I'm lazy, so the stairs leading up to the mezzanine then the front desk was a lot for me. However once I made it to the desk, I had the nicest girl help me out, directing me to where the locker room is. There was actually a line for the bathrooms which I've never seen before at an Equinox but there was a maintenance worker there making sure everything was clean in the area. What I learned quickly is that this seems to be a rather busy club. Even though it was around 1p, this place was still active on the floor, and when I had passed the seating on the mezzanine level, almost every seat was taken. Found out the desk girl I spoke with wasn't even a home-based employee at this club but she was very helpful. I actually knew the GM from a location on the west coast so this made the visit even better. Soho is lucky to have Julie Fanning as their GM! I'll be making a future visit here again as they are very close to my favorite tea house a few blocks away. read more

Equinox SoHo was my primary Equinox location for nearly a decade, and if I had to pick one club that best captures the energy of Lower Manhattan, this would be it. I had an all-access membership and visited many locations over the years, but SoHo was my home base for much of my time in New York. The location is outstanding, the atmosphere is unmistakably SoHo, and the place always seems to be buzzing. The people-watching is world-class, and there is a sense that you're at the center of one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in the city. While this place is undeniably a scene, people are generally respectful and keep to themselves. That's part of what makes it work. The club has plenty of energy, but it's still easy to put on your headphones, zone out, and focus on your workout. I've always appreciated that balance. The club itself is well-designed and makes the most of its location. I've always appreciated the treadmill setup and sightlines to the TVs, which make cardio surprisingly enjoyable. One thing that always stood out to me was that, in addition to the standard lineup of treadmills, they had a Woodway available. If you've ever taken a class at Barry's, you know how great those machines are. During marathon training cycles, having access to a Woodway was a surprisingly meaningful luxury and noticeably easier on the body than a traditional treadmill. The men's locker room and yoga studio on the top floor are smartly configured, and the large windows throughout the club overlooking Broadway, Prince Street, and Crosby Street bring the city directly into the space. Add in Juice Generation, a well-curated retail section, and the iconic stoop outside, and it's easy to see why I kept coming back year after year. Sitting on those steps with a smoothie, surrounded by cast-iron buildings and the constant movement of SoHo, is one of my favorite New York experiences. New York has no shortage of great gyms, but Equinox SoHo remains one of my favorite places to work out anywhere. Hope to come back soon! read more

I recently made a visit to the Equinox SoHo while I was in town on business and came away with mixed feelings about this location. First off, the location was convenient, right on the corner of Prince and essentially Broadway so very easy to get to via subway or walking. However, the location itself left a lot to be desired. I guess because it's essentially located in a loft building that they were space constrained, but some of the set up and space utilization felt weird and out of place. The location is stairs heavy, so be prepared to walk. The men's locker rooms are located on the floor above the main gym floor, but next to the yoga studio. However, the women's locker room is located on the main floor next to the spa. There were also some coworking spaces along the stairwell that felt like they utilized every space possible. The main gym space itself felt as expected for an Equinox, but if you're a frequent visitor to the newer locations, you'll immediately notice the design language from the previous generation of clubs. Some aspects of it were fine, but the locker rooms felt dated and weirdly laid out where the steam room was essentially set up at an angle where the upper bench essentially disappeared into the wall. As usual, there were gym bros at this location hogging up the free weights, but I guess that's just what's expected since this is a gym and in a centralized location. For the most part I did not have an issue with volume at this location like others have stated, but I was also going at an off hour and I can see how the space can feel crowded during the prime rush hours. Overall, with the convenience to the office and public transportation and it's decent size, I would frequent this location if I were back in town for an extended period of time. read more

What a very cool location! I enjoyed the atmosphere and they had a lot of areas to work in addition to workout. Steam room was a nice plus! They had a lively food area for lunch and a full shop for workout clothes and sports wear. read more

