Iron Fortress Training Mineola - Personal trainer in Mineola - 263 Jericho Turnpike, USA

IFT is by far one of the best gyms I’ve worked out at! Junior, Sam, and the whole crew are so inviting and make you feel a part of what they’ve built! The equipment state of the art, and I loved trying them all. Great sessions, great lifts, and great vibes🤙

I've been training with Junior at IFT since Nov'23 (about 5 months) at the Mineola location. Prior to IFT, I had a personal trainer I worked exclusively with remotely (online/app workouts, check-ins, etc.) and had a membership at the local New Yorks Sports Club (Garden City). I also have a small home gym. Back in November, I was looking for a live/in-person personal trainer for 1.) accountability and 2.) to help me get stronger (I was about 3 months out from a powerlifting competition). Within a few weeks of training at IFT, I realized I was getting so much more than the two items I originally set out for. Not only were the personal training sessions, diet, nutrition, training plan and ad hoc check-ins top notch, but the way Junior, Neil and the rest of the IFT trainers and staff treat their clients was like family. I've also become friendly with other clients I see every couple of weeks. It truly feels like a community. And I want to talk about results... Junior was transparent when I first met with him. This is what he told me: “I’m not a powerlifting trainer, but I can get you stronger.” I competed back in November of 2022 and recorded a squat of 309, a bench of 245 and a deadlift of 435. Within just 11 weeks at IFT, I competed in mid-Feb (2024) and recorded a squat of 331, a bench of 259 and a deadlift of 435 reaching my goal of a total of 1,000lb (and having hit all higher PRs prior in the gym) thanks to Junior. AND he and a few others from IFT traveled 3+ hrs upstate to coach & cheer me on. The gym is also beautiful! It’s laid out really well, has the highest quality machines and equipment (Watson, exclusively shipped from the UK), a nice sauna and relaxation room, a quality changing room, locker rooms and bathroom. In terms of price, personal training is expensive. Period. In terms of quality and value, if you’re truly in the market for personal training and a private gym, I honestly think IFT is an incredible value (especially when you break it down by cost/session). Not to mention all the intangibles I spoke about above. If you’re considering a personal trainer or private gym, I HIGHLY recommend stopping into IFT and speaking to Junior, Neil, Sam or any of the staff to learn more.

I met Sam and Junior at a friends BBQ in June 2024. Junior was training my friend. I hadn’t had any weight issues until COVID. I put on weight and couldn’t seem to get it off. My son recently got engaged. That was my motivation to try to do something. I spoke to Sam and Junior. I told them both on all my years I never been to a gym. I have no clue what I’m doing. With no pressure, they invited me to come tour their gym. I went and surprisingly I was not overwhelmed. They were warm and inviting and explained everything to me. I decided to give it a try. Fast forward 8 weeks. This is the best decision I have ever made. I have lost weight and inches and am actually gaining muscle! I train twice a week with Junior. I go two additional times to do my “homework” The sessions are geared toward me and my abilities as a beginner. He pushes me and encourages me. He has put together a nutrition plan that works for me. This is a team effort. Being held accountable keeps me motivated. He texts me to check in and keeps me on track. IFT is truly a family. I am happy to be a part of it. If you are serious about getting healthy and in shape, give this gym a try.

TO CALL THIS PLACE A GYM WOULD BE AN INSULT! When you walk into IFT, you're not just walking into any regular gym. You're walking into a place of strength, confidence, motivation, but most importantly, you're walking into a safe space of trainers that truly care about your goals and achievements (explains why they call this place a Fortress). I've been training with Neil for almost a month, and I have to say it's been an amazing experience so far. He's been very patient with me as I ease back into working out after not picking up weights in years, but pushes me through every workout. At the end of my session, I always leave feeling accomplished. He's also very accommodating to my schedule. I can only have my sessions at 5am, but when I get there at 4:50am, he's already there waiting for me. I've already lost some weight, gotten stronger, and feel so much healthier than before I joined, and my journey has only just begun. If you want to be the absolute BEST version of yourself, I highly recommend joining Iron Fortress Training!

Joining IFT has been one of the best investments I've ever made. Junior and the rest of his amazing team of trainers are a fantastic support system. They are motivated in seeing your best self shine, while pushing your limits that keep you excited and growing. There have been workouts I didn't think I could pull the weight or finish the set completely, but working with the IFT family shows you what you can achieve when you put you mind to it, and I would always complete the workout to much of my surprise. I can't recommend these group of people enough to anyone that is looking to take their fitness journey seriously, while gaining an awesome community that will cheer you on along the way.

This gym exceeded my expectations in every aspect! It is so well designed. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They genuinely care for the clients. I have bad knees however the equipment they use has counter weights to take load off the joints and I can finally squat again! I spend a lot of my time in the recovery room when I’m there lol love the massage chairs and infrared sauna Highly recommend this place !

IFT is the best gym around. From the atmosphere to the equipment- it’s truly a special place. I trained with Neil for the summer and had goals of losing weight and building muscle for my senior year of high school. I have learned so much and have seen a huge difference in my body and strength. He pushed me past my limits and showed me that I can lift heavier, train harder, and do more reps when I think I can’t. The encouragement that Neil gave me built my confidence and motivated me every day to take my fitness journey seriously and enter my senior year with my head held high. A lot of people think they have to have knowledge before they start at IFT, but that isn’t true. IFT Personal trainers teach you everything from form to discipline to eating healthy. They know how to guide you no matter the fitness level you are at. I’ve personally seen the IFT team train beginners to expert level clients and each person hits their goals as long as they listen to the guidance given. I’ve only ever seen people leave happy- and always a better version of themselves. I love this place, and would be here every day if I could. I am back in school, and teaching my friends everything that I’ve learned in gym class. I’ve even impressed my PE teacher with how much knowledge I’ve gained from IFT. I honestly can’t wait to go back and I always feel home when I’m there. I know I’ve gained a family for life.

Coming to IFT has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Prior to IFT, i had very limited physical training experience. Junior and the whole team have been nothing but understanding while also pushing me to better myself. What i love about IFT the most is that they truly seem to have a vested interest in your own success. Junior makes you want to do that extra rep and push yourself past what you think you can do. The team never asks you to do something they wouldn’t do themselves The machines and equipment are top of the line. Between the top notch equipment and people, you are truly getting the best of both worlds when you go to this gym.