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Definitely much better experience since renovations. better environment to workout

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I absolutely love Anthony's class! Never miss it

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Vinyasa flow yoga class with Alicia Cruz is the absolute bestttt. It brings me joy just by thinking I’m gonna take it hahaha. I would love so much to have it also another extra day in the week cause it’s just so good.

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love the open layout , but its needs to be updated specially the treadmills, i wanted to give a shout out to the spanish trainer quirsy . She really motives me for the workout really care about her clients , she makes sure everything is organize, i could see she a hard worker. i would reccomend her for personal training. they should give towels for the members and get updated machines

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★ 5

I went to NYSC for a tour. The young man at the desk was professional, knowledgeable and courteous. He gave me a tour and provided answers to my questions. He was willing to listen and to help me orient to the layout of the club. I appreciate all that he did to make me feel that I made the right choice by choosing NYSC at 125th St. Harlem.

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★ 5

The new equipment upgrade is amazing which made me return and the fact they open at 5am should be 24//7 but I’ll settle.

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★ 4

Great gym like the equipment some of the cardio machines need repairing but overall had a good experience, really like the sauna.

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It was my first time taking a class at the gym and it so happened to be Alicia’s yoga session. Her class was extremely engaging, inclusive and supportive. Alicia ensured everyone maintained proper form, while keeping a direct and encouraging demeanor. I appreciate her attention to detail and how she pays attention to every individual in her class while working through our flow. I will be back to see Alicia every Thursday of availability allows!

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★ 5

Thursday morning yoga with Alicia is the best way to end the week!

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★ 4

Experience was great, no complaints. I had a good workout.

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EQUIPMENT IS CONSTANTLY BROKEN AND IN NEED OF THE SAUNA! I DO BELIEVE THAT IT IS UNFAIR THAT CORPORATE ALLOWS MEMBERSHIP PRICING TO SKY ROCKET AND WANT TO CHARGE LATE FEES ON THE DAY OF AND THE EQUIPMENT IS BROKEN! Staff tries their hardest to help but I know it's higher than them!

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Alicia is a Great yoga teacher, she is very kind and patient with her students. I am very happy she teaches at NYSC. My friend Anika feels the same way too Anika does not have Google so she ask me to compliment Alicia for her in my post, we both greatly appreciate Alicia.

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Best gym on 125th!

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Love my classes with Tamara! She keeps us working hard, in the right way, with attention to form and technique. Love the vibe she brings to NYSC!

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Alicia is an awesome instructor! When I first began the class I thought it was hard and wouldn’t be able to do it. But Alicia’s instruction and moves gave me the confidence to achieve it. Def take her class ✨

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First day was a charm, I really was excited to start my fitness journey gave me a lot of motivation and energy...

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Equipment need to be prepared quicker when they breakdown..Seriously

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★ 5

Nice gym

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The equipment is clean and new, love the set up and location.

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Great place with amazing customer service

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★ 5

Hands down TJ one of the BEST instructors I’ve ever trained with! She’s tough (in the best way), motivating, and makes sure you’re moving with the right form. You can tell she truly knows what she’s doing and has put years of dedication into her craft — her body is goals! She’s passionate, and she brings that same drive into every class. Even when I feel like I’m dying, she pushes me to keep going and somehow makes it enjoyable at the same time. Overall, she is fantastic and I would recommend her to anyone who wants an instructor that will challenge you, inspire you, and keep you loving your workouts. Shout out to TJ!!! I Love her!

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★ 5

Staff friendly and highly professional

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★ 5

I take as many of Mark's 6:00am classes as I can. They are usually fully booked, so you have to sign up early. What can be described as a "power ride" sets the tone for my day and keeps me energized until bedtime. He is very welcoming and attentive to class participants - newcomers and regulars alike. There is an immediate family-like atmosphere in the spin studio.

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I am a Senior member of NYSC for many years. I do not workout too extensively but when I do I really have a hearty appetite after finishing😀lol

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★ 5

Peace I hadn't been in the gym in months I really thought the two well mannered and very professional ladies gave me express service an I really enjoied my workout an I went back today it was two african American ladies one dark skin with glasses and the other was light skinned with black frame glasses both of those ladies need to be rewarded some how for have a pleasant an easily manageable an client friendly from desk u go ladies great job!!! This type of additudes are rare an NYC has 2 gems their

Thank Again I'm sorry I couldn't remember their names but I came in yesterday I'm sure it won't be hard with my description of the 2 ladies get the desk at tha time thank u

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Mark Bailey’s spin classes are like no other. Don’t let Les Mills Mess this up. Music first and foremost gets you motivated to work, intensity second is exactly what the class should be.

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★ 4

Laura is an amazing and caring instructor. I enjoy her class to the max. She's very charismatic and makes the class fun. Im always looking forward to seeing her on Saturday's.

