Best Gym near West-chester, Pennsylvania

A Disastrous Experience at YMCA West Chester I am writing to express my extreme disappointment with my recent experience at the YMCA West Chester. The level of unprofessionalism and lack of customer service I encountered was truly appalling, and it serves as yet another example of the consistently poor management and execution of their programs. To begin, I was denied the ability to drop my child off for a scheduled sports activity simply because I did not have my wallet on me. This arbitrary and discriminatory policy is not only inconvenient but also disrespectful to paying members. To make matters worse, when my child's coach arrived, the same front desk staff member inexplicably allowed my child to enter the facility without any further verification. This inconsistency in policy enforcement is both baffling and infuriating. Following this initial incident, I received several aggressive phone calls from Mike Macmillan, the purported "director of sports." This individual proceeded to berate me in a highly unprofessional and accusatory manner. Such behavior is completely unacceptable and reflects poorly on the YMCA as an organization. It's disheartening to note that the YMCA West Chester's programs, while convenient, are consistently plagued by poor management and execution. This latest incident is a prime example of this ongoing issue. I am deeply disturbed by this entire ordeal and intend to file a formal complaint with the YMCA's corporate office. I urge others to consider their experiences at this particular location and to voice their concerns accordingly.

Very courteous employees, super friendly. Outdoor pool is my kind of kid friendly. Very easy to make a reservation. Snack Shack outside with the pool. 😊 💦

Someone is not doing their job properly or just incompetent at all. It infuriates me that they can’t seem to update the color bands on my kids. What’s the purpose of having my child do swimming lessons here (fyi, no matter how good your child at swimming, has to repeat the swim level twice) if you can’t update your system that she’s a green band!!!! Do they even keep records of the kids that take lessons at all! I’m really starting to hate this place! FAMILY BATHROOMS are full of MOLDS and it STINKS! Front desk employees (tall, balding guy and petite woman with a guy’s haircut and wears glasses) are both arrogant and unprofessional!

The gym isn't great but besides that, the water only tastes like chlorine! The water is absolutely terrible and I'm putting 1 star so that they see this and fix their water. Other gyms have filtered water especially with nutrients. How do you expect to get stronger by drinking chlorine. Fix the water please!!

The outdoor waterpark is excellent for little kids. Very large splash pad and small slides perfect for toddlers, as well as a couple of larger slides for the bigger kids/adults

One of the best gyms in the West Chester, PA area. The facility is well maintained. However, their warm pool heater keeps breaking down often (once or twice per quarter).

We LOVE the ACAC! We have been members there since May and have been absolutely delighted by all the employees, activities, child care, kids nights out, pools, swim team, cafe options, locker rooms, other areas to work etc etc. we are big fans and want to thank everyone there for making us and our kids feel so welcome. I think every employee there loves their job and exudes kindness. It’s such a peaceful place and we feel so lucky to live close and be members. Thank you all for making parenting and life sweeter!

Great instructors but app is not consistently working properly which is very frustrating. There should be more low impact classes such as an aerobic/strength class and slower moving (with more repetitive steps) aerobic classes. Those classes are mostly very fast moving with few repetitive moves lead by instructors that move very quickly and are difficult to follow especially if you aren’t familiar with the dances.

Too busy, if you guys have kid, don't send to here. I believe AcAc not good as children place .I was there to looked the summer camp for my son! Stand at the receiptionist font deck 15 minutes, and the staff go around with no attention!

The BEST gym anywhere!! And our manager Steph works so hard to get us the classes we want!! I would never go anywhere else! We are like family and they treat everyone as if we are!!!

LA Fitness is a great place to get fit and make friends. They have really fun Zumba classes. I love the Yoga class on Wednesday at 7. Body Pump is also another great class on Wednesday. So do not miss kickboxing and cycling, water aerobics, and step. Go LA Fitness! You have been a supportive vessel in my life! Get it, vessel in my life! Ha ha, ha, I thought I would be funny too.

Loved coming to West Chester LA Fitness. very spacious, a movement space for you to do all your work, and have all equipment to hit every part of your body. and also their basketball court wasn't too hot and wasn't too cold.

Terrific gym at a reasonable price. Lots to enjoy for the experienced workout person as well as the starter looking to make positive changes in their life. The facility is very clean with a broader range of options (e.g. racquet ball, basketball, classes, etc.) than traditional gyms. Lastly, lots of knowledgeable workers and members for those looking to tap into a like-minded / local fitness community.

