The twisty windy layout of this place is enough to never make me want to come back. But pair it with 1990's TVs in the cardio section with water stained walls - I really don't want to come back. read more

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This building looks like it was built in the 1970's and then time stood still. You can tell where something has been removed from the wall as it is a different color. Studios are up the carpeted stairs. It may have been a workout room at the top but I am uncertain. I would not use this rec Centre until the carpet was removed and it was repainted. Seems dirty. read more

Riverbend Athletic Club - Ceiling in studio - Edmonton, Alberta

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I found the Riverbend Athletic Club hard to find. GPS took me to the right area, but the actual entrance is on the opposite side of the large parking lot/strip mall. Once I got around the front I could see that there was signage but it was originally hard to find. The directions inside weren't any better. I was looking for a specific room and asked at the front for directions. The staff weren't overly friendly and I was told to turn right and go up the stairs. I finally found the stairs and made it to the class but there were so many options for additional directional signage to be placed in the facility. I imagine that there's a ton of activities that go on in this facility as there seemed to be a lot of people on site and a lot of different areas like the courts, gym and you could smell the pool from everywhere in the facility. The Athletic Club was dark in the main areas and looks like it needs a lot of maintenance and a refresh. Inside was hot and dingy. When you pair that with the lack of signage inside and out and the staff that I felt were surly, it didn't make for an inviting experience and thus I won't be back. read more

A long time ago i was a member here and it was pretty good. I used to play raquetball and use the stationary bikes . It was nice because they had a towel service and no kids running around. They have a common area with tv sets and tables where you can have a drink and food after exercising. I quit after awhile and last yr went back in to check it out again as i thought about rejoining. The place hadn't aged well and the membership costs are ridiculous for the quality of the facility so i didn't rejoin. read more