Equinox

I was a member here for two years when I used to live in West L.A. I’ll tell you what I miss and what I don’t…
I MISS…
Eucalyptus towels — I miss the fresh cold eucalyptus towels that they store in the fridge. After a hot, sweaty workout they felt so great against my skin to cool off
Kiehls products — I’m the type that is lazy to bring my own toiletries and such to the gym. It was nice having Kiehls products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion) at your disposal.
Classes — Great instructors and a whole lot of classes to choose from.
I DON’T MISS…
Basketball gym — I mainly went here to play basketball and I must say I’ve never seen so many people argue and whine so much.
Parking — They charge $ each time you park

Was a member in Santa Monica and love that this place has way better hours. I also appreciate they the maintenance keep thing up pretty well and don’t use odorous cleaning fluids while you are trying to work out. This gym is much larger than the Santa Monica location and lacking the semi-​ocean view. It makes up for it with a pool and jacuzzi in the locker room. The one bad thing here is that there are trainers everywhere all of the time. So, the weight area is very busy quite frequently with trainers and their clients. It can get a little crowded. Monthly membership is $ 230 and parking is $ 2 for three hours.

Worst experience I’ve ever had at an Equinox.
Laila Sherief is a horrible receptionist and a worse human being. I came in with a friend and she scanned my card. She told me I didn’t have access to the gym. I started to explain I intended to pay to use the facilities but Ms. Sherief cut me off and said I must have meant to go to the Westwood location. Then she answered several phone calls as I stood there waiting to pay her to go to yoga class.
When Ms. Sheiref hung up the phone and said what do you need now? I was surprised at how curt she was being because usually people who greet the customers are extremely friendly. I explained I wanted to pay to go to the gun she said it would cost $ 35 then $ 65 and finally said it was $ 70. I’m not sure what the policy because she didn’t explain it and answered several more phone calls. In this time (6 minutes) I realized I would miss my yoga so I left and felt really embarrassed. My fiend certainly won’t be joining the gym after that needlessly obnoxious experience with the gym receptionist.
So we left.

Worst front desk service!
I’m a member at this gym and brought my parents that were visiting in town to have a coffee and get to know the gym on a Sunday morning. The lady Grace at the front desk had an arrogant behavior while I was talking to her and screamed at my mom and dad «NOO» as I told her they were going to have coffee at the coffee shop while I would do yoga class. My parents were shocked and even walked outside the gym.
My parents don’t speak much English but do understand what’s a bad behavior.
I had a girlfriend that I was trying to convince to become a member but after my mom tell her this experience she decided not even come here.

Supposedly this EQX is a destination location meaning higher monthly fee and excluded from your list even if you have an all-​access pass. If there’s a gym with a strange layout, and restaurant/​bar, you’ve found it! The perks are the pool, indoor basketball court, jacuzzi jets in ladies room, and assortment of classes. There seems to be a ratio of 3:1 of older men and young women sprinkled with some older ladies. During peak hours, it’s hard to find a place to stretch or available cardio equipment. Usually personal training is taking place in the stretch areas. Like all EQs, the front desk staff rock here. However, if I had a choice between this location and Westwood, I choose Westwood.
The parking garage accepts cash only but there’s plenty of metered parking.

Okay — so once again the group fitness manager has been fired. As of a couple months ago, the new group fitness mgr. is Jason — and maybe, just maybe it seems like he might care about what the members actually want. They jury is still out — but I’m hopeful. He is definitely paying attention and asking for feedback… so thumbs up on that.
As for the classes — pretty status quo for now. Still wish they would move Johnny Latin back to six pm on Monday’s — 5pm is pretty impossible to get to. Love that they put Odell back where he belongs — great move on that! And finally tried the stiff guy yoga — awesome class.

