This is the best gym in D.C. hands down. Maddie is a gem. Its a very friendly atmosphere. I got in the best shape of my adult life and it was thanks to the amazing team at 202 Strong. Its not just a gym. This is a community .

Ive had some great work outs at 202 strong!

I have been coming to 202strong for a few years now, and its a wonderful gym. The coaches do a great job of welcoming people of all fitness levels and providing modifications if necessary, all while providing challenging and effective strength and HIT workouts. The other gym-goers are also supportive and friendly. Ive been impressed with how 202strong has adapted to the pandemic context, and Ive felt safe coming to the socially-distanced classes at the DC location. One of my favorite things is that the space is free from negative body/food talk (they dont even have a scale in the bathroom), which makes it a good space for anyone in recovery from eating disorders or diet culture. If youre looking for a truly welcoming environment where people know your name AND you can reach all your fitness goals, look no further!

Very great bodyweight workout! This exercise will push you and help you become better and stronger everyday. Working out at Audi field was a great experience. Visited their gym a couple days ago and felt very safe, since they sanitize and keep the gym very clean. Maddie and her team are top notch! I highly recommend checking them out! Will not disappoint!

The owner is incredibly knowledgeable and kind when introducing the concept of weight training to a newbie like myself!! A totally different workout concept then the work of barre - Pilates - yoga - etx.... online classes give you access to a variety of her coaches and different styles to choose from. Personal training is also available and coaches will travel to your home as well. Absolutely worth checking out !!!

I did the workout at Audi field and it was really fun! I felt was pushed to work hard in a very good way. Both coaches were awesome with explanation and motivation. There was also great communication leading up to the event!

The class was easy to follow, the instructor was great and I had a blast!

Took one of their classes at Audi Field and LOVED it. Was a great workout and the 45 minutes flew by! Will definitely be taking more of their outdoor classes.

I took an outdoor class on Audi field and it was killer in the absolute best way. Maddy and Alyssia had amazing energy and rhythm and it was so intense but it could definitely be modified! I’m still sore— it was amazing.

202strong is the first gym Ive joined and the first workout Ive really been able to stick to. The workout changes every class so you never get bored. The coaches take time every class to break down all movements so theyre approachable for all levels and theyre always available. Attending the Girlstrong class has given me such a supportive and encouraging group of women, both coaches and classmates! This gym and this community changed my relationship to working out and made it something I enjoy!

Such an empowering, non intimidating and motivating environment. I love how theres a whole kitchen and workstation too! The workouts build off of each other so its not just random exercises daily. There are also classes that are just HIIT style with no barbell exercise. The coaches take time to really break down the barbell move for the day so its great for a first timer or regular to really focus on form and prevent injuries. The schedule is designed to come daily or even once a week so you can easily track your progress! You dont feel like youre thrown into a chaotic class of 30 people like some other studios and large chains. The coaches are all great and the owner coaches herself. Support local female owned business! I love the girl strong classes! Same barbell class as the regular but in an all female empowering environment!

I love this place—the most supportive coaches, the most accessible workouts (no matter your skill level), and the most positive atmosphere. I joined 202 when I first moved to DC about a year and a half ago and haven’t looked back. I’ve worked out consistently before, but was always anxious and intimidated about learning to lift. At 202, I feel strong and am just getting stronger! Do yourself a favor and join this community.

Maddie is a fantastic coach. Encouraging, motivating, and tough. Great workout!

At first I was a bit intimidating by 202 strong classes, since I havent used a barbell since high school... but the class format and instruction is super clear and achievable and makes me feel SO STRONG! For me, this is a great complement to other workout likes HIIT, yoga, barre, spin, swimming, and team sports, and I could see how it would be even better if I could commit to several days a week - I absolutely love going to 202 strong!

Maddie is a great instructor and pushes you to go beyond that strengthens your mind as well as your body. Thanks!

The staff and members at 202Strong is awesome. They create a great environment for everyone to achieve their fitness goals, the right way. This is one of the reasons why I made joining 202Strong a priority when I moved back to the DMV.

This is the best gym in DC. The owner, Maddie, is so intentional about the space and atmosphere she creates - the coaches are enthusiastic and personable, the workouts varied, and the facility always clean and organized. The focus is always on getting strong, in mind and body. I’m so glad I joined this gym!

Best 45 minutes of my day! I love the workouts, community, and space. Both locations are so convenient and metro accessible. Plus, 202strong really works - the programming and class designs are unmatched and lead to real progress! Ive been at 202strong since 2015 and week to week, year to year I continue see significant improvement in my movement, gains in weightlifting, and quality of overall health.

