The best gym on the east coast probably in the entire nation! They have every machine you could ever think of and some you can't even imagine. The staff and patrons are all super friendly. Overall a great place read more

I was visiting family in the area and needed a place to workout. I had already tried a local Planet Fitness on their free day pass a few days earlier, which was fine...I suppose, but I needed something better. I'm not from NY and was not previously familiar with Bev Francis' Powerhouse Gym. What an experience! First, this place is enormous. Largest square footage of pure lifting equipment I've ever seen, and even more so, the largest variety of machines. Some contraptions so esoteric, it's not even clear what muscles they work from looking at them. The place is like the Smithsonian of weight machines. But there were a few things I discovered that I really loved and wished my own local gym had something similar. Second, this place is crowded. I was there mid-morning Saturday, and it was packed. I didn't need to wait for machines since I wasn't following a specific program, but if I had gone with a very specific set of exercises and order in mind, it would have been frustrating. The equipment condition varied depending on their age. Some was great, some seemed like they should have been retired a decade ago. Be aware that the gym caters more to elite bodybuilding than elite powerlifting. It won't make a difference for 99% of people, but as one example, there was a relative paucity of squat racks and benches for a place this large. If you are worried about being intimidated by the clientele, that may be a reasonable concern. I'm one of the biggest guys in most gyms, and I was only about average among the 100+ guys that were there. Having said that, there were only 1-2 freakishly large dudes (i.e. probable pro-bodybuilders), and the handful of people I interacted with seemed all relatively friendly. But it's not a place for beginners. Tiny annoyance: they have 2 scales which differed by 7 pounds (despite zeroing the ancient balance scale) read more

What an amazing gym. They have more equipment and workout options than the past five gyms I've belonged to combined. The price is beyond reasonable and the people that run it are incredibly nice. I'm a lifer. read more

Love the place and in the past I've always preferred sports over iron. Place is incredibly welcoming and warm (and entertaining) My only ask is that they dont move the equipment around so often as it kills my routine finding the machines I like And my time there is always right 5 stars for my new home away from home!!! read more

The best gym in the world. Nothing can compare to Bevs. Not only do they have the old school bodybuilding vibe...its clean and well managed.

Best and constantly updated equipment, great members and staff, all in all the greatest gym on earth.

My brother in law has been talking about Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym for years. "The top body builders from all over train here!" I'm told. I mentioned for Father's Day, lets treat ourselves and work out at the Powerhouse Gym! What's great about this gym, they offer a daily rate. So we all agree to meet Saturday morning at Powerhouse Gym in Syosset. A very nice man greets us at the counter. He takes our information and scans each one of us into the system. We all start talking about "Bev Francis", Powerlifting champion of the 80s who broke more than 40 world Powerlifting records as well as the first woman to bench press over 300lbs. I'm diggin' the spot already! We're racking up the plates and ready to start our work out. A few regular members start talking to us, one guy tells me: There is equipment here from the 1970s! I'm not talking about old, junky stuff. There are certain tried and true weight lifting equipment that will never be out of fashion to use. Now I start looking at the other members. There are quite a few, just insane members that are lifting some serious weight. After working out I notice something I'm taking away from the gym: Old guys. That's right. When I was a kid in Brooklyn, my dads friends thought they were tough like Sonny Coleone. Not these guys. They were a few years older than me, but all in great shape. I watched them working out, just throwing weights around and having a good time. This isn't Planet Fitness where you have folks "resting" after each set. All of the members are a serious bunch of folks with serious goals. It was a pleasure to work out at Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym. I live in Stony Brook, otherwise I'd be here working out on the weekends read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym - Hard chargers right here! - Gyms Near Me - Syosset, New York

