24 Hour Fitness

Pretty disappointed. Behind their counter it states «Supports Military» My son was home for leave for 2 weeks. They charged him first and last months membership fees. $ 82.00 for 2 weeks. Way to support your military.

Reader be warned: This review is more of a company policy issue than a review of the gym itself.
I spent thousands (literally) of dollars to enter into a lifelong plan with 24 hour fitness for myself and my dude. The deal was, «pay for three years in advance, in one lump sum, and pay only $ 49 per person, per year, for the rest of your life.» THIS IS A LIE. I only post this to warn the potential future purchaser of such a deal. READ THE FINE PRINT! They more than doubled those $ 49 annual fees after 9 years with less than a months notice to acquiesce or risk being dropped and therefore lose all prepaid plan privileges and start all over.
I have no qualms with the gym itself. The equipment works, most of the staff are really nice and Tami’s yoga classes are heaven. It’s not fancy and it’s not a sick pick up atmosphere. In bar language, this is your friendly, maybe a little dodgy, dive bar as opposed to that gross booty club that reeks of cheap cologne /​perfume and desperation.
I want to be fair so I gave the gym itself 4 stars. I give the executive hierarchy however 0 – 1 stars. To them I say, the way you manage people is exactly the reason why people are turning on Corporations. Scams aren’t cool and you sneakily swindle people with your predatory salesmanship and then rub fine print in their faces when they have questions. Get off my lawn.
UPDATE: after paying my egregiously increased annual dues, I got a notice I. The mail saying I owed another $ 49. I called customer service and was informed that I was overcharged and to expect a check in the mail. A few days ago I received said check in the mail for the full amount of the increase in fees. I’m not sure if this is a one-​time deal or if they decided to honor our initial agreement but I very much appreciate the attention and the effort. I understand the need for things to be improved and a reasonable increase in fees now and then. I don’t understand less than a months notice that my fees will be more than doubling. Thank you for being reasonable 24-​hour fitness.

Just had the worst experience. I’m a past 24 hour member (originally from the SF Bay Area) and I recently was interested in signing up again, but wanted to try a few of the Irvine classes before I started paying monthly dues. I got a 3 day pass online and came in for my 1^st day yoga class to get turned away! I was told because my license has a Newport Beach address that I am not allowed to have a 3 day pass– local residents only. I live RIGHT down the street! That address is over 2 years old! The DMV doesn’t send you a new license every time you move… I asked if they could make an exception so I could just try the class before I join, but the answer was NO. 24 just completely lost a monthly customer for good.

Icky! I last visited this gym about 8 years ago and even then I thought the equipment was old and nasty and it’s still literally the same exact equipment! I can’t believe they haven’t updated anything. Pretty dirty gym and I will not be visiting this location anytime soon

A prerequisite for moving here was I have to have my TKB. When I saw that this location had it everyday, that sealed the deal for me. That’s what I love most about this location — the flexibility. I work long hours and I also have a baby, so for TKB to be available for me on the daily is a God send. The classes are great. I’ve been to all of them except the day classes and Monday, which I’m going to make a point now to try! Thursday night, Friday night, Saturday and Sunday are super crowded. Ever since I started TKB a few years ago, I’ve always been in the front. My very good friend who got me into it had me in the front everyday so I can see myself and improve even when I didn’t know the moves! It was embarrassing at first but now I have that habit. Anyway, on the crowded days ppl seem to have claimed real estate in the front row– even when you get there early. They’ll have it reserved. Even the instructor (who wasn’t teaching that day) reserved spaces for ppl with a mat. The class was about to start and I was about to move the mat, when he was like in Forest Gump, «this seat’s taken!» I wish I could be part of that cool ppl crew. Welcome to the OC! That’s my only complaint. Otherwise love love love! Negative one star bc it’s crowded and bc parking is a b***h.

I have to say, aside from the classes, which are awesome. The management here continuously surprises me poorly.
Last week, my membership expired, and set of letting me go ahead and go that day, they sent me home.
And now today, I asked his old man to move from the window, and he starts ranting and Raving. I have witnesses by my side, and the manager was useless. I complied with what the manager asked me to do but the old man just complained and complained and complained. And never moved. Needless to say luckily I was compliant with the manager, I should’ve stood my ground as well, but somethings in life are not worth it. Get a life!
Watch out for him!

