Equinox

Rock Center Equinox location! :)
I love how there is space at this location! And it is ABOVe ground. Yes, unusual for a NYC location. After the check in desk, there is a comfy seating area with some big comfy chairs/​couches. The locker rooms at this location are my favorites. There is sooo much space. There is not only a steam room but also a sauna. This is the first location I’ve seen a sauna at. They are currently redoing the locker rooms, hopefully adding some more showers but I have no idea. The locker rooms here don’t seem too crowded and I go during peak times.
Studios/​People– pretty much the same as other locations but it is ABOVE ground. So in the main studio, the right side is windowed and you can see light and street traffic. Surprisingly I see a younger crowd than most of the other midtown clubs in the group fitness clubs. I was surprised by this because I thought it would be majority working employees but it seems like they are a lot of students. Same amenities as other equinox locations– There are always trainers walking around who you can ask to show you how to use any machines. They are super friendly. Locker Rooms– always clean, kiehl’s products and towels for use. you need to bring a lock for the lockers here. There are also Eucalyptus towels, regular towels, free wifi– all the typical equinox amenities
***Before u make a big commitment to join, make sure u check the gym out. I can hook you up with my membership advisor who will make sure you get the best deal and will throw in something extra

Equipment is good. Lot’s of open space that doesn’t have any exercise equipment. Could cut square footage in half and still have the same work-​out space. Poorly designed
Locker rooms are very dated and need a major overhall. One of the worst Equinox gyms I have been to. Not worth the premium price.

I did a walk in just to see what equinox is all about. Place is decent, but I saw some flies around. Felt kind of crowded. Also, not that much gym equipment I thought the spacing is more than the equipment there. You only get 1 free Pilates class? Décor is okay, outdated. I thought Equinox would be a lot different more sophisticated ‚… I don’t know this location is just spacing and less gym.
Customer service is okay. Some people are good to talk with but this Girl named Julie, who walked me on the tour, has some judgmental problems I think, asking to many weird questions that would not even want a person who might be interested to join. Made me feel quite uncomfortable, I know she wasn’t too happy to walk around with me, I felt it. Great way to bring in potential customers JULIE!
She said she sent me a trial pass, never got it. I felt she was judging me the whole time thinking I wouldn’t join so why am I there to take a tour kind of thing.
I don’t know, but what I know is I think it’s all over priced and with that attitude I will not be joining or going back to this location. Thanks. Put people perhaps who are non-​judgmental and who do not make people feel uncomfortable in your membership department next time and you wont loose a customer.
Peace

Solid four stars.
Not sure if men are experiencing bad shower/​bathroom situation but in girls changing room construction must finish ASAP!
I can feel the pain of those who are paying $ 200 or more per month; it is very sad to have 12 showers only for such a huge space (girls area). And I think only 4 – 5 are operating due to renovations.
As per the toilets: I saw only 2 (the changing room area). That’s bad.
Luckily I was there 8.30am. Morning crowd starting to die out and I did not have to stand in line for any of the above.
Also strange how a huge changing room features very limited «mirror access». Three or four tables with 2 seats? Girls must be pissed!
That’s it for the cons.
PROS:
— great tread mills
— lots of space; you won’t feel like a sweaty sardine in a can
— towels in the work out areas
— clean
— classes
— trainers are not pushy
— equipment is all new
— kinda older crowd, not sure if it’s good or bad but felt weird having old dudes checking me out
SUGGESTIONS:
— train the staff to be a little more friendly and accommodating (are they mute?)
— invest into jumping ropes (hello?)
— what’s up with the caffe — a little more info and a little more inviting personnel would be good
— instead of just renting the clothes how about selling branded new ones (didn’t find in this location)
— weird Mac area: lots of space wasted for just sitting around?
— space is big a little navigation signs, schedules signs, branded motivational collaterals on the walls would be cute
And as far as the fees: I don’t mind the rate at $ 198/​mo but to join and experience a bathroom/​shower in the state that it is now is just unjustified. If there was an incentive then yes, I will deal with showers for a little something extra in return, but no, corporate brain freeze.

