Friendship Fitness & Nutrition

Fantastic experience: Nothing but great things to say about Friendship Fitness! From the coaches to the members - everyone’s so welcoming and helpful. Great strength-training focused workouts for people of all fitness levels. Check it out, you’ll be glad you did!

Fantastic experience: Love the atmosphere and support from the gym staff and other members. The workouts are challenging but doable and never repeat. So glad I stumbled upon their Facebook post and gave it a shot.

Fantastic experience: FF is a great community gym with a broad demographic of members. Teenagers to CrossFit men and women in their twenties and thirties, to Gen Xers such as myself. I joined specifically looking for a community of people I could connect with on my weight loss journey, and I am surprised at how quickly I have gotten to know other members. It's been awesome. The staff, who are all certified trainers, are super knowledgeable and beyond friendly. During class they know how and when to further challenge those athletes who can take it, and they also help those (such as myself) scale down and modify a movement when needed. Safety is important to them, and they are keen to protect and work around any injuries I might be struggling with. The biggest gain for me is the comradery. At first it was intimidating to have class members clap and cheer me on. I didn't care for the attention because I was so new and on a learning curve. But now that I've been there a while not only do I appreciate it, I participate in encouraging those around me. Again, it's awesome. Highly recommend it.

Fantastic experience: My husband and I joined Friendship together a few months ago on a complete whim—honestly it was such a great decision for us. I’m a serial gym joiner and quitter, but I have to credit Friendship’s coaching for our success. Obviously I could make a huge recommendation for physical fitness, we feel better, my mental health has improved, etc, but Friendship stands out from any other gyms or programs because of how much support you receive from the coaches and other gym members. The members are diverse fitness levels, ages, and actually there are as many women as men. This atmosphere has kept us consistently going and committed to continuing this journey. I think that says so much about the gym and the professionalism of the staff. The coaches are truly top notch.

Fantastic experience: I tried traditional crossfit and got injured after 6 months. Friendship classes are the perfect fit for me. All the weightlifting without the fast paced atmosphere. Highly recommend you check it out

Fantastic experience: Such an awesome community and culture at Friendship Fitness! Every instructor brings a ton of knowledge, expertise and personality to the classes. They live up to their name! Super friendly, and the workouts are incredible! I’ve been through many different gym experiences in the past 10 years or so, and it’s easy to say, this is the best I’ve ever been to! I’ll be working out here for years to come

Fantastic experience: I'd like to thank the entire team at Friendship Fitness for making me feel so welcome! I'm in the beginning of my 90 day program and I have to give a special shout out to Coach Andy for setting me up with the foundations of crossfit and encouraging me every step of the way! I can already feel a difference in my energy, mood, and strength. If you're hungry for a change and want an excellent support system to help you get after those goals, this is the gym for you!

Fantastic experience: Looking forward to joining group classes this week. Feeling very prepared after doing a month of personal training to ensure I understand what I am doing and my firm is safe. Love that they have trainers of all sizes, not just skinny and/or muscle bound, but fit, friendly and uplifting. While I am nervous about my first group class, they have assured me that they will be pairing me up with someone of similar abilities. Truly feel welcome and set up for success.

Fantastic experience: Thank you Friendship Fitness…I have found my gym! For years I’ve been looking for the “right” place and thought I would never find it. The name Friendship couldn’t be better. This is truly a community. I have only been here a few weeks and it’s been great. Sometime it’s just the little things… every trainer knows my name, the other member have been super welcoming and the workouts were exactly what I was looking for!!! You need to check it out.

Fantastic experience: I have only been going to Friendship Fitness for 6 weeks and I must say, it's everything I never knew I needed from a gym!! As a beginner, the one on one coaching to introduce movements and workouts that I have never even dreamed of completing before and the knowledge regarding scaling has been so integral in promoting a successful foundation here. The coaches are so supportive, genuine and really care about individual goals and safety. The group workouts have been absolutely life changing for me. They provide accountability, a sense of camaraderie, so much knowledge and support for beginners like me and clearly all the way through the advanced people I have the opportunity to observe and learn from during classes. There is no fear of not fitting in here no matter your fitness level, because everyone is so helpful and informative and the coaches offer different modifications to promote success in completing every movement in some way no matter your experience and ability to truly promote progress. At 6 weeks, I'm already seeing results with the workouts and nutrition coaching and I have never been so happy to show up to a workout! Love it here!

