★ 5

My wife and I joined this gym about 2 months ago and left Centrastate and it was a great decision. Gym space is huge so your not on top of each other working out. The equiptment is top of the line and so much better than the Centratstate gym. My wife and I also enjoy the yoga classes. Wow! Everyone is welcoming and the trainers are amazing. Im a guy and a yoga beginner and they always assist and encourage in a postive uplifting manner. This gym leaves you feeling in a word " Namaste" !!!

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★ 5

It's the greatest Fitness center in the State of New Jersey.
Top of the line equipment and exceptionally great service .

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★ 1

This gym is nothing short of atrocious. Everything about it was bad. I was a member for two months and was happy to leave.

This is a $30 a month gym at best. They advertise their facility with state of the art equipment, but half of it is old and janky and the other half is from China. The squat racks were flimsy and the barbells are generic. There are LED lights directly over the benches so you come up and see stars. The cardio equipment is mismatched and the treadmill belts stick when you're trying to run. Spend your money on a gym membership elsewhere.

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★ 1

There are far better gyms in the area for their price range (about $60-$75/month). The woman’s sauna wasn’t ready upon the gym being opened (they stated that was included in membership). Woman’s sauna is frequently down and caught fire a few months back.

Equipment consistently broken. Condensation from the air conditioning drips in random locations (hasn’t been addressed). Small cardio area. Honestly disappointed, this place had potential. For the quality of machines and lack of sauna (always broken), you’re better off at a basic gym.

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★ 5

Visited from out of town and got treated like a valued member of the gym. Staff was friendly upon entering and the gym is pristine. The facility is well kept and everything is super tidy, organized and aesthetic. Sauna was great too and whole bathroom and locker room was super clean.

Special shout-out to Kaitlyn up front for taking care of us and our requests. She was more than willing to help us out and is friendly and inviting!

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★ 5

My friend and I stopped by to use the sauna to cut a little bit of weight for a competition. The staff were very welcoming and accommodating. Katlyn has the patience of a saint. I kept buggy her for things that I needed for the weight cut. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. I will definitely come back when I am in town again. Thank you!!!

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★ 1

As many others have wrote, FAC portrays itself as a premier facility, but it is not. Half of the equipment is old stuff from Metro. New benches need to be leveled with 5lb plates because the legs are uneven. The lighting is absolutely brutal. Machines out of order, and as of recent, both saunas are out of order.

Also, that lady Lisa that was referred to in multiple other reviews is terrible. Nasty attitude and belongs nowhere near a customer service role. Wouldn’t want her as the face of my business.

My wife had to wait 3 months after they opened to use the sauna, because it wasn’t ready as advertised. The woman’s sauna heating element caught fire shortly thereafter, and as a result, the building department shut down both saunas so they can be inspected, worked on, reinspected and approved.

We all know how slow building departments move. It’ll be another month before the saunas are up and running, easily. If new heating elements were used from the get go, and installed properly, they wouldn’t be out of order so fast.

Definitely wouldn’t price this place as a $60/month gym. More of a $25-$30/month. Will be cancelling before my next billing cycle.

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★ 1

Club Metro was so much better. Now, you pay more for the same machines in a worse space. For this price range, this gym should not be on your list.

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★ 1

Incredibly disrespectful staff. When members come to the front end/managers with complaints, they are met with rude comments and incredibly disrespectful language. I cannot describe in words the lack of professionalism that’s exists in this facility.

When you look at other reviews, they will respond telling you to call them directly. Just a heads up, you will be met with an awful attitude and nothing about the conversation will be productive. Do not waste your time or money.

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★ 5

Please sponsor my boys chris and joel they grinding and promoting this fire facility

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★ 1

I have never written a review on any type of place before. But this Gym at 65$ a month Is awful and feels like a scam. The gym just opened up and the machines are all beaten up, broken and they never fix their machines. Like the hip thrust machine has been broken since the Gym opened, never seen a gym that just opened put a broken machine in their new gym before. Every time I go to the gym something else is broken that I want to use, right now it's the sauna that is broken in the men's locker room. Now for the scam part and the reason I spent time writing this review. Went to cancel my membership and the worker told me that I had to cancel it online and they were going to charge me for the month anyways. They make it hard to cancel the membership on purpose. Awful gym, If my other choice was to pay 100 dollars a month to go to planet fitness I will rather pay that instead.

