Jake and Dre are the best...their energy is unmatched and it seriously sold me on getting a…read moremembership the same day I tried JR for the first time with the day pass! Amazing vibes and all the equipment is clean and well maintained! Amentities are great and really make the membership worth it

I signed up for what John Reed presents as a month-to-month membership with 30 days' notice to…read morecancel. I cancelled the same day I joined, more than 30 days before my next billing date. I was then told there was a two-month minimum, which wasn't stated anywhere in the sign-up flow, and the membership agreement linked at checkout was, conveniently for them, a blank template. The filled-in agreement with the two-month term only appeared after I paid and asked to see it. I flagged this with the manager, Daria Leroy, across multiple emails over several months. Trying to resolve this with her was the worst part. She reviewed my screen recording showing the blank agreement, then wrote back claiming the terms were "clearly disclosed." She never once addressed the blank agreement, no matter how many times I raised it. Her own explanation admitted the two-month minimum isn't actually stated anywhere in the sign-up flow; it's pieced together from separate clauses. Then she declared the matter "thoroughly reviewed and addressed" and closed the conversation. The account is now with a collections agency over $150, which would have been fairly resolved if Daria and John Reed had even the slightest care for transparency and customer service. A manager like Daria, who looks at evidence of what I see as a deceptive sign-up flow, ignores it, and lets a member go to collections rather than fix a $150 problem, isn't someone to trust with your money, and neither is this gym. An incredibly misleading sign-up process backed by some of the worst customer service I have experienced. If you join, screenshot everything and ask to see an agreement that is actually filled in with your terms before paying.

I needed a place to stay in town for a night while my apartment was dealing with construction, and…read moresince I've considered becoming a member of the Los Angeles Athletic Club, I figured this was a pretty good way to test-drive the place. The best part of staying at the hotel is that you get full access to the club, including the gym, pool, locker rooms, spa, sauna, and Jacuzzi. I used the locker room, sauna, and Jacuzzi and really enjoyed all of it. Very nice facilities and definitely the part of the experience that makes staying here different from a normal hotel. The locker room was a little confusing as a first-timer. I had no idea where I was supposed to get a locker or exactly how everything worked, and I happened to arrive at a very busy time. There seemed to be some assumed etiquette that everyone else already understood. A 30-second explanation at hotel check-in would go a long way. The hotel room itself was incredibly clean. Like, noticeably clean. Honestly cleaner than a lot of Marriott properties I've stayed at recently. Beyond that, though, the room is pretty no-frills. Mine was right near the elevator, so it was noisy, and despite being inside this grand historic athletic club, the actual hotel room experience somehow gives a little bit of motel energy. Clean motel energy, but still. Both the hotel staff and restaurant staff were very nice throughout my stay. For dinner I went to Invention, the club's lounge-style restaurant. Really nice atmosphere and a good place to hang out without having to leave the building. I ordered the steak frites and asparagus, plus a cocktail called Respect Your Elders, made with Buffalo Trace bourbon, St-Germain, Amaro Montenegro, and Angostura. Pretty good. Basically what would happen if an Old Fashioned developed a sweeter, slightly more herbal personality. I also had a Sangiovese, which really hit the spot after my recent trip to Italy. And then pecan pie for dessert. Yum. No notes. The steak came out a little more cooked than I would have preferred, but everything was very flavorful. For dinner entertainment, I happened to be sitting next to a couple on what appeared to be an exceptionally awkward first date. No reservation required for that show. The next morning I went to Famous Players coffee shop for breakfast. I had the California breakfast with eggs, avocado, and bacon, plus a latte. Solid breakfast, and more importantly, it was a nice place to wake up, open the laptop, and get some work done over coffee. I also appreciated the photos of USC football players on the walls. Fight On! Overall, I'm glad I stayed here. As a pure hotel, I probably wouldn't go out of my way for the rooms alone. But as a hotel attached to a historic athletic club where you can work out, swim, sauna, soak in the Jacuzzi, eat, drink, get breakfast, and basically spend your entire stay without leaving the building, it's a pretty unique experience. And as someone who had been considering membership, staying overnight was actually a great way to see what the club is really like.

LAAC has changed a lot since my last review from 10 years ago. It continues to have the best pool…read morewith advanced filtration system that does not make me feel like a chlorine tablet after swimming. But it now caters to a younger crowd and has substantial co-working space. I've certain found more members using the facilities but also discovered quite a bit of new programmings like the Pilates classes, mahjong club, live jazz performances and movie nights. I was not really sure about the change at the beginning but I am now fully embracing the new LAAC. Many of the staff and members have been here for a long time and it is nice to be greeted by familiar faces when coming to the club. The restaurants are pretty decent. Love to top my salad with a nice piece of salmon after workout at the Famous Players or have a tasty glass of scotch while enjoying the live jazz performance at the Invention. The sports bar Duke's has great happy hours and fun monthly evening karaoke or chess club meetings. The only thing I complain about is the need for shock absorbance and insulation of the noise or moving the weight station. The northwest corner of the Famous Players near Olive Street shakes every time the weightlifters drop their weights, which is very annoying and distracting for the diners. Feel like the ceiling or floor is going to drop out. No joke. For now, I would sit as far away from the northwest corner as I possibly can. But hope the club would look into it. I have been trying to sign up for the monthly wine tasting but they are always full. Maybe consider having the event more frequently or scale up? Regardless, I am still exploring all the new offerings at the club and really pleased with the Pilates classes and the live music performances. Although I am apprehensive when I first see the co-working space and the influx of new members, I now appreciate the additional events and classes that come with the new members and hope the club continues to do well and do better as I am here to stay.

