Life Time — Attraction in Edina

Just wanted to leave a review of this place after being a member for a year.

First of all, a bit of background - I've been training since I was 15 years old (I'm almost 40 now) and have worked out in probably over 100 gyms all over the world.

This is one of the best if not THE BEST gym I've ever been a member of. Any of the negative reviews are by spoiled little babies who get upset when their latte has too much almond milk.

First off, the facility is full of brand new equipment. No machines are ever broken for more than 24 hours before you see a maintenance guy lying on the floor with a wrench making it work again.

In terms of cleanliness, this gym is always spotless. You could probably eat off of the floor anywhere in this gym and it would likely be cleaner than the cleanest spot in my apartment.

Now let's talk about the management...

Guess what, 5 stars for them as well. And in fact this is probably what sets this gym apart from nearly every other gym I've ever worked out in. Yes, of course, everyone wants a job. But the staff here really makes it feel like your $200/mo is well spent.

They're always working hard, always accomodating, always greet you by name and with a smile. I mean honestly even if it's fake-corporate "niceness" (which for the record, I don't think it is) it still beats the disinterested stares and sullen-teenager DMV-type attitude that you find at most other gyms when you ask them to do something.

The staff here is actually super awesome. What I found very interesting is how the upper management will routinely walk the floor to clean equipment. You'll be on your way to your workout and see the GM in his slacks, dress shoes, and collared shirt wiping a corner of the gym (that nobody would ever spot test for dust in a million years) just to make sure the place is spotless. I really can't stress enough how impressive I found this that even the GM will get his hands dirty cleaning equipment and random parts of the facility.

The rest of the staff is awesome too. Trainers are pleasant enough (but mostly focus on their clients instead of schmoozing with members) and same goes for the cleaning/admin crew.

The classes here are top notch as well. I mostly only did the yoga classes (shoutout to Lindsay P and Patrick and the 75 minute flow classes) with some spin here and there. Very challenging classes, great teachers. Can't speak on other classes as I never did them but I'm sure they're of the same caliber.

The rest of this gym is similar to Equinox in that you have shaving cream, razors, moisturizer, good shampoo/conditioner, steam/sauna, jacuzzi, etc. It's like an Equinox except the staff is nice instead of snobby. Maybe it's a Minnesota thing, I'm not sure.

Another great thing about this gym is that the men's locker room has a cold plunge. I'd never done a cold plunge before joining this gym but it speeds up your recovery like no other and increases your work capacity for future workouts. Really amazing and once you start you'll get addicted.

Anyone who complains about this place really honestly has no idea how good they have it. This is EASILY the BEST gym in Minneapolis, probably even Minnesota. Show me 1 gym that even comes close. I should know, I'm a gym snob. I've trained at every major chain, Crossfit boxes, yoga studios, you name it. This place has them all beat. $200/month is expensive to you? I spend more than that on my morning coffee - you're telling me it's not worth spending that on a gym membership that offers all this AND is one of the few businesses where you actually feel like you're getting your money's worth?

I ended up moving to Miami so I had to cancel my membership, but this gym was great and the people working there are 10/10. There's literally no reason to join any other gym in Minneapolis. No other lifetime, crossfit box, yoga studio, nothing. This is the place to be. Thanks to everyone down there and if any of you come to Miami def hit me up on IG...

Update: Dr. Oscar Nevermann is now at Crossfit SISU in Plymouth MN.

Transformational Care at Life Time Southdale – Dr. Oscar Nevermann is Irreplaceable!

Three years ago, I was in severe, life-altering pain with no hope of relief. I had tried physical therapy at Tria, consulted medical doctors, and even worked with a chiropractor, all of which failed to provide lasting improvement. Enter Dr. Oscar Nevermann at LifeTime Southdale – he didn’t just treat me; he changed my life. After only one month of working with him, I was completely pain-free and have remained so for three years.

Oscar’s approach is unlike anything I’ve experienced. His evaluation was more comprehensive and insightful than anything I had received elsewhere. He quickly identified the root causes of my pain – weakness in my left serratus anterior, posterior chain, and glutes, among others – and implemented an individualized plan that addressed these areas. Oscar didn’t just focus on exercises; he also taught me life-changing lessons in posture and movement: "squeeze the glutes, flex the abs, stand tall, and avoid letting your ribs flare." These simple yet profound adjustments transformed the way I move daily.