I visited equinox soho for the aescape robot full body massage and it was great! Their spa is relaxing and feels like a nice environment for a massage. I like how I could control the pressure throughout and felt very relaxed after a heavy workout. Highly recommend! read more

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I come to this SoHo Equinox 2-3 times a week before work, as it is on my way to the office. Something about biking to the gym on an empty stomach in 30 degree weather before the sun has risen makes me feel like Rocky. Like David Goggins. Like a 2013 Conor McGregor. I'm just so hungry. Being on the road when it's just me and construction workers out makes me feel so beast. It just feels like a win opening up the gym door at 5:45am, walking up 3 flights of stairs and greeting the sleepy staff who couldn't be less interested in my presence. I drop my stuff in the locker room and get down to the largely empty gym floor. Everyone else in here at this time has all my respect. I see 15ish people in here before me, and give them a subtle nod as if to say "I see you workin...they not like us..." I don't actually do that but in my head we nonverbally communicate this. I hop on the little squat machine that overlooks the intersection of Prince St and Broadway, pop my airpods in, and start listening to some old Katy Perry and Kid Cudi as I'm fighting for my life doing these squats. I mf love this machine, but I'm not gonna hype it up too much because then other people will start using it. It lowkey just collects dust in the corner. After getting an amazing 45 minute sweat, I head up to the locker room to shower and change. Few things have hurt my soul more than when they switched all the skincare products from Kiehl's to that brand Grown Alchemist. Grown Alchemist is hot garbage, idc. How you gonna increase my membership every year but downgrade the products? Make that make sense. FREE KIEHL'S! After risking my skin health with Grown Alchemist, I change into my button down, slacks, and dress shoes and clock into the matrix. The matrix has been whoopin me lately, but these early mornings here at this beautiful Equinox make me feel better, as at least I have done something for myself. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews read more

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Love the classes and the vibe here. It gets overwhelming at first, but after that once you get used to the layout, it is very convenient and compact to get your exercises in and out the door before your day I'm a hardcore equinox/gym fan I can always recommend downtown gyms for you. read more

Continuing my quest to work out at every Equinox in Manhattan. I took Best Stretch Ever and it was good, different from Brookfield Place with Q, but still worth the time. Then I had some time until the next class, so I shopped at the store. A cute bag caught my eye. I'm a sucker for handbags, and the Think Royln Bar bag looked so inviting that I just had to try it on. Three detachable straps! I could use the straps for my other bags. I did have a $100 gift card for joining and 15% off. So I got the bag! The only thing is after I got home, I realized that this bag also comes with gold hardware and I have several black bags with gold hardware, so I am hoping to exchange it. I love the detachable straps for my Chanels with gold hardware. At my age, functionality is everything, and the Chanels often don't have functional straps. Then I took the Bala Bangle Barre Burn class with Or Artzi and what energy! Love the music, moves and positivity! I felt the burn and will probably be sore the next day. At the end, Or gave us a meditation of sorts and told us we can have any thing if we believe. And I believe, Or, I believe! read more

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It's overcrowded. There's 10 people wandering around in the locker rooms looking for a locker. There's a line to get a bath stall, and there's no more hand towels. Line to find a space on the mat. You can get all this for $300 a month. Overall tho I like the floor and the people who work here especially the front desk are super nice and always smiling. read more

SHOCKING UPDATE! They did not have my item in the lost and found. So someone did steal it. But thankfully the staff did not have walk 30 seconds from the desk to the treadmill to grab it!! Thanks Equinox, stunning customer care! read more

Altagracia is amazing!!! So happy to have meet her. She is a membership advisor at Prince Street, gave mw such a warm welcome, nice tour of the space. There is so much natural lighting in the gym, so many beautiful rooms to take classes. She is super kind, made a gym Plan that worked for me and i have been going almost everyday. Even when its crowded there is plenty of free space to work during peak hours. The staff is very friendly, welcoming and energetic!!! Hit her up and go for it! Its 100 Perfect worth it! read more

