| Tue | 06:00 am -10:00 pm |
| Wed | 06:00 am -10:00 pm |
| Thu | 06:00 am -10:00 pm |
| Fri | 06:00 am -10:00 pm |
| Sat | 07:00 am -09:00 pm |
| Sun | 07:00 am -09:00 pm |
This is a really good gym with great trainers, a fine management team that keeps it as clean as you can expect, and clients who are for the most part friendly and respect each others' space - enough to be workable. And the sunsets/sunrises, views of Seward Park and the neighborhood are beautiful and inspiring.
If that's good enough for you, drop in for a workout and talk to the staff.
Otherwise here are my thoughts on the (mostly) pros and some cons:
I could be wrong, but I think it was a couple years ago that Exos corp took the place over... The drawback to this imo is the small community feeling of the place was lost. The old guard trained along side - and interacted with - the members more, and I would run into a few of them in the local parks and cafes...I miss that.
Still, the staff here are very friendly and know most by name, and you should not let any of the negative reviews about the staff dissuade you in the least.
Exos brought a lot of mostly positive changes to the setup of the gym, especially the weight training floor. I've been in a dozen gyms in the city, which is enough to know that they all have the same challenges of satisfying the needs and requests of their clients with the amount of space they have and what their insurance will allow. This facility is HUGE, so they've had more space than most to play with.
Before Exos, there was one power rack and one Smith Press and there was always a wait. There were no battle ropes, no climibing wall, not enough treadmills, tons of bikes gathering dust, and not that many classes. All that has changed for the better.
Now we have two power racks, a Smith Press, and more dumbells and no one really has to wait long - if at all. They also added a handsome modular Beaverfit box which is incredibly diverse and allows one set of barbell hooks and one set of catches. Plenty of us use the hooks and catches for types of racking they were not designed for, and for which dedicated racks should probably be used, but management never objects.
At a total of 4 useable barbell racks, plus the floor for deadlifts, that's more accommodating than most gyms.
I'd like to see the following changes:
- Add one more set of hooks for the Beaverfit ($40)
- Anchor the battle ropes to the North wall instead of the corner of the Beaverfit (Ditch one of the treadmills, move the kettlebell rack 3 feet to the east) This would allow members to stand on the training floor safely while using the ropes; right now, some stand in between the power racks (unbelievably dangerous) or in the opening of the hallway leading to locker rooms.
- A small space to get into and out of handstands safely against the wall.
The culture and clients there are fine overall. You'll find a large variation in concepts of personal space and courtesy. Not model, but fine.
Beginners will be comfortable. There are experienced trainees whose lifting is really impressive, safe, and just...strong AF. There are also people who get themselves into trouble - I pulled 185 lbs off a guy's chest last week after he managed to eek out the word "help." It happens, but it should not happen.
The clients are also really diverse - which I like. We have all fitness levels, ages, nationalities, & a bunch of religions. There seems to be room for everyone. I love seeing old guys on the treadmill wearing jeans. More power to you.
As a therapist treating sports injuries and chronic pain for 15 years, I have several clients in common with two of the trainers there - I know them to be professional and very very good at what they do.
There is one who is absolutely unsafe and you must not train with. You'll know this person because they're ok setting you up in very close proximity to other equipment and people. For ex: I saw them have a client run through an *agility* ladder carrying a medicine ball, less than arm's reach from a barbell, and then down the hallway towards the locker rooms and back - but you'll be in good hands with all the other trainers there.
I took a Princeton Review course here. Such an impressive place with so much going on. I had a very positive experience using this facility.
My child can't play basketball when it's raining outside because of the scrict rules.
STAY AWAY! Ranella at the front desk is THE RUDEST. When you first sign up, she might be all smiles, yet as you see her more, she is simply super rude. She treats customers really badly in front of their face and behind their back. JUST BE WISE AND STAY AWAY! Going to the gym is suppose to be a positive experience, certainly not the one MCC offers.
All of the items in my locker were stolen. My jacket, wallet, sweater and scarf. The locker next to mine was also robbed of a jacket, sweater and book bag.
Good neighborhood gym for a nice price.. staff is really helpful And friendly. you can usually get a machine here without any wait. They offer group classes and indoor basketball, you can't really go wrong here for the price
I honestly think this is the best gym in NYC for the price. Excellent classes and teachers. I wish I played basketball so I could utilize the court. I will definitely renew my membership when I return from traveling.
Very clean.
Excellent equipment and plenty of it.
Great Bangara dance classes with fun energy and good breakdown of steps.
Beautiful sun filled room for sunrise yoga.
All yoga classes are a joy.
(Lost a star when they discontinued the exceptional African dance class by Annie.)
I had a Guest access for today during my Holliday tripp. It's a nice little Gym with all equipment you need for a good workout. The Guest access was free, that's good but if I came there a second time I would have to pay 25$ which is definitely too much for a Holliday workout. Please start offering one Day passes for e.g. 10$ each day.
Very clean.
Excellent equipment and plenty of it.
Great Bangara dance classes with fun energy and good breakdown of steps.
Beautiful sun filled room for sunrise yoga.
All yoga classes are a joy.
(Lost a star when they discontinued the exceptional African dance class by Annie.)
Very clean.
Excellent equipment and plenty of it.
Great Bangara dance classes with fun energy and good breakdown of steps.
Beautiful sun filled room for sunrise yoga.
All yoga classes are a joy.
(Lost a star when they discontinued the exceptional African dance class by Annie.)
I had a Guest access for today during my Holliday tripp. It's a nice little Gym with all equipment you need for a good workout. The Guest access was free, that's good but if I came there a second time I would have to pay 25$ which is definitely too much for a Holliday workout. Please start offering one Day passes for e.g. 10$ each day.
Good neighborhood gym for a nice price.. staff is really helpful And friendly. you can usually get a machine here without any wait. They offer group classes and indoor basketball, you can't really go wrong here for the price
Good neighborhood gym for a nice price.. staff is really helpful And friendly. you can usually get a machine here without any wait. They offer group classes and indoor basketball, you can't really go wrong here for the price
Recently renovated with all new equipment. Wide selection of equipment, and classes. Very affordable.
