The Ark Fitness - Gainesville, Florida

Kenny O. L.

The Ark Fitness is truly a gem for anyone looking to dive into Olympic weightlifting. From the moment you walk in, you feel a sense of community and positivity that sets it apart from other gyms. The coaches are simply amazing, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for helping you improve. Their guidance is invaluable, and you'll see noticeable progress under their expert eye.

What really makes The Ark Fitness special, though, is the people. The training environment is filled with friendly faces who are always there to motivate and support you. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced lifter, you'll find yourself surrounded by like-minded individuals who push you to be your best. If you're serious about weightlifting and want to feel good about your training journey, The Ark Fitness is the place to be.

Hillary P.

I've been coming to the Ark gym for about a month and have been loving the experience! Coach Mike does an awesome job at leading/coaching the strength class and making everyone feel welcome regardless of their fitness level. I've taken many strength classes before but these are by far some of the most challenging I've done- I leave feeling accomplished. For every exercise you're given modifications, for what fits best for you. I wish I had more time left living in Gainesville because I know I would continue coming to the Ark!

Neni 1.

COACH MIKE IS THE BEST!! He’s super knowledgeable about weightlifting and fitness in general. The gym is smaller, but if you go at the right times it’s never too crowded. I love going here to practice Olympic weightlifting because the bars and plates are in good shape. Also, the people I’ve met at the gym are super polite and respectful. I cannot recommend this gym enough!! 🏋🏻‍♀️

Mariangel B.

If you wanna have a good workout, go to ark!! The people are beyond friendly and the vibes are amazing! Everyone wants to lift heavy and is really encouraging. Coach Mike is also super cool and was a welcoming face as a Hispanic who moved to Gainesville. Going to work out ark is the highlight of my day :))

Yiwen W.

I have been going to The Ark for the past three years now and I can say for sure there is no other gym like it. It’s best suited for barbell style training like CrossFit or Olympic weightlifting so if that’s something you’re into, it’s definitely worth checking out! There’s no better place that gives off an old-school, hardcore training environment. The people are great and Mike, the owner, is a great person and one of the friendliest people out there.

Jia-Chi L.

I'm glad the Ark is the place where I first time learned weightlifting. As a beginner, I learned the technique without any knowledge prior here, and I like it. There are a lot of people training at the Ark, from beginners to experienced athletes. I believe you'll find your place if you would like to try or practice weightlifting. Coach Mike makes the Ark a warm, welcoming place for everyone. More importantly, weightlifting sometimes feels too masculine, which might stop some women from learning it. But in the Ark, you'll find many women practicing with you. lt's such a nice experience being stronger with a lot of women together!

Tyller B.

Love training here! I’ve done Olympic lifting for many years and Coach Mike and the whole team are so welcoming and kind. They’ve helped me get restated back into lifting and it’s been a blast! Great workouts and great people 🙂

Rebecca G.

Coach Mike is awesome! He provides a super supportive and fun environment to workout in and provides awesome feedback. I’ve had nothing but a great time at the Ark!