Reviews of Fierce Fitness - Personal Training Gym (Gym)

Joseph Daham

Awesome, locally owned gym. Best atmosphere of any gym ive ever joined. Unique classes, and super attentive staff. Best gym in Buffalo

Charles McGriff, Jr

I've been to a lot of gyms in Buffalo NY but Fierce Fitness is the best I think. Friendly atmosphere and great equipment too.

The Ninja

With etremely knowledgeable staff, highly personalized training, & a myriad of equipment, it would appear impossible to not leave a little more Fierce!

Mike Letina

Owner cannot be trusted, understaffed, ignores emails, charges customers after they've left

J beard

cramped and usually blaring terrible music. Hardly enough room to move around machines. Personal training consists of them telling you an exercise then chatting with their buddies. Convoluted payment scheme requiring year long contracts that auto renew if not canceled a week before it’s up. That’s right the year long contract auto renews for another year if not canceled in time. Unless of course you cough up hundreds of dollars for the cancelation fee. The couple of Peking spots close to the gym are usually taken up by the owners so I hope you don’t mind walking a couple blocks to get in. Shower doesn’t have hot water, if you can even get to use it.

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Mary Jo Courchesne

I love that Fierce is small and geared toward their clientele. No big box here with the attitude to go with it. The staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I've made some great changes in body composition already and I look forward to what more I can achieve with the guidance of Eric and Gio.

Jonathan

Fierce Fitness is a top notch facility with an excellent, well researched and well informed training program. The programming from the warm up through the cool down was organized, efficient, and effective, and the gym itself has everything you would ever need. Plus, the atmosphere is inviting and friendly.

Tommy Champion

Great facility that specializes in a variety of individualized training. Its not huge and overwhelming like some of the other gyms. Its very streamlined and specific for personal training, Gio is especially good at training clients to help them with injury resistance, functional movements and improving overall athletic performance in athletes using all the newest methods. He stays on top of all the latest fitness trends and research and he clearly has mastered them and will explain them to you unlike some trainers who simply tell you to do an exercise. Because of that he gets many athletes who want to improve their performance, people that are suffering from limiting physical ailments who need alternative fitness styles and regimens that are both effective and therapeutic for injuries and your average working person who wants to be a healthier better version of themselves. Its nice to not be just another number at a crowded gym. There's a small community of members who are all focused when they are here. I come here at all types of hours and have access via key swab which is nice because I can fit a workout into my schedule anytime i have a free window...even later at night. Also its a HUGE perk having a massage studio inside of the gym building!!! Nothing like deep tissue after a long workout. There's even turf installed into part of the floor for different drills and exercises! Highly recommend. They take fitness and health very seriously here!

Clare Boyle

Great gym with specialized training and friendly knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend it!

Sharece Blake

From my initial assessment to my final days there it was a great experience for me. All of the trainers are a pleasure to work with. My main trainer was Rich. He is a great guys and knows his stuff (they all do). All of the equipment is maintained. The gym and bathrooms are always clean. While there I lost 17lbs of body fat and gained some muscle. I gave FF 4 stars instead of 5 for two reasons: 1. When they are busy, the trainers have multiple people to train @ a time and they kind of lose focus on you. You no longer have their full attention. This can be a bad thing if you are a beginner in fitness, but if you are experience this may not bother you as much. 2. I wish they had some sort of meal plan or more guidance in the nutrition area. You can train all the time, but you will not see results if you do not eat right. Overall it was a great experience! And plus the In-Body machine that they have is great! It gives you a breakdown of your body composition. You get to take your In-Body assessment about once a month.

Brijhette Farmer

I love love love looove coming here! Gio, Jeremy and Eric are so talented and invested in my well-being and progress and they're also lots of fun. I visited two larger gyms before settling on this one and the difference was immediate. When I walked into the other gyms, the corporate atmosphere was stifling and I was treated either as invisible or like I was a walking money tree. None of that happened with Gio. The first hour of our initial conversation revolved solely on my workout goals and progress. The facilities are up-to-date yet small and intimate. No overcrowding or waiting around for weights. The focus at Fierce Fitness is on functional training and true, whole body strength. I have been blown away by how simple yet challenging the workout regimens are and their effectiveness. People here mean business. I started out with the three month coaching program and loved it so much that I renewed for the year program to do some bodybuilding. Whatever you do, GO TO FIERCE FITNESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You will not regret it. The value is insane. Your body and mind and overall well-being will be so grateful!

Jenn Olson

Fierce Fitness is everything I was looking for and more! Gio is extremely helpful and knowledgable about fitness and nutrition without being overbearing and is someone who really loves what he does. Prior to coming to Fierce I had absolutely no background in strength training or weight lifting and I really felt like I needed someone who could show me in detail proper form and good technique, which is exactly what Gio has done for me. I’m only about two months into my journey but I have already gained muscle, revamped my diet, and learned so much in the process!

Christopher Caito

Incredibly friendly and devoted staff. They are accommodating of all schedules and physical restrictions. By far the best gym I've ever attended.

John Kiel

Best gym in Buffalo. Worth your time & money, hands down.

