Darren Lopes

Great music, people talking, smiling, laughing, catching up, taking their time leaving…where are we? Happy Hour, intermission at a concert or play, at someone’s home, in their backyard or maybe out on a deck? No…no way…we’re at a Gym!!! You’ve got to be kidding.

I find myself explaining this to everyone I speak with who’s not aware that a place like 212 Heath & Performance even exists. 212 is unlike any other gym and I’m so much better for this place. I love coming into the 212 space…love it.

The ladies are phenomenal, swinging those kettlebells and busting out some “major league hard to do” core movements. The fellas, all ages (Coach Rick, the two Joe’s, Dr. Mark, Singing & Dancing Frankie Baby, trouble maker Mike, cool David and my main man, sharpshooter Matt Joe) keep me going.

How bout that “212 culture” that frees everyone up to simply feel comfortable and positive and appreciated! No shame or discomfort is allowed here and how refreshing is that!!! Kerry, Heather, Colin, Sean, Alicia, Kim, Steve, Aura, Evee, and Rachel are simply the “A Team” and it’s not lost on me ever…they ALL work so hard to provide such a safe and fun space to get healthy in body, mind and spirit. 212 is a blessing to me and it’s now part of my daily life…at least for as long as I can do my thing baby!!!

DL