Equinox is great but what really makes a membership worth it are the classes. Sure, it’s a huge facility that’s cleaned constantly, smells fresh (not sweaty), and has the newest machines and all the weights you could wish for, a pool, sundeck, and tennis courts but for $ 245 a month you’ve really gotta take a bunch of classes to justify it.
And the classes are really where this location shines. Equinox dues are about equal to taking two spin classes a week at a studio charging $ 30/​class so if you’re a spin junkie you can totally come out on top at Equinox. And this club has top notch spin instructors too. Soul Ray, Jill Brown, Christine Khuri, and Jason Wimberly all deserve 5 stars. Each has a different style so you can mix it up throughout the week but all of them will kick your ass in class. If you’re into yoga you’ll find plenty of classes on the schedule and all types of practices so you can choose the style you like best. For a killer strength class definitely check out Jill’s Kettlebell/​ViPR combo.
The other thing I love about Equinox is that it’s a really well-​curated experience. They’ve thought of every detail. Music on the gym floor is upbeat to get your blood pumping while locker room music is more chill and relaxing. The temperature in the locker rooms is a few degrees higher than on the gym floor. Water pressure is strong and toiletries are all Kiehl’s. You can reserve classes (and specific spin bikes) online and later track your results. Refrigerators with eucalyptus towels are scattered about the facility for a nice pick-​me-​up after your sweat session. These little things add up and make the whole gym experience even more pleasurable.
The only real downside here? Unlike other locations, West LA doesn’t validate parking and the structure charges $ 2 for 3 hours, so I’m typically paying another $ 30-​$ 40/​month in parking fees alone when I’m already spending $ 245 on membership!

Reminds me of Philippines even better when I played basketball. Just all professionals. Quality. Massage and restaurants inside the gym. Nice!!!

I think very highly of this club. Very friendly clean lots of class so worth paying extra money for this place. Love it

No question the best workout facility in LA. I have traveled the world and not found a better facility. The clientele is a bit older than other Equinox properties but the amenities, equipment and workout space are second to none. Full indoor pool, full basketball court, squash, racquetball and any type of class you can think of! Spinning, yoga, pilates, boot camps, cardio. Full restaurant. Full service locker rooms w/​towels. Dry and steam sauna, jacuzzi and lockers with coded locks. Full spa, restaurant as well as hair salon. Valet parking as well. The price is high for this exclusive club but depending on how much you work a week will depend if this is the choice for you. Personal tip: I would suggest morning or mid day workouts if your schedule permits. Nights can get a little dicey!

Best Equinox other than Irvine I’ve been to. Not crowded. Not full of douchebags like weho. Members are nice and normal and don’t take selfies for two hours. Pool and locker room are like a 5 star hotel. If you can afford it. It’s worth the extra money just to get away from the dickwads at the weho facility. Trainers are great too. Check out Kyle if you’re a current member

I’ve been to just about every equinox in Socal. On a whole I feel that they are overpriced for the value.
This particular location is one of the largest. My guilty please about equinox is the Eucalyptus steam room and the towels. This location has one of the smallest little steam rooms. The hot tub in the ladies room is a nice touch since most other locations don’t have that.

This is regards to the membership advisor Massi.
I tried getting a week pass to see if I would like to sign up for the gym and he refused to give me the pass since I have been a member a year ago.
The conversation escalated and it ended with him saying that we do not want you at this gym and we will make sure you cant become a member here.
That was the service I received trying to become a member again. That was how they treated a customer trying to return.
I was very offended.

Great place, great atmosphere, great machines, clean, trendy but…
the price is crazy, are you kidding me? you can lease a hybrid car with the two hundred something dollars a month can’t you? and the parking is still not free?

