Ultimate Gym is the real deal. It's been around for over 40 years, and it shows -- in the best way…read morepossible. The place is a little run down, beat up, and gritty, just like the gyms I trained at back in the 80s. If you're looking for shiny new equipment and spa vibes, this isn't for you. But if you're serious about training, welcome home. You won't find Planet Fitness types here -- this is a place for hardcore bodybuilders, strength athletes, and a few tough strength ladies who know their way around the iron. Over the decades, they've built up an incredible collection of equipment, giving you multiple ways to hit every muscle from every angle. The cost is very reasonable, the staff is friendly, and the best part? The members feel like family. Whether it's offering training tips, sharing a laugh, or giving you a spot when you're pushing your limits, everyone has your back. If you're not faint of heart and want a gym with soul, history, and community -- join Ultimate Gym.

Amazing gym! Mix of…read moreold and new equipment. Rarely is there a machine out of order. Staff is friendly and family-owned. Huge TFW room in the back that is available for an additional fee in the afternoon. Never crowded but the group that is there is always pleasant and nice. Everybody is open to questions and willing to help. Lots of dumbbells if that's more your speed and they go up to 100 pounds. Membership fee is fair and they offer a day pass for $15.

Was there right before they did the switch from Blink to Pure there was some renovations going on…read more Convenient location definitely needed an upgrade

Its a small gym with just straight machines and weights. It roughly has all you need on that wise…read more If your looking for a ball court or a sauna then this isnt the place for you. It can get a bit crowded at certain times of the day and since its a really small gym youll be waiting a bit to use your preferred machine. The staff are all well mannered people and have never given any issues. HOWEVER........ The one major drawback to this place is that it almost never has any running hot water. Every month seems to be an issue (and im not exaggerating). Im not sure if they are having trouble paying the bills here or if someone is turning the hot water valve off for days at a time but it is a constant issue. Me personally I work out before i head straight to work so a shower is needed after a hard hour or two sweating bullets. Just this morning I walked to the locker room after working out and one of the guys who frequents this place said to me "hey the water is luke warm today" and this is the running gag with everyone here, being delighted just for luke warm shower water. Litterally everyone in the locker complains about it every month. Anywho I step in the shower and put it on max heat but instead was drenched in water from antarctica. I did find some comic relief in it though, as others who stepped in there showers looking forward to the "luke warm" rumor but were disappointed, and then it became a symphony of complaints and anguish LOL. Theres something very funny about grown men just in agony about not having hot water. Men of all ages young and old getting together in a gym locker room and throwing a fit. I was told that blink was bought out and now owned by a company called PURE FITNESS. Well pure fitness, how about some pure hot water? Seriously though, the only reason i still come here is because its literally right by my job and also because its been so hot that the below zero water isnt so bad once you step outside in that 90 plus degree heat. Yet winter will be upon us soon and i dont know if i can survive bathing in arctic water without turning into a chocolate freezy pop. The one thing I do appreciate is that when you walk in they now have a sign that stands by the desk letting you know that theres no hot water. The thing is the sign is standing for weeks at a time. Seriously, in june there was no hot water for almost 3 straight weeks. I mean i cant understand whats going on at this place. We had hot water all last week and then i walk in this morning and its cold again. I just realized that it is the end of the month and I know now that liberty utilities doesnt play about that money.....

I found this place looking to train for the Spartan run. If you think you ended up at the wrong…read moreplace, don't be surprised. The building is located in a warehouse-like area, but it works for a gym! After the first class, I was exhausted. The class is different every time. There can be weights, ropes, burpees and everything in between. The exercises and timed reps really help me in building endurance. Brenda is an excellent trainer. She encourages rest for those who aren't physically advanced and also pushes us when she knows we are capable of continuing certain workouts. I ask how to do certain exercises the proper way plenty of times and Brenda is kind enough to demonstrate them. I've attended her classes several times and intend to keep coming for my one intense workout a week.

The best gym on the east coast probably in the entire nation! They have every machine you could…read moreever think of and some you can't even imagine. The staff and patrons are all super friendly. Overall a great place

I was visiting family in the area and needed a place to workout. I had already tried a local Planet…read moreFitness on their free day pass a few days earlier, which was fine...I suppose, but I needed something better. I'm not from NY and was not previously familiar with Bev Francis' Powerhouse Gym. What an experience! First, this place is enormous. Largest square footage of pure lifting equipment I've ever seen, and even more so, the largest variety of machines. Some contraptions so esoteric, it's not even clear what muscles they work from looking at them. The place is like the Smithsonian of weight machines. But there were a few things I discovered that I really loved and wished my own local gym had something similar. Second, this place is crowded. I was there mid-morning Saturday, and it was packed. I didn't need to wait for machines since I wasn't following a specific program, but if I had gone with a very specific set of exercises and order in mind, it would have been frustrating. The equipment condition varied depending on their age. Some was great, some seemed like they should have been retired a decade ago. Be aware that the gym caters more to elite bodybuilding than elite powerlifting. It won't make a difference for 99% of people, but as one example, there was a relative paucity of squat racks and benches for a place this large. If you are worried about being intimidated by the clientele, that may be a reasonable concern. I'm one of the biggest guys in most gyms, and I was only about average among the 100+ guys that were there. Having said that, there were only 1-2 freakishly large dudes (i.e. probable pro-bodybuilders), and the handful of people I interacted with seemed all relatively friendly. But it's not a place for beginners. Tiny annoyance: they have 2 scales which differed by 7 pounds (despite zeroing the ancient balance scale)