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Terrible ventilation system, especially near the cardio machines. You’re dying from the heat, not a single breeze in the 300-thousand-degree summer heat of New York. You can even start to feel sick.

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★ 5

Staff are very friendly, bathrooms are pristine. There are a variety of fitness classes, helpful trainers, and a comfortable atmosphere for recreation and socialization. 10/10!

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★ 4

It was good to be back in my gym. Loved the variety of machines they have and the staff was cool too.The environment is way better than planet. One thing I would say is they should really consider swapping out the free motion brand leg extension and lying hamstring curl machines for some other brand. I feel like you can’t get a full range of motion on those two machines regardless of the adjustment. It stops short of extension preventing you from getting a full contraction. But I’ll be back tomorrow.

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Great coach, I learnt new techniques from Chris today, which reflected in my pumps. He is patient and cool and I am sure I will look great in no time with Chris.

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Great service

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They updated the gym but forgot that not everyone is heave lifting. There used to be a machine park course that is gone, it was perfect for people who don’t do free weights. They put the stretching and warm up floor mats in the middle of the gym. Someone was smoking to much ganja when this was done. Get it straight, this is a mess.

I have to give an update, I’m not happy with the new layout, but all staff is friendly and helpful.

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★ 5

Great new look more spacious and updated equipment awesome workout

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★ 4

I think they have a fine facility w great staff.
I.like the punctuality of the opening staff in the mornings.nice group of workout folks in the early am.

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★ 5

Love my gym. Is close and convenient. Great instructors and the best part is the sauna. I wish we had more classes because I only have access to the 125th location. But all the improvements seem to be working.

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★ 5

Always open on time staff is very nice and helpful and a pleasure to talk to

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My experience at the New York Sports club on 125 in very Good, with the staff and team members. They are pleasant and knowledgeable.

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★ 5

Today was my first cycling class ever. It couldn't have been a better experience! Mark is an amazing instructor who made me feel comfortable as soon as I arrived to class. He helped me set up on the bike and explained everything step by step. The music brought great energy into the room. It was more challenging than I expected but an incredibly rewarding workout. Thank you, Mark

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★ 5

The brotherhood and support in this gym and community are unmatched. Greatful to be able to workout here

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★ 5

Easy purchase of a two week pass!

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★ 5

Staff that assisted me was nice and maintained professional. She has the knowledge with working with people's.

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I like the new machines. The locker room is still a wreck. They need to replace the old lockers

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★ 4

I like this club, the front desk is extremely nice, and the place is clean and accommodating, but the lighting is depressing, and the silence give no vibe.
Make sure your headset is fully charged!

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★ 4

I've been a member for quite sometime and I am very happy with my membership...Yours truly!

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★ 4

Today was my first day there and I enjoyed the space. Nothing fancy just filled with good workout equipment.

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★ 5

I like this club. But I chose it because it has group classes and they have only Monday and Tuesday. Many people want to come in the EVENING and it's inconvenient only twice!!! There needs to be more group classes in the evenings!

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Always something wrong with NYSC. Broken elevators. Why charge someone the annual fee and also charge $5.00 for freezing your account? Why increase my charges without my knowledge

UPDATE: FITNESS FACTORY HAVE SAUNAS AND CLASSES. NYSC!!!! Give me back my annual fee you deducted out of my account without my knowledge after freezing my account since February 2025

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★ 4

The showers aren't too clean and for the price the space it's very small

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★ 5

It was awesome and clean I love it here

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★ 5

Very nice hospitality, courteous, helpful front desk receptionist is awesome...

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★ 5

I had fun

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Greatest

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THE ATMOSPHERE WAS(IS) GREAT!! EVEN THOU THE ELEVATOR WAS NOT WORKING!

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Clean, nice club with a friendly vibe. I went there at 2:30 for an appointment with Chaney with whom I had been texting with wasn’t there.
Lamont who was there by himself gave me a crash tour (Thank you!) then I did an upper body workout.

I had questions about operating a couple machines that have different operational configurations than I’m used to at my old gym that he didn’t have the answer to so in essence it would have been nice to meet with the person I thought I was going to meet and get all my questions answered. And that person should know how to operate the assault bikes, rowers, ski pulls, etc.

Overall, it’s a nice gym with nice people and I joined. It has all the equipment anyone could want except they do need some more dumbbells in the 20-30 lb range. Very happy with the introductory offer and how close it is to home.

Update 5/24/25 Been working out here almost a month, great staff, clean and going on off hours when people are at work I can find the lighter weights I need. Great water pressure in the showers! Shout out to Lamont! 🤓

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★ 5

Excellent gym experience. Handsomely revamped, allowing the brand new fitness equipment to sit generously in the expansive rooms. All that remains is to fix the lockers.

