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    Downtown Branch YMCA

    3.6 (17 reviews)
    Open • 5:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Pretty clean and decent equipment. Somewhat busy at peak times but to be expected given proximity to city center.

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    The Downtown Y is a friendly place to workout and be a part of a positive downtown community.

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    “If you are looking for a gym and live or work in or near Hartford, the Downtown Y is the place to be.”

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    Big Sky

    Big Sky

    (98 reviews)

    I love training at Big Sky! The environment is high-energy, motivating, and never intimidating…read more They have an incredible variety of equipment and great class options, plus the facility is always kept spotless. The team here truly cares about helping you hit your goals. 10/10!

    ### THINK TWICE BEFORE JOINING BIG SKY FARMINGTON…read more **Potential members--please read this before signing a membership agreement with Big Sky Farmington.** My daughter joined Big Sky Farmington **while she was still a minor and in high school**. A few months later, she needed to cancel because she is going away to college out of state. When she contacted the gym to cancel, instead of making the process straightforward, we were told there was a **one-year contract** and that she needed to jump through a series of hoops to prove that she was moving. That raises a very basic question: **How does Big Sky believe it can enforce a one-year contractual obligation against someone who was a minor when the membership agreement was entered into?** I'm not a lawyer, so I'm not going to make a definitive legal conclusion about the enforceability of the contract. But the fact that **the member was a minor when the agreement was entered into** is a significant issue that I believe deserves an answer--not simply a reference to the fine print. And the cancellation experience gets even more concerning. We provided documentation showing that she has been admitted to college out of state. Apparently, that isn't enough. Under Big Sky's stated "moving" cancellation policy, they are demanding things such as a new lease, utility bill, driver's license, pay stub, insurance document, bank statement, credit-card statement, etc. For students, they specifically demand **both a class schedule AND a tuition receipt**. They also say they require **25 days' written notice** and that payments will continue until they receive what they consider "sufficient proof" of the move. Meanwhile, Connecticut has just strengthened its consumer protections around cancellation of automatically renewing memberships. **As of July 1, 2026, Connecticut law requires covered businesses to provide an easy way to cancel, prohibits requiring consumers to cancel in person or by mail, and requires businesses to promptly process cancellation requests without obstructing or delaying them.** Businesses that fail to comply may be subject to investigation for unfair trade practices. ([CT.gov][1]) Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection has also specifically warned consumers about health-club cancellation problems and says that when a member cancels, the health club must provide written confirmation of the cancellation and its effective date within 10 days. ([CT.gov][2]) So here is my question to Big Sky: **Why is a former high-school student, who was a minor when this membership was entered into and who is now leaving Connecticut for college, being subjected to this level of resistance simply to cancel a gym membership?** This isn't about trying to get something for free. It's about **basic fairness and transparency**. If you are considering joining Big Sky Farmington, my advice is simple: **READ EVERYTHING BEFORE YOU SIGN.** Ask specifically: * Is there a one-year commitment? * What happens if you leave the state for college? * Exactly what documentation will you need to cancel? * How do you submit a cancellation request? * When does billing actually stop? * What happens if the person signing the agreement is under 18? And if you're signing up a teenager, **pay particular attention to who is actually entering into the contract and what authority the gym believes it has to enforce that contract.** A gym membership shouldn't require a consumer to become an expert in contract law just to leave. **My experience has made me seriously question whether Big Sky Farmington is the right place for families, students, or anyone who values straightforward cancellation policies and customer service.** Potential members: **do your homework before handing over your payment information.** [1]: https://portal.ct.gov/ag/press-releases/2026-press-releases/at

    Club Fitness

    Club Fitness

    (14 reviews)

