Best Gyms with Functional Training Equipment near Mt-laurel-township, New-jersey

I am absolutely baffled. I cannot believe I can't wear my shoes into Ymca anymore. My shoes! The ones with the intricate lacing system, the ones that cradle my feet in their soft, closed-toe embrace. Do you know how long it took me to find these shoes? The perfect shade of brown, the ideal weight, the way they hug my heels and support my arches... it was a match made in heaven. These aren't just any shoes. They're a statement, a work of art. The laces, woven in a [pattern], tell a story of craftsmanship and dedication. The closed-toe design, a testament to timeless elegance and practicality. The very shape of the shoe, sculpted to perfectly complement the human foot, a marvel of engineering. And now, I'm told they're not welcome? That they violate some new, arbitrary policy? I demand an explanation! For 6 long and glorious years these shoes carried me to the finishline of my workout. From entering into the facility and greeting staff to sitting on the machines checking my phone these shoes were there for me. The acting figurehead having served a 2 and a half year tenure has never ones in over 700 days looked down as my footware and observed the pinnacle of human engineering and deemed it unsatisfactory for lifting weights. The earth has rotated around our sun twice and in that time span we have put a rover on the surface of Mars. Along with launching the James Webb telescope into space and setting it to orbit the sun at the Lagrange point around 1 million miles from earth observing the center of our known universe, but we were unable to observe the shoes of a daily patron who shows up for around 30 to 40 minutes a day, 5 days a week. It's like waking up one day and being told your car is now a bicycle. What about these shoes is suddenly so offensive? Is it the laces? Are they too intricate? Too suggestive? Do they pose a tripping hazard? If so, I'm willing to sign a waiver. Is it the closed-toe design? Does it evoke too much formality? Too much sophistication? I assure you, I've seen people wear far more ostentatious footwear in this establishment. Is it the weight? Are my shoes too substantial? Too grounded? Do they threaten to disrupt the delicate balance of the universe? If so, we may need to reevaluate the cosmic power structure But the most infuriating part? They claim my shoes aren't "athletic." Athletic? These shoes? Have they ever seen an athletic shoe? Do they think all shoes that aren't made of mesh with a memory foam sole aren't meant for running marathons? And to add insult to injury, my shoes were called shitkickers at first but when challenged said she actually said "boondocks." Boondocks? I had to look it up, and apparently, it's slang for uncivilized and unsophisticated! How can anyone look at these meticulously crafted shoes, with their hand-stitched, premium grade leather and deem them uncivilized? It's like calling a symphony orchestra a garage band! I've tried to get a straight answer. I've asked the staff, "What exactly defines an athletic shoe in your eyes?" But they just stonewall me. They refuse to answer, hiding behind vague, broad statements. It's like they're deliberately trying to keep me in the dark. I implore you, reconsider this absurd policy. My shoes have done nothing to deserve this exile. They're comfortable, stylish, and perfectly safe. They're an extension of my personality, a reflection of my soul. Don't rob me of my right to express myself through my footwear. Let my shoes in!

I obtained my membership to the Y in late April with my husband and a friend. We took Kathleen's Silver and Fit class on our first week. We entered the class not knowing the protocol about what equipment to pick up and where to stand or sit. We were greeted with a very unfriendly older women that sneered and talked about us as being the new people. Needless to say this was very upsetting to us as we were looking forward to having a positive experience. Once we started learning the ropes so to speak we became more comfortable. I now make it a point to help out new members. Kathleen is a wonderful instructor and love attending her Monday and Wednesday classes. I will say that the class is extremely crowded and often there are not enough chairs and equipment to go around (no-fault to Kathy). I would like to see the Y purchased new equipment and if possible add another class in the early evening, I feel that as a new member there should be a staff member walk you around and talk to you about the classes offered and how to use the equipment before you start. The YMCA is a wonderful and affordable place to work out and socialize. Please consider doing some renovations as the facility is looking a little out- dated and run down. Please feel free to reach out to me should you want to speak with me. Thank you, Lynn and John Gavin

The staff at YMCA were great. Very nice and professional. My daughter really enjoyed her time at the Y for the couple weeks she was there. She was sent home with crafts and art work and enjoyed swimming two times during the week. Great option if you're looking for a camp for your kids and their drop off pick up times were very convenient

I went to the club today for lap swimming, according to the schedule, there are 2 lanes available from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Unfortunately, the lanes were given away for private use without advanced notice. There is no respect to the member benefit. The excuse goven was "Oops, we forgot to update the schedule"

Joining the y meets on my needs and my husband's needs very good place to do exercising and much more

Very nice facility. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Definitely will take advantage of the golf simulator

Great facility and location. Nice simulators and staff is friendly.

