Tequila & Deadlifts

Richmond, 2614 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23220 | ★ 4.9 (58 Review)

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About the Club

We are not your average gym.

We believe in balance. We’re here to help you build that balance. We believe in functional fitness. The kind of fitness you need to handle day-to-day life. The “Everyday Strength.” To enjoy the cake and the hard work and to celebrate all the victories in between. We’ll teach you how to lift the heavy stuff properly, so that you also know how to put it down and walk away. We’re not just going to build muscle, we’re going to build a mindset. No diets, no fads, no extremes- just consistency and support with your goals and training journey. We’re going to show you how you too can be balanced and badass.
Will you join us?

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millerk52192

★ 5

I’ve been going to Tequila and Deadlifts for over 2 years now and highly recommend this gym. Friendly trainers and a well maintained space without the crowds of a typical commercial gym make it an ideal place to workout.

I train with Will, and at 32 have never felt more fit than I do now. Will takes a functional approach to fitness, and varies the workouts from session to session so it keeps them fresh and engaging. Most notably, when I came to T&D I had chronic knee pain… now I can’t remember the last time my knee bothered me even while squatting more than I could in my 20s

Training can be expensive anywhere but I’d definitely say I’ve gotten my moneys worth and would recommend this place to anyone looking to start or further their fitness journey.

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Tara Larrick

★ 5

Great personalized instruction from a dedicated trainer. I have done a lot of different workouts in my life and worked with several trainers in the past, but the ones Kerith designs are by far the most effective and challenging. She listens to your fitness goals and knows just how hard to push you during a workout. I hadn’t really worked out much over the past year, but Kerith was able to create a workout regimen that was manageable and effective. I highly recommend her and her team at T&D.

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Mama B

★ 5

Love it here. Very welcoming for all ages and physical conditions.

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Philip Scranage

★ 5

Justin is great! Gave me a great workout and good pointers for flexibility in daily living.

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Yingying Li

★ 5

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Kathy Nguyen

★ 5

Been going to T&D and training with Justin for 7 months now and it’s been a wonderful experience! The gym feels very inclusive and welcoming, not at all like a traditional gym membership

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Tyler Nealy

★ 5

HIGHLY recommend Alyssa. She has the best attitude and provides an awesome environment for fitness and health. Training with her MAKES me look forward to our sessions every week. She takes the time to get to know you, your goals, and performs a great assessment on your capabilities. Snag her now before her books get full, you won’t be disappointed.

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Taryn Rickman

★ 5

I have been training at T&D with Alyssa since July 2023. I began working out with Alyssa after being cleared to workout again after suffering a nasty break of my tib/fib in February 2023. She has helped me regain strength since my injury and I am stronger than I was before my injury. Alyssa challenges me and supports me, always checking in to make sure nothing is hurting and I am activating what I am supposed to be activating.

She is so patient and kind- she never hesitates to show me an exercise again or explain something when I inevitably forget what I am doing set to set. I am really looking forward to continuing to train with Alyssa as she helps me become stronger and reach my goals as an athlete returning after injury.

So THANK YOU Alyssa, and Tequila & Deadlifts! I love y'all and I cannot recommend them enough!

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Paul Delfino

★ 5

The best personal trainer gym in town!

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Yvaine Solomon

★ 5

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gabrielle creevy

★ 5

Absolutely love this gym. The entire staff is so nice and welcoming. And of course I love supporting a independently woman owned gym. My experience here starts a little over a year ago I joined this gym wanting to focus more on my fitness. I always struggled keeping up with my own routine at the gym as I would get bored or felt like I hit a wall in advancing on my own because of previous injuries. Training with my own trainer, Charles, has completely changed my life; which I know sounds hyperbolic, but it is absolutely true. I thought that pain I experienced from past injuries was just something I had to push through or deal with for the rest of my life. Being that I am a very active person the pain I experienced got in the way of a lot of my life and hobbies. Now I experience essentially no pain from my previous injuries. I initially thought that I would only go for a few months to learn new things and get into a routine. I never thought that it was something I would pay for forever. A year later and I don’t think of the cost as a service but as part of my healthcare. So happy I decided to come here.

