Dolphin Fitness Clubs
Information about Dolphin Fitness Clubs
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Our comment from FitFit United States about Dolphin Fitness Clubs:
Dolphin Fitness Clubs, located in New York, is a premier gym that truly stands out for its friendly atmosphere and extensive facilities. Open 24/7, it's perfect for those looking to fit workouts into their busy schedules. Members appreciate the variety of machines and free weights, making it an ideal place for serious lifters and fitness enthusiasts alike. Recent renovations have improved many areas of the gym, adding modern equipment, while the large space ensures that members are rarely left waiting for machines.
Visitors frequently highlight the gym's cleanliness and the professionalism of the staff, particularly praising individuals like Tommy, who is known for his friendly demeanor and exceptional customer service. The sense of community at Dolphin Fitness fosters lasting friendships among members, making every visit feel welcoming and supportive.
While the gym has received some feedback regarding the need for improved cleaning schedules and locker room conditions, many members have expressed their satisfaction with how management is continually working to address these issues. The overall affordable pricing makes Dolphin Fitness an attractive choice for gym-goers in the Brooklyn area.
In summary, Dolphin Fitness Clubs offers:
- 24/7 access
- A wide range of machines and equipment
- Friendly and knowledgeable staff
- A strong sense of community
- Ongoing improvements and renovations
If you're in search of a gym that provides everything you need to achieve your fitness goals, Dolphin Fitness is definitely worth considering!
Dolphin Fitness Clubs: Opinions
Fantastic experience: Been a few years since I’ve been here, and unlike many gyms this gym got better. Friendly owners, big space with a lot of machines, and 24/7!
Hi Sergio - welcome back! We’re so glad m you’ve returned. The new equipment is just the tip of the iceberg - there’s lots to come in the near future! Thank you for the wonderful review!
Positive experience: Good GYM The worker,s are very friendly…
Hi Mohammad - thank you for the review! We’re glad that you are enjoying the club
Fantastic experience: Nice gym clean, organized. I've been there for 2 days and they were busy at afternoon to night time . Friendly management
Hi Elena - thank you so much for the 5-star review — we’re happy that you’re enjoying the gym!
Fantastic experience: Got back into training over a year ago and Dolphin answered all my questions from cleanliness, equipment, courteous service and knowledgeable staff. Truly feels like walking into the bar cheers “where everyone knows your name”! Keep up The good work Dolphin and thank you for being open 24hrs.
Thank you, Billy for the awesome review! We appreciate it having you as a member
Fantastic experience: Great gym and has a wide variety of machines and equipment. It's on the cheaper side and it's a steal when considering how much equipment they have. They have made some renovations recently and it is a huge improvement from what it looked like a few months ago. Also avoid going during peak hours.
Thank you for the 5-star review, Elijah! We appreciate it
Fantastic experience: Great GYM and facility overall . Brooklyn’s finest . Not everyday in Brooklyn and the fact that it works 24/7 is making it very comfortable for me . Proper allocation of the equipment and great staff
Hi Yella - thank you so much for the five-star review! Being open 24/7 allows our members to exercise at a time that’s most convenient to their schedule. We’re glad you’re enjoying your experience at the club
Negative experience: Got a wart from the dirty locker rooms. Be careful when changing in the lockers.
Hi Aaron - sorry to hear you may have had an unpleasant experience. Please email us at [email protected] and our General Manager will reach out.
Fantastic experience: The only 24 hour gym in NYC Great weights 7 benches Machines and free weights Affordable drinks Towels.and sportswear. Tom and Murray keep it super friendly and.professional. Get buff and have fun Affordable The place is totally AWESOME Join today. NILS DE VITA. a life long.member
Thank you for the 5-star review! We pride ourselves on being *truly* 24/7 Thank you!
Fantastic experience: Great gym, great equipment, great staff, also 24/7 which is great
Thank you, Anton, for the 5-star review! We appreciate it
Fantastic experience: The last 24/7 gym in all the land
Thank you for the 5-star review! We pride ourselves on being 24/7
Fantastic experience: Dolphin fitness is a great gym, the staff is so friendly and helpful, it's clean and the equipment is well maintained and updated
Thank you for the wonderful review, Lisa! We appreciate having you as a member
Fantastic experience: Dolphin Fitness is a great gym, with extremely convenient hours (24/7) and affordable prices. The staff at Dolphin Fitness are pro’s and work hard to foster and maintain the highest standards in a gym. They keep their members as a number one priority — providing a space that lets you get your best workout with a variety of machines in a clean, spacious environment. The recent upgrades and new equipment (hip thrust, new treadmills and spin bikes!!) are awesome. Dolphin Fitness is the best fitness community
Thank you, George for the 5-star review! We really appreciate it
Fantastic experience: For the past 3 decades Dolphin Fitness has been my go-to-gym for physical & mental well-being. As someone with a high stress job working out at Dolphin Fitness has been my saving grace helping me relieve all the tension & stress. To those who have left negative reviews it’s clear that they either haven’t experienced the gym first hand or are simply disgruntled members. The truth is Dolphin. Fitness is a top notch facility with impeccable cleanliness professional & attentive staff & highly knowledgeable trainers. Dolphin Fitness isn’t just good for the body it’s a place that nourishes the mind & soul as well.
