After walking up a twisting staircase, the gym splays out through what is essentially a wide hallway. The class I took was nearly empty, and the instructor asked everyone to move up to the front so we could "ride as a pack." If you have the money, the extra $40 dollars spent on a Destination Membership are definitely worth it for the Sports Club alone. People were arm-to-arm in the stretching area, and personal trainers resorted to having their clients do floor exercises on the tile floor that was supposed to serve as a walkway that ran along one side of the weight floor. The locker room wasn't incredibly dirty, but there were still scraps of paper and towels lying on the ground, which was surprising for a gym that charges a higher rate for admission than most. E Madison: an oasis of luxury that will cost you. The gym had someone cleaning them up, but it seemed like they couldn't keep up with the situation. It was mostly a ghost town. The gym filed suit attempting to block the eviction. It'll be their first new NYC location since Hudson Yards in 2019. . Not many people were there and it had separate rooms for boxing, barre, pilates, yoga, and group fitness. Join now with $0 initiation. Equinox's SoHo location is probably the best indication that the company is reaching its desired demographic. But the training space at Columbus Circle was wholly viewable from the pool open to all Equinox members. The case was eventually dropped. E Columbus Circle gets a 5/10 for a slightly elevated experience at an unrealistic price. When I arrived, the cafe area was also playing host to around 10 high schoolers on their lunch break. The gym itself is squeezed into the recent development that houses it, and has the shape of a skinny sliver of cake. The steam room was packed, and there was only standing room when I visited. The equipment itself is pretty limited. Orchard St.: A bespoke space that could use some tidying up. Its six floors house a 25-yard indoor pool, an entire level for saunas, steam rooms, jacuzzis, and showers (lockers are on another floor), a rock-climbing wall, basketball courts, a cafe, and outdoor running track, a functional fitness room, a boxing space, a cycling studio, yoga studio, a group fitness studio, and more. Equinox East 53rd Street feels like a chicer version of East 54th street the worst Equinox in New York. The locker rooms were truly unique to other Equinox locations, with a boxy, nearly all-glass steam room (which seemed pretty cool) but toilets and showers were housed in the same section, which created an obvious smell problem. Notably, the lockers at this location didn't have built-in locks, which was surprising considering how new it felt inside. The gym didn't feel overly cramped because of the space given to the equipment, but the locker rooms felt like they were overflowing, and when I left, there was a line nearly 12 people long waiting at the complimentary coat check. Uptown has unique, spacious locations targeting moms and older customers. Built in the 2016 Equinox boom, the year the company built or acquired five different locations in New York City, the Bond Street location is large, spacious, has tons of natural light, and has a strong aesthetic centered around its red brick interior. Go either way and you'll run into the sunny weight floor, stretching area, and group fitness studio, or the locker rooms or yoga studio. From what I could tell, it had a lot of cardio machines, some cable-assisted weight equipment, and fewer free weights. Inside, the location felt large and had a lot of equipment. He openly complained about how Equinox's efforts to build out the E brand left his space in a rut. East 63rd Street gets a 7/10 for cleanliness, a nice crowd, and pending amenities. On their off-time, Equinox trainers and employees often go to the Sports Club for their workouts, along with ABC's David Muir, who I personally spotted in the lobby, and CNN's Chris Cuomo, according to Page Six. In the basement level is one of two "playgrounds" for Equinox's CrossFit-Style PGX classes. It includes a large functional training floor, multiple levels for machines and weight training, and all-glass studios. Equinox bought its Printing House location in 2010 and reportedly remodeled the one-time home to lower Manhattan's squash scene into a gym-lounge space that includes a rooftop pool and a "zen suite.". The gym is huge, and feels more like how a spacious office in the neighborhood would feel, with concrete, wood, and metal making up the chic interior. The levels fit a smart design that segments different classes on different floors, which is great for parents who want to leave their kids at daycare on one floor, and fit in a yoga class without being bothered by the group fitness class in the basement. As they competed for the best handstand in the front, I stayed in child's pose in the back. This Upper West Side