Gym Plus Ballsbridge

207 reviews

The Oval Building, Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, D04 Y4A4, Ireland

www.gymplus.ie

+35316781490

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Gym Plus Ballsbridge is a Gym located at The Oval Building, Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, D04 Y4A4, Ireland. It has received 207 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 stars.

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Hours

Monday6AM-10PM
Tuesday6AM-10PM
Wednesday6AM-9PM
Thursday9AM-5PM
Friday9AM-5PM
Saturday6AM-10PM
Sunday6AM-10PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of Gym Plus Ballsbridge: The Oval Building, Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, D04 Y4A4, Ireland

  • Gym Plus Ballsbridge has 4.3 stars from 207 reviews

  • Gym

  • "Nice friendly staff and I like the location as it's convenient for me, the poor score relates to other things, such as: - The opening hours, which are the worst I've seen of any gym in Dublin, particularly on weekends"

    "What's not to like?! I like pretty much everything about the Club! Things have improved in leaps and bounds since Sandra Dunne became Group Manager almost a year ago followed by the appointment of David Rice as Full time Club Manager"

    "Initial thoughts with this gym is that it is large but only when you start using it do you realise how small the space is for the gym equipment"

    "The gym itself is fine, I had all the equipment needed and staff (in general) were nice and professional"

    "Gym is really good"

Reviews

  • Drake Lorner

Nice friendly staff and I like the location as it's convenient for me, the poor score relates to other things, such as: - The opening hours, which are the worst I've seen of any gym in Dublin, particularly on weekends. - A lot of the equipment is old and outdated, there's a cable machine in there that's definitely older than me and does not work properly. - There is frequently cleaners working around you, one example I had recently was when a man was hoovering around me and a few other people in the free weight section for about 10 minutes, this was two hours before closing time, I'd say something if the gym was near closing. You would think these things would be done outside of opening hours, particularly when the gym closes so early anyway. - This is the most expensive gym I've been a member of in Dublin when paying monthly. Considering the above negative points this is not very acceptable and it does not seem like membership revenues are being wisely reinvested. I have heard from a reliable source that one of the bigger chains has secured a property to set up a gym very close to this one and I regret to say unless Gym Plus changes drastically I will be immediately switching over once it does as I imagine many others will too.

  • Richard Walker

What's not to like?! I like pretty much everything about the Club! Things have improved in leaps and bounds since Sandra Dunne became Group Manager almost a year ago followed by the appointment of David Rice as Full time Club Manager. Two appointments resulting in a transformed Gym in my view and a much better atmosphere. Unlike several of his predecessors, David is always visible and frequently walks the floors, tidying weights or fixing equipment and generally keeping an eye that everything is shipshape. He has a very engaging and inclusive style of management which seems to work well with the Staff. He also takes part in several classes. We are very lucky in the staff we currently have. From the excellent trainers to the friendliness and general helpfulness of all the Reception & Membership Sales Staff and the thoroughness of the Housekeeping Staff (Bruno and Juliana). They are all really good advertisements for the Gym and present it in the best possible light. There are a variety of classes offered throughout the day and something for everyone to enjoy. The Spa area is also a lovely alternative. All in all, a very friendly Club and a much improved experience on previous years. In fact, no comparison!

  • Andrew Cresswell

Initial thoughts with this gym is that it is large but only when you start using it do you realise how small the space is for the gym equipment. There is only one of most machines and it is still so tight that it is hard to walk around them. There are only a couple sets of dumbells with several seemingly missing and only about 5 benches. A large amount of space is for classes, changing rooms and the Jacuzzi area. It may get quieter but it has been so busy during January that you will not get on equipment without waiting for it. I changed my time to 6am when it is much more manageable because of this. Finally, it is far to expensive for the quality you get here and I have not found the membership options flexible enough for me. The only good thing for me is the location as it is near my accommodation.

  • María DM C

The gym itself is fine, I had all the equipment needed and staff (in general) were nice and professional. However, when I discussed a nutrition and workout plan with one of the trainers, he told me I wasn't making a good choice by being vegan (I didn't ask). He even said "you surely have some vitamin deficiencies" and I said my health all my blood tests were perfectly fine, thank you (he's not a nutritionist and has no idea, so he should do the job he's paid for and not sound like an ignorant). I'm now with a private female trainer and certified nutritionist who's helping me reach my goals as a vegan with workouts and nutrition, with great results and no judgement because yes, it's possible to be vegan and strong :D These people should really double-check who they hire...

