Best Gyms with Free Weights near Princeton, New-jersey

Really good gym, well maintained, neat and clean. Good equipment to use. They have separate sections for cardio, strength training and stretching. Staff is polite and well behaved. Location is good, on the main road in Skillman.

It's small, but it has just everything you need to get a good workout. It's always clean, and the members are respectful of others, i.e., they wipe the equipment and return the weights to the rack after use. I love the signs posted around the main room with the free weights and machines (see photos). I only wish the TVs over the treadmills would work. The front desk staff are friendly, helpful, and always willing to change the music to my favorite --- 70's rock n roll 😉 The friendly factor of the front desk has improved dramatically since Clarinda has come on board as a manager. She is great! Irvin is also a great addition to the front desk staff. He always has a smile and a friendly greeting when I check in.😀

I love the non fluff gym. Though basic, it meets the needs of a serious workout. Though small, it has all the necessary equipment, which never gets too crowded. I have never waited for equipment. Friendly staff and clean environment and affordable.

Update after weeks going: it's still as clean as I saw it on the first day, which is a delight and already with that I'm sold in comparison to other gyms I've been to, including major chains. Karen is super helpful and nice. She is a star of the gym. Besides this, it's been great to see that whenever I go there is enough machines to do my workout. The few times there was another person, they were consious and shared the machine, taking turns between series and rests. So this has also been refreshing in comparison to other gyms where they appropriate machines (resting in them even), until they are done. The rooms they have for non-machine workouts have been always available as well to stretch (also great in comparison to other gyms, where sometimes there are so many classes, that you don't have where to stretch) Initial review: Clean, friendly and no hard annoying sales like in other gyms. Small but there is enough machines for the people going. I've never have had to wait.

Small low maintained gym, without enough ventilation for cold/flu season. Most equipments are broken. Adjusting tools requires professional training or help from front desk otherwise there are safety concerns. TVs never work. I don’t recommend this place.

I’ve been a member of several gyms over the years, but the experience at this brand new Planet Fitness has been exceptional. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the professionalism and operational excellence of the entire team. Anthony, Gabi, Natalie, Brandon, and Justin truly go above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. Whether it’s keeping the equipment clean, ensuring a welcoming environment, or providing excellent customer service, they consistently exceed expectations. Anthony’s leadership is clear in how organized and efficient the gym is, and Gabi always greets members with a smile that makes you feel right at home. Natalie, Brandon, and Justin are always ready to assist, making sure members have everything they need for a great workout. It’s clear that this Planet Fitness prioritizes member satisfaction, and with a team like this, it’s easily the best gym experience I’ve had. Highly recommend!

UPDATING MY REVIEW: I would like to know what do they use in the spray bottles bc they don't smell like cleaning agent. When we spray in the machines to wipe, they behave like pure water. If we spray water in the machines to clean before and after the exercise, we're just spreading our and other's sweat in the surfaces. Could we have a good smelling cleaning in the spray bottles, please? At Plainsboro, where I usually go, their sprays have cleaning agent and I feel much more comfortable with that. *********** First impression is positive!!! The area is huge and machines are brand new!!! Another positive point is the lockers are built in a way that we have multiple seats to change clothes and showers have doors (better than the curtains) with a closed discreet area with doors to get dressed just in front of the showers! I was missing this improvement at Plainsboro, since we don't have anywhere to put our clothes to get dressed and we have to go back to the open area of the lockers to do that. First impression gets 5 stars!!!!!

Unfortunately I do not know the name of the young lady who works behind the desk at times. She is rude, does not greet people, barely speaks and appears to always have an attitude every time I have dealt with her to use the amenities. There is another woman who works there who is the complete opposite. Very friendly and personable and makes you feel welcomed. I’d love the opportunity to speak with the owner/manager. Thank you.

Not all Planet Fitness gyms are made equal and that’s why I choose to drive 15 minutes instead of just 5 minutes to the closer PF. I love PF Princeton. But recent sad news about a Planet Fitness franchise has made me value the Princeton PF even more. In addition to being cheerful, and friendly, and responsive, Anthony and his team do a stand up job maintaining the gym. I see them consistently cleaning and checking each machine and checking all the rooms before closing. Great job! I appreciate you guys! Oh, I also appreciate that the franchise owner added one more pec fly/rear delt machine so people don’t need to wait for it so much. Thank you to you, too!

Cancellation policy is not customer friendly. One can sign up online easily but for cancellation they want one to come to the club and give a hand written letter with signatures. When you don't need physical sign to open an account why you need it to cancel. Totally not user friendly. In this digital agem they are making it tough for users to cancel. I was thinking of going back next year but now won't be.