Compfit

Classes are pretty good. It didn’t leave me dripping in sweat, but it did get my heart rate running. The boot camp class is good and goes by fast. I’d say it’s excellent for beginners and intermediate levels. Of course with heavier weights and different positioning, you can benefit from a harder workout. The instructor (Eric) gives different options for varying levels of difficulty. He’s very personable and attentive, and wants to make sure you’re getting a good workout.
Oula classes are fun if you like to dance– the moves are fun with jumps, shoulder grooves, and shakes. It’s a totally different style say, compared to Zumba, as it’s more pop style. (don’t know how else to explain it!) I’ve taken this class with two different instructors, and I like the one instructor who goes over some of the moves before starting the song. She also verbally/​physically cues when the moves are coming up which is helpful for people that don’t know all the dances by heart.
I’ve been in classes as little as 2 people including me, to a room full of ladies. Street parking is easy, and the farthest I ever had to park was a block away.

This studio is great! I loved trying the Oula and Oula Power class. Janessa has awesome, positive energy. I’m looking forward to trying other classes.

Tried a boot camp class and loved it! Eric has such a great energy and definitely made boot camp fun. He is really good about modifications if you are worried about levels.

Unilocal lurker for years, but my Compfit experience compelled me to write my first review. I’ve been a member since ~September 2014 (after using all 10 Groupon sessions within a few weeks). When I moved to Seattle I was looking for a place that had a multi-​disciplinary approach to fitness and found this cozy little studio. I love the clean facilities, reasonable pricing, the great variety of dance vs strength training classes, and the incredible energy/​friendliness of its members. What’s also cool is that the classes have evolved as members’ fitness levels evolve and Eric adds new classes periodically. I think this is a testament to his extensive exercise physiology background and his consideration of member feedback. Every instructor, in fact, has a positive energy that makes all classes fun. It really does feel like a little fitness family.
I’ve attended almost every class and my (not exactly technical) interpretations are:
Core & Balance: Balancing feats on exercise balls, Bosu balls, skateboard thingy that challenge focus, coordination, and core.
AcroYoga: Yoga poses while braced on the feet and hands of a human base. A lot less scary than it sounds and I was surprised at what I was able to do after just one class on both flying and basing. It is a bit of a niche class in that you have to trust your own body as well as your base because you do end up upside down, but I think it’s one of the coolest classes I’ve ever taken. Nadav is really good about safety and breaking down all the changes in weight distribution, grip, and position. It takes me a lot of concentration and core work and is awesome.
Zumba: Leanne’s dance class is Top40-​heavy with occasionally fancy footwork that keeps it fun and stimulating. Unlike other Zumba classes I’ve taken that are very strictly follow-​along, she will break down steps before a song which I think people appreciate.
Oula: Mélange of jazzercise/​aerobics set to top radio hits. The songs aren’t always heavy beats so you end up grooving to a song like Stuck Like Glue which I dare you to dance to without a smile on your face. Oula instructors also tend to attend each other’s classes so it’s like constant cheering/​high energy.
Oula Power: High-​impact Insanity-​type workout synced to awesome top 40 music. Maybe not as intense as Insanity or P90X but with the music it’s definitely more fun.
Lean & Tone: Mat and dumbbell workout I could be doing on my own but don’t have the discipline so I come to class to have someone tell me to do it plus it’s more fun that way.
Bootcamp: Total body strength training by stations.
Barre: Working out every large and small muscle you didn’t know existed in the lower body. I’ve never been to other Barre classes but I think Eric’s are not strictly based in ballet so be aware of that. Nobody’s going to perfect your port de bras here. But your butt will feel the burn.
Tribal Fusion Belly Dance: Lessons on how difficult it is to manipulate that belly plus a cool cultural education. Hajera’s a really good dancer and patient instructor.
Restorative Yoga: Intense stretching (like, 3 minutes per pose) and who knew breathing could be so hard?
QiGong: Slow low-​impact Chinese internal martial art focused on manipulating your internal «qi» (?energy). Perfect after Oula or Bootcamp which is when it’s currently scheduled.
All this said, it is a small studio, which means:
1. Space for ~18 people/​class max so sign up online to reserve a spot (esp for Zumba and Oula)
2. Show up at least 10 min early to help class start on time because instructors reconcile their own sign-​ins
3. There’s no real indoor waiting area
4. The maximum dumbbell weights are currently 10 lbs (so don’t expect some Crossfit-​level workout) but he’s talked about getting heavier ones.
5. It is a studio that’s in the process of growth. I’m excited to be a part of its evolution!
TL;DR: Great variety of classes for variety of age ranges and fitness levels. Try it!
PS– remember for Groupon you do have to pay some WA state tax and there is a use-​by-​90-​days-​from-​your-​first-​class clause which I think is fairly typical of most fitness Groupons and studios.

