BEWARE OF MEMBERSHIP SCAM- when I signed up for this gym I was told my membership fee rate will remain the same for the life of my membership. The representative, Mary, who issued my contract crossed out the section of the contract that states TMPL has the right to increase my membership fees and initialed next to the strike through text. In August I received an email from TMPL's manager Patty explaining that they are increasing my rate starting September 1st. I sent her my copy of the contract showing the area regarding increases crossed out. Patty told me they cannot verify their own employee and that representatives aren't authorized to alter contracts. I requested a copy of their records pertaining to my membership and have received no response. I have sent Patty numerous emails and tried calling the gym multiple times across weeks and have been ignored each time. This is unethical business practices as they are breaching their own contract. If their representative made a mistake it is their issue to deal with, not the clients. I consider this to be a scam because they tricked me with this contract and have ignored me since. I will be sending my copy of the contract to NYC department of consumer and worker protections as well as the attorney general's office who enforces NY health club services act. I encourage all other victims of this scam to do the same. Update- I finally heard back from Patty after posting this review. She gave me the ultimatum that I must authorize the charge to my credit card or they will cancel my membership. I explained I will allow the charge but would like to have the agencies which govern gym memberships review the situation. I said if they agree that TMPL can increase my rate I will drop my dispute. Patty said she will speak to her team and call me back. I never heard back and received an email that my membership has been canceled. Please act with extreme caution when interacting with a business who penalizes their patrons for seeking consumer protections or questions the legitimacy of their practices. I still have not been provided with the gym's copy of my contract. read more

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Trans women are women at TMPL. Full stop. Nobody in the locker room is melting down about it. Me and my fellow queens change, shower, sauna etc and get on with our workouts without a single issue. No drama. No chaos. Just grown adults acting like grown adults. All the fear-mongering about "biological males" in women's spaces? Not our lived reality at TMPL. You belong at TMPL. You're welcome here, and there are plenty of us in these spaces every day. Management told me that if anyone gives me the stink eye or acts unsupportive, I should go straight to them and it will be handled. That kind of backing matters. I'm genuinely grateful to TMPL for creating a space where respect isn't negotiable. read more

Visited my friend in NYC and asked if there was a place we could get a lift in. We walked down to TMPL on a nice sunny spring day, and walked in to super friendly staff. They smiled as they greeted us and got me set up with a guest pass quickly. Space is awesome. I love the vibe in there, it's clean, not too busy when we went (which was wild for a Friday afternoon), and the locker rooms are nice. Would definitely recommend joining. read more

Solid gym in East Village. If you're looking for a personal trainer, Holden is the man

This gym is great and very friendly staff. The gym is also very clean and equipment gets the job done!

This place has such potential. Usually I go to the 49th street location, decided to try this one out. Let me say first that the gym is clean and it has excellent equipment. Top notch, in good repair, I love the wide benches and the assisted liftoff. Kettlebells, cables, Hex bar, Rogue cages... whoever ordered the equipment knew what they were doing. The problem is, it's hard to use things. The layout is very cluttered and cramped. Equipment is practically stacked on top of each other, benches nearly overlapping, functional equipment area littered with boxes and sleds (I love sleds but 15 feet isn't big enough for one) and other things, lifting platforms in the middle of the floor rather than in the corners. Made it very difficult to get to equipment, scope out what was being used, or even step back between sets. Constantly felt like I was in the way. Mid-set, someone was reracking weights inches from my head. Also, the lighting is excessively bright, especially the spotlights pointed directly down at the benches, so you're blinded if you try to use them. I feel like there may have been a remodel recently and they just haven't figured out where things go yet, so if my review is more than a few months old, maybe disregard it. My recommendation to the gym would be to junk the cardio equipment on 2, spread some of the weights or functional stuff down there. Turn down the lights. And trash the 35 pound plates. Nobody uses 35s and they make it hard to get to the 45s. Y'all are close to being a really great gym. Hope you can figure it out! read more

