I was told prior, if I come down to the gym I can try it out, like most gyms offer a complimentary pass to hopefully gain a new member. Being a professional athlete, I need to get a good feel for a gym before I commit to a membership and make sure it has what I need. I was so excited to train here. The very nice and welcoming girl working the front desk said I can try the gym today, and then I would have to sign up or get a day pass moving forward. Which was very nice. She showed me around, explained all the membership rates, told me about the gym. She did a great job, especially being so friendly at 5:00am. I was thinking this is great! I found what I am looking for in a gym. And was going to sign up. Until the owner felt it necessary to have the girl approach me, next to the owner, and say she had to pay out of her pocket for my day pass because the owner said she shouldn’t have let me train for the day for free. How humiliating. This poor girl had to pay out of her pocket and on top of that humiliate herself and me by telling me that? Right in front of the owner who said absolutely nothing to me. You think she would say welcome to my gym, something hospitable. Maybe she didn’t want me to train there or join her gym? Whatever it was I insisted on paying for my own day pass and will not join this gym. Very disappointed and offended.

After the consistent poor treatment I receive at my current gym, I checked out Smash and wow, I was so impressed by Nolan and his level of professionalism and kindness! What a breath of fresh air! I can't wait for my membership to end and will deff sign up if Nolan is still there. I hope he is your manager and if not should be!

Outstanding gym with a huge selection of machines from Hammer Strength, Nautilus, Icarian, Hoist and others. They have way more equipment than shown on the website. Great, very friendly owners and staff, clean lockers, awesome but not too loud classic rock music. Attractive pricing for people from out of town and for those on vacation. This gym is a must visit for bodybuilders.

Been going here for almost a year and still love walking in the doors every time. Very set up gym!

Since Smash bought the previous gym, they have brought in some new equipment that is really nice. They have a new and modern glute machine now and a nice modern squat machine that is great for protecting a lifters back. They recently swapped out a lot of their dumbbells. The layout is great and a remnant from the prior Owners.

Beware! I had called December 13th, 2023, talked to a Mike to put hubby’s account on pause. He said no problem, even small talked to him. Now February 1st, 2024, I realized they still kept charging for January and February 2024, called, spoke to a very RUDE lady. She said there is no pause. Hubby has to come in and cancel in person, fill out a paper. What a SCAM! Never again, be careful! So disappointed! Replying to your answer as I don't see how to leave another reply to you: My husband was a member of this gym for many, many years, even put the floors in when one of the previous owners needed help. He never signed any papers with you, his membership was paused due to back problems before and if you don't pause, you should not have people answering the phone and say they would. If that "Mike" would have said so in December, my husband would have gone there and cancel in person. Please refund the 2 months - which you took out of my account against my wishes. So upsetting, to say the least! Merchant claim filed, the only way I’ll delete this review is, when the 2 months that were charged against our agreement, are credited again. Thanks.

Lots of first rate equipment keeps me coming back when I'm in the area. This clean, lively gym is utilized for casual workouts all the way to serious bodybuilding for competition . There are also fitness classes and personal trainers.

Great family atmosphere. Well rounded team when it comes to knowledge of training, nutrition & recovery. Great teamwork between coaches and athletes. They will work hand in hand with you to achieve your goals.

The definition of a Crossfit gym! Close knit family atmosphere. Well run and organized, the coaches are very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. My first day I was greeted by a group of people they called themselves the scuba squad, that was weird but they were really nice.

Perfect gym for locals and visitors alike. My husband and I came to Cape Coral on vacation this past week. I have a serious strength and cardio training regiment at home and I always look for a local gym to join to get my daily fix. I enjoy working out at a gym where people are friendly, enjoy helping others, and are also serious about their fitness goals. I joined Health and Strength gym for the week and couldn't have been happier. The gym is loaded with equipment and had an exercise classroom that I used to jump rope in. I found myself losing track of time and spending a couple hours a day here. Mike and Carol, the owners, were incredibly friendly and helpful if I was looking for a particular type of machine or just wanted to try out a new pre-workout mix. If you needed to, you could get in and out fast, but I found the gym family vibe to be infectious. A couple of the gym regulars helped me come up with new ways to target particular muscle groups when my regular equipment wasn't available. I highly recommend this gym for anyone from fitness newbie to gym junkie.

