Trace Athletics

(5 reviews)

2.1 mi

Let's get this out of the way. Freedom Fitness is hands down the best small gym in the area…read more What it is: A family owned gym that offers all the equipment you can expect from a big gym, but in a little package. There are two rooms, the main cardio/large weight equipment room and another room with all the extra goodies like kettle bells, TRX bands, battle ropes, etc. What I love the most about this gym is that it is never crowded. I have never waited for a machine or a set of weights. I have actually been the only person in the gym numerous times. They also have classes which are held in the little room. They have a strength training type of class with the owner, Jay. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks like it has a cult following. They also have Spinning now, which I am a big fan of. They have two different teachers, and convienent times (morning or night). Both teachers are excellent. What it isn't: This is not your big box, crowded gym where there are 100's of people sweating all over each other. If you have experienced one of those, you know what that entails. Those big gyms have perks (child care, big class schedule, fancy locker rooms), but they come at a price (literally and figuratively!) Freedom Fitness is a welcoming place for people of all types of workout phases. You have grandma strolling on the treadmill in her khaki pants, to the big body builder types pushing 400 pounds on the chest press, and everyone in between. The owners are a nice family who know you by name. The gym is super clean, and everything is always in perfect working order. The only con - there is a pizza place next door! =)

This is a wonderful facility that is clean and welcoming. It is small in size but actually has…read moreeverything you need to get a great workout. There is an open room for rope exercise and there is even a shower/changing room. For the price you simply cannot beat this place. Last and most importantly is the family that owns this place..... they are very kind, courteous, respectful and all around the nicest people I have ever dealt with. I'm in my second year as a member here and look forward to many years to come!

Abundant Cardio Machines with TV's

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Pelican Athletic Club

The PAC is a very nice place. There is a huge cardio area, free weight area, pools, tennis courts,…read moredaycare center, full service spa, etc. This place has it all. There are plenty of machines and free weights so you shouldn't have to wait to excercise (at least during the hours i go. It may get busy later). The pool can get crowded on the weekends but there is still plenty of room. The equipment is not brand new but every machine and free weight i have used is in working condition. This is a very nice place.

Beautiful club, well maintained and very clean. Family atmosphere. Certain times it's very…read morecrowded, but you can find times with few people, my preference, to complete a workout efficiently. Pool areas are great, sauna and hot tub in both locker rooms.

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HWY 22 Gym

(3 reviews)

2.4 mi

Great lifting gym ! I usually visit family in Mandeville a couple times per year and have been…read morestruggling to find a decent gym that would allow me to do a temp membership. Joe was awesome! Met me same day as I called, set up my membership and showed me how everything worked. Tons of different grip bars, power racks, bands, machines, prowlers, foam rollers etc, plus you can play your own music on the stereo. U get a keycard that works 24/7 which was super convenient especially around the holidays when most places have limited hours.

Its been a year since my last review. I get more impressed with this place every time I go. Its all…read moreabout getting better with focus, form and technique. Its a place where you can grunt when you lift and not feel like you're intimidating someone. The only thing you're going to hear is "good job" and here's a couple things to focus on to improve your form. It's really cool to see a place where women and men lifters working out in the same group to become their best self. Its all about getting better and with that many serious lifters in one place, you get a heck of a lot of "free" fitness direction from folks who compete and stay injury free. The gym is never crowded often you may have it to yourself. Monday/Wednesday evenings and Saturday/Sunday mornings are the busiest and then its only 5-10.

Fly machine, boards for press, fully adjustable t-bar row, ez bars in the corner.

Tires up to 600 lbs

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Stones, kettle bells, bumper plates, prowler, 70ft turf, farmers bars, sissy squat platform, recovery tools, various equipment

Snap Fitness

4.0

(6 reviews)

3.2 mi

If you are looking for a quiet, clean and organized place to workout, that's the one to look for!…read moreSnapfitness!

Snap Fitness is a no frills kind of place. Three have free weights, treadmills, elliptical machines…read moreand numerous other machines. The place is kept clean and the employees are helpful. Snap is open 24 hours so it is very convenient if you work a night shift or a night person. I have been at 330 am and i had the place all to myself. In addition, once your a member of snap, you can visit any location anywhere in the country. Although there isn't a pool or tennis court, Snap is great for getting a decent workout. Major juice heads may not have enough weights but your average person will be fine. It costs around $46 a month for an individual membership.

