"I've been to fitness loft several times as a classpasser. I really love it and if I didn't pay for classpass I would consider joining monthly! Maybe one day...I've been to plenty of gyms in my day and this one does it right:-the class I go to is motivating and welcoming - spacious, plenty of equipment in good shape - clean!!!! Wipes and hand sanitizer on hand!- key code lockers- a true holistic approach with healthy eating recipes posted and events planned- they recycle and have bins. Love this!- it doesn't smell (ha!) and it's sunny inside :-)- parking is free - alchemy, the juice and healthy eating cafe, is the bomb.com (see precious post)"
"I work at Nationwide downtown and we have a wellness center that employees may use free of charge. For one week last year, our locker rooms were closed for renovation (i.e. new carpet), so we were offered a week's free pass at Arena District Athletic Club or another gym downtown (don't remember the name). I chose to use the pass here. I walked down every day to use their facilities. I loved it. The locker rooms are spa-like, the cardio machines have attached tv's (I know other gyms have this too but we have to share the tv's on the wall at our work gym). They offer free use of headsets, towels, water, and even free coffee (great for my walk back to work). I wish I could go here every day, but cannot justify the cost since I pay nothing to work out at work gym. There wasn't even pressure to buy a membership. The staff was always friendly, and it wasn't crowded (10-10:45 am).I highly recommend."
"The Spot Athletics is in no way your regular gym. If you are looking for a bunch of treadmills and stationary bikes you are not looking at the right place. If you are looking for athletic training and serious about getting into shape then this is the place for you. I'll be 100% honest you will be pushed and you will ache and be sore but the result are worth it. The staff is amazing they truly know what they are doing they will guide you the whole way through on how to properly lift and use the equipment. They stress form not only for results but for safety. Age and current fitness is no excuse I started here at 44 years old and almost 300 lbs and I see clients who are in their 60's and some as young as 8 maybe 9 years old. I have not only witnesses my own transformation but that of many others. If you choose to come to The Spot Athletics you won't regret it however you might be a little sore but hey like they say no pain no gain."
"I hate the gym.It isn't their fault. I just hate working out and being at gyms in general. But, since finding Go Fitness I can at least say that I DO now go to a gym. Memberships run around $40 a month (they have a few options). With a basic membership you get access to tier 1 & 2 classes for free -- think yoga, conditioning aerobics, things like that. You can pay for passes to the tougher classes like spinning. Plus, with each membership you get a free 30 minute session once a month with a trainer to do whatever you'd like. You can have a workout, figure out a nutritional plan with them, get a body measurement & analysis, learn how to properly use foam rollers for stretching, etc. They also offer specials, education sessions and fun activities throughout the month so you can always switch things up and keep it interesting. I started out with a basic membership and still had a tough time motivating myself to go even though the small, casual atmosphere is much less intimidating than one of those big-box gyms. So, I bit the bullet and opted for a Personal Trainer. This definitely multiplies my monthly cost, but it has been well worth it. My trainer is able to keep me accountable and it's perfect for me because I can just mentally black out while I'm there and do whatever he tells me to do. The gym itself is relatively small, with a cardio room (15 machines maybe?), weight/strength training room and a back room that is used for classes but can also be used during off times. But, even on busier days, every time I've been there I've been able to use exactly what I wanted. They even have a little smoothie station at the front desk (I have yet to try).Nothing is shiny or new anymore and admittedly it could use a bit of a deep clean. But, for the first time in my adult life I have found a gym (and a trainer) that keeps me coming back. And that is quite a feat. P.S. If you're interested in joining, go visit before purchasing the Yelp deal. When I joined, their sign-up benefits were better than the Yelp offer and I wasn't able to use both. Luckily Yelp refunded me!"
Aaron M.
