I joined Sola shortly after it opened. I had been searching for the perfect gym for what felt like…read moreforever, but I knew I was going to join Sola before my tour had even ended.
Sola used to be perfect- clean, free (included in the membership) fitness classes, fitness trainers ready to assist, a smoothie bar with post-workout snacks, a pool, etc.
The gym is very clean, and there is a very large variety of equipment that is available for use. There is an indoor track for running/ walking, that loops around the perimeter surrounding all of the exercise equipment.
There are 3 studios for the variety of classes that are offered. These are always clean and well maintained. Yoga mats, exercise balls, cycling bikes, etc. are provided for use during these classes.
The locker rooms are sanitary, and are regularly maintained by the staff. Shampoo, body wash, towels, mouthwash, q-tips, lotion, and blow dryers are all provided for use in the locker rooms.
On the main floor, through each of the locker rooms, there is a jacuzzi, a therapy pool, and a regular pool with lap lanes. On the weekends Sola hosts family days where small children are allowed to splash around in the pool.
Ever since the new management has taken over, there have been some obvious changes- not all necessarily for the better.
The first, most noticeable change was a price increase in the membership. If it goes up any more I honestly don't know if the price can be justified.
The fitness trainers seem to work fewer hours or are just harder to find. They are definitely knowledgable, and want to work with you and get to know you. There used to be at least 2-3 fitness trainers on the floor at any given time, but today I'm lucky if I can find one!
The original instructors for the Zumba classes seemed to be a lot more lively and the classes were more full. There was such a great variety of music that everyone- all ages- could listen to and dance to. I felt like I was definitely getting a workout. Nothing against the current instructors, but i've slowly stopped attending the fitness classes because they've gotten boring. I haven't tried any of the paid classes yet, but maybe that's where all the fun has gone...
The most annoying part of the change in new management was their social media/ membership outreach campaign. When I signed up I made the mistake of giving them my cell phone and my home phone. For at least a 2-week period I would get non-stop robo calls about joining Sola. I was already a member! This giant marketing push has really detracted from Sola's core values, and has really left a bad taste in my mouth. Please bring back the old Sola!