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★ 5

From the moment I got off of the elevator, I was greeted with a smile. The atmostphere is very friendly and professional. I was made to feel very comfortable. My session with Nikki was amazing!! She took time to listen and learn about me and what my goals are. Her directions we clear and concise. We had a good conversation about overall health and wellness.

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★ 5

Great experience and excellent staff!

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★ 5

Great gym. They did a renovation that made the gym look better and more spacious. However, not sure if it’s the members or the quality of the machines that don’t last a week. They need to do better by maintaining the machines.

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★ 5

I had a great experience. The gym was clean and professional.

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★ 5

So far great experience, the staff is nice, pleasant and very welcoming. Great environment! And my trainer Mr. Tice is Amazing.

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Best community in Harlem

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★ 5

The gym is 1000 times better than it was before…

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ITS GREAT ALL OVER NYC YES!!!

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★ 5

New York Sports Club located on 125th in Harlem New York. They have updated all their equipment the place looks great 2025 . The space is aesthetic statically pleasing.

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FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE & GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE .

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4/12/25 - The 125th Street Harlem gets crowded on Saturday but it's clean and most of the equipment has upgraded

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★ 5

Chardel body pump classes are great and full of energy, he explains and demonstrates the workout before hand and give examples of modified versions of the workout. His music selection keeps you pumped and ready to work and sweat. Highly recommend this class.

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I like the gym and new equipment. You have e taken paper towels out of the restroom so there is no way for memebers to clean up after themselves. You also no longer get have regular locker attendants. This creates an unsanitary environment. When I joined 20 years ago there were better amenities and the price made sense. I just decreased my membership from passport because you don’t offer enough now for the cost at least give paper towels.

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Great spin class with Mark and the sub Nicki!

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Had an amazing Pilates mat workout with Latonya!!

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★ 5

New York sports club is a good place to work out in especially in New York because the place is always clean and smells good regardless on how many people use the gym this is possible because there's always somebody working around the clock to keep the restrooms and the entire place clean and free from germs which is unlike a few gyms I have walked into and almost slipped in somebody snot and sweat that was left all over the floors after the first waves of people got done working out before me and the restroom smelled like somebody's arm pit mixed with urine and a little poop washed away with soap. New York sports club is a blessing to stay healthy especially here in New York City.

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Horrible management. Melissa will say one thing on the phone and another in messages. I haven’t used the gym in 2 yrs and can’t cancel it because she is lying. Had to cancel my card and contact the fraud department. DO NOT TALK TO MELISSA. She pretends to be nice but she is lying and stealing money from innocent people.

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★ 5

Gym is great. Lamont (who gave me the tour) was awesome and cool as well as the rest of the staff!

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Biggest complaint is…they are seriously lacking 20 - 40lbs dumbbells. They don’t own 20 lbs dumbbells at al! I regret leaving Blink for this gym. The membership is twice as much along with an annual charge. They don’t offer towel service when other NYSCs do. They don’t have enough cleaning stations for the machine. Most of their men’s lockers need serious attention.

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IT WAS A DECENT EXPERIENCE.

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Lockers need to be fixed
No toilet paper sometimes

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I love the makeover. The Jim has gone through wonderful new equipment. They just need to get those lockers in the locker rooms fixed

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★ 5

Love the improvements to the gym. The staff is the best. Great environment.

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★ 5

Friendly and welcoming staff, specifically Tyce. He always brings good vibes and gives encouragement to gym members. Highly recommend this location for beginners and even advanced athletes.

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Terrible business with terrible business practices. They are not transparent about their contracts and will misrepresent what is in their contract in order to get you to sign. It is shady and I regret ever doing business with them. Please please please read your emailed contract since they do not provide you a paper one at the time you sign. We asked to cancel my husband’s contract last year and they convinced us to just put it on hold without informing us that we are still subjected to the annual fee with the membership in hold. Then we get charged with an annual fee that they are unwilling to refund.

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★ 5

Greatest gym i ever am a part of

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★ 5

Latonya is a great trainer please have her offer more classes at this location

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★ 5

We have new machines
Gym looking brand new right now so come and join....

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I have been coming to nysc on 125st gym for over 10 years! It's gotten a facelift but still need to do better! 1. The sauna has not had a light for a month now! 2 the sauna seem to be cutting off all the time and there is this alarm that keeps on coming on that cuts off and the h sauna, The lockers are mostly broken,, the men's bathroom is always dirty and the shower are the worst! The sad things it's only like this in Harlem! You go downtown and it's keep so clean! I really think it's because most of us at gym are black so they really don't care to keep it up! No other gym NYSC is like this!! I hope they try to do better

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★ 5

Mark is a wonderful instructor! Its always a great class and an amazing experience!

