Shape Fitness For Women

I started going here in the summer of 2015 and had to pause going due to sickness in my family. Ray and Paola understood that I had to take this break to take care of my personal business and allowed me to return when I could. When I returned (Dec 3^rd 2015) I was heavier than I was when I left and ready to jump back in… and Paola was ready to have me JUMP! It is an environment of working hard without killing you… pushing you without stressing you out… Paola is always watching to see if you can handle more, and adjusting as needed… and she also watching to see if it is too much and offering an alternative… It is a judgement free zone with support and kindness and humor as needed… Class sizes are small if that is the route that you choose to go and everyone there is friendly… in this last month I have noticed that I am stronger (if not thinner yet as I am still working on the food aspect of my life) and gaining more confidence in the workouts and seeing that I am adjusting up instead of seeking the offered alternatives…

I have been going to Shape Fitness for years. Paola is a wonderful trainer. She is aware of her client’s needs and physical
limitations. The training sessions are always challenging and different for each session. A definite recommend if you are looking for personalized or small group training in an intimate setting.

I am so happy to have found and joined Shape Fitness. Paola and Ray are an amazing team of trainers who have not only helped me get back into the shape I wanted, but given me the motivation and drive to be healthier in other aspects of my live. Paola definitely pushes you to the limit, giving you challenging and effective workouts taught in a very patient, and supportive way. I find the small classes themselves to be fun, which is a huge plus for me because my lazy bones frequently hate doing exercise (that’s why I joined in the first place, lol). I recommend this fitness center to anyone that enjoys doing an ever changing variety of exercises in a calm and fun environment. They are also great with working with you if you need to reschedule sessions.

Trainers, Ray and Paolo are pleasant, yet strict and professional trainers. Paolo is the primary trainer, but Ray is involved as well when not enrolling new participants. Their training environment is intimate and non-​intimidating. Class size is always small, and varies depending on participants’ schedules and cancellations. I’ve had sessions alone and up to a group of 6 or seven. Average group size is 4 or 5. It doesnt matter though, because you ALWAYS get attention as if you were in an one-​on-​one training session.
Participants’ age, weight, and goals are diverse. Some want to lose weight, some tone up, and others seek conditioning/​strength. Paolo and Ray are senstive to everyone’s needs and objectives. We do calisthenics, sometimes with small weights, as well as use equipment at times. If you have injuries, workouts will be altered to ensure that you don’t hurt yourself. Sessions are an half hour, but packed with routines. No workout is the same, which ensures you won’t get bored, but more importantly makes certain that you get full body workouts. They even provide workout routines to follow if you are on vacation.
I highly recommend Shape Fitness for Women to meet your fitness needs. Session packages are reasonably priced, and they offer sale packages at times. They also link you to a nutrition program. In addition, they are flexible and understanding about timely rescheduling. With their support, I have lost over 20 pounds.

I’m 2 months in and the process so far has been fantastic. Paola and Ray are both incredible people. You can tell they truly care about their clients in the fitness studio and out. This isn’t one of those chain muscle gyms but a private studio with more direct attention. Paola works directly with a small group of women and although It’s a group session, I can tell you I am challenged at my own pace and level every time. The routine is always changing, focusing on different areas but always working the core. Packages are at great prices, a steal considering the service you get. They also offer meal plans. Joining shape was one of the best decisions I’ve made.

I decided to contact the team at Shape Fitness for women after seeing the excellent reviews on here. Ray, one of the proprietors and trainers, responded swiftly and invited me to the studio the next day so that he could answer my queries in person while I checked out the studio. Ray was kind enough to wait for me outside, as it was my first time visiting and I wasn’t exactly sure where to go.
As a lot of people have mentioned the studio smells great and has a nice spa-​like vibe. Ray went through, pricing technique and program details and invited me to check out a class before committing to a package. I joined Paola’s class with just two other people in it and really enjoyed it. I haven’t worked out rigorously in years, and while I felt challenged, I was never pushed too hard in a way that might make me never want to come back.
I went back later in the week, as was able to get one-​on-​one training, as no one else had signed up for that time slot and I loved it! Ray and Paola are great solo & together. Having classes every half hour is just such a great idea, as it ensures that you probably won’t ever be in a absolutely packed class and get always get the right amount of attention.
When I signed up Ray was honest in that they’d be closed for a month for renovations and adjusted my contract accordingly, which I appreciated. I can’t wait to get back to the program in the new space and update my review with a fifth star!

A safe and motivating way to start exercising after years of inactivity. The thirty-​minutes work out are intense — the perfect length. A great complement to some week end outdoor activities, as the lessons focus on specific muscles. Love how Paola gives personal directions for the right posture to be kept during the exercise.

I just recently started with Shape Fitness and I have to say it’s ideal for women like myself who are just starting to get to get in shape. The half hour classes are perfect, as it is focused attention that is not overwhelming but gets the job done. If you are looking for personal attention and great people to train you, Shape Fitness is the place for you.

Shape Fitness for Women was the best money I ever spent. Ray and Paola are excellent and knowledgeable trainers. They really make you work hard and smart during your sessions. I like that they took the time to listen to me, my fitness goals, and put it into a great program. I never liked working out and now I really enjoy my weekly sessions. If you need a little push to get you back on the fitness track, they are the people to call.