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Kylie S

★ 5

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McAllister Rybak

★ 5

I have had classes here and it was an awesome experience. Laid back people. Very positive and accepting. The stretch classes with Lexi and relieved aches and pains I have suffered for years. I cannot say enough about how great this place is!

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Keith Toth

★ 5

I have had the privilege and joy of training at Tequila & Deadlifts for the past year. This past year has been very transformative for me in my training. My trainer, Charles Austin, has been exceptional and all of the staff at T&D have been so very welcoming and encouraging. The gym has all of the equipment that one could want and all is in excellent condition. Great attention is given to the cleanliness of the workout space. In addition to all of this, the culture of T&D is one of being open and affirming to all. I am so very thankful that I found my way to T&D and look forward to training here for years to come. Heartfelt congrats and thanks to all at T&D!

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Austin Lewis

★ 5

Great space with trainers committed to make fitness a rewarding experience, Adam makes it fun and engaging!

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Gary Walker

★ 5

Tequila and Deadlifts is hands down the best gym I've ever been to! From the moment I walked through the doors, I knew I had found a fitness haven that was unlike any other.

First and foremost, the staff at Tequila and Deadlifts are absolutely top-notch. Their knowledge and expertise are unmatched, and they genuinely care about helping you achieve your fitness goals. They take the time to understand your needs and tailor a personalized workout plan that suits you perfectly.

What sets this gym apart is its incredible inclusive environment. No matter your fitness level or background, you are welcomed with open arms. It's a place where everyone feels like they belong, and the sense of community is truly inspiring. Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer or a beginner, you'll find support and encouragement here.

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Maria Castillo

★ 5

In November of 2022 I was looking for something to push me and keep me accountable. Through a quick search, I found Tequila & Deadlifts and fell in love with the vibe and connection to community. I was quickly put in contact with Charles and have been consistently working out with him since then. The atmosphere is so supportive and I always look forward to my workouts! Because of Charles, I feel exponentially stronger and more confident. I recommend Tequila & Deadlifts to anyone looking to try out personal training!

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Samantha

★ 5

Can’t say enough amazing things about this place!! It’s so much more than a gym - Kerith has built such a welcoming community and my trainer Mallory goes above and beyond. All of the trainers are warm and welcoming, the equipment and s pace is awesome, and you can’t find a better spot in RVA

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Sim Rivers

★ 5

Tequila & Deadlifts has genuinely changed my life. I was weight training on my own for five years (two of them with at-home workouts during covid) before linking up with Adam Turck. Since joining T&D, I have made more visible and quantifiable progress than in all five previous years. I had messed up my mobility and needed a hamstring compression cuff on a daily basis to move around without pain, and in less than two months of training with Adam I'm moving pain-free, cuff-free, and more efficiently than I have in years.

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Lauren Byrd

★ 5

Training with Charles here has transformed my life. I've had multiple shoulder surgeries and related issues, and I was struggling with weight gain and muscle loss on top of various chronic pain issues. He carefully and methodically helped me regain my strength, and ultimately, my self, so I am so thankful this little gym gem is here in The Fan. The owner clearly values empowerment, self-care, and has created a welcoming space that is the polar opposite of cookie cutter big gyms. Training here is affordable, and I love that I am supporting a local business. Highly recommend!

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Ricky Clouser

★ 5

The staff is great. I drive from North Chesterfield 3 days a week to train with Charles. It feels like a community and gym. Ownership puts money back into the gym and is constantly making improvements and adding equipment. I like seeing the money I spend stay in the community and not go to some corporation.