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Anytime Fitness

4.1

(10 reviews)

1.7 mi

Visiting from out of town and needed a day pass. It was only $10! The staff (Megan) was very…read morefriendly and had a great personality. The gym is pretty small (compared to larger commercial gyms like LA fitness or EOS) but it has everything you need! I came on a Friday around 11am and there were people in there but not crowded which was awesome! Theres really only one of each machine but i had no issue getting right on everything i needed. I was there an hour and a half. I did notice there was no music playing but i had headphones so that was no problem for me. All of the members were very courteous and pleasant. Someone even walked around offering bottles of water. I live in a large (over)populated city and let me tell you, that is not something someone would do! It was awesome. When i come to visit my sister i will definitely be coming back!

Anytime Fitness Mandeville is one of the best AF gyms I have been to. The equipment is always clean…read moreand up to date. Megan the Manager always creates fun challenges to keep everyone motivated. Our members are like family and always willing to help and support each other.

Covington Athletic Club

4.6

(5 reviews)

7.7 mi

Great place to go in get your work in and get out. If you are looking for a place to socialize…read moreinstead of work this is not the place for you. Has great high quality equipment and the owner is a great guy. Cons. It's smaller so if it is busy it can become crowded.

We really like this gym. It's clean. Has all the equipment you need and a great price!! The owner…read moreis super helpful too. Highly recommend CAC!

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Crunch Fitness - Mandeville

(1 review)

3.3 mi

Amazing gym and atmosphere. Have a bunch of selections for each muscle and see the progress alreadyread more

From the owner: Crunch Fitness offers affordable gym memberships in Mandeville. We combine fitness and…read moreentertainment to make serious exercise fun for everyone. Our fitness center is packed with top-of-the-line cardio and strength training equipment, and our world-class certified personal trainers provide one-on-one instruction to help you crush your goals at an incredibly low price. We offer group fitness classes for every level, with options like HIIT sessions, Cardio, Lifting, Yoga, and Dance. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your gym workouts, we've got membership options that will fit your budget and lifestyle. Visit our gym in Mandeville today.

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Plaquemines Partnership YMCA

(1 review)

76.8 mi

Ok, pretty much the only gym in the town but not The Parish. This YMCA is known mainly for its day…read morecamps and after school activities. It has a very large aerobics room that has instructors for seniors and higher level cardio plans. The weight room is decent with Dumbbells, ellipticals, treadmills, television and a setup for personalizing music if you choose to do so. There is more than adequate Parking available covered and open-air. The locker room is equipped with three showers, sinks and temporary small box lockers. They offer a discount of you sign up for automatic deductions from your credit/debit card instead of paying per month as needed.

More machines opposite of free weights

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Genesis Health Clubs

(1 review)

17.9 mi

Jodi the BEST water aerobics instructor ever! it was an hour instead of 45 minutes which is great!…read moreBest workout. I feel like I got a good workout and she made it fun! Best music too! she was just awesome!!! I wish she taught every class.

From the owner: Genesis Health Clubs Slidell is a luxury, full-service health club in Slidell, LA designed for…read moreresults, accountability, and a strong local community. This premier fitness destination features top-tier strength training equipment, expansive free weight areas, and modern cardio machines to support every training style. Members enjoy instructor-led group fitness classes and certified personal training focused on real, sustainable progress. Tennis and aquatics offerings add variety and performance-driven options, while families benefit from CPR-certified Kids Club childcare, making it easier to stay consistent. With professional coaching, premium amenities, and a welcoming environment, Genesis Health Clubs Slidell delivers a high-end gym experience built to support every fitness goal.

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Franco's Health Club & Spa

(24 reviews)

6.2 mi

Beautiful superior gym, this place is stellar and epic. It is just huge! The gym is spectacular and…read morebeautiful and I'm thrilled to make the membership today on the promo! The pool is warmer than PAC genesis (as well as both of Franco's pools work) The showers are exquisite with privacy curtains and shampoo and conditioner is provided by the club . Pelican athletic aka genesis only gives foaming antibiotic BS for the members in their showers too so FRANCOS trumping them on multiple levels and it's cheaper here for the year contract also! I love this place so much and I can't wait to be back tomorrow and see what in the gift shop and go for another workout! Thank you so much Amy Gatti and all the other wonderful women who greeted me and even gave me a beautiful purple colored FRANCOS tee shirt. I'm just beyond excited and so grateful to be welcomed at my new club !!!!!

