ANCHOR life + fitness - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Kelly D.

The minute you walk into Anchor you are a part of a community that cares about your fitness and health journey. I started at Anchor about 3 months ago and it has changed the way I think about working out … in a positive way! I feel better mentally, physically, and look forward to getting stronger.

Charlene and her crew will always support you, make sure your form is right, and push you to be your best self. Have a question on how to do a certain exercise? They will never make you feel a certain way - they welcome questions and want to see you succeed. I look forward to coming to class and being surrounded by a group of likeminded people who want to get stronger and healthier. We work hard and have fun doing it too.

Thanks to Charlene and all the trainers for creating this beautiful community. I’m so happy that I went out of my comfort zone and found my place!

Melissa R.

Anchor is the answer. I have been a member of the Y for almost 10 years and where it does provide a nice workout facility it did not bring me the knowledge or friendship I was hoping to develop. Everyone doing their own thing with headphones isolates people more than providing a community feeling. Anchor was immediately different. No headphones or trying to figure out how to do something by copying what someone else is doing. Anchor teaches you every move in the best way for YOUR body and ability. We workout together doing personally modified movements that allow open encouragement from not only the coaches but also your fellow swolemates. Once you start you are immediately in with the class you are working out with. The coaches are warm and knowledgeable and more than happy to jump in and show you the best way to do something instead of a quick walk by with correction. I went from maybe going to the gym once a week to Mon-Fri 8 am class and now my week doesn’t feel right without starting at Anchor. I went in knowing NOTHING about working out and now I am crushing it. Come for the knowledge and stay for the amazing environment that they provide.

Liz G.

My son Connor has been working out with Jake and Dom at Anchor fitness for the past two years. The sports performance classes have been the best fit for him. Small classes with instructors who truly care about the athletes. He looks forward to going every afternoon! His strength and fitness level have made huge strides and he is seeing all the off season hard work pay off on the baseball field this spring. Not only are they getting a good workout but the instructors are teaching them the about their muscles and how the exercises will help them.

Diana S.

Anchor has been an amazing experience for me. I’ll start out by saying I don’t like working out, I’m lazy. I had a Y membership for 4 years and never went.

I signed up for Anchor and I go 5 days a week now. The app program is a great system for lazy folk like myself, because I can’t not show up for a class I signed up for cause the instructor will know and I’m likely keeping someone else from the class.

I love all the instructors; their eyes are on each person making sure everyone is doing the workouts properly and pushing you to finish/go up in weight (they do this mildly and nicely)!

I feel so much better each morning after my workout, my posture is noticeably better and I’m stronger. I love the yoga classes for my joints. It’s a real community; everyone (trainers and members) is really nice and supporting. I highly recommend checking Anchor out.

Amy K.

I’ve been part of the Anchor fam since July of last year, and it’s been the best decision I could have made for my health and wellbeing. I arrived with zero knowledge of strength training yet never once felt awkward or out of place. The coaches and other members are non-judgmental, welcoming, and supportive. Everyone, regardless of fitness level or ability, belongs.

We just wrapped up the Strong 45 challenge, and it was the kick in the butt I needed to get other aspects of my life in line with what I’ve been doing in the gym. For the last 45 days, we focused not only on eating nutritious, unprocessed foods, but we also prioritized daily meditation, reading, outdoor walks, proper hydration, and solid sleep. These are things that I KNOW are good for me but often get neglected because, well, LIFE.

This challenge required us to be intentional with how we fueled our minds and bodies. It was tough, but we received support the entire way. From health seminars and weekly check-ins with our coach to the camaraderie of other members along for the ride, it never felt like we were on our own.

I’ve lost pounds and inches while gaining a new lifestyle that makes me feel so damn good! Highly recommend this challenge to anyone considering for next time!

Robert D.

I've been a member of Anchor for almost three years. I had always been a big cardio guy (cycling, etc), and while I still enjoy those activities, Anchor has made me realize that strength, flexibility, and yoga are just, if not more, important for overall health and wellness. The trainers have been wonderful at providing targeted actions to improve my flexibility and lessen my back pain and offer alternatives and form adjustments during our workouts to place less strain on my back. Anchor's small classes are enjoyable and varied, making going to the gym far less of a chore. The results have been increased muscle mass, increased strength, improved flexibility, and a broader understanding of overall health.

More recently, I've been having weekly check-ins and working with one of the trainers, Dom. These more focused feedback sessions have again elevated the service and results I'm seeing. Dom has helped dial in my nutrition, workouts, and lifestyle choices to better achieve my health and fitness goals. The weekly check-in keeps you honest and accountable, while also providing helpful tips and tricks to reach your goals. I'm confident that this extra attention to detail and feedback will continue to help me focus more attention on my goals as I reach the half-century mark.

Lisa W.

I’ve been a member at Anchor for the last eight months. I joined in order to get back into exercising. It’s been a great experience since Day 1. The coaches are supportive, encouraging and knowledgeable. The smaller classes and personalized programs allow for one on one instruction and guidance. The strength training has helped me to get stronger, improve my mobility and be more active. I am not a ‘morning person’ and the fact that I get up to make early morning classes must mean they are doing something right!

Leland B.

I used to dread bringing our trash cans up our steep driveway. I would be winded and reminded of how out of shape I was. Now, thanks to Anchor, I actually look forward to this weekly task because it reminds me of how strong I've become.

I look forward to getting up and heading to Anchor at 6 a.m. every morning. The community is wholesome, and the coaches each bring their own unique style. They help you safely and effectively understand how to lift weights.

Even after a year, I still have questions about my form, and the coaches are always there, equipped with the knowledge to ensure that what I'm doing is best for my body.

Anchor has given me the tools to transform my life—I now have the energy I was searching for to keep up with my two little boys. Over the summer, I was walking off the beach with my 3-year-old. I had a chair on my back, a cooler over one arm, a bag of sand toys over the other, and another chair. When my son started crying because his feet were burning from the hot afternoon sand, I was able to lift him up, despite already carrying all that weight, and carry him off the beach. It was a moment I’ll never forget, and it truly wouldn’t have been possible if I hadn’t joined Anchor.

Recently, I received some bloodwork results showing my biological age is 9.8 years younger than my calendar age. After turning 40 this year, seeing that I’m biologically 30 is pretty cool. I can’t help but think that focusing on my skeletal muscle and the ripple effect it has on the rest of my body played a part in that result.