I stopped by when I was in town to get a daily pump. The equipment was par however the receptionist was having a conversation with I guess one of his friends talking about how" this girl is a freak" and"that girl is a hoe" basically talking about females that were there as if they didn't deserve any respect or just because they couldn't hear him he thought he was cool doing it. No matter the reason, it was very disturbing to see the receptionist talk about the members as if he was in high school and bragging about the girls he had sex with. I don't recommend any person I know to ever go there unless being talked about like a piece of meat is your cup of tea. Then by all means there's a teenage minded douche that wears booty shorts at the same time as a bandana that I'm sure will be there to disrespect you when your not looking. I tried returning when that Jersey Shore wanna be wasn't there(because my company had got a Hotel fairly close to that location)unfortunately it came as no surprise that he had nowhere else to be. As bad luck would have it I showed up before the sun is up, and even after our morning meeting. But everytime the booty short wearing womanizer was there... All in all its unsettling to hear and disturbing to see. Save your money and try a respectable gym. read more

Just moved from Las Cruces to Albuquerque and started at this gym recently. I was immediately met with kindness and enthusiasm about me joining the gym. The owner Dwain is so nice and passionate about his gym. He's there every day and always greets me with a smile. The gym is clean, a nice cool temperature and everyone there is so respectful and nice! The equipment is top notch and great for functional bodybuilding, body building, weightlifting, etc. So glad we joined!! read more

I travel all over and have lived in many places. I am currently in Maryland and I am a member at a very high-end gym and to this day this is still my favorite gym I have ever worked out in. I can't believe there is Complaints about the pricing. Some people have no idea the cost of memberships for such a quality equipment . It's not a class style commercial gym and that's what makes it so great! The best gym you will find if you like real training! Anytime I come back and visit family here in Albuquerque I look forward to getting my workouts in. The gym has absolutely every single type of equipment and anything you can possibly want yet it''s still intimate. Such a nice and friendly atmosphere, plus extremely clean. read more

Retired military, 23 moves in 28 years...I've experienced it all. This is the best gym I've ever been a part of - hands down. And the owners are truly, World Class! read more

Been a member for two years. Joined because I wanted a smaller non-chain club who's owner,staff, and members are serious about training and understand workout etiquette. No sales pitch here, as some reviews falsely claim, the staff aren't trained sales staff and don't promise the moon as you get at a chain club. If you know what you want and dedicated then this is the club for you. The machine weight equipment with it built-in smooth resistance features are the best I've used. read more

I've been a member at Designer Bodies for over a year and I'm excited to see their membership build a little. After moving here, my husband and I were set on finding a good gym for our lifting and after trying half a dozen we tried out Designer Bodies and knew it was perfect for what we needed. It's not as large as some gyms around here but the equipment is some of the best I've seen and the owners are always around. There are a few things that could improve, but hopefully as the membership grows some of those things will happen naturally. I would love if they were able to move all the cardio and yoga mat stuff into a separate back room, it would give more privacy to them and more space for lifting equipment (another squat rack!). Another thing would be if the music changed. Currently, it's a little on the mellow side and I prefer a gym with upbeat music playing over the grunts of everyone working out. I also would love if they had longer hours as my job prevents me from getting in before they close on some nights. But again, these are all small things that are not going to prevent you from having a killer workout. I love the vibe here. Some people, like myself, like to get in and get out, and you can do that here. You can also hang out, like others do, and everyone seems to be pretty friendly so that's cool too. read more

During a recent stay in ABQ I was so happy to find Designer Bodies- there aren't many places like this left in the gym world- all the stuff you need, none of the fluff and stuff you don't. Awesome collection of essential equipment and little extras like micro-plates and things you don't find everywhere like a ghr and lat pull-over. And the people there are there to lift. Staff and members alike are super friendly- this place has a great laid-back vibe, and Dwain the owner couldn't have been nicer. Local places like this clearly reflect a love for the sport of lifting. Loved my time there! read more

I live very close to this gym and was interested in what they have to offer. I went in and inquired about their memberships. I was told to fill out paperwork and take a tour. Being in a hurry, I told the man that I simply wanted to run on a treadmill a couple times a week and he said that would fall under any of their memberships. I said "great! How much do your memberships cost?" At this point he got a little huffy and said "We don't give prices until you take a tour!" LOL!! What?? Get your priorities in line guys. If a customer is asking for information bc they want to buy your product, give them the info! Why so shady slim? read more

I've been a member for about a year and a half. If you are serious about your health and like to spend gym time effectively, this is the place for you. The owner is very knowledgeable about bodybuilding and fitness, and has selected equipment to allow the widest range of exercises. The facility is probably the cleanest I have ever seen, staff clean floors and equipment multiple times a day. Members tend to work out without a lot of chit chat, which works for me. I wish Dwayne and the team all the best, and I hope to see them when we are all let out of the house! read more

