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Love it here

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Goated gym. Just full of people that enjoy lifting, lots of friends, raw equipment, none of that ridiculous machinery stuff.

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For ~$300 total, you can get a yearlong membership here AND the activity center. Talk about WINNING. That's 2 memberships for less than $30 a month. Use SMAC when needing free weights. Then, use activity center when needing assisted weights or when wanting activity outside of weightroom. (Pool, bball, racketball, aerobics, etc)
The times I've gone to SMAC it's never too crowded or loud. Never any problems here. Easy to get-in get-out quickly. Pricing tiers make sense; discount for women. This place has all the right vibes.
Obviously it isn't perfect: smells and is a bit small, which isn't for everyone: although some people will love it. Surely worthy of at least 4 stars though.

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★ 5

Never been to a gym before this one. Felt very welcomed, the people and staff are all great people

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★ 5

My favorite gym ever! I visit gyms all over and never found one to compare. You must visit to see what I’m talking about. Say hi to Bobby if he is in.

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★ 5

A hidden gem of a gym hard to beat there $3 day pass if you are just visiting

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★ 5

Old School Gym , simple , pleasant atmosphere and $3 daily entrance fee

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★ 5

Great price, especially for college students who can’t afford Austin’s ridiculous gym prices!

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★ 5

Very old school and very friendly people. I'll make this place my new gym. If you're looking for a pretty and fluffy gym, this is not your gym. It's strictly for the ones that are serious. Great equipment and clean.

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★ 5

Great place. Lots of bare steel, no frills, straight to the point gym.

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★ 5

I used to go there in the late 80's and loved it. Bobby would sometimes get on me for banging the dumbbells but it was all good 🤣.

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★ 5

this place is so HARD i was surrounded by HARD MEN and we worked out HARD together

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★ 5

Old school bro gym

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★ 5

I love and hate it here. LOVE the results, HATE the process. The fitness journey 💪 iykyk

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Best gym ever.

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★ 5

If you're looking for a gym, this is the place. No nonsense. Good people and a lot of motivation in this place. If you want perfume and fashion and conversations about your Tesla, this is not the place for you. But if you want a great workout around people who are there to do the same, it really doesn't get any better.

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★ 4

Love it! It hasn't changed in 30 yrs..

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★ 5

Doesn't get much better than this! Only around the area on weekends so the day pass is a life saver!

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★ 5

Old school gym. I mean old school. Free weights mostly this is a great place for people that want to work hard. Friendly staff and other clients.

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★ 5

We were visiting San Marcos for a week and did not want to pay sign up or membership fees. This is the perfect place for travelers or anyone who just wants to go workout and not be bothered by anyone! Had everything we needed! Old school equipment and it reminded me of working out in my high school gym. Everyone super friendly and helpful if you need assistance. Definitely plan on returning if we are back in town.

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★ 5

I swear I get way more out of these old school machines and dumbbells than any gym I’ve been to. Awesome relaxed atmosphere and rarely extremely busy. I hardly ever have to wait longer than 5 minutes for a machine even around 5:30 PM. Plus…..it’s $2 a day lol which is awesome.

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Good environment, people are nice, and can't beat the price but machines are a little dated

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★ 5

I trained at SMAC in the 80's while in college. Since then I've trained in literally dozens of gyms around the country. SMAC is by far a cut above them all.

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★ 4

Basic and just the right price

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I dig it

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★ 5

Love the smell. Rust and dust for seasoning the tasty weights.

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No sales gimmicks or pressuring. Super affordable. Love it!

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★ 5

Great place to workout. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

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★ 5

Old school, no frills, no gimmicks, just a fun relaxed spot to put in the work. Great staff and a great scene.

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★ 5

Perfect for me. Cheap and has all the right equipment.

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★ 5

Great gym! Great prices! Great people!

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★ 5

Great gym with a great atmosphere. Very much a old school barbell gym. They have a good selection of machines too if that's your thing. Day pass is only $2.

They have 3 or 4 benches, two squat racks, and a deadlift platform with a squat stand.
I normally go early in the morning and there isn't too much competition for racks/benches.