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I have inquired at least 3 times about the lack of AB equipment and each time been met with excuses. I’m ready to switch to Blink, they have more machines and they’re not always broken down. I won’t have to worry about a strange man following me up the stairs because the elevator doesn’t work and can get a proper ab workout.

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3 stars for the new equipment, recent (ongoing) renovation and trainer Tyce who is always friendly. HOWEVER, this is the only gym I've ever been to that doesn't have an adequate supply of dumbbells. There is only ONE (1) 20 lb. dumbbell. You got that right, not a set of 1, just 1. ZERO (0) 25 lb. dumbbells, and many others that are mix matched. Most gyms have a minimum of two sets of each weight; however, there is usually only one set of weights here. They got rid of alot of the dumbbells after renovation and have yet to replace them. It's been over 2 months now.

Also, why are there no calf raise machines and only one incline Bench Press?

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Love this location! The front desk are so friendly and super helpful when it comes to keeping the location clean. Love the updates that have happened here too, it's my go to spot now.

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★ 5

Staff is always pleasant and the facilities are always nice and clean. I just miss having the towels like some of the other locations

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I’ve been a member of this NYSC for two years and for the majority of that time, the gym was in rough shape and left a lot to be desired. The equipment was old, the machines were worn down and the elevator was out of service for months—as if this location had been forgotten. The staff was always great and personable and atmosphere there was always good but over time the poor conditions turned me off. I upgraded to the “passport” membership so I could train at the 91st Street location which had much better equipment and amenities.

Recently - while running errands on 125th, I stopped in for a quick session not expecting much and was shocked at how well they renovated the space. It’s way more open and better organized, with new equipment — cardio machines, cable machines, squat racks, push, pull stations to name a few. Honestly I couldn’t stop smiling—it felt good knowing Harlem residents finally had access to a gym like this.

The locker rooms still look the same and I hope they get upgraded too but overall I’m happy to be working out here again and appreciate the improvements.

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Half the men’s lockers don’t work! Gym location is convenient though

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Too late to redo the gym. Fitness factory coming next to you so now you decided to fix all your equipment… shame on you nysc been there since 2012 when 86th street was there but 125th make me cancel my membership in 2024. We are waiting for fineness factory to be open this fall mean while between my building and blink we are fine.
PS blink have lots of your old members I see then when I work out at blink. So sad and stop emailing me to come back with this promotion

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As an almost 8 years member (since 2017) THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU, to whoever FINALLY made the decision to invest in new equipment and re-do the whole gym. I love it! If it’s new management, you guys are doing amazing. I’m actually motivated to workout now lol. I’m simple, all I need is good equipment and I’m happy.

As many of the reviews said this gym had a lot of issues, I never cancelled (contemplated a lot of times) because at this point it felt like home, I know most faces, it’s always the same people working out at this location no matter what time you go. So yeah, now I’m glad I stuck through the bad years 🥹🫶🏼

Dear management, if all you needed was a $10 membership rate you could’ve done this years ago because it is worth it. NOW, if a machine breaks, keep the momentum and fix it right away please. Thank you!

S/o to the staff, they’ve always been great 😊

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★ 5

They just got a bunch of new equipment and the place is always clean, friendly staff, and fellow gym goers

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I’ve been coming here for about a year and at first it was rough. All the reviews about broken elevators and equipment were true. I didn’t mind the elevator though since the stairs were a light warmup. But the gym has made great improvements since. They recently got new equipment and beautifully reorganized. It’s usually much less crowded than the other gyms around. While the other NYSCs have declined, this has improved.

HOWEVER, the men’s lockers are mostly broken and the sauna looks like a horror movie.

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The elevator has been broken for over a year and they increased membership fees. There are two elevators. One or both have been consistently broken for over a year.

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Positive: Friendly staff, mostly clean place.
Negative: Poorly-equipped, machines broken, parts missing. Nobody cares about misbehaviour of many members, e.g., phones in sauna, people drying their sweaty clothes in sauna, loud music in sauna and bathroom, people shaving in bathroom - extremely disturbing when you are used to relaxing sauna culture.

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Horrible place. They never open on time and waited 45 minutes on a Saturday morning for someone to open the Gym. Very unprofessional place.

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This gym has potential, really big space! Which makes it even more frustrating. Where do I even start?

Elevators: These elevators are the most sketchy elevators ever. As someone who has personally has been stuck on this elevator, it is terrifying to get on. You will
Be shaking the entire time you are on it. And that’s best case scenario. Worse case scenario, it’s shut down, so you have to go around the corner outside up the most pissed stench 5 flight of stairs ever. It’s dark, unsafe, and very dangerous! I’ve even seen a crackhead trying to get in the stairwell before. Ohh yea, the entrance of the stairwell is completely unguarded too. So better be on high alert. Oh yea they might say it’s fixed now. Don’t let them fool you, it’s not.

