Great ownership who truly care about their members. If you're interested in competing in strongman…read moreor powerlifter then this is the place for you.

If you're looking for a place to workout without worrying about being too crowded, this is the…read moreplace to be! They have a membership cap. They want to keep this a semi-private gym and that makes me feel way more comfortable with going to the gym. I know that people probably don't care about me and what I am doing, but I still feel self conscious when it comes to working out. Alex is my trainer and she's the sweetest! Her and her husband (Chuck) started up at the beginning of Covid (in their garage) and is now running a huge space. I was fortunate enough to hear about them because we live in the same neighborhood. I've purchased memberships at big name gyms and it was all wasted money. I actually love going to Ellison Fitness and I am totally getting my money's worth. I highly suggest giving them a try.

So for a $10 gym it is fine but for only 2 years old, a lot of the equipment especially the pads…read moreare worn bad but it still serves its purpose.

I had been charged a late fee, from a mistake on their part and had other financial issues with…read morethis establishment. Verbally spoke to Wayne Borries about this and he agreed to reimburse me all of my monies. I still have not been refunded!

The swimming pool is super cloudy.Pls fix the filter system.it is so unpleasant to swim in a pool…read morewhere the water quality control is so substandar.

So my 3 yo daughter and I arrive at 7Am expecting the daycare to be open. the plan was work out…read morethen play basketball. But the daycare wasn't open yet! Not till 8!! No worries!! We will just play basketball today! gotta make lemonade!! I ask permission to play the front desk lady agrees (Laura? Lauren? older woman with thick grey and black curly hair) she lets us pick out ball and we head in she stops us and says if anyone else comes we have to leave (I'm thinking sure a team we'll go but...anyone?? and we have to leave? Whatever I'm making lemonade!!) after watching and making faces at us, calling another coworker over discussing me and my daughter in front of us... then she comes in and tells me we have to go, because we're shooting the ball and actually playing instead of rolling the ball back and forth?? My daughter who is having SO MUCH FUN getting her energy out was never in danger. I believe the rep overstepped her bounds from YMCA into parenting. Don't we all want kids off iPads and actually engaging? Very disappointing. She should have either told us no to playing or advised us that injury wouldn't be their responsibility. Accidents can happen anywhere that's why it's important to play! Play teaches children to move their body use their hands and be better suited for avoiding danger.

If I could give this establishment 0 stars I would. Let's start with the gym itself. The gym is…read moreentirely too small. The equipment is as elderly as the silver sneakers program they cater to. Cables on the cable machines are so worn you can see the wire under the rubber coating. The membership fee; I pay less for a new gym with new equipment and amenities that this gym does not have the room to provide as an option. Now, the staff...unless you are throwing dollars or have made another kind of "payment arrangement " with one of the trainers you will go entirely unnoticed. Not one friendly conversation will be had. Almost every staff member is having an affair with a coworker. One has engaged with two coworkers. There are never any clean towels because said employees are doing their personal laundry in the locker room. If you intend on having a healthy monogamous relationship avoid this gym. It is a melting pot of skanks. DM me for their private pics . Please be aware the self proclaimed playboys and babes of this gym do have incurable STDs. If you are in an open relationship proceed with caution and wear a raincoat

After months of lazying around, and discovering that there is such a thing as "way too freakin' hot…read moreto workout outside", the checkbook and I finally bit the bullet and found a new gym home. And the winner of my questionably hard-earned dollar bills? - Helena Fitness. Taking a look around the place, I was attracted to the incredibly clean environment, well-kept equipment/area, convenient proximity to my living space, and open potential to step up my game in the form of classes offered throughout the week. I've been a member for about a week now and, aside from having limited mobility due to pushing it a little too much (I'm overzealous at times), I couldn't be happier with my choice. I won't go into any unnecessarily-lengthy descriptions in this review - it's a gym, it has equipment, it has personal trainers, it has locker rooms for both men and women - no surprises and everything you'd hope a gym would have to offer its members. I'll simply say that it's a great choice for anyone looking for a good gym in the area, and not trying to break the bank for the sake of physical fitness and better health. Excellent.

This facility is hands down the BEST workout facility I have ever been to! With coaches that…read moreinspire you to be your best and equipment unlike any other gym it meets ALL my fitness needs. If you haven't tried a free class it is worth it! Don't miss out. And if you are a Bama fan it's so fun to have owner, Simeon Castille coaching and inspiring you!

Awesome gym. Very knowledgeable trainers. Overall a great place for people of all levels;…read morebeginners to pro. They also have so many different fitness programs available. Highly recommended!

Had my first personal training session today and it was fantastic! I can't wait until my next…read moresession!

Oh me oh my!! What a sweet little place nestled in Alabaster. There's so much to say. They have…read moreabsinthe coffee, good food, wellness classes, art classes, comedy shows and so much more. I'm not sure how I missed this place. But we'll definitely be back for more!!

I really appreciate the enthusiasm for teaching and preparedness CrACTive brings to the classes…read more Thank you for sharing your love, light, and energy.

An asset to our community. Fitness while practicing social distancing, and cleanlinessread more

This is not a fabulous YMCA. Having a membership, I am able to use all of theYMCA's in Alabama and…read moretake advantage of the privilege. The gripe on this one is the smell of the locker room. There is a pool and showers and there is carpet in the locker room? Makes no sense! Besides that, the facility is fine. Because of my schedule I am there later in the evening and the place is typically packed with kids playing in various sports programs. The weight room equipment is dated, but you can get a good workout in. The indoor cycling room is crammed and not a great environment. One neat thing is the separate cardio room. The room is kept cool with fans running and has 4 televisions to keep people entertained. Great place for families, which is what the YMCA is there for, but not a great place for me.

Before going I was reading reviews and found one that said they found the place and after seeing it…read morethey did not even go inside because it appeared to be run down. I thought about what they said and I thought to myself that some of the best food I have ever eaten came from what appeared run-down hole in the wall shacks. So, I went on and I am so glad that I did. I found out that she was trained by the person who first introduced me to colonics many many years ago. I had a great experience and enjoyed talking with Courtney. She is very knowledgeable about what she does. Some of the best places and things are not always wrapped up in pretty boxes. I highly recommend and I will now be one of her regular customers. I wish I had found her a long time ago.

From the owner: Colonic hydrotherapy, Optimum Detox Footbath, Far Infrared Sauna.read more