What an amazing time already spent here at West Chesters LA FITNESS. Not only do they make you feel like part of the community, but the equipment is top tier. I love their pool!! 5 stars!!!

My salesman Jake was very polite and helpful through my sign up process. Answered all my questions and was extremely nice and personable. 5 star service overall.

Celeste Dragwa Affordable, and convenient times. The gymnastics program is like our daughter's second home/family. She started in the mommy and me class and now many years later is on the competitive team. We're so happy she has a safe place to grow in the sport. The ninja program allows our son to challenge himself & gives him a safe place to hang and climb other than our house walls.

Wonderful sport! Clean and beautiful facility. Excellent equipment variety in the weight room. All that you would want a Y to be

OLY used to have a pool many years ago. There are 4 other locations (one is 10 minutes away) that does have 3 indoor pools. Where OLY's pool was is a gymnastics room and program that has won COUNTLESS metals, rewards, and championships! No other YMCA in Chester County offers this program at the price they do! Yes, OLY's gym is often very busy, but OLY was originally called the Youth Program Center, and still is a location dedicated to our youth and their growth. Hours are limited due to them accommodating for youth programs, but it's only 2 hours shorter than the other branches in the association. The staff are amazing - from the "foot people" at the front desk to the Leadership team. They truly care about the children and it shows! Every year something changes for the better. Their wellness center has been getting some much needed TLC all 2023 and now new cardio equipment in 2024! I have only seen great things about the Oscar Lasko YMCA. I'm so proud to be a member.

Great gymnastics space, renovated in the last couple of years. Parents have a comfortable waiting room and ample view of the kids throughout the entire class. Program is well priced and most importantly, my kids really love it!

My Daughter started doing gymnastics at Oscar Lasko YMCA in West Chester when she was 6 years old. She is now 11 and a Level 5 gymnast on the Gymcat Competitive Team and has also participated in the Gymnastics summer camps here. I honestly can't say enough about how amazing the coaches and the program are. They are so supportive and help guide and encourage them to be the best they can be. The Y Gymnastics Team has become a second family for my Daughter. We live about 25 miles away and could have chosen closer programs for her, but hands-down this has been the best experience with the best group of coaches/teammates/parents, that I couldn't imagine her anywhere else! I would HIGHLY recommend!

Our family has paid full price for a membership every month for several years, including through the pandemic, when fewer facilities were available for understandable reasons. We have gotten less and less for our money as time goes on. Plus the YMCA summer camps we've sent my son to cost more, and provide fewer planned activities and less supervision, than other summer day camps he has attended over the years. First the outdoor pool at Lionville, which is one of the main reasons we joined, was only accessible with an extra charge. Then the outdoor pool at Lionville closed permanently, but fortunately our membership still included outdoor pools at other branches. The last straw was today when I brought my son's friend to the outdoor pool at West Chester and learned that he could not use the outdoor pool as part of one of the guest passes included in our membership. This would cost $25 and would only cover one day. I had asked about this specific scenario at the Lionville branch and was told he'd be covered by one of our guest passes. I paid the $25 but my husband and I have decided not to renew our membership after this. We can no longer justify the nickel and diming and diminishing benefits of membership.

We were erroneously billed for over a year of membership ($500+). Following my son's completion of a class, I had a conversation with the front desk about cancellation. Subsequently, I checked online and confirmed that my account had no membership. However, they sneakily placed the membership under my child's account (not actually accessible by my child), which was not visible under the parent account. We had assumed the membership had been cancelled, and have been billed monthly ever since. We only recently discovered this, not from the online account (as no membership was listed), but from my credit card statement. The only way I could then infer on the website that we had a membership was because it would not allow me to remove my credit card information (as it was "linked" to an account). Very sneaky practices, and not the way to treat what they refer to as their "valued" customers, especially minors.

The indoor pool is heated, which my son really likes. The locker rooms are clean. We also like that all of the local y's are working together, so when you become a member at one, you can get into any of them. We wish the outdoor pool in West Chester was more affordable, but it is worth it if you go often. Summer camps are also worth going to - there are a lot of fun themes and activities.

I am so frustrated with this location! They told me that the membership that i have with ymca is not valid for this location. How is this possible. Every single Ymca accept the membership from my insurance , but this location accepts the membership from my insurance only if i am more than 65 years old and only if i use only the indoor facility. What does it mean? What about the parking lot, i should pay for the parking lot because is outdoor the facility??? This is the weirdest thing that i have ever heard. Why my insurance told me that i can use EVERY benefit of the membership on EVERY location of the YMCA , and now this location tell me that i can use only the indoor facility and not outside the facility.

