Gold's Gym.....

nkira · 05-23-2009, 08:46 AM

How is it? Any Gold Gym members here?

I have been working out at my home gym, but just yesterday I saw gold gyms ad. They are opening one just walking distance from my home.

Annual fees is $230, which I think is very good deal!! They also told me that they will be including "Body Pump" facility in the same annual fees.

Just want some views from member's....

**Merkaba** · 05-23-2009, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by nkira

How is it? Any Gold Gym members here?

I have been working out at my home gym, but just yesterday I saw gold gyms ad. They are opening one just walking distance from my home.

Annual fees is $230, which I think is very good deal!! They also told me that they will be including "Body Pump" facility in the same annual fees.

Just want some views from member's....

I used to be a long time ago. It was a gym. There isn't one around me anymore so I don't even hear anything about Golds. Can't be too bad.

**Prince** · 05-23-2009, 11:15 AM

If its a Golds Gym franchise it has to be good to meet the standards of using their name.

At $19/month I would be jumping on that personally.

nkira · 05-23-2009, 11:17 AM

So, It's a good gym? (I am not interested in any other service's that they offer)

T_man · 05-23-2009, 11:22 AM

at $230 a year any gym is good

nkira · 05-23-2009, 11:22 AM

I know, it's very economical. There's one more new gym by the name of Air Life Studio but they charging almost 3 times the gold's fees. I think Gold's is gonna make then run for their money!!

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Originally Posted by Prince

If its a Golds Gym franchise it has to be good to meet the standards of using their name.

At $19/month I would be jumping on that personally.

fufu · 05-23-2009, 11:31 AM

Check it out, see if you like it. Be very very cautious with their gym contracts. Read it thoroughly and be aggressive with questions.

**Prince** · 05-23-2009, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by nkira

So, It's a good gym? (I am not interested in any other service's that they offer)

YES, and I am sure they will give you a 1 or 2 week trial to test it out, but seriously if it's a Golds Gym and only $19/month you cannot really lose.

nkira · 05-23-2009, 11:41 AM

We went there in a group 5 people and they immediately dropped there fees from $288 to $230. Also there timing is very flexible from 6am to 10.30pm (last entry), which suits me very well.

No harm in becoming a Goldie I guess

I will ask them about the trial.....

Quote:

Originally Posted by fufu

Check it out, see if you like it. Be very very cautious with their gym contracts. Read it thoroughly and be aggressive with questions.

They are very open about there gym contract & are very supportive.

fufu,Where are all the HAIRS!!! Gaz bit you?

Long time no see, been busy?

T_man · 05-23-2009, 11:41 AM

Just make sure it isn't like half price for the first 3 months and then it shoots up after that but you're contracted to the payment. Go over everything with a fine tooth comb.

nkira · 05-23-2009, 11:52 AM

$230/Annum offer is only valid if you pay 100% On THE Spot....

It's sort of opening offer, I am sure they will bump up the fees later on as always.....

**Merkaba** · 05-23-2009, 12:00 PM

I'm a member at 3 Peaks for 16 a month due to that 100% pay option. A guy I train paid for it too! Always a better deal when you pay up front.

How is that "air life " place. Sounds a little spa like. I hate gyms that are like 40 degrees inside and full of yoga mats with like 4 free weight stations.

nkira · 05-23-2009, 12:10 PM

I went to see air-life-studio (ALS), they have original spinner bikes, Star Trac equipment, all imported stuff, for which they paid heavily. It's 24000 Sq/Feet fitness center. They sauna, protein bar, massage, kick boxing, circuit training.....few more things. I for sure know that they are paying rental for that area, around some 20-30 Lakh Ruppes(Thats around $3 million) rent only!!! (electricity, water, ect ect @ extra)

The spinner bike costed around $900 each & they have around 20 bikes!!

I think they have over spent.....& in period of recession.....

I can go on with there details, as I personally know the guy who rented them the space.

Insanity!!!

fufu · 05-23-2009, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by nkira

We went there in a group 5 people and they immediately dropped there fees from $288 to $230. Also there timing is very flexible from 6am to 10.30pm (last entry), which suits me very well.

No harm in becoming a Goldie I guess

I will ask them about the trial.....

They are very open about there gym contract & are very supportive.

fufu,Where are all the HAIRS!!! Gaz bit you?

Long time no see, been busy?