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★ 5

I was in town for around a month and was looking for a great gym to weight train. I’m incredibly happy that I choose Freehold Athletic Club (FAC) and loved training at the gym!

A few highlights from my perspective:
- Signing up for a temporary membership is incredibly easy. Everything was self serve on the website and run through the club’a app. The best part was early morning access via the app (4am). The front desk crew was also very kind and let me use a three day pass to ensure I liked the gym

- The open floor layout is awesome. The gym used to be a mall dept store so the floor space is massive. I like that it never felt crowded even during peak hours, and all the equipment is spaced out.

- the equipment is great! I was very confused by other reviews saying the equipment is cheap. The owners have a good selection of Panatta, Star Trac, Nautilus, and Matrix, which are all quality manufacturers. I loved all of the equipment and it was nice not to have just Hammer Strength and Life Fitness (like most chains). My only critique here is the cables aren’t the greatest and tend to stick. A very small criticism, though. Some reviews also noted that machines aren’t fixed. I noticed two pieces of equipment that were out of commission during the month I was there, and one I really wanted to use (Panatta hip thrust). Again, a very small critique bc getting this equipment serviced is a challenge at any gym.

If you live in town or are visiting like me, I struggle why you’d choose another gym. Nothing beats a local gym imo and FAC didn’t disappoint. I’m in town regularly and will visit this gym every time.

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★ 5

I pretty much only go for the classes. Every class I’ve tried is great, the instructors are all wonderful. My favorite is Marci’s yoga class on Saturday mornings, she’s awesome!

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★ 5

Franky is the best!! I play pickleball here and the staff has been wonderful. The courts are great and the lesson I tool was terrific!! Kudos to Franky - he is the heartbeat of the club!! So kind and so much fun!!

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★ 1

WASTE OF MONEY. WORST GYM.

If it was possible to give a negative ranking, this gym would get a -1000/5 stars. I have never seen a gym managed worse than Freehold Athletic Club. This gym is run by the same individuals who ran the Club Metro Freehold location, failing again due to the poor management that they have. They advertise themselves as a premier gym but I have never seen cheaper equipment in a gym. Machines are often out of order or creaking which is alarming for a gym that hasn't even been open for a year. The ceiling is constantly leaking in random parts of the gym. Air conditioning is basically nonexistent as other reviewers have stated as well. Maintenance of equipment is nonexistent. Even the water fountain was out of order for weeks. Management is rude and cheap and they clearly have not learned from their mistakes at Club Metro. There is a reason why this gym is struggling to retain its members, let alone get new members. You'd be better off going to the fitness center of a Mariott hotel over this place.

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★ 1

I typically don’t write reviews about anything!!! But this time I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction with FAC and to warn others to avoid this establishment. My experience has been consistently negative, marked by uncourteous staff, fraudulent charges, and unsafe conditions.

When my wife and I signed up for a pickleball and gym membership at $100 per month, the receptionist explicitly told me over the phone that there would be no sign-up fee. Despite this, we were each charged a $100 sign-up fee. I have attempted to resolve this issue by calling the gym and speaking with the General Manager, but I have received no assistance and was dismissed.

The gym's conditions are also a major concern. My wife was threatened with expulsion for complaining about the extreme heat due to a malfunctioning air conditioning system. On that very same day, a member passed out in the gym. Furthermore, just a few days prior, there was a fire in the sauna. These incidents highlight the unsafe environment and the unprofessionalism of the staff.

I have been attempting to get a refund for the fraudulent charges and have yet to receive any feedback. Additionally, I sent an email to cancel my membership two weeks after registering, only to be informed that I would be charged for August and September before the cancellation takes effect.

