I am a member of Club H fitness since six months, availed the yearly membership on 18th of May,2013 at 60 Columbus Drive, Jersey City.Now it has changed to Base. I had spoken to a representative during my membership process and he had told me about a clause that if due to some genuine reason I had to relocate 25 miles away from this location, then apart from deducting the cancellation fee, the rest of my membership amount would be refunded back for the further remaining months. Now I have moved to Connecticut for my husband's work and I had submitted a proof of the same to them on 16th of August,2013 but the management there which has now changed to Base Fitness is reluctant in admitting the clause for refund I just mentioned above.I kept on following up with them but since there was no positive response I moved and did not cancel my membership then as I wanted to get this thing clarified before cancellation. Secondly, I spoke to my friends in my group who went to the club, they said even another representative of Club H had spoken about the same clause to them when they were interested in joining the gym. I tried speaking to the Club H fitness Membership Ad-visor, now a part of Base who too agreed that since I was verbally told about the refund process it should have been done and even told my friends that I would get back my money, and I also spoke to the CFO of Club H fitness, who was referred by the membership adviser and sought their help to settle the dispute, but he didn't reply back or attended my calls after I spoke to him once.The refund clause was one of the reasons on why we went for the annual membership by paying an one time payment. Base fitness which has now overtook Club H fitness were ready to cancel my membership without any refund and being completely insensitive and inconsiderate.Since now they take over from where Club H fitness left, it should be their responsibility to honor the commitments made by Club H. I have my contract and receipt with me.Its a pathetic experience while following up with them. read more

Great gym! Super clean, amazing class options and friendly staff. It's definitely a fun community and they always have fun events for networking. Would definitely recommend for anyone in the area! read more

I'm a current member at Base and just wanted to take a moment to say how much I love this gym! I primarily take the group fitness classes but the cardio and weights equipment is also top notch. There are plenty of machines- I never need to wait for what I want to use. Also love that there is a significant amount of space for stretching and floor work- many gyms overlook this. The locker room facilities are also very clean and have everything you would need to freshen up after a work out. There is also a smoothie/juice bar if you need to grab a quick pick me up. All the group classes I have taken are pretty solid but I would like to gush specifically about Sweat & Surrender class with Dawn on Tuesdays and Sunday's. I travel a lot for work so I am always working out at different gyms and studios (including FlyWheel, Soul Cycle, Equinox, Peloton- to name a few) NOTHING compares to this fabulous class with Dawn! It is a spin class that incorporates ab and arm workouts on the bike and immediately after 30 minutes of feel good stretchy yoga- perfect combo! I feel so amazing after this class! She is also energetic and encouraging in the most genuine way. And she loves 80s music- huge plus in my book! The management really cares about members opinions- if you have feedback they always seem to do what they can to address it. Also they have an app that shows the weekly group classes and notifies you when there are special events at the gym. I'm an app geek so this is super helpful for me. So happy this place is close to my home! read more

Very very happy I joined Base. I was a member back in the Club H days 5-6 years ago. Not much has changed in terms of the positives. I see a lot of the same trainers/staff and some new faces as well. Everyone has been super friendly - especially Janet, who works the front in the morning. She is just so sweet! I haven't tried any classes or anything, but would like to see if the spinning classes are as good as they once were. Looks like Robert is still an instructor....which is awesome because he used to be the best. They just don't have a lot of options for spin in the morning. The prices are very reasonable and everything is super clean. I also haven't encountered any douches (yet) - MAJOR PLUS. read more

Base. How low can you go? Death row, what a brother knows Once again, back is the incredible Rhyme animal The uncannable D, Louis R The Number One Five-O said, "Freeze!" and I got numb Can I tell 'em that I never really had to run? But it's the wax that the Terminator X spun. Great place to hang out and pretend to lift weights and exercise, while eye-ballin the hotties all around you. Seriously, what this spot is, is a downtown JC chic "gym" to pick up chicks and bros. Its just like the "gyms" at the monster hotels out in Vegas...where you get an ice-cold towel in case you sweat (god forbid you sweat) while on the elliptical machine. But...I ain't hatin, it is what it is. Try it. You'll see what I mean. This used to be Club H, back in the early JC years. read more

