New York Health & Racquet Club
New York, NY 10004-2118
Phone: (212) 269-9800
- Directions:
- N, R at Whitehall St.
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 5:30am-10pm, Sat 9am-6pm
Editorial Review for New York Health & Racquet Club – by Drew Pisarra
The Scene
Are there any other health clubs that provide access to a yacht? How about membership in a Westchester beach club? A pool at each facility only sweetens the deal. This upscale, local fitness chain has been around since the arly 1970s but the 2002 redesign, which added splashes of vibrant blues and greens via decorative tilework, suggests a more timeless sense of design. The faux granite rubber floor mats, dark wood lockers and judiciously placed mirrors confidently bespeak of class.
The Workout
The personal trainers don't adhere to a universal approach; those who favor the compound exercises definitely deliver challenging workouts to clients intent on maximizing their gym time. Furthermore, every facility has a pool so the range of classes extends to aquatic exercises. Previous workshops with Broadway chorines and the Paul Taylor Dance Company have enriched a program filled with yoga, Pilates, aerobics and yes, sometimes, racquetball.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasFrom early May to the end of October, the NYH&R Yacht has cruises tri-weekly.
User Reviews for New York Health & Racquet Club
07/29/2008 Posted by rascal01
I agree with prior reviewer, they charge you over $1,200.00 for what you can get at Crunch for much less, the elevator is out so you have to walk up 5 flights of stairs they had a ladies room on the 5th floor that was removed so now you have to share with men, they always have sports on the televisions when they know that a lot of the members want to watch the news. Bathrooms are dirty and they can never keep anyone decent at front desk. Totally disgusted not renewing my membership. Stay away!
Pros: Sauna
Cons: Everything else
12/23/2006 Posted by elena_j
The General Manager at the Whitehall location is arrogant, and every time I've approached him about a concern, he's been rude and obnxious. Be careful of the rotund salesman who sits in the first office: he's very slick and a smooth talker. Question him strongly about what you're signing up for: he doesn't like people signing up month to month-- (I guess his commission is a lot lower), so make sure you understand that anything else constitutes a long-term contract. Don't rely on his word alone--look at the paperwork carefully no matter what he tells you. Facilities are dirty and crowded, and good luck trying to get help on the floor or at the front desk. Trainers seem more interested in hooking up with someone than helping people get in shape. I regret strongly signing up for this gym: You can find better facilities and customer service elsewhere.
Pros: Good equipment
Cons: Terrible at customer service after you sign up
Schedule
| 10/14/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 10/14/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 10/21/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 10/21/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 10/28/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 10/28/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 11/04/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 11/04/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 11/11/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 11/11/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 11/18/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 11/18/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 11/25/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 11/25/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 12/02/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 12/02/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 12/09/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 12/09/2008 | Western Yoga | |
| 12/16/2008 | Iron Yoga | |
| 12/16/2008 | Western Yoga | |
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