JDI Barbell 1767 Park Avenue, Manhattan, New York,

"This place rules man. If I'm ever back in NYC I'll live here. And snatch all damn day."

"This gym is legitimately one of the best deals in NYC, especially their coached classes."

"JDI is different. JDI makes powerlifters. JDI helps build the confidence that you don't get at a commercial gym. It's a small family, and that's beautiful. I started using the bar because of JDI. I no longer fear heavy weight; I no longer fear the barbell; I no longer worry about not being able to lift. JDI also has a community of girls who lift and empower each other through friendship and every lift. Once a month, the Strong Gurls Club gets together and has an event which I look forward to. The best part of my experience is not only am I getting stronger, but my mental health has done a 180, and that's priceless for me. free endorphins!!!!"

"I have been a member for three months, and been lifting seriously for about a decade. I strongly recommend JDI Harlem. If you're expecting a spa, JDI Harlem gives a rough initial impression, but if you want to train, it's a playground. It has everything you need where it counts for solid strength training: fantastic programming in the app, coaching hours where you can get constructive critique on your lifts, and a community that shares a strong drive for self improvement. For intermediate/advanced lifters, there is programming that will challenge you in the app and all the necessary equipment to execute. For beginner lifters, there are coaches around during coaching hours to make sure you're lifting safely and give you technical critique, BUT they split their time between individual clients and the two JDI locations so if you want a specific coach you should speak with them about scheduling or consider getting a session yourself. If you want to train strength or get into olympic lifting, JDI Harlem is your best shot in town."

"I used to go to this gym a couple years ago before moving away. It is the best strength training gym I’ve gone to and unique in the level of care that the coaches/instructors provide. I felt safe learning to lift at this gym and learning how to safely lift. The coaches treat other people with kindness and empathy. I am thankful for the experience going to JDI Barbell and recommend it to anybody who lives in nyc who wants to learn how to lift or who wants to go to a different gym."