Just joined a month ago and I'm liking TMPL a lot -- this is only for the Avenue A location. I went in to try it out for a day for free, found the staff (Mary helped me) super pleasant and nice to talk to and the facilities are quiet and clean. Paying month to month is a nice option. It's not Equinox but it's also about a third of the price. I've only done cycling classes and aside from an instructor being a no show once (which really sucks, hence the docked star) I'm finding the classes fun and challenging. Equipment elsewhere in the gym is new and functioning, not sure what else you need. Lifting floor is a little bro-ish but not nearly as insane as Blink. Hope this place doesn't become as packed as most Equinox locations downtown. read more

TMPL is an incredibly great gym. State of the art equipment, top professional and skilled trainers. The space is beautiful and SUPER clean! The manager and staff are warm, welcoming and make you feel at home. I highly recommend this exceptionally great facility! read more

I joined tmpl in feb 2021 and while I had to cancel my membership because I moved away, I was really happy with my choice. clean, fairly-priced, well-laid out neighborhood gym, with lots of different workout areas on the separate floors and great manager and staff who are polite and not intrusive/TOO friendly like some other places are... you know what I mean! I never felt like the vibe on any of the floors was too fratty either. They are brand new and have been doing a lot of work to make this place perfect, I didn't check out the other TMPL locations but would definitely recommend this one! read more

This place is NICE! It's brand new and has state of the art equipment. There's two spin studios, there's a very large fitness studio, they're building out a boxing studio and they have fitness classes, some Les Mills and some other ones. I took a HIT class with JoJo which was good and they're limiting the number of people in the gym classes - mask aren't required. It's about four stories and the layout is typical with upper body on one side lower body on the other side, floor for studio classes, a floor for cardio, and the lockers rooms (sorry no steam rooms or saunas here). There's four showers (they provide you with towels) and you'll need to bring your own lock for the lockers. The best part for me is that the weight floor has four free weight squat racks, two smith machines and two leg press!!! There's a working new elevator if you don't feel like hiking up the stairs, and there is easily accessible cleaning supplies throughout. I went on a Saturday morning and it wasn't crowded yet,b ut it's also a pandemic and it's a brand new gym so I don't know what it'll be like in a couple of months - sign up now and get the low entry rate. If you need help find Steven he's a straight shooter and will meet you where you're at. read more

I joined this location right when they switched over from NYSC. I only joined out of convenience bc I worked right around the corner and the CrossFit gym I was going to closed. This was about a year ago. Since then they have revamped the whole place. All new equipment, new weights, machines, added racks, lifting platforms, rows, echo bikes and ski ergs which are three pieces of equipment most traditional gyms do not offer. Like I said I joined out of convenience but I stayed for the people who work there. This is across the board. Luis greeted me by name every morning, and I go right when they open. His energy in the morning is contagious. All the trainers ( Teddy/AB//Josue/Sam) are great. They are personable even if you aren't training with them (a rarity in gyms). Jane and Eric are great also. Jane always comes over and chats and has great energy. The cleaning crew is always smiling saying hi also. I have since changed jobs and work on the west side in midtown and still take the trek all the way down from Harlem everyday. It is so worth the trip to workout in a gym where everyone is friendly and knowledgeable. I'm there two hours when I go and it flys by. Can't say anything bad about this place. read more

Beware! They kept charging my card for months after I'd cancelled, and even after admitting to the mistake would still not refund me. When I first noticed the charges I contacted them about it and they admitted to the mistake, saying a note had been put on my account to cancel it. They said they would work on getting me a refund. Then, nothing but silence and no full refund. So I contacted them again (one Jonathan Hawkins) and he blew me off, asking for documentation when they already knew it was a mistake. So I presented him with a recording I'd done of the previous call where they admitted to the mistake and he just ghosted me. I'm now having to dispute the charges with my credit card company. read more

Cancelling this gym membership was a nightmare. I was lied to by Edwin, at Temple's Avenue A location, that my membership would be cancelled. They continued to charge my credit card and kept transferring my calls to a call center in India. The customer service was abysmal. I was forced to dispute the charges with my credit card company and report the businesses to the New York AG's office. Their business practices are predatory and abusive, sign up for a membership at your own risk. read more

Have been a member here for over a year. Madison trained me for the first two months, and honestly gave me a great foundation for working out! I was so intimidated the first time. Really thankful for her making it so approachable. read more

