Fitness & Gyms in McAlester, OK

“I just moved here from Lawton which is a much bigger city than Mcalester and I was having trouble finding a gym I enjoyed until I found the choctaw gym. The first thing that I was welcomed with was friendly and attentive staff that seemed happy to answer any questions I had. The bathrooms and cleanliness are up to par and I have no complaints there. Also I really enjoyed that they take every indigenous tribe not just choctaw since I'm comanche. It is ten dollars for life which you definitely can't beat especially for how nice the place is. I'm a bodybuilder and this place has all the equipment and everything I need to train. The only thing that I don't enjoy is the fact that this gym isn't 24 hours and it's closed on Sundays. Otherwise this gym is definitely my favorite in the city and I enjoy going here so far.”

“CrossFit McAlester is truly an integral part of making this community healthier. There is a wonderful camaraderie here as well as excellent, expert coaching for literally every age and ability. If you're wondering if CrossFit is for you, stop wondering and come on by.”

“Awesome. Safe place for kids to go and be themselves, and helps keep vulnerable teens off the streets and doing well in life. They have a place to talk and hang out”

“Restricted access (DOD post access required). Very good military gym-especially for the serviced population size. Good free weight, cardio, and machine areas. Many types of Crossfit equipment available (although limited open area for it--can be worked around in the basketball court by moving protective pads into position). Very good basketball court (to include the nostalgia of visiting units' artwork) and racquetball court. There is also a one mile paved track right outside the gym. Good track, although it is not lighted so take that into consideration. Mike Deak / Dale Covington lighted 1 mile track in McAlester is what I use to get my mileage without having to worry about a vehicular sideswipe. Note the hours--a bit eclectic, but the population it normally services is also not the "normal" Army populace.”

“I have been to all the gyms in this area and all of them have great stuff, but the atmosphere is different at bar benders, people are very nice and people that workout there if they see you need help they don't hesitate. I'm truly shocked at the kindness and family type atmosphere. As far as weights and workout equipment there, bar benders has great equipment they even have Ronny colemans old personal gym equipment I love using it. I'm staying with bar benders for me it's a great family oriented place. Even the kids have fun!”

“I'm actually from Blanchard but I'm in town for work. This is a great place to work out. Super clean the man at the front desk is super friendly. They have daily weekly and monthly rates that are pay as you go. Definitely recommend.”

“Nice walking/running track with lots of interesting educational trees and plants and beautiful scenery to observe. Will definitely visit again next time I’m in McAlester for another 5K run.”

“A couple of short months ago my husband and I joined Signature Fitness. Today, already, we are stronger, leaner, a lot more energetic, and we have more stamina. We are both amazed at the difference. And all the praise goes to Valarie because it is not just her tremendous knowledge base, or the great amount of work she invests in people, but her very winning personality. She’s just “her.” And her “her” could show up in any setting in a leotard and purple cape, and no one would lift an eyebrow. She just owns herself and helps us ALL do the same for ourselves. It’s a gift to her from only the highest places. She lives it well, and the rest of us benefit. She has instilled in my husband and myself the understanding that food is medicine, the body was made for movement, and the good life is a healthy life. We joined on a referral from another member, thinking we could at least slow down the inevitable decline of aging, just wanting to hold on to our independence for as long as we can. And be able to help others rather than needing help. We have learned that we can do so much more. And that’s the difference between the other fitness sites we know, and Valarie. Thank you, Miss Valarie.”