Dynamic Athletics CrossFit

(1 review)

3.2 mi

Having come from an extremely strong Crossfit community in Minneapolis, I was expecting a lot out…read moreof the gyms in Connecticut. Iron Resolve Crossfit was one of the few area gyms that satisfied my two most important needs, solid programming and experienced coaching. Programming at Iron Resolve has been incredibly solid, with a good mix of olympic technique, basic core lifting, and thought out WODs. The current coaches, Dan and Mike, offer needed cues and help scale things down when needed. The space itself is fantastic, long enough space that you can run inside in the winter. Not sure if running in the winter is a point for or against Iron Resolve though...such a miserable thing to do. With a solid community behind it, this is a great place for the committed, but maybe not Games competitive, crossfitter looking to get stronger and faster. As some more accessory equipment is brought in, I'll probably end up taking this review to five stars, as that is one of the few, knocks against IRCF.

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Infinity Fitness

4.8

(6 reviews)

2.2 mi

I've been going to Infinity Fitness for many years, since elementary school when I was forced to…read moretag along with my parents. Now, as a a graduating senior in high school, I've been hooked into the fitness and health-centric lifestyle that all of the amazing trainers here encourage. The trainers themselves have become my family over the years (love you all!), and the people that I've met working out here have been so kind and made my first experience as a young person in a gym so much more comfortable. With a heavy heart, I'll be leaving this year to go off to college, but I can safely say that I'll find my way back to Infinity Fitness any time I can. Thank you all for such a wonderful time in my life! I'll miss you!

I am the strongest that I have ever been from training at Infinity Fitness. I highly recommend the…read moresmall group training sessions--there is an emphasis on correct form and daily variation to ensure you get a great workout in all areas. Aside from that, it's a great community and fun place to spend time--Go! Shout out to Vinnie, Markus, Zach, and the rest of the crew

YMCA of Darien Community

3.5

(8 reviews)

2.9 mi

The class instructors are very engaged with their class and make sure everyone exercises at their…read moreown pace and ability, stressing safety. The facility is clean and staff is friendly. View of the water from the exercise room is great.

I visited the YMCA today because I called and was asking about getting a 50m swim test done here…read more We were told to come in and make an appointment. Patrick, who works at the front desk, was extremely helpful and spent a good amount of time getting us to where we needed to go for a swim test. We were there to make an appointment but he called up Henk to ask if he could help us with this process. Henk was so friendly and helpful as well. Instead of making an appointment for another day, they asked if we had our swim clothes with us (thank goodness I prepared myself just in case) and had us do the swim test right then and there. Henk emailed us the letter with his signature a few hours after we completed the test. We were not charged anything for using the facilities and getting a test done. This was by far the best experience and the staff were so accommodating to us. I've been calling and emailing the Stamford YMCA for the same test and it was not as consistent as Darien (it took two weeks, two calls, and numerous emails to get help from them). Darien was extremely helpful and we are so appreciative of the staff there! Patrick is new to the YMCA but he was amazing. We greatly appreciate his help in contacting Henk for us. Henk's last day is Thursday so we came at the best time. He was incredibly friendly and excited for us as to why we needed this swim test. The facilities were amazing and the decor was beautiful. This was probably the nicest YMCA I've ever been to. Thank you Darien YMCA!! You really helped us with this!!

Love the juice bar after work out

Remodeled water fountain with bottle filler

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Locker room locks

Equinox Darien

And that's it. I've put up with having to jump through extra hurdles when we signed up as a same…read moresex couples. I've watched group fitness instructors mock members. I've never talked to the manager since he NEVER walks the club and avoids members interaction at all costs. But when I show up to find out the club is closed the rest of today and tomorrow for a special event without any kind of in club, online, or proactive text / email communication, I'm just done with these people who could care less about their members' wellness. Homophobic, cruel, and incompetent.

Equinox Darien is NOT safe--and management will NOT protect you…read more After being verbally assaulted, subjected to misogynistic slurs, and physically confronted by a male member on the gym floor, I reported the incident immediately. Multiple witnesses came forward. I was assured it would be handled. It wasn't. The individual was allowed back into the club and continued spreading false, degrading, and misogynistic comments about me to other members and staff. Despite months of detailed reports to senior leadership and HR, Equinox took no meaningful action. Instead, I was met with delays, deflection, and ultimately told they "cannot engage" unless other members contact them directly. Translation: the victim does the work, the harasser faces no consequences. Even more disturbing, staff appeared to tolerate--or participate in--gossip, reinforcing a hostile and misogynistic environment. For a company that markets itself as inclusive and empowering, Equinox chose corporate protection over member safety. If you are a woman and expect to be taken seriously when reporting harassment, this is not the place.

