Seattle Strength & Performance

This gym is the best thing that has ever happened to me from a fitness perspective. Every workout and class is challenging, fun and different. The trainers are all great and correct your form all the time. I came to get in shape for my wedding, but I plan to stay for the long haul. I enjoy working out now in a way that I never have before, and I’ve seen a really meaningful improvement in my strength and fitness.
The facilities aren’t fancy, so if you want Khiel’s products and eucalyptus scented wet towels, this place isn’t for you. If you want your butt kicked on a regular basis with really friendly, motivated people, then you should check it out.
HUGE thanks to Ro, Meg, Ana and Jay.

I’ve been going to SSP for close to 2 months now. I did the 1 month trial period then decided to try the 3 month with 1 semi-​private session a week. I used the Unilocal coupon to get $ 40 off the first month.
I’m the type of person that has trouble going to a regular gym and staying motivated. If I go to a gym and the weights or the machine I want to use are occupied then I might just go home early. I wanted to find a gym that had classes that would kick my ass and force me to be active. SSP is great for that. The Semi-​private class is very personalized. My trainer, Ana, focuses on form over everything to make sure you know exactly how to do the exercise without hurting yourself. She has a personalized plan for me each week and is a great motivator.
The group classes are HARD. I try to do 1 – 2 a week and I keep thinking they’ll get easier but they never do. It’s 1 hour of brutal work but in the best way possible. I know I’ll get my ass kicked every time I go. They’re limited to 6 people so they never feel crowded.
The people at SSP are all great to be around. The trainers are super nice and make you feel welcome every time you walk in the door. The classes are so small that it’s easy to meet other people, too. The price is pretty steep and I’m not sure if I can continue after the 3 months, but at the very least I know some great routines and how to lift with proper form.

This place is amazing for so many reasons. Fantastic coaches who make sure you follow correct form to obtain maximum results. Motivating environment — everyone I’ve met there is dedicated to SSP and its coaches and for good reason. I’ve been a member since they opened their doors in 2010. The prices are affordable and the attention is personalized. It’s not a place for treadmill hamsters — you have to work hard but the results and rewards of achieving your goals is well worth it.

I started at SSP about a year ago. I love my gym. I walk in and it is always a warm welcoming place. There are no ego’s, just support. I don’t think of my «trainers» as a stand in for a notebook of what I need to do for my workouts. They are seen in my eyes, each one of them as a coach, they all feel my enjoyment to lift, they feel my joy when I make a PR. They all want to see me reach my goals. There is nothing more you could ask for in a gym. Not to mention all the group classes I work out in totally kick your butt. If you are in the Seattle you should check them out!

My Wife and I have been going to SSP for quite a while now and it is one of the highlights of the week.
If you are looking for a generic, one size fits all, chain gym this really is not the place for you. Once you get started they will first do an assessment to see where you are in terms of ability. This is not a «lets see how many push ups you can do» test but rather lets make sure you move correctly kind of test. Once that is done the team will work with you on correcting some form issues you may have, this is to ensure maximum success down the road.
The main thing to stress here is form, form is the big thing here. You can go anywhere to mess up your body by doing too much weight too fast and incorrectly but here you will make real gains on your goal while ensuring you don’t walk with a limp the rest of your life.
My Wife and I have been members for a long time and will continue to be members for a long time because it is clear that the trainers want to get you to your goals and will really push you.

Excellent place to work out! The trainers are more knowledgeable every day and the workouts are all over the place. Your body won’t ever really know what to expect. All the other clients are really friendly too. The entire environment is very communal.

I am not sure how they treat their clients, but I know one thing. I practically begged– no I actually begged to use their facilities one morning while sickness struck me as I was walking to work. A lady with glasses approached me as she saw me walking in the club. I proceeded to explain to her I was not feeling well, could she please allow me to use her bathroom facilities. She said NO — that there is no public facilities. I begged her to please make an exception. She again said NO. She did not ask me if there was anything she could do to help me. She turned me away. I can respect the fact that the restroom is off limits to walk ins, however where do you draw the line in helping a person who is begging and is ill? I am not a homeless person or transient. I did make it to work by the skin of my teeth where I proceeded to throw up. I had food poisoning I think. I just think if someone can not bend the rules, they are really a cold and not caring person. I would never become a member nor would I recommend this place to anyone.

