Stumbled upon this gem while getting barbell to build out my home gym, just moved into the…read moreneighboring town. Went in to pick up a used barbell and was greeted by a friendly face at the reception area, Gina the owner. As we were walking to where the barbell was, I was a bit (well actually a lot) in awe, having only been to the big box gyms in NYC which doesn't have the space The Pit does. Walking back to the front, she explained that the gym was a bit quiet because a lot of members was recouping from a USPA powerlifting event they just hosted and preparing for another powerlifting event the following week. After leaving the barbell in the front, she showed me the other side of the gym, the equipment area...beauty at it's rawest form, all the right equipment all without the need for fancy technology. She introduced me to a couple of members (who was competing the following weekend) and the Cryoden NJ owner, Karen, who is also a Masters 2 powerlifter and just competed in the USPA event. I will write a review on Cryoden, once I get my first session in. Gina unknowingly sold me a membership even without having to even sell me a membership. I guess I can use the home gym for my early morning/late night workouts and go to The Pit during the weekends. Gina, Karen and I talked a bit more and I asked about their rates, which basically had my jaw drop to the floor. I had told them the reason for to build out my own home gym, which was because of my hours with home life, work, the commute and how I prefer to get my workouts in early morning and said maybe I'll join just to go in on the weekends because of my hours. Their response...the gym is open 24 hrs. Ding Ding Ding!!! SOLD Join the gym when I got home without even having using a day pass to try it out. Finally got to get a workout in this past weekend and the atmosphere was absolutely AMAZING! Since I haven't been to a gym for about 3 months, I walked in feeling small and weak looking at all the people/members there who looks big, buff and/ or athletic (guys and girls), but I walked out feeling like an equal. There is definitely no shortness of camaraderie and friendliness there. Those in the neighborhood should definitely drop by.

Great place good food and drinks fun ambience can get a little loud .... But not to badread more

This place was revitalized. It used to be the gym on the former US Army Fort Monmouth. They did an…read moreexcellent job renovating and updating the place. Too bad they didn't save the pool. The general workout area is clean & huge. It can be a little intimidating. But they have great group fitness rooms such as a spin studio that's tiered. There is another workout area that's smaller and less intimidating. I give kudos to the idea of allowing local businesses advertise on the TV panels in various areas. The juice bar is good too with various protein drinks. They have pickleball courts that double as basket ball courts. Hopefully they will expand a little more and add the pool. Then it would be a well rounded health & wellness center of the 21st century.

Very limited equipment for the cost. One leg extension machine, the preacher curls face people on…read morethe stair climber -essentially staring at their backsides. Even after repeated attempts to explain we need mirrors for these excercises - fell on deaf ears or the people who run the gym simply don't understand! There is limited cable machines utilized my one or two members and again asked for me cables - management simply didn't understand. Organization of equipment is mismatched again management of gym doesn't understand. Simply just not a gym worth the cost

Too many people sitting at machines, looking at their phones instead of working out…read more Recumbent bike at end near front windows- "Distance" digit module needs replacement. Too many game shows on TVs, not enough news.

A very cozy atmosphere, polite staff, it's all you need to feel that you're part of a civilized…read moresociety. Thank you!

This is not your typical small/non franchise gym, they treat everyone here like family and you feel…read moreit the second you walk through the open overhead garage door. Their slogan is "Always clean. Never crowded." and I have never heard of a slogan for a business to hold more true. The place is immaculate! The floors and all of the equipment are spotless! You could eat off the floors in this place. They have everything you need and it doesn't feel like your typical small gym where people are pushing you or have you on a regime. You can workout at your own pace or take part in a class, whatever fits your needs. There has never been more than two other people in there working out at the same time as me so you just feel like you can let loose and breath freely. Amenities are great as well, shower rooms, bathroom and lockers are always super clean and tidy. Definitely recommend checking out the garage if you want to switch up your average gym routine!

From the owner: A private gym built for good people. Membership is capped and application-based so it stays clean…read moreand never over crowded. Train on your schedule, 24/7. Apply at thegaragegym.co.