I've been going here for about 5 months now, and I have to say I'm very happy with it. The atmosphere is very nice, the equipment is well kept and clean, and the staff are friendly. It has never been too packed when I've been there, perhaps because there are so many different areas of the gym. Aside from the main weights section, there is a machine area, a room for classes, a room with tires, ropes, and that sort of equipment, a spin studio, and a yoga / mind & body studio. Most of the second floor is dedicated to cardio equipment, of which they have pretty much any machine you can think of. They just recently opened "BaseBody" as well, which is their in-house massage studio. The locker rooms are nice, with steam rooms, saunas, showers, and complimentary lockers. As far as cons, the first I'd say is that the juice bar is quite expensive. The only other problem I've come across is that there aren't many weight benches by the dumbbells, so they are almost always taken. I think that a couple more could definitely be squeezed in. Overall, I'm very happy with Base and think I found the best gym in downtown Jersey City. read more

I just joined Base gym today, I used my free trial about a week ago on the same day that I received a tour by Erin who was welcoming and made me feel at home! The tour was great and I had the opportunity to use the January specials so I told her that I might sign up after my workout. She was not pushy and was happy to see me go for my trial workout after we spoke. The next day, I received an email from Erin asking how my workout was and I told her that I would be coming in to sign up for the 6 month prepaid plan. Today I went in to sign up, It was quick and easy and the staff is great. the bathrooms are clean and beautiful. I went in to the gym at a peak time for my trial (after work weekday - 6-7:30) which was not overly packed with people like I expected. Today there were much less people. The gym is clean, beautiful and there are many amenities including equipment wipes, towel service, water, mouthwash, saunas, I could go on. There is also free wifi and a great app. I am looking forward to taking my first class. All of the staff is great including Cesar ! He was very nice to me and spoke to me about the 2 include training sessions and was very funny . Overall the gym is bright, the staff is great and appreciative and a fun atmosphere. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE! Nothing but positive things to say about this gym. Tons of cardio equipment, three squat racks!!, multiple cable towers. Haven't ever had to wait for equipment. Staff and gym-goers are friendly. Lots of group fitness class time options. Really gets the fifth star for having the little things - free coffee to fuel those AM workouts, refrigerated damp eucalyptus towels for post-cardio, plastic bags for sweaty clothes in the locker rooms, lotion/razors/qtips. They've thought of everything!! read more

Let me make this perfectly clear: I HATE working out. Hate it. But considering that I'm only 5'3 and have the appetite of a sumo wrestler, I have to hop on a treadmill once in a while. I visited Base gym earlier this year and was impressed with the space and the class offerings, but I was scared off by the prices, which seemed pretty steep for me. I recently came back to Base after coming across a $0 enrollment fee that Yelp Fit Club was promoting (Thanks, Yelp!), and I signed up for the No Commitment month-to-month plan. After being at Base for about a month, I can say that I'm happy with my membership so far. With several classes offered, you can find me enjoying Spin and Zumba classes throughout the week. If I'm not in a class, you'll find me sweating my butt off on their fancy shmancy cardio machines, which are well maintained. I also enjoy how friendly the staff is. Again, I hope they'll consider lowering their membership costs - even slightly - in the future, But, then again, I guess the price is reflective of most gyms in the downtown JC area. read more

I like the gym, but it's too expensive. Don't unsubscribe to their weekly newsletter email. If you do, you won't get notice regarding monthly rate increases. read more

There aren't many gyms around Jersey City that is worth the price or has a great atmosphere but Base is that Gym. Having lived in NYC for more than 12 years and being able to go to Equinox was great and when I moved to JC, there wasn't many options. It started out as Club H and it all went down hill but now with new owners and some amazing staff (Jenn Parker, the new Director of Fitness) and the trainers that stayed (Paul V is one my the best), Base is the GO to Gym. They are working quickly to fix all the issues from new spin bikes and trend mills to introducing BASE CAMP (Think Crossfit) to the yummy shakes at Base Bar. More and more classes are being added, if you have the opportunity to do personal training, (treat yourself and do it). Overall, really glad Base is here, it helps elevate Downtown Jersey City and it continues to grow. read more

