Reviews of Lloyd Athletic Club (Gym)

Swearball balls of fun

It's ok.

Eric Zugor

I cancelled my membership before my next bill was due. It was an annoying process of calling a separate company, being on hold, then having to correspond through email to finish the cancellation. Over a week later I was charged for another full month. Wouldn’t recommend.

John Weeks

One of very few places in Portland where you can play squash, over 100 squash-playing members. Very reasonable price. Nice, laid-back atmosphere. Nice, laid-back members. If you want to swim, this isn't the place, but I believe they have an arrangement with another club. Four taps in the lobby.

Robert Hainsey

Great local gym with all the weights, cardio and exercise equipment you need. Excellent group of trainers as well. The gym has shown significant improvement over the past few months under new management although their showers continue to be water-pressure challenged. A shout out to the excellent front desk staff particularly Bill who opens in the wee hours of the mornings Monday-Thursday. Thanks for the excellent support and friendly customer service Bill!

Renee Cox

I would love to have a free pass to see if I would like to join

Tracy Ross

Our local gym. Very homey.

Tara Albury

Lloyd Athletic Club is the best place to play squash, and workout in Portland. The prices are extremely affordable, the squash community is wonderful, and you can have a nice cold beverage after playing! LAC where gym meets community hang out spot!

Chris Chesnutt

Joining any new Gym can be a daunting and intimidating experience but as soon as I walked into Lloyd Athletic Club, Billy made me feel right at home. He gave me a tour of the facility, answered all of my questions and did not pressure me to join. I joined that day on a month to month basis to try it out but soon decided that it lived up to the hype of the best in Portland and signed up for 2 years. Nick, the Manager made this process easy and was great in getting my account switched over. Bottom line, this is an excellent club in Portland with a great staff and nice facilities. Highly recommend!

Bubba Yarfkowitz

Nice gym, a bit spendier for membership than my community center but has good equipment and lots of classes.

Ross Fisher

Courteous staff members, clean facilities, great A/C, reasonable prices, and full of regular people.

jim mcgavran

Bill Holt the morning guy is the best.

Patrick McNearney

No-frills or fuss gym. Been here a member for over a year and happy with my membership. It certainly isn't new or fancy, but I'm OK with that. I work out here with a friend most days and there's always plenty of space no matter what time we go. The desk staff has a very Laissez-faire attitude which is just fine. The median age of the guys is about 50 it seems like so you will easily feel like the strongest, fastest person there.

Christopher Cahill

The LAC is a Portland gem. One of the only places you can affordably play squash. Four beers on tap at the bar. Great place to make friends, hang out, and watch sports in the lobby.

Aniko Laszlo

Coming from across the country for a conference, it was nice to find this local gem. Easy walking distance from my hotel with an assortment of cardio, weight training and other equipment. Friendly staff and affordable day rate! I would highly recommend it.

Richard Jule

Super affordable. Clean and no creeps like L.A. Fitness. Just wish they where open till midnight.

Josh Baudhuin

Inclusive, well rounded facility. Not in perfect condition. Friendly, helpful staff.

vicki lachmann

I'm newish to Portland, (about 2 years), and came with big plans to start new leaf program, and get into shape. I found Lloyd Athletic Club within a few months, and especially I found a trainer who has been amazing. Justin is extremely knowledgeable, competent, and experienced. But especially, he has been terrific at intuiting what I specifically need to be motivated. He's been my trainer now for about a year and a half, and this is the first time I've ever stayed with a trainer or any kind of regimen for this long. And I've had MANY previous efforts! I have no plans to stop anytime soon, and I'm sure I owe it to Justin's expertise, and his kind, fun demeanor.

Faith Newton

I love the Lloyd Athletic Club, the environment is friendly, warm, and so much more welcoming then the average corporate gym. There are plenty of machines, and even at its most crowded times I am able to get in a good workout with no problem. I am not athletic in the least, but it is the kind of place where you don't feel judged, I always feel supported and comfortable. That really matters to me! I love the steam/sauna options, everything is well maintained and the staff are so sweet. Highly recommend.My boyfriend and I go several times a week, loving the gym makes it SO much easier to commit to and maintain my exercise routine. I wish the parking lot was bigger, but its never really a problem. I usually wait for a spot to open up, but there is also easily accessible street parking.

