Gold’s Gym

Good equipment but poor lighting. Ceilings also pretty low. Seemingly deserted. Equipment good likely not updated in years. Equipment is way better than the cheap stuff some of the newer gyms have.

I just started coming here after leaving 24hr fitness. This gym has a really good vibe to it. I forgot what it felt like to walk in and have people from workers to customers saying hello, how are you, and I know thats not important, but it makes a big difference to me. The people here just seem like a big family. The man who runs the place showed me around and didn’t push me into anything, he just spoke to me man to man without trying to bs me. The gym is nice and has all the equipment you need and more. The crossfit and boxing section is a nice quality bonus. All in all, the gym is great, and Ive had a better workout here in my first week, than I did in my 3 years at other gyms.

I love this place… It’s my Mecca of bodybuilding
Great feel, atmosphere for working out. That’s what you get at a Golds gym. The usual crazy times for gyms (530 – 8) pm isn’t too packed so it’s great going after work
Great staff, great location, great atmosphere.

This gym is one of the best in the area. The rights and machines are in good shape and it’s never overly crowded so you don’t have to wait to long for the benches or squat racks. They offer a bunch of other classes like cross fit and other things but I don’t partake in this activities, I come to the gym lift and this pace has what I need.

They just added Fight Club classes. Which I love love love. More intimate smaller groups. You work out on bags. It is an additional cost but worth it!

I’ve been a member here for 10+ years and I’m amazed at how it’s changed and grown for the better. The classes are fun and varied, the people are friendly. I don’t know what the Les Mills classes are like at other gyms but here they are awesome. Mornings are great, laid back but good energy. Locker room is clean and even though there aren’t tons of showers I never wait. It’s not the plushest but it has everything you could possibly need: knowledgable and friendly staff, plenty of cardio equipment and a variety of weight equipment. It couldn’t be in a better location and the parking lot is huge. I know for the price you won’t find a better gym.

If you are anything like me, having a gym membership doesn’t exactly mean that you will definitely go. This gym has something for everyone, and for me, that means more reasons for me to go.
This location is easily accessible — it is right off the Garden State Parkway or Rte 17 and has a huge parking lot. There are Plenty of Machines — Lots of Cardio Equipment (including a movie theater w cardio equipment), and Free Weights. For me, I know I am a fan of all the amazing classes — There are Les Mills classes that work for everyone. From yoga/​pilates to weight training to high intensity whole body workouts, (I’m still trying out new ones), Spin Classes for those bikers out there and CrossFit /​TRX (enough said). At the end of the day, a gym can have all the amenities you want but, for me, it is the Staff /​Instructors /​Trainers that are the reasons I stick around. From the moment you walk in you’re greeted by a friendly face. The instructors here are inviting and motivating at the same time. After a few classes it just feels like home, everyone gathering to push each other to create a better version of themselves. Finally, for those, like myself, who need/​want a personalized touch, don’t be afraid to get in touch with one of their experienced trainers. Best decision I’ve made yet. Don’t take my word for it, do yourself a favor and check this Gold’s Gym out.

I’ve been going here for 6 months now and I have very few complaints, especially for the monthly price they charge. My only complaint is that I go in the morning and they only have spin classes a a few days a week at 6am, Crossfit, one yoga class and one strength training class but at 5:30am. Eeek! However, I have the same issue with most gyms I’ve gone too, none seem to have a ton of classes in the a.m. Moving on, the staff is super friendly, I really like their movie room where they constantly switch up the movies they play and the gym just has a comfortable and friendly way about it because it’s on the smaller side. I hate huge gyms where you can never find the equipment you are looking for. The weight equipment is a bit outdated here, which is I wasn’t thrilled with at first, but it’s not the end of the world. Everyone that works out here is friendly too. One of the first gyms I have ever been to where people chat with you in the locker room. Showers are decent, a bit outdated, but clean. Great location right off rte 17N.

We were able to get a 2 week membership while we were in town, which was AWESOME. Husband was a super-​fan of the «cardio theater» area, set up as a movie theater with treadmills, bikes, & elliptical machines. The free weight area felt a bit cramped… but what I wasn’t a fan of was the classes. I was told «Body Flow» was a mix of yoga/​pilates. I spent 3 minutes in the class & realized it was NOT yoga at all. It was a very loud abs class… which is fine if you want it. I wanted yoga. But after all of that, they were excellently accommodating, great price offer, & nice smoothie bar. I’m not sure if I’d join permanently, but I’d recommend checking it out.

