I enjoy the friendly staff always being helpful. The gym has plenty of free weights without any noise restrictions

Gym: 3.5/5 Customer Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 4/5 Dick and Balls: 0/5 (completely absent; fresh) First impression, this place might not seem like much, but after working out here it's got everything you need and avoids all the stupid bullshit that raises fees at "nicer" gyms. Also, they keep this place colder than Eskimo hole, so not only does it not smell like dick and balls but you probably won't stink up your dick and balls working out here. read more

After 16 years at Houston Gym, I continue there because it is a great place to work out -- cost effective, no nonsense, not intimidating! The patrons are people serious about their exercise, and the trainers are great -- including Aldric McCardell who motivates me to push myself to stay in shape! read more

I had to find a new gym after my old gym suddenly closed. This gym is very no nonsense with all of the weightlifting equipment that you would need and a lot of treadmills, a couple of ellipticals, a stair master, and a rower. There was one group fitness studio that I didn't check out but all classes are included in the membership. The only thing I miss from my old gym is a functional area for stretching and floor movements. There's really not much space for that. The Staff was very kind and open to answering all of my questions. Prices are very competitive And I think they fairly reflect the services given. read more

Houston Gym - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

Initial review: 2nd month, no regrets. This is a real gym, with actual athletes, not a night "club," simple and true. Updated review: I initially gave this gym 5 stars, admittedly this was my thought after contending with less than desirable gyms in the area. My final review is "average" 2.5 (or 3) out of 5. Pros: Staff Location Clean Less crowded than other gyms in the area Home to Tina Chandler (IFBB Pro) Cons: Price with additional fees Limited space; Cluttered Limited equipment Clients (Be prepared for people to walk right in the middle of your set) *Training/Nutrition I would recommend being selective if you elect to use a trainer or take nutrition advice from this gym. The training style is less fitness/muscle and more rehabilitation. If you seek muscle development, based on my observations over the year, this is not the right staff or facility. I observed heavy use of bands, limited use of free weights, and trainers that are on their phones and chit-chat versus being attentive to the workout. I do not include Tina Chandler in this observation, she is a knowledgeable elite IFBB Pro. read more

Not to be confused with Houston Gem (a jewelry store), Houston Gum (a candy store), Houston Gams (Barbie), Houston 'Gram (local insta), Houston Grim (a Halloween store), Houston Jem (a hologram store), Houston OB-GYN (you know what that is), or Houston Jim (a dude named Jim from Houston). I have very mixed feelings about the Houston Gym. On the one hand, they were nice enough to tell me that I could come in for a free workout. On the other hand, when it came time for the free workout, they were so busy that I didn't even bother asking. And when I say busy, the owner was busy arguing with a client over payments not being canceled - loudly and aggressively. The patrons were wall to wall packed in like sardines even during Corona, which doesn't bother me personally. It's very claustrophobic and hot here, and they say it's for people who are serious about working out, but having space and air conditioning doesn't have to mean you're not serious. I like space and AC and look at me (hi). They do have some good equipment, also some broken and old stuff, but at the same time the free weights for example are kind of in disrepair, and in a tiny area, is so small that I almost got bashed with them just trying to walk through the area. Then there's the fact that I heard the owner having a profane argument with a customer about billing and cancellation that sounded nothing short of ridiculous. That conversation would be enough for me to give one star. Having said all that, it's a nice little gem and it was nice of them to offer a free session to me. They get at least 3 for that, considering they're a local business. I decided to bump it up by a single star only because they really do have some of the best looking, ripped, plastic-body and hard body gym-goers around. Some of the women here with their enhancements and physiques made Barbie really feel at home, and so she liked it a lot for that reason. She says it's because she likes to not be the only one people are looking at (because of her scandalous outfits and body type and show-offiness), and that she felt at home because there were other girls of her "type" working out here, whereas a Planet Fitness or a YMCA and most other places, wouldn't have many or any of them. read more

Houston Gym - Named after Whitney Houston - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

