Best Gym near Aurora, Colorado

Wasted opportunity because of poor management. These clubs could be so much better than they are. Unfortunately, due to poor management and a revolving door of staff, the club consistently underperforms. The most evident example is the consistent lack of attention to detail, and simply taking care of what the club already has (see photos of just a few examples). Monthly dues continue to rise $100+ year over year; however the quality of the facilities and club experience declines. Makes you wonder where the extra revenue is going…or how it’s being managed. If you are a member or thinking of joining; next time you are walking around, look and notice how many things have been neglected. Lastly, if you scroll through the reviews you can see a majority of the positive reviews are from corporate/private events. Not members.

For a wedding party of 65… It took 45 minutes to get the mother of the bride a plate of salmon. Bread came in the middle of the entrée. The digs are nice… I just don’t think wedding service was on its game this time around.

Course was great to play. the greens were super fast! The PA was an real ass to our group. Said we were a hole and a half behind after three holes and addressed one of our foresome in a very disrespectful tone about not having his shirt tucked in. Called the pro shop to let our concerns and issues be known and they said we were on pace after 4 holes and didn't know why the PA approached us.

We have been members of Blackstone for years as we live in the neighborhood and it is a requirement and I cannot express how awful this place is. We've done 2 events here, the first was our wedding - we booked the venue about a year in advance and weren't receiving any information. In calling a few months out, we were told that the event coordinator had left and we would have to basically start from scratch with the new event coordinator. The new event coordinator was not happy that we did not use her preferred vendors (e.g. the ones that give her a kickback) and so let's just say her responsiveness and candor was not helpful. Fast forward to our event, we paid for the open bar package and found out that our guests were charged for drinks the entire time. It was a complete scam. The next event we booked was a fundraising event for a college - my husband could not get anyone to return his phone calls to book the event until he physically went to the GMs office. Once it was actually booked, the street tacos bar that we hosted looked like a Walmart special and quite honestly was embarrassing - I cannot believe a private club would put out such a poor product. Aside from the events, there is the pool - which is too small for the capacity of the neighborhood and good luck getting service. If you walk up to the bar to order an overpriced drink, you'll have to wait until the staff puts their phone down or stops playing grabass with each other to take your order - I recommend just ordering something from a can so it's at least made correctly. You also have the restaurant - you can go in on any given night (except for Mondays when the Club is closed to dues paying members to host private events) and expect 7 people at the host stand, no one will look up to seat you until you've awkward stood there for 7-10 minutes. You'll have to ask for a menu, water and silverware once you get a waiter - and don't expect that waiter to come back anytime soon to take your order. But once you do get your overpriced food, don't expect flavor or for it to be filling - you'll probably going to have to get fast food on the way home. We've had frozen chicken served to us, we had out of town guests and went in at 6:30 for Prime Rib night, ordered the prime rib, and in getting to the prime rib station were told that they were out and not making anymore that night - but we were welcome to the side salad that came with the prime rib. All in all - this place is terrible and continues to get worse. Correction: every couple of years we get a new GM who brings in a new Chef, they are OK for about 6 months, and then it gets progressively worse again. Don't waste your money or time joining this place or hosting an event there. If we could drop our membership we would in a heartbeat, but the Club holds the neighborhood hostage and with guaranteed dues and required service charges, they have no reason to enhance the member experience.

Poor management and double dipping. The clubs shuts down the golf course on Mondays for “maintenance”. However, they use Mondays to sell corporate events to companies so they can generate more revenue. So they charge their members for a day they can’t use the golf course, then turn around and rent it out to different companies (I.e. double dipping). The lack of maintenance has shown and overplay is bringing down the quality of the course. And theres no evidence that the added revenue is going back into the club. Sad to see the negative impact greedy and poor management is having on the club.

This ymca gym is very well kept and clean. The trainers are also very nice to help you when you do not know how to use a certain machine. Everyone has been extremely helpful and I love it here so much !

I’ve been a member for about two years now and really enjoy it. The facility is clean and I never have trouble finding a machine to use. I’ve done the kickboxing, body pump and Pilates classes. Teachers have all been really knowledgeable, welcoming and had great classes for whatever skill level you’re at. My kids have also done a few dance classes, basketball sessions (different location though) and karate and have enjoyed those as well.

