Orangetheory Fitness

Orangetheory Fitness Introduce

Orangetheory Fitness is a globally recognized fitness center, and the Lloyd Center location at 1107 NE 9th Ave, Portland, OR, brings its unique, science-backed workout to the heart of Oregon. More than just a gym, Orangetheory is a physical fitness program that combines group classes with personalized, data-driven training. The core concept is heart-rate-based interval training, where you use a heart rate monitor to track your effort and optimize your workout. The goal is to spend 12 or more minutes in the "Orange Zone," which is 84-91% of your maximum heart rate. This triggers a phenomenon called Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC), which means you continue to burn calories for up to 24 hours after your workout.

The energy in an Orangetheory class is palpable, and the structure removes the guesswork from your workout. Every session is led by a certified coach who guides you through a carefully planned routine. This takes the mental load off of you; all you have to do is show up and follow along. This is a significant selling point for many members, who appreciate not having to plan their own workouts. A member enthusiastically stated, "I just have to show up and then stop thinking, the coaches tell us what to do and we do it." While a few isolated instances of poor customer service have been noted in reviews, the overwhelming sentiment from members is that the coaches and staff are "so friendly and helpful," creating an environment that is both motivating and supportive. Members find they push themselves harder than they ever would alone, thanks to the group dynamic and the real-time feedback from the monitors.

The Portland - Lloyd Center Orangetheory Fitness is conveniently located at 1107 NE 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97232, USA. Situated in a bustling part of the city, this location is easily accessible for residents of Portland and surrounding areas. The facility is committed to being an inclusive space for all. It offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, a wheelchair accessible parking lot, and a wheelchair accessible restroom, ensuring that everyone can participate comfortably in their fitness journey. On-site amenities also include a restroom for the convenience of all members.

Orangetheory Fitness offers a comprehensive, full-body workout that is both varied and challenging. Each class is unique, focusing on a combination of cardio and strength training. This prevents the boredom that can come with a repetitive routine.

Our services include:

Heart Rate-Based Interval Training: Our signature workout uses scientifically-backed heart rate training to deliver a comprehensive, full-body workout in just one hour. The workouts are a dynamic blend of strength and cardio on the treadmill, rower, and weight floor.
Expert-Led Classes: Every session is guided by a certified coach who ensures proper form, provides modifications, and offers constant motivation to help you achieve your personal best. They also offer personalized tips and assistance to members.
Personal Training: While the core of our business is group classes, our coaches act as personal trainers within the class setting, providing individual attention and guidance. Our model is often seen as a more affordable way to get personal training benefits in a group environment.
Online Classes: For members who prefer to work out from home, we offer online classes, providing flexibility and convenience to fit a busy schedule.
Various Class Formats: We offer different types of classes like the standard "Orange 60" minute class, "Tread 50" which focuses on cardiovascular endurance, and "Strength 50" which is dedicated to building lean muscle. The variety ensures your body is always guessing and your workout is never boring.

What makes Orangetheory Fitness - Lloyd Center a standout choice in the crowded Oregon fitness market is its unique, data-driven approach and the community it fosters.

Our key features and highlights include:

Real-Time Performance Tracking: The use of heart rate monitors provides real-time data on your performance, which is displayed on large screens. This allows you to monitor your intensity and push yourself to new limits, with the goal of earning "splat points."
Efficient and Effective Workouts: The high-intensity interval training (HIIT) model is designed to maximize calorie burn and boost your metabolism for up to 24 hours after class, providing a highly efficient workout for busy individuals.
Community and Motivation: Our coaches and fellow members create a supportive, high-energy environment. Members consistently say they are pushed harder than they would be on their own and that the "energy of the other participants" is a major motivator.
Variety and Adaptability: With different daily workouts and options to substitute equipment (e.g., a bike or strider for the treadmill), our classes are perfect for all fitness levels and are easily adaptable for those with injuries or limitations.

For residents of Oregon, choosing Orangetheory Fitness is a decision to invest in a workout that is scientifically proven, expertly guided, and incredibly engaging. While the cost may be higher than a traditional gym, the value is in the structured, effective, and personalized nature of the workout. As one member review points out, "I find that I push myself harder than any other workouts I've done in the past," and this sentiment is echoed by many. The mix of friendly, helpful staff and the consistently unique workouts makes every visit an exciting new challenge. Payments are simple with major credit cards and debit cards accepted. We also offer online classes, a great option for those who want to stay active on the go or prefer to train at home. The gym is a place where every workout is a new experience, and the support of the community and coaches helps you stay on track and achieve results.

For more information or to book your first class, please contact us.

Contact Information:

Address: 1107 NE 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97232, USA

Phone: (503) 946-9409

Orangetheory Fitness Details

Service options
Online classes

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom

Amenities
Restroom
Swimming pool

Planning
Membership required

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards

Orangetheory Fitness Photos

Orangetheory Fitness Location

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1107 NE 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97232, USA

Orangetheory Fitness Reviews

An average rating of ★4.8 from 255 user reviews.

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For $179/month definitely the worst customer service experience. I came early about 15 min but forgot my monitor I live across the street. I asked the front desk if I should get one she said I’m fine. Class starts and the trainer tells me that I need it. I come back and ask her to borrow one and she says it’s $10 feet. I asked her why then she wouldn’t tell me that prior? She said simply oh I didn’t know you want one. Before tried to book a class and app wouldn’t work and I asked her to assist and she said simply I don’t know. Asked if it would be beneficial to take one class or the other? Guess the answer? Idk. Asked to ask a trainer. Oh no not right now. 0 help.
April 02 · Nadiia Hliebova
I love Orangetheory Lloyd Center. The coaches and staff are so friendly and helpful. Every workout is unique. I find that I push myself harder than any other workouts I've done in the past.
February 10 · Courtney Humbard
Visited this gym while I was in town for work and loved it. They had a nice welcome sign when I walked in, the front desk employee was so nice, the coaches were amazing, and I got a great workout. The studio is a bit on the smaller side, but it is in a city so I didn’t expect it to be huge. Overall, I had a great experience and will be visiting again on my next trip there later this year! Thanks OT Portland!
April 23 · Chelsea Evans Furey
“Membership” with OTF must be taken with copious grains of salt. I’ve been a member for years, but have had at least 3 negative experiences with front office staff and at different locations.Front office staff have their hands tied by upper management so they’ll never be understanding about refunding you even if you’re in the right. Literally never. I asked to hold my account and put the start date as one day after my bill date by mistake. I pointed this out after they charged me for a full month, asking for a refund and to start the hold then… I was denied by the office manager, with attitude. I had to dig on the Internet to find contact info for the holding company/gym owner and email THEM for an answer. I told them what happened and they quickly refunded me. Why do this to your “members”? It’s because they do not care about customer service whatsoever, you are just a number ($$$) to them. I think this has an effect on the why the culture at their gyms is so bad; leadership at OTF is bad and you can feel what that does to their coaches and staff.The workouts are fine I guess just go into it knowing they’ll do this kind of thing to you, and if you can swallow that, you can be an OTF gym club member. 😂
January 13 · Patty Lora
Very aggressive sales are a turn off. I did not to opt into text messages and got a text immediately after making an account anyway. Then received a number of phone calls. They advertise spin classes but do not actually have them.
March 26 · Desiree Hull-Smith