I've been going to this gym with my family for 2 months now and we love that all the equipment is always in place when we need it, they are clean and organized, nice equipment they actually put a film on shower doors and closed gaps on stalls recently to give us more privacy! it is pretty much a complete gym and I like the friendly environment! I wish I've discovered smash before!!!

Health and Strength has all the equipment you’ll need to reach your fitness goals whether you’re just starting out or have been working out for years. The staff are very friendly and professional. They are always willing to help and answer any questions. This gym maintains very clean throughout the whole day (again, thanks to the staff) and regular members are respectful. This is the type of gym you can bring the whole family to.

I'm so thankful I found Shark Bite. It's an amazing community with great coaches who make working out fun. I've never been in better shape since I started going to Shark Bite, but more importantly, I have more energy, feel great, am sleeping better and have learned so much. It's a great CrossFit gym regardless of where you are in your fitness.

Joining Sharkbite fitness has been a great experience. Coaches are engaged and care about your health and wellness. It quickly becomes a family and makes you want go to the gym rather then a chore. I recently participated in a nutrition challenge. Learned a tons of new recipes and had no problem staying motivated when everyone involved pushed eachother to stay on track. Wpuld recommend to anyone regardless of age and fitness level.

Came here to do some crossfit since the gym at PARK PLACE APARTMENTS had human feces all over the handle of the equipment.....

Love this place! They are my second family!

Awesome CrossFit box!

we're there for a drop-in class. The staff was really nice with us and i really appreciate how spacious was the gym. Thanks again!

Excellent well educated trainers. I had never even worked out before, and feel very comfortable in this environment even along side very experienced ones. I highly recommend this place. This is the best thing I've done in a long time.

H&S is a good local gym. Mike certainly runs and maintains this establishment very well. There are plenty of machines and the environment is clean and organized. Well worth the investment in your personal health and well being.

Nice cozy gym. I have been a member here for the last five to six years. I attend the Zumba classes. They offer many different classes all week long. Check Lilly's Zumba class out, she has got to host the best class in Cape Coral. She does it 3 times a week 0930 Monday, Wednesday it's 1130, Friday 0930. For other classes check the schedule as classes are added and deleted by attendance.

Love 7am yoga. Kristen's classes are awesome.

Excellent gym, had to cancel membership since I left area and Mike took care of it with no issues and even followed up with me - that's the way it's supposed to be done! Professional and no stress. If I am back in the area I will definitely go back and recommend to anyone looking for a gym in which the owner cares about you.

I needed a place to work out while staying in Cape Coral. Happily I found this gym. It had all the equipment you could ever need for a work out. Machines and free weights. Exelent staff and great atmosphere.

Compared to other local corporately owned gyms, Health and Strength is by far the best. Friendly and helpful staff and equipped with everything a gym needs with both machine and free weights for every area of the body. Fellow members are courteous and rerack weights to their appropriate places. Good people, good atmosphere, no headaches.

Awesome equipment

This is my favorite gym in Cape Coral. They have a great selection of quality equipment.

I am absolutely in love with Shark Bite fitness and Nutrition. In just a few short months I have completely changed my thoughts and habits in regards to nutrition and fitness. I started seeing Coach Katie to work on building better eating habits and keeping myself accountable. A combined effort of training in the gym with some incredible coaches, a great gym environment and nutrition coaching. I cannot thank everyone at Shark Bite Fitness enough for making this whole experience incredible.

I’ve been doing nutrition with Katie for the past few months and it’s been an amazing experience. She has taught me sustainable lifestyle changes that have resulted in more energy, body fat loss and better sleep. She is so smart and inspiring, and I really appreciate her approach. It’s not about cutting out things I love, it’s about finding a plan that fits my goals and lifestyle. I recently did a nutrition challenge with Katie and Shark Bite, and it was so fun!