Only place within a 50mile diameter that has an array of eGym machines. Top notch!

We made a group reservation for 14 people. We signed our waivers in advance and we were able to get right into warming up. Afterwards, we did an obstacle course, played tug of war, played dodgeball, and then explored the trampolines and other obstacles. The rolling dice and monkey bar obstacles were the easiest and I highly recommend them for beginners. The staff was awesome, Big Alex did a great job guiding us. Even though they are used to younger kids, they made it an awesome time for a group of 30 year olds.

Me and my sons 1st time here and it was amazing. My son is 8yrs and loved everything about Icore fitness. Everyone was super friendly and nice. The instructors are so decent. Great environment and nice atmosphere. My son smile and his reaction and how happy he is was everything. The hour drive up and back home was well worth it

Really fun gym. Foam pits by the giant trampolines. All sorts of Ninja Warrior training equipment. We put our son (9 years old) in a week long summer camp and he loved it. He came home so excited each day and was no trouble going to sleep at night. They wear them out while having a blast. Great staff!

iCore is great for birthday parties. We just had our 11-year-old's party there over the weekend. Our kids were fans after attending other parties and open gym hours there. We had a dozen kids exhausted after the two hours, and all wanted to stay for more. The coaches are high-energy and great kids, leading them from activity to activity to free time. It was nice to have a couple sets of eyes watching all the children the entire time we were there. The parties have pizza and drinks included, so all we had to do was bring cupcakes. I'd highly recommend iCore to anyone considering it.

This is the most exciting Gym I ever been, the owner is a good human being, it make you feel great to know you are dealing with some one who cares and enjoy his job. Definitely is worth it to be part of this amazing place, I encourage any one any age to be part of any of the programs available , schools, camps, you name it, you get lot of options, my kids have join it, and they have enjoy everything they have. I highly recommend it. 🙌🫶👍🫡

Loved my first class so much I signed up for 20 more! I was really skeptical about orange theory but this place was great, the staff was friendly and the class was surprisingly fun (and challenging). Can’t wait to come back!

The coaches are awesome! They make it fun to work out and motivate you to improve! The facilities are the best I’ve been to.

I’ve been coming here for almost two years and It’s been one of the highlights of my week. There are class times to fit all schedules. The front desk staff are great. The coaches are amazing, Chris and Krysta are a few of my favorites. The music is always great to keep you moving. The classes are never boring and focus on different things each time. They provide modifications when needed. The app is easy to use to schedule and keep track of your progress. They keep the gym very clean and organized. I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun way to stay in shape.

I remember when I was thinking of joining a year ago and saw reviews like “OTF changed my life” I thought it was a bit dramatic. Now I can tell you how true that statement is. Not only are the workouts awesome, all the coaches, staff and members are the best group of people I have met in a long time. I was new to the area and needed a workout to keep me motivated, and also meet new people. Not only am I in phenomenal shape, but I met lifelong friends here. Couldn’t recommend OTF in West Chester enough!

Going to Orangetheory has been life changing for me to reach my personal fitness goals. The trainers are amazing, the facilities are very clean & functional, the class times are convenient, the classes are always different, and the atmosphere is great. Additionally, the locations are great to give me the ability to visit other locations when I travel for work.

A clean, comfortable environment with great lifting equipment and training plans personalised to you. Maria is my trainer and she is absolutely amazing! She is personable, positive, pays great attention to form and is overall just a really great trainer!! The founder, Ryan, is also very kind and is attentive to each persons needs, making adjustments or suggestions where he sees fit. Was definitely intimidated going in my first session but I just signed up for 6 more sessions with them, would definitely recommend for all levels (including beginners!) Lots of other positive and inclusive women apart of the community as well which really contributes to the comfortable vibe :)

I can’t say enough great stuff about everyone at West Chester Weightlifting ! From the moment that I started working out there I have had the best experiences. All of the trainers there are knowledgeable , positive, and want the best for you. Ryan is an awesome person! He takes his time and thoroughly explains every exercise to you and gives you positive feed back! I will continue to work out with West Chester Weightlifting , it is the best gym by far that I have been too!