Do not sign your kid up for the summer camps here. It isn't worth the money. My kid told me all they did last summer was sit around inside. When it rains, they don't really have any backup plans. She was part of the 'STEM' camp...and they hardly did anything. You can find better camps that are not as expensive elsewhere.

About a month since it opened! The facility, the equipment, the staff all are exceptional! Our kids enjoy their swim lessons, my wife and I enjoy the options for classes and the personalized training program! Remember to get yourself the fitness bands that applies your profile and tracks your activity, if you haven’t already, schedule a walk through and download the app for a more curated workout experience!! This is a much needed facility after an year of lockdowns and restrictions!! Thanks YMCA!

Childcare at this YMCA consists almost exclusively of watching movies, some of which I surmise many parents would object to if they were cognizant of what the children are exposed to (the selection is likely based on preferences of the teenagers looking after childcare). We have attended this YMCA for months and had a pleasant experience. We kindly asked for the television to be off for every visit requiring childcare. On one occasion recently it was turned off in front of the parent, and then turned back on immediately when the parent left to exercise. This had not happened to our knowledge the previous two dozen or so times. Our request had always been respectfully heard. The last time our family went to the YMCA, for the first time they refused to turn the television off at all. Other parents may find no objection to this YMCA's "childcare". I would at least encourage you to take responsibility for the content your children are exposed to here - don't expect discretion from staff. Other YMCA's in the area may provide much better childcare service - such a critical blessing to families with young children, allowing the parents time to exercise. Your children are worth the longer commute!

I’ve been to many gyms over the last 30 years, and Zone Athletic Club at Southlands is just “meh.” The staff rarely greets you with a hello or goodbye, which, while not a dealbreaker, certainly doesn’t help create a welcoming environment. The bigger issues lie with the gym itself. There’s a lack of duplicate equipment, so even during non-peak hours, you often have to wait your turn. For a facility of this size, this is frustrating and inefficient. What really pushed me over the edge, though, is their unfair billing practices. I signed a yearly contract but injured my neck about three months in and was advised by my doctor to avoid weightlifting for at least nine months. Management initially assured me that canceling my contract due to my medical condition wouldn’t be a problem. However, their third-party billing company refused to honor that commitment. When I went back to Zone’s management for help, they shrugged it off and said it was out of their control. It’s hard to believe a gym wouldn’t take responsibility for its promises, but that was my experience. Needless to say, I wouldn’t recommend Zone Athletic Club to anyone who values fair treatment or reliability.

Gym is fine and all but be aware that you will be locked into a contract for an entire year and you will NOT be able to back out of it. Even if you go to the front desk, they will direct you to peak payment solutions and you have to go through them. They will tell you it's canceled but then keep charging you. I'd be sure you will be staying for a while before going this route with their shady business practices.

I wish I could give this gym and its general manager Caleb more than 5 stars. He went above and beyond to make sure I was taken care of! Have never been to a gym with such great customer serves! Plus holy smokes soooooo many machines I never have to wait for anything.

Tried to use a guest pass because last time I was a member at this gym it was a different brand/company and 5 years ago. I just wanted to use a pass to check it out since it’s a new name and they wouldn’t let me. Lost a paying customer, just wanted to check it out since it’s a completely new company from 5 years ago…. understand it’s for first time guests but that was prior to the change in company. Rough sales tactic guys.

In over 20 years in different gyms over the US this is one of the best I’ve found. Great equipment, duplicate machines so you’re not waiting, plenty of plates for the whole floor. Everyone is very friendly welcoming, but not over the top. I see a few reviews talking about it being too hot in the gym. Temps are perfect, I think those that are complaining should just stay home and get an elliptical, then you can control the thermostat.

I especially love this location because Ben the GM patiently and kindly helped me with an issue where the bank stopped my payments due to suspected fraud and he worked with me to help get it resolved without disrupting my membership in any way. I love the security, cleanliness, how polite the staff is, convenience and many other things about this location. I appreciate the facility and staff and especially Ben, he is a great GM at this location! I have recommended AF, especially this location to friends, family and colleagues. Thanks Ben and AF!

Great gym atmosphere. Management was helpful and knowledgeable during our visit. Our group was visiting from out of town and Matt the manager made the experience seamless. Thank you and look forward to using the facilities when we are in town.

