Liberty Athletic club is more expensive than most if not all other gyms in Ann Arbor, but I find it…read moreworthwhile, especially for families. The decor looks a bit dated compared to say the newly constructed L.A fitness - but the facilities are quite comprehensive - I use the strength training facilities, my partner makes use of the included fitness classes, and my kids love the indoor play area and pool, and great outdoor pool / recreation area during the summer. Great place to host birthday parties too. Hard to find this combo anywhere else. I also find that Liberty being independently owned leads to better service than I experienced at L.A Fitness and Planet fitness - the people who work at Liberty have often times been around for years and seem to care more. If you are a solo adult, the extra cost might be harder to justify. But for our family, this is hands down the best fitness club in Ann Arbor.

My husband and I have been members of Liberty Athletic Club for the last year and I have nothing…read morebut great experiences so far. In the last year they've been renovating quite a bit to update the spaces, equipment, etc, which has helped the overall vibe. They started by painting and reflooring the main workout room and are currently renovating and updating the indoor lap pool and hot tubs/saunas. The locker rooms are clean and the lockers are easy to use. The workout equipment is in great condition and even during their busiest times it's easy to get a treadmill or a bike. Plenty of TVs and things to keep you occupied with as well as you're huffing and puffing along. They have a few rooms for specialized classes--group fitness, spin and yoga. Now, I've only done the yoga classes so I can't comment on the others but the yoga classes I've attended were good (restorative yoga). I've always felt a million times better coming out than when I went in. There's a lot to do for families too. With a big kid's complex with a play area, rock climbing wall and indoor water park for fun during the winter months (also open in the summer). The outdoor complex is awesome and open Memorial to Labor Days. To be honest, this was the selling point for me. They have a few lap lanes for adult swimming (yes there are only two but I never had a problem getting a lap of my own this summer and I went several times a week) a bigger "play" area in that pool for the older kids/teens, and a splash/smaller pool for kids with a nice water slide. The outdoor cafe area has beverages, smoothies, frozen yogurt, and a few hot items for lunching. There's a small playground and even a few holes of mini golf in the complex as well. Plus outdoor tennis courts, of course. The club is big on tennis and they have a ton of courts inside as well. Plus classes, teams, and more. I feel like there's always a tennis club gathering when I'm there. There's a small indoor cafe as well with snacks, water, smoothies and such. They close around 7:30pm every day so it's more for lunch or a post-work pick me up before your workout. They have a small spa area upstairs with pedicures and massages. When you join you get a coupon for either or so I booked one and splurged on another. Great solitary environment. I had a beautiful pedicure and one of the best massages I've ever had. It's just a little pricey to do often, but if I could I would. It's definitely not a cheap membership, but I get a generous stipend from work for a fitness membership which covers most of the cost. If not for this I'm not sure I could swing it. But since I can, I try and make the most of my membership.

Updating my review as I've been swimming with the masters swim team here now for ~2 years…read more I just have to commend the Health & Fitness Center for their upkeep of the facility. They're ALWAYS making improvements - whether it's adding it in a brand new cafe, or swapping out all the shampoo/conditioner/body wash dispensers and just keeping the place really clean - especially the pool! While they don't have digital sign up (I have to call and share my credit card information over the phone or just go in person....), they clearly do invest in their facilities and these details don't go unnoticed! Lastly, the staff is always so helpful and friendly here - even early morning at 5am!

I recently canceled my WCC membership after almost year because it's become far too crowded. It…read moredoesn't help that people using the strength-training machines--especially the leg and hip ones, which are all tucked into a back corner--have the worst attitude I've seen across Ann Arbor gyms: parking themselves on a machine and scrolling TikTok for a good 10-15 minutes. If you ask to work in for a set, they act shocked and can get confrontational. If the gym is going to keep signing-in this many people, it needs to do more to manage sharing and access--whether that's a brief orientation about machine etiquette, more active floor supervision, or even rethinking the layout (e.g., fewer treadmills and more of the strength machines that constantly get monopolized).

Theo greeted me upon arrival and was extremely helpful throughout the check in process. He was…read moreprofessional, attentive, and just an overall excellent attitude. It's always refreshing to see a business invest in team members who go above and beyond to provide outstanding customer service. Thank you, Theo, for making the experience a great one.

You have an app. You have my email and contact information. There is NO excuse for not being able…read moreto send communication when facilities are closed (which is VERY often at this location). There's nothing like showing up 8 months pregnant with your back and feet desperate for a pool only to see a sign at the desk that the pool is closed. And estimated time of repair? None, of course! We will be looking into a gym membership elsewhere.

went to the new location by Briarwood and was very disappointed there's hardly any space to stretch…read moreout before or after your workout. Two for sure in 2 corners; anywhere else and you have people walking all around you with weights, etc. it's about the same on Stadium, with possibly 3 spots then look out. they could re-utilize the 30 min room, ditch a row of step stools and make that a stretching area.

Nice staff, welcoming clean atmosphere, but they sure make it hard to end your membership. That…read moreleft a bad taste in my mouth and I won't rejoin. Also there was a long unexplained period of no hot water that management didn't seem to be bothered about.

