Best Gyms with Functional Training Equipment near Newark, New-jersey

My first time going here. I got the day pass which includes the day entry, chalk, shoes (about $25) per person. I’m a beginner so there weren’t many places I could climb for 0-2 level. Overall, the place is nice and not that crowded even on weekend. There is a gym inside and ping pong table as well.

I had a pleasant time here! the employees were very hospitable and helped me and my family. the only complaint would be the prices… rentals do not include chalk, so i would suggest bringing some of your own. edit: they now have free liquid chalk to use!! It’s very kind of them. Also, if you’re a college student you can climb for 18 dollars on fridays after 6pm i believe. very good deal!

I've heard about this gym for years, from YouTube videos and friends. I love the architecture, the spotlights. They have all the best climbing holds, many of which I've never seen before. The routesetting was excellent, on par or better than other local gyms. There were a lot of fun climbs made with expensive holds, which is rare to find in the lower grades. There was plenty of hard stuff, some comp style problems, a wide range of hold types and textures. There was not much overhang, except for a more bare bones old school room in the back with a 45° and maybe even steeper overhang. The people at the front desk were very nice. I had a negative experience signing the waiver, It was a very long complicated process and the front desk person had to help me navigate the iPad. Parking was disappointing. There is a garage across the street, But the gym charges $4 to validate the ticket. Not sure how much this ends up saving you, but for the price of a day pass they should include parking. Overall the gym was cool to visit. I would definitely visit again.

Quite possibly one of the best bouldering gyms in the area. The staff were as friendly as they were professional. The facilities were clean, orderly and everything you need is within reach. If I live closer I would definitely be a regular member.

I will start off by saying that it’s a great space, and the staff are super friendly. The reason for two stars is because they really need to address the air filtration system. I’ve never been to a climbing gym where there’s a strong musty or mildew smell, and the chalk fills the air. Whoever manages the facility, please look into a better air filtration system. And lastly, consider daily maintenance of all the equipment. The gym equipment was caked with who knows what. Again, the space is pretty cool, but it’s so dirty, and the smell is horrible.

I don't know why I chose this gym as my home gym! It was for convenience when I first joined but since the beginning of time the parking situation has been nothing but a headache! Today I am over it! Because of the parking I usually do other locations but time to time I like to try and work out closer to home, tried it this morning only to get frustrated over the parking again. There's no where to park on the streets, so I tried to park in the garage that's supposed to accommodate planet fitness members. Only to be told I would have to pay because my card wasn't working. I go inside planet fitness to get a new card. Then that one doesn't work, getting me into verbal arguments because this situation was holding up traffic trying to get into the parking garage. I'm so angry with the whole situation I don't even want to work out anymore!! My day started off great until this point!

This is the closest Planet Fitness to me but I prefer going out of the way to Clifton if I have the time. The machines here are old and they want you to enter your weight which I can’t stand. The bathrooms have a funky smell. It’s not that this Planet Fitness is bad it’s just not great. I prefer going to a different location. Also you have to enter via Atlantic St the Broad St door is broken and I could not get in I had to wait for someone who was leaving to get in.

I went in in June to cancel, followed PF’s rules and filled out the form. Didn’t cancel, went back in August and filled out the form again, didn’t cancel. Manager said she would call me multiple times, didn’t call me. Finally got her on the phone and was just screamed at, like literally she had to have been red in the face SCREAMING at the top of her lungs saying I was lying bc I still went using my friends guest pass under his black card account? Who screams in the phone and insults a customer? This planet fitness is also the most unkept one I’ve been to. A good bit of equipment is always tagged out but never fixed, the locals are meat heads who grunt and act a fool around you while staring, and the condition of the bathrooms.: I would rather use a truck stop. I’m not even kidding, absolutely vile, a friend of mine got a nasty foot infection from walking IN SOCKS on their floors and is contacting a lawyer about a lawsuit. She would only refund me for one month, instead do the 5 that’s has gone by since they failed to do their job correctly in June, and how hard is it to even work at a pf?? Like seriously, unprofessional, unfriendly, judgmental, and arrogant staff. Will never step foot in here again and will have my other 6 friends who currently attend to cancel their memberships as well. Never have I ever been spoken to so disrespectfully as the way I was on the phone call that should’ve happened 5 months ago. The gyms a joke, check out crunch fitness 5 minutes down the road, cheaper, better equipment, and more importantly, BETTER STAFF. The manager here was awful whoever she was, worst attitude.

How is it, they you guys place all this rule, gym wear as one. But this NYT WORKER comes in here dark shades, shirt tie, dress pants, hoodie. Comes to the basement level and workout on the equipment!?!? 3rd time I seen him here! How?

