Hype Gym

I recently moved nearby and called inquiring about membership options. I was told I could pay $ 75/​month for a membership but they do not offer any classes. It’s a small gym without a lot of equipment and NO classes. That seems ridiculous for what they offer. I could pay the same to go to NYSC that offer dozens of classes a day or Blink that’s only $ 20 for just equipment.

Small gym with all the basics you could want. Three benches by the free weights, one incline bench and flat for using bars, 5 tredmills, 4 bikes, a stepper, two elipticals, and some other machines. Their bathrooms and showers are very clean, with all the essentials needed.
My only gripe is that its fairly easy for it to get crowded. If you know you’re way around a gym, you can easily do other workouts, but don’t go in with only one set plan.

I’ve been a member since they opened and have nothing but positive things to say about the gym. From the machines and equipment available, the personal trainers that are always there and especially the price, lots of positive attributes that make Hype the gym to go to. Best part is the stress free environment. Go in, get your work out in and be on your way with no BS.

Hype Gym became my second home. As a trainer in NYC I needed a place to give my clients a training EXPERIENCE! This is one of the few gyms in NYC that provides an outdoor space exclusive to the gym. Tire flips, battle ropes, and a soft surface to collapse onto made it just right. It has all the conventional equipment of any other gym PLUS a glute/​ham machine (if you don’t know you need to stop by). A separate indoor studio space to accommodate all my boxing needs. It’s everything that you don’t want your trainer to have access too. Bring your trainer or become a member!

Don’t waste your time signing up for the Shred class with James. We tried taking this class twice and both times James didn’t show up to actually teach the class!

Very nice and well run gym. The environment is good to get a workout in without drama. The gym has quality equipment, very clean, good people. Management is very nice and professional. The personal trainers are well skilled.
I have read some of the less favorable reviews speaking about management. You can tell those posts were written by members who have been asked to honor gym etiquette for all members enjoyment or they didn’t get there way in having the stated rules not apply to them.
Quality Gym. Quality People. Quality Equipment. No Drama. Good place to workout.

I recently took a «Shred» class here and I must say I am very disappointed. I go to a lot of different gyms on Classpass, and when I read the description: «pull sleds & flip tires» I was SUPER pumped.
Unfortunately, there were no sleds or tires involved in my workout. The space for the class was very small (even by independent gym standards) and with ~10 people in the class felt extremely cramped. Also, the floor was this strange puzzle-​piece padding which continuously came up throughout the workout, making it hard to properly and safely execute many of the moves.
The one saving grace of this workout was the teacher– she was on point. She kept people motivated and clearly knew what she was doing. Despite the lack of space and coming-​apart floor I will admit I got a decent workout in.
I would 100% take another class with her, but NOT HERE. The space and workout are nothing as advertised and much worse than many other options on ClassPass.
NB: There is a room with weight machines /​treadmills etc that people were using, this was not related to the class I took and honestly I can’t comment on that part of the gym.

This place is awesome. It has absolutely everything you need plus a great outdoor space. I use it to train private clients and couldn’t ask for more. It’s clean, well run, conveniently located and like I said, stocked with everything you need. I recommend it across the board for individuals and trainers looking for a space to get their clients in great shape. And the owners are tops… especially their dog!

Conveniently located, inexpensive and very nice facility.
Upon dealing with an inadvertent service issue, William helped out speedily and got my issue resolved.
Multiple membership options are convenient for both long and short term memberships

I’ve been a tenant of Kips Bay Apartments for over twenty years and Hype Gym for me has been the greatest thing in this neighborhood in years. The staff and owners are always courteous. Even the trainers are cordial.
I have been training for many years-​Martial Artist (coming up on 50), and have seen many gyms. When I say you can come into this gym and find equipment to workout with that you probably never thought of, ropes, sleds, etc., I’m not joking. Which makes it even more incredible for its square footage you get more here than some of the major gyms.
It is always clean. Equipment always in place, bathroom neat, moped and wiped down, shower stalls always well stocked with soaps and gels.
You will not go wrong if you make this your place to get in shape.
Happy Workout! : —)

I have been coming here for a couple of years now and have only had good experiences. The gym is excellent value for its price, IMO.
The staff does a good job of keeping the place clean: the guy’s locker room/​bathroom is as clean as you could hope for (obviously can’t speak for the ladies room…).
It’s a small gym, but it’s rare for the cardio equipment to be totally full– I work out at peak times and have only seen that happen a few times. There is a studio in the back and an outside area as well, so when the main floor gets a little crowded there are places to go if you’re doing body-​weight or kettlebell workouts.
I’m a pretty no-​frills kind of guy: if you want a gym with every piece of equipment ever made, this isn’t for you. If you want a clean, convenient, well laid-​out place to work out in Kips Bay, I don’t think you can do better.

I have been coming to this gym for almost 2 years now and have nothing but great things to say about it. The management is very polite and attentive. If you’re looking to work out on your own or hire a trainer, you can do both here. I have spoken with many of the trainers while working out and they are all very polite and respectful. I’ve even had a couple help me correct my form free of charge.
The gym is always extremely clean and in order. I never have to spend time looking for weights or bands while I’m working out. The gym offers many great classes too including boot camps, yoga, boxing, Pilates, and silks.
I was a cardio junky prior to coming to this gym, and just recently started lifting weights. This gym has the best of both world in terms of cardio and weight training equipment. I would recommend this gym for anyone looking for a nice neighborhood gym with everything you need.

