The Refinery

I needed to start working out again after a back injury and decide that Frederik Schaaf would be a good fit. Frederik has been great helping me get stronger and not re-injuring my back. My overall experience with both the gym and the trainers have been great.

It took me a while to write this for review. I was so shook disappointed and upset I needed to take time to collect my thoughts. I was so thrilled to find a gym walking distance to the apartments I just moved into, I really vibed with the weight training instructor I believe her name was Ashley but can’t be sure as of now. Decided to take a chance and try a different class and I went in for boxing, wow was that a disappointment and a mistake. The teacher made no effort to made me feel comfortable, no effort to teach me the new moves, and when I asked for a modification he specified maybe you should try the harder exercise without inquiring about previous injuries. As a personal trainer or coach your job is to make modifications if a client request or if they have injuries to suggest to try the harder exercise suggesting to reinjur I felt like that comment was reckless and was damaging and I would never come back to that studio. Instead of walking to a fitness class that was a couple blocks away I’ve chosen to remain at the studios that are 30 minutes away from where I live because they understand the importance of listening to your body and taking care of your body.

I usually take Brittany’s classes and she’s awesome. She balances the workout so well and does a great job keeping you from getting bored. I always leave feeling great!

We've been training with Frederik Schaaf for about 4 months now and can't recommend The Refinery enough. Frederik is amazing, motivating and the workouts are spot on. Great space, great classes, all of our brief interactions with other trainers Ashleigh among them have been great. A great place to get fit with excellent trainers offering a variety of services. Check it out!

Incredible gym. Instructors are attentive and eager to help personalize workouts for people of all ability levels. Love this spot, definitely a game changer!

Great place for group or individual fitness goals and plans. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, where you can match up with the trainer to fit your needs.

Most fye zaza can be found here at the help of the most understanding unique people.

One of the best spin classes in PDX, both Mark and Justice get the burn on!

I'm so sore, in the best way!

Very helpful staff.