Koa Strength and Fitness

Koa Strength and Fitness

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"Ideal for Rehabilitating Fitness Seekers"

5 /5

75 verified member reviews

What Members Are Saying

Koa Strength and Fitness offers a nurturing environment that caters to both rehabilitating fitness seekers and community-oriented enthusiasts.

  • ❤️ Rehabilitating Fitness Seekers Feel Supported: Many members recovering from injuries appreciate how the coaches provide personalized modifications and closely monitor their progress, ensuring they feel safe and confident during workouts.
  • ❤️ Community-Oriented Fitness Enthusiasts Find Belonging: Reviewers frequently mention the welcoming atmosphere, highlighting how members of all ages come together, fostering a deep sense of community where everyone feels included and motivated.
  • ❤️ Personalized Coaching Keeps You Accountable: Members note that instructors actively check in on their fitness journeys, offering tailored guidance and encouragement that helps them stay on track.
  • ❤️ Inclusive Atmosphere Enhances Experience: Reviewers often remark on the supportive camaraderie among members, making workouts enjoyable while encouraging each other to achieve their goals.

AI summary based on recent reviews, updated weekly

Member Reviews

Kelley is absolutely wonderful! If you're even a little apprehensive she will make you feel welcome and no question is too dumb! Lol The gym is clean and professional! I can't say enough positive things about Koa!!!

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Jan 12, 2026
Review for Kelley Rubish

Laid back and motivating atmosphere! Love the coaching throughout the workouts! Exactly what I was looking for!

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Jan 11, 2026
Review for Kelley Rubish

My coach encourages me even when I feel like I have backslid due to surgery. She keeps me on track and helps me focus on what’s important instead of freaking out over absolutely everything.

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Jan 8, 2026
Review for Danya Powers

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Jan 8, 2026

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Jan 7, 2026
Review for Amy Rousey

Mary was the coach, and she was fabulous!

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Jan 6, 2026
Review for Kelley Rubish

Mary gave great institution for the class to make sure that we were performing the movements properly. The class was upbeat and definitely hit the targeted areas.

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Jan 6, 2026

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Dec 30, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Koa is probably one of a hand full of gym in the whole US that are as welcoming and encouraging. Singles come, parents come, kids come, grandparents come,.dogs come. Everyone is welcome. There is a deep sense of community and everyone helps everyone else. As for Pete, my wonderful powerlifting coach, I can't say enough good. He is both laid back and keen minded. He is really sensitive to what needs to be continued or changed in order for me to continue to progress.

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Dec 16, 2025
Review for Pete Rubish

My coach does great every day. I have a more positive outlook on life since joint KOA. The atmosphere and people are great!

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Dec 11, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Danya is such a kind and helpful yoga instructor. Coming off of a surgery she is very helpful and is always checking in during class. Makes me happy to be back!

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Dec 9, 2025
Review for Danya Powers

Such a great experience every time I attend. Kelley is always adjusting class to people's struggle and also pushing them to be better!

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Dec 6, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Dec 4, 2025

Coach Danya was awesome. She really took the time to notice my small knee issue and didn’t just brush it off. She carefully explained options for several different poses that would avoid strain while still giving me a solid workout. It felt like she was paying close attention to how my body was responding, adjusting the session in real time to keep me comfortable but challenged. That level of care made the whole experience at Koa Strength and Fitness very enjoyable, and I left feeling both supported and stronger.

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Dec 2, 2025
Review for Danya Powers

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Dec 1, 2025

Kelley always keeps us on our toes providing challenging but fun workouts.

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Dec 1, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Mary is an amazing coach,she makes sure I know how to do the movements and is willing to show me how to do them if I don't know what the movements are. She is a great coach!

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Dec 1, 2025

Had a blast!! Woo!!

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Nov 27, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Nov 24, 2025

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Nov 22, 2025

Mary is great. She is always helpful, takes the time to make sure you are doing the movement correctly..she makes working out fun.

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Nov 18, 2025

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Nov 14, 2025

Danya cheerfully greeted the class and asked where soreness most dwelt in the member's body. Danya always targets physical pains so she can alleviate the pain with special yoga techniques incorporated into her program for that session.

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Nov 14, 2025
Review for Danya Powers

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Nov 14, 2025
Review for Amelia Hoeflich

Coach Kelley motivates me to do more and work harder in order to make progress in my fitness journey. She’s knowledgeable, cheerful, and upbeat - just what I need at 6:15 AM when I’m still waking up and need that extra push. During each session at Koa Strength and Fitness, she pays close attention to my form, offering clear guidance and adjusting exercises to fit my level. Her positive energy makes early mornings feel less like a chore and more like a chance to challenge myself. Knowing she’s there, encouraging me to keep going even when I want to slow down, has helped me stay consistent and actually look forward to workouts. The combination of her expertise and enthusiasm creates an environment where I feel supported and capable of making real progress.

