Fitness & Gyms in Royal Oak, MI

“My heart aches writing this review knowing I am leaving this studio (moving away). Kate is an insanely talented instructor. She has made me a person with discipline, strength, endurance, patience, and has made me love and trust my body in so many ways. If you’re ever considering taking a class I highly recommend taking a strength class with her even her signature class will make you question “no way this is just the warm up”😅. Stephanie and Lynnette’s classes are also so empowering and Jaime’s signature IS SOOOO GOODDDDD. So thankful for the opportunity to join this studio and see my progress. If you’re thinking about joining barre3 it is a MUST. The ladies at reception are so welcoming and shower you with compliments and motivation walking in and out of class. It’s a studio unlike others it makes you feel good makes you wanna keep going and even take multiple classes a day. Trust me when I say this is the studio for you the people who are there love doing what they do they make you feel the way you should feel the best of set of people you’ll ever meet at a fitness center really I should say community . (Trust me I have multiple memberships). You gain muscle, friends, and a new found respect for your self. I hope you take my recommendation and a book a class with Kate and experience the pleasure I’ve had. Thank you Barre3 RO/BH for allowing me to participate in this beautiful practice for my mind, soul, and body.”

“So far I'm so happy with my decision to try Orange Theory, the staff are very helpful kind . The Coachs are great and very motivational. If you are looking to change up how you do fitness and you like cardio this is such a great option!”

“I've been a member of the Y since January, 2015. Since that time I've been impressed with the expertise of instructors, the friendliness of staff and the wonderful connections that the Y has with our community. It's always an enjoyable to be at the Y where staff knows my name and there's friendly people with whom I can have good conversations. In particular, I appreciate the classes that are available for seniors. Thank you, YMCA, for everything.”

“Ive been going to work out at MCB for the last year and have seen a huge difference in my muscle tone and strength. I take the small group strength classes with Rachel and she is amazing. Her instruction is always clear and she is always watching to help correct your form when needed. She is always super motivating and encouraging. I go 3 times a week. The entire staff is great. I highly recommend.”

“Great gym and great people. Lots of options for class times and super reasonable open gym policies. Very much a community that doesn't take long to feel part of. Great coaches that keep your goals in mind (I am a runner) and help scale activities while still pushing you to improve. If you are at the phase of your gym search where you are reading reviews you may stop now, as this is the one you want to join.”

“I have been going to this gym almost 2 years now. I absolutely love everything about it. All the trainers there know you and will always give multiple ways of doing things so you’re not getting hurt. We have challenges all the time for a little extra push. Everyone that comes is awesome and we all get along great. Have events outside the gym every once in a while. Usually people want a buddy to go to the gym with but here you already got them waiting for you.”

“T3 and its trainers are all top notch! For the first time ever, I’m seeing results and am motivated. Everyone is so helpful and the class formats keep you engaged and moving. I always look forward to going!”

“I've been attending classes for the past month and a half and can easily say Retrofit has the best format, trainers, and community of any fitness program/gym I've ever been a part of. I've taken classes with Jill, Bailey and Valerie and they are all amazing, helpful and approachable. Don't hesitate of signing up, you'll be welcomed with open arms!”

“Absolutely Disgusting Lifts with an absolutely disgusting bathroom. They got old school nautilus pull over and leg curl perfect for an old school heavy duty pump. Awesome place to lift seriously”

“What a fun way to workout! The music makes it really fun and go by quickly. But it’s still a great workout—increase heart rate and builds muscle—I especially enjoy the Sunday cardio sculpt followed by the stretch. It’s a whole body workout and core strengthening while also having fun.”

“While the new equipment has its ups and downs, THEY ADDED 3 FREE WEIGHT SQUAT RACKS WITH BENCH ATTACHMENTS. The new chest machines are nice, but i prefer the old chest fly 💔. Ive found the controversial new adductor machines even better for hitting my adductors. It might not be as organized as it used to be, but getting used to it is easy. I do not like how they replaced all smith machines with only upright movement instead of leaving 2 slightly angled ones. That blonde dude with the big beard is my favorite employee, he’s nice and encouraging. Place is very clean. For what ive seen people wipe down their machines always. Rules there are very chill. And the main manager is JACKED. Feels like a real gym, not your average planet fitness.”

“Update: They reached out and tried to make resolve the issue.

Very disappointing experience. I signed up for the complimentary 3-day guest pass and went to the club expecting to have it activated. The email specifically says, “Please bring this email to the club and allow us to show you the club and activate your FREE 3-day Guest Pass.” It also says the pass must be activated by visiting the club.

When I arrived, however, I was told that my appointment was supposedly for a phone call and that I needed to come back the next day. I never received that call. I accepted that I might have to return and simply asked if I could at least get a quick tour of the facility while I was already there. They refused and told me I would need to purchase a day pass, sign up for a membership, or come back tomorrow.

What made the experience especially frustrating was that I had made the trip based on instructions telling me to come to the club and that they would show me the facility. I wasn't demanding that they activate the pass against their policy; at that point, I was simply asking to see the gym before considering a membership.

I've previously had very positive experiences with LA Fitness in Houston, which is actually why I considered joining here. Unfortunately, this interaction left a very poor first impression. If this is how prospective members are treated before even signing up, I don't feel confident becoming a member at this location.”