Best Gyms with Indoor Pools near New-york, New-york

After visiting this location multiple times, my main complaint is that it’s too crowded. The equipment is limited compared to the Rockefeller location. However, it has a great view of the trains and Jersey. Unfortunately, there’s no executive lounge

Friday night was as empty as a town still under covid lockdown. Most members are usually there for show and not for working out. Many are playing with their phone. One guy texted himself back and forth 🧐 It’s just surreal. At least a third are not who they say they are. Exaggerated finances and wealth vs reality of them living in a subsidized NYCHA Building or shared group dormitory style homes. The well dressed with allegedly purchased $$$ clothing but managed to pickpocket other members. Or the knockoff handbags purchased from Chinatown street vendors but claimed to be the genuine. But the top award definitely goes to the know it all who knows nothing. Always that gossip queen at a gym but have no evidence of whatever they say. At least 1 out of 10 are there to find a wealthy nepo or grandpa to finance their lifestyle. Why work when you can just get someone else to pay for it? Too many wannabe influencers and employees from different locations working out on their off time. So yes we know who the employees and struggling actors are even if they lie about their job titles. It’s a hotel style gym with minimal amenities and equipment. Always broken and not repaired for weeks. Theft is prevalent especially around the holidays. And it’s not those perceived as looking poor or being a minority who are thieves. Maybe leave your EBT card home if you’re dressed in a $$ Lululemon and pretending to be rich. Men’s locker room is tiny. No sauna in the men’s locker room. They recently switched to Grown Alchemist. Lots of complaints about it. Corporate workers engage in forbidden steam room and sauna activities. If they’re fit and hot, those grandpas would certainly noticed. But the idea of having to suffer through minutes of seeing prego bods and wrinkles are undoubtedly a permanent eyesore. The steamy air won’t make them look better. The top awards in the steamy air go to those who manscapes, urinates, and clean their ends while leaving brown colored liquids everywhere. Group classes are at the level of Orange Theory. Indoor pool is inconvenient for members. 3 out of 4 lanes are usually roped off for classes and personal training. Hot tub is a health hazard. Cold plunge is hardly ever cold enough. Pilates room is the size of a closet. Outdoor pool is no longer heated during the fall and winter seasons. Outdoor saunas are usually broken, slimy or reserved for the unstable taking meditation classes. Front desk employees are often rude and obnoxious. Trainers have poor interpersonal skills. All in all it’s not worth the $$$ membership fees.

Crowded during peak times. The outdoor saunas don't stay hot because they aren't wind proof. Weightlifting equipment is very basic. The indoor lap pool is great, but the hot tub is full all the time.

Another location where no email or any notification has been sent out saying the entire pool area is closed. This place is a small gym very little to offer and requires a massive amount of money for monthly membership. I really don’t see what the point is to paying for this, you would want to be able to use the Jacuzzi in the winter time. I think it’s time to join Vital

Nice clean gym, but doesn’t justify the cost. It’s nowhere near as good as the “Sports Clubs” Equinox location on UWS, which is actually substantially cheaper now. They stopped the heating outdoor pool, and keep saying its a thermostat issue, but hasn’t been fixed in months. Men’s locker room is microscopic and many members seem to do all their grooming in there, so you can’t even walk without bumping into people. They won’t put a 2nd leg lift machine in, despite current one being used 98% of the time, even off peak. Lastly, they promised me I could pause my membership, still get billed, but get a time credit after the contract was over for the duration of the pause. I did this for 4 months, and then they said they stopped doing that and wouldn’t honor it

I have been going to this Lifetime location for a few months now and overall have enjoyed my experience! I recently did a few personal training sessions with Chase and highly recommend him as an instructor. He was very helpful and patient, teaching me new workout routines with clear explanations and encouragement. Being someone who doesn’t typically use a lot of different machines at the gym, Chase made me feel comfortable trying new things. He tailored our sessions to my fitness goals, and I’ve already noticed progress after only a few sessions!