Equipment: They actually do have a lot of equipment and machines BUT, they are so outdated. Everything is ripped, old, busted, weights don’t have labels either. So are you lifting 25lbs or 30lbs, the world may never know. Actually that’s a joke, because believe it not, I really don’t think this gym has 25lbs dumbbells. Seriously, I have been here for about a year, I go about 3 times a week. I have never seen a 25lbs dumbbell. Literally like I’m serious. I’m willing to bet, if you go on a tour of the gym, and ask to see a 25lb dumbbell, they would not be able to show you one.

Cleanliness: I’m truly baffled on how they are always out of wipes. Is it really that hard? So if you want to use a machine that has someone else butt sweat on it, guess you can’t clean it.

Towel service: haha, nope none here

Classes: Classes here are cool. My gf likes the cycling class with Mark. But he doesn’t have that many classes. There’s other classes as well, and they are included in the membership, so that’s cool. Hence the the only reason it’s not a one star

Price: I pay $50 a month.

Such a shame, because the people who go here are nice! But I guess because it’s predominantly Black and Brown members. They won’t invest in it.

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Gym should just be closed no remake or anything shut it down. Glad I cancelled my membership

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I’ve been going to this location for at least 5 years now pre and post covid and the quality of service has gone down immensely. The elevator is almost always down and you’ll have to use the creepy back stairs to walk up 8 flights before starting your workout, there’s no more towel services, sometimes there aren’t any wipes, or machines are down for weeks. I will say I continue to go due to convenience and the staff is very friendly, Ms J at the front desk is always sweet, the two trainers Ty and Quirsy are very nice and helpful even if you aren’t their client, they’ll make sure to assist you if you ask for help or have any questions about a machine or workout. Other than that, I wouldn’t say it’s worth the monthly fee, hopefully it’ll get better

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My review isn’t about the quality of the gym because that needs a lot of work!!!! but about one of the trainers. Quirsy is an amazing trainer! From the moment you step into the gym, she greets you with a warm smile and a friendly demeanor. Her extensive knowledge of fitness, coupled with her accommodating and caring nature truly sets her apart. I’ve been training with her for over a year, and during that time, I’ve sustained some unrelated injuries. Quirsy was able to tailor my workouts to work around them, ensuring I could continue working out and progressing safely. If you choose her as your trainer, you won't be disappointed!

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Only reason I’m giving 3 stars is because of the great fitness instructor (Ms. T) and the fact that compared to the 10 dollar gyms locally, NYSC has more amenities and more space .

I love NYSC as a franchise , it just seems the Harlem location is the ugly stepchild that they don’t care to invest in. Lack of elevators was ok at first . But it got old fast. Lack of functioning sauna also got old fast. NYSC compensated letting Harlem members go to any other location locally, but at that point it defeats the whole purpose of me joining the one in Harlem which is close to my work.

Don’t think it’s a brand issue . Just think it’s a Harlem issue. Everytime we get something decent it never compares to it’s counterparts below 96th street. 😔

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This location needs a lot of work! Love that it’s never that crowded but, it is difficult when you need more weight options and availability. However, Quirsy the female trainer is so, so so kind and has a beautiful, warming energy. You can tell she truly cares about her clients and I always notice that. Her energy is awesome. She’s also very friendly with everyone at the gym. She goes out of her way to say hi and acknowledge people.

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Horrible experience. No elevator. Walk up 6 flights of steps. No towels. Mouse trap by door entrance. Need new weights in studio. Two Starz only because of instructor. Just raggedy

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I have been attending this gym for several years. It has been in decline for most of those years. The gym—particularly the locker room— is usually unclean. Sometimes when I need to wash my hands I can’t even get hot water. The elevator has been disrupted for more than a year and patrons are sometimes forced to use the stairwell, which is filthy and dark.

I have seen elderly and disabled patrons try to climb up 4-5 floors of stairs to work out. It is also not well-lit, which makes it dangerous for all clients, even during the day. If it were not for my trainer, Quirsy, I would have cancelled my membership long ago.

Quirsy is an excellent trainer. She is friendly, helpful, and considerate. While many of the staff are cold or indifferent, I have noticed that Quirsy is friendly to everyone. It is not a surprise that she has many—if not most—of the clients who need training at this club. Not only does she have a friendly demeanor (she speaks to everyone in both English and Spanish), she generally cares about the patrons, whether they are her clients are not. Though I would not recommend the club for the reasons I’ve already mentioned, if you do join I recommend you work with Quirsy if you need a trainer.

