Best Gyms with Free Weights near New-york, New-york

Reluctant being a member here - they can be rude and unhelpful. Sometimes they’ll clean the showers during peak hours so I have to wait 15-20 minutes to use it. Today they had 0 towels and didn’t send an email notice or mention as you walk in. I didn’t have time to go home and shower so I was forced to air dry and couldn’t use the steam room either. They also didn’t even apologize for the inconvenience. If you’re paying $100+ you expect common decency and to get basic needs met.

I got a free day pass to use the gym from an ad for Crunch Gym 81st street and decided to check it out the next day. When I arrived, a rude guy at the front desk without looking at me (he was just using his phone all the time) told me I should have scheduled a date to use the pass—something that was never mentioned when I received the email confirming my day pass I scheduled a time to use my free day pass with the manager at Crunch Gym. After arriving and waiting a few minutes for him to check my ID, I was told I still couldn’t work out. Instead, they spent the entire time trying to sell me a membership, insisting that I had to sign up if I wanted to use the facilities. I explained that we wanted to work out first, as I was doing a gym tour to decide which gym to join. He said that I have been there before couple months ago with a friend and he couldn’t allowed me to work out. Ok so what’s the purpose of a free day pass? This completely defeats the idea of trying the gym before committing and feels like a scam. Because while I’ve visited (more than 7 months ago) I’ve never used a free day pass—nor has my sister, who hasn’t been to the gym at all. Thankfully, one friendly front desk employee offered me a discount on a day pass and allowed my sister to use her free pass. I was genuinely interested in trying the gym before committing, but the experience left me feeling misled and frustrated. Be cautious of their advertising—it’s just a sales tactic.

I love group classes, I think it's time to update the mats for training. And the most important point, why is it so difficult to separate the area for yoga, it is impossible to concentrate because you can hear the music (loudly) from the gym. Put a glass door there, not glass, anything. It really prevents you from enjoying the training with good trainers.

The gym can get a bit crowded, but that’s to be expected. The trainers are really helpful, and the new front desk guy with the Jamaican accent is super friendly and good-looking. I believe his name is Adrian.

Had an amazing workout while in town, the front desk staff were really accommodating and friendly. Highly recommend the gym if you are looking to kick start your fitness journey.

A little outdated but decent lifting equipment. Swimming pool, basketball court, sauna e group classes make it worth the price. Bring your own yoga mat and towel!

Really love this Y. We’ve been coming here for 3 years now. Our child has been in the swim program and progressed from fearful to swimming on her own. Instructor are very efficient. They have the children progressing through all the skills and constantly moving. The swimming instructors are also very patient and kind. The Open Houses are good fun and all the staff are really wonderful.

DO NOT I REPEAT DO NOT JOIN THIS YMCA location. Ghetto! Ghetto! Ghetto! Steam room is always out of service. The pool lift is never working. Locker room #nasty homeless people hanging out in front.. The customer service is horrible. I wish I’ve chosen a different location. Corporate should make this location a homeless shelter. Ugh 😣 thank me later

I am only posting on the fitness area. I love the facility and the vibe. Weightroom is a bit cramped but people make it work. It’s in an awesome, historic part of Harlem.

Great stay with friendly staff. The rooms are small, but the bunk beds were neat and the room was clean. There are shared bathrooms, but those are clean as well. The key cards, however, worked whenever they wanted to, so that may be something that can be addressed. Otherwise great stay!

This location is TRASH! It’s a good day & find yourself lucky if the equipment works. No space to workout inside because they have been working or a warped floor for 2 years maybe. Ask McDonald’s for a McFlurry for 2 weeks straight to understand my experience with THIS gym location. I’ll add photos later this week.

No way this place has real 5 star reviews. Floor has been broken for 10 months, half the treadmills are broke, its 85 in the summer upstairs and currently 55 upstairs because its winter. They do absolutely everything they can to make you not want to be here as per the well known business model.