location features everything Equinox has to offer including an indoor Pool, a sundeck, sauna, steam room, basketball courts, a rock wall, Boxing Studio, Pilates Studio, Yoga Studio, and more. Only one elevator will get you there, and it can take awhile for it to come fetch you. Courtesy of Equinox Given the. Opening in 2001, the large complex includes ample natural light and a basement pool, but feels more like a community center than a pleasure palace. When I visited one person was inside, unlike the normal room, which was cramped. Msg frequency varies. Tier X is the real selling point, but an E membership comes with a heightened level of luxury according to the company. destination ZIP Code and time of acceptance and will depend on shipping service selected and receipt of cleared payment. Copyright 2023 Equinox. For not being very busy, the locker rooms are not the cleanest they could be, with towels and scraps frequently lying around. E Columbus Circle: Spartan compared to E Madison. As they competed for the best handstand in the front, I stayed in child's pose in the back. There are also multiple infrared saunas available to use for an additional charge. Crunch in Union Square was similar fit and finish to the UES locations, with fewer staff on hand. The issue was eventually resolved outside of court. Once upstairs, you're met with a large lobby with tons of furniture and space to relax. Equinox Sports Club New York is one of the city's most eminent clubs. Like the Sports Club, access to Printing House comes through either a destination membership or a membership to the gym that's $210, slightly higher than Equinox's average gym. This was definitely the fanciest shower I've ever used, but it still just felt like taking a shower. The price of Equinox's top membership seems like a steep climb for marginal differences in training quality and luxury and is probably only worth it for the uber-wealthy. Arriving after work, the lounge area was completely full and being used, the locker rooms were crawling with people, and the gym floor itself was overflowing. East 92nd Street gets a 9/10 for luxury, space, design, and service. Its three functional fitness floors had ample room for stretching and all the necessary equipment without feeling cramped. Appropriately, the level of luxury at E Madison is pretty much unparalleled for New York consumer gyms. Equinox's core amenities include cardio equipment, strength equipment, Khiel's products in the locker rooms, a steam room, showers, a cycling studio, and a group fitness studio. Complimentary shoe shining and clothes steaming is also included if you leave your garments in special bureaus in the locker room. The top floor was where most of the equipment was, and large windows let a lot of light in. Alone I wouldn't say a membership to this gym would be worth nearly $200 per month, but taken together with other gyms, this location could be a good fit if you work in the area. Built in 2016 and reportedly frequented by superstar Shawn Mendes, Equinox Dumbo feels like an updated version of Equinox's Tribeca location. One long mirror created a sort of group vanity situation, which was a better option than most Equinox locker rooms that have a handful of vanity stations at the end of each row of locker room, which usually end up not being enough. Experience even more with a complimentary third night at the worlds first Equinox Hotel. Occupying two small floors, machines and free weights are crammed into what's essentially a fancy hallway. The interior of the West 76th Street Equinox looks like the inside of an orchestra hall when you walk in. The three functional floors don't feel like anything special, but they maintained a crisp design and weren't overly crowded. What makes the hotel special. On off-hours, though, the ample chill-out space, the large gym floor, and the yoga studio that looks out over the neighborhood make the gym generally pleasant. There appeared to be an accumulation of rusty water by the steam room. The sheer size of the Sports Club, which used to be owned by Reebok before Equinox acquired it in 2014, is impressive. Unlike the Sports Club, however, Printing House's selling points rest squarely on two features the outdoor pool and the views. Equinox's core amenities include cardio equipment, strength equipment, Kiehl's products in the locker rooms, a steam room, showers, a cycling studio, and a group fitness studio. A few people refused. Paying for a single gym can cost anywhere between $185 and $220 per month, typically with a $300 initiation fee, varying by gymand offers available. Arriving after work, the lounge area was completely full and being used, the locker rooms were crawling with people, and the gym floor itself was overflowing. That's a hard feat for a New York City gym. The real standout of the gym is its tiered spin studio, which makes for a cinematic