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University of Alberta Gym
Category: Active Life Fitness & Instruction Gyms Gyms [Edit]
8900 114 StEdmonton, AB T6G 2R3
(780) 492-4435
4 reviews for University of Alberta Gym
4 reviews in English
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Review from Jacqueline S.
Edmonton, AB
6/6/2011
I started going to the U of A gym (officially the Fitness & Lifestyle Centre) as an undergrad since it was included in my tuition fees. I enjoyed it, and the price was right, but I don't see why anyone who isn't a student or working on campus would come here.
For starters, the gym is quite small given the size of the population it serves. As a result, it's usually pretty busy. I never did manage to figure out the best times to go during the school year, but the summer is definitely quieter.
They have at least one of most kinds of equipment, and if you're a bit flexible and patient, you can usually get in your whole workout.Listed in: Get Sweaty
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Review from Lauren N.
10/27/2008 4 photos
I used to come here during first year of university, back when my membership was free. It's nice to have somewhere to go when you need to work off some steam from pouring over too many books. Anyway, my boyfriend comes here to work out now, but I don't join him because I prefer the luxury of the brand new facilities at the downtown YMCA gym.
The U of A gym is alright, but kind of small in my opinion. They have a lot of weights equipment, but their cardio equipment is dismal. The cardio machines are located up the stairs in the main workout area. They have treadmills and ellipticals, but not that many so you'll often have to wait for one. If it's busy, you can't stay on it for too long, and sometimes there's a waiting list.
The weights are on the lower level right in front of the cardio, so you can check out people when they're lifting weights, if you're on a treadmill. It's kind of funny sometimes, watching some guys flex and admire their muscles. The resistance equipment is also on the lower level with the weights, but again, there's not very much to work with. Pretty much there's about only one machine for every muscle group. I guess that's not too bad.
They have a couple of additional rooms for weight-lifters, one attached to the main gym and one further down the hall. I don't know why they have so many rooms for weight-lifting. They should put in a pilates/yoga room or something. Another thing I don't like about this gym is that they usually play typical Top 40 music from the radio on the speakers. I prefer having a quiet gym so that anyone who wants music can just bring their own, rather than being forced to listen to something generic. -
Review from Jack G.
Edmonton, AB
1/21/2010
The U of A gym is ok. It is pretty small and you would expect it to be much bigger given the size of the university. They do have a large amount weights and not enough cardio equipment.
The gym is kept clean but for some reason I don't trust it. I heard some stories from a while ago of it not being so clean, don't want to go into details, so that has always been in my mind.
If you were comparing gyms between universities, Alberta and Grant MacEwan, I would give the edge to Grant MacEwan University. -
Review from Paula K.
10/9/2008
The U of A is the gym of choice for one friend of mine. I decided to go along one day to get a workout experience, and enjoyed the huge selection of equipment. I tried a few of the weight machines and free weights, but if I go back I think I will simply chill out on one of the stationary bikes -- a popular choice for many. The drop-in fees are reasonable, but if you plan on going often it is more cost-effective to get a membership. You don't have to be a U of A student or staff member. People of all ages were working out - and as it was a Saturday afternoon, there were indeed quite a few people. The changing rooms were clean and well-maintained. The U of A is conveniently located along several major bus routes and the LRT - parking is not free here, so something to consider.