Nice gym but I would expect more for the membership cost. Main complaints: - Not enough bikes. Only of the 4 stages bikes (and 1 has a bad seat) and they are always full during peak hours. They should move some bikes from the cycle studio to the main area. The bikes in the cycle studio aren't available when there is a class, but the classes usually aren't full. - They have a group classes every morning and it they take up a lot of space, most of the treadmills and open area. - Not enough squat racks and cable machines, these are almost always full during peak times. - Not a well laid out gym, there isn't enough floor space for stretching.

5 stars ONLY for Tues & Thurs GTX morning with Shaimane and decent sauna in women’s locker room. Otherwise, 1 star for poor customer service, esp for the ridiculous membership fee. Rented a locker for $100 a month that was filthy and dusty. Have to cancel with a 30 day notice EXACTLY one month before on the day, cannot request advance cancellation. Ridiculous, poor, inconvenient, and not worth it. Disappointing.

For my first time at a Lifetime Gym, I'm not particularly impressed. Long story short, the building/machines are nice and well-maintained (for the most part), but the little details aren't being kept up. Hoping that the Wall Street and Midtown locations are a bit nicer. Cons: 1. Little things like the quality and finish of the hair dryer. I don't expect a Dyson, but this is a hair dryer you'd find in a $99/night hotel. Both of the units in the men's locker room also had very visible wear, and the speed settings were completely worn off. 2. The "cleaning station" at the incline bench press was a bottle of hand sanitizer and paper towels, no sanitizer bottle to be found. At another part of the gym, there was the standard "wet nap" style of wipes, but I didn't bother trying those. 3. Towels are visibly old and pretty thin. They're either so old they've started to yellow, or they're being dried on too high of a heat by whoever cleans the towels. (I didn't see an in-house laundry for them, but I didn't check too hard.) 4. There was a lot of random empty space. The #/type of machines they had was above average for a normal gym, I'd say similar or better than an average Equinox. That said, I feel like they could be using the space they have more efficiently, with a potentially even greater variety of machines. 5. The locker room is decorated nicely, but it has lots of little nooks and crannies, I'd imagine it's not fun to clean. That said, when I came today around 230pm, there was a not insignificant amount of hair in the little nook I selected. The locker itself was pretty clean, and the vanities were a bit messy/hairy when I arrived but were cleaned by the time I was finished with my workout. 6. Pretty small hot tub, no cold plunge or ice bath. I didn't bother testing it today, but my initial impressions of it were middling. 7. Beautiful stairwell leading up to the gym, but the color/style of the marble and lack of friction tape made it a bit precarious going down it. I assume it’s ADA, but visually was a bit hard to tell as I was going down where each step ended. Pros: 1. All of the staff were/looked friendly. The woman at the front desk was professional and very smartly dressed. We had to wait ~10 minutes for a membership advisor to get my membership activated because I'm signed up to be a founding member of their midtown location, though that wasn't her fault and she handled it well. 2. Once I was in contact with the membership advisor, he was very knowledgeable and helpful, was able to answer my questions about this and other locations, and got me processed quickly. 3. Being able to use the InBody any time I want will be very nice; TMPL/Equinox had them available for a price/with personal training. 4. Lockers were large enough and deep, combo-style, no issues. 5. Men's steam and sauna were large and got hot. Steam room needed to be cleaned when I used it around 3pm, but it wasn't dirty enough for me to not want to use it. (I'm not sure if it had been cleaned that day yet.) I wasn't convinced about the "press for steam" style vs the timer initially, but it eventually filled the room with steam nicely, so I'm a fan. 6. All of the plate-loaded machines in the weight training area had plenty of plates. It was obvious that someone took the time to load/sort the weights on each machine, which I really appreciated. This was just my initial impression of the gym, I’ll give an update after a few weeks to see how consistent things are.

