Best Gym near Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Sadly, this gym raised its rates with promises of new and updated equipment, as well as added recovery amenities. Unfortunately, the only part of this promise they delivered on was the increase in cost. The facility remains poorly maintained, with large amounts of dust accumulating in the rafters and dangerous holes in the floor being inadequately addressed with a single cone. Equipment is frequently broken and left unrepaired for extended periods. For the price being charged, the gym fails to meet basic expectations for cleanliness, safety, and functionality. Staff refuses to walk through for basic clean up and enforcing common gym etiquette. The Center Valley area is ready for a competitor to step in and offer a superior fitness experience. Until corporate actually starts to care enough to deliver on their promises, I cannot recommend this gym.

Absolute scam artists. I can't speak for the quality of the gym as this isn't the location that I had a membership to. The location I had a membership with closed down and my membership was automatically continued at this one. I have never once had a membership at this location, but I still got hit with a $50 a month membership fee. Fortunately I've now canceled and will never be returning to a Maxx fitness. I'm sure somewhere in the contract I signed when I signed up it included something about the membership transferring. But that is ridiculous and predatory. If I could rate lower than one star I would.

Raising rates prior to bettering the gym is crazy. They put in a "sauna" that can only accommodate 3 people. The price increase is not worth it. Sadly thought they would actually better the gym, but it doesn't seem like they really are.

Definitely do not recommend going here. They will take your money. I look at my card statement today and I saw I was charged $45 this month. When I called and asked why they said they are getting all the new equipment and that’s why their prices are being raised and I informed the guy that I broke my tailbone about four months ago. He informed me if that I bring in a doctors note I will get four months free. I informed him that it was four months ago and I wouldn’t be able to get a doctors note now and then when I asked if I could cancel my membership, he says no I have to come in person and cancel. What pisses me off the most is when I was not informed at all by not getting emails or text messages that the prices are going up.

If I could give it zero stars I would. Whoever runs this gym is SHADY and MONEY HUNGRY. They raise your monthly price without telling you and when you try to cancel your membership, they still charge you afterwards!! I’m not surprised to see all the terrible reviews. It’s well deserved for such a terrible gym run by shady management.

The gym has good equipment, but is way too small for the number of students this school has now.

This fitness center is grossly inadequate for the size of the Lehigh University community. Hardly space to breathe in the main weight room during peak hours let alone enough space to get a good workout. An additional fitness room with limited equipment is located on the 5th floor but only for limited hours. The pool is ancient and only open for lap swimming about 6 months out of the year with extremely limited hours. Lifeguards wear street clothes to boot. I once saw a lifeguard wearing knee-high leather boots -- hey, I'm drowning, please save me! Be right there. I have to take off my knee-high leather boots first! - There is a neat rock climbing wall and some nice squash courts along with basketball courts. Men's showers are not kept clean and definitely not a place to shower barefoot. Being that Lehigh is a Division I school with 7,000 plus undergraduate and graduate students, this place just doesn't cut it. The building houses the administrative offices for Lehigh Athletic coaches and staff. They might want to consider sending them over to Goodman where the varsity athletes train and create space that can be reconfigured to build a better Taylor Gymnasium.

An old gym but a good one. Has a full fitness center, swimming pool, excersie classes, and a basketball court amoung other things.

Some of the equipment is so old I literally have no idea how to use it. The gym is small and the equipment is from 1980

Big Dickson rules. too bad we need more vaccine shots

I LOVE Steel Fitness!! I’ve been going here for almost 4 years now, and it has yet to fail me. Mike the manager is really friendly and always willing to help if needed and knows the gym well. He’s a great manager and the members love him! I’ve gone to many gyms, and none of them have met my standards the way steel does. The atmosphere is the best and the set up is unique. I love how diverse the crowd is, there are people of all age groups. The outdoor yard is such a fun addition! If you’re looking for a new gym, give Steel a try.

Just called to ask if they participate in insurance programs that pay for the gym membership. After being informed that they do not, I was asked if I still like to join, given they are in their promotional window. I politely said sorry I'm not interested as the I pay $40 a month for the insurance program which gives me access to a bunch of gyms in the area. The staff member immediately got rude and said "yeah okay" and hung up the phone on me. Based solely on that experience I have no intention on joining this gym in the future. Also, based on other reviews, this seems to be consistent. Advice to company: 1.) Improve your enrollment requirements and allow of insurance programs. 2.) Improve your hiring process...

