Iron Tribe Fitness - Franklin

Fantastic experience: Before joining Iron Tribe, I had always been active working out with weights, playing sports, etc. However, after turning 60, lifting weights the old ways took too much time. More importantly, it took too long to warm up and lift weights (waiting for machines or equipment to free up). I decided to give Iron Tribe a try since it is near where I live. I love it! I have been working out there 3 mornings a week (only miss a few times because of work). It is perfect for me: a great mix of strength and muscle building with a nice pace to keep the aerobic at a steady-state intensity going and my heartrate steady at elevated level. Even more important, the class starts on time and ends on time (60 min including warming up, stretching to start and cooling down and stretching at the end). I get my workout “out of the way” (more like starting with a first win right out of the gate!), feeling good, and am ready for the rest of the day! I strongly recommend it. I am feeling good hitting 62 in a week and Iron Tribe is a big part of it. Cheers!!

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe has changed how I look at working out. Previously, working out was a chore and something I dreaded. Now it's just part of my routine, and something I look forward to (as much as you can look forward to a workout). The people there are amazing. Encouraging, kind, fun, and inspiring are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of the coaches and members I have gotten to know over the past 3 years. I have been challenged to do things I never knew I could do, and pushed to do things I don't always want to do, but know are good for me!

Fantastic experience: I can't say enough good things about Iron Tribe Fitness – it's truly a game-changer for anyone looking to stay consistent and see real results in their fitness journey. What I love most, and what keeps me coming back day after day, is the incredible combination of motivating coaches and an unparalleled community spirit!

Fantastic experience: Welcoming community, challenging workouts, and great coaching!

Fantastic experience: Best part of Iron tribe is the community and group accountability - working out with others that have similar goals makes you stronger and healthier, alongside the coaching and 1-1 meetings with the staff to assist with the nutrition and habit forming.

Fantastic experience: Love this place. Great coaches, team workouts, and lots of fun.

Fantastic experience: Doing a 30-day trial at Franklin Iron Tribe -It’s VERY impressive, the total design; from the workouts themselves, to the support of staff and fellow “exercisers”, really enjoying it so far!

Fantastic experience: The extra push you get from the coaches and the class atmosphere is what everyone should be doing. These guys are very professional and understanding of you fitness level.

Fantastic experience: Professional staff and enthusiastic clients, who together support and amplify the sense of community and esprit de corps of the gym. Everyone is there to improve themselves at their own pace of capability, via the guidance of the supportive instructors. ITF provides a great sense of focus and community, which can be found woefully lacking at other gym facilities in the area.

Fantastic experience: ITF has been so much fun & watching my strength and agility grow has been the payoff for some hard -fought time put in. The coaches are intentional, professional & kind while also pushing us to our max level! I’ve tried everything from cycling classes to body pump, boxing memberships to local gyms. Hands down this program is the best so far- and I’ve been exercising regularly for 30 + years! GO ITF

Fantastic experience: I feel I have officially turned back the clock. I have worked out for years ant various gyms and would always get hurt, leaving me with chiropractor, massage bills and even knee surgery. The coaches are so attentive they correct me 50 times to make sure I get it right and I can say this is my first gym experience I haven’t been Injured and onward with my progress! Thank you Iron Tribe Franklin!

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe Franklin is hands-down *the* best way to feel healthier, stronger, and more confident. The coaches and community have been a game changer.

Fantastic experience: IronTribe has amazing coaches, great people and is in a great location. There are people of all ages and fitness levels in the workouts because the coaches help you modify the workout to get the most out of it without risk of injury. I’ve had significant improvement in my fitness and body appearance at IronTribe compared to all my years at a regular gym and doing spin classes. IronTribe is the most well rounded workout I’ve found available in Nashville

Fantastic experience: Great coaches, tough but fun workouts, and the people at the gym are a great community.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely my favorite place to workout in my adult life.

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe has been a great addition to my life. The coaches are engaged and friendly. It’s obvious that they care about your success and long term health and wellness.

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe Franklin is a community of people working to physically better themselves. They are led by 4 great caring coaches who lead everyone to work together for their goals. It’s a gym for people of all ages and all physical abilities.

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe Franklin is amazing! I’ve never stuck with a workout program before, but the supportive coaches and community here have changed that. The coaches are encouraging, knowledgeable, and truly care about your success. The workouts are challenging yet fun—I’m hooked!

Fantastic experience: I am about to finish the 6 week Iron Tribe challenge and I can say challenge is definitely the right word! I thought I was in pretty good shape but this challenge and coaches and fellow participants have shown me a whole other level of fitness and they have encouraged me to continue to strive for that. At the end of each class I am exhausted but more than that proud of what I accomplished ...whatever that was! Thanks Iron Tribe let's finish strong

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe Fitness Franklin is a awesome gym with great coaches / trainers. The structure and accountability have been very effective in my pursuit of my health and fitness goals. Highly recommend them for any age or fitness level.

Fantastic experience: The trainers here are so awesome and kind. They personalize workouts for you to get the results that YOU want. They always work with you so that you get the best results. The community is amazing as well.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a member for a year and a half but I’ve been doing functional fitness for over 10 years. I’m a fan of the programming. The facility is nice and open with plenty of space. Friendly staff and classmates.

Fantastic experience: Coaches are knowledgeable and supportive!

Fantastic experience: Best gym ever! Coaches and athletes are all supportive and encouraging for you to meet your personal goals. Dropped 2 sizes!! Healthier and stronger than I have ever been!

Positive experience: I've never been a "gym girl"; at other gyms, the equipment felt intimidating, and it was so much work just figuring out how each machine worked, which weight to put on, how to put it on, etc. I LOVE Iron Tribe. Great workouts; coaches walk you through every exercise, some with weights, some isometric, some bands, some cardio, and there's a team vibe ("tribe") that works! And everyone there is like me - trying to stay healthy, keep what's good, and work what's not. I look forward to the workouts! Who knew!