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Hi My name is Roberto and I ve been in the gym for 20 years and I think the 125 nysclub can do better at this stage I think the power that been don't want it to get better this is Harlem and we have been loyal for as long as I can remember we as members deserve better and I ASK my self why this is happening to us please 🙏 I ask please once again be loyal to us as we have been to you all this years your staff are Profesional but we get cut up in all the drama that gym brings to the plate there would always be criticism. Envy. Jelosy. Gossip people hating on other because they are better than or work harder than I seen it all is part of the world fitness they are people that have better personality than others and that would cause Envy and Jelosy in this environment but waths is important is that you get the job done I ask the powers that be treat us better we deserve more we been loyal to you all for a good amount of years thank you.

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★ 5

I have been going to the gym for the last 6 months. I am very happy with my personal trainer Quirsy who is very warm, supportive and professional. I have already lost 13 pounds working with her and she has gently and supportively helped me significantly build up my stamina and my strength. She is positive and energetic and gives one a sense of friendship and encouragement. I strongly recommend her...to anyone looking for a good professional supportive trainer.

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★ 4

I've been going to this location for about 5 years now and the place is decent. Athough it only has one floor, it is very spacious and has all of the necessary equipment you need whether you're a beginner or an advanced lifter. There are plenty of cardio machines to choose from as well as a green tarped area in case you dont want to use machines all of time.

The trainers there are great and are very friendly with the members of the gyms. Quirsy, one of the head trainers there, is very welcoming and is appreciated by members of the gym. You can tell that she is very attentive when working with her clients and takes pride in her work as a trainer. She cares the safety of the members and the upkeep of the gym as I often see her kindly reminding members put back the equipment once they are done using it.

My only negative about the location is that they have had elevator troubles consistently for the past year. While they do have people coming to fix it, it still seems like its always an issue. When its not running, you're forced to walk around the corner, enter through the side entrance, and then proceed to walk up 5 flights of steps since the gym floor sits above magic johnson theatre. Aside from that, I continue to call this my home gym.

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★ 4

My trainer Qurisy Acosta has changed my life for the better. I have grown in confidence and self belief.When I first came to her my knee was hurting me and she helped me get through it and come out stronger.At 55 years young I can do pull ups and dips. I would have pnever imagined.She don’t believe in letting you feeling sorry for yourself.She is amazing!!!!

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★ 5

NYSC is one of the best gyms that I have been to in Harlem. There are many available WORKING cardio and muscle building machines when I come. Not too pack and the employees are very friendly always acknowledging me and my progress. Especially Quirsy the Latina who have personally assisted me in my Transformation helping me to build my chest, and lose weight and giving me the knowledge and confidence I have been looking for. HIGHLY recommend her!

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★ 4

The Spanish trainer is “ PHENOMENAL” she worked me to the bone. She understands technicalities in the workout regime. She applies herself in all aspects including all areas including maintenance which does not pertain to her. She truly “ CARES”. I TOTALLY RECOMMEND HER!!!

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★ 3

The 125th St New York Sports Club has always been poorly managed. Paying members are forced to use a dangerous, dark, disgusting, back stairwell to access the gym because 90% of the time the elevator isn't operational and hasn't been for years. This is illegal in numerous ways but particularly perilous and dangerous for paying members. A bright spot of the club are a few of the trainers. One of those trainers is Quirsy. A wonderful, talented, supportive and knowledgeable professional who guided me to strengthening problem areas where I had arthritis. Instead of going to physical therapy I took information from a PT appointment, checked with my doctor and compared notes with Quirsy. Then I asked Quirsy for a corrective and strengthening program to address my issue. After several weeks, I literally no longer had arthritic pain and eventually, with the strength I gained from my sessions with Quirsy I no longer had arthritis. Separately, I lost weight, gained muscle and was in the best shape I had been in in years. Quirsy was patient, responsive and really knew what she was doing. She also has a way with all members she encounters during our sessions. Lastly, I have always been impressed that Quirsy takes the time and feels responsible for returning weights and equipment to their original locations. This is something that management ignores. While management and corporate are negligent, I have found a few bright spots at the gym that cause me to maintain my membership for now.

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★ 3

Gym management here is not great if we are being honest. Elevators frequently broken and members have to walk up the shady back stairs, making the gym inaccessible to elderly and/or disabled people. However, nysc earned three stars for the amazing trainer Quirsy who works at this location! She has helped me and countless others reach fitness goals that I thought were not possible. She is so attentive and motivating during our sessions. Even when I am not directly training with her she gives guidance to help maximize my workouts. Plus she is a lovely and friendly person who makes the gym a comfortable and pleasant space to be in. Quirsy is the reason I still come to this gym!!

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★ 4

It’s a pretty basic gym with all the equipment you’ll ever need to build your body. The best part of the gym is the staff. Especially QUIRCY!!!. She’s super professional and very welcoming. She says hello to everyone and goes above and beyond to make your work out a great one.