Went to event today mostly to check out the gym. My gym is UFC and on have been lifting since I was 16 I am 58 now. While I see some of the appeal the environment almost made you feel like an outsider if you don't do Roids. Sorry. But any of what was said by the professionals there today gets lost when you realize they aren't natural. The layout is congested and a bit chaotic. They should factor in that there are people that body build naturally and have some representation at these events. It would help with validating those who choose to not use. Will stick to UFC. This was disappointing read more

Best gym in the world. Any ethnicity or age is highly accepted at this Long Island gym. It has the best variety of equipment and worth to visit even if just once! read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym - Gyms Near Me - Syosset, New York

Excellent gym great staff and price is very fair up to date equipment and clean facilities

I live far away so I don't visit often but enjoy a change to shake things up. Lots of equipment which is comprised of new and old. Some of the older items need a spritz of oil and knobs that are missing to make adjustments easy. The new machines are great and easy to use. They have a pro clothing shop with lots of bodybuilding apparel for all your needs and to let people know you have been to the Mecca . Staff is great although each time I visited there is one young lady who glares at me despite my warm personality and charm I've yet to get a word out of her. Said have a great evening upon my departure aaaaannnnd nothing. It's a bodybuilding gym with a rough and gritty training atmosphere that keeps me honest and if your lucky, you might see an occasional pro athlete or bodybuilder catching a workout . Wish there were other gyms like it close by. It's a winner!!! I label it hardcore. read more

This is by far the best gym I've ever stepped foot in. Unparalleled selection of weightlifting equipment and a great environment to workout, but the gym caters to all, from bodybuilders to local regulars. Growing up on Long Island this was my favorite gym; now, well over a decade later, I still try to stop in for a visit when I am on Long Island. Daily / short term pass options are available for non-members, and you will be spared the nonsense and lame sales pitches that at times are the norm with larger gym chains. Stop by and have a great workout. read more

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these days Gyms are a dime a dozen ..and they all want you to commit for a year or they have some sort they want your credit card and you have pay to cancel membership then there is Bevs!!! I am in love! from the moment I walked in I saw a gym filled with gym equipment here it is easy no games the guy at the desk said let me show you around ...and I saw lots of gym stuff exactly what I was looking for. and how is this for simple and honest guy takes a piece of paper writes down 1 month 3 months 6 months 1 year cost white piece of paper and a pen no games no pressure and imagine that... they take cash I want a gym I don't want beauty treatments I don't want a fancy cafe I want a gym I want to walk in get my work out and walk out I dont want some silly card I must check in with I have my keychain with my number and I am happy people seen are very friendly gym is clean thanks Bev! I found my new home read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym - Lots of good stuff - Gyms Near Me - Syosset, New York

Best gym on the planet , from the machines to the environment to the space to the staff. Just perfect