Hi Maria — thank you so much for the 5-star review! Having you as a member has been a pleasure for us, and we appreciate the kind words! Thank you
Fantastic experience: Dolphin is a real gym that has an old school feel with the latest in exercise equipment and technology. The staff is knowledgeable and supportive and the trainers are great. The facilities are welcoming to all. From highly experienced gym goers to those that are just starting their fitness journey, I highly recommend Dolphin.
Thank you so much, Peter for the kind words and the 5-star review! We appreciate it ☺️
Fantastic experience: Dolphin is an amazing gym! The people that are trashing the gym are talking out of their hat. If you are considering a membership just stop by and see for yourself.
Thank you, Jim, for the 5-star review! And yes — most times, a tour is all it takes
Fantastic experience: Best place in the area to workout! Staff is friendly, facilities are clean and the equipment is up to date and always in working order ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hi Fallyn — thank you so much for the 5-star review, and the kind words! We appreciate it ☺️
Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to dolphin for the last 14 years & it’s the only gym in Brooklyn that has multiple of the same machines. Such as the leg press, most gyms have one leg press machine. Dolphin has several. The staff is always welcoming and greeting you with positive energy. The gym itself is actually improving as well. They have added several new pieces of equipment & have been updating the weights as well. I would recommend this gym to anyone especially if you’re a serious lifter who likes a variety of machines !
Thank you, Nick, for the 5-star review! We pride ourselves on the variety — and depth — of our equipment! We strive to make each member’s workout the best part of their day, and we appreciate having you as a member
Positive experience: A better well maintained HVAC system would save this gym from all the comments related to the smell of the place. It's gotta be like 80% humidity in there all times of year. Hard to exercise in that when you're fat and out of shape like me. ***Fans always seem to be on now bringing the temperature of the space down like 15 degrees and feels significantly better. Feels cleaner and they even got new barbells.
Fantastic experience: I have been a member of dolphin for almost 20 years, and love every minute of it! The cleaning staff works their tails off to keep the place clean and fresh , and the upgrades to the ladies restroom are amazing! Not sure why the person below wrote a review like that— maybe they r disgruntled ♀️! Anyway, Dolphin Fitness is THE BEST, shout out to Tommy and the rest of the staff!!
Thank you, Kanan, for such kind words, and for the five-star review! Members like you help make our fitness community the best in the area — THANK YOU!
Negative experience: I really wanted to love this gym. While I appreciate the facilities and equipment you offer, I wanted to bring to your attention some concerns regarding cleanliness and atmosphere that I believe need addressing. Upon entering the gym, I couldn't help but notice a strong odor of sweat, which was quite off-putting. Additionally, I observed that the overall cleanliness of the gym fell short of my expectations. There was noticeable dust accumulation in various areas, and I even witnessed a couple of individuals coughing near the workout machines, which may indicate poor air quality and hygiene standards. As someone who values maintaining a healthy and sanitary workout environment, these issues have made it difficult for me to fully enjoy my time at the gym. I believe that addressing these concerns would greatly enhance the experience for all members and potentially attract new ones. I would like to suggest implementing a more rigorous cleaning schedule, especially focusing on high-traffic areas and equipment. Additionally, improving ventilation and air quality measures could help alleviate the strong odors and promote a more pleasant atmosphere for everyone. I truly want to see your gym succeed, and I believe that by addressing these issues, you can create a space that members will enthusiastically recommend to others. Thank you for taking the time to consider my feedback, and I look forward to seeing positive changes in the near future.
STATEMENT FROM DOLPHIN FITNESS: Similar to other recent reviews, we cannot find this person’s name in our system, and cannot verify that they have been a member, nor a guest, nor have come in to tour the club. They have written just one review. As this is the third recent review under a fictitious name, we believe this is a concerted effort to harm our reviews & ratings. We place the utmost value on the cleanliness of our facility, have cleaning staff working 24-hours, and members have remarked *recently* about the cleanliness of the club. For those writing constant negative reviews — we kindly request that you email [email protected], and our General Manager will reach out to you to personally to address your concerns. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: I have been going to Dolphins for 18 years. I love this place . Management is great Tommy is accommodating and always friendly. It’s clean and safe I will be going here for the next 18 years ❤️
Hi Sue — thank you for the kind words! We appreciate having you as a member, and look forward to being your fitness home for the next 18 years (and many more!)