Lots of equipments here and it has a pool with 3 lanes. I hate the sauna in this location, always have a bunch of people come in fully clothes with sneakers and headphones on. The maintenance people worked so hard here and they really do a good job but members are honestly ill-mannered

Overpriced, Unprofessional, and Poorly Designed I recently joined this gym, hoping for a solid place to get my fitness routine back on track, but it’s been a huge letdown. Between the outrageous prices, poor design, and an environment that feels more like a photo shoot than a place to work out, I won’t be renewing my membership. First off, the design of the gym is terrible. The layout feels cramped and inefficient, -and its a 4 story gym... go figure! The locker rooms are another nightmare. Instead of being a place to get changed quickly and move on with your day, they’ve become a social media hotspot. People spend hours in the locker rooms, sitting around, taking pictures, and recording videos for Instagram. It’s not just a quick snap here and there—these people are practically living in the locker room, blocking the benches and making it impossible to change or even have some privacy. The staff seems completely oblivious to this issue, which only adds to the frustration. They are too afraid to say anything because of the "extreme progressive movement" or blasted on social media and being cancelled. And let’s not even get started on the pricing. This gym is far too expensive for what it offers. it feels like you're paying for a lot of fluff rather than real value. I could find a much better gym for half the price, where the equipment is more spaced out, the environment is focused on fitness, and I’m not paying for the privilege of having to fight for space or avoid selfie culture in the locker room. Overall, this gym is a total waste of money. Poorly designed, overpriced, and with zero regard for creating a serious workout environment, it’s not worth the hype. If you’re serious about your fitness goals, I suggest you save your money and find somewhere else that actually cares about its members.

“Terrible Experience – Adrea and Equinox Greenwich Ave Are a Complete Scam!” I had a Hydrafacial done with Adrea at Equinox Greenwich Ave, and it was hands-down the WORST facial experience of my life. I informed her multiple times beforehand that I have sensitive skin and needed her to be cautious. Despite this, she applied way too much pressure with the suction wand, leaving me with severe redness, irritation, and even scarring. This is completely unacceptable for a service that is supposed to be gentle and marketed as safe for sensitive skin. During the facial, I expressed my discomfort and brought up that my skin was becoming increasingly red and irritated. Instead of addressing the issue or adjusting her technique, Adrea dismissed my concerns and blamed my skin for being “too sensitive.” This kind of unprofessionalism is appalling, especially from someone representing Equinox, which prides itself on luxury services. I have had countless Hydrafacials before at other places and NEVER experienced a reaction like this. It is clear that Adrea lacks the skill and care to perform this treatment properly. Equinox, as a whole, is an outrageously overpriced scam. They charge obscene amounts for services and yet clearly don’t care about their customers. The level of disregard for my experience—both during the session and in its aftermath—is shocking. For what they charge, I expected far better treatment and professionalism. Instead, I was met with recklessness, dismissiveness, and damage to my skin. I am demanding a full refund for this disaster of a facial. Equinox needs to reevaluate both its staff and its approach to customer service because this is unacceptable. I strongly urge anyone considering their spa services to stay far away. Equinox is all flash and no substance—you’re paying for their ego, not actual quality or care.

Experiencing Equinox for the first time on a guest pass was a memorable occasion. While I was inclined to award a perfect rating, I withheld one star due to the noticeable wear and tear on some of the equipment. However, this minor flaw was overshadowed by the overall excellence of my visit. The front desk staff exuded warmth and hospitality, creating an inviting atmosphere from the moment I arrived. Navigating the gym was seamless, even during peak hours, as there was ample equipment available, ensuring the space never felt overcrowded. I eagerly anticipate beginning my membership and making Equinox a regular part of my routine.

Equinox Greenwich Avenue is widely recognized as NYC’s top gay gym, offering an atmosphere that’s unmatched in inclusivity and LGBTQ+ pride. This isn’t just a gym; it’s a space where LGBTQ+ members can workout freely, relax in the immaculate locker rooms and steam room, and feel completely at ease among like-minded individuals. The vibe here is distinct and vibrant, a true community setting where members find both fitness and camaraderie. Straight men, if you’re truly open-minded and comfortable in an environment where hot gay guys might flirt just as naturally as anyone would at any other gym, you’ll fit right in. Otherwise, there are plenty of other gyms in NYC! For those who value an inclusive, respectful, and fun vibe, this place is a true gem. 🏳️‍🌈💪

I extremely recommend this gym. Super clean and safe environment to workout and following all protocols to stay healthy and safe. All the equipment and work out areas are clean and brand new and renovated.