I had first joined last November 2014. I had to stop going for family reasons. I didn’t know that if you didn’t show up, you loose your place, etc… When I went back a few weeks ago Ray and Paola were very nice and reinstated me. They were very helpful also to get me into the Biometrics Nutrition & Fitness program again. I just had to pay extra charge cause I let my membership expire.
Now my review on this prgoram. I love it. It’s great. Both Ray and Paola are awesome instructors. Both get you to feel sore which is what I like cause it tells me I got a good workout! No pain no gain like they say!!! They help you individually if you need it and make sure you do every excerise correctly.
Ray is a awesome motivator, can never slack off with him. He pushes me to my limit but I can always take a break if I need one. I have back problems, and they show me a different way to do the excerise where I don’t hurt myself or cause myself pain while doing the workout.
Paola is awesome as well. She really works you hard. Love when she does abs and butt excerises, my weak points. She’s also a very sweet person.
If you’re serious about losing weight, or just to get in shape or want to become healthier, this program is the one for you. I extremely highly recoomend Shape Fitness For Women.
I can’t wait for more openings so I can go 3 times a week.
Georgia

Shape Fitness For Women, in Forest Hills is ideal if you truly want to make fitness part of your lifestyle, especially if it has been a while of not exercising regularly.
The best part of Shape Fitness, is the perfect pace of the personal training sessions and the safety and care that Ray and Paola take in customizing your fitness plan.
Training sessions are semi-​private and I’ve never had a session with more than 3 other women at a time. I used to think I wanted 1 on 1 sessions, which they can accommodate, but I like working out with the group.
I feel completely comfortable working out there and I really love the time, attention and care that Ray and Paola take with their respective roles.
Paola is such a smart and skilled trainer and educates you about your muscles and how they respond to each exercise and why and how it works best, as she leads and coaches.
After two months of starting slow and building my strength and endurance, I feel ready to tackle a fundraising bike ride adventure: Ride to Conquer Cancer, a 150 mile, two day cycling ride event on June 6^th and 7^th!
I am going to continue with Shape Fitness For Women and hope you check them out too!

Shape fitness is ideal for women who enjoy more personal attention. Paola and Ray are great trainers and will always make sure you have great form and don’t slack. I absolutely hate working out, it’s never been my thing, but the small classes, great environment and to the point work outs work! Since starting I’ve lost 10lbs and Thats without a strict diet. I’d definitely recommend Shape.

I found a jewel tucked away in Forest Hills. A kind thorough facility that sets themselves apart from the rest. I found myself in need of guidance and support for a healthy lifestyle. This was my first visit and a complete intake of my level of fitness and my customized program to get me where I want to be took place. The atmosphere was zen like the people both Ron and Paula super professional. I look forward to going forward.

Been training just about a week and can’t tell you the difference from other training classes I have taken. Paola is definitely skilled to train you and will not give up on you until you are completed! Great work outs, atmosphere is just right and very patience trainers all in one package deal!
Thank you Paola and Ray! Looking forward to my next class!

After researching… looking high and low for a place in Queens… close to home… I came across Shape Fitness for Women.
Today I met with Paola and Ray and they both seemed they’re more than willing to give me the tools I need to succeed.
I promised them both I would post after our meeting, and once I begin to see results … I will post again and keep fellow Unilocalers up to date…
Working out is a drag, gyms are not my favorite place to be, so I have high hopes I will get the results I set goals for… Shape Fitness apears to offer something totally different from everything else I’ve seen out there in the realm of fitness. Time will tell!
Be sure to check again for follow up feedback!

I was looking to join a gym/​personal training and I found this place on Unilocal.They had great reviews and I decided to call and schedule an appt to check out the program. Ray & Paola was very helpful and explained what it was all about.
I signed up the day I met with them bc it was what I was looking for.
I hope to get the results I’m looking for and hope to post with results.

If you are looking for a more personalized and individualized attention during your work out, shape fitness is the place to be. The sessions are intense and hits on all core body parts, they made me really enjoy working out!

I joined shape fitness in October 2014 and couldn’t be happier! So much so, that I convinced my friend to join with me to be my workout buddy. The classes are super fun, yet challenging, which is a recipe for success! This is the first time that I’ve ever joined a gym where I feel like I’m finally getting the results that I want and because of that I’m always motivated to go. Each class is different and unique; working out different body parts every time. Ray and Paola are very friendly, informative and accommodating if you ever need to switch your schedule around. I would highly recommend this shape fitness to anyone who’s ever spent money on a gym membership and didn’t go for lack of motivation. Having that set workout schedule is what’s helped to keep me motivated.

I joined with Ray a couple of yrs ago. I needed the help and i got it from both Ray and Paola and the way they trained me. it helped me get back into fitness and healthy living in general. they hecame more than just my trainers, they became family.

I found a deal for this on Living Social for Small group fitness and being that I am in the need to loose some weight and I hate the whole gym atmosphere, I decided to give this a try.
As soon I walked in, I had a great feeling about this place. Paola welcomed me in, and introduced me to Ray, both very nice people and you can tell they really want to help you out & are very passionate about this field. The vibe of the studio is very peaceful and zen and it smells sooooo good. Ray takes a lot of pride in every wall piece and furniture he puts into this studio. It’s a very homey feel.
First, I had to fill out a form about our goals and concerns and health issues, we chatted a little bit to get a feel for each other, then I started my session.
Paola was our trainer, but Ray was also watching us and was rooting us on and both of them made sure we worked out to our full potential. As nice as they are, they don’t play. The same thing I hate and Love about them. It’s exactly what you need when like myself, you don’t have your own self motivation.
If you’re not into the whole sweaty, stinky gym atmosphere, and don’t have your own self motivation, I think this is a great alternative and would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to build a healthy lifestyle. I just had my first session and I already bought more sessions for after my Living Social offer runs out.