Fan Club Health & Fitness — Local services in Houston

This is my new gym because it has a vibe closer to Fit Athletics that just closed in Montrose and it's located near my place.

A real gym with real people working out. The crowd is light. There are trainers on site training folks but they are super nice and definitely not aggressive with equipment like trainers in other gyms. Short version: you aren't less just because you are training on your own. Everyone is courteous.

There's plenty of workout space, plenty of equipment and variety of equipment. The building is organized into two floors and about 3-4 main training areas. The squat / deadlift room is a class act and these days an essential to have. The spaces are well lit, clean and organized. Members could rerack weights but this is a problem in all gyms right now.

There's plenty of parking available. The building is well maintained. The changing rooms, showers are all clean and well maintained. There's no sauna, there is no steam room, there is no pool of any kind and good riddance -- those always bring the worst of the gym goers. There's no daycare, no children's area. Leave your children at home.

Now there is a spa side, that's where steam and sauna might be. I don't know. That part is extra on top of the membership. You just have to decide if you need those services. I don't.

The price point is higher than other gyms, and yes you get what you pay for. It is however the same pricing as Fit athletics that closed.

If you ask what could be improved: The gym could use about 10-20 additional 45lb plates to be distributed in the training rooms they have as there aren't 45lb plates to go around in general. Just for clarification. I train heavy. Perhaps most other people did not notice this.

The hours are a little conservative especially on Fridays and weekends. It's a family owned gym, you deal with real people, no corporate, it's mellow and friendly.

Free of texting teenagers, children, socialites, fitness influencers, tripods and recording and other Houston annoyances, this gym is a breath of fresh air. It's for courteous, grown up, serious...

I love this gym! I’m currently earning my personal training diploma here through NPTI, and the program has been incredible. One of the biggest perks is that the certification is for life—no renewals or recertifications needed, which really sets it apart from other programs.

Jonathon, the instructor, is amazing. He’s super knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to dive deeper into any topic if you have questions. He makes the learning experience engaging and supportive, which has made all the difference for me.

As for the gym itself—it’s one of the best I’ve ever trained in. The staff is friendly, the environment is welcoming, and the equipment selection is insane. They have machines I’ve never seen at larger chains like Lifetime, EOS, or 24 Hour. It’s a dream for anyone who loves variety in their workouts.

What I appreciate most is the gym culture. Most people here really know what they’re doing, they keep to themselves, and are super mindful of others. It’s a respectful and focused space that makes training feel both productive and enjoyable. Highly recommend Fan Club Fitness—my only wish is that it...

I love The Core! Almost 1 year ago, my client told me about this amazing place. I called, spoke with the owner and scheduled a tour to see the facility. ALL The staff were extremely professional & friendly and I immediately felt that this establishment could provide EVERYTHING I was looking for.

The Core is a 5 star facility & also is home to around 30 individual office suites available to lease for small business owners. I began leasing a space at The Core for my business in March 2021 and it has radically changed both my business and fitness life.

My clients love the central location & abundance of parking. Every person is the front desk reception team is friendly & helpful. The space is always super clean and sanitized. The variety of gym equipment and size of the facility provide everything that I need for my personal fitness. (Love the private yoga/dance room)

Anyways, I could go on and on about all the reasons why I love this place so much. And Please don’t think my review is biased since I am a tenant of The Core. I’m there on almost a daily basis and it really is Houston’s Best...