For the facilities themselves, Equinox Williamsburg is a decent gym but commands a premium price…read morecompared to many other gyms in NYC. That said, what ultimately made us walk away wasn't the facility--it was the people. At this price point, hospitality should be part of the experience. Unfortunately, nearly every interaction we had with the front desk felt cold and transactional. The staff often seemed more engaged in conversations with one another than acknowledging members or prospective members. Instead of feeling welcomed, we frequently felt as though we were inconveniencing them by asking basic questions or checking in. For a luxury fitness brand, that's am extremely disappointing first impression. After touring multiple gyms, we ultimately chose to stay loyal to Orangetheory Williamsburg instead. While it's a completely different style of workout, the difference in customer experience was impossible to ignore. From our very first visit, the staff greeted us warmly, remembered our names, and made us feel like part of a community rather than just another membership. That sense of hospitality made the decision surprisingly easy. One additional point of feedback is the sales experience. I work in enterprise sales myself, so I understand the importance of following up with prospective customers. However, there's a fine line between persistence and becoming overwhelming. Orangetheory occasionally sends a promotional text or email, which feels respectful. Equinox, on the other hand, repeatedly called, texted, and emailed after our visit to the point that it became excessive and I felt harassed. Rather than reinforcing the value of the brand, it had the opposite effect and made the experience feel more aggressive than premium. For a luxury gym with a luxury price tag, I expected a customer experience that matched the brand. The facilities are impressive, but management should seriously consider investing more attention into the hospitality culture at the front desk and the overall sales approach. Those interactions ultimately influenced our decision far more than the equipment ever did.

You go up a flight of stairs to go back downstairs to the lockers…read more The space and layout is different from other Equinox which. Not all Equinox will be alike as far as space and layout. Members should know this by now given all the complaints about this location. The gym is a mid sized gym. Not small like most comments on here. Not sure based on these comments made from people calling out it is small. The layout is a bit different. Yes. The Main Studio feels like a glass while everyone looks at you work out. You see, most Equinox locations I have visited either the main studio is tucked away partially from the gym's floor visibility or has a wall to make it a bit more private. I felt like the main studio at the Williamsburg location everyone from all angles can see you workout. The yoga studio is downstairs. Right across from the women's locker. Would have been nice if the main studio was situated the same as well. My guess is depending what time you visit will depend how less crowded or crowded it is. Personally, I have zero complaints about this location. My only complaint is I dislike those numerical combination lockers.

After doing CrossFit for about a year, I decided to focus on weightlifting because I was tried of…read moredoing burpees. Since the seven months I've been training at Brooklyn Barbell, I have definitely seen progress in my strength and technique with the highlight being a 13 kilo increase in my clean. I highly recommend the coaching and programming to anyone seeking to weight lift. The recent addition of the AM session is great as well.

This place is great. Coaches are knowledgeable and amazing, and the community is rad. I'd write…read moremore, but I think that sums it up.

Fun Ping Ping Pod experience. You pay on the app and go inside to play! Entrance is on Broadway…read more Punch in the code from your phone to get inside. You go in and see your name on the screen. That will be your table. I paid $10 for 30 minutes. We had a blast. You can even get a recording of you playing your rounds.

I've been to PingPod a fair number of times, and they are a great place to spend an hour or two…read morewith friends. As the space is open 24/7, you only need the app to book a reservation, unlock the door, as well as purchase any drinks or snacks. There's no one around to supervise so you are expected to clean up after yourself. This particular Williamsburg location was a little stuffy when we stopped by over the weekend. I would have preferred the thermostat to be set at a lower temperature as we worked up quite a sweat. The space is also a lot more cramped compared to that of the downtown Brooklyn location too. Currently, it is $30 to rent a table for an hour in the open, shared space and $40 to rent a table for an hour in the private space.

Chalk gym is the best gym in Brooklyn , I have been a member at Chalk for the past 6 years and…read moreit exceeded all of my expectations. the gym offers vast variety of equipment that are up to date and very well maintained. the variety of classes it offers is being led by professional trainers / instructors. there is NO gym that offers as many classes as CHALK. every visit to the CHALK gym is a new experience. i must add that the place is always CLEAN and pleasant atmosphere

The cleaner in the men's gym was so rude to a customer. He basically shut down the sauna with a…read morecustomer still In there without any warning or polite communication. Gym is good overall but the changing rooms are not Mainted well and there is always a smell. My advice shower at home.

Perfect padel afternoon. Courts were great and seems like such an improbable place in the middle of…read moresouth williamsburg. Played a doubles and had the court for over an hour for not a HUGE expense (I mean its not cheap!)

From the owner: Located in the heart of the neighborhood, Padel Haus Williamsburg boasts four indoor courts, lounge…read moreareas, and spalike amenities designed with our community in mind.

This is a great gym and it's run by people that really care about it. It's got all the gear for a…read moreweightlifter, plenty of treadmills and bikes, and some functional training/stretching areas. Excellent value and actually no bs on memberships. Happy to see them expanding to get more space. Strongly recommend.

Absolute Power is exactly the kind of neighborhood gym I was looking for. I spent 2 amazing years…read morethere before moving, and loved having the flexibility of a month to month membership. The staff was always SO friendly and accommodating, and Miguel is the ABSOLUTE best. Going to miss this gym!

GREAT PLACE TO TRAIN, I've learned more useful technique than I have in some of the bigger NYC…read moreschools. The trainers are friendly and welcoming and I believe Alex and Greg can quickly get me from purple to brown belt. I've never felt more comfortable in a Jiu Jitsu gym and I'm EXCITED TO TRAIN. Greenpoint Grappling Club is GREAT FOR ADVANCED GRAPPLERS who want to polish off their game and EQUALLY AS GOOD FOR BEGINNERS.

Jeff is one of the best instructors I've ever trained with. He is super detailed and very patient.read more

Repost from Google Reviews…read more If you're looking for an inclusive or family friendly place to learn, I highly advise against this school (both locations). They are elitist, disrespectful, unprofessional and do not follow the principles that I believe Martial Arts represents. When I attended this gym, I was fairly new to the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/Martial Arts community and unfortunately I was not welcomed here. I was met with hostility by the owner, Mila, throughout every interaction, who doesn't carry herself as if she's running a professional business. The first time I met her, she tried to pop my cauliflower ear with her bare hands, and when I expressed that I preferred she didn't because my fiancé and I make decisions about our health together, she questioned who he was and tried to grab my ear again stating, "but I'm a doctor. Is he a doctor?" Several of their instructors exhibited unprofessional behavior on multiple occasions as well. I felt uncomfortable with their main instructor, Jeff Kim, specifically due to the numerous times he mentioned bringing in "hot girls" to attract more customers to their business. Moreover, Jeff and another teacher, Kyle, both continuously questioned my preference to only train with women (with the exception of my fiancé) and crossed my boundaries by touching me after I explicitly asked not to be touched. I do realize that BJJ is a contact sport, however I believe in the power of choosing your training partners. It's the simple concept of consent that, for some reason, the adults running this facility do not understand or respect. Outside of my individual experience here, my fiancé who has been training for several years was met with the same negative, toxic behavior. When he mentioned the racial undertones he was experiencing, the owner, instructors and several students verbally attacked us. We are extremely disappointed that they didn't do the right thing.