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In my experience at Xcel for the price point I wasn’t wowed. The equipment tended to be dirty and some of the equipment was mediocre. That’s not to say it was all bad. Staff is friendly and typically helpful. I enjoy the general atmosphere and they have lots of good classes. With that being said I think they should get newer kettlebells, smaller boxes that have the ability to be multiple heights, a dry sauna, as well have better cleaning operations.

P.s - After reading the reply from Xcel I want to clarify that I was indeed a member for 2 months before canceling my membership. While I do work at a different gym my intentions in writing this review was not to slander Xcel but to make suggestions to improve it. I like to compartmentalize my work from where I workout so I will always train at other gyms and this makes my opinion as valid as any other paying customer.

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★ 5

Best gym.

Weekend hours aren’t great (I actually have to get a second gym membership at a 24 hour gym for when I get the itch to workout later on the weekends), but everything else is awesome. I’ve had a membership here since 2014.

Since they have raised prices over the years, the gym is less crowded than it was in the past.

Edit: I am going to complain again about the Sunday hours. If there are 25 people in the gym on Sunday at 1:50 trying to finish their workout before the gym closes, the gym is closing too early lol

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★ 5

Xcel Fitness in Holladay, Utah, is hands-down one of the best gyms I’ve ever been to! They have everything you could want in a gym, including an impressive range of equipment like 150 lb. dumbbells and 100+ lb. kettlebells, catering to serious lifters and casual gym-goers alike. The facility is top-notch, clean, and well-maintained, making every workout a pleasure.
The staff here is exceptional—professional, welcoming, and genuinely personable. They go above and beyond to create a positive experience. Recently, my sister, who isn’t even a member, needed to practice for her Pump certification. She required space, a microphone, music, and five participants for a 30-minute class. I called ahead, and Colleen, one of the managers, immediately said, “No problem!” When we arrived, not only did she provide everything we needed, but she also rounded up five employees to join the class. My sister was absolutely thrilled and left feeling so supported and PUMPED!
I can’t imagine a better gym experience. Xcel Fitness combines incredible equipment, a fantastic atmosphere, and a staff that truly cares. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a gym that feels like a community!

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★ 5

I went to see Reed for physical therapy to diagnose and treat an injury on short notice. He was knowledgable, professional, and was able to help me out tremendously. I would highly recommend.

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★ 5

I had a really good first session with Dr Franco at Xcel. He was thorough, listened carefully and explained things in a way that made sense. The treatment plan he built feels tailored to what I need, and I left feeling optimistic. His office is clean and well run, and the overall experience was very positive

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★ 5

This has been my all-time favorite gym, always spotless, plenty of working machines available, and lots of space. Colleen, who helped me with my membership, is an absolute gem. Highly recommend this place!

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My wife and I are members at XCel Fitness. The facility is clean, the equipment is high quality and the staff is excellent. Colleen is so helpful with customers who have questions or problems. The trainers are experts.

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★ 5

Best Crossfit gym in Utah, has everything from oly platforms, open gym and free weights with massive machine selection. Joe Fecker is an amazing coach, his passion for fitness shows and he has helped me with my weightlifting journey.

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★ 5

Incredible gym, positive atmosphere, and amazing people!

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★ 5

Really amazing Gym.

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★ 5

Love everyone! Super friendly environment !

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★ 5

The best gym in utah! I train here everyday!

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★ 5

Fantastic staff and environment! Something for everyone. Equipment is maintained at a high level and the gym is clean!

Coaches are excellent. I love to practice Olympic weightlifting here.

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★ 5

Best gym i’ve ever been to. The gym itself has everything you need and the community there is filled with a lot of hardworkers and good people to keep you motivated and excited to hit the gym! Super friendly staff as well, can’t see myself going anywhere else to workout!

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★ 5

The manager Colleen is the best of the best!

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★ 5

Great equipment, clean, everything you could want. What makes this place excel is the staff. Friendly, supportive, kind and helpful. Shoutout to the Gygis. I love the classes and the trainers. Five stars!

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★ 5

I love the amazing equipment!

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I was locked in at a rate for life...then years later they tell me they are raising it by a lot, not honoring original deal. I paid for years while living in another state just to keep my rate. Very disappointed! I had such Excel pride too before this.

I wasn't allowed to respond to the reply Excel posted and then deleted for some reason, so here is my response: Thank you for taking the time to respond to me. When Fitness19 went out of business you guys were gracious enough to take all their customers and existing contracts. My rate for life was with them. You guys still raised my rates over the years and I said nothing until this last raise when you guys simply sent me email saying you guys were going to charge me 300% more per month than you were already charging me. Seems like my loyalty to you guys for decades was discarded and disguised with rising costs. Raise it 10%, even 20%. Not 300%. I'd love a chance to meet with you. As a business owner myself Im your best customer. Look up how little I went to Excel, and you guys still got my money every month. Id love to talk further and await you reaching out to organize a meeting. Thank you

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★ 5

Best Gym in Utah, hands down! Best equipment, staff, and all around versatility.

