Fairfield Strength - Fairfield, Connecticut

Joey Ryan

I started at Fairfield Strength as a former college water polo player. It had been about a year since I played in college and I had fallen out of shape. George and Kathleen were incredible at both teaching me the proper form of all the different kettle bell exercises, but also constantly coming up with awesome workouts.

One of the great things about Fairfield Strength is that you don't have to have an athletic background to go and begin improving your own shape! Through my NCAA career I worked with many trainers, but none were as knowledgeable as George and Kathleen! Not only did they give me some awesome workouts, but I learned a ton about joint mobility and joint preservation. George and Kathleen's knowledge of strength and joint mobility issues are just one of many reasons that I think Fairfield Strength is an awesome gym no matter your background!

Kat Wollenberg

Chief Gomola and Kathleen are the best!! I took a firefighter/tactical athlete training program with them, as well as some extra training sessions, and they exceeded my expectations! I've never done any sort of formal kettlebell training until this program, and now I add it into my regular workouts! They strive to make each student feel comfortable and welcome! Chief and Kathleen don't set generic standards for everyone...their goal is to see their students make progress! I've had my fair share of personal trainers in the past, but none have compared to Kathleen and Chief! Fairfield strength has a very family-like atmosphere. Overall, I highly recommend it!

Christopher Ahmer

Awesome gym for going beyond just hard training. Technique, mobility, and a strategy for staying healthy are all main focal points here as well. That said, you'll also get in a great workout that will be tailored to what you can/should do.

It's been great to learn how to actually use kettlebells correctly with Kathleen and George. The workouts are excellent, but now I get to take that skill back home with me as well.

Brenna Guarino

I came across Fairfield Strength after many failed attempts at finding a gym that suited my needs/goals in the Fairfield/Norwalk area. I was totally hooked after doing an intro series with Kathleen. At Fairfield Strength, thoughtful attention is paid to physical limitations, while workouts remain challenging and personalized. You'll get a little bit of everything here - tailored mobility work, kettlebells, rowing, sled pushes, strength training, etc. The small class sizes are ideal and the space is clean and welcoming. Taking class at Fairfield Strength has become a non-negotiable part of my week as a busy PA student - I'm so thankful to have found this gem of a gym!

Ryan Vitale

As a former college lacrosse player I have found that Fairfield Strength's approach to elite strength and performance training is hands down the most effective in elevating performance and achieving any individual goals. Chief Gomola and Kathleen's extensive training experience and knowledge has not only helped me recover from shoulder and knee injuries, but allowed me to become faster, stronger, and more athletic than I have ever been.

Anyone looking to take their training to the next level should seriously consider Fairfield Strength. Whether you are young or old, in shape or looking for a lifestyle change, Chief Gomola and Kathleen will personalize your experience to fit your needs and goals. You will often hear them preach about "Training Smart." Every training session will be done with a purpose and intensity. It's not about working out to beat yourself down, but preforming movements to bring you closer to your goals.

Thanks Chief and Kathleen!

Georgie Whitehurst

Fairfield Strength is awesome. They’ve done a great job of understanding my young children’s physical fitness goals- age 9 and 7- and putting a custom plan that is safe, age appropriate and fun for each child. They are teaching them the right fundamentals of strength training and movement skills for all sports while also making it fun at the same time. Each week my children ask when they can come back to see Coach George and Kathleen and play! I highly recommend them!

Boris Gonzalez

I found Fairfield Strength out of the interest of fixing my kettlebell swing. I felt commercial gyms near me trained with kettlebells, but did not give me enough assurance that my training would be safe due to the form I saw being performed. Anyhow, I ran into this place and was very impressed. My kettlebell swing improved from a form standpoint and from a strength one as well. I am swinging a kettlebell much heavier than I every thought I would have in about a month. Although that was not my main focus, it was a nice result. I trained under Kathleen, which was great as she was very knowledgable from the technique side, but also on how to teach as people progress through the training. She will immerse you in knowledge, but not without delivering it in a fashion you can’t remember what she said/taught. I suggest, if you are curious about trying/improving kettlebell training or any training in general, give Kathleen and George a try. They are great business owners, trainers, and overall amazing people!

Lexi Romano

Kathleen and George are not only great instructors, but wonderful people in general! I took a firefighter academy prep class with them that not only pushed me physically, but mentally as well. After being introduced to hard-style kettlebell training, I am eager to incorporate kettlebells into my gym routine and to learn more about them. Both Kathleen and George are extremely in-tune with proper technique and form. They both know how to juggle group sessions that are comprised of athletes at different levels or with specific restrictions, which is something I truly appreciate in a coach! I look forward to training with them both in the future!