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obodo

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One of the Best Places To Visits in Cork


Address

Dosco Business Park, S Douglas Rd, Ballinlough, Cork, T12 FK7W, Ireland

Website

www.obodo.ie

Contact

+353 83 349 8824

Rating on Google Maps

5.00 (272 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 to 11:30 am
  • Sunday: (Christmas Eve), Closed, Holiday hours
  • Monday: (Christmas Day), 6 am to 9 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: (St
  • Wednesday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 6 am to 9 pm

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  • 5/5 Danielle 1 year ago on Google
    Iv been a member of obodo for about 4years and i love coming here for their variety of classes available every day, I always come out feeling iv done a great cardio workout whilst also getting the benefit of strength training incorporated giving a good balance to the classes. There are so many class times available throughout the day which is very appealing being a shift worker. Class sizes are reasonable in that everyone gets the opportunity of a bit of 1:1 attention if needed whilst having the enjoyment of working out in a group. I highly reccomend obodo to others.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eileen C. 10 months ago on Google
    Joined obodo 3 months ago and really enjoying it. Was nervous of joining somewhere, but obodo has been great and quickly put these at ease. All trainers have been so friendly, helpful and explain everything so well! I look forward to going to the classes
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Finbarr N. 4 years ago on Google
    In CrossFit Return there's a wonderful atmosphere from the time you enter the door. You work hard and the coaches push you but always make sure your technique is correct and most of all that you are enjoying the experience. I have been a member for over a year now and love every session! I also am a member of BikeRowSki, its a great workout to get a good sweat and to burn plenty of calories.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great gym! Extremely welcoming from the minute you walk in the door. Sessions are challenging, fun and can be tailored to your level too. Coaches are very knowledgeable, attentive and extremely friendly - a great place to work out and enjoy yourself while doing it too! Would definitely recommend for anyone to try a class!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark N. 8 months ago on Google
    Amazing Gym! Such great facilities as well as trainers to match. There's always a class time to fit any schedule, as well as great variety between the various classes so that it never feels repetitive. There is also a great crew of members which also helps make the gym feel welcoming to all levels.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aoife B. 8 months ago on Google
    A great gym. I'm a beginner to crossfit. I have been able to part take in all the classes as the coaches are so helpful and adapt the exercises to my level. They continuously encourage everyone throughout the class. They take me through each exercise movement precisely with an emphasis on quality of movement and safety. Lucy, Kelsey and Ethan have been so helpful!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katie L. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant gym, really cool building, modern and the lights and music make the classes fun! The trainers are amazing, they focus on making people feel valued and part of a group which is such a nice experience. Classes are some of the best I've ever done.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chrissie 1 year ago on Google
    Great gym with a fantastic set up. We came here as visitors when we were in the city visiting family and were made to feel welcome from the minute we arrived. Challenging workout with great coaching throughout. Thanks so much for having us; we will definitely be back if we are in Cork again 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 LC86 _. 8 months ago on Google
    Started working out in Obodo last March. Have been doing Crossfit on and off since 2018 and, after the pandemic, just wanted a change of pace and scenery. I've enjoyed it all so far, and the programming is very challenging and fun! I have also taken on the Revelate classes, which are a great addition to my fitness journey. The atmosphere here is great, everybody is chilled and the coaches are great, very professional and friendly. I would recommend to anybody who just wants to improve themselves and have fun while doing so, you will feel right at home! 💪

  • 5/5 Niamh G. 11 months ago on Google
    Probably the best gym I have ever been a member of. The classes are challenging, varied and I always leave feeling like I have done a good workout. The trainers are all extremely encouraging and motivating, even on the days when you aren’t feeling your strongest. Would definitely recommend this gym to anyone who wants to be fit, strong and part of a community. Thanks !

  • 5/5 Rachel B. 11 months ago on Google
    Hands down the best gym I’ve ever been a member of! Such friendly and helpful coaches and a real sense of community around the place. After the covid lockdowns I found it very hard to get back into the gym so the structure and accountability of the classes really suited me. Challenging but very enjoyable - and extremely professional coaches who know exactly when to push you out of your comfort zone while also making sure your form is correct. Always raving about Obodo to my friends!

  • 5/5 Joanne D. 1 year ago on Google
    Great gym👌 Really high expectations for everyone b and v really high support level. Times and quality of classes are excellent. Staff know their stuff and it's obvious they share the same vision, regardless of who you are working with the guidance is the same.

  • 5/5 Ian G. 1 year ago on Google
    Best gym I’ve ever used. Super people running it and really special atmosphere. Always made to feel very welcome and the coaches take a personal interest in your needs and tailor programming to your abilities.

  • 5/5 Carlo B. 11 months ago on Google
    I dropped in for a single session, best functional training gym in Cork city - good looking equipment, good space and extremely welcoming and professional staff. Great atmosphere and great people. This will be my gym when travelling to Cork!

