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ALIGN is a private training studio, applied research facility and educational hub located in the heart of Washington, DC. Our mission is to distill & democratize the latest in fascial research for our audience which ranges from physicians & practitioners to athletes & the general population.
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Kyle Fricker
★ 5
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Kevin Coumes
★ 5
Christopher & Baran plus the entire Align team are fantastic!
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Joseph
★ 5
Align is truly exceptional. After a serious injury three years ago, working with Chris and his team has been a game-changer in my recovery. Chris helped me rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence, guiding me toward a new version of normal I wasn’t sure was possible. His deep knowledge of the human body, combined with genuine care and consistent positivity, makes every session empowering. You can tell he loves what he does, and it shows in the results. I’m incredibly grateful for Chris and the Align team.
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Ruth Compton
★ 5
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Adina Docter
★ 5
If you are a personal trainer, PT, coach, or movement teacher, run, don't walk to ALIGN in DC. This studio has everything you need to stay current with the latest fascia research that you can immediately apply in your practice. I'm a Melt Instructor, movement educator, and somatic therapist. I go to ALIGN to continue my wellness journey and study with ALIGN practitioners who are curious, adept, and are masterful in their work. I feel so lucky that this world-class studio is right here in D.C.
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Artise Fletcher
★ 5
The moment I walked into Align I immediately loved the energy of the space. I had the pleasure of taking Savannah’s “Align and Flow” class and was fascinated by her teaching skills. As a visual learner, I greatly appreciate when instructors show and tell. Chris the owner was kind, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I highly recommend if you desire a unique, in depth, rich learning experience of the anatomy.
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Tray McCurdy
★ 5
Chris, Savannah, Derrick, Stacey... what a great group to have on your side. Incredibly knowledgeable, caring and thoughtful.
I felt 80% better after the first week and know that i have an at-home treatment plan that sets me up for long-term wellness.
Wearing my align t shirt proudly!
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Ben Scharadin
★ 5
Christopher and his team are fantastic at all aspects of the client experience. I worked with ALIGN for 8 weeks with a 1 on 1 session and group class each week to address pain at the base of my Achilles/heel. I really appreciated their full body approach that begins with the intake assessment. We addressed issues to begin the healing process for my injury, performed exercises to fully rehab old injuries, and talked about future injury prevention.
Not only did I learn about techniques in class, but Christopher and the team provided videos and exercises for me to continue recovery on my own after moving away from D.C.
I highly recommend ALIGN for many reasons, but the top two are the team's wide and deep knowledge of fascia and their genuine interest in teaching the techniques, so the client can complement the work done in class or 1 on 1 sessions.
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Kevin Bennett
★ 5
After just a few sessions Christopher has transformed how I feel. My back pain is gone, he is teaching me how to better take care of myself and my body. It’s been a complete game changer. One of the best decisions I’ve made in a long time.
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Caroline Makepeace
★ 5
This is the place I’ve been looking for all my life. Nowhere else offers this unique focus on bridging the gap between fascial health/remodeling and strength training, guided by amazingly gifted and intelligent practitioners who are also kind, supportive, fun humans. The atmosphere is fully welcoming and non-judgmental, the process is engaging, and I learn something new every time I enter the studio. Moreover, I am finally out of pain, and looking forward to some serious strength and mobility gains, even as a 60+ woman. Never have I left a studio session feeling anything but energized, hopeful and happy, in both body and mind!
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Graham Wilder
★ 5
Every time I gush to a friend about Align, they ask me “well, what do they actually do?” It’s a difficult question to answer, but as a longtime client, I’ll take a shot. Chris and his staff experts make knowledge and experience-based microadjustments to specific movements, retraining the human body’s patterns and reflexes. Over time, your underactive muscles strengthen, overactive muscles are used less often, and you get a healthier and better-balanced body while making leaps in terms of strength and function.
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Agatha Tomasik
★ 5
Really wonderful and unique (or at least, hard to find) approach to fitness that applies a deep knowledge of human anatomy. The instructors all wonderful, the facility is top notch, and I have learned something new in every class.
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Nishan Halim
★ 5
I’ve known of ALIGN for a few years now, but never got around to scheduling an appointment. I finally took the initiative and to say they have exceeded my expectations is an understatement. I consider myself an active and well-rounded fitness athlete. I played several varsity sports throughout High School and College, and have participated in powerlifting, CrossFit, calisthenics, running, etc over the last 20 years. I’ve worked with multiple modalities of trainers and physical therapists. The team at ALIGN is the most well-rounded, educated, knowledgeable and talented bunch I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.
Being a medical professional, I have a strong appreciation for their expertise and continued dedication to pursuing education as well as being a teaching facility.
My advice is don’t wait!! I know I regret not getting in to see ALIGN sooner…
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Fotios Stravoravdis
★ 5
Extremely knowledgeable staff, offering personalized and unique programs to their clients.
