How This Started
My workout routine began at a tiny club near Sportstraat 9 in Amsterdam. It wasn’t perfect, but it was affordable, reachable, and it helped me stay consistent.
When that place shut down, I saw the fitness landscape in Netherlands evolve rapidly. New gyms opened, new ideas emerged, and marketing grew louder than the actual member experience.
I began sampling various gyms and classes, jotting down notes after each visit. Those notes eventually formed this site, created to help others make more informed choices.
My Approach to Reviews
Each review here is based on actual visits and time spent inside the facility. I’m focused on practical details that matter when selecting a membership.
When evaluating a fitness center, I usually:
- Invest sufficient time to grasp routines, peak times, and trends
- Visit on various days and times
- Experiment with multiple training formats and trainers
- Use facilities regularly to assess cleanliness and comfort
- Speak with other members about consistency and gaps
- Record notes right after each visit
I revise reviews when significant changes occur: renovations, changes in management, pricing shifts, or new facilities. Each article displays the last update date so you can gauge how current the information is.
What I Look For
My priorities may differ from yours, so here is what matters most to me when assessing a gym:
Comfort and Privacy: Does the space feel thoughtfully designed for members, with clear boundaries and a peaceful vibe?
Equipment Quality: Are machines well maintained? Is there adequate variety? Are repairs timely?
Crowd Management: Can you train at your preferred times without constant queues?
Clean Facilities: Locker rooms, showers, floors, and equipment surfaces. Cleanliness reflects how seriously the management takes the member experience.
Honest Membership Practices: Transparent pricing, clear rules, and no unpleasant surprises.
Beyond the Gym
Outside of training and writing, I live and work in Amsterdam. This project is here to make fitness choices easier and more transparent for people looking for the right environment.
Get in Touch
I hear from people weighing memberships or starting their fitness journeys. I try to reply when possible.
The best way to reach me is through the contact form.
If you have specific questions about a gym I reviewed, I’m happy to share more details. If you have suggestions on places I should visit next, I’d love to hear them.
Thank you for reading. I hope you find something here helpful for your own fitness choices.