Fitness & Gyms in Gainesville, FL

“I absolutely love Ballatore! It’s a small, boutique-style gym where everyone knows you, and the trainers are both friendly and incredibly professional. Even in a semi-private class, I get great one-on-one attention.

It’s clean, never crowded, and not intimidating at all—perfect if you’re just looking to get stronger (like me!). I can honestly feel my strength improving week by week.

The hours are super convenient, and the personalized support keeps me coming back. Highly recommend!”

“We love our time with SweatLife. Trainers are wonderful, accommodating and always have your best interest at heart. It is truly a family environment and we are so thankful to have them in our community.”

“After being a member of a major gym for years, I started to feel demotivated and frustrated by the lack of progress in my fitness journey. It became a turning point—I knew it was time for a change.

I used to pass by The Ark and always thought how amazing it would be to have a coach dedicated to guiding me—someone knowledgeable who could truly understand my goals and challenges. One day, I looked it up on Google Maps and decided to call. That’s when Coach Michael Espinosa answered the phone. From the very beginning, he was attentive, understanding, and genuinely listened to my concerns. I shared my frustration about not seeing any real improvements in strength or physical changes, and he immediately invited me to come in for a visit and a trial workout.

When I arrived, Michael personally welcomed me, took the time to explain everything about CrossFit, and gave me a full tour of the gym and its amenities. He also introduced me to the team—and from that moment, I felt something I hadn’t felt in a long time: a sense of belonging.

I signed up for three classes per week and immediately began to notice a huge difference. Not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. Under Michael’s guidance, I started to challenge myself again. He consistently checked in with me, asked how I was doing, and always looked for ways to support me in reaching my goals. He pushed me when I needed it and knew exactly when to let me dial it back.

Thanks to Michael and The Ark, I’ve regained my motivation, built strength, and found a fitness family I truly connect with. I can’t think of a better place to train.

Thank you for everything, Michael. You’ve made a real difference in my life.”

“Went with a friend during free week and it was a great workout for me just starting with little to no gym past up to people in great fitness and kept it fun and light.”

“This place has been a game changer. The head trainer is not only a kind person willing to teach, but a well trained doctor, well versed in physical injuries and problems. I feel like I’m well taken care of, as well as part of a community of amazing women.”

“I was in a rut with ACL reconstruction recovery and traveling, away from my usual physical therapist. Dr. Peck saw me within my short window of visiting the area and did a full assessment, and then Megan saw me twice more. Their direction may have saved me from walking forever with a limp, seriously. They listened, prescribed personalized exercises, and answered all my many questions with patience and professionalism. These folks know what they’re doing, and they present a flexible schedule that made all the difference to me. Thank you so much!”

“I love OrangeTheory so much! Vivyan is so good at her job and keeps the experience wonderful. She is so accommodating and makes sure I feel satisfied and comfortable. She always puts a smile on every customer's face and always remembers everyone's name. She is so passionate about the job and really makes OrangeTheory such a wonderful environment.”

“I have been an athlete my whole life and have been apart of several gyms!!! This one is definitely my favorite and everyone is very friendly and helpful when it comes to learning to use new machines. I personally have a coach and I like using the coaching app to make sure I’m doing the exercise and using the machines properly. If I can get back to the gym after 8.5 months of Physical Therapy after double knee replacement and enjoy it again I want to encourage you to take your health seriously and come be apart of the gym too!!!”

“Before I joined LIV I was running. It was not enough. My wife has been going to LIV for several years and she looks and feels great! Now I have great workouts and even lost fat and gained muscle in my first 12 weeks. I feel great and love the workouts. The coaches are amazing and walk you through the moves, giving tips along the way. LIV has a friendly and welcoming vibe; everyone I workout with is great! If you want a well balanced and challenging workout LIV is the gym for you!”

“I attended a one-hour trial Strength & Conditioning class at Peak Strength and Fitness and really enjoyed it. The instructor was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure my form and posture were correct throughout the workout. She taught the basics clearly and provided individual feedback, which made the experience feel very personalized. The one-on-one guidance was motivating and helped me push myself while feeling confident that I was doing the exercises correctly. Definitely worth trying out!”

“I love Orange Theory’s well-structured workouts and the blend of both cardio and strength in most of their classes, with some just focusing on treads or strength. I’ve only taken classes with Coach Kevin so far here, and his energy and encouragement make every workout both fun and rewarding! Excited to take more classes!”

“We had an outstanding experience with Numa Speed Elite. I initially brought my 13-year-old son to improve his running mechanics for soccer, and after just a few sessions, the improvements were evident—not only in his form but also in his confidence on the field.

