Excellence Health and Fitness

Their website has been broken for over a month. I can’t see what classes they offer or when. I called the owner (Elias?) 4 weeks ago — still haven’t gotten a call back.
Obviously I wouldn’t join even if I could, at this point.

Not just a gym it’s a functional mobility, speed, strength playground! Great standard equipment + creative: sleds, chains, bands, bars, bags, ropes… I started with trainer Rod Redondo 8 months prior to the finish line of my 1^st full Ironman. The combo of the trainer and the space made all the difference!

As excellent as the name suggests! Awesome workout toys, great vibe, best people! Glad to be a part of this gym.

The staff at Excellence Health & Fitness is great, they are a knowledgable source of fitness/​nutrition with a number of professional trainers to suit your needs. The equipment looks fairly new and is kept in good condition and the overall attitude and vibe of the place is positive. They also have a café which serves healthy snacks/​meals which is perfect for after a workout as well. The shower facility is nice and they always provide fresh towels.
I’ve been able to progress my own fitness at this place, and i’d recommend it to anyone who’s just starting out, or a veteran in their own fitness regimen.

Excellence Health and Fitness is a one-​stop shop for all of my health needs. Everyone that is employed at Excellence is extremely knowledgeable in their field of expertise. Whether buying supplements, training, or getting body work (acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic work), Excellence is where I go.
Furthermore, the people at Excellence are like a family to me. I have been going there for three years, and have gotten to know the staff and trainers quite well. Everyone is excited and passionate about their field, and always willing to share information and help out where they can.
I have lived in several different states, as well as different countries around the world, and Excellence is by far the best gym that I have been to. I have always dreamed of finding a place that provides it all – and Excellence is that place for me.

This gym is great for those that want to have a comprehensive fitness/​wellness program. Great staff. Great location.

I decided to check out this gym after meeting one of the owners /​trainers, John, at a charity event he was participating in to fight muscle diseases– and we know how much I love to support businesses that support the community.
The first time I went to Excellence it was because I had decided with only 3 weeks to prepare that I was going to go scuba diving in the Galapagos Islands in May. So not only did I need to be in bikini shape 2 months before the Seattle summer, but I am absolutely terrified of water so I thought if I could amp it up on the swimming muscles I would feel much more comfortable in the water. John had customized my workout for the 3 weeks to make sure I was ready to be a strong swimmer and looking good while doing it, and he got me results (I have pictures to prove it!)
I’ve recently gone back to Excellence because I am all of a sudden a Seattle-​San Diego commuter which means my swimsuit season officially began promptly thanks to the perfect 80 degree weather every day down there. I kind of hit panic mode when I realized I need to be in bikini shape NOW and not in a month when the Seattle summer starts — so my only logical choice was to go back to Excellence and let John destroy me (but in a good way).
Excellence has changed so much but in great ways — it’s a one-​stop shop for everything, I mean, EVERYTHING I need fitness wise. Bootcamp classes, TONS of trainer options, yoga, smoothie bar for my post-​workout protein shakes, chiropractic, massage, TRX, cross fit, you name it — it’s all in this gym and not in an overcrowded, overbearing, big-​box gym kind of way. It’s still got the boutique, personal service feel to it that I like my gym to have unlike a 24 Hour Fitness or a LA Fitness.
The thing I really like about Excellence is that all levels of fitness folks workout here but workout like they have a purpose. You won’t see people half-​assed running on the elliptical in this spot — you’ll see a motivated bunch of people no matter their fitness level. I am very, very motivated by the other people working out in this gym because I can tell they are just as dedicated to their goals as I am and I like that. Please don’t misunderstand me — this is not a gym of skinny, ridiculously good looking people. This is a gym of people dedicated to being healthy and happy with who they are and reaching their fitness goals no matter where they are in their fitness process (like me — for example — my goal is NEVER to be skinny, but to be HAPPY with my body).
And I’m definitely happy with my body and myself when I workout here thank you. And I gladly welcome anyone to come join me for a workout in this gym! That, my friends, is pure Excellence.

I’ve belonged to many gyms — no less than 3 in Seattle in the years I’ve been here — and currently I’m a member of one in Bellevue, but on the weekends, I train with John. He introduced me to Excellence, and now I’ve also consulted with their nutritionist and chiropractor. What I like is the idea that everyone is under one roof and they talk to each other, and coordinate their treatment for a custom fitness/​healthy lifestyle plan. Because of them, I’ve finally stopped depending on the frozen food section of Trader Joe’s!
It’s a laid back, friendly atmosphere that doesn’t feel like a typical gym at all. Everyone there is working hard to improve their lives, and they’re fully supported by a staff that is always on top of their fitness goals. Oh, and they make great smoothies!

This is the gym you want every other gym to be — seriously they hit the «all-​inclusive» nail on the head. Personally, I appreciate that it’s not insanely overcrowded, nor does it feel more like a singles mixer than a gym.
People here are serious about fitness, but have so much fun with it. There are ropes to climb, silks for arial training, TRX and cross fit equipment and space to move around!
I think the membership perks are outstanding, what gym gives you a free Personal Training session each month without trying to push you into buying sessions? Excellence. And not only that, but you get the wellness benefits too with sessions with in-​house chiropractic and acupuncture technicians that are top notch — no joke.
I could go on, but you get the picture. This gym is worth it’s weight in kettlebells ;)

The team at Excellence Health & Fitness is genuinely committed to helping you achieve your goals. The people and the community are what really sets this facility apart from the prototypical, membership-​based gyms. They know your name, give you a key to the front door and welcome you in with a hug. The personal approach makes it that much harder to skip workouts… John, Eli and the team will know! I followed a trainer to Excellence about 2 years ago and feel like part of the family now. If you are looking for holistic wellness, personalized service and great people, Excellence Health & Fitness is it.

What an amazing experience. I’ve always had a hard time getting to the gym, but the group boot camps have kept me accountable since last July and I have made some great friends along the way from all different walks of life.
I’m also really glad that Eli took the time to literally record me running and analyze my stride so that I finally have good running form. I recommend these guys of you’re looking for a gym that really cares and wanting to avoid a meat market.
Come join us for boot camp Mondays and Thursdays! You can go at your own pace but will be challenged to increase your fitness level.
Cheers,
Angelo
P.s.
I don’t work here or have any business affiliation other than being a customer.

You get so much more than a workout here. Great nutritional advice, sound suggestions for how to bounce back from an injury or illness, lots of positive reinforcement and encouragement. Elias designs workouts that really make the most use of your time. Expect to be challenged and motivated and to learn something new about nutrition and health every time you come in. This is the gym to come to if you are feeling stressed and unhealthy, they work with a wide variety of fitness levels. You will be amazed at the progress you can make working with these trainers. A great investment in your health!