Given these serious issues, I strongly advise against joining this gym.

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★ 5

I’ve been going to Freehold Athletic Club for a while now, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best fitness experiences I’ve ever had. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and equipped with everything you could possibly need—whether you’re into weight training, cardio, classes, or just getting in a solid workout.

Every single employee I’ve interacted with has been friendly, helpful, and genuinely invested in making sure members have a great experience. Whether it’s answering questions, offering tips, or just greeting you with a smile, the team creates a welcoming and motivating environment that makes it easy to stay consistent with your fitness goals.

But what really makes this place stand out is the staff—especially Lisa. From day one, Lisa has gone above and beyond to make members feel comfortable and supported. She’s not only professional and knowledgeable, but also incredibly kind and approachable. Whether you need help with equipment, have questions about your fitness routine, or just need a little encouragement, Lisa is always there with a smile and a positive attitude.

It’s clear the staff here take pride in their work and truly care about the community they’re building. I’d recommend Freehold Athletic Club to anyone looking for a supportive, top-tier gym with a great atmosphere.

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★ 5

Lisa at the club is fantastic, she cares about the members and always makes sure they are satisfied.

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★ 1

STAY AWAY FROM THIS GYM. It advertises itself as a premium gym but has no premium features. Machines are very cheap and low quality and don’t actually workout the proper muscles. Management is very frugal and rude, and only cares about money as they brought over used equipment from an old gym and have been charging $60 and $120 for a pickle ball court that looks like my basement. Save your money and go to planet fitness or crunch please.

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★ 5

I am in complete shock at a review. I just read from a woman named Beena. First of all, she needs to get her information correct. Yes, there is an air-conditioning problem in the group workout room and they are working on it, but the ambulance was never called for somebody due To the Airconditioning it was because of their high blood pressure.
Also, the incredible staff is wonderful. This woman attacked Lisa at the front desk and called her a racist. She verbally assaulted the front desk and was acting like a lunatic!!!! She was also yelling at Frankie and he was visibly upset. She needs to find something better to do with her time than to write a bad review about a wonderful gym. They are working on any issue they have ever had at this gym and it is it’s very good gym.. Yes the air conditioning is an issue at the moment but it’s being worked on. Also, the instructors and the staff are incredibly helpful. I highly recommend joining.

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★ 5

Great staff! Gym motivation at my age is lacking. It’s always great when you walk in and find that Lisa and crew always has a smile on their face and greets you Good Morning..
facility is a good atmosphere and keeps the motivation going.

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★ 1

WORST STAFF - SPECIALLY WOMAN MANAGER treating people of color like trash - screaming at a member only because she complains about no air conditioning in cardio class with 30 people in there- people passing out in the gym due to AC issues and no air - for proof the ambulance is there - EVEN MANAGER THREATENING TO KICK MEMBER OUT FEOM GYM. FOR COMPLAINING- DO NOT WASTE MONEY TOO EXPENSIVE TO GET THIS TREATMENT!!

The staff literally threaten people of color specially this manager and another guy with her.

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★ 5

I am so happy we joined this gym. The floor , classes , pickleball , the people and staff are amazing. I look forward to going everyday and if I have questions about the ancillary services they offer I am never hesitant to ask. I’m looking forward to making spa appointments and next weeks ‘shake of the week.’ If you’re looking for a new gym this is a great choice.

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★ 5

The girls working the desk won me over. This wellness center has all the amenities a gym shark can ask for.

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★ 3

Pickleball courts are NOT regulation size. The kitchen is too large. And playing area is smaller because of that.

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★ 5

Great gym, with state of art equipment and awesome frontdesk staff, always welcoming with a smile! Love the sauna and the pickle ball for all round workout!

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★ 1

While Freehold Athletic Club presents itself as a premium facility, the experience so far has been disappointing. The quality of the equipment raises serious concerns—some machines are already broken despite the gym only being open a few months. This suggests that low-quality equipment was used from the start.

