Castlehill Fitness is a gem of a gym and it's locally owned! Some of the perks: Never overcrowded, no waits for machines (and there is a lot of variety), courteous and helpful front desk staff, top notch instructors (Pilates, HITT, yoga, cycle, all types of strength classes and many more), an amazing acupuncturist on site as well as excellent massage and physical therapists. The gym is kept clean and orderly depending on what you want to focus on. The prices aren't really more expensive than other local gyms and here you will get attention and feel you are valued! Check it out- there is always some kind of special going on! Just ask. read more

Heard they keep charging people after they try to cancel and a lot of the equipment seems to be broken

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly staff[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], clean and extensive facilities (no water or steam rooms). All the equipment you would want spread out between rooms on 2 floors. read more

After using ClassPass for a few months, I booked a class at this gym and thank heavens I did. Castle Hill Fitness is awesome. It's a full gym offering a variety of classes, equipment, and wellness spa, the best part it has been locally owned for 22 years. Castle Hill isn't the prettiest or shiniest gym. She's funky and oddly shaped and full of good energy. As a VIP member you get unlimited group classes! Including Pilates with reformer, towers, and chairs! Plus yoga. Strength training classes. Rebounders. It's all here. I've never seen any other gym anywhere offer so much. Also, the members take care of this place, wiping down equipment, they don't use harsh chemicals either, it's essential oils so the place has a light hint of pine in the air. Also, towel service in included. Although, castle hill fitness isn't the prettiest gym, she has the most heart, I don't feel like a piece of meat in there, and it's kept clean. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Def a fan of this place; the staff, and the value.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

My favorite local business that I could not live without. The staff at this gym is what makes this an absolute gem! I love the variety of fitness classes offered (weights, cycle, core, Pilates) and the instructors are really attentive, making me feel great everyday. If you're looking to support local in Austin, I highly recommend Castle Hill Fitness. They also offer amazing spa services (massage, facials, etc.) for those who want a one stop shop for self care. Bonus views from their rooftop deck of downtown and our state capitol. Castle Hill checks all the boxes for a feel good day! read more

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I've been a member of the gym for a number of years, taking various classes. I was experiencing some numbness in my toes and it was traveling to my hip. I decided to treat myself to some self care, and got a massage. [[HIGHLIGHT]]One of the trainers recommended Sean, who could help.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I went to Sean and he suggested seeing Mark, who is a physical therapist as well, who gave me exercises. I like that the gym offers these services and the massage therapists consult with each other on the best way to address my issues. I'm now going to Louse, who will help with myofascial. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I know it sounds like alot, but I appreciate that I'm finding the right person to help address my issues.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Absolutely love going to Yoga Wall with Gillian.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]She's amazing in so many ways.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Has a class that actually makes sense on the yoga sequences, and so positive and encouraging. read more

Way overpriced gym for what they offer. Small rooms, low ceiling, outdated equipment. There is YMCA gym 10 min drive with updated equipment and way more reasonable price + pool + non profit. Seriously, don't waste your money! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love classpass because it allowed me to do more.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Seems to be a cool gym I like the spa features. I like that it is locally owned. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love this place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Yes, it's pricey but the classes are amazing and the facilities are great.

It's a long story. The bottom line is that [[HIGHLIGHT]]Castle Hill needs to train their management and customer service how to 1) accept responsibility for their wrongdoing, and 2) accept criticism without blaming the customer[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Their new motto should be "If there's a problem, you caused it." haha[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. But, the thing is, how do you train when you have such a high turnover? It's hard, no doubt. read more

I checked out Castle Hill for a strength workout class on a weekday afternoon. It was my first time there and they made the check in a very smooth process. The gym was pretty easy to navigate and is decent size that offers plenty of machines, cardio equipment, and free weights. I went to the back of the building for the class and it was a combination of barbell and dumbbells. It was all upper body and really tested my strength. The instructor Shawn (I believe that was his name) was motivational and really tested me. The class was all upper body I enjoyed it but felt the movements got a little repetitive. A lot of the movements we did was pretty standard and got a little boring I wish there was a little bit of creativity with the workout. read more

Best gym with the best staff. Been coming here for 10 plus years now! Cheers to many more years!

