This gym is a good facility. A shame about the staff and sales people. I signed my contract in the month of April 2022. Virgin advertised bags with new memberships. To date I have requested the staff at reception to get someone at sales to call or sort out my free bag. Low and behold a month later nothing. Reception ask for my details for the third time in 2 weeks and I just think it’s best to move facilities or find another franchise. You would think that after lockdowns service levels would pick up not become worse.

I absolutely loved this gym, but had a fallout with a particular trainer I had hired there. And I basically had to leave this club and move to one I really am not fond of, because of fear of meeting this individual at said club, with his smug attitude, built on non-action by club management who don’t do anything despite this trainer’s inappropriate behaviour. I was threatened by him, so naturally felt uneasy about attending this club. Management provided superficial reassurances that I’d be safe. But, I don’t take chances being female in South Africa. The sad part is that, this club was my favourite in Cape Town. I trained here with two of my sisters. And now we just have to move, because of the gym protecting its trainer, who failed to tell me sessions I paid for in earlier months, that were unused, would expire in September. Who had tried to then also, force me in about May, to pay for an entire whole month, knowing he was going to be on sick leave and then also knowing my schedule couldn’t accommodate regular 4 day per week sessions. I probably have a month’s worth of unused sessions, but he only mentioned the expiry after September when nothing could be done about it. He on the other hand, would not train us until we paid him, so he’d wait for us to pay him after our session had started and then he would not give us our full hour, even though we paid for it. It must be amazing to work for an employer who doesn’t monitor your behaviour and gives you so much backing and supporting that you can act so brazenly and confidently, towards your clients, even when you are in the wrong. Said individual even tried to label me a racist, to deflect attention from his wrongdoing. My contract is up and I’d rather support a smaller gym in Cape Town, where staff don’t walk around so smuggly, acting however they want, because Virgin is ‘too big’ to be encumbered by one solemn member in Cape Town. Smaller gyms are more client-centric and issues such as these are handled faster and with more urgency and tact.

Poorly maintained equipment, the floors are filthy and dangerous with holes beneath the rubberised mats, shower at the sauna has been broken for at least 12 months. I mentioned all this to the club manager months prior as I am recovering from a knee reconstruction and need to specifically use the watt bike for rehab but all are poorly maintained and horrible to use. (I was told that they are awaiting quotes for new equipment). This club is horribly maintained and the only premium feature is the location. Please support local independent gyms with owner managers. The only reason I use VA (like most) is to justify the cost of vitality. It’s a small gym, that is very busy at peak times, classes are in frequent. If you go to run on a treadmill, it’s great but that’s about it. I do wish this gym was maintained as well as it was when it opened, but seems like profit is being sought through cost cutting and not excellence. What a shame.

Worked out at VA Foreshore this morning. It is the best out of all I have ever been to. Great views of the city and mountain. On the weights department, you get to view the Harbour and the freeway to The Waterfront.

Today, I visited the Foreshore VA to find out about joining. The staff were very friendly, the facilities were clean and tidy. Not crowded at all. Nice 25m heated pool. For the most basic membership, which is the club off peak (8am to 5pm and Saturdays) I was quoted: R740 P/M for 12 months and a R100 activation fee. The gym is closed after 2pm on Saturdays and all day on Sundays, however one could use any other VA gym on these days. COVID precautions are observed. Parking is free for the first 2 hours.

Nicely sized gym with newish equipment. Would have liked it if there were the new assault treadmills and the core slide machines. There are a lot of treadmills, bikes, ect (cardio machines) for the busy hours of the day. Gym gets quite busy in the evenings and mornings. Bathrooms are the newly refurbished style, really big sauna and steam rooms available. Inside the gym there is a NÜ for you smoothie and healthy food needs. Dislike the fact that there are limited gyms in Cape Town and that they have parking garages. Although parking is free for two hours.

Good gym. Not the best in Cape Town. When calling them on Sunday at only 1pm they were already closed. Not sure if they even open on Sundays which is very strange. Otherwise the gym is good. All equipment is in working order and some areas have a good view. Overall, if you're in the area it's a good gym to go to. Otherwise try the Green Point branch.

I love Virgin Active!! This one didn’t disappoint. Fresh, breezy, bright and clean. Makes you feel like a really good workout. Stop by and get something at the Nu restaurant downstairs. Really worth it.

An awesome gym with a great view. The space is light and well air conditioned. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I go during the day so it’s quiet and there’s plenty of equipment to choose from. There is also the nice touch of “workout of the day” in case you’re lacking inspiration. My only issue is the limited parking although you do get 2 hours free.

Loved this particular gym. Very well kept, gym equipment still relatively in good condition and good and friendly staff. The change rooms are in such high standard that I thought I was in a hotel. Simply beautiful. Now sure what the idea of not having shower doors was about but it somehow works even though it does make you feel awkward at first. Wasn’t a fan of the steam room because it was not hot/steamy enough and the sauna was closed for some reason. Pool is great and so is the grip area. If I was staying in town, I’d definitely go here daily.

Their steam room produces little to no steam. If you’re looking to use the gym for this facility I recommend you sign up with another club. I reported this to their front desk about a month ago, instead of looking into the issue the lady insisted it works fine. Not sure what their definition of a steam room is- if you compare it to the Wembley steam room- the Foreshore one is as good as switched off.