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Emily Posner

★ 5

I started working with Charles at Tequila and Deadlifts 5 months ago to focus on overall strength, injury prevention, and to get better at my tennis game. I chose T&D because of the inclusive/welcoming space, and because I wanted to work with a personal trainer to hold me accountable and help me achieve my goals. I feel a lot more confident in the gym and feeling stronger already. I wanted to get back into running and I feel like my strength training at T&D has enabled that to happen. I appreciate that the workouts are tailored to me and I feel that my trainer is able to meet me where I'm at / make modifications as we go, which I'm grateful for (especially as someone who is not great at asking for help). Looking forward to continuing my journey at T&D!

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R B

★ 5

Tequila & Deadlifts is a place that I always look forward to going to, and never want to leave. The environment and all who are a part of this organization are friendly, comforting, and supportive. As someone who had shied away from free weights and any type of weight-training due to body image, confidence, and a lack of knowledge, I can now walk into any gym, anywhere, and confidently put together a work-out, know what weights to choose, and most importantly, know the proper form for executing said lift and/or exercise. I am fortunate to be a client (and friend) of Adam Turck for the better part of 5 years. With his help and encouragement, I have achieved weight goals I did not think possible, have gained a ton of self-confidence, and at 53, am in the best shape I have ever been in my life. I cannot recommend T&D enough. They deserve way more than just 5 stars.

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Lauren Epps

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Travis Rickman

★ 5

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Bill Le

★ 5

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Julian Nieto

★ 5

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Marc Miller

★ 4

My wife and I visited Tequila & Deadlifts to see the facility and talk to their staff about their operation. We spoke to Patrick. He was very professional and personable. He interviewed us to better understand what we were looking for in a gym and explained in detail how he felt he could help us achieve our goals. After our experience, I would definitely recommend visiting if you are looking for a gym in RVA.

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Jeff Mahan (Wordsandrandomnumbers)

★ 5

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Judy Montgomery

★ 5

Going to tequila and deadlifts for the last year has been the best experience I have ever had at a gym. The community of clients and trainers is so supportive and encouraging no matter what goals an individual has. Working with Zach H was incredible and that experience has given me some of my favorite memories ever. Not only did he make the gym a more comfortable place and increase my confidence while working out but he got me to all of the goals we discussed in the beginning of training together. I highly recommend tequila and deadlifts to anyone looking to make friends and enjoy working out in a small safe environment.

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Rachel Ann Williams

★ 5

Very Clean facility and good location. I trained with Zach who is awesome! He is very patient and adaptive. I have ankle and foot issues from a surgery and working with him has helped me improve my mobility and also helped me tone up.

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Lucy Dunn

★ 5

I did a consultation at T&D and got paired with Zach based on my lifting goals. He has really helped me become more confident about my lifting and to hit PR’s that I would have doubted myself on otherwise. Everyone around the gym is super supportive and it is a great environment overall! If you are sick of commercial gyms, I would encourage you to look into Tequila and deadlifts and their highly skilled trainers.

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Reed Landin

★ 5

Trained with Zach Hash at Tequila & Deadlifts. Zach is an extremely thoughtful and knowledgeable trainer that can work with a huge range of experience. I came to him wanting to get more experience with power lifting and strength training. I saw amazing improvement working with him and highly recommend him to anyone. He definitely motivates and pushes you in your workouts and takes the time to track and record your progress every session.

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Emma Parolisi

★ 5

I’ve been training with personal trainer Zach here for a couple months now and cannot say enough good things about him & the gym overall! Great place with amazing trainers who are all super friendly to everyone 😊 Definitely the most open, inclusive, non-judgmental workout facility I’ve ever been to, and training with Zach has changed my life!!

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Heather Honious

★ 5

Kerith has curated a wonderful and inclusive gym. The facility is clean and tidy, and her team of trainers is top notch. This truly is a space where fitness is for everyone. I’ve been lifting here for about a year and I only have good things to say, and I’ve referred several of my friends as well.

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Autumn Somers

★ 5

Great atmosphere! Awesome trainers! Lovely spa above it!

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Eddie Webster

★ 5

Great place! Great atmosphere! Friendly, intelligent trainers who help you be the best. Highly recommend!