This is the best gym I've ever belonged to. I've been going there since 2011 and love it. The people who work there and workout there are super nice. The instructors are great (my favorite classes are cycling, cycle/strength, Pilates, Yin Yoga) and the facility itself is always clean and kept up very well. Parking is also easy. I have the unlimited VIP membership because I like to take classes 5-6 times a week (esp. since they have virtual and on-demand classes now) so that means each class is very inexpensive. I'm going to upgrade to to VIP+ membership with monthly massage included in the price since that's also a great deal. read more

A local boutique gym in Austin, the place has a minimalistic feel. The cost to use this gym as a guest was $20 + tax. All I needed was a squat rack, weights and bench, treadmill and a foam roller - and they had all of those. I would recommend going when it isn't so busy as they have one free squat rack and the weight space can get crowded. Lockers rooms have showers with shampoo, conditioner, shower gel complete with stocks of big and small towels. The sinks have soap, lotion, gel, and mouthwash. They also provide disposable razors, q-tips, and cottons balls. The locker rooms also have a small sauna room, where I think 2 people max can really fit in there. I like to do pushups and stretch my legs in a sauna, but the space was so small, I could only really sit and soak in the heat. The sauna was at a nice hot temperature, and it was nice and relaxing to rest there after a workout. The customer service here is friendly - fits the hallmark of southern hospitality. I was given a free day pass if I came again, which I definitely will before I leave Austin. Thanks for being so kind :) read more

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Great gym with various classes and all the equipment you would need. I come mid mornings or early afternoons and it is never too crowded, even on the days with more people. Plenty of dedicated parking which is wonderful considering proximity to downtown. Locker rooms are clean, but the bathrooms don't have vents in them and can occasionally get that stuffy smell, hence minus one star. Otherwise, highly recommend read more

There's definitely a reason this place has so many positive ratings. From friendly staff to clean facilities to all the equipment you could possibly need, this place has it all. There are also a ton of classes to chose from, and a spa center to boot! The location is also nice as it's right next to a soup peddler, so if you're looking for a smoothie snack after a workout it's perfect. My only wishes for this place would be better parking availability, and perhaps some more affordable membership options. read more

I've been in my fair share of gyms over the past 25 years. And now, as a competitive obstacle course racer in my 40s, I have a good sense of the types of equipment and services I need/want. Castle Hill gets an "A" from me in terms of their variety of key training equipment and gym layout. They've got multiple rooms/sections of the gym to focus on treadmills, bikes, CrossFit-style lifting, rock climbing, free weights, rowing, yoga, boxing...and the list goes on. They have not one but two Jacob's Ladders, multiple rowers, treadmills that Incline to 30%, a conveyer belt rock wall, lots of mobility and stretch equipment, and a two-seater sauna. I couldn't be happier with staff, the variety of group classes and the location. Keep up the great work Castle Hill! read more

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This place really has it all-literally. They have a plethora of class options, their gym is stocked and equipped with anything you could ever need or want, a spa on site, and they have the friendliest people working there. I signed up because this place was close to work, a good variety of classes with stellar instructors- Hillary is the best, facilities are clean, and the staff is awesome. The only gripe is that their women's locker room is a bit small and during peak times, it can get really crowded, which makes it challenging to change/shower without feeling like you're in someone's way. Overall a great place to workout! read more

I have been living for my workouts at Castle Hill! I recently joined during pandemic times and am hooked on the gym model and community. The team at both locations are really friendly and also very attentive to and on top of safety, helping ensure an overall positive experience. The gyms have been sectioned into individual pods that are reserved by the half hour so contact is minimal and areas, equipment, etc can be cleaned before and after use. At a time when mental and physical health is a must to get through this madness, it has been a godsend to have Castle Hill as a safe and welcoming space to work it all out. read more

