08/25/09

amazing use of space

by jsmith0808

so we have all been there....

i got to the gym, got dressed put on my tennis shoes on and then.... my ipod was dead! phew, good thing there was an ipod charger on the elliptical, made my day. i cant get into my groove without some tunes. this wasn't the only time i have realized how great my gym is.... just that extra little thing that pushed it over the top for me when i was already having a bad day. my favorite thing of all is sitting in the steam room after a long day at work and some cardio.

there are so many cardio machines to choose from, you can pretty much find a piece of equipment in every corner of the building. there is an old charm to the building and not to mention free towels to use. the prices are great and everyone that works there is very friendly. i suppose i have had A problem with the gym.... my protein bar got stuck in the machine :( but that doesnt really count because it could happen anywhere! i'm certain i will stay with this gym for many years, it's helping me live a less stressful life.

• Pros: personal tvs, ipod plug ins, free towel service, steam room
• Cons: my protein bar got stuck in the vending machine :(

08/11/09

Love the changes! Thanks, OAC!

by ballardbiker

I've been a member at OAC for years, and have seen a lot of change for the better in the last year. Their rates are much more affordable, they have completely renovated their pool area, they have expanded their women's only workout room, and they have a huge variety of cardio, with and without viewing screens.

They seem to offer a vast array of amenities for the smaller and older building they have. Not to mention; for being open 24 hours a day, they keep the place really clean! They do get busy around the "after work" hours, but what gym doesn't? They offer more classes than I have seen at any other club, and their sequestered workout areas are great for those of us who don't want to "be on stage" while working out.

The Front Desk is always friendly, and they even get to know members' names, about their kids, etc. The management is great also, my comment cards are always followed up with a phone call; which is more than i can say for any other place I've left comments for. And the best part: they are kid friendly, and affordable for families even now! I'll admit that I've shopped other clubs recently looking for a better deal or to see the competativeness in the neighborhood, but I'll stick with OAC. They have the best amenities at the best price. They also are part of other club "networks" so when I travel for business, I can get a pass to other clubs (even internationally!) and most places I can use for free. Overall, a great experience with them!

• Pros: 24 Hours,club network, pool (salt water!), kid friendl
• Cons: there is only one of them!

08/03/09

Seattle's best gym!

by cfswimfan

Olympic Athletic Club is by the far the best gym I’ve ever been a member of. Although I can imagine the building is very old, it is modern and very well maintained on the inside. The equipment is all fairly new and fully functioning, many of the cardio machines even have personal t.v.s. The locker rooms are spotless and the pool and hot tubs are kept clean and fresh. The staff is also fantastic. They are all extremely friendly and all about customer service. If ever a problem arises, which is rare, they fix it in a timely and pleasant manner. Not to mention they have numerous parking lots and it’s free. I have never had a problem finding a place to park. All in all it is a wonderful family friendly gym with all the amenities you need: tons of cardio machines, weights, fitness classes, sport courts, a pool, and even daycare. Olympic Athletic Club has also lowered their membership rates so you’re really getting much more than you’re paying for!

• Pros: equipment, pool, parking, price
• Cons: none