This gym deserves a better rating! I was in town and the day pass was great and only $ 10. Others nearby cost $ 35 for a day pass (a dollar a minute for my cardio? really?) so I was resigned to coming here because of the low reviews — but it’s nice. It’s more like a neighborhood gym than a workout factory like most city gyms. It was very clean and wasn’t crowded when I was there. The owner lent me a lock and gave me a towel (which apparently are not the norm at some nearby gyms based on calls I made) and I was even able to leave my heavy bag there while I went and got lunch. My situation doesn’t apply to most but it was great customer service for someone who wasn’t even a return customer!

Recently moved into the Kips Bay apt complex that this gym is under. They have a promotion going on for all new residence, basically I get a free full year membership. Sounded awesome in theory.
I would never have joined this gym if it wasn’t free. To start it is very small. Only 6 treadmills, 3 stationary bikes, and two weird machines that try to pass as ellipticals. A large cable machine takes up most of the floor and there is a nook with free weights. They do have a lot of random equipment like kettlebells and resistance bands that are nice. The problem is there is no room to use them. Trying to even do floor abs is almost impossible. There are no classes except for a bootcamp class that meets three times a week and costs ten dollars a class.
The place is pretty clean though and you can do a basic workout here. I only go in the morning when it firsts open so its not crowded then but around 7 it starts to get packed.
Overall for being convenient and free Ill have to deal with it. But I would never ever pay $ 60 a month for this place. There is a NY sports club just 5 blocks away though.

The owners of this gym are just completely rude and are terrible people. Clearly going through the reviews below, this seems to be a common theme. I have been a member for 2 YEARS and I had to suddenly move states, so I had to cancel my membership. They told me because of the 30 days clause in the contract, they are going to charge me an additional $ 65. Thanks for the customer service?
I tried to speak with the manager (woman) but she was one of the least intelligent and hostile people I have come across in a while. They said an outside company charged its members and they had no control. Sounds like they really have a handle on their business.
Almost every night, there is no water because they have a little cooler and more often than not I am in the gross bathroom getting it from the sink.
If you look at every towel, there is a stain on it.
All and all I just have a problem with the owners because they are disgusting people. Go somewhere else because they clearly don’t care about their members.

REALLY overpriced, I wish they had more classes. Convenient location.

I have a very specific problem with Hype and its owners. I bought a 10 package boot camp with Lifebooker and did not get to use the sessions by the end date. This happens a lot and every other vendor extends the courtesy and lets you redeem them because Lifebooker will HONOR them, since ive already shelled out the money. I called them today and they said we do not extend that courtesy, we wont let you redeem your classes, and without any explanation. The classes are already paid for and lifebooker will honor them. The least they should do is let me redeem the sessions and make up whatever money difference there is. What a horrible customer service move, I live in the hood, have lots of friends and will make it known that they should avoid this place at all cost. Totally disappointed at their business practices.
–Bhavna

I was a little skeptical after reading the reviews on here, but let me tell you I love it. I am using coupons that I purchase on Lifebooker for a personal trainer and she is AMAZING !!! Her name is Christine and she is actually one of the owners of the gym. I do agree it is a small gym and in a sketchy neighborhood that scares me at times, but other than that I love the facility and Christine. She works me super hard and that is what I need. Seriously every week I feel like I have run a marathon ! I belong to another gym that charges crazy fees for personal trainers and they do not work with you the way she does. ! Definitely recommend it !

I took a Kangoo class here and I have to say from walking through the gym, I would never want to work out here. The fitness floor was super super crowded. I’m talking people in each other’s sweat bubbles. There was a long halway leading back to where the class was. Here you could stretch out. No thanks. I really don’t want someone in my personal space while I’m stretching. It was so narrow and cramped. The locker room was tiny — 2 showers and like 20 lockers however there were about 30 women in the gym.
The class was fun, however the studio room was small and super hot. I’m talking they can teach some Bikram up in there.
I had two friends with me that mentioned the same thing — it’s like everyone is working out on top of everyone. I prefer a bit more privacy and space while I’m working out.
Perhaps on the weekend or off-​hours it’s a better spot, but unfortunately, I would out during peak hours.

After a three week feeding frenzy in Asia, my body composition is that of Kobe Beef. Since I’ve been back, the most strenuous exercise I’ve had consist of climbing up a lofted bed, so maybe scheduling a series of «bootcamp» workouts was a little ambitious?
It sounds scarier than it was. I’m a cardio queen and a part time yoga enthusiast, never paid too much attention to strength training. Typical. Boot camp is all about the weights and fyi: mostly for chicks. A guy calling this boot camp would be laughable. The class is open to all levels, but it’s most suitably categorized as «intermediate». The work out consists of spurts of jumping rope and some sprints and lots and lots of weight lifting, push-​ups, etc. All of it takes place outdoors, which is fun.
The trainer was firm but not as scary as I imagined, I don’t know, am I slightly masochistic? It’s a fun workout to break your routine, because strength training on your own is so dull.