I can't honestly vouch for the gym here, as my experience was specifically related to the Castle Hill Food For Fitness Cafe. And that experience was terrific. This location comes jam-packed with all sorts of healthy concoctions and elixirs, from the "Banana Bread" Smoothie I downed (soy milk, banana, pecan and cinnamon) to the overload of veggie options, organic goodies and more. These guys walk the walk when it comes to fitness, and you know when you spend some time there that you're somehow walking out refreshed, energetic, and ready to kick some ass, where ever that day's ass might be. Seriously, the idea for this type of cafe has been pulled off with aplomb: here's hoping they'll be here for a long time to come, and ensuring the same of their patrons. read more

Went in for a tour and joined up right away. Was greeted by theee friendliest front desk folks in the ​history of front desks! Clean, well equipped, indoor/outdoor spaces and plenty of parking. Have not worked with a trainer yet but plan to soon... ...stay tuned! read more

Castle Hill Fitness - THE Downtown Gym! I discovered Castle Hill two years ago - after being at my previous gym for almost a decade I had become very complacent and felt that it was time to make a change. I was hesitant to make the transition after being in the same fitness environment for such a long time but I am SO glad that I did. I'm an Athlete and follow specialized fitness programming, a majority of gyms simply do not offer the equipment, environment and expertise to support that type of workouts that I do. Not only do they have the most unique equipment set I've found, ever. They are constantly evolving toward being more well rounded, better equipped and seek constant feedback from the members. Along with a CrossFit friendly weight room they also have free weights, machines, treadmills (with that elusive 30% incline option), pilates, yoga and cycle studios and space for both indoor AND outdoor training. They also have a top of the line spa, massage therapists, healthy snack and an amazing staff. I can train, consult on my nutrition plan, see friends, rehab injuries, choose from healthy snacks and get a facial in one stop! Thank you @ChFitness for all that you do. Glad to be a member! read more

Had a great first experience at Castle Hill yesterday with Ciara for a lash lift. I'm heading out on a vacation for ten days and didn't want to have to deal with much makeup, so I decided to try a lash lift (I'm not patient enough for full extensions!) and couldn't be happier. After 45 minutes and a fun conversation with Ciara I left with lashes that look like they've been freshly curled - no tools necessary! This is an easy, quick, and pain-free way to give your face a little oomph and foresake (my beloved) mascara, and I couldn't recommend Ciara enough. read more

Due to a non-functioning hypothalamus, my body has no register for being full. I look at every meal like it's just an appetizer. Were it not for Castle Hill, my obituary headline would definitely involve something about exterior wall demolition and an industrial crane. This is truly a spectacular gym. Since I joined last fall, they've just gotten better; continuing to streamline the layout/design and upgrading equipment. But never in a way that precludes one from getting the full benefit of the facilities. The Pilates and Yoga rooms are amazing and the instructors are wonderful. The cardio equipment is plentiful and state-of-the-art. I like that they have the traditional stuff (treadmills, ellipticals, bikes) in addition to more unique offerings like the infinite rope pull machine, motorized climbing wall, hand pedaler, Jacob's perpetual ladder and, my personal favorite, the vibrating Power Plate. For the beefcakes, there's also beaucoups of weight machines to target every part of your body, and a Muscle Beach free weight area surrounded by mirrors so you can watch yourself kiss your oily biceps. Because of the layout, there are so many nooks, you don't feel like you're on display in some monolithic chamber. It also affords the more meditative gym rats with a peaceful experience. They also offer Acupuncture, Massage and a full-service cycling shop. Not to mention the uber-convenient and healthy cafe, which caters to every possible dietary restriction with delicious, organic and mostly local food. I'm deducting one star because they close just a bit too early--9 p.m. M-F, and 7 p.m. on the weekends--and because parking can be a pain at peak hours. I hate having to walk a long way to go work out. read more