I still recommend looking into the contract thoroughly. Commercial gyms are notorious for sucking people into agreements while omitting a lot of stuff. Your best bet would to be talk to someone who has already have a membership, but seeing as the Gold's is new that isn't an option.

When I was a member I remember dealing with a fair amount of bullshit once I had my membership. The biggest concern is canceling a membership. I didn't cancel my membership, but my friend tried, and it was a bit of an ordeal. As long as you are confident you'll be able to commit to the long term agreement, you should be fine.

As far as my ironmag activity, I have been relatively busy recently. I've hardly been around my computer. I try to check up frequently, though.

nkira · 05-23-2009, 12:42 PM

Did that happen at Gold's?

Hulk decides to pay them a visit......Again.

Quote:

Originally Posted by fufu

I still recommend looking into the contract thoroughly. Commercial gyms are notorious for sucking people into agreements while omitting a lot of stuff. Your best bet would to be talk to someone who has already have a membership, but seeing as the Gold's is new that isn't an option.

When I was a member I remember dealing with a fair amount of bullshit once I had my membership. The biggest concern is canceling a membership. I didn't cancel my membership, but my friend tried, and it was a bit of an ordeal. As long as you are confident you'll be able to commit to the long term agreement, you should be fine.

As far as my ironmag activity, I have been relatively busy recently. I've hardly been around my computer. I try to check up frequently, though.

nkira · 05-23-2009, 12:45 PM

It's there 3rd franchise in my city, so I guess they are on right track.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince

If its a Golds Gym franchise it has to be good to meet the standards of using their name.

At $19/month I would be jumping on that personally.

nkira · 05-24-2009, 10:41 AM

Ok, I visited them again & everything checks out Ok. I have decided to join!!

nkira · 05-28-2009, 10:03 AM

Ok, here's the catch,

Fees is valid for a group of 4 people,

Pre sale offer till May 31 - $20/Month
After Opening(June 1st to June 30th) - $22/Month
July 1st to July 14th - $24/Month
July 15th Onwards - $26/Month

For individuals the rates are higher...like (July onwards) $30/Month.......

So basically they match the fees difference in few months.......

I got the equipment brand list.....
Cybex
Precor
Life Fitness (Hammer Strength)
Nautilus

**Prince** · 05-28-2009, 10:06 AM

great prices, I pay $25/month for my 24hour Fitness membership.

nkira · 05-28-2009, 10:30 AM

I join!! Thanks for the input Prince...

**dg806** · 05-28-2009, 03:06 PM

Those are cheap prices. My Golds is $35/month

AKIRA · 05-28-2009, 05:42 PM

If it is just opening, then yeah do it. The one near my home town did that and it was a great gym. Lots of ass in there too.

juggernaut · 05-28-2009, 05:52 PM

I belonged to a golds yyeeeeears ago. I loved it. I wish I could own one. Great franchise from a business standpoint and a phenomenal gym by a customer's standpoint too.

Mike141 · 05-29-2009, 09:30 AM

I belong to one and have been going for about 8yrs now. It blows away any of the three other franchise gyms in my town! And for that price, you should jump on it. I like the deal that when you walk into a Gold's, you get the feeling that you are in a gym and now in a health club. At least mine, they have the wieghts and cardio equip separate, so you get that feeling. I like it and really have no complaints. Good Luck

fufu · 05-29-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by dg806

Those are cheap prices. My Golds is $35/month

Yeah they are, mine was 40$ a month.

nkira · 05-29-2009, 11:02 AM

I JOINED!!!! Yeppeee!!!!

Just paid the fees & they said they will call me for opening function as well.....

I went at around the closing time.....all the staff was sitting around & chatting casually, including the trainer & head trainer...nice folks....I like there attitude....they are friendly & open.....

I think I am gonna love that place!!!

T_man · 05-29-2009, 01:42 PM

yay =)

juggernaut · 05-29-2009, 02:09 PM

good. now put some fucking meat on those bones, ya skinny fuck!

**dg806** · 05-29-2009, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nkira

I JOINED!!!! Yeppeee!!!!

Just paid the fees & they said they will call me for opening function as well.....

I went at around the closing time.....all the staff was sitting around & chatting casually, including the trainer & head trainer...nice folks....I like there attitude....they are friendly & open.....

I think I am gonna love that place!!!

