Just moved to the area and was recommended this Old School gym to try out. I went to do the free…read moreweek trial pass and it was easy and simple process. The weights on the bottom near the boxing ring are mainly free weights,pulley systems, and some machines. All the equipment are pretty close to each other but I didn't mind it. When you first walk-in there are more open racks and a small field to do tire flips or walking lunges etc. the top half is mainly machines and cardio equipment. I was able to use the treadmill and watch some boxing matches which was pretty cool! The men's bathroom/locker room was pretty standard and clean. I went on a Wednesday evening and it wasn't too crowded. I was able to use any machine that I wanted to without waiting. Overall a really cool experience and well taken care of gym.

I love Ford's! Everytime I am in Madison I make a point to visit. Such an amazing vibe. Ford's…read moreis what a gym should be. Great people, high energy, and place to work hard. Absolutely love it!

I love Supreme! Excellent classes. Outstanding staff. Clean facility. I have made many friends…read morehere.

I started ten years ago when I retired. Over time I have reduced the time and intensity of my…read moretraining. In the past I've been a serious marathon runner, 2:52 for my first, 2:30 for my PRs. I started thinking I might race some again butter the club offered a pleasant environment to train, broaden my training to more strength and things that help in aging and Supreme was a great plane. It has all the equipment with staff to help, has good classes with a lot of interesting and friendly people, many of whom are still there a decade later. It lacks almost entirely the annoying lot loud, inconsiderate types I have seen in other places. They pricing is very competitive and I even got my non-athletic wife to work with a trainer and now she has started with it for a year and a half, which is surprising and important fitter our family as we age.

Amazing gym with a wide variety of machines for strength training and cardio equipment. Pool, sauna…read moreand steam room are amazing. I wish they had more than 2 smith machines though as they are very popular machines and I typically always have to wait. Would be nice if they posted hours/closings for holidays on the website and Facebook page so you can plan accordingly for that. Frustrating that some members slam weights and do not re-rack weights as it is posted on signs all over the gym. Exercise classes are great and so if the rooftop area!

I recently went in there for a trial pass. They have some updates, however, their light workout…read moremachines are still the same that they've had since they opened I don't know how many years ago. The heavyweight lifters corner still smells like the worst smell in the world you can think of. I see they have a private area for women so they don't have to endure sexism. The one week that I was in there, I had a guy look at me really weird and felt uncomfortable. It's just not the place that it was when it opened. Except for figuring your membership cost out in two minutes to be everything you've gotten in your pocket.

Visited Capital Fitness as a drop-in while in Madison for work. This place is awesome; they have…read morenearly all of the equipment you could want, including a TON of squat racks and lifting platforms, they have a reasonable drop-in fee, the locker-rooms are clean and spacious, and they even took me on a tour to show me everything. I'll definitely consider dropping in again the next time I'm in Madison!

Great gym! Good benefits like a sauna and with an upgraded membership you can join pilates/yoga…read moreclasses which are amazing

If you take strength training seriously, this is the best gym in Madison. They have tons of…read moreequipment. Some of my favorite things they have that you dont see at every gym: weighted sled, bars made specifically for different lifts, micro plates, heavy clamps, the list goes on... Theyre never crowded (at least compared to Gold's Gym in Fitchburg). Ive waited for a bench to open up once and ive shared a deadlift platform a few times but thats it. The atmosphere is great too. They have dank lifting memes all over the place, a life-sized yoda replica, and a john cena cut out. They play loud metal and rap music all day too. The gym is 24 hours. If you come at odd hours, you might get the gym to yourself and have to let yourself in with a key fob. They dont have group fitness or a swimming pool though, so look elsewhere if you need those things. Also, if you get intimated easily by people who are stronger than you, maybe look somewhere else. Despite how strong and experienced most of the clients are, everybody ive met so far has been very friendly and helpful. I find the other lifters to be inspiring instead of intimidating, so i suggest you give Madtown Fitness a try if youre trying to take your strength to the next level.

Visited Madison this weekend to see an old college friend and checked out Madtown Fitness after…read morelooking at a few places in Madison. I don't think I can say enough positive things about this place. I went to their new location on the east side so I am specifically mentioning that gym. Atmosphere- unreal. Perfect warehouse type gym that is extremely motivating for those that take fitness seriously. Staff- Dan, one of the owners, was very helpful and got us set up for the day immediately. He showed us how to use a few of the pieces of equipment as well since there are some machines that I have never seen before. This is a testament to the care that these people take in selecting equipment. Equipment- I have been to dozens of gyms since I travel for work and Madtown had the best selection of strength equipment I have ever seen. If you powerlift, bodybuild, or do any combination of the two this place is perfect. If you want to watch TV and walk on the treadmill, sit in a steam room, or have a pool the this place isn't for you. If I didn't live over an hour away I would have signed a life long contract here. Rates are reasonable and this is the first serious gym I have been to that gives access 24/7 while having 2 locations. Seriously check this place out if you want to make changes to your body.