Fantastic experience: If there were more than five stars, I would give more than five stars! This location is by far the best! Coop and Chris are always on their game! Thank you for always being there! This gym is a lifesaver!

Fantastic experience: The coaches are competent and helpful. They treat me with respect and truly care about my well-being. Great place to get in shape.

Fantastic experience: I was able to change the look of my body with this program faster and easier than anything else and i've tried ALOT if different programs. The workouts are quick, the coaches are attentive and the accountability is key for me.

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe provides consistent, positive feedback and a fantastic community. The coaches are experts in their fields, kind, and professional.

Fantastic experience: I have been at IT Franklin for a year now. My goal was to lose weight but maintain muscle mass, being in my 50s that is hard to do. Coach Austin set me up to strengthen my weakest body parts. He also put me on a nutrition path and we have weekly checkins to enforce behavior. While in class the coaches are checking for form and pushing you to build weight safely. Currently I am down 16 pounds of fat with no muscle loss, clothes fit better and I enjoy my fitness routine now more than ever. Looking to lose another 14 in the next 12 months.

Fantastic experience: Best thing my wife and I have done in 20 + years….we are two months in and could not have had a better experience! She had never been in a gym, and I had not been in decades…we have lost weight, added muscle, and as important regained range of motion from a knee surgery… Long way to go, but we are hooked…Every coach has been patient, knowledgeable, encouraging and just plain nice people….no matter what stage your conditioning, this is an awesome place!

Fantastic experience: I just wanted to take a few minutes and share the amazing experience I’ve had since starting this challenge at Iron Tribe Fitness. All of the trainers have been so helpful and friendly. I have learned a lot about nutrition during this experience also. It hasn’t been easy, but it has been so worth it. I have never felt better since starting this. I have more energy and my blood pressure and cholesterol have both improved. I actually look forward to going each time. Thanks for everything Iron Tribe!

Fantastic experience: Amazing atmosphere and coaches who help guide and mentor you. I was pushed towards my goals and never felt any kind of stress or anxiety. Cannot recommend this gym enough.

Fantastic experience: This has been my first 6 weeks at Iron Tribe, they are friendly, they help you stay on track to achieve your fitness goals whether it be weight loss, muscle gains or both. I appreciate that they spend the time to explain best workout and diet methods and answer all your questions. If you are thinking about joining a gym that focuses on fitness classes (they have both small group or large group options) I would absolutely give Iron Tribe a try!

Fantastic experience: I am happy to have found Iron Tribe Fitness of Franklin. I tried to get in shape on my own but nothing really worked. I'm a 47 year old man and have lost about 30 pounds and my body fat percentage dropped from 25% to 14.8% in less than 18 months. I used to feel sluggish every afternoon and didn't have much energy, and going up 3 flights of stairs to my office would get me out of breath. Now that the trainers at Iron Tribe Fitness of Franklin have worked with me on nutrition I have energy in the afternoons and going up the stairs is no problem. Plus they are cool people to workout with, working out with people sure does make working out more fun and adds accountability to show up and motivation to finish the workout. I would never grind it out by myself in the garage. My first week there I felt like I was gonna pass out, my first month I was sore everyday and the workouts were hard. But after about a month I quit dreading them and now I look forward to going- the workouts still are hard but you get used to them and they become fun, the hardest part is starting. It's the start that stops most.

Fantastic experience: I love this place! It has taken me to a new level in my workouts. This team is truly outstanding at what they do and that’s what makes it so enjoyable.

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere even better personalized workouts! Can not recommend this place more for Franklin locals entering in their fitness journey!

Fantastic experience: I'm just getting started with my program, but my interactions and classes so far have been excellent. I've been to gyms before where it feels like they're going through the motions and that's not the case here.

Fantastic experience: I went to Iron Tribe for 3 years and had to take a break for medical reasons. I’m back, and so happy to be in the community that is so rich at Iron Tribe. You feel seen and known there. It’s a fantastic gym with personal attention and fun group classes that motivate you to go beyond what you’d do alone. I love it!

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe has been instrumental in helping and inspiring me to create a healthier lifestyle. In the beginning there were so many days where I didn’t feel like I had the time or energy to workout but then I reminded myself that all I have to do is show up. Just drive myself to the gym. That was the mindset I had until it became something I wanted to do and look forward to doing. If I don’t get enough workouts in within a week I really miss it and everyone at the gym. The coaches are all awesome, they really know what they are doing, they create great workout plans. I’m super thankful for Iron Tribe and everyone there.

Fantastic experience: I cannot express enough what the group of coaches has meant to me over the last 5 months. They have been nothing but positive, supportive and fun, even when I would get off-track with my food. They are constantly showing ways to improve and challenge myself, my habits and my mindset. They always have an alternative move if the one you’re supposed to do doesn’t work out for you. Everyone there has the same goal - to be healthy, so everyone is working hard at their own pace. The coaches are so good, you almost feel like their only client. It’s a fun atmosphere where you feel like you're working out with friends.

Fantastic experience: Such a fun and friendly place to work out. I love how it’s easily customized to my own pace

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe is the best, and ITF-Franklin is the best of the best. Located in a historic firehouse in downtown Franklin it is much more intimate than big box gyms while being much nicer and well maintained than other crossfit type facilities. The Coaches are invested in you and your goals whether that's losing weight, building muscle, or simply establishing a new fitness regime. Join Our Tribe! I've been a member here for five years now. This is the most consistent I've been with a workout regime in my life and I credit ITF, the coaches and our incredible community for the sustained results.

