In terms of equipment and cleanliness/tidiness - but also the layout of the gym itself, I can confidently, after many years of training at various gyms, claim that there is not one better than XL in the entire city...! And, it's the one I regularly return to precisely because of the exceptionally high standards in all the above mentioned areas.
The trainer staff are of the highest caliber of knowledge within the field of fitness and are very friendly and eager to assist.
As mentioned, various weight-lifting disciplines are afforded by the broad selection of professional quality machines and free weights arranged in such a way that the spaciousness is outstanding, and in my opinion, unrivalled in Beograd. All this applies to the well-organized cardio area as well as the open floor for group training classes and athletics activities.
Cleanliness and order: Every single plate and dumbbell is carefully kept organized by weight - one will never have to search for anything they need in this regard as soon as they become familiar with the gym's organization... And the benches are regularly sprayed and wiped down multiple times per day, and this with the well-enforced indoor shoe and gym towel policy. This is the best kept gym in the city in these terms.
The locker rooms are also outstanding in their cleanliness, spaciousness and overall aesthetics - they also include floor tile heating during the winter months!
There is available in-house wifi, air-conditioning and an excellent sound-system which is only too obvious with the at times overly loud music being the one and only aspect I find fault with. Even so, this is a very minor qualm with all the unparalleled qualities I've mentioned (and the receptionists are very happy to adjust playlists and volumes if requested).
XL is one of the very best...
Read moreFirst of all, I don't actually write reviews because I don't care. But here I'll make an exception. I've been traveling for 3 months and have been to 12 countries and at least 20 different gyms during that time. This gym is by far the best gym so far. Big, everything you need, lots of machines, lots of weights, lots of space, a separate room for leg training with more than enough equipment. Friendly people, from young to old. Staff absolutely friendly, respectful, helpful! Day ticket costs €8 including a bottle of water (with taste, ISO or whatever you choose) and protein shake. More is not possible. None of the previous gyms can keep up with this price/performance ratio. I'm coming to Belgrade for a month next year and want to definitely train here again. Best sporty greetings...
Read moreThe gym is excellent. Clean and lots of weights, benches and machines. You can definitely hit every muscle in your body with the machines they have. Staff is very friendly and enjoy talking to them. The price is excellent, 5000 for 3 months. You can not beat that price. Unlike some gyms(Muscle beach) charging 8200 a month with only a quarter the stuff XL fitness has. A previous reviewer complain about the squat rack, yeah it doesn't have a safety bar. But that's why you do not ego lift, I go by a simple rule. If I can only squat for 4-5 reps, it is time to lower the weight. Yes, there is one squat rack, but if someone using it. Go do another workout, they have hack squats and leg press. Honestly, I like this gym. It is for the hardcore. Which I feel comfortable in these...
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