My only complaint is that I wish they had a proper power rack. They only have those half rack things with non adjustable parts.

All in all, it's definitely my favorite gym in town, especially when you consider the price.

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★ 5

What's not to love about this place? Total old school, hard core gym with a great atmosphere. We were a drop in and for $2, we got an amazing workout. Super fun. Would totally have a membership here if we lived in the area.

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★ 5

Great old school gym. Everyone is very friendly. Need a good workout this is the place.

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I've been coming here off and on ever since I discovered it. $2 day pass. 1$ Water and 2$ Gatorade. Equipment is not up to date but we'll maintained and serves it's purpose. It's a clean place and I enjoy my workouts there every time.

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★ 5

Weight room is all machines with dumbbells that go up to 40 lbs, and a cable cross, so it's not the best for major body building but it has everything thing you need for a full body workout. Lap pool is nice with more than enough lanes, good temperature on the water. Racquet ball and basketball courts that are well kept. Water refill in the main hall. All the machines worked. Locker room is nice but has community showers in the men's. Not sure about the women's. Group workouts available too. Overall good prices for day pass and memberships. Only yearly memberships though, no monthly. Would recommend.

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★ 5

Old school gym. No BS. Great atmosphere. Super friendly staff and regulars. Kept clean and original.

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★ 5

Freindly environment, everything you need to meet your goals and more . Highly recommend this place.

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★ 5

Best gym by far

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★ 5

The greatest gym you can go to not too small not too big get in and out do what you got to do nobody bothers you a lot of really good people there the owner Bobby is a really good man really good person always thinks of Safety First I love this place people that go in usually regulars very good people

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★ 5

Great people great atmosphere my new go to jym!

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★ 5

San Marcos Athletic Club has all the equipment you need for a Great Workout and the cost is ONLY $2 per visit. Thanks

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Fantastic community of people here. Everyone is happy to help if you need any, and the gym has everything you need.
My only gripe is that this place has terrible hours on the weekends. I wish they were open until at least 8pm on weekends.

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★ 5

Has always been THE place to get a serious workout, from free weights, treadmills and stationary bikes to an elyptical thrown in for good measure. Bobby hasn't changed his rates for the past 25 yrs. Remember, if you go there to work out, "Go big or go home!"

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★ 5

Awesome

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Great old school gym and great value. They have everything you need for powerlifting, and bodybuilding.

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I've worked out a lot of gyms since I got out the Army. And may I say that nothing better than a military gym to where u have the freedom to work out any base and branch you want anywhere in the world. Now as a vet, I've worked out at Gold' gym,, Planet fitness, 24 hrs fitness, World's gym, Jims Gym, Family own gym, and even hotel n casino gym. These gyms are really nice and fancy but I just don't get the work out needed when it comes down to it. I think it's the quality of weights and machines. It makes a lot of difference for me. That's exactly I found here in Smac that's why am still on it. Biggest gripe that I have is the men's restroom/locker room. It can get nasty and smelly bcoz of the size. Another one is the radio station. Get some variety of musics pls or do I have to yell? :)

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Love SMAC it has a old gym environment and good regulars with all the equipment needs.

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Bought a 3 month membership, throughout the whole time the owner kept on asking me if I actually bought a membership. The space was limited so I could not do excercises such leg lifts or Barbell raises. It's cheap but you get what you paid for. I'd rather pay full price at a more professional gym.

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It's okay

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Great assortment of machines. Really good prices for day pass. No rush every time I go. Can get crowded.

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★ 5

Very old school place, reminds me of Average Joe's gym from Dodgeball. You have to wear a mask while working out due to COVID-19 and they have disinfectant everywhere for use. It's really safe

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Love the old equipment

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★ 5

San Marcos Athletic Club SMAC has no contracts and only costs $2 per day. They have all the equipment needed to get a good workout. Thanks

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★ 5

Great place to pump iron. Not a wimpy gym. Old school.

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Cant beat $2 a day no contact.

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This’s my favorite gym and the owner his name Bobby, he’s really nice man. This the best gym in San Marcos.

