Transform Fitness — Attraction in Issaquah

After a poor first experience with CrossFit at another gym, I met with Jaime and was very impressed. He pulled a bench from the gym into the lobby and sat with me for a full 30 minutes asking me what I wanted to accomplish and what my previous experience was. We discussed memberships and courses, at length, and decided that we would start me off with their ONE WEEK free trial! Then, at the end of the week I could start the Fundamentals course to really dig into the meat of CrossFit. The Fundamentals course is a bit hefty in price, but adding a second person is only a little bit more, so if you split the total cost between two, it's fairly affordable. I left that day without working out at all due to the pain from the afformentioned poor first experience at the different gym. Box, I need to remember it's a "box" not a "gym".

Anyway, I returned four days later with my best friend to begin the one week free trial. While waiting for my friend to arrive, I chatted with Jaime some more. You can tell he has a deep passion for CrossFit and for teaching others about it. When my friend arrived, Jaime introduced us to coach Tim, who is fun, energetic and kind of goofy in a great way. I'm a goofball, myself, so to see fellow lighthearted people teaching CrossFit is great! Tim was very helpful in breaking down each warm up and each exercise of the Diane WOD (Workout Of the Day) which consisted of deadlifts, pushups, and bear crawls (actually handstand pushups and handstand walks, but he scaled it to regular pushups and besrcrawls for us laymen). He was great at paying close attention to us while also splitting his attention with the rest of the group. At one point he showed us how to foam roll while still calling starts and stops on the timer. The attention and level of care we received made the workouts far less intimidating and made us feel confident in our ability to complete them. Jaime and Tim, thank you! You've handed me a very delicious cup of Kool-Aid to drink and now I want a pitcher. I can't wait for the beginner's soreness to fade so I can go back for another class.

Final thoughts: I feel I've seen both ends of the spectrum with CrossFit. My first ever experience was with a coach who didn't much care and gave me far more than I should have tried while not paying near enough attention to whether or not I was consistent in my technique. Then Jaime and Tim showed me what CrossFit SHOULD be like for a beginner and have me hooked! I have been lazy, sedentary, and completely avoidant of any kind of fitness for my entire 32 years of life and now I am actually looking forward to the next WOD. Transform CrossFit is my go-to box and I would recommend it to my 68 year-old father or my 18 year-old...

As someone who has been on a quest for fitness and self-improvement, I found my sanctuary at Transform Fitness. Walking through its doors, I was greeted not just by the clang of weights but by an atmosphere pulsating with energy, determination, and a sense of belonging.

From the outset, what struck me most about Transform Fitness was its unwavering commitment to excellence. The coaches, with their wealth of knowledge and unwavering passion, are the heart and soul of this establishment. They're not just instructors; they're mentors, motivators, and guides on the journey to becoming the best version of yourself.

What truly sets Transform Fitness apart is its emphasis on community. Within these walls, I found a tribe of like-minded individuals who uplift, support, and inspire each other to push beyond our limits. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a novice, there's a place for everyone in this diverse and inclusive community.

The workouts at Transform Fitness are nothing short of transformative. Each session is carefully crafted to challenge both body and mind, incorporating elements of strength training, cardio, gymnastics, and more. The variety keeps things fresh and exciting, ensuring that every workout is a new opportunity to grow and improve.

But perhaps the most remarkable aspect of Transform Fitness is its results-driven approach. Here, success is not measured solely by the number on the scale or the weight on the barbell, but by the progress we make both inside and outside the gym. It's about gaining confidence, building resilience, and embracing a lifestyle of health and vitality.

In conclusion, my experience at Transform Fitness has been nothing short of transformative. It's not just a gym; it's a community, a support system, and a catalyst for change. If you're ready to embark on a journey of strength, self-discovery, and camaraderie, I wholeheartedly recommend joining the Transform Fitness family. Your greatest...

Wish I could write a glowing review of this gym, but I unfortunately I cannot. I was a little over a month in on being new at this gym, and really liking it when I got injured (and was also pregnant). I reached out immediately to Jaime and let him know that I understand the remaining few weeks of the month I already paid for I wasn’t going to get back, but if he could make an exception for pausing the next month until my back is better and I’m cleared by PT. Jaime was not understanding of my situation at all, and would not make an exception for me. Disappointing for sure. Lost a potential long time customer and others as well (me recommending this place to others). Not the way I would want my gym community treating me while I am injured and pregnant. No empathy or compassion. Poor customer service. So if you are thinking of joining this gym, hopefully you don’t get injured or you make a lot of money and don’t care that Jaime will continue to bill you for the next month, even if you cannot use the gym.

Thanks for the reply, funny that now you seem to care and want to work with me only after I have posted a poor review. You called and emailed me explaining the agreement I had signed, which I was fully aware of, and I was seeking an exception for, which you were not willing to make. I do not plan on working this out with you, I want a better gym community than this. I could have just gone to a LA fitness if I wanted this kind of customer care. Was hoping for way more understanding from a private gym that I had just newly joined that markets itself as such a positive family-like community. I did not experience this. It felt like I was just any other gym member paying my dues. I do not take first impressions lightly, nor should anyone else, and for this reason good luck but I do not have any intention of coming back here. Hopefully you will learn from this and treat other members...