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    Hiscoes Gym

    2.5 (2 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Virgin Active - Climbing wall

    Virgin Active

    3.2(5 reviews)
    1.8 km

    Love the Zetland location for the barre classes and the freestyle dance classes, as well as the…read morelong pool for swimming.

    This is a review about my daughter's experience at the Moore Park Virgin Active gym. Below is a…read moreletter she wrote.The management refuses to offer their apology (or even talk to her). So far, the receptionist has been in touch with my daughter. My experience in the Air Barre class today was very disappointing, especially since this was my first time attending any type of aerial/anti-gravity class. Jess made me feel unwelcome, humiliated me, and spoke down to me. I walked into the class and instead of being greeted was told "Bag outside, and take your zipper jacket off" - even though I could see that other students had their bags inside and against the walls. Two other members arrived 2-3 minutes after me, and whilst Jess went to assist them with adjusting their hangings, I was ignored and left to fend for myself. I continued to struggle with the hangings and when I managed to finally lift myself into the hammock, Jess disdainfully told me that I was doing it wrong and said "Don't you remember what I said at the start of class?" When I said that this was my first time and I don't know how to use the hangings, she replied, "Well, 4 other people are also new in this class." I stood there embarrassed whilst everyone else seamlessly performed upside down splits. Following this I decided to leave the class, and was told by her in a tone, "Next time for beginner classes, you need to arrive five minutes early, because we already went through everything." I was indeed five minutes late to the class today and take responsibility for this. I usually always endeavour to arrive early and should have accounted for bad traffic on a weekend, so I apologise that I was late. However, this was in no way an acceptable reason for Jess to humiliate me in front of a whole class and make me felt inept. I was under the impression that I would be guided through the class on proper technique and didn't realise that it was more advanced than I thought. I have only been a member at Virgin Active for 2-3 weeks and up until today, my experience has been wonderful. In particular, Joyce and Rod have been fantastic in making me feel welcome and always greet me when I am at the gym. During my consultation last week with Rod, I made it clear that I still struggle with certain fitness movements and he was very understanding and patient. Jay, who teaches 6am boxing on Friday, has also taken time to help me with my technique and encouraged me throughout class, for which I am very grateful. I chose to join Virgin Active based on great feedback from friends who have been attending for years, but also because I have received some of the best customer service of any gym I have attended. There are gyms that are closer for me to commute to and also offer the fitness classes that I like to attend. However, it was simply because the staff were rude and pushy that I decided against those gyms and chose Virgin Active, despite the fact that I am paying double the fees. Today was the first time that I have had such an unpleasant experience and it has turned me off of wanting to attend any more aerial/air gravity classes at Virgin Active. I have been attending group fitness classes for the last 5 years at a variety of gyms, and it can be extremely nerve-wracking to attend a new class, especially when you are trying to keep up with others in the class who are advanced. Instructors such as Jess need to understand this and they especially need to remember that not everyone has the same fitness abilities, or learning curve. So far, I have raved about Virgin Active to my colleagues and friends, and have been encouraging others to join me. Employees such as Jess will damage the Virgin Active brand if they continue to treat members such as myself in such a poor manner. I hope you can understand how I have been left feeling following today's events.