If I could give zero stars I would. I joined this gym at the beginning of the year and worked out here for a few months, and I have to say, my experience was horrible!! The gym itself is a decent size and has the potential to be great, but unfortunately, it’s plagued by several issues and it sucks! First, the equipment is often broken and stays that way for months. The gym is also not very clean—I’ve never seen anyone clean the sauna, which raises serious health concerns. You could workout at 5am or just before closing. Still smells horrible. You could place a rag in there on Monday and still see it Friday. Additionally, the gym is poorly organized. At $60 a month, you expect to walk into a great gym, HA I laugh at that expectation. With all the issues, it is overpriced, especially considering there are other gyms in Bethlehem with similar pricing, or even slightly less, that are just better . If this gym were priced at $25 or $30 a month, it might be more reasonable, but at its current price point, it’s hard to recommend. Unfortunately, Steel Fitness is by far the worst gym I’ve been to in the area.

First of all I will echo everyone else, this gym is overpriced, it is dirty, the water fountains and air conditioning are constantly malfunctioning. There are so many better and cleaner gyms for similar or cheaper prices. Also they only let me cancel in person instead of over the phone, like why cant you just email me the form and I'll sign it like every other gym? Litterally nobody in this gym cleans up after themselves or wipes down weights or machines. The machines and benches look like they were salvaged from a scrap yard.

Even after you call multiple times to cancel they won’t and continue to bill you. Even after you show up in person to cancel and fill out their paperwork to cancel they’ll continue billing you. Avoid at all costs and put a stop payment on your bank if you find yourself in this situation. Management will never get back to you. Your best course of action is to use any other gym in the area that doesn’t engage in this type of predatory behavior.

I’ve been a client of The Restoration Space for quite awhile - usually for PT. Now I’m preparing for a total knee replacement and told my surgeon that I only wanted to work with Rebecca at Restoration Space as opposed to a PT in the hospital’s network. Before discovering this place I had PT elsewhere and my therapist, while very good, was not just “my” therapist during those appointments but rather was required to juggle several different clients - all with their own specific needs - simultaneously. Rebecca at The Restoration Space is focused only on me during my appointments and that means a lot. I want to do everything possible to ensure the success of this total knee replacement and have no qualms whatsoever about putting my trust here.

We love the team at Restoration Space...3 out of 4 people in my household have been patients here in the past 2 years. While we've only utilized their PT services (a much more personalized experience than the network options), they also offer massage, acupuncture, plates, etc. We are currently seeing Meghan Greich and Becca Eberly, who have taken great care of our family. Highly recommend!

Julie is an amazing therapist and human being. I was in desperate hip pain when pelvic floor therapy was suggested to me and it honestly changed my life. My pain was drastically reduced after the first session. It takes trust and getting your head around it, but the therapy is essential and Julie’s professionalism, compassionate care, and overall presence are life affirming. Every woman should understand the role of the pelvic floor in aspects of their physical, emotional, and psychological well being. I cannot recommend The Restoration Space highly enough. It’s a beautiful space filled with compassionate healing.

Such laid back, inclusive, and respectful vibes here. Allie at reception is always a joy, and Madu is so knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. I’ve learned a lot about my pelvic health and how it affects my overall well being. Within about 6 once-weekly sessions I started to see some progress, which speaks for both me and Madu. Because of the good experience with Madu and other staff, I started bringing one of my kids who needed to see a pediactric physical therapist. He has SO much fun and wants to go to these appointments, which says a lot for a little homebody who doesn’t like leaving home very much. 😄 We’ve had great experiences here and will definitely use TRS when we can!

Love this place!! Outstanding customer service. Julie is the best. Have been other places and finally she is helping me. She is very knowledgeable in her field. Also a great person 😃😃😃

Great place with tons of history for Lehigh wrestling.

Incredible facility.

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I’ve been coming here for a few years and the quality has really declined. They finally got floor new mats that were much needed but they kept the old ones which are peeling and flattened out. The machines are always out of order, frequently the stair-master. There are two machines (lat pulldown and pec fly) that are completely missing grip handles for months now that haven’t been replaced. The auto paper towel dispensers rarely work and after a year of cleaner spray bottles not working they finally replaced them. Additionally the floors by the mat area are often dirty with clumps of dust and hair. I’m not sure if this location just doesn’t have the budget, but things are worn down to nothing before anything is done about it. The staff is all very nice but in comparison to other PFs I’ve went to especially the Quakertown one, this location is severely lacking.

Two things really irked me: 1) There is always a stationary bicycle down. They don't maintain them well at all. Never see out of order signs at other planet fitness gyms on their stationary bikes. 2) This weekend, pushed me over the edge. Learned that the only reason the paper towels were on top of the trash cans was because there were no batteries to operate the automated machines. Last I checked, dollar tree was around the corner and family dollar was next-door. NEXT DOOR!!! Buy some batteries. Repair your equipment. Stop being cheap. Update: As of today there's now 50% of their bikes down. No eta either. One has been dysfunctional for 9 months!!!