I have been lifting with Kristin, Ryan and the crew here since August. I’ve already seen so much progress! The environment is very supportive and the staff are all very knowledgable. These are highly technical movements but I feel safe being guided through them with the expertise here. You should definitely give it a try. I have had chronic pain issues that have since disappeared. I have a much easier time sitting all day at my desk job. Seriously, if you’re on the fence, invest in yourself - Weightlifting changes lives!

From dipping your toes into lifting to being an experienced lifter, if you’re in the area check out WC weightlifting. I come from a CrossFit background and Ryan has been amazing helping me fine tune my lifts and offer some great advice. Great community feel, great gym and highly recommend checking them out!

6 years ago I lost over 100 pounds but I never did strength training or improved my balance or mobility. I still moved like I was obese. Recently I took a chance and decided to get out of my comfort zone and started with a beginner session at West Chester Weightlifting and I love it! They met me where I was (very beginner) and they encouraged me and pushed me when needed. I feel stronger physically and mentally. My balance and mobility improved too. If you are a beginner and considering strength training I highly recommend WC Weightlifting.

I love this gym and will continue to go here for years ahead!! I’ve been going for a little less than a year now and have definitely seen improvements in my game! My trainers have pushed me really hard and have showed me determination. They help me out by showing proper form and customizing my workouts for areas of improvement. I have been very pleased with my experiences at Power Train and completely recommend going here. Everyone is super nice and supportive!!

Jason and Messiah are two amazing trainers. I have been going there since November. They are very Knowledgeable, motivating, inspiring and have great work ethic. I’ve been going there since November and I am not bored because they switch up my workouts Weekly. They know how to push me in a positive way to work harder. They are absolutely well respected by everyone that work out there. It’s a great atmosphere. Very happy to be a part of Power train.

Two and a half years ago, I timidly walked into Power Train. In my 60+ years, I had never worked out at a gym but Jason was very encouraging and worked with me to set up a plan to reach my goal (to look good for my daughter’s wedding). The team at Power Train helped me not only to reach my goal but also to realize the importance of fitness. Although I am usually working out surrounded by young athletes, this is definitely a welcoming, non-judgmental zone and I always feel comfortable. The trainers always take time to make sure I’m doing things correctly and motivate me to work harder. I actually look forward to my workouts now. Thank you Jason, Andre and Mesiah!

Jason and Messiah have been working with me for a short while now and I 100% recommend signing up. I have some anxiety when it comes to stepping foot in a gym and figuring out what to do and how to push myself, but they’ve made it easy to get back into the swing of things after my gymnastics retirement. Jason especially knows my limits and is willing to alter the workouts, without giving me the opportunity to slack off. The atmosphere at power training is comparable to the feeling of being on a team, which is what I miss the most from gymnastics. Having each other’s best interest at mind is what I find most important when it comes to a client and trainer’s relationship. Power training does an amazing job at doing just that.

I started my journey at Power Train nearly 2 years ago and I must admit it is one of the best investments in myself I have ever made. Jason Mesiah and Andre are all amazing trainers. The energy is always there, the workouts are all extremely beneficial to each individual, they always push you to new limits you wouldn’t reach on your own. I have seen my body transform drastically since I started here. I would honestly recommend anyone looking to take a life changing step as far as fitness to train at this Power Train. Athlete or not the environment is very positive and everyone works very hard to accomplish their fitness goals. THIS IS THE BEST GYM IN WEST CHESTER.

When I decided to join B.O.B, I'd been searching for a gym for a while. My membership at LA Fitness wasn't providing what I wanted anymore. I was looking for a place that held me accountable AND motivated me. I also wanted more of a one on one, small community that helped each other. I found that in B.O.B. So happy I joined. Its only been about 6mos and I'm looking forward to my future progress. As Bobby told me, it's not about the number on scale! For me, it's about getting healthier and stronger. I feel that in my every day life. 🤗🤗

My experience with BOB has changed my life. Seriously! Prior to joining, I was working 13-14 hour days during the week (still am) and I would wake up early in the morning and my entire body would ache. I felt so tired and lethargic that I almost didn't want to get out of bed. I would come home from work and do little in the way of activities. I would tie my shoes in the morning, and just by doing that, I would throw out my back for days. Going to the gym or working out was not something on the top of my list of things to do in the little spare time that I had. In December 2023, I decided (actually my wife did) I needed to make a change. That is when I joined BOB. Between the daily programs that they put together, the smallish class size and the encouragement given to each individual, I am now able to tie my shoes without throwing my back out! In all seriousness, after one year of being at BOB, I am a different person health-wise. In the morning, I don't feel like I can't get out of bed, I have some more energy now and my body feels stronger, especially my back. I haven't had a back issue in months. On top of the amazing daily programs, the entire Staff at BOB has created a family style atmosphere. Between contests, weekly/monthly events and someone reaching out to check on you on occasion, BOB is really a special place. So for all of you that are like me and think you don't have the time to take care of yourself, are nervous about what to expect, or embarrassed because of what you haven't done for yourself, health-wise, you need to reach out to the amazing people at BOB.