Solid gym. They have a variety of weight machines, cardio equipment and free weights. A vast majority of the time, even during peak times, you will not have to wait for any of the equipment. As far as cardio machines, there is a variety of equipment and a bunch of them. I have never waited for a treadmill. Furthermore, the machines are well-maintained and I've never seen a machine out of commission for an unreasonable length of time. As far as the customer experience, I have only had a great experience. I'm usually greeted at the door and on my way out. I would highlight, however, this really should not make much of a difference in a gym review--I hope the focus is getting in a solid workout and having all the equipment necessary to do so. I'm not sure how a failure to greet effects ones workout. And finally, the price is quite reasonable for the area and what you're getting. read more

So now I have been a member for a couple of months and so far the lunch classe I enjoyed the most was a yoga class with Jeffrey I think his name is. I'm not a serious yogi but some of the people in the class seemed pretty advanced so I think its considered a good class. I tried a spin class and did not feel like I got much out of it. My cycling shoes have delta clips and these use SPD so I did the class with regular sneakers. The music selection was good at least but I didn't really work up a sweat. I tried the Barre class on Friday and I will say it is ...uh maybe loosely inspred by Barre. It didn't really feel like a studio barre class..more like a cardio with a little barre flavor? Also...they do have some cold pressed juices offered at the snack bar but its mostly smoothies more like jamba juice style. The one thing that I do LOVE about this gym is Base Body the massage studio. I see Amy once a month and she is amazing...and you really cannot beat the price. Actually...if I can still get Base Body services without being a member I will probably cute the monthly gym membership. Hope this helps. read more

Absolutely love this gym. It's pricey compared to the LA Fitness membership I had when I used to live in the burbs but it's totally worth it. The gym is always immaculate. They provide towels and toiletries. They even have free wifi! read more

This is my second update for BASE because the new owners have turned it around. This gym no longer resembles the sad state it once was in, I think the only components from the previous iteration are the staff, trainers, and instructors - all of whom (the ones still here, anyway) were always great. Beyond the facility repairs and the new equipment, they're continually refreshing their classes and engaging the members with tips/newsletters/events to keep everyone involved. If there was a downside to all this it's that there are now more people in the gym but that just means that the improvements have worked and the improved BASE is here to stay. With all of the class choices and equipment options it never feels crowded and you never have to wait to get your workout in. read more

THE GOOD: GREAT NEW MANAGEMENT - Place has really turned around! Incredibly HELPFUL and SMILING employees! PROFESSIONAL, COURTEOUS and KNOWLEDGEABLE personal trainers! EXCELLENT array of CLASSES for Core, Yoga, Fitness, Strength! a well stocked (but unfortunately hidden) JUICE BAR with a GOOD VARIETY! CONSTANTLY maintained Machines!! THE BAD: UNACCEPTABLE AIR FLOW FOR CARDIO UPSTAIRS :( (come on guys!!! you are soooo close to 5 stars from me. It's such a drag to work out without air circulation, and now that the weather is warmer - its starting to smell like sweaty bodies upstairs. The Good news : You already have AC!! But it just floats over the head of all the ellipticals.. 3 LARGE 30 inch Pedestal fans from Global industries (http://bit.ly/1nWDKWD) and YOU are done! It doesn't take much circulation to fix the problem. Other gyms use them. YOU CAN DO IT!! OVERALL : AWESOME. read more

Please consider washing your shower heads. There is a terrible hard-water stain build up that can be easily cleaned with vinegar. I am sure that it is an affordable cleaning solution considering the membership fees that are being paid. On the same note, luxury memberships should also include luxury customer service. At the rate that you are charging members, there should be no reason the amenities should close before standard operating hours. There should NOT be a cut off time to user the showers. Surely, the extravagant cost will cover your hourly employees pay rate to stay past closing time. Also, based on your "we are not responsible for your personal belongings/theft policy" encouraging members to lock their belongings, perhaps you shouldn't allow members to open over a dozen lockers because they "forgot" which locker was theirs. Perhaps a member should have 1-3 attempts to find their locker and then verify that their belongings are in fact theirs. Otherwise, anyone can conveniently forget their locker and open a better one. read more