Dwain and his staff are tireless in their mission to help others in their personal journeys. I've come to know Dwain's heart is in the right place. His gym is equipped with top notch machines and it's no wonder the elite bodybuilders and bikini fitness competitors call his gym home. read more

The owner is giving himself a 5 star rating lol. This place is way overpriced and you get nothing special except pressure to buy there nutritional products and supplements read more

Should have signed up sooner, world class equipment, friendly staff and clean enough you can eat off the floors. great impression so far. the machines they have are the best i have ever used, and that is no exaggeration. I have a few nagging injuries from years of sports and abuse and they are good at truly isolating the movements. this gym is great for people who are serious about physique type training and people who like to do fun things for their workouts. read more

This guy thinks a yelp review is slander, then this response from the owner is certainly harassment........Here's a private message from the owner to me: Why are you slandering me, my family and our business Nate? We treated you with nothing but respect and always greeted you with a smile. We bust our butts to offer a clean facility with the the best equipment that money can buy. You stood in my office doorway several times and saw the diplomas on the wall but yet you accuse us of being uneducated. You make fun of the name of our business and the amazing results of our successful clients. 70's and 80's? I got a laugh out of that one. But you know your accusations are false and unwarranted. All this because I wouldn't reimburse you for the 2 weeks you were out for physical therapy? But if you'll remember when you called me in March you said you would be out for PT on your shoulder. I said OK. We can't go back but I will start your freeze in April. You checked in with Bry because you were better before the freeze took effect. Anyone else I would have required a doctors Rx proving you couldn't exercise before I granted a freeze. Instead I said OK Nate. I saw you when you first came back and said, Hey Nate you're back already! And you told me about your amazing physical therapist and how she knew exactly what you needed. You see when you checked it automatically reinstated your membership and pulled your April payment. You know Nate I live for good relationships and I think you know that by the way I treated you. I always greeted you and asked how you were. I even asked how your wife and baby were doing, even though I never met them. So if it will mend our relationship moving forward I will personally prorate your former membership and write you a check for those 2 weeks. It;s your call. read more

With a personal history working out for nearly 40 years and a job that moved me close to this gym, I decided to go in one day to check it out. This began my relationship with Dwain, his family and this great spot! My wife joins me on occasion, but working out is my sanctuary, and I'm able to do that here in a clean environment with top-notch equipment. I'm greeted with friendly service and help if needed, but left alone when I want solitude. There's enough weight for a serious workout! The bathroom and shower facilities are always clean. I'd recommend this gym to anyone on the West side (or anywhere else if you don't mind the drive!). Keep up the great work! read more

This place is way overpriced and really a ripoff, there are much better places and the owner brags about what he has done on to roids

My wife Kristine and I have been gym members of DB since their grand opening. We have been members of various gyms around town. Our rating is based on convenience, quality of equipment, cleanliness and general vibe of the facility. Without a doubt if there were a 10 star rating DB would get it. Very satisfied customer and highly recommend a visit. You'll join. See you there. read more

Phenomenal fitness facility!! In full disclosure, I've known Dwain since we were teenagers growing up in small town Greensburg, PA. I finally traveled from Pittsburgh to Designer Bodies World Class Gym, and was not disappointed in the least. I've trained at no less than Gold's Gym, Venice; Gold's San Diego; Gold's Las Vegas E. Flamingo Road and Red Rock, Las Vegas Athletic Club, many L.A. Fitness places, dirty hard core gyms, and high priced fitness clubs. The equipment is top notch. To my amazement, I saw and used pieces of equipment I've not seen anywhere else. I never knew such fantastic equipment existed. The gym is clean. The wash room is clean. The change room/shower is clean. He's even got some futuristic scale that measures your weight, BMI, % body fat, weight in muscle and fat, and a host of other data!! This is not just another gym slapped together. No, this place was meticulously and painstakingly designed to provide the best in fitness!! And then there are the motivational, transformation posters that line an entire wall. These are everyday folks, like you and I, that decided to change their lives for the better. (I'm not sure Dwain realized I kept looking at the posters between sets.) I had the best leg workout, shoulder workout and arm workout I've had all summer!! I was like a kid in the candy store with this equipment, and I'm still sore! And on top of all that, I learned new techniques by listening to and watching Dwain. Care to make drastic improvements in your health and physical appearance? Go to Designer Bodies World Class Gym. I feel confident saying this is THE best gym in Albuquerque. And if all that wasn't enough, I even had dinner at El Pinto. I must say "Thank You" to Dwain, his wife Doris, their son Nikko (whom I met when he was about 15, and then dubbed him Mr. Personality due to his outgoing demeanor), and of course Dwain's adorable granddaughter Chloe (who called me Doe!). If this gym were in Pittsburgh, I'd be the first member!! read more