I have been working out with Maddie and 202 Strong for 10 years! I just turned 60 and Im in the best shape of my life! The small gym classes allows for a personal training session feel but still gives you the motivation with having others around. And those others are all ages and levels doing the same class with potential modifications of the exercises! Learning to use weights and a bar bell properly has changed me forever and is so important keeping aging women healthy. I know many who jump around from gym to gym keeping it fresh, but Maddie and her staff of trainers keep it constantly changing and improving so your body doesnt get used to the same work out over and over. And now during the COVID era, her Zoom and Instagram classes are great and Ive kept in shape during quarentining. The overall culture of this gym is friendly, positive, and motivational! You cant go wrong with 202 Strong!

I love this gym! The classes are small enough to get the benefits of a personal trainer but mixed enough to not feel under a microscope. The groups are of all ages and skill levels, which makes it comfortable to take your own pace. The focus on form really distracts me from how intense the workout actually is. Ive never really been faithful to but maybe one other gym class in my whole life and Im pretty married to this one. Welcoming staff, easy to understand workouts, and focused on full body strength. Cant ask for a better class to do something different from the typical spin HIT workouts.

Great workout and amazing staff who motivate you and coach you through getting the technique right, which is super helpful for injury prevention. If you’re looking for a post-sport workout, this is for you. It’s team-like environment made me feel like I was back with my old soccer team!

I love everything about this gym - the coaches, the community, the workouts, and the healthy approach to fitness. Every workout is challenging and I’m amazed at how quickly I have seen progress. It’s always intimidating to start a new gym routine or learn something new but 202Strong offers a warm welcome and teaches you all you need to know. You’ll feel like a regular in no time.

I have never felt more welcomed by a fitness community. This gym has it all- coaches that challenge you, members that feel like family, an impeccable facility, and workouts that kick butt! The best part of my day is coming to 202Strong!

Cleanest and nicest gym in DC, by far. You walk in and immediately notice that this gym is unlike any other gym in the city. The staff is helpful and super energetic. Both Maddie and Rob really understand how fitness should be achieved and value health and happiness over putting as much weight on the bar as possible. There is no intimidation factor, but classes are still competitive. Its the best box by far.

I have found the most amazing community and improvement of self at 202strong. These coaches and athletes really care about you and your goals, both inside and outside the gym. There’s a huge emphasis on learning and growing, and I’ve always felt like there is room to improve and, more importantly, that 202Strong had a plan to help me get there. The best!!

Great workout! Nice sense of community, well prepared instructor, very well worth sweat! I booked a class through classpass but I’m really tempted to purchase a membership now.

I can not recommend this place enough! I came across 202 Strong after a year of trying out different gyms and crossfit studios all over DC. After my FIRST Girlstrong class, I stopped trying out other gyms and never looked back. I was hoping to find an environment where I felt comfortable yet challenged (since I had never touched a barbell in my life), and im happy to say that at 202 strong, I have found not only that, but so much more. I have found a community of people who I love to work out with, which is not an easy thing to find in a big city. In only a few months, I have gotten more comfortable working out with weights than I ever thought I could. Give 202 a try; you wont regret it!

Awesome gym. I’ve tried a ton of different class-focused gyms (PEAK, Orangetheory, etc.) but this has been my favorite by far. You learn the correct way to do a variety of Olympic lifts in a completely unintimidating setting. I just finished up the intro month and went to the 202Strong classes 3x a week. Within 2 weeks I was already seeing and feeling results. A month in - I’m completely hooked.I go at the same time every day, and I love that I’m with the same people working out with the same coach every time. Really tells you something about the atmosphere and program when you see such a strong following. I honestly look forward to going each week and would 100% recommend.

I have been going to 202strong for several years now. The coaching is great! 202strong is my favorite gym and my gym family!!

I really liked this place. The people working out we you are so friendly and supportive. No judgment if you’re not fit, athletic (which I’m not) or overweight (which I am). The owner was also really nice. We never had much convo but she always seemed warm and inviting. I stopped because it was a bit costly for me but thankfully I have ClassPass so I can still enjoy them.

Love the family dynamic and how challenging each class is, in a good way. The instructors are very encouraging and I really appreciate that.

Great workouts and great people 10/10

I love this gym! Ive had Maddie and Rob as my coaches for a few years, and to their dismay followed them to their new gym. The coaches are both encouraging and knowledgable, making it a pleasure to work with them. The new gym is awesome with all new equipment, and the ladies bathroom is well stocked and feels like home. I highly recommend this gym to everyone!!