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★ 5

I absolutely love Xcel Fitness. It’s a wonderful space with everything I need to stay fit, but what really stands out are the Pilates and yoga classes. The Pilates classes have helped me build strength and flexibility, while the yoga sessions are the perfect way to unwind and stretch after a long day. The instructors are so attentive and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere is peaceful and non-intimidating. The gym is always clean and well-maintained. Definitely a 5-star gym!

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★ 5

I absolutely love Xcel! The facility is great, the personal trainers are next-level! Each trainer is knowledgeable, supportive, and truly invested in helping you reach your goals. Whether it’s strength training, weight loss, or just improving overall fitness, they customize workouts that challenge and motivate me. I’ve seen incredible progress since joining, and I look forward to my workouts now! If you're looking for a gym with expert guidance and a positive, encouraging atmosphere, this is the place to be!

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★ 5

Best gym ever! I absolutely love this place. Iv never felt more comfortable at a gym

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★ 5

Love this gym. It's got everything from awesome functional fitness/CrossFit styled equipment, to a full floor of machines and treadmills to facilitate all your fitness needs. Big fan of the gym and spend a lot of my training time there.

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★ 5

Xcel Gym is perfect for all fitness levels. I’ve been going here for a few years. I love the classes offered, the instructors, and the atmosphere!

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★ 5

Excel is hands down the best gym I’ve ever been to! The facility is pristine with top-of-the-line equipment and luxurious amenities, including locker rooms and saunas. The staff is friendly and professional, and the classes are excellent. Everything is designed to make you feel like you’re getting the best of the best. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a premium fitness experience.

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★ 4

Love the set up and space in the gym. Everyone at the gym is very motivated which encourages you to workout harder. Knocked down one star because of the lack of cleanliness. For the cost of this gym, it annoys me that the walls around the toilet look like they have never been wiped down and that there's the pink bacteria growing on the water fountains. If they stepped up their cleaning this would be a 5 star gym.

EDIT: Would like to share that I am very pleased with how Xcel handled my comment on cleanliness. The day I posted this review, the owner gave me a friendly call to get a better understanding of my concerns and fixed it that day. Very impressed. Thanks Xcel!

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★ 5

Did C2X CrossFit for a month while I was in town as a beginner. The trainers were welcoming and helpful, I felt I made a ton of progress and felt a sense of community in the four short weeks I was there. The facilities, amount of classes offered per day, and functionality (check and record workouts)on the Wodify App are unmatched. Thank you to Joe, Chris, and Kylee! I hope to be back someday.

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★ 5

We've been going to C2X crossfit for the past year and just renewed for another year in advance.
I'll just say, Coach Joe knows what he's doing... I'm in the best shape of my life and all I do is show up and follow the workout of the day! Lol Everyone is so friendly and helpful, it's the best community 💪❤️

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★ 5

The staff is very helpful and attentive the moment you walk in.

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★ 5

I love how the gym is always super clean and the CA’s are always keeping up.

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★ 5

Great team here very nice and very clean

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★ 5

Not only does Xcel Fitness have the best equipment of any gym I've ever been to, the staff and members are even better. Any gym that makes you feel like family and has incredible equipment is beyond worth it to me!

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★ 3

The facilities and fellow members are great, not so much the gym management. I paid a year in advance when I first moved to Utah, and I'm in a situation where I might need to move outside proximity to the gym. Consequently, I asked if I could simply convert to a monthly rate now that my paid year is up. I was told that I would need to pay a higher monthly rate (undesirable but expected), in addition to a sign-up fee and periodic maintenance fees (definitely not expected). The sign-up fee, it was explained, was "waived" my first year but I'd have to pay it if moving to a monthly membership. This is not a way to treat someone new to the area who commits a year in advance (baed on reviews here) without even trying it out. It's offensive and just kind of weird.

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★ 5

Wow! This is the best gym I have ever been too. I love coming in for day passes.

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★ 5

Fantastic gym, wonderful employees who care a lot about their gym and I always have a good time because of them!

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★ 5

A member for 20+ years, I feel fortunate to have discovered Xcel Fitness. Working out there is my morning boost, and has proven to be one of the most meaningful, consequential, revitalizing activities in which I regularly engage. It benefits both my body and mind.

Xcel is full of fascinating people of all ages from every walk of life who are automatically bonded by a common aim to maintain mobility and good health. Meeting new people there is always a perk; several of my steadfast friendships have sprouted from there.

Speaking as an “oldie,” I have found Xcel members to be not only personable and inspirational, but polite, considerate, and respectful of others; personal trainers to be consistently friendly, accommodating, and professional; and staff to be both responsive to members' needs and cheerfully willing to assist in any way. A pulsating sense of community thrives there.

Whether my objective is to do PT, simply maintain, or raise my personal bar, I can count on having myriad equipment choices to
facilitate my strength-training, flexibility, balance, or cardio activities—normally a combo. Stationary bikes, treadmills, elliptical machines, and stairmasters abound. Plus, there’s ample floor space to lunge, hop, skip, jump or stretch out to one’s heart’s content.

