Snap Fitness Glenwood

Staff at Glenwood rocks!
Jon and Landon are great guys. Keep the place super clean and are very helpful.
Owners are also involved on guest feedback which is great.

I had a snap membership for quite sometime. I love the hours. I used to work crazy hours so I could always find a time to go with them being open 24 hours. It was never too crowded whenever I went. I wish they offered more classes.

I’m a bodybuilder, so I am very picky when it comes to gyms. This is by far one of the best gyms in Atlanta. Most 24 hour gyms lack the advanced equipment advanced and intermediate lifters need, but this gym pretty much has the essentials and then some. I normally go late at night around 9pm-​1am, and safety is never an issue. You can park your car outside and workout without worrying that it will get broken into.
The cardio equipment is one of the best as well. They have way more than the basic elliptical and treadmills. Also, the people who go there are a good mix of fitness levels and everyone has pretty good gym etiquette. You never really have to worry about people wasting time and hogging machines.
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I would consider myself at an intermediate fitness level. For me, this gym is fantastic. It’s a very large location and has all the machines and weights I need. I go early in the mornings and feel very safe even when there are not a lot of people around. It’s a non-​threatening environment with people of all levels and shapes and sizes attending. The trainers are friendly and helpful. The only downfall I’ve seen is that they don’t have a shower, but I don’t think any Snap locations do. I would highly suggest checking it out!

I was a member here a few years back and it’s a decent gym but you should beware of the management. I terminated my membership in 2010 and just recently received a collection agency notice stating that I had not properly terminated my membership. Now they are coming after me 4 years later for a $ 54 termination fee. The gym business has a reputation as an unsavory industry but this is a new low. I tried to contact the gym to discuss /​dispute this but of course there is never anyone of authority available when I call. When I ask how to get in touch with the owner, they give a generic email address. Stay away from this place.

I was soooo in love with this gym the moment I saw it. I’ve been actively attending this location for the past month and it is great. The staff is friendly and helpful (people who have worked with the trainers seem impressed and happy); the machinery is well kept and abundant; there are 3 bathrooms and even some boxing equipment.
I’m not very consistent with the times that I visit the gym but every time that I’ve gone (between 9 am –11pm) I’ve never felt overwhelmed by the number of people. There have always been plenty of equipment to use and enough space for the use of free weighed equipment.
Additionally, the gym is located in a beautiful, safe neighborhood, although I’ve heard about a few break-​ins in the area but I’m not sure about the validity of the rumors. Nonetheless, I’m happy that I can run to the gym throughout the daytime without fearing for my life. Needless to say, I would recommend this gym to anyone who is looking for something local and not too big or small. It also helps that it’s open ²⁴⁄₇ and you can easily visit the many locations in the Atlanta area for under $ 35/​month.

All the machines I need. I enjoy the gym, I go randomly so I want a gym that’s not like the club. Enjoy my peace without being harassed, I made a good choice with this gym! And it’s cheap 35 a month, or 29 for 6 months that’s what I went with. And u can just stroll on in, key access only.

Every workout machines you need is here. Great gym for the price.

This is a great little neighborhood gym. And they get bonus points for being open 24 hours. It’s clean and has everything I need to get my workout in. If you’re looking for an LA Fitness-​type gym that has a sauna, pool, and all that other fancy stuff, this isn’t the place for you.
This place has plenty of equipment (cardio and weight) and a good number of free weights. There is plenty of space to do stretches and such without being in everyone’s way. And if you go at the right time, this place is practically empty (which is awesome).
There is plenty of street parking and a smoothie place around the corner. I’d call that a win.

If you drive through most neighborhoods in Atlanta — urban and suburban alike — you’re inclined to see a Snap or two hiding out. In Atlanta in particular, i think Snap locations have flourished thanks to the distance to other big gyms and their no-​nonsense pricing. $ 35/​month with ²⁴⁄₇ access is pretty nice, and adding a second member is only an additional $ 25.
This particular Snap is probably double the size of most (I also frequent the much smaller Oakhurst location), but i still find it lacking for those of us who are looking to lift heavier weights.
For starters, there are no freestanding bench press or overhead press machines. I’m guessing that part of the reason for this is safety, which makes sense for a gym that is ²⁴⁄₇.
Also, there are two full racks for rubber dumbbells, which is great, but they stay so busy that you often have to wait or substitute another weight. And because they are in different rooms, it isn’t always convenient to walk down a half flight of stairs to see if the second set is available.
I also find that the focus on machines makes for a well rounded but monotonous workout experience over time, but I do think this gym meets 100% of the standard for probably 80% of exercisers.
If you decide you’re going to throw around some serious weight you may find yourself searching for plates — there are never enough of them to go around and a few plate racks would be a really nice addition. As it stands, the weights end up on the machines where they were last used.
The upper level of the gym has treadmill machines and the like. There is also a space for stretching, the lone water fountain, and a tanning bed.
Below that in the main room is two rows of isolation machines, allowing you to target specific muscle groups without real fear of injury. Here you’ll also find one of two smith machines, a cable/​pulley machine, and a rack of weights up to 110lbs.
The lower level includes the second rack of weights, a second more compact cable/​pullup machine, a second smith machine, and a leg press. Behind that is a row of exercise bikes and elliptical machines.
The most unique thing about this Snap location is the open space on the lower level near the entrance. I’ve seen people practicing martial arts here, doing boot-​camp style workouts, jumping rope, punching bag, sit ups, you name it. To my knowledge it is the only Snap with this kind of space, and because your access card will get you into any Snap, you may find that you use two different gyms depending on need, like i do.
On that topic — just note that if you visit one more than the other, your membership may swap to the most visited location, so calling to cancel or make changes can be one extra step.
All in all, i think if you know what you are getting then there’s no reason for this Gym not to work for you. Personally I’d like something a little grittier, but it does the trick.