cycling experience. New York, United States. The most expensive membership is called 'E by Equinox,' which gives you access to two exclusive New York gyms and every other Equinox in the world. West 50th Street gets a 3/10 for cramped quarters. The staff was friendly, but somewhat uninformed, not being able to tell me about the swim classes that were available in the pool. Printing House gets a 8/10 for nice views, the pool, and the sun deck. The price you would pay for membership will be influenced by some factors like the number of people that are joining with you, the type of membership, and the exact location. GQ fawned over it in 2016, noting the "endless river of refrigerated eucalyptus towels" and private "changing cabanas," as they're referred to by the club. Equinox Nearly all of the Equinox locations in Downtown Manhattan had a unique feel, seemingly catering to the younger crowd that lives and. Feel the power of the pack in our basketball, volleyball, and squash leaguesbring your own crew or come solo and we'll put you in touch with the right people. A notably high number of staff members kept this location very clean even the steam room, which wasn't the case for most locations. The real standout of the gym is its tiered spin studio, which makes for a cinematic cycling experience. In the harsh reflection of the shiny new E Madison, though, the training space comes off as spartan. The upper floor had a lot of light, and the locker room came off as standard issue except for the fact that it had old lockers that required a padlock and didn't have a digital scale. The kids' club, spa, shop, cafe and community lounge round out the space, making it the high-performance haven next door for the whole neighborhood. On their off-time, Equinox trainers and employees often go to the Sports Club for their workouts, along with ABC's David Muir, who I personally spotted in the lobby, and CNN's Chris Cuomo, according to Page Six. 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All Access includes: Access to 80 clubs across the U.S., including all classes and amenities. Hard to beat great service like that. Equinox has also set E Madison by partnering with a separate product line for its lotions and cleansers, going with the pricier Grown Alchemist rather than Kiehl's, which Equinox provides for members at all of its traditional locations. The showers have slightly older fixtures and features and seemed to have modulation pressure issues, but all in all the expansiveness and cleanliness was impressive. The idea is that E members have access to Equinox's highest level of luxury, along with their highest level of training Tier X (which members have to pay extra for, of course), which the company claims is a comprehensive and unparalleled wellness and training program. Instead, it's one rectangular floor of free weights, machines, and cardio equipment that's plainly laid out. The one I was showed had hair in the sink, and some scraps of paper on the floor. When I visited, the crowd tended to be a mix of fitness obsessives in the late 20s to early 30s, and fashionable women in their 40s and 50s. The staff was friendly, but somewhat uninformed, not being able to tell me about the swim classes that were available in the pool. Stay where high-performance lives. That's good service! An overzealous toilet paper user had seemingly ripped off more than he could use, and there were scraps of toilet paper all over the bathroom floor. The locker room wasn't incredibly dirty, but there were still scraps of paper and towels lying on the ground, which was surprising for a gym that charges a higher rate for admission than most. Immediately when you walk in, staff greet you and offer coffee, fruit, or water. Executive members access the most elite locker rooms and exclusive laundry service. Experience an energy boost unlike any other with an outdoor Soulcycle class or the Equinox In the Wild outdoor gym. Equinox+ costs $39.99 per month and can be canceled anytime. West 92nd Street: The company's second location in the city feels one of a kind. In November, Mark Walberg posted a video of himself working out there. They encourage a yearly package that would allow for two sessions per week, at the price of $16,120. There are tons of cardio machines, but only a medium-sized collection of cable-machines and free weights on the top floors. Power up in the Equinox Club, reboot your routine with unparalleled personal training, and wind down with luxurious and regenerating Spa rituals. The gyms weight floor is a bit less glamorous, put on the basement level and mostly lit with artificial light. The outdoor pool, which includes lounge and sun-bathing space, is probably the other main selling point in the summer, but it's only open 3 months out of the year, and definitely isn't big enough to swim laps in. The yoga room had a conspicuous lack of windows, which