Seattle Athletic Club

Allan Deutsch 2 months ago

I’m overall happy with the amenities - plenty of gym equipment, love the sauna, hot tub, and steam room. Locker rooms are well stocked with lotion and shower products, and the pool is nice. They also have a great variety of classes and cardio equipment. Pricing is reasonable for what is available and the club is rarely too busy. The only amenity that could really improve the facility is a cold plunge. The locker rooms floor is CARPETED though which is absolutely disgusting and I can’t believe they still haven’t gotten rid of it. 🤮🤮🤮

Ray Carnes 2 months ago

SAC-DT is a first-rate, full service athletic club. I’m especially pleased with the program of personal trainers. Lisa Chaki has an extensive background in training clients to support a wide variety of athletic goals. She is very interactive during the training and no two sessions are the same, so it’s easy to stay engaged. If you’re working to get to the next level, or just to maintain fitness, Lisa can definitely help… and you’ll have fun in the process.

David Epstein 3 months ago

I have been a member of the SAC for over 20 years, and have been one of the many club 'regulars' the entire time. The workout equipment is first-rate - perhaps that is to be expected at a downtown gym in a major city - but what differentiates the club from others is the staff. From the front desk (Meech!) to the facilities team to the trainers - especially Fitness Director Emily Ring! - to the accounting folks (Kelli!), the club fosters a feeling of community focused on wellness, fitness, and fun.

Leyla Celeb 7 months ago

If you’re looking for a masterclass in how not to run a business, Seattle Athletic Club Downtown delivers. The staff - short-handed, out of sync - found time to “tag-team” a prospective member instead of providing basic customer service. Their treatment showed zero respect for disabilities and selective attention depending on who walks through the door. Don’t waste your time here; there are far better clubs in Seattle (Pro Club, Ballard are AMAZING.) that understand how to treat people, maintain clean updated facilities, and actually invest in long-term customer relationships. For a fitness club, they’re remarkably out of shape where it matters most.

Nick Graff 8 months ago

As someone who just joined SAC a few months ago, I need to push back on reviews suggesting the contract is deceptive or manipulative. The contract is easy to understand, and we had ample time to ask multiple clarifying questions in person while signing up. There is no deception or manipulation at any stage, so please take the time to read the contract and ask questions before signing anything. Although I don't love every single aspect of the contract, just imagine how high their expenses are in Pike Place Market. This is a local, small business, not a massive conglomerate. If you don't like the contract, don't sign. With that said, I love this gym! There are so many pathways to better health, classes, squash, an excellent selection of free weights and weight machines, and lots of choices for cardio including unique ones like a rope trainer, a tread wall, and multiple treadmills and ellipticals. The saline pool is amazing, always at the perfect temp, and only 4.5 feet deep so most people will find it easy to stand if you need a break or feel uncertain about swimming. The locker rooms have saunas, steam rooms, and hot tubs, and they even have massage therapists and trainers on site. They do a lot of maintenance and they are always improving their offerings. It's clear that they truly care. It's also quite a large gym, very impressive given the location, so there is usually plenty of space. Staff are friendly and helpful, and other attendees are friendly too. It feels like a nice safe space with a diverse community of regular people. It's the best gym I've ever been a member of. I also really like that they have a whole art gallery and participate in the local art community. SAC is a positive force in the community and it's really worth considering if you are looking for an unpretentious gym.