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Force Fitness Club

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😠 I know it's a gym and you're supposed to go to workout but mostly everyone one here is very rude and gym is split into two crowds that management prefers. Very Clicky and the management only films the women (which in itself is very creepy). People that management prefers are very VERY rude to everyo... People often mention great, broken, workout, machines, staff, time, machine, work, equipment, people,


Address

63-03 Fresh Pond Rd, Ridgewood, NY 11385

Website

www.forcefitnessclub.com

Contact

(718) 497-9090

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (220 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: (Easter), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours

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  • 1/5 Brandon R. 1 year ago on Google
    I know it's a gym and you're supposed to go to workout but mostly everyone one here is very rude and gym is split into two crowds that management prefers. Very Clicky and the management only films the women (which in itself is very creepy). People that management prefers are very VERY rude to everyone else and think they're better.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Michael M. 1 year ago on Google
    I was just about to sign up, but I read the reviews first! Thank y’all! I’m looking for a gym that is stress free, hassle free! No one has time for shenanigans!
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Monica L. 1 year ago on Google • 6 reviews
    I love that this gym is 24/7 and affordable, super convenient when you only have time at night to workout but the maintenance of some machines is poor. I am a frequent user of the stairmaster machine. They have 2: one is broken (it has been broken for months) and the other one barely works, you can't take a few steps without feeling that you are going to fall. I asked a couple of times 2 months ago if they could fix it and the machine is still busted. Please fix it!
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zsuzsa K. 1 month ago on Google • 59 reviews New
    Thank you We enjoy to come here every time

