Best Gym near Tempe, Arizona

Great Rec center. I’m lucky enough to get affiliate membership and it’s very much worth the Semester long pricing. Has 100+ cardio machines, 2 weight rooms with lots of equipment and free weights, pools and more. Staff are super friendly. Only a couple things keep it from 5 stars. 1. No sauna. It’s a bit surprising considering how huge the place is that they didn’t install saunas or at least steam rooms. The locker rooms are massive and 99% empty most of the time so you easily could have space. My old gym was 5% the size and had them. 2. Some of the cardio machines have been busted for months. I think they are getting a refresh later this year but they should probably just pull the broken ones. 3. It *can* be packed depending on the time you go. If you want to avoid the crush just go anytime before noon or late at night.

Sdfc does have good courts and a nice pool. But it's management is so bad. Some people in management are nice and helpful but they are lot of people who are just bad with attitude and never helps. Not sure why they hire people like them. They just talk rude. There is one tall Indian dude who never helps and always rude.

The facility is huge! Very spacious, nice. I really want to try the group fitness classes to get a better idea but overall the location is good

It is a fantastic facility with lovely personnel. Lifeguards are the best. 🔱❤️‍🔥

One of the best fitness complexes. With almost every amenities

This place is great. You can tell the 1 star reviewers are not gym goers, just Karens. Reading from people who can't figure out how to cancel a membership makes me wonder how they function in their day to day life. Noticing a charge 11months later? 🤣 a hook on a wall was missing? 🤣 Gyms clean, people are honest (turned in my bose charge case i dropped) -don't let the self loathing Karens fool you. 5stars

VALIDATE YOUR PARKING NOW!! Starting Oct 2024. The parking attendant said the parking garage company changed or whatever. And you need to have Mountainside front desk validate your parking ticket now. Otherwise it's $6 or $50 if you lose your ticket. $50 for a lost ticket!! The Mountainside front desk didn't tell me any of this. This was a conversation I had over the parking intercom when trying to exit the garage. They were nice and let me leave since it was new, but be aware. ... This was 9pm on a weekday. The gym is a good lifting gym for the price range since you get access to all the Mountainsides in Phoenix.

I have been with Mountainside for the last four years and continue to brings new guests each week. Jack, along with the rest of the crew, always greet us with a smile on their face. The music could definitely use a change, but otherwise, I feel at home here.

Love this Gym! My trainer Kiana has been excellent helping me get into a good habit of going to the gym regularly and perfecting my form. She is super approachable, friendly, and knows her stuff. She’ll get you feeling sore with results in no time! Definitely would recommend her!

Been coming here for over a year now. Excellent staff hospitality Cameron and Kieren were very helpful and always greet you with a smile! One of the cleanest gyms in the area with stellar equipment and one of the hottest saunas in the valley!

I had a great experience with Tina in Pole Level 1! She is consistently professional and upbeat, and she makes the class all about the students! I have had a great experience overall at this studio through the years, and that is why I keep returning!

Just started taking classes, have been through the 4-class intro and my first level 2 class, and so far the environment has been super welcoming, informative, and helpful with the teachers as well as the other students and community members I have interacted with before and after my classes. Wish I could give extra stars.

I took an intro pole class and was disappointed with the Instructor Bre. This was my very first time at pole dance class and it wasn't very helpful or fun. I had asked her a few questions on how to do something and she completely made me feel stupid. Her attitude came off as too good to be teaching. There was also another girl in class that felt the need to say something to the instructor and ended up leaving. Usually, Instructors give more instruction when you're completely new and they also can keep count during scissor kicks and other warm up exercises. Very poor instructor.

I now consider this place my second home. I've had three different instructors so far (Andrea, Brea, and Caro) and all of them are great. I've had Andrea the most, and I love how analytical she is, she can pick up on the small details so that you can move easier and without injury. She is also very patient. I've always had a positive experience coming here, and will always come here for my classes!

