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Oculus Fitness

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Snug CrossFit gym offering strength & high-intensity fitness training sessions. People often mention Oculus, programming, coaches, community, recommend, great, fitness, amazing, members, clean,


Address

151 William St, New York, NY 10038

Website

www.oculusfitness.com

Contact

(646) 832-4788

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (123 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 7:15 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 7:15 PM
  • Thursday: 6 AM to 7:15 PM
  • Friday: 6 AM to 7:15 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 12:45 PM
  • Sunday: 10 to 11 AM
  • Monday: 6 AM to 7:15 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Oculus (29) programming (17) coaches (15) community (13) recommend (12) great (12) fitness (11) amazing (10) members (9) clean (8)
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  • 5/5 Reilly B. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    This is an amazing Crossfit gym. I highly recommend them. I dropped into Oculus while visiting NYC and had a wonderful experience. Alli, the instructor, was super welcoming and knowledgeable and led a very challenging class.The space is clean and well-stocked with equipment, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the workouts are engaging and scalable to wherever you're at that day. I'd highly recommend Oculus whether you live in NYC or are just visiting like I was.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph W. 2 years ago on Google
    Love the management! Wendy is super nice and friendly. Gym is always clean.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brian T. 2 years ago on Google
    Great classes and the coaches take the time to help you with your form. Group members seem very friendly
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Benjamin R. 1 year ago on Google
    I was a member from 2016 - 2022 and whenever I am in the city overnight, I still drop by, because it is the best place. Great workouts, great coaching, great people. I can’t recommend it enough. For 6 years it was the best part of my day!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniele M. P. 1 year ago on Google
    Tried just once while I was on holiday in NYC. The box is well equipped, the coach was very welcoming and the WOD was challenging and funny. Totally reccommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katharina G. 5 years ago on Google
    I joined Oculus a few months ago as a first time CrossFitter and can’t speak highly enough of the place (seriously, my husband is sick of hearing about it). The coaches are attentive and excellent at what they do; the other members are so welcoming and kind; the facilities are clean; the programming is great; I could go on. Just join!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ian G. 3 months ago on Google • 40 reviews New
    Quality basement CrossFit in a central location. Great coaching and welcoming atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Maria M. 1 month ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Great gym, good space and coaches, fun program. Will drop in again definitely when in NYC.

  • 5/5 Kelly M. 1 year ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Loved getting back to they gym with the crew at Oculus. The instructors are awesome - always up beat, positive and patient (even when I stink at burpees). Great community especially in the mornings which makes getting up early totally worth it.

  • 5/5 Michael C. 1 year ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Oculus Fitness is not only an amazing gym, but it is the community and the friends that I have gained from being a member of Oculus Fitness that makes this place so special! The coaches and staff are encouraging, motivating, and will help you reach your fitness goals of what is best for you! If you are looking for a new gym to join in the financial district .. I’d recommend stopping Oculus Fitness and giving it a try!

  • 5/5 Ioannis K. 1 year ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Oculus is the best fitness experience I have been a part of - I cannot recommend this gym highly enough. Providing a combination of (1) excellent instruction and programming - after ~9 months as a member, I am still being exposed to new exercises! (2) a positive, supportive environment fostered by coaches and members alike (3) a broad variety of top notch equipment, Oculus is a place for everyone - all skill levels and all personalities. I would suggest everyone gives it a try.

  • 5/5 Su M. 3 years ago on Google
    This gym has been a fantastic escape from the reality of 2020. Super clean facilities and great workouts presented even though they can’t run classes. The real joy of this place though is the community and people that go - it really is a joy to be there, not only for the gains (and they are real) but for the people. It’s so much more than a gym, and right now it’s just what everyone needs. Cannot recommend enough.

  • 5/5 A 5 years ago on Google
    I trained here for 5 weeks while in the city for business after trying a few gyms in the area. Andrew (the owner) was very helpful and even included the drop-in fee I'd paid as part of the membership fee. Everyone I met was friendly, and the programming was great. A special thanks to the attentive coaches, and especially to Stephany who always had an infinite amount of positive energy. Looking forward to training here again.

  • 5/5 Aviva R. 3 years ago on Google
    Covid update: I LOVE this gym. Prior to covid this gym was fantastic, amazing coaches, great programming, clean facility, members who are kind and encouraging. Now Oculus has maintained its excellent qualities and is 100% following all safety measures. All members in masks, cleaning equipment, HVACs, more than 6 ft distanced. I never am nervous coming to workout with my Oculus family. The programming is killer, and comes with modifications for all levels so beginners or pros will all feel challenged, happy and safe. I can’t say enough kind things about this place, it’s more than a gym, it’s a family and home. If you are even considering finding a new gym please stop in and talk to Benson, you won’t regret it!

  • 5/5 ryan p. 3 years ago on Google
    It's very amazing the trainer there on point. It's very clean. It's just an amazing atmosphere. I recommend it

  • 5/5 Michael S. 11 months ago on Google
    Oculus is a great box with helpful, thoughtful and encouraging coaches. Everyone has been super nice and extremely welcoming. Workouts are killer.

  • 5/5 Renato C. 10 months ago on Google
    I have been going to Oculus fitness class multiple times and the gym is well equipped and Andrew is an excellent teacher. Thank you for having me the other day. See you next time

  • 5/5 Noah O. 9 months ago on Google
    I'm a big fan of Oculus Fitness! I travel to the financial district in NYC often for work and I always enjoy popping in. The coaches are welcoming and knowledgeable.

