★ 5

Gritworks has been highly beneficial for my daughter. We have seen improvements in running form and muscle mass. The team at Gritworks create a fun environment, my kid really looks forward to training each week. I can see her sense of accomplishment after each workout and I can see her becoming more confident as she gets stronger.

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★ 5

Grit has been amazing with my son! They’ve helped him not only improve physically but also gain confidence in himself. Over the past few months, his strength and speed have really improved. The staff is always friendly, and my son looks forward to going each time!

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★ 5

Our son has been benefitting from Gritworks Burlington for over a year now. A couple weeks ago he told me that his trainer, David, is the best coach he has ever had. David and Michael motivate these young adults and children to strive to become the best versions of themselves, in every way. Our son has had such a positive experience at Gritworks, from gaining physical strength to gaining mental confidence to learning how to properly lift weights/have good form to the value of healthy nutrition and good sleep to being surrounded by good and positive people. We feel so fortunate to have this facility and the trainers that make it possible, so close to home. Our son is always looking forward to his next Grit session!

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★ 5

Awesome facility and staff. I have seen great improvement with my son in such a short time at Gritworks. My son enjoys going and is looking forward to improving as he prepares for high school. Gritworks is helping my son become a better athlete and person.

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★ 5

Great atmosphere and environment. Have already seen improvement in our hockey players body control and movement, mechanics, and speed in just a few months. He has really enjoyed training as well.

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★ 5

Both of my boys have been going to Gritworks for years! We have used many gyms, private trainers, coaching events etc. and I can confidently say the trainers at Gritworks are top notch! Our student athletes started their programs from the Bellingham location. We live in Skagit County and the long drive each way was worth every minute. We are so thankful for their new Burlington location, but would still make the drive if they only had the Bellingham location. The Gritworks team leads a holistic approach to athletics and fitness which is awesome. We also love the individualized support our boys have received. As a parent, I appreciate the regular check-ins. I know I can rely on getting a phone call or email to touch base about progress, plans for future work outs, and to just chat about "how things are going?" with our boys. I have one son who is very shy and introverted so getting him out and about can sometimes be a challenge. However, he feels totally comfortable and supported at Gritworks. I love seeing how pumped and excited he is (although totally exhausted from a work out and trainers that are able to encourage him to push himself!) about everything when he wraps up a work out. He sometimes walks in the door sluggish and shy, but walks out the door full of life and energy. I encourage you to give Gritworks a try!

P.S. The picture is a little blurry....it's a screenshot of a video from March of 2023 when my youngest (only 13 years old!) pushed 680 lbs on a sled. One of my favorite check-ins.

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★ 5

Initially we started at grit works to rehab my sons injury, but we realized they offer so much more. As a competitive ECNL soccer player, my son needed to work on building a foundation of strength in order to be able to perform his best. Not only did he receive instruction on what physical things he needed to do, they also addressed the mental/emotional component of an elite athlete, which helped him build confidence and thrive during times of struggle. We cannot recommend grit works enough! Thank you for everything David and Michael

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★ 5

My two boys recently started training at Gritworks as part of the Junior Grit program, and I’ve been incredibly impressed with the experience. From the beginning, Michael and David have been extremely welcoming and made us feel like part of the family. The training environment at Gritworks is positive, fun, and supportive—truly a place where young athletes can grow both on and off the field.

One of the things I love most is their focus on developing the whole athlete. They start with the basics—proper movement patterns, mechanics, and foundational strength—and layer in speed, agility, and power development. Just as importantly, they emphasize the importance of lifelong habits, such as good nutrition, quality sleep, and recovery. These core principles are established on Day 1. At Gritworks, they truly recognize and understand that while sports may not last forever, the habits and skills they form as young athletes today are key to their future as healthy and active adults.

As a former Division 1 athlete, I can confidently say that this training is extremely valuable and both age and developmentally appropriate. I wish I had access to this at their age! The mentorship, encouragement, and friendships are just as impactful as the workouts. We feel incredibly grateful to be part of the Gritworks community!

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★ 5

Grit works in Burlington is the best program! Michael and David are amazing at helping our athlete regain her confidence. She came to Grit works with a knee injury and they have helped her get stronger and realize how amazing she can be. We are grateful to this program.

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★ 5

We started with Gritworks in June of this year. Our initial evaluation appointment was very helpful in learning which areas our 9 year old daughter shows strengths and also where her weaknesses are. David Cruz, one of the coaches is our point of contact and he has been a very attentive and personable coach both for our daughter and for us as parents. We started off using private coaching with David and he really encouraged our daughter to push her limits and stay positive in tough exercises. After 4 private coaching sessions our daughter jumped into the Junior Grit program with other kids her age group and it has been a great way to ignite competitiveness in a positive way. We were privileged to meet Michael, the owner and additional coach who is both empowering and personable with everyone he encounters. Overall this program is hands down the best decision we could have made for our girl to get foundational training, nutrition recognition and self confidence she deserves! She wakes up excited to hit the gym and becoming more conscious of her food choices too! We are excited to see her grow in all the greatest ways these next few years!