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★ 3

Yes, the machines look bad, ripped cushion, etc. And there are very few amenities, and they easily run out of paper towels, soap, etc. And there's no steam room, and the sauna is off line.
But the other members are wonderful and I've made a lot of friends.
And best of all is my excellent trainer, Quirsy, who is so knowledgeable, works in great detail, and has truly transformed how I work out.
In spite of the lack of elevators, the condition of the machines, etc I'm staying there.
Please pardon the typos.
R

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★ 2

I’ve been going here for a year now and it’s been a great gym. Unfortunately I work 12 hour shifts so the morning is the only time I have available to go to the gym but the opener always seems to be running late. So I end up not being able to workout in the mornings. If they can’t be there on time then they shouldn’t be opening. The elevators are ALWAYS down and never seem to get fixed.

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★ 1

Yet another day when 30 minutes after the gym is scheduled to open and the gym remains closed as there is no employee on the premises to open. This has happened multiple times.

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★ 2

Straight up mediocre gym for how much I have to pay. What sucks is this place has a ton of potential. I will say, despite what others have commented, I think the place is pretty clean especially for a NYC gym and almost every time I go there I see people cleaning. If it’s dirty it’s because gym goers are not respecting the space or cleaning up after themselves, not the fault of the staff. The place also seems a little understaffed, so I can totally understand and completely forgive why the place is not super tidy all the time. Here are my complaints: I’ve never been to a gym that doesn’t have enough barbells for their own equipment. And they also don’t have enough pins for all of their selectorized machines. Be prepared to buy your own cable attachments and barbell clips on top of what you’d be paying for a membership because there are not enough and half of them are in bad shape. Also, the elevators are constantly down so you’re gonna have to walk up several big flights of stairs to even get in (ie this place is not accesible if that is a concern for you). Dumbbell selection is also poor if you’re looking for amy thing under 50lbs, and never organized. Half of the fixed barbells aren’t labeled so you don’t know the weight. People are constantly wandering around trying to find the dumbbells they’re looking for. If I had another gym option I’d use it. Tbh they should be giving partial refunds or something for membership prices with how poorly they’ve been running this place lately. Such a shame, If they fixed these obvious issues this place would actually be great.

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★ 1

Elevators are usually out so be prepared for a long walk upstairs. No towels. Lots of machines not working. Hard to ever find anyone who works at the club.

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★ 1

How can you can workout with all issues . Unacceptable and fix the gym or close it like the rest of nysc. Been with nysc since 2012 and got worse. And fitness factory coming right next to you in august and still no improvement… the little bit of people left is waiting for that gym to open up. Also the Spanish trainer is so talkative and get involved in personal life of others. And she always think people is trying to take her boyfriend and every women that works out around her boyfriend she harassed them. This is why people don’t hire who is related to you cause of conflict like this. Please check this lady there is 4 ladies in changing room talking how aggressive she is and nothing happen to me but I kind of feel her energy. The guy trainer is so warm and welcoming and positive she need to take notes from him 📝

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★ 2

Dirty bathroom and unusable showers and definite gym equipment issues but absolutely worst of all the elevators are ALWAYS broken (for years) and you have to take a dirty sketchy set of stairs up 5 flights. Does not at all feel safe. Allows anyone off the street in the gym. I have complained many times as a lot of people have but the issue is not addressed.

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★ 1

Management has made the NYSC 125th location it's Ghetto Gym. Because of it's mostly Black & Brown membership it is the worst maintained of all locations. I'm appalled at the conditions we must endure because of our location & race. The elevator has been broken for over a year with no end in site of permanent repair.
This is also the only location with no towel service or toilet seat sanity sheets. The equipment at NYSC 125 is also the last repaired of all gyms.
The blatant racism is reflected in the gym conditions & maintenance & lack of regard for it's members.
I have been a member at this location for over 20 years because it is the most convenient, being told I can go to other locations is a disservice.

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★ 1

This is the worst gym I’ve ever been in. I don’t recommend it for anyone. The bathroom is always dirty. I’m an influencer. I record myself in the gym. They said I cannot do that. That is the policy and that is fine. I canceled my membership. I will never come back to this gym the elevator never worked and they have a very bad customer service they need to do better 👎🏼😡

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★ 1

NYSC this has been like this past years and it’s going down the drain…terrible gym … no maintenance no clean bathroom I don’t know how they think that is ok. Do not go here. Elevator don’t work I am about to cancel my membership this place is horrendous.

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★ 4

What's in a most fitting street name 4 those getting fit as well in this facility?!
Great gym facility, especially once they finish working on the elevators. The equipment is diverse and well-maintained by a team that clearly works well together. Training staff at this location exceeds expectations - it must be an energy of the folks there in that community or neighbor hood or something of that nature.
General NYSC policies like towel service reduction, etc. frame the 4 stars review @Fredrick Douglass location. Thanx.