This used to be the "baddest" gym in town. Not any longer. Now, no gym etiquette, and not only do the people who go there wear way too much cologne, now the trainers are walking around smelling like they used the entire perfume/cologne bottle. This is a gym, not Neiman Marcus. And that's a stretch. It's horrible cheap cologne. It's not the club. And the worst is, it really affects other people working out who have allergies and get migraines. Rude. read more

Great gym, staff and location. No pressure just serious workouts. Knowledgeable helpful trainers and a terrific group of members. Join you'll be thrilled . read more

Best gym in Houston. Welcoming and friendly atmosphere for all ages and body types. outrageously well equipped with workout equipment. Staff are great. Knowledgeable and effective trainers. read more

Great gym, great staff, great community. Positive vibes and motivating atmosphere. I've found it easy to get in shape because I actually enjoy showing up to the gym read more

Great vibe, super friendly people. The equipment isn't new but is extremely functional and they're on top of any breakages.

Good small gym for with a good selection of older school equipment. Has a blend of elite and beginner lifters.

My photo is of the membership fees, not bad but not great. I went in for a day pass and it was a cool place. They are definitely going for the gritty vibe, the equipment is all kinda old but works well still. read more

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You have to love Houston Gym!!! They have excellent trainers and staff!! Very clean and every weight machine I could ask for! Best Gym in Houston!!! read more

Came here for the weekend and it was Nice, clean and friendly gym!! Highly recommend it for a great workout read more

Houston Gym - Gyms Near Me - Houston, Texas

Love this gym! John took care of me on a guest pass and I had to sign up for a membership after my experience. Dope atmosphere and friendly staff read more

I've been with this gym for quite a few years and have always found a great atmosphere and a commitment to members with all levels of fitness. I particularly want to call out my trainer Jarvis Thompson who has helped me make incredible progress over the past several months. I highly recommend this gym especially if you are looking for a weightlifting gym and a more intimate space that is not a chain. read more

When I travel it is usually hard to find the perfect gym to workout in but this gym is amazing! If you're looking for a gym, look no more. I promise you won't regret it. Thank you Huston Gym for the hospitality! Adam made it a wonderful experience. read more

This place really help led me get stronger. I had a couple of goals, and I needed to get more toner for the upcoming summer. The trainer there really helped me out, and they really worked on my goals. Whether it was fitness, nutrition, or just waking up early, they helped me become stronger and I feel a lot better because of it. read more

Houston Gym was nice, clean and had all the equipment I needed. John and the staff were very helpful and accommodating!

So first off, I had left this gym at some point and my trainer I had was a trainer by the name of Travis P. At some point after I left this gym, I was dating someone and referred him to this trainer. Travis had started rescheduling based on "being too tired" or whatever other excuses he gave. From there it became flirting, YES FLIRTING! Comments that nobody should hear from their trainer when they are trying to achieve fitness goals! I will be posting these texts he received and mind you the way my bf (of that time) would describe his comments and the way he would look at him or touch him (feeling inappropriate), the whole thing became a nightmare. Based on these texts you can imagine what else he'd been saying or doing. Example of another time he verbally/sexually harassed my bf was telling him how "he is right handed but jerks off with his left hand." Isn't that just SICK!?!? I mean what trainer says "they will be sad to see their client's belly go!?" Imagine if this was your Bf or Gf!!! What would you do!? And the reason I'm posting this is because they charged me for training after I quit my training last year, so here I am posting this because they are also awful as a business/gym! read more

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For ~$45 a month you get a solid, no-nonsense gym with plenty of DBs, BBs, and cable machines. Huge fan of this gym. Not pretentious. Not showy. Just get in, get out, and get your business done. Go in the early morning (5am-7am) if you want to avoid the post-work crowd. There are plenty of treadmills and cardio machines, as well as two upstairs platforms. One has plenty of exercise balls and stretching machines, while the other has treadmills, stair climbers, a rowing machine, and a room for yoga and stationary cycling. Staff is friendly and courteous. Bathrooms have showers and lockers. Always clean. read more

