Best Gym near Stamford, Connecticut

Always clean, friendly and knowledgeable staff and trainers willing to help you. Reformer Pilates and heated yoga has been a game changer! Less expensive than Equinox with no contract and better amenities! This is exactly what CT needed!

I recently joined Lifetime Fitness! The staff is the nicest, friendliest, and very helpful! Compliments to Champagne, Emily, Michelle etc. Danielle, my trainer is the best! She evaluated my skills, was understanding, and has the best personality! I look forward to getting into shape soon! They have the most advanced equipment and was spotless! Teddy

Dynamic stretching with Max at Lifetime has been a game changer! After over 20 years of running, these past five weeks of sessions have improved my stride, helped me run inclines more comfortably, and increased my potential to push the pace. Max’s thoughtful instruction, constant feedback, and care have made a huge difference in my running outcomes. Stretching really is the secret weapon for better running!

This place is okay. It has a good selection of equipment and is usually clean. Staff are friendly. It’s open for extended hours. The place gets pretty crowded between 5pm and 8pm on weekdays. Some classes play extremely loud music which is very annoying. I was also unhappy with the marketing. The sales people kept telling everyone that the membership price was going up for the past year, but it is still the same as when it first opened. Personal training here is also a lot more expensive than Equinox. Honestly if the gym were 0.1 miles farther, I wouldn’t have switched from Equinox. Equinox is older but feels more upscale and is less crowded than Lifetime in the evenings.

Amazing for an apartment gym, other locations like the Westchester one is better. Sauna temperature is laughable I'm shivering in there, it needs to be 5-10 degrees hotter and this opinion comes from many other members as well. the steam room gets hotter so I just use that. The sauna is hotter at edge or la fitness why are these mid tier gyms saunas better?

Sebastien Billaud is an outstanding personal trainer who has a truly exceptional approach to training. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, but he also takes the time to understand my personal goals and design customized workouts that keep me motivated and challenged. What really sets Sebastien apart is his ability to adapt on the fly. If something is not working for me on a given day, he will adjust my routine and offer modifications. He also provides insightful tips on my form, which has helped me avoid injury and improve my strength. Beyond his technical expertise, the positive energy Sebastien brings to every session makes training fun. Chelsea Piers is already a fantastic facility, and working with Sebastien to meet my fitness goals has made it even better!

Good place with variety of sport activities & coaches and low competition in the area. My suggestion for improvements: 1) Make squash as a separate membership or available without platinum (cabins are 90-95% of time empty) 2) Add floor stickers/signs for navigation 3) Add website explanation on how things work 4) Track call performance, what is % of unanswered calls? I had to call 3 times to ask simple question “how many guest passes I have” Hope that helps to improve your services.

I don’t normally leave poor reviews, and let me start with the actual facility is great. When you sign up, everything seems amazing and everyone is so nice! However… It is very hard to get someone to respond to you if you’re trying to cancel, and when you finally do cancel they’ll do anything they can to charge you extra even when you signed up you were promised a different rate. I was signed up for an annual contract when it was only supposed to be a month to month.. so since someone on the membership team made that error I had to pay for it in the end in order to cancel. I get that mistakes happen but I shouldn’t have to ultimately pay for someone else’s mistakes especially when I was told differently in the beginning. It’s really upsetting, as I might have returned in the future but now I definitely will not.

Great gym with everything you could want. One thing I will say is pilates studio is very small and is an additional price for reformer pilates, otherwise everything is great. Couples package is really good deal as well.

Place is good and vibrant, instructors are good for group classes. Only gripe I have is that there are few key equipments missing in gym section like back extension machine, calf raise machine, leg press (just have one). If not for that, it's a definite 5 star place. Update 05/25 There has been no additional equipments added in the gym section and if you plan on doing group fitness classes post 6 pm then all you can find is yoga or dance classes, not a lot happening in terms of boxing or core fitness classes.

Needed a shower near work so I signed up for planet fitness. I went one day and wasn’t satisfied with the cleanliness of the shower so I asked for a refund. Representative said shower was clean and she didn’t find any mold. Representative refused to give me a refund, even though I only went one day.

I think Julie is a great manager. She is very approachable and is always kind and receptive of feedback. From what I’ve seen, she does a good job at delegating tasks and is constantly involved with her employees. I was skeptical about joining Planet after coming from Chelsea Piers, but was pleasantly surprised by the spaciousness, cleaning stations, and the modern equipment I needed to accomplish my workouts. A few things I don’t like: I find the bag policy to be very stupid. While I understand it is to protect one’s valuables, I think it is inconvenient/ frustrating for someone like me who only carries around my gym equipment to put it in a locker. Also, to be noted—The gym etiquette of members at times can be obnoxious. I think it’s inconsiderate to monopolize multiple machines at a time especially on busy days/times. This happens most often with the cable machine. If there were more available, it’d be fine but as of now it’s just annoying.

