This gym has such a friendly, welcoming vibe. It's funky, down-to-earth, and full of character in a…read moreway that feels genuinely comfortable instead of polished and intimidating. The front desk staff is always really nice, and the trainers seem awesome overall. I can definitely recommend mine, Will. He's knowledgeable, astute, goal-focused, and encouraging. It also feels like a genuinely respectful space. I haven't seen anyone leering or acting like a jerk - quite the opposite. And people are good about reracking weights and wiping down equipment. Parking can be a little bit of a situation at times, and people sometimes seem to wait around for spots for some reason, but there's actually plenty of parking diagonally across the street in the garage. Street parking is also often free or just a couple of bucks, so it's very manageable once you know the options. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this spot. Great vibe, great trainers, and solid equipment. There's even a hot tub in the locker room. It's not a polished, spa-looking place, but honestly that's part of the charm. I'd much rather deadlift somewhere with personality than in a lifeless beige box.

Very friendly and helpful staff! Tightly packed space but has everything you need in a safe and…read moreinclusive environment! Group fit instructors are excellent, just wish they had more class offerings in the evening. Bit more expensive than your typical chain gym like Planet Fitness

Been coming to this location for 20 years and have seen the gym go through many changes, especially…read moreduring COVID. Typically I'm here to swim laps and take water aerobics, so can't comment on the gym classes or equipment. Itzel teaches water aerobics M-W_F at 9am and her classes are packed largely due to her energy and the workout everyone gets. It's hard to keep a class fresh when it's three times a week, but Itzel manages to keep everyone engaged with excellent, varied music, exercises, and her smile and energy. For lap swimming, this is my favorite pool because it's much longer than the other LA Fitness locations At 25 meters vs 25 yards, which really makes a difference. There are 3 lanes, which swimmers split, and rarely do you have to wait for a lane unless you want to swim at 10am on M-W-F right after water aerobics when many people stay in the pool to continue their workouts. The showers, sauna and locker rooms are relatively clean. I say relatively, because it depends on the volume and the cleanliness of those using these spaces. I will say the woman who cleans the ladies locker room works her bitt off and is always sanitizing and wiping things clean.

I would give this place 0 stars if I could. The staff were absolutely rude AND ugly. They wouldn't…read morelet me use the restroom unless I got a gym membership. I am in healthcare and wearing my scrubs, good to know this is how they treat healthcare workers. Absolutely unprofessional and incredibly horrible overall and poor experience. Don't waste your time here!

Coach Jabo helped me snatch 141kg and clean and jerk 160kg!…read more This location features an absolutely beautiful facility, with plenty of equipment, separate areas for each training modality, and a friendly and warm atmosphere. Athletes were happy to chat and introduced themselves and everyone was so strong! There were people powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, and a couple of strongman athletes. The neighborhood and streets nearby had plenty of parking spots, and I grabbed a spot right in front of the gym entrance. Head Coach Jabo was very attentive with his athletes, and was giving cues and advice about programming, adjusting the reps, sets, and weights when necessary, and providing moral support and encouragement. He gave me several cues that completely changed the feeling of each of the lifts for me, and communicated these cues in a way that helped me understand but not overthink. A couple of my top sets of the clean and jerk felt more smooth than ever thanks to his coaching. You can tell this gym has a close knit community of athletes and coaches who trust each other and perform exceptionally. Highly recommend for anyone, and especially Olympic weightlifters!

A little douchey and pretentious but not the worst either. It does the job, and the only gym in the…read morearea. I definitely learned a lot from purchasing some time with their trainers. Great community if you want to compete in weightlifting and get huge. very LBGT friendly

Front desk staff, Tricia, is incredibly kind, friendly, and a great energy to be greeted by when…read morecoming into the gym. This girl will go above and beyond to support what you need and answer questions. GIVE THIS GIRL A RAISE! The pool is always clean and ready to go, while there's no hot tub the Women's sauna is a pretty good size and remains clean and smelling good. The equipment is generally nicer and more maintained than surrounding LA fitnesses and the comped parking is SO appreciated! For folks new to LA fitness, I would avoid entering any GRIP raffles for personal training if you're familiar with your own body's way of working out or have a strong sense of athleticism. They sell a little too hard, instead of prioritizing what you're needing in a PT. Just my two sense as someone who has worked with many. They may be good for brand new gym joiners or folks who do not have a ton of athletic experience. Thanks LA Fitness Northrup (and thank you Tricia) for a 5 star experience nearly every single time.