Fantastic experience: This gym is always clean and the staff is super friendly especially Tommy at the front desk! Years later and still a nice gym to come to!
Hi Dee — Thank you so much for the kind words! We appreciate you!
Fantastic experience: The best gym! It’s home
Thank you for the 5-star review, Rosalie! We appreciate having you as a member
Fantastic experience: Best gym for this price. Feels very authentic. Equipment is like from old movies, but in a good way. Everything clean, a lot of room and very friendly personal!
Thank you so much for the 5-star review — we really appreciate it; and we truly appreciate having you as a member!
Negative experience: As soon as I walk into this establishment I am greeted by a stench that was so unbearable. Their attempts to improve and clean the gym have been almost non existent except for a couple things. Their biggest issue is keeping the gym clean. There are multiple janitors but these efforts are not enough. They need a good deep cleaning. Dust on the celing and fans linger and it is very disgusting. Their machines get the job done but are very old and some machines people never use so why don’t they upgrade them? The men’s locker room is extremely small and during rush hour it is very crowded and it most definitely needs an upgrade. The dumbells are all out of place and people will take 2,3 sometimes even 4 machines at a time! For the price you pay it is definitely not worth it! I understand rent and labor costs but for this price it’s just not worth it.
Hi Joe - thank you for taking the time to write this review. We couldn’t find your name in our system, are you currently a member? We’d love to address your concerns with you. Kindly email us at [email protected], and our General Manager will reach out. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Exceptional customer service. Friendly members and heck of a workout atmosphere
Hi Jacqueline - thank you so much for the kind words and 5-star review! We really appreciate having you as a member
Negative experience: This place is the worst gym i ever been to. Small locker and outrageously stinky, one disgusting urinal and stall, and decade old equipment. The equipment is filled with germs and sweat and there are no paper towels to wipe it off. There are no pins for the equipment, as i mentioned, these machines are at least a decade old. No upgrades or new equipment, only a set of new ez curl bar weights. There is this particular big red ball and it is covered in filth. It has been in the same spot forever. collecting dust and all types of bacteria. The equipment is breaking every other week, really. Paying at almost 180 for 3 months, switching from the $70 a month, I don’t know how these guys cannot afford upgrades for the gym. No wonder why all there other clubs closed. The people at the front desk are always convincing you to switch to the more priced plans. I still had at least a month left before my 3 month plan expired. They called me asking me to upgrade to the 6 months plan. All they care about is grabbing your money. The people who workout there also are complete douchebags. Everyone has a huge ego and taking up multiple equipment at once. Complete waste of money. Way better gyms in brooklyn for similar and cheaper prices.( Harbor fitness and crunch fitness).
Hi John - thank you for taking the time to voice your concerns. We couldn’t find your name in our system, are you sure you’re currently a member? While we appreciate your feedback, we’d like to mention that renovations at the club — from the front hallway to the restrooms — are underway and have been applauded by our members. We have round-the-clock cleaning staff, and an equipment maintenance team with over 20 years experience. Unlike other clubs, equipment doesn’t stay broken for weeks at a time. Over the last few months, we’ve added a plethora of new equipment. In addition to the new EZ Curl bars you mentioned, we’ve also added a new hip thrust machine, a new belt squat machine, a new reverse hyper glute machine, a new rowing machine, as well as new step mills, ellipticals, spin bikes and many dumbbell benches — with more new equipment on the way. While we understand you may be frustrated with your experience, we feel it’s important to be honest in your review, and we kindly ask that you not degrade our members. Our pricing is not just competitive; it’s also the most reasonable pricing in the area. If you’d still like to talk about membership pricing or your other concerns about the gym, please email us at [email protected], and our General Manager will help find a suitable solution to your concerns. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff and its 100% better than planet fitness, stays 24/7 open which is nice and it's not poor in equipment.
Hi - thank you for the 5-star review! We pride ourselves on the breadth and variety of our equipment, as well as being *truly* 24/7. We appreciate your membership!
Negative experience: How can a processing fee be $20?
Hi Zhasmin — our prices remain amongst the most competitive in the area, and our pricing structure has been in place for many years. Please email management at [email protected] if you have any further questions. Thank you.
Positive experience: Good old gym, nothing crazy been going here for 3 years and one of the best things is, is that it’s 24/hours only closes for major holidays otherwise its 365/24hr/52weeks!
Thank you for the kind review! We pride ourselves on being *truly* 24/7! (We’re even open the majority of the day on major holidays ). Appreciate having you as a member
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym! Been going for 4+ years !
Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Lilian! We appreciate having you as a member
Fantastic experience: Best valued gym in Brooklyn. 24/7 and all sorts of machines, it's paradise
Thank you, Luis, for the wonderful review! We appreciate the 5-star review, and we appreciate having you as a member!
Fantastic experience: It's a good gym!