Stopped in while on vacation and had a great class. Clean facility, good equipment and a fair price for a single class (makes me mad when they charge 20+ for a single class). Actually had a 1 on 1 session on Olympic lifts with Drew since there was some event that pulled others away. He was really good as a coach and took time to explain and teach while stressing safety. Highly recommend the place.

I have been working with Katie for nutrition coaching about a year now. She is so knowledgeable and positive and has helped me ensure I’m getting enough protein as a vegan athlete. It was total luck when I got partnered with her as my coach, and found out she was also vegan! The whole community is super supportive and I have found it to be completely judgement free even though the majority of the folks are omnivores, and I’m one of the outliers. Everyone is totally respectful and supportive of each other. The nutrition coaching is very focused on overall health and wellness. We talk about sleep habits, making well-rounded food choices, and not beating yourself up for enjoying some indulgent dishes from time to time. We talk about performance as an athlete and how food can fuel that. The community is always ready to share recipes or snack ideas and there to cheer you on when you reach a milestone, whatever that may be for you. It’s all about community at Shark Bite and they are second to none in that category.

I’m so thankful for Facebook ads, in the instance it showed me about Shark Bite gym. These coaches have changed my life. In the gym and also in the nutrition office. Diet has never been my strong suit, but working with the nutrition coach has given me the confidence to take charge of my diet and make big changes for myself. Not only that, but this gym quickly becomes family. It’s not a chore or obligation, but a desire to go and it’s fun!

I have been working with Katie and I love the positive, long term approach that is taken toward reaching nutrition goals. Emphasis is on individual plans and desired outcomes. Questions are answered quickly and suggestions and modifications are adjusted as needed.

From the first day you are part of a team. Everybody here is in a different level of fitness but all encourage the other constantly. There are optional nutrition and personal training sessions. I would highly recommend this gym as it’s a life changing experience and you will feel better than you thought you ever would

I recently joined a nutrition challenge at the gym and had a great experience. The coaches are friendly and helpful. I learned lots of new recipes to stay on track with my fitness and nutrition goals.

Great nutrition guidance and knowledge! Facility that puts a premium on exceptional coaching and cleanliness.

Awesome gym, super clean, excellent staff, amazing trainers to help you get the results you’re looking for. I would recommend anyone looking to transform their health and fitness to check this place out

I was so worried about being my first CF class ever and the coaches were awesome. They helped me with my form and guided me to everything. Also everyone was so supportive of each other, really inspiring community. Best gym ever!

By far the best gym in Fort Myers. Great Environment and great community!

Very welcoming staff and members. Someone of any fitness level is made to feel comfortable from day one.

An amazing gym filled with amazing people! Also some of the best coaches around! #betterthanyesterday!

This facility is THE most welcoming and friendly cf gym! The coaches are all extremely knowledgeable and will take the time to thoroughly review each movement every day. I appreciate the full hour being used appropriately as well from the group warm up in the beginning all the way to the accessory work at the end. Every minute is used with intention. If you haven't tried CFTB's out, you are missing out!

This gym has an amazing atmosphere. You are greeted by friendly, knowledge coaches and welcomed in by a family of people who motivate you to challenge yourself and be become better every day.

I can't say enough good things about the team at Crossfit Thoroughbreds, my experience has been AMAZING. I was a total newbie to crossfit when I joined a few months ago (my background was in running and traditional weight training), and the coaches have been consistently fantastic in their guidance and support. They've also created a really supportive team atmosphere with the members; it truly feels like a fitness family. I've been going to gyms for over 30 years, and I can honestly say I feel more inspired and motivated than ever. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Challenge yourself!

This gym is Awesome! The coaches are amazing, patient, fun and motivating! They even have a real doctor as a coach. Shout out to Dr Brian Bochette and truly every coach at Crossfit Thoroughbreds. Love this place and my fitness friends

Didn't know anything about CROSSFIT a year ago. Stopped in to try something new and got hooked. Classes are challenging and very diverse. Instructors are awesome and everyone their is really supportive and encouraging. Really happy I chose to try something new!

