Went all the way down to join the club and Frank was extremely unwelcoming, so I will not be…read morejoining or coming back to that club...ever **Thanks for your response Andrew and thanks for the invite to keep MY review up. You need to get the facts straight first before you jump the gun on how friendly Frank was to me because that's simply NOT the case... My ID is 100% valid. Im retired like I told him several times This is what I clearly told Frank a year ago and he said that it was" no issue at all" ..So I ended up coming back to the club a year later to finally join up. He asked me for ID which I showed him, then he started to say oh didn't you come in here a year ago etc, so I said yes I did. He then tells me "oh your ID says retired you can join at the full rate" and "I told you last time that im not giving you the discount we offer ...(that's not true at all ), What he said was that it was NO ISSUE".. He started to examine my ID, hold it up to the light literally about 5 different times ,,,Not sure what that was about...I said Frank, " WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH MY ID- YOURE EXAMINING IT LIKE ITS A FAKE $100 BILL OR SOMETHING, I said is there an issue?????..and he says " OH NOTHING I WAS JUST LOOKING AT IT. He then continues to say he's not giving me the discount and he told me this last year. I said NO PROBLEM...I was leaving, asked him for my ID back, and he started taking pictures of my ID with his phone... Maybe you can clear that up for me Andrew..what was that about after I said no problem and was clearly leaving the club with my coat on. Why did he start taking pictures of My ID? I mean I could care less that you or him think my ID is not valid, I could care less about any discount, or joining your club..Thats not the point at all.. I just didn't appreciate the way I was treated..PERIOD. Its really as Simple as that..I hope this clears it up for you. My experience was not good.

clean gym with good amenities and friendly staff. not quite enough equipment, especially for the…read morepopular machines. find I have to wait around to get on machines I need. group classes are good and energetic.

I have been a member at Equinox Paramus for a long time, but I have finally decided to leave the…read moregym. At $250 a month for a single club access membership, it is simply not worth it anymore. The main issue is the deterioration of benefits without any change in the premium price point. Ever since Equinox decided to leave the partnership with Kiehl's and focus its expansion on the California network, the benefits of the gym have not improved; in fact, they've noticeably deteriorated. While the facility is still attractive, the value proposition has plummeted. I finally made the switch and decided to seek better value elsewhere. The high price no longer justifies the reduced perks and benefits offered at this location.

Overall a decent gym. Its luxurious and very spacious. I would prefer more free weights and less…read morecardio/studio space but that's my preference. Personally, I don't care much for eucalyptus towels and I don't care much for the showers as I prefer to shower at home. They have 3 racks and tons of treadmills/ellipticals, etc. They have the basics to do a decent workout but they need some extra cable attachments and some additional benches imo. The overall layout of the gym didn't make much sense to me either. The racks are upstairs and the leg extension and hamstring curl machines are downstairs. I think the overall placement of the equipment can use some work.

Hackensack Meridian Fitness is a nice facility but I do not like using the locker room. I find it…read morewarm, poor ventilation to and too crowded. The best group classes are offered at times I cannot get there. And I think the gym membership is costly. There are no discounts and no perks. I've tried to stick by it but decided to look for another location.

i love this gym. the classes are the best!! i like the cafe and the equipment is in very good…read morecondition. the front desk can smile a little and try harder to look engaged and make people feel welcome. and i do not like the idea of children running around the gym and locker room. hackensack, please lay some ground rules of kids needing supervision while at the gym.

I've been going to this Retro Fitness for over 10 years. Back then they even offered childcare,…read morewhich was amazing for parents--I used to drop off my daughter and work out with total peace of mind. I mostly take classes and absolutely love Donovan and Marieliz's classes. They know exactly what they're doing and always give a great workout. Because of my schedule, I can't always join other classes, but whenever I had the chance, those were great too. The gym is overall clean, but by the end of the day it can get a bit crowded, especially when teens come after school, and it doesn't smell as fresh. Mornings and midday are definitely cleaner. The location is convenient, there's a big parking lot, and the hours are perfect. The membership is pretty affordable, and mine even lets me bring a guest--my teenage son comes with me all the time. After so many years here, I can honestly say I highly recommend this gym.

Classes at this location are great. It's not the newest. Equipment isn't in great condition. But…read morethe trainers who do the classes are fantastic. I go for the classes.

Some of the nicest people work at Retro Fitness on polity dr…read more Andrew ,Sam, Santos are very friendly and knowledgeable about all the equipment. They get to know the members by their first name. Angelica does a fantastic job of cleaning all the machines making sure there aren't any germs for the members.she is always cleaning the floor and I feel safe working put there because of her. GREAT JOB EVERYONE!!!!!!