  • 5/5 Arian A. 3 years ago on Google
    Top notch personal trainers, safe atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Audrey C. 4 years ago on Google
    I was looking for a challenge and Oculus CrossFit was just what I needed! Allie/Ellie was a wonderful coach and keep things high energy and supportive. I will be back and encourage others to give it a try!

  • 5/5 David S. 1 year ago on Google
    Oculus Fitness is an incredible gym with top notch programming and an awesome community. Have been training with Andrew and the rest of his team since he opened and couldn’t imaging going anywhere else. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Shannon C. 6 years ago on Google
    Missed these guys so much! Can't say enough how much of an awesome group of people Oculus Crossfit has! The coaches are always there to help you and motivate you. The programming is top notch so you're sure to always get a solid workout. They are so great to newcomers and adjust to any level. Start of class always begins with a proper warm up with mobility exercises so injuries are less frequent. LOVE IT!

  • 5/5 Stephany B. 1 year ago on Google
    Oculus Fitness is the best community I’ve been a part of. The programming is amazing & the members are all incredibly supportive! The showers/bathrooms are clean. I love this community so much and couldn’t recommend it enough to others to join!

  • 5/5 Matt H. 1 year ago on Google
    Oculus Fitness is by far one of the best gyms in NYC. As a long time member my fitness goals have changed over time, but I know I can always come back to Oculus for quality, well thought out programming. The coaches go out of their way to introduce themselves and new members, clearly explain the movements and consistently provide feedback on form. No matter your goals or current level of fitness Oculus is accessible to everyone, can't recommend enough!

  • 5/5 Daryl S. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent coaching and programming and a great community - much more personal than many of the other boxes in the city.

  • 5/5 Allison L. 5 years ago on Google
    This place is my home away from home in NYC. Yes, you will receive top-notch coaching. Yes, you will achieve some amazing fitness goals. But most importantly, you will become part of an awesome, diverse, supportive community. Classes are open to all levels, and the coaches will give you advice on how to scale the workouts to keep things both challenging and safe. Honestly I can't say enough good things about Oculus - just give it a try!

  • 5/5 Nigel S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great facility and even better programming! Andrew and his team provide exceptional coaching and go above and beyond to support individual member goals.

  • 5/5 Jordan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Tell me where else you can find a gym with squat racks for days, a community where people care about and push you AND the best bodyguard in Bruce the dog! I’ll wait… I’m happy to have found a home at Oculus. The classes are well-crafted to meet everyone’s needs and fitness goals and, trust me, you’ll see results!

  • 5/5 Mary Kate S. 1 year ago on Google
    Oculus is an incredible place! The coaching and programming is superior to any gym I’ve previously been to in the city. Facilities are clean. Such an amazing sense of community. A membership at Oculus will truly change your life and will make fitness something you look forward to every day!

  • 5/5 Sumit P. 1 year ago on Google
    The programming is solid and thoughtful—tons of “clang and bang” workouts, of course, but also methodical strength training that builds up over the course of weeks. Classes are fun, and the coaching is top-notch. For intense workouts, classes are broken into heats, which means even more individual attention from the coaches. I usually work out during open-gym hours, of which there are lots (and during normal hours—a rarity in the city, at least). Videos for the entire warm-up sequence and individual movements are available on the app, which I find extremely helpful. Plus, Andrew is always around to explain, help devise substitutes, spot you, and just shoot the breeze. Only good vibes here!

  • 5/5 Sophia C. 2 years ago on Google
    I wish i could give this place 10 stars. A MILLION STARS! Oculus fitness is my home away from home. I came back to NYC after the pandemic in March of 2021 and started coming here after a friend recommended. I tried 10+ gyms after my free trial and could not find a better workout and a better atmosphere. Oculus offers a free week trial and after that week i couldnt imagine not coming back every day. I have had incredible results getting stronger and better at each skill everyday. The trainers and coaches at this gym are world class. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

  • 5/5 Mitch F. 2 years ago on Google
    Tons of Olympic and Plyo equipment, very cool city vibe. Nice owner, friendly clients

  • 5/5 Jeffrey M. 1 year ago on Google • 1 review
    Great programming with a team of coaches that tailors the workouts to members of all skill levels. I have a lot of fun working out here while greatly improving my level of fitness. The community is very welcoming. I strongly recommend giving it a shot to anyone who is thinking about trying CrossFit or starting to get bored with their current fitness routine.

  • 5/5 Sarah F. 1 year ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Andrews’s programming is hands down the best out there. Coaching from all is second to none with ample attention paid to every individual in class. My strength has improved immensely in the 5 months I’ve been there. And the people are amazing. We’ve all become great friends. Classes are so fun, it’s the best part of my day. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough.

  • 5/5 James G. 1 year ago on Google • 1 review
    Oculus Fitness is the kind of place that you don’t mind waking up at 3:30am and want to go train. The instructors are amazing and genuinely care about each and every one of the members. The programming is balanced and well thought out and this is the best gym in town. Oculus has created a community of acceptance, accountability, knowledge and progress but most importantly support and fun!

  • 5/5 Zach W. 5 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Incredible gym with a great space and great community. Every gym tool / equipment price you would need and A+ programming

  • 5/5 Kerstin W. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    The workout was so much fun. Everybody was really nice. Thank you for having our little group today and for this brief insight of crossfit.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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