I've been a member of this gym 4-5 years. It's always clean, supportive, and has great equipment…read more I've had several personal training sessions with Sam and one with Alta. They're both incredible ladies and very motivating. Recently, during the pandemic, I have done online Zoom personal training sessions with Sam. She is absolutely magical. I had no energy today, but we worked out anyway. And it made me feel so good to sweat. She intuitively seems to know the exact exercises I need. She challenges me, but is very supportive. Thank you, Sam. Your amazing! I highly recommend checking this gym out. And trying the personal training. I feel like I get a much better workout with a trainer. I'm not a wealthy gal, btw. I only buy training sessions when they're on-sale (2-3 times a year). And they have a few ways to earn points that can be traded-in for trainings. I really appreciate these efforts they make to make fitness more affordable for everyone.

I really liked this gym, which is why it's especially disappointing that I ultimately decided to…read moreleave. One of the main reasons I chose an all-women's gym was the sense of privacy, exclusivity, and safety that comes with knowing the space is specifically designed for women. Recently, the gym hired a male massage therapist, and the massage room is located within the same area as the gym. For me, that fundamentally changed the environment. It defeats much of the purpose of paying the premium price for an all-women's facility if men are now regularly present in areas where women are working out and receiving services. The gym has also opened a café that leads directly into the gym. Since the café is open to the public, it has brought people into the space who otherwise would not have access to the gym. I've noticed men lingering around the café, which made me increasingly uncomfortable. Unfortunately, the coffee hasn't exactly been good enough to make that tradeoff worthwhile. At this point, I have to question whether the owner is more interested in taking women's money than protecting women's safety and preserving the environment that made this gym worth the premium membership price in the first place. That may not be the owner's intention, but that is unfortunately how these changes have made me feel as a member. I understand that a business can evolve and expand its offerings, but if the gym is moving toward a more co-ed experience, I think that should be communicated transparently. The value proposition of an all-women's gym is very different from that of a traditional gym. If the exclusivity and privacy are being diluted, members deserve to know that before paying the premium price. I really enjoyed working with the trainers here, and I would still recommend connecting with some of the personal trainers if you can find a way to work with them independently. There are genuinely great people here. Ultimately, I left because the gym no longer felt like the all-women's space I originally signed up for. I hope the owner seriously considers whether these changes are consistent with the reason women chose this gym in the first place. I also anticipate that the owner's response to this review may emphasize the gym's commitment to women's safety and explain why these changes are supposedly consistent with that mission. I would encourage prospective and current members to look beyond the polished response and consider the actual changes taking place. For me, the issue is not what the stated mission is; it is whether the experience and policies in practice continue to reflect that mission. Unfortunately, my experience has led me to conclude that they no longer do.

Your basic gym, and I mean that in the best way. Very few meatheads as a rule, and the ones that…read moreare there are the cool kind who just like working out a lot. Mostly very Portland community members. A fair number of regular older folks-- myself included, I imagine-- and an otherwise diverse crowd (for Portland, that is.) It's been meticulously clean in the months that I've been going there. There's always someone walking around wiping things off, redistributing weights to their racks, and just generally keeping the place clean and functional. I used to go to 24 hour in Hollywood, and I always felt like I should get a penicillin shot afterwards. I literally listened to a guy talk about his staph infection IN THE SAUNA. And the bros. Oh boy. It's hard enough to get comfortable going to a gym without a bunch of performative insecurity on display. I've read these "I joined on an impulse but then I decided I wanted my money back" posts and imagine that has to be a non-stop thing at a gym, but if you really want to just go somewhere to exercise, I can't imagine a better deal. The MAC's not giving your money back, either, by the way. Pros: Cheap. Clean. Well equipped. Pleasant vibe. 24 hours. Did I mention cheap? Cons: I could use fewer TVs, honestly. Gotta complain about something, I guess. There's no pool, sauna, tennis courts, whatever. Not cons so much as just true if that's what you want.

The owner's response tells you everything you need to know. Would underscore my point that you…read moreshould stay as far away from this gym as possible. There are better alternatives owned by far better management.

This gym has such a friendly, welcoming vibe. It's funky, down-to-earth, and full of character in a…read moreway that feels genuinely comfortable instead of polished and intimidating. The front desk staff is always really nice, and the trainers seem awesome overall. I can definitely recommend mine, Will. He's knowledgeable, astute, goal-focused, and encouraging. It also feels like a genuinely respectful space. I haven't seen anyone leering or acting like a jerk - quite the opposite. And people are good about reracking weights and wiping down equipment. Parking can be a little bit of a situation at times, and people sometimes seem to wait around for spots for some reason, but there's actually plenty of parking diagonally across the street in the garage. Street parking is also often free or just a couple of bucks, so it's very manageable once you know the options. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this spot. Great vibe, great trainers, and solid equipment. There's even a hot tub in the locker room. It's not a polished, spa-looking place, but honestly that's part of the charm. I'd much rather deadlift somewhere with personality than in a lifeless beige box.