When I joined a year ago, I resisted the temptation to post a review even though I had written it because I felt I had not given this place a chance. I likely should have posted it then, I would have been kinder. There are pros and cons to everything and I prefer to start with the pros of this place. The pro is it has a lot of equipment so you can switch up your workout frequently. After all, isn't that really what you need in a gym? Well, maybe not. Let me go on with the cons: 1. Parking...horrible, horrible, parking can be impossible on busy days to the point where I've stopped going on Mondays and Tuesdays. 2. Equipment Breakdown...equipment breaks, let's face it, but it takes weeks and months to repair. 3. Equipment Changes...don't understand this but when a piece of equipment becomes popular, the gym removes it and replaces it with a far inferior substitute. 4. Cleanliness...they try...I've seen a rotation of individual women cleaning the place. Big place for one person to keep clean so you know it isn't really kept clean. 5. Hygiene...not existent...I don't care, pre or post Covid, I've never been to a gym that didn't have wipes or spray sanitizer and towels...doesn't exist here or at least after a year, I've not found it. There are two paper towel stations, but what about something to clean up after yourself? 6. Locker room...cannot make judgment, have never been inside, wouldn't want to either, might be a mess since hygiene doesn't exist around this place and is the cleaning woman going into the men's locker room to clean up? Haven't seen anyone else cleaning up beside her so I'm thinking it may be cleaned before or after hours, meaning once a day (or less). 7. Staff...I was taught if you have nothing nice to say, don't say anything. 8. Members...they all seem to have the same trick...you see an available piece of equipment and you go over to use it. No one around it for a while you notice so you start using it...no signs anyone left their thermos or gym bag along side it...all of a sudden, out of nowhere, some other member comes by and says they were using it or need to finish their sets. They simply don't want to wait for you to finish so they use this trick. I've had it done to me many, many times. I just walk away and don't say a word, it's not worth it. 9. Equipment in general...some brand new, some very old. The weight stacks stick on the very old or the seating is near impossible to adjust. How about some WD-40 on the real old stuff? 10. Crowds...with Covid, many gyms on Long Island closed which likely was good for this place...there are times it is so crowded, your workout doesn't seem worth it since so much time is lost waiting on equipment. There's quite a bit more that I feel I can say, but since that is being judgmental, I will keep that out of this review and write only about what I see and observe and have experienced. It's a difficult decision to make about renewal which comes due in two weeks since so many of the good gyms have closed. Yes, they'll probably get my money again and I will be miserable another year here but I'm not too big on the options that I see without having to drive forever to get somewhere. Maybe this will make a difference if anyone from the management/staff takes the time to read through these reviews. I certainly hope so. read more

Went to the Powerhouse Gym the other day. Was exploring my options for going a gym for my wife and I. The powerhouse Gym is more geared to bodybuilding then fitness. You can go there for just a great cardio workout, But its main stay is for bodybuilders. Powerhouse is huge and has more equipment then i have seen at any other gym in the area. I did not Join as i did not feel a connection with the place. But if you want to bulk up, Then this is definitely the place for you. read more

You walk in and just feel the decades of hardwork that have been put in by men and women of all types. There are photos, posters, and magazine covers all dedicated to Bev & Steve of Powerhouse. It's inspiring and definitely something to see. The set-up is nice and old-school, people are there to work. Great mix of gym-goers. Very positive environment. read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym - East Coast Mecca - Gyms Near Me - Syosset, New York

Pretty nice equipment at this location. Much better than most other gyms I have been to. This place has serious people which is very motivational. Marshall Maor read more

I see why they are 5 Star. Welcomed by Kevin, given a fantastic tour of the facility, ample parking, friendly gym goers and the place was exceptionally clean. The restrooms are stocked, clean and the sauna is meticulous! If ytou are looking for a real gym, to get down to business improve your health, focus on your fitness goals, stay motivated and determined this is your place! Hidden gem, AWESOME hours and awesome professional staff! A must visit. Thanks Kevin A+ read more

I love this gym this is the second powerhouse gym I've bin to. The first one was in new haven. This gym has everything you need the boxing area is insane. Kudos for the owners they knew what hard gainers want. This gym I'll definitely come to again and definitely recommend it to my friends. If by chance they're around that area. read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym - My mans getting his lift on - Gyms Near Me - Syosset, New York

I learned about this place watching Generation Iron on Netflix. Something about this place makes you want to try harder, push yourself like never before. Every time I came here, I have found a better respect for my body. I gladly signed up for the year. The walls are lined up with signed photos of successful athletes, bodybuilders, football players, boxers, actors. There is a nice swag store sporting the really nice tanks, hats, sweatshirts, etc. Plenty of squat racks, machines, bench presses, dumbbells. Some really old school looking equipment reminiscent of the good old days of bodybuilding when things were pure and wholesome. Cable tools are always put back. I always see weights put back and properly put in order. I have a feeling people here at least know how to use plates. So far, it has not been too busy. There are a lot of big bodies here, but there are equal amounts of smaller bodies as well. It does seem like a gym for everyone, I don't feel judged, and you don't feel bad when you have to grunt. Four days after my leg workout I still have DOMS, and I have not felt this way since my first leg days from years ago. This is a great thing for me. If you are serious about really joining a gym to do effective muscular micro-trauma, don't kid yourself, you need to come to a place like this. It can be life changing. read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse the East Coast Mecca of bodybuilding should also be called the Six Flags Atlantis for lifters jujitsu players boxers athletes alike!!! this place is literally a playground for any athlete looking to improve their performance there are so many machines and cool toys for young adults all the way to the elderly that need to strengthen their body through weightlifting martial arts boxing and cardiovascular exercise!!! There are machines here that you can't find in existence anymore as well dumbbells that go up to 200 pounds read more