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★ 5

Gritworks is the ideal place for an athlete to focus on themselves to help them achieve their sport-specific goals. It’s a safe, encouraging, motivating environment where not only are they focused on making physical improvements but also putting in work with other equally critical areas too. The ability to learn more about fueling your body and mind all while developing self-esteem and leadership is invaluable.

The coaches genuinely care about my child and having people like that in your corner can only help my child in the long run, in whatever he’s doing. Thank you, Gritworks team!

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★ 5

Our daughter Kelsey, started with Gritworks a few months ago as a way to stay in shape during her offseason. The specific movements and repetition of training exercises have already increased my daughter’s strength, and confidence. David and Michael are the best. We highly recommend Gritworks!

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★ 5

Words can not express how much Gritworks has helped my son's movement and coordination. It has made him a much better athlete over the past year. The skills that they teach will carry through his life. The staff-- David and Michael are amazing to all.

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★ 5

I saw the ad on Instagram I felt like Michael was talking to me!
My daughter has been unlucky with injuries, knee and ankle, keeping her out of sports missing school and all around feeling bad about herself. She loves to play sports, but was unable to because she was hurt all the time. She actually got hurt Training doing box jumps in school volleyball!
She joined two months ago and loves it! She hated going to the gym with me and it was always a constant battle. She actually looks forward to going to Gritworks Because she says they make it Fun!! Michael and David are really great with the kids pushing past their limits and having fun doing.
She has gotten stronger and her injuries are a thing of the past. It’s all about learning to train safe!
I highly recommend Gritworks Skagit!
Thank you

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★ 5

As the mother of a young athlete who is putting in the work, Gritworks is my dream come true! They focus his hard work and give him the direction that makes the effort pay off both physically and mentally. One month in, we're already seeing the difference in his stability, strength, confidence and resilience! Everyone there is welcoming, positive and know what they're doing! I can not say enough good things!!!

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★ 5

Best community to workout in. Best people and they have helped me improve so much.

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★ 5

My son has been going for a couple months and absolutely loves going.

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★ 5

So very thankful we found GRITworks! It has helped my daughter make tremendous strides in speed, agility and confidence alongside her soccer trainings. Coaches Michael and David are excellent in mentoring positive mindset in a fun environment, all while making sure my daughter has proper technique allowing her a challenging workout! As a parent, I greatly appreciate these coaches taking the time out of their schedules to watch the athletes they coach at their games for further evaluation (and just showing how much they care!). Thank you GRITworks!

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★ 5

We absolutely love this program! In 5 short months our boys have made great progress. Both strength and technique, on and off the field, have improved.

Finding a coach that truly cares about your kids and their progress is hard to find. Having TWO that care is amazing. They are not only knowledgeable coaches but also wonderful mentors for these kids.

I can’t speak highly enough about this program and look forward to what the rest of the year brings for my boys.

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★ 5

David and Michael provide the next level of training for athletes! First half of the session is working with all of the athletes on speed, agility, and mobility. Second half is a customized workout to your specific sport and goals. The combination of their expertise and energy, each athlete will show improvement toward their goal. I cannot suggest a better program to the dedicated athlete. Worth every penny.

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★ 5

I've been impressed with Gritworks, where both my daughters have trained for almost a year now. The coaches are exceptional, with high levels of training that go beyond just physical fitness. Watching my kids evolve has been inspiring; they approach challenges with a newfound resilience and confidence.
What truly distinguishes Gritworks from the rest is its focus on life skills. My kids have gained lessons in discipline, time management, teamwork and goal setting, equipping them for life beyond sports.

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★ 5

I can’t sing enough praises about GRIT. My daughter has been in the program now for 14 months. She started in junior grit and advanced after the summer to Elite GRIT. There’s not a day that she’s comes out of training not smiling and absolutely energized. GRIT is more than just a workout. It’s a family, it’s a mindset, it’s mentorship, it’s everything kids, teens and young adults need. I am grateful to have them in our community and recommend anyone and everyone to go experience it. Thanks to coach Michael and coach David for all your time and energy you invest in our community.

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★ 5

We are so happy that we found Gritworks. The trainers are amazing! We have found both David and Michael to be friendly and willing to answer any questions we have. My son has been in the program for five weeks and we can see the results. He is happy going there and feels more confident.

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★ 5

Our daughter started with Gritworks Athletics a couple of months ago as a way to stay in shape during her offseason. From the moment we opened up the front door we were greeted with positive energy and encouragement that is contagious! The specific movements and repetition of training exercises have already increased our daughters strength, stamina and confidence. We highly recommend Gritworks!

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★ 5

Grit works is a positive, professional and athlete-centered space.

In just one month we were able to see our 10 year old son’s energy, endurance and motivation exceeding those of his peers. We did not think we’d be able to see results so fast! We can’t wait to see what the rest of the year will look like for him.

I am thankful for the encouragement and strong work ethic that coaches David and Michael have been pouring into our athlete!

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