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ReviewsGood but you have to push yourself
I enjoy working out at Riviera fitness because since it is an all women's gym, you don't have to worry about "meat head" men hogging all the equipment. Also, the facility is kept very clean and there is no strong stench that most gyms carry. The equipment is in great condition but needs more options for weight lifting since some of us women indeed enjoy weight training. The trainers/staff members are mostly overweight (except a few) and I don't see how they should be telling me how to be in shape (although they are nice girls). If you're not sure on joining, do not give them your number unless you want them to stalk you to sign up- they call and call which can get obnoxious. I am comfortable there but I have to make a point to challenge myself since the trainers are not quite a motivation. The price is a bit steep if you're not planning to stay in pensacola, but make sure to ask about their 3 and 6 month contracts as well (they try to only sell you the 2 year contract).
I enjoy working out at Riviera fitness because since it is an all women's gym, you don't have to worry about "meat head" men hogging all the equipment. Also, the facility is kept very clean and there is no strong stench that most gyms carry. The equipment is in great condition but needs more options for weight lifting since some of us women indeed enjoy weight training. The trainers/staff members are mostly overweight (except a few) and I don't see how they should be telling me how to be in shape (although they are nice girls). If you're not sure on joining, do not give them your number unless you want them to stalk you to sign up- they call and call which can get obnoxious. I am comfortable there but I have to make a point to challenge myself since the trainers are not quite a motivation. The price is a bit steep if you're not planning to stay in pensacola, but make sure to ask about their 3 and 6 month contracts as well (they try to only sell you the 2 year contract).
posted by Cristine on 07/05/2006
Horrible gym
I was a member at this gym for 2 years, and even though it would have been dirt cheap to renew I went elsewhere. The hours are terrible (they are not even open on Sundays). The "fitness counselors" don't know the first thing about fitness or weight training. In fact most of them looked more out of shape than the clients. The general atmosphere is out right lazy, which makes it not very motivating. They have a decent sized cardio area, but most of it is old and not working. When I was a member (2002-2004) there were actually non-motorized treadmills. The only plus I could see to joining this gym would be that it is not intimidating to over weight women who have never worked out.
I was a member at this gym for 2 years, and even though it would have been dirt cheap to renew I went elsewhere. The hours are terrible (they are not even open on Sundays). The "fitness counselors" don't know the first thing about fitness or weight training. In fact most of them looked more out of shape than the clients. The general atmosphere is out right lazy, which makes it not very motivating. They have a decent sized cardio area, but most of it is old and not working. When I was a member (2002-2004) there were actually non-motorized treadmills. The only plus I could see to joining this gym would be that it is not intimidating to over weight women who have never worked out.
posted by Anonymous User on 07/13/2005
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