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Rachel Moore
★ 5
The group classes are a really great value and cover prehab work I know I for one need to do a lot more often. I recently hurt my back muscles and everything hurt, even breathing. Chris explained that it wasn't just the area where I felt pain but that it was an entire muscle group and worked that area in a way I can only describe as good, relieving hurt. A couple days later I was back to my usual workout routine pain-free. Chris works miracles; I can't recommend him enough.
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john
★ 5
Had a wonderful experience with Chris. I attended a class which (coincidentally) was focused primarily on the areas I sustained serious injury on a few years ago. Left class feeling wonderful and will definitely be taking the knowledge/exercises showing to me and applying them to my routine training. Thank you Chris!
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Edward Chen
★ 5
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Jason Rosner
★ 5
Such a great team, I’ve been going for the last year and had a chance to work with almost all of the trainers in that time. They all take time to identify my specific needs and make a completely unique treatment/workout plan. Would absolutely recommend to everyone regardless of age or starting physical ability.
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Jessica DuRousseau
★ 5
Chris and his team are amazing! It’s such a blessing to have access to their knowledge and research. I’ve learned a ton from them and am able to apply new techniques to my training.
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Kent Boston
★ 5
Incredible staff with amazing knowledge and interest in helping clients reach their fitness needs. I’m so happy I found this level of service. Align is what I’ve been looking for.
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Willie Acklin
★ 5
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Fritz Hubig
★ 5
The best body workshop in Washington DC and the reason for my continued success in not looking anywhere near my age. An unbelievable staff with the knowledge of the deep down body processes to keep in top condition.
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Well Fit Life
★ 5
Christopher and his staff's knowledge about the human body is out of this world.
I am a human movement professional, own a facility, and have worked with people from all over the world - there are few people who understand how to re-organize the body to reduce pain and increase function like Align.
If you want some of the most advanced, longevity focused, pain relieving work I've ever experienced, this is your place.
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Susan Riecken
★ 5
If you are looking for a gym where a spandex-clad trainer barks as you count reps and encourages you to feel the burn, you will be happier elsewhere.
But, if you want to understand your body better, have an issue with an aching body part, or just want to be more comfortable in your own skin, this is the place and these are the practitioners.
The approach is personalized and collaborative. Offerings are virtual and in-person.
The staff is always learning, and seminal research on fascia and how it affects every move we make, is is taking place right here.
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Oriana Terravecchia
★ 5
I’m so thankful to have found this place. For months I was dealing with back and shoulder pain and felt completely hopeless that things would get better. The instructors at Align are a godsend, the interior decoration is awesome, and the exercises really work. I’ve learned so much on how to take care of my body at my time here. The atmosphere is so positive and motivational. If you're dealing with any sort of pain or wish to learn and strengthen your body, I recommend you give this place a try. I really enjoyed learning about the science behind the manual work we do, the instructors are highly skilled and personable.
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Liz Harvey
★ 5
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Fritz Hubig
★ 5
Most amazing life changing body work place ever!
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Nicole Elysian
★ 5
I've taken classes through a variety of instructors here, all virtually. First off, their virtual setup is top notch. Also, I've not only felt amazing after each class, but i ALWAYS learned something new - either a new move on the roller/balls or about myself/my body! Bonus!
I've been taking various virtual restorative classes since having a major surgery in April. I really feel that these are some of the best educated practitioners in the DC area (& beyond?), who really care about helping their clients improve overall for whatever they're looking for. I know I've regained my range of motion and strength and reduced the level of pain I was in pretty significantly since working with Align.
Seriously just try it. It's worth it. You are gonna feel better. Just send them a message and they can direct you to what you're needing. I'm so glad I found this studio!
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Carole Feld
★ 5
The best fitness studio in the area, maybe the nation. Applies the latest Fascia research with a customized fitness approach for each client. Work with an incredible group of practitioners and helpful and awesome staff. Founded by fascia guru Chris Rodousakis. Stay young and flexible and feeling great no matter your age from people in their 20’s to beyond.
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Motivate Personal Fitness Academy
★ 5
Last week I hopped on a plane from CA to DC to attend an educational event at Align. Let me tell you, the course was top notch, hands on, and educationally rich. The facility is world class, and the staff matches that. I cannot wait to attend another course here in the future and hope to continue to learn from Chris!
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Jeroen Nasnl
★ 5
Amazing place with super dedicated and knowledgeable team.
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Scott Hoenig
★ 5
I've been coming to Align and working with its owner, Chris, for years. He and his fantastic staff focus on each client's body specifically, and understand it better than I do. This is a studio where the team is always learning more about how the body works, and learning new techniques to improve it. They're fully committed to their work and their clients.
There are a hundred places in this city where you can sweat and lift heavy weights--don't come here just for that. The team here is more concerned with helping you improve your flexibility, range of motion, balance, and stamina, along with strength. They don't just show me how to do something, but tell me why. They've helped me understand how my body works (the muscles, fascia, joints, etc.) and how I can improve it throughout the day as well as when I'm working out.
I usually leave a session at Align a lot more exhausted than when I started, but I always leave feeling better.
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Robin Walker Salas
★ 5
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