Big Tex Gym

Fantastic experience: I liked this gym the instant I walked in the door. Every piece of equipment you need to get strong and build an amazing physique is here. The reception people are friendly and helpful; and the regular gym members are respectful, polite, and willing to help. It’s also very clean, well maintained, and organized. This is a gym for people who are motivated to exercise and improve themselves. The drop in rate of $5 is a super deal, and I took advantage of it for months until I committed to a membership. My favorite option is their paid in full plan, which is sold in time blocks. Also, the owner is an awesome guy. I think he owns Iron Forge gym in Round Rock as well. That is a really cool gym too. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Austin! This gym has equipment that no other gym has.

Fantastic experience: By far best gym in town .. Old school and great Vibes

Fantastic experience: Great gym with great equipment and space

Fantastic experience: Solid gym, especially for the price of the one-time admission; 5/5. Would train there again. Also, Ashley is really helpful. Great service rep!

Fantastic experience: Wonderful gym! Super friendly people and good equipment.

Fantastic experience: I was a kid in a candy shop today! Unique equipment. Awesome environment. Incredible value for a drop in pass!

Fantastic experience: Really great gym with a golden era feel and friendly staff.

Fantastic experience: The best gym ever!! The people and staff are so nice!!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in austin!!

Fantastic experience: I absolutely love this place Cute gym doggie too. It’s an amazing price for a day pass

Fantastic experience: My favorite gym in Austin. We love it here!

Fantastic experience: My favorite gym in the ATX! I come here every time I’m in town!

Fantastic experience: Sweet old school bodybuilding/powerlifting gym. Great music and fun selection of bars. Great way to start the day!

Fantastic experience: This was a great gym! Loved the atmosphere, people and environment! 10/10 would come back

Fantastic experience: Online pictures don’t do this gym justice. Definitely a gym that will get you SWOLL. Staff was nice as well.

Fantastic experience: Best and most chill gym ever. Bodybuilders and fitness people all welcome and will all have a great time.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym. Classic metal equipment. Love it.

Fantastic experience: One of the very best gyms i’ve ever been to

Fantastic experience: Made the most gains at big Tex gym and the vibes are better than any gym I have been too yet. Solid membership price and it’s open 24 hours too.

Fantastic experience: Lifter’s paradise! Phenomenal place and fantasticly friendly and welcoming staff!!

Fantastic experience: super cool place ! tons of different machines, not usually too busy, day pass is only 5 bucks too.

Fantastic experience: Incredible gym, all the equipment you could desire, old school af. Love Training Here, only a $5 day pass for drop-ins so a great place to go with friends who have different gym memberships!

Fantastic experience: They have a plethora of old iron plates and calibrated plates. They need to righted their dumbbells more often or just have an Allen key at hand.

Fantastic experience: This place is an incredible find. BTG offers everything you need to get strong and build muscle, in a setting that is no-frills and to the point. People here are respectful, the space and weights are kept very orderly (by the gym-goers themselves!), and there is a ton of inspiration all along the walls. Folks are friendly and willing to help you figure a machine/exercise out, but also unobtrusive and everyone does their own thing. It’s also great that they have trainers on site, because you’re able to get professional support right there. The front desk staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and the Big Tex gear (t-shirts, hoodies, shorts, etc) is sick.

Fantastic experience: big tex gym has the best atmosphere and some of the best staff i have ever met. everyone that we have met so far has been super friendly and super helpful. if you’re looking for a low key gym with 24/7 access, this is your gym!

Fantastic experience: a great environment all around, great workouts here and really nice workers

Fantastic experience: Gym's staff is super nice and helpful! Facility is clean and full of all the equipment a bodybuilder can dream of! Would definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: I love Big Tex gym, great staff and environment!

Fantastic experience: $5 drop in was awesome. Visiting from Canada. Great atmosphere and old school vibes. Friendly staff. Definitely check this gym out!

Fantastic experience: 5 STARR AWESOMe GYM…

Fantastic experience: The only gym I will train at when I’m in Austin. Been to just about every hardcore gym in Austin and nothing tops Big Tex.

Fantastic experience: Love the atmosphere and tunes are on point. Can’t find the machine you need you’re not trying hard enough.

Fantastic experience: Facility is well maintained and the environment is immaculate

Fantastic experience: super friendly staff, great equipment & only a $5 drop in! will definitely be back

Fantastic experience: Great gym. Lots of machines and equipment that is reasonably priced. I love it

Fantastic experience: The best gym in the area. Has everything you need.

Fantastic experience: Gym has everything you could need! Countless machines, powerlifting equipment, bodybuilding, posing room, saunas, cardio, and more. The staff are SO nice and the owners really care about the community and gym.