    Sydney University Sports & Aquatic Centre - Brand new refurb

    Sydney University Sports & Aquatic Centre

    3.0(2 reviews)
    2.0 kmDarlington

    This is my gym, and I completely friggin' love it. I'm not university staff, or a student - I'm…read morejust a community member, but I wouldn't dream of switching to another gym no matter the incentives. The facilities here are terrific and (unless you happen along during a peak time, when like in any gym it gets kinda competitive gear-wise) you can't fail to have a good workout. I had personal training sessions here last year and it taught me a lot - I highly recommend those to anyone unsure of how to achieve their fitness goals, or who is maybe a bit intimidated by all the equipment and/or the gym atmosphere. If I'm unsure of anything or want some advice or even a critique of my form I always ask the trainers on duty, who are unfailingly friendly and helpful. But the thing that first hooked me are the classes. SUSF run the Les Mills program, and I am a big RPM devotee (who dabbles in Attack and sometimes Pump). The instructors here are top-notch; no kidding. (For comparison's sake I did a spin class in New York and it was nonsense. Absolute nonsense.) They are also super encouraging, and you'll probably find that your once-a-week RPM class explodes into you somehow being at the gym seven days a week just to take advantage of all the awesome instructors available to you. Plus there's a pool! Parking is kind of a drag, but there's a bike rack out front, a busy bus stop (370, 422, 423, 426, 428) up on City Road, and it's a short walk from Redfern train station (past some pretty great cafes).

    The following feedback is specific to the Sydney University Swim School. Please read on as I hope…read morethis review will inform future students of the swim school to consider. I am a current student in their swim school. I go for evening lessons once a week after work. Unfortunately on Tuesday 21 March 2017, there was extreme thunderstorms that striked Sydney. Commuters heading home in the rush hour were all affected. Trees uprooted, road accidents, flash floods, train stations shut - the roads were chaos. Google it and you will see numerous articles and videos of taht evening. A journey to the school that would normally take me 30 min took me 1h 15 min. I made multiple calls to the school throughout my journey to tell them I was stuck on the road literally in gridlock and they told me to email to reschedule. I took their instruction and emailed the school. Unfortunately the reponses I have received from them is very upsetting. They wrote back saying that they can only reschedule if I gave 72 hours notice or provide a med certificate. Otherwise I have to pay to reschedule. I replied saying that there is absolutely no way to foresee or predict that the extreme weather is going to cause widespread havoc that evening. I can't anticipate the train stations shutting down, flooding on streets and numerous car accidents. What I asked for was decency in considering that the abovementioned was out of my control. I did everything possible to call the school and even got my friend who was already in the school to let them know. They further responded saying that i didn't give them "enough warning" and without the 72hr notice, they couldn't offer my place to someone else who needs a makeup lesson (aka they lose $19.50). 72hr notice for the effects of weather that I can't predict?! Seriously, if I can, I'll be rich. What baffles me is that the policy accepts medical certificates if someone fall sick that day, but not other unforeseen uncontrollable act's of God. Makes me wonder if we'll be treated similarly should a student met other unforeseen circumstances or last minute emergencies. I must emphasise, the issue here is not about the $5 rescheduling fee but the principle behind it. I am disappointed as this swim school is part of (and representative of) the prestigious and world renowned Education institution, University of Sydney, that endeavours to produce successful students and NOT intimidate them to succumb to the centre's "Profit&Loss" driven goals. Shame.

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    My Gym

    My Gym

    4.0(1 review)
    2.1 km

    Dragging myself to the gym is hard enough without the additional scrutiny you find in some of the…read morebigger fitness centres in the city. Situated close to the new Channel 7/Pacific Magazines building, and a 10 minute walk from both Redfern and Erskineville stations, we find a cosy little alternative where you don't have to feel self-conscious. Opened just over two years ago, it has experienced tremendous growth due to its comfortable vibe and professional and supportive personal trainers, who ensure you get the most out of your hour and encourage you to set and reach individual goals, but never push. Whether you're a beginner or a gym junkie, there's fitness training to suit your needs. I like their distinctive small-group boxing and general fitness classes-you can let out some steam (and burn those kilojoules!) outdoors, in the nearby Australian Technology Park, so you're not confined to the fitness studio. Your peers keep you motivated, you split the cost, and you might even make a friend or two. Other services include one-on-one sessions as well as pre and post natal classes. Their opening hours accommodate for morning, lunch, and evening, as well as weekend work-outs. It's up to you how you want to work out, when you want to work out, and whom with. It really is YOUR gym.

    From the owner: We like training in small groups because it's more fun and more competitive than training alone, so…read moreyou'll work harder.

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