Apr 23, 2018
I've been to this gym a lot more. And I have no choice but to bump it up to 5 stars. My biggest thing on my initial review was the amount of equipment. I still think they could use a couple more machines. However I am still getting in my full workout. I do have to get a little more creative and step outta my normal routines and excesses a little. But it's not a hassle or take away from my workouts. I still work all my muscles and muscle groups just fine. And with everything else they offer I HAVE to give them a full 5. Everyone in here is friendly and courteous, No loud people who scream for attention or anything like that. Nice and quiet and efficient. 5 stars.**ORIGINAL REVIEW**I'm always down for s good gym sesh. I always find myself in the gym at least 4-6 days a week. So i like to think I take this stuff serious. So I've been at the fitness loft a couple of times now, and I can say that it is a very nice gym.They have very nice equipment and some of there stuff you won't find in other gyms, for instance on the leg extension machines they have like little led screens that count your reps, this is the first place I've seen anything like that. It's not nothing to major but it's the little things that count. All there machines are well kept and the floor is always neat with not a lot of loose weights floating around. They offer classes and even offer a virtual reality class when you workout. It's pretty cool and different.Another thing great about this place is that it is never too busy. You should rarely find yourself waiting for any machine or any bench. That is one of my favorite parts. There are a lot of gyms where you can be waiting for a squat rack for days it feels like. Not here! It's the perfect amount of traffic. Their locke rooms are very clean and well kept as well. You don't have to worry about any weird or nasty smells. They do a good job with keeping everything sanitary. And every locker has a keypad for locking away your belongings, which is wonderful. Now to the only reason I can't give it a full 5 stars. Even though their equipment is very nice and clean and better than any gyms I've been too. There just isn't enough. I found myself not being able to get my full chest workout in, because they didn't have a decline bench. And i would think that that would be a no brained to have in the gym. Also there is some equipment you would need to finish other workouts as well that you would maybe expect a gym to have. But honestly this doesn't bother me as much because of what they do have to offer and how maintained it is makes up for their shortcoming in this department. The place is set up very nice. It sits on top of Alchemy which is a like a health juice bar/ restraint thing. Then the whole building is basically lit by natural lighting which is very nice. None of those intense bright lights beaming down on you at all times. They have some cardio equipment downstairs and upstairs, the equipment downstairs is overlooking Parsons ave and a nice view while getting your sweat on. I like this gym a lot. They have something for everyone and is very clean. You have enough things to get most of your routines in with only a couple things missing as stated above. I would for-sure recommend this gym to anyone. If you know someone who goes here. See if you can use their guest pass. You won't be disappoint. Read less
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Jess S.
Jun 18, 2013
Let's start with the facts: Arena District Athletic Club may have turned me into a gym rat.I come here at least three times a week (in addition to outdoor workouts) for classes and strength training. They have top of the line equipment, and though this gym is small, it has everything you might need and more (with the exception of a pool). I know a lot of people take advantage of their frequent spinning classes and great instructors. Personally I come here for Lara Falberg's yoga classes (6:15 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and 11:45 a.m. on Tuesdays - this has been her schedule for a while now) and to get better at strength training interval workouts on my own. There's also a ton of fun stuff here, like a boxing bag, TRX equipment, abmats, Bosu balls, and more.I like that most everyone keeps to themselves and I never feel like I'm trying to be sold on things. Arena District gives a higher-end boutique gym feel than a lot of places that frequently slash their prices.Another big plus is that you don't even need to pack your gym bag for post-workout showering. They have the staples (shampoo, condition, body wash, etc.) - but also hair dryers, curling irons/flat irons, toothbrushes, shaving cream/razors, and deodorant.If you're in the market for a new gym and you're looking in the downtown area, check out ADAC. (They also offer free parking for gym use.)
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Theresa M.
Nov 14, 2017
Pros: not a typical gym! A trainer is with you every session. Great workouts. Variety of classes. Several trainers. Knowledgeable staff. Very friendly and down to earth. Affordable. Free 30 day trial! Cons: schedule is wonky. Review: I found this place many months ago and signed up. I loved my 30 day trial, but being a mom of 4, finding a good time to go is super hard. I either have to go at 5am or at 7pm. I have a 10 month old and 3 older kids who are in school. Even if I have someone to stay with the baby in the afternoon, The Spot is closed. There is a large gap of time in the middle of the day that the gym isn't open to the public, which really hurts my ability to go. I am going to suspend my membership because of that reason alone. But if you can make the schedule work, this place is the best I've found!
