I worked out at every Equinox in New York City to see if the luxury gym lived up to the hype
In New York City, going to Equinox , a high-end gym chain, is an undeniable signal of status. They have expertly crafted a brand that truly evokes luxury , sex , and wellness even when brought up in casual conversation.
The gyms are notoriously expensive Equinox's top membership costs $500 per month with a $750 initiation fee and it's not uncommon to hear people quip that they can't afford it.
For a long time, that reputation kept me away, but in February, with my local Williamsburg gym membership feeling a bit ragged, I decided to dip my toe into Equinox's waters.
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What I discovered was a vast network of gyms at various price points with different amenities, aesthetics, and services.
Paying for a single gym can cost anywhere between $185 and $220 per month, typically with a $300 initiation fee, varying by gymand offers available. An "All Access" membership costs $260 per month plus a $500 initiation fee and gives you a membership at all 29 regular locations in New York Cityand clubs nationally, but doesn't allow access to premium "E" clubs, Sports Clubs, or other special locations. A destination membership allows you access to all clubs except for E clubs and costs $300 per month on top of a $500 initiation fee. And an E membership gives you access to all clubs, costing $500 per month on top of a $750 initiation fee.
During the enrollment process, the scope of options left me a bit baffled How was I supposed to choose to have access to a set of gyms that I've never been to?
So, I decided to embark on a nearly two-month journey exploring all of Equinox's offerings in New York City. I worked out at all 34 Equinox locations in the city (not counting Long Island or Westchester).
Here's an overall guide to Equinox memberships in New York, what every location is like, and my personal rating of every gym out of 10.
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