A very weird experience in a very nice gym. first, the good news: the ACAC location is clean,…read morewell-maintained and has everything anybody wants in a workout. I visited upstairs and did the elliptical, some free weights and a leg press. all worked great. I was disappointed to learn that ACAC as a multi-location workout facility doesn't have a membership tier that is inclusive for temporary/non-residents. it's either, you buy a one-time pass for $25; a three-day one; or a full monthly. nothing in between. Charlottesville itself is known for having a very transient, ever-changing population so this policy doesn't make sense to me. When I was there, some weirdo was on the stairclimber making this god-awful coughing noise about every 10 seconds. look, I know everyone has their workout quirks but spreading your germs around knowingly (in the age of airborne viruses like COVID) is a bad idea. I brought it to the attention of the desk attendant and she did not seem particularly phased by the news. ACAC Downtown is within walking distance of my flat/crashpad so I will go back. but I'm just hoping they either bring back the punch card or institute a program for non-residents to make life a bit easier.

I started at ACAC from PT and I did not continue after my 60 days. It is a very dirty facility…read more You see women cleaning all the time but I don't know what they are doing. The women's locker room is disgusting, it smells and there is hair all over the floor and on the shower walls and floor. The hot tub is dirty too. The locker room is way over due for an overhaul. The lockers are dirty and don't get cleaned out ever. It doesn't make sense to have kids in the women's locker room either. Have a family area for changing clothes. Also, the pool is always overrun by kids and it's loud. Terrible gym don't waste your time or money.

It is a nice gym, but they are supposed to have a manager wandering around and I never see that…read moreperson. I also don't care for a guy named Mike at the front desk. He is the laziest employee they have. He acts like he is going out of his way to answer a question. All he wants to do is click on membership cards and stand there. I also don't like they allow kids in there. Some are running around screaming on the track and could knock over someone that is in rehab from a stroke. Kids do not belong in there using the equipment and rarely are the parents around. Make a gym for kids if you want them in there, otherwise have them go to the Kid's Zone.

This is the premier gym in town. With several locations, this gym offers a whole slew of amenities…read moreto include a couple 24/7 locations and clay tennis courts (which I use often). The staff are all courteous, respectful and helpful. I've been to three different locations and each one is clean and well kept. Despite the heavy foot traffic, it doesn't ever seem packed and I rarely have to wait for any equipment. Parking is also fairly ample. Glad we got a membership here (although generally more expensive than I normally would pay for a gym membership) and I do recommend the family rate since it's the most cost effective. Enjoy your workouts!

First class is free here! I had great workout at the equilibrium style class…read more The studio is extremely clean including the showers and restrooms! Staff were lovely and made me feel prepared for the class. Instructions were clear and the music was great. This is a workout anyone can do and the studio makes it very approachable.

I stopped by Formula to stretch my legs and get a workout in during the middle of a 6 hr road trip…read more I took the Equilibrium class with Ann which is broken into ~15mins Treadmill, ~15mins Weights and repeated 2 times. It was fantastic and I cannot recommend this class enough. The workout was tough but Ann guided everyone through the motions and kept the class aware of the timing/rounds for the entire workout. The facility is very clean and everyone was more than welcoming. Overall it was a great place to get a workout with absolutely no sense of gymtimidation. If I lived closer I would be a regular.

Absolutely in love with this studio! Awesome instructors and a laid back and fun environment…read more Looking forward to the next class!

I am continually amazed at how spot on Casey is when planning my sessions. She keeps updated with…read moreGyrotonic advances by going to trainings and bringing specific adaptations for certain body parts that then globally affect my body. Gyrotonic is a superb system to address joint concerns and build flexibility and strength throughout the body. After menopause, recovering from injuries has been more complicated but Casey has been steadily and consistently helping me with patience and nudging me to go further than I would on my own. Very little feels sore after her workouts and it has been compatible with my PT and now yoga again finally! Besides that we laugh a lot! Call her up and give it a few visits and you may be hooked too. My body insists on going even if my head is saying you just need more cardio, and boom, I build up a sweat the next lesson!

