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Ronin Fitness of Richardson

Personal trainer · Garland, TX · reviewed since 2014

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%99+68.5Reliability 31%96+29.5Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 59 athletic trainingPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 71%
5.0 ★★★★★ 130 Google reviews · 22 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
Jul 2026latest review

Ronin Fitness of Richardson at a glance

Customers describe the facility as a small, private space offering one-on-one sessions that reduce intimidation. Reviewers highlight the trainer's knowledge, patience, and ability to customize workouts for various fitness levels, including seniors and military preparation. The owner is noted for accommodating busy schedules and providing clear dietary guidance. With a perfect five-star rating from 130 reviews, the sole criticism mentions a lack of professionalism and responsiveness, though the owner replies to all reviews.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 130 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 130 Google reviews (126 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: July 10, 2026.
  • Service: Athletic Trainer serving Garland, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other athletic training

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction99Reliability96Craft & service100Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 98)Reliability: 96 (median 96)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Ronin Fitness of RichardsonAthletic Training median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Ronin Fitness of Richardson: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Ronin Fitness of Richardson: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Ronin Fitness of Richardson: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Ronin Fitness of Richardson: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 67.–
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Star ratings

130 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars12999%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 126 written reviews

  • Praise6794%
  • Complaints46%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2130%
  • Would recommend2130%
  • Price & value913%
  • Honesty & trust811%
  • Speed & response68%
  • Quality & results46%
  • Communication23%

What customers talk about

We read 126 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “knowledgeable man that can push you to your limits safely”
  • “Highly recommend for anyone from beginner to competitive.”
  • “It’s certainly an investment but worth every penny.”
  • “He genuinely cares about his clients and has a great sense of humor.”
  • “I found Lex and we had our initial consult and signed with him right away.”
  • “He does a great job of teaching you proper lifting technique but also explaining why the workouts are structured the way they are.”
  • “He has listened to my goals and kept me engaged with the workouts along with helping me set reasonable expectations for myself and my health overall!”

People customers mention

  • Lex 40 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

James6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommend Ronin Fitness! I was looking for a personal trainer, and thankfully this was the first and last place I will go to. The experience has been phenomenal from the start! The gym is fantastic, and Lex is an outstanding personal trainer/coach. It truly is a one on one training experience since no one…

Kenya1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Ronin Fitness was my first and last stop for a personal trainer in Richardson. Came in for the intro session and left committed for the summer! Love the small gym vibes and the upbeat atmosphere! I really appreciate that Lex pushes me beyond what I ever thought my max could be. If you’re looking for a trainer, check him out!

Zayvius1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

If you’re thinking about it, go ahead and do it! Lock in with Lex! He’s the man—the gym partner everyone needs to achieve their fitness goals.

Randy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Lex is a beast man! Not only did he teach me a lot about training, but life as well! An all-around awesome coach to work with!

Ten501 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I was looking for a personal trainer in Richardson. I found the guy- Lex! Owner of Ronin Fitness. Great person to guide your workouts 😎

JamesLocal Guide · 4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Leaving the typical trainer in the gym situation and entering the private one on one personal training space has been a real game changer. Lex Ronin knows his stuff.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 130 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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James Sher6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Highly recommend Ronin Fitness! I was looking for a personal trainer, and thankfully this was the first and last place I will go to. The experience has been phenomenal from the start! The gym is fantastic, and Lex is an outstanding personal trainer/coach. It truly is a one on one training experience since no one else is in the gym during my sessions, which allows for a more personalized feel with zero distractions Lex knows how to push me to work my hardest every workout while keeping the atmosphere motivating and positive. I just started and I can already see the value of training here. Looking forward to coming back!!

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

You graduate to the Leo Fong 3x8 program tonight 🫡

Cell Phone2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

knowledgeable man that can push you to your limits safely

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

1% better every time. It’s how monsters are built 🫡

Chloe2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chloe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great playlist!

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

I'll play my Misfits bootleg tape next time

Kenya C.1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kenya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ronin Fitness was my first and last stop for a personal trainer in Richardson. Came in for the intro session and left committed for the summer! Love the small gym vibes and the upbeat atmosphere! I really appreciate that Lex pushes me beyond what I ever thought my max could be. If you’re looking for a trainer, check him out!

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Lets Go!

Rabunny W4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rabunny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Good variety of training, and Lex is awesome.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

More to come! Happy to see you making the Vegetarian Diet work for you.

Zayvius Miller1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Zayvius has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

If you’re thinking about it, go ahead and do it! Lock in with Lex! He’s the man—the gym partner everyone needs to achieve their fitness goals.

Response from the owner · Edited 4 months ago

H00-AH

Randy Phuong3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Randy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Lex is a beast man! Not only did he teach me a lot about training, but life as well! An all-around awesome coach to work with!

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

don't be a stranger,]. good luck Monday!

Ten50 BBQ1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ten50 has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I was looking for a personal trainer in Richardson. I found the guy- Lex! Owner of Ronin Fitness. Great person to guide your workouts 😎

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

All the gainz

James BierLocal Guide · 4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Leaving the typical trainer in the gym situation and entering the private one on one personal training space has been a real game changer. Lex Ronin knows his stuff.

Response from the owner · 8 months ago

Let’s Go!

John PantzerLocal Guide · 68 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I like Lex's training style. His gym is tiny, big enough to train one person at a time. This really lowers the intimidation factor for someone not feeling good about hauling their fat, untrained self into a gym full of beautiful people.

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Response from the owner · 10 months ago

Time + Consistency = John gets Jacked. It’s all math

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