I'd like to make it clear that I've been going to Franco's on and off literally since the day it…read moreopened in the 1980s. I even worked there in college and this is a first-hand review of my experience and my feelings about how the club handles the safety of its' older members, two of whom are my parents. The fact that Franco's got my original review taken down instead of absorbing the feedback and addressing safety concerns shows they care more about their reputation than safety. I stand by my original review... I'd like to reiterate, please enter at your own risk. There are trainers and employees who are not vaxxed and working closely indoors with members in their 60s, 70s, and 80s who could be at risk because of the selfishness and irresponsibility of Franco's, it's staff, and policies. Is there a vaccine mandate in Mandeville? No. Can businesses implement one? Yes. In my opinion, to hide behind the, "no mandate" defense is lazy and puts profits before safety. We were incredibly disappointed and horrified to learn one of the trainers who works with my elderly members including my dad, had Covid and was unvaxxed. How many days do you think this trainer showed up to work as a carrier before testing positive? It's unclear and scary to think about. Of course getting Covid isn't anyone's fault... But to knowingly and willingly go to work in an indoor environment with people who are elderly and choose not to be vaccinated, all with permission of your employer, is dangerous. I don't think it's unfair or unkind to warn people of a potentially unsafe and dangerous environment. I'd like to offer a suggestion - if you are not going to require vaccinations of your staff, I'd recommend only having those trainers who are vaccinated, teach/train members 60+.

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Cool Zoo

3.8

(24 reviews)

30.1 mi

What a great addition to the Audubon Zoo! This was my first time to see the venue after hearing…read moreabout it for a while. The lazy river is artfully done, giving a nod to Louisiana wildlife and nature areas. There are a lot of skillful and friendly lifeguards around the area. There are several different food pavilions, restrooms, locker areas, and areas to sit. There is also a fun water slide, giving homage to the infamous alligators with albinism who have taken residence at the Zoo and Aquarium over the years. This would be a fun place to relax with your kids during one of the summer sessions. My friends and I attending the adults-only Sip and Dip event held on Fridays during the summer. It was very affordable for a private cabana for six with early access. Be sure to reserve your tickets for the event early online as it does sell out. It got a bit crowded toward the end, and they did run out of regular floats, though some preferred the thick floating noodles offered. Every Friday night has a different theme, so there is something for everyone. They bring in Dickie Brennans for the bar, and they were wonderful with decently priced drinks and quality alcohol. They were also creating with the mocktails. I certainly will return for another Sip and Dip either later this summer, if able, or next year. Absolutely worth it!

Four stars for Cool Zoo's beautiful grounds and water features that are artfully rendered. Two and…read morea half stars for Sip & Dip. Five stars for the incredibly friendly staff. My first time at Cool Zoo was for the adults-only Friday night party, Sip & Dip. This event is 2X a month during the heart of the summer and features theme nights with DJs and of course since this is NOLA, people get creative and might dress in theme. I went on 80s night and the music was so fun and I loved people wearing neon, 80s tshirts and even hair and make-up. Refreshments stands are spread out among the park and they do a themed cocktail and sell beer, hard seltzer and soft drinks, along with typical concession food and popcorn. I had the cocktail of the evening, the Purple Rain and while it was eye-catching, it was so sweet and possibly strong, too, that I couldn't drink more than 1/4 of it (and it's a huge cup, fairly priced at only $13). The grounds are beautiful with fountains and an area with slides and water features that you'd normally see children dominating (with perfectly good reason) but it was actually fun to see adults having at it on the slides and at the water sprayers. Then there's the lazy river, which is a decent size, warm and full of jets to move you along. We ended up not using flotation devices and swam/walked through it. My main issue and why this event isn't personally my cup of tea: it's too crowded. It sells out but I think they sell far too many tickets. We arrived 15 min after it started and there wasn't a lounge chair nor seat at a table to be found. Cabanas are so cheap here but they sell out immediately ahead of the event, likely the day that tickets go on sale. The only way I'd return was if I could get a cabana. The lazy river is completely packed 45 minutes into the event. We were lucky enough to get a locker (which also sell out so imagine being there without a space to put your things??? how is that fun?). People are in general nice enough to hand over the inner tubes but good luck ever getting a place to sit if you didn't line up in advance of start time. I keep going back between 3 and 4 stars for the main reason that everyone who works here is SO nice. The staff really made everything bearable for me, as they were so welcoming and helpful to point out where the lockers were (there's another set behind the set you initially encounter). I just think this isn't the event for anyone who avoids crowds of people. And the crowd that was there that night were totally fine (at least early in the evening). They just sell too many tickets for me to enjoy it.