Indulging in one of Xcel's protein smoothies featured at their healthy snack bar makes a well-earned finale to a rigorous work-out--- not to forget Alyze and Dayton offer remarkable massage therapy. So many options—usually not enough time!

Warmly welcomed with a smile when I enter, I always leave feeling younger and more alive than when I entered. Choosing Xcel over every other gym in Salt Lake was not a heavy lift!

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★ 5

I love the staff here, especially the manager Colleen, she takes feedback well and makes everyone feel welcome!

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Poorly managed gym that is very expensive.

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Priced like a great gym, perhaps it was when it was built, but today, most of the equipment is old and out of date. Lots of hidden fees.

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Xcel is a fitness paradise that stands out in every aspect. Whether you're lifting heavy, pushing your limits in a WOD, or perfecting your form in functional training, you'll find everything you need and more. With an exceptional training staff, top-notch facilities, and a vibrant community, this gym is truly the best around. Highly recommended!

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★ 5

I don't write reviews often, but Xcel truly deserves it.

I've spent countless hours in gyms over the last 20 years. From globo facilities Gold's/Vasa, to dirty garage gyms, to Rec Center fitness facilities, to Crossfit boxes. While those places can get the job done, there was always a tradeoff or something lacking.

Xcel Fitness is the first & only gym I've been to that smashes every aspect across the board. Equipment, space, facilities, people; it is as close to 'gym perfection' as one can possibly be.

The Facility:
Of course it has all the 'standard' equipment you would find in a typical gym, plus a multitude of classes & Crossfit if that tickles your fancy.
Exceeds my expectations for cleanliness and organization, especially with the amount of hard work that goes on in there.
Yet, the devil is in the details... Space to get your funky movement on? Turf & sleds? Fractional weights? Rigs & racks? Big boy sized kettlebells to 100+? Reverse hyper? Jerk blocks? Rowers & air bikes? Bumper plates and lifting platforms? 100+ other obscure but necessary pieces of equipment? Check, check, check...

The Staff & Trainers:
The front desk staff are great people and I am always happy to see their faces when I walk in.
The trainers are an incredibly effective and diverse group. If you have a specialty or are unique; there is one for you. It doesn't matter if you are an athlete, pregnant, young, old, in great shape, or in terrible shape; there is a trainer that can focus on your situation and goals to great effect. I have met many of them personally over time and each one is happy, passionate, and knows their game.

The People:
You are going to see some of the fittest people in Utah here, spanning across all age groups. This is not an accident or coincidence; it is a testament. People at the top of their game gravitate to Xcel, and achieve fantastic fitness goals here.
I have never had any conflict; everyone I have bumped into is respectful and nice (though some may be quite intimidating at first glance).

Bottom Line:
This is my Iron Paradise; I couldn't ask for a better facility.
This gym is not for everybody... If you are looking for the cheapest cost, or don't understand basic contracts with 30 day cancellation clauses, or feel intimidated in a high performance environment; it may not be the right fit. However, if you want to be with the best, at the best facility, and push yourself to be the best you can be = Xcel is the place!

Ok back to my working sets.

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The gym tries to position itself as being higher end (and charges accordingly), but in reality, a lot of the equipment is old and run down, and during busy hours you often have to wait for equipment. I'd consider it one step up from a Vesa at 10x (literally) the price. Additionally, the gym has a very sketchy/dishonest policy to charge you an extra 30 days when you cancel. Not even sure how that's legal.

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★ 5

Such an amazing community and staff!!

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★ 5

This is by far the best gym I have ever been to, everything is kept so clean and everyone is so friendly

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★ 5

I come and exercise at excel when I’m in town. The gym is clean and the staff has always been kind and helpful. Thank you Excel!!

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★ 5

State of the art gym filled with wonderful people!!

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The best, friendliest staff, cleanest gym and equipment, as well as amazing classes with the most amazing instructors. Definitely feels like home and with all the amazing employees, they make you feel like family!

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★ 5

Xcel Fitness stands out as the premier gym in Utah. The facility is impeccably maintained, providing an ideal environment for fitness enthusiasts. The staff exemplify exceptional professionalism and are unfailingly courteous, ensuring every member feels valued.

Coach Joe's expertise surpasses that of any other coach I have encountered throughout my extensive fitness journey spanning over 20 years. His guidance has been instrumental in refining my Olympic lifting techniques, while his impeccable knowledge of fitness mechanics has relieved the strain on my shoulders.

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★ 5

This gym is clean and well equipped! But the best part is Jenni Simper!! She is an amazing coach, especially for women. I started having pelvic floor problems during my second pregnancy and she not only helped me heal, but made me stronger than I've ever been... before baby no.2 even came! 1 year later and I feel like I've entered my beast mode era and I have zero pelvic floor symptoms while heavy lifting, running or jumping. If you are pregnant, postpartum or just want a coach who listens to you, book her now. She changed my life.

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★ 4

Can we please get the hot tub going again??? Going on almost 4 years since it’s been drained. LFG already.