Fantastic experience: Friendship Fitness is a wonderful community of fitness-minded people. Being new to the gym, we did not know what to expect but the staff has been extremely helpful and accommodating. And they have built a positive, respectful, and welcoming environment. It feels as though each member strives for the success of their colleagues. There are no high pressure sales and there are classes to fit all levels. Our teenage daughter really enjoys the youth group, too. I highly recommend Friendship!

Fantastic experience: The coaches are the best around - knowledgable, supportive, and they challenge you based on your fitness level. The entire community is welcoming, friendly, and encouraging. Highly recommmend.

Fantastic experience: I joined Friendship about 4 weeks ago and it was most definitely the best decision! I came into this not having lifting experience or experience in general with this type of gym, and I absolutely love it! The coaches are SO helpful & knowledgeable. The other members made me feel like I had been a part of the community for months. If you’re on the fence, do it!

Fantastic experience: First thing that needs mentioned is the attitude of the staff. Very positive and very encouraging. The experience level across the board is also very evident. So that all helps with first impressions and the sign on experience. I signed on and decided to take advantage of a few of the one on one sessions. This was a good call. Shelby is supremely knowledgeable and can explain things in ways that you will understand regardless of your own experience level. After a few sessions of her showing me the ropes, I was ready for classes. So that was cool. I started with Build Classes. Which are tough. But not in a bad way. Tough in the way you want them to be. You do what you come to the gym to do. Work. Sweat. Work some more and be encouraged. There are a number of ways the instructors have worked with me to help me get the most out of my time there. Modifications. Sound instructions and demos. Slight tweaks to fit my ability. The work outs are adaptable. That's another thing. Encouragement. You will receive this from everyone. This is not a gym with treadmills and machines everywhere. It's a bit more stripped down and elemental. That does not mean simpler or easy. Stop in. Check it out.

Fantastic experience: I was very hesitant to join any gym at first, especially since I am not as big on lifting as some other people can be. This place has been so inviting and supportive of everything any of us do here. There is always a modification so even those who may not be able to lift as heavy or are still working their way up to being able to perform the exercise (like myself) are able to still get the workout done. Every time I come in, everyone has a smile on their face and and I always walk out feeling great regardless of the day I have had.

Fantastic experience: The atmosphere of this gym is so welcoming! The coaches walk you through everything and are always motivating you to do better. Before coming to friendship fitness, I didn’t really know many weightlifting exercises. However, after about a month and a half in, I feel a lot more confident in myself and stronger! After every workout, you hear “great job today!” which keeps me coming back. If you’re even a little bit hesitant of joining, just do it! I promise you won’t regret it.

Fantastic experience: My partner and I have been coming to Friendship for about a month now and we absolutely love it! Even though we are at pretty different levels/abilities with our fitness, we really enjoy taking classes together because the coaches are great at offering scaled versions of the workout to meet you where you are in your journey. Everyone you meet here is really encouraging and friendly. The one on one training sessions that get you started were great to learn the basics, understand correct form, and ask questions. I knew that I needed accountability if I wanted to stick with a fitness plan, and I’ve found that here. The coaches know you by name and are really invested in making sure you’re doing everything safely while pushing you. If you’re looking for a welcoming, community-focused environment, this is it!

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Friendship a little over a month and so far I love it. I had never done any type of structured fitness and opted to start with personal training and nutrition counselling to get me started on the right track. The personal training really helped me gain confidence in the movements as well as get a feel for what the gym was like. The nutrition portion broke things down in an easy to understand way that was more about telling me what I should look for when I am eating rather than focusing on things I need to cut out. The group classes have also been great the coaches often come by and give active feedback on my form and help me adjust the workout if it is a little too hard for me. All in all I highly recommend Friendship to anyone that is starting out on their fitness journey for the first time or people that just want a welcoming environment to get some intense but fun workouts in.

Fantastic experience: I just started going to Friendship Fitness 2 months ago and I absolutely love it. They make it so accessible and welcoming to someone who was a bit intimidated about being new! They are so so nice and helpful, and I’ve learned a TON. If you’re nervous about joining a new gym, or new to working out in general, this is the place to go!!

