Member Update: Progress at the New Jefferson Fit

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Tuesday, Jan. 6 —

Guess which feels longer: Jefferson holding a plank… or waiting on the last piece of paperwork so we can open the gym.

If you guessed the paperwork, you’d be right. 😅

Today’s update is simple. Nothing new to report.

We’re down to one final item and waiting for the official sign-off from the city. Everything on our end is ready. As soon as we have real news to share, you’ll hear it from us immediately.

Thanks for your patience. We’ll be back tomorrow with another update.

Monday, Jan. 5 -

Today’s update is simple: we’re still in a paperwork holding pattern.

Behind the scenes, opening a new facility comes with a surprising amount of red tape. There have been more hoops to jump through than most people would ever expect, and right now we’re working through the final administrative steps that have to happen before we can officially open our doors.

The good news is everything on our end is ready:

The new Jefferson Fit space is fully built and set.
Our team is ready to go.
We’re staying on top of this process every day.

We know you’re eager. We are too. The moment paperwork turns into a green light, we’ll share the update immediately.

Thanks for sticking with us — we can’t wait to welcome you into the new Jefferson Fit.

Friday, Jan. 2nd -

We want to give you a clear and honest update as we head into the first weekend of the new year.

On December 31, we completed what we believed would be our final inspection before receiving our Certificate of Occupancy. During that inspection, two additional items were identified.

First, we were informed that an additional exit is required at the back of the gym. While this was unexpected, it’s a straightforward build. Our contractor is ready to complete the work as soon as we receive approval from the building management, which is where things currently stand.

Second, we were notified that our outdoor turf space will require additional zoning permits and will not be available immediately when we open. This does not prevent us from opening the gym itself, but it does mean the turf may not be immediately available when we first open.

We know this is frustrating. We feel it too. Our focus remains on getting the gym open safely and correctly, and then continuing to add features like the outdoor space as approvals are finalized.

We’ll continue sharing daily updates, and we won’t promise dates that are outside our control.

Wednesday, Dec. 31 -

Closing out the year with one more update.

We were hopeful today would bring final approval to open. Instead, we received confirmation of one last required revision during the final stage of the city process before the certificate can be issued.

The good news is that it’s a straightforward, fixable item—and we’re already moving forward on it.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve made a conscious decision to stop sharing projected opening dates that depend on approvals outside our control. Instead, we’ve focused on daily, real-time updates as progress happens. That approach continues here.

We’re optimistic, but we won’t promise a date until everything is officially signed off. Accuracy matters more to us than speculation.

And the constant through all of this: the facility is complete, it looks incredible, and we’re proud of what we’ve built for you.

Sunday Update – Dec. 28th:

If you’ve been following along, you know Jefferson Fit is in that final waiting stretch. The gym itself is ready. Now it’s about approvals.

Tonight, we wanted to share a look at our outdoor turf—specifically how it feels after dark.

This space used to be a bank drive-thru. Now it’s a dedicated outdoor training area designed for sled work, conditioning, warm-ups, and group sessions. The turf is down. The equipment is staged. The lighting gives it a completely different energy at night—focused, calm, and ready to work.

This area is one of those details that makes the new Jefferson Fit feel different from day one. It adds flexibility to how you train and gives us room to program workouts that don’t feel boxed in.

There’s no new timeline update to share today, and we won’t pretend otherwise. What we can say is that everything on our end is done, finished, and built the right way. When we get the green light, we’re ready to open the doors immediately.

Thank you for sticking with us and staying patient. Keep an eye on social and your inbox—we’ll post as soon as we have real news to share.

Friday, Dec. 26 Update-

The Jefferson Fit HaloRed booth is officially set up and ready. This private, two-seat space pairs red light with salt therapy for a calm, recovery-focused reset—perfect after a tough workout or when you just want to decompress.

We don’t have City approval to open yet, but we’re very hopeful that everything is in place for good news on Monday. We’ll continue sharing updates here and on social.

Dec. 25th Christmas Update -

Dear Santa, all we want for Christmas is the green light so our members can finally experience this brand-new facility.

Everything is ready on our end. We’re just waiting on final approval so we can open the doors and let you get to it.

Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thanks for sticking with us, for cheering us on, and for keeping the faith through the slow part of this process. The second we have real news, you’ll see it here (and in your email).

Tuesday, Dec. 23 -

We’re still waiting on the final step on the admin side — we’re hopeful we’ll receive good news tomorrow.

Today we’re sharing a look at one of the most fun parts of the new Jefferson Fit space: the former bank drive-thru is now being turned into an outdoor workout area.

The turf is installed, and we’re beginning to set up equipment so this space can be used for outdoor training and workouts with some breathing room.

Monday, Dec. 22 Update: Ready to Open, Watching Closely

We’re starting the week with a fresh check-in and a lot of cautious optimism.

At this point, we’re hopeful that the final piece of paperwork clears and allows us to receive our certificate so we can officially open the gym. Everything on our end has been completed. Now it’s about getting that final approval.

Today’s photo shows a wide view of the main gym floor — finished, clean, and ready for members. One feature we’re especially proud of is the Big Ass Fan overhead, designed to keep air moving and the gym floor cool and comfortable, even during hard training sessions.

The equipment is in place. The space is set. Our team is ready. What’s missing is simply permission to open the doors.

We’ll be monitoring closely today and will share an update the moment we have real news to pass along. Thank you for your continued patience and support as we head into this week.

Sunday, Dec. 21st: Still Waiting, Fully Ready

We wanted to share a weekend update.

At this point, there’s nothing new to report. We’re still waiting on the final piece of paperwork and hopeful it’s the last step needed to receive our certificate and officially open the gym.

What has changed — and what’s been true for a while now — is how ready the space is.

As you can see in today’s photo, the gym is finished and fully prepared for members. Equipment is installed, floors are complete, retail is stocked, and every detail has been handled. There’s no construction happening behind the scenes. The space is simply waiting for approval.

We understand how frustrating this waiting period is. It’s frustrating for you, and it’s frustrating for us. We’re continuing to stay on top of things and will share an update the moment we have something concrete to pass along.

Thank you for your patience and continued support. We truly appreciate it.

Friday, Dec. 19 -

We’re at the very last step before opening our doors.

We’re ready on our end. We’re waiting on the final processing step so we can officially welcome you in.

While we wait, we want to keep showing you what’s waiting inside — starting with our Recovery Room.

This dedicated space houses our cold plunge tubs, a traditional sauna, and an infrared sauna. It was designed to support recovery as part of your regular training routine, not as an afterthought.

You’ll notice the large windows in the room. From the inside, you can see out and enjoy natural light. From the outside, privacy is fully maintained, so the space feels open without feeling exposed.

We know the wait has been hard. It’s been hard for us too. What keeps us focused is knowing the space is finished, thoughtful, and ready — and that we’re truly at the final step.

We’ll continue sharing updates as they happen and will announce immediately when we’re cleared to open our doors.

Thursday, Dec. 18 -Update

Today, we’re feeling cautiously hopeful that good news may come through. We’ve been in this position before, so we’re keeping expectations realistic — but as always, we’ll continue to share updates as we receive them.

While we wait, we want to take a moment to show off one of the spaces we’re especially excited about: our group exercise room.

This room is a major upgrade from what we’ve had before. It offers more space to move freely, brand-new flooring designed to support a wide range of classes, and large windows that bring in natural light and views of the outside. The room feels open, bright, and energizing — exactly what you want when you’re focused on your workout.

We can’t wait to see this room filled with members pushing themselves, supporting each other, and getting in great workouts together. From early mornings to evening classes, this space was built to elevate the group fitness experience.

We’re proud of how it turned out, and we’re eager to welcome you in as soon as we’re given the green light.

We’ll continue to keep you posted throughout the day.

Tuesday, Dec. 16 — Morning Update

Click here to see a video of the Booty Builder room.

Still no change on the opening timeline. We’re waiting on the final steps from contractors and inspections, and we know the waiting game has become a daily ritual for you. We feel it too. The moment we get real news, we’ll share it.

In the meantime, here’s something worth getting excited about: our Booty Builder room is officially finished, and it looks sharp.