What started as something for him quickly became a family commitment. My wife and I joined as well, and the impact on our own fitness has been substantial. We have always maintained an active lifestyle, but the environment at Numa is different—it pushes you to train with intent, to truly engage with each session, and to maximize the return on your effort.

The coaching is precise, motivating, and clearly grounded in a deep understanding of performance. This is not just a place to work out; it is a place to improve in a meaningful and measurable way.

I strongly recommend Numa Speed Elite—not only for young athletes looking to elevate their performance, but for anyone in the family who is serious about improving their health and fitness.”

“I enjoy coming to the gym. It's like getting to visit family and friends, while also getting in some exercise aka necessary stress relief. This gym has been beneficial to my physical and mental health. The coaches are welcoming and they answer ALL my many questions and entertain my amazing jokes! I love it!”

“Wow. This guy really knows his stuff. I have been a coach for over 20 years and I'm just amazed about how quickly he is able to identify and correct issues.”

“Florida Gymnasium was a vaunted SEC basketball pit. Nicknamed "Alligator Alley" at the time, the facility had no air conditioning and fans were very close to the action. Florida Gym is now used by the university as a recreation facility. Perhaps its best attribute is having a permanent wood floor.”

“But this pool! What a pleasure it is to find a space where there aren’t 4579941 people vying for room to get on the weight machines, swim in the pool or play tennis/pickle ball! Inside Hawkstone Country Club’s Fitness Center you’ll find a relatively small gym, but more than big enough to get a good workout. There are 2 incline step machines and several treadmills as well as free weights and your basic circuit.The immaculate pool is a sparkling blue ranging from 3 feet to 8 feet deep, and it’s long and wide enough to swim laps without bumping heads with the guy next to you. The entire patio is situated under truly lovely oak trees that offer lots of privacy and a bit of shade. I took a 10 year old guest and the other folks at the pool were very accommodating and friendly.Bottom line? If you’re a member of Hawkstone Country Club you’re missing out if your not using the Fitness Center.”

“Awesome coaches that care about developing the skills of each team member. My granddaughter started at 5 with Volleystarters and fell in love with the sport. I have to think the coaching staff played a big part in it.”

“Shoutout to Greta, Sophia, and Natalie (I hope I remembered those names right) for all of their help :) We came in right at close and had also not filled out the paperwork in advance, but they were super kind and accommodating and helped us lift and secure the giant canoe we rented on top of the tall Jeep we brought. The facility is super neat and clean, gear is great quality, and price is reasonable. Definitely recommend for UF students and I can’t thank the staff enough!”

“The gym is a great value with great hours and machines. I prefer to work on my own, but had a fun session with PT Debbie. She encouraged me to do twice my normal distance on the rowing machine. Now I have that as my new minimum. More working rowing machines would be helpful.”

“Pretty nice place. There are maybe two cable machines on the second floor that could use weight calibration or adjustments to allow for better range of motion like the standing calf raise. But otherwise nothing has stopped me from getting a decent workout. They were nice enough to welcome me walking in with an online trial pass even though I'm not a local. I was only planning on staying in the area for a seasonal job. Ended up signing up for a month to month membership and making this my summer home.”

“We have been here for various sporting events. Overall, it is very spacious, but seating can be a challenge when they are packed. The staff are courteous and we always have a pleasant experience here.”

“We've got a decent setup at home, so we don't usually go to gyms, but we wanted to check this place out and try some of the machines we don't have. Honestly, we had a really good experience.

The equipment was clean and in great shape, and it was nice being able to switch things up from our usual workouts. What stood out the most though was the atmosphere. Everyone was focused on their own workout, but the place still felt welcoming. No one made us feel out of place, even though it was our first visit.

The staff was super friendly too. They greeted us when we came in, answered a couple questions we had, and were really encouraging without being pushy. You can tell they actually care about creating a positive environment.

We'll probably keep doing most of our workouts at home, but this is definitely a gym we'd come back to whenever we want access to more equipment or just need a change of pace. Really glad we stopped in.”

“The staff are good but relative to other gyms in the area (and other PF locations) This one is poorly managed and has unfair operating hours. Most gyms are open 24 hrs… this one closes at 7pm on Sunday.. 9pm on weekdays.. to me thats completely unreasonable.. especially in this area with limited affordable gym options.. if the hours were extended to at least 11pm the poor management wouldn't be as much of an issue to me because then at least id have enough hours in my day to make it there!

So, the poor management / up keep of amenities combined with the unfair hours is the reasoning for my rating..

(Edit: I see the hours were extended to 11pm on weekdays so I’m updating my review from 1 to 4 star.)”