I really like the vibe at Beacon Hill Athletic Club. It's low-key, mellow, and has everything I…read moreneed without feeling overwhelming. There are plenty of cardio options, classes, a spin studio, free weights, and a large selection of Hoist weight machines. It's actually the only fitness center I've been to in the area that has Hoist equipment. I'm still getting used to the machines, but so far, I like them. There's also a decent-sized stretching area and about 10 TV screens throughout the gym. I believe you can tune into the TV audio, although I haven't ventured down that path yet--I'm usually watching something on my phone or listening to music. The front desk staff is always friendly, and check-in is quick and easy. There are water fountains as well as bottled water available for purchase. The locker room is clean. While it's on the smaller side, they do have either a steam room or sauna--I'm honestly not sure which! There are a couple of showers and all the standard locker room amenities. One thing I like is that every locker has its own key attached to a stretchy wrist cord, so there's no need to bring a lock. In fact, you can't use your own. Crowds have been minimal during the summer, which has been great. I'm curious to see how busy it gets once summer ends and school is back in session. So far, Beacon Hill Athletic Club gets a 10/10 from me. Great atmosphere, solid equipment, friendly staff, and an easygoing feel. Highly recommend!

I've been a member of Beacon Hill Athletic Club (Wellesley) for three years, and the only reason I…read morecontinue to go is because it's convenient and there aren't many easy alternatives nearby. The biggest issue is that the equipment is badly outdated. Walking into the gym feels like stepping into the 1980s. The machines are old, the overall facility feels tired, and it is long overdue for a serious investment and refresh. The locker rooms are in a similar state, very dated and in clear need of renovation. To be fair, the club is clean. Extremely clean. In fact, the staff often seem more concerned with cleaning equipment than allowing members to use it. The constant wiping down and fussing over machines can feel excessive and, at times, genuinely strange. The atmosphere is also disappointing. Peter appears to have a group of favorite members and regularly has loud, bro-style conversations with them across the gym. These conversations often include inappropriate language that feels unprofessional in a fitness club setting. Another staff member, a younger guy, is consistently rude and seems to think the gym's sound system exists solely for his benefit. When he's working, members are subjected to some truly awful reggae playlists. Peter's music choices aren't much better, with a steady diet of jazz and 70s music that feels completely disconnected from what most people would expect in a modern gym. The overall impression is that the gym is run around the preferences of the staff rather than the members. Whether it's the music, the conversations, or the way the floor is managed, there seems to be very little thought given to creating an environment that is motivating and enjoyable for the people actually paying to work out there. The one saving grace is the woman who works at the front desk. She is consistently friendly, welcoming, professional, and genuinely customer-focused. She treats members with respect and clearly understands what good customer service looks like. Ironically, she also seems to have the best taste in music. Unfortunately, it's uncomfortable to watch how some of the other staff, particularly Peter, treat her. She deserves far better than the dismissive attitude she often appears to receive. For a club that charges premium membership fees, the facilities, atmosphere, and management approach simply don't measure up.

This is a very nice athletic center and a awesome location for volleyball. Clearly a multi use…read morefacility with a track ringing the courts.

It's new. So I'll give it 3 stars on the hopes that it improves…read more I come here for the ice. It's expensive. $20 per session. I can pay $15 about a mile or 2 away. But I cough up the extra cash since there are 2 ice sheets here. One for hockey and one for figure skating. Early in the morning most of the skaters are on the hockey rink. So I get private figure skating ice. If this place becomes popular, it won't be worth the price. The biggest thing that annoys me is that the place is a mess. I arrive at 6 or 7 AM. And all the tables in the lobby are filthy from the crowds the night before. Food and beverage stains. To the point where I carry chlorox wipes in my bag.

Was there for a AAU tournament this weekend.............the basketball courts are the fake plastic…read moresquare pieces that they put together (not real wood).......they are TERRIBLE to play on. Most of the kids were slipping all over the place...........impossible to make a cut or sharp move----ALSO the ball does not bounce very well at all on this fake wood, almost like playing on piece of plywood, with dead spots all over the place.........I have been to about 10 different facilities in New England, and this is one of the worst facilities I have been to for basketball. I can not comment on the hockey rinks. The tournament directors should not be using the facility----too many other nicer arenas to use.