For several summers, the HVAC system hasn't worked upstairs. It will be 70 degrees downstairs and…read more80 upstairs, with no fans to help. The only breeze you feel upstairs is when someone walks past you. Otherwise, the air is stale and stagnant. The responses from management have varied, beginning with, "Oh, it's not working?" Then, "We know about it." Good, but are you working to fix it? "We're waiting on the vendor." For six years? My favorite response: "Well, it's hot outside." Isn't that what an HVAC system is for? No one expects a workout to be comfortable, but you should be sweating from the effort, not the environment.

Overall, it is not a bad gym. The equipment is solid, and the space itself is a decent size…read more However, there are certain individuals, especially during the 5pm to 8pm rush, who consistently disrupt the environment. This includes constant equipment slamming, taking up machines they are not even using, and excessive grunting. I understand that some noise is normal, but when it happens every set of every exercise, to the point where I can hear it through my headphones, it becomes a real issue. When I bring this to the front desk, they usually just shrug and say they will talk to him, but nothing ever changes. If you are considering joining and plan to work out on weekday evenings, I would look elsewhere. Some people never grow out of high school behavior, and it really shows at this gym.

I feel bad for the review I'm about to write, but this gym has the vibe of a place that's going out…read moreof business. Here's a list of broken things I came across while I was there: 1. Out of 5 elliptical machines, only one was not broken/wobbly 2. Want to wipe that machine down? Look elsewhere my friend, there was no paper towels upstairs 3. Even the clock upstairs (which is digital) was I shit you not, broken 4. 2 of the showers in the guys locker room It's a bummer because it used to be a pretty nice gym and the staff (of whom there wasn't much of) are friendly and probably doing their best. If you're doing free weights, this place is still a solid choice, but if you're looking to do cardio or looking for a group class (the class schedule keeps getting smaller and smaller), I'd probably look someplace else

Highly recommend this SPA. It's truly an amazing self care/mental health day respite. It's smack…read moredab in the middle of a sort of industrial/commercial/live space neighborhood in Portland. Some truly wonderful graffiti/urban art in the surrounding area. I digress. So this place is located inside of a modernish residential building. You would not know there is a SPA inside unless you actually go into the establishment, get checked in, and take the elevator up to the actual SPA. There you will see two nicely sized hot tubs and a cold plunge tub. Be warned that cold plunge is COLD! Opposite the tubs are the dry sauna and steam room which are HOT and the steam room is steamy! It does not take long to get a good sweat going, and before you know it you can feel the toxins and bad juju just melting away. They several types of water to re-hydrate room temp and cold water and sparkling water. I do believe I saw some plates that had oranges or apples or something of the sort. Be sure to try one of the foot scrub baths and massage. It really is the perfect tonic for pampering and stress relief. The massage therapist who handle my feet and calves was super friendly and professional. This foot care scrub and massage really the feet and calves much needed tension relief. There is a wonderful outdoor relaxation deck with lots of lounge chairs and tables to take breaks in between soak, sauna, and steam. This deck area overlooks a portion of the Portland city scape and highway. What made this deck enjoyable for me was waxing existential about what the folks in the cars driving by on the freeway might be thinking as you head back for a second dip into the hot tub. The SPA, locker and shower, and changing areas are all thoroughly maintained, clean, and give you everything you need to transition back into the Portland Urban. A really pleasant and enjoyable surprise Portland surprise.

I had the chance to visit both Knot Springs and Cascada Thermal Springs + Hotel... and let's just…read moresay....they are not in the same league. Knot Springs? It's giving upgraded gym vibes. Think 24 Hour Fitness, but make it wellness. Hot tub, steam, sauna... clean, simple, and the staff are genuinely great. No complaints there. But the experience itself? It's just... basic. Cascada, on the other hand, is a whole different level. The comparison honestly feels like Spirit vs Delta, Holiday Inn vs The Ritz, Nissan vs Lexus. Once you've experienced that level of intention, design, and atmosphere, it's hard to go back. Knot Springs isn't bad, it's just not that. If you're looking for a straightforward soak, it'll do the job. But if you're chasing an elevated, immersive wellness experience... you might leave wanting more.