Fantastic experience: Has an amazing vibe. All the staff was very helpful and nice. Plenty of plates. A $5 day pass is unbeatable. And the posing area has phenomenal lighting and mirrors to see your back when posing. It was a 10/10 workout at this gym.

Fantastic experience: Ash at the front desk is such a hard worker. The best!

Fantastic experience: Packed with equipment, even added an assisted pull up machine which is great. Staff are nice and price is solid for the equipment and the fact that it’s 24/7 for members. The people that go are also nice

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym with great equipment for powerlifting and bodybuilding. Hard core vibes for serious lifters

Fantastic experience: Came in from out of town and got a day pass (only $5). Staff and members were super nice! Had all the machines I needed and more.

Fantastic experience: Gritty, good vibes, awesome equipment, I wish I lived closer so I could come here every day. It’s not pristine like chain gyms. This is the real deal and you will get results here.

Fantastic experience: This gym is so sick! Love the atmosphere and the music. Front desk was friendly and helpful :)

Fantastic experience: Big Tex is where I primarily come for training with my trainer. Every time I’m here though, it just feels like home. Everyone, staff and members, are so friendly. This place is unique, it’s about community and lifting, and many things in-between. Easily one of my fav gyms in Austin.

Fantastic experience: Went here as tourist during our three weeks vacation. Bought day passes. Gym had everything we needed. Amazing staff, very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely go here again when I am visiting Austin.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in north Austin!! Has everything you could want. Cardio equipment, bodybuilding machines, free weights, and powerlifting comp equipment.

Fantastic experience: I was over here from las vegas for 2 days and found this gym, no overpriced day passes here. Completely reasonable. And the equipment and atmosphere will satisfy advanced or life long lifter. Very happy I found this gym thank you!

Positive experience: It’s an amazing gym, I just wish they didn’t have the annoying dj on Saturdays lol

Fantastic experience: Came all the way from Portland and big Tex gym is the place to go! Very spacious and friendly staff and lots of equipment.

Fantastic experience: the front desk worker Anastasia is very helpful and knowledgeable and always says hello. front desk worker Ashley is also cool, however she throws rocks at me. i like the gym it has good variety and there are enough machines to use what i like in a short amount of time. music is usually good. i enjoy the posters and atmosphere. buy more t shirts.

Fantastic experience: In town for a week and came across this place. Super rad mom and pop gym with a true weight room feel. Maria was at the front and was so sweet and welcoming. Will definitely be back the next time I’m in town ❤️

Fantastic experience: One of the best gyms in Austin I look forward to coming to big Tex whenever I’m in town.

Fantastic experience: I like this gym - it is an old school type gym, the real deal. My wife has been going there for a while , and I now go with her a few times a week. The day pass and membership is reasonable and the owners are really great. They are veterans, as my wife is, and always are friendly when we see them. I also like the gym because it is a no nonsense type of place - not a pickup joint disguised as a gym. They do not put up with that here , so I am not worried about my wife working out here daily on her own ( she has been hassled, hit on and creeped on at big chain gyms ). It is a bit of a drive for us - but will always support local businesses with nice owners.

Fantastic experience: Here for the weekend from Canada. This gym has been had everything the boys and I needed customer service has been awesome. If I ever come back to Texas 100% coming back.

Fantastic experience: Best gym for a juicy pump

Fantastic experience: Amazing! the ambient was super intense and the machines were awesome, lot of free plates as well

Fantastic experience: My friend and I dropped into Big Tex while doing a quick trip to Austin. Drop in was super easy and well priced. There was a good assortment of power lifting equipment for my friend to get her training in and sufficient machines and weights for me. We were here midday on a Monday and got a lot of time on the equipment we needed. Really great value for a good gym. I’ll come back here again next time I’m in town.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in texas hands down. Owners are amazing so is staff. People who go here range from beginner to freaks of nature. You'll love it her

Fantastic experience: Great gym everyone so nice and friendly

Fantastic experience: Fantastic. Atmosphere & quality are top notch. Highly recommend it if you want a serious workout. Definitely not a planet fitness.

Negative experience: To start off, I love this gym and I’d give it 5 stars had I not just had this experience. Don’t listen to the front staff about keys. I was told by multiple front staff members that keys could be left up front. It’s, “completely safe” and “they’ve never had an incident”. Yesterday my keys were taken. The response from the gym has been underwhelming. The front desk staff member didn’t even ask for my name, phone number or email address when I approached them with this issue. At the end of the day, it’s my responsibility. In addition, if there’s going to be this collective, “it’s okay to leave your keys here” being pushed by employees of the gym then the gym should have better training / protocols of what to do when an incident occurs. Such as a camera pointed at the keys and giving staff the ability to review footage since management is busy. My recommendation is to get rid of the hooks at the front desk or give staff training / tools needed to handle incidents when they occur. I’m spending over half a year’s gym cost on getting my fobs replaced. Don’t leave your keys at the front. If something changes, I’m more than happy to bump this to a 5 star review. The gym is great.