Fantastic experience: Love this place and people! Great workouts and fun / challenging

Fantastic experience: Love our coaches and their intentionality with helping us stay healthy. They always focus on form and going through movements before exercises and are super encouraging.

Fantastic experience: What do I like about Iron Tribe Franklin? There are really too many things to list, but mainly it is such a great group of coaches and members. I always feel like I am just spending time with my friends when I am getting my workout done. Everyone is supportive and wants to see you succeed and that has been really important in keeping me motivated to continue down my fitness path. I would recommend Iron Tribe Franklin to anyone that wants to have fun and be a part of a great community while also working on their fitness goals.

Fantastic experience: Great coaches and a great camaraderie among members

Fantastic experience: I met Austin a month before Iron Tribe Franklin opened when i walked by the construction and was curious about this new facility in downtown Franklin. I explained to him that i had 2 total shoulder replacements in a 3 year period and my goal was to be healthy and in shape without wearing out the new joints. I had taken physical therapy as far as i could take it and was ready for the first step toward getting healthy. When i first began i couldn't do a push up from my knees and now a year later i'm able to do 9 sets of 10 from the full plank position without shoulder pain. The coaches have helped me improve my fitness and nutrition and i love the community of Iron Tribe. As a result, at the age of 55, i'm in the best shape of my life. I owe this to the program, my coaches, their patience and their encouragement.

Fantastic experience: Great place to get back in shape The team at iron tribe really cares and works around previous injuries or limitations Greg

Fantastic experience: This gym is a good workout and a good place to meet neighbors too.

Fantastic experience: One of the most transformatiomal.experiences of my life.

Fantastic experience: Love Iron Tribe. The coaches, the people. The results! I have been going for 2 years now and I still look forward to my workouts.

Fantastic experience: This gym offers an unparalleled culture that fosters both community and growth. The coaching from Justin, Dave, Kasper, and Austin is exceptional—they’ve personally helped me achieve life-changing results over the years. Their focused workouts push you beyond your limits, presenting challenges that you’re always happy to tackle. This gym isn't just a place to exercise; it's a transformative experience led by some of the best coaches around.

Fantastic experience: Four years ago (to the day!) I joined Iron Tribe Franklin, thinking I was making a fitness decision. I had no idea I was also making decisions around community, mental health, lifestyle, and now a part of my career! The coaching is unmatched. I've become so much more confident and stronger, and I'm amazed at what my body can do compared to 4 years ago. I sound like a cheeseball saying this, but it feels more like family than a gym. I'm so thankful.

Fantastic experience: I love the coaches. They are extremely attentive during class and engage one-on-one for instruction and accountability. They will hold me to a standard based on what I am capable of and keep expecting me to grow. Knowing that helps me push harder each workout and make better choices outside of class. I also like the challenges! They add fun throughout the year and can help lift me out of a rut to make more progress than I would without it. Lastly, I'm amazed at how the program can gather people at all different levels and challenge each of them at every class. I have never been physically active before. I'm learning techniques and how much I can do (being called an athlete for the first time in my life)! At the same time, I'm in class with people who have been training for years. This gives me inspiration, helps me set goals, and reminds me that this is for life. I'll get there too, with time and effort.

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe is a true tribe of people. Everyone cares about you as an individual. Always a great workout. Highly recommend becoming a member. Frank the Tank Tribe is the best!

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe is for anyone. This was a journey into fitness for me, I have never been part of a gym before, the part where I showed up and actually worked out. It’s community workouts that work for me. I’m motivated by the togetherness, the quality of membership , the accountability from caring coaches and mostly the results not just physical but lifestyle changes. Also, when I say results, I can finally put my bigger cousins in figure four leg locks and make them tap out like Ric Flair Woooo! Why I’m here? I’m a fitter person surrounded by great people and they unlocked new motivations within me.

Fantastic experience: I got convinced to join the 6 week partner challenge by a couple friends. Looking at myself on the scale and mirror was not something I was proud of and I know I needed a drastic change. I literally went from a desk job, sedentary lifestyle to working out 3+ times a week. At the initial consult, they used a state-of-the-art InBody scale to measure body composition which broke down my body into water, fat and muscle/tissue. The results were embarrassing to say the least. They also gave me an easy-to-follow food chart. I was on a steady diet of chips and Coca-Cola and cheeseburgers and was dismayed to see that those were not on the list. ;) The first three weeks of 101 classes did a great job of teaching the proper technique and easing you into the rigors of "big kid" classes. After just 3 weeks I had dropped 12.5 lbs and fat and gained 2.7 lbs of muscle! The results were shocking because I was constantly full from all the food I was eating. Turns out that chips and soda was not fueling my body properly. The final 3 weeks were looming over my head with the anticipation of being mocked by all the people in class that were more fit than I was. I feared I would not be able to complete the exercises and feel defeated. While the classes were difficult and my reps were generally 1/2 of the rest of the class, the instructors were encouraging and helped me to scale reps and weights to my current ability level. Classes were easy to schedule on the app and they had tons of diversity. It would be very difficult to get bored here. I burned about 400-600 calories in each 45 minute class. One day I did back-to-back classes! The app is also nice if you want at home or on-the-road workouts. They have a break-down with video instruction by an ITF coach. The coaches were all friendly, engaging, funny and sometimes quippy. They were all very professional and handled everyone well to keep things moving and not allow too many distractions by the class. I never once felt that I wasn't yelled at and any corrections they made with my form was done quietly so the rest of the class didn't hear it. My final results according to InBody: Fat loss: 22.9lbs Muscle gained: 3.1lbs Positives: 1. Friendly and professional staff 2. Good communications 3. Intuitive app for scheduling and at-home workouts 4. Fun and competitive environment 5. Convenient location 6. Flexible workout times 7. Well-organized, diversified workouts 8. Challenging but not impossible/scalable workouts 9. No lunks Negatives: 1. If you are not on Facebook you may lose some content/communication as they have a private Facebook group. 2. The app could use some upgrades. Maybe add a social function instead of using facebook? 3. I felt the meal plan was over-simplified and would have liked a more detailed version for nerds like me. I ended up using MyFitnessPal to log food to make sure I wasn't eating too many calories. My coach was good at letting me know his opinion on items not on the meal chart. 4. Sometimes coach text messages take a long time to get a response

