Reasons why this is the best gym in Lexington: - Ryan and…read morehis staff are awesome - Old school style gym that has every machine you could want/need - Even when it's busy, there is so much equipment that you hardly ever have to wait for a machine - Tons of specialty bars (Texas deadlift bar, squat bar, safety squat bar, multiple cambered bars, etc.) - The gym is always very clean and weights are always put away - 5 squat racks, deadlift platform, and multiple benches/smith machines (not including the outdoor gym) - Super affordable for all they have to offer

Awesome old-school gym -- lots of heavy weights, no ferns. The dead days of Ford's are finally…read moreover with a new owner who has stopped the ceiling leaks, recovered all the pads, cleaned and painted the place top to bottom, brought back reasonable opening times, added new equipment, and he actually cares about keeping the place the best gym in the city for serious weightlifting.

Staff is nice... but…read morethe gym sucks--good if it's the only gym around, but it's not. There's not much more equipment than there is at the other gyms, and it's about triple the price. Men's room has a sauna that can fit about 3 people, women's room doesn't. If you're a woman, they might post a sign telling you to 'respect the other members'. It's a shame that there is only a sauna in the men's room, and that it's the only real justification for going here... If you're looking for a good workout, maybe consider The Pavillion or even Planet Fitness before you go and spend 35 bucks a month on a gym that doesn't really provide anything special. Maybe if the money was invested into consistently making the gym better with more equipment and amenities, this would be worth the tag, but for now, it's not. I canceled my membership thinking that it would allow me to finish out my month, but it didn't. If you have extra money to blow, save it...

Of the limited fitness options in Georgetown, Elite is the place to go. They have a large variety…read moreof fitness equipment and all group fitness classes are included in your membership. A new expansion just completed in September 2019 to add a functional fitness area in the back as well. Not only is it the best fitness option but the price is very reasonable. There are a couple of reasons for taking away a star though. Through no fault of their own, it can be VERY crowded if you plan to go around 4:30-7 as that is when most of the after work crowd is there. Some of the equipment needs to be better maintained, particularly the spin bikes. If you are someone who is very regimented, be aware that the group fitness schedule changes regularly. That can also be a good thing though to change up your activities.

I travel a lot for work but this is by far the best gym I've gone to. Tons of killers but also…read moregreat people that train there. Everyone is very welcoming and are all there to get better and encourage others to get better as well. The coaches there really implement a certain level of attitude as well as discipline for the gym and that's what separates this gym from all the other ones. If there were more stars I could give I would. If you trained before or just want to give it a try there's no other gym I'd say to check out but this one.

I recently visited Lexington Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness for a seminar they hosted featuring Emily Kwok…read more This facility is very clean and bright and the owners were very welcoming. The bathrooms are much fancier than most gyms I've seen although the men's is much larger than the women's which leads me to believe that their regular student population is more male heavy than the crowd at the seminar was which drew a lot of women. Not a negative just something to be aware of. They have a very nice large training floor and plenty of benches and hooks to leave personal belongings. Over all I enjoyed the seminar quite a lot and if I'm in the area again I would definitely consider stopping in for a regular class.

This is such a great branch! Clean, with new machines, open space, and so many amenities! Friendly…read morestaff and easy to park here as well. The pickleball courts are new and a great feature.

Did a Pickleball Clinic with the director Shana Harris she helped me improve my skills I can now…read morehold my own on the courts. Thanks Shana She teaches classes for every level even if you dont know anything about the game. Call the YMCA at (859) 258-9622 ask for Shanna Harris Pickleball Director Linda Rubino player

As a University of Kentucky student myself this recreational center is a great space to be at and…read morevery accessible with their open hours. The gym has loads of equipment for all different types of training like free weights, treadmills, machines, and is spaced out fairly well. The only downside with the gym is sometimes it will get too busy and there will be a wait time for machines, but there's loads of different variations if you need them, other than that it is amazing. The recreational center has more than the gym itself, it also has exercise class rooms like cycling and zumba, multiple basketball courts, an indoor track, and even a rock climbing wall with staff to help newcomers. Overall this center has something for everyone and I have personally loved my experiences here. I would positively recommend this space to anyone looking to meet new people or just fill time in your day.

As a college student at the University of Kentucky, the Johnson Center is one of the places I spend…read moremost of my time. It's a great way to get my head off the stresses from school and meet new people who have similar interests to myself. The faculty have all been nice from what I've seen and interacted with. It's mostly college students here at Kentucky. Most of the negative online reviews focus on the gym's layout, which is next to the basketball courts, and I would have to agree that this is probably the gym's weakest point. I don't like that there are two floors to the gym and that it is so crowded. But if you go at the right time, I'm sure it's similar to every gym. Other than that, there aren't many negative things I could say about it. I've enjoyed my experiences so far and plan to keep going to the Johnson Center in the future.

I was in town this past week and needed a place to get a lift in early Sunday morning, so I started…read morelooking for a gym that offered a day pass. I reached out to KYnesis, and within minutes I was connected directly with Bryson--the owner himself. TALK ABOUT PERSONALIZED SERVICE. I showed up around 6 a.m., and the place was nearly empty except for one trainer (Patrick) working with a client. Right away, I could tell this wasn't just another gym. WHAT A FACILITY. I was blown away by the cleanliness, the layout, the equipment selection, and honestly the overall vibe. The hospitality was next-level. It felt like walking into a place where people genuinely care about what they're building and who they're serving. If I were still in collegiate athletics, I wouldn't want to train anywhere else. Whether you're a competitive athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone just trying to get better every day, I'd recommend KYnesis without hesitation. They made me feel incredibly welcome from the moment I walked in. Bryson--you're clearly an exceptional business owner and leader. I'm grateful for the experience and looking forward to stopping by again next time I'm in town.

Great place to bring kids for indoor fun, especially on a really cold winter day or even on a super…read morehot summer day. Urban Ninja Project is also very affordable, as $5 buys you access to most of the facility. Additionally, the drinks are reasonable, as $1 will buy you a Dasani. And, after about a half hour, your kids are going to need one. We had been to the older facility for a birthday party, and the newer facility is much larger with ample parking. I think the different sections could use some signage, however, letting you know how to use and utilize each area. Kids are just running around trying to figure this out, which is ok, but why not let them know where to start, where to end, and what to do? The only other issue to keep in mind are the strange hours. It's open 4:00 to 8:00 daily.

Don't take your kid unless you want them to get hurt. A local surgery center told us that Urban…read moreNinja keeps them busy and the night we were at the ER, 5 other kids were there with injuries from this place. Such a dirty, nasty place and the worker was rude to us. Won't be back!

Jamal Mohammed is one of the best instructors out there. From youth to adult, he can help you get…read moreto where you need to be. Highly recommended gym.

Fantastic group of people. We were traveling from out of state for a few weeks and wanted a place…read morethe kids could keep up in their jiu Jitsu. When I reached out to them they were quick to get back to me and kind enough to let us drop in for a couple of weeks. Everyone was so welcoming and kind. We can't wait to go back when we visit again. We came for jiu Jitsu but they offer a few options for martial arts and are an all around awesome community to be a part of of. So grateful for everyone there! Highly recommend for anyone looking for jiu Jitsu or martial arts.