  • María

Gym is really good. I love the classes and the instructors are preparing the classes in advance, which is cool. The classes are not the same every week to be able to work out properly. Spa is really good also. However, I have been member for a year and the showers in the women’s bathroom are not great. If you are lucky you get hot water. Some days you have and some others no. It is not very confortable to do exercises and have a cold shower after. This problem have been communicated to reception and they were trying to fix it 2 months ago, and nothing has change. I tried gym plus in other areas and you can regulate the temperature to cold down the water because can be hot. This is something that you can not do in gym plus ballsbridge.

  • Laura

The gym itself is pretty decent as the selection of classes is great. Changing rooms are spacious and always clean. I have enjoyed the spa area although I wish it had more chairs. What I don't like is that I have been trying to cancel my membership since September. I have reached out to them several times through the Contact Us form they have on their website and I have not been graced with a response. Meanwhile, for two months now, my membership fee of 60 euro has been taken out of my bank account despite of my cancellation request. As a customer, this is quite a poor experience and the reason as to why I would definitely not recommended anyone I know to come here. They make it way too difficult to leave

  • Jeramy Bays

The only complaint I have about the gym is that the members and staff do not put equipment away when finished with it. I usually come in first thing in the morning when the gym opens- weights are not organised and laying around and still racked on equipment. Frequently I see gym goers load weights and not unload and re-rack when complete with the set. It’s frustrating because I find that I have to search the gym for weights needed for my sets. A simple end of day clean up and organisation of weights would help significantly. Otherwise, great gym. Really nice staff! SPA needs an update but they are working upgrades currently, so maybe the SPA is next. Good gym for the price.

  • Daniela Paixão

I’ve been working out for a while at Gym Plus Ballsbridge. Although I don’t really have time - I want to change it! - always that I can I go there. Today I went just to attend the Zumba class with Vic. It was an amazing class! Super good vibe. She is class! Also, I really like Vitor, I told him I dont have time, and he build a simple exercise according to my needs/time. He had showed respect for my wishes and it makes difference. Overall, the staff are really nice and polite. I just think that now, winter time, we should have some Pilates class option during the lunch time as well! :))

  • Radostin Georgiev

The gym is not clean enough. It is very dusty and it is not pleasant to breathe dust while working out. Some of the gym machines are not fully functional. The jacuzzi in the spa area smells like chlorine far too much and it is not clean enough either. At the bottom of the jacuzzi you can see a layer of black matter which should not be there. Showers do not have liquid soap, towels are paid and you have to bring your own locker. I think this is the minimum that should be available in a gym that costs €60 per month.

  • Declan Connolly

It has everything you need. I primarily spin. Classes are either 30 or 45 mins for the most part. Has a good amount of cardio machines weight machine and free weights. sauna and steam room. Spin Scheduled Morning midday and evening. Locker rooms are clean but bring your own towels( can be rented) soap shampoo etc. Open hours are good. 7 days a week although just saw hours for Christmas and they are closed Christmas Eve, Christmas day and Stephens day. I think the membership fee is Great value.

  • ikki zenho

When reopening after COVID-19 measures they provided a 6-day notice for the ones who would like to freeze membership for July. I was a few days late on that notice (7, almost the same 6 days they consider fair enough), and my membership could not be frozen for July. Asked for cancellation and it also could not be cancelled for August either! So I had two pay for two entire months that I was not going to go a single day even. That's a really poor customer service.

  • Dave Burgess

Good range of classes, particularly Beua Jacks boxing which is a class exclusive to the gym and one which in my opinion is worth joining for alone. The gym floor is well structured with a good range of cardio machines, and a well-sized and well planned weights zone. A very good jacuzzi/sauna/steam facility with an ice bucket. Overall a high quality gym that provides value for money for members who are willing to use the facilities on a regular basis

  • James

I have been a member of this gym for two years .The staff are pleasant and courteous. In the last 3 months .There is a increase of members doing video calls in your face .Sitting on machines texting emailing .While I try and finish my work out .The Sauna and steam room section have signs up no mobile phones .In the space of 15 minutes this Sunday .I counted 3 members on there phones 1 in the sauna Good manners is a thing of the past .

  • Róisín Mac Dermott Casement

Having joined GymPlus for a few months now I am really impressed with the quality of the classes, in particular the variety and the fact that they are never too packed. The management staff are always super friendly and helpful- even arranging the complementary training session with one of the trainers which I found really useful. Also love the sauna and steam area after a work out!!

  • Fin Goulding

I have tried and evaluated a number of gyms across Dublin and this comes out on top for price (as it includes classes), helpful/friendly/knowledgeable staff and all the facilities one would need. I’ve been a member for 2 years now and I always recommend Gym Plus to my friends & colleagues. And it has a great Chopped restaurant inside!