Anytime Fitness member visiting from out of state - had a great experience! Checked in with my wife’s keycard and went to the manager’s office (Michael), who was extremely welcoming, to ask if he’d like me to sign in; stated there was no issue and to let him know if there was anything I needed. When I arrived, even though there was a group session and multiple individual sessions, my workout was uninterrupted due to the well spread out sections of the gym. All the equipment you could need was easily accessible in addition to being well organized. Clean & spacious facility. Planning to return on my last day of vacation.

Great gym! Staff are amazing and knowledgeable. Has everything you need and its not wildly packed like 24 hours or planet fitness.

Visited this gym from out of town and it was clean, management was extremely accommodating and it had all of the equipment I needed. Would highly recommend this location!

Love this place! I’ve been a member of other OTF’s in the past but never felt this strong a sense of community. This place has become more than a gym for me. They’ve really helped me approach fitness differently and change my approach to movement. Amazing coaches and team members who learn your name and greet you with joy when you come in, even at 5 am! Love their class offerings and times! Super convenient for working moms! And awesome monthly challenges to keep you engaged!

Love this studio! The coaches are fantastic - inclusive, knowledgeable, fun, and don’t even get me started about the workout. Orangetheory has helped me improve my strength and cardio in a fun environment with tons of ways to challenge myself. I love coming to class and will be a member for as long as I possible can!

OTF Southlands is great. The staff and instructors are awesome. I look forward to my workouts every time I go. Happy to have hit 500 classes. Looking forward to continuing my fitness journey at OTF Southlands.

OTF Southlands is the best! It’s not just a gym, it’s an amazing community. No matter what your fitness level is there is an option for anyone. Great staff and coaches and music is great!

The most amazing community with the best focus on meeting your health goals. Orangetheory Southlands is the place to be for a great workout that is never the same! This is one thing I won’t skimp on ever! Thank you Orangetheory Southlands for making it so fun!

Very active 55+. Beautiful facilities. Friendly staff. Lots of things to do. Beautiful well kept homes.

Very well constructed, well run, compact clubhouse for the 55+ Inspiration community. Nice lobby with a few multifunction rooms, a moderate sized gym with a good variety of machines, a large pool and too few tennis and pickleball courts. The overall facility is way undersized for the community, something the builder sales people did not point out for the residents who purchased homes in the past few years. There are so many resident clubs now that it is difficult to reserve space, and there will be hundreds of new homes built in the coming year or two that will make things worse.

Private Clubhouse for residents of Hilltop 55+ community in far SE Aurora. Always lots going on. Definitely an amenity for the community

Love the pool/hot tub. Plan to go to the gym once the pool closes. Beautiful facility. Staff is always attentive and friendly.

Tried multiple times to get appointment to see Hilltop Club amenities and no one follows up. Is this business now closed?

F-45 Southlands was just what I needed to get a restart into fitness. I am a larger woman but that didn’t hold any of the coaches back from giving me the modifications and support needed to be successful. I am definitely more fit after 6 months due to everything this gym offers. One of the greatest is the consistent and same people at most of the early classes. The coaches definitely know you by name and encourage more and more each session to help meet your fitness goals. I can’t say enough wonderful things, I love going!

Besides the great workouts and program that F45 is and that it fits exactly what I need; the secret sauce to me is Kayla, Zach, and Cody. They are all so great and amazing. It’s easy to feel completely comfortable with each of them. I met Richard once and seemed very welcoming and great also. It’s been only 5 months for me but I am completely hooked.

I couldn't be happier with my decision! The coaches Zach and Kayla, are absolutely amazing. Their expertise and enthusiasm make every workout session enjoyable and effective. The entire atmosphere is incredibly motivating, and the support you receive from both the staff and fellow members is unique. I second what another member commented, it is addicting it truly feels like a community that pushes you to be your best. Highly recommend!

This F45 location rocks! They have engaged coaches, great music mixes, and do a post-workout stretch. Highly recommend the F45 experience and working out with Coach Richard!

I have been coming here from past 8 months and I never get bored. Workouts here are great and the trainers are very skilled. I worked with trainers cody, kayla and richard. Every one is very professional and they modify the trainings to suit your body. I have had amazing experience so far. Do try it out !!