    East Hartford

    Visited here a few times as a guest of a member. This is a great gym for people who compete. When…read moreyou visit, you will mostly see & hear the bodybuilders. If you go downstairs, they have pictures of the legends & some of their locals who train at Club Fitness. There are "regular" work out people as well but, the professionals obviously stand out. The selection of equipment is abundant & everyone is friendly so don't be scared to ask if they're done with a machine. This gym also has a female only room, & other rooms that cater to a specific workout, such as abs, legs, etc. They also have a punching bag which is rare to find. The main floor is where you can find the cardio machines. These aren't the latest & greatest, but they get the job done. Make sure you have some headphones to keep you motivated. I haven't tried an aerobics session yet. I usually attend in the evenings. I can say the cycle class is popular. What bothers me about this gym is the amount of paper towel dispensers & how you obtain the sanitizer. The paper towels are hard to find & are scarce. The sanitizer, you need to grab a bottle from the front desk & basically keep it with you. On busy days, they aren't always visually available & you may have to ask someone to bower theirs. Also, people don't always return them to the desk, so you may have to search around the floor. Also, I suggest wiping down the machine or weights before using them. Some people jump between them, going back & forth & they don't wipe them down until they're completely done. So if you're not aware, you may use something in between their workout. Gotta be careful with covid. The mask situation is still in effect here. Wear it while walking around. The staff are very friendly if you're friendly to them. I haven't had any issues & the member I go with is constantly joking around with all the staff. They don't press you to become a member either, which is nice. Guests pay $10 & free on Fridays. The restrooms are always clean. I haven't used the showers, so can't comment too much, but they look clean. If I lived in the area or a Club Fitness near me, I'd join.

    **spinning class review**…read more I came here Richard's spin class, and it was epic. I've taken a ton of spinning classes in CT and NYC, and Richard's was my favorite. His song selection and choreography (if that's the right word?) was totally on point. Even though I was exhausted after one song, I was so excited to find out what the next song and challenge would be. And somehow I managed to keep up the pace and enthusiasm throughout the hour long class, mainly because he had the energy and excitement to keep the full class going. The room itself was amazingly well ventilated despite not having any windows. The bikes were really comfortable and had a great seat. The bikes include clips as well as the ability to use sneakers. Walking through the gym before and after the class, I could tell quickly that Club Fitness focuses on weight training above cardio. There's plenty of cardio machines, but the way the gym was set-up lends itself more to a weight lifting crowd. While the equipment is packed, it does not feel too crowded. Gym includes a smoothie bar in the back as well as tanning rooms. If I wasn't already locked into a gym, I'd think about switching just for Richard's spinning classes.

    The Edge Fitness Clubs

    The Edge Fitness Clubs

    (29 reviews)

    Firstly. They never have enough equipment like handles and bars. There is always something missing…read more Second be cautious of anything related to their payment company. ABC Fitness. Edge uses this company for billing. They are awful to deal with, and make it very difficult to cancel a membership. And they will do anything to milk extra fees out of you when you try. READ THE FINE PRINT. you are pretty much locked in. For The Edge Fitness Clubs, ABC Fitness is explicitly identified in Edge's current membership terms as its third-party payment processor. Edge's agreement says cancellations, recurring dues, electronic documents, and certain account communications can involve ABC Fitness Solutions, LLC. ABC has also publicly described The Edge as a customer using its ABC Ignite/Perkville technology. They are the same also for Big Sky Fitness, and it's even more explicit: Big Sky's own member handbook says "all membership changes are handled by Big Sky's billing company, ABC Fitness." So ABC handles membership-account administration/billing for Big Sky as well. So, in practical terms: * The Edge Fitness Clubs ABC Fitness handles payment processing/member-management technology. * Big Sky Fitness ABC Fitness is its billing company and handles membership changes. * ABC Fitness does not appear to own either chain. Buyer beware!!!!

    Best gym for the best price on the planet. I'm speaking as someone who isn't under contract so I…read morecancancel any time. The amenities are great, the gym is accessible, and the vibes aren't weird, unlike other gyms I've been to. They have great amenities, such as movie theater, a women's only work out section, private spaces for personal training and a ton of equipment. Perfect gym for someone who wants to get in and get out. In addition, they also have a station where they make shakes and have nutritional products available.

    Downtown Branch YMCA - gyms - Updated October 2026

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