Dear MINT Community,

Twenty years ago, we opened the doors to MINT with a simple belief: a gym should feel different.

It should feel welcoming.
It should feel personal.
It should feel like a place you actually want to spend time in.

What we couldn’t have predicted back then was the community that would grow inside these walls.

For two decades, you have shown up. Early mornings. Late evenings. Through career changes, moves, marriages, babies, breakups, PRs, and plateaus. You’ve built friendships here. You’ve supported one another. You’ve trusted us with your goals, your health, and your time.

That trust means everything to us.

MINT has never just been equipment and classes. It has always been about people. Our instructors. Our trainers. Our front desk team. And most importantly, our members. You are the heartbeat of this place.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for choosing MINT — and for choosing to stay.

We are incredibly proud of what we’ve built together over the last 20 years.

And we’re even more excited about what comes next.

Looking Ahead: 2026 — The Wellness Gym Era

If the first 20 years were about building community and redefining what a DC gym could be, the next chapter is about deepening your experience.

In 2026, MINT fully steps into its next evolution: The Wellness Gym.

That means going beyond workouts — and investing in recovery, longevity, and total-body care.

Here’s what’s already here or launching imminently:

• Small Group Training — expert-led strength programming in an intimate setting, designed to build confidence, community, and measurable results
• In-house Physical Therapy — supporting strength, injury prevention, and smart training
• On-site Massage Therapy — designed for recovery, stress relief, and mobility
• FORMA Retail — our new wellness-forward shop curated in partnership with Virginia Arrisueno, founder of Steadfast Supply, featuring elevated recovery, lifestyle, and wellness essentials

And this is just the beginning.

In the months ahead, we’re expanding into:

• Red Light Therapy
• Cryotherapy
• And more tools to help you train smarter and recover better

We believe fitness and wellness belong together. Strength and recovery should live in the same space. And your gym should support you not just in how you perform — but in how you feel.

After 20 years, we are still growing. Still investing. Still evolving.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

With gratitude and excitement for what’s ahead,

Patrick & Melissa
Co-Founders and Owners