The temperature in this gym is unbearably hot, especially on the 2nd floor where all the cardio machines are. I spoke to front desk and Management doesn't do anything about it. Also, there are no gym wipes to wipe down equipment, just rolls of brown paper towels and "disinfecting spray" you're supposed to carry and bring back to every machine before and after use. Extremely inconvenient but very easy fixes that could make clients happy if addressed.

I have been going here for a few weeks now and have been enjoying my experience! I can't really speak about the weights since I just enjoy cardio, but I have NEVER had trouble finding a machine - no matter what time of day. There are more than enough cardio machines. Everything is clean and there are very few broken machines. There has always been enough paper towels/cleaning liquid. I wish they would install a proper water bottle filling machine, but still appreciate the water fountains that they currently have for filling up bottles. Overall, a great gym experience for a great price.

Have been coming to this location for 8+ years and today I was about to go to the treadmills and was not surprised that I saw someone with a dog on the treadmill, that’s the world we live in, where people only think about their wants and needs, my surprise was that when I went to ask the front desk staff about this dog being allowed inside the gym, someone else was already addressing this matter with the employee who did absolutely nothing but say that it’s New York City’s Law to allow what he called service dogs, I also have the right to workout in a not just judgement free zone but a pet free zone as well. Not everyone wants or can be around four legged animals, the two legged ones are inevitable. Very disappointing.

The owner truly doesn’t care for his clients. One of the elevator hasn’t been functioning for over a month and the door is locked which I think is a fire hazard because staff say the owner keeps the keys. With 1 elevator that is working they only allow 4 people in when the limit is 2,500 pounds, making us wait for over 10 mins to get in once the gym opens.. let me not mention the issues the gym has. An area has been having water issues for months, another area leaks whenever it rains! Owner truly doesn’t care! Go elsewhere. Do better! Giving it a few more weeks if not to planet fitness I go.. UPDATE 8/19/24: 1 elevator is still out of service . A handful of machines are out of services. Officially canceling my membership and going to PF.

- Always packed and weights will be scattered all over the place while the employees chitchat at the front desk. - The stairmasters (3 out of 5) have been broken for over a month and a half (if not longer) as of today. - They don’t have enough barbells for the number of squat racks and benches. How’s that even possible for a gym that stays this busy? - There’s been a leak or something going on with the men’s bathroom since last year and still to update or progress. Currently the issue has made one of the squat racks unusable as well as the ability to shower! Honestly, if there’s was any other gym in the area that wasn’t PF, I would ditch this place ASAP. I reached out to support for an update and of course the provided the most non-answer ever.

Worst gym I’ve ever had. Place is always packed making it take double the time to get the workout you want. Things break all the time and it takes forever to get it fixed. One of their elevators was out for months and if you go in the morning you have to wait to get in because there’s a line of people waiting to go upstairs. Machines are not fixed quickly either. Three of their stair machines have been out for weeks. Would have left months ago had I not been locked in a contract

Been going here for a year on and off when I’m in the area. Place is proof that you get what you pay for. This gym is always crowded. And lately more and more of their equipment is broken. The owner is either not bothering to reinvest in this place or he is not paying attention. There is a limited amount of cable machine attachments. Certainly not enough for every machine. I’ll jump on one of the cable machines as soon as it becomes available and then I’ll have to let it go because I’ll walk the entire room and can’t find it even one extra hand grip attachment. Also long wait times to get on machines because everybody’s busy on their phones or setting up tripods so they can record themselves. A Work out that should take me one hour end up taking me two hours.

If there were negative stars, I would use them. This company seems just as shady as any of the other conglomerates. They take advantage of the people who are barely getting by, while at the same time filing for bankruptcy. I lost my job last month and have been trying to have this bill cancelled (to avoid fees and debt) and they continue to tell me the same thing. It seems so unfair that they are unwilling to cancel my membership without penalty while simultaneously making the world known that THEY ARE FILING FOR BANKRUPTCY and selling their brand. This is one prime example of how the system screws the little man. I literally only used their premises twice in a 6 month period. Please find another place to exercise and get healthy!!! This company seems just like any other capitalist pig, who can care less about their customers. Never again.

can’t speak for every PF, but here Staff does their job well, and anything slowing them down (that one frozen TV, broken cardio machines) isn’t staffs fault. I always see them cleaning and maintaining things. Been here for 1.5 years or so and have had no negative experiences aside from a fellow patron maybe sitting on a machine for too long (which is just a thing in itself, haha)

I like it because it has a very good space for everyone to move around and it has changed my life a lot. Thank you for being a member of yours. I feel very proud of my body thanks to that gym.

