Chesham Leisure Centre Chesham

Reviews

1. The Pink Reaper ★☆☆☆☆

   Been to Everyone Active for 3 years and I can tell you it’s a scam. Gyms normally cost 15-30/month but this one costs £52/month which includes swimming pool, classes and gym access but everyone I trained with has said they never use swimming pool or classes so essentially you’ll be paying for things you won’t use which is basically a scam. Although to be fair if they made a “Gym only” membership it’d be worth £5/month if you compare it to a normal gym. Junior membership is also a scam as even tho it costs £26/month they can only access the gym within times they book and the booking times are either horrendous or there aren’t any because staffs are too lazy to supervise. Cancelled my membership today and I’m gonna tell others who I have referred to cancel theirs too and join me in a different gym. Noted I’m canceling it today only because I came to realise how overpriced the place is. It’s £600 a year for this gym but other gyms is only £300 a year meaning you could’ve gone to a better gym for 2 years instead of going to a low quality gym for 1 year. Positive: It has the essential cardio, free weight section, machines, cable machine and squat racks. Negative: They put too much effort into their cardio machine, they have “Technogym” equipment which if you aren’t familiar are the worse gym equipment in the world, don’t have enough 20kg plates if you’re an actual lifter. Juniors have to book and the bookings are horribly timed.

   almost 6 months ago
2. Catherine Pike ★★★★☆

   I’ve been a member of this centre for a few years. The staff are really friendly especially Delia who always has a welcoming smile. The classes are fun and the instructors good. My only complaint is the booking system as without the upgraded membership it can difficult to get onto classes.

   almost 11 months ago
3. D A ★★★★★

   I have been a member at Chesham for a while and I honestly love it. The gym has a real community vibe and everyone is so welcoming. The classes are great, with loads of variety and brilliant instructors who make it fun and motivating. Bliss from the membership team is always super helpful, and Della at reception greets everyone with a smile. It makes such a difference walking into a place where people know your name and actually care.

   almost 11 months ago

1. Ravi Tangeda ★★★☆☆

   Not a bad gym if you are looking for cardio workouts.. more than enough treadmills, cross trainers and exercise cycles. You have to struggle a bit or plan properly on a day and time if you have to get a bench or good workout with weights. Small area available for stretching and cooling down too (assume it can fit 6 people at a time), overall a compact gym with limited resources in our local area. Not sure how efficient are the group exercises as you have to book them in advance and I could never managed to book a one.

   almost 2 years ago
2. Z Z ★★☆☆☆

   Quite expensive. Not sure why. Some staff are lovely, some are moody/fake, some don't know what they're doing. Often you'll get contradictory information or they can't actually help with admin - i suspect because of the system in place and not the fault of the staff. Overall, more faff than necessary, staff and classes are very hit and miss, but still, it's a clean usable gym that never gets too busy (it's not a mystery why that is)

   almost 3 years ago
3. Steve Young ★★★★☆

   I only use the gym and it's pretty good. New equipment and well maintained. They even purchased a belt for weighted dips at my request. Gavin (gym staff) is very friendly and helpful but most of the other staff don't really engage much but I don't mind that. My only gripe about the gym is that the floor is often dusty and needs hoovering more. The customer service at reception downstairs however, is some of the worst I've ever seen (and I work as a customer service assessor). I once saw a lady enquire about enrolling her kids in swimming lessons only to be told to go online. When she explained that she had been online and sent 3 or 4 emails to no response she was told 'I don't do that so I can't help you'. She almost had to beg the woman at reception to find someone to help her. I believe this member of staff is no longer there and things may be improving a little but I often see a long queue with only one teenager serving whilst at quiet times three of them are sat around chatting. Overall, 5⭐ for the gym, 3⭐ for reception. I'm a pretty happy customer but please get the Hoover out a bit more and invest in some customer service training.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Sheralyn Edwards ★★★★☆

   Quietest place for a swim at the moment! Even in the Public swim sessions you can negotiate a good few lengths. Didn't like the communal change area but thats just personal preference.

   almost 4 years ago
2. Cathy Nostoh ★★☆☆☆

   We normally use this pool as it is quieter than others in the area, however it is normally quite a cold pool. Last Sunday visited and the pool was absolutely freezing to the point we could not get warm despite constantly swimming lengths. We ended up leaving after 30 minutes. I asked the lifeguard twice why it was so cold and she said there was nothing she could do about the temperature. The air con in the changing rooms doesn't help, its freezing! My daughter is now very ill with a cold and cough from this experience. Will not be visiting again.

   almost 4 years ago
3. Michael Mallin ★★★☆☆

   I have been going weekly for some months with my 5 year old grandson - the timing of its family swimming sessions works for us better than other centres. I have seen some on-line criticism of the receptionists, but we have found them unfailingly friendly and helpful. But the water is just that bit too cold, for me as well as him. Quite often we have to cut short the session because my grandson is shivering. And the changing rooms feel freezing when you get out too. In fact, last week he said he doesn't want to go again because of the cold. I will try to change his mind because his parents think it is good for him - but I wish it was more comfortable!

   almost 4 years ago

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