Real Stories. Real Growth.
Greatness isn’t built overnight—and it’s never built alone. At Xenhouse, every win is earned through discipline, belief, and community. The transformations you see aren’t just physical. They’re mental breakthroughs. Confidence gained. Limits shattered.
Read the stories from those who chose to do the work—and discovered they were capable of more than they ever imagined.
I started training at XenHouse six years ago and credit my success as an athlete to their program. Dez, Ross, and Alex have pushed me both physically and mentally to show up as my best self on game days. Their focus on footwork, agility, speed, and strength has helped me see continuous growth as a collegiate and international athlete. I always recommend their program to anyone looking to take their performance to the next level. If you're looking for trainers who create a welcoming environment and keep the training sessions fun with their humor, while still pushing you to excel, XenHouse is the place to be.
- Maddie Epke (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Team USA Lacrosse Player)
Alex, Ross, and Dez were instrumental in my development as an overall athlete. I’ve been seeing them since I was in 8th grade. They know exactly how to train someone no matter their age or sport. I really look forward to coming to XenHouse.”
- Zach Allen (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Arizona Cardinals)
I have been training with Ross for 8 years and plan to train with him for another 20. The facilities and trainers at XenHouse are unparalleled, I travel from NYC to Stamford once a week. From setting performance goals to working on rehabbing from injuries, the guys at XenHouse have you covered, I cannot recommend them highly enough. If you’re serious about your fitness Xenhouse is the place for you.
- Andreas Vavroutsos (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
I have been working with XenHouse for the past couple years and it has helped me grow immensely as a player and a person. Dez, Ross, and Alex are the funniest, most passionate, and driven group of guys I know. They truly know what they are doing, and they have made me prepared for college with footwork, speed, and agility. Every time I walk into XenHouse, no matter what kind of day I am having, I know these guys have my back and will make me laugh. XenHouse is a family and you feel that every time you go to work out, and it makes you want to work ten times harder.
- Maggie Ramsay (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) (USC Women’s Lacrosse)
I started training with Ross, Alex and Dez when I was 12 as an athlete and 10 years later, I’m still training with them as an adult. Before tennis practice we did specific drills and exercises that helped to improve our game. I owe a lot of my success as an athlete to Ross, Alex and Dez. And when I stopped playing tennis, Ross helped me find exercises and the right balance in my workouts where I could reach my fitness goals even though I wasn’t playing a sport anymore.
Ross, Alex and Dez’s genuine commitment to their clients, positive attitudes and “can do” mindset are things you won’t find anywhere else. They’re some of the reasons why I’ve stayed with them. Ross constantly pushes and encourages me and gives me fun new exercises to try. I’m the most confident and strong that I’ve ever been thanks to these guys. They’re amazing and want to help you reach your goals. Going to XenHouse is one of my favorite parts of my day!
- Nathalie Perrault (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
I started training with alex at XenHouse shortly after moving to the area and having my first baby. It’s been an amazing experience both for my physical and mental well-being. The XenHouse community really feels like one big family and I can definitely see the results of the work we’ve put in. It’s by far my favorite gym community I’ve ever been a part of.
- Alisen Maiola (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
“As an athlete, I loved my experiences training with Dez & Alex because of their attention to detail for my specific sport, my personal goals for my performance, and the way they focus on putting all those details into lacrosse-focused drills. Awesome people with a great vision & passion for athletes that want to dominate at any level of any sport.”
- Kylie Ohmiller (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(WPLL Fight, USA Lacrosse)
I love going to XenHouse for personal training! I was never much of a gym goer and didn’t know what to expect out of personal training. Everyone at XenHouse makes you feel so welcome and they have created an amazing spot to workout. Ross is my trainer however you feel the support from all the trainers while you are there. Ross helps me to see what I can’t see in myself, motivates me to do better, and encourages me do things I never thought I could.
It is a really fun environment and you don’t feel like you’re working out. Everyone at XenHouse wants you to be the best you!
- Laura Vasquez (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
Alex and the whole XenHouse team are the best in the business! I would recommend them to anyone. My fiancé and I have been going for over a year now and I am able to hit PRs I never thought I could thanks for Alex’s constant motivation and pushing me to do better than my best. If you want to be your best self do not hesitate to reach out to any of these guys!
- Kelsey Dadday & Scott Denninger (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(WPLL Fight, USA Lacrosse)
“Training with Alex, Dez, and Ross helped me stay on top of my game during the off-season. Staying explosive and quick was something I needed to keep and they helped me do that and GAIN speed. Xenhouse is full of guys that know their stuff and the results speak for themselves.”