Out of the other locations, for me this one works the best. It has everything you look for in a gym.
PT is amazing as well. Alyssa used to train me until not so long ago, and man, best ever. It’s all about commitment so stop whining and get to it.

i actually go to the gym now because of this place! i used to be a 24 hour fitness member but found that i never went. now, im an equinox regular and yes it’s pricey, but if you actually go, it’s worth it for your health. working out here is heavenly, and a much needed nice little break during the week. i feel like im going to the spa whenever i come here. yes, there are celebs, but everyone leaves them alone, which is what they should do.
the only reason we joined this particular equinox, which is 15 – 30 minutes driving distance from us depending on traffic, is because they have a pool and jacuzzi. i swim here about 3 – 4 times a week… my routine is swim, jacuzzi, shower. with kiehl’s products, toiletries, hair dryers, towels galore, nearly everything you need is at your convenience. the eucalyptus-​infused chilled workout towels are awesome. the only bad thing is sometimes the pool gets crowded and there’s a wait (rarely, sometime up to about 10 minutes), but roger, the equinox employee who oversees the pool area, is so great and always makes sure people adhere to their 30 minute time limits. the pool is half-​saline filtered so you don’t come out reeking of chlorine. there are about 10 lanes, two of which can double up on swimmers.
this place is clean, spacious, and the parking is decent. there’s a full bar and café, and plenty of areas to relax and sit. you can either valet, or there’s a parking lot in the back which is $ 2 for 3 hours (cash only), but im always able to find metered street parking which is $ 2 for 2 hours. i just wish it was a little closer to where i live.

So to start I was a member of equinox for two years until I had been moved for work and had to quit. Recently put in a request on the site for pricing and was paired to the DUMBEST, most HORRIFYING, IRRITATING sales employee out there. At the point that I was getting messages (texts), phone calls and Emails from this guy Massi on the daily — even though I told him I woudl reach out and needed some time, that did not stop him. When I told him I’d have to check in later because i worked very long hours — almost 70 a week, he had no problem telling me everyone in LA worked those hours and not to make an excuse for my fitness. I was SO done, I called the gym that I would be joining directly — Santa Monica and found a sales advisor that was SO MUCH BETTER. Didn’t send me harassing texts, emails and calls — KELLY is her name. She let me know her hours and days so I could come in and get on a plan as soon as my time freed up, gave me all the pricing info etc. Easy peezy, which is WHAT it should be considering this is a top tier club in LA. Do celebs and executives want to be HOUNDED for a membership??? NO.
It was then that MASSI emailed me once again and I told him to STOP contacting me completely — that I would be getting a membership with someone else, he then proceeded to harass me more saying «OH its not like your buying a house…» WHAT THE??? Are you serious??? My mind is so blown right now. As a matter of fact Massi I have bought a house and my HOA is the same price as your membership. Then proceeds to tell me to stop making excuses for my health, as if he knows me. I have never been so insulted, irritated, blown away or flabergasted by a sales rep in my life I don’t think.
At this point if I hadn’t already talked to a much more normal equinox rep, i would never consider this gym with a 10 foot pole. DO NOT SIGN UP HERE! Unless you’d like to spend hours of your time, blocking these reps or dealing with completely harassing emails and messages.

Jeez this place is a monstrosity, simply due to the sheer size taking up a chunk of Sepulveda.
Started off here back in 2009 or so when it was still under The Sports Club/​LA business, and although it was a decent facility, it wasn’t for me at the time.
Since Equinox took it over a few years ago (along with the Beverly Hills and Irvine locations within Southern California), the only things I noticed is the actual color change of the building along with the Equinox logo. Oliver’s still stands as the sit-​down restaurant and café within their walls, and they still have their shop, salon, and spa down the other hall. As for the equipment, I don’t really use it, but from other reviews, some say it’s great, others say it badly needs updating. Kind of cool having an indoor basketball court so it gives me a valid reason to sit there and watch dudes… play.
Shower, steam room and jacuzzi are great, along with their awesome pool and patio area on the upper floors. Besides their classes (they have a vast selection including Classical Ballet on the weekends), this is what I primarily come for.
Perhaps I’m not the best review for those who actually want a fulfilling workout, but at least I’m being honest here.
Parking: valet, or garage off of Pontius behind the facility. Executive level members are free there, and I believe it’s $ 2 for 2 hours otherwise.