Steve Berning

I was a subcontractor(most likely an employee mislabeled as a subcontractor for Giovanni to avoid taxes) for this gym for 3 years. Gio sells you on the idea of amazing results, tailored programs, beautiful amenities, and quality trainers. Unfortunately, since releasing me from my agreement with him and the gym, all of that is completely out the window. The tailored programs became copy and pasted, just with different names, unless I physically did them myself because he could not be bothered to train ANYONE, let alone be aware enough to create a tailored program as not to put the specific client at risk. This can be shown by the multiple injuries he himself has created among clients and the other trainers there. The amenities are mostly exaggerated. There is no off street parking; you have to pay or you will get a ticket. There is rarely any parking on the street the gym is on, because it’s a one way and mostly filled with residential parking. The shower does not work all of the time. He stopped supplying paper towels to the bathroom to dry your hands. He refused to change lightbulbs and would rather “put it on the girls up front” than to simply..change a lightbulb. He also refused to clean anything, and would attempt to have us do his cleaners job when he fired her on the request of an ex girlfriend. The quality trainers is another exaggerated claim. Richard, one of the trainers, isn’t certified any longer because he wasn’t sure what was happening to the gym because of the owners lack of presence. Jacob, the other “trainer” is actually just a young CLIENT that Gio convinced to be a trainer. Without certification of any kind. Without insurance of any kind. He had me attempt to train Jacob as best I could but I’m sure you could imagine trying to explain training to someone who has no idea how to even train himself. And the icing on the cake is that when the Owner, Gio, released me from my agreement, he threatened arrest if I step foot on the premises, he threatened a letter from his attorney, and he withheld $1500 of pay from me and then blocked my cell phone and all social media accounts. As I said, in the beginning, this place was alright! But the owner is extremely aloof and seems to care more about achieving the status quo by ANY MEANS NECESSARY(in regards to tactics of continuously charging clients that have left) than actually making any difference in anyone’s life.

SME To Infiniti & Beyond

You Will Never See a Personal Gym Like Gio has, All Equipment Special Ordered & Tailored, Private. He Eats, Sleeps & Live's A World Class Healthy Life & Will Share His Knowledge & Improve You Both Mentally & Physically

Patrick Davis

Great training gym. Awesome staff. Extremely clean.

Ruth Keating

I was a long time client of this establishment. The owner terminated my gym membership, admitted that he owes me $1,645 for prepaid services, but claims he cannot afford to pay (after repeatedly telling me the check was in the mail).

Aristotelis Siabanis

Excellent facility for personalized and private training. The small size provides a great experience and community-feeling among trainers and clients. Very happy with my overall experience and the only reason I am not still there is the fact that i am moving out of town. Overall great communication with the trainers, that provided a diverse set of training regimes depending on their clients' goals - special shout-out to Rich, who was very well-versed and a pleasure to work-out with. Gio has done a great job with the place - highly recommend!

Joseph LaTona

Fierce Fitness is an incredible Gym facility, massage studio, and shake bar all rolled into one amazing establishment ! From the customized equipment to the many different lifestyle fitness plans that you have to choose from. Gio keeps all of his clients on their toes and constantly focused in such a positive and optimistic way. He is constantly pushing me to do my absolute best inside and outside of the Gym. I highly recommend Fierce Fitness and all of the amazing perks that come with being a member!

Reena Patel

If you believe in yourself, Fierce will do the rest. The best trainers I have ever met in my life (and I have had a few). They have an awesome facility with everything you need. More than anything else you’re walking into a place where you feel welcomed no matter the day you have had. I am in a demanding educational program and they are the most caring and influential trainers with so much experience and different backgrounds. They genuinely care and show it. They never give up on me and my progress shows it! Trainers individually show their extensive knowledge of science and exercise, which makes everyday a new and dynamic learning experience. I am proud to be a member of the fierce family.

Eili Kaganoff

Extremely educated staff, great atmosphere, latest equipment...Top place in Buffalo to train. Highly recommended for those committed to achieving their fitness or bodybuilding goals.

Christine Kilpatrick

Gio's motto is "Change your life, not just your body," and his positive encouragement helps his clients to embrace that motto as their own. I did, anyway, and I was the last person on earth you'd expect to be working out every day and looking forward to it. I usually work with Eric; he knows fitness and nutrition like the athlete and scholar that he was born to be, and he gives me just the right amount encouragement during our workouts without being an obnoxious cheerleader. When the workout gets extra tough (every session, that is), he takes my verbal abuse with a giant grin. He knows what works. The facility has all the right equipment to challenge me and help me to meet my goals. Since I first shook Gio's hand 8 months ago, I have lost weight, gained muscle, increased my range of motion, and for the first time in my life I actually like the way I look. Gio and Eric are helping me look and feel REALLY good. This is a great gym.