Big improvements now that the former owners have left and the gym was renamed. Comparable now to the some of the higher end gyms. Some really engaging classes and although I've never used it they finished a cross fit area and the juice bar and spa services are back in operation. Showers are the best part, spacious and a steam room. Sure beats showering at home before heading to work. read more

I go here only for their juice bar, and energy drinks. It's within walking distance from my apartment. I like the fact that you do not have to be a member in order to access their juice bar and healthy snacks. They have inside and outside seating as well a friendly staff. The gym itself is very spacious with and open floor plan. Its a great way to start your day. read more

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Love this gym. Come here from the bronx to work out with my partner in crime. The environment is so comfortable and your workout could have not been in a better place than this. Hopefully I'll be here more. I really enjoy coming here. read more

I have been a member of this gym since 2016 and I like it here. I haven't really tried the classes yet , but so far it has been good and pretty motivating for me to get my spirits high. It gets really crowded in early morning and evenings after 6. Sometimes , catching up on some machines to do cardio takes some time. But the only thing which bothers me is the ventilation in the cardio area. It gets little bit dry and quite a heat sometimes. There is a small room to work out in the upstairs , that is a good place to workout if you are doing by yourself , and again little bit of fan would be nice. Of all these , the only thing which I find convenient is the steam and sauna. Sometimes I feel the toilets and showers should have been kept little cleaner. Well, in peak hours , I guess it is difficult for them to maintain too. So far I love it and base keeps my spirits high always!! read more

Amazing facility and staff! I've been a member at Base for the past 5 years since I moved to Jersey City. Hands down the best gym in the area. All of their equipment is kept up to date and they offer an array of group fitness classes throughout the week and day to accommodate anyone's schedule. Sauna's, spa services, and smoothie bar that's open to the public are other great amenities as well. read more

This is my "home" gym and community. I have been a member for over three years now and I always feel at home. The gym is always super clean, well maintained and bright, and it always motivates me when I come. They recently renovated the locker rooms to be even more top notch and spa like but honestly it's the people who make the big difference and why I remain a member. Erin Loizides is amazing because she always provides top notch customer service and even has her own Blog of Happiness newsletter which I love. She always has a smile on her face and is constantly looking to improve the experience of the members. She also occasionally organizes interesting group events for members. It goes a long way to have someone like this at a gym. Cait Giacino is my personal trainer and she is the best. I have been working with her for about 1.5 years now. She always has such a bubbly happy motivating personality and I look forward to our 6am sessions. She mixes up the workouts so I never get bored and my body is always working on a different area during each week. She listens to her clients on what they prefer- for example I love strength training and heavy weights for the first half hour and then base camp/HIIT for the second half hour. I don't have to think and the hour whizzes by because she makes it fun and she has a great personality and knows how to push me. I've seen great results in my body thanks to Cait. She's a living inspiration. I also love Kara Hermes and Ashley Ntansah as instructors. Kara has amazing sculpt and spin classes that keep me going and she works out with you during the classes which is helpful. Kara is a walking gym Barbie who will lead you through a great class lol. Ashley has huge passion in what he does and it shows too. He puts his heart into it. He really owns the base Beast class, is strict/disciplined in a good way and pushes me beyond my barriers and even manages to give individual attention to each class member during each session. He's tough and when he cracks a huge smile at you you feel like you've earned it lol. He's a real inspiration both in and out of the gym and his regulars really respect him and root for him in his competitions (he placed first recently!) Safety is a big focus of his. He always mixes up the classes to make it interesting and plays great music mixes. I always feel exhausted but happy after each class. Finally Dawn Lorentz has an amazing therapeutic yoga class on Saturdays for all levels. I always emerge feeling rested and re energized both physically and mentally. She has such a calming positive presence and manages to make the session your own mental spa session with a lot of gentle poses, stretching and soothing calmness. I must confess my favorite part is the shavasana! Feels like you had a massage after. Overall this gym has a great vibe (both people who work here and the atmosphere/type of people it attracts) and I feel at home! read more

