BK Fit Studios - Clinton Hill — Local services in New York

As many others have said in the reviews, this gym cares about one thing: money. There is no sense of community and you get the sense that all you're worth to the owners is how much revenue you're generating for them.

I was a member at this gym in the spring and summer of 2023. I took the "free" introductory class and signed up for a monthly unlimited membership the same day so that the cost of the class could be applied to the first month's fees. They pressure you into purchasing a difficult-to-cancel membership day of. When I took my friend a few weeks later, he didn't immediately join and was instead sent an offer for an entire month free just one week after his introductory class. When I reached out to them asking if there were any similar offers, they said they run different promotions for different customers.

Other annoying things BK Fit does: $15 cancellation/no show fee: WHY? none of the classes are ever full. This kind of fee is only beneficial if classes fill up and customers have a hard time booking into certain time slots. It disincentivizes customers from booking into classes that they cannot attend but capacity was never an issue. Cost of beverages/protein bars: why was everything more expensive at the gym than the bodega at the end of the block? Cancellation policy: they require you to cancel at least 30 days ahead of next bill date, which is nothing more than another money grab. Credit Card processing fee: they charge a 3% fee on top of the already high monthly membership. Not a huge amount but again just seems like a slap in the face and not something I've ever seen any gym charge. Just bake it into the monthly fee so that customers don't feel like they're being taken advantage of.

There are some good coaches (Ligia, Courtney, Roman) but the programming isn't amazing and the overall vibe is definitely off. Would...

This is the third Crossfit I've been to and it is by far the best. Here's why:

1. The coaches' focus is on the client: our form, our improvement, and our enjoyment. They're personable, friendly people that clearly love what they do and are good at it. Every class is an opportunity to learn and perfect not only your work outs, but warming up, stretching, and other pivotal aspects to fitness. Honestly though, they are SUCH nice people!

2. The people there/the clients. From newbies to experts, people of all fitness levels, hipsters and Hassidim, and women and men of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. No one feels left out. I am not a fitness expert; I normally feel intimidated at the gym; but these guys make me, and everyone, feel welcomed each time. They find a balance between pushing us beyond our comfort zone, while understanding our limitations. The result is a diverse group of easy-going and supportive folks at each and every class.

3. The gym itself, or in Crossfit parlance the "box," is super clean and looks rather nice. I'm not afraid to shower there if I have to - even if I left my flip flops at home. And the design is rather aesthetically pleasing for a gym. The light bulbs, the extras you can rent/buy (towels, protein bars, water), the music, and the computers are all value adds.

4. No culty vibe. They aren't trying to force a lifestyle or diet on you. They want to help you find the best approach for you using the tools and approaches they know work.

Just go there, try it, and you'll see...

I don't usually write reviews but I wanted to share my experience at CFO. Clean, spacious and well maintained, it is a physical space that is inviting and inspires movement - not like the usual dim lit garage spaces that have come to represent earlier Crossfit gyms.

The passion and care from owners Adam and Shimi comes through in all they do. They care deeply about fitness and their passion is contagious. So generous with their knowledge. They created an environment where people feel immediately like they belong. Coaches Mike, Ali and Ian are knowledgeable and care about pushing you the right amount so that you advance in a way that is safe and frequently fun (except when burpees are involved). At CFO one can Expect to laugh as much as lift - as a bit of humor and friendly competition is incorporated into every WOD.

Despite the stylized lighting fixtures, and dark stained wood walls, It not a spa - so if you are looking for that kind of experience CFO is not a good fit. If you are looking for a place to become transformed, then this is a place for you.

Never have I seen so many of my peers become so remarkable transformed in such a short period of time. People have lost weight safely, gotten stronger, faster and fitter. If you can commit as little as three days a week for one hour, the results are truly impressive and...