If I could give it a zero, I would. Snooty staff that often act as the thought police....not cool for a gym. read more

Was my main gym for most of 2023. The weight section is very well designed and navigable. The abundance of squat racks relative to other Equinox locations is noticeable. They do need more freestanding benches but otherwise I have little trouble accessing equipment or weights - even during busy hours. Trainers seem friendly and competent. Lockerroom experience isn't good because this location is particularly overcrowded. It's not uncommon for them to run out of towels during peak periods, leading to 10-20 minute wait times for towels/showers. read more

Gave a visit and came to this Equinox location to attend Athletic Conditioning. Amazing instructor and awesome class! This is a very busy branch and much bigger than I thought. Even on a Sunday it is very packed and felt like I stepped into a Blink. Understandable given it is right in the smack of SoHo. It is challenging to find the equipment and space where you have to improvise at times and come in with a Plan B and C for your work out routine. There are many areas for you to sit and do your work if you need to. Nearby a few blocks away there is another Equinox on Bond Street if you want something less busy. read more

I live in walking distance between Equinox SoHo, Bond St., and Orchard St. While the latter two are newer and have a more modern aesthetic and seem to be more clean in general, I still prefer the SoHo location because of the large open layout and machines. Several Equinox locations in NYC have equipment spread across multiple floors, which can have you running up and down stairs in confusion looking for what you need, which can be particularly annoying and time-consuming if you're trying to do a superset routine or just want to stay in the zone. I also think the staff is super friendly and helpful! I'm always chatting with the trainers and if I ever have any questions about equipment or a move - or simply want to get a second set of eyes on my deadlift form, they are more than happy to help. I've made friends with lots of regulars, too. I wish I could give this place 5 stars but on the downside, I find it's not as clean or beautiful as other locations. For what I pay, sometimes it lacks that luxury look and feel that other locations offer. The Yoga studio is always a bit stinky and the men's locker room could be nicer (love the one at Bond St which is also much cleaner). Lastly for some reason they've removed hand sanitizing stations and most of the sanitary wipe stations, citing no need for them post-pandemic. I find that a bit odd because regardless of a pandemic, it's a gym, strangers are sweating and equipment gets gross. Why not make it easy for us to keep things clean? However since I'm mostly there to work, and I enjoy my workout time thoroughly because the layout and the friendly staff, these issues aren't a huge deal to me. It would just be nice if they could put some time into improving these areas. read more

Far as the cleaning crew and PTs go, they're superb. They're super positive and uplifting. That being said, there are two members of the front desk staff who have made It such an uncomfortable experience just to check in here that I regret paying the roughly four thousand dollars for an annual membership. Lexi, in particular was very rude to me today. I asked her to store a hula-hoop I had carried with me to the gym and she just looked at me up and down. I get that I don't look like the typical "equinox gym goer" (I Wear sweatsuits and have very short hair- I am female, and I teach hula hoop lessons) but I pay my dues same as everyone else. a note for the front desk staff here- all that glitters isn't gold, treat everyone who Pay for service here with read more

Far as the cleaning crew and PTs go, they're superb. They're super positive and uplifting. That being said, there are two members of the front desk staff who have made It such an uncomfortable experience just to check in here that I regret paying the roughly four thousand dollars for an annual membership. Lexi, in particular was very rude to me today. I asked her to store a hula-hoop I had carried with me to the gym and she just looked at me up and down. I get that I don't look like the typical "equinox gym goer" (I Wear sweatsuits and have very short hair- I am female, and I teach hula hoop lessons) but I pay my dues same as everyone else. a note for the front desk staff here- all that glitters isn't gold, treat everyone who Pay for service here with respect. read more