Casey does an excellent job of increasing my flexibility and strength. She tailors each session to…read moremy specific needs which has allowed me to improve more quickly than if I were in a class setting. In addition to my enthusiasm for the Gyrotonic method and Casey's instruction, another element that sets Movement Barn apart is the setting. The ambiance of The Movement Barn is calming and relaxing, The one on one session takes place in a small rustic barn. Views are of wild flowers and pastures nearby. Despite the proximity to downtown Charlottesville, you feel as if you have escaped into the countryside. The calm atmosphere allows teacher and client to focus on the exercises at hand without distraction. I enjoy every session and remain impressed with Casey's commitment to and knowledge of her craft.

I absolutely love this ballroom studio! The instructors are incredibly talented, patient, and…read moregenuinely invested in helping each student improve. Adam is especially amazing at his craft. The Wednesday and Friday group classes add a great cadence in addition to private lessons. The Friday social has also quickly become a favorite part of my week. Every class and social is fun, well attended, and upbeat. I've learned so much, gained even more confidence on the dance floor, and found a wonderful sense of community. I highly recommend this studio to anyone looking to learn, grow, make friends, and have a great time dancing!

Smooth Sailing Ballroom is a fantastic place for anyone who wants to learn basic dancing, or…read morecontinue dancing at a higher level. My husband and I have never dreamed we could dance at all until we found the studio. A patient, accommodating and effective teacher, Adam is also a maestro in ballroom dance. Our experiences have been nothing but confidence-building and enjoyable. All the other instructors are also wonderful to work with. A marvelous way to keep our body and mind alert, healthy and happy!

Mem Gym has a fairly nice facility. You can tell the inside is a little dated but they have a nice…read moreyoga room, some gyms with good equipment, and boxing, cardio, and weights rooms downstairs. The locker rooms are being renovated too I believe. Sometimes there are limited hours in the weight rooms because of classes working out in the mornings which is a bummer because 8-10am is great for working out. The student staff are pretty helpful. They also have equipment that UVA students can rent which is nice. The building is being renovated on the outside and looks quite nice.

This is the gym near Darden. For students it's free to use and there is a parking lot that's free…read moreat 5pm but only costs $1/hour the rest of the time. For such a large student population the gym surprisingly is never too busy. I can always get my workout in with the machines and weights I want. They have many cardio machines from ellipticals to treadmills and have dumbbells going up to 110lbs with several benches. It's annoying that not all of the benches can change positions as some are fixed and therefore only useful for certain exercises. I love that there are four squat racks with free barbells. There is also a Smith machine if you prefer that. The gym has ample plates to add to bars and other machines. They have cable machines as well as any other machine you could want to complete your exercise. There is a stretching/abs area as well as two rooms with wooden floors. The locker room is clean but fairly small with only two benches for getting ready but it is never busy when I've been there. There's no soap or anything in the showers so make sure to bring your own. Also, bring your own towels as they don't have free ones there and make you pay 75 cents to rent one! This gym also has a pool but I have never used it.

Finally found a gym I like after Gold's closed. This is the gym right next to the Darden School of…read moreBusiness. Free for UVA students and free parking after 5pm! $1/hour before 5pm. Pros: -Lots of squat racks. Even if it gets crowded, the wait is not long. -Cubbies at the entrance to put your stuff. -Good service. Staff members are always friendly and helpful! -There are lots of mirrors around the weights area so you can check your form. -Equipment is relatively new and well-maintained Cons: -Parking becomes scarce after around 6pm. -Gym gets pretty crowded after 6pm, as well. -The dumbbells area is way too cramped. Enough dumbbells, but not quite enough space given the amount of people using the area. I've decided to stick with this gym after a long time of gym shopping. Not a fan of the parking or the crowdedness after 6pm, but it has everything I need and the wait is not too long. Turnover rate high.