Best Fitness Schenectady Reviews

Amazing staff here and an excellent gym! Eric and Emily made sure I had a great experience up front. The gym was clean and spacious and they actually play good workout music in the gym area.

By far the best gym in the 518. From the staff right down to the equipment. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel like a member of their family. You walk in and instantly you feel at home and comfortable. Being the biggest gym in the area you are never fighting for equipment and you have so many options. I will never go to another gym! I love best fitness!

Been at best for about 2 years now I love it here, but I don t understand why the hours are so short during the days makes it hard for people that have work/school and can only get a late lift in.

Best gym in the state of New York! Incredibly clean, the most welcoming staff, and the best group classes you can ask for. Everyone is very personable and very helpful. The gym is in pristine condition and the equipment/dumbbells are spotless. Everyone should choose this gym if they are looking to have a wonderful gym experience.

After my twins were born, I was always too busy to go to the gym (or at least that's what I told myself). Then before I knew it 10 years had passed and I had put on a lot of excess weight. I never felt good, let alone how it affected me mentally every time I looked in the mirror or had to shop for clothing. Then in December I finally got sick and tired of being sick and tired. A friend suggested I give her gym a try and I started my membership at Best Fitness Schenectedy that month. Little did I know I was going to strike GOLD!!! I love this place. It's clean, there truly is no feeling of being judged, and there's no high pressure environment. I did do an evaluation that led me to hire a trainer but that was my decision and I had many years to make up for in neglecting myself. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I've even had to ask a few other members for help on occasion and they've been super. I'm finally finding myself again. Three months after joining, I had lost 13 pounds and was down almost 5% body fat. I'm smiling again when I look in the mirror! Don't get me started on my trainer, Alana B. This woman is a key factor in my successes. She's understanding but firm, professional, knowledgeable, motivating, encouraging and always positive even when she has to push me a little harder. She's real and has an energy that's contagious. I always leave the gym feeling like I've accomplished something that's going to get me to my end goals. Ryan T was my first experience with an instructor for any of the classes. His HITT classes will kick your butt but are so rewarding. He is perfect at making you feel like you can achieve anything and that you belong here. His ability to inspire your best will make you want to set your alarm to take his next class. I do believe I've found my home. All of my experiences here have been positive from billing to employees and the facility itself I would strongly encourage anyone to give it a try. What is there to lose other than extra weight and negative self thoughts?

Holly B.
Glenville, NY

Just wanted to say thanks to the Housekeeping crew! They are always detailing the equipment and cleaning the locker room. I've noticed it before Covid-19 started so it's nice to see they have been doing extensive cleaning. So I definitely recommend this Best Fitness if you want a clean and professional gym.I've been a member for 3 years and no issues .

Best Fitness is a great place to work out. Sufficient equipment for all types of routines. The desk staff are friendly, engaging and professional. Some of the trainers are rude. Part of their job description is to engage with members and be pleasant. They are not. You say Good Morning and they don't even respond. Overall, the gym is a great place to work out and I would highly recommend joining. Just don't expect pleasantries from some of the trainers.

Best Gym In The Capital Region! I have been a member at several gyms throughout the Capital Region and Best Fitness is the best! There is not another gym that compares to Best Fitness. Best has a variety of classes that will certainly be something for everyone. Their professionalism is a step above the rest. Especially now with COVID best has stepped up in a big way to help stop the spread. They ensure that all equipment is cleaned and members are social distancing. Look no further and join Best Fitness, you won t be disappointed.

As a Member I have lost over 60+ Pounds with Best Fitness. The Professional Staff and Trainers remained focused and dedicated to my Fitness Goals and to keeping me motivated throughout the process. I Highly Recommend this Fitness Center also for the Strict Policies in place to combat COVID-19 in terms of Social Distancing, Mask Requirements, and Consistent Sanitation by Maintenance Staff . I will be remaining a Loyal Member!

Update 12APR21: Disappointed in the COVID regulations enforcement. However, both myself and my family and friends have been vaccinated so I am not stressing over killing them. I don't think the gym did well here, but at this point vaccinations will soon be almost halfway complete so updating the review. As always, you are responsible for your own actions and their consequences.

Staff: I am VERY impressed with the staff at all locations. this is more important than anything in my book. I have issues in some areas, but none whatsoever. The staff always greet you and say goodbye. This isn't just during certain times, this is all times/all staff members.

Equipment: Best in area overall. There are more than machines for each body part and the machines each have a different focus (I hate when a gym has more than one machine but they hit the muscle the same exact way).

Value: Great value overall. If they could add a few massage chairs I would move in. I do like that about Planet Fitness, but that's about all they have on BF except for better hours too. Equipment is in good condition and well maintained.