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I've been a member of this gym since February, and have been training with Justin Nelson for the past couple of months. Generally, the crowd here means business. It's a friendly atmosphere should you decide to crawl out of your personal-space bubble every once in a while. This gym has everything you need to get a great workout in, plenty of space (provided you go at the right time), and someone is always looking out for you. Trainers are everywhere should you have a question or concern. As far as my training is concerned, I had reached a point in my fitness journey where my progress/motivation started to stagnate. Justin found me, and has since been an incredible wealth of information. I've worked with a couple of other trainers in the past, and as a woman, have been told what my goals should be (go figure it's always been cardio/weight loss). He listens to what YOU want for yourself and works up a plan to get there. He learns how to explain things to you in a way that you will understand. He understands that you are an individual. Your body doesn't work the same way everyone else's does. You can tell when someone is passionate about what they do. Justin is a gem. read more

I love the gym and the staff. The gym has everything I need to reach my goals and I love the set-up. The staff knows their craft and truly the friendliest group of people you'll find anywhere. They create an amazing atmosphere for self-betterment. read more

best gym in town hands down staff and trainer are amazing the gym is very clean they are on top of everything very sanitized the group classes are even amazing you must try read more

Spoke to someone one the phone yesterday, set an appointment at 5 am , left my name, phone number, and specifically asked if they were taking new members and he says yes. Arrive this morning and all the guy at the front desk says is "sorry brah ain't taking new members". Seems like it would have been pretty easy to call me and tell me not to go there at 5 am. read more

I found this gym in August when I was fed up with LA Fitness and the way they chose to handle safety and sanitation during COVID-19. I am absolutely OBSESSED with Houston Gym. From the minute I joined I have always been greeted by friendly staff, personal trainers and the owner who is great. I look forward to working out there and I am grateful that I found a gym that has a sense of community. Everyone is cheering on each other at this gym and I have never felt more safe and at home than I do at Houston Gym. I am extremely satisfied with my experience here I would recommend this gym to anyone who is looking to begin or continue their fitness journey. Not only will you be taken care of here but you can also be assured that they care about you and your well being ESPECIALLY during a global pandemic. read more

I started going to Houston Gym in February (2020). From the first time I walked in I felt at home. I've lost 14 lbs since then with the help of my trainer. I love how kind the staff is and they always acknowledge you when you come in and leave and sometimes I stay just to chat with them! I've been to other larger gyms and just felt extremely intimidated but at this gym I feel very comfortable. It's just a great place with great people! Highly recommend! read more

Simple and straightforward. People here know their stuff and there is plenty of regulars. read more

Should give 0 stars. Equipment is old and rusted. No space for a proper workout. Was mislead about the terms of membership and ended signing up for a 2 year agreement when I intended on month to month. Someone clearly lied about it. Tried to cancel and had to pay a $100 cancellation fee on top of another month of membership. I then was billed for 2 months for some unknown reason. I called a manager about why 2 months had been billed, and he gave some nonsensical answer about how 30 days is equal to two months. He was extremely rude by the way because I asked him to explain his math. This is a garbage gym and there are plenty of better ones in the area. read more

This is a great old school gym, there's not many like them around anymore. I was in town for work and they accommodated me very well, the 3 days pass was easy to get and the front desk staff was very helpful. I wish I lived in Houston so I could make this my regular gym. read more

Everyone gets one star, even if you're terrible, so I gave this Gym 2 stars because the people there are very friendly and welcoming. HOWEVER.... this is a small little gym that has the dreaded sales department. Why can't gyms just post their rates and let people come in and sign up? Instead, you get the used car sales treatment. I wanted a 2 month, or month-to-month membership. The sign in the parking lot says $14/month... so I stop in. I'm greeted by a friendly staff, who introduces me to an equally friendly sales guy who takes me upstairs and tells me that the down payment on a month to month membership is $275, but he can cut that in half for me. Pssh! I politely decline and he says "wait here, let me go see how much a two month membership is (instead of month to month). He leaves the room and comes back with $175. Ha! I'll drive the extra couple of miles to LA Fitness for $35/ month. read more

