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Top Tier Fitness
610 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, United States
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Vi
Review №1

Best gym I’ve ever been too.The only thing better than the knowledgeable and supportive coaches is the amazing and accepting community. No matter who or where you are in your walk of life, you can find a safe place to be strong and healthy at Top Tier!

Jo
Review №2

Top Tier is more than just 4 walls where people go to sweat.It is a place where memories are made. It’s a place where people can go to discover what they are capable of and learn about who they are inside and outside of the gym. And most importantly it is a place where everyone is welcome.I have been to so many gyms/studios/boxes in the time that I have been active (approx. 15 years in total) and none compare to the community here. The programming is great (2 offerings + speciality classes and workshops), the coaching is awesome, the owners are present, care and know everyone by name and the people here are the literal best.I couldn’t be happier or prouder to call this my home gym. And I hope that if you’re reading this that it gives you the confirmation you need to come in to try a class and stay awhile!

mi
Review №3

Top Tier isn’t just a gym. Top Tier is a supportive community. From day one the owners, coaches, and members were so supportive of my fitness goals. I lost 50 pounds with them. During the pandemic, their cleanliness, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail make it the best place in the Triad to continue to reach my goals. If you are ready to work hard in an encouraging environment, and meet some of the nicest coaches and members around, join Top Tier!

To
Review №4

I love this gym and LOVE being a part of the Top Tier community. During Covid-19, my fiance and I decided to close out our memberships at larger and franchised gyms and join a smaller, tight-knit community- both for more support and safety. I am thankful everyday we made the decision to join Top Tier and wish we would have sooner! For those who dont think they are real athletes or are intimidated by words such as Cross-Fit, bar bell, or kip swings, Top Tiers Ignite class is the perfect fit! No matter the ability or skill level, Top Tier has an option that will help push you. I have really enjoyed Coach Tracey; she has a great balance of being extremely supportive and challenging, helping you step up to your potential in new ways! She definitely has for me.

Da
Review №5

I am proud to be a part of Top Tier! I have been a member for more than 2.5 years. While I have seen the gym go through phases, I am so excited about the current community and atmosphere created by Ben and Melissa. They pour their hearts into ensuring the gym is welcoming, supportive, inclusive, and safe. The gym maintains strict COVID precautions, including 10x10 squares for social distancing, mask requirements, class size restrictions, and strict cleaning rules. Ive personally seen the floor mopped every day I have been in the gym. As many people have already attested, this is more than a gym. This is a community dedicated to supporting and uplifting one another. Furthermore, the gym readily welcomes feedback and implements change. As an athlete, I feel challenged and supported. As a member, I feel respected and heard. I couldnt ask for a better gym.

br
Review №6

Out of town for business and decided to check out Top Tier Fitness. The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and had no problem letting me drop into one of the classes. Coaches are very knowledgeable and the regulars were welcoming and friendly. Will defiantly be dropping in for another workout when I am in town.

Ma
Review №7

Great experience all around - I was completely new to CrossFit last month but the community and coaches were extremely helpful and welcoming. Id definitely recommend to anyone looking for community workouts.

Ab
Review №8

This gym gives each member a 5 star experience. I had never tried Crossfit before and the Ignite classes were an incredible introduction. The coaches are invested in your improvement and the programming is excellent. They have handled Covid health guidelines with great diligence and care. I appreciate all the time and energy they have invested into safety protocol during this time. Melissa, one of the owners, communicates thoroughly and regularly. This gym is also one of the most inclusive gyms Ive seen! I look forward to working towards my health and fitness goals as a member of Top Tier!

Ke
Review №9

This place rules. Every workout is unique and challenging. Each visit is the highlight of my day. My goal of being straight-up shredded, although a long way off, is definitely a possibility.Every single coach is 100% dialed in. They are friendly, informative, and engaging. I have complete trust in each of them. All the other members are great, too.Under the circumstances, I should probably mention cleanliness/sanitation. Top Tier does a great job of keeping everyone safe. Class size is limited and each member works in their own 10x10 area. All the equipment and the floors are sanitized after each workout. Top notch place. 2 thumbs up.

Fa
Review №10

Very few places in Winston Salem are as welcoming and as committed to your fitness and wellbeing as Top Tier Fitness. I have been a member since 2017, and I watched this place develop over the years thanks to the hard work of the dedicated coaches, push-yourself style workouts, and wonderful owners. Prepare to leave every day with a good sweat, you will learn new things about yourself and what youre capable of doing, and you will come back the next day motivated to put in the work and see the results! This is not your average dumbbell curls type gym, the community and the friends you make is what drives the energy in this place. I will be forever thankful for deciding to join this gym and every single person I have interacted with at Top Tier over the years.