DECEPTIVE BILLING PRACTICES -- BE CAREFUL BEFORE SIGNING ANY AGREEMENT…read more After years of being a loyal member with no issues, I was suddenly charged an additional $19.50 fee with no notice or explanation. When I asked about it, I was told it was a "glitch in the system" that overcharges customers -- but that I'd need to talk to the manager to resolve it. To prevent future problems, I even put a new card on file. Before following up, I contacted my bank (Chase), and they confirmed there was no reason my recurring payment -- successfully processed more than 28 times -- should have declined. When I spoke with the manager (Andrew), he gave multiple conflicting explanations: first a system glitch, then a bank issue, then a declined card, and finally said he had no control because billing is through ABC Financial. When I asked how the issue would be fixed, I received no clear answer or solution. Instead, the manager became aggressive and ended the conversation by yelling: "GET THE F*** OUT, IT'S TOO EARLY FOR YOUR BULL****." Immediately, I asked again to speak with the owner or anyone capable of addressing the situation. I even reached out through social media. After one month, radio silence. Today, I received another notice: my card supposedly "did not go through," and there is no a $9.50 late fee and another $19.50 charge added on top. I'm genuinely disappointed. If the business needs to raise prices, be honest about it -- don't hide behind deceptive billing practices or "system glitches." I enjoyed being a member, but I can't support a company that refuses accountability, overcharges loyal customers, and treats them disrespectfully.

I liked it here a lot. Great class, instructor, and clean studio…read more I bought an intro pack around Xmas time, and I couldn't use all the classes since I was so busy. I asked them to extend my unused credit, and they did it happily. The parking is a little inconvenient, but Ridgewood in general is like that so not their fault.

Best strength workout I've ever had. I was nervous to try it out, but all the coaches are super…read morenice and very helpful. They have a really good deal for first timers too. So glad I got over my nerves and just went.

The pool has been taken over by the British swimming school all week and weekends members with…read morechildren have 3 tiny lanes except if a private teacher with non member child takes up the remaining lanes Members who pay $1800 are given 1/2 hours to swim while British school and private instructors with non member kids swim forever Screaming kids Nappies being changed poolside Not like it used to be

I was looking for a comfortable well equipped gym in my area. This is it for me. There is a cardio…read moreroom with the usual stuff treads, elliptical, cycling and one Erg, rowing machine. As I am an erg fanatic, I can say that the chain needs some oil. The monitor does not work . The tension control does not allow for a variety of settings . It slips. However, I can still find a way to work on my core , arms and legs. The gym has not been crowded which I like. There is a pool a steam room and a sauna. The exercise equipment room seems to be well equipped with several machines and weights. The staff is friendly. The gym overlooks the hudson so exercising is made easier due to the view, the pool has a top that opens when the weather is warm. There is an outdoor patio and a very large indoor lounge room. The hours are: Weekdays 6:30am-10:30 and 4:30-9:00pm weekends 9:30-6pm

We booked a private class and it was so much fun! Arrive early so the staff can make sure you are…read moreall in the proper harness and comfortable before you get started. I had so much fun. The instructor explained every movement to avoid injuries and we just had a blast! We laughed so much but also felt like we got a work out in. Definately broke a sweat. Would def recommend!! 10/10 experience. Plenty of parking too

Came here for a beginner bungee workout class. Having not exercised in a long time I thought this…read morewould be a great alternative to try to get some fitness in while doing something fun. The benefit to doing these kind of classes is that regardless of age or fitness level you can go at your own pace. The location is easy to find a strip mall with ample parking. I was very lucky in that the instructor told us some classes are completely packed, but this whole studio was basically ours with only myself, my friend and two others. Turned out they had traveled an hour to get there because of this type of class. The small group setting made it much easier to maneuver around when trying to learn different moves on the harness having plenty of space around you. Once we figured out how to get into the harness, it was just about getting comfortable and learning some basic moves. Once you realize that you literally cannot get hurt it's time to let loose. Given this is my first time, it took a little while to figure out how to maneuver around. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and did some spinning and a handstand!! I'm actually extremely sore due to the burpees and squats and can't wait to go back. They have packages or what I did is sign up for a single class. No commitment and with that one first time you get a second one included. I think that's very smart as it does take a minute to get a hang of this so you get another try at it. They have classes during the day and early evening so you can fit it in around your schedule. Keep in mind they are closed between Friday evening and Saturday.

Now that the frigid temps seem to be warming up in Jersey City, it's time to get over cabin fever…read moreand get ourselves in good shape for the spring and summer. I have been a Base patron for 9 years and just love this well-kept fully functional gym. All modern exercise equipment, saunas, classes, pristine lockers and the most amazing hospitable staff. Owner Craig takes pride in Base and the staff of Mayrin, Erin, Franklin, Leah, Jenna, Emily, Vika, and super trainers Igor, Caesar and Ebai are one fine team. Stop in Base at 60 Christopher Columbus Drive and see for yourself.

I am writing this review to express my gratitude to Carly a personal trainer at Base gym in Jersey…read moreCity. My experience was exceptional and I would recommend her to anyone looking to work with a personal trainer. Her vast knowledge in the physical fitness world is an asset to Base gym.

This was my first time ever going to a barre class and I had a great experience. The instructor…read moreknew my name and took the time to help me and direct me. She made sure I had the right posture and motivated me to work even harder! As a result, I felt comfortable and really enjoyed my experience. Not to mention, the other women in the class were so nice afterward and asked how I felt and encouraged me to come back. You can tell the regulars believe in the class and are passionate about it! For the new people: make sure you wear leggings at or below the knee and a top or shirt (you can't wear just a sports bra). I also recommend grip socks! They sell them there too.

Usually classes are fine, but recently I registered on the app the night before a class, and was…read moreon my way to class the next morning. I even got a pop-up text message my class was about to begin. When I got there, turns out they had canceled the class! The lady behind the counter was rude, and said she could not put me into the next class because it was full and I would have to stay and wait to personally ask the instructor. A little better customer service would go a long way.