I love this place! Good atmosphere with great coaches on board. And the people I have met during the classes have been very nice and welcoming. Work out sessions are structured to meet your goals. They also do different types of events. This is not just a regular work-out place, it’s a community that anybody definitely would enjoy and get fit!

I worked out here while I was in school in Birmingham and the workers were incredibly friendly. The environment is awesome, it’s very laid back and a comfortable gym for anyone. The free weight setup they have is awesome along with their calisthenic equipment.Along with the gym being great, I was accidentally charged after I had cancelled and the manager of the gym refunded it immediately after I contacted them explaining what happened.Wheelhouse is a no judgement gym run by honest people and I’d recommend it to anyone in Birmingham.

Great gym! I was brand new to lifting and the coaches were amazing and took their time to teach me the lifts step by step. I really loved that there were new workouts every class and we never did the same one twice.

Great gym! Their group classes are a great option for every level of athlete. The coaches are attentive and give pointers or help you through the movements if you are unfamiliar with them. Overall I enjoy the team and atmosphere.

Wheelhouse is an amazing gym! I was on the open gym membership, and there is not a better deal in Birmingham. The staff is super friendly and helpful, the equipment is better than any gym I have ever worked out at before, and the atmosphere is great. I highly recommend this place!

The best strength coaching Ive ever received! Everyone was very kind and friendly but not over the top friendly. The warm up was good. Not too tiring but got my muscles and joints ready for action. My favorite gym!

Honestly the best fitness facility I have ever been to. The culture of this gym is very welcoming. The workouts are fun and coaches are great teachers.

The moment I first joined I made friends right away. Everybody there is so welcoming, from the staff to fellow gym goers. Everybody there was so helpful in helping me with my personal goals and form!

Solid gym! Has all of the equipment for a solid work. Would recommend!

Wheelhouse Academy is great!! The gym, the staff, the family!! Luan is fantastic! On my first day in the gym he made me feel like I had been a long time member (family)! The workouts are great! The only regret I have about my experience with Wheelhouse is that I did not join earlier! If you are looking for a gym in Birmingham you MUST give Wheelhouse a shot!! This is absolutely the best gym in Birmingham!!! I would would rate this gym, the staff, and the owner Luan... 15 out of 10!!Check them out TODAY!!!!

Very supportive community and wonderful staff. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to get into an exercise routine and have fun. The Wheelhouse staff are top notch.

This place is the absolute truth. The facility is awesome, the coaches are super knowledgeable and are the best in the game. The atmosphere is fantastic...everyone I spoke with was very genuine & kind as can be. I highly recommend checking them out!

Purchased a guest pass to do some powerlifting. Great place, chill, accommodating, friendly staff. Would recommend.

Wheelhouse Academy is an incredible place. The amount of thought that went into the creation of the concept is on full display when you walk in the door. They really have something for all people looking to achieve fitness and wellness goals. The culture is so much like family, it motivates you to get to the gym that much more. Its simply a special place with special people and their commitment to your wellness is obviously top priority.

Wheelhouse Academy is an exceptional strength and conditioning gym with a unique blend of an encouraging community, fun coaches and excellent instruction. Since joining early February 21, Ive learned a ton, met some great people and rarely miss a day.

The atmosphere at Wheelhouse Academy has been incredible. Always fell welcomed and encouraged during my time working out. I would and have recommend this to everyone. The price is so cheap for the high quality that they provide.

Luan and the team of coaches at Wheelhouse have created more than just an incredible training facility for all levels of strength and fitness. Wheelhouse is a community that greets everyone with open arms and welcomes all into a safe and top notch world of health and fitness. The programming, class times, special events and staff are second to none!

Wheelhouse academy welcomes, accepts, and encourages all of their members in a positive and uplifting way. They offer all of the things you could want in a gym from knowledgeable employees who genuinely care about your success, to challenging and thoughtful daily programming, and top of the line equipment. However, the thing that truly sets them apart is the incredible community of members who have shown me kindness and encouraged me since day 1. When I started at wheelhouse, I knew nothing about Olympic weightlifting. They quickly met me where I was and have thoughtfully and patiently coached me since then. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a gym with a positive and supportive environment that will push you to exceed your personal goals.

Awesome place, everyone makes you feel welcome and the classes are great!