I used to work there as a Personal Trainer. It's a beautiful gym and the staff is great. There's a "service oriented" philosophy as it should be for the price. Moist towels scent with eucalyptus and PT doubled as floor monitors during down time until your client list was full. That means the members and staff actually got to know each other very. There's complementary toiletries in the locker rooms and showers for members.

I visited this club and took a tour with my friend who was gifted a membership by her boss. I got a massage and the Therapist was above and beyond awesome! I actually asked her if she does in-home private services outside of Equinox because she was just THAT good. She gets 5-stars but regarding the gym itself, I was not impressed. Long wait for machines, classes seemed crowded and after my workout, there were no towels for me to use. Based on their prices, I'm surprised that it seemed more like a low-end facility rather than the luxury that I imagined would be associated with Equinox .

I registered for this gym in May 2023, but I've been experiencing technical issues with the app since day one. I can't log into my account to book any classes. I spoke with my account adviser, Caroline, who said she would need to involve the technical team to help resolve the issue. However, after a week, I still can't book a class through the app. I then called my account adviser to cancel my membership. The app indicates that my membership is canceled, but I'm still being charged month to month for the next 17 months. I called them today, and they said they can’t do anything about it, even though it's not my fault that I couldn't log into my account thus I had to cancel. The manager- Tang, said he can't do anything to help!

Stopped in for a quick smoothie, it was anything but quick. I don't think they were happy to be there or cared that i was there. Anyhow, took quite a while and charged a premium price. Will not be stopping in again.

===update === After 2 months of equinox promised this issue will be investigated, there was 0 communication, 0 follow-ups from Equinox other than promotion emails ========== I have been a dedicated member of Equinox, consistently enjoying the high-quality fitness classes and the community's mission. Unfortunately, a recent incident at the Columbus Circle location has compelled me to cancel my membership. The issue began when I placed my scooter in an area(hall way) as suggested by an assistant manager(see picture), which seemed to be a misunderstanding on the part of the general management. Last Saturday, the General Manager, Mr. Tang, took it upon himself to lock my scooter away without prior notice. When I questioned this action, he challenged the legitimacy of my earlier interaction with the assistant manager in a manner that I perceived as rude and mistrusting. This incident not only caused me inconvenience but also signaled a concerning lack of trust and respect towards members. What compounded my disappointment was the lack of any form of apology on locking up my properties or remedial action from the General Manager, despite being made aware of the situation and its impact on me as a member. Further, the response—or lack thereof—from the Equinox Concierge service did nothing to address the situation, leaving my concerns unacknowledged. The only reaction I got from concierge is: “We're sorry to hear you are leaving Equinox and we thank you for your time with us. If you would like to reinstate your membership, you may do so within 60 days of your cancellation date. This review is a difficult one to write, given that the coaching staff and classes at Equinox are exceptional. However, management's trust in and treatment of its members is equally important. I’ve been to many equinox clubs, and this Columbus circle club is the reason why I choose to leave. If you have a chance to try a different club/fitness place, please try it and don’t let anyone treat you as they do.

EDIT: The current manager did reach out and assured me they're working on fixing the lockers as well as on educating the gym goers to proper gym etiquette as well as asking staff to re-rack as well. They were very polite and accommodating, so I changed the review from 2 to 3 stars just based on my interaction with them ORIGINAL REVIEW: Do you like having to remove other people's plates ON EVERY plate-loaded machine you use? Do you spending ten-fifteen minutes in the lockerroom trying to find locker with a lock that actually works or that isn't already used? Do you like working out in a dark basement club where the lighting reminds you of a rave in Brooklyn and no windows to the exterior? Then this club is the perfect club for you! Come on over! Just remember don't touch those weights after you load up your machine! It's a problem for the next person!

