Total Fitness

Newport News, 6120 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605 | ★ 4.8 (41 Review)

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About the Club

We are the oldest gym in the tidewater area, and have been home to NFL and NBA players, Olympic lifting champs, pro-wrestlers, powerlifters, bodybuilders, and even a world champion arm wrestler. We have helped our members lose hundreds of pounds, get in shape for military service and schools. Prepared others for collegiate sports including wrestling, track and field, football, basketball, tennis and more! We may not be the prettiest gym around, and we may not have the fancy pants equipment, but we do have over 50 years of experience and tradition, and most of all, we know how to get the job done!

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deerfairy

★ 5

I was so nervous to join a gym, and my friend recommended this one. Everyone is friendly and supportive. It may be small, but for those who are shy, it is the perfect place with the best people. There is a lot of equipment and even private classes you can join. My favorite is playing Wall Ball in the mornings!

You can even get 24-hour access if you are on 2nd or 3rd shift!

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Breon Jones

★ 5

This is the best gym in VA!! If you want results, this is the place to be. The owner opens his doors to anyone that wants change. And he will help you reach all of your goals.

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justin lilly

★ 5

I have been working out at total fitness for a few years now. This is hands down the best gym atmosphere I have been a part of. When I originally started working out here I only did the bro workouts of arms and chest. While I was working out one afternoon Sean (the owner of the gym) asked why I never deadlifted or squatted. I expressed that I always injured myself doing the exercises. He proceeded to teach me and my wife appropriate form and technique. The very exercises that used to hurt me are now exercises I enjoy injury free.

Sean and Kelly are the best around in my opinion. I have nothing but great things to say about this gym. Love the gym and I won’t leave here as long as I’m in the area.

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rebagley717

★ 4

Great place for strength training

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Joshua Smith

★ 5

I worked out at a lot of Golds Gyms before I moved to Hampton Roads, and it was OK. Total fitness feels much more like a family. Group training is super affordable- I could never afford a trainer before- and allowed me to start competing at local power lifting competitions. I focus on lifting more weight and getting in shape happens while I’m having fun. I wouldn’t work out anywhere else if I lived within 45 min of Total Fitness. Best 24 hour gym for free weights and affordable training. No question about it.

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Rodney Beltz

★ 5

Great place staff here are awesome and great to work with.

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Mike Robbins

★ 5

Total Fitness is the total package. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, supportive, and encouraging powerlifting community look no further. The owner, Sean Kissell, has an open door that welcomes all who enter!

My teenagers started the group powerlifting youth program in 2020. Powerlifting has boosted their strength both physically and mentally, and they have set several Virginia state records and have competed at a National powerlifting level in Niagara Falls, NY in 2023. Total Fitness has set up my teenagers with a foundation for a lifetime commitment to fitness and success both inside and outside of the gym. Keli Hamman (youth coach) has the heart, knowledge, and passion to help lifters push beyond physical barriers and shatter the mental barriers of limiting beliefs.

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Ryan Young

★ 4

Nice location, lots of equipment and friendly staff.

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Augie Basco

★ 5

Lots of advanced equipment and great people

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August Basco

★ 5

It’s a huge family and everyone is super supportive to new and old lifters alike. Highly recommend

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Mahad Daara

★ 5

Best place to get a good workout in. Plenty of fitness focused training from HIT classes to Power Lifting. It more than just a membership it’s a family,

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Amanda Catino

★ 5

My Husband & I have been members of Total Fitness now for almost a year and we couldn’t be any happier with our decision! Sean & Keli at Total Fitness are the kindest & most helpful people! Their gym is family friendly, all involved! If you’re looking for the biggest & best powerlifting team, they’re your answer! From JRs up to older adults! They’re are our home away from home!

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Marcus Riggs

★ 5

Love Total Fitness! It is a smaller gym in size than your mega gyms but this one has heart. The more seasoned lifters seem to be available to share their knowledge as well as help you on your form. It just seems as if you’re a part of the family.

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Charles Beall

★ 5

This gym is awesome. Super friendly staff. Nice hardcore gym for heavy lifting

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William Waller

★ 5

One of the best gyms I’ve been to across the board, both owners are great at what they do and have helped me by leaps and bounds in the time that I visited their gym.