I have been going to Prowess for almost a year and have fell in love with everyone here. I started off in the Level 1 series with Caro, did this series 3 times before I felt ready for Level 2 and in addition to Caro, I've had the pleasure of having Alex, Bre, Mikayla, Andrea and Espie teach me in addition to their Basework (dance/choreograph) classes. All have their own styles, personalities and ways of teaching that are unique to them which is why I love the variety; I have learned so many things from all of them! The studio itself offers various class options and the prices are the best I have seen! The space in the big pole room is large to accommodate many students at once and the studio offers knee pads, mats, rollers and tripods for all students at no additional costs. The most rewarding part of Prowess is the community of men and women that I have been fortunate to be part of. Everyone is welcoming, encouraging, and you can't help but leave feeling empowered. If you are considering starting your pole journey, come on in and give Prowess a try, I have not regretted one minute of my time here!

Orangetheory is TRULY for all fitness levels and I genuinely enjoy working out now! Do not be intimidated! The trainers are all awesome and the classes are dynamic, it's something new every day. I have been a member since February, I went from going 2 times a week and barely making it through the workouts, now I'm going 4 times a week and getting stronger, faster, doing things I never thought I'd be capable of doing with each workout. Absolutely worth the investment for myself!

One of the first gyms I’ve consistently been able to go to. The trainers are awesome - Kristina is my fave! She works with all fitness levels and there is enough challenge there while keeping in mind your fitness level. This is why I’m encouraged to return weekly, and will probably level up my membership because of how welcoming the staff are.

This place has bad management and I would never think of ever wanting to sign up here. I was walking down the street with a friend when we noticed this Orange Theory had a shattered window and it appeared to be unsafe as it could fall on someone walking by. My friend, who works for a very reputable glass and window repair company, and I walked into the facility to inform the manager of this broken glass situation. The nice young man at the desk was very kind and was very thankful to us after we pointed out the broken window. Now the problem was the manager who came out from the back and instantly started to berate my friend and I before even asking why we were in the lobby. He came up to me and said our kind were NOT welcome in his fitness center and we had to leave. He tried to shoo us both out the door without even asking a single question as to why we stopped in. If I was a new client I would have been appalled at this behavior and I would have never returned and made sure others knew of the tone this manager took with me and my friend. He didn't even greet us he just asked me and my friend to leave because "OUR KIND" wasn't welcome there. I asked him what he meant by that and he assumed we were either street people and me being part Hispanic I think there were racist undertones there as well! Anyway after he got done berating me and my friend I informed him of the broken glass issue and he suddenly changed his tune. Its unfortunate this establishment has such an Ill mannered manager working for them. Maybe next time he should learn to ask before jumping to conclusions and keep his "YOU PEOPLE" comments in check.

Immensely disappointed after such an initial positive experience. Immediately once mine and my husband's pleasant free trial experience ended and we singed contracts (with someone at the desk who it turned out processed our paperwork incorrectly, which we were called to be notified needed to rectified by a different staff member the following day when we were scheduled to next come in for a class) and were charged, we were baited and switched repeatedly. At NO point was it explained that the arm bands were an additional fee, until we showed up for another class and were told we needed to drop another $100 each on top of our Elite memberships to order arm bands. We were extremely uncomfortable with this sudden bait and switch and asked to just rent the arm bands instead, and agreed to those $10 per use per person charges, even though it did not sit well with us. After my husband caught the flu and we were left with no choice but to cancel the next class we'd signed up for, we discussed the matter and made the decision to end our memberships altogether because we were just left with a sour taste in our mouth from our experience thus far. We requested cancelations via the website and received emails saying our cancelations were being processed and someone from that studio we attended would be reaching out to us. No one from the studio ever contacted us past that point. Fast forward a month later, and we have been charged again for a month that we did not attend any classes for because, like I said, in the previous month we initiated cancellation. We hoped this was just a simple mistake (like the one the studio had made previously with our contracts and needed to rectify) and so my husband called to have the charge refunded but the Orange Theory manager he just spoke with on the phone doubled down and insisted we could not be refunded. Extremely disgusted and feeling used and abused by Orange Theory and will forever forward tell anyone I know to NEVER trust this company. They get you in the door with kindness then take and take and take from you. I'd give 0 stars if I could, and just wish my husband and I could be refunded, per our cancelation request that was ignored. At this point, I'm concerned they'll continue trying to take our money next month, and the month after, and the month after... Since they've made it clear all that matters to them is taking money.