I've been lifting weights since 2012 and compete regularly when I am able. I recently moved to the…read morearea from California and was looking for a gym that focuses more on strength-based sports like Powerlifting and Olympic Weightlifting without all of the extras. Forged is relatively small and has a simple set up, but it has everything you will ever need as a strength athlete. Olympic platforms, a full rack, powerlifting and oly bars, kettlebells, free weights, rowing machines, KG and LB plates, etc. They have daily workouts posted that you can do or you can do your own programming. They also have classes you can take including how to lift weights for beginners and a crossfit-type HIIT workout. My favorite part is this gym gives you 24/7 access so you can go at any time. They have a full bathroom with a shower. As someone who tends to lift weights later on at night, i know i can take my time and not rush through my workout to leave because the gym closes too early. If you're a super early riser, this gym will work for you too. I appreciate how friendly and welcoming the space is. I'm a queer woman and am often wary of perceived "bro culture" in gyms. This gym is woman-owned and operated, which means it's absolutely NOT a bro culture-friendly place or intimidating in the slightest. I've even brought my dog in a couple of times. This is a place for everyone - whether you're just starting out and want to learn how to lift or if you're a seasoned strength athlete who needs a spot to work out, you are welcome here. However, don't expect this to be priced similarly to Planet Fitness or a gym like PF. You get full programming and access to knowledgeable coaches during coached times so it's priced accordingly ($115 for a full membership). You get what you pay for and Forged is 100% worth the money.

Forged Barbell is one of the most inclusive and warm spaces I have ever been to. There is none of…read morethe "macho man" mentality that so typically characterizes powerlifting atmospheres, and all of the coaches guide each member with such individual attention and precision. Lauren (the owner) is an absolute wizard when it comes to form, alignment, and lifting regiment. The programming is extremely creative and varied. I have never powerlifted before coming to Forged Barbell, precisely because I was intimidated by the stereotype of what I thought heavy lifting was, but now I am addicted! Forged Barbell is the exception to the rule, and so much more!

it is a good place to get skinny and strong I highly suggest…read morethat you should come here and do your work out it will help you a ton

This is the place I've been looking for!!!!!! I'm so excited, I can barely contain myself…read more The Amazing: - The gym is nicely situated away from the hubbub of Ann Arbor. That means there's parking. And it's even free. - The people that work here are awesome. They are friendly and knowledgeable. - The pricing structure is spectacular. You pay $68/month. This gives you access to the gym from 6a-9p every day (yes, every day). You can cancel at any time (YESSS!!! I love them for this. I hate those gym contracts. So so much. I always feel like I'm getting scammed or talked into stuff I don't want or need too. Not here!!!) - The equipment is the shit. They have everything in there that I could want. I did enjoy doing crossfit when I did it... it was fun. But it was just too hard on my body. Regular gyms don't contain much of the crossfit stuffs (slam balls, wall balls, rubber bands, free bars with the big weights, hex bars, kettle bells, and more). This place fixes that by providing all this cool stuff, w/o the cost or crossfit workout. LOVE. They also have the rowing machines that I like to use and I'm excited to spend a little time getting into shape using them. :) - The "Lunch Hour Energizer" class put on by Jeff is perfect. Thirty minutes long, great variety, personal attention. I generally am not a class person, but this is more like group personal training. It's awesome, and I highly suggest you give it a try. What needs just a little TLC: - The website is hard to follow. It's hard to know the hours, what's actually included in the prices, and what the class schedule is. Their website doesn't need to have so much instagram on it, as it distracts from what they have to offer and what I'm there to do - see what the place is about. They should also have a link to their fb page on their main site. I had to go to fb and manually type it in. Okay, okay... first world problems. :) In a nutshell, this is my new favorite gym. I've been a member of a LOT of gyms. Have lived all over the world and visited gyms in other countries. So the fact that it's my favorite is saying a lot. Of course, personal preference on what you're looking for in a gym will alter your wants/needs. If you want a sauna and hot tub... well then, this isn't it. But if you want a solid workout that's fun with all the equipment you could need, here you go!

Best fitness gym I've ever been a part of. The coaches are excellent, the staff is friendly, and…read morethey continually come up with ways to engage members and challenge us. I'm not a workout kind of gal. I hate running, I find it hard to motivate myself to go to the gym, especially being in my 40's with two young kids... OT has changed my mindset and given me confidence to show up and push myself.

Great place can't wait for next class great teacher Looking forward to learning moreread more

10/10 Anytime…read moreFitness deserves credit for being a quiet sanctuary during a hectic stretch of life (Ann Arbor has trees, academia, and chaos in equal measure). This location (UM) helped me stay grounded--showered, stretched, hydrated with purified water, vitamins taken, headphones on, and fully back in the zone. Clean facility, reliable 24/7 access, and exactly the kind of environment that lets you maintain hygiene, routine, and a little self-respect when things are in motion. Then my 5th favorite restaurant all time favorite @subway is right there. In Michigan their subways often incorporate a drive-thru. So circling back here--AT--Call it fitness, call it maintenance--but it worked. Michigan Harbor coach dock ship sea port#gpg Gpg an acronym for good-places-2-go-to.....FYI. Homeage at MU and I knew once 3x 4-team playoffs that the gophers would someday beat pac 12 fav Hawaii the Natty.....how about duke football?!?? @bluedevils #nba

This Anytime site has what I feel is enough cardio equipment. Decent grouping of machines…read more So far it has not been so crowded one did not have to wait. The available trainers are knowledgeable and friendly. People of all ages and body type are here.