Honestly this gym is my favorite equinox location probably. Obviously it is expensive, but relative to other equinox Gyms in the city this one is a cool experience where it feels like you get what you pay for. My main qualms come from when signing up i was told i could get 2 guest passes per billing cycle (i'm billed monthly so i thought i had two per month) but it's 2 per YEAR and i used them both the first week thinking it was two per month. Then i tried to get my coworker a day pass for a trial as he was interested maybe in joining and i called twice and no one got back to me. read more

I actually real like this location since I'm in this area a lot, but I have an issue with the locker room staff. I really appreciate how "thorough" they are when it comes to maintaining the space, but it's gotten to the point where you can't even move around in there or shower in peace because they're ALWAYS doing something in the showers. Today it was changing the lightbulbs, yesterday it's standing around and chatting in the shower areas, or doing a massive scrub down of the stalls while people are just truing to get in and get out. I get that they're doing their jobs, but sometimes I just want to shower without having 2 staff members standing right in front of my shower. I don't have any issues like this at any other location except the Soho location. I don't know if this weird or just me, but I don't like to feel like I'm in their way, especially when I'm the one paying for a luxury gym experience: read more

Very spacious and clean. Could use another functional training system for how busy it can get!

Want a medical freeze? It's subject to their bias. Letters from Weill Cornell are insufficient. They want their $$$ however doesn't matter if you have a letter from your doctor. This equinox soho is the WORST. Since my previous review I stopped coming here because the place and staff are abysmal. Ooh dear they call me at 9am on Sunday. Screenshot attached because you can't make this up. ---- Not the place I initially joined. Been a member for several years and I would not recommend. The price tag is not equivalent to the service. Cancelled because the yearly price increase is not worth it. So many options these days why waste my time where there is always a shower queue. 3 years a member could never shower so never enjoyed that perk. If you're asking yourself if its worth it, it's not. Brand new car fades quite quickly. read more

Equinox SoHo - Who calls you on Sunday at 9am? Equinox Soho does. All of this for a medical freeze. - Gyms Near Me - New York, New York

Loved visiting the Equinox in Soho! The staff were accommodating, and warm. The gym has a beautiful, modern look, with a generous amount of equipment. The locker room were clean and well kept. They have great classes there, and good space to do your own stretches. And lastly, the Juice Generations here had a fun, attentive staff, that quickly made a delicious smoothie. Would definitely reccommend visiting this location! read more

This was the dirtiest Equinox I've been to yet! I usually go to different locations more uptown however I was in the area this weekend and decided to check out this location. Everywhere I went, the locker room, the group fitness room, even the stretching area, there was tons of hair! It takes a lot for me to be grossed out, but I couldn't get over this! None of the other Equinox locations are this bad! I took two group classes back to back and did not like either of the instructors. I've taken both classes at other locations and I thought the organization of the class was poor; neither instructor actually did the exercises with the class. The water pressure was awful as well. Overall, I did not have a good experience here and will be avoiding this location! read more

First, this gym needs a renovation badly!! For $250/month you have an awful old shower zone and some equipment that needs an update. The worst thing about this location, however, is the management. They genuinely don't care about their members and the condition of the gym. If you meet one of them at the front desk, you may be sure the rudest person will be the manager. ( Dre is name of the worst one ) They constantly ask you for feedbacks but nothing is ever done. They don't even bother answer your emails addressing the concerns. Just be prepared that it's " take it or leave it" kind of place P.S. when you will resign ( and you will do it sooner than you think) keep in mind that it's 45 days cancellation notice BUT they will drag your application for about a week, so they can charge you for longer than 45 days. My 45 days became actual 52 read more

Like everyone else has mentioned recently, Equinox is getting your money unless you have a notarized letter with witnesses detailing you tried to cancel your membership within 10 minutes of establishing it so long as you didn't drink water or use a towel. EQX is a complete waste of time unless there are literally no other gyms you can access...and this is Soho, so take that as you will. read more

I went to sign up for a month. when I go to inform them before next month I want to cancel im inform I sign up for 12 month commitment. they inform me that i was inform when the tour was done. no one told me. they do anything to lie and sign you up for commitment you not even aware of. the lies and the deception is disgusting. they only want money. read more