All good if not interested in the sauna. Disgustingly no body cares about hygiene in the saunas, neither members nor the staff. People will just walk in with there used underwear and use no towel. The majority never has a toll and the staff does not do anything about it

Great modern gym fitted with all the essential equipments, medium sized weights area, lap pool, studio and change rooms. The showers are okay and the locker areas are kept neat and tidy. A great positive is that there is 2 hours free parking for all members. It gets busy during the early mornings and especially after work, so expect a bit of a wait for the showers and some machines. Note that the club is also closed on Sunday’s (but they allow you to access any other club on that day instead).

Virgin Active Foreshore is an awesome gym located just on the side of the N2 Highway and boasts beautiful view of the Highway and Victoria and Alfred Waterfront Harbors. This gym also has a variety of different equipment for the Strength Trainer, Functional Trainer, Yoga Trainer. Experience the Foreshore gym for yourself and I’m sure you will love it. 👌🏻

Great facilities. One of the best Virgin Active gyms in the country. Very good and friendly staff. Amazing views of the city while you workout there.

Because it's not as busy as n1 city

Vibrant and energetic

Why any where else. All you need in one. Safe parking and the rest is just enjoy

Convenient and nice, great equipment

Always clean and all equipment in working order. Well managed and staff always friendly and helpful.

The staff is friendly and courteous. The gym could do with more equipment like another smith machine. Overall not a bad experience.

Nice gym. Even when it’s busy there are usually still machines open. Staff are friendly and helpful. Only thing that’s a downside really is they play the music quite loud at times (annoying when you’re trying to listen to your own music)

Love the adherence to COVID-19 protocols... maybe it's because this gym is literally under a hospital. People even wear their masks in the changing areas... which makes sense seeing the virus has no qualms entering these.

Great modern gym with all the necessary equipment... Free parking for 2 hours... Great views while you gym...

I started at this gym in early 2021, still during lockdown. It was great cause back then there weren't ever really any lines and you didn't really need to wait for machines/benches. Now that lockdown is over the gym is always very full early in the week, but by thursday/friday it's more empty. Unfortunately it's kinda limited on space. There are only 2 benches for bench pressing, and only 2 squat racks. They do have a pool which is really nice to use.

This is my everyday gym. The staff is amazing and very kind. The shower water is hot, equipment is clean. There's a mini restuarant inside for healthy meals.

Always clean and you never need to wait to use the equipment. It would be nice if more cycle classes are introduced in the evenings!

This Virgin Active is quieter than the others in town, is in better condition than Wembley and has the best, most friendly staff! Been going here for over 4 years and have no regrets.

Great gym. Good clean facilities. My only gripe is that the all the treadmills are not tuned in to the tv stations or have no reception at all. I have raised this with the staff.

So far this is one of my favourite Virgin Active gym’s in the area. Well maintained and friendly staff. The only downside I find, is that the gym is closed on Sunday. I enjoy doing my day 1 on a Sunday.

Great selection of machinery. Inside pool and an in gym Nu for foods and smoothies. Very friendly trainers. Very clean and while it is always busy. We haven never had an issue finding a machine to use.

It was a great first time. I was recognized as a new member and immediately taken on a tour and given a 101 of the facility. Friendly staff and lovely layout. Will definitely go there whenever I am in the area. The view is just amazing for me.

I love this gym , its very neat and well maintained. I particularly love the group excersizes / classes , those I worth doing especially for someone that needs guidance in terms of training. The friendliest staff ever

Nice and quiet with spacious change rooms and showers. Always has electricity during loadshedding because it is on the hospital grid. Only reason I give it a 4 is because... Parking is a bit tricky. And there are pillars in the pool that create a weird subtle side current.

Great range of classes and amenities. The staff and instructors are also always there with a helpful smile. It’s a very popular spot though so prepare to queue for some of the equipment, which unfortunately is also a bit old at times.

Staff are very friendly. Gym is always neat and atmosphere feels fantastic. This is my ideal gym. I love visiting this place.

Fairly good gym facilities. Not a good as wembley square though

Well maintained gym, very friendly staff.

Usually really quiet which is great, and friendly staff!

One of my favourite gyms to train in. Always fresh and clean! They have a great Management team who work with enthusiasm at all times!

Was interesting going back to gym post lockdown, the protocols they have in place made me feel bit better, although I just went straight to the pool to swim, so haven't tried the rest of the gym out, maybe next week!

I love the friendly staff the unpretentious vibe. Feel comfortable and at home here.

I love doing my workout here. The staff is amazing and the personal trainers are brilliant

Friendly staff and place

Friendly staff and clean facilities

Nice and quiet

It's ok

Fantastic love the place

By far the best VA in Cape Town.

Great gym

The weights section is small and depressing. Weights also only goes to 50kg with a minimal amount of machines available. Not great.

Staff always friendly!

Great gym for after a workday.

Great facilities. Cleaning staff need some energy.

Perfect place to exercise

Definitely a family gym

Great club like Wembley Square club

Best gym ever

Very nice !!!

Great friendly staff

Nice

(Translated by Google) Best fitness room in Cape Town, very well equipped with enormous cardio space. Sauna, hammam, swimming pool and very clean cloakroom. (Original) Meilleure salle de muscu du Cap, très bien équipée espace cardio énorme. Sauna, hammam, piscine et vestiaire très propre.

Excellent facilities and friendly/Knowledgeable staff. Simon is one of a kind.

Smaller than I thought but all equipment are in working condition

Great views, excellent location.

Great gym for in the week. Convenient

Indeed the Gym itself is great ! But Virgin Active are really not welcome for Single Day Pass. They Charging you 320 ZAR (20USD) and they don't even provide you a towel, neither wifi and as well you need to bring your own padlock if you want to be able to use a locker. OverPriced for what you get, especially in Cape Town...