Gym Review: 5 Star Fitness, Hamilton

 5 Star Fitness is located on the east mountain in Hamilton just across the street from Total FX Fitness. The building was previously home to the Hamilton Roller Gardens.  Upon arrival, guests and members are greeted with a warm and classy reception area complete with a water fountain feature, a waiting area with comfortable couches and a juice bar.   The gym offers the look and feel of a larger gym combined with the community aspect of a small organization. Cleanliness is a top priority at 5 Star Fitness, and I have not been in a gym that is cleaner than this gym.

Facilities

Located on Stonechurch Road in Hamilton the building provides a large parking area for members. The reception, change rooms and gym are bright and welcoming. The main gym has a wide variety of resistance machines, free weights area and cardio area. There is also a dance studio/group class area. My favourite part of this gym is the boxing studio which is the largest and cleanest I have seen in Hamilton. They also provide physiotheraphy services and child care on site.

Staff

Reception staff are friendly and personable. They provide member services in a variety of aspects including the main desk, equipment shop and the juice bar.  

Change rooms

Change rooms are large and very clean. Showers are very large and well maintained. There is also a sauna available in the womens change room. Plenty of mirrors are available as well as plug ins for hair dryers.

Classes

5 Star Fitness offers a wide variety of group classes ranging from Pilates and Yoga to cardio, boot camp and MMA boxing.  There are even martial arts classes for  youth aged 4 to 12. 5 Star Fitness also offers some very unique programming such as Zumba Fitness and a Golf Training program.

Personal Trainers

5 Star Fitness offers an impressive line-up of personal trainers from a wide variety of fitness backgrounds.   Sessions need to be booked in advance. Check with reception for details.

Hours & Parking

This location is open 24 hours from Monday at 5am to Friday at 11pm:

Saturday:       7am - 8pm Sunday:         7am - 6pm

Parking is available at the side of the building.

Overall, 5 Star Fitness provides its members with a classy environment to pursue their fitness goals. They offer a wide variety of programs to suit just about anyone. This fall, they are planning on opening a second location in Stoney Creek.