Fantastic experience: Love it here! The vibe is awesome, coaches are so knowledgeable and supportive. Workouts are challenging but move quickly and are most importantly fun! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe has such a unique environment, different than any I've experienced in group classes. They simultaneously push you to give 110% while also providing flexibility in the workouts to allow you to participate at your own level of fitness. At my particular Iron Tribe location, I love seeing different body types and athletic abilities. And regardless of one's athletic abilities, both participants and coaches alike offer a consistent level of support and comradery. It feels like a family, and makes me look forward to workouts.

Fantastic experience: All coaches promote a supportive culture. All coaches are very knowledgeable regarding programming, movements, form and safety. My coach, Kasper Axtell, has shown an absolute sincere investment in my fitness journey. Kasper communicates with confidence and humility, responds immediately to any of my inquiries, meets 1-on-1 any day of the week, does not hesitate to hold me accountable and dials the programming specific to my goals.

Fantastic experience: Iron Tribe Franklin has been a life changer for me. I found a place that I truly enjoy going to each day to better myself and support others. The coaching is hands down the best you will ever get so you can meet and exceed whatever fitness goals you have in mind regardless of your age or athletic ability. The atmosphere is fun and supportive, and you will meet some great people as well.

Fantastic experience: My goal when I joined Iron Tribe Franklin last October was simply to feel stronger and not set limits for myself. Well, in a few quick months, I have been rewarded with so much more. The Iron Tribe fitness approach is just the right combination of expert instruction, individual modification, personal motivation, and unbelievable confidence boosting. I have been encouraged to set and accomplish personal goals without limits. The classes are challenging with lots of support in place to allow me to be successful. Fellow members are so encouraging and make me feel like a part of a team. I look forward to starting my day in such a positive way. I am stronger, healthier, and happier, not to mention three sizes smaller! Thanks Austin, Jon, Kasper, Samantha, and all my fellow “Tribers”!

Positive experience: Didn't join up so I really can't say if it was worth it. The guy running it was nice and knowledgeable but I didn't like the program and I didn't like the price. Wanted a place to workout and not be placed on a diet even though I may need one.

Fantastic experience: The coaches have been great! They are working carefully with me through an injury and a hard first day I had training. I’m getting stronger and feel better after each work out. I appreciate the positive attitude of the clients, it is just a great environment all the way around. Best location is Downtown Franklin!!!

Fantastic experience: The coaches are motivating, caring, knowledgeable! the atmosphere is supportive. You will def be noticeably impacted by the program in positive ways. I stuck strict to their meal template & took learned some exercises home w/ me. Lost over 40 lbs in 6 weeks. Just come work hard and do what they say! You cant unlearn the experience there, it will propel you forward on your journey.

Fantastic experience: Love this place. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great gym if you're serious about getting into better shape.

Fantastic experience: Excellent! Everything hurts but it was a fantastic article.

Negative experience: I fell for some online deal and came to a promotional event here. It was very uncomfortable. I wanted to ask one question about the hours that workouts were available before investing time in their cultish, high-pressure sales show. They wouldn't answer my question. One person actively hid from me to force me to attend the sales pitch. It would have been better if they had taken a moment to answer my question and qualify me as a potential customer instead of wasting my time. I guess I should have known from the name - there is truth to their branding. If you want to be cajoled and peer pressured through your workouts, this place is for you.

Fantastic experience: I just finished my six week challenge at Iron Tribe and I couldn't recommend this place enough! I had not worked out consistently since way before my two year old was born and I was a little nervous to begin, but committing to these last six weeks was the best gift I could have ever given myself. I feel absolutely amazing and I managed to get rid of twenty pounds of fat while having fun with some amazing people every week. This place is so much more than a gym, it is truly a community! They have really fostered such a wonderful atmosphere of support and fellowship here and I am so happy I was able to experience it. The coaches are so down to earth, knowledgeable, and make the classes fun. I was so impressed by their commitment to making sure everyone used proper form and their willingness to offer alternatives if you needed to scale back for any reason. Never in my life did I ever expect to enjoy and look forward to working out, but here I am doing that in six short weeks. This place is amazing and can transform your life if you are willing to put in the work.

Fantastic experience: As I reflect on the last few weeks I am encouraged by the changes I have seen. I set out this year to get in the best shape of my life and I quickly hit a plateau of working longer hours, eating what was quick and easy, and not making enough time for myself and my health. About 3 months ago Tab and I started a whole revamp and plan, eating the right way and taking time for us and time at the gym. Then 6 weeks ago Travis invited me to IronTribe for a 6 week challenge. I accepted but to show the determination to make major changes this year I stayed on with my normal workout routine with Tab at night and mornings with Travis, sometimes doing daily doubles. Yes, it was exhausting and yes I loved the feeling of improving my health. There were days I needed encouragement, there were days I encouraged others. I am grateful for the experience and for all the coaches motivation along the way. I understand the community behind this brand, it makes you want back for more. Most Importantly, Thank you Tabitha for all of the encouragement, meal preps, early mornings, hectic schedules and travel, I could not do it without you. I look forward to see where this year takes us, thank you for being my rock. I had never been a group gym person, I was independent and wanted to go by myself at my pace. This class gives you the independence, motivation and education on the RIGHT way to do the exercises. Thank you again to all the coaches, the 'what do you want to get out of this' means they listen and dont have a 1 size fits all approach.

