Devoted Fitness & Strength

Fantastic experience: I joined DFS 3 months after having my first baby. I had no prior lifting experience, as I was a cardio junkie & yogi, but wanted to feel stronger. Nick’s gym has exceeded all expectations! I’ve been challenged, motivated, and supported each class. All the coaches are great. I feel stronger than I ever have! Feeling super thankful to be celebrating 1 year at DFS with many more to come!

Fantastic experience: A nice change compared to the big box gyms.

Fantastic experience: this place changed my life it can change yours too if you’re willing to put in the work DFS rocks

Fantastic experience: I'm so glad I made the decision to try this gym out. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly and helpful. Also very good at kicking your butt. Worth every cent :)

Fantastic experience: Great place to get fit. Very knowledgeable staff, other members are fantastic and a real sense of community. I’ve been a member for 3 months and this was a great choice for me. Put the work in, get results.

Fantastic experience: Have only been there once but it is a really nice gym, staff was really nice

Fantastic experience: Great gym, Great atmosphere, and most of all Great People. Iv never been happier to show up 4 times a week and put some hard work in. Nick, Chris, Sarah, Eric, and Mike are all great trainers and have really helped me on my fitness journey. I have never been this strong in my entire life! Currently have been here almost 1 year. No mater where you are starting from I would recommend checking out DFS!

Fantastic experience: I could go on forever about how much I love DFS! Nick and all the other trainers are truly amazing and really care about everyone’s success. As well as the trainers being great…. The atmosphere is great too. Everyone is so kind and always cheering on people around. I would recommend this gym to everyone!

Fantastic experience: The coaches are great. Down to earth. Very welcoming and will fulfill all your fitness needs. Coach Sarah is my trainer. She is great and is dedicated to put you where you need to be in your fitness journey. Clean high energy gym.

Fantastic experience: As a life long athlete who had fallen into some bad habits, I was looking for a kickstart to revive my regular exercise program and found DFS. I could tell after my first workout that Nick is extremely knowledgeable and personable and even though I was sore I could not wait to go back again. In the few weeks since I started, I have learned tons of new moves, improved my form, and expanded my understanding of how we can use our diet to fuel our bodies in the best possible way. Nick's workouts are always creative and fun and he constantly focuses on motivating you to challenge yourself. I highly recommend the Foundations class series to anyone looking to try out DFS. It will give you a great feel for the gym and what Nick can do for you!

Fantastic experience: Nick Haught, owner trainer at DFS gym has really pushed me mentally and physically in such positive ways making me feel capable of accomplishing anything!! Everyone is like family, we push each other in such positive motivation that EVERY workout is FUN!! I couldn't ask for anything more. I sweated more the 1st week here than I have my whole life!! Nick gets excited and loves seeing the sweat pour off all his clients!! As the saying goes "sweat is fat crying"!! Come try for yourself, you won't be disappointed!!!

Fantastic experience: I always knew of DFS gym since I passed it daily but had the assumption that it was a private gym for only guy, I was way off! One evening I was driving past and saw Nick (the owner) out in front of the gym with a group of women in what looked like a boot camp. Having previously taken a boot camp at another facility and knowing I loved it, I immediately reached out to him. This was right after a double hernia repair surgery for me, and with that came some excess weight gain, I was desperate to get off! I would be lying if I didn't say that initially I only intended to take the 6 week boot camp course and return to planet fitness (for financial reasons). As with anything new you do I was nervous to get started but Nick was so incredibly awesome and all the ladies I did boot camp with welcomed me right in, were supportive, and at all different levels of fitness/ ability. Before I knew it I was down 30 lbs and signing up for my next 6 week course. Like I mentioned I was also recovering from intensive surgery and Nick was so accommodating with it. He knew how to help me push myself and challenge myself without doing harm to my stomach. He is great with any injuries or issues you come across while working out, he will switch things up, focus on a different area or modify the move to avoid the discomfort or injury. I've been with Nick and DFS for about a year and a half now and I couldn't imagine doing it any other way. I was always the person that struggled with weight, with staying active, finding what I liked to do for exercise and sticking with it. After being with DFS I am so much more active outside of the gym on my own, I have never been more happy and confident with my body, I am in the best shape of my life and I'm pretty darn strong too! Nick holds me accountable, challenges me to push myself both inside the gym and out. He has a lot of knowledge and is educated /trained on nutrition and how to do the movements the correct way. I would refer and recommend anyone I know to go to him, he is the best! Best investment you'll ever make is joining DFS gym.