If I could give this location 6 stars I would. It’s paradise. Heaven. Valhalla. Nirvana.
I remember coming to classes here in 1989 with my friend who was a charter member. In 1999, I dated a member who lived in Santa Monica and on weekend visits we would spend three hours here every Saturday and Sunday.
When I left Santa Barbara, I had to upgrade to Destination to come to this club because I am a swimmer and I need a jacuzzi for my ankle and various aches and pains. I am now in LA seven months a year rather than three and not swimming during winter wasn’t an option.
The only way as a happy All Access member who joined the East Side (of New York) flagship on 63^rd and Lex was to upgrade. That sucked, yes. I paid 205 and now pay 275, but there is no other option for a Westsider. Beverly Hills, Marina, and Santa Monica are pool-​less. Westwood, which is smaller and has a vastly prettier cardio and weight area and much spiffier locker room, has a tiny New York-​like pool with two lanes, but no jacuzzi.
Also the Westwood location, which I adore, has the worst model of Precor elliptical I’ve ever seen. I hope to do something about this because now that I’m paying 275, I feel like I should be able to do the elliptical at any location I wish. Also the steam room in Westwood is not near hot enough. But I still love it.
Equinox WLA is more than a health club. The cafeteria has entrees (fish, meat, chicken) and many healthy sides as well as deli food by the pound. It’s the only Equinox without Earth Bar (they have their own version and it’s very good). There is a full bar and restaurant. This is more like a club club and in that context, 275 isn’t a lot. Parking is 2 for 3 hours but you can park on the street for free after 7 or 8PM.
Here is what I wrote on FB after my workout yesterday:
Why I pay what I do to work out:
I am on the roller. I am in visible anguish. A young woman named Jasmine (trainer/​massage therapist) comes over and says she sees I am in pain and it looks like hip the issue.
Invited me to the tables where trainers stretch you out after sessions.
She works on hip. And then Anthony, a trainer as well, works on my calves and ankles and feet. It hurts more than ANY bodywork of life except Rolfing-​derived Hellerwork in 1990 – 1.
A total of 10 – 12 minutes. Huge difference on all.
THAT is the Equinox difference. Random girl on a mat in pain. Woman approaches compassionately. Hang out making jokes about this being too hard sans wine or Advil but years of yoga I know how to breathe through pain.
I don’t believe this would have happened at the regular Equinox. Destination is a higher caliber of service and commitment. All three young. You can tell former athletes. The woman ⁵⁄₁₀. She thinks the hip flexors sore because my weight lifting focused on upper body.
My quads and hams and glutes are strong but tight. Tight diminishes strength and function and she says I need to tweak my weight regimen to increase mobility.
I can do the splits. So flexibility does *not* equal mobility.
These are the things only an elite personal trainer can assess and a good one does it almost instantaneously.
His work on calf about creating distance between muscle and bone.
An individual session is 115. And it’s not even massage. Clothed. But if I feel different after 15 minutes, 50 will be transformative for me. A top personal trainer is a massage therapist and PT all rolled into one.
Maybe I will even dance again!
If you do decide to work with a trainer (even one or two sessions), I HIGHLY recommend both Anthony and Jasmine. Both are sweet and knowledgeable. I can’t wait for my 9AM Saturday session.

Called to get info from the club– talked to a male (have his name but don’t want to put it on Unilocal).
Rude, unprofessional.
Came into club to try it out:
Club: Decent. Great layout– huge. Equipment– decent. Clientele was nice as far as I experienced.
Customer service: Foul. The front desk– rude, condescending, texting on their phones, chewing gum where I could see the gum each chew. No matter where you work, you should not look down on people– working at the front desk of Equinox– you are condescending to me because? Good question.
Did not try the snack bar or classes. Was disgusted by the vibe the management has clearly allowed (based on other reviews) let continue. At nearly 300 $/​month, the other Equinox are WAY more professional, kind, pleasant and make you feel like a valued member. Why bother with this club when you walk in and out and feel less than serene.
When I leave the other Equinox clubs, someone says a salutation. Not here. They were too busy popping gum and texting!
I actually came 3 different days and same thing. The people on the floor were nice– I’ll say that but the greeting team. No bueno
I’ve been to the other Equinox exclusive clubs and this one is a shame