We've been going to this gym for a while and never had any issues. The trainers are awesome and the people that go there are very respectful. Last Monday, however, our car was broken in to, In the middle of the day in broad day light and parked on the wall closest to the building itself. They have 24 hour surveillance signs posted everywhere yet their day guard was out for eye surgery (something that is clearly scheduled out) and they didn't hire anyone else to replace him for the time being. When we talked to them about looking at the security camera tapes we were told that the camera was conveniently not aimed anywhere near our car. So now I'm out $300 dollars for a window and another $300 dollars for personal valuables. Their offer was an apology and 1 free month...1...because $75dollars will pay for at the least my window....it won't. So think about that before you guys join. read more

Summary: High pressure sales, contract impossible to cancel, gym just so-so without all the bells and whistles you can find elsewhere for less money. Did you find it odd that they don't disclose pricing online or over the phone? That's because they want you to go there in person so they can look you over and make a personalized sales pitch. I fell for it! The Y downtown is sooooo much nicer, but the high pressure sales pitch at the Houston Gym is hard to resist, especially when they start talking about your weight loss goals or your eating habits. So, then you sign this contract for a gym that costs more than the Y but has fewer amenities. The Y has a steam room, a pool, child care, hot tub, and adequate parking (none of which you will find at the Houston Gym). Before you sign the contract READ THE FINE PRINT! Is it really a one year contract? Nope - it automatically renews every year unless you cancel. But cancellation isn't all that easy. Is their a cancellation fee? YUP! $200 cancellation fee. How do you cancel? You have to send a cancellation notice in writing via certified mail to a certain address. Try to cancel any other way (like regular mail, email, or a phone call) and they might just ignore your request and keep charging you because you agreed to those terms when you signed the contract. After they lock you in with a one year automatically renewing contract in which the rates automatically increase every year (yup), if you want to cancel, they make that just as difficult even if you have a legitimate reason for cancellation. You cannot call and cancel your membership over the phone. They want you to come in personally, again. Do you wonder why? Again, its so they can convince you not to cancel. I had to cancel my membership because I was relocating to another city. I called and told them that I was moving and they said that they couldn't cancel me over the phone - that I would have to come in in person. I said "No, I told you I am moving out of Houston." Then I was told that a manager would call me back within thirty minutes to discuss whether I could cancel over the phone. Then I tried sending a message through their website messenger, saying that I wanted to cancel my membership. No, they don't provide an actual email address on their website so you can't document your requests by sending emails :( So I finally called the gym again and asked to speak with the manager. They transferred me over to him (Matt). The early termination fee was $199 ($215.42 after taxes) and he wouldn't waive the fee for me even though I have no choice but to cancel due to the move. So, I had to pay $215.42 for absolutely nothing. read more

I wish I could give them no stars. Be careful with these guys, they only want your money, and they will steal, cheat and do whatever it takes to get it. I've been a member at the Houston Gym for over a year. I signed up for a 6 month membership which then turned month to month. I saw a personal trainer 3 days a week. The trainer who I'd been working with for over a year was fired, and I had just signed up for another round of 3 months training. A total for $900. When my trainer was fired out of the blue, I decided to leave the gym and move to his new location. When I went to get a refund on my $900 worth of training I had not used they refused to give me a refund. On top of that, when I cancelled my membership they made me pay another $175 cancellation fee on top of the 900 they wouldn't refund. In addition, two of my friends just moved out of state, and they had also been members of the gym. They cancelled their membership and even with the move the gym would NOT refund them ANY MONEY. They lost 150 in membership fees as well as over $400 in personal training. THIS PLACE IS ONLY OUT TO GET YOUR MONEY. Horrible customer service, no integrity,, no respect. STAY AWAY! Trust me, please don't do business with these guys. Their moto is money in, no money out. read more