Perfect gym for all fitness levels, especially want a challenge without the competitiveness of other gyms. They offer specializations in strength and conditioning worth great personalized knowledge coaches!

There are few gyms I have been to whose members understand and apply sound mechanics with both foundational movement patterns and more advanced olympic lifts. Wheelhouse Academy is up there with the best of them. As a physical therapist, I appreciate thorough coaching and thoughtful programming because I know how important it is for longevity and am always looking for gyms that I can recommend to my patients. Luan and his staff at Wheelhouse are dedicated and intentional with their work, and I have full trust in them with current and future patients of mine. A+++

Wheelhouse is a really unique concept for trainer-led group classes. Luan mixes a variety of training concepts, most notably x-fit style intensity with a martial arts notion of fluidity of motion.The location is brand new - great, high quality equipment! Best of all, they have a special area for extra work or cool-down after the class!

We loved our time at Wheelhouse! Outstanding facility in a great location with an awesome team.

Great atmosphere and staff! They offer both strength and conditioning classes, in addition to open gym time. All of their equipment is Rogue, so youre training with the best equipment.

I have regularly attended conditioning workouts at Wheelhouse for nearly 6 months and have had an amazing experience! The conditioning program is the perfect mix of conditioning and strength exercises for me (they also offer a strength program and open gym). The staff is great and scaled down exercises are always explained in case you have limitations or arent comfortable with any of the movements.I was initially hesitant to join a gym focused on group workouts but Im fully converted to the model now after experiencing Wheelhouse!

Amazing people that are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. The facility and equipment are first class. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to improve.

Let me start by saying that this is NOT any ordinary gym. When I walked into the facility for the first time, I was immediately welcomed into a warm, caring, and pleasant atmosphere. I was looking for a gym that could challenge/transform me with very intense work-outs, and by golly do they live up to their name. Luan, Faye, and Hunter are very supportive. I love the fact that they really care about their Wheelhouse students. They go above and beyond to offer instructional techniques, as well as much needed encouragement. Wheelhouse Academy offers functional fitness that caters to all levels. Im thrilled to be a part of such an elite group of individuals, and this is by far the best gym I have joined thus far.

This place got me in shape for the USMC OCS program. Ask for Margaret. Any gym that can put together a program worthy of the marines deserves 6 stars in my book. And theyre great about giving military discounts too!

If you start attending classes at Wheelhouse your waist is going to shrink. You’re going to wake up in one month with some pretty sick looking arm muscles, and notice tone in your legs. That’s nothing compared to what it will do for you personally. When you begin to push yourself past what you think you are capable of in this gym, that same mentality finds its way into your life. Im grateful to the trainers and owners for creating a space that has impacted me in such a positive way. Put yourself outside of your comfort zone and try a class- you will find yourself coming back for the thoughtful training, warm community and you’ll grow in ways you never saw coming, outside of the gains.

Great place

I am blown away by Wheelhouse Academy. Two words come to mind: Quality and Excellence. Everything at Wheelhouse is the best quality. The facilities are well thought out and stocked with the best equipment you will find anywhere in town. The coaches teach excellence. It doesnt matter if you are a beginner who just wants to get in better shape or a seasoned athlete looking to take things to the next level, you will be taught to be better than you were yesterday. They will teach you how to move better and as a result you will see your strength and endurance improve. Along the way to being fitter and healthier you will get to be part of a great community of wonderful coaches and members who will welcome you and make you a part of the family. Whats your Wheelhouse?

Hands down of of the best gyms that you will find in downtown Birmingham. This space offers everything that you could ever need, along with the love and support that anyone needs when pursuing fitness. The owners and their trainers pour endless amounts of love and knowledge into the everyday lives of their members. Definitely try out wheelhouse if you are searching for a family both inside and outside of the gym!

Great community. Great programming. This gym needs more stars than just 5. I could not be happier with my decision to come be a part of the Academy. The gym is first class and the equipment is in mint condition. If you are looking for a great environment to train and get better, look no further than Wheelhouse Academy.

Wheelhouse Academy is the premiere facility in Birmingham for athletes of all skill levels. There is an inviting and family-like atmosphere that is immediately evident once you enter this stunning facility. The Coaches are experienced, well trained, and dedicated to every athletes success and safety. Whether one is looking for a conditioning program, mobility work, recovery techniques, nutritional planning, or perfecting their Olympic lifts, Wheelhouse has the equipment, the facility, and the people to make it happen for their clients.