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Cortland Moone

★ 5

I have been going here since last August. I love this gym. Great trainers, great equipment, and very professional. Way better for increasing strength than the big box gyms.

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David Clarke

★ 5

T&D offers a friendly, welcoming environment with a diverse staff and clientele. The trainers are top notch and serious about their craft. If you are looking to improve and maintain your health, strength and body confidence look no further.

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Nadia Nowzadi

★ 5

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Rachael Sillman

★ 5

Tequila and Deadlifts is an amazing facility with an amazing staff. I highly recommend this gym to anyone in the Richmond area looking for personal training. Tequila and Deadlifts also offers super affordable rates, and they have a spa :)

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Jill Abernathie

★ 5

Love Kerith! She’s so passionate and was able to create such an amazing inclusive space!

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Evan Campbell

★ 5

I’ve been a member of Tequila and Deadlifts for about a year. I’ve never considered myself a “fitness guy” because I was always intimidated by using equipment and weights in a productive way without exacerbating restaurant industry related ailments and pains. But Kerith has taught me so much about how to strengthen the muscles in my body to improve those ailments and pains. Its a super supportive and professional staff, extremely clean and safe environment, and all-around lovely atmosphere. At this point, I can’t imagine going to one of the “big name” gyms in the area. Highly recommend.

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Stephanie Millholland

★ 5

I love this gym! I've been a member for almost two years now, and have gotten to watch it transform from just 1 trainer in a tiny portion of the room into this amazing network and team of knowledgeable trainers. As a restaurant industry worker herself, the owner, Kerith, set out to open a gym that was affordable and accessible to bar staff, wait staff, and folks in other industries who want to be healthy without having to sign their life away or pay exorbitant fees. Onto the training aspect itself, Kerith takes a personal approach to each client, taking time to listen to goals, previous struggles and just about anything going on, and from there, designs a program to help you achieve those goals. She is extremely knowledgeable in matters fitness and diet, but if you should happen to stumble or stray, is gently encouraging and will be the first to remind you of the greatness she sees in you. And, she expects the same level of professionalism from the trainers she brings on - those I've met have been kind, easy-going, fun and respectful.

Kerith takes cleanliness very seriously and has established strict protocol and procedures to keep her gym safe and accessible through the pandemic.

AND, there's a spa and hair salon upstairs now. Yes, seriously.

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Jasmin Eivins

★ 5

This space is awesome! Kerith (the owner) has done an amazing job! I highly recommend working with her or another of their knowledgeable personal trainers. And don’t forget to get a massage from Hilary if you’re feeling tight or need to relax!

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Lauren Lynn

★ 5

Tequila & deadlifts provides a welcoming space with great equipment and the most knowledgeable trainers!

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Carter Snipes

★ 5

Great gym and Excellent trainers!

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Eddie Herndon

★ 5

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Hilary Beaudoin

★ 5

I’ve been going to T&D for almost a year and love it. Such a great community of trainers and clients that all respect each other and follow COVID guidelines to a T. The owner is AMAZING and is always putting her heart and soul into making it an inclusive gym environment. Proud to be a client here!

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Butter & Filth

★ 5

Tequila and deadlifts is under such caring and creative leadership. Kerith’s concept serves both herself, her trainers, and the community in such a multitude of ways (the story of her vision is so inspiring). If you’re seeking a way to work out and feel good about the money you’re spending, this is a great place to invest in yourself.

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Norma Shaver

★ 5

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Lori Koch

★ 5

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Kendell Terry

★ 5

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Jason

★ 5

Excellent space to workout and a supportive community of trainers who are knowledgeable and professional - glad to be a part of this gem of a gym in Richmond.

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Jamie Hoover

★ 5

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Lynnee Gregory

★ 5

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Rocky “TATTERTOTT” Tate

★ 5

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Kelly Lake

★ 5

My husband and I just trained with Kerith. Awesome workout, cute space, great company, affordable rates! A+

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