Orangetheory Fitness and the North Tempe/ASU location are excellent. I've never been able to stick to an exercise routine until coming to OTF (now in my 8th month of membership). The class structure and coaching in class make it easy to show up and make progress towards your fitness goals. All you have to do is show up, and your coach will guide you through an intense and productive 1-hour workout that is different every day! I also love that I can track my progress and routines in the easy-to-use app. Five stars all day!

Perfect just perfect

Great Pre-K program!!

Very helpful

Two thumbs up 👍👍💯

★★★★★ LA Fitness offers a great selection of equipment, clean facilities, and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff is friendly and helpful, and there’s plenty of space to work out without feeling crowded. The group classes and amenities like the pool and sauna are a big plus. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a solid gym experience!

I love this la Fitness location but more importantly I love the staff and members. The members are a second family to me and the club is very clean. Ashley is the best. She's always on her A game and makes sure everything runs smoothly. She cares about the members and club and it shows. She always greets me with a smile and that is important to me. I would highly recommend this location to people for all those reasons. I enjoy my workouts there on multiple levels. I've been a member since 1997 and will continue to be.

I've been a member of this gym for a few months now, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The facilities are always clean and well-maintained. The staff is incredibly friendly and always ready to help with any questions, specially at the front desk, always a smile and good vibes, the trainers are motivating and supportive. This gym has something for everyone. Highly recommend!

Sauna might as well be permanently closed. First it was going to be a few days. Then after those few days, they said it was going to be multiple weeks. Then after those multiple weeks, they said there was no progress made and they had to start over. Now that they've started over, they're always 'working on it' but I've literally never seen someone working on it once. I specifically only wanted a gym with a sauna, if you're the same do not go here, it essentially does not have one.

I love going to this gym. The Ashley the OM is really nice, easy going. She makes sure everything is working and truly cares about her staff and members are happy. She guest pass for a week to try it out. So far a I enjoy working out here. I think I am going to get a membership at this Tempe location thanks to her.

Tthe gym is clean. There are a lot of machines -even during the busiest hour I can still get my full workout in. Almost every member wipes down the machines after use. There is a general feeling of teamwork when I’m working out, even though I’m going to the gym alone I know that almost everyone in there is also there to better themselves.

At least PF is consistent in the fact that members here don't know that the locker room isn't a photo studio. C. For the purposes of this section, a person's privacy is invaded if both of the following apply: 1. The person has a reasonable expectation that the person will not be photographed, videotaped, filmed, digitally recorded or otherwise viewed or recorded. 2. The person is photographed, videotaped, filmed, digitally recorded or otherwise viewed, with or without a device, either: (a) While the person is in a state of undress or partial dress. Put your phones away in the locker room.

I wrote a bad review after coming here for the first time. Then I decided it was a bit unfair. As a former professional sportsman, I should have waited more to understand clearly what this location is. I am writing to fix it. I am a member of another location but I like more being here than others. It is kinda having old-school gym people. And the most important part is that if you know how to do it; everything here is enough to build an almost perfect body. I am just talking about the equipment and atmosphere part. Building a body is a long and comprehensive process and this location is one of the essentials. Especially I like the rope machine which is newly set and is my favorite for chest and arm workouts.

My rating is all about the showers (men's, but assume women's similar). This pf has strong pressure and, hot as you can take it, water. They top that off with I think 7 or 8 shower stalls.

It's real nice out in the equipment area but, once you go into the men's showers- disgusting. Trash, dirty, handicap shower has a broken bench that hasn't been fixed since December 3 2024. Got pictures to prove. Suggestion, instead of bolting to the wall where it won't hold. Bolt a beach to the floor! I need the handicap shower. Thanks

I tan at this location. I lift at EOS. But their beds, bulbs are always going out. Need to do a better job at keeping up with maintenance. I have attended other planet fitness gyms, it’s hit or miss. Some clubs are on top of maintenance and others not so much, this location not so much. I’d be more than happy to give a good review, if I see an improvement on the beds/bulbs. You tell the manager, but the person doesn’t seem to care. It’s frustrating to pay for below average service.