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★ 5

Great gym, equipment and members. It's worth paying the extra money per month to have a clean gym that stays organized and not over crowded. Great barbells, bikes, assault runners, rowers, ski ergs, clean bathrooms, delicious smoothies for a very fair price and I could go on. Only thing I could even imagine complaining about would be the leg extension up stairs needs to be fixed but other than that it's top notch. Do yourself a favor and come check it out especially if you ride the line of enjoying more functional fitness and not just a sea of machines.

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★ 5

This is the best gym in Utah hands down. It has an exclusive feel to it. Even during the “busy” hours, it never feels too crowded. Clean facility, great atmosphere, and great people.

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Super great environment, awesome for calisthenics and traditional weight lifting as well. They got some cool classes as well if your into yoga or pilates

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★ 5

Great gym, great equipment, surrounded by great people. This gym has anything ranging from cardio, calisthenics, and almost all the equipment needed for working out. Even the trainers are amazing! I’d highly recommend to everyone.

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★ 5

Best gym in Utah.

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★ 5

Great facility, great culture, can’t find a better gym within 200 miles.

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★ 5

Great facility. I’ve gotten some insane pumps in this place. Huge fan of the staff, very friendly and professional

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★ 5

Xcel is the best! Super welcoming staff and super clean.

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★ 5

Such a clean and inclusive atmosphere! I love working out here.

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This gym was very welcome and wanted the best for there goers, Manager Nick was really respectful and helpful introducing me to the gym and I am happy to be a member

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★ 5

Great facility and amazing instructors and staff!

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★ 5

Very helpful management and employees, and the machines and equipment are kept clean regularly

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★ 5

This gym is the best!

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★ 5

Loved going to this gym. Everyone on staff was super kind and helpful and equipment was in prime condition. Definitely recommend lifting here!

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★ 4

Great place and I appreciate the cleanliness.
They do a borderline miraculous job.
Coleen is very kind, and allows me to be a tad obnoxious, and keeps things moving!
Thank you Team!

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I would high recommend this gym to my gym rat professionals. So for any of my gym babies out there (like myself) start with a trendy gym loll

Xcel is absolutely wonderful otherwise! It is very clean, weights are organized, locker rooms are beautiful (steam room only 12am - 5 am I remember, to keep it clean) front desk staff is lovely and friendly. It’s set up where the turf and cross fit stuff is on the 1st floor, and then you have machines and free weights and cardio upstairs. For 100$ a month you get full access to the facility PLUS this cool massage treatment.

I gave it 4 stars because like I said, this is a very professional gym. A lot of serious weight lifters come here. There is a strong sense of community here, which is lovely! As a first timer and newbie to gym life, I was intimidated and couldn’t justify spending that much on a membership yet. One day, when I’m confident and have a solid work routine I will return to this gym!

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★ 5

I just got into the fitness game: due to kids schedules, my lack of motivation and overall a general feeling of intimidation to walking into a gym. Upon finally getting an external motivating factor, I decided to check out Excel, due to its highly recommended credibility in overall results and keeping one motivated to come back. I was blown away by not only the etiquette and hospitality I encountered, but also found classes that worked for my unique schedule and trainers that knew their profession to get the best bang for the buck in regards to spending time there and seeing results. I'm blown away by the cleanliness and the top of the art machines that were available, and not only that, but the help I found when sometimes confused on what muscle groups each machine targeted. If you're looking for a new start, a new you, this is the gym for that scenario. Wish there was a 6th star to drop, cause there's not a gym in SLC that can compete with this.

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★ 5

Love this gym! Has everything you need and then some. Highly recommend Tyler Simper as a trainer! He single handily got me back in shape, and reignited my love for being in shape. His workouts are customized to what you are trying to achieve. His knowledge is fantastic, and he is an absolute gem of a human. Look him up you won’t be sorry!

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1/5 because the facility itself is clean and robust. good luck cancelling your membership though. I moved out of state over a year ago and despite emailing to cancel a year ago, I have been billed every month and when I brought it to their attention they claim to
not be able to find my email. So, now I have to cancel again and because of the 30 day cancellation policy, I have to pay for one more month from 1000 miles away. You’d think at an astounding $90 a month they would have had a functional sauna when I was a member or could afford to cancel memberships of clients who move away without a massive hassle. Find any other gym in the salt lake area.

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★ 5

I’m addicted!
Jenny is hands down the most knowledgeable TRX trainer I have worked with in SLC. You choose how hard you want to workout. She offers clear instructions and options to maximize your level. I love love love the rip trainer. It has elevated my cardio and improve my movements. Highly recommend joining her classes on Saturdays 8:30 or 9:30 am. Hope to see you there!

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★ 5

Xcel Fitness is the best gym! It’s clean, well laid out, and has state-of-the-art equipment. They have excellent classes, instructors, and personal trainers. I’ve worked with Joe Fecker and appreciate his safe and efficient training approach. He is professional, very experienced, and pays attention to detail. After a break from a ski injury, he helped me get back on track with my health and fitness. Whether you are an athlete, training for an event, or a beginner, I recommend Joe- he’s awesome!