I have never enjoyed exercising for the sake of exercising. however, the older I get the more I have to do it. My came to SSP with my wife and didn’t know what to expect. Over the past 6 months, I have definitely noticed and increase in strength and a change in my body composition… and I haven’t minded going. I now come in 3 times a week for personal training and group training classes. Amber and Jay are amazing and are very tuned into each individual. When I have knee or shoulder issues, they are quick to alter exercises and ensure that I don’t do anything to aggravate my injury. I feel a sense of community at SSP and expect to continue to go there for the foreseeable future.

Friendly staff and great facilities!

Considering Crossfit? Spare yourself the punishment and come get the results without the injuries here!
I’ve been working out at SSP for about 9 months, and cannot imagine ever working out anywhere else now! This gym offers the perfect blend of hard work, fun, and results.
When you first come in, you’ll go through an assessment to determine your current fitness level and ability. When I started, I had a neck injury from an auto accident that left my PT, Chiro, and massage therapist baffled. These guys are so knowledgable in their field (which includes injury prevention and recovery), they would sometimes explain what what happening with my neck/​body before my Dr would, in terms that are much easier to understand and relate to. They continue to customize a workout that makes my neck feel better than any other therapy I receive, meanwhile I’ve made leaps and bounds in my fitness level– I can even do pull-​ups now! I don’t think I’ve ever done the same workout twice.
Jaison, Jay, and Amber are very professional, knowledgable, attentive, and fun to work out with. Personal trainers don’t get any better than this!
Don’t come to SSP if you enjoy a frou-​frou spa-​environment or typical big-​box gym when you workout. There are no meatheads checking out girls in leotards, no tvs, and no-​one wearing headphones. What you will find is an awesome atmosphere of camraderie at the gym, which makes an otherwise brutal task bearable; basic but effective equipment (no treadmills, phew!) that will whip you into shape; and a staff who cares and knows their stuff. Then, you’ll find yourself in the best shape of your life. :)

This is not a gym you just show up to and lift weights etc.
This is a place where you go for a fitness class with 8 – 12 people but are given personal attention the whole time, and leaves you feeling like you got the most you possibly could have out of an hour workout — exhausted but refreshed. The trainers are very knowledgable and accommodating of your needs, and mix up the routine quite a bit to keep it interesting and challenging. When I go to an SSP workout I never know what will be sore the next day but something always is.
The results I am getting from SSP definitely live up to the name: strength and performance, well-​rounded with a big emphasis on core strength.

The best workouts I have ever had! What makes SSP so great? It’s fun, kicks your butt, and the people (trainers and members) are amazing. This is more then just a gym, this is a community of people who all want to see you achieve your goals.
I joined SSP in February of 2011 — weighing in at near obesity at 26 — a scary fact when you never thought you had gotten that fat. I feel like I had tried everything to loose weight and nothing was working. I made the commitment to get in shape and Jaison, Amber and Jay all taught me what I needed to know to achieve that goal. Now, 9 months later I have lost nearly 30 lbs since joining (20% body fat!), I have energy, I understand my body better, move better, better coordination, and damn I look good!
Workouts are fun! I never achieved my goals in the past because I was bored at the gym and didn’t push myself. Working out at SSP, the trainers organize your workouts and create little circuits for you. In personal training, they keep track of my lifts and make sure that I don’t get into a repetitive routine — plus they keep me on task.
Feeling like you can’t make big goals because you don’t have the stamina to make it through a workout? This is the place for you! The trainers work with you, right where you are to move you to the next level. Their #1 focus is on form unlike any CrossFit you will every join. By focusing on form over strength you will have less injuries and a higher chance to achieve your goals.
Seriously, do your self a favor and check this place out. Anyone who walks in these doors will understand right away what they hype of SSP is about. This place is awesome! It has changed my life and I hope that you will give yourself an opportunity to make the best investment you can in your body and health.