- Austin Calitro (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(NFL - Linebacker)
Prior to joining XenHouse I was collegiate baseball player and had been in shape my entire life until the pandemic hit where I completely lost my motivation and gained a significant amount of weight and lost touch with the gym. When XenHouse opened in Harbor Point right behind the building in which I live I was super curious about what was going on there. I walked in and met Dez along with Ross and Alex and was immediately hooked. I trained with Dez for 2 months in which he got my ass in gear and showed me a ton of different exercises and techniques. The sessions were no joke but it was exactly what I needed to accomplish my goal. He jumped started my fitness and made me re fall in love with being sore and putting in the work. It didn’t take long before I was down 50 lbs and in the best shape of my life. I owe my success completely to the team at XenHouse where it’s all about HARDWORK and you get what you put in. I highly recommended this place to anyone looking to get into shape in an awesome environment to get your fitness on!
- Casey Friedricks (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) (WPLL Fight, USA Lacrosse)
“The XenHouse crew helped me push myself to become the best athlete I can be. Alex, Ross, and Dez welcome all their clients in like family and care about you reaching your goals. Dez always pushes me through tough workouts and gets the most out of me. The effort, passion, and attitude he brings to every session is inspiring and I would not be where I am today without the care of these guys!”
- Nikki Zaccaro (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(CAL Women’s Lax)
“I’ve been working with Dez and Ross for the past 5 years when I’m in New York. Off court training is just as or even more important than my on court training, and these two have positivity impacted my professional tennis career. I love working with them and have seen a lot of improvement in my game over the years!”
- Jamie Loeb (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
( Pro tennis player, Former NCAA women’s tennis National champion)
“I started training with Ross my junior year of high school for football. He was always determined to get me better at everything we did. He helped me get better footwork, speed, and more explosive. I trained with him often for the next year and an half after that. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him. Ross, Alex and Dez get results. I’m glad I was able to experience this with them and I am still in contact with them today. Thank you for everything y’all did for me.”
- Malkelm Morrison (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Cornerback @ Army)
“Working with Ross, Dez and Alex was a phenomenal experience. As a professional athlete they helped me stay sharp on my fitness during the off season months. They understood my needs and had specific training sessions targeting those needs. I appreciate all of their support during those pivotal years of my playing career as a professional soccer player. I highly recommend working with them!”
- Jhonny Arteaga (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Former New York Red Bull’s forward)
I started training at XenHouse six years ago and credit my success as an athlete to their program. Dez, Ross, and Alex have pushed me both physically and mentally to show up as my best self on game days. Their focus on footwork, agility, speed, and strength has helped me see continuous growth as a collegiate and international athlete. I always recommend their program to anyone looking to take their performance to the next level. If you're looking for trainers who create a welcoming environment and keep the training sessions fun with their humor, while still pushing you to excel, XenHouse is the place to be.
- Maddie Epke (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Team USA Lacrosse Player)
Alex, Ross, and Dez were instrumental in my development as an overall athlete. I’ve been seeing them since I was in 8th grade. They know exactly how to train someone no matter their age or sport. I really look forward to coming to XenHouse.”
- Zach Allen (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Arizona Cardinals)
I have been training with Ross for 8 years and plan to train with him for another 20. The facilities and trainers at XenHouse are unparalleled, I travel from NYC to Stamford once a week. From setting performance goals to working on rehabbing from injuries, the guys at XenHouse have you covered, I cannot recommend them highly enough. If you’re serious about your fitness Xenhouse is the place for you.
- Andreas Vavroutsos (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
I have been working with XenHouse for the past couple years and it has helped me grow immensely as a player and a person. Dez, Ross, and Alex are the funniest, most passionate, and driven group of guys I know. They truly know what they are doing, and they have made me prepared for college with footwork, speed, and agility. Every time I walk into XenHouse, no matter what kind of day I am having, I know these guys have my back and will make me laugh. XenHouse is a family and you feel that every time you go to work out, and it makes you want to work ten times harder.
- Maggie Ramsay (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) (USC Women’s Lacrosse)
I started training with Ross, Alex and Dez when I was 12 as an athlete and 10 years later, I’m still training with them as an adult. Before tennis practice we did specific drills and exercises that helped to improve our game. I owe a lot of my success as an athlete to Ross, Alex and Dez. And when I stopped playing tennis, Ross helped me find exercises and the right balance in my workouts where I could reach my fitness goals even though I wasn’t playing a sport anymore.
