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September 2023 by Maya Kirk
Billing scam/shady billing practice/shady contractI have undergone a series of medical treatments, including 2 surgeries, from early March-August. I am physically unable to engage in the calisthenics workouts.Initially, I asked to pause my membership thinking I would return sooner, but since I ended up needing not 1, but 2 surgeries, I needed to extend my pause.I was told that I can’t extend my pause, regardless of my medical limitations. After trying to engage both the owner and the admin staff several times, they stopped responding to me, but continued to try and bill me.At the end of the day, they did not have my current billing info, and they would not be able to collect payment anyway… or so I thought. Somehow, they have somehow gotten my new debit card number and proceeded with charging me.There are many layers to how criminal, underhanded, contract violating, and illegal these business practices are. There’s not a fitness studio or gym in the USA that does not have language in the contract to protect medically vulnerable people. So Mekanix either has no empathy or compassion for it’s members, or they are actively in violation of/avoiding compliance with their contractI have no idea how they were able to get my updated card information and continue to charge me, but however legal or illegally that came about, they put more effort into that than into working with me as a client.Otherwise, I enjoyed my coach Henry and the other members are very, very nice.The facilities are very poor and unsafe for anyone with any sort of upper respiratory problems/sensitivities (which post-COVID, we all are). If you have any sort of asthma you will trigger an attack working out here.When not injured/sick, I’m a regular at Solidcore, RYDE, CycleBar, Black Swan Yoga, Body20, and I keep regular weekly tennis lessons at memorial. Mekanix costs more than each of those and some of them combined, but it’s definitely not worth the value. Especially knowing their business practices.
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May 2023 by Kirsten Lefeldt
Great space with good equipment. The workout was well structured. Enjoyed the class I joined while visiting Houston.
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May 2023 by Fernanda L.
Incase anyone is wondering: $69 weekly for unlimited classes, includes a trainer checking in on you weekly and some nutritional guidance. + $200 enrollment fee. I had to go through a zoom call to find this information, and was pretty turned off by how pushy and dismissive the person I was speaking to became when I told him I wasn't going to sign up on the spot and needed time to think it over. The call turned from friendly to awkward/ uncomfortable in my perspective from there.
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February 2023 by Stacy Goldstein
Mekanix is a game-changer if you’re looking to take your fitness to the next level. They are very professional - I am blown away with my results and always feel a positive experience when going. So worth it!
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February 2023 by Kelsey Taylor
Love this place! Everyone treats you with care and really wants to see you grow. Amazing team, fantastic vibes and great energy! I definitely recommend you try it out!
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December 2022 by Stacy Rowlett
Did a group Fire & Ice session yesterday at the Spring Branch location. I have never done Fire & Ice and had no clue what I was getting into. Afterwards, I felt so darn relaxed and AMAZINg and was singing in my car the whole way home ?. Justin, the owner, is really great and knowledgeable, the gym is super clean and the staff were all really friendly and kind. I love this gym concept and would join in 2 seconds, if I didn’t live in The Woodlands. If you decide to expand up North, I’ll be your first member! Highly recommend!
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December 2022 by Shariq Khan
I would not recommend this gym! I have been part of many great gyms in the area. I went for a consultation a few weeks ago. I met with Justin who is the owner of the gym. He didn't take the time introduce himself nor give me a tour of the gym. He then asked series of questions in a weird fashion about my fitness experience and goals. It almost felt like I was being interviewed. It was to a point I had to excused myself to leave. Followed by, I was bombarded with text messages and emails to join the gym. I found Justin's approach to be unprofessional and discriminative.
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December 2022 by Jessica Herzik
Tried the fire and ice sauna session at the Spring Branch location. I was not so sure about the ice part and mentally only planned to do the min. Of 15 secs but once in Justin did great taking us through breathing and relaxing and ended up staying way longer. The sauna felt great and so comfortable. The set up itself was super clean and well designed to easilyGo back and forth between the two. I really appreciated that Justin took the time to explain the process and didn’t rush us through the experience but let us take out time and really enjoy the whole thing.
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October 2022 by Anthony Shane
I couldn’t recommend both Mekanix locations enough! Justin has done a great job and creating an environment where hard work and community come together.
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August 2022 by Zachary Griffing
I have been a part of many awesome gyms. I went to tour this gym this morning and i did not get a good impression at all. For one the owner (Justin) who has been eager for me to come in for a consultation. I walked in and he had me sit down and made it feel like I was at a job interview. He barely asked me any questions regarding my health and my fitness experience.. I was upfront that I was on a budget. Throughout the process he was asking me questions about my finances and to me it wasn’t relevant. I asked him a few times what packages do you offer. He refused to answer my questions and was just asking me what is my price range. I understand it’s a business and that it’s important to make sure you are making enough sales to keep the gym open. However, I have never been to a box/ CrossFit gym where they won’t give you 1 free complimentary class to see if you like it or not. Regardless if you can afford it or not as a coach and owner of a gym. It’s important to be there for your clients because we all have to start somewhere when it comes to bettering our health and fitness. At the end he basically told me based on my finances… I am not a good fit for this gym but luckily there’s gyms in this area that will offer me a better deal and told me that he appreciates the time I made to speak with him. He didn’t explain to me his experience as a coach/owner or what movements and exercises their goals m offers. He told me no history about their gym and that’s important. He was just more eager for me to join because I would just be another number added.. I was just shocked when I walked out of that gym because it was obvious he didn’t care. I have been to many gyms and this was the worst I have ever been treated.
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August 2022 by Trey Horne
Fire & Ice Class is umatched. Cannot find it at any other gym in Houston, TX. Great gym.
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March 2022 by Univurse
Overpriced. Please save your money.Secondly, whatever you do, do not sign up for a class then cancel, even if you cancel over 24hrs prior… I was still charged for a class I didn’t attend.Ridiculous!This isn’t the first money grab they elicited either…The first time I had an issue they were charging me for months before I even noticed! For a membership I never signed up for…This particular issue was resolved, but still… the audacity.
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February 2022 by Doug Campbell
Really enjoyed my class at Mekanix. To a newcomer, it’s always a mark of a good gym when the instructor seems to know everyone by name. Bailey did, and not only this, but she showed an impressive ability to dole out both thoughtful input for newcomers (like me) with light-hearted pushes for those with more experience as well. Won’t be my last class!
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January 2022 by Andrew Doe
Excellent gym. I feel more flexible and way stronger. This is a functional strength gym and it will really help reduce injuries. Excellent staff and atmosphere.
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October 2021 by Quentisha Puryear
Needs more tubs for the Fire & Ice class, but Trevor was really nice and helpful, and made everyone feel welcome! Will go again.