Fantastic experience: I could go on forever about how much I love DFS! Nick and all the other trainers are truly amazing and really care about everyone’s success. As well as the trainers being great…. The atmosphere is great too. Everyone is so kind and always cheering on people around. I would recommend this gym to everyone!

Fantastic experience: If I could give more than 5 stars I would. I've been going to DFS for 4 months. In that time, I've gained the ability to do pull-ups, and the guidance I've received has led me to be able to lift heavier without injury than I ever have before. I wish I would have started here a long time ago. I finally took the plunge- I was hesitant to A) spend a lot more on my gym membership than the Nat costs and B) I assumed I would be in over my head physically and surrounded by meatheads. I WAS SO WRONG. Totally worth the money, and there is no level of experience that Nick and crew can't work with. Never done anything beyond 12 oz curls, and ready to make a change? They'll teach you everything you need to know, and no one will make you feel intimidated or like you don't belong. Can't do a single pushup? Not a problem, DFS staff has good suggestions to modify pretty much all of the exercises so you can work up as you build strength. Lifelong athlete who pulls semi trucks for fun on the weekends? The workouts are challenging, and varied enough to keep them interesting. The exercise modifications work both ways, they'll also have suggestions for how to ramp a move up if you need it. Somewhere in between? That's where I was, (squats, deadlifts, bench experience) and I've been able to build on the experience I already had while learning new things (clean and press, kettlebells), And staying motivated here is easier- signing up for a class ahead of time makes it way harder to flake out and keep you on track. Also, the app is super easy to use for scheduling, paying dues, etc. Hamstring is bugging you, or you're working through an injury? They've got stretches, or a foam roller move, or a way to modify the workout for what you need. Here's the short version: DFS is awesome. Welcoming, (everyone is- coaches and patrons both) flexible, fun, and as long as you're willing to put in the work DFS is a great place to get you where you want to be. Side note, a lot of the people that left Google reviews 5+ years ago are people that I recognize as still going to DFS regularly currently, so that speaks for itself.

Fantastic experience: Outstanding place to work out

Fantastic experience: If I could give more than 5 stars I would. I've been going to DFS for 4 months. In that time, I've gained the ability to do pull-ups, and the guidance I've received has led me to be able to lift heavier without injury than I ever have before. I wish I would have started here a long time ago. I finally took the plunge- I was hesitant to A) spend a lot more on my gym membership than the Nat costs and B) I assumed I would be in over my head physically and surrounded by meatheads. I WAS SO WRONG. Totally worth the money, and there is no level of experience that Nick and crew can't work with. Never done anything beyond 12 oz curls, and ready to make a change? They'll teach you everything you need to know, and no one will make you feel intimidated or like you don't belong. Can't do a single pushup? Not a problem, DFS staff has good suggestions to modify pretty much all of the exercises so you can work up as you build strength. Lifelong athlete who pulls semi trucks for fun on the weekends? The workouts are challenging, and varied enough to keep them interesting. The exercise modifications work both ways, they'll also have suggestions for how to ramp a move up if you need it. Somewhere in between? That's where I was, (squats, deadlifts, bench experience) and I've been able to build on the experience I already had while learning new things (clean and press, kettlebells), And staying motivated here is easier- signing up for a class ahead of time makes it way harder to flake out and keep you on track. Also, the app is super easy to use for scheduling, paying dues, etc. Hamstring is bugging you, or you're working through an injury? They've got stretches, or a foam roller move, or a way to modify the workout for what you need. Here's the short version: DFS is awesome. Welcoming, (everyone is- coaches and patrons both) flexible, fun, and as long as you're willing to put in the work DFS is a great place to get you where you want to be. Side note, a lot of the people that left Google reviews 5+ years ago are people that I recognize as still going to DFS regularly currently, so that speaks for itself.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend DFS. Nick and the coaches are competent and supportive. Since starting at DFS I’m stronger, my heart and lungs work better, and I’m more confident. Don’t hesitate to try this gym out if you’re on the fence or intimidated.

Fantastic experience: I joined DFS a year ago and it is the best decision I ever made for myself! Nick is a phenomenal coach and the staff are very knowledgeable. I hadn't really worked out much before but they welcomed me into their gym family and made me feel comfortable and supported. If you have a goal, they have the tools and accountability to get you there!