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We appreciate it
Fantastic experience: I been a member for over 20 years and this is the best gym they have something for everyone here so many machines and cardio equipment to choose from. The staff is super nice, Some of the best trainers here, Diego and Luis always keep the gym so clean and not to mention the best members at dolphin everyone feels like family here. If you are looking for a really good gym to join dolphin fitness is the best.
Thank you SO much for the wonderful review! We really appreciate having you as a member, and are thrilled to have had the honor of being a part your fitness journey ☺️. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: From the staff to the members Dolphins is the best gym around. Theres no waiting for a machine or treadmill, there is a large variety of cable machines and cardio equipment ! No waiting or putting a time limit on your workout ! The staff is super friendly and knows each member by name ! My whole family belongs to this gym ! One of the best perks , 24 hour fitness !!’ It never closes !!!! Also special shout out to Murray who is always at the gym making sure things are in place and running smooth!
Pina, thank you SO much for the wonderful review, and your kind comments about the club. While we strive everyday to keep the club up to the highest standards, it’s because of members like YOU that we have such a solid foundation. Thank you for being such an amazing member and friend to the Dolphin Fitness community. We appreciate you and your entire family, and are grateful to have you as members
Fantastic experience: Over the many years I've been a member at Dolphin Fitness, Tommy at the front desk has consistently been a beacon of positivity and exceptional service. His enduring kindness, unwavering positive attitude, and ever-present smile have made every visit a pleasure. Tommy goes above and beyond to assist with anything I need, making me feel truly valued as a member. His dedication to providing outstanding customer service over the years is commendable and sets a high standard for excellence. Thank you, Tommy, for your consistent warmth and assistance—it's truly appreciated! Katie Velt
Hi Katie — thank you SO much for the kind words. We really appreciate them, and we appreciate having you as a member. Thank you! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Great workout environment and 24 hours schedule is perfect
Thank you Emmanuel, for the 5-star review! We appreciate having you as part of our community! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Been going here for 1.5 years now. Overall this gym has the main essentials for a solid workout with a reasonable price and amazing hours. Sharing some detailed insights below to help you determine if it's the right fit for you: It's a retro gym with a good deal of heavy lifters. This gym has loads of free weights (including extremely heavy weights), squat racks, cables, and cardio machines. It has a small mat section for abs and stretching, and an open space for boxing and HIIT workouts, but this gym is not made for cross fit training or any training that requires a lot of open space. The mat section has medicine balls, and you can get kettlebells by asking the front desk. People also occasionally ask for ropes, but the space isn't really meant for it. It can get crowded after 4pm so I recommend coming in the morning if you like more space. The good news is that it rarely gets crowded to the point where you'd have to ask someone to share a machine because there's endless weights/machine to go around. The staff are very kind and welcoming and keep the place clean. It is an old-school Brooklyn gym, so don't expect to see the modern/colorful interior that big gym chains have. This doesn't bother me but I figured it's important to note in case it matters to you. I use to go to Planet Fitness before and although this gym looks older, the abundance of equipment makes up for it 100x. There seems to be a strong community between the members at the gym, so if you like staying motivated with others, this gym is an easy place to meet like-minded individuals. But if you're anything like me, I'm quite independent when it comes to working out so I never engage with the people. NOTES FOR THE WOMEN: 1) Most of the members at this gym are men. I see MAYBE 1-2 other females around me. Generally, the men are nice, but some of them can't help but look at the women. I recommend visiting during morning/early afternoon if you prefer to avoid that as there's way less people earlier in the day. 2) I find that some machines are not petite friendly so sometimes I have to stretch to reach the handle or push the leg press further to put it back in place. If you're short and find that it's hard to adjust the machine to your size, don't worry–it's not you, it's the machine. Just be aware of this so you don't break your back trying. I recommend trying another machine or opt for free weights and cables to avoid the problem altogether. Hopefully, my insights are helpful! Feel free to visit the gym to see for yourself. The place is bigger than what it feels like in the pictures.
Hi Annie - thank you so much for the thoughtful review! Our fitness community is what makes us who we are :) We truly appreciate having you as our member. - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Great gym great staff, Tommy wonderful guy highly recommend for people looking to pump iron!!