Ergonomics also seem to have been overlooked. Several machines have fixed seat positions that cannot be adjusted, making them uncomfortable and impractical for members of varying heights. The lighting is another major issue; it’s excessively bright and poorly positioned, creating a harsh, almost disorienting atmosphere—especially around the treadmills.

Speaking of treadmills, the row facing the wall is particularly uninviting. Staring at a blank wall while working out is far from motivating and makes for a poor member experience.

Additionally, the women’s sauna has been a persistent problem. It was unavailable for several months after opening, and once it was finally installed, it broke shortly thereafter.

Overall, Freehold Athletic Club does not currently offer good value for the membership cost. Once Crunch Fitness upgrades their equipment, I plan to make the switch. I hope this gym takes feedback seriously and makes the necessary improvements.

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★ 5

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★ 2

This review is specifically for the pickleball courts. I joined here because of wide range of time slots they advertised as available to play, but one big problem as of now, is that the membership is so small (and shrinking) that they can rarely, if ever, have 4 people there to play for all but the most popular time slots (10am weekends). The more diehard players don't take this place seriously due to the poor layout and configuration of the courts, space is too tight and no fences between courts. Wish I loved it, but unfortunately they need to do a lot to attract more people, they need to cut the pickleball membership price at least in half to attract a whole lot more people. I canceled as soon as they allowed me to, which was not soon enough, had to pay for a 2nd month which I didn't want. But let's see, maybe it will get better somehow

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★ 5

Happy with everything about this gym ever since the Club Metro days, every single member of the staff has always and continues to welcome my family and I with warm smiles and laughs every day. Atmosphere is great, the new look is awesome, overall great gym with many options now with Dr. Shari, side door lounge and much more. No reason to look anywhere else, FAC immediately felt like my second home, and pretty much is! Shout to Adam, Phil, and Lisa for making it a great place to train!

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★ 3

It's okay some of these machines just feel weird to me the lockers are really small you can barely fit your stuff there is no where to hang your towel if you're going in the sauna. I wish they had a basketball court I believe it's not worth $60 I wish they build the LA Fitness where the sauna and the basketball court in the area

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★ 5

Beautiful brand new clean gym! I especially love all the classes, there’s something for everyone! This gym is managed very smoothly and you can tell whoever is in charge of the classes is working very hard to make sure there’s plenty of times that work for anyone’s schedule and at every fitness level

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★ 5

Absolutely a great gym !
The weight machines are many and the pickle ball is fun but my favorite thing about this gym are the classes . The instructors are so professional , energized and competent . The classes are fun and challenging and I can’t get enough!
Love to get there as much as possible !
Ellen

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★ 5

It is a very nice place and the equipment is also very good I recommend it to everyone

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★ 5

Everything is brand new, super clean, and well-organized. The staff is friendly and always helpful. Plenty of machines, free weights, and space to train. Definitely my new go-to gym.

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★ 5

I’ve been to a lot of gyms, but this one seriously stands out. Everything is brand new, super clean, and well-organized. The staff is really friendly and always willing to help, whether it’s with form, equipment, or just motivation. There’s a great mix of machines, free weights, and open space for functional training.

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★ 5

I had a BLAST at the grand opening! Cant wait to go back! Friendly staff, clean facilities, new equipment, awesome atmosphere

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★ 5

Beautiful new state of the art gym! Everyone was so helpful and friendly. So much to offer under one roof! Awesome pickle ball courts.

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★ 5

Great place to workout right before your day starts, amazing classes as well!

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★ 5

Great, clean and pretty strong place. I advice everybody to join that place. Amazing👍

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★ 5

Great gym! They have amazing equipment and quality you won’t find anywhere. Including a pickle ball court. Amazing atmosphere I love it there!!

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★ 5

This place is absolutely amazing. They have equipment you can't find anywhere else and the staff is very friendly. This is the first place I have used a personal trainer and it was the best decision I have ever made. I defintely recommend you stop by and see what this place has to offer at a very reasonable price. Well done Freehold Athletic Club.

