Monkey Bar Gym Eastside
Monkey Bar Gym Eastside is a boxing gym located in Redmond, Washington. Specializing in Fitness Boxing. Rated 4.7 out of 5 by community members.
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DaMarr was amazing, but no longer works here as a coach. Greg only fills in. I've been going almost 2 years. It's not as much of a close supportive environment any more - no space for everyone to work together. Gotta keep pace with the clock, if you don't work harder there won't be time to rest, no time to talk get back to work, you'll hold people up. Would benefit from making it 1.5 hours. Also, the membership only includes the class - no general gym access outside of the class.
I started working out here about a year ago. I initially signed up because I was interested in doing Jiu Jitsu but started doing work outs on the Monkeybar side of the gym and really fell in love! My membership included unlimited access to both sides, which was great because the functional training really pairs well with my martial arts! The trainers here are awesome and are always able to work around my injuries and give personal time to each member in the class. They have members set and write down goals, and take your measurements so you are able to see your progress. They also cater to your experience level, making the classes appropriate for all abilities... beginners and advance alike. I like the small group classes because it motivates me to get my workout done because we are all working out together, and the members at the gym are really friendly. Definitely a huge family atmosphere. During the summer they held bbq potlucks every week! It's SO much more personal than the big chain gyms... I absolutely love this gym and I will keep coming back!
I have had a wonderful experience so far at this gym. Greg is helpful and knowledgable, and a pleasure to work with. Daniel Eng (Coach Dynamo) is a very talented individual and has helped my striking immensely in the last year that I have worked with him. My BJJ attendance has been extra spotty for my own dumb reasons, but the times I have been on the mat have been great. The professors and advanced students have a great attitude and are very interested in helping everyone improve. Great community surrounding it all. I recommend this place, go there and get better at stuff.
I've been going to this gym for about two years. Greg is an awesome trainer and really knows his stuff. He is super helpful and always willing to come up with alternative exercises to suit any injury or concern you may have. They also do nutrition plans and measurements and fitness goals to help you continue to achieve results over time. I have tried other gyms in the past, but this has been by far the best and the only one that has kept me motivated to keep coming back and seeing continued results. The atmosphere is also very laid back, there isn't any intimidation or pressure from others, but the trainers will make sure you are doing your best work to see the results. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
As soon as I joined this gym, I was hooked. It quickly become a part of my life. The instructors, professors, and coaches are world class. They actually compete at the national level. Thier lifetime of experience allows them the break down each technique piece by piece. This attention to detail makes training and working out safe and more efficient. They keep you honest, motivate, push just you the right amount. The members are some of the friendliest people I've ever met. Since I started, I lost 20 pounds the first year and have had no problem maintaining the weight, my flexibility and body awareness have significantly improved, and I am literally twice as strong. I can't imagine myself anywhere else.