Cool........being around others in that setting really will give you a renewed vigor to workout.

T_man · 05-29-2009, 06:02 PM

progressive loading in gyms is easy because your ego makes you want to seem like you can lift more than you can so you're constantly lifting as much as you physically can.

congratulations ^_^

05-23-2009, 11:15 AM	#3
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05-23-2009, 11:22 AM	#5
T_man Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Leeds, England Posts: 1,247 Photos: 1	at $230 a year any gym is good Cheat on your girlfriend, not on your meal.

05-23-2009, 11:31 AM	#7
fufu fiendish thingy Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 16,731 Photos: 8	Check it out, see if you like it. Be very very cautious with their gym contracts. Read it thoroughly and be aggressive with questions. fufu's 1337 Journal Your diet will set you free.

05-23-2009, 11:41 AM	#10
T_man Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Leeds, England Posts: 1,247 Photos: 1	Just make sure it isn't like half price for the first 3 months and then it shoots up after that but you're contracted to the payment. Go over everything with a fine tooth comb. Cheat on your girlfriend, not on your meal.

05-23-2009, 12:00 PM	#12
Merkaba "King of Cheat Meals" Moderator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: sc Posts: 1,625	I'm a member at 3 Peaks for 16 a month due to that 100% pay option. A guy I train paid for it too! Always a better deal when you pay up front. How is that "air life " place. Sounds a little spa like. I hate gyms that are like 40 degrees inside and full of yoga mats with like 4 free weight stations. Ban 2 1/2 's !!!!!! -------------------------------------------- Some Pics. All Natural

05-28-2009, 10:06 AM	#19
Prince IronMagLabs Owner Administrator Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Colorado Posts: 37,395 Photos: 356	great prices, I pay $25/month for my 24hour Fitness membership. BOARD SPONSORS: MassNutrition.com - Discount Supplement Superstore IronMagLabs.com - Bodybuilding Nutrition AlltheWhey.com - Bulk Protein Powders & Supplements CEMProducts.com - Research Chemicals & Supplements MusclesProd.com - Steroids, Bodybuilding & Training Blog Maximizer.com - Maximum Strength for Maximum Performance MikeGetsRipped.com - The Original 'Get Ripped' Blog ProteinRoutine.com - Experiments in Healthy Living Follow on Twitter Join Facebook Group Befriend on Myspace

05-28-2009, 03:06 PM	#21
dg806 Guardian of The Homeland Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 18,196	Those are cheap prices. My Golds is $35/month 1-Andro Rx Pro-hormone

05-28-2009, 05:42 PM	#22
AKIRA I am Rollo Tomassee.. Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Outside the box Posts: 8,787 Photos: 3	If it is just opening, then yeah do it. The one near my home town did that and it was a great gym. Lots of ass in there too. 6' 209lbs (8/16) Bench 365 (12/3) Weighted Pullups 80lbs 3x3 (3/19) Squat 370 Deadlift after herniation 385lbs 3x3 (3/17) NASM certified 2/06 Journal

05-28-2009, 05:52 PM	#23
juggernaut Creator of Chaos Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: NJ Posts: 5,463 Photos: 2	I belonged to a golds yyeeeeears ago. I loved it. I wish I could own one. Great franchise from a business standpoint and a phenomenal gym by a customer's standpoint too.

05-29-2009, 09:30 AM	#24
Mike141 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: USA Posts: 48	I belong to one and have been going for about 8yrs now. It blows away any of the three other franchise gyms in my town! And for that price, you should jump on it. I like the deal that when you walk into a Gold's, you get the feeling that you are in a gym and now in a health club. At least mine, they have the wieghts and cardio equip separate, so you get that feeling. I like it and really have no complaints. Good Luck

05-29-2009, 01:42 PM	#27
T_man Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Leeds, England Posts: 1,247 Photos: 1	yay =) Cheat on your girlfriend, not on your meal.

05-29-2009, 02:09 PM	#28
juggernaut Creator of Chaos Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: NJ Posts: 5,463 Photos: 2	good. now put some fucking meat on those bones, ya skinny fuck!

05-29-2009, 06:02 PM	#30
T_man Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Leeds, England Posts: 1,247 Photos: 1	progressive loading in gyms is easy because your ego makes you want to seem like you can lift more than you can so you're constantly lifting as much as you physically can. congratulations ^_^ Cheat on your girlfriend, not on your meal.

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