Good variety of strength and cardio equipment. I love the free weight room set up and that there…read moreare 3 smith machines. Pool, sauna and steam room area are great. I love the variety of workout classes here too. Also nice that they have a women's only area upstairs! Only thing though is that when I signed up I was told that I could bring the same person up to 8 times in one year. However, when I brought the same guest in a second time they said that wasn't allowed for a free pass and I was very upset about this misinformation. I brought it up to management and I do not believe anything was ever done about it. Furthermore, an out of town guest always has to pay for a guest pass which is another thing I was not told about when I signed up.

The club itself is nice. Seems clean overall and reception is always friendly. Haven't had a bad…read moreexperience with other guests. Bathrooms/showers are usually well kept, lockers are large, and the classes are fun. My only complaint is that the last time I went to use the pool, the room smelled strongly of urine. It was not a pleasant area to be in. I don't know if this is normal for this location as I am still new- but I just could not get over that smell.

I almost hate to review, because I don't want the secret out. I only go to the Fitchburg facility…read more I was a member of EastY for decades, but this is so much better. The only downside for me is the commute to Fitchburg. As a swimmer, the pools were the selling point. Not huge, but they are all salt-water. Indoor 4 lane, indoor warm-water pool and outdoor 3 lane with adjacent shallow area means lots of options and a good way to direct people toward type of activity. It's not a facility that is geared toward kid memberships or programs, which is nice if you want people and facilities focused on fitness. I feel like there are a number of triathletes working out here. They do have a Masters Swim Club as well, which I might try. During COVID, they closed and cleaned every day for an hour, and I've seen that they've been maintaining the twice-daily cleaning schedule without closing (2:30pm and 8:30pm). I feel like the surfaces stay pretty clean, and there isn't excessive debris in the pool. Downside is that they aren't always the best communicators about how they are changing things up--more than once I've headed to the pool to discover the lanes are being used for a private lesson or a group class (like a Sunday night by the pool yoga). The upside to that is that they're working on finding ways to encourage fitness and interest, so kudos there.

These folks are clean. Service Oriented. Eager to serve…read more The class schedule is something of a drawback BUT met my needs. The bootcamp classes could be included but seems like no one does it YET they had free trials this May & June but all in all.... Location = 5 Whirlpool, Sauna, Steam Room = 5 Hours = 4 (sometimes 24 hours would work) Deals = 4 Service = 5 Cleanliness = 10+

When great equipment, great staff, and a chill atmosphere combine, you get Wisco Barbell Club…read more I've only been a member for a short period but they have already made me extremely impressed. Since my arrival, they have been making great improvements and they are always thinking of ways to improve the place further (they recently added a sauna!). They are very people focused and work hard to maximize the experience of everyone who walks in the door (they take great interest in everyone they train personally and provide the help that is necessary for reaching goals). There is a lot of friendly people at the gym and it is a very safe environment for those who are nervous about getting in to lifting/exercising.

Impossible to cancel and don't hear back from them omg. Facility is OK but I haven't been able to…read morecancel for months

Harbor Athletic Club has been a wonderful place for our family for several years now. The staff in…read moregeneral are great but there will always be a special place in our hearts for all those who run the kids programming. Within a week or two, they knew our kids names and welcomed them as they came in the door. Highly recommended! The space got a major remodel in 2020.

I'm 64 and the past several years have been very stressful. While "exercise and eat right" are…read moremantras in public health, it's hard to do when one has chronic pain and stress. I found Harbor last October. The warm pool has helped me exercise without the pain of other workouts. I've lost 30 pounds in 9 months and I have made friends with some true "early birds" who make my time there even more enjoyable. The staff and patrons are truly an exception to my experiences with other gyms. I feel welcomed, not judged, and so happy with my personal progress. Thank you HAC.

The "shell" is close to my home and has some cool amenities- an ice rink, 4 basketball courts, a…read more200m track, and exercise equipment (although not extensive). My only issue is that I don't think it has been updated since I went to college in the '90s. While I am all for "keeping it real", the joint could use some spiffing up.

Next to Camp Randall Stadium. This facility has an indoor track, weights, cardio machines, rowing…read moremachines, and even a table tennis area. There is an indoor ice skating rink as well. Get your sweat on and show 'em how to Bucky!