This is the kind of dedicated space you usually only see in top-tier fitness facilities, and it sets our new location apart.

What makes it stand out:

A true glute training zone. The room is built around equipment made for targeted lower-body work and smooth setups. No piecing together benches or wrestling with awkward angles on the main floor.
Designed for the movements you want to progress on. Especially hip-thrust variations, with machines that give you better positioning, comfort, and load options.

Membership note:

The Booty Builder room is available to both Get Fit and All-Inclusive members, alongside the full lineup of strength machines and equipment throughout the gym.

We’ll keep the updates coming. Thanks for sticking with us during this final stretch.

Monday, Dec. 15 -

Our salt therapy + red light booth is officially installed and set up. It’s one of the most exciting new recovery upgrades in the new space, and it’s ready for you the moment we get permission to open the doors.

Inside the HaloRed booth, you’ll have a private, two-seat setup designed for calm, consistent recovery time—perfect as a post-workout add-on or a standalone reset.

We’re still in the waiting game for the final greenlight, but we’re staying optimistic that it’s coming soon.

Please do these two things so you’re ready:

Watch our social media closely for the official opening announcement
Members: double-check that you’re receiving Jefferson Fit emails (so you get the “we’re open” update immediately)

We’ll share the next update as soon as we have it.

Saturday, Dec. 13 –

While we continue waiting on final approvals, we’re keeping the focus on what is finished—and what’s getting us excited every day.

Today’s highlight is the front desk area. This is the first space members will experience when they walk through the doors, and we’re incredibly proud of how it turned out. It sets the tone for the entire gym: clean, modern, and intentionally designed to feel welcoming from the moment you arrive.

Sharing these finished spaces helps keep the momentum going during this waiting period. We can’t wait for the day you see it all in person.

More updates coming soon as we continue counting down.

Friday, Dec. 12 -

Another day where we hoped to share a different kind of update.

If you’ve ever been at the mercy of timelines that aren’t yours to control, you understand the frustration.

We’ll keep the focus where it belongs: the gym itself. Every piece of equipment is finished, polished, and waiting for its members.

More behind-the-scenes tomorrow. Thanks for your patience — we know you’re as eager as we are.

Thursday, December 11 – Afternoon Update

Still no official “go” today. The wait is frustrating for you, and we feel it too. We know many of you are more than ready to get back into a routine at the new space.

What keeps us encouraged is what we see inside these walls every day. Today’s highlight: our upgraded Booty Builder room.

This dedicated lower body space now has:

Heavy-hitting leg and glute equipment
More room to move and train
Windows and natural light so your workouts don’t feel tucked away in a corner

We’ll keep sharing these inside looks while we wait for the final thumbs-up. Your patience, messages, and support mean a lot to all of us at Jefferson Fit, and we truly can’t wait to welcome you through the doors.

Wednesday, December 10 — Morning Update

Today’s focus is the Jefferson Fit app. Once we get the final go-ahead to open, we want you walking through the doors without any delays. The easiest way to do that is to have your app downloaded and your account logged in ahead of time.

If you’re an active member, you should’ve received an email this week with quick instructions. If you didn’t see it, or you want a simple step-by-step, you can use the guide here:
https://www.jeffersonfit.com/stronger-everyday/how-to-set-up-your-account-in-the-jefferson-fit-app

Getting your account set up now helps make your first visit to the new gym smooth.

We’ll post another update later today with the latest on our opening status.

Tuesday, December 9 — Evening Update

Tonight’s update is short and honest: we’re still in the waiting game.

Everything inside 1800 2nd St looks ready. The lobby is set, the recovery area is in place, and the gym floor is fully outfitted. The photo for tonight’s update is taken right from the front door, looking over the new Jefferson Fit mat and into a space that already feels like your gym.

We’re anxious to move from “almost” to “open,” and we know many of you are, too. Thank you for hanging in there with us, checking these updates, and sending encouraging messages along the way.

We’ll be back tomorrow with the next step forward.

Tuesday, December 9 – Morning Update

Yesterday we showed you the inside of the new Jefferson Fit recovery room — saunas, cold plunges, and all.

