Nickel City Athletics

Nickel City Athletics

GymHappy Review:

"Ideal for Fitness Newcomers"

5 /5

95 verified member reviews

What Members Are Saying

Members consistently highlight the supportive and inclusive atmosphere at Nickel City Athletics, making it ideal for diverse fitness journeys.

  • ❤️ Fitness Newcomers Find Confidence: Many first-time attendees report feeling welcomed and encouraged, with reviews noting how the coaches provide personalized guidance and modifications that ease newcomers into their fitness journey.
  • ❤️ Rehabilitating Athletes Regain Strength: Individuals returning from injuries appreciate the attentive coaching, with several reviews mentioning how instructors tailor workouts and offer helpful scaling options, ensuring a safe path to recovery.
  • ❤️ Personalized Coaching Enhances Experience: Reviewers frequently mention the individualized attention received during classes, with coaches providing specific feedback and modifications to accommodate varying skill levels.
  • ❤️ Strong Community Support Shines: The sense of camaraderie is evident in reviews, with members celebrating each other's progress and fostering a warm, encouraging environment that motivates everyone to push their limits.

AI summary based on recent reviews, updated weekly

Member Reviews

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Dec 12, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Dec 8, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Skylar was kind, energetic and was happy to give variations to the exercises since I have previous knee concerns.

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Dec 6, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

What’s one positive change you’ve noticed since joining here at Nickel City Athletics?

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Dec 6, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

I really enjoyed the workout class today! It brought the healthy competitive side of me out! I usually am not a class kind of girl, i just work out alone at the gym but i really enjoyed my time. Skylar ran a great class and kept the energy up the whole time. I would come again!

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Dec 3, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

Becca was welcoming, supportive, kind, knowledgeable, and really helpful. I’d definitely take the class again.

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Dec 2, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Dec 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Dec 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Fun class, thank you for giving me an outlet from my stay with the in-laws

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Nov 26, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

Kayla is a knowledgeable coach who engages with everyone in the class, making it a fun experience. 😊

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Nov 24, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

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Nov 22, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

It was open gym so no interaction with a coach

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Nov 14, 2025

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Nov 7, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

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Nov 5, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Nov 5, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

Today's class was amazing. With a small turnout, Kayla led great conversation. Her warmth towards members and attention to detail with movements were a great way to start my day. 10 out of 10 would recommend checking out a class led by Kayla.

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Oct 29, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

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Oct 28, 2025

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Oct 28, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

I love when Matt instructs the metabolic conditioning

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Oct 27, 2025

Really fun class! Good programming and cool people (Coach included)

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Oct 21, 2025

Who the fuck is Matt?

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Oct 21, 2025

Skylar was welcoming and accommodating. Was my first time at NCA, and it seemed like an encouraging and positive vibe.

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Oct 21, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

Great cues and form discussion for activating glutes better on the reverse lunges. Vibes were high

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Oct 21, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Nickel City Athletics isn’t just a gym — it’s a community that truly lives inclusivity and growth. From day one, I felt welcomed, supported, and empowered to push my limits. The coaches are attentive and encouraging, and every member celebrates each other’s progress. It’s a space where you don’t just build strength — you build confidence, resilience, and connection. I always leave feeling stronger, inside and out.

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Oct 19, 2025

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Oct 16, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

The

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Oct 16, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

5 stars for Coach Skylar, as always!

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Oct 16, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

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Oct 14, 2025

She rocks! Always helping people solidify movements they are still learning. Huge help ❤️

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Oct 10, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

Skylar is wonderful! She gets the people going. The best part about this gym, other than getting super strong, is that now random passerbys at other gyms compliment my lift form! These are skills I'll have for life, super pumped about it.

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Oct 9, 2025
Review for Skylar Vles

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Oct 7, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Skylar crushed it! She’s very good at keeping a positiv

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Oct 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Sep 26, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

Great, was glad to have Skylar there to motivate me! Had an awesome first class and will definitely be returning.

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Sep 19, 2025

It was great I enjoyed the experience and the hospitality very friendly people and great coach.The early class is a great way to start your day

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Sep 17, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

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Sep 15, 2025

Sam is a wonderful coach, he demonstrates with lots of guidance. He’s very respectful of each person and very helpful to each person. His workout today was very helpful.

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Sep 15, 2025

Kaylas was holding it down as always. She kept the class running smoothly,

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Sep 14, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

Our class had an easy vibe with a good tempo. Skylar helped keep us motivated throughout and gave thorough and helpful answers to questions presented to her. I always enjoy classes with Skylar! She also makes me laugh which is a nice bonus.

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Sep 12, 2025

Ian was very supportive and helpful during all of class. Instruction and demonstrations were clear and easy to follow.

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Sep 5, 2025
Review for Ian Eller

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Sep 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

I always learn something new when Becca’s coaching 💯💯

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Aug 29, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Amazing as ysual

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Aug 27, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Matt was an excellent coach. With it being my first class, he explained and even modified the exercises for me. He was positive, encouraging, and motivating. I was sweating and definitely got a work out.

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Aug 26, 2025

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Aug 24, 2025

The partner class was great today, fun but challenging.

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Aug 23, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Aug 21, 2025

Ian was a friendly and supportive coach for my first class! He made it fun and challenging with helpful feedback on form and modifications. My husband and I will definitely come again!

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Aug 20, 2025
Review for Ian Eller

I always love when i get a chance to take Sam's class. He always has really helpful coaching and great cues on movements

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Aug 19, 2025

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Aug 18, 2025

My first class and Becca truly made me feel welcome and took time to walk me through the class and provided great encouragement throughout. Great workout and just the right pace.

