What this listing actually is
"E-Fit Cascais" is really one coach and his clients. Nearly every review names the same trainer - Filipe, spelled Felipe by some - and describes tailored one-on-one and small-group sessions, not drop-in gym access. A February 2023 client wrote, "Filipe is a coach who masters what he does... I lost 7 kilos in 6 weeks seriously with his accompaniment and advice." Another review referenced "Fit's Academia" by name. So what you're buying here is a personal trainer's program in Cascais, not a membership to a room full of equipment.
What people are actually getting
Variety and coaching, mostly for people who don't love gyms. A November 2022 client: "I've never been a fan of gyms, so he designs a range of circuits for me to do with a lot of variety... I'm particularly enjoying the boxing-centric sessions, especially when we get to go to a park nearby." A May 2026 review: "He explains the 'why' behind everything so well, and keeps things exciting with dynamic circuits every week." Boxing, outdoor circuits, structured progression - that's the product.
Read the 4.9 with the selection in mind
4.9 across 76 reviews looks near-perfect, and I don't doubt the clients are happy. But understand who's rating: people who signed up for a personal trainer, clicked with his style, and stayed long enough to review. That's a self-selecting group. A September 2023 client called his approach "analytical and structured and tailored to individual needs," and a December 2023 review praised how he "works safely and respects the body's limits." Those are real strengths - but a solo trainer's average reflects the fit between coach and committed client, not how a random walk-in would fare. If his style doesn't suit you, you're not the person leaving these reviews.
What's missing
No prices - not per session, not per block, and personal training is the one thing where cost really matters. No fixed address-as-gym; sessions seem to move between a base and a nearby park, so there may not be a single facility to tour. And no sense of availability - one coach has a finite calendar. Those are the things I'd ask about first.
Who it's not for
If you want to train solo on your own schedule with a keycard and a rack, this isn't that. If you want anonymity, a one-on-one coach is the opposite. But if you respond to accountability, enjoy circuits and boxing, and want a program built around you, the reviews are consistent and warm. Just get the price and availability in writing before you commit.
FAQ
Is E-Fit Cascais a gym or a personal trainer?
It reads as a personal trainer - Filipe - offering tailored one-on-one and small-group sessions, some in a nearby park, rather than open gym access.
What kind of training is offered?
Reviews describe varied circuits, boxing-focused sessions, self-defense, and weight-loss coaching, all individually programmed.
How much does it cost?
No review lists a price. Since personal training is priced per session or per block, contact the coach directly at +351 919 113 051 for rates.