I love my neighborhood Snap. I’m not a gym junkie but I do try to go regularly. It’s never overwhelmingly busy, there’s plenty of street parking and the people there are generally nice and friendly. They have plenty of cardio equipment so there’s never a wait. Works for me.

Snap Fitness as a gym was fine although the cleanliness level needs improvement. The administration on the other hand is less than ethical in their business practices. I canceled my membership via letter and seven months later I find they are still charging my credit card. When I tried to get this resolved, the manager basically shrugged and told me to see if the credit card company would reimburse me. Umm, I think that would be called fraud. Unbelievable, I am out $ 420 and they just claim they didn’t get my notification to cancel. They simply are unconscionable.

A little bigger than the Oakhurst location, but the same lame atmosphere exists.

«What are my fitness goals»?! I just want to look totally hot naked! So I decided I need a gym close to home because working from home is killing my efforts to venture over to LA Fitness. But then again, when I do go to the office, I need a gym close to work… so fuck it, I concluded the only way I was going to get the best of both worlds was to suck it up and pay for 2 gym memberships. Snap has no locker rooms or showers, yet it’s so close to home, I never need to shower and/​or change there anyway. And because I can’t pass this place without feeling like I want to go to the gym, it’s proven to be well worth it. If you’re into classes, I think they offer a few now, although it’s extra and nothing I’d be interested in anyway. I like the cardio machines and weights, it’s clean, and more than half the people in there are people I’m already well-​acquainted with and know from the ‘hood. Plus ²⁴⁄₇ access?! There go all my excuses!!!

Snap is über convenient seeing as how they are accessible ²⁴⁄₇ and have several locations all over the city. I live a couple miles from the Glenwood location which is expanding soon. It’s my favorite but I often go to the Inman Park gym when I’m in the area– they are both super clean. The staff members are friendly and the owner openly advocates pet adoption and will even give you a discounted membership for saving a pup or kitty. The only con is that group classes are not offered, therefore I have to supplement with yoga outside of my membership.

Overall, Snap fitness is a pretty good little neighborhood gym. The folks that work their are really nice. They also support a really good cause (Animal adoption).
As for the specifics, it is lacking in lockers or a proper changing room. This sucks. It is usually not crowded and intimate enough that I needent worry about someone stealing the vast amount of wealth in my gym bag (smelly socks and half-​melted energy bars), but a changing room would really help out.
There seems to be plenty of cardio equipment no matter what time you show up. The weight equipment is pretty minimal, but is good quality.
Overall, it a nice place to stay in shape, but if you are training for the Olympics or something, you might need a little more.

I’d like to preface this with the fact that I hate the gym.
My main goal is to get in, do my workout, and leave.
It’s very easy for me to accomplish my goal. This is my 3^rd week going and I had to use the treadmill on Monday because all the ellipticals were being used. Not a problem. I hopped on the treadmill for 10 minutes then switched to the elliptical when it became free.
They have some really great machines, a great number of cardio machines for a neighborhood gym, and it’s all going to double when they finally open the suite next door in August.
The staff is very friendly. I always get a hello and goodbye. You get a free consultation with a trainer in the beginning. Those results will definately help you plan your workout routine on your own (or will lead you to an awesome relationship with your trainer).
I somewhat enjoy coming here. Shh, don’t tell anyone!
Now, if only I could talk them into getting a pool…

The good: While the price is right, I actually fell in love with the size of this gym and the atmosphere that creates. Although it is far smaller than an LA Fitness, because it’s a neighborhood gym it never gets too overwhelmed. Been going 4 – 5 times a week for 2 months and I’ve still never had to wait on a machine. I know this is weird but I also kind of like the fact that the staff aren’t your typical overly tanned, teeth whitened jocks. Makes me less intimidated to ask for help or show up in sweatpants that look like, well, sweatpants on a girl who needs to be going to the gym!
The could-​be-​improved: the staff really talked up the website that you get access to when you join: «you can make & track your workout plans, get exercise demos, meal plans, etc etc.» In reality all of those services are extra — pretty lame when I’ve already joined the gym, especially lame that the website and the staff aren’t upfront about this. At the end of the day, I joined for the gym and not the web features so it hasn’t stopped me from enjoying the gym. Can’t wait for their upcoming expansion.