Elite SFN

9190 Red Branch Rd, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

Address:	9190 Red Branch Rd, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
Phone:	+1 443-545-5123
Site:	elitesfn.com
Rating:	4.8
Working:	6AM–9PM 6AM–9PM 6AM–9PM 6AM–9PM 6AM–9PM 9AM–3PM Closed

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Reviews 6

Gwen Robinson

I just joined Elite SFN after a recommendation from a friend. All she kept saying was, the people are great, they make you want to work hard, everyone helps everyone else. Im 38 and really out of shape. I need all the help I can get! Being a gym skeptic, I had to check this out for myself. Within 5 minutes of walking in the door, I spoke with the front desk guy Nathaniel who told me about memberships that were available. He didnt give me a cheesy sales pitch. What you see if what you get. There was no pulling you into an office to give you options that you dont need or want. I was checking out the kickboxing class. Nathaniel showed me how to wrap my hands, gave me a pair of boxing gloves and said have fun. I then met Kwame, one of the trainers. Within the first few seconds of asking me what I was looking for etc..he had me laughing and immediately felt comfortable. There were no ulterior motives other than get to know me and again to have fun. I then walked over to where the class was starting and felt utter terror. Had nothing to do with them, and everything to do with me already starting to talk myself out of doing this. The kickboxing instructor David noticed me and walked over. He said "First time? I said yes. He said "Great, welcome. If you need a break, take a break, if you need water, get water, just try and keep up and have fun. I can safely say, the first 15 minutes was my fight or flight time. I wanted to give up, and go home. But I felt comfortable enough with the people around me and David, that I tried my best and before I knew it the hour was over. I wont lie, that was the hardest workout I have had since high school and that was long ago!! He may have asked for 10 burpees, and I only could muster 5, nobody made me feel any less worthy that Im not to that level, yet!! Basically, Ive been a member of alot of gyms, and I cant even count one gym that they immediately recognized me and knew my name after the initial encounter. My 2nd and 3rd kickboxing class at Elite SFN, were equally as hard as the first, because none of them were the same. I have already joked with David that his workout was so hard, that I had flashbacks of basketball practices 20+ yrs ago! He was quite proud of himself. So if you want to try a new workout, a new, positive, environment, a different mindset where you work at your own pace and arent made to feel like you arent worthy of someones time, definitely check out Elite SFN!!

Kenneth Jenq

Kwame over at Elite SFN has trained me for over a year and half-- primarily in one on one boxing training but also in fitness oriented group classes. Id also like to give a shout out to Chris (strength and conditioning fitness trainer) and David (very encouraging and helpful kickboxing trainer). Kwame - the owner - is a high octane, push-until-you-are-right-at-the-limit trainer. He has an infectious, positive energy, which is probably why his classes at other gyms were the most popular and crowded boxing classes there. Whats cool about Kwame is that he remembers the people he teaches, and now that hes founded Elite SFN, hes created a welcoming and fun place to work out. I routinely drag friends visiting from out of state to early morning private sessions, where, the degree to which is unbenownst to them, a bevy of mitt work, tire-flipping, and heavy bag work lays waiting for them. Regarding technical training, I was a slow footed beast before I started training with Kwame. I understood boxing footwork, but plodded my way around and planted my feet before throwing punches. Kwame fixed this, largely with his love of the jumpe rope, rope ladder, and shifty-ness during sparring sessions. (By the way, the man is hard to hit, so learning to feint and change directions was absolutely necessary as well) Another note-- this is a very friendly gym. Its easy to strike up a conversation with people attending classes and its a GREAT environment. Boxings an art, and Kwame is bringing that art - in its best form - with this gym.

No hablo Ingles

The best gym i ever been to in my life. All the trainers are competent and truly care to help you succeed in your fitness goals. The members are welcoming and encourage you when you feel like giving up. The classes are plentiful and you have a lot to choose from no excuses it fit your schedule early or late. The owner personality and smile lights up the room. Cant wait until the next class.( I think) haha! Ok, day 1 free free free i tried it out. Afterwards, NOBODY rushed over to me with a sales script it was how did you like the class? I had to ask about the packages ✔ while i catch my breath because my body was not use to that sort of workout. It was well worth it. I can appreciate the fact that they vive you a free class to try but not harrass you after with the available packages. Day 2, sore body trainers had tips to reduce some of the soreness amd stretches that will be helpful. Everyone knew my name when i walked in the building. How warm is that? Day 3, Your now apart of the family hugs , warm welcomes, jump right on in make yourself at home.

kate zietlow

If youre looking for a challenging but fun workout, Elite SFN is the place for you. Ive been taking Kwames classes for 2 years and have never felt better. Its never the same workout twice, and I always leave feeling energized. What you will find every time is friendliness, a welcoming, familiar environment, and a killer workout. The trainers are innovative, encouraging, and really know their stuff! New members are greeted kindly, and those of us whove been around are like gym buddies. Tons of smiles and hard work for everyone...and if you stick with it, youll be amazed with the results. I try to recruit all my friends and family because I know that this type of training is the best youll find anywhere. Come check it out!

Ty Wan

This is the place to come and get your goals attained. I feel sorry Daniel Neal(Sour) that never owned a business let alone participated with a group of winners. We get the job done take one class and find out how you can become apart of a fitness team...I said FITNESS TEAM that work together and support each other. We are like a family if you want to be an orphan in another fitness center please dont come here.... I have lost up to two inches of my hips(AMAZING)..If I came 4 to 5 x a week my goals would be faster. The trainers George, Josh, Chris, Miguel and the crucifier Kwame are fantastic combinations of many years of experience. You can burn over 1000 calories in one hour.

Irene Carroll

2nd week!!! Already seeing results in my arms neck and shoulders. The 1 hr kickboxing classes will push you to the brink of death but then all of a sudden you hear this amazing voice the instructor saying come on push it 8 more 7 more 6 more then all of a sudden you get this burst of energy at the end because you know you just concurred something much bigger than you and you realize just how strong and powerful your body really is. I mean this place will make you want to push yourself hard each time and even harder the next time. Im looking forward to updating this review in 6 months because Im excited to see where this new chapter takes me!