My main complaint and the reason I left Castle HIll Fitness is the hours. This gym closes at 9pm during the week. 5pm on Sundays. This might be fine if you work out of your home and can make your own schedule or if you are a trophy wife. My days frequently start at 5am and can end as late as 11pm. Even when I got done early (8:30ish) I still couldn't make it to the gym before they closed. This was a huge stress for me. I was paying $65 a month and wasn't able to use the gym as frequently as I liked. The weekend hours aren't any better. Open at 8am, and close at 7 on Saturday and 5 on Sunday. I spoke with someone at the desk and was told there wasn't enough demand for later hours. (This was back in '06). I left shortly thereafter. I know they have expanded some since then, but I always felt this gym was extremely tiny. Too tiny. I did take a few classes here on Sundays an enjoyed those, and have heard good things from other peeps about the classes as well. BOTTOM LINE: The hours, the size, and the cost did not make this a practical gym for me. I have been a satisfied member of 24 hour fitness for almost 2 years paying less than half Castle Hill's rate and I can go to the gym whenever the hell I want. read more

Great gym and wonderful staff. Castle Hill provides a great community environment focused on all round health. The gym has an excellent selection of classes and workshops - something for everyone. The recent addition of the free weights room is very much welcome and provides additional space for those who are working out on their own. Highly recommended. read more

I just had an amazing massage. Andres was freaking amazing. He is informative, profesional, funny, and really knows his stuff. I would def recommend you come out and see him. I know I will. read more

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This is a wonderful facility! While my membership is frozen due to some ongoing health issues, during the time I was actively attending Castle Hill, it was totally worth it. Not only is the staff wonderful, but they truly care about you. The trainers are know what their doing, and if you're looking for someone that can help you recover from an injury or just establish a healthy lifestyle, you can't go wrong with any of them. I can't say enough for Jess, she's an amazing trainer! If you like Pilates, Lindsay is the person you need to see. Their massage therapist are top notch. Nikki is seriously the best massage therapist I have ever had. I suffer from illnesses that cause inflammation and joint issues, and she is not only educated about my conditions, but knows the best therapies for my body. If you have any kind of conditions like joint or spine pain, or any other chronic pain condition etc., do yourself a favor and invest in a membership to Castle Hill. You will not be disappointed. read more

I did a month-or-so trial a few months ago. Overall, its a fairly thorough gym, with very nice front desk staff, and exceptional yoga teachers. But its also very gimmicky, and way overpriced. Although the gym is viable, for the price they expect you to pay, the bathrooms are woefully lacking. Minimalist, low quality showers and sink area. I found they were very nickle-and-dimey, to try to squeeze every dollar out of you. Good luck guys. read more

Castle Hill is the best choice in Austin if you are looking to become a ninja, special forces soldier or you just want to get your flabby butt in shape. I have been here a few times on invitation and I have always been impressed with the extensive facilities, cool toys and kick ass classes. I love the rock holds all over the place, they let me climb around to stretch out before hitting the cool motorized climbing wall. The have pools inside, yoga rooms, pilates, martial arts, just about anything you could want. Seriously you could become a ninja here. Quick note on the "spinning" class....even if the girl who invited you is really attractive don't go to this class thinking you are going to be "tough" and get through it to impress her. First off, she was a professional boxer and actress, so that was a bad start. Second, you will get your butt handed to you (almost literally) in this high speed, high energy class. Third, make sure you buy bike shorts before you go or your very private parts will never forgive and you may end up sterile. In other words, this is a fun class but it is a TOUGH class and will really get your blood flowing and if you're not careful you might end up sterile and looking like a sissy when your date kicks your butt. read more

I've been going to Castle Hill Fitness for 4 months now and I absolutely love this gym. I have a gym in my apartment building, but I mostly use the cardio equipmentment when working out by myself. I really like attending strength training, pilates, and spinning classes to add variety to my routine, which is why I buy the class packages from Castle Hill. So far I've taken a number of classes and have loved the instructors. My favorite is Target Toning with Hilary. There are a ton of classes offered and they also rotate the class schedule every 6 months. The staff is also super friendly. Another great thing is that you can reserve spots for classes online, which is really helpful to guarantee that you get a spot in the class. Quick tip: They sell "Go Local" austin cards and you can get 10% off a class package. The card is $15, but you immediately pay off the card with your first class package. If you're looking for a variety of fun fitness classes that will really increase your fitness level, then I would highly recommend Castle Hill Fitness. read more