Negative experience: Well I tried going to the gym for the first time in 3 months Found out I had a balance for three months worth of payments even though my card on file was good and has worked for literally all my bills And is the only debit card I use and works for everything unfortunately they had my old phone number and couldn’t reach me I paid them the 164 I owed them and then after they took the money they told me my membership had been cancelled and I’d have to pay to start a new one So another month and then another annual fee I haven’t been even been here in three months and got caught on payments after their payment processor failed to work but they didn’t care Shout out Big Tex Gym makes me feel good about the five star reviews I’ve left you and all the positive things I’ve said about y’all

Fantastic experience: very great gym. everybody is very nice. no hate. no judgment. all encouragement. 100% recommended

Fantastic experience: great gym with diverse equipment with a barbaric atmosphere. everyone seemed really friendly and had a great time.

Fantastic experience: Big Tex Gym in Austin, Texas is hands down the most exceptional fitness facility I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was greeted with a sense of belonging and motivation that is truly unparalleled. The first thing that struck me was the incredible range of equipment available. Whether you're into powerlifting, bodybuilding, or just looking to stay in shape, Big Tex Gym has everything you need to achieve your fitness goals. What truly sets Big Tex Gym apart, though, is the sense of community and camaraderie that permeates the place. The staff and fellow members are incredibly welcoming and supportive, creating an environment where everyone feels like family. It's not just a gym; it's a place where you can build lasting friendships and find the encouragement you need to push your limits. Additionally, Big Tex Gym frequently hosts events, workshops, and challenges that keep members engaged and motivated. It's a testament to their commitment to helping you achieve your fitness goals and providing a well-rounded fitness experience. In summary, Big Tex Gym in Austin, Texas, is not just a gym; it's a fitness oasis that offers top-notch equipment, a supportive community, and a commitment to excellence that is second to none. If you're serious about your fitness journey, Big Tex Gym is the place to be. It's more than a gym; it's a lifestyle.

Fantastic experience: Great variety of older equipment! Great community of lifters! Music is always poppin! Great for burning that midnight oil and its never too packed. Super cheap day passes too!

Fantastic experience: Great local gym! Staff is kind and environment is great if you're serious about putting in work. They throw some pretty awesome events every now and then as well!

Fantastic experience: Gem of a gym for north Austin people. The $5 day pass is super convenient if you’re like me and have gym commitment issues. It’s big enough that you can find a nook to get your lift on. Some of the regulars are ultra yolked but they’re all pretty chill and tolerate skinny dudes like me. 5/5

Fantastic experience: Great bodybuilding gym in ATX! Everyone is nice and helpful, and the posing room has the best mirror placement for posing

Fantastic experience: This is a GYM. You come here to get BIG. It’s the real deal. 100% recommend. Very accommodating to out of towners looking to drop in. Love everything about this place.

Fantastic experience: Was in town visiting family and needed a place to train. I absolutely loved Big Tex. Loved to old school vibe, it was easy to get a day pass. Definitely will be back

Fantastic experience: Gym has everything you will ever need. It’s old-style, so you know that the gym knows what they’re doing. Everyone is so supportive and welcoming!

Fantastic experience: Amazing local gym! Love the 24/7 access this facility has.

Fantastic experience: Straight to the point. This place has the best community, the best options for equipment, best supps and they practice what they preach. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Great variety of equipment, great community of lifters, never too packed, not for those who prefer a luxury gym experience, this is more for the people who want to leave it all out of the field. Grunge vibe, if you close your eyes and just listen you hear the clanking of iron plates and feel like your working at a steel mill. Get it.

Fantastic experience: Probably the best gym in and around Austin! Great community and great equipment options that are different than commercial gyms. Only thing I would change is a larger stretching area; recently downsized and you can fit maybe two people so it makes it difficult to warm up for lifting, especially at 5pm

Fantastic experience: Great old school gym. Good mix of free weights and machines. Crowd all seem to be serious lifters or at the very least focused on their own workout. No contract, no hard sell, no hoops or begging when cancelling. They routinely host events for strong man and body building. Staff is friendly and helpful but only when you need them otherwise they leave you alone. You can be a loner or social. It’s up to you and neither stands out. Plenty of squat racks as well so never a wait in my night time experience.