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★ 5

I love this gym, and it is one of the best places to go work out at. The people are so nice and the equipment is brand new! The pickleball is one of a kind and a great place to go hang out with friends and have fun. Definitely recommend it!

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★ 5

This gym is amazing!! It’s so clean and the classes are the best! I did a weight lifting class this past week and it was a great workout! My husband and I are very impressed by the gym and thankful they are now apart of the community!

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★ 5

I have been to a countless number of different fitness centers and Freehold Athletic Club is by far the best. They have all up to date equipment that focus on a variety of different training styles. The gym is always clean and has great staff. Plus, the pickle ball courts are a great attraction and very unique. It should also be noted that this gym is open 24/7 ! It is rare to find a fitness center like Freehold Athletic Club. I highly recommend !

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★ 5

Fantastic grand opening; cannot wait to come back!

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★ 5

Was around today to check it out. Very clean and very wheelchair accessible.

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★ 5

Fai has to be the beat pickleball instructor in New Jersey. I was contacted almost immediately and was taught with patience and practical application. I am very grateful to have found them and will recommend playing
here to everyone! You will surely enjoy yourself

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★ 3

Brand new building, same old problems. The ‘older female with blonde hair’ that EVERYONE is complaining has a condescending attitude. If you're miserable, be miserable at the food court. Good vibes only at this gym!

It’s disappointing that after leaving Club Metro, the staff issues weren’t cleaned up - do we need DOGE get involved to clean out wasteful disgusting employees - I think so.

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★ 5

Super clean and so much variety!

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★ 2

Very disappointed when my wife and I went on opening weekend after many delays.
-The staff at front desk were impatient when they found out we didn't know an app was required to enter
-The locker room area was tiny and there was no room on small bench to place bag if another person was already sitting
-the lights were set to extreme brightness you couldn't look up
-The gym was very small and cramped
-Much of the equipment was old and used
-we decided to quit membership after trying it for a week but they not only charged us for the full month, but also the entire next month
-They should not marketed this place as a lifestyle equivalent gym for our area

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★ 5

My friends at AOSMI just opened a physical therapy clinic inside of this gym and WOW! This facility is huge, pristine and the equipment is state of the art. They have people cleaning actively… the bathrooms/locker rooms are clean and spacious and they have an incredible pickleball court inside as well! 10/10 would definitely become a member here! I must also call out the friendly front desk staff!

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★ 5

We had a blast! The axe masters are fabulous, and the games were a lot of fun.

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★ 4

A few growing pains but cool

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★ 5

I have been very pleased with the new facility.
Staffed has been very friendly & Lisa the assistant manager is always a pleasure & helpful. Very clean gym & atmosphere is great

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★ 5

Love the new facility!! The equipment is great for all kinds of workouts, and the staff has been nothing but helpful to me in every way. Couldn’t recommend it more!

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★ 1

If I could leave a 0 star rating I would. The customer service is abysmal. Lisa the manager was extremely rude and condescending. As a newer business you would think ensuring customer service and satisfaction would be of the upmost importance. The business that promised to be open months prior and presale members were forced to make other accordions due to that would rather keep money than do the right thing and refund for services the customer did not receive and or use. Extremely disgusted. Go to any other gym.

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★ 1

Avoid this gym if you value good customer service and fair policies. I had an extremely frustrating experience canceling my membership despite following their procedures, they made it unnecessarily complicated. The staff was rude and dismissive trying to get help. It’s clear they care more about squeezing money out of members than providing a good experience. Equipment is from their old location with some new additions that are cheap and not for experienced athletes. Save yourself the headache and look elsewhere. There are plenty of better gyms in freehold area!

