Fleet's Fitness Center

Ontario, 2155 Village Mall Dr, Ontario, OH 44906 | ★ 4.9 (107 Review)

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At Fleets Fitness Center, we’ve been proud to serve Richland County and beyond for over 40 years — building strength, community, and lasting connections along the way.
Our story began in 1983, when Don Van Fleet opened the original Fleets in Shelby, Ohio. A decade later, in 1993, we moved to Ontario, where we spent more than 30 years growing our gym family. In December 2016, ownership passed to Harry Stickelman, who continues to carry forward the same passion and member-first mindset that Fleets was founded on.
In September 2024, we moved into our new home at 2155 Village Mall Dr., Ontario, OH 44906 — a nearly 30,000 sq. ft. facility packed with over 100 pieces of heavy-duty equipment and specialty machines

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Brian Simescu

★ 5

Spent a couple weeks in Ontario, my last week I discovered fleets and was given a free 1 week trial from the owner. Hands down one of the top 3 gyms I’ve ever been to. Thank you for the hospitality!!

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Bri Fox

★ 5

Great gym!

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Logan North

★ 5

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Anthony Ginter

★ 5

EDIT (6/24/25) in my first review, I focused on Harry’s (the owner) commitment to providing a quality gym for serious fitness buffs. I mentioned that the building was a little old but the gym itself was top notch. Not anymore……Harry moved the gym to a bigger, newer building (a former planet fitness….so you know it’s good sized). And NOW……this isn’t just the best gym in the area (it blows all the local gyms away), it’s the best gym in the state, and I’ve been to many gyms in my travels. I would put this gym up there with the best gyms in the country. Hands down. And if I know Harry, he isn’t done. He has a vision to be the GOAT….and he’s not far off. If you have ANY interest in fitness, this is the place for you.
I'm more of a bodybuilder than powerlifter, so the plethora of dumbbells (3 sets ranging from 5 lbs to 150 lbs +, the most I've ever seen in a gym) and plate loaded Hammer Strength equipment makes it easy(er) to get my workouts in. Now if we can just get people off their phones so they're not tying up the equipment.

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Pete Morris

★ 5

Great gym, great community

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Tommy Zirzow

★ 5

Great environment, equipment, and staff! Highly recommend.

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Grady Taylor

★ 5

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Andrew Seevers

★ 5

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Jeremy Taylor

★ 5

This gym has the most heavy lifters that I've ever seen at any gym, by far! This facility contains a large variety of special-technique equipment and members are a very respectable crowd.

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Nicholas Painter

★ 5

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Terri Stibaner

★ 5

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joe luce

★ 5

Hands down best gym in the area. Harry and Mason are very knowledgeable and listen to their members. No question who the faces of this gym are!

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Wit Thompson

★ 5

This place is definitely for me.

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Mason Blevins

★ 5

Best gym in the area for many years and the only one I’ll ever go to. Warehouse just isn’t for me

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Grant Kempf

★ 5

Good mixture of new and old school equipment plus 24 hour access comes in handy. For the price, it is the best gym in the area.

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Robert Hawks

★ 5

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Nick

★ 5

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DJ Yeti

★ 5

the range of equipment from powerlifting, to bodybuilding to having a cambered barbell they have eveything you could ever want.

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Isaac David

★ 5

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Hikes, Food & Life

★ 5

Easily the best gym in the area!

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After lifting here for a while, I have to say I wanted to take some time to give more praise to this gym and its owner. It’s easily the best gym I’ve ever been too. They have a lot of high quality equipment, and there’s a lot of good people that go here. The owner, Harry, is phenomenal as well! You can tell he genuinely cares about each member and making this gym the best it can be. It’s gonna be hard to ever find a gym quite like this anywhere else.

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David Santiago

★ 5

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Aaron Francis

★ 5

Perfect place to get your workout on, second to none.

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Nick P.

★ 5

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Kason Antrican

★ 5

Best gym in Richland County and surrounding areas

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Gavin Kennard

★ 5

Great gym. Good atmosphere.

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tyler richter

★ 5

Really good gym great equipment good people always postive vibes..the owner is beyond awesome..thanks Harry for having such a good gym

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Mason Thomas

★ 5

Great gym Great owner Great environment

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Andrew Robinson

★ 5

Fleets is a positive place where if you want to grow your muscles and character it’s the place to go the staff, Mason and Harry are extremely knowledgeable and helpful to whatever your fitness goals and needs are you’ll become a better lifter and a better person just by coming to fleets.

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Preston Rachel

★ 5

Great environment

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Jesse Barker

★ 5

Every piece of equipment I need with Classic Rock blaring.

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Britt Eyerly

★ 5

Everyone is so knowledgeable and helpful at Fleets. It really feels like my second home. Xoxo

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Tara Renken

★ 5

Fleets has a friendly owner and staff, they have made my first gym experience very welcoming. 10/10!