When I first started, I was terrified of using weightlifting equipment, fearing injury. Oscar’s expertise and encouragement not only made me comfortable but confident. His knowledge is unparalleled, and his ability to adapt exercises based on flexibility, pain, or fatigue is remarkable. He also excels at hands-on techniques, from massage to improving flexibility through manipulation, making him a true master of his craft.

Oscar’s impact extends beyond physical improvements. Before working with him, I couldn’t take a plane ride or sleep in a hotel bed without excruciating pain. I struggled to be present with my family due to irritability and emotional exhaustion from chronic pain. Thanks to Oscar, I was not only able to coach my son’s robotics team but also judge my daughter’s debate events – things that would have been impossible before. During trips, I went from lagging behind my family to leading them, with more energy than I ever imagined.

Oscar’s personal training clients range from professional athletes (including professional sports players and their families) to medical professionals and individuals like me – a dentist, PhD, and biomedical engineer. Despite our knowledge as professionals, Oscar brings it to the next level. Everyone who works with Oscar shares the same sentiment: they don’t want to give him up. His knowledge, skill, positivity, and ability to connect with people make him an invaluable asset to LifeTime Southdale’s community.

LifeTime Southdale prides itself on being a premier, country-club-like fitness center with a focus on exceptional customer service and a luxurious atmosphere. Oscar embodies this mission perfectly. His presence not only enhances the experience for his clients but also elevates the brand’s reputation as a facility that attracts and retains top-tier talent. LifeTime Southdale is fortunate to have someone like Oscar, and his continued presence is a tremendous benefit to its members and the community.

Dr. Oscar Nevermann is more than a trainer or therapist – he’s a life-changer. I am forever grateful for his care and expertise. If you’re fortunate enough to work with him, consider...

Overall impression of Lifetime Kids Summer camp is very poor. The administrative processes are disjointed, with multiple gaps in processes, and very little or no communication. The marketing materials are misleading about structure, content, and paid electives. Electives advertised at the time of registration are no longer offered, and for those that are still offered are only 3 days per week for 2 hrs per day. Staff and management were very quick to apologize about mishaps, and said they are very short staffed due to many of their staff leaving or going back to college.

The registration progress was very disorganized. To ensure that I got a spot, I signed up in March for camp in August. I was told to fill out the paper application materials and dropped off in person at lifetime. After filling out the 20 page application and making payment, I received a docusign and had to resubmit everything again electronically. This was confusing, so I reached out to confirm everything was submitted correctly. When I asked why a duplicate process for registration, they said they “changed systems.” After 5 unanswered emails and 3 unreturned voicemails over the course of six weeks, I received a call that everything was received and we are good to go.

We signed up for coding and STEM (and paid extra), only to find out after the first day that electives are only 3 days per week (T, W, Thu) for 2 hours per day, with no longer offer STEM, and coding is only 1x per week for 1 hr.

The 7 days before the start of the camp, I had not received any instructions or directions for drop off, lunches, what to bring, and other policies. I was concerned that they had not received my registration and my son may not be on the roster. I called and could not get in touch with anyone via phone, and decided to stop by camp and speak with someone in person. I was able to speak with one of the counselors and she gave me verbal instructions and said I would be getting an email later in the week.

On the Friday before camp start (on Monday), I still had not received anything. I went back to the camp and spoke with the supervisor. She said she would email me later in the afternoon. We also talked about the process for electives, and she said I would get a weekly google document sign up for electives. I told her I already paid extra for electives and included this in my sign up forms. She stated I need to re-sign up each week. She apologizes about the lack of communication, stating that they are very short staffed, due to the fact that many of their staff left for the summer to go back to college.

On the Monday of camp, having still not received any email instructions or elective sign up, I dropped my son off at camp. I asked the check in staff about the elective sign up, and they again stated they are behind due to short staffing. They also informed me that electives are only offered 3 days per week, for 2 hours per day. This was frustrating and different from what was stating in the marketing materials. They said I would get a sign up later in the...