I generally use the free weight area and they have everything I need. It does get a little busy at night and I reduced it one star because they only have 2 squat racks, which sometimes require a wait when it is busy. Comparing to other 24 Active gyms this one is definitely one of the better ones.

Came here for the first time and this gym is really outdated. Went to the front desk to ask them for class times and the girl in the front was super rude. Did not like this gym or the customer service):

Pretty solid gym with decent equipment. My biggest complaint is that there are only 2 power racks. This makes squatting etc very difficult when it is busy. This gym is also incredibly crowed at night so I suggest going in the morning or during the day.

This gym is VERY small and equipments are not well maintained. The manager gave us attitude too. I normally enjoy trying out other 24hour gyms but this one was just disappointing. I am never coming back to this gym.

Yes, this gym is older (like other Unilocalers have addressed). If you are looking for a fit fashion show that exploits who can lift the most or have biggest/​baddest headphones in town, keep moving…
I like this gym cause everyone here is here to workout and get out. Yes, the machines and weights can be updated, but last time I checked, having new weights, machines, or equipment doesn’t get you healthier or stronger?
This place is close by and does the job. The staff here are very friendly and welcoming than most other locations. (A +++ in my book)
Another bonus: I always wash my hands after every workout and almost every 24 fitness has those dinky sprinkling sink faucets that will take longer than my workout to wash off the soap. I would like to add that this 24’s sink faucet’s water pressure are strong, a small, but big plus when I’m trying to get cleaned and out.

I actually really enjoyed this gym. There are a few mishaps here and there, but hey, it’s quality and opened ²⁴⁄₇.
Greeted right away while walking in. A+ to you! The whole layout of the gym looks really nice. We have one section filled with treadmills, aerobic machines, bikes, ab work outs, etc. Another section is for personal training, and there’s a smaller room for heavy weight lifting and machines.
There aren’t that many free weights here, and the area to sit is a little too close to the free weights that make walking around sort of awkward, but hey, there’s enough. at least at 10PM. The gym is extremely organized and clean, but sometimes it can get a bit humid as the ventilation isn’t the best (but better than the Campus location). Nonetheless, it’s a solid gym. The group X room’s floors are a little dirty, and the mats are unusually small (seriously. how do you do yoga with that or lie down to do ab work outs!?), but there’s lots of equipments in the narrow back room.
The locker room was quite clean, but there’s no mirrors in the room; there’s only mirrors where the bathrooms and sinks are. Oh well. There’s a spa/​steam room/​sauna, so that’s a huge plus.
Solid gym.

I love coming here! The employees are all super friendly and there are regulars who come here too who you get to know if you come here often enough. The machines might be a tad old, but they work just fine. It can get busy at certain hours, but usually there’s something open you can do. The weight room has a lot of weights to choose from and I usually don’t have a problem snagging a squat wrack either. Also there are people of all fitness levels so you don’t feel that intimidated because everyone is at a different level. And everything is always clean when I come!

This is not my usual gym, but I came here with my cousin who lives nearby. When I arrived I was warmly greeted by one of the gym staff working the behind the desk. I was actually very surprised by this as many of the 24 hr fitness that I have frequented which make only a half-​hearted attempt to greet you on the way in. What I quickly noticed about this gym was its demographics, which composed mostly of middle aged to senior guest. The gym appeared old and bit worn in but it was fairly well kept. I noticed that many of the weights and dumbells in its small lifting area were also well racked. The parking was also very ample.
Pros:
–Friendly staff
–Plenty of Parking
–Reasonably clean
–Very relaxed vibe and atmosphere
Con:
–Old and worn equipment
Overview:
I found this gym somewhat pleasant compared to other 24 hr fitness that I have been to before. The gym, yet very worn in was decently kept. The staff was friendly and parking wasn’t much of an issue. I think if I’m in the area again I would like to come here again.