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Kevin Timmer

★ 5

Quite honestly the best gym hands down.

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Nick Stuff

★ 5

The owner Harry is great and very knowledgeable in all aspects. He is willing to answer all questions when it comes to fitness. I love the variety of dumb bells and that the they go up to 200lbs. The new rogue cable machines are also incredible. I will never go anywhere else as long as Harry is running this gym.

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Brittany McCullough

★ 5

I've had nothing but great experiences at fleets! Harry really cares about his members and is always willing to share his wealth of knowledge! The comradery here is unmatched. Hands down the best gym around!

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Sierra Henry

★ 5

Absolutely love this gym. The range of equipment is great and so are the people. There’s very little room for egos here and most people will readily help you if needed.

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Alec Deeb

★ 5

I've been all over the states and Fleets is still my favorite gym. Love coming back to this gym every time I come in the area to see my family.

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Rayvon Skelton

★ 5

Really helped out with my lifting journey throughout high-school

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Nate Deaton

★ 5

Been here over a year now and by far the best environment to accomplish your goals in any gym I’ve been. Everyone is welcoming and always respectful. Recommend to everyone I get a chance to.

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Rylan Frost

★ 5

Best gym out there!

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Drake Barnett

★ 5

Best gym in the Mansfield area.

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Emmanuel Jenkins

★ 5

Great environment to workout. Top 2 gym around here and it ain’t number 2

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Darcy Gladney

★ 5

Fleets staff treats you like family. They follow the rules and safety needed to keep their gym and members safe and aware. Its 24/7 which is nice for anyone. Membership is affordable and offers lots of benefits. They have vending machines and a small shop in house full of prework out, merch, energy assistance items etc. Fleets is the best gym ive ever went to!!

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Michael Gowitzka

★ 5

Very positive atmosphere, best gym around.

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Katelyn Guisinger

★ 5

Can’t say enough good things about this gym! Such a positive environment with so many great people. Harry is extremely knowledgeable and always happy to help. Everyone is so friendly and encouraging; it is a great place to be whether you are an experienced lifter or just starting out. Tons of equipment. Definitely the best price around as well. They also sell meals, energy drinks, and supplements. Love this place! I have a handful of gyms closer to my house and still would rather make the drive to Ontario every day.

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heather frazier

★ 5

My husband and I have been going to this gym for many years. We continue going to this gym even though we moved and now have to drive 35 minutes to get there. The owner is very kind and so are the people that lift here. No one bothers you or judges you.

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Drew Barnes

★ 5

Greatness

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Landon Sowards

★ 5

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Parker Herring

★ 5

Fleet’s is these best gym in the Richland County area. From the large amount of free weights to the different types of machines to the vast selection of attachments and specialty bars, not to forget the excellent customer service and supplement shop, you won’t find another place in a 40 + mile radius like it! Happy to call this place my home!

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Josiah Guertler

★ 5

Fleets is awesome!! the owner Harry is one of the most down to earth people i’ve ever met. he has helped me fix my form on basically all my lifts and helped with my forearm injury. the equipment at fleets is also top notch and always working. the owner Harry takes care of this place and it’s overall an amazing gym.

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Toni Nechovski

★ 5

First day here. Already love the vibe and everything about the place.

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Tim Henderson

★ 5

Hands down the best gym around! If you want a gym where you'll feel like family this is the one. Rather you are new to lifting or a seasoned lifter you'll love it here. The amount of lifting knowledge from the owner and the equipment here is Unmatched.

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Codey Jones

★ 5

Love this place. People are great and helpful owner is awesome and very knowledgeable I recommend this place to anyone looking to improve on the fitness goals and looking to improve their lifestyle

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Brooklyn Stamper

★ 5

Best gym around! Harry and Mason are personable and really care about all the members. Always willing to help or give advice. Big variety of equipment and Harry is updating pieces often! Would recommend to anyone whether they are a beginner with the gym or been at it for years. 😊

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Ryan Stover

★ 5

If you’re looking for a non-commercialized, get down to business gym, this is it. Variety of equipment for whatever your fitness goal is. They have power lifters to average joes in there, and the ownership treats everyone the same. 10 out of 5 stars.

Nothing but well wishes and good vibes to Harry and the Fleets crew.

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Zach Glass

★ 5

Best gym in the area by far.

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Jordan Hoover

★ 5

Fleets is incredible — Simply put. Harry, the owner, is extremely personable and listens to customer opinion. He is constantly adding and upgrading equipment. I trained here every single day from 2010-2019 and sadly moved away for work. I make sure to hit Fleets when I’m back in town and it’s better and better each time.