I really tired to fall in love with this gym, but after taking the two week ($20) offer and a number of classes (pilates, wall yoga, etc) I couldn't bring myself to shell out the $75~ dollars a month membership fee. (plus the joining fee for the same amount) The non-corporate / no nonsense approach to this place was damn refreshing though. As other reviewers have said before the closing time (9PM) on weekdays really made it difficult to get in a decent workout and get time in for the rather dilapidated, but refreshing infrared sauna and shower. This was the main deal breaker for me. Other than that, the classes and equipment were nice overall. Nearly all instructors knew their stuff, presented an interesting class, and got involved. Only one instructor (for pilates) was a bit disengaged and a little too keen on pressuring me to buy a private package of classes (6 for $300~) since I had just started. I appreciate whatever help I can get, but it seemed a bit much. Jon at the front desk and Dido, the (wall) yoga instructor were incredibly friendly and helpful. I could see going back and paying the public fee ($10) to train with her again. My only other concern would be the basic membership limitations: only 6 classes a month, otherwise the fee for unlimited jumps significantly or you pay $6 an extra class. The restaurant next door looked enticing, but prices were steep. My take away with all this is: if you can make the time, enjoy / need classes, do unconventional workouts, and like a quirky atmosphere this gym is for you. If not, a more conventional gym is for you. read more

Besides the stellar facility, Castle Hill's yoga program is quite honestly the best in Austin. I just graduated from their first Yoga Teacher Training Program in May and I am already teaching classes all around the city. Tons of variety and different levels. They often have beginner series, an Ashtanga series, and Prana series scattered througout the year. It's the best place with the best community by far! If you take a tour they will give you a two week membership for FREE! read more

I had to take a break from running due to my minor knee injury from Bandera. I looked around at a couple of gyms so I wouldn't lose my fitness. I went to Castle Hill Fitness to see if they had any trial program I can use. Sure enough they had one where it was two weeks for $39. That was fine by me. I was allowed to take an indoor cycling class (which I should take more often) and I was given a tour of the whole gym facility. The salesperson didn't pressure me at all about buying a membership which I give a lot of respect to a facility like Castle Hill. It is small and it feels like a maze with classes on the 1st and 2nd floor. The 1st floor has a lot of weight resistance machines along with a yoga studio, pilates studio and a multisport studio. The 2nd floor has a handful of cardio machines and two other studios. There's also an outside studio where you can do your workout. The gym doesn't get too crowded and the crowd is a lot different than other gyms I usually go to. It's not the typical meathead crowd, nor is it the one where you go to Planet Fitness just to get the pizza either. The locker rooms are fully stocked with their own shampoo, conditioner and soap along with clean towels. You need to hand over your car keys at the reception desk in exchange for a day use of the locker. Castle Hill has also a healthy cafe next door offering smoothies, coffee and snacks after a good workout. read more

I signed up for one of the boot camp classes a few months ago and was really disappointed. I haven't spent a lot of time in a gym and was looking forward to having a teacher guide me. There were two instructors (alternating days) and neither really left the stage and to instruct anyone beyond counting reps. I looked up several times and noticed we weren't even being watched. The first day the instructor at least asked our names and introduced herself, but the second day with the new instructor that did not happen. No one asked my why I was there or if I had any restrictions - things I find important. We spent a majority of the class time running. To be completely honest, I hate running, but even outside of that, running is the most self guided activity I can think of. I would have benefitted from a little investment from the instructors. I have heard great things about this gym and from everything I read expected to be arriving at a nurturing space where I'd find guidance in accomplishing my goals. At first I was upset about the money I spent, after a little more time I just wish I'd found what I was looking for. read more

