Atlas Fitness

Great attitude, and a lot of motivation. Our trainer is fantastic! One of the best businesses in Capitol Hill.

This is the best gym I’ve trained in for many years. Extremely knowledgeable staff, along with a facility that is well-​designed, and well-​utilized. I remember that before I joined, I thought that it almost appeared like a small place — until you get in there. You won’t believe how spacious it actually is once you go inside it, so it’s kinda got that Dr. Who TARDIS-​like quality to it (somebody will get that reference).
Apart from the savant-​level skills of the trainers, I’m really impressed to see that people of all differing abilities/​fitness levels train here, and every level is welcomed. You’ll definitely WORK here — no time for gym selfies — but that’s WHY you’re coming — to make yourself better. I’m also glad to say that the trainers take individual goals/​interests into account, so my training has been continually tweaked and adjusted to account for my goal of becoming a better endurance athlete. Others might come in for strength buildup, whatever, and they adjust depending on what it is you need/​want as a result.
This is a really welcome addition to Capitol Hill, and it’s definitely an (iron) gem. Of a gym. Ok, fine, I’ll stop typing now.

It is impossible to not see results. It is all private workouts and these guys know what they are doing. They train the trainers.

This is one of the best gyms I have ever worked out at throughout many years of travelling and living in different cities. It is by far the cleanest gym I have ever been to and the most organized.
Tim and his team of trainers are very knowledgeable, and they rotate class schedules so that you and your body don’t get complacent with redundancy. They added a kettlebell class this summer that was killer; the TRX class always works your core.
I’ve taken personal training classes during the week in addition to the morning group classes. The personalized training sessions were geared to my goals. When I arrived, Gabe had a plan in place for the day. He wasn’t winging it. And he built my sessions around the other classes I was taking during the week so that I obtained a full body workout every week.
One of the biggest surprises that I enjoyed was the «Flow» class on Sunday mornings. It’s really yoga, and Gabriella was amazing. As I had never taken yoga in my life, I was concerned. But after the first session, I couldn’t wait for the following week.
I highly recommend this gym.

If you live/​work on Capitol Hill, the Eastern Market area, or by Navy Yard, I recommend that you take a class or three here. Don’t be put off by the small size, you WILL get a workout! They have a diverse selection of equipment. I took the evening bootcamp w/​Durrell and I’m hooked. Looking forward to trying their other classes.

Incredible gym! I am an endurance athlete (triathlete, currently training for an Ironman). The personalized attention I have received at Atlas is second to none! As a triathlete, I need to use various different training methods and Atlas has a «dream team» of coaches who are experts in a wide range of endurance and sport-​specific training programs. I typically go for strength training (Rob is a beast and a great coach to work with), agility training (intervals that focus on quick linear and lateral movements, focusing on those muscles that we endurance athletes don’t necessarily develop as much as we should), and endurance-​specific workouts on the Ergometer, treadmill or bike trainer.
Tim is an incredible trainer (and person, in general). He works with me to enhance my strengths and he is a true pro at identifying any weaknesses or imbalances to target those areas.
Eric is an endurance gu-​ru who has obviously immersed himself in the endurance sport world. He designs excellent workouts, always focused on identifying my specific goals and working to achieve those goals.
It’s great to work out with people who are so varied in their backgrounds. On any given day, I might be working out next to a cyclist, a runner, a swimmer, a body-​builder, a yoga instructor, etc. etc. The clientelle is quite varied and the coaches are obviously such experts in each discipline.
If you are looking to have true experts help you to achieve your goals, THIS IS THE PLACE! Everyone is incredibly friendly and extremely knowledgable. Whether it’s strenght training, endurance sports training, droping weight, or just a structured way to stay in shape, I would HIGHLY recommend you check them out!
–Mark

I’ve been going to Atlas for almost 6 months and have been incredibly impressed with their facilities, classes and trainers.
I can highly recommend Tim and Durrell as exceptional trainers. Their workouts are well-​designed to work out your whole body where it doesn’t feel boring or monotonous. The facilities offer TRX (suspension training), free weights, kettlebells and a tire. Yes, a tire you can flip.
I used their personal training service which was a great experience. Extremely flexible in scheduling and the prices were lower than other gyms in the district.

Atlas is such a great place to train. Has a much better feel than the larger, corporate gyms. Highly recommend this gym for all levels of athletes/​gym goers.

I can’t say enough good things about Atlas Fitness. Owner Tim Bruffy has brought together a great team of personal trainers and group fitness instructors that are engaging, dynamic and always finding new ways to challenge people.
Tim has used the space really creatively, even having some equipment custom made for the space and for the cool, unique workouts he puts together. A wide range of equipment, from strong men training tools like atlas stones and logs, to sandbags, kegs, kettlebells, and other more traditional training gear, plus a cool boxing area are all available. He’s also teamed up a local yoga studio to offer yoga classes in house. Regardless of what you’re looking from in a workout, you’ll find it at Atlas.
I’ve tried out a lot of gyms and bootcamps around DC and on the Hill, and hands down, Tim and his team are the best!