Julie is a great manager. She’s warm and welcoming and always says hello. If I ever need help with anything she’s happy to help me. It’s a great gym to work out at. Check it out you will be glad you did. Matt L.

Started going consistently in December and i am still a member. Great vibe, spacious and clean. Ive lost 56 pounds at this gym. Theres a before December 2nd 2023, and then after July 14th 2024.

I liked the atmosphere. When it was hot in the summer, the manager ordered extra fans and air conditioners. Broken things are fixed right away. Always clean. Good employees.After Yulia became the manager the gym changed for the better. Wonderful person.

Been doing OTF for 6 years, recent moved to CT for school and been loving this location. I have to give a shout out to coach Maria M. She is absolutely excellent, communicates with all the members how to get the best out of their workout and gives the best motivation. Looking forward to the rest of my time here.

I've been a dedicated member of Orange Theory Fitness Stamford West for a while now, and it's safe to say that it's been an exceptional journey. The heart of my experience has been the phenomenal coaches, shout out to Coach Shay and Coach Frankie, who have been my guiding lights throughout over 200 classes. Their dedication and expertise are unparalleled, and their enthusiasm keeps me motivated. I've not only seen significant muscle gain but also achieved impressive weight loss results. This place is truly transformative, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to reach their fitness goals!

I just joined about a month ago and I have already upped my membership. This place makes me feel so strong both physically and mentally. As someone with diagnosed depression, anxiety, and PTSD, it is hard for me to get into a mental zone without distractions. OTF has helped me be able to do that which I am incredibly grateful for. Additionally, I’ve been to a few locations and am convinced West-Side is the greatest. I promise you they have the best staff as well as atmosphere in the area. It is always so clean and you are always greeted by a coach who makes you feel empowered.

If you are looking for a fun, fast-paced workout with great instruction (Frankie, Shay, Maria) Orange Theory Westside is it. The front desk is always welcoming. The health stats straight from your heart rate monitor help motivate and improve fitness levels. The energy of the instructors keep you moving, even when you feel like you can’t run or row another minute. Highly recommend!

I joined OT a bit over a year ago, and I never believed people when they said your gym can be a community. But wow, the staff at this location go above and beyond. Every time I walk in, I feel welcomed; but beyond that I feel like they want me there and they’re happy to see me!! The coaches are all phenomenal, but the front of house staff are equally amazing. Lizzie and her team really go above and beyond to help you with any “admin” questions and support.

The men's sauna is broken and will likely be broken and "scheduled for maintenance" for several months as it was last year. I was advised to contact their management becuase LA Fitness has a strict requirement to hire only one specific electrician who is based in California. I find that hard to accept as a reality. To add, I walked past at least 5 nonfunctional treadmills today. On the regular I've found broken equipment stay unfixed for weeks at a time. Earlier this year the lights were broken for two weeks in the bathrooms which was very troubling and deeply troubling for their customer's health and safety. On the positive side the staff at this gym are very friendly and it's not very crowded. If you want a working sauna, clean safe bathrooms, working equipment you are better off going to the locations in Norwalk and Port Chester because apparently LA Fitness HQ is not giving the Stamford location the maintenance it's customers deserve. Management, please respond by fixing the equipment, the sauna and by enhancing your cleanliness operation. Don't promise, follow through with execution of your mission and do it well!

This gym is awful. Used to be a member before COVID, now years later I came back and you'd think they would have updated any piece of equipment... Surprise, everything is the same and still very old. The culture and gym etiquette is terrible. No one has respect for putting the weights back and keeping it somewhat organized. The free weight area is a nightmare. Many machines break and are down for a long time, and the entire place is filthy. They have a lot of machines to choose from, which is good, but it's usually very packed, so good luck. Their barbell rack is laughable at best and they do not have enough equipment for the cable machines. The only thing good is that the men's room has a new sauna... But that's because the old one burned down and they had to repair it, otherwise it'd be outdated. The staff is friendly, so there's that.

Dessire, one of the managers, helped me today, and she was fantastic. Very friendly from start to finish!! She worked with me on getting the best deal/plan that fit me and my wife's needs. You can tell she has a vested interest in the company, but more importantly, the customers. The set up process was very thorough, and the app is a great outlet to make things easier to manage our account and check in. We are looking forward to checking out the facilities in full.

Dessire was nothing short of accommodating, pleasant, and made my experience of signing up to LA totally hassle free! She was gracious, personable, friendly, and her smile 😍!! I can go on! I should have signed up sooner honestly! The facility has a pool, sauna, and an assortment of workout equipment that fits all needs. Large enough of a space where it doesn’t feel too crowded! I’ll definitely refer friends and family her way to give them the same experience!

I signed up today with Desiree and she was amazing! She explained all membership options and even advised me about a good promotion going on. We had some technical issues during the sign up but we were able to make jokes about it because technology sucks. Lol. I can’t wait to start!