I like that this gym is close to my house, always clean, and the staff is friendly. The yoga mats are in great shape and clean. One of their rules is that guests must go to the lobby to talk on the phone. Unfortunately, many guests are talking on the phone (some without even using headphones) and the staff is not very good at enforcing this rule. 🥺🥺

The Planet Fitness on McClintock and Southern in Tempe is a great place to workout. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and they have a wide verity of free weights and machines. The felicity is always very clean and super nice people like Emily and Angel from the night shift make you feel comfortable and welcome. I highly recommend Tempe Planet Fitness on the north west corner of McClintock and southern for all your workout needs. William Wallace Warfield

I appreciate being able to come to the gym to workout and being able to do the workouts that I want while not having to deal with a bunch peacocks filming themselves and everyone else. Planet Fitness has everything I need to do what I want and a culture that allows me to be comfortable while doing it. Thank you.

Second time they have closed the gym for renovations. So I lost two weeks of workouts and I didn’t notice a credit for half a month on my account. But I get that gyms need maintenance l. The issue is what they did made things worse. Still equipment with ripped padding. Paint drops on equipment. It used to feel really clean but now it feels dirty and lopsided I’m not particularly sure what they actually did. Move the rubber mats that now look beat up and old. I guess its time for me to move on to a better gym

Just love this gym. Every time i’m in Phoenix I train here. So much quality strength equipment. It’s like a huge playground for the Strength enthusiast.

This gym has the most high quality equipment I have ever come across. As someone who has gone to several different gyms, I can’t remember the last gym I was excited about using the machines and equipment besides Muscle Factory. I had the pleasure of speaking to the owner and he is very passionate and selective about what he places in his gym and I really admire that, and the fact that he is around to be a part of the community. It’s kept clean, has a wonderful and welcoming atmosphere, and I love the community it has. If I lived closer this would be my regular gym! But I enjoy stopping by every once in a while :)

Highly recommend checking out the gym. Stopped in for a day pass, owner was really nice. Gym has a lot of good pieces that you won’t find anywhere but a serious gym. If you’re into bodybuilding you have to check it out. Even if you’re not, like into powerlifting or general fitness, you can find a great place here. I looked at the membership prices and they’re really reasonable, especially considering the equipment offerings. Ditch the corporate, support local.

STILL THE BEST GYM IN AZ, EASILY!! Great community with even better equipment. I first moved to AZ and lived in Tempe, this is the first body building gym I came across when I got here, Unfortunately I ended up moving too far away from it 2 years ago, but I have their instagram page and constantly see all the new improvements, (INCLUDING THE NEW LEG ROOM) and I think about it all the time and refer people from work constantly - I recently acquired a new Job at Chapman Dodge in Scottsdale however, and it’s Only 10 minutes away from my job now, so I’m PUMPED because I finally get to make the switch back!! I’ll see you SOON MUSCLE FACTORY!!

Great gym. I was a little disappointed that we paid over $160 for two people for only 30 days. We had just gotten to the area and wanted to check it out. We unfortunately had extenuating circumstances and had to leave and go home to Washington after only using the passes twice When I called to ask about it, I was told if we ever came back to town to tell them and they would give us a deal. I was hoping we would have been given a refund since a day pass is only $20. Very expensive.

I’ve been practicing bodybuilding / calisthenics nearly daily for 17 years and have been to a lot of gyms from 10 dollars a month to 150 a month, Anytime Fitness blows them away in many ways. The staff is wonderful and very professional, being Nick, Kira, Devon, and to the ones that keep cleaning the gym! They have personal bathrooms with showers, members clean their equipment as well and it shows because it all looks in mint condition, with an ample amount of attachments for equipment to choose from. The versatility in exercises available and vibe in this rather smaller location is amazing!

Arguably the nicest AF I’ve ever been to. Its clean, new, and comfortable. Tons of space, tons of excellent equipment, especially for legs. Will definitely seek out this specific AF every time I’m in the PHX area

I travel a lot. I've been through locations throughout Nevada all of Florida, Southern California & Phoenix area. This location has the best layout best overall variety of equipment period. Also sq footage a plus has a larger footprint than most. 5 stars

No one was there during staffed hours. Called twice and left a message on the third call and no one has gotten back to me. Wasted a class pass credit to try and come here. If you have class pass use this business with caution. So unprofessional. Told I wouldn’t be charged a class pay credit per the response below and that was not the case I was indeed charged.