Em
Review №11

After having issues with another local gym, I switched to Top Tier this past September. It has been a wonderful experience thus far! Melissa, one of the owners, has been extremely welcoming and is always easy to get in touch with. The coaching staff are all extremely encouraging and very knowledgeable about stretching and form for lifts. I had previous experience at other CrossFit-style gyms, and this is one of the best I’ve been to in terms of coaching, equipment, and programming.I’ve also tried the Ignite program a few times (more of a HIIT style workout) and I absolutely loved that for the days I want to change it up! I am currently in graduate school, so I was happy to learn that they do offer a student discount as well!

Ch
Review №12

Awesome place all around!Never done CrossFit before and was hesitant at first. But after the first session I was hooked. The gym has a great atmosphere with nice people and coaches that pushes you to the fullest while keeping you safe from injury. The coaches are also very knowledgeable and you can always ask for any advice.Would recommend this gym to anyone, from a high level athlete all the way to a person just starting their training journey for the first time.

Er
Review №13

Great atmosphere with supportive coaches and classmates. They get you there even on days you don’t feel like leaving the house. And lots of options throughout the day to fit your schedule.

Tr
Review №14

Top Tier Fitness has created a great environment where athletes of all levels can feel welcome and supported. If you need help mastering a technique with a specific movement the coaches have the patience and knowledge to get you there. Awesome group of people!

Ni
Review №15

Awesome 👍. I cant recommend this place enough. Great dynamic work outs, small classes with personal coach attention and its very affordable. The staff has been very motivating and helpful, you basically get a personal trainer for a fraction of the cost.I dont think Ill ever go back to a traditional gym.

Ly
Review №16

Best gym in Winston Salem - great community, culture, and workout! I always feel comfortable and welcome here.

Aa
Review №17

I was a member here for a year. I quickly began to see them for what they are. Top Tier is not a gym to promote community. It is centered around money. They welcome people with no CrossFit experience right in without requiring introductory training/classes to the basic movement. Sure they offer these 6-week challenges, but that’s a money promotion and not required.The box I came from required this introductory course to not only ensure that those joining were properly educated and trained in the movement and lifts that CrossFit revolves around to keep everyone safe from injury, but it also helps to not disrupt other members due to a new member needing extra support.The lack of concern for the safety of their members is astonishing.Hygiene in the facility was always an issue. People were not required to wipe down equipment after use, just half hazardously requested by some coaches.The soap dispensers in the bathrooms were rarely filled and they was more than one occasion that it was obvious a coach would use the restroom without washing their hands after.Mind you, these basic hygiene concerns were before the pandemic.It is crazy that they are still operating in this pandemic. Risking the community to promote their business is selfish and disruptive to controlling COVID in the community. Allowing travelers to drop in during a pandemic is absurd, seeing a recent review that a traveler dropped in. That is irresponsible.

Ja
Review №18

I have been a member here for a few years. I am 49 years old and the coaches and staff do everything to help cater the workouts to my capabilities. The rest of the members are very supportive of me and I never feel out of place if I can not do some of the same skills as the tremendous athletes that participate. I have learned a lot about myself and what I am capable of. I am so glad I have become a member and look forward to continuing my workouts here for the future. I know it might be intimidating, but if you are serious about getting in better fitness, this is a great option

Au
Review №19

I have loved doing the Ignite class with Emily. The gym is a great community and set right in the midst of a beautiful part of downtown. Great staff, great facility, really encouraging environment.

Ma
Review №20

Cant say enough great things about this gym! Awesome community, friendly coaches, staff, members. The class structure and coaching knowledge was excellent and theyre always ready and willing to help!

Au
Review №21

Awesome place! The coaches are very knowledgable and attentive. Highly recommend for any level athlete.

Ju
Review №22

Great coaches and really responsive owners. Classes are well run and gym is clean. So glad to be a member!

Ta
Review №23

The community and positive environment really keeps you going. Everyone with a wide range of fitness backgrounds makes Too Tier very welcoming!

Ch
Review №24

Great community/atmosphere, and coaching! Love the location in the heart of downtown Winston!

Jo
Review №25

Hands down, best CrossFit style/functional fitness and conditioning gym in the Winston-Salem area! As a Physical Therapist, who analyzes movement all day, the coaches know exactly what theyre doing and program effectively while making modifications when needed. I will be leaving due to travel with my job and TT will be the only place I return if I come back to WS! Its more than a place to sweat... Its a place to break barriers, laugh, create memories, and expand your family. I will miss you guys!

Sa
Review №26

I’ve been to three CrossFit gyms so far and this one is by far the best (although they’re no longer affiliated with the CrossFit brand). They are extremely welcoming and friendly, whether you are an experienced athlete or just a beginner. The gym is very clean and the equipment is good quality and well maintained. The class sizes are small and you get a lot of 1-on-1 coaching even in a group setting. The coaching is top-notch as well, and they have a wide variety of workouts. Highly recommended!