Thank you for the 5-Star review, Mike! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: I've proudly been a member of Dolphins Gym for over 20 years, and it has been an incredible journey of fitness and well-being. One of the key reasons for my long-standing commitment is the gym's dedication to maintaining state-of-the-art equipment. The machines are not only cutting-edge but are consistently well-maintained, ensuring a top-notch workout experience. My six-day-a-week routine at the gym has been nothing short of effective, thanks to the diverse range of fitness equipment available. What sets Dolphins Gym apart is not just the variety of machines but the daily commitment of the staff to keep everything impeccably clean. Their diligence ensures a hygienic and safe workout environment, something I truly appreciate. Sanitizer, disinfectant sprays, and paper towels are available and in reach throughout the whole gym to ensure cleanliness. Beyond the equipment and facilities, Dolphins Gym boasts a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The manager and staff are genuinely committed to creating an environment where members feel valued and supported in their fitness journeys. This commitment extends beyond just a professional approach; there's a palpable sense of community that has flourished over the years. What makes Dolphins Gym truly special for me is the lasting friendships I've built within this community. It's not just a place to work out; it's a place where connections are forged, and like-minded individuals come together to support each other in their fitness goals. In my two decades at Dolphins Gym, I've not only witnessed the commitment to excellence in equipment and facilities but have also experienced firsthand the warmth and camaraderie that make this gym more than just a place to exercise. It's a home away from home, and I'm grateful to be a part of this incredible fitness family.
Thank you so much, Diana, for the thoughtful review! Having you as a member is a highlight of our fitness community. We strive our hardest to make our facility the best in the area, and having strong community bonds -- and members like you -- makes it all worthwhile. Thank you, Diana! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: This is a great gym!! I’ve been going here for quite a while and it’s definitely improved, great customer service, great people, Dolphins got the best guy in the front! Shout out to Tommy!! But overall an awesome gym, great equipment!
Thank you, Jessica, for the wonderful review! We appreciate having you as a member! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: I’ve been a member for a long time, I have no complaints. This gym is my number one top favorite, it has so many machines you are never waiting for one ! And it is 24/7 you do not find that anywhere !!! I’ve tried many gyms and this is the only one I’ve ever stayed with !
Thank you for the awesome review, Theresa! You + your family are pillars of our fitness community :) - Dolphin Fitness
Negative experience: They closed there location in 86 and 4 . I Had about a year membership . They never refund my money back smh ♀️ scam me completely. They would harass you 1 month before your membership would expire not only that told me to mail the contract back to them I never hear back from them . What a shame no wander why they are closing there location .
Fantastic experience: One of the best gym
Thank you Kristie for the 5-Star Review! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: This used to be my dad's gym and then it became mine. I’ve been coming here for years. It’s 24 hours which is super convenient, the staff is friendly and treats you like family, and it’s just overall a very reliable gym. Even on busy days/hrs, the gym has a variety of equipment and is spacious enough to get a good workout in. Love Dolphin❤️
Thank you, Andrea, for the wonderful review! You hit on all the key points! We're truly 24/7, and we strive to foster a community atmosphere. Thank you! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Been a member of Dolphin for years, the fees are good , the staff is professional & friendly and they are always getting new equipment as well as maintaining the existing equipment to keep them in working condition.
Thank you for the 5-Star review, Al! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: This gym is for whoever that is serious about their fitness goals. I've been a member here for almost 15 years and it has been opened 24/7 ever since.
Thank you William for the 5-Star review! We appreciate it! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: very nice gym, great equipment, very good personal trainers and very nice staff. This gym is great, and who ever don’t like it stay home and keep getting fat.
Thank you Boris for your long-time membership! We truly appreciate it! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Have been a member at Dolphin for over 2 years the staff is always kind and friendly. They are open 24 hours a day everyday except holidays when they have holiday hours. Some of the equipment is a bit old but they have every machine you could need and not just one of them but multiple. There music choice might be a little out of date but that’s why I bring headphones lol, I always get a good work out in Dolphin I have been a member at many gyms and I find dolphin to be the best in Brooklyn it’s definitely not the fanciest but it provides everything you need to get a good workout. Highly recommended
Thank you for the 5-Star review, Patrick! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Great club has everything you need to get that summer body ready I definitely would highly recommend this gum to anyone in the area,
Thank you for the 5-Star review! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Been going here 10+ years best gym in brooklyn
Hi Nicholas - thank you so much for the 5-star review and for being a long-time member! We appreciate it :) - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: The best gym! With so many machines!!
Thank you for the kind words, Gabriela!! We really appreciate it :)
Fantastic experience: Been a member almost 20 years. Never had any issues. Staff are very friendly. Plenty of machines to choose from. Being the only 24hr gym around(Monday-Sunday) is a home run.
Thank you Matt for the five-star review, and your continued membership! We really appreciate it!
