Life Time Fitness is a huge lifestyle gym and health center in Beachwood. It can't even be compared…read moreto any local gym, it's far superior. During my initial visit my tour guide referred to it being like a county club. Right on - upscale and relaxing vacay vibes. I have only remained a member for a few months due to life events and health circumstances. I was always very enthusiastic about visiting Life Time! AMENITIES: The club is very clean and every part of the experience is well designed. Everything you need is there. For instance, you'll get all toiletries and towels for your shower or sauna visits. The club well serves a variety of guest groups catering to their unique needs. Parents can use childcare service. Millennials can utilize pickleball courts. Retired folks can partake in a fun Arora aquatic program. There are numerous amenities: full salon, cafe, co-working cafe, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, steam room, pickleball courts, rock climbing, Pilates studio, personal training, yoga studio, chiropractor, cold plunge, outdoor bar, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, workout area, cryo, and a lot more. You almost need a lifetime to explore them all! It was an immediate "yes" for me in terms of joining. The gym is very spacious, you never feel constrained at any times of the day. My favorite amenities are the outdoor pool and Club Lounge (co-working space). The outdoor pool is Olympic size pool with comfy lounge chairs and lounges. There is zero entry part and swimming lanes. Robust Arora program (open to any ages) offers fun water aerobics activities. The classes are so high energy! The pool was even open into October this year. Loved the pool! Co-working space offered me a lot of flexibility working from the gym and taking a break to enjoy the amenities. The internet speed is excellent! CLASSES: Classes can be conveniently accessed via Life Time mobile application. Sign-up is easy. Timings are suitable for various schedules. EVENTS: Life Time hosts plenty of events for members creating a communal feel - karaoke, swim nights, and even tequila tasting. Some feature a DJ and cool decor. While most events are free, you'll pay for drinks. PRICING: Prices match the amenities. I paid almost $200 per month for a single membership. Not everything is included in your membership (Pilates for instance), but most things are. You get some discounts (such as the salon, the cafe, and personal training) during your first month. It's definitely a pricey investment but also self-investment. CANCELLATIONS: Membership cancellation is very easy. I was able to cancel my membership via the app. I was sad to cancel my membership but life is lifing. You also have an option to pause your membership and partake in online workouts. DOWNSIDES: To be honest in my review, few issues exist at Life Time: - Concierges are not always pleasant. I had this experience, my guest did, and other members mentioned it to me too. The service is very dismissive. You will constantly get referred to the app, attentiveness is rarely a thing. - Cafe prices are outrageous and far higher than at any other health cafes. I recently paid over $40 for a power bowl (Shoyu-Sesame), protein balls, and a smoothie (Açaí Bliss). It's convenient to have a cafe onsite, but prices are wild for the portions and mediocre quality. - Open hours for the amenities are ever changing and unclear. It's hard to figure out when the pools are open or when cafe outdoors is available. Employees I've asked about the open hours were equally puzzled. This doesn't well serve busy individuals with demanding schedules and need to pre-plan. - The parking lot is very dim at night. While the area feels extremely safe, it's still not the best time in the evening. - Onboarding process is rather chaotic. I found myself asking basic questions about creating a pass card, locker use, open hours, and sign-up processes. I was constantly referred to the app which didn't have most of these answers. Overall, I truly enjoyed the amenities at Life Time. I will definitely rejoin when my personal circumstances change. I highly recommend dropping in for a day pass to experience Life Time or formally joining. You won't find a better gym around!

Beachwood front desk staff so pretentious and arrogant. Won't be going back. Made it hard to get…read moreanything done. Plenty of better gyms in the area

Gym itself is good. Music played is SO bad and repetitive that it makes this gym a 3/5.read more

This was my first time ever owning a gym membership and I am pleasantly surprised! Tremont Athletic…read moreClub is a local gym without any extreme contracts or requirements. Their facility is very clean and well kept with a variety of different equipment and classes. Although some may say the membership is pricey, I think it is well worth the cost, plus if you live close to the area or are a healthcare worker ask about their potential membership discount! Love Tremont Athletic Club!

Star 1: Friendly staff, and always well staffed. Several PTs available also…read more Star 2: Great open layout, with many options for traditional and 'modern' exercises, with a decent pool. Star 3: Cardio Theater, in addition to an indoor track and a plethora of cardio machines on the first and second floor Star 4: Even at peak hours, you can still get your workouts finished without being flustered Other pluses: good juice bar, saunas, several class options, plenty of parking Minor Nays: Closes at 7pm on the weekend, and at 11pm on weekdays.

I've been a member for a LONG time. I like the machines. I like the track. I like the proximity to…read moremy home. I stopped in today after a months-long absence. I hoped to resume the Silver Sneakers class. Still too crowded. Still too hot. Still TOO BORING. The teacher even had to say SMILE to the class, but the blank faces continued. Just not fun. I noticed also that the rug is torn near the machines, soap was missing from some of the bathroom dispensers. It's dark in sections of the first floor. Why don't people wipe off the machines after using them? Upgrade! Update!

This is a very innovative, scientically proven,and time effective way to increase strength as well…read moreas improve internal health attributes. Great system with great personal trainers. This was the best move I've made in regard to strength training. No negatives here! Robert R.

I have been going to Overload for approximately three years. My cousin had recommended it to me…read moreprobably 15 year ago but I foolishly resisted trying it. Big mistake. I absolutely love it. It takes about 20-25 minutes twice a week, you can show up in street clothes because they keep the room cool so that you don't get sweaty, and you work out in a super-slow way to avoid injury but maximize rapid muscle fatigue which leads to muscle improvement. Every one of the trainers is competent and caring and they compliment each other's style. It's not cheap but it is so worth it. I am 65 and always had a somewhat wimpy grip. Now I can look the macho guys in the eyes who try to play alpha dog and squeeze right back. This is truly a Cleveland gem. Rick H.