Welcome back to my Equinox shower Yelp series where I out myself on the Internet for being a weirdo that has showered in every neighborhood of this city. I've been checking out all of the Equinox locations and rating their showers because I found out that not all luxury locker rooms are created equal. SoHo is a good ~vibe~ and maybe that's because there are so many beautiful people there or because the windows made the gym look so big and bright on the Saturday morning I spent there. In the locker room, there's a row of the big showers with the extra space to keep your towels and stuff of which I'm such a fan, but there is also a row of the single-wide small ones that are less than ideal, yet still efficient. I, of course, had to take a small stall since a Saturday morning rush is, like, a /thing/ in the Equinox community. It was fine. I'm ranking it above Greenwich Ave's dismal space but below my faves at East 92nd and Williamsburg. The definitive Equinox shower power ranking (so far): 1. Williamsburg 2. East 92nd 3. SoHo 4. Greenwich Ave read more

*puts on fancy work out pants I've had the pleasure of coming here several times on my instructor's pass and thoroughly enjoyed his classes because they were fun ( although usually packed). The pass entitled me to hang out as long as I wanted afterward, which I usually wouldn't do because the gym is sooo crowded. I don't just mean crowded with people, I mean crowded with things and whatnot. Like no space can be spared. I'm a member of Blink, Equinox's poor cousin that they own, and I must say for my $15 I get a lot more (and a lot less). Let's compare and contrast, shall we? Equinox - $200+ a month - fancy wood paneled locker rooms...ooooh... - Kiehls products you can go to town on in said locker rooms - towels! ( I was a Y member before Blink so I have never had the experience of having towels you can just toss around all over the place) - nice equipement and large studios to take classes in - a nice place to sit and wait for friends and whatnot - lots of treadmills and ellipticals. None had their own screens though, there area bunch of monitors hanging from the ceiling where you can switch to what you want to listen to - fancy pants clientele - a Witchcraft, which was a juice bar before Blink (and any cheap competitor) $15-20, depending on level of membership - no towels, but it's cheap - depending on your blink there are a ton of treadmills, etc. that have their own t.v. with cable. There is usually a section like Equinox though, with some screens with a more limited selection - usually not a wait if it's crowded, depending on location - nerdy clientele - free water from water fountains I guess if I didn't have to pay for my own health insurance or something I would get an Equinox membership, but I'd rather spend $15 and not go to the gym every once in a while. Nice place, but it's a lot for what you get. Other locations might be nicer. I just felt a little claustrophobia every time I went. read more

This place is absolutely amazing!!!!!! If you know, you know. Daily peace, daily relaxation at Equinox SOHO. The service here is excellent and impeccable!!! read more

I've been a member for 5 months at various lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Equinox locations. The culture is to discourage members from using the gym unless they are paying for their useless trainers. And the management will do absolutely nothing; just an empty corporate sorry statement below this review! Google: Equinox Fitness Club Lawsuit Before you get locked into a 12 month, $250+ monthly contract; read a few Google reviews, from just the lower Manhattan and Brooklyn locations, specifically on the trainers monopolizing the equipment, making fun of member, rudeness and overcrowding! https://goo.gl/maps/MZbqP8S1E4N2 https://goo.gl/maps/k7EVtBPQ8wE2 https://goo.gl/maps/5hedMbEzmtq https://goo.gl/maps/Fd6YxF8r4Bn https://goo.gl/maps/27RPaeBrfpE2 https://goo.gl/maps/ULqGttTVB2o https://goo.gl/maps/rqxaizAW9Y92 https://goo.gl/maps/mHWdVMFXxNS2 https://goo.gl/maps/voGKiifEJQu https://goo.gl/maps/K5t223XneiE2 Now for my experience at Soho. Last Monday, trainer Josh, stepped between me and the cable cross machine while I was holding the grips, about to starting my 4th set. Just to remove a rubber band and toss it to the side. Went I confronted him, he tried to act all fake and friendly asking me if I saw his setup? His client wasn't anywhere near the equipment and the gym had just open. He specifically has made fun of me in the past for using the assisted pull up machine, earlier this year so I was not buying his BS. He also touched my leg while talking to me for some weird reason. There was no reason for him to block my set and when I wrote to management and the corporate headquarters, nothing was done, and they don't care! The trainers also waste their clients time with useless exercises like ball slams. Throwing a 15 lb beanbag ball down, with the force of gravity, using momentum, works nothing. This is why after months of training they look the same. One can easily YouTube an actual workout or just take the group classes. The only good thing about Equinox is there gyms are clean except when people stand on the benches and don't wipe them down afterwards. Their app is great and the group classes. After my 12-month contract is up I'll try another brand. read more