Negative experience: I made the mistake of rejoining this club for a yearly membership last month even though my membership was not over yet. The petty monitors at the front will screech @ you and beg you to rejoin months before your time is up. Yes they are that desperate and pathetic. Due to a number of reasons, I would like a full refund. I will no longer be attending Dolphin Fitness for my workouts. I am no longer comfortable working out there and each year I find my workouts at this club less and less enjoyable. My decision is based on a number of reasons. 1. I am tired of dealing with the minefield of overly crowded equipment on the workout floor from Dolphin's other previously closed down clubs. It's not only an eyesore but it's also probably a fire hazard and increasingly more dangerous. My bruised up shins are the proof. 2. The men's locker room is just as filthy, gross, unappealing and inconvenient as it's always been there are always gnats flying all over the one urinal in the entire gym. It's tiny, crammed and uncomfortable. Given the fact that it hasn't changed at all in the 15 years that I've been a member, other than a couple of new lightbulbs that have recently been installed. Bravo. 3. The consistently abysmal attitude from half of the cleaning staff is annoying. I shouldn't pay to deal with attitudes from miserable people. 4. The increasingly inept decision making from the management is concerning. There have also been more and more instances of management siding with increasingly troublemaking personal trainers who are always starting fights with members over equipment. The gym is overcrowded and inconvenient but the management will always side with the trainers because it brings money to the club. 5. Dolphin fitness clubs is clearly a dying brand. All other DF clubs are closed down, probably for good reason. This last ditch effort to renovate the last DFC to try to make it look like something other than an old bowling alley with decades old weight equipment strewn all over the floor is laughable. They will most likely be out of business entirely soon as all their other locations are long gone. You really take your chances joining. Stay far away from this garbage club. There are plenty of options better than this terrible establishment.
Negative experience: Awesome place and awesome people however its NOT clean. This place needs deep cleaning
Hi Wookie -- we appreciate your comment. We have maintenance people working 22 of 24 hours per day, and strive to keep the club as clean as we can. - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Good equipment
Thank you for the five-star review, we are happy that you are enjoying the club!
Negative experience: I used to be a member of this gym last year, and it was alright. For the price and 24 hour time frame it fit well for me. I came into sign up again and checked the price on their website, $40 dollars no other fees, great! I came in a told the I would like to do a month to month as this was going to be a second membership and wanted to test out how the commute and everything would work for me as I don’t live on this I side do Brooklyn anymore. The man at the front desk told there is actually a processing fee of 20 dollars, whatever if it’s a 1 time fee then it’s cool. I was then informed it’s actually recurring monthly, making the effective monthly fee of 67 dollars. I told them that it wouldn’t work for me as I have a gym right next to my parents place for 70 a month and this is a 20 minute drive for me. He then try to explain to me if I paid 100+ upfront then it would be 22.99 a month, and we did the math. And this is where I felt swindled and why I’m leaving the 1 star. I explained to him earlier im trying to do a month to month and see how this location fits for me, and so I thought we were on the same page about being month to month. So I read back what he just said about the 100 upfront and 22.99 month to month and he tried to sneak in no it’s actually a year commitment even after $100+ up front The fact that I was already a Member of the gym in the past and try to get me to pay an initiation fee, 2) lie about the pricing( if it’s 67 a month say it’s 67 a month, don’t try to hide 1/3 of it as a “processing fee” that is recurring monthly. 3) I felt like was 1 being sold but being sold with deceit and not full transparency, made me leave this 1 star. Like I said I’ve been to this gym in the past, in my opinion it’s not worth close to 70 a month unless you are hyper local and don’t have a car to go to another gym as the area doesn’t have many options for a gym.
Hi Nasser - we apologize for the misunderstanding. The gentleman you were speaking with has been working with us over 20+ years, and this may have just been a misunderstanding. We strive to keep our pricing as fair, transparent, and as competitive as possible - our members are our first priority. Please email us at [email protected] so we can help remedy your concerns, and - hopefully - bring you back to the club. Thank you.
Positive experience: You get 4 stars when you put another bounty dispenser on the other side of the gym.
Fantastic experience: Great place to work out
Joel Thank you for the 5 star review. We are very happy that you think Dolphin Fitness is a great place and we hope that you continue to feel that way for many years!
Fantastic experience: All the negative reviews are tripping. This the best gym I’ve been to. Been a member for nearly 3 years, the atmosphere here is completely different to anything else. Plus, the staff is all friendly, I’ve developed a great relationship with Murray and Tommy, as well as other gym goers. Awesome place with awesome people.
Thank you so much Nitti, for the wonderful review! We appreciate having you as a member! - Dolphin Fitness
Positive experience: Definitely can get the job done,I'll come again when I don't feel like going to my home gym
Thank you, Toby -- can't wait to welcome you back! - Dolphin Fitness
Negative experience: When I walked in I was getting bad mouthed by the guy at the front desk. I ask for a week pass and he just gives me attitude. That old Asian guy should watch his mouth.
Negative experience: Roaches crawling in the lockers. Very dirty and tiny locker room.
Hi Tom - we apologize if you had a less-than-stellar experience. We have round-the-clock maintenance crews working to keep our club up-to-date. Please reach out [email protected] if you'd like to discuss further.
Fantastic experience: Great gym
Thank you nestan for the 5 stars. We are very happy that you like the gym! If you ever have any questions o suggestions please feel free to email us at [email protected]
Fantastic experience: Great gym. Great people!