Fantastic experience: We moved from downtown Cleveland to Cuyahoga Falls temporarily while our home is being renovated and I needed a new gym in the interim. I cannot say enough good things about my time spent at DFS. The programming is meticulously executed, the coaches are helpful, informative and CARE about the members and the work the members are putting into their fitness. I've so appreciated their extra assistance when I need a modification on a movement. I will really miss the workouts and the people when I head back to Cleveland in a few months! 10/10!!!!!!

Fantastic experience: Our whole household loves DFS! Since joining over 2 years ago, I have seen results that go beyond the gym. I had been bouncing around gyms and learning on my own for 5 or 6 years prior to finding DFS. Joining this gym was life changing. Here are a few of the benefits that have helped me the most: - trained and patient staff who ensure you’re lifting weight properly - Nick’s knowledge and guidance with different weight loss or strength goals - classes that feel like family - accountability If you are thinking about checking DFS out - you will not regret it!

Fantastic experience: Great place to get a solid workout in. Coaches are helpful and want you to crush goals. Highly recommend trying Nick’s programs out.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in the area.

Fantastic experience: Where to even begin? I've never really spent that much time in the gym because it was always intimidating to me. Most gyms I belonged to in the past had that meathead mentality that "if you can't lift at your max and set PRs every day, why are you even here bro?" That's not motivating to me. Especially because I'm not that guy and never will be. I also found myself in situations where there was little guidance in terms of proper lifting and form, and I was pretty much clueless. And then I reached out to DFS and as cliche as it sounds, it was life changing! Coach Nick and team made me feel welcomed and at ease from the get go. They took the time to listen to my story and learn about my goals. They walked me through each workout every step of the way, explaining each move and giving demos and mods when needed. Not once did I ever feel embarrassed to ask a question about a specific move, etc. That wasn't always the case at other gyms. I think what makes DFS so awesome is the support system within - coaches and members! Everyone is super friendly, helpful and supportive. Whether you're deadlifting 50lbs or 500lbs, they are always in your corner cheering you on! It's a great team environment and something I honestly did not expect to find at a gym! I've been a DFS member for a little over 2 years now and have made some pretty awesome strides by my standards, but I still have a long way to go. I plan on being a lifer at this gym because of the excellent workout plans, AWESOME COACHES, and the team atmosphere!! To sum it up, this experience has been life changing. It's motivated me in ways I never dreamed of and most importantly, it gave me the self-confidence that I never knew I had. There aren't enough words to describe just how awesome DFS is! Thanks coaches! Y'all are THE BEST!

Fantastic experience: Where do I even start? I started looking into gyms when I wanted to take my health seriously again two years ago. As most people know, starting a new fitness routine can be scary - especially when you have a serious anxiety disorder. But, when I walked in, I felt comfortable immediately, despite scary looking equipment and crazy strong people. But, Nick pronounced my name correctly and greeted me right away! To start, I couldn’t even do push ups. I started doing them on the highest side of a plyo box and even that was hard. I never felt intimidated or “less than” because of my starting point. I was so terrified and anxious of lifting that Nick had to drag me over to the barbell racks. Now, here I am able to do multiple pushups on the floor and throwing weight on the bars myself. If you would’ve told me I’d be able to do the things I can do today back then, I’d never have believed it. Nick, Chris, and the coaching team works with everyone individually even in a group setting, you’ll never feel like a just another client. There’s a lot of emphasis on doing the moves correctly and I always feel safe and guided. I always appreciate Nick’s no BS mindset too. No fads, no crazy programming (okay, seal walks still suck), just hard work and consistency is what you need to be successful - which, for me, is sustainable. Not only did I gain a heckuva lot of strength, but I got a whole bunch of confidence. Grateful for DFS!

Fantastic experience: I needed motivation and accountability; DFS provided both, plus more! Nick and Crew are phenomenal! Each coach brings something unique and special to the community and the environment. Beyond that, the programming is brilliant! It’s safe, makes sense, and challenging! Certainly, Nick and his coaches will walk you through if you’re hesitant, new, or anxious. But overall, you’ll walk away with confidence and your head held high! I can truly say, as a former D1A athlete, former CrossFitter, and avid “gym rat”, DFS truly is a gym and community that lives up to the name and even BEYOND- Devoted... Devoted to YOU the client, Devoted to YOUR physical and mental well-being, and Devoted to the BEST YOU you can be!