I've been a member of a few gyms before joining equinox. I originally started out at NYSC in soho, went to crunch, was a long time member of David Barton before they went bankrupt. When they went bankrupt, the only other gym in soho was equinox. I tried a trial, fell in love and join the gym. First off, the gym is clean. There is always someone wiping machines, seats or something every 30 minutes. Plenty of wipe stations for people to also wipe the equipment down before/after use. The equipment is new and up to date. Plenty of free weights and squat stations. A few bench stations as well. Plenty of treadmills and elliptical as well as 4 stair masters for the cardio enthusiast. The main sell for me was the locker rooms. There were plenty of kiehl's amenities to use. The shower stalls were spacious and clean. The steam room helps you relax and circulate after a long hard session. I've been a member for a year and definitely love not only this, but a few other locations I've been to as well. The only con here is the price. If you want to be able use the soho location, you have to get the all-access membership which will run you 235/month. I'd highly recommend you wait till near holidays to join if you plan to. They usually waive the initiation fee during those promos and you can save about $5-600 dollars! A good join if you have the money for it. read more

Okay I LOVE Equinox because all the instructors are freaking fantastic and they work your ass off. But this location is my LEAST favourite out of the ones I've been to - I like UES (newest one) and Grand Central the best. This one is a bit too dirty for me - EEKS! The shower doesn't have the built in wooden board and not to mention it was just so damn dirty. All the showers were taken except one but I was like F it, I am going to go in even though I saw 2 dirty towels left on the floor, 5 used razors and 2 cans of shaving cream left on the stool. WTF - how leggy was this person that she had to use 2 cans of shaving cream and 5 damn disposable razors? (Kill the Earth, why don't you!) Anyways, as I was in there I noticed a HUGE massive wad of hair stuck to the shower wall....ewwwwwwwwwwwwww! Does anyone ever clean this place? I didn't feel clean at all, even though I was trying to get myself clean. read more

My friend got me a guest pass to work out while I was in town on business. The place is big and cavernous and has lots of machines and TVS. We worked out on the rowing machines and then did our Pilates session in the empty class room. No one bugged us. :) The bath/locker rooms are clean and well lit with nice touches like free shampoo and stuff. But the best part of working out in NYC is the people watching. In LA, gym goers are all decked out and looking like models and actors. In NY, they are hipsters with super bright clothes and shoes and surly expressions. Love it! read more

I love coming to this Equinox. It's close to the apartment, and the company offers upscale amenities that make working out that much more enjoyable. My favorite class was the cycling class: hot pursuit. I throughly enjoyed it and thought it was engaging for the entire duration. Nice work Equinox! Oh, and the smoothies and juices on the first floor are great on your way out. read more

The soho franchise is well equipped with the latest gym necessities, shower spa amenities, and best of all a juice press right downstairs where you can recharge after a productive session. Live healthy read more

I like the class and the facilities, but it would be great if they don't play music by R.Kelly.... they need to alert all locations to stop playing his music in class. Please get educated about what is going on. read more