What an amazing workout!!! I loved it! Hillary was an incredible instructor with beautiful energy…read more Felt great! Cantvwait to go back!

Hardest workout ever! But it's extremely effective. Literally abs in a week!…read moreBring a towel, huge bottle of water, don't come on an empty stomach and a friend because you'll feel so amazing and accomplished after. You'll want to share the good feeling with someone. I promise:)

What a surprise when I showed up this morning after a couple weeks out of town. THERE ARE NEW…read moreTREADMILLS!! Wow! The Matrix machines are so sleek and visibly attractive. It's really easy to get started and set your pace, incline, check your pulse rate. The display shows calories, time elapsed and distance to keep you pumped. As always, this venue is spotless and definitely the place to be when the humidity is 70%.

Someone needs to come and fire this general manager. Doesn't do anything but yell at her employees…read moreand patrons. Seems like she cannot wait to be a task master and tell people what to do. These are college kids working there, don't take your job so seriously. I have to watch her berate an employee every single time I'm there. Someone come get this person. Taking things way too seriously and you can see the sheer joy on her face when she gets to be a Karen. These employees deserve much better. A+ employees. triple F for management. Just so we are clear the employees are absolutely stellar and do a fantastic job. The manager is the problem. Also, she hits the link alarm at like 5 decibel. Way too extra and serious for a planet fitness. Come on now. Replace this woman. We pay good money to not have see this type of things or be yelled at for the slightest infraction.

Similar to their other locations, GrooveRyde rules. I first learned about GrooveRyde from a Yelp…read moreevent. Of their three locations, this one is the newest. Located in the Van Aken district, it's really an idyllic location. After class, you can grab a healthy bite at the neighboring Nature's Oasis and stroll the area to shop. Bonus: FREE garage parking! As I've stated in my Woodmere GrooveRyde review, SO many fitness studios claim inclusiveness but don't always practice it. GrooveRyde does. When you have a physical limitation, it's a giant leap to try something new and you almost always are disappointed. After trying my first class with Zosimo in Woodmere (and having him be respectful and kind towards limitations) I felt confident to come back and try Shaker Heights. I did a class with Jessica and she was beyond helpful. I arrived early and she was sweet enough to help me set up my bike and answer several questions. She was a great instructor and really loves what she does! Overall, the facility is generally bigger and sparklier because it's so new! They have a great gym, several exercise rooms and lockers to store your things. You'll love GrooveRyde! Don't be scared of cycling. They get it and respect your journey!

Absolutely love GrooveRyde. This location is brand spanking new and beautifully designed. Parking…read moreis free (amen!) and abundant. I can only vouch for the 50 minute cycling classes but reckon I may try yoga or other class offerings soon. The cycling room is a smidge tight (you can/will definitely hit whoever is next to you when extending your arms on the bike so be careful) but still comfortable. I love that the lighting is kept dim and the wall fans are strategically placed in all four corners. I also appreciate that you get to choose your bike of choice when signing up for your class online. The bike assignments are also posted on the class door so there shouldn't be any confusion upon arriving. Towels are provided (another amen!) which is incredibly helpful because you WILL SWEAT. There are also lots of lockers and cubbies to store your crap while you're cycling your heart out. Highly recommend you give this great workout studio a try.

The manager changes every 6 months (went through Jake, tommy, Marvin, and now Nate in 1.5 year)…read more All the managers are unprofessional and sexualize women in the gym. When men are perverts and watch women in the gym, and the manager gets complaints, they do nothing about it. The worst year of my life was when I was going here. Equipment is old and dangerous. Managers are liars. Uppers never come to actually see the space. When I tried to cancel my membership, I was met with hostility from the manager. Managers try to get their training as an additional price to an already expensive gym - they trick ppl into thinking they have to pay for it.

To whom it may concern:…read more Hi I've been trying to cancel my membership for over six months now. Either someone's not there for me to cancel my membership properly. I have came into the location multiple times and no one is there for me to cancel my membership over the course of time I'm speaking of. I came in about a week or two ago to physically cancel my membership. I filled out the form and also return my fob to a young man that I cannot remember his name. I was charge $76 today when I was informed that I took the necessary steps to cancel my membership. I would like a reimbursement of my money from you guys and from here on out I will no longer like to be charge for the membership that I canceled.

Besides William at the front desk there is not one person that will greet you as you walk in. Stay…read moreaway from any class that Annabella is on, she is smug, rude and doesn't do anything to help the enthusiasm for a hard class. Her time keep is atrocious and her music is horrible. It's unfortunate because she is on the majority of classes that are what I would need to take. Consider going to Solon or another studio if you have to take Annabella.

I found out some really SAD and unfortunate news yesterday after class. Coach Walker is leaving the…read moreBeachwood studio. His departure is not his choice he is being forced to move to a different studio because a "new" coach is taking his place. Coach Walker is not only my favorite coach but has become a friend. What I like most about Coach Walker is he has pushes me to limits I did not know I was capable of. He makes the class fun by singing, dancing, and laughing. Laughter helps the class go by fast. Coach Walker started coaching at Beachwood on my first ever class. When he announced he was leaving you can see the disappointment and sadness on the members' faces (I know I was disappointed). I don't understand how you can move a coach from his "home" studio for the past 2 years to a new studio and put a brand-new coach in his place. This has put a bad taste in my mouth. I don't even want to come to the Beachwood studio because he is not there. This is a bad move on OTF's part. Coach Walker has built a huge following and a trustworthy clientele. How can I get Coach Walker back to the Beachwood studio?