I was a member here and this is my last month as we are moving. I really enjoy this gym for the classes, machines, and cleanliness and will miss it. I'm deducting a star as the online class booking system could be better and it is a steep price to pay, but overall an enjoyable experience. I had no issues with cancelling due to moving. read more

Starting my review on a positive note - love the classes and the instructors! All the dance, spin and strength classes are amazing except for the Wednesday hip hop class (if I were you, I would skip that for sure because I feel the instructor rarely interacts with the class... rather she is more interested in making a video for her Instagram account). What I really hate about this gym is that the management and the front desk are super rude to you. They will never accept their mistake and will justify their rudeness "as a part of their job". One more thing which is a bit annoying is that the weights section in the gym and some of the dance classes (especially vixen ) are always very crowded. read more

This gym is amazing! Staff at the front desk is great. Love the clean facilities and friendly staff! The classes are great best gym in jersey city read more

Just wanted to write a note to Thank my gym, Base gym for suspending payments for memberships during this Covid19 crisis. It is more than admiral and very helpful to everyone who is out of work and struggling. I am sure they have rent payments and costs of their own. So thank you very much! I encourage everyone, when this is over to buy plenty of shakes, t-shirts, spa treatments, and enlist those personal trainers and sign up for those classes to support the folks at BASE for their sacrifices. read more

My favorite gym of all time. They have every type of fitness equipment imaginable! Its a HUGE gym with lots of little features including a sauna in the bathrooms, a café for fresh juices/snacks, a spa, etc.. My favorite thing is the classes that are included in your membership - they have amazing spin classes with great instructors. I think I've tried every instructor and each class has kicked my butt and been amazing. The gym is kept very well and the service is great. They also do random BBQs in the summer sometimes, which is a nice perk. They offer clean towels and cold lemon water and the location is superb (right by the PATH and close to downtown and many of the high rises). Another great perk is that they are open for hours that accommodate to the residents that live in the area (many work long hours and leave early in the morning and get back late evening). No gym compares after this one!! It's a bit more expensive than some gyms but you get what you pay for (plus if you take a few classes, you've already made your money back). read more

I have been going to Base for almost 3 years and it is the best gym I have ever been a member of. It can get a bit crowded at times, and the classes fill up extremely quick, so you have to be on top of signing up and showing up early. But, I have been a member of a lot of gyms, including Equinox, LA Fitness, etc. and nothing is better than Base in my opinion. A few things that make it great: 1. Local/community vibe. People that go to this gym are all local Jersey City residents and I have made so many friends from coming to this gym. They bring in local businesses every now and then and they also do BBQ's and HH's to bring people together. 2. THE INSTRUCTORS & CLASSES. I have never loved my class instructors more. Ashley Ntansah is incredible and his Base Beast classes have pushed me to be stronger and more confident. I personally love that he holds people accountable in his classes, i.e. respecting each other in the gym, not leaving things dirty, sweaty, and gross...he also is very keen on ensuring we do the exercises properly and don't get hurt. This is extremely important to me, because when you live in a big city and there are a lot of people who don't know what they are doing in the gym, it can really ruin the experience for those who do. Kara Hermes is another one of my favorites, her classes are so fun (and kick my ass). Her personality shines and makes me look forward to going to her classes. My favorite classes are Base Beast, Booty Camp, and Spin. But, there is something for everyone. They have so many different classes and I love that I can switch it up and go to yoga, or barre if I wanted to. 3. The food/smoothie bar. As someone who doesn't like to cook every night and still wants to be healthy, I will just go to grab a meal from the gym on my way home or after a workout. They are all delicious and the smoothies are awesome. read more

I am currently a member of Base and often use the Spa services as well. The gym: Everything is very clean, the equipment is well maintained and the staff is very nice. I rarely find the place overly crowded, so you can always get your workout in. Locker rooms are brights and also very clean. They offer validated parking for two hours in the garage above the facility. The Spa: I have gone for numerous massages and almost every experience has been amazing. Amy Alexander is amazing. The experience is super convenient, relaxing and at a great price. I totally recommend it. read more