I was a member at Golds for almost 10 years– last year I canceled my membership and decided I needed a change. I’ve tried some local gyms in the area. I can honestly very few offer what Golds offers. And, the ones that do are well over $ 187. a month or are missing the warm, customer friendly feeling …
Golds is really a great place to be, and I never realized just how convenient it is … Right next to Paramus Park, and Route 17 …

I used to come here when I was younger — like in 8^th grade or so – and only used the machines and did some classes. 14 years later (ACK!) the gym has expanded and is impressively big!
I’m only commenting on the classes — I’m not usually a gym-​goer, but the classes were just okay for me. I took a yoga fusion kind of class (Body Flow) and and weight lifting/​aerobic type class (Body Pump). I’ve had my fair share of yoga classes at independent studios, and this class is just scattered in terms of instruction. I understand that it’s for people who don’t really care about the essence of yoga, but there were older folks in my class that could have seriously injured themselves from some of the poses that the instructor was making us do! Granted, she did give a disclaimer before class and told everybody to not go hard if it’s too hard for people. But when you’re in the swing of it all, it would be a good idea to remind everyone during class.
I actually liked the Body Pump class a little bit moreso than the Body Flow. It was definitely your typical gym class, with the instructor having high energy to keep the class going. I would come back to take this class when I’m in the area.

Revised Evaluation
Have now returned to Gold’s Gym in Paramus. Staff and members found to be willing to respond to questions as well as offering help and advice. Impressive selection of free weights, machines, treadmills, cycles. Movie Room is a nice touch. Locker area kept clean. Towels and health drinks always available at front desk/​bar. Parking lot is very expansive. Golds will now be my primary gym.

I searched every gym in the area and this is by far the best. Best equipment I have ever seen, it is clean, they have a cardio theater, a shake bar, and it is never crowded.

Decided to write about Gold’s Gym in my Unilocaling mania. I’ve been a member here and consistently going for the last year for about 3 – 4 times per week.
This Gold’s gym is clean with a great variety of equipment including free weights, benches, and machines for all levels of skill beginner, intermediate, and advanced. There are many available treadmills, ellipticals, cycles, and stair masters. My favorite is the cinema room that is full of cardio equipment, and they play a different movie daily on a big screen.
The staff is somewhat friendly depending on who’s working that day. However, they are always helpful when you need them to be. I compare the staff with the NY Sports Club at Westwood where I previously went. At that NYSC, they would never fail to greet me, say good bye, and offer me a towel. But then again, I was paying a lot more for that kind of service.
All in all, Gold’s Gym is reliable and affordable with relatively modern equipment. I have no complaints about this location.
Remember to give 45 days advance notice if you cancel your membership!

I’m glad my friend Kristine J. dragged my fat lazy arse back to the gym finally. This is a small gym, but it’s got everything you need. Nice and clean, fully stocked w/​equipment. Lots of TVs and modern workout equipment. The ipod plugs are a nice touch.
All weight machines have instructions as well as trainer tips.
I’ve only used my free one week pass so far, so I’m looking forward to taking classes soon.
Staff’s super friendly and helpful. I’m glad they only charge $ 30 a month!

I have heard some «getting out of my contract» horror stories about Gold’s in general, that hasn’t happened to me yet so I am writing an unbiased review about the actual facility not the contract, besides, as far as I can tell when you get screwed like that it’s because you didn’t read the contract all the way in the first place…
That being said…
I moved here 3 months ago, did the 3day to a week trial at probably 6 or 7 different gyms and chose this one even though it is not the closest to my house or the cheapest! Why?
1.) Nice, Clean Gym — nice setup — great facility
2.) Newer equipment — have yet to see anything broken or not working
3.) I don’t do classes but from the looks of it there are a ton!
4.) Cardio Cinema room — A really cool dark room where they play a usually pretty good movie on a big screen — really makes the time fly while you are running or elliptical. ing, etc. I use this all the time!
5.) Staff has all been really friendly so far!
6.) Open until 11! Might not seem like much but just about every other place I tried closed at 10!
7.) Not too crowded. A huge factor for me. I have yet to have to wait to use any equipment and I go during peak hours!
8.) $ 30 a month! (This is without classes which is perfect for me!) Probably more like $ 50 with classes but I’m not sure. You do have to pay something like $ 100 to sign up though… Still not too shabby considering some other local places!
9.) I haven’t seen many «I pick things up and put them down» kinda guys walking around. Most people are normal ppl and not the 300 lb Mr. Universe Roid head kind of guys that will ruin a gym.
All in all this is the best gym of probably 6 or 7 I have tried when you weigh out all the reasons above! Do yourself a favor and read the whole contract though so you know what you are getting into should you want to leave!

Great gym, members all friendly, staff is great
the gym has great equipment and is always clean