I cancelled my membership, in person, mere hours after the first of the month deadline. The…read moreAtlantic Club "wellness coordinator" said this wouldn't be a problem, so I joined another gym. I got stuck paying two gym fees at the same time because Atlantic Club lied about giving me a few hours grace. I would not have joined another gym if the rep had been honest in the first place. When I saw the charge on my credit card, I called the gym. According to the membership rep, no one should have told me that the computer system could be changed. There was one person who had authority to change the computer system and that was Kevin McHugh-COO of Genesis Health System. I have emailed Kevin McHugh four times and only once did he get back to me to tell me he would get back to me. The Atlantic Club passes the buck and hopes you forget that you've paid them any money. I have not forgotten. I have tried in good faith to discuss this with them. They have my money; they no longer wish to speak with me. Consider this before you give them your credit card number.

lots of potential on paper but guests in this facility make it impossible to come here. people have…read moreno courtesy. noone is aware of their space and everyone this they're home, my locker has been attempted to be open by gd knows who, people take your equipment. no parking and always fights in the lot. they are def way over capacity and the level of ghetto trash guests is really bad. maybe diff locations appeal to different people.

Just wanted to pop in here and give a shout-out to Rock Sports Club and their quality classes. I've…read moretaken various classes from cardio conditioning to TRX with Gigi White and Laurie Williams. Both are not only very good at what they do and how they create their workouts, but are very warm and welcoming. I also love that their classes seem to be frequented by people of all ages and workout capabilities.

I put this on the RetroFitness Facebook site. I want to…read morecommend RetroFitness for their dedication and integrity when dealing with the pandemic. They stopped charging as soon as they closed. My trainer Melanie has kept in touch training on Zoom free of charge. Today, I went to the Forest Hills site where I participate and was given a welcome back bag and so this is the new look for working out in the parking lot with masks and the parking spots are at least 7'x 10 so we are socially distanced correctly. I am very happy to be back. Wonderful service RETROFITNESS!!! Thank you!! IMG_7808.png

The Administration is awful. Be careful of their "no commitment" ad…read more I initially joined a very long time ago, and canceled shortly thereafter. I recently learned that they were still billing me, and charging my credit card that they have on file

I love this place. My wife and I have been members since 2011 & 2012 respectively. We've brought a…read morebunch of friends who have all remained members. Greg Carbone is a fantastic guy and has built a wonderful environment filled with positivity and amazingly supportive people. The trainers are awesome and they encourage and inspire you to challenge yourself and get the most out of your workouts. It is truly a highlight of my day and I really look forward to going to see my Carbone family.

I had been looking for a few months to find the right fit for me. After losing a bunch of weight…read moreand competing, I had gotten into a slump until I met Greg at Carbone. He and his trainers (Ron & Sean) have turned things around for me again. I have found a new home here. The gym is clean, updated and the members are super friendly. I love the atmosphere here. If your just starting out or are an athlete this is the place for you!

Getting in my pump before Yelp Staycation weekend event partying commences. Thanks for the free…read moreadmission Yelp! Smaller Gold's Gym located in Pier Village. Nice selection of equipment, free weights, cardio, racks, dumbbells, and machines. The facility itself is not overly huge, but it is packed with enough equipment to get in a great workout. Also offers all types of classes - yoga, boot camp, zumba, pilates, etc. Decent hours. Located right across the street from the Ocean Place resort. Everything is sparkling clean and well maintained including the locker room. There is also a staff of top-notch trainers on hand and helpful employees. Nice cafe area too to grab a protein smoothie after your workout. The normal daily pass for visitors is a bit steep though at $20 a day, and when I asked they offered a multi day pass deal if doing a 2 or 3 day weekend here they said no, only a weekly pass. As with everything in this tourist village where prices are inflated the same goes here. Just surprised they don't work out special rate deals for those staying at Ocean Place next door. It's a missed opportunity. Overall, had a good workout, and the beach location was a plus, along with the free pass from Yelp made it even better.

Spent $$ on a useless fire and ice room no one uses. Equipment has not been updated in decades…read more And the ceiling paint job was done by a blind person. Oh. Monthly rates went up too. Avoid

I've been a day one member at Life Time Fitness Middletown, joining when the doors first opened --…read moreback when the gym didn't even have its liquor license or reliable electricity. That's why it's frustrating to see the direction things have gone less than a year later. For a gym of this size and caliber, the sauna and steam room are shockingly small. They feel like an afterthought compared to the massive footprint of the rest of the facility, and it's disappointing considering how much members are paying. What stings even more is being hit with a $75 per member increase in under a year. As someone who supported the gym from day one, it feels like loyalty isn't valued -- instead, members are left to absorb constant price hikes. Life Time has the potential to be the premier club in the area, but issues like these make it hard to justify the cost.

This place is truly great. If you have kids and want to work out you can't beat it. Wish there were…read morelittle less members the place is packed on certain days.