I've been a member of Beacon Hill Athletic Club (Wellesley) for three years, and the only reason I continue to go is because it's convenient and there aren't many easy alternatives nearby. The biggest issue is that the equipment is badly outdated. Walking into the gym feels like stepping into the 1980s. The machines are old, the overall facility feels tired, and it is long overdue for a serious investment and refresh. The locker rooms are in a similar state, very dated and in clear need of renovation. To be fair, the club is clean. Extremely clean. In fact, the staff often seem more concerned with cleaning equipment than allowing members to use it. The constant wiping down and fussing over machines can feel excessive and, at times, genuinely strange. The atmosphere is also disappointing. Peter appears to have a group of favorite members and regularly has loud, bro-style conversations with them across the gym. These conversations often include inappropriate language that feels unprofessional in a fitness club setting. Another staff member, a younger guy, is consistently rude and seems to think the gym's sound system exists solely for his benefit. When he's working, members are subjected to some truly awful reggae playlists. Peter's music choices aren't much better, with a steady diet of jazz and 70s music that feels completely disconnected from what most people would expect in a modern gym. The overall impression is that the gym is run around the preferences of the staff rather than the members. Whether it's the music, the conversations, or the way the floor is managed, there seems to be very little thought given to creating an environment that is motivating and enjoyable for the people actually paying to work out there. The one saving grace is the woman who works at the front desk. She is consistently friendly, welcoming, professional, and genuinely customer-focused. She treats members with respect and clearly understands what good customer service looks like. Ironically, she also seems to have the best taste in music. Unfortunately, it's uncomfortable to watch how some of the other staff, particularly Peter, treat her. She deserves far better than the dismissive attitude she often appears to receive. For a club that charges premium membership fees, the facilities, atmosphere, and management approach simply don't measure up. read more

This gym is great and always very clean! It is well equipped and organized. Members here are no-nonsense. They come to get a good workout. They don't try to find dates, show off the latest fitness gear, or take selfies. If you love 70's music, which I do, the vibe is perfect. If not, bring your own music because that is all they play. read more

This is the best gym I have ever belonged to. The equipment is first rate. The staff is constantly cleaning and maintaining. The cardio section includes treadmills, stair steppers, Stairmasters, and Erg rowing. The staff is very friendly and skilled in every training discipline. Classes are included in the monthly fee-no extra charges. A+ in every metric. read more

Lovely experience dealing with the staff in the Wellesley location! I called Saturday (yesterday), Abbey was super kind, then I came Sunday(today) to check out the gym on a Guest Visit. Alex was super nice on the phone then Andrew was amazing at the gym. Imma huge gym rat and i actually lift so i needed a straight bar and I didn't want the 45 i wanted a 35, but they dont have a rack of weighted bars, but Andrew found me bar!!! He said it was in the back, Like wow thank you!!! What a great worker! I Thought great vibe, low key and had fun! Thank you. Im looking for a gym, you guys are in the lead! read more

I'm here to update my 1-star review - not delete it as requested - to say that the situation has been negotiated and come to a fair agreement. The two gyms, as they have been for some time, will continue to exist as neighbors. I don't believe in censorship but I do believe in providing more information and context. I no longer have a gripe with this business but I don't think it's fair to try to change history either. Here's what I said before: I looked into many options to work out in the Wellesley area and a few things turned me off about Beacon Hill. Above all, it's way too expensive - the facilities are lacking for the price and there's no pool. There are so many better options in the area (especially for women) that are a much better deal with more of a community feel. Now, Beacon Hill - as Pauli S. mentions - is trying to push out a local women's gym in Linden Square. It's un-neighborly and unnecessary. The other gym has been there way longer I am told and it seems like just another case of the big guy going after the little guy. Don't go here if you want to support local, community-based initiatives. read more

I agreed with the cleanliness reviews when I first joined last year, but unfortunately, the club has gone downhill in the short time that I have been there. Part of the problem is the clientele that expects the staff to clean up after them. Towels are forever strewn about and not picked up for hours. The equipment is adequate and it is never crowded, owing probably to the fact that it is very expensive. It is far too much money given there is no basketball court or pool. If you are expecting value for the money, this is not the place for you. read more

Okay I need to write an update. While I still LOVE this gym, I decided not to join as they didn't offer enough morning classes. I am the type of person that wants to do a spin class before work 5 days a week (6am), I just can't workout after work. Anyway, I decided to join BSC and am happy with my choice. I don't knock this gym in anyway, had it offered the classes I want I would have become a member. For those that don't care for the classes, then this is the gym for you! Enjoy. read more

Great gym, very convenient in Wellesley, good hours, spacious and clean, and lots of good machines and equipment. Never crowded. Lots of cardio options. They also have spin, yoga, cardio, etc classes. I don't attend but my wife does and likes them. Many of the cardio machines headphone jacks need to be replaced. read more

Great gym! I've been a member of Beacon Hill Athletic in Wellesley for 4 years. The equipment is always clean & in great working order. Never a problem getting on a machine or using any of the equipment. Great view out the back of the park behind the Wellesley Town Hall. Super convenient to all the shops on Linden Street. I would definitely recommend the Beacon Hill Athletic Club to anyone who lives nearby! read more

I have been a member for many years. I joined because of the proximity to my office and my home. My previous gym closed unexpectedly and I was sure I would not like any gym as much but I was wrong. There is a nice big parking area so that's good. Inside, the place is very clean especially the women's locker room which is really important to me. I often shower there if I work out midday during the week and the showers are always clean and stocked with soap and body wash. There is plenty of equipment and plenty of televisions. The staff is very nice. I am completely satisfied read more