I have been exercising for a long time, but training at Wheelhouse Academy for the last 10 months has increased my level and knowledge of fitness tremendously! The owners, coaches, and staff created an environment conducive to any fitness goals. In addition to conditioning and strength classes, Wheelhouse Academy has added yoga and striking classes as well as frequent community events that makes this place a real value. No matter your fitness level anyone is welcome here. Seeing people work hard and learning new skills that they didnt think they were capable of (like doing a pull up for the first time) has been great to witness. Lastly, I love to come to the gym each day to see my friends and we have a ton of fun while we improve ourselves!

Wheelhouse Academy is a place that fosters learning and growing. The coaches are not concerned with how fast you complete a workout, but how much effort you put into learning and executing the movements correctly. Although it is a relatively new gym, a strong community is already growing of athletes focused on living all around healthy lives. A great aspect of Wheelhouse is that the gym is open anytime classes are not going on so athletes can work on skills outside of class time. The morning of my wedding I really wanted to workout with my bridesmaids, and Luan came in at 7am on a Saturday to open the gym for us. The dedication of Wheelhouses coaches is amazing and inspiring.

Great place to workout and great atmosphere!

Absolutely incredible! From concept to execution, Wheelhouse got it right. The programming here is exactly what Ive been looking for to improve my skill and technique. The coaching, the facilities and the equipment, are all top notch. The VERY FIRST DAY I PRed a lift!The Wheelhouse guys have been listening to the fitness community. What they like, what they dont like, what they want more and or less of. They took everything they heard and made a gym for US, and they hit the nail on the head. Im so excited to be a part of the Wheelhouse community!

The owner is one of the most amazing coaches I have ever had the pleasure of being coached by! He is very adept at explaining all the exercises in a manner that a novice or a long time athlete can understand. The facility is clean and well-maintained, and they have coffee that is very good quality coffee… Thats a big one for me. I love this addition to downtown Birmingham! Oh yeah, and they have ponytail holders in the womens bathroom. I mean… That may seem like a little thing, but not when you try to do a workout with long hair and no ponytail holder. Can I get an amen from all the other long-haired chicks who have ever forgotten their ponytail holder on a hot June afternoon in Alabama??

Wheelhouse Academy is THE place for people of all levels of fitness who want to get healthier, stronger, leaner and have fun in a safe community-based environment. It is truly amazing how the team at WHA has managed to create a space where you can learn the movements and exercises that work for you in a safe way. Joining Wheelhouse changed my body, my health, and my energy level BUT staying apart of the Wheelhouse has changed me as a person. Come for the fitness and stay for the community!!

A great gym with top notch equipment and an excellent community environment!

Fantastic gym and gym community. Wheelhouse brings to Birmingham a fitness learning environment focused on meeting an individual’s goals within a fun group context. And this is perhaps the cleanest gym I’ve ever been to!Great job, Wheelhouse!

As a retired disabled combat vet I can say that this place is absolutely the best for what meh wife and I where looking for. I can do alternative events so that I’m not in pain and still feel like apart of the group. Also I’m super big on working out in a clean and well equipped environment. This place is top notch and worth every penny and then some 👊🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼!!!!

Great Gym

Truly lives up to its name as an academy. Devoted group of staff and owners, great facilities, and amazing community. Wholeheartedly recommend to anyone interested in functional fitness but might be weary of the typical crossfit box.

Fantastic coaching in the nicest, cleanest training facility in Birmingham! If you want to get actual personalized training & not be a number in a gym with 40 locations, this is where you want to be. The equipment is absolutely incredible. This is the best gym in all of the Birmingham area!

Luan and his team are the best in the business! So excited I get to train under them in such a fun, welcoming environment. Its a totally new model that is sure to help everyone from beginners to advanced athletes reach their fitness goals!

