I’ve been coming here for 3 years and love it. I started up knowing I was going to have hip surgery with the goal of getting myself in the best possible place for recovery. And I have been doing a combination of personal training and classes since the surgery. Paul and his team are wonderful and extremely thoughtful. What I like about this gym is that it isn’t full of intimidating, “crossfit looking” people; there are certainly great athletes but also a whole range of folks looking to get better. Lots of regular clients and with that a wonderful community.

Great class today. Well balanced between strength and cardio. I feel like I got a full body workout and didn't leave anything on the table. Coach Erwin is excellent at both identifying and helping me correct posture and form while working out. That's one of my favorite things about working out at Nela. Thanks Coach!!!

LOVE LOVE NELA athletics. It’s rare to find a place where every single trainer is top notch AND cares about your progress and your health. The staff checks in with you. The ignite classes are fantastic, fun and challenging in the best way. Special shout out to Coach Erwin. Not only did I get fit but I also found a community. Nothing compares!

Can't say enough great things about this gym. The community is awesome, very friendly, always encouraging. During covid the coaches had awesome alternatives that allowed me to continue working out. If I stay away for a while and the aches and pains start coming back I know where to go to strength my core and get rid of back , sciatic and others pains. Im always glad I came.... Just show up. You'll be glad you did.

4/19/23 My first class at Nela and very glad I went. The class was challenging but fun. Coach Erwin did a great job leading us! 7/1/23 Following along in class with Cristina was a breeze, I look forward to more classes with her! I've been coming to Nela for almost 3 months now and the coaches, programming, not to mention community, have all been wonderful. Highly recommend to anyone looking to jumpstart their health and fitness goals.

Nela is an amazing gym. It’s community-oriented, clean, and has stellar coaches. Erick is a talent — funny, hardcore, and emotionally intelligent all in one. The dude starts my day right every time. Grateful 🙏 Wes is a devoted, detail-oriented coach with a huge heart. He will motivate you to do your best and beyond, but is no slave driver!

Lauren was amazing! She immediately put me at ease during my first CrossFit class in 4years, as I was feeling a bit rusty and lacking confidence. She was incredibly supportive and understanding, never making me feel guilty for taking it slow. The class itself was wonderfully challenging, and I couldn’t be happier to have tried to the CrossFit community. Ian genuinely excited about becoming a part of Nela Athletics! 😁

NELA Athletics is my favorite gym, ever! Why? Because NELA Athletics hires coaches who are well trained, friendly, personable, and caring. I regularly see the benefits of my workouts. A year ago, I couldn’t even do one side plank. Recently, Coach Paul added them to our workout and I readily did 20 with holds. Staff strives to get to know you. When I don’t show for class, my regular Coach Lily shoots me a text to see if I’m okay. One day, I showed up at the wrong time, and on the spot, Coach Erwin organized a workout for me. At NELA Athletics, there is a real since of community and Esprit de Corps. Beyond the regular Cross-fit workouts, there are fun-filled gatherings like potlucks, comedy shows, swim-workouts, health-related workshops and competitions. Here’s to a standing ovation for NELA Athletics for creating a healthy, welcoming environment and strong bodies.