Le
Review №27

Awesome staff. Clean 🧼 environment grade A equipment. Been looking for a while and I have found my home!!

Dr
Review №28

Great community atmosphere, truly a no judgement zone. Never thought I’d enjoy it as much as I do!

Te
Review №29

A great workout, and friendly staff

Me
Review №30

The Ignite classes at Top Tier are awesome! They are always challenging but easily modifiable to fit any and all skill/strength levels. The classes are different every day and there’s plenty of space and equipment for everyone. The coaches are super motivating and make the classes fun and provide individual attention to improve technique etc. Their multiple membership options also cater to your budget and how often you want to go. Great gym, very glad I joined!

Er
Review №31

The Ignite class offered at Top Tier is awesome! Courtney and Tracy were great coaches, warm and welcoming, very knowledgeable and helpful, and stressed the importance of proper form. Super challenging workouts, different everyday of the week. Strongly recommended for a fun and efficient workout!

Do
Review №32

I went in to discuss the challenge they were offering. At $700 it was steep but with a good sales pitch I was getting hooked in.HOWEVER.. then the OWNER started discussing how the system worked and told me what I would need to do to commit to assure the system worked for me. First of all like a large portion of the community I am overweight and I was not an athlete in college. He looked at my size and immediately assumed what my diet was and my level of activity without asking. And told me I needed to eat healthier and have better portion control. Because he did not bother to inquire I did not share that I had been on a low fat/salt/carb diet for the past 3 years due to dietary restrictions of other family members. As for portion control I am recording about 1500 calories a day which my doctor is not pleased with. I was hoping that I would be able to get guidance along with the challenge plan as to what worked best. Instead I just got the same jock know it all attitude I have been hearing all my life.As for the results that he showed i realized that they only select to show the people that were athletes in their past who only have 30 to 40 pounds to lose to get back to their ideal size. Anyone who is beyond that is well beyond the ability of the owner/instructor. And because of that they are sure to fail. Just look at the other reviews where the woman got blocked.

Pe
Review №33

Awesome place! Perfect location, great coaches and workout buddies.

Me
Review №34

I just completed one of Top Tiers Six Week Challenges, and am amazed at the improvement in my body. I feel, sleep, look, and function better than I have in a long time. The challenge was often difficult, but it was a great exercise in self control and was heartening to see the outcome of the hard work I put into the program.Top Tier is a world class facility, with great equipment and a clean, modern feel. The most impressive element of Top Tier, by far, are the coaches. Each brings their own expertise and perspective to their classes, and they are genuinely concerned with the quality of your performance at the gym. I have learned an immense amount from them, and trust their knowledge and experience to become stronger, more fit, and avoid injury.Thank you, Top Tier!

J
Review №35

Great coaches, facility and location! MANY welcomed changes implemented by new ownership- to include competitive pricing and bootcamp-style classes (Ignite) in addition to classic crossfit. My work schedule isnt consistent so I love that I can take advantage the variety of class times and generous open gym hours.Its clear the new owners, coaches and members are invested in Top Tier and I dont hesitate to recommend joining this awesome community!

Jo
Review №36

Top Tier is a great facility with excellent coaches and an awesome community of people to work out with. I’ve been a member for two years and thanks to the great coaching at Top Tier, I am seeing improvements in my fitness on a daily basis. I recently completed the Six Week Challenge, where I saw great results by following the nutrition plan, being consistent with my workouts, and using the motivation from the coaches to help me reach my goal!

Me
Review №37

Top Tier has been an amazing place for me to workout, push myself, learn new skills, meet an awesome community, and be trained by highly knowledgeable and encouraging coaches. The new gym owners are not only great business owners, they are also active in the classes, just like the members. I was extremely intimidated to start Crossfit- but I am so thankful that I took a chance- one of the best things I have done for myself (a mom of 3 kids!). Come and check it out! Either Crossfit or Ignite!

Ma
Review №38

Great people, great coaches and great facility!

Al
Review №39

I was apart of the 6 week challenge at Top Tier CrossFit in Winston Salem. Through six weeks I have saw so many changes in my body! I feel stronger and confident than ever before. I reached my weight loss goal and some! They give you all the resources and information you need to lose the weight all you have to do is put forth the effort. I would recommend this gym to everyone!

Da
Review №40

At 45 years old, I was a little anxious about starting a CrossFit program. Luckily I came across Top Tier during my search for a box. Brandon and Mike have been awesome coaches and there for support all the time while I completed my foundations classes and working through my first week of WODs, and the community here is truly exceptional! You wont regret joining and starting on your fitness journey at this box!