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Lucy Somervill

★ 5

Total Fitness = Awesome This place is heaven on earth. As soon as you walk in the door you are greeted by an amazing gym dog and a super cool gym owner (Sean). They are constantly working to improve the gym and charisma. LOVE LOVE LOVE this place and it’s people !!

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Tirado Johnson

★ 5

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Zack

★ 5

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Holly Queen

★ 5

Love this place! Just started a week ago in morning classes, and I feel like family. I had zero knowledge of weight lifting and wanted to do something other than cardio. Sean really knows his stuff, and I feel very lucky to be a part of this gym so I can learn and grow. You’ll be sore, but it’s so worth it!!!!

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william keller

★ 4

This is the first jim that I have been in. Lots of equipment in a small space what is positioned so as not to interfere with other equipment and users. Equipment is properly maintained, no rips/rough seats or worn or frayed cables or broken weights.
...I was shown how to use the equipment and given a exercise routine for my personal needs.
...hours of operation is 8am to 8pm. With a premium membership you can have 24 hour access.

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Kathryn Gipson

★ 4

Nice place. Good value for the money, if you use it. Lol. I need to use mine more.

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T B

★ 5

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Robert Juarez

★ 4

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James Bland

★ 5

Great Gym. Great Atmosphere. Great People...

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TONY Stith

★ 5

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joey lenz

★ 5

One of my favorite places that I’ve lifted I can’t wait till I’m back in va to come here again. The staff there are always super nice and a huge shout out to Sean for all the help he gave me while I lifted there

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Kyle Austin

★ 5

I came to total fitness from a five year run with planet fitness. I told myself when I could incline bench press 75 lbs I would graduate myself to a Total Fitness membership. I first heard about the gym from my older brother who previously trained at Total Fitness during his bodybuilding days. When I started to train here I quickly questioned why I hadn't taken my brothers advice to come here sooner. The Total Fitness staff - Sean, Ervin and Tony - have helped me make many corrections to my techniques while I have been here. I was corrected on a lot of bad form that probably would have resulted in injury. The clientele I’ve seen during shifts around the clock are both polite and professional. Everyone there is a part of a community and have different goals but share the same reasons for being there. It's not unusual for someone reach a lift goal and the entire gym breaks out in applause, as everyone is so supportive to each other. I have seen Sean train a class of students and witnessed them get unbelievably stronger. I’ve seen everyday people eventually set records at nationals. There's some kind of historic Bodybuilding/Rocky Balboa nostalgia about this gym. From the moment you walk in you become immediately motivated. You will find this gym has everything you need and nothing you don't. It pained me to cancel my membership as I moved long down the road and couldn't make the commute. I can honestly say I’ve spent time at Planet Fitness, One Life, and a few other Mom & Pop gyms and nothing compares to the experience I had with Total Fitness. I strongly encourage all walks of life, shape or form to come in, get a day pass and try it out.

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Rossie Nabors

★ 5

Great place to workout

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THE UNDERATED DARKNESS

★ 4

Keep it up

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Miki P

★ 5

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Nicola Carmichael

★ 5

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Manuel Brazzle

★ 4

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Hector Naranjo

★ 5

Awesome instructors and the essential equipment needed for weight training.
Price per month and 24 hour access is reasonable.

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Karen Nerak

★ 5

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D. Apple

★ 5

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David Benjamin

★ 2

Optional 24 hour access. It has great potential of becoming a great dungeon gym but the owner is all over the place with the vibe & is incredibly 'money hungry'. I worked out boxing lessons with another member for about 2 weeks. Sean (owner) publicly incorporates a new system (infront of the whole gym) & begins demanding money for past sessions. I moved from Newport News back to Chicago bc of military orders and for 2 months this guy has continued attempts into my account. So meh...

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Luke Hanson

★ 5

No nonsense gym, Old school but very few distractions. Just go in and lift.

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Carter Braswell Sr.

★ 5

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Dana Thurmond

★ 5

No matter what your fitness goals are, they have the equipment you need. Awesome personal training available.

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David Mohajerin

★ 5

Great local place. Great knowledgable staff! Flexible hours and a great price.

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Ryan Bodenstein

★ 5

I went to this gym for years, and it's outstanding. It's not fancy, it's effective. The staff is great, the owners are great, and the people who work out there are great! People from all walks of life go here. The price is great, the hours are better. Plus, the tires outside are HUGE! Really a great gym.

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