Pulse Health & Fitness

This place closed earlier this year. I understand that they are going through an ownership change. Maybe they’ll reopen as Pulse or maybe the name will change. I’ll let you know.

Not many people are probably aware of this gym as it is located in the Appletree Business mall/​park. I personally decided to go to this gym as it is a hop skip and a jump from my job. A big change of pace from going to Bally’s was my first thought. It is much smaller and being located in the business park provides this gym with ample parking, but takes away from its ability to remain open past mall hours. This however didn’t affect me, as I often go directly after work. The hours are M-​T 6a-​9p, F 6a-​8p, Sa 7−4p and Sundays 7a-​3p. They are a holistic inspired fitness group which offers chiropractic care, massage therapy, saunas, and reflexology. There are also group classes but the options are limited to zumba, aerobics, Pilates and a variety of strength training/​toning workouts — (I say limited because I came from a gym that offered a laundry list of classes). I haven’t figured out if there is an associated dance company — but there is a dance studio in this gym as well where the classes are held. The trainers are very friendly and helpful and you’ll find that the «regulars» aren’t your typical meat-​heads. At first I was concerned with the size of this place but I’ve quickly grown to really enjoy going to this gym as I’ve never ever had a problem waiting for a machine, in fact you will probably never find more than 20 people roaming around. I’m the type that generally likes to be left alone while working out so that’s a huge plus for me! Another bonus includes being able to «pay as I use» — they only charge me the monthly fee if I go once in that month. That’s a great feature in my opinion. The bathrooms and locker rooms are very clean which is a huge upgrade from the filth at Bally’s. They provide towels and you will notice most everyone who works out here is wiping each machine as they go. Saves me the yearly cold I could easily obtain like a child at a daycare.
They’ve also recently opened a juice bar that offers protein shakes, bars and fruit.
Overall I’m having a great experience here and they have everything you need to get a good workout in and be home in time for dinner — or out to enjoy a new place you’ll be reviewing the next day :)