First, its super-clean and smells nice!On to the important stuff...Its not your typical X-Fit box. The trainers are all well-versed in body mechanics and corrective exercise. What does this mean? It means as long as you follow the lead of the very experienced trainers (namely Rob and Maddie) you wont get hurt while youre getting fit. There is always a great deal of personal attention to form. The owners also take the responsibility of making sure all of their coaches maintain that philosophy (keeping all athletes safe and healthy).Youll stay injury-free while still getting a b@lls-to-wall tough, effective workout.

We had a wonderful experience in the self defense class. Would definitely recommend!

Loved the Girlstrong class led by Caitlyn! Will definitely return.

Really loved this workout circuit. Most effective training since I worked out with a professional coach training for Junior Olympics swimming.

202strong is my first CrossFit experience and Im hooked! Its really empowering to realize how strong I am and, more so, motivating to know that I havent even reached my potential. A new strength cycle every six weeks means Im never bored and always challenged. After nearly one year at 202strong, Ive never done the same work out twice. Rob and Maddies tweak of the tiniest technical detail and personal attention set them apart in the DC fitness world. The energy and camaraderie of the Tuesday 6:30 AM class has me willingly getting out of bed at 5:45 AM. Give it a try! Youre body will thank you.

Literally stumbled into 202Strong after passing it a couple times on the way to work. At the time, I was struggling to find a fitness groove and figured that someplace close to my work in Farragut North might be a good option. After all, the best workout is the one that you actually end up going to, right?Indeed, 202Strong has been one of my favorite fitness experiences in DC in the 10 years Ive lived here. I mostly go to the GirlStrong (womens) classes with Caitlyn, and she is absolutely my favorite trainer and just a rockstar. She focuses on technique and is patient, kind, and super fun (great music in these workouts, folks!). Each 50 minute workout consists of a warmup, a strength (lifting) unit, and a HIIT circuit - all always challenging, different, and (in their own weird/torturous way) fun. Ive also taken Signature classes with Andres, LeeAnn, andTopher and enjoyed them as well.Im really appreciative of the owners (Maddie) responsiveness (whenever I have an administrative questions) and love love LOVE supporting this woman-owned fitness business. Would definitely recommend this place if you work anywhere in the Farragut North area and are looking for a great workout in a friendly environment.

Great team, great trainers! They know how to motivate their clients and help them reach their attainable fitness goals.-Claudia

Amazing gym with a great community feel. Caters to all skill levels!!

Amazing coaches, amazing members, amazing workouts...join this gym and you will never go elsewhere! It’s my second home:)

202strong has become a bit of an addiction! A high end, brand new space, located near the Farragut Metro stations and the White House it offers an unbelievable way to bang out an exhausting 45 minute workout.Dont be intimidated by the Crossfit label. Its an open, friendly place that attracts everyone from GW students, to 45 year old working stiffs like myself.Small classes (usually 3-4 people, never had more than 8 people), all day schedule that allows you to drop in without planning ahead (5-6 classes a day), and coaches who get the balance of teaching, motivating and smiling!

Amazing work out! I was sore for three days after, but that lets me know I really worked these muscles!

Great DC location that makes working out before/during/after work easy. Nice/ clean facilities and great instructors. I attended a weekly cross fit class provided by the company I work for and the instructors did a great job of not overwhelming beginners nor boring the more experienced lifters. All in all a great gym that offers a lot that should cover anyones personal fitness goals--everything from yoga to Muay Thai, 202 is the place to go

Being new to CrossFit I was somewhat intimidated and a bit nervous to check out 202strong. But I forced myself to try out a CrossFit Class. Im glad I did as the first class was really fun, albeit a lot of sweat and intensity.Besides the really clean, neat and super well located venue, what I love the most about 202strong is the low key & super friendly staff & helpful trainers as well as the community from all walks of life and group ages. Its always fun to sweat, struggle and share a laughter together.Also, their athletic performance tracking and class-sign-up system is pretty cool and very easy to manage.Im a very happy camper and would def. recommend 202strong to anyone & everyone who would like to invest in being healthy, active and strong.

One of my fave spaces to workout. Crossfit can be intimidating but 202 has a staff that caters to all skill levels (even mine), they have alot of offerings. Its a great space with a very modern feel. Ive met some great people while working out there and Maddie is a gem. You can access your schedule online and track everything via your account. My fave is GIRLStrong which introduced me to weights, box jumps, dead lifts, etc. When working out here on a regular, I was in the best shape of my life! I look forward to getting back on schedule.