  • CJ Browne

Pretty much ticks all the boxes for a gym, plenty of space , nice staff at reception, and shout out to the cleaning team as the entire gym and spa is always absolutely spotless. Only complaint would be the treadmills need a bit of an upgrade, they're pretty old and make a lot of noise when running on them, but overall very happy here

  • Edgaras Purlys

Poor quality gym. Many equipment need to be updated. No gym trainers available inside gym, either in classes or their rooms. Music poor, opening hours during the weekend one of the poorest i’ve seen around. Not getting a good value, the only upside is the location. P.s been a memeber of a good few gyms, this one is at the bottom

  • Ella A

This is an excellent gym and spa and a reasonable price. My only complaint would be the showers are just not warm enough. Other than that it’s really good. Can be busy but there’s plenty of room. Joined here after shocking treatment in David Lloyds club, and it’s honestly much better and half the price. Thanks!

  • Paul james Donnelly

Great gym, quite small but that’s ok with me. I was a member for 5 years and the staff had always been very nice ! I’m rejoining after having moved to Westwood for location purposes. Dennis is really nice and got me sorted instantly great customer service very friendly …

  • McGov

Really friendly team at the front desk. I’m in at 6 in the morning and always greeted by a friendly member of the gym+ team. But the team at the front desk are what make the place. A great spot for a workout. Always spotless and with a great range of equipment.

  • Dan Murphy

nice decent sized leisure complex with very large sauna lots clubs sauna is much smaller.staff friendly and efficient.any problems issues are resolved.promptly.also changing area locker room roomy and there are two other clubs some of them have tiny rooms

  • Martin Keeley

Good sized gym in ballsbridge. Little bit pricey at €55 pm. But has a decent range of equipment. No pool area but they have a small Jacuzzi / relaxation area. never too busy - peak periods around 6pm Mondays / Tuesdays.

  • Rebeka Tomasune

Tara is the most wonderful and caring receptionist in Ballsbridge! Always has a smile on her and happy to help with anything you may need, she makes the gym experience so much more welcome and enjoyable!!

  • Ciarán Whitaker

Outdated, broken and rusted equipment. No mobile signal downstairs which means you have to rely on their WiFi for music... which was broken too. Their only saving grace is the location and the classes.

  • Eoin Ward

Good gym with friendly staff. Always a smile when you arrive and happy to help whenever you have a question. The free weights area is a little small but I don't ever find this an issue.

  • Crystaline Jeanetta John

Started Pilates classes a couple of weeks ago. So far I absolutely love it, very clear instructions , very motivating. I feel good and strong after. Looking forward to more …

  • Marcela

I love the class of Maciel! He is the best! Specially the box fit class, will be great if we can have this class twice a week! Please!! Feeling like new after every class of Maciel!

  • Victor Oliveira

Very well equipped gym, amazing spa area with jacuzzi and sauna to enjoy as much as I like. The staff is very concerned with our well being and all areas look very clean and modern.

  • Judith Brooks

Gym Plus Ballsbridge has something for everyone--even an older person such as myself. I enjoy the weight lifting class and the yoga class. This gym accommodates persons of all ages.

  • David Reidy

Excellent facilities - sauna and jacuzzi room is second to none ,peace and tranquillity Gym equipment has seriously improved and staff are all extremely friendly in ballsbridge

  • Kenzo Tsuda

Gym located in Ballsbridge. I miss a swimming pool but its equipment and facilities are high quality for a good deal price. Not too crowded comparing with other gym. Good spot

  • Michelangelo Marchiorello Dal Corno

Great gym with nice staff. Equipment could be refreshed and improved. Changing room could also use a big improvement. Worse light I've ever seen at a gym throughout!

  • Graham O'Hara

Excellent classes on offer. Busy at the head of the week in the evenings but never crowded. Thins out towards the weekend where you can have a less congested workout

  • Oksana Vinkarklina

Conveniently located to shops and bus stops. Had an uneasy feeling this gym was very unworn and need a good painting/ refurbushment work to be done on it.

  • Slinkie

Not a proper gym. Too focused on casual customers who only go on a treadmill or cross trainer. Bad music which is either too loud or too low. Rude staff.

  • Kate Mc Cormack

Gym plus is a great all round gym. The classes are brilliant. Showers and bathrooms are clean. Staff are friendly and approachable. Couldn’t fault it

  • Savanah Skye

Great facilities. Spacious and has everything you need. Staff is wonderful, always friendly. Looking for a place to workout? This is the place to be.

  • Maria Teresa Fecchio

Perfect SPA with sauna steam room and jacuzzi in one separate place away from the noise of the gym with relaxing music and longchair.

