Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Fitness Partner in Covington, LA
At BFF Gym, we believe fitness should be both purposeful and enjoyable. Our studio offers a comprehensive range of group fitness classes, personal training, and state-of-the-art facilities designed to help individuals achieve their unique health goals. With over 100 classes weekly spanning Barre, Pilates, Yoga, High Calorie Burn, and Group Training, our programs cater to all fitness levels. Our team of certified instructors brings decades of combined experience, ensuring safe, effective workouts tailored to individual needs. Located in a 15,000-square-foot downtown Covington facility, we provide 24/7 gym access, dedicated studios for cardio and mind-body practices, and a fully equipped weight room.Our commitment to community-driven fitness is reflected in our personalized approach, where members receive tailored recommendations for classes and trainers. Founded in 2003, our leadership team has established a reputation for innovation through proprietary programs like Booty Barre 100 and BX3 BARRE methods. We emphasize transparency in membership setup, offering seamless payment processing and complimentary personal training sessions to new members.
Services
Yoga Classes
Pilates Sessions
Zumba Workouts
Circuit Training
Barre Classes
HIIT Workouts
Step Aerobics
Flow Yoga
Body Blast
Mat Pilates
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 gym access with 15,000 square feet of modern fitness space
- Our certified instructors have 20+ years of combined industry experience
- We provide 100+ weekly classes across 8 specialized fitness disciplines
- Our proprietary Booty Barre methods deliver unique, effective workouts
- We guarantee personalized onboarding with free initial personal training sessions
Services
Group Training Sessions
Our small-group strength training sessions combine personal training quality with community motivation. Led by expert coaches, these $20 sessions focus on proper form and progressive intensity. Participants benefit from personalized attention while enjoying the energy of group dynamics, making fitness both affordable and socially engaging.
Barre Classes
BFF's proprietary Barre methods blend ballet-inspired movements with resistance training. Classes like Booty Barre 100 target core stability and muscle endurance through high-energy routines. Invented locally by our director Heather Newman, these workouts use music-driven motivation to create fun, effective sessions for all fitness levels.
Yoga Programs
From Flow Yoga to Yin practices, our yoga offerings balance physical challenge with mental restoration. Certified instructors guide students through dynamic sequences and meditative holds. The 60-minute sessions improve flexibility, reduce stress, and accommodate both beginners and experienced practitioners through modified postures.
Circuit Training
This high-intensity class rotates through multiple exercise stations focusing on endurance and muscular development. Our experienced trainers demonstrate proper technique at each circuit point. Combining cardio intervals with resistance exercises, the program builds overall fitness while allowing participants to work at their own intensity level.
HIIT Workouts
High-intensity interval training sessions alternate between explosive exercises and recovery periods. Using timed routines with weights and bodyweight movements, these 30-45 minute classes maximize calorie burn and metabolic efficiency. The music-paced workouts cater to those seeking efficient fat-burning solutions in a supportive environment.
People
Kendra Chong
Group Fitness Instructor
Certified through AFAA and Les Mills since 1996, Kendra specializes in making fitness enjoyable through music-driven workouts. Her energetic classes focus on sustainable exercise habits.
Heather Newman
Group Fitness Director
Founder of BootyBarre100 methods with 20+ years in fitness. Combines dance background with barre expertise to create innovative strength-training programs tailored to individual needs.
Louise McCann
Yoga/Pilates Instructor
Certified yoga and Pilates specialist with 20 years' experience. Holds a master's in Physical Therapy, integrating therapeutic principles into movement classes for improved body mechanics.
Bobby Gilboy
Personal Trainer
ACE-certified trainer with 25 years in fitness industry. Former gym manager awarded 'Business Person of the Year' in 2000. Teaches circuit training while offering personalized coaching.
Debbie McMath
Yoga/Pilates Instructor
37-year fitness veteran who developed yoga expertise through international conferences. Creates varied classes blending different yoga styles for continuous student engagement.
Questions
What fitness class options are available at BFF Gym?
We offer 100+ weekly classes including Barre, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, HIIT, Circuit Training, and proprietary programs like Booty Barre 100. All classes are included with membership.
Do I need prior fitness experience to join classes?
No experience required. Our instructors modify exercises for all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced athletes. Many classes offer progressive intensity options.
What are the gym's operating hours?
The facility is accessible 24/7. Front desk services operate Monday-Thursday 8am-7pm, Friday-Saturday 8am-12pm, with Sunday closures.
Are personal training sessions available?
Yes, certified trainers provide personalized sessions. New members receive one free session to establish fitness goals and create tailored workout plans.
How do I start a membership?
Visit during business hours, provide payment information at the front desk, and complete onboarding. No contracts required for standard memberships.
What makes BFF Gym different from other fitness centers?
Our combination of proprietary workout methods, experienced instructors, and community-focused approach creates unique fitness experiences. The 15,000-square-foot facility includes specialized studios and 24/7 access.
Reviews (4)
Molly H.
Oct 17, 2018
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BFF provides everything you need for a full workout from full nautilus equipment, diverse classes, availability of trainers, 24 hour access and a friendly, engaging staff. The gym is always clean, and the owner is willing to listen to new ideas and suggestions. As well, the monthly rate options are affordable and competitive, and the diverse membership makes for a comfortable atmosphere.
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Billie S.
Oct 15, 2018
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A membership at this gym in downtown Covington comes with many classes to choose from. I start off the week at yoga with Melissa, love stretching and pushing my limits with Heather's barre class and can't wait for fun at zumba on Wednesday mornings with Tammi. Kendra and Suzanne's morning workouts challenge me, with Louise I always learn something new about the human body and each of them help me to feel energetic and strong. The whole staff is friendly, eager to assist (shoutout to Sarah, Catherine, Bobby and Gavin!) and there are classes in the evenings as well. BFF offers 24
Jessica Iacoli
Sep 04, 2018
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This is an excellent gym!! Staff is amazing and you have the options of just doing your own thing or they have classes to help. Excellent condition. And they keep it nice and cool for when you start to break a sweat from your work out. Also 24/7 access. Great place highly recommend!!
Chuck R.
Jan 21, 2018
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I want to like this place. It is the closest decently-sized gym to my home, and therefore convenient. But there are soooo many negatives. The men's room regularly runs out of paper towels, often for days at a time. The only other bathroom that men can use is a unisex unit upstairs, and it has the same problem. The toilets are filthy most of the time. For months now, there have been multiple broken lockers, several with missing or nonfunctional doors. In a recent facility "upgrade," the men's showers received new shower heads. Whereas before said "upgrade" shower