Pete H

Gio, Jeremy and Eric are professionals who will work with you to develop a customized workout program for you to meet your individual goals; they'll then guide and motivate you through each workout to ensure you're getting the most out of your time and money - and that you're learning proper technique and how the exercises benefit you. The team is very knowledgeable, invests in continuing education and genuinely care that you get the results you want; they also measure results on an on-going basis to ensure they're doing their job and doing it well. I'm a long time athlete and current desk jockey who needed a new routine and motivation to train for endurance running. Gio and Jeremy came up with a great plan for me and they are now working with me to focus on my new goal and next phase, which is strength training. Gio has done a fantastic job building his business that is focused on your overall health. The facilities are excellent and well maintained. He really cares and freely shares his knowledge and experience with all his clients. I can't recommend Gio and his team enough!

Georgina Walleshauser

Do not join this gym! I know three people who decided not to renew their one year contract and every single one of us had to get a new debit card because he refused to stop charging us after we did everything right to notify him per the contract! Completely unprofessional and borderline fraud! Go somewhere else and save yourself the trouble.

Richard Greer

Greatest facility in buffalo. Outstanding professional and knowledgable trainers. Wonderful atmosphere with the most up to date equipment. Wouldn't train anywhere else.

Marcus Maunsell

this gym and its trainers helped me to work out all the kinks in my back and got me to squat heavy again!

Kevin Kumrow

This is a one of a kind gym in the area that is really well equipped, well laid out, and is a low-pressure environment. Everyone that my wife and I have encountered have been really knowledgeable, and more than willing to help!! Can't recommend it enough!

Sonny Monn

this is the best gym for contest training or personal fitness. Giovanni has a passion for fitness I have never seen in any trainer!

GladysFan101

The trainers are very helpful and caring. They always push you to not only reach but exceed your goals. They are also very knowledgeable. If you're unsure about anything whether it's working out or nutrition, they can answer all of your questions. I am very glad I am a part of fierce fitness.

Matt B

Fierce Fitness has a community atmosphere with top of the line equipment that can accommodate any type of workout. The staff is friendly and helpful and the gym is never over crowded even at times that would be considered peak hours at other gyms.

Emanuel Malof

Great gym with highly knowledgeable and friendly trainers. All workout plans are heavily researched and custom-tailored to each individual. I really do enjoy my time spent at Fierce Fitness and still come back every Summer in between semesters to workout. From yoga to bodybuilding I've seen a definite increase in my definition, muscle mass and flexibility.

Jake B

Great gym - initial assessment, specific individualized regiment, encouraging, knowledgeable staff, and state of the art equipment and techniques. If you work hard, the team gives you the tools to be successful. Highly recommend.

Robert Meredith

Working out with the trainers at Fierce Fitness has been a totally positive experience. They are very knowledgeable and work with you in a very patient manner to achieve the goals that you have determined are right for you. The Gym is well staffed, well appointed and a very clean environment. Never over crowded and all in all a great experience. I'm in better shape at 60 than I was at 40 years old.

Christine Ruh

Fierce Fitness is is a wonderful environment to work out in. Gio, Jeremy, and Eric are extremely flexible with schedules, and always provide customized work-outs. Each work-out is scientifically based, which helps improve outcomes without risking injury. This program is perfect for those people who lose motivation to go to the gym like myself. They are always positive and encouraging!! I highly recommend Fierce Fitness!

Eartha Vanderkar

The gym instructors are very rude. They called one young lady fat. They are very insensitive and do not offer any emotional help. I told the supervisor who said that there was nothing wrong in using the name fat in the gym

Michael Makowski

What can I say about “G”? First thing is his unbelievable work ethic. No one else works as hard as Gio (except maybe Jerry Rice)! Gio is a fighter both literally and figuratively. Giovanni has more hustle than Pete Rose. Gio’s energy is always high. If you were to look up the word trainer in the dictionary you would see a picture of Giovanni Preziuso “Looking so Gucci” in his model stance. This guy not only practices what he preaches but it’s his life style. I mean common now look at him, he’s completely ripped, but it is not all about aesthetics with Gio. Gio is a very smart and motivated individual! You find some guys out there that are knowledgeable but then you have rare individuals like Gio who know, understand and have mastery over the material that they present but also have the expertise to artfully explain the information so that his pupils can pick it up quickly. He is always studying himself because he has a dedication to better himself. I firmly believe he put his heart, soul and every molecule of his being into building Fierce Fitness. Gio has left a lasting positive impression on me and to many other people. Gio has this uncanny ability to build a report with you quickly. It seems like everyone he trains he becomes Geo’s friend. Gio has a very loyal client base and it’s not hard to see why. Gio treats people how they want to be treated but Gio also has a goal in mind for them as well. Geo never lets his people take their eyes off the prize “got a trophy to win”. If you don’t get pumped up when you train with Gio then you don’t have a pulse. You can’t teach that quality to a trainer or coach either they have it or they don’t. It is with great pleasure I recommend Giovanni Preziuso and his baby Fierce Fitness to absolutely ANYONE especially if your injured, a bodybuilder, a bikini competitor, or an athlete of any sport young or old even if the sport is just life.

Lucas M.

This is a great gym that constantly updates itso equipment. Thanks to the staff, I was able to become stronger enough to make it through the CBP physical exams.

James Abbey

Very Personable trainers. Knowledgable staff with Customized nutritional plans and custom workouts to help you reach your goals. Enough to keep you looking your very best ripped to the core. but also compassionate Enough to get you where you want to be all while staying healthy