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★ 5

I have been going to Jenni’s TRX class for 6 months now and it is a highlight of my week! Her circuits are strong and she can help people adapt if needed. She has great knowledge of the pelvic floor and you know that all of her moves help heal and strengthen it. Jenni is very encouraging and pushes me to become a better version of myself. We have people of all ages and stages and she makes sure everyone leaves her class challenged and tired. Grateful to get to benefit from Jenni!

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★ 5

Jenni’s TRX class is my favorite! She’s so great at helping with modifications. She’s also helped me feel stronger than ever throughout my pregnancy.

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I love TRX and Jenni S. Is an amazing trainer !!!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

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★ 5

5 stars! This gym is a gem. The only problem with giving it a great review is that more people will discover it!

Where should I start? First, the people. You’ll not find nicer people than those who work here, as well as those who workout here. The vibe is friendly, down to earth, fun and yet hardworking and motivating. It’s the best. Second, the classes. The classes are great & taught by experienced instructors. I have loved Jenni Simper’s TRX classes as well as her breath work and low pressure fitness trainings. She is so knowledgeable and helpful! Finally, the personal training. I can’t say enough good things about the trainings I’ve done with Tyler Simper. His enthusiasm and coaching expertise have transformed my fitness journey and helped me discover a love of weightlifting. So if you’re looking for a gym that’s friendly, full of great instructors, and has amazing trainers, Xcel is your gym!

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★ 5

Xcel has been my favorite gym for over 20 years, and I’ve been to most of the gyms in the Salt Lake valley. It’s very clean, great inventory of equipment and classes, never too busy, and a friendly and helpful staff. I’ve had the opportunity to work with several personal trainers and they each have something unique to offer.

LADIES! If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or just looking to protect and strengthen that pelvic floor, Jenni Simper is your girl. She specializes in movements that build strength while taking your unique needs into account. Whether your focus is preventative, or you’re already on your healing journey, she’s got you covered.

If you’re looking for a great mix of CrossFit and general sports performance training, hit up Tyler Simper. He’s fun, passionate, focused on continued education, and knows how to keep things interesting while reaching your fitness goals.

Golfers, listen up! Jess Ekenstam specializes in movements that’ll take strokes off your game (and maybe add a few years back to your life). He also has an extensive MMA and yoga background that make for a unique and effective training experience for all levels of fitness.

Bottom line…you can’t go wrong at Xcel.

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★ 5

Jenni is an amazing coach. She cares about her people ensuring they are using proper form. Her TRX knowledge is second to none.

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★ 5

Xcel is 10/10 as a gym and I’m always recommending it. The hidden gem though is Joe Fecker. Joe is hands down the best trainer I’ve ever worked with and I’m so grateful for him and this gym.
For anyone dealing with injuries or looking for extra TLC and guidance at the gym, Joe is 100% your guy. I’m a former athlete and I love to move, but I also have a type of muscular dystrophy that makes that movement complicated. Joe’s knowledge of body mechanics and ability to be creative AND effective in our workouts has helped me regain range of motion, strength, and stability, all while keeping me injury-free. It really doesn’t get better than that.
The point is: train with Joe, you won’t regret it. Whether it’s at CrossFit or working on holding your arm up over your head, there isn’t a better trainer (and cheerleader!) in this whole state!

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★ 5

I have LOVED my experience working one-on-one with Joe Fecker. He is incredible at programming, coaching the Crossfit classes, AND he is also the most meticulous and passionate trainers I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I was flatlined with all my Olympic movements- but 1-2 private sessions with Joe completely changed my techniques and instantly fixed many of the issues I had struggled with for years. He has also given me a large amount of accessory work to complete outside of training that has fixed my posture, my hip mobility, and has fixed bad lifting habits that could have led to injury in the long run. When I am coached by him I feel completely safe to try more difficult movements because of his high attention to detail, skill, and overall friendly space he provides. If you are looking for a coach for mobility, a skilled olympic lifting coach, or If you are considering checking out this gym for Crossfit, look no further. I would give Joe a 10 star rating- absolutely has exceeded all of my expectations while also being extremely fun and friendly to talk to.

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★ 5

The facility and staff are amazing! I love the unique equipment they have and there’s options for everyone! Colleen was so helpful to answer all my questions when signing up and didn’t put try to pressure or force anything! Tallulah at the front goes out of her way to learn everyone’s names and the whole staff is truly so kind! Highly recommend this gym!

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Xcel is the best gym ever. It is professional, fun, and is a great community. All the employees are the best especially JOSSY!!! It has all the equipment you need and is suited for all levels are genres of fitness. Best gym, best people!

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★ 5

The employees are awesome. Especially the CAs. Great experience and would recommend

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Xcel has some of the best people and environment I’ve seen in a gym.

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★ 5

great staff!!!

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★ 5

Great gym all around. Recovery area is awesome after intense workouts, and all the trainers are very friendly. Highly recommend this gym!

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★ 5

Gym is great, the people are great, and the staff is amazing. All time favorite gym ever.