Today’s photo is from the sidewalk at 1800 Second Street, where the new Jefferson Fit window graphics are now in place. The decals highlight some of the recovery amenities you’ll have access to and, just as important, add privacy so people walking by can’t see directly into the recovery room while you’re relaxing inside.

We’re still waiting on our Certificate of Occupancy. The moment we hear anything, we’ll update this page and follow up with members by email.

Monday, December 8 – Evening Update

Tonight’s Jefferson Fit update takes you into the new recovery room.

The team spent the day dialing in the infrared saunas and cold plunge tubs so the space feels ready for those post-workout resets and hot Florida days. You’ll have a dedicated place to recover, cool down, and recharge between hard sessions.

Unfortunately, the final inspection did not happen today. We know you’re eager to get back into your routine in the new space, and we feel the same. We’ll be back here again Tuesday morning with the latest as we continue to wait on the last approvals.

Monday, December 8 – Morning Update

This morning’s Jefferson Fit update focuses on the cardio area at the new location.

The row of treadmills and other cardio machines is now set along the front windows, so when you’re getting your miles in, you’ll be looking out onto Second Street instead of a blank wall. The gym floor is set up to feel like a real training space the moment you walk in.

We’re still waiting on our final inspection and are hopeful it will happen soon. As soon as we have news on timing, we’ll share it here and in your member emails.

Sunday, December 7 – Midday Update

The jungle gym is officially on the floor and ready to go. This multi-station cable system is one of Jefferson’s favorite pieces in the gym. You’ll be able to hit rows, pulldowns, presses, and more from this one station.

We’re crossing our fingers for the final inspection on Monday morning. As soon as we have news, we’ll share our next update here Monday morning.

Saturday, Dec. 6 - Evening Update

Our Hyperice recovery area is in place and ready for action.
This is where you’ll reset after the heavy lifts and tough classes.

Train hard. Recover smarter.

We’ll share another progress update tomorrow.

Saturday, Dec. 6 – Morning Update

This morning, the gym floor is ready.

The octagon lifting rack is locked into its spot, the equipment is in place, and the space finally looks and feels like a real working gym. The photos from today show what we’ve been working toward — a fully equipped strength area that’s ready for serious workouts the moment we’re allowed to open.

On timing, we’re still in the same position as yesterday: waiting on final inspections and a few last construction items that must be completed and approved before we can legally open the doors.

We’ll share another update later today as we know more. Thank you for continuing to stick with us and cheer this along.

Friday, December 5. 4pm.

Today we want to share where things stand with the new Jefferson Fit location.

We had planned to welcome you into the new gym by now. That plan came directly from the construction timeline we were given, and every opening date we’ve shared has been based on those projected schedules. When those dates move, we feel the same frustration and disappointment you do — on your behalf and our own.

Where things stand right now

The gym itself is ready for you.
The equipment is assembled, positioned, and the floor is set. Jefferson has been working around the clock to get every rack, bench, and machine in place so that when you walk in, you’re walking into a fully functioning gym.
The hold-up is the last steps in the build.
We’re waiting on final inspections and a few remaining construction items that have to be completed and signed off before we’re legally allowed to open the doors. Those steps have pushed the final inspection to early next week.

Why we’re not giving a new date yet

At this point, we don’t feel right sending you another “target” opening date that’s based on shifting information. You’ve already had to ride along with dates that changed, and we don’t want to put you through that again.

Instead of another projected date, here’s what we’re doing:

Short check-ins twice a day (late morning and late afternoon) to share what moved forward that day
Photos and video from inside the gym so you can see how ready the space and equipment are, and that the delay is in the final approvals, not in effort or care
Holding the next date until it’s firm — the next opening date you see from us will be a confirmed opening day, not an estimate

Thank you for sticking with us

We know this has been a long wait. You’ve trusted us, kept your memberships, and stayed patient through every curveball. We’re angry and disappointed when timelines slip, too — and that’s exactly why we’re choosing humble candor over hype right now.

Thank you for hanging in with us through this last stretch. We are very close, and we’ll be ready the moment we get the official go-ahead.

We’re moving! Here’s what you need to know