I have always loved coming here. Never any problems. Never any weird guys flirting, never anyone making me feel uncomfortable. Nothing. I love Felix the desk attendant he's very friendly and good at his job. Not sure what her name is but short girl with makeup and eye lashes she's also good at her job and very friendly. My favorite time is when I go to the gym lol the staff really makes a difference.

I've been going to the gym here for a few years and I gotta say it's time to expand the gym. It's way too tight and gym is often over crowded. Staff are great though and most members at this location are respectful.

The employees work their ass off cleaning the facility. Their work ethic is admirable and definitely not going unnoticed by all of us. I know it’s their job, but they really go above and beyond.

Brand new clean spacious tons of New Tech Torture Equipment, tons of free weights. Friendly staff. Did a one day guest pass on the way back home to Tenn.Very good experience. Definitely Recommended. The gym is located in Bethelem PA

I just recently got a membership after my free one day trial and i couldn’t be happier. The equipment feels brand new unlike some other gyms in the area. I’ve never felt like i’ve had to wait for the equipment making my work out actually feel productive and taking full advantage of the space.

Came a couple months ago for a free trial and if I wasn’t moving THIS would be my gym. Amazing staff, incredible facilities, state of the art machines, and extremely clean❤️ loved my time here. You might be put off by the 60 dollar monthly, but I assure you it is well worth it and goes to an owner who clearly cares about the experience of his customers👍🏼 even have a dedicated posing room. If I’m ever back in the valley this is my go to gym HANDS DOWN

Old school, hardcore gym. I really love it!!!! You want to do exercise and avoid people on phones while your wait? this is that place. Variety of equipment. I rather pay little more and work out than cheap and loose time waiting to do my workout. Come, join and enjoy this is your gym. Friendly staff!!!

Great gym! Super clean, friendly, helpful staff overall best gym facility in the area

Do not got to this establishment. They are a “health and fitness” center that doesn’t believe in a strong, healthy immune system. If they did they would not be requiring people to get a Covid vaccine to use their facility. It is also illegal what this establishment is doing.

This is a great facility and the staff is very knowledgable and helpful. I just read the reviews and am astounded by the number of people who accuse this fitness center of "HIPAA violations". If someone asks for proof that you've been vaccinated before allowing you admittance, that is NOT a HIPAA violation. It's your choice as to whether you want to share that information or not. This facility is not obtaining any of your medical information without your consent (if they did, then THAT would be a HIPAA violation).

It was a nice place for a while. Plenty of towels, equipment in good repair, clean. Now though, run don't walk. While its still all of the above, they are VERY invasive about your medical history, and tonight they asked me if I had or plan to get the covid vaccine, and conveniently they can arrange for you to get one at a $t.Luke$ facility. They also told me if you don't get the vaccine they will cancel your membership on the 9th of April. I go to a gym to blow off steam not to be forced to undertake a medical procedure that is suppose to be my choice. Granted its their choice about the membership, but I expect that sort of behavior from a used car lot not a gym. Basically you can't join or go unless you get your covid shot.....sounds like discrimination to me.

I have been working out at St. Luke's Fitness for almost 10 years and have tried other gyms but this is the one I love the most. Friendly staff and members plus plenty of fitness equipment and classes make it one of the best.

Never been there and never will if it’s true that they aren’t allowing unvaccinated individuals to use the facility ??? But it was ok all these months to take money from everyone who wasn’t vaxxed all this time? This is a HIPPA violation first of all. Secondly, it makes no sense. If you understand and believe the CDC guidelines and science of mitigation and prevention, unvaccinated people can safely workout and pursue health and fitness too! This is appalling and quite scary frankly! Maybe if you weren’t affiliated with a health care system, this wouldn’t be so appalling, but a hospital system should care about everyone’s access to health and fitness- what’s next? No flu shot, no entrance? It’s no ones business except the patient and their doctor wether or not they are vaccinated or not. The sign also seems like your just trying to make money off of more people getting vaccines. Really disappointed.