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Aug 15, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Becca slayed as always! I really appreciate the feedback she gives during class on form and all the encouragement!

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Aug 11, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Aug 9, 2025

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Aug 7, 2025

Died a little bit, then came back to life. Good times. 🥵💪🏾

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Aug 6, 2025

The workout today with coach matt was great! He definitely creates a positive and fun atmosphere!

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Aug 1, 2025

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Jul 28, 2025

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Jul 28, 2025

Matt did great!! He was very helpful during a fun busy class!

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Jul 22, 2025
Review for Therabody Boots Medium

Amazing. Today was my very first class and it was tough for sure, but Becca always had alternatives ready to go for a novice like me, along with corrections to form. There were even a couple moments where I felt like I really knew what I was doing, thanks to the Fundamentals classes that led up to today. I wasn’t sure what to expect going in, and I was nervous for sure, but thanks to Becca I never felt like I was going to hurt myself or do something horribly wrong. Can’t wait to go back!

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Jul 21, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Matt has a friendly and fun approach to coaching. Always has good music, and gives great cues. Love his tats

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Jul 18, 2025

Excellent job coaching today. The warm up and set up for the strength portion and metcon were very good. I always feel like I can ask for guidance for any adjustments I need. Thank you.

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Jul 14, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Jul 10, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Jul 8, 2025

Great first class for me. Becca was very supportive and ensures that I was not pushing myself too hard after returning from my injury. Highly recommend her and the cardio class!

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Jul 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Ian gave lots of really great tips to help on my snatch pull and timing, even though that wasn’t the focus of the class, when he saw I was struggling. A+, Will return 😂

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Jun 28, 2025
Review for Ian Eller

Matt was amazing, the class was definitely challenging however Matt made sure that I understood all of the movements and did correct my form when needed. I absolutely will be back and think I found my new favorite gym!

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Jun 19, 2025

Becca was super encouraging. I had shared with her that I hadn’t worked out in a couple weeks and she told me to take it slow and trust my body will get back to where it was pre-break. As soon as I walked in it was like Becca had known me for years! She is super personable and wants to help everyone live a happier, healthier life- even if she needs to modify every exercise for you. She is extremely knowledgeable and will drop random anatomy questions into class. I highly recommend!!

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Jun 12, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Jun 10, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Becca was very welcoming and did a great job explaining the workout so that it is easily understood.

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Jun 9, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Jun 9, 2025

Had my first class today and Becca was nothing but helpful, encouraging, and supporting. I will definitely be coming back for more classes with her!!

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Jun 7, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Great workout with Matt. He explained everything clearly and made the first class nerves a lot easier to overcome!! Loved the gym atmosphere - everyone was super helpful super nice. I’ll be back for sure!

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Jun 3, 2025

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Jun 3, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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May 31, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Zach gave clear, timely feedback on a lift I’d been stuck on, and explained the ‘why’ behind the technique in a way that really clicked. It’s something I’ll remember every time I do it. Definitely recommend 🌟

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May 30, 2025
Review for Zachary Shaft (He/Him)

Matt is awesome! Always provides good feedback and I never feel lost in the workouts!

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May 27, 2025

Becca is an amazing! She is very welcoming and always takes time to make sure she answers any questions. She is knowledgeable and has created an inclusive environment. This is hands down the best gym I have been a part of. The workouts are challenging but can always be modified to your level of fitness. Being part of this gym has made me stronger and more confident in my abilities. My new strength has helped me with my everyday life. Things that were once too heavy/difficult are now achievable! The gym has a great group of people who are very welcoming. There are also social events which adds to the community feeling. I truly can’t say enough about how awesome and unique this gym is. Highly recommend to anyone looking to challenge themselves and meet some great people!

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May 26, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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May 20, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

I felt super encouraged and motived through my workout with Becca, she pushes you to better you

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May 19, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Great instruction and a very fulfilling workout. Always ready to answer questions and assist in every aspect of the workouts.

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May 6, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Matt kept the express class moving. Got attendees grouped up quick so we could get strength portion going and keep everything on time. Clear demo of strength portion (along with safety aspect).

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May 5, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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May 4, 2025
Review for Rachel Heidenreich

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May 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

I had a great first workout at Nickel City! Everyone was super supportive and encouraging and Becca modified the class to meet my needs and cheered me on every step of the way. Exceeded my expectations and I’m looking forward to going back asap!

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May 1, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Amazing coach! Appreciate that he takes the time to look out for me and to answer all my questions! Coaches like him are the reason I joined this gym!

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Apr 30, 2025
Review for Zachary Shaft (He/Him)

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Apr 30, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Apr 28, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Apr 26, 2025

She did a great job directing and educating the class. When I first looked at the workout in the app there were many things I did not know how to do. I did not have to ask any questions. She explained and taught as we went.

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Apr 18, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Apr 14, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

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Apr 12, 2025
Review for Kayla Van Elsland

I enjoy the level of detail you go into when you describe the workouts.

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Apr 10, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Becca was not nearly mean enough to me.

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Apr 8, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

Fun class today! I loved the combination of cardio on the rowers and bikes. Becca always does an excellent job explaining the workouts beforehand and keeping us motivated throughout class!! Great coach and great athletes make a wonderful community!

Verified Review
Apr 8, 2025
Review for Becca Witkin

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Nickel City Athletics currently has 95 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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Nickel City Athletics is located in Buffalo, New York at 247 Virginia St, Buffalo, NY 14201, USA. Click the address above to get directions.