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Orangetheory Fitness

3.9

(15 reviews)

0.1 mi

Terrible management and customer service. I used to be a member and I had to take a break I…read morethought I would try it again this month because there was a promotion - their salesperson, Ashley called me hundreds of times so finally I said I would do a free class as long as it was free. I verified that it would be free about 10 times. They will say absolutely anything and lie to their customers to get them back in - because when I got there the Manager Mike and front desk person, Nate said they would not honor this. This place treats their customers and potential customers poorly and I am appalled at their incompetence and unprofessionalism.

Huge fan of this location in particular. I do a lot of traveling and swing by OT when I can, but…read moreI'm always impressed by the staff and setup of this Orange Theory in particular. The workout room itself is more spacious than your average glass box setup you'll find in more OT locations; making it feel like it's own gym. The staff and coaches here are excellent, particularly Dana and Alice. They definitely make you feel like you're there to workout with them rather than just mindlessly be instructed. The way they run their classes really caters to pushing yourself instead of you just trying to keep with the vibe they set; something I'm not a huge fan at other locations. They both have a killer playlist too if you're more into rock while working out. Highly recommend taking a class Alice if you want the best first impression of Orange Theory.

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Chelsea Piers Athletic Club

3.7

(27 reviews)

3.8 mi

Fantastic place, great facilities and friendly staff. Reminds me a lot of when the original CP…read moreopened in Manhattan. Highly recommend.

Great pool and trained competent staff. Great for adults and children. Hours of operation are…read moreespecially good

Stretch it out on our turf training field.

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Crunch Fitness - Norwalk

2.7

(77 reviews)

0.6 mi

Love the vibes. Manager was kind enough to waive my fees as long as I rejoined the gym. Went back…read morewith a clean slate and got in shape. Hands down, one of my favorite gyms in Norwalk

The management are deceiving and try to rob you. I tried to cancel my membership when I moved and…read morethey're demanding that I pay additional membership fees in order to process the cancellation. I ended up just calling my bank and preventing them from stealing any more of my money. Theft isn't covered under the mountain of terms and conditions.

Very spacious clean gym

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Koko FitClub of Darien CT

(3 reviews)

0.6 mi

Koko FitClub in Darien is by far the BEST fitness club around. In my 8 years of living in…read moreFairfield County, I've belonged to the expensive gym in Noroton Heights, two $10/month gyms in Norwalk, and the community-based center in Darien. None of these 4 options offered me the motivation or structure to keep my commitment for more than 2 months at a time. I've been an active Koko member - going 3-4 times per week -- for a year and it's changed my life. I've not only dropped 25+ pounds but I ran my first half-marathon in May. Strength training programs are individualized for you, and each machine will lead you through your customized workout. It IS like having your own personal trainer, but automated, which is even better! There are also 15 minute cardio programs (on both the treadmill and elliptical) that are both quick to do yet intense enough to give you a complete workout. And, for those of you who are driven by data, each member can log on and access their workout history, track their strength gain, eBMI, and lean muscle mass progress. Koko even offers nutritional planning and menu options, based on your individual profile. Oh, and the place is immaculate, the staff is supportive and friendly, as are the other members. If you're looking for a new fitness club that will keep you engaged while also fitting into your busy lifestyle (did I mention that I'm a full-time working mom of 2 little boys?!?), you should definitely head into Koko and check it out.

I've been a member for 10 months and I absolutely love this place. The gym is unlike other gyms -…read moreit is small, it has no mirrors and each person is looking at their own screens so no staring! The owner is very accomodating. There is plenty parking available. The software used for the programs is the best!

Workout at Koko so you can play elsewhere!

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Cove Island Park

(52 reviews)

3.5 mi

Came here for a walk along the beach in end of October because my in laws live in the Atlanta area…read moreso they don't get to see the beach often haha. It was nice and refreshing, beautiful views with fresh air.

