bouldering is the best with the different difficulties.

Alfred: Very busy, but I enjoy coming here sometimes

Keenan Radzak: Great facilities, great walls, great location, great staff. One of my favorite places to be.

Jaquetta Powell: We hosted our 7 year olds birthday party here. It was a great experience! The kids stayed active the entire time. The coaches made sure to include the parents who wanted to participate.

Tariku B: I have two boys who just joined 3 weeks ago.Both of them love the work and trainers.We joined for an 8-week session and will post a review after that.So far, extremely love it and highly recommend it.

Jessy Westfall: Love this place. Super helpful staff, registering is a breeze, and the trainers get after ya. Clean facility, parking is easy, and super military friendly company. Highly recommend.

JanMarie Hall: Great workout! Something new everyday! If you want to kick up your workout a notch, D1 is the place to be.

Supreme Godking: Lost my trainer Garrett💪🏽😤A trainer who cares about you

Jon S.: Visiting from out of town and very impressed with the workout, facilities and staff. If I was a local I’d definitely be a regular — thanks for the warm welcome!

Sean Kurth: They had an add on Facebook that vets could get a free workout, and I’ve been going as often as I can since my first day. Instructors are great & the environment/equipment & gym is awesome!

giadigiacomo: Very impressed by the world class facility and amazing staff that manage. Incredible positive energy by everyone. The workouts cater to novice and experienced alike. D1 also is a huge supporter of the military veteran community and I as well as many others are grateful for their support.

Juan Moreno Rosales: D1 Training is an exceptional fitness facility, and the instructor is truly outstanding. The workouts are challenging yet tailored to individual fitness levels, making it accessible for all. The coach's expertise shines through in their ability to motivate, correct form, and push you to reach your goals. Overall, D1 Training and the coaches have created a welcoming, results-driven environment that I highly recommend for anyone looking to improve their fitness journey.

Lamar Haywood: Great environment, great workouts, amazing music, highly enthusiastic facilitators, and worth every bit of your time

Lee Robinson: Great place to work out facilities are top of the line and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. It's place that makes come back. It fantastic that support veterans

Anthony Darby: A big shoutout to D1 Training and Heroes Movement for teaming up to give FREE classes to veterans! The staff push you to be your best with their awesome motivation! The classes are a blast and being in a group setting helps me push myself so much more than on my own! If a veteran or anyone else is looking for a great place to workout both new or experienced then this is the place for you!

Danielle Heitkamp: is extremely welcoming and will happily walk you through any questions/concerns you may have. The members of this gym are welcoming and friendly as well. In my opinion, it’s a great environment for people at any fitness level. I’ve only been a few times, but I really like the programming!

James Hutton: Awesome facility and great staff! Great way to start the day off at 0600 with a high energy workout and fun group! Looking forward to hundreds of more sessions here!!

Jessie Swanson: It s truly a blessing that Veterans get the opportunity to enjoy classes for free with the help of The Hero Movement. D1 is great!Loving it so far!Come in and try it for yourself :

Missy Van Arsdale: Amazing workout and top tier gym! Each session pushes me in different ways and gets me out of my comfort zone! The sessions are upbeat and the coach is always there to help with techniques. Great gym and I always leave feeling like I got a great session in.

Trayonna Ricks: Good vibes, wonderful workouts as a former D1 athlete.

Robert McGee: and play sports this training facility would be the best in my opinion. And at the end of the day you get to do fun exercise I’ve only been here 2 weeks and my favorite cooldowns are tag and one leg catch. And the gym time is also jumping and working on your legs but if your looking for a place to train and get better at whatever you need. HAVE FUN 🤩

Christine: I am heartbroken that you’re leaving this space, and even more so about the bro-bar that is certain to move in after a costly, and wasteful rebuild. I love the mission, but am a tad bitter about the loss of this asset in our community. I hope the numerous employees you laid off are going to land on their feet.

Bridget Ryan: I started at the downtown Y 35-40 years ago and happily moved to the Uptown pool. Lovely locker room and just a great lap swim experience for decades. Midtown is adequate but just that. I signed on for fitness and well-being, and I still want that. Will the Y close Midtown in the next few years once they establish their social service programs? Hard to know. Had a good tour at Midtown’s pool today in advance of the November 1 change. Will have to give it a try. Adequate will have to be good enough for now!

D: tried this location out because of the reviews saying it wasn't too busy. Can confirm. Happy to be a member here

Peter Schulze: Great staff and group fitness classes

Nancy Harms: Some great yoga classes!

Mikayla Hagen: A great place to turn off your brain for an hour and get a fantastic workout in. All of the coaches and staff are energetic and super helpful.

Kai Peterson: Just went for the first time after moving from Los Campeones. Definitely has pretty much anything you’d need at a fitness club and seems reasonably clean

Danielle Greving: Reasonably priced, never busy, and plenty of classes to choose from. Only downside is you have to pay for parking.

Adrianne Peterman: Had a great experiences at this gym! I am so excited to start going regularly. Jason the manager is really caring and passionate about this place and getting you to your goals not just physically but mentally.