I used to come to this location when it was NYSC. Huge improvement! Nice gym with brand new equipments. Staff are welcoming and super friendly. They need a new bench though because the current one wobbles which is pretty dangerous. Other than that solid gym and would highly recommend. read more

Hi My name is Johnny M I went the gym for a free day guest pass The front desk woman was very friendly and Ashley Martinez was very nice and helpful And Steven from sales was very nice and didn't try to hard sell me his approach was professional but not in an annoying way Thanks, Johnny the business rating is just my opinion for the price....... read more

When you try and cancel. It's a problem. They may likely keep charging your card for months. And good luck getting that money back. Small claims court. read more

I hate to provide a bad review of a small business trying to survive a pandemic. Unfortunately, I had a truly terrible experience with TMPL - specifically, trying to cancel my membership. I won't go into the whole saga, but suffice it to say that unless you are 100% sure you want to belong to this gym for the rest of your life, don't give them your credit card or you will end up having to cancel your credit card just to get them to stop billing you (this is after numerous emails, phone calls, in-person visits, being repeatedly promised I would not be billed anymore and would be refunded, none of which came true, etc.) I gave them two stars because all the front desk staff were very friendly and the gym space itself was nice, and it would be a good deal if actually they did what they promised to do. read more

Steven is the best! He was able to explain the membership costs and amenities of the gym very clearly. Not to mention he's a cool guy.

Horrible Gym, first and foremost the whole gym set up doesn't make any sense. To be sincere it was actually better while it was NYSC. Let's start with the staff, the whole staff in there act very sketchy and weird, including that weird manager old lady, doesn't know how to socialize with potential customers or members. All with the exception of a front desk guy, with the cartoon shirts are awkward and to say the least fake. The trainers swear they know, they don't know anything, the trainers literally just stand with their clients and talk and talk and talk, they literally make them do basic stuff things with a kettle bell and that's about it. The dark skin Cleaning guy is a weirdo, always staring at me with a demon face. Equipment is trash now, replaced real iron and steel with plastic, just WOW! They keep adding useless machines instead of bringing in the real bodybuilding stuff. The temperature is always off, it's December and their ac is on like it it were july. The locker room showers are dirty. Stalls are still from NYSC with stains. Lockers are breaking down. With the price per month just go to equinox. The manager also begs you to remover a review if she doesn't feel like it reflects what she believes, well guess what I have the power of my own review. Focus on your gym and fix it up. I don't care what the business owner claims, she's not even there to begin with. And I guarantee you that having the AC on during winter months is not even OSHA approved. Stop trying to justify your negligence, before I report it. read more

They pretty cool the gym is nice they got a nice vibe to it the staffs are nice, everything is good and the smell of the gym is like ice cream. They got some nice baddies in the gym too. I just didn't like the fact like the machine wasn't working when I was working but everything was good besides that. A lot of nice people tbh read more

Earlier in 2021, I was looking for a neighborhood gym that was affordable and clean, with upscale equipment. I found all that, and more! TMPL Ave A is a gem. I usually go in the evenings and weekend mornings, and there is never a line to get in, or a line to use the machines. I usually stick to the treadmill and weights. The treadmills are high tech and in great condition. I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking for a great neighborhood spot. The staff is also incredibly kind! read more

Absolutely incredible gym! Great facilities and incredible staff. I've had the pleasure of working with Madison for the past year and a half and she is such an incredible trainer. I would recommend this gym to anyone! read more

Best gym in the city for the price. Staff is great, they have all the equipment you could need. 10/10 recommend.