This is the main location I use, it’s quite large so even when it’s busy it doesn’t feel too crowded which I like. Most cardio machines have their own TV which I also like. The locker rooms are currently under renovation so that is a bonus because they were quite outdated. The elevators are pretty slow though and they have been working on them for a while so only one works. Hopefully will be better once that is done being fixed as well.

I did a trial here and I am not a fan of this location. The workout spaces are big but the locker rooms are tight, cramped, and like others have said not that clean. For such a high cost to join you would expect immaculate locker rooms and showers. The classes were also not as good as ones I have taken at other locations and even other gyms. They have some work to do here to get back up to par.

this is probably my least favorite location… only good thing is that they provide gym clothes at this location. the locker rooms are very fancy with electronic locks but the bathrooms look hideous and disgusting. they really need to upgrade the showers to be like all the other locations !!

Gym itself is very good — great classes, workout space, gym clothes provided, fancy shampoos and lotions — though showers are in desperate need of updating. They feel like a prison cell with short doors and old tiles.
Nevertheless, this review primarily to commend the wonderful service of the membership director Lenny Golden. Usually when you deal with gym membership salesmen (or used car salesmen), you need to take a shower immediately afterwards to get the slime off. Lenny was direct, straightforward and offered me the best deal outright and with no hassle so 5 (Golden) Stars for him! And I didn’t feel like having to take a shower afterwards … which was especially nice given the state of the showers in the facility!

By far, the best location in NY (excl. printing house location). The space is bright and airy, smell is fresh, and staff are friendly and keep to themselves/​do not bother you. The membership people are honest and accommodating as well, particularly had a good experience with Alex, one of their account reps. Location convenient to many offices, give you clothes so you don’t have to carry dirty laundry around, spacious locker rooms. There really is not much to complain about.

This is my primary gym location, as it’s conveniently located at Rock Plaza where I work. It’s fairly spacious, with 3 large areas each containing a different set up of exercise machines.
As you would expect, this place gets crowded during the post-​work peak hours (especially 6 to 7 pm). This is normal… however, it drives me a little nuts that there’s always at least 10 free elliptical machines and hardly ever a free treadmill. The club would do well to reallocate their machines so people have to wait less for the machines they want.
The classes are pretty good. I’ve only been to a few and they really kicked my butt. I think if you have the discipline to attend them regularly, you will see some results. Sadly I am more likely to grab a slice of pizza than to regularly attend class. For shame.
If you don’t attend the classes, I’m not sure this gym is for you. The going rate for all access membership is around $ 200, which is pretty expensive compared to some cheaper options in the city,
In terms of Equinox locations, this one has some of the newest machines, and their lockers have electonic locks, so you don’t need to bring your own. The locker room can get crowded, but not as bad as the Bryant Park location, where someone’s you know what is always just a few inches too close for comfort.

I really like this location. I recently switched to the Park Av club (well I bounce back and forth) because the Rock Center club has a slightly cramped locker room and the showers aren’t as nice. But still, four stars because the gym itself is huge and the staff is really friendly and helpful.

Alex Lippard is an incredible massage therapist. He’s knowledgeable, sensitive and has strong hands — a perfect combination for a massage practice. I felt infinitely better after my appointment with him. He is gifted and has an in-​depth knowledge of anatomy which was helpful as I was dealing with an injury.

One of my favorite gyms in NYC. In the off hours and on the weekends it’s not very busy. They have great equipment and clean locker rooms that you don’t need a lock for (automatic lockers) and provide workout clothes too (although that used jock can be a bit sketchy… just saying) Very large steam and sauna. The spin classes and room are great too, especially love Loi’s Sat morning spin class. Unfortunately, there are a few meatheads that work out here that drop the weights and talk on their cellphone. Equinox posts signs prohibiting both but I’m guessing that these people are illiterate or think it doesn’t pertain to them, stupid privilege? Anyway, highly recommend this place.

Love this place. Of course, there are things I would say could use improvement. But, really, given the volume of gyms in the area, this is the cherry. Really great staff, if you have any questions or concerns, they are quick to respond. It’s clean, fun, and a really nice break from the city with it’s community-​like operation. Happy there are so many locations also, no matter what part of town you are, you can stop in for a nice workout or steam :)

Staff at the location is totally out of touch with the whole Equinox Experience. I am very disappointed on how high school style they are. I have been an equinox member for over a year and this location is one I do not care to visit and even has made me consider taking my business elsewhere.