Fantastic experience: I love everything about Friendship. The coaches are incredibly personable- even after a month, they know so much about you, what you’re capable of, and can help push you to your limits to grow. They are insanely friendly but still get in coach mode during the workouts. And they are constantly making sure you’re doing each workout correctly. The other clients that work out there are just as friendly. I feel like I’ve joined one big happy family and everyone is working their hardest and showing up!

Fantastic experience: Great staff, great participants who who up day after day who make it a fun experience! I've been with other gyms before but I stuck with Friendship Fitness & Nutrition because of the atmosphere that the coaches and people foster. The facility and equipment are in great condition (and also very clean)! I can't recommend this place enough , go sign up!

Fantastic experience: I am currently going into my fourth week with Friendship Fitness after coming off of a massive dead zone of working out. My experience so far is absolutely amazing!! Every single coach is incredibly motivating, knowledgeable and fun. I desperately needed a gym that held me accountable and was personable. I have coaches that work with my physical therapy needs and they check in regularly to ensure I'm on my A game. They're understanding and their knowledge aids in my workouts without suffering further injury from past experiences. I'm so immensely grateful for their help and their motivational words and actions. I highly recommend for anyone that needs a big motivational boost and for those that need a well planned out, flexible workout plan!

Fantastic experience: I just recently joined Friendship and so far am having a great experience. The communication and connection with a specific coach has been phenomenal! I feel like there is someone available to address any concerns or issues if I need it. The classes are really fun and I’ve met such great people! The coaches are really nice and are very available during class to help you adjust anything or learn a new skill. I would definitely recommend this gym!

Fantastic experience: Writing a short review for Friendship is difficult because there are SO MANY good things to say about it! Joining Friendship was a life changing decision that I am thankful for every single day. I look forward to my workouts every week but I also look forward to the experience that comes with being a part of Friendship. I have learned so much about myself physically, mentally and emotionally in the last 2 months. I am so excited to continue to learn with the help of the Friendship coaches. I could not ask for a better place to support my growth in and out of the gym!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality I’ve been with Friendship for just over two months now and I love it! I have joined other gyms in the past and there is nothing that compares to this gym, the people and the workout! All of the coaches are unique and qualified and have each taught me something to better myself and my workout! It feels like family!

Fantastic experience: Joining Friendship Fitness was one of the best decisions I ever made... I only wish I did it sooner! The coaches are clearly dedicated to the success of their clients. Every class is inviting and inclusive to needs of each person. What's more, every time you walk in the door you feel welcome and a part of the Friendship community. If you are looking to improve in your fitness or just looking for a great place to meet new people, Friendship Fitness is hands down the best choice to make.

Fantastic experience: Whether you’re new to working out, a seasoned veteran, or returning after a few years off… Friendship is the perfect place to get at it. The coaches care about more than just barbells and pull-ups - they want to see you reach your goals and be safe doing it. If you’re uncomfortable walking into a gym- I promise you that you will NOT feel that way walking into Friendship. For me I had just moved to Columbus and had no friends, family, or coworkers within 100 miles. It only took a few weeks and I had already found a new family at Friendship! Not to mention, the results are FANTASTIC!

Fantastic experience: This place is amazing! I have never considered myself as an athletic person and all the staff welcomed me with open arms. This is a very tight knit group of people that support each other. I look forward to my workouts every day. I love this place and the people who support me in my fitness journey. If you're looking for a place to change your life, go to Friendship Crossfit!

Fantastic experience: Couldn't be more pleased with my time at Friendship Fitness. The only reason I am leaving is due to a move to Texas but during my 4 months at Friendship I've gained MORE strength in my workouts while avoiding injury than I've seen in any year on my own, had higher consistency in my workouts, have become more athletic in my abilities, learned how to Olympic, had great coaches and instruction/guidance, and felt like I was a part of a team. The community of Friendship Fitness is like none other and they truly live up to their name by providing high quality relationships while leveling up your fitness level. So thankful for my time here and hope that I can find another gym that is up to par with their business and coaching practices! THANK YOU!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality I couldn’t be happier with my choice to join Friendship. They have created a welcoming culture, and all of coaches are knowledgeable/supportive. Friendship offers multiple classes and options, so I would recommend it to anyone looking to join a fitness community!