Decent equipment. Excellent culture. Average cost. Flexible schedule. Experienced coaches.

Joined 4 months ago and couldn’t be happier. Great instructors, great people and great environment. If you’re looking to try CrossFit, this is the place!

Awesome gym run by awesome people. If you’re looking to join CrossFit and learn from a seriously talented staff this is the place.

I've only attended one class but I really enjoyed the coach and athletes that were present. The coach was helpful and seemed knowledgeable on the proper lifts. The weightlifting was adequate and the workout was intense. I'll drop in again when I'm in the area. Fyi, Google navigation took me to a hotel parking lot.

I've only gone as a visitor but great facility and atmosphere. Staff and members are very welcoming.

Dropped in a couple times and was privileged to work out with this box.

I've been working out here for a few years now and I highly recommend Crossfit Thoroughbreds. The trainers are extremely knowledgeable, you make great friends that are like-minded, you become a beast(in a good way), and, it'll literally become your favorite hour of the day.

Awesome guys. Great instructors

Fantastic gym. Has absolutely everything you need, high quality old school equipment (which is the best). Favorite gym I’ve been to and I’ve visited dozens in Florida.

This gym is well run; straightforward and friendly service. Well-equipped from powerlifting equipment(no bumper plates) to cardio/circuit machines. Here, I believe nobody will bother unless you want help if/when needed, and there is a regular list of trainers available for scheduling if you need it.

Great place, I was able to get a 1 week membership for when I'm down here during the holidays. The gym is clean and huge! 5 stars

I am visiting Fort Myers for a month and I like this gym because it has all the classes that I like specifically Zumba. Great instructors and friendly people. Highly recommended it.

Very informative staff, always willing to share their knowledge and help out. When you are there you are family.

Very good gym, Mike is doing an excellent job keeping it clean during the pandemic. Staff are nice and the gym is very peaceful.

Owner was about as rude of a person that I have met. Did a day pass with a friend for 15.00 dollars each and after 10 minutes left. Very rude has his nose in the air like he is better then his customers. I would not recommend to anyone. I’m a very respectful person a military/law enforcement person. Never have I seen such disregard for customers that are paying his bills.

Best quality of equipment's clean place well professional trainers.

Terrible owner rude and thinks he is something special

This place is a serious gym they have all the equipment you need... Glad we found this place

Great exercise class and friendly people

Great gym for weights

Fixed - no new parts- but fixed. Thank you Steve

Great gym with no wait time for equipment.

Perfect gym! Has everything you need, I love the vibe, and it’s perfect that you can just pay the month, week or day if you’re just visiting

Wonderful place, very clean, great equipment, fantastic owners. We use it only one week a year, as we are visitors, at the time. We wish they were in our area.

Best Gym in the Cape !!!

Wow! Thanks ,Caren for encouraging me to participate in the Tabada class. Loved it. You're a super pro instructor.

My wife and I travelled from Nova Scotia this past Spring and spent 4 weeks in Cape Coral. We wanted to join a local gym and after researching many of the localgyms we decided to join Health and Strength Gym. What initially interested us in this gym was their straightforward fees with no add ons. We were very glad we joined this gym as it not only has everything you would ever want relative to equipment, but the owners and staff are very friendly and approachable. This also extends to the membership as their members were also very friendly and helpful. For any snowbirds visiting the Cape Coral area in the upcoming winter months, we highly recommend the Health and Strength Gym. Thanks folks, we definitely enjoyed our time with you. Zeph / Judy Murdock

Goes above and beyond the call of duty,especially racial profiling at its finest.Was asked who i was and why was i sitting on my hood in the same parking space that i have used for 2 yrs almost only because there was another "Black" gentleman charging his phone behind the building and we looked suspicious👍.

This gym is amazing. Mike and Carol are wonderful people, and have created a great place to work out and feel great! I would and have recommended this place to anyone looking for a gym to call home.