Mygym has been an incredible source of growth for our daughter over the past year. She’s learned so many valuable lessons - how to wait her turn, follow directions, be a kind friend, and she’s come out of her shell socially and physically. She’s so much more confident and adventurous! We recently had our daughter’s 3rd birthday here and Miss Jen was absolutely amazing! She communicated, was patient with us, and prepped everything in advance. We forgot a few things (tape, a knife to cut the cake, forks) and she came to the rescue with replacements. She went above and beyond. The party flowed seamlessly with kids being engaged, trying new things, and having fun. We felt like we were hosting but without the hosting pressures. She made sure everyone got pizza and cake. We overheard a kid’s dad telling someone “it was a really well run party”. It was clear to everyone who we were there to celebrate. Our daughter felt so special and it meant the world to us!

We are so fortunate to be a part of Stamford My Gym! The staff is outstanding - thank you and shout outs to Miss Laura, Miss Lara, Miss Mel and Miss Ferin for your attentiveness, enthusiasm and care from the jump. Our son has grown in his social and listening skills, movement, climbing, and coordination. He adores the staff, who always make him feel safe, welcome, and supported, cheering him on through skills and obstacles. I am amazed at the level of creativity and efficiency that each class is run. Also, My Gym has been a warm and fun space for me as a parent, thanks again to the staff always making an effort to include us (parents). Going to My Gym is always a bright spot in our day. Thanks for being this for our family!

I joined hoping to help my daughter develop socially and to make some new friends. I really didn't know what to expect. The team (Miss Laura & Miss Jenn), are exceptional. They make the environment, educational but fun, and create a family-like atmosphere. My daughter loves it and has evolved for the better for attending. Completely recommend. You won't be sorry.

My Gym is one of the best places you could take your child! It is one of the few activities we continually stick with! We have been members for 2+ years and it has never disappointed us! The staff is the best and I would trust them with my child 100% My daughter asks to go almost everyday! It is well worth the membership for all the skills your child will receive! They are extremely clean and organized, as well as providing a different type of class every week so your child never gets bored. They also have gym rentals that you can do with a group/ or alone. As well as doing birthday parties. The gym in Stamford is the best and I will forever be Grateful for the skills and friendships that they have given my child! Try out a class, you will not regret it!

We had our son's 3rd birthday at MyGym Stamford and could not have been any more pleased with the experience. Laura and her team did the most FABULOUS job entertaining a wild bunch of 20+ toddlers and not only made the birthday boy feel incredibly special, but also catered to his special needs and interests. They made me feel at ease leading up to the event, leaving no detail unnoticed, and totally took care of set up and clean up. We LOVE MyGym Stamford and look forward to making them a part of many more family traditions. Thank you so much again!!!!

Arena Gymnastics provides above average instruction in a professional-level gym. The location is fairly convenient with off-street parking. The spectator area is below average and grimy. The instruction itself is fine -- below average for high-end gyms but adequate for those interested in regional competition. The main problem here is the outright derisive and unprofessional staff. I fully understand that nobody in this field is warm and fuzzy and that gymnastics coaches feel a certain pull toward stoic disinterest. Here, however, the instructors and office staff are offensively unpleasant. They are almost professionally unpleasant -- as if each day they try to out be more abusive than the day before. This review is not based on a single bad day or a or handful of bad experiences; it is based on years of borderline abusive treatment. Simply put, the staff is always unpleasant. There are just too many other good gyms to put up with abusive staff.

Wonderful place for gymnastics even at a very young age. My daughter was 20 months and extremely active. The mommy and me program was the best thing ever. It's her favorite part of the week by far and go g strong one year later. Love it!

My daughter attended regular gymnastics programs at Arena for 4 years and had the most positive of experiences. She learned tons of gymnastics skills and gained enormous self-confidence and self-discipline in the process. It would not be an understatement to say that it changed the course of your childhood for the better and developed her into a powerful person on an extremely positive path forward. Because of a previous review about the coaching and staff, I would like to add that her relationships with the coaches and staff were instrumental to her remarkable growth and I remain deeply grateful for their efforts and contributions to her life. She stopped doing gymnastics about 18 months ago and she still remains in contact with the coaches and staff as do I. As for the program itself, it is one based upon deliberate and gradual skill development. Sure there are newer and shinier gyms around but none are full of coaches with the depth of knowledge and experience that Arena has. Their class sizes and athlete-to-coach ratio cannot be beat so I found them to provide a better value than the competition. There is no standing around wasting time waiting to get on an apparatus. Fun and skill development is maximized. Arena has been developing young girls into excellent gymnasts and, more importantly (in my eyes), strong, confident young women for more than 30 years. Their success speaks for itself but I thought I would share my experience.

I'd agree with the other poster... it's horrible that out of a 5 day week, you can nvr get any off on the phone... ALL DAY! Ever! You have to go to the office to ask a question. Horribly annoying and if we could find a more professional place within reach, we'd definately go.

Love it! The staff is great! If you are looking for authentic gymnastics this is the place.