  • Yang Zhang

Good gym. Spacious, lots of equipment, dedicated area for functional training as well as steam and sauna facilities. No pool.

  • Yasmim Henrique

Boa academia. Poucos equipamentos e pouca oferta de aulas de ginástica para o preço que cobra mas, é uma boa opção no bairro.

  • Ian

Used this gym for my physio. Solid equipment all around besides a couple of legs fixed weight machines having worn padding.

  • J Pro

I love this gym not just because of the workout area, spinning and other classes, but also because the spa/sauna is great.

  • Becca Clarke

Gym Plus Ballsbridge: very friendly and helpful staff, great classes for all abilities. Lovely sauna and pamper area.

  • Oliveira Oli

The manager's service is rubbish, terribly professional. Gym with poor and few equipments. everything is very dirty.

  • Szymon Pifczyk

Great gym. It’s a bit more expensive than some other gyms but it’s also not as crowded and you get free classes.

  • María del Rocío De Rodrigo

Fantastic gym, big, nice equipment and great facilities. Staff is really friendly and the place is really clean!

  • Conor Briody

This is a fantastic gym that is never overcrowded, the staff are very friendly and the equipment is very modern.

  • Grainne Biddle

The staff are so wonderful and friendly. The equipment has recently been updated and they have everything needed

  • Meadhbh Ryan

Maciel is really knowledgeable helpful, and listened to my training needs. Thanks for your help Maciel …

  • ROCIO MARTINEZ-SANTOS MUÑOZ

I love all the classes specially box fitness with Marciel and Pilates with Arthur, thank you very much!!!

  • Kyana

I go to the gym here and it's fantastic. Has amazing facilities and provide excellent personal trainers

  • Sinead M

Great gym and spa with good variety of classes. Maciel’s classes are always challenging and enjoyable

  • Bruna Eloise

Great gym, not crowded after 6pm. That's just too bad they don't have a pool anymore :(

  • Mariana Nevado

Maciel and Artur are amazing trainers! Core, Spinning and Pilates classes are awesome!

  • Karl McConnon

Went there because of Clayton hotels services . Great gym with boxing studio also

  • juliane “Ju” camozzato

The gym is really good, the staff really nice and is always clean and organised.

  • Jacko UTH

Great gym, friendly staff, good choice of exercise classes and a nice spa area.

  • Jianming Zou

Before you join the memebership, take a look the terms and conditions carefully

  • Patrick Williams

Great location. Hard classes if you put the effort in. Up to date equipment.

  • B Will

Equipment very dirty and filthy spa area. Too expensive for what they offer

  • italia cisneros

The best classes ever, the trainers are very good and very professional

  • Joao Fioribelli

Clean, modern and spacious gym, fair price. Very busy at peak times.

  • Ali Doran

Really nice staff, super friendly and welcoming and great classes

  • alejandro ramos

I love this place. They have a chopped salads inside of the gym!

  • Colin Morley

Clean, friendly staff, never over busy, great place to work out

  • Eoin Finnegan

Just joined and looking forward to starting the training plan.

  • Rafa Dontal

one-of-each equipment based Gym.Classes are ok. It's just ok.

  • Bhaskar Kuchimanchi

Enough equipment to keep you busy, well maintained gym.

  • Dino Miletić

Helpful staff, clean, everything you need at one place

  • Rodrigo Scatolin

Good range of equipments, not so busy as other gyms.

  • Stephen Hughes

Good gym. No swimming pool but has everything else.

  • Anastasiia Stefanska

Spacious, never too crowded even during busy hours

  • Martin Murphy

Great gym but there no longer a pool available

  • Hugh Whitla

Amazing Website and great information.

  • George Nursey

Nice facilities. Nice swimming pool

  • James Naughton

Very friendly great chill out area

  • Judy Rudden

Vickis Pilates class is excellent

  • Nicolas Rodriguez

Core with Maciel is just amazing

  • Rafael 47

Sauna wasn't working at the time

  • Paul Harrison

Good facilities, friendly staff

  • naren malik

Okay, bit busy during evening.

  • xaawo gabanoow

It's good & comfortable place

  • Eoin Naughton Peak Physio

Great gym... friendly staff

  • lisa fox

Marciels circuits is super

  • Z B

Great gym, excellent staff

  • Chiara Crescini

Amazing classes and Spa!!

  • Geoffrey Cook

Convenient and challeging

  • ed oli

the worst gym in ireland

  • Prashant Bv

Loved the session.

  • Baptiste Massy

Lots of equipment

  • Светлана Данилова

Эконом клуб...

  • michael

Great class!

  • Gio Guevara

Nice place

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