I’ve been a regular at this gym for the past year. I have a sport membership. Good to go mid day when all the machines aren’t taken. 5−8pm are high traffic hours.
Parking can be difficult at these times since it shares with all the other stores in the strip mall.
Restrooms get dirty really quickly and wet really quickly and I never see anyone cleaning them while I’m there.
Cardio machines have recently been updated. The hand weight and mat exercise area is pretty small and in the walkway. So if there isn’t a class going on I would take your stuff in there so you don’t have people walking on top of you to get to the water fountain.
This gym is just to get your mandatory workout in and not a place to loiter around or hang out. Would recommend the bodypump class. If you’re looking for a cleaner and more up to date place try the sport gym at the Spectrum

Avoid if you can! Unfortunately this 24 is closest to my work.
May be ¼ people have a work out towel, may be even less. Almost all machines /​free weight room have sweat all over them. No cleaning bottles that I can see anywhere. Staff clearly doesn’t give a crap. One cleaning guy a see and he is clearly overloaded, may be hire 4 more, or enforce towels so dirtbags clean up machines and benches after they’re done?
Besides that, working out at lunch isn’t too crowded, though takes time to wipe down things from other people’s excretions.

As actives go this is about on par. It’s not pretty, and sometimes it can be a little gross, but it’s got everything you need and is generally fairly clean.
It also seems like they recently replaced bikes and added a prx. The sauna is coed and while they do not have a pool, there is a large spa.

I’ve been coming to this gym off and on for the past few years. Unfortunately, I wasn’t getting the results I wanted because I was only doing cardio. Big mistake.
This spring, when I started coming back to the gym after a long hiatus, I came across Daeon Garner, a top-​notch personal trainer.
During our initial meeting as I was on my way to the elliptical machine, he recommended incorporating strength training into my routine, but I ignored his wise advice. After several more weeks of not getting the results I wanted, I finally signed up for five introductory sessions with Daeon. As much as I wanted to do more, I just didn’t have the funds and the time for a longer commitment.
Daeon introduced me to several weight-​lifting exercises that were ideal for women. He assured me these exercises would help me get back into shape by the time I visit my family in Cuba next year. Needless to say, I was really sore after our first workout, but I could feel the changes.
If you’re fighting an epic battle of the bulge, I highly recommend Daeon. He’s an expert in kinesiology and a former college football player. He’ll bring out the beast in you with his unique blend of encouraging words, motivational support and vast knowledge of the inner workings of all muscle groups — not to mention his friendly disposition, keen sense of humor and superb time-​management skills.
After my five sessions with Daeon, I lost about 10 lbs. Granted, I still have more to go, but I’m well on my way to achieving my goal by the end of the year. If Daeon can’t help you reach your goal, nobody can.

This gym is so busy! The fitness classes at night get so crowded that you have to go early to pick up a pass. They let almost 80 people in the class at a time, and the room gets stuffy quickly. Hence, parking is tricky here. Sometimes I park farther so I don’t have to spend 20 minutes trying to find a good spot.
I thought the gym was hard to find because the parking lot is so confusing at this plaza. It’s at the end of the Culver Plaza behind BevMo and across from CVS. Try to find the cross street Hearthstone.
I think staff here are friendly. They always say hi and bye. I haven’t hired a personal trainer… yet. but we will see about that.

Goodness gracious does it get crowded around rush hour. I’m assuming everyone has the same idea to hit the gym right after work. I’ve seen busy gyms, but this place gets PACKED! Parking can get so competitive.
Like everyone says, the machines are old, and each one makes it’s own «music.» The mats are kind of gross, and I’m not sure how often they get cleaned. Maybe time to buy new ones? Bathroom sanitation could also be improved, but it’s not terrible.
Otherwise, this 24 is conveniently located, and just OK enough to keep me coming. I also like how the gym is organized, and all the employees are super helpful and friendly. I’ve always been greeted with a big smile and an enthusiastic «how are you?» All in all, this place is a solid 3-​star gym.

I took my daughter with me to try it, they people were nice, and looks like she was fine, I think I will do it monthly now…:)