Great place to work out.
The trainers are super fun and helpful — always challenging you to move to the next level. You won’t be bored, as they are always changing up your workouts.
The semi-​private workouts are great, and it is a fun place to come and exercise. I also find it an easy location to get in and out of — which is a nice bonus. Since I found this gym on Unilocal I thought I would write my own review and hopefully help someone else find Seattle Strength & Performance.

I have never been one to pay for gym membership: I always think I can just get out and run, design my own workouts, play my sports, et cetera. Seattle Strength & Performance has totally changed my mind; they are totally different than any other gym I’ve tried. I am in the best shape of my life and all thanks to their workouts and their incredible staff.
The workouts are always varied and fun; I never know what I’ll have to do in a particular group class. Over the course of a week, they keep the exercises balanced to work different parts of the body and not overstrain anything. Furthermore, the staff are very observant of and attentive to proper form and execution. When I am doing an exercise correctly, they just push me to work even harder. Love it!
I go to group fitness classes a few times per week and sometimes attend an additional «individual» session with a friend. The crew at 7am group fitness is super positive and motivated, which is definitely a product of the good energy brought by Jay, Jaison, and Amber.
I live with two other SSP devotees and I tell anyone and everyone how great it is. Check it out: you’ll have a great time and get a fantastic workout.

This is a great gym and totally different from the impersonal globo-​gym experience! The trainers really care about what they do and it is obvious when you work out with them. Jay and Amber remember me by name and offer a warm greeting (a pleasant surprise!) followed by a tough love workout, a demonstration of their personal investment. The workouts are thorough and intense and continually challenging. Whether personal training or the small group classes, you will be encouraged to challenge and push yourself to achieve more than you thought you could.
The only downsides can be parking and a slightly limited class schedule (thus only 4, not 5 stars).
Kudos, Seattle S&P for getting it right! Thanks!

Do you want results? Go to Seattle Strength & Performance. This gym is great and the trainers rock. I’ve been to lots of gyms through the years and have not seen the kind of results that I’m getting at SSP. It’s very addictive. You need to check it out for yourself.
The workouts are a mix of cardio and strength interval training with lots of explosive exercises. The group conditioning classes tend to be faster paced and more cardio focused while personal training has more weight training. You can do the exercises at your own pace and build up your endurance and strength over time.
The trainers are awesome. Jay, Jayson and Amber know what they are doing and will work with you to reach your maximum potential. They don’t make it easy and you’ll be working your butt off. However, they always focus on good form and help everyone do the exercises properly to reduce the risk of injuries.
I strongly recommend a combination of personal training and group conditioning. You’ll learn proper form in the personal training and the trainers will customize the workouts to your needs. The group classes are a good way to get a full-​body workout and burn a ton of calories.
This is not an intimidating gym, everyone is welcome. Whether you are trying to lose some pounds, training for an upcoming event or just looking to stay in shape, SSP will get you the results that you want.
Do yourself a favor and check out Seattle Strength & Performance. You won’t regret it.

I found Seattle Strength and Performance through a Tippr deal. I had never used a personal trainer before because of cost. They have a super affordable trial membership, even without Tippr. As the gym’s a few blocks from my work, there was really no excuse not try it.
It’s been about a month since I started, and it’s been incredible. All of the trainers are awesome and they make you feel at home right away. No drill sergeants here. But don’t be fooled, the workouts will kick your butt. The gym itself is unassuming. If you’re looking for hip and flash, this isn’t your place. Don’t worry — it’s not a dump. Far from it. It’s for getting down to business.
There’s two main services, personal training and group classes. The former will focus more on your strength and the latter will focus more on your cardio. Training sessions are designed for you but you may share the trainer depending on the schedule. The group classes will have 10 – 20 people. Together the program will get you in shape in no time. I could tell the difference after the first few sessions.
All in all, I’m glad I found SSP and will continue beyond the trial. It will be money well spent.