Fantastic experience: DFS is second to none! Nick and his coaching staff are professional, experienced, and highly dedicated to improving the health and overall fitness of every person who enters the gym. As a former collegiate athlete, I was looking for a gym that not only pushed me physically, but mentally as well. The workouts at DFS definitely get the job done! A year ago I tore my ACL and went through several months of physical therapy. I can honestly say that without the help of the coaches at DFS, I wouldn’t have had a speedy recovery, nor the strength or endurance I have today. Nick and his staff took my recovery seriously and got me back on track. If you’re willing to show up and put in the work, DFS will get you where you need to be! I am always impressed with how diligently Nick and his coaching staff work in order to bring the best workouts and a positive mindset into the gym every day. I couldn’t be more happy to be a part of such a solid community that is both highly motivating and encouraging of all health/fitness goals!

Fantastic experience: Coach Nick and staff are absolutely amazing!!! They are so supportive and encouraging and knowledgeable. They meet each individual where they are at in their personal fitness journey and have a challenging yet realistic plan to reach goals. Coach Nick and staff treat everyone with the same dignity and respect, and welcome people of all weights and fitness Levels as part of the DFS family. Thank you Coach Nick and DFS team!

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Fantastic experience: I have made more progress towards my fitness goals in 2 months going to DFS than I have made in 4+ years trying to do it on my own. I had persistent lower back issues for many years that would get in the way of doing certain lifts. Not only did Nick initially modify my workouts to prevent injury, he spent time teaching me how to do the lifts I couldn’t do before, and now I can do them pain free. I didn’t think I would ever be able to say that. Going to DFS has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. Side note: if you are nervous about going to a gym because you have no idea what you are doing, know that in addition to knowing his stuff, Nick is super welcoming and friendly. I felt like a part of the community from the start.

Fantastic experience: I'll put it this way, every individual I've seen show up to this gym with any consistency has shown dramatic results. Whether it's weight loss, muscle gain, or endurance fitness depends on the individuals goals, but if you're willing to put in the work, Nick and his team can help you achieve it. Excellent programming, personalized coaching and great atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: I have been going to this gym consistently for almost 5yrs now. Hands down, the best gym I've ever been to. Coach Nick knows what he's doing!!

Fantastic experience: Nick is a phenomenal coach. His programming is spot on for whatever your goal is. He makes sure the keep you fitter and stronger while also mitigating unnecessary risk for injuries. On top of this amazing gym is the community that he has built. It becomes a sense of family at the gym with everyone both pushing you to the limits while also watching out for you. I have tried a multitude of gyms both here and in previous states I have lived in and this is by far the best one!

Fantastic experience: I joined DFS about a year ago and it was the best decision I made for myself that year. Nick is a great coach and helps keep you motivated towards your fitness goals. The workouts are tough, but very rewarding. Overall, an A+ experience.

Fantastic experience: Amazing and knowledgeable trainers! Has all the equipment you need and more.

Fantastic experience: SO SO happy I made the leap to DFS! Nick has an unparalleled commitment to his members, and it shows...the programs work, the coaches are knowledgeable, and everyone is supportive. Come see for yourself!

Fantastic experience: People are welcoming, new location is great, workouts are always challenging and the coaches... Nick and Chris are awesome. DFS!!!

Fantastic experience: I had surgery on my ankle about 3 years ago and the recovery process just wasn't going the way I wanted. As a "Weekend Warrior" athlete I was beginning to lose hope that I would be able to get back to where I wanted. I knew I need some strength training to get my legs back in balance, but I found myself just poking around the gym without much of a plan or motivation. I decided to start working with Nick and I got way more than I bargained for - and I love it! No doubt you're going to work hard and sweat probably more than you are used to at your current gym because Nick is going to creates programs that are challenging (squats anyone?), always changing (typically about a 3 week rotation) and fun (sometimes we create our own conditioning programs on the fly). After working with Nick for nearly 3 years I can't believe how much money I wasted on local gym memberships. One of the best aspects of the gym is its community - it's encouraging, fun and competitive. There is a good balance of people in their 20s, 30s and 40s; male and female; beginner to advanced. If you're a beginner Nick will have you go through a "Foundations" class to get you through your initial soreness and acquainted with the basic movements. Some time slots are more in-demand than others, so until he gets some bigger space, you'll need to be proactive with scheduling and make sure that you don't skip because you're not in the mood.