I came here on a 2 day free guest pass, being a member of the Equinox gyms in Los Angeles, I wanted to work out while in town in NYC and tried out the SoHo location which was closest to my hotel. Located in a pretty posh shopping district off of Broadway this multi level gym is more vertically arranged as is the norm for the crowded city. The main check in desk is on the third floor, same level as the main workout area which is much larger on the inside than what you'd expect coming in. Men's locker room, annoyingly is one floor up, next to the yoga classrooms, i'm guessing the women get a little pampering having their lockers on the same floor as the main gym. Quality of the machines, facilities and service is pure Equinox all the way, and not shockingly, the physical fitness and attractiveness of the clientele is even more impressive than the LA area gyms I've been to. Locker rooms are pretty spacious and well kept as well, showers are the newer variety with the wooden floors, sadly no tv/lounge area to cool down after a workout or shower. My first experience w a NY Equinox has been a positive one and I'll defiitely make arrangements to get back on the guestlist next time I'm in the city. read more

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Needless to say, in light of my review, it comes as no surprise to me that this is the motivational quote I was greeted with upon opening the Equinox app. read more

Equinox SoHo - Needless to say, it comes as no surprise to me that this is the motivational quote I was greeted with upon opening the Equinox app. - Gyms Near Me - New York, New York

I have been a member for 15 plus years, but sadly the concierge @Equinox is not interested inequitable rates for all members. They provide corporate discounts. What about those who don't have the luxury to work for corporate America? Should we not also get equitable rates and have access to the same services at Equinox? Concierge @Equinox is quick to dismiss you and cancel your membership. read more

This review is going to be unfair because it's based on one single experience with a membership adviser. Keep in mind that I haven't seen the inside of the actual gym past the reception area. But it is my opinion that the people a company chooses to hire says a lot about that company. That being said, I. do. not. like. Equinox. So my friend and I decided that we wanted to join a gym around work so we could go together right afterwards. This Equinox is the closest one, being literally half a block away (we work on Crosby street) so it was worth checking out, right? We get to the front desk where we ask the unsmiling employee about who we can talk to to give us a tour. He calls Phil, who leads us directly to his office a few feet away. He goes on and on about how Equinox is the best, blah blah blah. Like it's a no brainer and there's no question about it. No tour, no nothing. I even ask him how big the place is, in hopes he might just show us around and he gives me a square footage. Okay, reeeeal helpful! So I'm supposed to give you $175 a month just based on the fact that some magazine rated you "the best" and you have "the best" trainer? Okay, so I tell him that I want to still consider my other options and he looks at me like I'm stupid or something. Like he's thinking, "Did I just not say we're the best?!" I don't know about everyone else but personally, I don't care about going to "the best gym in the world". I want to go to an awesome gym where the people aren't going to be arrogant douchebags. I already have a feeling he's one of them and if he's the one who's helping people join, I'm sure he's not the only one. And get this: he says to my face, "I don't need you to join". This is pretty much the nail in the coffin. I want to tell my friend I want to just leave but she can't say no so she reluctantly gives him her card. He says she's have a 2 week trial and he looks like he's doing me the biggest favor in the world by giving me a weekend trial. In the end, we didn't go. My friend cancelled her membership. We went to blink a few blocks away (also by Equinox but for a MUCH lower rate) and everybody was just SO super nice. The guy at blink (Richard I believe) gave us a very informed and entertaining tour, didn't pressure us to join at all. We even tried David Barton where I expected them to be pretentious because it's also expensive there and that wasn't what we got at all! I'd understand if I got disrespected at Forever 21 or a Dunkin Donuts. Those people probably make close to minimum wage. But come on?! For a place like Equinox where people $175 a month just to go there? I expected much better, much much better. I may not have joined but I could have told my friends about how great the adviser was or they could tell their friends. Or I could have joined at a later time. Or there could be some people looking at this review and thinking about it in their decision to join. But Phil, you ruined it all. read more