I have been out of the Red Room game for almost a year after deciding to venture out and try new…read morethings like yoga, solid core, and my typical outdoor long runs. Returning to Barry's, it felt like I never even left. The workouts are the same: HOT, HARD, and SWEATY. My home gyms are in NYC, Hoboken and Houston. First time checking out the Portland location and just as I anticipated the workout was consistent with any other Barry's. Took a class with Tony F. and he was great. The red room layout here was very well thought out. Front desk staff was friendly and gave me a quick tour since it was my first time at this location. If you want a kick-a** workout, can't ever go wrong with Barry's.

Had my first free class with a friend who regularly comes here. Staff was incredibly nice and the…read moreperson at the counter was so friendly and helpful, going over what to expect and even gave me a welcome/good bag. I was worried because I didn't know what to expect, but it was fun... And wow, what a great work out! I was struggling to keep up, but you can basically go at your own pace if it's too fast for you. The instructor was nice and helped explain things to me when I was confused on certain workouts. No one in the class made me feel awkward or uncomfortable for not knowing exactly what to do at times. Loved the class. Loved the music. Loved the staff. I was even given a free smoothie on my way out!

Excellent space to find yourself throughout the year. There is a range of activities for all ages…read moreand lots of staff to support in guiding what may be the best options based on what you are looking for when you drop in. I feel very safe and taken care of, and I enjoy that the facilities are cleaned and well maintained throughout the duration of the day. Staff are ahead of the cleanliness before the public comes to mention things around the areas. Snacks are great, lots of options and allergen friendly things. The pools are very nice and I enjoy that their lifeguards on duty and extremely vigilant.

Mandy is marvelous. She provided outstanding customer service. She was kind, cheerful and helpful…read more Unsolicited, she coordinated swim training so all 3 kids are in the same time slot at Grant. It is so rare to see such examplary customer service. We thank you.

When on a recent work trip, l wanted to check out the nearest 24 Hour Fitness in Downtown Portland…read more This is actually my first trip to the Portland area and only stayed overnight on past trips near PDX Airport. I've been to one location in Seattle a few years back, so coming to this one is a nice fresh visit. There's this welcoming feeling upon checking in, the girl who rang me up for supplements was very friendly. The floors are clean, it smells fresh and sanitized, most machines and equipment are the same as other 24's, but this one is extremely well kept and people take pride when using the facilities. Everything is all on one floor, so no need to use stairs or elevators to go up and downstairs. The only areas I didn't use were CardioX, swimming pool, and Spin Cycle room. I'm not too sure if parking is available, but it seems as though office workers come to and from their offices, and there was a security guard on patrol so I felt very safe inside the whole entire time.

1. Best ab machines!! (about 8 different ab machines in 1 section gives a variety)…read more2. Not busy between 7pm - 10pm for those that prefer a more quit environment. 3. The Sauna temperature is better than 8 of the others I've been to in Oregon

I have been coming here for almost 1 year now and I can't sing their praises enough. I love the…read morestaff here. Every single one of them is always so friendly, fun and helpful. The coaches are freakin bad ass. I think when because I come often they really get to know me and my goals as well as any issues I have been struggling with like my sciatic pain or the weekness I still have in my shoulder from my shoulder replacement. They also really hype me up to keep going during the challenges to push myself to go harder or longer than I ever thought I could. But they always place safety and form first. Kylie, Taryn, Lafayette, and Erin are my usual crew and I get so happy to see them. I'm so happy I came here, I even got my husband to start coming.

Visited while on a trip and enjoyed the workout! I only attended one class here at 5 am so keep…read morethat in mind. I was greeted with a friendly manner when I walked in. The studio spaces vary and this one is more elongated and felt a little tighter. They also had the newer treadmills which feel a little harder to change speeds on. They also kept the studio dark which was different and people may like in the early morning! There were only 6 people in the class but from what I hear, there are less people going to classes post pandemic. There's a parking garage that you can get validated or you can do street parking.