Fantastic experience: Amazing CrossFit Gym!! Joining Friendship Fitness was one of the best decisions I've made. Friendship Fitness makes you a part of their family. The coaches are always happy to see you, they connect and encourage everyone at their current level, and they believe in your potential to get better. Great programming of the workouts so you don't get bored and will allow you to be able to push yourself to the best of your ability.This is a wonderful place and you'll always feel welcome here if you're a regular, just getting started, or dropping-in.

Fantastic experience: This has been a fun gym to join. I used to only workout solo, without a coach. The accountability, communal environment, and ability to change the workout to suit your needs rather than beat yourself up for not doing what you want the first time is nice. The coaches keep an eye on you in these small classes and make sure you are in correct form as well as getting the best workout possible. Everything is easy to find and if you can't find it there is always someone who will help you out. The nutrition aspect is nice as well. As someone who has struggled with multiple eating disorders, it is nice to have a gym that has coaches who can help you out with nutrition for what you need.

Fantastic experience: After an extensive search for *the* right gym for my needs, I found Friendship Fitness and Nutrition. The coaches are not only knowledgeable, but are very helpful in finding alternative moves/exercises to make sure my aging body is still getting a work out. I seriously can't say enough for the warm welcome that is shown when you walk in the door, but also the kindness from your fellow members. If you are searching for a gym, trust me, Friendship is the gym that lives up to its name.

Fantastic experience: I started going to Friendship in April and was looking for a gym that really focused on functional movement as well as focusing on form when lifting heavy. Their Build classes are my favorite and they are offered multiple times throughout the day which makes it flexible to meet your schedule. All of the coaches are great. ALL OF THEM! They always greet you with a smile and know who you are as soon as you step through the doors. In class, the coaches make sure to demo every movement as well as modifiers so you can perform the movement to your own body's limits. There are people of all ages coming to class which is really cool to see that there isn't a "type" of person that you can expect to see. It makes the environment that much more friendly and comfortable! I really enjoy going to class at Friendship and it has been exactly what I was looking for in a gym, right in my backyard!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality Friendship fitness has been a great place to workout and continue living a healthy lifestyle after moving to Dublin. The people are very welcoming and coaches are knowledgeable. I'm glad that I made the decision to visit the gym and join.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism I joined Friendship Fitness recently to help me prepare for the Army’s new fitness test. But it’s turned out to be so much more. Not only are awesome workouts happening, but I’m having fun and trying so many new aspects of fitness and really pushing myself out of my comfort zone. My only regret is. Or joining sooner!

Fantastic experience: The coaches at Friendship Fitness offer great instruction on form and provide positive encouragement. The classes are small which equates to more individualized coaching and is more conducive to getting to know the people you are working out with. I appreciate the variety of workouts from day to day and week to week. I have only been attending class 3x a week for the last two months, but I have already seen a change in my range of motion, core strength, and physique (I look leaner!).

Fantastic experience: Friendship is AMAZING. Outstanding coaching and fitness programming, best in Columbus hands down! The coaches are super knowledgeable and they ensure the success of every athlete. The community is supportive, open, and friendly. I have always felt welcome and part of the crew from day 1! You won’t regret being part of this awesome group!

Fantastic experience: After years of struggling to be consistent with a gym or at-home fitness routine, finally I found Friendship Fitness!! The coaching staff is fantastic and incredibly welcoming to all fitness levels. I really like the split classes so you can choose either weightlifting focused or cardio focused. I'm hooked!

Fantastic experience: I joined Friendship to bridge between sports seasons and I loved every session - I miss it already! I did training sessions with Liz and she was fantastic - I learned a lot, enjoyed myself, and got an excellent workout every time. The trainers aren't afraid to push you, but also were readily capable of scaling the workouts where needed without feeling like you're watering down or skipping out on getting enough of a workout - you'll still get a thorough workout in. The gym gets pretty high traffic yet the facilities were always clean and organized. In both training sessions and classes I had no trouble with equipment shortage or lack of space. I wish only that there were more late-evening classes or open gym times; rush hour traffic from downtown made it difficult to make it part of my daily routine. They have a really nice mobile app to provide daily workouts, though you need a gym to do most of them so participation from home was less effective than I'd hoped. They do have a good variety of class times, just seemed more geared toward the morning/daytime schedule. - Update: Recently there have been more evening and weekend classes available and for me, that made a big difference! I was able to give the workouts a fair shake with a better routine and have already been seeing results in my competitive sport. I think I've attended class with each coach by now and have had great workouts with all of them. When there are motions I can't fully do, or are too sore to do, they're quick to give an adjustment without making a big deal about it. Just as importantly, they'll push you when it's something you can do more of! Updating my review to 5 stars as I think Friendship really adds something to the gym world that wasn't there before. As previously mentioned it's a bit of a drive for me, but well worth it for a superior workout.