Kurt Tompkins

I have been lifting weights for over 20 years, and been a member of many gyms; University gyms, globo gyms, home gyms, jungle gyms...you name it. Lloyd Athletic Club is, without question, the best. I feel like a part of something when I arrive, rather than a dollar sign. There is a true sense of community. Billy H., who works the front desk, is incredible. I rarely feel this welcome in any facet of my life, let alone the gym at 6am! The trainers are great, and invested in their clients. The equipment isn't cutting edge but it is serviceable, and weight is weight regardless of age. Whatever it lacks in newness it makes up for 100 times over in personality. This gym puts a smile on my face. I enjoy being there, and would recommend it to anyone of any skill level.

Sarah Hale

This gym is great!! The staff is super friendly, the machines are well maintained, the gym are is clean and the classes rock!!!

David Bean

Good for the price. Could be kept a bit cleaner, especially the locker room. But, people are nice, equipment is fine, and there is a good, low-key vibe. Parking can be difficult, as the lot is small. So, you might end up in metered parking.

Chris Musser

Great classes, wide variety of machines, friendly and competent staff, and nice members. Clean and well maintained. The sauna, hot tub, and steam room are in the women's and men's shower area and are HOT!

Connor Meyer

I've been a member here for a few years and I cannot say enough positive things about Lloyd Athletic Club. From the member amenities (shaving cream, deodorant, shampoo, FREE TOWEL SERVICE among many others), friendliness from the staff, 4 beers on tap (and cider!), rx, perfect bars and snacks, modern and clean equipment, spacious stretching areas, many many classes, cycling studio, dance studio, I could go on and on. This place is definitely a gem of east side Portland and should be first consideration when thinking about buying a membership to a gym in PDX. Come check this place out!!! 10/10

J2S Properties

I have been a member of the LAC for many years. I appreciate the club and its local, community feel. When I arrive, I often see Bill, who also knows me, greets me like a friend and makes me feel right at home. It's a great place, and the people like Bill make it a unique and welcoming place.

Dave Sparks

Best thing I’ve done in a long time. Nice club. Great people. Neighborhood feel. Lots of nice new touches and remodels. Never too crowded, especially mid-day.

Andrei Botez

Under the average price for membership. Friendly environment, squash courts with many players of all levels, good classes.

Tom Wieczorek

Good facility and amenities that I enjoy being able to work out at. Bill at the front desk is great. Racquetball courts are also a plus. Overall, it's a great gym.

Eisen Laucik

Great relaxing atmosphere to exercise. Racket/hand ball, steam room and saunas. Employees need to work on customer service skills but I will continue to go anyway.

Ruth Bryant

Keeping me healthy

gerrit willem van Keulen

I am so exited, and have been looking for years for this essentrics class. This is the only place in the State of Oregon that just started it. People are so nice.

Mike Munter

Great club. We were having problems with the handball vs racquetball court reservations and the new owner stepped in and made the necessary changes so it’s fair. They’re also keeping the court lights repaired and wood floors cleaner than prior ownership. Best gym in Portland!

Kivett Bednar

LLoyd is the best gym in town, bar none. Badass trainers. Great facility. And my man Bill always has a smile for me first thing in the morning. This place rocks.

Jim Keegan

Incredible club! New ownership has taken a very good club and brought it to excellence. Come check it out!

Matthew bjorke

I've had a membership here for about a year now and have never had a bad experience. The members are a bit older as is the gym, which is great imo. The staff members are kind and courteous. I've never used the trainers, but it deffinetly seems like there in high demand. Only complaint I guess would be parking lot. Usually is full during peak hours as you'd expect. Paid parking surrounds the building so there's always that.