I’m here almost everyday and am shocked how no one seems to pay any attention to the treadmills that aren’t working. It’s been weeks and more than 15 of them are not functioning, this has been the case for weeks. Not sure if it’s management or if management isn’t getting support from the corporate folks but something needs to be done, don’t be surprised if revenue goes down if this continues without a solution. Not to mention that some that do work are unstable and not leveled, causing the user to be unbalanced and potentially fall (an avoidable liability).

1. Very spacious and a wide variety of machines. 2. I'm able to get a good workout in on a time crunch. 3. The hours are flexible. 4. The staff is friendly and welcoming. 5. The gym is very clean.

My biggest complaint and the complaint of many others who’ve iv encountered in this gym is the use of the smith machines for training at this location. There are individuals who take it upon themselves to train others using all of the smith machines for HOURS. It is inconvenient to others and inconsiderate of our time. In the past I have had to wait 1 hour for 1 singular smith machine which people were lined up for because the other 3 were being used by a rotation of individuals being trained. I let the front desk know and they told me they understood but couldn’t do anything… isn’t this against the PF policy? I don’t understand.

I was a member of the Planet Fitness on 117th Street for a year. Unfortunately, there isn't a Planet Fitness close to my home now, so I had to join Blink Fitness on 116th Street. I'm writing this review to help others make an informed choice between gyms. Planet Fitness stands out for several reasons. First, they have an abundance of machines, so you never have to wait for your turn. There's always equipment available, which makes working out more convenient. The staff at Planet Fitness are exceptionally friendly, always greeting you with a warm smile. Additionally, the gym is consistently clean and well-maintained. I want to especially thank the staff at Planet Fitness for making my experience there so positive. Their friendliness and professionalism made every visit enjoyable In my experience, Planet Fitness is a much better option than Blink Fitness.

The best Gym ever The Staff its Very Respectful and Helpful respect 👐 I have 2 months Now when i enter the gym i feel like im in home

It’s cheap, yes. It’s also clean. And the staff really is nice and friendly. It’s also dangerously hot. (Hi, Planet Fitness, I am sure you’ll respond below that I can communicate my concerns to your friendly staff, as you’ve told dozens of other people commenting; maybe save yourself the time and address the problem instead). I’ve been coming here for nine months: anytime from 6am, to 10am, to 4pm, to 8pm. Invariably, the weight lifting section will be packed. In nine months of coming five times per week, I’ve been able to use one of the three Smith machines *at most* six times. Not to mention that one of them has been out of service for one week now. If you’re a weight lifter, this gym is simply not for you. (Weights only go up to 75lbs too, by the way, and you’ll be lucky if even those are not missing). The gym has 40 ellipticals and 42 treadmills. Not once have I seen even a third of them being used. Meanwhile, 70% of the patrons are packed into the corner where the weight lifting equipment is kept. I can’t wait for there to be more gym options in the neighborhood.

Great location but for a black card membership it’s not worth the price. Hydrobed has not been working for months, turns on then off and the wait for one of the two massage chairs takes forever. Please fix these issues because it’s not worth the black card membership without the amenities

I'd been going to this location for a while and really enjoyed myself. That was until one day they cut my lock off a locker. They have a rule that you can't leave your stuff in a locker overnight, which I understand. However, they are supposed to put your belongings in the front for you to retrieve them. When I asked the front desk staff about my gym bag I got a slew of different answers of what could of happened to my stuff. "Another member could have taken it", "If it's not up here then we don't have it", etc. The manager wasn't very cooperative at all. She said she could pull tapes to see who cut off the locks that night, but couldn't give me any information of what she found. Lol does that make sense?! One of staff actually said she DID see my bag at the front desk, but now it wasn't there. Conclusion being one of the other staff members stole my gym bag. Makes sense because it's a bunch of kids who there. They closed down the target because of the same theft. Not mad, just disappointed. The staff is really that downbad that they steal from members.