Very friendly and helpful staff! Tightly packed space but has everything you need in a safe and…read moreinclusive environment! Group fit instructors are excellent, just wish they had more class offerings in the evening. Bit more expensive than your typical chain gym like Planet Fitness

I just joined this gym, so I will happily update this review in the future to see if it still holds…read moretrue, but I'm very pleased so far. Pros: SIX squat racks An AMAZING shower Great cleanliness Able to provide proof of vaccination to go unmasked Not crowded with machines Light/bright space Friendly staff Can see if they're at capacity online Cons: No hamstring curl machine Classroom space maybe needs some TLC ... no other cons that I've found yet Looking forward to spending more time here and for the class schedule to expand!

Great gym -- plenty of machines, very clean and well maintained. Love the sauna and the staff is…read morereally helpful.

I've been on and off at the gym for years but you know who is always there to welcome me back and…read morepump me up whenever I return? Steph!!! Steph is one of the biggest reasons I go to class and her commitment and dedication changes lives. She is such an inspiration to so many. She encourages us with love and affirmations, she is fun, humorous, pushes us to go harder, dresses up for Halloween, and she shows up day after day and year after year with an amazing and friendly attitude. Steph's presence is at the heart of this gym and this fitness community. She is my hero!!! Thank you for all that you do Steph!! You are invaluable to this community, and you are deeply admired and appreciated!

They need to invest in equipment servicing Machines break down - no parts they say - 4 out of 24…read moredown and increasing

I've had training sessions with trainer Logan Steelman at Vive Fitness…read more I have a tight schedule as student with a chronic illness that drains my energy quickly -- because of that, I've always been intimidated by the gym environment. However, training with Logan really made me comfortable with the gym. After my injury, he gave me a customized, simple, slow routine with consideration of my low energy levels. We started off with simple balancing exercises to strengthen with my physical therapy exercises. He is also knowledgeable in nutrition as well that is not just limited to fitness and has helped me create meal plans.

Logan Steelman is amazing!! Since I've started training with him he's been nothing but professional…read moreand attentive.

Been coming to this location for 20 years and have seen the gym go through many changes, especially…read moreduring COVID. Typically I'm here to swim laps and take water aerobics, so can't comment on the gym classes or equipment. Itzel teaches water aerobics M-W_F at 9am and her classes are packed largely due to her energy and the workout everyone gets. It's hard to keep a class fresh when it's three times a week, but Itzel manages to keep everyone engaged with excellent, varied music, exercises, and her smile and energy. For lap swimming, this is my favorite pool because it's much longer than the other LA Fitness locations At 25 meters vs 25 yards, which really makes a difference. There are 3 lanes, which swimmers split, and rarely do you have to wait for a lane unless you want to swim at 10am on M-W-F right after water aerobics when many people stay in the pool to continue their workouts. The showers, sauna and locker rooms are relatively clean. I say relatively, because it depends on the volume and the cleanliness of those using these spaces. I will say the woman who cleans the ladies locker room works her bitt off and is always sanitizing and wiping things clean.

If I could give zero Stars I would. After having my membership for less than 1 month I decided to…read morecancel. I paid up front first and last month they refused to give me my last month back and they refused to give me my $69 yearly fee back I live on social security and I can't afford to give $120 for something I didn't receive. I canceled the membership because they took money out of my bank account without my authorization. And they took it out before the due date causing things to bounce in my account. This business is ripping people off at least me anyway and I don't appreciate it. You're a very big corporation and it wouldn't have killed them to give me back my $120 it would have reflected good customer service and that you have your customers back but instead you broke my trust by getting into my bank account without my authorization. Don't do business with LA Fitness they steal from you.

Hidden gem gym in Portland!…read more Group fitness classes with individual training available. The classes are well designed and the instructors are attentive and encouraging! I could imagine someone feeling intimidated or a little lost if they've only worked with machines. Talk to the desk staff, they are very eager to help!