Energy here is always great!! I love coming in to get a great workout and having trainers who care about form. They always push you harder and make you get the most out of a workout! Ross and Alex are great trainers along with everyone else in the gym. And Christian is the best baseball instructor around!! 100% would recommend.

Escape is hands down the best gym in which I’ve worked out. The trainers are all qualified and attentive. The equipment is kept clean. The feel of Escape is very much like the bar in Cheers - “Where everybody knows your name.” Could not recommend more. Great for both casual gym goers and athletes alike.

My husband had $500 in credit for golf lessons. Turns out the golf company was acquired by Athletic Republic Escape. He tried to schedule a lessons today and they advised him “they had no record of the credit” and instead informed him they can offer him discounted golf lessons as a courtesy. Awful customer service and very unethical. Any righteous company would honor this credit as they don’t want to ruin their name and want to keep their clients happy. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!

I am very pleased with my Planet Fitness, Mt. Laurel, NJ. I have never been a member of any fitness center but I’m happy I joined. I’ve recently had some health issues. Now on the mend and am totally happy with how Matt and Maddy are keeping this gym so spotless. The whole staff is very nice and helpful, never disrespectful towards anyone. I was nervous about joining at my age but their compassion and caring make it easy. The facility is so clean and the atmosphere is the most positive I’ve ever been around. I highly recommend this facility to anyone who may be considering joining! The best place and the best people!

I have been going to Planet Fitness in Mt. Laurel, NJ since it before the Pandemic. It closed and when it reopened I rejoined. Management and staff members are wonderful They are courteous, respectful, friendly and above caring of their members. The staff is constantly cleaning and wiping down the machines. Anyone who says nasty things about Mt Laurel Planet Fitness is either a nasty person themselves or don't like themselves and have the opinion everyone is like them. I give Planet Fitness a score 10 stars not Five.

My first time here and I felt very comfortable and the staff was very helpful and polite. The building was clean and smelling good.

Been going to this gym since 2019 and it’s been going downhill these past couple years. The gym is relatively clean but the mirrors are always dirty. The main reason I’m giving a three star rating is because of the staff, particularly the morning crew. There was a line outside the door this morning at 5am because the staff never showed up it was 5:30 and still no show. Ended up going to another planet fitness instead because I have the black card membership but what about the members who just had to go home because staff didn’t show up. Really hope this gym can turn it around and make it a better experience.

A Subpar Experience at This Planet Fitness Location. I am submitting this as a personal request for corporate to launch a thorough investigation into the treatment of customers by the management and staff at this establishment. This location urgently requires an in-depth review of its management practices, and here’s a clear example of why: the manager and staff blatantly violated their own code of conduct by harassing a member over an account that was not delinquent. During the incident, they disrupted his workout, created an unnecessary and embarrassing scene, and demonstrated a shocking lack of professionalism. I initially began visiting this gym because I have family members who are also members here. Until recently, they had no significant complaints—it’s convenient, it’s affordable—but as the saying goes, you get what you pay for. Unfortunately, this location seems to be run by disrespectful, immature staff and their equally unprofessional and confrontational managers. Specifically, I am referring to Matt P. The situation escalated when my brother, a military service member, visited the gym to prepare for upcoming drills. Upon scanning his membership QR code, he was informed that he did not have a backup payment method on file. This was perplexing, as Planet Fitness memberships are set up for automatic withdrawals, meaning the gym already has our banking information. When my brother questioned the issue, the managers and staff became unnecessarily combative, creating an uncomfortable and hostile environment not just for him, but for other members observing the interaction. When he asked if there was an outstanding balance he could pay to resolve the issue and continue his workout, they claimed they couldn’t provide that information. This response was especially bizarre, given their insistence on adding another form of payment to the account. My grandfather, a loyal Planet Fitness member, a military veteran, and a cancer survivor, attempted to politely intervene to de-escalate the situation. To his astonishment, he was met with outright hostility. After years of patronage, he was appalled at the disrespectful and unprofessional treatment he received. It is evident that Matt P. and his team violated their own harassment policies, and they likely breached additional policies we may not yet be aware of. As a direct result of the derogatory and disrespectful tone Matt used toward a 70-year-old military veteran and cancer survivor, one membership was officially canceled last night. This incident raises serious concerns about the hiring practices at this location. It appears that individuals lacking basic customer service skills and professionalism are prioritized for employment. Given the consistently poor overall ratings of this gym, it’s clear that these problems are not isolated incidents. There may still be hope for this location, but only if they completely overhaul their degenerate staff and bring in qualified, professional team members. At this point, I wouldn’t be surprised if this gym is in contention for a Guinness World Record as the worst mainstream fitness center. Avoid this location if you value respect, professionalism, or even a minimally positive workout environment.