felt a bit claustrophobic and detracted from the vibe I prefer. Compared to Equinox's top offerings, 53rd doesn't feel like anything special, but it seemingly provides the luxurious experience Equinox has promised to customers who won't be able to find it at the location one block north. On top of the spaces for fitness, relaxation, and dining, the gym also featured a large lobby, that seemed made for comfortable working. It's hard not to compare Equinox Bryant Park to an Apple store, with its cubic glass facade jutting out of the ground in Midtown. Greenwich Ave.: Feels like an old YMCA, for better or for worse. E by Equinox is certainly one of the highest levels of luxury and training available in the consumer gym market, but the leap to spending over $20,000 is a big one that's essentially only available to the uber-wealthy. For the average person, this expense wouldn't be worth it for the marginal amount of luxury and training quality that you receive. So, I decided to embark on a nearly two-month journey exploring all of Equinox's offerings in New York City. Orchard St. gets a 6.5/10 for a lot of space and a beautiful environment, mixed with an unusual level of untidiness and cramped locker rooms. #grownalchemist #bodycare #health #beauty, A post shared by Nutricosmetics + Healthy Skin (@grownalchemist) on Apr 21, 2019 at 10:26pm PDTApr 21, 2019 at 10:26pm PDT. At the end of the cardio and stretching tunnel, from which a group fitness, yoga, and spin studio crop off of, is a more traditionally square free weight floor that overlooks the Hudson River and New Jersey. When I asked the front desk person about it, he said you have to spray the thermostat. Time Warner Center (60th and Broadway)New York, NY 10019(212) 871-0425, 344 Amsterdam AvenueNew York, NY 10024(212) 496-2374, 2465 BroadwayNew York, NY 10025(212) 799-1818, Other locations near Sports Club New York. Its three functional fitness floors had ample room for stretching and all the necessary equipment without feeling cramped. East 74th Street: Made and designed for yoga moms. This location doesn't have any frills like a sauna, pool, or hot tub, but still felt very nice. I worked out at all 34 Equinox locations in the city (not counting Long Island or Westchester). But it's clear that most locations are meant to provide an easy place to work out near work and not much more. Interestingly, there are no Equinox locations in Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island. It houses the largest Equinox club ever built, with 60,000 square feet of over-the-top indoor and outdoor spaces by designer Joyce Wang. Despite this, the added amenities made it feel like one could truly spend their entire day in Equinox. The locker rooms were nice and spacious, but the steam room was super small. East 54th Street gets a 1/10 for setting the low bar. Williamsburg gets a 6/10 for the cool cycling studio, cleanliness, and new features. Where E Madison's sparseness felt elevated, the Columbus Circle location simply felt empty. One floor trainer helped me move and rerack weights after my sets. Available for New York Clubs only. Now, he says, members who joined through E Madison are showing up expecting to be able to access the training space without an appointment. Printing House: you're basically paying for access to an outdoor pool and sundeck. SoHo gets a 6/10 for a generally pleasing aesthetic and open spaces. Notably, the hair products were Equinox's standard unlabeled hair spray and gel. Built for the ultimate in high-performance living, our clubs combine personalized service and signature programming for an unparalleled fitness experience. The uninitiated are likely to hear bits and pieces about the gym, either from friends or through the rumor mill. This seems to pose a particular issue for Equinox, which seems to attract a user base that feels entitled to leave messes for other people to clean up. The NY locations look pretty nice but living in Chicago while the gym I visited was nice, it pales in comparison to East Bank Club and being they come at around the same price point it doesn't make sense to join Equinox. The Destination membership is a tier below E, but still gives you access to Equinoxes special locations and Sports Clubs, which have unique features and amenities. . As you begin to move above 14th Street towards Midtown, Equinox's locations take on a decidedly more corporate, cookie-cutter feel, and the economy seems to shift from prioritizing luxury and character to convenience for the bankers and finance crowd that packs into the area every day. The locker room was cavernous, having at least 18 showers, a sauna, steam room, and lounge chairs. The locker rooms themselves feel spacious, and the steam room is literally designed as a large glass cube with what's basically a pedestal in the center.
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