Best gym in the city! Great price for all of the amenities and an amazing loving staff.

I chose this gym because it’s a gym, a pool, a spa and a rock climbing facility in one! If you enjoy all these things it will save you so much money! The classes are great almost all included aside from some special ones. The rock climbing equipment is provided including shoes. I use the pool, hot tub, steam room and sauna to encourage myself to go to the gym more regularly. It’s a great motivator for me to treat myself with a spa day after a workout. They also clean the locker rooms and spa areas multiple times a day. You can pay a little extra to get a towel and a permanent locker.

I was a member at this gym and was harassed by the old ladies there. I was told by multiple Spanish speaking employees different information about the sauna and steam room policy. One told me I can’t wear this and the other told me I couldn’t wear that. It seemed the team was not unified on the policy and the Spanish speaking employees did not know how to approach guests about accusations made by members. The moment someone complains they would just believe the accuser without investigating to see if it were true or not. These memberships are not cheap so if they want to keep customers, they should respect and value each guest equally. Members were also accusing me of wearing shoes in the steam room when I wasn’t even wearing shoes. It affected my experience and I felt unwelcomed as a member. They need to loosen up and be accepting of people’s differences and this culture of bullying by miserable naked old ladies in the sauna and steam room needs to stop. They also need to improve their cleaning habits because despite my complaints, I still saw the same dirt stains in the showers. I cancelled my membership and joined the Blink fitness by my home. They don’t have a sauna or steam room but at least I am not being harassed and I’m saving a lot more money! At the end of the day it’s a nice gym for what it offers and it’s at a nice location but it has its challenges, especially on the woman’s side.

Very disappointed by customer service. I had sent an email which was not answered regarding ending membership, for only a couple of days gap essentially asking to have a month off since I was not using the gym after travelling abroad for over two months. They sent the bill immediately to collection and I received no emails notifying me of this. I had to call them repeatedly to get this fixed and received no apologies after over a year with this gym. Echo the experience of other people re quality of gym and diversity of things to do vs. price, but expecting better from customer service here.

I've been part of this club for a few years. I really enjoy it there. The people at the front desk are really friendly and nice. I love the vibe, especially the big pool where there's always enough room. The jacuzzis are big and relaxing too. It's a great place for me to work out. The club's location in HK is awesome, it's my favorite part of the city.🏙️

"I appreciate the welcoming atmosphere at Planet Fitness Manhattan (Dyckman St.). The staff is friendly and always willing to help, which makes me feel comfortable as I work out. The variety of equipment available allows me to diversify my workouts, and I love the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. Additionally, the 24/7 access is a huge plus, as it fits well with my schedule. Overall, it’s a great place to focus on my fitness goals!"

You will never be able to get a proper workout in. There are only four smith machines, which are in constant use. Nobody re-racks the weights, or puts dumbells back making it impossible to find the correct weights. Many people have the same complaints but nothing has been done to fix these issues. Roaches in the water fountain

I love the friendly staff, clean work out areas and quiet early mornings to work out. I just have one minor complaint. Once a machine is temporarily out of service, it is for a long time. I hope that changes soon.

The best and most friendliest staff ever is at the 225th St location in Riverdale; especially noteworthy for their kindness, professionalism and coolness are Loretta and Edward. The night shift at The PF on Dyckman, Jimmy and Luis are super cool, engaging and run a tight ship as well. This facility is immaculate thanks to Joseph Bruno and Luis et all.

the place is small and there is a great flow of people. the employees literally ignore you, they make their life !!! There are not many teams, therefore you have to wait. the cardio area is acceptable and there are almost no mirrors and the elevator sounds weird.

t’s really big, and I like the high ceilings, basketball courts, and rock climbing wall. The hot tub could be less green and hotter. The place really needs some TLC—it could be much cleaner. I mean, the 63rd Street location makes the 61st Street one look like a rundown subway station bathroom m.