I Absolutely love this place!!! The coaches really show that the care about you & you never feel like you're just a number...you feel more like family. The fitness challenges administered by Coach Brooke & Coach Mike allowed me to meet the goals that I've never been able to achieve at other gyms & I'm so grateful to them. These two are so awesome!!! I highly recommend Stride Southlands. You won't regret it! 😊 Oh, And the theme days are awesome too! 😁

I’m a founding member at Stride, loved it from the start. I’m not a runner but the coaches and templates have helped me improve so now I can jog most classes and I feel strong! The Stride family is so encouraging. They keep it interesting with different challenges and themed classes. (Pictured here is the 5k for Breast Cancer Awareness.) The coaches are really just the best, Courtney’s class is like therapy and Lauren is the greatest early-morning hype girl. Take your first class and see for yourself!

I been coming here for almost two years Stride at Southlands is a wonderful unique gym experience. All the coaches are very supportive and welcoming especially Dezi, Maty and Ashley. Thank you for kicking my booty. Next time in Aurora check out stride in southlands, you won’t regret it

Challenging and varied classes led by a great coaching team, in a clean and well maintained facility. Fun way to burn calories and they have a body fat scanner. All around great place to be. Come try it out!

I have been a member of Stride for well over a year and absolutely love this place. There is a real sense of community, everyone supporting, encouraging and celebrating each other. The coaches are fantastic, friendly, helpful, encouraging and gently pushing you further on your fitness journey. If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, come and join us. First class is free so what have you got to lose! Hope to see you on the tread 😊

Truly the best! I have had a back fusion and 2 disc replacements in my neck and this place has kept me in shape and even helped to subside my residual neck pain. I feel better after every class! The instructors and owner are intuitive and feel like friends. I am blessed to have this place! You should check it out!

I decided to try Barre for the first time this week. I took the Align class with Morgan and it was great. Morgan is an awesome instructor and made me feel at ease as a first timer. Great workout and the staff was very helpful and informative in terms of signing up for a membership. The studio owner, Taryn, reached out and welcomed me to the studio which I thought was great. Highly recommended!

Pure Barre Southlands is such a great community! I first got involved in PB because I enjoy structured group fitness and needed a fun workout. After my first class, I was hooked! It’s been 6 years with Pure Barre now and I am coming up on my 1 year anniversary as a PB teacher at Southlands. I am so thankful for this family and the opportunity to lead others in this amazing technique!

I’ve been coming to this location for about two and a half years and I love it even more now! I love that there are different class formats that are all challenging in their own way and keep each workout fun and different! The staff and the community here is amazing and I’m so glad I found Pure Barre Southlands!! Highly recommend!

After moving to the Centennial area, I was looking for a place to workout where I felt comfortable, was pushed to work hard, and felt welcome… Pure Barre Southlands was all of this and more. I was able to try a free class, they didn’t pressure me to join and the instructor, Cori, was so welcoming and friendly and helped me prefect my form. All instructors are so kind, they offer modifications for all levels too. Trust me- try it- you’ll love it. They even have fun challenges throughout the year, which allows you some accountability AND fun, all while toning muscles and burning calories!

This gym is my safe haven, semi reluctant to leave a review….don’t want the word to get out. The staff is wonderful, very friendly, constantly restocking and cleaning. Manager does a great job and you can see the love and care she has for this place all around the gym. Uplifting quotes at the front desk, clean showers with stocked soap, clean locker rooms and even boxes of tissue!! This location and staff deserve some recognition!!!

Clean gym in Aurora. Staff is friendly and continuously maintaining equipment and cleanliness. A decent amount of equipment it is enough to hit all parts of the body. My favorite part of this gym, though, is the amazing mountain view. I can't get over it

I am so thankful for the staff at PF who have made my recent start here so streamlined. Coach Reed's training on each piece of equipment maximizes resistance training benefits and minimizes unnecessary strains. I am thankful for the time and care he shows to help each of us learn good techniques. The equipment and facility are well maintained, but it is the staff that makes my time here so beneficial!

Great place to get fit. With the Black Card membership you can access all PF gyms, as well as their hydro-massage. The equipment was updated recently, and they keep the place very clean. 12/10 I'm probably going back in today.

Great gym the staff is very friendly and they're always cleaning the place up so this gym is very tidy and when things break by the time I come back to the gym most of the time it is fixed!! And people that go work out there are usually friendly as well it's my favorite gym because of these reasons and it is not packed all the time like some other gyms! This is the main reason I love this gym!