Shapes Total Fitness

Closed south Tampa location without notifying members. I’m unable to go to any of their other locations. Per contract they have to provide a comparable gym within 5 driving miles. They did not provide this. They dumped their members off to Caltas on gandy. NOT comparable-​no daycare, it’s co-​Ed, and horrible reviews!

I am a fairly new member at Shapes but I really like working out there. I use this location often because it’s convenient from my office, but I have access to all the Shapes in the area, which is nice. I was a long-​time Lifestyle’s member but could not STAND LA Fitness, so I had to switch it up. There aren’t a lot of options in this area, unless you don’t mind a lack of classes and so can do something like Anytime Fitness. I like classes so my choices were rather limited and I felt Shapes had the most options and best value.
The facility is a little older and could probably do with some updates/​renovation, but it is clean and well maintained. They have a large variety of classes but some of the most popular ones get pretty full. Like ANY gym, I would try to avoid doing resistance training on the floor during the peak time in the afternoon if possible. Parking can be kind of a pain if you don’t get there by a little after 5, but there is an Einstein Bros across the street and I have heard people say they park over there. I tend to go in the early mornings when it’s not so crowded.
I paid the extra $ 25 when I first signed up for a ‘BOOST’ session where I got a personalized workout plan from one of the personal trainers. They also do all your measurements, including body fat, as well. I had mine with Lori and she’s great. I did not feel like I got the hard-​sale on paying for more sessions at the end, which I really liked. They will also do measurements for any member every month at no extra charge, you just have to ask.
I paid in full for one year and I felt I got a very reasonable rate, especially considering my rate with LA Fitness was almost double. You have to decide what your fitness is worth to you, no one else can do that for you. It is kind of annoying that you have to pay more for some classes (like TRX), but a lot if gyms have similar arrangements so it really doesn’t bother me. There are a lot of other options that you don’t have to pay extra for. And if you do the ‘BOOST’ as mentioned above, you get a pass for one free TRX class and one free Water in Motion class, which pretty much pays for/​makes up for the $ 25 BOOST cost.
I really recommend Shapes and it really is what you make of it. If they would update some of the equipment and have a separate room for cycling (instead of holding it in the group fitness room), I would give it 5 stars.

A member since 1998 and letting my membership expire this year. The gym itself is fine. They have all the equipment you could need. The hours are my problem. They close at 9pm M-​F, 6pm Sat, and 5pm Sunday. I like to workout in the evenings and am not willing to let my health and fitness suffer for their silly hours. FYI Shapes– Most gyms stay open later!
I’m the type of person who goes in and does my own thing; I don’t count on the staff there for any help. My friends who I brought in on guest passes never wanted to join after trying it out and interacting with the staff.
If you don’t need or want any interaction with staff and this place is convenient for you, then go for it. If not, I’m finding out there are many better options.

To preface my review, the staff there is ever changing. Some of the girls at the front desk are very welcoming, while others don’t even welcome you. The stationary leg and arm machines are outdated. This is the only gym I’ve been to that has TRX suspension cables, but won’t allow you to use them unless you are taking a TRX class ($ 20 per class). Same with kettlebells. Lori & Morgan are awesome and always friendly on the floor (they are personal trainers and also instruct some of the group fitness classes).
Chrissy, a blonde pale trainer at Shapes, has been difficult towards fellow members regarding her personal training sessions and you getting in her way. Debbie is the manager and is friendly and upbeat, and always welcomes members.
There’s not a ton of space in the general work out area, and in the evenings it’s hard to do abs on mats or free weights b/​c so many of the trainers are holding small group personal training sessions. So, avoid prime time (4:30−7pm)…
Also, every member seems to pay a different rate. Some pay $ 10/​month, while others pay up to $ 35/​month. Negotiate if you still want to work out here.

Shapes is one of the largest all-​women gyms in the Tampa Bay area. The class schedule is awesome. A variety of classes are available in the mornings, afternoons and evening. Not only are there a ton of yoga, kick boxing and aerobic classes, but there are also water classes. Inbetween classes members are welcomed to use the pool for their own exercising.
Personal Training is available at Shapes. I have trained with Lori in the past and she is so awesome!!! If a one-​on-​one session is too pricey there are group sessions available. For about $ 15 you can get a 60 minute personal training session with a group of 4 – 6 other women. (A great way to make friends if you are new to the area or if you are just looking to make friends!)
When the gym gets busy (especially in January) the cardio floor can get busy so it is important to be flexible in your exercise routine. I don’t ever mind. It encourages me to try new machines and change up my routine.
My opinion on Shape’s contracts… it’s just like signing up for a cell phone… you can’t change your mind just because you don’t use it! I haven’t ever paid monthly, I usually just pay in full so I can get their discounted membership prices. The girls do get a little aggressive about renewing expiring memberships, but I told them I joined another gym and they stopped calling.

Small but nice gym. I loved taking yoga classes there, but unfortunately, my favorite yoga instructor is no longer there. I gave them 3 stars because they hound you when your contract is about to expire. After getting a call almost everyday for 2 weeks, I told them to put me on their do not call list. The next day I received THREE calls from them! I did not renew my membership for that reason alone. Still, almost a year later, I still get calls from them every now and then!