Weight Control By Shaun Eckhardt

Wished could give a zero star. Shaun has no principal as an owner. Pawns off every time to other trainers and very over priced for service or training received. Why I left! Very hard to reach any goals when get a different trainer every session. Glad moved away for Evolve. Shaun charged me for meal plan never received. Said check in the mail for over a month and today tells me not sending. Basically too bad. No principal or a man of his word. He must really need the money more than me. I would think twice before going here. more

First of all, you cant beat the location and the cleanliness of the facility itself! The equipment is all new and the view of Downtown is great! I always have parking, always have a cardio machine available and a locker. more

I've been with Weight Control by Shaun Eckhardt for a couple of years now and could not imagine going to another gym. With a busy work schedule it was always hard to find tim to work out, but not with Shaun. He's very accomodating to your daily schedule no matter what time of day it is. He cares about his clients and will work with you to find time so you can make it into the gym. This was important to me when I was looking for a gym. His energy and motivation make it enjoyable to go to the gym. And the results speak for themselves!! You honestly see a change in your appearance after only a couple of weeks!! I always recommend Shaun to all of my friends. more

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I joined Weight Control by Shaun Eckhardt training program about 2 years ago when a sales person at Ann Taylor boutique implied that I have gained weight instead of the pants I purchased were tailored smaller. The training session provided by his staff (Matt and Sam) provide an intense atmosphere that motivates me to reach harder, sweat harder, and push harder than I ever thought I was capable of. What makes this gym unique, though, is how supportive the trainers consistently provide. They listen to your concerns and goals and make it their responsibility to help you achieve success you desire in weight loss program. To date, I have seen positive, drastic results and have maintained my weight loss. more

I joined Shaun and his team four months ago, knowing I needed a lifestyle change, but hesitant because of what ""private gyms,"" personal trainers, and weight loss programs have meant for me in the past... discouragement, embarrassment, failure, & wasted money. more

Without a doubt the best gym I have ever been to (and I've been to many....). Shaun's program really, really works. He and his trainers are motivating and supportive, but at the same time they push you to do your best. As I look around me at my fellow ""gymmates"", I am amazed at the results everyone is getting.... and keeping. more

I just signed up after being referred by a friend and have nothing but great things to say. The trainers are very motivational and push you to do your best, not allowing you to give up on yourself. I like that their workouts are never boring or repetitive, and that they are suited to your specific needs. Also, the scheduling is so flexible that there's no excuse to ever miss. HIGHLY recommend this gym! more

I began working out here in March 2010 and have been very impressed with the results. I have lost about 25 pounds and now can wear all of the clothes I wore in high school and college. I can even wear my prom dress! The trainers - Brett and Eddie - have been supportive and energetic about my goals of losing weight and toning up. They have listened when I wanted to focus on certain muscle areas of my body and have been helpful in suggestions for keeping with the diet plan as well. I would happily recommend this gym to anyone who is looking to begin a workout regime as well as someone who is already in great shape and looking for ramp up their workout. more

I started my program with Shaun back in May and I have been extremely pleased with my experience! I wanted to get serious about getting in shape. It has been almost 9 months and I can not believe how fast the program has become a part of my life. Shaun and his trainers are always working hard to keep you motivated! They actually listen to your personal goals and help create ways for you to achieve them. They are also very accomidating, ALWAYS willing to work with your schedule even when it comes at the last minute. I normally go in the mornings and Brett and Eddie are AWESOME! I referred a friend of mine and she signed up last week, she is loving it so far!! Great Gym.....Awesome Staff!!!! more

After training with Shaun about a year ago - and trying other trainers in between - I came back to train with him and his staff. Not only are they educated in fitness and nutrition they are the most motivational trainers I have ever had (even at 5:00am when I come all bundled up into the gym really not in the mood to get moving!) ;) ... I am never bored. Training for me is more than trying to lose those last 5-7lbs, it has become a part of my everyday life - when I don't get into the gym I can feel that I am not as happy and am more anxious --- Each day this is the gym that I keep coming back to - and after being with atleast 5 other training programs in Houston, I think that says a lot. more

I highly recommend the services of this facility. Whether you are committed to losing weight and gaining a more healthy lifestyle or just want to tone up and reach a new fitness level, this is the place for you. I lost 40 pounds working with the trainers and following the nutrition plan. My life has changed in the most positive way! I've tried other programs and this is by far the best! I primarily work out in the evening with Matt! He's the best and works with me to make sure I get the ultimate workout but each trainer is highly skilled and you will not be disappointed because they are dedicated to your success! more

