Best Gyms with Free Weights near South-gate, California

I have been flexible enough to attend this gym at all sorts of hours. For example, hours varying from 10 am, 3 pm, and 12 am. Within my experience of being there at different times of the day, and with being greeted by different faces and staff, I can assure everyone on this platform reading this that the best treatment is the N͟I͟G͟H͟T͟ staff. Specifically the staff after 11 pm. No other staff members have greeted me, listened to me, or made me feel as welcome as they have. As I am doing my workout, I visually see the staff members actively cleaning the gym, sweeping everywhere (or vacuuming), and organizing the equipment. As a black card member, they are the only team that make me feel I am getting my money's worth. With those hours being some of the only times where the gym is impeccable, the drinks are neatly organized, and the service machines (massage beds, etc) are well maintained. So with that being said, before the year ends (and I forget) I wanted to give the N͟I͟G͟H͟T͟ staff a huge shoutout. Thanks for all you guys do.

Staff at this location have been received and helpful with all questions I've had regarding my membership benefits. Also despite most regards about planet fitness, compared to other gyms, I've felt more secure, confident, and relaxed working out at planet fitness. Other gyms I felt uncomfortable, but at this location I felt safe and energized.

Best planet fitness in SoCal. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I was having issues with my membership and the staff took their time to help me troubleshoot the issue.. unlike the planet fitness in Downey who straight up just denied me entry and had an awful attitude About it… the South Gate location was the total opposite. They actually took the time to help me every step of the way to help resolve my issue and it didn’t even take more than 5 min. I was granted access and my account membership was updated and restored. Not only is the staff very polite and professional, the place is also very well kept and maintained. The entirety of the changing rooms are also clean.. from the showers to the restrooms to the changing rooms. Seems like they have a staff member checking in on The changing rooms every 10-15 min. Very clean. Definitely would recommend visiting this location. Special shoutout to Alejandro, David, Omar and Michelle who go above and beyond and deliver exceptional customer service. Overall great experience.

Machines are limited, there are more treadmills and elliptical machines than others. Also, there are 4 bench press machines that are always busy, usually users take forever either meditating on life, chatting away with others and/or browsing away on their phone while undermining those on the side waiting. Some get bothered when asked on remaining reps, with no chance for me to build a sexy body! No, in all seriousness, maybe put time limits on these machines to give everyone a fair chance or make space by getting rid of elliptical and bring 2-4 more.. They also need more leg extension machines.

I never liked or cared for the gym but now I do i feel comfortable and the PF team are very kind. Area is also very clean.

I called and asked if the indoor basketball courts were open to play, and they said yes, first come, first serve. But when we arrived at the park, the girl at the front desk told us each had to pay $5 dollars per adult and $4 dollars for teens. They have 2 courts, and 4 teams were playing. It was at least 10 adults waiting to play. It was not guaranteed to play. My husband and I were just here to watch my teen son, and they wanted us to pay to watch.

The restrooms need to be clean. In the gym, the mats are so old. They had those a long time ago, its disgusting. As a positive point, the group classes are excellent.

Vending machine in the gym stole my 2 bucks. As much as it had a sign saying “no cash” it was on the side of the vending machine making it not visible to me and my friend. The vending machines should not just except card especially as a high-school student most people at the local high school don’t have the privilege to have a credit card. The people working told us they couldn’t do anything just call the number on the vending machine but they should’ve had the sign more visible to people and could’ve covered the cash dispenser giving others the know of it not working.The worker didn’t even offer to help or talk to the number.

That place us good for families.

I believe in a fairness when forming these reviews. The South Gate Park Sporting Center is a unique area upon entering. Staff do not seem interested in who enters the building, rather seem more focus in thier own conversations. When approaching the gym you notice two areas. One for free wieghts and another for all other activities. It's insane having so much equipment in a tiny room; movement is a challenge. There are no fountains nearby, the equipment is left to be clean depending on the person who used it previously. The people are respectful, and for that I am grateful. But when signin up for a membership I notice they prefer to hold the customers card. A red flag on my end, but nevertheless if my account shows any signs of suspicious activity I will most definitely file a lawsuit. Pros: Respectful people, equipment is all functional Cons: Dirty equipment, limited space