Great gym. I really love that everything is in one spot. I love the $49 massages. I love the juice/protein shake bar. Great all around. they should prob add more free weights as they grow. It's a big space and they have the room. Really good vibe, even with the cross fit weirdo's.. but i'm really into fitness and I love this place. read more

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This is a great gym. everything is clean, the people that work there are kind and helpful. Their workout classes are honestly great, there is such a great variety and great instructors. I have never felt so at home in a gym read more

I did not know this gym in its pervious form so I cannot comment on its status as compared to it. It sounds like it's a marked improvement based on other reviews; however, my experience (review) is as a relatively new member. All the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The facility is relatively clean and only once was I unable to find clean towels. The cardio equipment OK, but isn't in the best shape considering this is a 'remodeled' facility. Some of the water bottle holders are busted, handles are loose and heart rate pads ineffective. Likewise, they should check the wiring for the TV/cable on some of them. The weight area is decently stocked although there are some nuances that they could improve. For example, there are only 3 benches with 3 olympic bars. Some folks take one of the bars to do cleans or deadlifts. As a result, one of the benches is rendered useless if you want to use an olympic bar. The owners could just invest in an extra bar to remedy that situation. Also, a friend I brought in as a guest said there weren't enough lighter weights for women in the weight area. There are lighter weights on the second floor, but she rightly pointed to the fact that she should be able to work out in the weight area like everyone else. Base is a good gym, but for the amount of my membership I do think they should take better care of their cardio equipment and invest in a bit more widely used pieces of equipment. read more

Go away for two weeks and the gym changes. Gotta say I used to enjoy the music in Base Camp. Strong beats helped my energy. But that saccharine stuff that's playing now is not at all motivational. And when I asked if they could change it in BaseCamp- the response was no because it was all one system. Just in case there's any hesitation about how fast paced strong beat music enhances ones' performance, let me share some research: http://www.center4research.org/can-listening-music-improve-workout/ And I could cite many more research based indications of this.... Please please please get the beat back in base camp!!!! BTW- I have been a member of the club since it first opened as Club H!! I luv this club!!!! read more

Base Gym is the BEST gym in Jersey City - the facility is always spotless, the staff is phenomenal and the classes are A+++. I have been a member for 5 years and have enjoyed every second, going to this gym is like going to a spa (there is actually a spa there as well) the changing rooms were always full of all the things you could possibly need for a wind down after a tough workout. I have loved every second of my membership here and recommend it to everyone I know. If you are looking for the right gym in JC this is it! read more

One of the few reasonably priced gyms in downtown Jersey City. Literally every type of class, equipment, and workout option available (you will have to see for yourself). COVID safety protocols go above and beyond, and virtual classes are available. read more

Employees are friendly and knowledgeable. Fun eclectic atmosphere. Daryle is the best trainer I've had. Super professional with the way he trains. All around a solid gym for people who are serious about working out. The music needs work it's all over the place. It's hard to workout to soft rock from the 70's read more

Of all the gyms I've belonged to over the years, Base is, without question, the first one I've actually looked forward to visiting. Of course, the locker rooms are beautiful and the equipment is modern and well-maintained, but there's other high-end gyms that do that. The real difference at Base is the people. The classes are THE best I've ever been to, and the instructors are second to none. Not only is Base a great place to work out, it's also a great community. Every couple months, on a Sunday, they will have a 90-minute class which is super-intense HITT followed by yoga, culminating in the instructors taking everyone out for a cocktail/brunch. Does your gym do that? read more

I moved to Jersey City and wanted to get in shape. From the first day I walked into base. I felt welcomed and at home. The staff is super friendly. I love love all the classes !!! Makes going to the gym fun. The instructors are great also. I went to Kara's Sunday funday class. Did yoga & went out for drinks after , enjoyed getting to know the rest of the class . A great way to meet new friends. I actually enjoy going to the gym now. Thank you base read more

Its a good Gym but the rates are super expensive , i have been a member of Life time for almost 5 year and i can say they spoiled me , now around this area there is no Life time . :( But again this Gym is good but to me it is really expensive . read more