Tysons Playground — Local services in Contiguous United States

I had a frustrating and frankly exhausting experience with Tysons Playground that made it clear this is not a business I want to support. The staff was inconsistent, communication was poor, and when I tried to clarify things, the tone quickly shifted from "friendly and helpful" to passive-aggressive and defensive.

I was offered a specific deal in writing and over the phone, when passed on to another team member who walked back and twisted as if I had misunderstood... a classic bait and switch move, more fitting of a used car lot than a professional gym. When I declined to sign up for a full membership (something I had clearly stated multiple times I wasn’t interested in), they became pushy and increasingly hostile in tone, even implying things about my character when I stood my ground. The professionalism here is severely lacking.

One of my friends who’s a current member pointed out something else that’s pretty telling: whenever someone posts a 1-star review, the gym seems to scramble to bury it under a sudden wave of glowing 5-star reviews. Check the timing and frequency around the 1-stars — it’s not subtle. That kind of review manipulation is just another example of the slimy tactics this business uses to protect its image instead of actually fixing its culture.

I have been going to non commercial gyms for almost 20 years and have never experienced something even remotely close to this. If you’re looking for a gym that values integrity, consistency, and respect for its members, look elsewhere. Review manipulation, shady business tactics, and absolute joke of customer service. Would give 0...

Tyson's Playground is hands down the best gym/training facility I have ever been too. It is also the CLEANEST gym I have ever been too. I have been frequenting TP since May of 2016. It continues to be my favorite place to train.

I compete in Powerlifting but TP is home to all kind of strength and field athletes. Ken (owner) is incredibly friendly and is always updating his gym. Just when I think they can't add any more equipment or make it nicer, Ken finds a way. It's the only privately owned gym I have been too that has all their equipment look brand new. He has an array of powerlifting combo competition racks (eleiko used at IPF worlds and others), several sorniex cages, specialty bars (powerbars, deadlift, squat, Kabuki, multi-use, oly, SSB, chains, oly platforms, deadlift platforms, and more I honestly don't remember), strongman equipment, sleds, tons of bodybuilding machines, a huge collection of dumbbells and kettlebells, aqua bags for boxing, and more.

You don't have to be a seasoned athlete, but this gym is the real deal if you're serious about getting into shape, training for a strength sport, or supplementing your sport with strength and conditioning. Everyone is friendly so there is no need to be intimidated if you're new to a gym like this. You'll be in good company with many national and internationally competitve lifters who are always happy to give you a spot. Definitely...

This gym is being review bombed by some tantrum-throwing toddlers. We've all come across our fair share of Karen's and Chad's—can you imagine spending your entire life feeling that entitled?

The reality is that the gym is incredibly solid. I moved here from Manhattan and recently joined (before that, I had been to this gym before during one of my visits to the area). It's one of my favorite gyms for a few reasons:

It's an incredibly spacious gym with just about every piece of equipment you could ask for. It's particularly great for Olympic-style lifts. It's very clean. You'd expect every gym to be clean, but unfortunately that isn't the case. I particularly love the fee they charge for failing to re-rack your plates. You aren't a child and the gym staff aren't your parents. If you think it's acceptable to walk away without re-racking your weights, reference my first paragraph. I messaged the gym staff before signing up because I had some questions about membership pricing. They seriously could not have been kinder.

I encourage every person to do their due diligence before joining any gym. Visit the gym for a day and chat with the staff if you have questions. Then, and only then, can you make a truly informed decision as to whether or not you'd like to become a member.

I sincerely doubt you will as triggered as the children leaving...