The only reason I am not giving Brae Burn Country Club in Newton Massachusetts five out of five…read morestars is because of the pace of play in the summer months. Even though the course is in pristine condition, it does get very backed up and rounds can take a while. On a positive note, everything else is amazing about this place. The food is fantastic, the club house is scenic and beautiful, and the service is always friendly and well organized. The people at this club know the right kind of personal to hire, and the right kind of members to take in because every time I am here with my family friends and other friends who are members, I always have a wonderful experience. Brae Burn also has the perfect mix of golf, and social events, which is perfect for a country club. Not to mention a beautiful pool and tennis facility not far from the clubhouse. Also with indoor simulators for the winter months! Would definitely recommend if you live in the Newton area if your looking to join a country club. There's something for everybody!

Only one vegetarian option on the entire food menu - a $22 cauliflower steak that I can not…read morerecommend. If this place wants to be a "fine dining" establishment they need to expand their menu.

Did a tournament through Volo Sports here and it was a blast…read more The venue is incredible for tournaments and group games. They had area above the courts to hang, drink, and watch the games. Would recommend attending an event here if you get a chance.

Manhattan Beach comes to Natick! Heated sand and fun tunes on a cold New England day, it doesn't…read moreget any better than that.

They do not teach employees how to be courteous and helpful. So I am canceling my membership…read more I was working out and someone picked up a phone call. I asked very nicely if they could take it in the hall or common area, it's posted as a rule not to talk on the floor. He looked at me like he wanted to kill me and kept talking. Spencer, a trainer, was about 10 feet away. I asked him if he could please tell him to not take a call here. He said he couldn't. He could do it later. I said I don't understand, it would take 3 seconds to ask, you just talked to me longer than that, just ask him please. He said he couldn't, in a way that seemed like teasing, like he was tying to make me feel petty for asking. I went downstairs and complained to the person at the desk. When I went back upstairs Spencer came right up to me and said he asked him and he hung up the phone. It was obvious now he had been teasing me, because he came right up to me to try to patch it over. No one likes to be ridiculed. This is the first time something like this happened. There is a man there who stares at people. A few weeks ago he walked up to me and yelled in my face when I asked him not to stare at me. I told him to please move away from me, he didn't. I mentioned it to the spikey haired guy at the desk who said "Oh ya, he's does that a lot, I know exactly who you're talking about." Nothing has been done, and this guy continues to roam around there looking to pick a fight. They need to take care of members. Something is wrong here. I'm leaving. It's their job to enforce rules, members shouldn't have to beg them.

Bad customer service and attitude. When I heard about this…read morefacility I was excited to go get a tour. I had not even entered the facility and felt uncomfortable and excluded. I was told that they had no staff available to give me a tour, however there were 2 staff at the desk. Additionally the staff at the front desk were very condescending, disrespectful and uncooperative. When we entered she seemed very annoyed. Overall I felt as though this experience was underwhelming and I was left dissatisfied.

Reasonable price for alumni, $250/yr, parking pass for the lot included. You get what you pay for.read more

Brandeis' Athletic and Fitness center is fairly well kept and has a wide range of equipment. With…read morethe addition of the Lindsey Swimming Pool, this gym is better than ever! And although this center isn't available for use by the public, it's a great place for students, faculty, staff, Alumni and family to have a great work out, catch a match, take a class, and get in shape.

Gym has gone wicked downhill. Impossible to get information. Forces customers to jump through…read morehoops. Fairly clean at least.

The staff here is friendly and welcoming. The vibe is friendly and welcoming. I come in on a free…read morepass I got. The cost is pricey . The service requested is day pass . They have a big lot so parking is not an issue. The facilities were super clean .

I met with Brian and he showed me around this facility. It seems really nice very clean very well…read moreorganized. I like how everything has a little niche, and it's humongous! The only reason why I had to turn it away is because the few things that I like to do with the gym, they do not offer. I would still recommend. The price is a little bit pricier than the competition, and they do charge an extra $25 to use the pool that you also have to make reservations for. They do offer classes and personal trainer services. I didn't get the cost, but I can't imagine it being more than competitors. Thank Brian , good job!!!

I went to Waverley Oaks Athletic Club for a little over a year and really loved it. I had a family…read moreplan which makes the price much more reasonable. I loved the included classes and the variety of classes. I just couldn't make the class times work for my with my work schedule anymore. The space was clean and the front desk staff was helpful. They have a locker room with a sauna, three workout class spaces. I wish they had a track for running and walking somehow.