Our popular discounted MINT gift cards are back now through Monday, September 30th and are available to both members and non-members.
$995 gets a 15% bonus for $1,150
$3,000 gets a 25% bonus for $3,750
Use your gift card for all regular-priced membership dues, personal training sessions, class packages and MINTy swag! Reminder that discounted gift cards cannot be used to purchase promotion packages.
Cheers to the future of fitness and wellness!
If you are in business or are close to anyone in business, you know the common theme is that it’s full of ups and downs. For us at MINT the landscape of the fitness industry has shifted dramatically over the past few years; we thrive on change and forward-thinking, and we are nothing less than exhilarated by the recent evolution of the fitness and wellness market.
Since the beginning of last year we’ve experienced two major milestones: first, we launched MINT 14th St, a class and personal training oriented facility mirroring the aesthetic and vibe of MINT Dupont; I’ve launched four businesses in my career, and that launch was the easiest ‘on paper’, but unexpected complications made it the most difficult in reality. Second, we transitioned out of our K Street location after eight years, concluding that predominantly non-residential markets as a whole don’t quite match the MINT culture. All the while we introduced multiple new programming formats, equipment, amenities, and staff.
These company changes took hard focused work, financial investment, and dedication from our team, all only amplifying the ups and downs, but the lessons learned have been far more valuable than the costs. Optimism prevails in our culture and I could not be more proud of my team’s perseverance; we conclude this year and enter 2020 with our most proficient operations ever. Bresni Maldonado has been promoted to GM, and Wilder Maldonado has been promoted to AGM (fun fact: they are siblings!). These two long-term managers know MINT inside and out, and my biz partner/wife Melissa and I are very excited to work with them in these new roles. Director of Programming and MINT veteran Kathryn Kelly has hit her stride and built a diverse class schedule of highly skilled instructors and we continue to attract top talent. Our personal trainer team inspires me every day with their expertise and ability to motivate. As we approach 14 years and look to the future, the MINT formula for the long run now feels more tangible than ever.
None of our success happens without our incredible members, who understand the MINT experience and mission, bring their positive attitudes to the clubs every day, and spread the good word to others – thank you!
Patrick John
Co-founder and co-owner
Free 3-Month Membership Upgrade for Current Members
Right now members can upgrade their membership to our all-access classes and gym membership for the Dupont cardio + strength rate of $98/mo for the first 3 months. The fourth month and forward will be $158/mo. The unlimited classes + gym membership gives you full access to our Dupont and 14th St location.
If interested in upgrading your membership please use this form.
Personal Training Deals
For a limited time, we are offering 20% off 20 packs. Members can now save 20% off the already-lowest price per session. This is our BIGGEST discount offer on personal training in over a year! Limit 2 packages per person. Remember that these packages are interchangeable between our personal training sessions and private Reformer Pilates!
Meet Colleen, August’s Instructor of the Month at MINT! Colleen describes herself similar to her faithful four-legged companion Sabrina – compassionate, dedicated and someone who loves really hard. You can find Colleen teaching FLEX Strength Training, Power Playground and boxing.
Did you know that Colleen was an endurance athlete for several years running two marathons, several triathlons, and riding her bike across the country? This may come as no surprise to those who know Colleen because she is a natural athlete.
It was Colleen’s first week at Carolina and she was in her mandatory fitness course, intermediate jogging when another first-year asked her if she would go to a Zumba class with her. If Colleen is being honest, which she always is, she wasn’t all that excited to attend a Zumba but she was desperate for new friends, so she agreed. Surprise! She fell in love two songs in. She went back by herself the next day and decided in that moment that she was going to be an instructor. She enrolled in the Fitness Instructors Training Program the next semester and fell down a long dark rabbit hole of teaching every format she could learn.
She initially moved to D.C. to work in sexual violence prevention and began taking fitness kickboxing as a much-needed stress reliever. Through these classes, she had never felt more strong, confident, or capable in her body. To put it simply, she LOVED it; going to class religiously. Her instructor at the time, Chris Torres, noticed her and encouraged her to enroll in his Krav Maga program. The moment she tried it, it felt right. She was moving her body in a way that felt meaningful and powerful. Chris encouraged her to keep coming back but she was crestfallen. She explained that her job barely covered her basic expenses and she couldn’t afford the extra membership. Chris told her that her work was important and to keep coming back and that they would figure it out. Thankfully, she did.
During her time with Chris she observed him training another woman for an MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fight and was in awe. At that moment Colleen knew that she wanted to step in the ring so she approached Chris and asked him what doing something like that might entail. He laughed and joked “If you take every class I offer for a year, I’ll train you for a fight.” So, she did. She trained before and after work every day for several hours, never missing a class. Two years later she had her first boxing match!
Fighting is Colleen’s passion. She trains through boxing, kickboxing, jiu-jitsu, and krav maga and competes regularly. She runs a feminist fight club called Guerrera where she works with women to cultivate aggression and helps give them the tools to feel strong and capable in their bodies.
Colleen knew she wanted to be an instructor at MINT because of the support she received from the staff and the faith they placed in her to be creative in my role. She loves the down-to-earth community atmosphere that MINT provides, encouraging everyone to be themselves. When asked what her favorite thing at MINT is? Her response: THE PEOPLE. She believes that MINT is full of absolutely incredible people and is so grateful to call them her friends, colleagues, and students. Her MINT family has helped her through some of the toughest moments of her life and has helped her celebrate some of the best!
Outside of MINT Colleen is a competitive fighter and Krav Maga instructor. She is currently testing for her black belt in Krav Maga and competing for a National Championship in Kickboxing this month! She spends about 4-6 hours a day training with her best friend (and MINT fixture) Sabrina, by her side.
Learn more about MINT and all of our classes and instructors online today, www.mintgymdc.com
Meet our August Member of the Month, Amy Bass! Amy was so excited to join MINT and has enjoyed being part of the MINT Fam thus far. What’s her fitness goal? Simple – to get stronger.
After three kids, she frequently found herself at the physical therapist. After many visits it all came down to one thing, she needed to proactively get stronger rather than reactively work on her trouble areas. Enter MINT.
You can most likely find Amy taking a mixture of barre, power playground, cycling, and yoga classes. She loves the flexibility and diversity of MINT’s class schedule – always keeping things fresh and interesting.
Next time you see Amy in the gym give her a smile and a wave!
Interested in becoming a featured member? Email our General Manager, Bresni (Bresni@mintdc.com) to learn more!
During July 15th – August 31st members can bring guests for FREE.
Bring any buddy to MINT who joins, your next month is FREE. Includes anyone you brought from July 15-Aug 31. Limit 1 guest per visit. Member must be on premises during buddy’s visit
Current members, register as many buddies as you like using this form.
3 for $29 intro packs – New trainees only (haven’t trained in the past 6 months, must use within 30 days of purchase)
Interested? Fill out this form and on of our trainers will be in touch.