As a fitness professional and as a professional bodybuilder I must say I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS GYM! Starting with the staff. I travel to NYC often and need to train at a gym that has it all. Every single time I would walk into TMPL it is always a pleasant experience. Smile, check in, purchase a pre workout and grab a sweat tile. Easy breezy. The lockers are my fave because you don’t need to bring a locker. It’s also fully equipped with towels, lotion, deodorant, steam room and plenty of showers. The workout floors are set up perfectly and while there is PLENTY of equipment (even at busy times) most people are super cool to have you jump in on a set. With that said, so many guys are super easy to chat with or ask for a spot. JOINING this gym is a no brainer whether you live in NYC or if you visit often. Also, they have the vegan protein shakes for post workout. Haha. It’s the little things! Thanks guys for making it such a great place to train, Shaun T

Solid gym. Has everything one needs for powerlifting training. Bars could use some nurling, the plates are adequate, and the benches are incredibly slick but it's all there. The branding is... Targeted.

Love TMPL Hell’s Kitchen and their staff, but especially my gym trainer Lucas! Lucas has trained me 3 times a week for the last 2 years, and I now I love working out so much more than I ever did! Highly recommend!

This is a great gym for serious lifters who want to be around other bodybuilding guys. The weekly rate was $150 which was pretty reasonable given all what you get (multi-location access). Definitely worth doing as a visitor (and perhaps as a full resident if I were one).

I am heartbroken that I need to: 1. Rate this location poorly, 2. Stop my membership. I recently switched to Equinox because of this location of lifetime. This location was the easiest access to me. However it is NOT WORTH IT! If you’re going to the other locations in midtown they are absolutely worth it. But this one has such a small area for weights/machines. It’s too small for me. There is only one of each machine so that means that you need to constantly be waiting to use another machine because someone must be using it. Also, one thing I really hate, I do not see any wipes to clean the seats. Maybe it’s just the times I went but I NEVER saw any wipes to clean the equipments and it’s so disgusting to think about. Maybe it’s just my OCD? But it was a major turn off and honestly the biggest factor as to why I made the heartbreaking decision to end my membership. Trust me I did not want to do that. Lifetime is the ultimate luxury gym. The changing rooms are gorgeous and the gym always smells AMAZING!!! Best scent I’ve ever smelled. If you are not a germaphobe like me, then go ahead and join Lifetime. I just can’t bring myself to justify having a membership when I feel uncomfortable or disgusted or paranoid when using the equipment.

I’ve been to fair share of gym in manhattan and recently retired from equinox. This place makes me feel positive energy and welcomed. Even the maintenance staff are friendly unlike equinox, I think that goes to show what type of company Lifetime is.

Kinda small but if you avoid off hours it's usually not busy and there's a good selection of weights & machines. Nice that there are multiple squat racks and benches. Kept clean and lockers are nice.

Had an amazing ARORA strength training class. On Friday, August 23 with Jo. I was the only participant LUCKY ME! Lifetime please more Arora classes. The classes are perfect for any age. Not just for those who crossed the Senior citizens bridge.

This is the smallest gym I’ve been to outside of a hotel. Very easily crowded. It is just too convenient to my office to not go.

Pros: Staff were nice to me. They speak English only so if you cannot speak English use google translate! Very good security. I felt safe in there. Women bathroom door locks so no one will walk in. Gym and sport facility was top notch!! Great coffee shops near by. Disliked · Think insane asylum decor. Smells like a stinky wet dog in the room. Bunked needs to be bolted to the wall cause you hear squeekin everytime someone moves. Room was extremely hot. Doors need to be painted a cheerful color they are all scrapped and brown color. The hallways are sad looking. Shower low pressure Luke warm.

My first time staying here & at first was kind of a culture shock but I learned to truly enjoy the experience. Next to Central Park, YMCA westside is A beautiful 1928 Architectural icon Hostel hotel; Loved the location, love the pricing, Worked around the bathroom situation. The pool area & locker room was a definite bonus and the workout room was appreciated At no additional cost. Do bring your own personal appliances as there are none on site. But sooo many places to see and eat at within walking distance. Would absolutely do.it again.