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★ 5

Tallulah Calton was very respectful and helpful, would definitely recommend as it is a helpful and safe supportive gym environment for those trying to get involved in fitness

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★ 5

Front desk was so nice

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Xcel has been my go to gym ever since coming to salt lake for the first time. Staff is great and facility is top tier. Workouts are more than that, they are an experience. 10/10 would recommend.

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★ 5

Clean facility, great staff, great community!

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★ 5

One of the nicest gyms in Salt Lake County

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LOVE XCEL!! I’ve been coming to this gym for years and everyone is so professional. I’ve trained with a few of the trainers and they are AMAZING!!!

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★ 5

Everything you could ever need in one amazing gym. Always clean and stocked with the best equipment. The friendliest staff, great kids club and the best trainers in the business.

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Never been a member. Never will. Have tried to get simple pricing information 4 times in the last 2 days. No one can tell me how much it will cost to join, nor get in contact with me. Another massive red flag seeing the owner attacking every 1-star review and using the word slanderous to describe their experience with his (what I can only assume) overpriced facility. After walking both facilities, Vasa has all of the same equipment, actual water in their hot tub, and additional amenities not found at Xcel for $27/month. Sign me up

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I did High Fit class with Dru today and it was such a great workout!! So fun as well! Best gym ever!

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★ 5

Incredible selection of equipment, great gym!

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Fantastic gym. I came in hoping to lose 18.5 LBS and left losing 20.047 LBS. Last march, my daughter passed away from a heart condition due to being extremely obese. I said "F*k it we ball" (As my daughter would've said (if she wouldn't have died)) and needed a gym that suited me best. I started looking at all the bad reviews and came to the conclusion that THEY'RE FAKE. IT'S ALL FAKE NEWS. THESE ARE THE SAME GAWDANG ANTIFA LOVING SCUMS THAT STOLE THE DARN ELECTION. love it. overall great gym, only problem I have is that the owner must have schizoaffective disorder.

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★ 5

The best gym!
The staff is very helpful and friendly.
I love the studio, it’s a nice place to dance!
素晴らしいジムです。
スタッフの方々はとても優しく、モチベーションが上がる場所です。
フロントにあるスムージーが大好きで毎回買ってしまいます。おすすめです！

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★ 5

Staff is super helpful and friendly! Gym is top tier! Firm handshakes all across the board!

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★ 5

If your looking for a great gym, I highly recommend Xcel. The facility is always clean, the staff is so friendly, and overall the atmosphere is phenomenal!

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★ 5

The front desk is always so nice and welcoming. I really like the environment of this gym for the reason. The staff is super helpful and are some of the coolest people. My favorite thing are their protein shakes that they sell out of the cafe right when you walk in through those doors! P.s. my favorite shake it the PB&J

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★ 5

The best gym! Very kind staff & always clean! Amazing amenities & I would 100% recommend!

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★ 5

They are always so nice to everyone that walks in the gym! They make everyone feel welcomed!

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★ 5

The nicest gym setup I’ve seen! The staff is incredible:)

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★ 5

The staff is amazing and is so sweet! I was definitely worried about coming to a “big” gym like this, but they are so welcoming! I love it and definitely recommend it!!

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★ 5

best gym ever!!! the space is always spotless clean!!! also love how they provide towels!

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★ 5

Xcel is a great facility! Staff is super friendly, overall the environment is super welcoming! :)

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★ 5

Amazing gym, with great staff and atmosphere ! Always clean and they have amazing classes !

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★ 5

Great facility with awesome equipment. Especially love the positive atmosphere!

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★ 5

Great gym and great location! Super friendly general manager! Great to work with!

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★ 5

Xcel has been my gym since moving to Utah in 2000. I looked at other gyms before joining and have never regretted my decision. The feeling of camaraderie, excellent and innovative equipment, amazing personal trainers and an environment that promotes fitness education, keep me coming back. I have learned so much at Xcel. Thank you for 22 years of fun, fitness and motivation!!! This 64 year old needs you.

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★ 5

Great clean facility. Has everything I want in a gym.

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★ 5

Excellent gym. Facilities are amazing, and the workout was phenomenal. Coach Fornelius was even generous enough to offer my friend Rodney a post-training massage when he had terrible cramps.

Thank you Xcel!

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★ 4

I have been going to Xcel since they opened. Its the best gym in Utah! I love the friendly staff, the nice and high quality equipment, and the clean facility. My only recommendation is the remodeling of their restrooms. It has not been updated for a long time.

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★ 5

Excellent gym, it has everything you require to reach whichever goal you have set for yourself irrespective of your starting point. The environment is superb and welcoming, the equipment is second to none. Brilliant facilities and moreover, a wonderful team led by Nick.

I am visiting from The U.K and I had enquired with a few gyms, Nick was responsive and also accommodating to my needs. He went up and above to ensure my needs were met which he didn't have to do.

I have no doubt I'll be coming back whenever I am in town.

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★ 5

Xcel is an incredible place to work out driven by a group of people looking to achieve similar fitness goals. I was brought to Xcel by General Manager Nick Fornelius who went out of his way to make me feel comfortable at my new gym. He leads an exceptional group of employees who all follow suit with positive energy and excitement. Definitely won’t be switching gyms for a long time and would recommend Xcel to anyone looking for a great gym in the SLC area.