Hly V Yang: All these bad reviews must have not met the new manager they just hired. He's got lots of tattoos. I was nervous at first, intimidated, but he was a super genuine guy and really made sure I understood what I was paying for. All these people who say they were "trapped" clearly didn't take time to read the fine print or ASK QUESTIONS! So far the new manager has been super friendly and nice and willing to work with your budget. Don't ask questions then you get bad results. Duh? ALSO if you look at some of the profiles who are leaving bad reviews.. almost ALL of their reviews are just bad reviews bashing companies.. seems suspicious if you ask me.. maybe those bad reviewers need to get off their high horse..

Nicholas Verderame: Super sicky gnar!

Teap San: Nice

Jay Jewson: Visiting Minneapolis from out of town. Gym is very well equipped and clean. Chase is on duty and very helpful!

Jane Smith: Anytime Fitness is a great gym! It is clean. Plenty of space to workout for everyone. Love the personal training sessions I signed up for. The AF trainers are challenging, knowledgeable, and encouraging.

arch0049: Making a new review after being a member for about a year. Still say five stars. The only knocks on this place I can think of are the parking situation and some of the members. It is in a densely populated urban area, the lot fills and parking is sparse from 330p-630p. There are many oddball members. None of them make the gym feel unsafe, they are just annoying. But back to the great parts of the gym, plenty of space, every piece of equipment you should expect from a 24 hour gym, new manager is just as great as long time manager that recently left, tons of classes, staff and cleaning contractor do a great job keeping it neat, and easy access from the freeway or on public transit and they have rearranged some equipment and added a deadlift platform in last few weeks. Place is still amazing, maybe even better than when I joined.

Michi Prigge: Jason runs a great training program and gym. He takes the time to get to know your individual goals and supports you through the entire process. Very much recommend this establishment

Eric Carr: This is a great place for kids to get stronger and faster by an amazing trainer in Michael! He is very welcoming, friendly and gets the best out of the kids. I highly recommend!

Greg Baumann: Michael is amazing! I brought my 12 year old son in for an evaluation, and he told my son everything I’ve been telling him about his training and eating habits, but it meant so much more coming from a professional trainer! ETS, gives athletes all the tools they need to be as successful as possible. This is a great program!

Audrey Jackson: i love this place soooo much

Wesley Edward: Coaches are juiced. Energy is high. Athletes getting after it, reaching their full potential. Great attitudes. Lotta effort. Exceptional results.

Addison Dobratz: i always leave with a smile on my face.

Justin Sanders: i’ve only ever had pleasant experiences at ets

Abby Doerr: Michael and Levi do a great job and I have made huge progress! I have done weight training at multiple places but this is for sure my favorite!

Jennifer Paskar: Absolutely slayed

Ella Schoffelman: The best place to workout. The atmosphere is supportive and motivating and the coaches create a personal and strong relationship with each athlete promoting self confidence and determination.

Paige Johnson: I love it here. The coaches are all super friendly and will help with anything. The facility is also super nice!

Jason Rowe: Ets is the best place to get ripped and grow muscle

Bridget Rose: Недавно я пошла на занятия по женскому джиу-джитсу и нервничала, так как никогда раньше туда не ходила. Все в классе были приветливы, не было абсолютно никакого осуждения, и инструктор был очень полезен.

Pámela Boveda Aguirre: Подвал — отличный спортзал! великие тренеры и спортсмены являются частью этого! У вас есть занятия ММА для начинающих и продвинутых! и это здорово! БЖЖ тоже очень хорош, профессор Дэйв великолепен, очень технический класс! Кроме того, и они очень хорошо уделяют внимание детям!!! очень рекомендую тренажерный зал! объект отличный! надеюсь скоро вернуться

Suki Moen: Отличный тренажерный зал! Программа для подростков просто фантастическая. Тренеры все очень талантливые и знающие.

Daniel Rogers: Отличный объект. Чистый, хорошо организованный и дружелюбный персонал / инструкторы. Группа BJJ действительно потрясающая. Приветствуя, поощряя и бросая вызов. Я очень рекомендую тренажерный зал Cellar всем!

Devin Bruce: После пары лет, проведенных в различных типах спортивных залов и программ, присоединение к Cellar дало мне новую приверженность фитнесу. Тренерский состав дружелюбный, терпеливый и знающий. Множество доступных занятий также отличает его от других залов боевых искусств в этом районе.

Gabriela Cole: Люблю это место

Erin Doo: Моя семья занимается в этом тренажерном зале уже почти три года, и прогресс, которого добились мои дети, невероятен! Ничего не могу сказать о тренерах! Они лучшие в своем деле! Действительно ощущение второй семьи! ♥️♥️💪🏽💪🏽

Kailey Everett: This has been my second home for the last several years! If you are having doubts just give it a try! We have all been there and it takes a lot of courage to try something new but it is so worth it! I started just because I wanted to find a way to exercise that was less boring than running on a treadmill and now, I am a part of the fight team and have rooted myself in an amazing community that has helped me not just physically but socially and emotionally. The coaches are amazing and willing to go out of their way and sacrifice their time to help you. They have a great kids program with amazing caring coaches. I don't know what I could do without this gym. Whether you want to join for mental or physical health reasons or compete at the highest level this is the gym for you!