The East Coast Mecca! Great atmosphere to train. Lots of different equipment and it's a bodybuilding paradise. One of the best workouts of my life! read more

There just isn't anything like this place. I've tried two other gyms but am tired of smelling Pizza on Mondays and tired of the college kids hanging out on the machines. Nobody judges you and are helpful if you have a question or two...not that I want to bother anyone. Its a 20 minute drive for me, but well worth it. I work out at 4:00-4:30 and this gym is thankfully open at this time. I'm not bothering with the daily passes...I'm going back tomorrow morning and signing up for the year. I'm done with the corporate gyms! read more

One of the best hardcore bodybuilding gyms I have even visited. I've been to many places across DMV and this is my go to when I'm in the Tri-State Area. Has all the basic equipment you need, supplements for training, and motivation on the walls everywhere! Now granted it's not the most spacious, as in the isles are a bit narrow but who cares! Your there to go to work, right? Trust me go to this place you'll feel at home! read more

Firsts thing first..Bev's is now Powerhouse..don't ask. Anyway this gym is exactly that - a gym. Not a fancy shmancy 'health club' where the women wear the latest outfits and the guys haven't a clue. You join Bev's and you know it's gonna be all about the equipment. Granted it can be a tad intimidating what with all the 'big' guys strutting about, but honestly they're too busy checking themselves out to even notice you. Just learn the equipment ( they have trainers but be weary, some of them just look good but know nothing about how to train you, buyer beware is all I'm saying) and you'll do great. Honestly there is one gigantic room that has nothing but leg equipment. Now that's dedication. Because Powerhouse is a 30,000-square foot facility that includes a state-of-the-art weight room, it can also offer a full cardio center, a boxing ring, a MMA studio ( run by a 3 time world kickboxing champion), group fitness classes ( spinning etc) and a juice bar. They also have such great hours you will be hard pressed to find an excuse not to go. Mon-Fri 4am to Midnight Sat & Sun 6am to 9pm That's 365 days of the year! So suck in that belly, stand tall and check it out! read more

World famous bodybuilding gym. The who's who of bodybuilding has been here as evidenced by the literally hundreds of signed photos from bodybuilding legends over the past 30 years. Location can be hard to find as it is not street front but is accessed through a parking lot / alley. Hardcore lifting gym with tons of equipment. Can be a little intimidating if you are used to something like LA Fitness, Equinox, Snap Fitness or a similar gym. Not to worry though, the hardcore lifters do their own thing for the most part. They are easy enough to spot, just look for the hoodies and gallon water jugs. Expect the normal crowded gym if you go during peak times, M-F 5-7 PM. Great, no pressure sales staff. Also very flexible membership plans: monthly, quarterly or yearly. If you want a hardcore gym, you can't go wrong with this one. read more

Best gym in New York Machines are well maintained and staff is excellent. Best machines in the business, make the trip, make the visit. Well worth it read more

My wife and I are really happy with this gym. The equipment is in good condition and none of the staff are pushy. Its really a no nonsense place. Also the atmosphere, although full of muscle heads, is actually really friendly. We've had no issues with anyone here. Locker rooms are clean, there is a lot of space and there is a WIDE VARIETY of equipment. Spin classes are awesome and you really bond with the people. THE ONLY DOWNSIDE. There are older men who act like teenage girls at the mall. They talk loud and try to get noticed. Its actually enjoyable if you like to people watch. They don't bother anyone else just make a scene by talking as loud as possible without yelling. "Hey yo! Look at this guy over here. He's getting stronger by the day." Other than than, its been really amazing. read more