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★ 5

Nick is awesome and always has a smile on his face even at 6am! 🥳

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★ 5

Nick is great and always makes me look forward to going to the gym!

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★ 5

Been going to Xcel for around 5 years now. Best gym in Utah and lots of great, regularly updated equipment.

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★ 4

I have been going to Xcel for 6+ years and I won’t go to any other gym in Salt Lake. It has the best people, has the best equipment, and overall is the best gym I’ve ever been to. My only complaint is that it is a bit more on the pricier side, but you get what you pay for.

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★ 5

Absolutely amazing gym for my week in Utah. I could not have asked for anything more.

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★ 5

Outstanding gym. Would be wasting the precious time you have left if you went anywhere else. Top dog.

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★ 5

I love Xcel Fitness. Thank You to ALL those who make Xcel Fitness the best gym community in Salt Lake City.

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★ 5

Amazing facility! The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The equipment is in great shape and it has everything I could want. Also, the cleanliness of the gym has exceeded my expectations!

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★ 5

such a friendly, welcoming environment. it's always kept clean, and it feels like home!!

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★ 5

Great, clean gym with awesome employees and management.

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★ 5

Fabulous gym, amazing training environment!

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★ 5

Love the staff and facility!

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★ 5

Great experience, love the atmosphere. The GM at this facility helped save me and my family from our burning house. Guys a stud.

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★ 5

The gym is well organized and kept clean by the custodial staff. My favorite custodian Nick, is always keeping the gym clean and welcomes me into the gym every day.

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★ 5

No one makes eye contact with me

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★ 5

Great facility. Always clean. The staff at this gym are extremely nice and they have everything you could ask for. I leave the gym more motivated each and every day I come.

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★ 5

Good gym

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★ 5

Clean bathrooms. I’ve spent a lot of time in there. GM was very helpful. Lots of helpful equipment. I benched 600 lbs for the first time here. 10/10 would recommend

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★ 5

Great gym. Excellently managed.

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★ 5

Xcel is so put together and clean! I was hoping I would get my moneys worth in the facilities but their customer service has made a huge difference in my experience! Never leaving

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★ 5

If you’re looking for a clean, put together, and we’ll maintained gym, this is the place. Super nice staff, I think one of the guys name was Nick. He helped show me the place and knew his stuff. Would recommend to anyone looking for a spot that feels like a second home.

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★ 5

Went to this gym 3 years ago. I loved the Precor open stride elliptical machine. Precor open stride best elliptical I have ever used. Hope to use the Precor open stride soon. I want all small business to succeed. Buy local
Really nice hot tub also. Precor makes the best elliptical
My favorite hot tub

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★ 5

I've been hesitant to write a 5-star review because I want to keep this gem all to myself. Best gym I've been to in Utah. They keep it clean and the clientele always pick up their weights and do their part in keeping it clean. Equipment is kept in good condition, they have plenty of the Olympic lifting stations. It can get busy at certain times, but is big enough and has enough equipment that I've never find myself waiting in line for what I want to do. Staff are friendly. The epitome of 'you get what you pay for' but I prefer that because this gym is a very different crowd from what I experienced when I went to Vasa. I am very glad I make the switch.

Now, with that being said, stay away!! ;)

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★ 5

Really a fantastic gym. It's not too busy, the setup and equipment resembles that of a d1 facility. I'm really into bar work and theres more calisthenics setups than I can even count. The cross fit community looks healthy and I took one fantastic yoga class with @maggie. The locker rooms are not to die for but whatever. Great spot

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★ 5

Have been going to xcel for a few months and i love it. The environment is so fun and safe!

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★ 5

Nick helped us a ton, amazing gym, one of the best I've been too. Very clean and welll kept! Definitely recommend.

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★ 5

Awesome place, great people. Loved the facility and the front desk was exceptionally nice. 10/10 would join here if I lived in the area.

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I went in to Xcel when Covid started to cancel my membership in March 2020. I was told it would be suspended (no further charges) as a courtesy and that way I could start it back up again later if I chose to. I later sent an email asking to just terminate the membership. I mistyped "xcelfitness" as "excelfitness" and I find they've been charging me for 18 months on a membership the front desk told me was suspended. Trying to find someone to speak to there who is in charge is impossible. They are never in. Be careful about dealing with these people.

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★ 5

Passing through and was looking for a gym for a day pass. Nick responded quickly & gave me the lowdown. The gym itself is amazing! I am an old school gym fan & XCEL has it all. Top notch Rogue equipment & a ton of workout options and stations! One of the best gyms I have ever visited!

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★ 3

Nice gym but the atmosphere seems to be judgmental and the same guy asked me out 3 times in a week so I had to change my gym time.

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★ 5

Absolutley love this gym! So much space, amazing equipment, love the lay out. And I also very much appreciate how everyone who goes here ACTUALLY cleans up after themselves. You rarely find any un-racked weights. Always see people cleaning off the equipment after they are done with it. Such an awesome atmosphere!

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★ 5

How can I request reports?

