Lions Gym & Wellness Center — Attraction in Robbinsdale

Lions gym is one of the best gyms I have ever attended. I have spent over half my life in the gym at this point and have been a member at or regularly visited a dozen gyms. None of them have been like Lion's. I drive 4 times as far as my closest gym just so I can be a memeber at Lions and it is so worth it. I have a rather complicated name and Stephan knew it by heart by the second time i got to the gym. The Menya family and staff of Lions are the most down to earth people you will meet. They care about each person who is a member at their gym and routinely encourage and advise you even if you have never done personal training with them. (Plus sometimes their dog Lola is in house, and you can get loving affection from the sweetest pupper in-between your sets!)

Besides the owners, everyone who works out here is incredibly nice and friendly. It is difficult to get in and out without chatting with someone and having a good laugh. Some gyms say they are a judgement free zone, but the people at Lion's act and treat you without judgment. Actions speak louder than words. People are helpful and dedicated to bettering their health.

Besides the people here, the equipment is amazing. It is all well loved and cared for. People actually wipe down the equipment when they are done with it. The staff makes sure everything is in working order and do very frequent deep cleans of the space. They have everything you could need here. Cardio machines, free weights, machines, dynamic movement equipment, ropes, tires, sledgehammers, and crossfit racks. Everything you could need to get and stay fit is located inside the doors of Lions.

This place feels like home. People care for you and want to see you succeed. Here you are not just another monthly payment, you will be valued and cared for like the closest of friends. Do yourself a favor and get to Lions as...

I have been a member of, or visited, many gyms in the Minneapolis area (LA, Lifetime, Los Campeones, etc.). Lions Gym is by far the friendliest and least frustrating to deal with, and I recommend this gym to anyone. Listed below are some of the pros for this gym:

1.This is one of the few gyms that have a deadlift platform. 2.This is one of the few gyms with DBs over 100 pounds (see picture below). Extremely short commute for those in Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, Golden Valley, Brooklyn Center. Parking is available close to the building. Open earlier on Saturday mornings than the chains (LA/Lifetime/etc.) Personally, I think it is cleaner than chain gyms where people do not wipe down their equipment. *I also want to state that I sometimes frequent this gym after 8 PM or on weekends. I often see cleaning crews or even the front desk employees cleaning equipment and facilities. The owners (Stephan and Leah) will know you by name and acknowledge you when they see you. As a powerlifter, this gym has all of the equipment I might need. Plus, they continue to upgrade equipment. 9.A great way to support small/local business. As I am moving to Texas for a year, I recently had to cancel my membership. There is no pressure sales tactics or judgement should you cancel. A simple conversation allowed me to cancel vs. LA fitness where you have to mail in forms to their headquarters and hope they cancel you in a timely manner. There are no membership sign up fees. (Discounts if you sign up for 6+ months, however, no fees up front). A great way to support...

Working with Dr Stephen has been amazing! I have known the Menyas for years but recently started Chiropractic sessions with Dr Stephen. I sustained a low back injury in Feb 2023. After seeing a MD and attending PT at a clinic, I was told there was "nothing else they could do" for me because the injury had healed. The pain I was experiencing was "in my head". After struggling for months, I started working with Dr Stephen. His chiropractic methods are not usual when one thinks of chiropractic care. He uses many methods including electrical muscle/nerve stimulation (a TENS machine on steroids!), a gym full of weight machines as well as exercises and stretches. Whatever you may be dealing with, Dr Stephen will assess the situation by listening and discussing a plan of action and then actively working and adapting to get you moving and feeling better. It worked for me! You will not regret trusting Dr Stephen!

UPDATE 2.18.2025 After nearly 2 years post-injury, I am able to move comfortably, most all the time. Dr Stephen has been a miracle worker! He continued treating me, encouraging me, and promising me the pain would go away. And he was right! If you are in pain, give Dr Stephen and opportunity to help you. It may take time, but it will be worth it in...