Great location, mins walk to Central Park, Columbus circle and Subway station. 15mins walk to Times Square and every other attractions nearby. 20mins walk to the MET and AMNH. If you expect this is a star rank hotel, it will fail to reach ur expectations, however if you think this is a university dormitory, the facilities will fit the requirement. This an affordable, comfortable and safety property not only in West side but entire Manhattan! The property have around ten private bathrooms at the floor of semi-private bathroom room, and you can easy access to the view of Central Park from the windows, it also comes with bottle filling machine which can save ur bottle.

Here are the lyrics to the iconic song "Y.M.C.A." by the Village People: Young man, there's no need to feel down I said, young man, pick yourself off the ground I said, young man, 'cause you're in a new town There's no need to be unhappy Young man, there's a place you can go I said, young man, when you're short on your dough You can stay there, and I'm sure you will find Many ways to have a ball It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A Young man, are you listening to me? I said, young man, come on and take a plea You can get yourself clean, you can have a good meal You can do whatever you feel Young man, I was once in your shoes I said, young man, I was down with the blues I felt no man cared if I were alive I felt the whole world was so jive That's when someone came up to me And said, "Young man, take a walk up the street" There's a place there called the Y-M-C-A They can help you, but you've got to be brave It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A Y-M-C-A, it's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A Y-M-C-A, it's fun to stay

Dirty beyond belief. I asked for a refund but they never answered. Bathroom didn’t have an handle and was clogged and full of insects. Window wouldn’t close, beds super old, sheets dirty. Should not rent out.

Equinox Sports Club is absolutely top-notch! The facility is spacious, immaculately clean, and packed with state-of-the-art features, including an incredible rock climbing wall that’s a must-try. A special shout-out to Alexander, who works on the climbing wall. He’s quick, attentive, and incredibly kind, making the climbing experience smooth and enjoyable for everyone. Also, a big thank you to David for his expert stretching sessions—they’ve been a game-changer for my recovery. This is hands down my new favorite fitness destination. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a premium experience!

Staff is inconsiderate and lacks basic customer service skills. I've had better experiences at Planet Fitness. I would not recommend using Equinox. There's simply no way the membership fees are worth the exorbitant price.

I love Equinox, but for one overriding, and scary, factor. The lifeguards and management that enable them don't care about your safety. The lifeguards are preoccupied with their own entertainment; they sit on a chair amusing themselves on their phones, heads down fixed on their screens, rather than looking at the swimmers they are paid to watch. Some of them sit and do their homework. Others sit and read a book. One weekend lifeguard was transfixed on his screen, streaming what appeared to be a movie. At least two wear AirPods, or other ear pieces which all but ensure that they don't hear swimmers. This means that the employees whose job it is to guard swimmers don't see them because they are not looking at them, and they don't hear them because their hearing is compromised. Management has been alerted to this repeated times, but the problems persist. Even new lifeguards seem untrained for the task. One new lifeguard sat gabbing away on his phone while swimmers swam in the wrong direction in their lane. It's as if the guards start their shift and say to themselves "great, now I have time to sit here, go through my emails, write texts and otherwise have fun." They are getting paid to guard against potentially fatal accidents, yet they fail to do their job and leave swimmers at risk.

Very vertical but equipment-packed. Everything here including open squat racks almost any time. 130lb dumbbells. Tons of cardio. Haven't seen the place packed, but haven't been here in the after-work hours. Great workouts every time.

