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October 2023 by Mario Demetriou
This place was great. All the staff were super friendly and good to chat to. There was every type of equipment you could want or need. Interesting vibe. I did the free trial and would have definitely paid for a membership if I was in Austin for longer!
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October 2023 by Daniel Ege
This place is an Austin institution. Some of the machines were welded in the 80s or something like that. No frills, no classes... just tons of racks and people trying to get those gains. The management is super friendly, and I've loved the no-nonsense, pay-upfront contract prices.
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September 2023 by Justin Clitheroe
The vibe of this gym alone put 2 inches on my biceps, heavy recommend
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August 2023 by Joseph Chen
Great old time gym type of vibe! It might not have a lot of newer, more up to date type of machines, but it has a LOT of really cool old machines that equally, if not moreso, lead to a great gym experience. This place also has a really great assortment of strength building equipment that the staff would more than happily help you learn how to use. Additionally, the staff there is super nice, and even though I was only staying in Austin for a short while, Mason happily cancelled the autodraft charge for me after the first month to save me money. If you're looking for a really cool, old-school, "get down and dirty" type of gym that has ample equipment and NO intitiation fee, then this is for you!
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August 2023 by Petra Kelsey
***Note: this review is really for the massive, tanned, veiny, muscle arm sculpture that graces the Hyde Park Gym entrance. I've never actually been inside the gym. ***I first saw this beast of an arm as a child. I grew up nearby, and so it was common sight as my parents drove me down Guad. I remember it always piqued my curiosity, even awe. "Only people who have arms like that are allowed in" I used to think.As Austin has continue to change and we see more and more businesses upgrade to Austin 2.0, I'm glad to see that this awesome sculpture has remained as a mainstay of the neighborhood. It continues to stir nostalgia in me every time I pass by.I do think this iconic sculpture would benefit from a refresh by the OG artist, as the skin is starting to flake off like a bad case of eczema.Otherwise, great gym! (as seen from the outside--I also like seeing folks diligently toning their bods doing circuit training in the lot--good work, gymgoers!)
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July 2023 by John Reeves
Brother and I went here for a day pass for a workout, and damn was I impressed. They're a serious lifting gym that adequately accommodates bodybuilding, olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and other strength disciplines. They have a bit of a dingy old-school vibe, but it's a very clean and friendly environment. Think somewhere you're not afraid to grunt and hiss and get a great workout in, but a beautiful place that's worth keeping pristine. Loved the environment, the people, and the equipment. 10/10 would lift here again. ONLY downside: it's not cheap... however, that's compared to Missouri standards, whereas it may be relatively normal in Austin, TX
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July 2023 by Timothy Haney
Great community, really supporting of new lifters and experienced lifters alike. Always a squat rack or platform open because there’s so many. Love this gym.
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July 2023 by minor wisdom
Solid gym. It has all of the equipment you need. Everyone is there to to handle their business. Simple membership transaction.
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April 2023 by Kristin Little
Can’t say enough good things about this gym. Some of the things I love:- diverse and down to earth clientele. I am so inspired by the women that work out here!!- no contracts or other gym scams.- nothing obnoxious. Tons of equipment, no music blaring, no weird group exercise, just a place where you can safely work out (and plenty of squat racks!)- welcoming and community-oriented. I was a complete newbie to weightlifting when I joined. I hired one of the trainers based off of the owner’s recommendation, and I have felt so comfortable coming to this gym (as a 5 foot tall woman, nonetheless) for the past 1.5 years- friendly but respectful front desk staffIf you are looking for a cool, low key, individually owned place to get strong, you’ve found it!
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April 2023 by Artstrada Magazine
Love this gym. Best work outs for serious gains. Crew is very friendly, and equipment is thorough
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December 2022 by Brad King
This is my favorite old school gym in the country. I love visiting Austin because of it. Several olympic lifting platforms. Two giant machine, dumbbell, and barbell areas. A little cardio corner. And a stretching room. Plus, showers and bathrooms. I really love the flexible pricing as well. Honestly, I wish I lived in Austin again because it's damn near the perfect place to lift and train.
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November 2022 by Provider Advocacy
Great gym! Below are my only complaints:*When people use the two benches as squat racks when the other side has plenty of squat racks.*When trainers place their cups, binders, or butts on equipment that prevents others from using (e.g., sitting on a bench when conducting training, etc.)
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November 2022 by Derek Nguyen
Reception was not so friendly and unforgiving for a one time mistake. I forgot to wash my hands before signing in… …that was it. She gave me an attitude from then on. I tried to apologize but it wasn’t acknowledged.
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October 2022 by Garrett Anderson
Very friendly neighborhood gym. Lots of good dudes here that are very wecoming and helpful to a guy who is new to lifting.
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October 2022 by Robert Hill
The staff is very friendly and the aesthetic inspires hard work. Seems like a nice community of people.
