1st Class Training – Tanglewood

I have to say I am really disappointed with my experience at the tanglewood location. I met this trainer at their summer nutrition workshop and got a free personal training class, when I went the first time, the trainer didn’t show up, the ppl there told me he’s on jury duty so reschedule me for another day. The Second time, which is earlier today, the lady from the studio called me and asked if I can delay for 30 mins and try another trainer? I was like why is he not here again? Then she say yes, this totally destroyed my interest of trying out their service. I mean I have no idea what was wrong with this guy, but as a personal trainer, I really don’t think this is a good attitude to treat a client. And if you really are busy why can’t you tell me early? If it’s not the lady called I may have gone there again in vain. I am really not happy with my experience here, so thought I should share it out.

1^st Class Training is amazing! They have over 3 locations and by far the best customer service. All the trainers are good but My favorite trainer is Charles!!!

My experience deserves 7 stars. I did 30 min personal training session at the Woodway location with trainer Carnell. He was funny but didn’t miss a beat while training me. Just when I thought I wanted to quit he challenged me with a new exercise. I let him know I was doing Pilates at the Bellaire location 30 mins after my training with him. He saw to it that I received a high interval workout but still had enough energy to complete an hour of Pilates. I was pleasantly surprised… This was the best Pilates class that I’ve ever been to. Every muscle in my body was worked and it wasn’t boring! I admit me, I wasn’t sure I would make it the whole hour but it was so much fun it was over before I knew it… I’ll be back again this week!

I started with 1^st Class Training a year ago at their Bellaire location for reformer pilates and moved to the Tanglewood location 3 months ago for the 30 minute express personal training classes (closer to home). Both locations are well maintained, clean and have easy parking.
I mainly see Carnell for personal training. He has never done the same workout twice! Not having the monotony that my prior DVD workouts gave me has made a great difference. Carnell keeps it fun while pushing you to your limit. I’ve always felt welcome in both locations, all employees are very friendly and address you by name. I’ve done my share of group classes in the past and could feel lost in the crowd. The most I have experienced in my classes at 1^st Class Training has been 5, but typically there is only 3 of us with one trainer. If you are looking for that personal attention from your trainer I highly recommend trying 1^st Class Training!

Wow! Where do I start? I started working out in January (as, you guessed it, a New Year’s resolution). I am actually trying to GAIN weight! I submitted a contact request online and received a called almost immediately by Carnell.
I walked into my appointment a little nervous and apprehensive since the sessions are only 30 minutes. I used to training religiously with a trainer for an hour. I must say that I have worked out HARDER with Carnell in 30 minutes than with other trainers for an hour.
Anyways, Carnell cracked the whip on day one! After the initial shock of a sore body, I have found his work outs are very fun, exciting, and always changing. I have also noticed a change in my physical appearance (even only after a month!) and mind.
The ENTIRE staff at 1^st Class are so friendly and helpful. Each time I walk in the facility, I am always greeted by Jeff who remembers my name, what I do for living etc. It’s very nice to feel welcomed!
I give 1^st Class 5 stars!
Beware of «Mr. Hill,» though-​we have a love/​hate relationship!

I decided to check out 1^st Class Training back in April of this year not long after they opened their second personal training studio just down the street from my home. (Their first location is at 5128 Bissonnet St. in Bellaire, and they also have a separate Pilates studio in Bellaire).
I called and made an appointment for a complimentary 30-​minute workout to see how I liked the facility and the people. Turns out I liked both very much!
The facility is fairly small, but since it’s just trainers working one-​on-​one with clients there’s plenty of room. They’ve got all the machines and free weights and cardio equipment they need (including a Pilates machine), and they even have a shower, towels, and a blow dryer in the ladies room.
My first workout was with the founder and owner, Antonio Armstrong. He’s a former professional football player, but not at all intimidating! He’s a great guy, very personable and he really knows his stuff. His facilities specialize in metabolic training, so you’re really doing aerobic conditioning along with weight training at the same time. After 30 minutes, I could feel that I had accomplished a lot!
I signed up for 3 months, two days a week, and was assigned to one of their trainers. Mike has turned out to be a wonderful trainer for me. He’s very encouraging and challenges me each session to push just that little bit more. Here it is November and I’m still renewing my membership. I’ve dropped almost 30 pounds and I’m stronger now than I’ve ever been in my life.
(Oh, and I’ve heard more than one of the other clients say that they used to be members at the Houstonian but have seen more progress in three months at 1^st Class Training than they saw in a year at the Houstonian. Something to think about!)
I highly recommend 1^st Class Training.