originally found Aspire Sports Lab because it's close to home, and they offered a free trial class…read more My first impression was that it seemed like a solid gym - decent instruction and a unique vibe. After the class, one of the instructors was a bit pushy about getting me to sign up, but they reassured me that it was easy to cancel or freeze the membership at any time. Based on that and the convenience, I signed up for the unlimited membership, which came out to $173.
That's where things went downhill.
On my second visit, I instantly regretted signing up. I didn't realize that the workout would involve spending 15 minutes at a dog park. It was also extremely hot - I'm talking over 110°, and there was no working AC, no proper ventilation, and barely any fans. It made working out feel unsafe and miserable.
By my third workout, I was growing more frustrated. Again, we spent a chunk of time at the dog park, and this time, a dog actually peed on the floor. I know many CrossFit-style gyms struggle with cleanliness, but adding dogs into the mix makes things significantly worse. At one point, I even saw a dog poop on a rope - and all they did was pick it up. No disinfectant, no cleaning - just left it. The entire gym smells like a kennel. Hygiene-wise, it's a disaster.
My final visit sealed the deal. One of the instructors seemed irritated that my daughter was with me and made comments about not knowing what music he could play because she was there. Throughout the workout, he was rude and clearly didn't want us there. I understand not everyone clicks with everyone, but when you're paying that much money, the least you expect is professionalism. You don't have to like everyone - but at least act like you care.
The heat was unbearable again - no AC, no airflow. I had to stop midway through to drag a fan across the gym just to keep my daughter from overheating. I kept checking to see if she wanted to go home. That shouldn't be happening in any gym environment.
What made things worse is that I didn't even ask for a refund - just a cancellation. They gave me a hard time about that too and then charged me for another full month. I only went to four sessions total - and one was the free trial. That's over $170 for just three extremely disappointing and uncomfortable workouts.
This place seems like it's struggling to stay afloat, and now I fully understand why. Between the extreme heat, poor cleanliness, awkward dog involvement, and rude staff, it was a complete waste of money. I would not recommend Aspire Sports Lab to anyone - especially if you value hygiene, professional coaching, or basic comfort while working out.