I feel compelled to share my experience at Equinox on 61st Street, as I believe it’s important for potential members to be aware of the concerning conditions I encountered there. Despite the gym's ample space, it is in a state of neglect that raises serious health concerns. During my visits, I noticed significant mold growth in the men’s locker room, particularly on the carpet, which is alarming. Additionally, the steam room consistently emitted an unpleasant odor, making it an uncomfortable and potentially hazardous environment. Such conditions can pose health risks that should not be overlooked. I was a regular member for nearly three years, but as time went on, the unpleasantness of the gym became too much to bear. Since I stopped going, I’ve noticed a remarkable improvement in my health. I used to suffer from frequent urinary tract infections and ongoing sinus issues, both of which have vanished since I left the facility. Given these observations, I genuinely believe that Equinox on 61st Street should undergo a thorough inspection to address these issues. Health and safety should always come first, and I hope this review encourages others to consider their wellbeing when choosing a gym.

It’s really disgusting how pretty much all the men jumping in The Jacuzzi here do it in the gym shorts with no liner or just their Briefs! and don’t shower before entering and the attendant says nothing. It’s all the menwho are playing basketball too so they come in sweaty already, so disrespectful to the women here and the people who care about hygiene And the color of the jacuzzi water after prime basketball time is so dark and murky I feel like it’s a health hazard and I’m going to notify the health department cause this in unacceptable for a gym of this magnitude and Price. Not to mention the boiler is broken and they don’t notify the memeber via email or anything. half the time and the internet never works too. Just a real disappointment

I’m so torn with this place. Has so much more than other Equinox locations in the city (steam room AND sauna, expansive gym floor, roof “terrace”, pool, hot tub) but there is a difference between older design and woefully dated. This location is the latter. I understand that it is an enormous location with massive upkeep and renovation costs but this gym is begging to be gutted. The terrace is just an unfinished roof with chairs, bathroom/locker area is under maintained, and showers are straight out of a prison. The location/roof deck is fantastic but it’s calling out for a better gym!

This place is the pinnacle of gyms. It's eight stories tall with rooftop access to an amazing view. Also on the roof are lounge chairs and a cafe. Other amenities include: basketball and squash quarts, boxing, cycling, yoga, swimming pool, hot tub, dry sauna, steam sauna, and another cafe at the ground level. The gym also has an exceptional personal training staff. All of whom are well educated and certified.

Membership advisor in this location is rude and arrogant. The advisor Christine is rude and impatient, it cuts you when you trying to explain the process and rush you to hung up the phone without any interest in solving problem. I’m a little disappointed cuz the advisors at other locations are friendly and willing to help.

The Rockefeller centre is really cool. So much to do there. The top of the rock is very nice with friendly staff. 3 levels of viewing. The 80th, 86th and 102 floors. Being able to walk outside is nice and you get a 360 degree view of Manhattan.

Overall, Equinox attends to a certain clientele who appreciates loud, noisy techno/rap music and a "trendy" atmosphere. It is more about "see and bee seen"" than about the level os attention dedicated to patrons by staff. I definitely decided never to go there again after the blasé receptionist with a "I-could-not-care-less-attitude" told me that a DAILY pass to use the gym for about an hour would cost US$ 75. Are you guys crazy? Or are you extremely selective about avoiding daily customers by charging an unreal exorbitant fee? I did not feel welcome and I do not recommend it.

Nice gym , pretty big too Sauna is good as well and steam but they always change the lights it supposed to be a relaxing time for members now it they put this huge “concert” lights even if you close your eyes you still have this brightness in your eyes … besides that all ok

One of my favorite locations. I go early and it’s never too packed. I noticed so many equinox gyms don’t have much natural light so it’s nice to be in a place with lots of windows. The showers and steam rooms are very spacious, and there’s a food court, too! No tik tokers in there, either so it’s good to be in a room with serious lifters.

