Gym Review: Century Physio & Fitness, Hamilton

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Here's a quick review on Century Physio & Fitness in Hamilton.

This gym has two locations in Hamilton. I had briefly described Century Fitness in a previous blog post. I will summarize what I noted with some added details:

Upper James location:

Facilities

Two levels; the lower level contains the administrative offices, daycare, change rooms, dance studio/women's area. The upper level contains the main gym which has cardio equipment, resistance machines and free weights area. There is also a customer service desk on the upper level.

The building is bright with natural light coming in from the west windows which cover the entire front wall. There are two water fountains upstairs and two main squeegee/paper towel stations.

The equipment is plentiful yet still allows for adequate space between so that you don't feel like you are being crowded. Equipment is maintained regularly. Individual TVs are found as part of the cardio equipment as well as plug ins for audio headphones.

Staff

This location is well staffed and attended. The reception area is central to the building and staff are friendly and attentive.  Personal Trainers are knowledgeable and can be seen attending to clients during various times of the day during the week.

Change rooms

The change rooms at this location are very nice.  Lots of mirrors. Lots of privacy with the locker areas divided into nooks. The women's change room has 4 private shower rooms. Each room has a sink, toilet and shower. This type of setup allows for total privacy. For those of you who are shy about changing and showering in a public facility, this type of setup is ideal. The change rooms are moderately clean and maintained.  

Classes

The aerobic studio is part of the women's only area and is adjacent to the women's change room. There is equipment placed on the outer perimeter of the studio floor for use as the women's only area. The area is relatively clean but could use some help from members to put away equipment after use. A class schedule is not posted but is available if you inquire at reception.

Personal Trainers

This location has many personal trainers available for one-on-one sessions. In addition to regular sessions, Century Fitness also has Physio available to members who require this service. This Physio service is covered under most health plans. Check with reception for details.

Hours & Parking

This location is open:

Mon - Thurs:  5am - 11pm Friday:           5am - 10pm Saturday:       8am - 6pm Sunday:         8am - 6pm Overall the Upper James Century Physio & Fitness gym offers solid facilities, friendly staff and extended hours to its members.  This particular location seems to attract members who are of the Baby Boomer generation, which is one of the largest groups who are keenly interested in improving their health and fitness. Upper Wentworth Location: Facilities This location also has two levels; the main level containing the reception area, daycare, change rooms, women's only area, juice bar, administrative offices, elevator to the upper level and a lap pool. The upper level contains the main gym, a room with hydraulic resistance equipment, boxing studio, washroom, cardio equipment, resistance machines and free weights area. There is also a customer service desk on the upper level. This building is also bright with natural light coming in from the north windows which cover the entire front wall. The elevator from the main floor brings you up to a catwalk on the upper level. There are two water fountains upstairs and two main squeegee/paper towel stations. The boxing studio is quite large and includes several bags hung around the perimeter with a boxing ring found in the centre of the room. You need to have a boxing membership to use this studio and ask for a key at the reception area to gain access.  Group classes and one-on-one boxing training is facilitated by the Hamilton Boxing Club. The women's only area which is accessible from the women's change room is quite small and dark. This space might be better utilized for another purpose or needs to be lightened and brightened to be more attractive to members. The main gym also has many TVs hanging above the cardio equipment. Staff This location is also well staffed and attended. The reception area is larger at this location and extends outwards from the offices. Overall the staff are friendly and attentive. Personal Trainers at this location are also knowledgeable and can be seen attending to clients during various times of the day during the week. Change rooms The change rooms at this location are nice.  Good privacy with the locker areas divided into nooks. There are no private showers available at this location. There are private saunas. The change rooms are moderately clean and maintained. Classes The aerobic studio is on the upper level. The studio is very bright and clean. Many members utilize this space for warm-up or cool down exercises when classes are not running.  A class schedule is not posted but is available if you inquire at reception. Personal Trainers This location has also many personal trainers available for one-on-one sessions. In addition to regular sessions, Century Fitness also has Physio available to members who require this service. This Physio service is covered under most health plans. Check with reception for details. Hours & Parking This location is open: Mon - Thurs: 24 hours Friday: 5am - 10pm Saturday: 8am - 6pm Sunday: 8am - 6pm Overall the Upper Wentworth Century Physio & Fitness gym offers solid facilities, friendly staff and extended hours to its members. This particular location seems to attract members who are of a very different demographic than its Upper James location. Members here at Upper Wentworth tend to be in their mid 20's to mid 30's. I invite you to visit Century Physio & Fitness. They offer a one week trial pass to new members which gives you the chance to check out both locations and try out the many great fitness solutions they provide their members.