Compfit is nothing short of totally amazing. The studio is cozy, homey and artistic. The professional instructors know your name and you are always welcomed with a smile. Classes are flexible enough to accommodate a wide variety of body types/​fitness levels, pushing you just enough to challenge your personal limits at your own pace. The minutes fly by in these fun, diverse classes! Dance and strengthen — what a wonderful combo!
I can’t say enough about Eric, the owner. He is fantastic in every way. He is one of those people that makes you feel good just being in his presence. I never thought I would have any interest in a boot camp class… until I attended his. The minutes fly by with Eric’s expert guidance, superb cheer leading skills and rockin’ music. I not only look forward to coming, but honestly feel bummed when I have to miss it!
Come visit Compfit! You won’t be sorry! :)

I’ve always preferred group classes over gyms, and since I moved to Fremont a year ago, I’ve been hopping from place to place looking for the best classes. It’s surprisingly difficult to find places with classes that are fun, challenging, and varied in type and intensity. I stayed a few months at Fremont Health Club, however I attended Eric’s classes almost exclusively. When he left, I ended up cancelling my membership soon after. A few months ago, I was once again googling options in the area, and I saw Compfit, and on closer inspection that Eric was the owner! I immediately signed up for a membership, and have been a happy member for a few months.
Bootcamp and Oula are my favorite classes, but I’ve liked all that I’ve tried so far and regularly cycle through the various options. I really like that I can change it up, at times that I can actually attend. All of the instructors are super friendly and high-​energy, but also professional and reliable, which I really appreciate. Also love the bright paint and artwork!

I have been searching for a gym that’s more convenient and personalized than the huge franchise options around town. Many groupons later, I’ve finally found it! Compfit is just that — a gym that offers complete fitness through a wide variety of classes and times. Eric, the owner, teaches many of the classes and is fantastic! He makes the workout fun and pays close attention to your form. I’ve tried many of the classes, but have landed on ‘Lean and Tone’ and a dance class called ‘Oula’. Others are good too, but these work well for my schedule. If you’re looking for a variety of workouts with great instructors look no further. In fact, swing by and try it some time because your first workout is free!

My coworker friend had been raving about the classes she attends and finally convinced me to meet her for Oula on Sunday morning. I was very reluctant as my previous experiences of Zumba give me flashbacks with my arms flailing and my body out of control as I try to keep up with the instructor and classmates running from side to side.
Oula was SO FUN! It’s to the top hits on the radio with fun and easy to follow moves that get you sweaty and smiling. 50 minutes flew by! I bought the group before I went and I’m excited to give the other classes a try.
The instructor Janessa warmed me as a timid new attendee with a big warm smile and she had another instructor attending her class and she really added to the fun of the environment as well.
This is a groupon gone right! And a group fitness class done right! Bravo!!!

I have been a member of Compfit since November 2013, (when it was Fresh Fitness & Dance). When Eric bought the studio, I was concerned it might not stay the same. It hasn’t, it’s gotten better! Eric is extremely knowledgeable and really and is a stickler for making you stretch between each activity. The classes are varied so I get a variety of workouts. The members all very nice, non-​judgmental and quite friendly. Try it, you won’t be disappointed

I was first introduced to owner Eric Wilson through Barre classes he taught at a local gym. I really appreciated that he was not only very knowledgeable (extensive fitness & dance background) but that he took the time to make sure everyone had good form and motivate us (with awesome music mixes) to push but only to the point of not over-​fatiquing or injuring. His care and fun demeanor has carried over to his Compfit dance studio where he continues to teach Barre, plus Boot Camp and Lean & Tone. The other instructors (I’ve taken Zumba, Oula, and Latin Dance Party classes) are equally as great. I love the fact that everyone has been so welcoming, that the studio has wood floors and great ventilation, and that there is a variety of classes to get my cardio and strength training on. Plus, I get a free fitness evaluation every 8 weeks w/​my monthly membership to keep me on track. ;) I can honestly say I look forward to my workouts! Also, there is free street parking, or you can park in the nearby Post Office lot after 6p close M-​F when streets get a bit more crowded.

So glad I stumbled onto this new secret little studio! Have taken Zumba, Boot Camp and Lean & Tone. Started with a punch card as the studio was transitioning to new owner, Eric. Watched the space change in a few weeks… paint, stereo, new equipment. and classes with Eric himself. It’s not a huge space, classes are a nice diverse group of ages/​levels (all women so far), very welcoming and unpretentious. I have learned so much in just a few weeks and am already seeing changes. Lots of street parking, punch card, drop in or monthly membership. Eric is motivating, fun and takes great care to ensure everyone works out at their own level and with best form. I’m hooked. for the first time ever I look forward to going to morning classes and feel energetic all day long. Going to try a Barre class next.