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★ 4

Good place

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★ 4

Great new gym, nice range of equipment and amenities but already issues arising. Locker rooms are always a mess and cleaning crew isn’t there till after 8. Wi-Fi always causes issues with FAC app when entering. Some equipment already having issues. I think when there is no staff the people don’t care and it makes the gym feel less than it is or could be

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★ 3

To begin…

Machines - While they are brand new and “state of the art” Most feel incredibly over complicated and uncomfortable failing to hit the correct muscle group.
A good portion of the machines feel like they were made for someone under 5’8”. I’m not that tall, but as a 5’11” dude I have trouble fitting on some of the machines even after adjusting them. Specifically the row machines, they are WAY to close to the rear mirrors, but again, am finding my self hanging off the rear of the bench because of how small it is.
There a a total of 4 different variations of weight plates spread randomly through the gym. While it isn’t a big difference, there not all exactly the same and often result in imbalances in the workout.
Personally, what I believe to be the biggest issue are the chairs in the dumbbell area. When preforming any overhead exercise I constantly find myself sliding off the seat of the chair. The bottom portion of the chair cannot be adjusted at its maximum height resulting in a flat surface to sit and nothing that pushes you towards the rear of the bench.

Management- The lower level staff are all very welcoming and a pleasure to deal with. My complaint is with one person in the specific. The short, blond older female manager. Myself along with countless other customers have experienced her rude and dismissive attitude dating back to club metro and still have to walk in to see her.

Ultimately, I think the issues listed above are not examples of laziness or irresponsibly allocated funds. I think the gym is in its earliest state and needs time to get the issues ironed out. Until then recommend sticking with neighboring gyms like Jersey strong or planet fitness

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★ 5

This gym is amazing, it's got everything. All new, very clean, and the staff is extremely helpful.

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★ 5

State of the Art equipment, clean, great customer service and Awesome Pickleball courts.

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★ 5

A Game-Changer for Fitness and Fun! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I recently joined Freehold Athletic Club, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best fitness centers I’ve ever experienced! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a modern, clean, and welcoming atmosphere that immediately sets the tone for a great workout or pickleball game.

The pickleball courts are top-notch—well-maintained, and designed for players of all levels. The facility offers plenty of opportunities to play, train, and connect with others who share a love for the game.

The health club amenities are equally impressive. The gym is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment, the group fitness classes are energizing and diverse, and the trainers are knowledgeable and encouraging.

The staff goes above and beyond to create a friendly and supportive environment and the entire facility is spotless, well-organized, and designed with members’ needs in mind.

If you're looking for a first-class fitness center that combines high-quality amenities with a welcoming community, this is the place for you! Highly recommend checking it out—you won’t be disappointed!

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★ 5

The new Freehold Athletic Club is just fantastic! The amenities and upgrades are really sweet. The pickleball courts are top notch ! I highly recommend this club for all families and athletes to join 👍

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★ 5

Clean , great atmosphere, great service

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★ 5

What an amazing gym. Top notch equipment, friendly knowledgeable staff, very clean and INDOOR pickle ball!! What more can you ask for

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★ 5

Really great variety of equipment. The lighting introduced me to muscles I never knew I had. Definitely helps to see what you’re doing and how it targets the muscle. Really friendly staff. So excited for my transformations to come through my time at FAC.

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★ 5

Great job ! Extremely friendly/helpful staff and great equipment. Happy to have this as my new home gym.

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Website reads they are open 4A-midnight. Went to check it out today (2/8/25) at 615P. The rudest employee (female, long blonde hair) literally kicked me & my two kids out the door. Would not even let us in for 3 minutes to see inside. According to employee (declined to give us her name) the website hours are wrong and the place is only going to be staffed like 8A-5P. Would not let me get a word in - just pushed us out the door. To the owners of this place? 1) You made it easy for us to go sign up at Iron Revolution in Freehold (three memberships you lost). 2) Your employees are who you are, like it or not. Could not imagine a worse employee to be the face of my business than this mouthy, young lady. 3) Really need to get it together regarding what’s online versus what’s reality in your club. I wish I could comment on the facility but we never got a chance to look at it! You think she would have at least apologized & asked us to come back tomorrow or another day? Keep this one on staff! Lol! Prediction - will be out of business by 2026 with employees like this one running the show. Good luck. You’re gonna need it…

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