I just moved to Wellesley last year and am so happy to have found this spot! The facilities are great, and it's a pretty laid back atmosphere which I love in a gym. It's on the small side but it has all you need and my favorite part really is the community feel - not intimidating in the least. I also take many of the classes and find the teaching to be fantastic. And the manager Peter is SO friendly and helpful. Highly recommend read more

My lovely granddaughter helped to get on this site so I can complain about Beacon Hill Club in Linden Square Wellesley. I go to another club across the street and Beacon Hill Club is forcing us to move the temporary space because of a noncompete clause i was told. This seems unfair to me as we are a group of all women. many of us are gradnmothers who would otherwise not join the Beacon Club. I have lived in a this neighborhood for many many years and Beacon Hill has not been here for that long. Not as long as the club I am a member of. This seems very unfair to me. Don't join the Wellesley location! read more

Still love this gym! Clean, bright, and the best classes around. Love the Tabata class and spin by Nancy, and of course, body centrik by Georgia Janos--fitness guru and amazing trainer! Love her power yoga class on Sundays as well. All the trainers are great and the ambience is inviting. Peter is an exceptional manager of this gym and listens to his clients and what they want. All good. read more

This gym is great. Its never super crowded. The staff is very friendly and always helpful. The machines are new and everything is CLEAN. It provides a nice low key atmosphere to work out in. I like the set up and the lockers rooms are clean and pristine too. The TV in the locker room was a nice touch. The only problem I had was the lack of classes. Its not made for people with busy schedules. This is definitely much better than many of the BSCs that I have been to. read more

Immaculate facility with state-of-the-art equipment and very friendly, professional staff. I used this location when traveling from out of town and was impressed with the range of exercise options (treadmills, elliptical, stair machines, free weights, etc.). Everything one would need for a complete workout. They also offer group classes like spinning. Large parking area and convenient location. read more

Extremely clean club, friendly staff, and updated high-end equipment. Whether for cardio or lifting weights, I highly recommend this gym.

This gym is awesome. It's really clean, the staff are friendly, and it's never crowded. The equipment is new and even newer stuff keeps showing up too. I don't have a personal trainer there, but sometimes I notice other people meeting with them and it looks like a tough but really fun workout. There are three showers in the women's locker room, and I've never had to wait. There are a good amount of classes too, if you like that, but mostly during the day, so I don't go to them. The only downside is that it's pretty expensive and is fairly small for what you're paying. I think it's worth it just for the fact that there are usually so few people there. I recommend it! read more

I went in this morning to the Wellesley Beacon Hill Athletic center and tried to sign up for the mnt to mnt membership, fill-out all the paperwork, added auto pay with my credit card, no sign up fee, Jan19 for $19, then mnt to mnt at $79 with min 3mnts. Then after all that i was told there will be an additional charge of $25 on 1March19 and the reason i was given was that its a MAINTENANCE fee - I have never heard of such non-sense. The Asian dude try to justify some BS but the BS did not fly, say something like they are upgrading equipment - WTF, why do members need to pay this extra $25. Are you guys MAD? read more

The facilities, classes, and friendly attitude I this gym are awesome! The gym is always very clean - except the women's locker room has had a pungent odor a few times but, besides that, it's immaculate - and has state of the art equipment. There is a large variety of classes taught by dynamic teachers who make classes challenging and always change it up! The teachers and gym workers are all friendly, welcoming, and helpful - very surprising for a Wellesley establishment! Unfortunately, this summer a teacher has either not shown up to class to teach the 6am bootcamp (4 times) or been over 30 minutes late (1 time)! I understand that people go on vacation over the summer but I don't enjoy getting up at 5:30am and it's frustrating to find out that news when I have already arrived to the gym. Furthermore, I pay a pretty penny to be a member here - even with my student discount it's expensive at $70 a month - and I would rather have a guaranteed teacher than a tv in the locker room. Overall, great gym I am fortunate enough to go to! read more

The Wellesley BHAC facility is fabulous - sparkling clean, great equipment in excellent condition, and friendly staff. Jim M. is the most qualified personal trainer and physical therapist I have even met. With a lifelong commitment to personal health and athletic performance in outdoor sports I have found Wellesley BHAC and Jim are the perfect partnership for me! I am able to achieve all of my goals and maintain physical fitness with a smile and lots of support! read more

I have been a member for nearly 10 years. I initially frequented the Wellesley location but am now going to the West Newton site after I moved. Both facilities continue to be very enjoyable places to exercise. I am always reminded of the slogan, "come as you are, leave feeling better" that I see when I enter either facility. this is a true mantra. There is always a friendly greeting from the club employee. The equipment is clean, new and readily available. the hours are convenient. I enjoy the opportunity to socialize with other clubs members. Membership price is reasonable. read more

This is an excellent health club, great hours, very good equipment. The atmosphere is very conducive to working out. The staff and trainers are quite good. Jim is my trainer and he has been excellent. Peter, the manager, is so service oriented. You know he takes very good care of this place. read more

Recently moved to Wellesley and was looking for a healthclub for the family to join...what a disappointing visit to this club. Great equipment but terrible attitude of the staff. The arrogance was over the top - total jock place and not family friendly even though they showed of their baby area. There were 2 members working out and 4 staff members idling around and none of them wanted to be bothered. The three of us were ready to signup at $225/mo - we were serious. But the total lack of attention to new members left a raw taste. Not going back there again - my wife decided to join the women's fitness across the street and my son & I will find another place. read more

i switched here from health point (BSC) in waltham. this club is CLEAN, and that is the major reason for me but in addition to clean, it is manageable and trainers know their stuff especially Jim who i now use. everything about it is great for me...and I am very happy at this club. read more