Art of Flight is a fantastic facility — think high-end golf simulators paired with a relaxed, professional, and knowledgeable staff. I started taking lessons through their program in 2024 and have maintained my membership ever since. The facility is spotless, well-equipped, and makes playing golf genuinely enjoyable for a high handicapper like me. The sheer amount of data their system provides has been a game-changer for improving my swing mechanics. I’m now hitting the ball 20% straighter and farther than I did last year, and I’ve dropped my scores from the 120-130s to the low 100s. Breaking 90 next year feels within reach! I also upgraded my irons and driver through their fitting program. I’ll admit I was skeptical about club fittings at first, but it turned out to be a great experience. Freddie was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and helped me find the perfect set of clubs that have truly elevated my game. Whenever I come in for a training session or to play a quick 18 (about an hour), I know I can rely on their team for advice on my equipment or game. The staff is consistently friendly, helpful, and always eager to talk golf. 10/10 would recommend to pros, beginners, or anyone looking to improve their game while having a great time.

Jason is the best instructor! I am a total beginner, and he is so supportive, kind, and knowledgeable. I don't ever feel embarrassed. I even have fun! My husband and I signed up for a lesson package and we are so glad we did. Highly recommend art of golf. These guys love what they do.

Got fit for a driver today. The fitter(Jason Wilson) was very knowledgeable and even offered some swing tips. Chris and Whitney were very accommodating knowing I was going on a golf trip soon. 10/10 would recommend.

Art of Flight golf proved to be exactly what I was looking for in terms of instruction. Jason Wilson has been fantastic. Jason brings a data driven approach to coaching, but doesn't make it just about the data. My sessions were tailored to my game and my swing without need a complete overhaul. Jason took the time to make sure I understood the numbers before and after any changes while thoroughly explaining the causes and effects happening throughout the golf swing. The facility is awesome and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I will be back for another lesson package. I will recommend Art of Flight Golf to any golfer looking for instruction.

Great place. State of the art equipment, friendly staff, excellent teachers, and terrific fitness program. Your game WILL get better.

For us women who get anxiety about going to the gym, this place is perfect. Lots of space with minimal clientele. All the equipment you need including TRX. Work on yourself without the anxiety that most gyms bring.

The equipment is getting tired. Some bikes no longer detect pulse as designed. Locker room amenities not being filled. If you are an LVHN employee, this is probably a great deal. For those who aren’t employees or doing rehab, there are other gyms with more features at the same price.

Dated equipment. Buttons on some machines not working properly. Small overall space. Lockers do not lock reliably. Be wary of their cancellation policy. Its 30 days notice so anticipate donating another month's membership after you've decided to leave. There are better places for less money

Used wellness $'s to have a program designed to fit my specific needs. Leaving work at 7:15 am is the perfect time to get in shape. Minimal clientele makes my workout a breeze. And all for "FREE."

Never crowded

I love working out at Liven Up. The workouts are designed to target the whole body. I'm a busy single mom/business owner so my workout time is very limited. The semi private sessions are always challenging and give me a full body workout. You will pay more for classes here, but it's well worth it if your goal is looking fitter, as quickly as possible. I like that I can schedule my classes months in advance on the Liven Up app. It's on my schedule so I will show up and get the workout done. Classes are limited to around 10 so I get the social aspect of being in a gym without feeling overwhelmed like I do at other gyms where there are 30+ people in a class! The staff are really friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend coming in for a free session to understand that Liven Up is a truly unique gym!

I am a new member of Liven Up Fitness. I expressed interest on social media and in no time a member of the team reached out and asked if I would like to visit the gym and talk with them about what programs they have to offer. They ask what are you having trouble with and what are your goals. On your first class, immediately stepping foot into the gym, you feel welcomed. It's a small atmosphere so you don't feel overwhelmed and everyone moves at their own pace. Coaches are more than happy to explain and show how each movement of exercise should be done and each class is different, working different areas of your body. You can start slow at 2 semi-private classes a week or join at the "unlimited" level. Delicious Recovery smoothies are available after a good workout. It's a wonderful place to meet people who also want to learn how to get healthy but are too shy or does not like the atmosphere of big gym chains where you are basically on your own. At Liven Up Fitness you're not alone, you're family.

Still the best fitness experience! This is not just a gym. This is a fitness family. The coaches, the staff, the members are all part of your health and fitness journey. The atmosphere is supportive and fun! The workouts are always different and challenging. The coaches really get to know you, your abilities and your goals. They will hold you accountable. I have been a member for 8 years and have loved every minute!

I've been a member of Liven Up Fitness for several years, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. This gym offers a unique blend of personalized attention and community support that sets it apart from the rest. The instructors are very knowledgeable and attentive, providing guidance every step of the way!

If you are looking for a friendly environment with very skilled and knowledgeable trainers, Liven Up Fitness is THE place! As someone who always felt like I didn't belong in a gym, I can honestly say that I have found a community of supportive people who make me smile and celebrate my accomplishments. Give it a try, I just know you'll feel welcomed too.