My highest recommendation for this gym, and this is not my first rodeo. I've belonged to the…read morecorporate gyms at Nike and Adidas as well as smaller boutique ones and big national chains, so I know a good thing when I see it. If you're shopping around for one to try, especially now as part of a New Year's resolution plan, put this place at the top of your list. Here are my favorite things about this place: 1. Nice welcoming vibe. You will be greeted by name every time. There's a friendly spirit about the place. They decorate for holidays. They make it easy with their "Try us out for $30" trial (any three group classes but a 1:1 trainer session). Each quarter they ask people what other classes they might like to see added. 2. Fantastic variety of workout options, from 6am to 6pm. So many different small group workout class options every week plus optional drop-in open gym for those who want to do their solo thing (the gym posts videos on their Instagram of that week's open gym suggested workout) plus lot of choices for 1:1 personal trainers. 3. Very clean and super organized. You know how many gyms smell like a men's locker room, or with stuff scattered about? This is the opposite of that. Everyone uses the provided spray bottles to clean things off and they've got a whole wall of hand washing stations. They've even got plants and custom wall murals. 4. Excellent instructors. Some classes have just a few people, others can be closer to 15. Either way, the trainers are very engaged throughout, not just chirping, "Keep it up! Looking strong!" type stuff but actually helping each person with correct form, or bringing over a different weight, or spotting when needed. None of them play favorites nor are ever checking their email on their phone. 5. Reasonable rates. Depending how you structure yours, I think it's about $20 per group class and/or $90 per 50-min 1:1 personal trainer. Not once have I felt pressured via any upselling. Instead, various people at the front desk have said, "Actually, if you do it this way, you can save even more on that..." 6. Good energy. The trainers do a nice job with their playlists on the iPad and clearly enjoy their job. I especially like that they keep the banter light and no one is ever talking about, say, political topics. Also nice that it's co-ed. For those wondering, gender-wise the instructors/trainers skew female (I think 14 are women and 4 are men), as do the small group classes (if a dozen people sign up, three or four are usually men). 7. Portland crowd. This isn't LA where you look around the room and feel either ugly or under-dressed or probably both. Nor is it the NYC Equinox tribe where people are looking to pick up a date or scoff if you don't know what Amagansett is. It's very much "come as you are" because it's about people each having their own reason for being here. You don't need to go buy a new outfit or cut some weight before coming here. Lots of body shapes, lots of ages. 8. Community spirit. If you're looking to just drop in, get your pump in and get out, easily done. But if you're looking for something more, they do a nice job with additional occasional offerings like a summer camping trip, Thanksgiving potluck, yoga w/ live acoustic tunes, bringing in a guy from Notre Dame crew team to show proper form on rowing machines, etc. 9. Great customer service. If you've got a question, they answer it immediately, however you prefer: onsite, text, email, phone. No one here ever tells you, "I don't know" or "I'll have to check with my manager" like they do elsewhere. 10. Supportive financially. If you need to take an extended break of a few weeks or few months for any personal reason, they're happy to put things on pause. If you lost your job and life is feeling heavy, they work with you to find a solution so that you don't have to cut gym time from your routine. You get the idea. I'll stop now. Every neighborhood could use a place like this, where there are no cliques and people can be as introverted or as social as they want and it's all good.

This place is magic. Joined the center when my boy was 5. He is now 17 and goes more often than I…read moredo. Welcoming and dynamic, this multi-generational center is worth every penny. Come for the work, stay for the community!

As a member of Northeast Community Center, I've noticed a troubling pattern over the years I've…read morebeen involved. The Board of Directors has turned over repeatedly, with only one or two members providing any continuity. In my experience attending programs and interacting with staff, I've found some good, dedicated people on the ground level, but the administrative and leadership side seems disconnected from what's actually happening day to day. One thing that's really stood out to me is a total blind spot around disability. When serious issues were raised with the administration, there was zero response. And even when concerns were brought up directly with staff, they didn't seem to understand why it was even an issue, and responded in a defensive and unprofessional way. Overall, my experience has been of an organization with some good people, but leadership that's unstable and out of touch in ways that really matter

I've been taking absolute beginner ballet for adults on Sundays for several weeks and I love it! I…read moretruly am an absolute beginner. I have done absolutely zero ballet before, but after a couple weeks of classes and a couple YouTube videos to brush up on the terminology, I feel like I'm getting the hang of it. I like that you don't have to commit to a series of classes and can just pay for single drop in classes. I needed that freedom to be brave enough to try it. The instructor is great, kind and encouraging and clear. Come join, it's fun!

Nice studio! we went here during covid. All the staff were very safe about it all and made sure…read moreeveryone wore a mask and used hand sanitizer when entering the building. they ran it so well! the teachers were all very kind and they helped train even in crazy times! great!