  • 5/5 Caoimhe M. 11 months ago on Google
    Joined Obodo after two trial classes in February. Did the two trials on the same week as I got such a buzz from my first Revelate class I booked in straight away. I haven’t looked back since and I have tried all of what obodo has to offer. All of the coaches are extremely helpful, motivating and fun to be around. You push yourself to new levels and no day is the same! My resting heart rate has decreased and my strength and fitness has improved significantly. If you could bottle up and sell how you feel after these classes you’d make millions 👌🏼

  • 5/5 daiday003 1 year ago on Google
    Obodo is more than a gym, it’s a community where you feel you belong to. The coaches and owners are really friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. And it’s quite noticeable that they’re constantly looking to improve the service provided. I had never been able to be consistent with any training at any gym before until I started training there. Obodo has changed my lifestyle, and for better. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Richard F. 8 months ago on Google
    Obodo is fantastic for all fitness levels due to the coaches ability to scale everything to your level. You are guaranteed an incredible workout every session. The atmosphere is always welcoming & positive. The coaches are fantastic and will go out of their way to make you feel at home, would highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Shannen D. 8 months ago on Google
    Such a welcoming community! The coaches are so knowledgeable and approachable. Every workout is tailored to be as easy or challenging as you need. Great variety in all the classes and honestly just great fun!

  • 5/5 Treasa M. 8 months ago on Google
    Always welcoming and minding their clients at all levels of fitness. From scaling down to a gentle push, you get what you need cos they know you, and with a chat and a laugh along the way it's a lovely workout experience while still challenging me....every time 💪. The tunes and encouragement also help 🎵. I always leave smiling. 😃

  • 5/5 Emma S. 8 months ago on Google
    Only have positive things to say about Obodo! ⭐️ Kelsey, Ethan, Reece & Sean are fantastic coaches, and always go out of their way to help you! The schedule offers a large range of classes, from early in the morning to late in the evening so there’s always an opportunity to get a class in. Lucy & Chris are fab, and always close by to answer any questions you have about your membership plan or progression in Revelate! I’ve never enjoyed a gym so much! Would recommend everyone to try it, 10/10!

  • 5/5 Nick M. 8 months ago on Google
    I have been training here now for 18 months and I have enjoyed every minute of it. There is a great community and all of the coaches are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I couldn’t recommend it enough to anyone whether they are a beginner or experienced!

  • 5/5 klaudia z. 5 months ago on Google
    Couldn't reccomend obodo enough. In the group classes there's always trainers watching over you, teaching you how to do all the exercises correctly so even though it's not personal training it feels like personal training. The trainers are very involved and make sure everyone is doing well and are very friendly and helpful. I felt very welcomed and well looked after :)

  • 5/5 Tom C. 5 months ago on Google
    Obodo is probably the best gym atmosphere I've ever experienced. Clients and staff are very friendly. Workouts are hard but you get through it. If you want to work out with intensity and high heart rate. This is your place.

  • 5/5 Pacotosto1 6 months ago on Google
    Great gym! You have a choice of 2 workouts. Revelate and Crossfit. Both are brilliant. The Coaches are great and very helpful with guidance on how to do the exercises correctly. I joined in May and see some good results since. Best gym in Cork!!!

  • 5/5 Dee Q. 8 months ago on Google
    Best gym and workouts I've done for years. Had been looking for a new gym that ticked all the boxes and this was it for me. If you're looking to train with a great team of coaches, who know their stuff and make you feel welcome this is the place. If you want to do cardio only, the Revelate classes with a mix of the ski, bike and row machines have that covered. Or if you feel like getting stronger, Crossfit has it all. And you can do a mix of both. Very happy with this gym, the people, its vibe👌🏻

  • 5/5 Joanne H. 1 year ago on Google
    I’ve been a member of different gyms but this is the only one I actually look forward to attending. The coaches are great in personalising the workout to suit you. They put form over crazy reps/weights and keep an eye on you giving constant feedback. Lucy and Chris plan workouts meticulously so you’re always challenged. The buzz is great. The value for money is ridiculously good when you think about what you get out of it. Literally can’t recommend enough.

  • 5/5 Walther C. 2 years ago on Google
    A really nice place for anyone looking for a fitness routine. Here you can find an amazing community and the best group of coaches that you can find in a gym. Absolutely welcoming and make you feel like home.

  • 5/5 ERWAN O. 2 years ago on Google
    It's my first time in a Crossfit gym, my first time in Ireland too (i am french). I can said the coaches take care of you very well. During the session, the coaches help you to push your limits higher with dynanism and enthusiasm. There a little bit more than 10 people by session so the coach take the Time to check your movs and to improve it. The ambiance is cool. I was very well welcomed when I arrived in the gym, the coach explain you all you need to know. Moreove, the system to subscrip is very simple, you have just to download an app on your phone and you can find all the info you need like your account, the calendar of the next sessions available etc... So I wanted to try Crossfit, now I do Crossfit ! Thanks again !

  • 5/5 colm f. 2 years ago on Google
    I have been going here for many years and I couldn’t recommend it enough. The classes are great. It’s like personal training with everything tailored to the individual levels. The atmosphere created there is second to none and it always feels great walking in there.