Can't say enough great things about BOB! Since beginning in late August I've trained consistently twice a week and feel so much stronger. The staff are patient, helpful and so supportive. I need to call out Nick April - he not only shows me how to model the correct form but tells me why it's important. This is also a fun place to work out - great music, camaraderie and laughs! If you're looking for small group training with individual attention and support in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment this is the place. So glad I joined - thank you BOB!

I’ve been going to Bent On Better for a few months after checking out other area trainers/gyms. I decided to go with B.O.B. for a number of reasons. The space is a lot more intimate than the other gyms I looked at, so less distractions which is important to me. The classes are deliberately kept small so the trainers can focus on you, and the trainers are ALL enthusiastic, encouraging snd extremely knowledgeable about physical fitness and training. I have lower back and knee issues and I credit the B.O.B. trainers with keeping me injury free for going on 3 months. All in all, if you’re a senior like me looking to get fit this is the place for you!

Matt, and the team at Bent On Better are some of the best in the fitness industry. A couple of things you’ll get by training at Bent On Better are 1. Contact with high quality humans 2. Workouts that actually work 3. A genuine care for your success. Do yourself a favor and contact Bent On Better for your fitness needs.

What a great place . Very friendly staff. I had an hour and half massage by Leah, and it was great. She was very attentive to areas of my concern. I will definitely be going back.

Just left my first massage with Eugenia… wow!! I’ve been having trouble with my calves and ankles for a long time and she literally fixed me in an hour! I could not do a squat when I walked in but could when I left. Amazing!! Highly recommend.

I have been a client of OM for years and have always had a fantastic experience. My teen recently had her second “pediatric massage” with Mollie. I can’t recommend this experience enough for those looking to give their active teen’s muscles and mind some relief. Mollie exhibited the epitome of consent. She explained beforehand thoroughly how the experience would proceed, made sure that my teen was comfortable with which body parts would and wouldn’t be touched (and that they could change their mind mid-massage), allowed them to wear the amount of clothing they were comfortable with, and even allowed them to choose their favorite music for the experience. I, as my teen’s parent, was required to be present for the whole massage which was also a comfort. All over it was a wonderful experience for my teen and a standard of care I know she will expect going forward in life.

I recently attended Fall Into Self-Care: A Yoga & Massage Experience. It was a 90 min bliss with restorative poses with hands-on stretching. I left feeling completely relaxed and slept well. Highly recommend this experience!

Both Chasity and Laura are amazing! Chasity is fantastic for therapeutic massages, but if you need a deep tissue sports massage, Laura is the absolute best. Highly recommend!

Wonderful, welcoming gym that provides a great mix of teammates to roll with. Chris and the other black belts are very patient with newer students but also provide a challenging environment for more advanced ones. Competition is encouraged and supported but not required. The Cassidy brothers also have a solid Muay Thai program for those who want to learn striking. Highly recommend.

Alliance is amazing. Chris is an excellent and a patient teacher with the kids. He teaches them proper techniques as well as how to handle themselves outside the gym so they can be prepared for real-life situations. Also whether it is Shannon or another helper they have plenty of experienced adults helping Chris.

Wonderful place to train! Chris is excellent and always has a great and structured program. The other teachers are excellent too, and overall one of the most welcoming environments I've seen in a gym. Would recommend this place for anyone to go.

Absolutely loved this place. They are always welcoming of people regardless of background. I'd say this is the place you want to go to learn; the classes are perfect for those who have never tried BJJ and the experienced folks alike. You'll be challenged but will definitely meet a great variety of folks who are willing to chat/share their experiences. If you've been curious about it but have some doubts or anxiety about it, you should definitely give it a try ! Furthermore, they conduct business in a very professional manner. I look forward to returning in the future !

I walked in to the academy 3 years ago and never looked back. I was instantly addicted to the sport and training. The members are all great and helpful and now have become brothers and sisters. If you want to learn Jiu Jitsu, self defense, get fit, and change your life this is the place to do it!!