Pretty obvious that Desmond doesn't care about the gym. Lot of busted old equipment, nothing is…read moreever cleaned, he never runs the AC, toilets aren't even secured to the floor, and good luck drying off your hands after washing them.

I've been going here from some time now, and it's been a very good experience. I mainly do…read moreweightlifting there, and since there's over 10 racks there, I've never had an issue finding a spot to lift. During the middle of the day, it's fairly empty, so there's maybe only 1-3 other people there during off-peak hours. Even in peak times, I see everyone working in with each other without any hassle. Desmond recently gave the place a really nice renovation with some new racks, so it's looking good there. Even before then, the gym's got all the equipment I need to get my workout done and then some. I always feel welcome here, and Desmond greets me by name anytime he sees me come in. If you just want to lift and don't need classes/training, the $20/mo is absolutely a great deal.

first off, i want to highlight my experience with Toni, one of the personal trainers. i came in…read moreand he was doing a 1 minute plank = 5 minutes of stretching session. max 3 minutes. he displayed professionalism throughout my session with him. i've been a member at life time in the past in another state and had a great experience. this location is just as good, if not better. staff are friendly and helpful and the gym has a lot of amenities. the weight room can get packed during peak hours but they are closed until midnight which is nice for anyone who chooses to workout late. they have towels, shampoo, mouth wash, hair spray, hair dryers, shaving cream and razors, and deodorant in the locker rooms. the price is definitely worth it if you use the amenities.

Very disappointing experience at Life Time Athletic…read more One of the biggest issues is the complete lack of enforcement around the outdoor hot tub. The posted rules clearly state that the hot tub is for ages 12 and older, yet there are regularly groups of children who appear to be well under that age using it. Every now and then a lifeguard comes over and asks about their age, but by now the kids seem to know exactly what to say: "We're 12." The lifeguard accepts the answer and leaves. What's even more frustrating is that after the lifeguard walks away, I've heard some of these kids laughing about the fact that nobody can do anything about it. The issue isn't simply that children are in the hot tub. Personally, I wouldn't have a problem with kids enjoying it. The problem is the lack of supervision and enforcement. On numerous occasions I've seen children eating in or around the hot tub, with pieces of food ending up in the water. It's unsanitary and completely unacceptable. I don't know when management and the lifeguard staff stopped caring, but when you're charging some of the highest membership fees in the area, members should expect much better standards. Rules should either be enforced consistently or changed altogether. Another disappointing change is the replacement of many of the water fountains with units that don't clearly show the status of the water filter. Members should be able to easily see whether a filter is functioning properly or needs replacement. For a company that constantly markets itself as being focused on member wellness and health, this seems incredibly ironic. Life Time positions itself as a premium fitness club, but the declining attention to cleanliness, rule enforcement, and member experience makes it harder and harder to justify the premium price.

This gym used to be way better maintained under the previous owner. When Fitness World took over…read morethe operation they at first made noteworthy investments in the equipment and I was impressed. Since then, they have continued to allow equipment facilities to deteriorate. And my rating is only about the equipment upkeep and maintenance and NOT about the quality staff that they continue to have working there. I've uploaded several images (none are dupes) that I took today to illustrate my point. the broken or missing machines have been in the state for several months so it's not like it just pooped up this week. I enjoy going to the gym but no one I speak to seems to know when anything will be fixed. They are just told "we're working on it"

It got updated to a brand new version and the new name is "Fuel Fitness." All blue now!!!!!!!!!!!…read moreIts probably look bigger than before.

O2 Fitness in Durham NC did not disappoint…read more The facility is very clean, extremely spacious, well-maintained, and fully stocked with top-tier equipment. Whether you're into heavy lifting, functional training, or cardio, they have everything you need. The staff is friendly, professional, and genuinely helpful -- you can tell they actually care about members and creating a great gym culture. The atmosphere is motivating without being intimidating, which makes it perfect for both beginners and serious lifters. Locker room was clean and the layout was spacious. To all my fellow Iron Addicts... If you're serious about your fitness and want a gym that delivers on quality, O2 Fitness is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!

I had a negative experience at this gym because of one trainer's attitude. Erin came across as…read morecondescending and acted as if she owned the place, which made the environment feel uncomfortable and unwelcoming. I don't expect everyone to be overly friendly, but I do expect basic professionalism and respect, especially from staff or trainers working around members. The gym itself may be fine, and other people there may be great, but this interaction left a bad impression. I would be hesitant to recommend the gym unless management does a better job making sure trainers treat members with respect.

Like many people in 2020, finding a place to work out safely has been very difficult. I had no idea…read morewhat to do as an extrovert who loves Group Fitness classes, because it helps me get a little bit more energy. That's where my summer Y membership came into place. I ended up utilizing the outdoor spin classes at this location frequently, and cannot say enough good things about Chuck, the fitness instructor. As far as I know, there are a few other outdoor classes, but the spin classes are my jam. I love Chuck's energy, the music, and the fact that I get a super hard ride in once a week. I believe he teaches three classes per week, but the Sunday class is my favorite. So grateful that the YMCA has provided us with a safe way to get our fitness on. Thank you!