Fantastic experience: Well our group just finished our six week fitness challenge at ITF and I am so sad that it is over. This has been such an amazing journey. I came in to this to take my health and fitness to the next level and find a place to be surrounded by great people. I have been blown away by the coaches and the people in our group. The coaches are amazing and we have made so many new friends! I highly recommend trying a challenge if you are looking for something to kickstart your journey. I am so thankful for the last six weeks. #itfranklin #whyitribe

Fantastic experience: #strongertogether; this could not be more true. I have never been naturally good at athleticism. In fact, PE was always my nightmare growing up. I was more of a music and arts girl. But thanks to my friend Meredith and God responding to my prayers of getting healthy again after an eight and a half year journey of motherhood, I have pushed myself further than I thought I could. It did not come without its bouts of intimidation, but that was the perfectionist in me wanting to be as good as everyone else. I'm having to learn to just be the best version of me. The coaches and fellow tribe members were nothing but encouraging. I've made new friends and reconnected with old ones. I've also remembered how important it is for me mentally to be working out again. I was never really out of shape until after my two precious girls arrived in this world. Becoming a mom has been the greatest joy and purpose in my life, but it has also come with some of the greatest loss, grief, and depression of my life. While irontribe is super challenging, it has been a time to focus on me again. To rise above the challenge, to gain health, encouragement, friendship, and self respect. To know that I am worth fighting for. To be an example to my girls. Because we are made to do hard things. We are beautiful and need to believe in ourselves. #itffranklin

Fantastic experience: About six weeks ago I was scrolling though my newsfeed and saw a post by Brandon Butler about the Team challenge at iron tribe. I had been wanting to get back in the gym, and thought the challenge may provide the motivation to get me over the hump of starting a new routine. Not only did this prove to be true, but so much more. Austin Dubberly and the entire coaching staff at iron tribe franklin go above and beyond, not only providing instruction and guidance in the gym, but sharing their knowledge and giving you the tools to ensure your nutrition is where it needs to be to maximize your results. Over the past few weeks I have managed to drop about 6.5% body fat while gaining about 6lbs of muscle mass and I owe it all to the staff and community at iron tribe. This process has reminded me why I loved weight training to begin with, and made me realize just how much better you feel when you are physically active. I highly recommend iron tribe to anyone who is interested in becoming their best self. #itffranklin #whyitribe

Fantastic experience: Nearly a year and a half ago, I was chasing a one year old around the house and my wife was pregnant with our 2nd. I had just turned 30 and having a hard time keeping up with Ann Marie, as it hit me hard that if I wanted these times to last as long as possible, I needed to focus on being a better me. An ad for a local gym opening in Franklin peaked my interest. A fellow by the name of Austin Dubberly reached out to me and quickly convinced me to give it a shot. He threw me into a 101 Iron Tribe Fitness class immediately following our discussion that day. I had no idea this Austin guy and his fellow coaches were soon going to be such a big part of my daily life. Since joining Iron Tribe Fitness that day I have become a stronger, faster, healthier, and an overall better version of myself. Kasper Axtell, Jon Schumm, and Austin Dubberly have always pushed me and told me that if I buy in, the system would work, and the results would come. Over 30lbs and 10% body fat later, I am continuing to reap the rewards daily. When you join a gym, the physical aspect is always something you expect to come, however I had no idea the mental clarity and overall wellness aspect that coincides with it. Lower stress at work, less headaches, and such a better overall quality of life. On top of changing my life physically and mentally, Iron Tribe has accepted me into a culture like no other. The friendships and relationships I have made at ITF make each every day that much more enjoyable. There is no better way to start the day, and somehow this group of amazing people make sweating at 5am & 6am enjoyable. The coaches at Iron Tribe are second to none. Hand written congratulations letters, random texts checking in on me if I miss a class, and even making me send photos to them of my meal prep on their day off, are just a few examples of how they truly care and hold me accountable. The athletes and classmates around me are genuinely excited about myself and others making gains towards personal goals, as we all strive to be better together. This testimonial is my attempt to help share my overall satisfaction and enjoyment that I have experienced since joining Iron Tribe. I still have many goals and challenges to overcome, but I am now more confident than ever, thanks to Iron Tribe, that I will be able to achieve them. #itffranklin #whyitribe

Fantastic experience: Love Iron Tribe and all it has taught me! The coaches are great, the workouts are intense and the people that I have met have been fantastic! I now know how to lift weights properly and get the most out of a workout in a short period of time. I can’t wait to see where this Iron Tribe adventure takes me next!

Fantastic experience: I joined Iron Tribe Franklin after a few months of talking back and forth with a neighbor and existing member. The piece of our conversation that stuck with me most and ultimately drove me to join was that the coaches take the time to understand what is important to you and then help hold you accountable to a plan to help you achieve it. As someone who has always played sports but never been a big fan of going to the gym to work out, I look forward to getting up every morning and starting my day at Iron Tribe. This is in large part to the coaches. They are very encouraging and educational in their approach, which make the classes fitting for people of all fitness levels. They have also fostered a sense of community with the membership group that is very encouraging of one another. In addition to seeing physical results, I’m having more fun than I ever have when it comes to being in a gym. I can’t say enough good things about this gym and the coaches that lead us every day. Check it out and you won’t be disappointed that you did.

Fantastic experience: My friend Cass would not stop harrassing me about iron tribe. If you know her she is very persistent and she genuinely seemed to have a completely new outlook on fitness. I caved in and was instantly hooked. When I started irontribe I was running marathons, training on my own. What ITF gave me was new perspective on what it means to be healthy. I love my new found strength and more importantly it brought me back to my competitive sports days of being surrounded by a team who was in it together and vested in each other's results. While this is what gets me back day in and day out I do love how I just show up and do not have to think about my workout. I just do the workout on the board and we're out in 45 minutes: warm up, workout and stretching. This is priceless for a working mom.