This facility is great. It's not too big and I especially love the recovery room. As a fitness…read moreprofessional, I liked the equipment a lot and appreciated how kind the staff was.

The best gym in LA! Whether you're a beginner or advanced gym rat, this gym has a product that…read moretruly can't be replicated. Their weightlifting classes are fun and EXTREMELY effective. Your booty will have a pump after just one class and the stronger you get physically, the stronger you will feel mentally as you move through life. Plus, the community is awesome! I've made several friends and have even gotten connected with job opportunities through this gym. This Texas girl can't be torn away from her rodeo!

I found this gym recently (~the beginning of the year), so I'm not sure how it operates outside of…read morecovid restrictions. Looks like they have a good handle on navigating current COVID restrictions. They have a 12-15 person limit and masks are required. They also provide a spray bottle of disinfectant and a towel to clean up after using. I'm not sure what's in the bottle but I assume it's disinfectant. The weights and other equipment are outside and you are able to get some sun while working out. The weights are a little old but they add to the gym vibes. They have punching bags but masks make it extremely difficult to hit the bag without the mask getting soaked. The gym promotes diversity and inclusion for everyone. it's a pretty chill gym.

Love this gym so much! Their classes are awesome, the facilities are great, and I love the…read morecommunity here. I wish I could go more often (traffic makes it tuff) but it's worth checking out if you are looking for a fun gym!

inthink this is a good gym went with my friend and the sign up process was very easy for guestsread more

Pros. Big. Clean showers. Traditional and unique equipment…read more Came for the 7 day free trial. Found them on ig.

This gym is a gem! Great vibes all around! Joe is the…read moreabsolute best, always friendly and with a big smile! Toby is a super genuine Owner! He goes above and beyond to help his patrons!

your stuff isn't safe here someone broke into my locker and stole $500 worth of clothesread more

it's a no-frills, simple gym geared towards bodybuilders and power lifters. Everyone minds their…read moreown business and I was able to get a great leg day in. The day pass is $25, it's cheaper than golds. There will be gym rat influencers with tripods, but it's mostly powerlifting influencers.

Visiting in town and was referred. I was super impressed with the hours of operation that fit my…read moreschedule. Malia at the front desk was very friendly and professional. The gym was amazing and definitely going again.

I want to give a huge thank you to Cesar G for introducing me to Mad House Pilates and answering…read moreall my questions. He has such a great vibe, and you can genuinely feel his positivity. He truly cares about people and wants to see them reach their goals. Now, my favorite instructor, Val! Mad House, you better keep her happy because we can't let her leave! She is AMAZING, genuinely loves what she does, and brings the best energy to every class. She's the ultimate hype person! I truly enjoy coming to Pilates, and Val and Cesar are a big part of that. Thank you both for spreading positivity and promoting health, wellness, and longevity. Mad House Pilates is lucky to have you!

Person in the front is rude and bad customer service. I would not recommend this placeread more

What a lovely gym! Super clean, organized, lovely view…read more Also amenities are top! From the Hyperice massage machine, the vibration plate, to the Le Labo products and toiletries. But the best part is their staff, starting from Lamar, Azalaiah at the front, the cleaning crew, the private trainers in the room, super available. Overall really happy!! **1 downside: complementary parking for 2,5hr, however the lot C is 3 floors down so get ready to spinning around while calculating a full 30 minutes, up and down.

David, the training manager, and Jenna, the personal trainer, were amazing to work with. I'm so…read moreglad I met David. He really listened to my goals and physical limitations and recommended Jenna as the best fit. Before training with Jenna, I was dealing with recurring pain, stiffness, muscle strains, and diastasis recti. Since working with her, all of those issues have improved significantly. I became much stronger and achieved incredible body recomp results. At my 1st check in the number on the scale barely moved but I'd lost 6 inches of measurable fat from around my body and replaced lbs of fat w muscle. That's why the inbody scan is so important. I got it done beginning, middle, and end and invested in a smart scale for home. Beyond the physical results, Jenna gave me the knowledge and confidence to train on my own, and I've continued applying what she taught me. Working with Jenna was hands down the best investment in my physical health. I highly recommend meeting with David and allowing him to guide you toward the trainer who best fits your goals and needs. As for the gym itself, it's one of the cleanest Equinox locations I've been to. There is always staff cleaning equipment and keeping everything organized. If it's your first visit, be sure to allow extra time for parking, the garage can take a while to navigate. Also, don't forget to validate your parking and keep track of your ticket.

Good gym and good equipment. I found the environment to foster a friendly and motivating atmosphere.read more

I like EOS especially this location! The staff is always very nice to me and they are always…read moresmiles! From Angel to Sydney! And the manager too lol they are all great staff! I always enjoy going to this location, and you can tell they are renovating it as well! Only thing is the parking! Sometimes you gotta wait other times you get lucky, if not you just gotta park outside lol Last they gave me a cool toy which I had from my bag!