Best Gyms in NJ: Top 5 Places to Stay Active This Winter
11/23/2015 9:13:33 AMDespite the warm fall weather we’ve been having, winter will be here before you know it and our outdoor exercise routines will be ‘out-the-door’ too! There are so many great indoor fitness options in Jersey City that the task of figuring out which to join could be daunting. We did some of the grunt work for you and pulled together five of the best gyms in NJ for you to pick from, each offering something different and unique for this winter. Keep calm and work out, New Jersey!
Newport Swim and Fitness
About: Want access to traditional cardio and weight training equipment, but also looking for alternative ways to work out? Newport Swim and Fitness offers swim and soccer lessons, as well as group fitness classes like cycling, yoga and even dance fusion! This all-in-one facility is one of the best gyms in NJ and great option for people of all ages living in the Jersey City area.
Guests say: “Nice place to workout. A lot of new equipment and safe and clean environment. They offer a variety of different classes so you can focus on different parts of your exercise. Friendly and experienced coaches. And the most important thing for me is that they have a pool.” –Henry B.
Address: 33 River Drive South, Newport, Jersey City NJ, 07310
Phone: (201) 626-3161
Website: www.newportsaf.com
Base
About: Don’t let the name fool you; Base gym is anything but basic! This Jersey City gym is known for its boot camp,yoga classes,smoothie bar, and top-notch spa facilities. Base also has its own mobile app, where you can sign up for classes, track your progress and receive special membership deals.
Guests say: “I'm a current member at Base and just wanted to take a moment to say how much I love this gym! I primarily take the group fitness classes but the cardio and weights equipment is also top notch. There are plenty of machines- I never need to wait for what I want to use. Also love that there is a significant amount of space for stretching and floor work” –Christine B.
Address: 60 Christopher Columbus Dr., Jersey City, NJ 07302
Phone: (551) 225-1071
Website: www.basenj.com
J.C. Krank
About: Need a little motivation during your work outs? J.C. Krank specializes in personal training with coaches that are dedicated to creating a workout program that will increase strength, endurance and weight loss. They’ll adjust your plan as you progress to maximize your results.
Guests say: “Coach Omar and Coach JP have designed a really good fitness program to help me with my overall health, endurance, strength and conditioning. The members have been great to workout with and I like the family feel as opposed to bigger gyms that are less personable.” –Alan N.
Address: 41 Marin Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07302
Phone: (917) 662-4761
Website: www.jckrank.com
The Sports Barre
About: Like to dance? This Jersey City gym fuses dance technique and athletic conditioning to provide the ultimate total body workout. Founded by two former Radio City Rockettes- turned-fitness experts, this carefully crafted dance method is designed to give you the strength of an athlete with the body of a dancer.
Guests say: “I LOVE everything about The Sports Barre. The owners Danielle and Jacey are lovely, welcoming, talented and fierce instructors. Their class methodology is on par with any of the NYC boutique studios. I have taken all their classes and all of them are invigorating, smartly constructed and the teachers always offer modifications and offer amazing adjustments.” –Betty H.
Address: 162 Newark Ave., 3rd FL, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Phone: (201) 938-1000
Website: www.thesportsbarre.com
Four Fitness
About: If you're not sure how to start tackling your fitness goals and want personalized help try Four Fitness. This Jersey City gym provides a mixture of personal training and group classes. Their dedicated instructors have a reputation that precedes them. Head to Four Fitness and see just how possible it is to achieve your goals!
Guests say: “My fitness level has always historically been cardio, cardio, cardio. When it came to training for muscle tone, strength and endurance I found myself very intimidated. Marcisco introduced me to the value of strength training, even when it's "just" with your own body weight (I say "just" because it's a total understatement, I was shocked at the effectiveness of proper form for simple, dynamic movements).” –Sarah L.
Address: 650 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Phone: (551) 208-4775
Website: www.fourfitnessjerseycity.com
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