Fantastic experience: Gritty. Funky. Heavy. Hardcore. It's a vibe. I'm tempted to dock a star for non-ideal air circulation/quality/temperature, but I can't because that's part of its charm. To be into bodybuilding is at some level to take pleasure (or at least pride) in suffering. If you are into fitness, but have never been to a real bodybuilder gym, do yourself a favor and check this place out. The $5 day pass is an amazing value. Just try to avoid peak hours, for their sake and yours.

Fantastic experience: This is my 2nd home! I absolutely love everything about this gym. Everyone is super nice and accepting no matter who you are.

Fantastic experience: the best gym in Austin, human quality, good service, incredible machines!

Fantastic experience: Great local gym! Has everything you need and more! I also love the customer service!

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this gym! Have been coming here since I moved to Austin two years ago, and it really made me feel like home. The owners and staff are kind and helpful. Couldn’t recommend it more!

Fantastic experience: Big Tex is by far the best gym in ATX. Feels like home, holds you accountable to re-rack your weights and just be a good human. You can’t beat $5 a day for all the equipment you could EVER need!

Fantastic experience: Gym is awesome it’s everything you want in a gym the open 24/7 with membership is a big reason why I’m here big Tex great

Fantastic experience: I don’t even live by here and I drive out of the way to work out here at least once a week! The equipment rocks and the environment is rad

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym. I absolutely love the community, and it’s always nice to come in and make content. Everyone is super encouraging and the equipment is top tier. The lighting also elite. 10/10 recommend.

Fantastic experience: This has been likely the best gym I’ve been to. Large variety of equipment and an extremely inspirational and welcoming environment.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to big Tex for 3+ years and I love it wouldn’t switch for anything I live out in Leander but will make the drive to big Tex!! I wanted to shout out Johnny for always keeping big Tex clean and tidy! Gotta love it. Keep up the good work big Tex austin loves you!!

Fantastic experience: BigTex Gym is a no-frills gym that is perfect for those who are serious about their fitness goals. The gym has a wide variety of equipment, including free weights, machines, and cardio equipment. There is also plenty of space to work out, so you won't have to worry about feeling cramped. The community at BigTex Gym is very welcoming and supportive. Everyone is there to help each other reach their goals, and there is a strong sense of camaraderie. This makes it easy to stay motivated and accountable, even when you're feeling discouraged. While BigTex Gym doesn't have all the amenities of some of the larger gyms in Austin, it does have everything you need to get a great workout. The locker rooms are clean and well-maintained, and there is a small pro shop where you can buy supplements and workout gear. Overall, BigTex Gym is a great place to get in shape. It's motivating, supportive, and affordable. If you're looking for a gym where you can focus on your fitness goals without all the distractions, then BigTex Gym is a great option. Here are some specific things that I appreciated about BigTex Gym: The variety of equipment. There is something for everyone at BigTex Gym, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned lifter. The space. The gym is large and open, so you never feel cramped. The community. The people at BigTex Gym are friendly and supportive. It's a great place to find motivation and accountability. The price. BigTex Gym is very affordable, especially compared to some of the other gyms in Austin. If you're looking for a gym that will help you reach your fitness goals, I highly recommend BigTex Gym. It's a great place to work out, and you'll be sure to find a supportive community there.

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym, fair pricing, gym shop is well stocked, and it's easy to get a buddy in for a drop in.

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym. Highly recommend to anyone. Amazing people, high energy, and owners who care. If you’re looking for a gym in the atx area this is it. 1000 stars.

Fantastic experience: Love this place from the start. If you wanna work out in a judge free environment where everyone is friendly. This is the spot.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming here since I moved to Austin almost two years ago, and I love it. They have all the equipment needed for any workout. The staff is incredibly welcoming, all of the trainers are very friendly and helpful with any questions. There’s something about it being family owned that just make it feel like a home away from home.

Fantastic experience: Hardcore gym, great vibes for training hard. Got a 3month membership for my internship in Austin. Definitely a highlight of my summer!

Fantastic experience: A classic grungy old school gym with very eclectic equipment. They also have a cool strong man side.

Fantastic experience: I love Big Tex! Everyone is so welcoming

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and has a good set of machines. Really awesome gym!

Negative experience: I totally disagree with the "No contract" statement. If you cancel your "no contract" membership within 14 days of your next payment you get billed another month. And sign a paper that says "to cancel your contract" lol. Place is dirty and full of roid heads. 55 a month is kinda high unless you are one of those people that just want to be seen. On the brighter side. I still have a month and 5 days to work out after canceling my "no contract" membership.