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Emily Lynn

★ 5

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Chris Armstrong

★ 5

Best Old Time gym in town, every piece of equipment you need and a friendly atmosphere no matter your fitness goals! Don’t waste your money anywhere else

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Trevor Manuella

★ 5

Very well taken care of good machines staff is top tier

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Jarodd Ralston

★ 5

Definitely the best gym I’ve ever been to for the equipment and environment. The owner and staff makes you feel like you’re at home and is willing to help however they can. The equipment is great and they’re always adding on new items to make your time at fleets even better. 2 years after joining this gym and I could speak more highly of it. Absolutely recommend it to anyone and everyone regardless of your goals.

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Alex Collier

★ 5

Definitely my favorite gym I have ever been to! Such a great price and I have yet to need a piece of equipment that they didn’t have which is so amazing !

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Dylan Smith

★ 5

What is fleets fitness to me? It’s everything.. this gym from the day I started to present time has always amazes me. For the last year and some change. The owner has constantly improved the gym with new cable machines, new bars, bands, and machines to benefit the members of the gym. I have also made amazing friendships that will last a life time no matter where I move to next. This gym is legit! Best in town.

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Matt Walter

★ 5

Best gym in the area, plenty of great new equipment

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Sunee Ammo

★ 5

Feels like a old gym from the 90s best gym I’ve been to

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Liam Googins

★ 5

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Mike Bender

★ 5

I've lifted at Fleet's since the mid-90's. You will not find a better selection of free weights and power lifting gear in the area.

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Murph

★ 5

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Kirk Dowell

★ 5

I flew into town & asked where is the best gym to train without the drama & was told by several go to Fleets Gym. I called and spoke w/ Harry, the Owner, & he said come on in. I have been training for a very long time, competed in Powerlifting for 14yrs & have been to very many gyms all across the US & this gym is definitely at the top of the real deal gyms. They have old school equipment, not old but old school, and the atmosphere in there makes you want to train even if you don’t feel like it that day. I want to say to Harry & staff I appreciate y’all letting me train in there for a few days & if I’m ever back in the area Fleets is my home gym for sure. Keep it up guys! Thanks, Kirk

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Travis Dilworth

★ 5

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Dope Muziq

★ 5

Great space , excellent equipment, and the environment is positive and GAIN FRIENDLY i dont care where im at in ohio, this is my go to gym hands down

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brian schmidt

★ 5

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Mike Gremmer

★ 5

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Ethan Francis

★ 5

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John Coy

★ 5

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Ricky Gilbert

★ 5

This gym is awesome, especially if you are into powerlifting/bodybuilding. Great for cardio as well. Tons of speciality (and standard) equipment and the price is fantastic.

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Richard A. Lehman

★ 3

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Taylor Rachel

★ 5

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Jody Whitfill

★ 5

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Garrett Hill

★ 5

Great gym. Harry is a cool dude, very impressive with the weights and his recoveries. 💪🏋️‍♂️🤘

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zach howell

★ 5

Best gym in the area. Geared mostly towards powerlifting/bodybuilding. But people with all different types of fitness goals come here. Tight knit community. The owner harry is always upgrading and listens to members feedback.

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Phil Gibson

★ 4

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Luke Adkins

★ 5

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Billy Park

★ 5

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jonathan zimmer

★ 5

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D Kern

★ 5

I have fun there. Love the equipment.

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Braxton Wright

★ 5

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Johnathyn Pagani

★ 5

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Jacob Holthouse

★ 5

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Trevor Shawber

★ 5

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Colton Butler

★ 5

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Robert Duncan

★ 5

Great REAL gym!!

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Chuck Stickelman

★ 5

I love this gym! Anyone serious about their workouts should really check this place out!

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A-A-ron

★ 5

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Justin Bell

★ 5

Lots of equipment to use.

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Grant Hamons

★ 5

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Aaron Mcmanis

★ 5

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Katie Bowman

★ 5

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Pete Webb

★ 5

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turbs 22

★ 5

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Aaron Smith

★ 4

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Morad Fares

★ 5

Now that harry owns it the atmosphere is much better.

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jacob onusic

★ 1

large gym outdated equipment smells like mildew and a very nasty place to workout, would not go here ever. i only wish the owner would actually put some work into the gym instead of just letting it rot literally don't waste your time here

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Stephen Parsons

★ 5

Best place to work out in town. Traditional gym, metal weights, free benches. A real gym, not a silly fitness center

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Matthew

★ 1

Terrible owner. Poor facilities. Don't bother. There's other gyms in town.

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Dale Urig

★ 5

The best place to get a good workout. Co-ed but seriously training only. No fooling around. Don't be afraid to sweat - up a tee shirt.

Lots of different age groups. 40's - 50's before 7:00 AM 20's around noon. A good mix of ages at 5:00 PM. Open 24 hrs. come in and set your own time. Saturdays is a great day to meet the group.

Everyone is nice and we all look out for each other.

Lot's of machines for every body part.

More free weights than any other gym around too!

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