Officially opened earlier this week in North Tampa, R.A.W., or Real Athletics and Wellness, is the newest fitness and training facility to open its doors in the Tampa Bay area.

Located at 13323 W. Hillsborough Ave. in North Tampa, R.A.W. is a state of the art training facility built from the ground up with 5,000 square feet of training space, 30-foot ceilings, and a variety of professional instructors and methods contained within to accomodate a wide variety of fitness goals.

Whether you're a fresh beginner looking to make a healthy lifestyle change, a seasoned veteran looking for serious athletic training, or a senior interested in maintaining a healthy longevity, R.A.W. has you covered with a variety of group and one-on-one training options for all fitness goals.

R.A.W.'s group fitness training programs utilize circuit style training which incorporates a "mix of fitness components designed for muscular and cardiovascular endurance, strength training, weight loss and reshaping bodies."   According to R.A.W., group fitness classes create friendships, accountability and a built-in support system many can benefit from.

For the beginners, or those looking to start a healthy lifestyle, R.A.W.'s Shape-Up Training classes can provide a lower-intensity, high-result program utilizing methods including running and sprinting, TRX, weight training, and movement other various types of equipment.

R.A.W.'s Elite Training Program is geared towards those looking for a higher intensity work with the methods listed above.  If you're looking to get fitter, faster and stronger, the Elite Training Program is the way to go.

R.A.W. Real Athletics & Wellness also offers a Youth Athlete Training Program in age brackets including 11-14 and 15-18 as well as one-on-one personal training for a custom-tailored workout experience that'll help you meet your health and fitness goals.

For more information on R.A.W. Real Athletics & Wellness, check them out at raw-tampa.com.