I went, worked out and used one of the massage chairs, a perk that comes with the PF Black Card and was very content (I had a dream about getting a neck massage the night before, so it hit the spot)! Lots of high school and college aged young people use this location in the summer, so it came get a bit hectic, but I tend to concentrate and avoid the crowd in order to get in a pretty intense workout. It's a good deal and so much less expensive than any of the other chain gyms. I went yesterday and there were MAYBE 20 people in the ENTIRE place. Made it easier to go from machine to machine in a hurry, so my workout time was about 15 shorter. Still, I got a good whole body workout in, showered dressed and left feeling good!

I was a basic member first. Until one day I park into one of the management parking spots about 2 years ago. I was brand new and some guy came YELLING AT ME and said "Didn't you see that it says management?" I was like "What the heck?" Then he asked me "Are you a member?" I said "YES". I moved out of that spot, Your parking lot is not too big. Kinda tight. But I don't think that's the way to be talking to the customers. Never complained about it. Another ocassion somebody behind me walked in the gym, and I was called very RUDE by some girl. And I threatened with canceling my subscription. I don't need to sneaked people inside your gym. And if from the very beginning you give people some paper with the rules so that they can remember and keep it in mind that it would be better. Later I upgraded to VIP and was bringing my girlfriend until some guy tried to talk to her and we had a problem. I even complained to the counter. But nothing was done about it. The only thing I heard "Ohh he has been coming here for 15 years". I had been travel across the US and everytime I was in NJ I was visiting this gym. I canceled my subscription and after becoming a member for less than a month I upgraded to VIP again. I would give you 4 stars only because I like your gym. But conditioned to future reviews.

Let me start from when you when in the door, people behind the counter most of the time occupied on gossip or other nonsenses than actually greet the members. I am not going to say all them are like that but for the most part 8 out of 10 you wont even get a straight face from them, they act like they are doing you favor. The machines are decent for the most part although as in most gym weight are all over the place, however in this gym the stuff doesnt really worry about put them back in place. I critique that aspect because I actually go to Union and Elizabeth often and in this gym that does not happen, at least all the occasions I been there which is quit a lot. Music is always too loud in the afternoon, I have complained but no one does anything about it, I have to listen to my music with the volume all the way up on my earphones. The worst part of all are the freelance “trainers”, too many of them and there couple that are very/extremely loud, people that goes to this gym knows who I am talking about. Not only too load but also talk behind other members back criticizing their workout or straight being disrespectful. Sometimes I rather drive farther to Union then coming to this gym

Great place to workout this is the second time I’ve joined this gym. On and off it’s being almost 12 years. The help is really nice and polite the place is clean. And Cameron made me a shake the other day that was amazing. Great job everyone keep it up.

Just Talking on the phone with Jennifer made me want to go to this gym. Over a yr or so, I've been in an depressant stage and I looked and called places but didn't feel comfortable enough to gym. Their approach abt explaining things was so off and understandable. Talking to Jennifer I felt at eased and good abt joining. Being a single parent, going thru things and feeling insecure she really made me feel good. Haven't started yet but I'm on my own. Will try to update journey

Decent place to get a workout in near EWR. They do $20 day passes, though not advertised + Lots of free weights and machines with plates Enough squat racks Sauna in locker rooms Fair number of cardio machines too Clean: reasonably free of dust and clean locker rooms too (much cleaner than your NY Sports Club or 24 hr fitness or LA fitness or planet fitness) Courteous front desk staff and trainers working with clients in gym Easy to get to from EWR in less than 10 mins by bus, taxi, or rideshare - Some machines in disrepair and in need of maintenance eg broken buttons on treadmills, which are generally fairly old (~20 yrs) and aren't calibrated very well (on one I got on 4% incline was actually 0%; 0% was actually -3.5%)

Coach Simone was attentive, informative, and welcoming. They’ve fostered a great community at Crossfit Newark and the gym is clean and organized. Will definitely be back!

Gym is very well organized, coaches and the members were super helpful and motivating. Love the barbells, they really made a difference.

From the moment you step in, you are greeted with encouragement. Coach Sean, Wil and Ali will push you to your greatest potential and test your limits. The community vibe is unmatched and I am grateful I am part of this CrossFit fam!

A better gym you will not find! You could finish the workout "last" and feel like you won an Olympic gold medal with the amount of support and comraderie this gym provides. Coaches Sean, Ali, and Wil are knowledgable, personable, and will ensure you know what you are doing every step of the way. Crossfit Newark is the best place for someone who wants a community, to improve, and to have a laugh or two doing tough work!

Waking up at the crack of dawn everyday for over 2+ years is challenging BUT CROSSFIT NEWARK makes it worth it! Coach Sean, Ali and Will are very knowledgeable and passionate about Crossfit. The workouts are challenging but scale options are always provided to suit our needs. The atmosphere is very welcoming. Highly recommend CN!