Been here at the gym for 11 yrs now

(Translated by Google) Excellent gym (Original) Excelente gimnasio

Best gym in cape

Old gym with old machines.

I just joined, very nice, the only gym that doesn't require a credit card. I would highly recommend.

I was a former member awhile back Anita who works at the front desk was so rude she would kick people out 20 min before closing and when doing cardio I could hear her talk about other members like they were garbage

The worst gym they need to fire the old lady Anita she is sooooooo rude stars if I could.

Love this gym and all the different machines. Can’t wait to move back to the Cape just so I can sign up here again!

Great gym, doesn't give me anxiety like others and I love that I can do month to month payments. The owners are so so so nice and very fair.

Super friendly staff and nice equipment. Great place to work out

Perfect gym if you want to workout free of distractions. Music isn’t that loud. Usually isn’t that busy. Most people I’ve talked to are friendly and will let you work in with them on a machine. People are happy to help spot your lift or help you out with your form when lifting. Very very clean, cleanest gym I’ve been to by far, including the bathroom/locker room. Affordable price and the cancellation policy seems straightforward. Never had any bad interactions with any of the staff. Only suggestion is to add a weightlifting platform and a vertical climber, perhaps remove a Smith machine to make room.

Nice clean gym with everything you need. Super friendly staff!

Very nice gym, top notch equipment and they make optimal use of their space. Great atmosphere, more of a “serious lifter” feel. I’ll definitely be back.

Visited here while looking for an out of town gym. Excellent selection of equipment, clean, and courteous staff. Everything you could hope for in a gym. Definitely recommend.

Great facility. Great equipment. They do an awesome job for an "economy" gym. I appreciate that there was no hard sell when I joined.

Been going to h&s for one year it reminds me of the gym I used to own clean friendly and we'll managed.

Great gym, great owners, great workouts. Gym is kept clean and organized, ran by some very kind people that treat costumers with respect. Even got an opportunity to work here for a semester during my undergrad. Would recommend as one of the best gyms in the Cape.

I was vacationing in Cape Coral and looked up participating gyms that accepted Healthways memberships. You have your big commercial gyms and this local gym. Tried it… immediately fell in love with this gym. It is now one of my MUST visit places when I come down to FL. Worth more than 5 stars if I could.

Health & Strength was my gym of choice every time I would visit Cape Coral until I finally moved in, when of course I signed up for my monthly membership. I was very surprised about the price, comparing theirs to NYC’s prices is night and day, I couldn’t believe it. I really don’t know where some bad reviews are coming from complaining about the owners, they definitely could not be nicer to me. I think we should all do our part, like taking care of the equipment that they as proud owners keep in perfect shape, be courteous with your fellow trainees and with the staff, follow the gym rules that are written everywhere, and you will see that you will receive the same treatment. I take my fitness seriously, I have been in many gyms before (I’ve had 4 gym memberships at the same time!) and this is by far one of the best I know. I’m still to see a dumbell out of place, a sign of out of service on a machine, a piece of garbage on the floor. I absolutely recommend this place!

Great variety of equipment. The interior design and color scheme needs an update. But the gym is very clean, staff was friendly. Will definitely be coming back! Very positive experience

I recently switched my membership to Smash. I-FOUND-MY-GYM!!!! This place is awesome!!! Tons of equipment with a friendly staff and equally nice members! My workouts are enjoyable again thanks to SMASH!

A wonderful place the smash fitness is awesome and the music hits the beat pretty good. And the new equipment is perfection.

The best machines for real muscle building. Great gym, great price.

It's a great gym, no pool or sauna, everything you need for a full body workout .

Love this gym. The people are very nice and help you out whenever you need something. Fully recommend it.

Good gym, great people 💪🏽 highly recommend.

Love the classes, love Sandra and Lily Zumba- with Angelica back please bring back Monday night Zumba! She’s the most interesting choreographer, folks love her unique style and will come!!!!

An awesome gym! Lots of variety of equipment, unique machines, anything you’d want/need & more