A super adaptable park, here you can get your cardio along the walking trail or workout equipment…read more You can stroll slowly between the sand and clam beds, or you can sit and watch the waves, or let your kids have fun at the playgrounds. Though you need resident parking during swim season, it's a great winter escape for all between Labor Day and Memorial Day. People decorate memorial benches for the winter holidays, and jingle bell horse rides go on during the December holiday season. It's a park near and dear. At some point we'll make it to the museum, but the historic interpretative signs helped us make do. Kids can sled the hills by the entrance, and everyone can find beach glass along the cove itself. Whether you're looking for nature or exercise, this is a great local escape.

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Pear Tree Point Beach

4.3

(4 reviews)

2.8 mi

Where Darien Beachgoing Gets Practical…read more Pear Tree Point is the more, shall we say, functional, of the two Darien public beaches. Weed Beach, located across a bay from Stamford, has something of a mystical quality to it. It is where high schoolers go in the summertime to smoke out (yes, the name is a coincidence), where the passionate but slightly off-tune sounds of local bands fill humid night air. Weed Beach has woodlands to wander through, a hidden playground through a clearing of trees, paddle tennis courts that I think only ghosts use, and lots and lots of weeds, making every step into the water squishy and unsure. But Pear Tree Point is the beach where you get things done. It's got boat docks attached, so it's the starting point for many a "booze cruise", a favorite pasttime of the Darienite. Families love Pear Tree Point, probably because it's shaped in such a way that it's easy for the kids to stay in view; there's nowhere to disappear to. So children go about producing their childlike things: sandcastles, trenches for the water to flow through, holes to bury themselves in. Pear Tree Point has a gazebo at its center, perched on top of rocks. It's perfect for eating a hamburger and fries from the concession stand during the day, and for making out at night. Pear Tree Point is situated along Long Neck Point, location of some of the fanciest houses in this very, very fancy part of the world. If you're the kind of person who likes to gawk at luxurious homes a la Newport, Rhode Island, then it's worth a slow drive down Long Neck Point road until you get to the end, which is a former girls' school now converted, I think, into residences. The atmosphere is rarefied, elegant, and oh-so-preppy. Pear Tree Point, like all the beaches in southern Fairfield County, has a kind of rough sand, and the water's generally cold. Tahiti it is not. The sun, like so many phenomena in the New York area, is either too dim or too scorching. It takes a certain toughness to enjoy beachgoing in the northeastern part of the United States. But after a day being there, you feel as if you have accompilshed something, and accomplishment, after all, is the highest personal value among most Darienites who bring the never-stop-achieving ethos of New York City back to their town.

Pear tree point is lovely. A beautiful beach to go to during the sunset. Large amount of parking…read moreand can either be quiet or busy depending on when you go. The snack bar "uncles by the shore" is owned by uncles deli which is situated on the post road in Darien and closes around 3pm I believe which is pretty annoying. One star off for their gross bathrooms. This beach is smaller than weed beach and does not have a pavilion like weed beach but has a cute gazebo and plenty of space. If you're lucky enough to even get in.

Wonderful night at Pear Tree Point Beach!!

Beautiful sky

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Lake Nanuet Pool

4.6

(9 reviews)

28.0 mi

This is a great municipal pool! Spacious and doesn't feel too crowded even on busy days & holiday…read moreweekends when you can hardly find parking (though the parking lot is quite large). There are a few picnic tables and grills on the lawn. No pool lounge chairs or towel service so bring your own chairs, picnic blankets, food/snacks and other accoutrements to enjoy a leisurely summer day. Facilities are clean and well-maintained. Very kids/toddler-friendly. The sizeable shallow end has several sprinklers/splash fountains for children to play in, and there are slides on both the kiddie and adult sides. Also a playground in the back (not affiliated with the pool). There are always many life guards on duty every time I've gone. The pool is accessible only to Clarkstown residents and their guests, so if you're not a resident befriend someone who is. You must obtain a Clarkstown resident ID card first at the registration office at 31 Zukor Road in New City. (The pool won't simply accept a driver's license.) Rates can be either daily or seasonal for individuals or family, and are very reasonable compared to similar community pools.

