Bags & Barbells

Marc is an incredible coach. One of the things I admire about him so much is that he’s always continuing his education and learning more about the best way to train and help clients of all types. He sees the potential in people and will make you feel like you’re a champion whether you’ve been training for years, or it’s your first time stepping in a gym. He values cleanliness and good customer service. Marc is a self starter. I couldn’t recommend Bags and Barbells more.

This is what I NEED! A real trainer that guides me through life, food and kickboxing! I really needed someone with the qualifications to help me in every part of my life to make a change in my lifestyle. I eat better now with his help- I love the positive attitude that he brings to my morning and each day! I am so happy with the support and the results I'm seeing!♡

Be very careful what you sign up with Marc. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone, but if you decide to sign up read the whole agreement including small print. Marc won't give you a copy of agreement and will rush you to sign it. Don't trust anything he says. He said he didn't care what we agreed verbally, he has my signature on the agreement. When I pointed out that wasn't right, he totally lost it. He became very aggressive, coming towards me and yelling: "Are you calling me a liar? Get out of my property (basically you need to get lost from the gym that he keeps charging you for using?!) and "Stay fat!!!" Yes. Your read correctly. He yelled : "Stay fat!!!" Google doesn't give me the option to upload video, I have recorded on my phone some of these shameful scenes. Thank you, Marc. Great job! Great way to start a business in Johns Creek! Very nice. Very professional!Also, trainings are ok physically but mentally exhausting. Every training I had to listen Marc's personal stuff which I didn't want to hear: homeless people he was calling police on every day in CA, countless stories about homeless and drug addicts, how much he paid for IVF for his 2 children, what broke down in his house, how many people he beat etc.

Bags and Barbells is the place to workout. My trainer Marc Payne is a professional. He understands how the body moves and works and creates a plan that fits your level of fitness.

So glad I found this place! Love the challenging workouts that change daily!Marc is great! Always has a smile on his face. My favorite is the pad work. Come and check it out, you won't regret it!!!!

Definitely give this place a try! Marc is amazing! I have a boatload of “issues “ bad back, bad knee, bad hip etc…. And Marc takes the time every time I’m in to customize that day’s workout for me making it challenging enough without causing me additional pain. I stayed away from working out “officially “ for years because of my limitations but when this place opened I thought I’d try it since it had a few day trial ….and I loved it! Now I’m back more times a week than I ever expected I’d do! Marc is really caring and he knows a lot! Some of the exercises he has me do are ones my physical therapist had given to me ( but I forgot about over time). I also love how it’s stations and that even if there are other people working out at same time you are going against yourself; while at same time you still develop camaraderie with the others when at the “red light” you all join in for a short group exercise before moving to next station. And of course everyone’s favorite station is when you go at Marc wearing mitts or pads. The workout really gets your frustrations out! (Very helpful during my recent remodel). I can really feel the difference in my core since starting here and his drop in hours are great since as long as you pick days and times he’s open you don’t have to worry if Georgia traffic put you behind in getting to your workout. Seriously I’m loving this! Some days I go twice a day! I do mornings and then come back at night to do work out with my teens.

I’ve been going to Bags and Barbells for just over a month now, and can confidently say that the workouts here are incredible, and will absolutely help on your weight loss journey. Prior to coming here, I had no experience with kickboxing, but Marc has been a great teacher (and drill sergeant honestly) and I feel like I’ve been making steady progress. Highly recommend this gym as a fun, refreshing way to workout!

Love love love this place! Not only are the workouts fun and challenging, but Marc the owner really takes his time to help everyone in class, even if he has to modify the workouts a bit for you he dose it with a smile. This place is super clean. You can tell Marc takes great pride in what he does! The memberships are pretty standard 6 month commitment or month to month and much less than other places I have been to. I use to only work out 2, maybe 3 times a week, but now find myself there 4 days a week, and I feel amazing. Plus, the no class times give me the ability to just show up and get my 10 rounds in. I highly recommend B&B to everyone.

I love Bags and Barbells! It is the best place to work out. My personal trainer, Marc Payne, is one of the best trainers I have ever trained with! The place is new, the equipment is new, and the service is excellent. I highly recommend Bags and Barbells!

I can't say enough about my incredible experience with Marc, my certified personal trainer! From day one, his 25 years of experience and passion for fitness have shone through. I've been working with him for over a year now, and it's the longest I've ever stuck with a single trainer – and for good reason!Marc's approach to training is truly exceptional. He keeps workouts fresh and exciting, consistently incorporating a mix of balance, strength, flexibility, and weight training. Thanks to his expertise, I've never been stronger or more flexible in my life. Every session leaves me feeling challenged and accomplished.But what sets Marc apart from the rest is his genuine care for my overall well-being. He doesn't just focus on physical fitness – he also provides invaluable advice to help me live my best life. His ability to personalize and adapt training programs to my unique needs and goals is truly remarkable.Marc's training studio is an inviting and clean space, complete with a lively atmosphere that makes working out enjoyable. I always look forward to my sessions with him, knowing that I'll be greeted with a positive environment and Marc's infectious enthusiasm.If you're looking for a personal trainer who brings a wealth of experience, creativity, and genuine care for your well-being, look no further than Marc. I can't recommend him highly enough – he's truly a game-changer in the world of fitness!