I’ll give you the details.
It’s a pretty great location, right in the center of the city, and Rockefeller Center.
The gym is pretty, lots of different areas spread out on different floors.
They have a restaurant that serves good food, and several others here like all the others are not. I haven’t visited executive in yet but I’m sure it’s okay.
The reason this location gets three stars out of 45 is the service. Or lack there of. The front desk people are not friendly or helpful, or anything much. There was one but it took a lot of convincing to get her to do much.
Also I’m familiar that this is another sports club LA venue, so I can understand why they didn’t run with the bathrooms, or spa area. The shower area and all this surrounds fire is look ancient pretty much.
They should fix the spa and locker rooms and hire new kinder young people and more diligent management ASAP

Upon further review it’s really two stars. In the day, Equinox rock center was part of the swanky sports club la empire. Really high rent caused this place to be sold to equinox. While i initially thought the improvements were long overdue, the club has lost some of it’s focus.
As a mega chain, equinox is the most expensive gym in town. It’s premium over health and racquet and ny sports remains deserved. So why two stars? The club’s intense focus on cleanliness seems to be waning. Today the locker rooms were ick dirty, a ton of lockers were broken, and no toilet paper in the upstairs ladies room (cept for one stall). For $ 150+++ depending on all gym /​single gym, it’s pretty unacceptable. Layer in, inferior quality classes and instruction to speciality gyms, and equinox is quickly losing it’s star appeal.
Maybe equinox is feeling the pinch of market share losses to places like Barry’s, soul, fly wheel but if they aren’t minding the mother ship, this situation is only going to get worse!

What can I say about this gym besides its the best! It’s clean, energetic vibe, not stuck up, it really is the best gym in the world. Atleast I think so. It has wonderful classes, that I take weekly, the weight room is always stocked and ready to use. The people/​members on the «gym floor» always look happy to be there, they dont look miserable to be there. Loi Jordan’s cardio sculpt abs and booty classes are insane, so good. Ariel Kelly’s Friday night yoga class is amazing. So many other classes are also really good there. The front desk staff are super friendly and are helpful if you ask them about signing up for classes, or anything.
The fact that this gym is in the middle of Rockefeller Center isnt too bad either.
The showers in this gym are SUPER CLEAN. Always stocker with Keihls products and all the necessities. The steam room and sauna are sinply the best for relaxing. I got a deep tissue massage at the spa here twice and each massuse was amazing — I felt like a different person when I came out.
What can I say, this really is my favorite gym!

Very clean and organized gym. I thnk one of the nicest I’ve been a member of. I’m usually here in the really early hours before the meyham starts with people waiting for lockers, machines and such. Staff is always really friendly and even the café is a really nice added bonus. The variety of machines and equipment is a huge bonus in my book!

This is kind of a weird location. It used to be a Sports Club LA, so everything is in a confused state. I literally got lost going to the locker room, and then again walking from the locker room to the workout area. This actual location is upstairs in one of the buildings at Rockefeller Center.
The lobby is pretty nice, I must admit. It feels like I’m checking into a hotel, but then it all starts getting weird. You walk past a hair salon, and some random store, and then you have to go downstairs to get to the locker rooms. Make a left for the mens, and a right for the women’s, but your journey doesn’t end there. You get to walk past a set of lockers, but they’re not the ones in the locker room, and then make ANOTHER turn into the locker room. Don’t make a mistake and turn into the executive locker room though, you got to go into the normal one.
So you’ve finally changed and are ready to go workout right? Awesome. Now walk back up the stairs and then go through another hallway and then you get to the workout area. Granted, the actual workout area does have pretty much everything you need. It’s not overly crowded, probably cause no one wants to come to this location, so you won’t have any trouble getting a machine. There are enough cardio machines, and a decent sized weight room.
Now that you’ve completed your nice workout, it’s time to hit the showers right? Well, the showers are weird too. They have like a ¾ door so you can literally have a conversation with everyone in the showers, or awkwardly make eye contact with someone. Not a good look.
This Equinox needs some serious overhauling. I know this used to be another gym, but there is no way in hell someone is going to pay Equinox prices to use this location. Change it up, or shut it down.