11/14/09

good gym but crooks

by katey41

My extremely low rating is based on the service I have received after leaving the gym. The gym is good - low-key, never crowded, good classes. BUT.... Shortly after paying a 12 month membership in full, I unexpectedly moved out of the area. In order to cancel membership, you must go through Membership Services, a company that handles this type of thing for Evolution. I followed their instructions, also proving that I had moved more than 25 miles from the gym. This was in July - more than four months ago. I have made about 8-10 phone calls to Membership Services, spending hours on the phone. They keep giving me the run-around, making excuses as to why they can't refund my money. This is completely unprofessional and unacceptable. I have finally gotten my lawyer involved. I will never deal with a gym that uses Membership Services ever again.

• Pros: never crowded; good group classes
• Cons: will not refund my money

09/11/09

Hassel Free Membership

by Irenelasorsa

I first signed up for a month to month membership because I have had some bad experiences with other health clubs in New York. I liked Evolution so much after 3 months I just switched my membership to a yearly plan. No pressure when you walk through the door, always a smile from the staff and no personal trainers hounding your every move. I highly recommend Evolution Sports Club.

• Pros: Hours & Classes

08/31/09

Good luck getting back money you are owed!

by JLNYC

My experience with this gym and with Anthony M., the owner, should make everyone think twice about joining--or renewing their membership.

For more than 12 MONTHS, Anthony has been promising to pay me a refund of nearly $700. The first story was "I do refunds once a month; you'll have it within 60 days." That was a year ago.

Months later, the failure to send payment was "just an oversight." Following that it was "I mailed the check, but it got returned to me." Anthony's most recent story--after being told that I still hadn't yet received payment--was "oh, I thought you'd received it by now."

Pat S. is absolutely right. Anthony will pretend to be interested and responsive when you speak to him, but the moment you leave the room, he just tosses off any commitments he has made. He then becomes quite difficult to reach, and when you do manage to get in contact, he just strings you along further.

Keep in mind, this colossal runaround is set against the backdrop of Anthony agreeing the refund he owes me is legitimate. One can only begin to imagine how other disputes are handled.

Before you sign a contract with this gym, ask yourself why you'd want to do business with characters like this--especially given all of the other first class gyms available in Astoria.

• Cons: Owner appears responsive until it's time to pay

05/18/09

Happy New Member

by lisapena74

As a long time member of NYSC I was really worried about changing. I lowered my monthly rate from $80 per month to $39 per month and have a gym thats open 24 hours. Its clean, they offer towels and have good classes.

• Pros: Great Price & Hours

01/28/09

Hospitality

by TexanBorn

I'm new to New York and searched for a new gym for about 3 weeks before I found evolution, I've never been a gym person in fact I've always hated the gym but I promised myself for the new year I would start taking care of myself. Evolution is a great mix of classes, equipment and hours. Its very clean (a sticking point with me) and there staff is very friendly and helpful. I signed up with no sign up fee...

• Pros: Hours and Price
• Cons: One Location

12/16/08

Home away from Home

by JSRONE

Before joining Evolution Sports Club I was never a member of a health club so at first I was a little skeptical about being a member and seeing any type of results. Well 40lbs later any reservations I might have had have answered. Just the atmosphere alone makes me want to keep going not to mention there hours. There open 24 hours and when ever I get the urge I just go, never thought I would find myself working out at 2am. I have been working out with a personal trainer and he really has changed my mindset towards diet and exercise. They have really nice locker room & juice bar ?which is also open 24 hours? and offered me a great rate. I recommend Evolution to any first time gym people like myself, they make you feel right at home!

• Pros: Great hours and its really clean
• Cons: Please play more "ROCK"

11/03/08

Great Hours

by JoannaVizhnay

The Simple fact that there open 24 hours attracted me to the club. It?s always clean and they have really good equipment. I take a few classes a week and really enjoy there boot camp classes and spin classes. Management is helpful and the staff is warm and friendly. I highly recommend evolution sports club.

• Pros: Open 24 hours
• Cons: None

Editorial Review

by Contributor

Evolution Sports Club is a 24 hour health club serving the residents of Astoria and Long Island City. They also offer an on-site Nutritionists and Massage Therapists.

09/12/08

Best Facilities, Best Hours, Best Price, Best Staff-Hands Down!!!

by RyanSigafoos

After Reading what a few disgruntled people said about this Club I can only laugh at them. Evolution Sports Club has only been around since April 2007, and I have been a member since May 2007. This place is my second home and I cannot get enough of it. First let me start off with the price-$54.99/month, that is amazing!!! This is half of the monthly costs for Clubs located throughout the city and Evolution has THE BEST EQUIPMENT available today. I honestly say that the monthly price is the best value for ANYTHING in New York City.

Next let me mention the convenience of a 24hr club. I workout during the week almost everyday starting between 4:30-5:30am and I always leave HAPPY! That is convenience at its best! Also the place is the cleanest anywhere and I have worked out at every other facility in the area. Evolution takes that award hands down! The locker rooms are always kept up and the place is virtually spotless. You could not ask for any better maintenance.

Now let me get to the staff-the friendly staff that always wears a smile-I guess it is a part of the required uniform! Even if I'm having a bad day someone working always talks to me or tells me a joke to put a smile on my face. Like I said this is my home away from home and I am grateful to be a member of such a great establishment and Health Club. For those that felt scammed by Evolution I honestly believe it was done unintentionally. These owners are great people who put the satisfaction of their members first. I am sorry that you may be disgruntled but I can assure you that this place is handled very professionally and I am proud to say that I belong to The Greatest Sports Club in New York City!!!

• Pros: EVERYTHING!!!
• Cons: None that come to mind

09/11/08

Best gym in Astoria

by clemdogg50

I've been a member of several gyms in Astoria, for example BQE, the Rock, Club Fitness to name a few, and Evolution is by far the best. The dues are fair and the equipment is of high quality and always clean. If I ever had any questions or problems, Anthony is always there to answer and solve them. I would definitely reccommend this gym with a helpful staff and excellent trainers. I have no idea why anybody would go anywhere else.

• Pros: great staff...great price...great place
• Cons: summer class schedule