The following points must be taken into         consideration when evaluating/joining a gym:

 

Cost - does it represent good value for money?

 

Staff/instructor - are they knowledgeable and do they practice what they preach, are they visible & helpful, do they answer my question properly?

 

Cleanliness - is the gym including changing areas hygienic? how clean is other facilities?

 

Equipment - is there enough in peak hours, is it any good (brand) i.e. do the dumbbells go to at least 100lbs,what is maintenance state?

 

Peak times - is it crowded or just right?

 

Atmosphere - is it good or are you surprised if someone says hello to you?

 

Security - is there a car park, what about lockers for your clothing and other valuables, is gym responsible for same? Etc?

 

Changing rooms - are there any, are the showers powerful and hot?

 

 

Opening hours - what are they, does it open early and close late, is it open 7 days a week?

 

References - do you heard about this gym or has anybody recommended this gym?

 

Accessibility from your house-how far is this fitness center for you?

 

Emergency- is they equip with emergency plan (like CPR)? Do they have in house medical service?

 

Personalized attention- do they offer personalized training in their premises? Do I have to pay extra for it?

 

Time availability to you.-do they have separate ladies timings?

 

Music- how loud is there music? Do they play fast tracks?

 

Rent/ownership – is that place belonging to gym owner? If not do they have any plan to shift that fitness center in near future?

 

 

Other amenities - does the gym have a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, massage, swimming pool, squash court, tennis court, indoor running track, sports shop (do they sell supplements, clothing etc.), aerobics hall, martial arts, climbing wall etc.