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Adam L.
Jul 12, 2012
This gym is the best, absolutely best gym I've ever been a part of.1. It's not Urban Active and isn't filled with pretentious d-bags who spent an hour getting ready to go workout. This gym isn't filled with girls in spandex who did their makeup before hitting the gym. This is real people, doing real work. 2. A monthly personal-training consultation is part of your membership fee. Each month, you can work with a trainer in a wide variety of ways. 3. It's low traffic. Unless you go between 4:30pm & 6p, you're not going to be running into people. It's doesn't feel crowded. 4. Great service. Their staff is always smiling and quick to give some help. I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend GO Fitness!
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Donna O.
Feb 20, 2021
I re-joined the YMCA after gyms re-opened in the fall and have been making my way around to the different branches to take classes and get workouts in. Gahanna has done a good job balancing social distancing in their classes and allowing the maximum amount of access to workout spaces. There are plenty of spray bottles of cleaning solution and paper towels, and hand sanitizer available throughout the facility.If you're looking to get back into group exercise, the Gahanna Y has plenty of classes throughout the week, great for those of us who have missed group exercise over the past year. It's easy to sign up on the website and reserve a space, which eases my mind that I won't be walking into a crowded, not-distanced class - the floor stickers help keep everyone set apart from each other. Although I wear my mask during my workouts, I have felt confident the Y is keeping everyone as safe as possible.
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David Z.
Nov 27, 2012
The Capital Club is right in the middle of downtown Columbus. It has a bar and dining room on the first floor and a gym on the second floor. It is connected to the Doubletree Hotel and allows guests to use the gym at no charge, and so this is a review of the gym.As gyms go, the Capital Club has a complete set of machines, a few treadmills, a full set of weights, and a squash room. The equipment is quite dated, compared to a place like 24 Hour Fitness; but compared to hotel gyms, this is the largest I've ever seen.In the evenings, there are only a dozen people here, and so it is a nice and relaxing place to finish the day with a workout. Again, the equipment isn't all that great, but at a cost of nothing (for Doubletree guests), it's a decent gym.
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"My family went to the Y all the time when I was a kid (not this one.) Sweetie has been a member here for awhile, and she and her mom often go to exercise classes here. I had avoided it, having previously gone to the rec center at my work which is super cheap. But Baby K needed a place to swim, and this works out well.We went as guests of Sweetie, cheaper for what we're doing than getting a family membership. And we will eventually sign up for swim classes, still cheaper to do than joining, and cheaper than swim schools elsewhere. We went on a weekday afternoon; I'm sure it's busy on the weekends but it was just fine for us- some other swimmers, people working out, etc., but no crowds.The pool is great, with marked lanes, a large wading area and steps, diving boards, a slide, etc. Also a hot tub and a therapy pool. We bounced and splashed, etc. I swam a little on my own. The locker rooms are great, with many showers, swimsuit dryer, etc. And we also used the family changing rooms just outside.Everything is clean and seems new, though I know this has been here awhile. Staff were super friendly and helpful. There are exercise areas, basketball courts, there's a place for daycare, etc., etc. I was very impressed. It's big but not huge. Parking is ample. Prices are reasonable compared to exercise clubs.50 years after my first experiences with them, the Y is still a community asset."
"My boss took another co-worker and me to lunch here the other day. If The Stanely Hotel from The Shining was envisioned as a restaurant - this would be the place. Tall ceilings, proper silverware, really old waitresses. The dining area was filled with old fat business men wearing glasses and reading newspapers. Real Republican, out-dated vibe. The food was okay. I ordered the fish sandwich and it tasted just like a fish sandwich - nothing special. I don't think I'll ever come back, it's just an "old money" kind of place. Not my definition of a classy or romantic place either."