By far my favorite YMCA in Durham. While the American Tobacco Campus lacks a swimming pool, steam…read moreroom and sauna, it makes up for it in the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff, cleanliness of the lockers and equipment and it's the least crowded Y I've been to in the area. I most often visit the gym between 9:30-12:00pm, and there is never more then a handful of clients during those hours at this Y. Mostly professionals that work at Tobacco Campus, people are quiet and stick to themselves. Also, note that this location is also only open on weekdays, conducive to professionals! I've never had a Y attendant be more attentive to me, one of the staff asked me if I was doing okay during my workout routine and offered helpful suggestions. Their quality of equipment is on par with the Lakewood facilities but is more updated with the NikeFit application on the treadmills and built in fans (you also have a beautiful waterfall view!). They also have a private bike room (not a glass room like the downtown Y) and a couple private workout classrooms for classes. My only qualms about this Y are that parking can be rough to find and there's a two hour limit on the street and in the deck. In addition, the water pressure in the woman's bathroom is like a deep-tissue massage. It's not bad, but startled me at first and I could see people having an issue with that. Since this location is only open during weekdays and not late, it's definitely more geared towards the local work crowd. Last, the lockers in the woman's room are much smaller then your typical YMCA lockers, so bring a small gym back or just try to shove it all in. I switch off my YMCA's since I work, live and socialize near three different locations, but I was very happy to discover this mostly hidden branch. Be sure to check it out if you're looking for a quiet atmosphere and a place where there will always be open equipment. Also, they've got coffee for you on your way out, how much better can it get?! Elite Note: If you feel like running outdoors, the ATT starts on the other side of the highway and goes for 22 miles!

My experience a this YMCA was for a special event - a USA Basketball clinic. They checked…read moreparticipants in out and had us go right into the gym. The clinic was great, and the kids had such a fun time. After the clinic they took everyone upstairs into a multipurpose room where they had snacks and gave each child a signed copy of the book Basketball. The author/illustrator, Kadir Nelson was even there to talk to the kids. Such a neat event!

I don't use the pool or anything but the resistance equipment. The gym has broken equipment. The…read moreleg extensions machine has been missing parts since I started here over a year ago. Equipment is on the low end side and not up kept well. It's expensive. Unless you plan to swim and play basketball, it's not worth the price. Unfortunately downtown Durham doesn't have many good options. We really need a solid body building gym in Durham. Oh and some of the staff are just rude. Not all of them, most are nice folks. Tony at the front desk is all class. There is an older women who works there that is really not nice.

CFD is an amazing gym with brilliant coaches and programming…read more Everyone is very friendly and welcoming from the minute you join. I have been going here since October 2022 and I already feel an overwhelming sense of community. The programming here is somewhat like a crossfit gym but I find it even better! I have been doing crossfit for 3 years now and I honestly think CFD's programming has pushed me further than those 3 years did. They focus on a lot of strength with good form instead of "just go as heavy as you can" like in CF gyms. I also feel like the workouts are NOT a competition like at crossfit gyms. Most programming is not "for time", it is just about moving well for a preset time or amount of sets. The demographic at this gym ranges from young to older as well as beginners to experts in fitness. CFD welcomes all walks of life! The coaches help you adjust all exercises to meet your level of fitness. Something special about this gym is that they really take the time to get to know you and your movement style. When you start here they complete a fitness assessment which basically looks at your mobility and balance in strength between your left/right and upper/lower body. It is a very helpful tool to help identify strengths and deficits for each individual. I highly recommend joining this gym. It's in a great location and the staff are incomparable. There is nothing negative to say about Courage Fitness!

Went in for an interview with this gym. From the beginning I said that I just wanted to try it out…read morejust to see if it's something I would like (2 classes a week). The operator was kinda rude after when I said wasn't expecting it to be so expensive when all I wanted to do was to try it out after being told to try it out she recommended 6 classes for $660. Yes I know pretty nice hunk of change just to try out a gym just to see if it's a good fit. And that her comment at the end really bugged me. She said we have been here before and we will be here later if you changed your mind. Making me feel like I really didn't matter. Definitely won't be giving this place a chance.

Everything the sauna suck no steam room like they promised people I want never go backread more

I will give the gym a one star due to the company that runs their billing. DO NOT SIGN THE…read moreCONTRACT with them. I have been trying to cancel my membership for months and Peak Payment Solutions, despite proof, continues to tell me I am lying about when they received the email, etc. They also would not cancel my membership stating I had a $25 late fee and had to pay it. They continued to charge me monthly fees and late fees each month on top of it - to the tune of close to $300. They then passed me onto collections and despite having a dispute through BBB (which by the way Peak Payments has 1 star reviews across the board from people across the United States.) Peak Payments refuses to admit that they have fraudulent business practices and are actively violating FTC regulations.