Thank you Alfred. We really appreciate the 5 star review and are very glad that you think Dolphin is a great gym. If you ever have any questions or suggestions please feel free to email us at [email protected]
Negative experience: This gym is so filthy. It has great equipment for weight lifting, albeit extremely outdated, but if it wasn't a Staph infection waiting to happen, I wouldn't have canceled my membership. The women's locker room has 2 dirty stalls, 1 sink, and wait until you see the lockers from 1985. The fan on the ceiling hasn't been dusted in years. There's 3 layers of black gunk/dirt on it blowing allergens and who knows what else on members. There is no paper towel around the gym so you can't wipe anything down to protect yourself unless you walk back and forth to the only dispenser by the front desk or carry a huge wad with you like a hobo. Here's a photo of the filthy exercise ball that never gets cleaned. You could scrape the dirt off of it. They NEVER fix any of these issues, just give you empty promises. They really should be shut down by the NY Hygiene dept to be honest.
Fantastic experience: I like this place, it has simple workout equipment and free weights, that's all I need. There's plenty of weights and equipment, so there's no waiting around. It's a great place to get in some exercise, for me anyway.
Thank you, Manny for the five-star review! We really appreciate having you as a member! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: A lot of equipment at a decent price, used a guest pass for a week and was very happy with my experience (note: I mainly lift vs use cardio machines)
Thank you, Phillip for the five-star review! We really appreciate having you as a member! - Dolphin Fitness
Fantastic experience: Affordable, clean, friendly atmosphere gym. Best around the neighborhood.
Thank you, Jake for the five-star review! We really appreciate having you as a member! - Dolphin Fitness
Positive experience: This is the Official Brooklyn Gym!Very big place,Lots of machines to chose from,Free weights have a great grip on them,And every section is separated for better workouts!
Thank you, Emroosh for the wonderful review! We really appreciate having you as a member! - Dolphin Fitness
Negative experience: How in God's green earth is this location still open? Seems like it has the same run down equipment as a decade ago. Murray still is the manager. Bet he is as dumb as he was then. Yet people still go here? Why? This gym is a total waste. I bet they still have you pay full price for a yearly membership. Then 3 months later try to pester you into paying fir 3 more months. Nope I don't miss this gym not one bit.
Fantastic experience: Open 24 hours 7 days a week so it doesn't give me mentally an excuse not to work out.
We are glad that the 24/7 works for you. We thank you for the 5 star review and hope that you continue to enjoy the gym.
Fantastic experience: Love this gym! Everyone who works here and works out here makes you feel welcome. They have pretty much every machine you could think of, Tons of free weights, and the most squat racks and bench presses you will ever see in any gym. The staff does a great job keeping the area clean and clear. The thing I love most about this gym is that it’s 24 hours. So I can gym at anytime, working around my schedule vs. having to adjust my schedule to the gyms hours.
Samantha- Thank you so much for the kind words and the 5 star review. We are real happy that you love the gym. The staff works real hard to acheive all the things that you mentioned and will be glad to hear that you feel the way you do. If you ever have any questions or suggestions please feel free to email [email protected].
Negative experience: Used to be a member here, wanted to come back now, checked the prices online and voila - they've doubled the prices...even though I loved the place I'm not paying that much...Good Luck!
GT we are glad to hear you loved the place and want to come back. The prices definitely haven't doubled. Please email [email protected] and someone will go over all the rates with you . Thank you
Fantastic experience: how much does a subscriber cost per month
Fantastic experience: All these "bad reviews" are tripping, I recently started working out here from planet fitness because PF decided to close their gyms at 11pm what a shame. But Dolphin is by far better gym, at no point of day you'll have to wait for your turn to use any equipment or barbells/dumbells. Definitely worth it.
Thank you so much for the kind review! We really appreciate having you as a member!
Fantastic experience: Best gym in Brooklyn best employers clean fun great new machines thanks for making my work out experience 5 stars
Steven Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We are very happy to hear that you are enjoying the gym as much as you are. We are always trying to get better so If you ever have any concerns or suggestions please feel free to email [email protected]
Fantastic experience: Has everything needed to get the best work out. Even if the gym is packed there is more then enough gear to get a full work out in..
Thank you Douglas for the great review! We are very glad to hear that you are happy with the gym. If you ever have any suggestions or questions for us please email [email protected]
Fantastic experience: This is the great place for your muscles, clean and not so crowded
Hello Ivan Thank you for 5 star review. We are very glad that you are so happy here. If you ever have any suggestions or concerns please feel free to email [email protected]
Fantastic experience: I joined about a month ago after being a member at the Ballys\24 hour fitness up the block. After being frustrated every day i went in i decided to get a guest pass at Dolphin. I was so angry with myself for not going here in the first place. They have so much equipment it's amazing. It is no frills but I'm there to workout not get free pizza. Great place if you're serious about putting work in, if you're not serious do is all a favor and go to planet fitness.
