Jason Plotch
October 18, 2017 14:52
I never write reviews, but when I saw this had a 4.3, I felt compelled to write a 5 star review. I've been a member of probably a dozen gyms in Brooklyn and the City, including a few Equinox locations and higher cost boutique gyms in Brooklyn.
Body Elite is EASILY my favorite gym in all of the city. It's almost silly how affordable it is considering all that they give you.
#1) They keep the main floor perfectly chilled in the hot summer months for those of us who are runners and have to run on treadmills to stay in shape during the heat. There is never a wait and they have great TVs and working equipment.
#2) The gym is immaculate. The two main people they have keeping the place clean should be given a nice trip somewhere because they work harder than anyone I've ever seen in a gym to keep the place sparkling. They also aren't the type who 'vacuum around you,' to make you feel rushed or uncomfortable right before the gym closes.
#3) I don't take classes myself, but they have so many fantastic classes here that I am actually considering doing one of the boot camps or spinning classes. They look so fun and the people coming out all seem like a small tight knit community. It is very Carroll Gardens / Cobble Hill. No egos , no 'look at me,' types. Just people who want to get fit and have fun.
#4) The trainers are all super cool and don't act like they own the place. We ALL KNOW how annoying it is when trainers hog the equipment for their clients and make everyone else on the floor feel uncomfortable or intimidated. The staff also doesn't pressure you to use personal trainers. Ugh. I hate that at some gyms.
#5) There are FOUR LEVELS people. If you walk by and think it is just one level, you're wrong. All four levels are amazing. My personal favorite is level 4 with all the stretching equipment, the ropes, the boxing gym which is usually open for everyone. I love doing lunges, punching the bags, and jumping rope in the cool air conditioned space.
#6) Body Elite is extremely affordable given the neighborhood and the competition. The nearest gym is the Brooklyn Heights Equinox which I used to be a member of. I believe that gym is $200+ now a month. LOL. What a joke. I'll take Body Elite any day over Equinox and while I'm at it, I'll save about $150 a month.
I would give this gym 6 stars if I could. I love it. Keep it up.
Jason