  • 5/5 Kellie D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, gym and coaches! This makes each class very enjoyable with great support. I have noticed a huge improvement in my fitness since I joined Crossfit Return and this is down to the amazing coaches that help you achieve your goals while having fun!!

  • 5/5 Bronagh M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great gym, classes fun and welcoming. Coaches know their stuff and are really encouraging and keep an eye on your technique. Banging tunes. Can't recommend CrossFit Return enough and the recent addition of Bike Row Ski makes it all the more better.

  • 5/5 Benj B. 4 years ago on Google
    CrossFit Return has very quickly become my favourite box in Cork. The trainers are energetic, knowledgeable and - most importantly - caring of results, good movement and safety. They're always on the lookout to make sure you're moving well and adjust weights/technique when appropriate. The vibe in the gym is another super feature. You won't regret joining!

  • 5/5 Kevin L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great gym, always really good staff down through the years and a huge variety of training on offer now. Never difficult to motivate yourself to go the gym and the main thing for me is, I don't have to think about anything, just rock up and train - programming done for you and up on the app a week in advance. Nice social outlet with fellow members, great encouragement for eachother, some team workouts on certain days and always a bit of healthy competition with those in and around your level, if that is of interest! :)

  • 5/5 Sarah H. 1 year ago on Google
    Obodo is an amazing gym to train at! The trainers are very knowledgeable and motivating. They are always willing to help. There is a great community feeling in the gym and members are super friendly! Lucy and Chris put huge effort into planning super workouts each week. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a challenging, fun and motivating gym!!

  • 5/5 Sarah R. 1 year ago on Google
    Every class is different. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. The gym is always evolving and keeping up to date with current practises. The classes push you at your own level and learning new skills keeps it motivating and fun! The gym is immaculate, always clean and organised. It is clear that the coaches take great pride in their gym!

  • 5/5 Tom H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great gym, trainers are very friendly and helpful. The classes are tough but very enjoyable and the trainers help ensure that you are doing the exercise correctly. All in all I’d highly recommend Obodo.

  • 5/5 David F. 1 year ago on Google
    Top class gym. Workouts are scaled to your needs, so you can focus on where you're at. Always a great place to walk in to, very friendly staff and members. They are always looking for ways to tweak the service to ensure the best possible service and experience for the members. I can't recommend Obodo highly enough to anyone! Try it and you'll love it!

  • 5/5 Maeve O. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing gym with a fantastic set up. Each class can be tailored to your individual fitness level with the coaches working with you to continuously improve. I feel noticeably fitter, stronger and more confident since joining Obodo about a year ago. A really welcoming environment that you feel part straight away. I always look forward to going!

  • 5/5 Melissa 1 year ago on Google
    I finally found a place that ignited my interest in regular exercise (I tried and failed many, many times via other outlets). I can’t recommend this place enough. The team is amazing, the exercises are very well thought out and scalable (I couldn’t manage a single push up or sit up and hated exercise, now I can do both and love exercising). And It’s not at all intimidating- it’s fun and addicting. The owners are lovely. Once you start- the value for money is extremely apparent.

  • 5/5 claire g. 1 year ago on Google
    Top class facility - individual rogue equipment, coaching is as good PT, classes are suitable for all ranges of abilities. Gym is always improving by using latest technologies and equipment. Great value for money. No other gym in cork is comparable.

  • 5/5 C 1 year ago on Google
    Trained here while we were home from Australia over Christmas. Great gym, trainers and programming. All of the staff including the owners went out of their way to say hello and make us feel really welcome. Great coaching during the classes as well - picked up lots of tips and technique improvements to take back to our regular crossfit training. Definitely the type of gym where there's a place for everyone, regardless of age or fitness level.

  • 5/5 Peter T. 1 year ago on Google
    I keep coming back for more! I joined Obodo in early 2022 and it's been so much fun and empowering every week since. The 2 separate rooms are a great way to differentiate the type of work-out that you want to complete each session. Revelate is extremely challenging but the 45 minutes fly by with the engagement levels of the coaches, the music and the energetic games! Highly, highly recommend this gym for anyone at any level of fitness.

  • 5/5 Nicole M. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic gym, all trainers are so inviting and helpful. I've always found it hard to motivate myself to go to other gyms but not Obodo I never miss a class!! They know everyone's ability individually and know when to push you to up a weight or try a new skill.

  • 5/5 Gráinne Ní M. 2 years ago on Google
    I only have wonderful things to say about Obodo along with the staff. From the second you walk in, you will be warmly welcomed. I enjoyed every single workout, they are so varied. What's even better is they give you time to work on personal goals and always take time to discuss the workouts with individuals to ensure you make the most out of every second. I saw a huge difference in my own strength very quickly. Unfortunately, I moved 4 hours away and that was just too much of a commute.. although I did consider it for a second because I know the workouts would be worth the drive! Anybody who tries out this gym will not be disappointed.

  • 5/5 Lar O. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly, professional & really well organised gym. Also very welcoming to beginners. Nice variety in classes / types of training: strength, endurance, mobility depending on goals. Scheduling is great. Flexible & always on time. 10/10 experience.


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