A friend had joined Shaun's gym and suggested it to me. Prior to meeting with Shaun the 1st time, I wrote him an email about where I was in life and what I wanted to change. If you could read that email, you would die laughing...I was THAT couch potato. I was unmotivated, eating unhealthy things, not exercising, and adding the extra pounds on. I used to be an athlete, but now had no muscle tone, no endurance to do anything aerobic, and no direction to fix it. To add insult to injury, I was embarrassed of where I was (aka going to the usual gym of fitness buffs wasn't my idea of fun). Shaun and his team are THE BEST. From the 1st day, I have felt at home and truly consider the trainers and my fellow workout buddies ""my family."" When I am travelling I actually MISS them and the workouts. There are all walks of life and levels of fitness at the gym, and everyone is very encouraging...NEVER intimidating. You can tell the trainers really love what they do and are good at it. I can go to the gym and turn my brain off for 30 minutes and let them whip me into shape. I don't need to know the weight to work with or exercise that comes next...they keep things moving and I always feel great (tired!) but great afterward. I have seen all of my fellow workout buddies shed fat pounds and add muscle. Whats best is that in doing so we feel great, have more energy, and even sleep better. The nutritional guidance is great too...do I eat bread still? Yes. Do I drink a glass wine still? Yes. Do I drink lattes? Yes. Do I eat a filet mignon? Yes (OK, sometimes). Bottom line, Shaun really does give you the guidance to build a very livable lifestyle. And if you throw caution to the wind - like I did over the holidays - you know how to get back on track. I would 110% recommend Shaun Eckhardt and his team to anyone...you won't regret it! more

The training at Mr. Eckhardt's facility was great. Unfortunately, the unprofessionalism took away from any positives. It is a small facility and the gossip and inappropriate relationships between the trainers and clients was hard to ignore. It was more like a high school than a training facility. If you want a professional and positive environment to work out in, I suggest you try elsewhere. more

Located in the River Oaks Shopping Center, the new state of the art facility was designed by Shaun Eckhardt himself. The Private Facility is only takes a limited amount of clients per month. Pros: Private Facility, Indoor Astroturf Track, Great Environment Cons: They only take a limited amount of clients per month more

Prior to joining Weight Control by Shaun Eckhardt I had previously been through 3 trainers. Once I found Shaun I knew I had found a trainer who could keep me motivate and also a trainer who truly cared about me meeting my personal goals. I have now been with Weight Control by Shaun Eckhardt for nearly TWO years now and the results I have seen in his program is what keeps me commited to this new lifestyle and his training programs. I have lost weight and gained muscle tone! Pros: Dedicated Staff, Non-intimidating enviroment more

I Pros: Shaun is a very marketable personality. Cons: If business sense were the sixth sense then Shaun still only has five. more

I have been a client of Shauns for several months now and cannot believe the results I am getting. His training team is bar none the best I have worked with. I have worked with both Jeremy and Brett and they are amazing trainers. If I could look half as good as they do Id be getting more from the wife :) As an Ex-Marine I only appreciate top-notch workout regimines and I have to be pushed to my maximum potential everyday. These guys do that for me. I have recently recruited my wife and she is enjoying the program every bit as much as I do. I know with 100% certainty that the 2 most recent negative reviews on Shaun are false and obviously a sorry attempt to discourage good people from getting the best help out there. The Shaun Eckhardt family is close and very loyal and we as clients all know each other very well. Not one of us a dropped from the program since the recent move which proves the outrageous lies in the negative reviews from ""jan"" and ""Brigette"". I was personally very happy to leave Crew Health and Fitness. The gym stank of homo$exuality from the very moment you walk through the door. The GM (Jerry Sparks) still thinks stone washed jeans and a mullet are cool. He is an a$$ clown who thinks that Crew members having gay $ex in the locker room is tolerable. Good call Fair-E Jerry!! I hope anyone interested in WCxSE can see past the stinky lies told while abusing City Search. more

Most trainers we've seen at other gyms come off as obnoxious know-it-alls which is why we've never signed up with a personal trainer before. I did weights and cardio 4-5days/wk but couldn't lose that 15-20lbs! My husband and I were members of the Crew and that's how we met Shaun. He has a vast knowledge of fitness/nutrition and multiple certifications. We were impressed and signed up for his 2-mo program... LOVED the workouts, and were so happy with the results we signed another 3-mo! I loved working out with Shaun and his trainers (Brett & Jerhamy). The workouts were tough, but they know what they're doing and it works! The trainers are very friendly, encouraging and took time to explain exercises and make sure my form was correct. I lost the weight, lowered my BMI, finally fit into my skinny jeans, and was so proud of my muscles! I got pregnant and am high-risk so the doctors had me cut back on the intensity I was training. I wasn't able to lift as much weight and push myself so Shaun recommended putting my last month on hold and coming back after the baby so I'd get my money's worth. I REALLY miss the workouts and can't wait til I'm able to go back!!! Pros: Great workouts, friendly trainers more

I signed up with Mr. Eckhardt for a 6 month program. In that 6 months I've gone to 2 differant workout facilities and I was just told that he is moving once again! I ask myself ""Why does he keep moving?"" Or...............is it that the facilities are KICKING him out?? Is it because he's ARROGANT, he thinks he's better than everyone or possibly RUDE and hard to get along with. It's frusterating to me because I'm having to change my schedule and move from one part of town to the next to get my workout in that I've paid good money for. Pros: Nada Cons: Arrogant over zealous personalities, He's a FRAUD more