HER Club: Health-Exercise-Rejuvenation

02/13/2007 Posted by missmeredith

I cannot thank the group at Butterfly Life enough for helping get me to a point where I want to work out! I used to be easily intimidated by the weight machines at gyms and would avoid the whole section completely. Lynda calibrated each machine to my body size and explained to me the proper way to work each machine - wow! Now that I know how to use the outer thigh press - I'm a whole lot more apt to sit down and use the machine. I truly enjoy walking into the location every day - being welcomed by Jonathan, Sherry and Lynda makes for such a positive environment to exercise at. The DVD classes are challenging and the video instructors explain the movements thoroughly making it every easy to follow along. I also like that pending other member participation, they will play any video you wish. The best part...I'm seeing results! Not only are my pants looser (yay!) but I'm starting to see definition in my arms and legs! I'm feeling muscles that I didn't know I had or rather hadn't used in a LONG while. I strongly encourage women, especially those who aren't gym-fiends to check out Butterfly Life. The positive environment that they have helped create makes such a huge improvement in my desire and commitment to exercise. I wish them nothing but success in the future.

Pros: positive environment, friendly staff, great variety of classes offered

Cons: none so far

02/01/2007 Posted by amaline

Since I have joined the club, I have been even more motivated to loose the weight. I feel great from working out everyday. I have gained so much energy from my workouts. The owners are wonderful people who sincerely help you with great tips. I have been with Ballys, Gorilla Fitness, 24 hour fitness, and even Curves before joinning Butterfly. I am a very picky exerciser. Butterfly is the first place that I truly feel comfortable and at home in. It's in the most convienant location for me. The inside is friendly and super clean. BUT THE BEST PART IS THAT I HAVE ALREADY LOST 5LBS!!!! and inches! If you are paying $20 for a membership at 24 HR Fitness and think you have a deal, ask yourself what you are truely getting for that $20(?) Are you even going? Get motivated at Butterfly! I work out everyday so it is working for me. I want to say thanks to the owners: Linda, Jonathen, and Dr. Fong for being there for me.

Pros: Location, Owners, No Contract, Equipment, Classes, Weight-loss programs, Advice, Feedback, Great for weight-loss!

01/10/2007 Posted by chanita57

From the moment I signed up for membership, I knew this was the place for me. Having met Lynda and Jonathon, I was truly "caught in the net" with not only their enthusiasm but with their sincerity in helping people. As soon as you walk in the center you receive a warm welcome and the tensions of the day just slip away. The members are friendly, helpful,supportive and just plain great! I like the many choices of working out that Butterfly provides so that one can mix it up and not become bored with the same routine. I would never have thought that this "working-out" business would actually be fun but it is and I am truly enjoying my participation. Come and join the fun!

Pros: Variety of classes and close to work

01/07/2007 Posted by abruey

After years of working out in all types of places I tried out Butterfly Life. It's great! BL is a small fitness center with all the personality of the gym version of "Cheers" but the variety of a big club. The staff is friendly and greets me by name - that never happened at 24 Hour! They took time to review my goals and background before taking meon a one-on-one orientation. That cost me $70+ bucks an hour at some of the old places. Now I have a 30 minute (more if I feel frisky) program that covers strength, cardio and mind/body. Plus I'm strarting my year off right by taking part in the Weight Loss Express program to drop those holiday lbs. So far I'm 2 pounds down after the first few days. Wish me luck! What a great little find and so convenient. I'm glad I found it.

Pros: Great staff, super variety and availablity of classes, all I need to get fit

Cons: None yet!

01/07/2007 Posted by faboogurl

I work in the building and I find myself happily anticipating my workout. Everyone is happy to see me when I come in and they look forward to my return. I love that I can work out on the machines for 30 minutes and if I choose to stay another 30 minutes for cardio; its so efficient. I look forward to coming back every day. I call this place "My Happy Place" because I'm so much happier when I leave.

Pros: Best use of your time especially if you're a busy career woman

01/06/2007 Posted by mystianne

Sherry, Jonathan, and Lynda have put their heart and soul into this new women-only gym, and it works! Personalized attention, no "downtown attitude" like at other gyms in the financial district, and none of the flaws of Curves, either. Just good folks providing a GREAT service, the equipment is new and always clean, easy to operate, and will scale as you get in shape (I maxed out the Curves hydraulic equipment). Here there is the best of both worlds, and plenty of room to work out, stretch, and a great space for working out to a big-TV video if you are resting from the weights. My husband has commented about how much happier I am when I come home after a workout. Location can't be beat if you work anywhere near Spear and Mission or Market. I couldn't make myself go to that other gym more than a few times, but I'm on a roll here at Butterfly!

Pros: Very positive, friendly staff. Great equipment, other members "just folks" with great attitudes!

Cons: No showers or lockers, change room is either the bathroom or a curtained off area.

01/05/2007 Posted by jaguilera

Ask and you shall recieve! I knew I had to do something about my health. I needed exercise but how do I fit exercise into my busy schedule. I have a FT job and a home business, together with a loving husband who requires attention. Lots of it! Thank goodness for Butterfly. It's a 30 minute workout and so convenient. It's my lunch hour and I'm doing something for myself. I'm getting so many benefits from my new lunch hour that I truly believe in the phrase......Ask and you shall recieve. This was an answer to a prayer. Lynda, who is the site coordinator is so wonderful. She is so enthusiastic, supportive and has a wonderful sense of humor. There is so much to tell and I'll keep it short. I've lost a total of 8 inches, my clothes are fitting better and I'm a lot happier. What more can I say! I'm looking forward to staying with Butterfly for a lifetime!

Pros: Convenient and you get a 20% discount at Lightning Foods and Camille's for lunch.

Cons: Can't think of any

12/29/2006 Posted by gabbi888

I love belonging to this women’s only club where the new equipment is built for my body and my strength level. It is great to have a friendly, supportive, clean and non-intimidating environment to go to that also fits into my busy work schedule. When I get a break in my work, I can just run downstairs and do a quick class. It is always amazing to see how much my body loves to do Yoga, cardio kick box, or any of the other great classes as I de-stress before going back to work or home (my husband says I am a lot more fun!). I’m already getting way more results besides my weight and inches lost. Sometimes, I just show up because I’ve had a ‘bad’ day and need a friendly place to go to relax and unwind. I can’t believe I actually look forward to exercising…that has never happened before in all the other clubs I have belonged to.

Pros: Convenient, great staff, safe neighborhood, plenty of street parking

Cons: No swimming pool