Grassroots Fitness Project

I'm so happy to have found this treasure of a gym! The small group Women’s Strength classes are amazing—supportive, challenging, and tailored to different fitness levels. The workouts are really well planned and although I just started a few months ago, I have seen real progress and feel stronger than ever. Heather, Will, and all the coaches are knowledgeable and encouraging, creating a positive and empowering environment.Highly recommend.

WOW - truly a phenomenal gym! I joined in early December with a goal to start lifting after running the marathon. I was nervous about going back to the gym specifically lifting because I never felt comfortable at a regular gym. I like trying out classes because it's an opportunity to meet people and I usually can't keep myself accountable with a regular gym membership. This gym was appealing because they have a women's only lift class. I'm 100% glad I took the plunge. Heather, Will and their team make a genuine effort to make everyone feel welcome. They instill a culture of warmth, acceptance and growth. On my first day of walking in, everyone made an effort to introduce themselves - not just trainers - but other clients too! The classes are challenging. I've tried many fitness classes throughout the city and was a regular pilates/yoga girly before joining. I actually felt results within the first month of joining this gym. Classes are small / capped at 12. Trainers learn your name! Everyone is so kind. I struggled on the rowing machine for the first few weeks and everyone was so supportive. Motivated me to get better at rowing (even though I despise the machine itself).The trainers are also very nice about asking if anyone has any injuries or need any modifications to the exercises. They also make an effort to ensure you have the right technique, especially when learning new lifts. Another unique aspect about this gym is that when you do join you become a part of a larger community. There are opportunities to share interests (like running or making sourdough :D ) outside of the gym which is always a plus. Heather is great about connecting people and she motivates me to come in everyday (she will literally text you to ask if you're ok when you miss a session or are running late). Overall, glad I joined and it's been a great addition to my running training!

Grassroots is always a great experience and workout. I would recommend this gym to anyone, all the instructors are amazing as well as the community. Super welcoming!!

Update: Recently, I was in a situation where I had to rely on my own physical strength to take care of my 5-year-old son. I don't think I would have been successful if it wasn't for this gym. I've been coming to Grassroots consistently and have noticed a huge change in my day-to-day strength, which is precisely what I hoped for when I began this workout. Because of this class, I am able to do things like keep up with my children on skis (essentially a wall sit!), carry my groceries 10+ blocks without stopping (a real-world farmer carry!), throw my daughter up in the air in celebration (a snatch or maybe a clean!). These are the subtle but impactful changes that come from this supportive community. I'm grateful to have found the Grassroots Fitness Project! This is the only gym that can get me working out at 6am! I’ve taken other workout classes in the neighborhood and am consistently impressed at how Grassroots outpaces all others. The focus on strength, form, consistency, and community is unparalleled. This small business is truly an asset to the UWS community!

Grassroots is a large and growing community for anyone looking to develop their fitness skills or just use as a regular exercise class. It's totally unique in NYC - they have developed this amazing community that is supportive and welcoming to all. Everything is done under the careful supervision of their instructors.