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★ 3

I loved NYSC for many years. You were always 5-stars to me. Would love to go back, but I’m in Harlem where you don’t offer towels (hence you get 3 starts here).

I’m at a competitors just north (rhymes with ‘Thiink’ who offers towels) but are too incompetent to keep them (and shower soap) stocked… if you get towels, I’m glad to leave them (even though they’re cheaper). I just need towels so I don’t have to carry a wet towels around all day/everyday. (I can’t be the only one who wants this)

I check in every more or so with your front door staff. They always tell me they’re telling you to offer towels. Let me know and I’ll hop over. I’ve been ready for months.

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★ 2

No steam room elevators broken and no towels provided. It's always something with nysc. I regret renewing my membership

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★ 2

I would like to report the Spanish female trainer and speak to corporate i do not want to speak to any manager at this club about it. She has been spreading rumors about me and another member can you kindly get back to me

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★ 3

Love the open layout of this gym, lots of machines and free weights. “Don’t forget to bring a towel!” No towels here, this is the only Manhattan location that does not offer towel service. (Since covid, it’s been 3 years…) 👎
Some of the benches and equipment desperately need reupholstering, most of the lockers are broken, very few accessories for the cable fly and extension machines and the ropes are screaming “replace me!” 😱
The staff was friendly and the elevator reminded me of a slow delapitated carnival ride 🎢
Overall this gym has the potential to be a 5 star gym with a few simple tweaks. Stop being so cheap NYSC 💸

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★ 1

Leg press machine with gaping hole in padding. Overall, the percentage of machines with ripped padding is maybe 20% - 25%. Still unacceptable in my opinion.

Particularly since NYSC is the cause of the increased wear and tear because members from 145th now go to 125th due to lack of equipment at 145th, and this has in the number of people using the equipment at 125th st.

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★ 1

This is the worst state of NYsC. I rejoined almost 2 years ago with promise that there is overhaul being done. NOTHING HAS BEEN FIXED Sauna is disguising, elevator doesn’t work. No towels. I wonder is it due to the location. HARLEM. Don’t we deserve clean amazing gym. We pay for it. Park ave/ 32 str location is stunning. Clean Always. Smells fresh. Provides towels !!!!! Classes are nonexistent in Harlem. The basics. Shameful. We do not need automated reply how sorry you are for the experience. Clearly you do not care bc it’s black hood. Shame on you I’d give zero stars but there is no option.

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★ 2

Good for a basic workout,that's about it. The elevators are out again(Both). Been a nagging issue for awhile. Restrooms,arent well kept,and the benches are coming apart. They should close for a few months and just do an overhaul with everything brand new.On another note GIVE GARY RAISE!

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★ 1

I love the location and the friendly vibes from members and staff. But it’s disappointing how they do not upkeep with maintenance. The sauna which I enjoy pretty much disgusts me as I go day after day and it’s dirty. The elevator when it’s working it’s very slow and every so often does not work so you have to go around the block to go up the stairs where it smells to get to the gym. I’m here because of the classes and the sauna and it’s convenient but otherwise machine wise and cleanliness go to blink if you don’t care about classes and sauna. I truly wish it get better ever since I joined back they keep saying they are fixing the problem but it never does. If a new gym comes around with amenities I would leave in a heartbeat.

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★ 3

The gym overall is good. Many of the machines are needing some attention. For example the padding is cracked or nonexistent on some, some others are missing one or more of the rubber handles, making it uncomfortable or awkward to use the machine. The rope attachments for all the cable machines have seen better days, it would cost $12 each to replace them, so not sure what the issue is there (image attached). I had to tell them they had extension cords out that could be a possible death trap if a dumbbell landed on them (that was fixed). As with all gyms, there are issues that need to be addressed, but NYSC, as I have come to learn, are not the best at this.

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★ 5

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there are things to fix

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★ 1

This gym is well equipped with machines. Unlike 145th st which was stripped of most of its machines to the extent that you now have to wait in line for a machine during peak hours.

I guess people complained so much about 2/3rds of the machines being removed from the 145th St location that they decided not to do the same "upgrade" at the 125tn St location. Instead they decided to let the equipment deteriorate.

Cons
Many machines have ripped cushioning,
There are about 4 olympic bar clips in the entire gym,
The yoga mats are all torn (if you can find one).
There are only four 20lb dumbbells in the entire gym.
Only one elevator which is extremely slow.

Pros
The gym is kept fairly clean.
Good selection of equipment.
They finally start providing soap in the showers again.
They fixed the on/off switch for the sauna.
Great location.
Friendly clientele.

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★ 5

Very friendly atmosphere

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★ 1

Equipments are always broken. Place is run down

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★ 5

Good

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★ 4

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★ 1

Elevators have been broken for weeks. If you are handicapped you cannot access this gym at all.

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