Kennedy Club Fitness at 3534 El Camino Real, Atascadero, California.

So I have been a member before about 10 years ago and decided to re-join. The front desk staff is great, in fact the majority of the staff is really nice. Everyone makes time for a little small talk to see how you are. The days I go I only use the cardio equipment, weights, and racquetball courts. I would give it 5 stars but there are just some small issues.

The weight rooms are in 3 different locations on two different levels. The bikes for cardio are really close together. The treadmills are a bit beat up, but that's to be expected. One thing that bothers me, but I am not sure how they would fix it, is that the racquetball courts have an extreme dip in the foundation at the front. This causes a massive gap between the floor and the front wall. But this isn't something that will even be noticed by 90% of the members.

Other members are really nice. You have people that range from all ages and levels of fitness and none of them make you feel unwelcome. So if you're concerned you wont fit in for any reason you don't need to worry about that at all.

They have really awkward deals for the amenities. For example, towel rental is either $2 for a single use or $80 for a year up front. There is no middle ground. Same with Hydro Massage, it's either one month or 6. I get that it's appeal is to keep you joined as a member but it kind of sucks if you're uncertain about future events that could hinder membership. It would be nice if the business model had slightly more options.

Trainers seem great. I haven't used one in an actual session yet but they've always given really insightful advice that helped a ton. They have trainers that specialize in all ages, therapies, and intensity. Just do your health assessment and they'll match you accordingly. Haven't used the pools but they are both almost completely full all the time so I would assume they are pretty good too. Out door track seems popular for intense workouts with the weight sled and the free weight areas are really good.

All in all I totally recommend joining. The price is a little steep, but it's worth it overall. They do have an option where you can either have access to all Kennedy gyms or just the one of your choice. You have a great staff, access to anything you could need, personal trainers and group classes, and nights for specific events like Volleyball or Rock Climbing where you get to meet other members. The only thing stopping a 5 star review is that some of the equipment is run down, too close together but not in the same areas, and the prices of some things.

Hoped this help with anyone on the rope of whether they should join or not. Do it!