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Bradley Barron Google

6 months ago

One of the best gyms I have been a member with, and by far the best gym in the area. I am a regular lifter, and despite the gym's boutique status and size, I never have trouble with equipment availability. Everyone in the gym is motivated and efficient. People are here to work out and get out. You will not have to worry about someone doom-scrolling their phone while hogging the bench, or filming how "influencer worthy" they look when squatting. Music in the gym is at a very low level, which is appreciated. You can enjoy a workout in relative quiet, or blast your own motivational music in your ear buds without the gym's overwhelming the sound. Most importantly, the staff are all phenomenal physical trainers, friendly and impressively knowledgeable. This is not LA Fitness, and I am very thankful it is not.

Jackson Pughon Google

a year ago

I dropped in for a trial day and was really impressed. The gym has everything you need — solid equipment, clean space, and it never felt overcrowded. Staff were friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was down-to-earth, not flashy or intimidating. A perfect spot if you’re looking for a no-nonsense place to train in the River Oaks area. Definitely considering a membership!

Brent Bravemanon Google

3 years ago

I REALLY wanted to love River Oaks Gym when Fit closed down. It is 100 yards from my house. I went and worked out at 5:30 AM on a Friday which is my normal work out time and when they open. There were two trainers with clients and one person on cardio. Pros- no waiting for any equipment. The staff (owner I think) was super nice. Parking is free and plentiful. Cons-limited variety of machines, equipment is older and it is DARK in there! Dimly lit and music was very soft which is probably appropriate for the space. I was bored. I have friends who work out there and love it because it is so quiet but I missed the fun music and activity that was at Fit. Cost was equivalent to Fit but double any of the other gyms I am looking at. High initiation fee and over $90/month. It’s the perfect gym for some people, just not me.

Googleyeon Google

2 years ago

This gym is not part of the current social trend. It is for people that seriously care about their health and that are here for that purpose. From the owner, to the trainers and other members, it is an environment of respect and positivity. The owner really cares about the members and what makes the gym worth their time and money. The trainers are all experts and they take the time to impart their knowledge to the trainees. When I compare this gym and the trainers to what I personally have experienced at other gyms, there is NO comparison. This place has a great central location and provides the best environment to exercise daily.

Topher Pradoon Google

a year ago

FALSE ADVERTISING!! Website says "WE OFFER A FREE 1 DAY TRIAL TO ANYONE THINKING ABOUT JOINING OUR PRIVATE GYM". See photo from website from TODAY. Completely false. The owner (Chad) needs to train his employees better, and accept responsibility for when 2 said employees tell a customer incorrect information. On 2 separate occasions (my in person initial visit to tour the facility and a week later on the telephone) I was advised that I could do a "free trial" workout (1 visit) to try before joining. On my initial visit to tour the facility I didn't have time to do the trial workout and was told I could do it when I got the chance. A week later (today) | called in the morning to advise that I would be coming in today to do my trial workout and most likely join afterwards barring any unexpected issues. The employee said "Great! You'll just need to sign a release of liability form and you'll be all set". I told the employee l'd be there in the afternoon. I show up and am greeted by an employee who looks at me skeptically when I said I'm here for my trial workout. He says "we don't offer free trial workouts ANYMORE". Oh ok, well I only know what 2 of your co-workers told me on 2 separate occasions..guess they're idiots?? The desk employee then calls Chad - the facility owner who was advised that I was told by 2 of his employees an obviously untrue statement about a free trial workout. Chad declined to take an opportunity to make a smart business decision AND HONOR HIS OWN WEBSITE and instead decided that a $20 day guest pass fee was his priority. He said no "free workout, but you (me) can pay a $20 guest pass fee and try the facility". Ummmm...Chad. it's your gym and you can make up all the rules you want on the fly..but that's really bad business. You asking me for $20 when 2 of YOUR employees gave me false information and your own website contradicts you is just bad business in anyone's judgment. You obviously need the $20 more than I do. I passed on the $20 day pass to try the facility where I was going to pay a $300 INITIATION FEE to join a facility I hadn't had the opportunity to try. The facility itself is "different", I have 2 other large gym memberships that ! keep but wanted a smaller quieter facility as an option. Chads bad attitude made my decision NOT to join very easy. He acts like someone who's been hurt? Hope