Fantastic experience: I like the gym the staff is bad but I don't care, I'm not there to socialize with the staff of the gym as long as they take care of the gym keep it clean and don't bother me I would care less about the staff. I pay my money to go there not get bothered and have a good work out and that's what I get everyday. The members of the gym are really friendly and nice and well mannered. The only bad thing about the gym is the staff everything else is perfect.
Fantastic experience: Good place clean
Fantastic experience: One of the best or the best gym in Bensonhurst neighbourhood the staff is amazing always take care of everyone very respectful Tommy is great handling everything .
Fantastic experience: Best gym in brooklyn baby!!
Fantastic experience: Very nice gym,has a lot of equipment and lots of space.
Fantastic experience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ There should be a 10 star to rate bc you can’t find a better gym then this
Assad thank you so much for the great review! We are very happy that you are enjoying the gym and really hope you continue to do so.
Fantastic experience: Best gym out there! Best trainer Kimo Smak! Great environment!
Thank you for the 5-Star review! - DolphinFitnessClubs.com
Fantastic experience: Great fitness club, unbelievable amount of equipment, good crowd and excellent staff.
Thank you for the kind review! We appreciate having you as a member - DolphinFitnessClubs.com
Fantastic experience: Great people. The best gym.
Hi Concetta, thank you for the wonderful review! We appreciate it - DolphinFitnessClubs.com
Fantastic experience: Fairly priced gym with machines you cant find anywhere else. Something for everyone.
Positive experience: it’s a serious gym and you get what you pay for. there’s like 8 squat racks, 6 bench presses and 3 smith machines which means no waiting around unlike other gyms in the area (*cough* blink fitness). downside is that a lot of the equipment is rusty and they keep WD-40 around cause you’ll def need it for the cable machines. there’s just a TON of equipment but any names or instructions for them have long deteriorated so it’s a pain to figure out what some of them do. the staff are great especially Kristine and tommy. regarding the members, it’s usually a sausage party here and everyone keeps to themselves although some men need to learn how to aim cause locker room smells like piss half the time. overall great gym and has everything you’ll ever need at an affordable price
Thank you William for the thoughtful review! We appreciate having you as a member!
Negative experience: I went in there to check it out to see maybe to join but upon my arrival I looked at the freeways and it was unbelievably old free weights the waist look like they came from somebody's backyard if you look on a size and see some of the free weights it's all chipped it up very old the machines are okay but the free weights this gym need to step up their game and invest on buying some new free weights and stop using Grandpa's free weights I was terribly disappointed and not enough Elbow Room just keeping it real
Hi Darrell, we're sorry to hear that you had a less-than-stellar experience at our club. Please email us at [email protected] to discuss further.
Fantastic experience: Murray the owner is great as well as David and staff. Only complaint is when the machine is occupied by people not using the machine- cellphone browsing is the norm. Or a dumbbell bench is a receptacle for personal effects. Otherwise unlimited amount of machines for every body part.
Peter Thank you so much for the 5 star review. We really appreciate you being a member and also for your input. If you'd like to discuss your concerns please email [email protected].
Fantastic experience: I like after midnight
Fantastic experience: I love enjoying workouts here, All staff is friendly! Come and join this gym! You won't regret it. There have entirely machines for all men and women, I went to this gym for a couples of weeks, as long as you come here to workout! Nobody would bother you here! It's can build up your confidence in this gym
Thank you Liu for the kind words we really appreciate them. We are so glad that you enjoy the club. If there's Anything we can do for you moving forward please let us know. Thank you
Negative experience: Dolphin Fitness, hereafter named Dolphin Fakeness, does not honor their own website. They just refused a free 3 day pass they advertise and asked for $20 for one day pass. Of course that’s ridiculous so I left immediately… I wonder how much everything really costs when all the information is fake?
Hi Jay - we strive to maintain fair, transparent, and competitive pricing at all times - our members are always our first priority. Please email us at [email protected] to discuss further.
Fantastic experience: Great time great gym
Fantastic experience: Love this place the true old school gym like no other and Andy and Muarry are awesome people...
Thank you Cesar for the kind words and the 5 star review. Glad you enjoy the gym and thanks for being part of the family!
Fantastic experience: Murry and Tommy make this place not just a gym but a place to call home. There is no gym I have every been in that had such a plethora of weights, benchs, machines, tread mills, bicycles, punching bags, strecth rooms and more. They have affordable refreshments, protein drinks and towels. The price is rather affordable, 24 hours and not that crowded. I make friends here and I get an amazing work out. Nils
Nils Thank you for the kind words and the 5 star review. . We really appreciate having you here and are glad you are enjoying the club.
Fantastic experience: It's great to see you guys back open. While our mayor and governor of NYC could have had it opened a month sooner. Close to home, very convenient.
Thank you for the kind review! We appreciate it - DolphinFitnessClubs.com
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