I found Seattle Strength and Performance on one of the online deal sites and couldn’t pass up the savings! I was so excited to see that I could get one-​on-​one personal training sessions for a steal! After purchasing the deal I did some research on SSP and saw that it was a little typo and my sessions would be small groups instead of one-​on-​one. I have to admit I was a little apprehensive — I was certain I was not going to get the attention I was looking for being in a group… boy was I wrong!
Every morning I walk into SSP (3 days a week) I am greeted by Jay and Jaison with such sincerity — they are truly happy to see me and ready to put me to work! I have had sessions where I am by myself and others that there are 6 other people in the gym — not once have I ever felt overlooked, not once have any of my questions gone unanswered, not once was I standing around waiting for my next exercise, and NOT ONCE have I ever been allowed to get away with bad form!
I was the average run-​of-​the-​mill athlete in high school. I started to notice within the last couple years (having graduated in 2005) that my body was starting to change and I wasn’t liking what I was seeing. I tried the «Jersey Shore» gyms with the sweaty groaners staring in the mirrors and quickly found out that my gym membership was getting me nothing — no help from any of the staff, machines that I had to wait to use, classes that were so full of people I could barely find room on the floor for a mat, and personal training sessions that were sub-​par.
Machines used to be my drug of choice — they assisted me enough to not care about my bad form and I was never sore afterwards. Not at SSP! The 80s Airdyne bikes in the corner make my thighs scream, the TRX Suspension Trainers have rocked my world, and I actually know what I can do with a stability ball besides bounce around the house!
I am proud to say that in 2.5 months at SSP I can now do 10 perfect «boy» push-​ups in a row on the floor without stopping, 10 band assisted pull-​ups, 2 COMPLETELY UNASSISTED pull-​ups, and can hold a side plank until Jaison or Jay tell me I can stop (which feels like forever!) I have never felt so proud of myself and I know Jaison and Jay are just as proud! I am seeing definition in my arms, legs, and waist that have been missing for the last 5 years as well as seeing and feeling muscles that I didn’t even know I had! Every session I leave feeling completely drained but so energized over what I had just accomplished!
Jaison has also helped me with my nutrition by making small, manageable changes (diet is not my forte!) We started with eating something before I got to the gym at 6am… this girl is not a breakfast person! After doing that for a week or so he added eating within 30 minutes of my alarm going off. After another week or so I started cutting out 4-​legged animals — «The less legs the better» he told me! All these small, manageable changes have made a huge difference. I no longer look at food as comfort and now make conscious decisions on what I am putting into my body — no «trainer» has ever influenced me enough to get rid of the junk!
I will never go anywhere for my body beatings again. The 30 miles south I drive at 5 am and the money I spend is nothing compared to the confidence I now have and the results I see day after day. I know when I walk through that door — it’s game time. I know that my goals are just as important to Jaison and Jay and come hell or high water I know those two will push and support me to reach and EXCEED those goals!
Seattle Strength and Performance will challenge your body and endurance, is staffed with people who truly care about your goals just as much as you do, with an atmosphere that is high energy, focused, and comfortable. If you are looking for the best gym with the best trainers who can get you the best results, stop… you have found it!

This is one of my favorite places to be nowadays. I started coming on a Tippr special and then got addicted to workouts and personal training I have been receiving. Jay, Jaison and Amber are very knowledgeable, lead challenging workouts, and help you stick your goals. If you’re looking for a gym and workouts that will kick your butt, go here. It’s sort of hidden in the South Lake Union neighborhood and parking is a bit rough at times, but the workouts and trainers make up for that.

From the moment I walked in the door at Seattle Strength and Performance, I could tell that it was a great place! Jay and Jaison have put together a very professional training organization built on a solid foundation of true experience, learned expertise and pure determination. My workouts consist of TRX, kettlebells, weight training, conditioning, core work… on and on. It is hard to find all those specialties in one place, let alone with trainers that truly know how to coach you through them all. These guys (and gal) take the educational side serious too — they have a learned theory and real reason for everything you do. Every time my workout consistently builds up in difficulty as I improve so I definitely don’t get bored (which I tend to do when it comes to working out). There is a great energy as every trainer there is eager for you to succeed and celebrates in all your successes. Just a great place to get in shape and get motivated!