  • 3/5 Ryan S. 1 year ago on Google
    I like this gym because it’s no thrills. Just humble work out space. THe equipment is well used. Gym could use new weights. Air quality could be fresher. Leaks from roof are not ideal. Space is large and people are friendly.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jan S. 2 years ago on Google
    I've been coming here for a month, but I have friends who have been regulars for years, and this is the one gym in the area that everybody goes to. Open 24/7, friendly customer service, always very clean workout area and other facilities (nothing is worse than a filthy bathroom, this place keeps it nice and tidy), they have a guy walking around vacuuming up chalk on the regular. The only thing I could complain about is the leaks in the ceiling and the worn out flooring, but I get it, it's a small business, times are tough... you'll get there guys. Nevertheless 5 stars, keep it up!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 s g. 1 year ago on Google
    I returned after a long break to FFC because it is the nearest gym, but I was very disappointed, nothing has changed at all since pandemic, every other elliptical machine is broken. Dirty, smells awful. Dingy, rusty lockers at women’s room. Common! Don't you care about customers?! I'm not surprised that many familiar faces have moved to the gym at BJ's, it doesn't matter that you go for workout, but the conditions should be favorable. I really regret coming back here.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Daniel F. 2 months ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    Subpar gym. I’ve been there several times. Rat infested parking lot, and it’s in disarray. No organized parking, it’s shared with other places, people make up spots there. Absolutely disgusting bathrooms. They smell always, are filthy , outdated and the trash is overflowing always. It’s not ventilated either. There are Building code violations all over here. The lockers are broken, damaged , and there are also roaches. There’s rust all over the lockers, which may get rust stains on your clothes. Equipment is all mismatched, it seems they got them from different yard sales. The machines often have out of order signs. Seems like they never get fixed. Serious work needs to be done here. Bottom line, stay away. There are way better gyms in the area.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 nunya b. 7 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    its cheap and open 24hrs. you get what you pay for though. it’s impossible to time a good gym session the moment more than three people need to work out the same muscle group. there is only one of each machine, and people casually walk up and take the machine from right in front of you as you’re waiting a foot away. maybe it’s because it’s more trendy to go to the gym this year so more people in, but all of that extra income should be made to use for improvements
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Christian D. 6 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    24/7 I have to say that whomever is giving this place bad reviews doesn't understand what this gym provides. It's 24/7 with plenty of machines to accomplish your goals, could it be better in certain areas absolutely. But then they won't be able to maintain their memberships at the affordable price that they currently are. If you want a clubhouse this ain't it if you want a gym that's available whenever you want and it has more then what you need to accomplish what you want this it. Loved this place especially at 3am. For $7/week you can't find a better deal.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Dakota 1 year ago on Google
    I was charged a $60 cancellation fee even though they advertise themselves as “no contract, no commitment.” Was told it’s in the contract even though I never signed one. Buyers beware! I was in love with this gym until this happened. Edit: I asked them twice for a copy of their contract to no avail.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 JR �. 1 year ago on Google
    A lot of equipment was broken and a lot were broken that weren’t tagged. Very dirty and smelly not too hygienic. I left after 2 workouts and resumed working out at my jobs facility. Too bad hours were great near my house and staff was courteous.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Melissa C. 2 years ago on Google
    This gym is not a safe place for women. In reply to Mike's comment: I reported a man bothering me and saying inappropriate things to me to the man who is usually at the front desk twice. He told me it was a misunderstanding and to let him know if it happens again. He didn’t believe me and expected me to continue working out while the creep was still in there. I have already cancelled my membership since this happened over a month ago and did not feel safe continuing to work out at this gym. In the end those statistics don’t mean much if your staff is unwilling to help women when they report inappropriate behavior.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Zain K. 1 year ago on Google
    Can someone help me cancel my membership? I have been calling everyday at different times and no one picks up the phone. I've gone to the location several times and the door is locked. Please help as I don't live in the area anymore and can not keep making this trip to no avail.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Richard V. 11 months ago on Google
    Like the gym…although 15lb dumbbells are sorely missing a match… BUT FORCE FITNESS LITERALLY HAS THE WORST FRONT DESK OF ANY BUSINESS I have encountered when it comes to availability…it is virtually IMPOSSIBLE to call in and get SOMEONE ,ANYONE TO answer, wouldn’t be such an issue but they don’t even have a Proper message option… THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES with no telephone service blow my gym away as far AVAILABILITY is concerned I’ve been out of the country and put my membership on hold, which I’m returning soon and have called NO LESS THAN 20 TIMES with no success, so I can’t activate my membership…absolutely no problem charging my account/taking my money literally to the minute when dues are up,BUT CUSTOMER SERVICE RECIPROCATION is EMBARRASSINGLY Missing. Cmon guys CUSTOMER SERVICE is what sets businesses apart…when you don’t have even a smidgen of respectable service??? Its an indictment of how you value you PAYING MEMBERS.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 David L. 11 months ago on Google
    Never answer the phone no matter what time of the day you call. Been tryna freeze account for a few days now since I can't make gonna have to go in person to cancel membership.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Eddie M. 9 months ago on Google
    Tried to talk to someone/anyone working at the gym thru phone and in person. Literally no one at the desk at 1pm definitely have to dispute the charge with my bank. This gym is a No Go!!!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Juan R. 2 years ago on Google
    What I like about this gym is the availability of the machine not packed at all aswell as the old school feel free weights galore it could use an uplift it's pretty beat down the mask part could be inforced better alot of ego's in this gym reason for so many people feeling the need to not wear a mask all in all great place to work out at
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sara d. 2 years ago on Google
    This gym came highly recommended to me and I must say it doe NOT disappoint! The owner of the gym, Mike & Vinny, are awesome and hands on. The machines do what you need them to do and the entire staff is friendly. Very clean gym, respectful members, and great price... Can beat that. Very happy to be a member here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 P S. 1 year ago on Google
    The gym for its price is truly exceptional. Mike and team have built a community of fitness enthusiasts with the support / positive vibes that really kick-started my fitness program! They maintained their service over covid and kept their brand promise to the neighborhood. I’ve also supplemented the gym with private sessions from their network of great instructors.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ramon A. 11 months ago on Google
    If you like Bodybuilding and Work out like a Bodybuilder this is the Gym to go too its a old School Gym
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Nicole “Nick” A. 2 years ago on Google
    While the gym is tiny it's the billing that I don't like they claim it's month to month but charge $80 if you want to cancel. You also must pay $50, 90 days after you're first payment..... this adds up fast and they only list these charges in the fine print.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Klever F. 2 years ago on Google
    I like this place so far machines always available...variety of machines...paid for 3 months. Dint need credit card on file like othe gyms.. thumbs up
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trickza F. 6 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    This gym is the best gym I’ve been two I go anywhere from 2-4am and it’s completely empty. Love that it’s 24hrs and love how it as every machine I need definitely a great spot if your looking to go around that time 🙌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Melanie D. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Kind of gross. All of the lockers in the ladies locker room are rusty and do not feel clean. Worried the rust will get on my clothes so I try not to leave stuff in there, very inconvenient. The bathroom especially doesn’t feel clean and is very rundown. At least one treadmill will be broken at some point and usually 1 out of two stair machines are broken. All in all, a pretty run down gym, needs a vast amount of updating.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gabriel C. 2 years ago on Google
    Good gym. I just joined a few weeks ago. I'm new to fitness and working out but it's a welcoming environment to anyone. It's clean, has a lot of rooms and a lot of equipment and it's clean. The price is very reasonable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Richard R. 1 year ago on Google
    Old weighs if something breaks down they take months to fix it ,, water fountain sucks the water has been coming out hot for a while already and they haven’t fix it yet..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bruno E. 1 year ago on Google
    LOVE THIS GYM! Open 24/7 and they have great classes. Coaches are the best and the CrossFit classmates are really friendly. I would recommend this gym to everyone!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 EDUARDO A. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chyenne T. 4 years ago on Google
    My first time ever doing crossfit and the environment was great. I have been on a number of sport teams growing up where it takes a while to get to know and interact with everyone but from day one at this gym it felt like an instant family. The staff are great and everyone works with you to make it a fun and easy learning experience and workout environment.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J K. 1 month ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Great gym for weightlifting

  • 4/5 Elijah C. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Great gym, seems like they care about their members and making improvements. Favorite gym I've been to in NYC.