Stellar facility. More spacious and more equipment than any anytime I've seen. This place has that new gym smell. 4 full showers, several treadmills, squats racks, assualt bikes, stair steppers, and even monkey bars.

I absolutely love the workouts here! I never thought I would be the person to pay for a membership at a group fitness gym like this, but after doing trials of several different gyms throughout the valley, I knew that I wanted to continue going to F45 out of them all. The workouts are only 45 minutes which goes by quickly, and the workouts are efficient full body workouts, alternating between cardio and resistance, so you get a little bit of everything. The coaches are very helpful in making sure you have correct form and encouraging in increasing weight when you are ready. I recommend this gym to everyone!

This is a great way to switch up your regular workouts at the gym. It contains full body workouts that personally give me more body movement than my traditional workouts at the gym. The community at F45 is great! Worth every penny!

I’ve been doing F45 for a few weeks and I absolutely love it here ! The coaches are extremely supportive and will guide you through the workout as a newbie. I can already see noticeable improvements in strength and insurance!

I joined Tempe town lake F45 in March of 2021 and I have absolutely loved my experience there, as i write this 2.5 years later, in November 2023. I signed to join this gym because it was such a great fit and gym family for me. Not only are the workouts incredible with killer results, but the coaches are professional, knowledgeable, caring and motivational. My favorite coaches are coach Karynn and coach Eboni for always pushing me with heavier weights or progressions to ensure I’m driving the best results for my health. I workout 6 days a week so I get exposure to all of the different coaches on staff and every single one of them cares about me as a person/my mental and emotional health in and out of the gym, and ensures my physical health is top priority with correcting my form to ensure I do not hurt myself. Karynn, as head coach, does a fantastic job leading the team and planning fun gym events - her and the studio manager Haley just planned an awesome rooftop workout on Sunday that was fantastic. My experience everyday in this gym is a great one, and a very sweaty one :)

I can’t say enough about how much I love this studio! The vibe is always on fire. I’ve met so many friends here. It’s welcoming and such a little community. The workouts are killer, always changing, always helping me evolve. I’ve completely changed my body composition with every 8 week challenge I’ve done with them. Not to mention it’s in a BEAUTIFUL new area of Tempe right in the lake. Plenty of covered parking in the garage. They do discounts for army, healthcare and public servants too! I’ve been a member for years, and will be for years to come. Come take a class with me! You won’t regret it!

I joined Volition about five months ago and it has been such a great experience! All coaches are very welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable. I have been training with Kayla and she truly cares for her client. She answers all sorts of questions that I have and pushes me to do my best in every workout. The gym is clean and has all the equipments you need. I highly recommend Volition.

I highly recommend Vōlition gym! I started working out there a few month ago with Kayla and I have been loving it. While taking her classes I have seen great result and I feel stronger than ever. I was nervous to start because I was worried I would not be able to keep up or it was going to be a super intimidating place but immediately loved it, everyone there is super friendly and the workouts Kayla has us doing are great because they fit in with all skill levels while helping us all to improve. I also really like that all of her classes that I am in is all girls because it really helped to create a comfortable and supportive environment.

I trained with Kayla for almost a year. I went from never lifting weights in my life to feeling comfortable lifting on my own! Kayla builds amazing programs that are challenging enough to keep you excited and motivated, but approachable so you're never discouraged. I can't recommend working with Kayla enough!

Derek and Kayla are just so awesome!! I struggled for years to find the right space / place to accomplish my fitness goals locally. Vōlition's structure, systems and support has changed the way I work out and I am so happy to be a part of this gym. Even though I'm only 3 months into attending the small group female classes, I already feel stronger, healthier and at home! Previously I was intimated in gym settings but the environment here is incredibly encouraging, welcoming and fun! I look forward to going everyday and love having the opportunity to grow into the best version of myself alongside some incredible coaches and members :)

I love the small group classes and the high energy level. Clean environment and welcoming. The owner Derek is very knowledgeable. Also, from the gym, I can walk directly into the juice bar (Add On Smoothies) next door without exiting the building. Volition Gym and the juice bar is under one roof.