I've been a member on-and-off since 2004 (when it was the Reebok Club) and a member of various gyms (including other equinox clubs) since I was a teenager. I have NEVER seen filth or mismanagement on the level I've seen since rejoining the Sports Club in 2023. The locker rooms are filthy and unstaffed. Previously there was always one person upstairs and another 2 downstairs during busy hours. Now maybe there is one person for 3 floors. There are always dirty towels everywhere. On one occasion, a dirty pair of underwear was on the floor for at least an hour, another a large, dead cockroach lying by the jacuzzi. The hairdryers are so weak they couldn't blow out a candle. Several hairdryers have been "out-of-service" for months as has at least one shower. Then, there was the day TWO MONTHS ago when I opened a shower door to discover dirty takeout containers, utensils and towels in the stall. The same day dirty, wet towels were also all around the locker, steam room and sauna. I complained to the front desk and in writing to management. Still waiting to hear back. I've emailed the GM multiple times with NO response other than a AGM thanking me for "policing the locker room since he can't". Wait, they have no female employees able to enter the locker room to see it's filthy and lacking towels??? Are they unaware that they have nobody staffing the locker rooms. There are also frequently people in the spa area who are clearly not members (you can tell because they have all their belongings including their purses and phones nearby and sleep on the lounge chairs). This in addition to people talking on speakerphone in the locker room. Of course there are no attendants to tell them that phones are a no-no in the locker room and spa. The club's hours were so truncated Thanksgiving weekend that it was impossible to get to the gym for a workout. This was unlike every other gym in the city that had holiday hours on Thanksgiving and normal ones the rest of the weekend. When I arrived, the locker room was filthy, there were no towels, dirty/wet towels were everywhere including the steam room, sauna, benches in locker room. The lifeguard (is he even a certified lifeguard?) was unaware that since the club closed at 4, the pool would be closed a half hour earlier and offered me a lane reservation at 3:30 (when the pool would be closed). I gave up and went home since without towels, I couldn't even take a shower. If this were a one-time issue, I'd be upset, but it's ongoing. I rejoined because I had fond memories of the well-kept facility, loved the classes and instructors and was able to swim. That is a distant memory. Now there are significantly fewer classes, they aren't consistent (no more same class, same instructor 2 or 3x/week at the same time) and none in the afternoon (in ye olde days there was at least a mid-afternoon yoga class). The classes aren't very good and don't create the community that I enjoyed previously as a member. The few that are worth taking fill up within 2 minutes of opening in the app. When I told an instructor that I was just getting back in shape after an illness and asked if I needed a mat, she nastily replied "only if you need it for emotional support." Another class had truly awful sped-up muzak. When I asked about it, the instructor said she doesn't listen to it, only picks out playlists that have the right beat. A terrible experience. Wildly expensive ($350/month). Total ripoff.

My wife works in the university and we wanted to go to the gym together, so she bought the membership for a year. Today I decided to try only one day’s membership and we went together there. But outside the gym they can’t allow me to pass inside, so I am too upset because we wanted to go there only together. My wife also doesn’t have motivation to go there without me. I tried to get the refund but it was unsuccessful, the support can’t help us. It’s not fair to not have information about it on their site. She bought the membership only because we wanted to go there together and it is possibility to buy membership for spouse but no information about the prohibition to go inside the gym for people like me. I lost money for the day membership and my wife for the whole year because she definitely won’t go there without me. Why don’t post information about it on the site? What should she do, go to another gym with me and pay for another annul membership again? I am really upset that support unable to refund my money that I lost today. I paid for the service that I didn’t get, it’s stealing my money!

Dodge Physical Fitness Center is one of the best place for recreation in Columbia University campus. Unfortunately it's overcrowded. It's a well equipped gym, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton and Swimming pool. It's free for students and to access some of the services or gym trainer, it'll require basic registration fee. It's an underground fitness center that's spacious and clean. Dodge Fitness Center is only open to registered Columbia University, Barnard College and Teachers College students and faculty and staff.

Do better, columbia. How about we spend some money on the gym, which is ostensibly for improving students' health and well-being, instead of gentrifying harlem?! Not renovating dodge is one thing. The real show of stinginess by CU is the fact that students have to pay to lock their stuff into lockers. I am not able to bring my own lock; the majority of CU's lockers are inaccessible because we need to pay the towel + locker fee to even open them. The only low-cost/free option is the small number of 12 inch box lockers that barely fit a backpack, and for those, your option is to 1) pay per use to lock the locker, or 2) risk getting your stuff stolen. Can CU either allow students free access to the locks and lockers, or let us bring our own locks?