Fantastic experience: I wish I joined friendship fitness years ago. I've spent years on and off at conventional gyms. During the short time that I've been at friendship, my overall physical and mental fitness has improved drastically. All of the instructors are top-notch and make you feel comfortable with each workout. I don't see myself ever going back to a conventional gym. If you are looking to make leaps and bounds in your overall physical and mental well-being, come to Friendship. You won't regret it.

Fantastic experience: All of the trainers/coaches are wonderful, friendly and very knowledgeable. I believe that friendship fitness truly lives up to their name as the staff and the other people that I’ve met in class couldn’t be any more welcoming! I not only find myself looking forward to getting a workout in but I’m also finding myself looking forward to seeing some of the new friends that I’ve met as well.

Fantastic experience: I'm so happy to train at Friendship Fitness. I wish I knew about them years ago! I always wanted to try crossfit type workouts, but I was intimidated to do so. Friendship has a great on-boarding program of personal training sessions. They teach you proper form for the major lifts. They also incorporate beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels to many of the more challenging exercises while you're in class. Friendship is more than just a gym. They promote overall health and wellness through in-house dieticians, in-house physical therapists, regular podcasts to improve your mental strength, and a HUGE emphasis on creating a positive support network of friends!

Fantastic experience: I absolutely love this place! Everyone is very friendly and supportive. The coaches are great and the group fitness programming is scalable to everyone's fitness level. In just a little over a month, I can see my body changing and I feel so much better. This is not a typical gym by any means, it is truly a fitness center with great coaches and a welcoming community.

Fantastic experience: Friendship is AWESOME! I’ve never been very consistent with my workouts, but since joining Friendship, I actually look forward to them! I love the class environment and the encouragement from not only the coaches but everyone around me. It’s more than just a gym and I love everything about it!

Fantastic experience: I have been doing crossfit for about 4 years now and have been to about 5 different gyms in that time, and I have to say that Friendship is definitely at the top of my list. I have had only good experiences with the people, coaching and programming.In the 9 months I have been here experienced consistent progress here more than any other place I've been. The thing that I like the most about Friendship is the variety of offerings that most gym's don't have. For classes, you can attend a typical crossfit offering or a more lifting focused class which I loved. Additionally, they have classes specifically for improving your gymnastics and olympic lifting coached by the awesome Jenny! Also, there are other premium offerings like an great nutrition coach Andy who really helped me dial things in to the next level. Friendship really has great things to offer for any level of crossfitter, from the new person just trying it out all the way to the experienced athlete. I would definitely recommend it

Fantastic experience: I've tried almost every gym in Columbus and usually get bored within 6 months. I don't think I'll ever get bored of workouts at Friendship! They are so different each and every time. They do a great job training you before your first class and everyone is so welcoming.

Fantastic experience: One of the best workout facilities I’ve ever been a part of! All of the trainers are extremely welcoming, friendly and there to help you improve. I’m completely new to CrossFit so I was nervous at first in getting started, but so glad that I decided to start at Friendship! The trainers have been extremely helpful in making sure that I’m comfortable with the workouts and doing them correctly these first several weeks that I’ve been a part of it! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I volunteered at the CrossFit competition at the 2019 Arnold festival and was really astounded by the shape the athletes were in. I got it in my head that I wanted to do it, especially because my older brother was recommending it to me as well. Great coaches, great members, and an amazing experience all around! I always have an awesome workout, loads of fun and a great time when I come in. I even have a great time doing the tougher workouts because it challenges you on a different level, and I live for that. One of my favorite things about Friendship is the atmosphere and how welcoming everyone is. It's almost like a second a family! Been getting after it for a few months now and it's getting me in the right shape and mentality for the future! Absolutely recommend that you join if you're thinking about it!

Fantastic experience: Not your typical gym, the coaches are great! The other members are super friendly, they make it a friendly place where I don’t feel self conscious. I am motivated to keep coming back to build strength and get healthy. I have been working with coach Ryan and coach Maria and they are fantastic! After 6 weeks I can really see and feel a difference.