Let me first say that I am not a bodybuilder and I am probably the fattest woman in this gym, but this gym is very inspiring. You see so many living examples of people that are consistent and driven. The other members are friendly and will help you if you need it. There aren't any kids, and I like that. I have to concentrate. At first it can be a bit overwhelming with the vast array of machines, but you get used to it. There are TVs on all the cardio machines which is important for me -- I won't join a gym that doesn't have that. I like the no BS memberships - they don't keep your credit card and they won't keep billing you. They have tons of membership options and there isn't any sort of joining fee, etc. read more

Great old school gym. One of the only gyms in NY, where you actually feel as if you're there to lift and not stand around waiting for a machine or weights to free up, as there's lots of equipment to use for training. A very-well kept gym and one of the few gyms where you'll bump into full-time professional bodybuilders training next to you. Very spacious and plenty of parking in the lots outside. Love coming out here to train ! read more

This place is awesome. Tons of serious lifters and like minded people. Owned by two really great people and definitely has a homey feel. Lots of memorabilia all over the walls and a swag shop as well. Tons of workout equipment, cardio, and a boxing area. Has everything you need. Everyone here is super friendly and seem to be a family. Came here for a class with a couple IFBB pros and met the owners, all very motivated and encouraging people. Wish it wasn't so far otherwise I would work out here daily! read more

I gotta say, I love this gym. Being a noobie lifter compared to everyone else here, it was somewhat intimidating for me to join. I have 3 other gym memberships including Lifetime, which is just right across from Bev Francis, I must say that this gym pretty much has everything that I've been looking for at other gyms. The dark lighting inside the gym somewhat gives off this feeling that you're at a place for some serious lifting, not on some La La land. And this does make it more motivating for me. I usually come here after 10pm and the only problem that I have is that the employees here mop at night and one time, both of my feet slipped while doing hack squats because my weightlifting shoes got wet from stepping on the floor when they were mopping. Luckily, I ended up getting some bruises on my calves and did not hurt anything else. read more

With over 200 weight machine/stations, this gym is definitely the real deal. Included are over 75 cardio machines, boxing ring, and MMA equipment. Check out why so many professionals make it a point to stop here to get a lift in! read more

Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym - Gyms Near Me - Syosset, New York

I was introduced to Bevs a few years ago by my gym boo Ikiesha!! And i never looked back. Started with their daily passes. Graduated to a monthly. Then just joined annually. There is no other place I rather train. Everyone comes here to WORK! From novice to pro! Love it. read more

The best gym there is period. There is only one Bev Francis Powerhouse Gym. Atmosphere, history and the future of bodybuilding all come together here with hundreds of the best pieces of gym equipment ever made. Friendly staff, friendly members and a serious atmosphere. Weights always put away dumbells racked at all times. Its gym etiquette at its finest. read more

Any weight one could ever want to lift! Love the people here. If you live nearby, you should workout here.

This is not a health club. This is a serious gym for people that are into weight training and body building. They offer some classes but it is mostly about the weights. The also offer mixed martial arts and boxing. The building is much bigger than it looks at first glance. They have multiple brands of weight machines for each body part. They have free weights, free weight machines and pin loaded plate machines. There are a lot of serious guys and girls that are professional body builders that train here. Locker rooms and showers are adequate. cleanliness is OK. read more

If you are a hardcore athlete, this is the place to be! I've traveled to train here as an amateur and now a pro athlete and love the supportive environment that fuels my workouts! read more

Best gym on the east coast hands down. If you ever wondered what a real bodybuilder looks like and what training really looks like stop by. This is a gym where people go to train, it's not a social club like most gyms I have been to read more