Fantastic experience: I'm not a badass. I still have sad memories of "running" a mile in 6th grade or failing to climb a rope. But as an adult, I've put in miles, many of them. I've lifted weights, heavy enough. I've never really dug deep for intensity, but I've worked harder than I ever thought I could at age 12. And then I met the Iron Tribe Challenge. And *now* I've worked harder and been more intense than ever before in my life. The camaraderie of the classes helped me work harder; the exercises helped me work smarter. I'm definitely stronger than I have been in several years, and I'm feeling pretty motivated to be an ever better (maybe even badass?) version of myself. I've even high-fived a couple of times. The coaches are encouraging, the exercises are scalable for every ability level and age. I appreciated relearning the correct way to do the key movements, and I appreciated the ability work around injuries. It's such a good team; I feel very lucky to have been a part of this experience.

Fantastic experience: Coming near the end of my 6 week challenge. :( Loved (almost) every minute of it. I feel stronger then I have in decades, and I can jump rope again! This is a great gym with great trainers who never made me feel any less of an athlete even when I had to modify. I highly recommend Iron tribe! #ITFF

Fantastic experience: If you want the best coaches, the best workouts, the best teammates then this is your place! I started going to Iron Tribe Franklin 1 year ago. The coaches are supportive, helpful and truly care about their athletes. I used to get bored of doing the same workouts over and over, but not at Iron Tribe. Each day is a new challenge! I have met so many incredible people along the way. Everyone is supportive! and caring. Everyone goes at their own pace and tries their best. Iron Tribe Fitness has give me physical strength, emotional strength and has truly changed my life!

Fantastic experience: Easily the best experience I have had in a group fitness setting. The workouts are great, the coaches are amazing and very helpful. I feel SO strong after only five weeks so far

Fantastic experience: The team challenge has been crazy, fun, difficult and inspiring. I love the sense of community and the trainers are no joke. They focus on technique and keep it fun and ever changing. I have had a great experience and love my tribe at Franklin! #itffranklin

Fantastic experience: 5 weeks ago I started Iron Tribe Fitness. I was so nervous I couldn’t sleep the night before. Weight gain and has been an issue since I turned 40. Was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s when I was about 47-even the new thyroid medicine wasn’t helping. Extra weight taxes your body! I was going to the gym on my own 5 days a week and kept gaining. In January I cut out gluten and dairy because I was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis.( highly suggest everyone to do this- it made a big difference in my health and weight) It was hard to get out of bed in the morning. Fast forward to Iron Tribe... I have lost a healthy pound a week and gained over a pound of muscle. I feel GREAT! I have an incredible amount of energy. The coaches are there to direct and encourage. It’s not all about the workout you also get help with diet and nutrition-a complete fitness program. Other team members motivate you to push beyond your limits! I am doing things I never thought I’d ever do again like run a mile, do a double under jump roping, burpees and bear crawls. BTW don’t let that scare you... it’s crazy what your body is capable of -remember I have psoriatic arthritis and had trouble getting out of bed. Thank you to the staff at Iron Tribe for an incredible 5 weeks of training. Thank you My dear friend Laurel for inviting me- you have been my inspiration! My oldest son gets married this weekend and my arms will definitely look better in the dress I am wearing GO TRIBE!

Fantastic experience: Craig I joined IronTribe in January 2017. Growing up I was always involved in sports and I was a cross-country and track athlete in high school and college. At the time I assumed I would always be in great shape, but 15 years and 3 kids later, this was no longer the case (see first photo from the day I joined IronTribe). One AM after finding yet another suit that needed to be let out I grew frustrated and responded to an IronTribe Franklin advertisement. Austin Dubberly reached out quickly and soon thereafter convinced me to join IronTribe. I’m so glad he did. 18 months later I am down 40 LBS and my body fat has decreased by 60% ( see second photo taken after the nashville half marathon in April 2018) Prior to IronTribe I attempted a number of exercise programs on my own but I could never make it stick. At IronTribe Franklin we have amazing coaches and an environment that is second to none. I don’t get up early every morning because I need to exercise to loose weight. I get up because it’s fun, rewarding, and always a highlight in my day. Fellow athletes have become friends and it’s a great outlet for my competitive streak. If your looking to take charge of your health and fitness reach out to Austin Dubberly like I did. When people consider IronTribe there are common objections. It is expensive is the big one and this was my greatest concern. It is true... IronTribe is expensive, but when you consider the value received I think it’s an amazing deal. Before IronTribe I used to get 3-4 migraines a week. Today I get less than 3 a month. This on top of my overall health improvement has reduced the cost of my health care and insurance premiums to the point I am net positive. #itffranklin #teamchallenge Meredith I started Iron Tribe last August...My husband had been going to IT for 8 months and I had seen a complete transformation in his lifestyle- eating better, weight loss, muscle gain and just felt better all around. I have always been active in some way with sports , teaching aerobics in college and going to the gym. But when I had my three girls I found myself out of the habit. I couldn’t stay committed to any one thing, I was always tired and eating whatever was quick and easy. I got to point that I was ready for a change. My husband convinced me to try IT and once I started I was hooked! I love how the workouts change everyday and it takes the thinking out of what to do when you go to the gym. I love our coaches and the encouragement they give me in class and when meeting outside of class on my nutrition. I love the accountability they give and are there to help whenever you need it! The people I have met have been amazing and I love having a “tribe” to workout with each week! I feel better in my own skin then I have in a long time..stronger and more energy to keep up with my three active girls! #itffranklin #teamchallenge #whyitribe