A buddy turned me on to this place and I liked this Gym. The atmosphere isn't bad, its a little cramped - but it's a small neighborhood gym so to be expected. Location - was in a good spot for me. Not much open space area if any except for a small room upstairs. My Gripe - Beware of the sales guys. The entire time before I signed up they were talking about annual specials, 12 month deals, yearly auto bill pay...blah...blah. I threw down a big deposit and signed a contract. Well they threw a fast one by me because the contract was for 24 months instead of 12 months we had been discussing. I moved after 12 months and currently don't live anywhere near this gym. No questions asked they will not work with me on my contract. I called the gym to just speak with the Salesman and they told me he had been fired. The manager wasn't helpful either but I'm sure he's just following orders..... Moral - Shame on me for signing the contract and not reading it thoroughly. At the same time I signed the contract in the middle of a trial workout and didn't think I would be ripped like that. I'm not going to throw this gym under the bus... because I'm sure any other gym you sign a contract with will stick it to you....but if your sales rep says one thing, and the contract says something else, some integrity would be expected to honor what your employee has negotiated with the customer. I haven't been there in probably 10 months, and am still paying to this day. read more

Houston gym is awesome! Aldric is my personal trainer, and he is great. All of the staff there is super friendly and helpful. I've hit personal fitness goals and continue to progress even further than I expected. Houston gym is good for beginners or those more advanced - there is something for everyone. read more

Great neighborhood gym! Staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, & always willing to help out. Low key facility with all of the equipment you need. It may not be the newest equipment, but it is all kept in working order. The membership price is affordable! read more

After 5 years, I finally cancelled my membership here. It was definitely like breaking up with a boyfriend...or moving cities and saying bye and leaving a familiar place. I LOVED Houston Gym. Sometimes I was there up to 6 times a week. I first signed up in 2007, before the Washington boom and before all those townhouses in Rice Military starting popping up. The gym was small and comfortable. It never got too crowded and I enjoyed the group class schedule. The staff were always personable and it was always a friendly atmosphere. The keyword being "WAS". At some point they stopped caring. I heard from people I know in the industry that the owner is selfish and only speaks and reads $$$$. The turnaround for trainers is just as bad as how often Paris Hilton changes sex partners. So if you get comfortable with your trainer, be prepared to either follow him/her to their next gym or accept a new replacement if and when they leave. They also switch around the classes and the group X instructors. There's only one fitness classroom, so once they change the schedule, you might have to make adjustments to your workout routine. I started getting fed up last year when they replaced a spin class with some pussy, non-sense Bollywood dance class. And then they replaced my favorite Zumba instructor (William) with some chick (what's-her-face) whose lack of energy and spunk killed any motivation to work out. I can say that with confidence because I was the only Zumba student in that class who has been there for 5 years. I've seen them all, and I've only seen it get worse. BEFORE YOU SIGN UP, READ UP: - Joining the gym means you are signing away your life to this gym for 2 years. You are obligated, by contract, to continue paying your monthly dues for 2 years. - IF you cancel (for whatever reason, they don't give a shit) you are liable to pay some ridiculous fee to break the contract - Even if you do break the contract, pay the fee OR if you cancel after the 2 years, observe your bank account like a hawk. Their shitty accounting system is known to continue billing you. Feel free to call and cuss them out if they do. - DO NOT PAY MORE THAN $30. God, why can't they come up with some fixed monthly rate like Fit Gym? Everyone I've spoken to at that gym pays a different range - anywhere from $18 - $50. I was paying $40 for 2 years until I found out a friend only paid $30. Once I confronted Houston Gym about it, they lowered it down to $30. The only thing about that gym that I miss is the convenience (3 min away) and my favorite instructors Joe Perez and Whitney. Also that Mexican parking attendant in the evenings who always says "hi" and gives me priority parking because I'm his "friend." Otherwise, I'm glad I made the switch to Fit Gym. Good riddance. read more

I enjoy being a member here. It's a small community gym with a friendly staff and good enough facilities for me. Yes, it's probably impossible to get out of the contract... Yes, the staff changes often... But isn't this ALL gyms? As far as I'm concerned people that work at gyms and are obsessed with the only the outside of their bodies are not that great on the inside. I just go in there and do my thing, don't really chat with others, and go on with my day. read more