Well deserved 5 stars! I have been going here for about a year now and still love it! It's about time I gave them some credit! Pros: The staff is friendly and not glaring or intimidating in any way. The gym is immaculate, it is so nice to go in to such a fresh and clean workout space everyday, its like no one ever sweats in there!! The locker rooms are superb. They have a decent amount of equipment. Luckily I stay away during peak hours so, I usually never have to compete for weights. It's a great gym and perfectly suited for my needs! There's even plenty of parking either around the facility or on the roof!! I would ask that no one else join here but that'd be selfish :) So check it out!! read more

Edit, April 2008: SInce taking the bootcamp that prompted my original review, I've joined the gym and it's great. The slightly rough towels don't bug me any more and I appreciate being able to work out whenever my work schedule permits-- lunchtimes are very handy for that now-- and I really like the self-defense/martial arts class taught by Robert. It's not for wimps, you will get a great workout, and learn useful skills too. I already have better definition of my biceps and delts. Old review: Wow, what a great mini-bootcamp! I used to belong to Castle Hill but moved out of Austin. Through UT's informal classes, I'm taking a mini bootcamp (3 weeks, 5 days a week, 1 hr a day) and it's a more affordable way to get access to this nice facility. It's wonderful to get a good sweat on with a professional instructor who is so careful about promoting health and safety... then the locker room is almost like a spa. They provide everything you could need to get ready in the morning, from Q-tips and razors to shampoo, gel, conditioner etc. The showers have great water pressure and lots of hot water, even at 7 am when there's a bunch of ladies soaking it in. (Sorry guys!) My only complaint is the lockers are a little small, the locker room itself is a little small (or crowded feeling perhaps) and the towels are super-rough industrial feeling! I understand the difficulties of having clean towels ready day after day, but I think these are the same towels I used 6 years ago when I did belong to the gym... time for some new ones :) However, I'd rather use an exfoliating towel rather than bring my own and have to deal with a wet towel in the car. read more

I've only been going to Castle Hill Fitness for for Yoga for a few weeks, and I'm getting to like it. The facility is very nice with 2 Yoga rooms, a Pilates space, a multipurpose room with nice stationary bikes for spin classes, all the usual fitness machines, a motorized climbing wall, and even a custom bike shop. They have a small locker room with showers and towels provided. Just check with the desk staff to get a locker key. Yoga classes w/ Gioconda have been very good. She's continuing "Healing in Yoga" style classes that used to be at Casa De Luz (She trained under Murti and Brigette). Castle Hill has a handful of Yoga teachers and they offer a range of classes from Hatha to Ashtanga to Vinyasa. Yoga classes are quite reasonably priced (less than $10 a class with a 20 class card). In fact this may be one of the least expensive Yoga options in town - especially since you can use any of the other facilities when you visit for your yoga class. read more

I'll keep from duplicating the rave reviews about Castle Hill as a whole that are listed in abundance below. I wanted to give a quick shout out to two instructors I've found to be wonderful in the past months I've been going to weekend classes. The first is Anna Gieselman, who teaches the Sat/Sun community yoga classes and has been great at leading a class that can be as challenging as you'd like it to be, and appropriate for all levels, as she takes the class through a pose and then harder/easier variants. She has woven her background as a knowledgable massage therapist in conjunction with her yoga practice to actually address specific issues and safety, something I've found lacking in many pure yoga instructors. She also recognizes that yoga isn't just about flexibility, but appropriate strength to pair with that for overall body health. The second is Annick Beaudet, who teaches the Mon/Wed/Sat spin classes. While I've only been to one of Annick's classes so far, it was obvious from minute one that she not only knew her stuff, but was able to appropriately instruct the class in a manner that kept students within safe parameters, good body mechanics, but an appropriate workout (which the physical therapist in me loved!). She doesn't just have her students move to move, but has a definite purpose to everything done on the bike. She has taught by far the best spin class I've been to in a couple years, and I look forward to going back next weekend. read more