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I recommend to never sign up with them. Everything is ok for as long as you use the gym but once you cancel, they show their real face. I did not use the gym forever, froze my membership at $15 per month for not using it, due to Covid and how gym members acted during Covid. Now where I finally cancelled and they got all those monthly freeze payments in addition to the regular bi-annual gym maintenance payments of $25 for a gym I do not use, they charge me $85 for another month of not using the gym because they pretend that they can not cancel a frozen membership. If you do not agree, they do not allow you to cancel, defacto holding you hostage. So, you are forced to pay for using the gym when you cancel due to none use. None of that is made clear when you sign up with them. So, not using the gym and trying to get out of the contract cost me to date about $400!!!!!! Greed is a total understatement for that, and all that during Covid. Totally shameless.

When you point out that $300 should be enough for not using the gym instead of $400 you are being called names by Xcel Fitness, being called disgruntled. That speaks for itself and shows how Xcel Fitness really thinks about its customers. And as we are on it - that silly T-Shirt I was supposed to get more than 2 years ago when signing up, that make you feel important customer pitch, I never got. They did not have my size and once they cashed in on the membership fees they had no more motivation to get me one even though I asked several times. Was not important to them I guess as they already accomplished their goal, getting another person on autopay. And then there was the employee who liked to often close down the hot tub during gym hours because he did not want to do the cleaning after hours, blocking high paying clients from using the facility as advertised and contracted. But hey, customers who do not like being treated poorly are quickly called disgruntled. Who knows if you happen to read this, you might be the next one being called that way if you have an issue with how they conduct business. So, prepare yourself. The moment you do not submit a positive review, you are fair game for Xcel management.

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★ 5

I was a Division 1 athlete, thus had a best in class gym all through college dedicated specifically for athletes. It has been 18 years since I was fortunate to have access to that caliber of gym on a daily basis and I have always compared every gym to what I used to have access to. I walked into Xcel and was blown away by the facility. It was set up like a division 1 college gym....yet was also very warm and welcoming for anyone from a weekend warrior to a Mom/Dad just trying to ensure their back doesn't go out while they have two toddlers at home. I have been so impressed by the staff, the cleanliness, and physical space between machines/lifting areas. It is clear that Xcel adapted to COVID and truly made the everyday gym experience feel safe. I highly recommend Xcel. When you have the opportunity, walk in, take a tour, and let the exceptional trainers take the time to explain how their staff are making the covid gym experience best in class.

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★ 5

James is just a great trainer. He is professional, very knowledgeable about the musculature-skeletal framework, very knowledgeable about the current and best uses of the equipment, funny, and very personable. My wife, Cathy and i recommend him highly. Although Cathy quit the EXCEL gym, i will continue to go there once i feel more safe with the Covid.

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I really appreciate it when I see all of the staff including the personal trainers wearing face masks. I feel that my safety is important to others when they chose to wear a mask.

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★ 5

Had to update my review, went to workout at 7:30 and got kicked out the CrossFit area because I couldn’t make the 6:30 class. This is dumb. Might as well pay $20 at vasa

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★ 5

Did their competition they put on a year ago and had a really good time, very large gym and awesome equipment!

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★ 5

I've been going since May of 2020. I decided to change take care of my health through fitness. I decided to chat with Matt and was very welcoming, he helped ease a lot of my worries when it comes to fitness and how I can get started.

I decided to get a personal trainer and Matt assigned me with Aubrey since I was looking to make a full lifestyle change, from working out to nutrition. Aubrey has been amazing and very understanding. We set short and long term goals to push. I have my slip ups or have insecurities on my progress and Aubrey is fantastic on helping me get back on track, never making me feel ashamed (which I do all on my own already) , and does a great job get me focused back to my goals.

9 Months later and I am down 7% bodyfat and lost 10lbs while gaining lean muscle mass. I only focus on comparing myself to where I was before and the progress I make. I have developed better habits with small steps each day. Everyone there, including the other patrons, are happy to see you and the progress you make. This was the best decision I have made for turning my life around in my 30s.

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★ 5

I love the huge open space, especially during COVID times. There is plenty of room to keep distance from people. I thought the staff I interacted with were super friendly and informative. The gym itself, while definitely shows signs of wear (some weight increments are worn off on machines), is also well maintained. Definitely feels like they "Xcel" at Crossfit (there is a room specifically there for it), but is a great place for your more pedestrian Gym goer that needs Machines, Free Weights and has a lot of areas to do Barbell lifts/Olympic lifts.

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The gym is always very clean and well maintained. They have also implemented great cleaning tools and tactics with COVID, ensuring that all of the equipment gets wiped down before and after each use. It has all of the equipment that you’d ever need. By far the best gym in Utah!

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★ 5

Jossy made an excellent shake appreciated her care and charisma!

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★ 5

Best place to workout, and Jossy is the best

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high quality facility and really knowledgeable, capable, enthusiastic training from my trainer there, Alyse Muller - she's genuinely invested in my progress and well-being, excellent at helping me regain lost mobility and strength from old injuries, and tons of fun, too :)

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