I started my muay thai/boxing experience here and it was great The classes were small, the instructors very skilled and friendly, and the place was clean. I loved the individual attention. I always felt like I got a good workout and learned a lot

Gym focusing on strength training and weightlifting

I did the trial membership for $79 and enjoyed it immensely. They are very beginner friendly (before this I never exercised regularly). I tried Girlstrong, FighterFoundation, Fighter Fitness, and StrongSignature classes. I loved Girlstrong because its all women and I got to learn how to lift without feeling self-conscious. My other favorite is Fighter Fitness – it combines self defense with some circuits for a really great workout. The class sizes are small enough for instructors to take time to correct individuals form. The changing room has showers and lockers. All the facilities are very clean. Will miss 202strong after I leave DC!

I started at 202 Strong (in DC) shortly after Thanksgiving Day and have been attending daily for almost two months now. It has been a great experience, the two week trial, which is more generous than any of the other Crossfit gyms I looked into, helped me make my decision. I went to sessions at 6pm and 7:15am to see if the gym would be crowded and worked out with four of the trainers including the gyms co-owners Maddie and Rob. The most members at any given time I feel has been 5. The trainers I have worked with have been amazing (Kevin is always willing to stay a little longer after class and help me figure out a specific movement). What drew me to signing up for a VIP membership was the fact that all the trainers place special care to ensure the athletes are properly warmed up for the exercises and that proper stretching is being done. Given the size of the class I have felt that I receive a good amount f individual attention which is very important to avoid injuring myself. I have done Crossfit before in NJ and NYC and this is the first gym that has a very clean locker room, showers, trainers that arent yelling at you but rather working with you and encouraging you in a positive way, a small class size and not feeling that you are rushed through either the strength or WOD sessions. The trainers are great at correcting your position or explaining the goal of the exercise and providing modifications when needed. I recall that prior to my first trial session, I had communicated with Rob via email and informed him that I had injured my ankles from running. Rob was very responsive and offered to look at my ankles after my first trial session to see what was the problem and perhaps what movements would potentially inflame the issue. Rob followed through and taught me how to modify certain exercises and what to do at home to help the area. This was when I realized that the gym cared about its members and that though there was no guarantee I was going to sign up they offered to help me in order for me to achieve my fitness goals. Needless to say I am very happy with my experience thus far! They offer other classes that I have yet to try and also nutrition advice.Keep up the good work 202Strong!

Great gym, facility, coaches and workouts!

Great place to train with knowledgable staff

Ive been to a number of crossfit gyms throughout the US and even a few abroad, and I think that 202Strong really stands out as being the best. The main reasons 202Strong stands out are the excellent facilities, outstanding coaches, and a very welcoming community.First, the facilities are top notch. All of the equipment is brand new. They have all of the crossfit equipment youd expect, and they keep it very clean. Additionally, the bathrooms are nicer than pretty much any gym (crossfit or globo) that youll find. Not only do they have showers, but they have soap, shampoo, shaving cream, razors, mouthwash, etc. It basically feels like a bathroom at a high-end spa.Second, the coaching is very good. Ive been doing crossfit for several years now and Rob, Maddie, and the other coaches are consistently able to help me tweak small details that continue to improve my performance and contribute to my ability to work out regularly without injury. Beyond their ability to help me, Ive been very impressed with their versatility in helping other athletes and non-athletes of all levels. The crossfit community prides itself on being scaleable, but few crossfit gyms do a good job of instilling that in the culture. At other gyms, Ive often seen a lot of people feel pressured into doing weights and movements that they are not ready for. At 202Strong that is not the case. The coaching staff does a really good job of tailoring movements and weights to all levels of ability whether youre someone like me that has been doing crossfit for a while or someone that is attempting their first WOD.Additionally, the programming is great. Some crossfit gyms simply program intense workouts with the sole purpose of crushing you. I think that is one of the main reasons, crossfit sometimes gets a reputation for causing injuries. At 202Strong, the programming is much more thoughtful. The programming allows you to feel challenged every day, but it is not so intense that you cant come back again the next day. They also do a good job of steadily building strength and confidence in movements in each of their six-week strength cycles. It feels just long enough to make gains, but also short enough that you do not get bored with the movements.Finally, 202Strong has a very welcoming community. I came to 202Strong from another DC area crossfit gym and felt comfortable at 202Strong almost immediately. The coaches and other members are all very friendly and down to earth. No one takes themselves too seriously. Bottom line: if you are looking for a new gym in DC or just visiting, you should check out 202Strong.