Back in the day we used to refer to this beleaguered mud hole as "Nanuet Snake" for the inundation…read moreof various slithering creatures who would join you on your swim in what was then a dark and unknowable crater that had more in common with Loch Ness than 20th century suburbia. It's no exaggeration that these monsters from the deep probably kept a legion of child psychiatrists in full time employment. On a recent visit it was nice to see that the previous snake-ridden den of iniquity has long been been replaced with a legitimate pool and that the mythological beasts of years past have been slayed by chlorine and actual cement walls. You can even see right to the bottom. What a concept. This is what Nanuet Lake should have been like all along... no thanks whatsoever to my parents who thought this was some tough love version of Shangri La, albeit minus the all consuming bliss one often finds in paradise. I kid about my parents (almost) and am happy to bestow five easy stars for a childhood reclaimed. I still hate snakes.

View from the shallow end (kids area)

Kiddie slide

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4th of July @ the Town Pool

Chelsea Piers Athletic Club

3.7

(27 reviews)

3.8 mi

Fantastic place, great facilities and friendly staff. Reminds me a lot of when the original CP…read moreopened in Manhattan. Highly recommend.

Great pool and trained competent staff. Great for adults and children. Hours of operation are…read moreespecially good

Stretch it out on our turf training field.

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Nature Conservancy - Devil's Den Preserve

4.3

(17 reviews)

10.9 mi

Great place for a hike. My son and I really enjoyed the trail. It wasn't that easy to follow but…read moreit was a nice work out going up and round. Will definitely go back!

No. Dogs. Allowed…read more Nothing indicates this until you actually drive into the parking lot. A beautiful day for a hike but had my dog along so it was a no-go. Doubt I'd try to return since it's not dog-friendly.

Lake

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Lake

Velo-CT

(4 reviews)

4.7 mi

I have a 3 year old and 4 year old who have been attending for a couple of months 3x a week. They…read morehave made tremendous gains. The mission there is to TEACH them how to swim and this you can tell. Sure they cried at first but after a few more sessions they quickly got out of that mode and are eager to attend. Joy and Samantha have been great and have a lot of patience. A few times the classes had to be rescheduled due to unforeseen issues but they are easy to make up.The classes are small. I listened to Joy's advice and sat where my youngest could not see me at first when he was crying and voila- the tears stopped. Now he can't wait for me to watch him swim. I'm glad I stuck to it even though they cried the whole time the first few session as both can't wait to jump in after a matter of times and have learned vital life skills.

In my experience the front desk was staffed with people that had no answers and were not…read moreknowledgeable. I was treated so poorly and spoken to rudely by the lifeguards on duty and when I asked to speak to management I was treated even worse. I was really disappointed in my experience and how I was treated and I would not recommend this facility.

Pilates at Velo-CT! Private and Group sessions available

Velo-CT's weight room and cardio machines located on our upper level, over looking the pool!

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Velo-CT Pilates Norwalk Westport CT

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Henry H.

9 years ago

UPDATE: ITS BACK!!! Still too many cameras and picture taking for my liking but I'll survive-after my last workout I didn't think I was going to make it though LOL! I was kinda upset after hearing this place was closing. I got in OK shape but felt the regulars that went there were very unwelcoming and clicky. I felt a little judged when I showed up in sweats, EVERYONE there looked like they had dappered themselves up beforehand. There was definitely a Euro soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo vibe with my fellow crossfitters, and I felt out of place. They also took a lot of selfies and Instagram pictures which I was uncomfortable with bc I don't look good when I sweat. The after workout shakes were tasty and made my body feel recovered; but no matter what, I was in the bathroom 45 minutes after-which was an unpleasant experience. The majority of the workouts were helpful, but I was turned off immensely by the iron cross hold. Mainly because of my Catholic background and the fact our lord and savior Jesus went through something similar back in his day read more

Peter S.

7 years ago

I came to DA 2 years ago, and have rarely missed a day since. I was unnecessarily apprehensive about Crossfit as I was completely out of shape... but not to worry, you can scale any workout. Bill and his team of coaches are very welcoming and motivating. I am so grateful I joined up as its truly been life changing. The atmosphere is incredible, there are people from all ages and walks of life. Im in better shape going on 45 than I was 16 -25. read more

Nia G.

7 years ago

I joined 3 years ago this January, having never lifted weights and now I am addicted. The coaches and community are supportive and encouraging. Each workout is different and how you tackle it is down to your personal goals. Highly recommend if you are looking to try crossfit or a fitness regime that never becomes boring! read more

Kyle R.

12 years ago

Nice people - Great Coaching - If you haven't tried crossfit yet or just want to get in shape come in and give it a shot this is the place to do it! read more

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