I've worked out at every gym franchise in NYC and this is by far my favorite--the trainers and informed, engaged, and focused, the front of house staff super friendly and helpful, and the maintenance staff are top shelf. I'm in there 6x a week and it's spotless. However, for some inexplicable reason, they recently mounted a sign that says "I licked it so it's mine." What is this neon innuendo doing in a gym? To be clear, I am sex positive, sex forward feminist, but this is so out of place and it's non sensical. If anyone at TMPL actually reads these reviews, phrase let the CEO know because there's no way he/she would have approved something so moronic and off brand. read more

Just canceled equinox as this is a third of their price. The renovations are great. Love the variety of equipment. The gym is clean and well maintained. The staff and managers are great. Highway recommended read more

Absolutely unprofessional when trying to cancel a membership. I submitted my form almost two months ago and I'm still getting charged. I've reached out about this and have been ignored. I'm glad I joined a different gym. read more

Love this gym. Super clean and never too busy. Staff is super helpful, Ashly and Edwin went above and beyond to help me workout an issue with my membership. They were super kind and accommodating. read more

I come here nearly every day. Very happy with nearly everything but there is one or two main things to fix: nearly half the elípticas machines done work, and some of the treadmills are hilariously loud (the one in the line near the window on the left for example). Please fix these asap it's so annoying lol. read more

Great gym. Has everything you need. 5 star. I works and stuff. Showers. Free weights racks

Lamar was so helpful and friendly! The staff was very inviting and the gym itself is nice and clean. The equipment is updated and I love it here! I recommend this place to all of my friends and family. read more

The gym is clean the staff are friendly location is great , I can't complain . Great service

An abundance of everything needed to meet your goals !! Wide variety of equipment and large yoga room. I have attended almost every class provided and every time I am shook with how much I am challenged as well as everyone else in the class. In love with the option of these classes because they give me a chance to sweat more than I would doing my own workout or any workout found online . Also looking around and seeing other members trying their best to keep up gives me that extra push I need. Trainers Josue and Madison are awesome ! Attentive, relatable and nonjudgmental. From the morning team, Luis from reception moves at a fast pace, knows everyone by name, always gets members pumped about their workout and before leaving the gym he makes sure to encourage you not to miss a workout the next day. Lastly, even the janitorial staff become friends. For example, Tony never hesitates to start small conversations or ask about family while effectively executing his job duties. Overall very pleased with this location read more

I used to do the "David Barton' type gyms. When they closed down in 2011, I was on the hunt for a sensible gym with an energetic culture. I finally found it! With their immaculate facilities, vast array of equipment and overall amazing staff...price point is a steal. I plan to keep a silly New Year's resolution years ago into a practice of genuine health and life style. read more

Did a trial and met with Scott -- he's super nice and helpful and the gym is excellent (particularly thought it had amazing equipment). I think a much better deal than Equinox/crunch given the combination of quality and price (it's significantly cheaper than equinox and in line with crunch prices). Would really recommend this place and Scott is fantastic if you need someone to get set up with! read more

I've been a member at this gym since it was bought by TMPL during the pandemic and only have great things to say about it. All of the equipment is brand new, but it doesn't stop there. Every week I see something new whether it be improving aesthetics, streamlining the layout, or upgrading the amenities even more. The staff is also super friendly and welcoming. I've been training weekly with Sam and if you are looking for someone who will whip your butt into shape he's your man. He pushes me to my limits in the best way!!! One of the best trainers I've ever worked with, both for the experience and the results. Highly recommend! read more

TMPL has great facilities and it's constantly getting even more and more stuff. The staff are all friendly and easygoing. My new trainer, Sam Vascones, has gotten me really big results and is awesome to train with. Definitely recommend. read more

Wonderful gym! Well-equipped and maintained. Staff and management are welcoming and helpful. Luis at the front desk is a friendly face every morning. Teddy is an amazing trainer, keeping things fresh over many workouts. Sam, fitness manager, is extremely responsive and easy to communicate with. A great team that makes working out here a pleasure! read more

I'm so glad TMPL offers a free trial workout, because after coming in and getting to see what a clean, well-equipped, and spacious gym it is, I knew I had to join. The staff and management is incredibly friendly and they obviously work hard to make it a really great place (shoutout Lamar, the GM, for taking the time to give us a tour around the whole gym). Especially compared to the other gyms in the neighborhood (and Manhattan in general), there's so much more space and way less people. All of the machines seem new and really high quality, plus they definitely have something for everyone (tons of options for lifting, cardio, and/or group fitness). Can't say enough good things!! read more

Great neighborhood gym. Super clean. Great staff. Exactly what I needed to reinvigorate my workouts after taking a few months off because of an injury. read more