Fantastic experience: I’ve been an athlete of some sort my entire life. Mostly as a runner, dancer and gym rat. But a year ago I realized I was not as strong or dedicated as I used to be. It had been almost 2 years since my last 1/2 marathon and I hadn’t even run a mile. I realized I wasn’t really feeling like myself and it was time for a change. I made the choice to take back control of my fitness and took the plunge with Iron Tribe. BEST choice I ever made!! I have to admit that I was a bit intimidated by the moves, equipment and even the thought of what I might be doing but I buckled up, dug in and gave it everything I had. And not only am I stronger than I’ve ever been, I have become part of a true community!! My IT community is supportive, dedicated and inspiring!! Age, size and fitness levels are not hurdles but are celebrated!!! We support each other, build each other up and push each other to be our absolute best. Every time I walk through those doors I know I am exactly where I need to be!!! I love my Tribe!!! #itffranklin

Fantastic experience: I have really enjoyed being a part of Iron Tribe Franklin. I am the type of person that finds it difficult to motivate myself to exercise. I know the benefits, but I am a really good negotiator and I can always find a good reason to wait until later and then later never comes. The coaches and other members at Iron Tribe help me keep that commitment to myself and push to always improve

Fantastic experience: I am a mother of an energetic 2 year old. I am a wife, daughter, sister, friend and full time employee. I have stretchmarks, imperfections, and yes life happened and I gained some weight. Like a lot of us, I somehow stopped taking the time to take care of myself and focused on the whirl wind of life and everyone else in it. Then my mom told me about a six week challenge at Iron Tribe. I was hesitant to be 'selfish' and take even more time away from my daughter and family to go to the gym. However, I was thrilled to find out there were multiple class time options that fit into my schedule. They also offer a "travel" workout that can be accomplished in any gym hotel that helped to keep me on track. In just 5 short weeks, #itffranklin and the amazing coaching staff has helped me find the strong, confident, energetic person I had neglected. I have found a new strength that is not selfish at all but in fact has turned me into a better mom, wife, daughter, friend and employee. The always changing workouts, coaching staff, and new friendships I've formed makes going to the gym something i look forward to. Thank you tribe for helping me find my best version on me! #thisiswhyitribe

Fantastic experience: I found Irontribe about a year and a half ago when I was looking for a new challenge. The coaches here are amazing, the workouts can be adapted to fit anyone’s workout goals and I’ve been pushed to try things I never thought I could do. Plus the music is usually good too. I love this tribe and I love this game!!! #itffranklin #tribeon

Fantastic experience: Get Healthy! What do you do when you are in your early fifties, perimenopause, gaining unwanted weight and extremely tired? You join IronTribe Fitness! I went in telling Austin (my coach) my goal of being healthy, having energy, losing weight (maybe, at least not gaining) and finding a fitness program Steve (my husband) would do with me. Eight months later we are still going strong. I am stronger, I have more energy, and yes, I have lost some weight! Not to mention the great coaching team at IronTribe! Austin, Kasper, Jon, and Samantha are encouraging and genuinely care about your success. Thank you IronTribe for helping me get my quality of life back! If you want to learn how IronTribe can help you, schedule a meeting.

Fantastic experience: Five weeks ago I started a six week challenge at Iron Tribe Fitness. Honestly I thought it would be terrible and I was pretty nervous but knew I needed to get a workout regimen started and get a better overall grasp on my nutrition. After 5 weeks I already feel so much better and stronger. I also love that I have coaches willing to help make sure I am feeding my body with the proper nutrition to make me stronger physically and mentally. This has been such an amazing experience and I am so glad my brother convinced me to be on his team throughout this challenge.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been attending Iron Tribe Franklin since the beginning of January after several months of my wife trying to convince me to join her at a class. I’m so glad I finally signed up because this is the first time in my life I have ever enjoyed working out. The coaches are amazing at what they do, from helping you improve your technique, to coaching you on your health and nutrition. Whatever your health and fitness goals are, they will work with you to help you achieve them. The results I’ve seen in myself, and the encouragement from this amazing community and group of coaches keeps me coming back!

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Iron Tribe for only 5 weeks now after my husband convinced me to participate with the 6 week transformation challenge. Honestly I was skeptical, and I did not expect to enjoy it as much as I have. Some days I'm so tired after work and all I want to do is take a nap. But I drag myself to the gym and always end up having fun and leaving with more energy. The coaches are awesome and take a special interest in each athlete, knowing and greeting everyone by name. In just the first 3 weeks, I've gained muscle mass and my body fat percentage has decreased 2%. The workouts are challenging, fun, and effective, and I can't wait to see what my results are at the 6 week mark and beyond. I think I'm hooked!

Fantastic experience: I joined Iron Tribe about a year ago, and I can easily say that this has been the best gym I've ever been a part of. My competitive nature has always tried to move through motions quickly to compete with others, only to find myself with injury shortly after. The coaches here (Austin Dubberly, Kasper Axtell, Jon Schumm, Sarah Taylor and Samantha have always focused on technique and progression through scale. As a result I've had personal records in most weightlifting, my fastest mile time since maybe ever, and most importantly I carried my child through the airport yesterday with a suitcase and huge backpack with ease. PS - my classmate athletes are THE BEST. I'm challenged by their athleticism and focus and I'm told "good job" about 20 times before 6a.m. I've become good friends with many there and I feel more like I'm with family than a gym. Thanks all for being my drive, therapy, and comedy hour wrapped into one.

