Maximum Fitness Center — Local services in Newark

Seems like a really nice and clean facility, but the Fitness Director is difficult to get into contact with. I emailed him and never got a response. Waited about a week or two and then went in person to seek him out. He was busy training so I left a note. Still didn't hear back.

Called a week later to see if I could set up an appointment with a different personal trainer since they have several. I was told I'd need to see the Fitness Director to do that as he oversees the personal trainers' schedules. That is the same person who I was initially trying to talk to. They took my name and phone number over the phone.

I waited another week before I ultimately decided cancel my membership because it just doesn't sound like they really care at all based on my experience. If you're looking for a place to work out and are going to plan your workouts yourself, might be a good place, but their membership is a tad expensive. But if you're interested in a personal trainer creating a workout program for you to do on your own, just don't.

Also, fair to add that I wasn't given a hard time when I went in to cancel my membership, since they do make it possible for you to...

Love this gym! The best if ever been to and I’ve been to a lot over the years. Very clean, the equipment is super stout, well maintained, with a good variety to work every muscle. Aerobic and cardio equipment is also a good variety. This a gym for those that are serious about working out…and just want to focus on good solid routine without feeling like it’s “social hour.” Most people who attend have that same mentality. My only criticism is….there is a group of about 8-10 females who are professionally led by trainers on M-W-F during peak hours who seem to get preferential treatment and hoard the machines wether you may be in the middle of your own personal workout or not. There is a sense of annoyance by gym members whenever they enter the “space” because you just know you’re going to get booted off a machine or run out...

I starting looking for a gym to get my muscle tone back and firm my body up to improve my appearance. I visited several gyms in the Heath and Newark area a couple months ago. I finally settled in on Maximum Fitness Center. This facility by far exceeds equipment availability Compared to any other fitness center in the area. The total facility is huge and is laid out in the category of equipment you are looking for in 4 different very large rooms. The facility is very clean and the staff is very friendly. I can promise you if your looking for a quality Fitness Center and want a facility that gives you so much for your money ,then visit Maximum Fitness Center and I am sure you will agree with my...