Amazing place to go to the gym also enjoy the pool, sauna & steam room hot tub…read more and cold plunge

I've been a member at Life Time Syosset for a few years now, and I can confidently say it's worth…read moreevery penny. it's not just a gym, it's a full-on luxury resort for fitness and relaxation! Prices are a bit steep but it gets better if you go on a family plan. They also provide a lot of gym amenities to make the pricetag worth it. From pickleball courts to rock climbing. Basketball courts as well. There are so many things to do at the facility beyond normal gym and fitness. They also have an indoor and outdoor pool. Both of them are very large and spacious. The outdoor one also has waterslides and a poolside bar and grill. It really feels like a resort. The indoor amenities are good as well. You can relax in the hot tub or sit in a sauna/steam room. There are also cold plunge pools. I love the unlimited studio classes. Xtreme intervals and maxout upper/lower body are my favorites. The instructors are energetic and motivating. They always keep me on my toes while keeping the overall class still fun and entertaining. If you're looking for more than just a basic gym, Life Time is the place to be. Highly recommend--it's transformed my fitness routine!

The parking is not the greatest and I prefer the newer equipment at the other location.read more

The parking is too difficult and also it's too small parking and also it's crazy. There's always a…read morezoo in that parking lot. It's also crazy and chaotic too.

This is a smaller and mellower LA Fitness gym in the Nassau Mall in Levittown, Nassau County on…read moreLong Island. Smaller and mellower works well! No line for the equipment, plenty of dumbbells available for this dumbbell at all times, proactive maintenance staff who keep the showers, sauna, toilets and the workout floor clean and stocked; nice layout with a quiet room with loads of mats to do stretching, yoga poses( 2 seconds for me) and ab work, a nice tricep pull-down area and a basketball court. No racquetball but Farmingdale is just a few minutes east. Love that the juice bar has added protein pre made meals in their freezer with a microwave for immediate consumption. The sauna is always hot. I get to this location maybe 3 or 4 times a year. I have to mention the wonderful Gabriel who opened the gym in the snowstorm at 7 am sharp. He was happy and welcoming as the rush came in. Thank you LAF for being open today. Now it's foodie fun time as the NFL Championship games are just a few hours away.

Alan Schoenfeld is an outstanding manager at the Levittown L.A. Fitness. He is professional,…read morefriendly, approachable, and genuinely cares about both the members and the facility. Every time I see Alan, he greets members with a warm smile and takes the time to ask how they're doing. That level of personal attention is rare and makes everyone feel welcome. He's also one of the few managers I've noticed who politely reminds members to re-rack their weights as a courtesy to others, helping keep the gym organized and safe. Alan takes pride in maintaining the equipment and is always visible on the gym floor, making sure everything is running smoothly while checking in with members. His positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellent customer service truly set him apart. L.A. Fitness is fortunate to have Alan on its team, and I wish more managers demonstrated the same level of professionalism and dedication. He is a tremendous asset to the Levittown location.

The classes are great and everyone is very friendly. Clean equipment and plenty of room for…read morelockers, etc. Good value for the money. Caution, if you live outside the immediate area of this location as you are not able to take classes or use facilities at some of the other locations because they have a different owner. If you want to use different ones, just check before.

Once again this gym failed to open on time. Over an hour late, same as last week. If you must…read morework out at 4 am due to the need to get to work early I cannot recommend this gym. Also seems to be a bug problem.

*this review is regarding glen cove facility* I had came for…read morea promotion they posted on Facebook, for a group class for women. I did take 2 classes,I did enjoy them but I was so upset with how the instructor spoke to the class. After class I asked "could you use better wording, instead of telling me to get my ass down" the fact he used that wording is belittling and offensive. He told me if i was not pleased to take my business else and I did, altough, I was reinvested my money it still doesn't change how this man to spoke to me and let alone a group of women.

I've been with Be1st since May 2014. I've gained a tremendous amount of strength and confidence…read morethanks to my expert trainers. The class members form a family type atmosphere and offer up hours of encouragement during classes and beyond!

There are a handful of times in life when something comes your way that changes your life. Walking…read moreinto TFW 8 weeks back is one of those instances for me. I am already in the best shape I have ever been in and it only took 8 weeks. This program has it all : structure, motivation, personal attention from trainers and a supportive group of people cheering you on. Before TFW I had tried it all. Group classes, boot camps, p90x. Nothing kept me motivated the way TFW did. The combination of power lifting and compound exercises is so effective, you see results right away. When you hit your personal bests and keep pushing through in class, it has a ripple effect in your life. I carry that energy and power into my life and feel happier and more energetic to tackle challenges. Highly recommend this place to anyone at any stage of life and fitness level

I'm a 50 yr old woman who has never stepped foot in any gym. I recently lost weight and wanted to…read moreworkout and get fit. My husband told me to come to Ultimate Gym in Hicksville. He's been coming here for years, so I started in November. The owner, Joe, and all the coaches, especially Brian and Kerry, are great!! They've been helping me every step of the way. All the members are so friendly and helpful, everyone made me feel welcome right away. The TFW classes are an intense workout with high energy that will make you fit and strong. There's a different style of the class everyday that will keep you coming back every night. Lots of hard work and lots of fun at the same time!!