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Life jackets

Grand Paradise Water Park

(8 reviews)

92.7 mi

Not a very friendly environment , and heard employee's being cussed out, who are also children.read more

We drove 3.5 hours to come to the park. We were not disappointed. Admission was super easy, checked…read moreinto our cabana (well worth the extra $ in the hot MS sun). Kids wasted no time getting on slides and adults did the same with the lazy river. No lines, nice clean atmosphere and water. The concession crew were rocking it out!! The young man who has worked there for 5 years or so had his team lined up. They were so polite. Lifeguards were on top of it, environment felt really safe. Kiddy area was just right. We had a blast, worth the drive!!

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Logan and friends

Crescent City Gymnastics

(5 reviews)

27.5 mi

My girls have been loving the class for the 3 -5 year olds. Just started, but the studio is clean…read moreand a nice size. It seems to be pretty organized so far and the teachers are able to give students 1:1 attention. Classes are an hour and they are not big classes. Not sure if this is the pandemic but the girls enjoy all the different activities from exercises to tumbling. Location is super accessible from the interstate as well.

LOVED the staff here. My daughter has been in ballet for years and wanted to try a gymnastics…read moreclass. The trial class times didn't work most of the times near our house, so we tried Crescent City while on vacation. Both of my kids went into the Pre-K class (3 & 5). My son confidentially marched in and was balling his eyes out in about 45 seconds lol. The coach was very comforting and tried to re-focus him several times. He would respond, but the tears wouldn't stop. The coaches continued to be alert to all of the children and they followed along to a routine where everyone waited in line and had a turn. I was impressed how engaging the staff was with the kids (especially because most of them are young). The gym seems organized and it was clean.

Photo Cred: Whitney F @cookingwithalligatorpear

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Photo Credit: Whitney F, Cooking with Alligator Pear

Franco's Health Club & Spa

(24 reviews)

6.2 mi

Beautiful superior gym, this place is stellar and epic. It is just huge! The gym is spectacular and…read morebeautiful and I'm thrilled to make the membership today on the promo! The pool is warmer than PAC genesis (as well as both of Franco's pools work) The showers are exquisite with privacy curtains and shampoo and conditioner is provided by the club . Pelican athletic aka genesis only gives foaming antibiotic BS for the members in their showers too so FRANCOS trumping them on multiple levels and it's cheaper here for the year contract also! I love this place so much and I can't wait to be back tomorrow and see what in the gift shop and go for another workout! Thank you so much Amy Gatti and all the other wonderful women who greeted me and even gave me a beautiful purple colored FRANCOS tee shirt. I'm just beyond excited and so grateful to be welcomed at my new club !!!!!

I'd like to make it clear that I've been going to Franco's on and off literally since the day it…read moreopened in the 1980s. I even worked there in college and this is a first-hand review of my experience and my feelings about how the club handles the safety of its' older members, two of whom are my parents. The fact that Franco's got my original review taken down instead of absorbing the feedback and addressing safety concerns shows they care more about their reputation than safety. I stand by my original review... I'd like to reiterate, please enter at your own risk. There are trainers and employees who are not vaxxed and working closely indoors with members in their 60s, 70s, and 80s who could be at risk because of the selfishness and irresponsibility of Franco's, it's staff, and policies. Is there a vaccine mandate in Mandeville? No. Can businesses implement one? Yes. In my opinion, to hide behind the, "no mandate" defense is lazy and puts profits before safety. We were incredibly disappointed and horrified to learn one of the trainers who works with my elderly members including my dad, had Covid and was unvaxxed. How many days do you think this trainer showed up to work as a carrier before testing positive? It's unclear and scary to think about. Of course getting Covid isn't anyone's fault... But to knowingly and willingly go to work in an indoor environment with people who are elderly and choose not to be vaccinated, all with permission of your employer, is dangerous. I don't think it's unfair or unkind to warn people of a potentially unsafe and dangerous environment. I'd like to offer a suggestion - if you are not going to require vaccinations of your staff, I'd recommend only having those trainers who are vaccinated, teach/train members 60+.