Wheelhouse is a great gym that comes at a great value for the services and atmosphere that they provide. Wheelhouse is able to serve a broad variety of patrons with a class atmosphere by offering 2 separate programs in strength and conditioning while incubating a competitive atmosphere.The coaches are very adept in what they do and provide you both the level of instruction you need, or that you desire. They can breakdown all types of lifts from Olympic movements to basic Powerlifting, as well as various warm-up movements, drills, and stretches to make you the most effective lifter you can be.Lastly the equipment at Wheelhouse is top notch. You will not find a gym in Birmingham that is able to pair the value of these classes, coaches, training schedule, and competition ready gear. I highly recommend Wheelhouse to anyone looking for something beyond your basic gym to pursue your fitness goals

I am so glad Wheelhouse Academy exists in Birmingham. Approachable CrossFit style ‘conditioning’ workout, and weightlifting style ‘strength’ classes. I love that my husband and I can go together and get what we need out of a workout. It’s not intimidating at all and all of the coaches are encouraging, helpful, and care abt the people who come. They are focused on the community, pushing yourself but in a sustainable way. If you need to scale a workout, they don’t make you feel awkward or uncomfortable.I love the different options of packages and it’s awesome that those with kids can still workout.Luan and David curated a truly unique community.

Great environment, friendly people!!

5 stars aren’t enough to rate them. It is well equipped, super clean and above all, it is completely obvious that the coaches, staff, and other members care more about your health and wellbeing than they do about any number. They embrace you and make you feel like part of a family from the beginning and are incredibly patient while teaching a complete newbie something that I know will change their life. They are passionate about what they do and it shows in everyone there. I cannot say thank you enough to Coach Luan, Coach Faye and the rest of the wheelhouse staff and family.

Great gym. Great atmosphere and environment for all patrons. Coaches really care about their members and constantly help them improve

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had to come up with a few more stars to give Wheelhouse Academy. Ive never experienced a gym that promotes & facilitates healthy athletic growth and development like they do here. Healthy things grow and Wheelhouse is as healthy as it gets!

An absolute top notch facility and steller coaching. The attention to detail you get is above anything else in Birmingham. Highly recommended.

As someone new to this type of program, I found it challenging but very accessible due to the time the coaches spent ensuring I was doing movements properly. The space is clean and the people are welcoming.

Super great people and great workouts! Feels like family when you walk in!

I have been working out at Wheelhouse since July and battled a reoccurring back injury from surgery when I was in college. Rather than throwing in the towel, Luan and the crew provided massage therapy and functional movement exercises to get me back working out. He taught me how to take care of myself and reprogrammed my body to get rid of bad habits I had formed over the years. I wouldnt be back working out if it wasnt for Luan and the guys at Wheelhouse pushing me to keep showing up and working on my problems rather than waiting for the pain to go away. They really take care of the whole person at Wheelhouse and for that reason they have my loyalty and trust.

Incredible facility and great coaches/community. Great place for athletes of all skill levels.

David and Lyn are really nice people. I cdnt make it for more than 2 months bcz of my schedule. But worth joining there.

Such a good investment of your time. Fun people that are likeminded and enthusiastic about training the right way. The vibe is intensely chill if thats a thing.

LOVE IT...GREAT GYM AND COMMUNITY

Great gym and a good place to drop in.

Experienced, knowledgeable, engaging team. First class set up with cutting edge programming.

Outstanding gym! Incredible Coaching! A wonderful experience overall!

I cannot say enough good things about this space (because it is truly more than a gym). I started going to WHA in December and in less than a week was hooked. The trainers are all really knowledgeable, approachable and friendly. The programming is well thought out and builds on previous workouts/skills so that you can grow as an athlete. The membership is a welcoming community —friendly and encouraging of newbies. Most importantly, WHA is constantly evolving to promote a healthy and balanced life style (e.i. meal options for purchase, body weight screenings, etc...).For me, WHA has allowed me to grow as a runner (my true calling) even though that is not the primary training here. All of the strength training workouts have kept me injury free while training for various races. Just ran a 13.1 at 1:37:39! (7:27 pace) :)

The time and care Luan, Caleb, and the rest of the Wheelhouse Academy staff take in teaching proper functional movement is evidence of their commitment to helping athletes improve and excel in the gym. WHA strikes a perfect balance between the time athletes spend learning movements and really getting their sweat on.

This is an incredible facility! Absolutely love this team and the atmosphere to train!

Excellent facility with top of the line functional training equipment and coaching.

Beautiful space, knowledgeable coaches, delicious coffee, and great workouts! Cant get any better than this!

Awesome workout. . .great coaching.

These guys are the real deal!

Best ever