I recently visited Palooka's with a group on pass. Impressive views and typical gym stuff like…read morecardio and weights but this gym also has several heavy bags and fitness classes. I also saw people getting personal training as well. I took a cardio fitness class and it was great. We did some weights and a cardio workout. Overall I am pleased with this gym and if I lived closer by I would consider buying a pass.

I am new to Halifax area and I have been searching for a gym to call home. I dropped into…read morePalooka's as an alternative to Goodlife. Wow, not only was the staff so friendly, helpful, and nonagressive, but the gym itself is amazing. The view of the bedford basin is beautiful and worth the membership alone. But the gym is not only the cleanest I have ever been in, but well maintained, new equipment, breathtaking change rooms, and an overall great vibe. I have also had the chance to observe some of the trainers at work. I can tell you that I will definately be using their services. Not only do they watch and take care of their clients but they push them. I have seen trainers just tell a client what to do and while the client is performing the task the trainer is looking around and not paying attention. I am excited to start my membership there. I highly recommend going to check this place out if you want a gym that cares about you after you have paid your dues.

Conveniently located. Attached to NSCC campus and with in walking distance to the plaza. This YMCA…read moreoffers workout equipments ranging from free weights, machines, and classes as well. They have multiple machines that are also geared for those with mobility issues. Very pleasant staff. Keep in mind it is a small community YMCA but has all the main exercise equipment one could need. Memberships also give access to the basketball court of the college as well as the pool at the nearby community center.

No such thing as too muscular at this gym! But don't be intimidated. They are nice super hero…read morelooking people. I love going to Fitness Fx. If only for the fact that I am an average, skinny, 5'10 male. And a lot of the guys who go to this gym are professional body builder's! Its great to walk up to them lifting eighty pounds or more with one arm and I'm there with my nice and light fifteen or twenty pounds. I try to stare them down but they simply laugh at me. This gym boasts "a full stock of dumbbells ranging from 3 all the way up to 160 lbs." This is very true. I never find myself waiting for a dumbbell set because someone is using it. They have enough for everyone. And they are improving! they have added what they call a "cardio theatre." In other words, they have more cardio equipment. There is an open space concept which has its advantages and disadvantages. The disadvantage is that everyone can see you while you are working out. But in my opinion, just get some confidence and remind yourself that no matter what body type you are, you rock! Then rock it out! The staff are very friendly and extremely helpful. If you start talking to them you find out right away that you feel part of a team or a family. They are there to support you. It feels more like a team or family first and a business second. Which is very important to me. They also have a juice bar and a lot of televisions so you can watch Oprah while on the cardio machines. Their prices are the same as most other gym's. Not very expensive but not quite cheap. In my opinion, you definitely are getting a good price. With the addition of new, on site tanning beds they are showing that they are keeping up with the competition at a steady pace. Fitness Fx has been one of my favorite gyms for all of the above reasons. But perhaps the reason why I give it a fourth star is because they are improving with new equipment, more programs and store renovations without increasing the price of their membership. One of the most admirable things I have seen a gym do in a long time! And I definitely took notice. So stop sitting around, reading my reviews and head for the gym! Afterwards get a protein shake and go back to reading my reviews. :)

A great neighbourhood gym. When I first started coming here I didn't think they had enough cardio…read moreequipment - because that's my fall back - but once I became a regular I realized that's just not why people go to Fitness Fx. Whatever machine I'm interested in is usually available immediately or within 20 minutes. It's a very friendly place, and things are generally tidy and ready to use. I do find that depending on the time of day there are some folks who forget the "please don't drop your weights and scare the jittery among us" rule, and clang their weights pretty hard on the ground. That said, the management have responded well to this kind of problem and promised to remind repeat-offenders to control their dumbells lest they bounce on someone's toes and cause a more serious injury than a simple pulled hamstring. The rates are really reasonable, and they've been good lately at updating their class schedule too. ETA: Within hours of writing my review I went to get some exercise and found new cardio machines all set up! Well done, guys :)

Been coming here since the Stadacona gym shut a few years ago. I had an excellent personal trainer…read morefor half a dozen sessions to get me started, but sadly he moved out west, so haven't bothered since. A very decent number of cardio stations on the ground floor and plenty of strength machines, benches and weights on the upper level. They have two sets of machines for basic, beginner strength training, one on each deck. I tend to go early, around 0900 and while it can get quite busy, you can usually get to everything you want if you're prepared to vary your routine. Maintenance and repair are a bit of an issue, but I guess they are at the mercy of the manufacturers/suppliers. There used to be a lot of young mothers in the forenoon, with a supervised creche available, but the lockdowns and other restrictions seem to have killed that off. Not even sure if the creche is still running.

Enjoy going to this gym. Lots of equipment and the staff are friendly and helpful. Always greeted…read morewith a smile and hello at the front desk that starts the gym session on the right note. Rita is the best! The gym is well maintained and everyone there helps keep it up. The manager's door is always open to answer any questions (thanks Adam). Keep up the great work!

I joined Bedford Fit4Less gym in April, as my membership for Canada Games Centre was up end of…read moreMarch. there are many reasons for the change , my main one is the manager Kim at Fit4Less. Always a friendly greeting and makes you feel like family. Kim has great knowledge of the equipment and shows you how to use it. Kim never makes you. Feel like you're bothering her, as I know she is extremely busy. I would recommend this gym as it's clean and equipment well maintained. Thank you to Kim and her staff. Linda Shaughnessy Black Card member.

please turn off the American ultra left wing propagandist network CNN on the TVs …read more That's my only complaint, gym is GTG I'm used to working out with a C-can dropped in the middle of a feild in Alberta .

We were impacted by wildfires and an evacuation which landed us in Chester for a week. Despite the…read moregym being closed, we were still charged for the entire week. this isn't right. Supposedly we were allowed to go to any other GoodLife but we were not notified and we couldn't call Tantallon GoodLife since it was closed. I would not buy a membership with this company.

well, I called Goodlife as I am interested in the special membership they have at the moment which…read moreis the $43 for 43 days. I was greeted by Mattie who was charming & extremely knowledgeable & Helpful. She is arranging all the paperwork for me and offered me a tour of the premises. All that is left for me to do is drop in and pay for the membership. I would rate my experience with Mattie 5*....could not have been more helpful! Thank You Mattie! I will provide another review once I have had the opportunity to experience the club first hand.

Excellent staff and great atmosphere. Everbody knows your…read morename ! Facilities are very good and it is always clean. Gerry

There would not be enough words to describe my feelings about Shanti in Bedford. I feel absolute…read morelove when I walk through the door; I am warmly welcomed by staff who greet me by name. I have been going to this location since shortly after it opened & the reason I am so committed to this studio is that it is never boring. It is fresh, always new & invigorating. Steph is my yoga goddess; she is a warrior; Lara, a born teacher - strong & funny. Kyla is my therapeutic yoga gal; I love her inspirational readings at the end of of the class. Emily is a gentle spirit & a very good teacher. Niki Smith is nurturing & a powerhouse instructor. As you can tell, I am very happy to be part of this yoga community & I look forward to many more classes. Come out & join us & you will see what I am talking about. Namaste

From the owner: We are a Yoga studio specializing in Hot Yoga. We also offer reduced heat classes as well as…read morenon-heated classes in our schedule to students. The variety of yoga classes offered, as well as the diversity of all our teachers is what sets us apart from all other yoga studios in the city.