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The true iron cathedral

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Best gym in town, just what you need to really workout

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Love the solitude

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This place is a treasure! Literally. It's been around for like 2 generations already. It's small but it has everything you could ask for in a gym. The entry fee is only 2 dollas per day and they also do monthly plans. No contract!

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Great place to lift. Smac has made numourous pro body builders and power lifters thru out the years. It's not crowded and priced right. No contracts or gimmicks no pushy sales staff.

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1 star for the sexist pricing. How about no.

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Limited parking on street, more parking in back ally street nice variety of Exercising equipment.

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Friendly staff. Down to earth, bare bones local gym. Nothing fancy , which i like. Clean women's restroom appreciated. Love this gym.

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I love this gym! It has a laid back but serious vibe which is what is missing with modern gyms. It definitely makes you want to hit the weights and cardio hard! And who can beat $2 a visit?

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★ 5

I trained there from 1982-1988 while a student at Texas State. The rates are still the same as 30 yrs ago! Very functional and effective equipment. Great environment... encouraging, casual, and friendly. Without a doubt, the best gym I've ever trained at.

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Friendly staff and you can't go wrong with the prices also love that it's located right in the center of San Marcos.

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Local landmark. You can pay by the workout and no one will ever pressure you to purchase an auto renewal membership.

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Awesome Gym “Get in - WorkOut - Leave 🔥💪🏼“ no BS

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This gym has all the benches, squat racks, dumbbells, cables, machines & ATTITUDE you will ever need! Gym of some of the strongest & coolest dudes & dudettes you will ever meet. Great lifting environment for powerlifters, bodybuilders, and weekend warriors. And a deadlift platform, of course.

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★ 5

Has that great old school feel that isn't seen very often. Perfect place to put your headphones in and just strictly train.

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Old school dirty and wonderful. Love this San Marcos landmark

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Great gym, great environment, great staff, and awesome gym buddies. Best place to lift in San Marcos.

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Great no thrills gym

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Great gym without any distractions.. 👍

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Stop paying for contracts you don't need nor do you want! San Marcos Athletic Club has the best pricing around San Marcos! I've been going here for a year and prior to going here I almost signed up with Gold's gym, but the people that work at gold's made me feel like any other person who wants me to sign a contract "evil" at San Marcos Athletic Club it's $2 a day, which is great for me cuz I don't always have time to go to the gym. And if I decide not to go back it's that simple I don't have to try to get out of a contract I don't have to haggle or deal with them I literally just come and go as I please! I would highly recommend San Marcos Athletics Club to anybody!

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Has all the necessary equipment needed to get and stay fit. Great environment, other patrons are helpful, and the staff are friendly. All in all, really nice place.

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Great place to lift. Bobby is a hell of a guy. And cheap rates.

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Awesome gym. Go there for a solid work out.

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This is a great gym

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Great place and fees are incredible

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Great gym!! Good atmosphere, friendly people. No nonsense club.

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★ 5

shoutout to dem smac peoples!

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★ 5

I was a member from 1999 to 2001, while doing undergrad at SWT (now TSU). BEST gym I have ever worked out at. Whenever I visit the Hill Country, I still make a point of visiting and working out at SMAC. I LOVE this place.

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You wont find any fancy gadgets or complicated Butt Blaster 2044 machines here. You have everything you need to be fit and healthy. Weights and cardio equipment. Their prices are competitive, and it is the most relaxed gym atmosphere in San Marcos. I've been going here since high school. Loved it then, love it today.

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★ 5

Best gym hands down

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Beat gym in SM because I come here

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Best gym in sm

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Best gym

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best gym in San Marcos and best prices

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Best gym

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The owner is a tool, but for 2 bucks a day you can get done what you need to. There aren't any quality cardio machines, but enough iron to throw around to get jacked.

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SMAC is best gym for those who simply want to do real work. Most of the people who go here are dedicated to their fitness goals and always friendly. Plus with unbeatable rates it's the only gym I would recommend to anyone in the area.

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It doesn't matter if you are a casual or dedicated fitness person, you'll find exactly what you need at SMAC. Staff is super friendly and nice, gym is clean and the equipment is always in good shape. Newer treadmills are nice to beat the heat. No pressure to join and it's just $2 to workout. Can't beat that.

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