Gold's Gym - Merrifield

The initial impression wasn't so great due to the faded gym sign and location, but I had a great experience. Gym has the machines I like and mirrors installed where needed. Equipments are organized by muscle groups, and there are a variety of machines from Matrix, Hammer Strength, Cybex, and Life fitness. Has total of 6 step mills. Womens locker area feels cozy and has a private changing area with curtains.

I went to Gold’s Gym today for a trial and ended up signing up for a full membership. On my way out the door, I dropped my wallet in the parking lot. The gyms owner, Jottham helped search the parking lot with me in 30 degree weather. Gym is good, staff is exceptional.

Frequently the gym pushes a single religion on the TV and won't change to news or sports or literally anything else. Instead they force sermons. I would rather have the TV be off than have six screens forcing everyone on cardio to watch this. They should have a policy about this, even if you feel the need to push religion here it should be at least a few to accommodate the customers and not whatever the management feels is what everyone should worship. Rough.

Bad odor at entry way; at times not sufficient props for class. Silver Sneakers instructor is 5 Stars 💕

I got my gym membership through golds because of its convenience in locations both to my house and work. They offered me a deal that was just as good as other gyms, so I took them up on it because of that. I was also offered a "personal training session" by the desk worker at the time I signed up, only realizing once he started mumbling prices that it cost more money, so be mindful that the workers here WILL try to soft sell you on extra services. I got him to admit the pricing and declined, but stayed because of the location and convenience. Another reason I stayed at this location was the fact that this specific location listed they had a women's only room, which was pointed out to me by the desk clerk when I signed up. I often feel discomfort working out in an area with men - this isn't to say all men are creeps, I just found over the past few weeks that the women's room was more comfortable, and I could have less pressure this way. Today when I visited, I was surprised to see a man in that area, and after more than a couple creepy interactions, I went to the desk and asked about the room. I was then informed that the room is no longer a women's only room, which is not what the site advertised. If you are looking for a no-frills gym experience, this location is fine, but I've found the location on Ox Road (even without the women's only area) is more spaced out, comfortable temp, and in nicer condition. I will likely be moving my "home" location there after this experience. Don't advertise what you won't enforce.