Gold’s Gym

My company just moved me and 10 other people into town, we we’re so excited to try out this gym. Me and two others went in on Sunday and talked to Christian, we told him we just moved in from Texas, he was great to work with and told us we could try out the gym by going online and getting the «VIP trial pass» we went online and got the pass and came back the next day ready to workout! We we’re told by the front dest clerk after showing him the passes and filling out the form, that we had to wait to speak to another person. We waited for about 20 mins and then were told that we couldn’t use our trial pass because we weren’t from Alabama and didn’t have an Alabama license to prove it. They said we could sign up today or pay for a day pass. But they wouldn’t let us try out the gym. Apparently they’re coming under new management and let’s hope they’re better than these guys! Although we are super disappointed, That’s fine we’ll take our business elsewhere

So before you believe any reviews slamming the place (Cough* Joe L. Cough*), they have a pool… and a sauna… and that guy obviously is Janky and didn’t want to pay for a gym… now let’s begin…
The gym itself is actually really nice and clean. They also have lots of machines and cardio equipment. So why not 5 stars? Well it gets extremely crowded after work during the week, and is filled with meatheads who don’t re-​rack their weights. Don’t worry bro, I was planning on bench pressing 415 pounds as well. thanks for not making me waste my time putting all those sweet plates on the bar…
The staff is actually friendly as well, but if you don’t want to work out in the early morning, this might not be the best gym for you. However, if you love seeing guys with string tank tops on that show off their chest and even their nipples… then this the gym for you!

This is a great place to work out. Ian is a terrific manager — very responsive and friendly as are the other staff members. You never have to wait for a machine, and there is a wide variety of classes. The members are also nice and friendly. We have made several friends here. This is a place for people of all levels — beginners to really serious body builders. They have a pool, sauna, track, spinning room, and clean showers. We have never had a problem with billing, as some posts have stated. I would highly recommend this gym — can’t imagine going anywhere else!

Great place to work out. Lots of machines, room and classes. This is now my go to place to work on speed training if it is too hot outside. The staff has always been helpful and nice.
In addition, this is a real guy’s kind of gym. Let’s just say there is plenty of testosterone around. I’ve never had to wait to use the equipment and because of the wide variety of machines I can hit every muscle group.
I’m a fan of racquetball and enjoying playing here. They also have an indoor pool and a basketball court. Plenty of options for the healthy minded.

Our dance instructor had us practice in a studio room here since our usual location wasn’t available. If we weren’t members at UAB, we would def consider joining this location since it’s not too far down 31 from our condo. From what I saw, all their equipment is updated and there are multiples to handle a peak crowd

I am so happy I got to try out the 7-​day pass for Gold’s Gym. I initially got it because I love free things and the hot weather has been keeping me from doing my usual runs outside, so why not? :)
The equipment and facilities are very nice; clean, new, and most of them have TV’s, yay! Vestavia Hills has a pool and sauna which is a huge plus for me. I enjoyed the classes they offer, but Zumba wasn’t as intense as I had hoped it would be. I tried yoga here for the first time and it is such an amazing workout. I have only done two classes but I already feel more energized, flexible, and my balance has improved. Doing yoga is like working out and getting a full body massage at the same time, it is so relaxing! The instructors were really friendly and bring a wonderful energy into the room.
The staff is friendly but a little irritating in egging you to purchase memberships, but they’re just doing their jobs. I have seen numerous reviews on how Gold’s will bill incorrectly, so be careful when signing a contract and read the fine print.

Watch your money at this place! They will steal your $$$$$$.
I had free passes and I made the mistake of filling-​out the mandatory documents including my credit card info. They tell you this incase you want to join. Thankfully I used my AmexPlat. They even had the nerve to use another credit card billing method after I had Amex pull the plug on the first theft. The used the corporate merchant credit card billing from Texas after I had the Montgomery location shut down. After this crap, I had to threaten to sue them for them to finely stop and credit all charges.
Also so to note, they do not have a pool, hot-​tubs, steam or dry saunas. The showers are awful. They give you one hand towel to dry off. I will never deal with them again!

As a gym, it’ll do. They have plenty of machines and lockers. That, however, is where the positives stop.
The customer service is the worst I’ve ever experienced at a gym. Soon, I got fed up and started working out at home instead. A couple of weeks after I cancelled my membership, they charged me anyway. Then again a few weeks later. When I emailed them about it in between charges they acted as if I were lying about cancelling. After that they decided to completely ignore me.
Thankfully, they finally cancelled it. But I would definitely not recommend joining to anyone I know.

I’ve been members of 5 gyms in Alabama, Mississippi, and Seattle, WA. This is the nicest gym I’ve ever been a member of. In addition, it’s cheaper than the local gyms.
Big open air weight section, gym, pool, personal training area, cardio theater (it actually shows movies all day long… it’s awesome).
Free 7 day membership with no obligation. I loved it so much that I joined on the first day before I had even canceled my membership at the old one.
Ask for Brooke. you’ll get a dime tour and she will ensure you get the best package for your money.

I almost wish I’d never been a member here — this Gold’s Gym spoiled me on gyms forever.
See, not only do they have a huuuuge space with two floors of circuit, cardio and resistance training, they also have this thing called Cardio Cinema. Cardio Cinema, for those who may be unaware, is essentially a MOVIE THEATER but with ellipticals and stationary bikes in lieu of stadium style cushy fold down chairs. I tell you what, if anything is gonna entice me to stay an extra 30 mins at the gym and earn my membership, it’s being able to exercise in a movie theater. So awesome.
They also have a special women’s workout room that’s closed off from the rest of the gym, which I used quite frequently if the machines that I wanted to use were occupied.
My only complaint is that I wish they had disinfectant wipes or towels to wipe down equipment when you’re finished sweatin’ on it.