Ross, Alex and Dez’s genuine commitment to their clients, positive attitudes and “can do” mindset are things you won’t find anywhere else. They’re some of the reasons why I’ve stayed with them. Ross constantly pushes and encourages me and gives me fun new exercises to try. I’m the most confident and strong that I’ve ever been thanks to these guys. They’re amazing and want to help you reach your goals. Going to XenHouse is one of my favorite parts of my day!
- Nathalie Perrault (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
I started training with alex at XenHouse shortly after moving to the area and having my first baby. It’s been an amazing experience both for my physical and mental well-being. The XenHouse community really feels like one big family and I can definitely see the results of the work we’ve put in. It’s by far my favorite gym community I’ve ever been a part of.
- Alisen Maiola (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
“As an athlete, I loved my experiences training with Dez & Alex because of their attention to detail for my specific sport, my personal goals for my performance, and the way they focus on putting all those details into lacrosse-focused drills. Awesome people with a great vision & passion for athletes that want to dominate at any level of any sport.”
- Kylie Ohmiller (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(WPLL Fight, USA Lacrosse)
I love going to XenHouse for personal training! I was never much of a gym goer and didn’t know what to expect out of personal training. Everyone at XenHouse makes you feel so welcome and they have created an amazing spot to workout. Ross is my trainer however you feel the support from all the trainers while you are there. Ross helps me to see what I can’t see in myself, motivates me to do better, and encourages me do things I never thought I could.
It is a really fun environment and you don’t feel like you’re working out. Everyone at XenHouse wants you to be the best you!
- Laura Vasquez (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Adult Fitness client)
Alex and the whole XenHouse team are the best in the business! I would recommend them to anyone. My fiancé and I have been going for over a year now and I am able to hit PRs I never thought I could thanks for Alex’s constant motivation and pushing me to do better than my best. If you want to be your best self do not hesitate to reach out to any of these guys!
- Kelsey Dadday & Scott Denninger (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(WPLL Fight, USA Lacrosse)
“Training with Alex, Dez, and Ross helped me stay on top of my game during the off-season. Staying explosive and quick was something I needed to keep and they helped me do that and GAIN speed. Xenhouse is full of guys that know their stuff and the results speak for themselves.”
- Austin Calitro (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(NFL - Linebacker)
Prior to joining XenHouse I was collegiate baseball player and had been in shape my entire life until the pandemic hit where I completely lost my motivation and gained a significant amount of weight and lost touch with the gym. When XenHouse opened in Harbor Point right behind the building in which I live I was super curious about what was going on there. I walked in and met Dez along with Ross and Alex and was immediately hooked. I trained with Dez for 2 months in which he got my ass in gear and showed me a ton of different exercises and techniques. The sessions were no joke but it was exactly what I needed to accomplish my goal. He jumped started my fitness and made me re fall in love with being sore and putting in the work. It didn’t take long before I was down 50 lbs and in the best shape of my life. I owe my success completely to the team at XenHouse where it’s all about HARDWORK and you get what you put in. I highly recommended this place to anyone looking to get into shape in an awesome environment to get your fitness on!
- Casey Friedricks (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) (WPLL Fight, USA Lacrosse)
“The XenHouse crew helped me push myself to become the best athlete I can be. Alex, Ross, and Dez welcome all their clients in like family and care about you reaching your goals. Dez always pushes me through tough workouts and gets the most out of me. The effort, passion, and attitude he brings to every session is inspiring and I would not be where I am today without the care of these guys!”
- Nikki Zaccaro (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(CAL Women’s Lax)
“I’ve been working with Dez and Ross for the past 5 years when I’m in New York. Off court training is just as or even more important than my on court training, and these two have positivity impacted my professional tennis career. I love working with them and have seen a lot of improvement in my game over the years!”
- Jamie Loeb (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
( Pro tennis player, Former NCAA women’s tennis National champion)
“I started training with Ross my junior year of high school for football. He was always determined to get me better at everything we did. He helped me get better footwork, speed, and more explosive. I trained with him often for the next year and an half after that. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him. Ross, Alex and Dez get results. I’m glad I was able to experience this with them and I am still in contact with them today. Thank you for everything y’all did for me.”
- Malkelm Morrison (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Cornerback @ Army)
“Working with Ross, Dez and Alex was a phenomenal experience. As a professional athlete they helped me stay sharp on my fitness during the off season months. They understood my needs and had specific training sessions targeting those needs. I appreciate all of their support during those pivotal years of my playing career as a professional soccer player. I highly recommend working with them!”
- Jhonny Arteaga (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
(Former New York Red Bull’s forward)