Ken Tran: Recently, I completed the 6 week challenge, which gave me the motivation to come back and start attending classes again. For the challenge we were to attend kickboxing classes 3 times a week. Originally I was signed up for Muay Thai, as I found it to be an interesting art, but after the challenge, I found I enjoyed the kickboxing a lot and signed up for that instead.I was worried about finding time to attend, but they have so many classes on their schedule that I can always find a class that matches my schedule, no matter how much my schedule changes week to week. While I worked the fair, I was able to attend morning classes. When I went back to my normal work schedule they had a class almost every night of the week.The coaches are absolutely phenomenal. Being that there are so many classes, there are also a few coaches, and they all teach their classes differently, while still changing it up from class to class. Not only are you getting a satisfying workout, but you are getting a variety that promises you'll never get bored.As for the people, they are all very friendly. Although I attend classes alone, there is always somebody to practice with. Often we end up pairing up, and if you didn't bring a friend you'll have to make a new friend. I have not had one bad experience with all of the people I have worked with. As great as a place is, if the people aren't friendly, then it basically becomes a chore to attend. I actually find myself looking forward to attending classes and meeting new people.Overall, I would highly recommend taking a look at this gym. The classes are great and flexible; the coaches are knowledgeable and helpful; and the people are extremely friendly.UPDATE 9/4/19-11 months later and I still find myself getting excited to attend classes everyday. In fact, sometimes I dread holidays or vacations due to the classes I'd have to miss. I've started many hobbies and quit after a month or two because I was bored or just didn't feel like I belonged. Here I feel like everyone is so inclusive and welcoming.I've expanded from kickboxing and Muay Thai into Brazillian Jiu Jitsu and am loving it just as much as the other two. Unfortunately, this does mean I do have to cut back on one of the other two in order to participate, but that's what I get for wanting to try everything.One important thing to note is that The Cellar is not just for the combatants looking to get into the or improve their fighting prowess. Yes, if that is what you're looking for, this place is amazing, but for an average Joe, Jill or whoever, this is a good place to meet new friends and get in a fun workout.Update 1/10/2024-5 years later and still going! The gym has gone through some changes.- There is a new location in a much easier location within the Rosedale Commons. The space is much larger and gives us a ton of room to play in.- The new owners aren't new to the gym and have been part of the infrastructure for longer than I have been a member. They are doing an amazing job and have adapted to the post COVID world with some welcome changes- We have new coaches in the mix with the ones we have before and that has provided even more opportunity for all of us to learn and grow.I have been sticking to the "Average Joe" aspect of training. Although I have gone back to Muay Thai only, I am continuing to have a ton of fun while staying active. I still get to meet new people from all walks of life and learn from some of the most amazing people. I cannot recommend this gym enough.

Justin Anderson: I wanted to train Muay Thai for a while. I have completed my first five classes. The gym facility is exceptional. The classes are what I wanted: challenging! The coaches/trainers keep the class moving, are helpful and clear in their instructions. I did an initial trial membership which helped me determine if The Cellar would be a good fit. I appreciate there are a lot of different classes available at different times.

Peyton Krause: Nice people and awesome gym!

Joshua Hoekstra: First week here was amazing! Everyone is super friendly and made getting into something new very welcoming.

Aaron Sanders: Great gym , great people ,great experience couldn't recommend it enough! And wouldn't recommend something else.

lucio clasher: , and a great learning environment for anyone from beginner to pro. All the members ive talked to have been very nice and welcoming.

Grant Noble: Great first time today Halley’s playlist was 🔥

Hannah Scharpen: and not going to lie, it was TOUGH getting back into the swing on things. But that’s one of the reasons I love alchemy so much. The coaches are so supportive of EVERYONE, no matter where you’re at on your health journey. They are encouraging and make you feel so welcome from the minute you walk in the door. After now being back at alchemy for almost 4 months, I can see my body getting stronger, my mind is clearer and the motivation just keeps coming. I will always be grateful for the community Alchemy provides , not only through the coaching but through the other members and the community that comes along with it. Being a baseline shy person, it’s nice to feel comfortable in this community that has always been so welcoming to me and all it’s members! I can’t recommend Alchemy enough.

Jon Gerster: Great place for a full-body, varied workout. Easy to find and instructors are very helpful.

Kory Hubers: Positive:ProfessionalismLove the workouts and instructors are all great

Ryan Spence: Great experience at this location during my trial week. Very positive atmosphere and great workouts. Brock is an awesome coach and very welcoming!

Ryan Petersen: I did four sessions in my first week and I have loved it. Great vibe. Great mix of classes.

Jesse Haas: I love this place - after my first class I was hooked. I love the positive vibe the coaches bring to each workout and how encouraging everyone is. It's been easy to step out of my comfort zone in that supportive environment! I'm sore and tired, but also calm and encouraged. Love love love.

tj Dovan: Staff is very friendly and helpful. Great workout!