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Nov 12, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Nov 5, 2025
Review for Stacey Treece

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Nov 4, 2025
Review for Danya Powers

As always Kelley was great!! Best coach ever.

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Oct 30, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

My coach was very honest with me and encouraging. She always makes me feel so loved!

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Oct 30, 2025
Review for Danya Powers

It was wild ! 😁🙃👍

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Oct 28, 2025

Koa is the best place to go workout and have a safe and productive environment! There’s no other gym or group of trainers I’d recommend more!

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Oct 27, 2025

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Oct 24, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Kelley and the Koa family are amazing. I love going to the gym and feeling comfortable to push myself in a supportive environment with such great guidance and company. Thank you Koa fam!!

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Oct 16, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Christina is fabulous, she always pushes us to do the best can! So thankful to have her!!!

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Oct 14, 2025

Stacey does a great job demonstrating and coaching for technique. She is encouraging and also offers alternative movements, if needed.

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Oct 13, 2025
Review for Stacey Treece

Kelly is great! She puts up with a lot from us but keeps smiling. She’s a great coach.

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Oct 8, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

She is amazing! You may not want to do it ! Just show up and you will not regret it! Always fun, encouraging.

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Oct 8, 2025
Review for Stacey Treece

Kelley is awesome. Her wisdom and encouragement have helped me reach goals I didn’t think were possible.

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Sep 11, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Sep 10, 2025

Had a blast! Great workout, great friends, great music!!!

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Sep 8, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Kelley is the best!

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Aug 22, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Aug 14, 2025

He did a great job! I have had some restrictions on lower body workouts so he adapted and focused on upper body only, it was inventive and not redundant and not boring! I would recommend him and the other people at this gym to anyone!

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Aug 13, 2025
Review for Pete Rubish

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Jul 29, 2025

I usually go to the 10 o’clock class… But I really enjoyed the evening class today. Always a great workout! The instructors are great!

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Jul 28, 2025

She was great she did all my measurements and we did a max to see where I am. It’s really nice to have someone show you the correct methods and set you up a program to work on your goals and weight.

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Jul 21, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Class was very enjoyable. A good flow, some new poses, good instructions and even where the areas should be working.

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Jul 11, 2025
Review for Amelia Hoeflich

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Jul 7, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Jul 3, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Love love love it!

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Jul 3, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Had a great first meeting with Coach Danya today! Looking forward to following her advice and becoming the best version of myself.

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Jun 28, 2025
Review for Danya Powers

Provided an uplifting, empowering strength experience. 10/10

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Jun 25, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

This review is for Lichelle. I thought she was awesome and so kind. It was my very first class with KOA so everything was new and she was super helpful in explaining things to me. I would love to go to another class of hers.

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Jun 17, 2025

Kelley is great! She’s always there to answer any questions and will push and motivate you to your full potential! Love Kelley and KOA! ❤️🌺

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Jun 9, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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May 28, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Kelley is the best, as always!

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May 14, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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May 5, 2025

I always look forward to and enjoy our sessions. One of the highlights of my week. Very calm and relaxing and i always walk out feeling better than when I came in

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May 2, 2025
Review for Amelia Hoeflich

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Apr 27, 2025

Love the experience at this gym! My favorite of the many gyms I have visited over the years. Kelley knows what works!

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Apr 10, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

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Apr 9, 2025

The class was fun & Amy is always a good time! Very encouraging.

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Apr 1, 2025
Review for Amy Rousey

Lifts are up. Weight is down. Can’t beat that.

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Mar 28, 2025
Review for Pete Rubish

supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

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Mar 14, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Best instructor ever!

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Mar 12, 2025
Review for Stacey Treece

Great 1st class session. Ready to get into it more. Very beginner friendly. Instructor was informative and explained positions and alternatives well!

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Mar 7, 2025
Review for Amelia Hoeflich

Great session! We love KOA 🫶

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Feb 25, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

I love working out at Koa! Kelley makes every class fun and challenging. The 5 am class is the best!

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Feb 25, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Amazing. Easy to follow. I leave with those happy endorphins that stick with me for the rest of the day.

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Feb 25, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Heavy squats

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Feb 24, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Kelley is awesome to work with!! I’d recommend her to anyone!

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Feb 4, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

The classes are always great, it's the best gym ever! 😃

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Jan 28, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Always a great class with Kelly! She explains the exercises and gives me alternatives to do in the event I can’t perform the ones on the board! She is the best!

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Jan 28, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

On Tuesdays a group of ladies meet at 6:00 am for the Open Gym Workout. Kelley is always available to coach us through the exercises we’re unfamiliar with. I love our mornings getting Stronger Together!

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Jan 28, 2025
Review for Kelley Rubish

Madison is fantastic. She is helpful and encouraging.

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Jan 27, 2025
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Koa Strength and Fitness currently has 75 verified member reviews with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars. All reviews come from real members who have experienced the gym firsthand.

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Koa Strength and Fitness is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee at 697 Emory Valley Rd D, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, USA. Click the address above to get directions.