  • 5/5 Luis Salomon R. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    I’ve been coming here for two years and have enjoyed my experience. Solid gym with workout equipment that some, more traditional gyms do not have available which helps keep my workouts fresh! Being able to come whenever I have time is awesome since my work schedule is varied! Mike and the team are awesome, a great place to workout, but also a great community to be a part of!

  • 3/5 im z. 1 year ago on Google
    They don’t answer the calls.. I wrote an email but no answers as well. But today! I got an email from them. Automatic email. And they say in it “Believe me.....I and my partner LISTEN. To everything.”…… Well okay I will wait for the answer

  • 5/5 Tracy H. 2 years ago on Google
    This gym is a gym..no frills, local...great following. Mike shares inspiration and healthy recipes through email and offers great deals on crossfit and classes. P.s. affordable membership rates and open 24 hours.

  • 5/5 Edwin P. 2 years ago on Google
    This gym is one of the better ones in the neighborhood. Great communication with everyone from the cleaning crew to the desk workers to the owner. I’ve been a member at retro and blink in the area and this to me has them beat hands down.

  • 5/5 R.I.C. R. 2 years ago on Google
    Love the gym. Wish they had heavier atlas stones for progression. But workouts going good with the ones they have now.

  • 5/5 Samira A. 6 months ago on Google
    The two little chinese boys in good shape at the front were very nice and helpful!! I dont know the name but they guided me around the gym and gave me very good information… Ps… They were very handsome… Lol!

  • 5/5 Nate 2 years ago on Google
    My favorite gym 100%. I grew up in ridgewood and I would train in Brooklyn but decided to support my local gym. I recently signed up and don’t regret it; they have great space, equipment and the best staff. This is my new home

  • 5/5 Jack B. 2 years ago on Google
    No-frills gym. 24hrs. Very solid

  • 5/5 Js S. 8 months ago on Google
    Decent 24 hour gym. Their elliptical machines are broken sometimes but so far it hasn’t interfered with a workout.

  • 5/5 Vic I. 4 years ago on Google
    10 stars!!!! If it wasn't for my Wife I would never have thought of joining Crossfit Ridgewood at Force Fitness Club. But if it wasn't for the Professionalism, kindness and support of the Owner, Coaches and staff I wouldn't be here a year later and 17 pounds lighter. I started out with evening classes but when overtime at work got in the way the 5:15 am class and Coach Jay was there for me. I thought I'd never be able to get up so early but now it's part of my schedule. The only negative part is how guilty I feel when I dont go.

  • 5/5 Meily Gomez R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great staff amazing coaches!

  • 5/5 Michael R. 7 years ago on Google
    CrossFit Ridgewood has become more than I ever imagined it could be when it started. Not only a family of people from all walks of life....but seriously the BEST programming in Fitness I've seen. I've been in the business for over 25 years.....Progressions and Safety are paramount and thats what happens when you have the right Fitness Professionals in charge of programming for CrossFit. I'm very proud of my box!

  • 5/5 joeldj m. 4 years ago on Google
    Gym

  • 5/5 Rishi R. 1 year ago on Google
    This staff is so helpful. I just started working out, I had to get a spot from a girl next to me lifting twice what I was. Good price, $30/mo. Great hours, 24.

  • 3/5 Dodes S. 1 year ago on Google
    No frills gym. A lot of old, worn, and out of commission equipment, and the place is kinda grimey but it’s cheap and gets the job done if that’s all you care about.

  • 1/5 Weed Trees N. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Broken Equipment Dirty bathrooms I should call the health department to check if the place is even sanitary. Be careful you don’t leave with a staph-infection. One staff member was drunk in a round table with a group of old men drinking liquor. I was disgusted. Good bye stay safe. Dead huge Rats 🐀 in the parking lot as well.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ben 6 months ago on Google • 1 review
    7 dollars a week, 24 hours, hardcore atmosphere, very good gym overall. Although the gym is definitely not in good shape compared to when i signed up in 2017-18, floor is broken, some machines are still broken for months, equipment is missing etc. But hey for what you pay for you really cannot complain, plus it’s 24 hours and usually even at its peak around 5-7pm it’s no where near as bad as fitnation or retro. For the sake of getting your workout in this gym hits all the criteria and for the price it’s very solid.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karpinski s. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    I love this place, can get an intense workout in even during peak hours. Only thing I’d really appreciate being added is safeties on all the bench/incline presses. With only one power rack existing in the space things get tricky when pushing limits on barbell chest workouts w/o a spotter. I hope you can make it happen Mike.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Idamis Sandoval C. 1 month ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Pleasant atmosphere


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