Jo
Review №41

Me and my husband joined TopTier when moving in from Belgium were our crossfit community was a big positive part of our life. We directly loved the professional coaching, the location and the facilities from the first day. With the new ownership, the community has grown and it is such an awesome inspiring place! I mostly do the 5.30 am classes during the weekdays and Ignate on Saturday mornings, they are all great and provide me with the different aspects of training I need with a busy life as a mother and scientist . We are so happy we found TopTier!

Ma
Review №42

Super impressed and surprised in the best of ways... I am so shocked with how much ive enjoyed Crossfit, specifically this location. The first few weeks before starting I was SO nervous. The name crossfit was always very intimidating to me, since it seemed to have such a cult-like following. After working out at the facility for only 6 weeks, I have to say, Im addicted. I totally understand peoples obsession with it--the environment is high energy, the instructors are awesome and intense. The really cool thing that has impressed me the most is the availability of different classes and different exercises within each class to accommodate different fitness needs. Ive already lost 11lbs in the last 6 weeks working out at the facility and Im really looking forward to continuing my fitness journey with them! I highly recommend Top Tier Crossfit and their instructors!

Me
Review №43

I did the free 6 week challenge thats been posted everywhere on Facebook. When I first went to the meeting after signing up, they told the truth: that its actually $699 to join. Follow the diet plan, go to 3 classes a week, and if you meet the goal (6% body fat down), you get your money back (its the motivation that keeps people from dropping out or cheating). If you dont meet your goal, no problem, you can put it towards a gym membership here. I thought that sounded like a good deal either way, so I discussed it with my fiancé to see if he thought this was something I could do, as well as looking for reviews, and he agreed to it. We knew $700 was a little high for even a year-long gym membership, but if it helped me get in better shape for our wedding, it would be worth it anyway. I should also say, Im a healthy 29 year old with no preexisting medical conditions, and just slightly overweight (20 lbs). I started eating the keto way in 2017 and lost about 25 lbs in one month. So, I know my body, and what it responds to.Top tier promised a 97% success rate, and said the only reason people dont make it is because they cheat and dont tell the coach. They promised there would be accountability, which I knew I needed.For the first 3 weeks, the accountability coach never contacted me. My personal trainer never trained me in anything, except to tell me the diet plan - which only turned out to be common sense - protein, healthy carb, and vegetable for every meal.My biggest issue with this place is this: they dont tell you at the beginning that a minimum gym membership is a 6 month, 3 day/week contract, and it costs $2000. Meaning, you cant get ANYTHING for the money you already paid, unless you invest double more. The coaches/personal trainers often said things that contradicted the other. There was also a handheld body fat machine that some participants used for the midpoint weigh-in (thanks to the accountabilty coach), when they had used the in-body machine at the beginning. It told them they were down 3%, but when they weighed themselves on the in-body, it told them they were only down less than 1%.Also, some people paid less! One person paid $475 and another $500. One of those people signed up at the exact same time as me! I got an email from the top-tier admin the day before my weigh-out that said I have 7 days left on my membership. I thought, oh, thats nice they will give me an extra week to work out after this is done! NOPE. I asked the head coach about it the next day and she said it was a mistake, sorry. Well, geez, why dont you give it to me anyway since it was kind of just promised to me...I cant think of a bigger scam going on right in the heart of downtown Winston Salem, right under our noses. Ill admit that I fell for it and I regret it very much, considering we really needed that $700 to put towards our wedding budget. At the very end, my personal trainer had no compassion. No money whatsoever back, and nothing I can do with the $700 except pay an extra $1300. I left this gym in tears and cried about halfway to my destination in the mountains (where I had a job that day).All I can say is this: if you eat junk all the time, 6 sodas a day, chips, ice cream, whatever, have about 100 lbs to lose, and dont exercise at all, you might meet the goal if you stick with this. But if you only have about 20 lbs to lose, eat VERY healthy, and exercise regularly already, DO NOT DO THIS PROGRAM. They will be pocketing your money with a smile on their face.Oh, and they blocked me on Facebook from liking or commenting on their ads. Guess they cant handle the criticism...

Jo
Review №44

Dropped in. Great class coached by Ashley and friendly group of athletes.

Da
Review №45

Awesome facility, great staff, great place to drop in for a WOD when traveling. Thanks for having me!

Ja
Review №46

Nice workout environment, good equipment, great coaches

Pe
Review №47

Great coaches and a fun community.

Th
Review №48

Its nice

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  • Address:610 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, United States
  • Site:https://toptier.fitness/
  • Phone:+1 336-608-1359
Categories
  • Gym
  • Boot camp
  • Fitness center
  • Physical fitness program
  • Pilates studio
  • Vitamin & supplements store
  • Yoga studio
Working hours
  • Monday:5:30am–7pm
  • Tuesday:9am–1pm
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:5:30am–8pm
  • Friday:5:30am–8pm
  • Saturday:5:30am–8pm
  • Sunday:5:30am–8pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
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