During my short stay in NYC, I decided to visit Equinox East 92nd to get a proper workout, and it certainly did not disappoint. The gym is well-equipped with top-of-the-line equipment that caters to all fitness needs. I was particularly impressed with the lowest level of the gym. The equipment selection here is outstanding, providing everything needed for a comprehensive workout. The lighting on this level is also perfect, creating an energizing and motivating atmosphere. Overall, Equinox East 92nd offers a premium fitness experience that’s hard to beat. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this gym is a fantastic choice for a great workout. Highly recommended!

I am a member with Equinox and honestly the gym membership is worth every single penny! The spa services, gym equipment, classes, and the Kiehl’s hair and body products are what sets this gym membership apart from other gyms. This staff and the impeccable cleanliness of each gym is amazing! Also, they have juice bars and if you ever need additional workout clothes some of the equinox have stores inside. If you sign up after reading this review use me as a referral! I recommend getting the destination package so you can enjoy amenities at the other gym. Trust me it’s worth every penny … start your membership today! You will not be sorry!

I have been an equinox member with access to all locations for a few years now, and I mostly love my membership. This was the first time I have been to this location, and it was just the worst experience for an equinox facility. One of the yoga instructors weirdly solicited their private classes to me, and to top of it off, someone swiped my AirPods after 5 minutes withy eyes off them. When I inquired about them at the front desk, a woman at the front desk was extremely rude to me. There was a guest yelling and cursing on the phone in the lounge area - it was wild. I will not be going back to this location.

Top tier equinox facility. I love their functional fitness floor. All their trainers are friendly, as is the front desk staff and all are very helpful. The cleaning staff does a great job at keeping it clean and well run. Management switches up the equipment location and removes equipment sometimes and doesn’t inform the trainers. I’ve messaged management asking abt this sometimes and they are not helpful and have been rude. Management aside, the staff and the people you see working here are wonderful.

very rude two staff members on fridays throws everyone off the gym floor to run a private class. they play obscenely loud music and have no respect for other members who are in mid-workout. They just throw everyone out. otherwise great gym and great staff

I have no recent experience to review. Why? Simple. I asked to have my membership canceled years ago yet SURPRISE, I'm still being charged random amounts every month. The individual who answered the phone around 8:30 this morning said that I owe hundreds of dollars because of fees, etc. and that I can call back when there's a manager on duty. 1) Are you insane? 2) Why is there no manager? The fact is you had no problem with my enrollment but when I request to terminate my membership, magically "oh, you never cancelled". It's laughable. To top it off, the staff are condescending and clearly aren't empowered to actually DO anything other than accept payments and check people in. The fact that these independently owned franchise locations are not supervised by corporate or supported by corporate customer service is ridiculous. I've had memberships at Crunch, Blink, Equinox and never had this issue. Yet the $20 gym is the one giving me a problem.

Used a free day pass to try out the gym. Equipment was great, wasn't super busy, and staff were very friendly. Unfortunately during my workout someone broke into my (locked) locker (locker #6 specifically), and stole the cash from my wallet. They left everything else, but the experience made me change my mind about getting a permanent membership.

There are classes listed on the site and in the app. I have signed up for 2 different classes and yet I have NEVER seen ANY classes being taught. I emailed the location to inquire about this and received no response. I didn't join PF for their classes- I would have stayed with Crunch (way better facilities btw- especially in Norwood). So my ultimate complaint is that if something is advertised and I am paying for that service, then I expect that service. If you don't have classes- then just say that and remove them from the site and app.

I'm disappointed that the gym in New York City doesn't offer 24-hour service. Because of this, I've decided to cancel my membership. It's not worth it to pay for a gym that doesn't prioritize its clients' needs. I hope others will join me in taking a stand. I've been a loyal Planet Fitness client since 2010, but now I'm considering switching to Blink, which offers 24/5 service in some locations in New York City

The building is in dire need of repairs- attached are photos of moldy or missing ceiling tiles with exposed wiring that have been untouched for months. When it's raining outside there are constant leaks, and in the summer months the air conditioning only works about half of the time. I gave two stars because most of the exercise equipment is working, but the gym really needs to either get these problems fixed or just move buildings. It really is health hazard at this point.