Considering all the money the school has, you'd think they could afford a better athletic center. I went here for a swim test and was terribly lost in the labyrinthine lower floors of the structure. Columbia deserves better.

I thought people were exaggerating when they said avoid Dodge at all costs. They weren’t, This is the absolute worst gym in my life. The equipment to people ratio is absolutely insane. If it’s not an elliptical or treadmill, there is like one of each workout machine which always has a line of people waiting to get on the machines. To give you an idea of just how little equipment there is, there are like five floor mats and weight benches for the entire gym. Mind you, this school has thousands of students. It makes no sense The layout is also horrendous. You have to squeeze past people doing their workouts because they reserved such a small space for workout equipment and it’s always packed. The fact that there are three different floors, albeit each with tiny workout sections, tells you how wild this layout it. Whoever designed the place should really think about how poor a job they did. I don’t understand where the money is going because it’s definitely not here. I have to wonder is physical and mental health important to the admin if this is how they treat their students? Do better.

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!

The lifetime of sky is really nice especially in the pool where you can view the skyline from the pool. And every person was very friendly nice and nice staff. My only problem was I wish the spa area whirlpool and sauna Steemroom and cold plunge were in locker rooms.

Disclaimer: NO (free or metered) PARKING ANYWHERE. One of the behemoth gyms that make LifeTime not only worth it but a good deal. Outdoor sky pool, very nice cafe layout, basketball, etc. biggest problem is- who is it for? Locals. Super local. Like west of 9th Avenue. With no nearby subway and zero parking (tried for 40 minutes) you’re forced to garage your car for obviously a small nyc fortune just to use the gym making it not accessible. Parking right in front is plentiful but despite no signs, everyone said you’d be towed. Long story short- anyone who isn’t ok with walking a long distance to get here, avoid. This is the Tantalus of LifeTimes.

This place makes you feel like you can touch the Sky! The fitness floor is state of the art, classes are INCREDIBLE, the spa is lovely, the workspace is top notch, and don’t even get me started on the skydeck. The facilities are amazing, but the employees are really what make this place special. The team is tight knit and here to make your experience a fantastic one. I may be biased because I am a yoga teacher here, but I can honestly say that I love the people who I work with along with the members and completely support the company.

+One of the better quality gyms around the Hudson Yards area. +Good indoor pool and great indoor basketball court. Outdoor pool area is also very nice. +Nice wet room setup with sauna and cold plunge. +Decent amount of squad racks +Generally very clean and well looked after throughout +Kind staff -Weight area is one of the smallest I have seen for a gym of this size which is a major drawback. It gets very busy at rush hours and they only have two bench presses, two cross-cable machines and only two places to do neutral grip or wide-angled pull-ups which are almost never empty. -Weight plates are few and far in between. Same as dumbbells. The setup of the whole weights floor feels like it was an afterthought, not very functional. -Sauna temperature barely hits 180 which is not great if you are after the health benefits that are often researched on saunas at 180+. Also worth noting sauna seating is a single level near the floor and it has a high ceiling which means temperature at where you sit is likely lower than shown. -Access to outdoor pool requires an extra seasonal fee which is not cheap. -Locker room/bathroom area is very small for the amount of members who use this branch, has low ceiling which makes the place feel even smaller. Overall, if you live/work in the area, it is an ok option if most of what you do is classes/cardio. If you focus on strength training and lifting weights, it unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired.

Turkish Hammam and cold plunge are incredible!!! Rachel, taught a sweaty, intense Flow yoga class that was challenging and fun! cooling off in the cold plunge after a heated yoga class was a perfect combination! the rooftop pool was not available to use, even with my diamond membership. something about an agreement with the condos neighborhood association, and it's an additional pool pass. they wanted me to pay $100 for a day pass! but it wasn't on top of a skyscraper like the photos imply. it's on the eleventh floor of the building and the residences go up higher in a separate tower. pool didn't seem that exciting to be honest. just a shallow leisure pool. (our outdoor pool at home is better with waterslides and fountains and lap lanes.) so.... check out the Turkish Hammam....

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.🏙️