Fantastic experience: 4 weeks ago I was invited to participate in a 6 week challenge at Iron Tribe Fitness. I have been attending classes mainly in Franklin, but I have had the privilege of spending some time with the Brentwood tribe as well. I will be honest, I was a little apprehensive at first. I was afraid of being the only one out of shape and afraid of failure. I remember seeing the quote "do something today that your future self will thank you for" at dinner the same day I was invited to the challenge. I have known for a while that I needed to make adjustments, but life got in the way and I made excuses. After reading that quote, it was time for me to do something. It has not been easy, but it has been SO worth it! I am grateful for the coaches taking the time during 101 to teach us all the proper techniques. I still have a love/hate relationship with Turkish Get-Ups, but we will get there! :) Austin, Samantha, Kasper, Evelyn, Jon, Joshua, Kari, Rabon, and Jason: you all are amazing at what you do! The nutritional aspect of ITF has been a huge added bonus. I went home for the first time, in almost a month for Mother's Day. The reaction I received from my family and friends was priceless! I feel better physically, mentally, and emotionally. The people I have met through this challenge are the real MVP’s! My heart is full!

Fantastic experience: I attended my first Iron Tribe class a little over a year ago and was immediately hooked. The coaches at ITF Franklin are amazing supporters in helping you reach your fitness goals and are always so encouraging. They are THE best! The workouts combined with the nutrition coaching have been life changing for me. I feel so much stronger and better equipped to make healthy choices. The community of people I have met along the way have become like family, and I love how we cheer each other on and celebrate one another when we reach our goals. I love this Tribe!

Fantastic experience: When my friend Lisa Florian told me about an upcoming Iron Tribe Fitness Challenge, I knew I needed to dive in. I had been attending a different gym the prior year, and experienced major setbacks when I was flattened with illness which was then followed by injury. Six months of hard work and progress seemed to fly out the window, and I had become discouraged. My discouragement was magnified by the fact that I had turned 50 in February, 2017, and it seemed like nearly overnight everything about my physique started to change. I knew something had to change and that it had to come from within myself…that I had to make myself a priority again and be very intentional about taking care of ME. Here I was, a former D1 athlete, getting up in the morning and limping around my house because my feet hurt so badly it was hard to walk. With so many issues in my life spinning entirely outside of my control, I felt this was the one thing I could do that was within my ability to control. My thoughts were along these lines; ‘I can control showing up and giving an effort to a workout’, ‘I can control what I put into my body to nourish and fuel it’, ‘I can control my outlook and attitude’, and ‘I can set incremental goals and eventually reach the larger ones’ and most importantly ‘I can control how I model overcoming adversity for my children’ who range in ages from 11 to 24...six of them. So with much optimism and only a moderate level of confidence at best I set out to be a part of Team Fancy and the Iron Tribe Franklin Fitness Challenge. My first In Body Measurement session nearly led me to tears when I saw my weight and BMI far exceeded any measurement I had ever previously done, but I was more irritated than sad. I was irritated with myself, irritated with the fact that I had allowed my life circumstances to get the best of me and begin to undermine my health. Arming myself with this aggravation and drawing upon it as fuel, the workouts and nutrition changes began. Oddly, by my 3rd workout during the very first week the strangest thing happened…MY FEET STOPPED HURTING. As counterintuitive as that sounds, I had simply started moving my body again and quickly found myself in less pain. During week 2 I started having knee soreness and the coaches at ITFF were great about modifying portions of the workout to accommodate the discomfort. I purchased an inexpensive knee-brace sleeve and moved forward, continuing to listen to my body and not pushing my knee beyond what it told me it could do. Week 3’s In Body Measurement was amazing…I had lost 5.4 lbs. and gained a half-pound of muscle mass for a total loss of 5.7 lbs. of body fat. BODY FAT. By the end of week 4 my knee pain was down to a level 1-2, and I am currently heading in week 5 with determination to finish strong. The Iron Tribe way works. They have a completely holistic approach to fitness as a wellness lifestyle including solid nutrition counseling and guidance. The In Body Measures provide accountability as well as motivation and are extremely detailed. The classes themselves are upbeat and well-led, providing initial walk-throughs of all of the movements and exercises prior to diving in to the actual workout. The workouts are typically 15-25 minutes in length (great for busy people like me) with varying intensity levels, all of which can be modified to your fitness level, but which are also measurable so that you can gauge how you are progressing. The word ‘Tribe’ fits this place to a tee, because the amount of camaraderie and support here is absolutely top-notch and the coaches are very well-trained. This is a Tribe that I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know, partnering with in our mutual quest for fitness and wellness and friendship too. I’m looking forward to finishing out weeks 5 and 6 with great results. If you are thinking about getting fit, or wondering if you even ever could, my advice is consider taking a look at a program like Iron Tribe, take that first step and just start moving! Go Team Fancy! #ITFFranklin

Fantastic experience: Five weeks ago I started a 6 week fitness challenge at Iron Tribe in Franklin. I felt apprehensive about going to a gym because I hadn’t worked out like that in years, but I knew I had to do something for myself so I made the commitment. It has been hard, but amazing. The support is next level not just from the coaches, but the people in my classes. I’ve learned more about myself emotionally, physically, and mentally; made changes in my diet, sweat my ass off, and made some new friends in the process. Iron Tribe isn’t the place to work off what you eat, it’s a place to celebrate what your body can do. #strongertogether #whyitribe #itffranklin

Fantastic experience: A couple weeks ago I started working out at Iron Tribe Fitness #itffranklin and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. The staff is awesome! They make every class fun, yet challenging at the same time. The group class setting allows you to compete against everyone else which pushes you beyond your limits. But once it’s all done there is a real sense of community within the group, we all root for one another.

Fantastic experience: Being a member here has been such a positive experience overall. If you ever have felt bored with your routine this is a great way to change things up. You can push yourself but not have to waste too much time and expend mental energy deciding what you will do for today’s workout as each day there are only two to choose from. The best part is that at the Franklin location the coaches and athletes there are excellent people to be around.