I enjoy going to this gym. I have an amazing trainer, Linda, that I highly recommend. She makes it…read moreso fun and teaches me so many things. You should get this membership and try a personal trainer. Especially if you don't know where to start.

Outstanding service from the staff - very friendly and accommodating. Facility is well-maintained…read moreand has a comprehensive set of equipment.

If you're serious about your fitness, this studio is for you. The environment is welcoming,…read moreequipment is clean, and trainers are professional.

From the owner: We are a small community oriented fitness center located in beautiful Moodus Connecticut. We…read morespecialize in both personal and small group training, we offer a variety of high energy group fitness classes as well. If you are someone who likes to come in and follow your own routine, we also offer a lot of open gym hours. We truly have a fitness program for everyone regardless of age, experience or ability level. We design programs for busy adults looking to keep up with their kids, seniors who refuse to let their age limit their independence, and we even offer programs for high school and college athletes looking for that competitive edge next season!

I left for college and called to cancel my membership five times and still no one is helping me so…read moreI am paying $40 a month for a membership that I don't use and don't have the money for. so only come here if you don't ever plan on canceling your membership!

I absolutely love working with Brad at this gym. Being in my 60's, I wasn't sure if personal…read moretraining would be a good fit. I am very happy to report that it is a perfect fit. I had worked with a Trainer many years ago and ended up hurting my back. Brad always takes into consideration my arthritis in my neck and finds ways for me to build muscle, strength and balance. I am actually amazed at how my body is changing from the past 7 months or so of working with Brad. Get in there and meet with him, Jack or Grace. You will love it. It's a 30 minute window 2-3x per week when I don't have to focus on anything else. For someone who always has their mind going crazy, it's freaking awesome. The place is always clean and always welcoming.

I have taken classes with Marlene; and, I can confirm that she is an excellent teacher who is…read morededicated to Pilates and helping her students.

Pilates for Life is Pilates in its purist form. Marlene Powers not only owns and runs the studio,…read morebut teaches every class. Group lessons are taught on a mat, while machines are used for privates. Marlene continues to train with Joseph Pilates protégé Romana Kryzanowska and her dedication to True Pilates is exemplified by the constant tweaking of her techniques. Her knowledge of the positions and the body and her ability to get you to "go deeper" into your core, not to mention her devotion to her students, is unmatched. When I leave Marlene's class, my stomach is flatter and I stand taller--what's better?!? Classes: Mat - All Levels, Privates, Barrel Classes Atmosphere: Clean, bright, soothing Price: $19/per lesson. 15% discount for two or more sessions. (Full disclosure: Heidi has been going to Marlene for years and has never felt the inclination to wander).

Owner Lisa Connelly has morphed the muscles of many Shoreliners (including me) in her years here as…read morea personal trainer. A few years ago, she went out on her own with a boutique gym in Old Saybrook specializing in Pilates. I've tried the hoo-hoo-ha-ha many times and I know the workout has its diehard devotees, but it's simply not my thing. However, Barre is, and you can find it at Lisa's sweet gym. There's an air of Cheers to the place, as everyone in the small class I sampled seemed to be fast friends, and definitely on a first name basis. I like the atmosphere of inclusiveness that Lisa provides, and the workout with plenty of plies, squatting, strengthening and stretching was suited to all levels (which were all represented, too). Fab, too, was her 70's soul soundtrack that brought me right back to high school and made the harder exercises easier to bear. The hour flew by. Non-ballet dancers welcome. And p.s. Pilates practitioners will love it here.

If you like variety, Essex Pilates offers mat, ball, tower and reformer classes. Instructor and…read moreowner, Vicki Tobia, is STOTT certified and demonstrates a strong knowledge of classic Pilates exercises. The choices were so intriguing that, although my intention was to compare mat classes, I opted for a reformer class. It proved to be a nice change; the exercises were not unfamiliar, but the mechanism was different. Classes: mat and reformer (variety of levels), ball, tower and jumpboard reformer Atmosphere: Clean, colorful. Tucked off Main Street in Essex, like a toy store with lots of fun machines and colorful balls. Price: Mat and Ball $20 per class with discount for multiple classes.

I took a duet with Celeste, who is a phenomenal teacher. She instructs using a great rhythm and has…read morea lot of energy! The studio is beautiful, as well!

I have been working out at Personal Fitness for the past 10 months and am amazed at the results…read more I am fitter now than I was 20 years ago and stronger than I have ever been. Kevin, the owner, is extremely knowledgable, motivating, extremely concerned with safely helping you reach your fitness goals and funny too! I should mention that when I started working out there, I was suffering from intense shoulder pain but with Kevin's careful strengthening I am now pain free. If you want to change your life for the better, consider Personal Fitness Solutions.

From the owner: Personal Fitness Solutions is a semi-private personal fitness studio that will help you achieve…read moreyour fitness goals. Unlimited personal training is our most popular program. Stop paying high prices for a couple of sessions a week. Work out with a trainer 2x a week or 6x a week, it's all the same price. Classes available on Saturdays. Studio is open Monday thru Saturday by appointment only. We are convenient to Middletown, Killingworth, Haddam, East Haddam, Cromwell. Don't take your fitness and health for granted.

I've been a member for a few years now, going in the early morning. I've visited 5 or 6 other…read moreSnap's around the country and this is head and shoulders above the rest, even the newer one in Clinton. Like most 24-hour gyms, Snap suffers somewhat from the lack of square footage but makes the most of what it has. For example, Clinton pops a studio right in the middle of the floor space and the only way to make room is to eliminate machines. The Essex location has a full complement of equipment, and it's kept in good order. I'm not a cardio fan but I do notice that it's rare that a machine is out of service. When it does happen, the repairs occur in a timely fashion. It's certainly not the least expensive gym you can join (I also belong to WOW! Fitness for $10/mo) but it's reasonable and the location and 24-hour access justify it (who else is open at 4am?).

My teenage daughter got kicked out and was refused a day waiver to sign. Her and her girlfriend…read morepaid for two memberships however the ginger man at the desk (there's usually never anybody working) started raising an issue and telling the girls they were being sneaky. This location will be losing two customers that have been attending for 5+ years! Very unhappy and extremely unprofessional on the workers end.

My dogs love it here! Staff treat them like their own dogs. Don is amazing and went above and…read morebeyond to help me, but has always been great! Thank you so much! Highly recommended!

New Inn Kennels is fantastic. They take such good care of my three ( rescued) dogs. They give them…read morethe time and attention they need with amazing love and patience. My dogs love it here.