F. Nieman

Moved out of the area but loved the club. Great place to exercise, central, nice helpful staff, clean workout areas, big locker rooms with plenty of storage. Enough TV's for almost everybody to have one to themselves in the cardio room.

Nyle Andrew

Nice Gym

Alvera Ericson McGuirk

Great place. Bob and I take take Tai Chi class there. Great Tai Chi Master.

James Hartenfeld

Billy makes it happen every morning! His positive attitude helps start my day off right. I see him working hard running a tight ship and that's no easy task so early at a busy club. Lloyd Athletic is a better place because of having this guy on their team!

Michael Joffe

Old school gym with all new gear. Raquetball, squash.. Fun!

Scott Duncombe

This is a pretty fantastic, incredibly affordable, old-folks filled gym. You'll never feel intimidated or overwhelmed by svelte fitness models or Vin Diesels. It's also got all the essentials plus racket sports and complimentary towel service. And it's only ever really crowded after work in the winter.

andres portland

Great local gym. Trainers are very knowledgeable and flexible. Everyone here is friendly and don't mind helping you. Great classes, atmosphere and free towels. The sauna and hot tubs are a plus. Great hours too. Must try.

nicholas davidson

Great Gym! The staff and members are very nice. Plenty of free parking in surrounding neighborhood in addition to small lot. Free towel service, no waiting for cardio equipment. Definitely a place where regular people can feel comfortable.

Aaron Weisberg

I tried to cancel after moving out of town. After following their procedure I was explicitly told I would no longer be charged going forward. This was not the case and I just received yet another charge from these folks! I'm writing this extremely upset as again, I was explicitly told that my last charge would be last month and yet I was charged again. These people are thieves and not to be trusted.

Jason Witters

Great for racquetball. Guest fee available if you don’t want to go for the membership. Friendly staff.

Alexia H

I've been a member at LAC for years and love the non-corporate feel that it has; it's truly a home away from home full of members who have been there for 20 plus years. I especially appreciate Billy in the morning, he's always welcoming and inviting which makes for a wonderful environment and positive energy that stays with you throughout the day.

Alex Gerace

Great members and there are two club parties a year which shows that they care for their members. The only affordable place to play squash. One of the few places you can hang out with a friend afterwards for a beer on tap!

Ananaya Alwal

Went in for help with billing issues, and both gentlemen I worked with were beyond helpful! They were both willing to work with me to come up with a solution that benefited us all. Thanks for the great service! Extremely grateful.

Shelly Matthys

Love it! Billy is the best at the front desk. Super friendly and makes everyone feel welcome.

Daniel Goldstein

Solid club for the price point. Fairly big facility with 6 racquetball courts, 3 squash courts, all cardio and weight equipment, body weight room, cycle studio, etc. Locker rooms have sauna, hot tub, and steam rooms. Staff is very nice - tip of the hat to Bill in the mornings who makes the 5am shift ever so much more tolerable. You won't find any better for this price point.

Marilyn McMahon

I was visiting my son in Portland and went as a guest. Very nice club, with a great staff!

John Cook

A small laid back fitness center with an emphasis on handball competitions. With its multiple full size handball courts and the prominent presence of competitive leagues, this would be an exciting workout spot for someone with a real interest in the sport. As I spend most of my time on this club's several weight machines, I haven't had the occasion to involve myself in league play directly.

Dean Pierce

This gym features some top notch personal trainers whose breadth of knowledge on the topic goes far beyond trainers I've talked to at any other gym. They know how to keep it fun, challenging, and always inspire greatness. Definite recommend. A++++++

Emily Plater

I just joined Lloyd Athletic Club after a one week trial, and I have been so impressed. The staff are fantastic and I have never had to wait for equipment. There are areas for relaxing after your workout and there's just a really good vibe. I feel like I have finally found a place that is affordable, friendly, and where you are made to feel comfortable about being a beginner. I have a feeling that thanks Lloyd Athletic Club, for the first time in years, 'get fit' will not be one of my new years resolutions. We'll see...

Ted Benice

I've been a member of Lloyd Athletic Club for over twenty years, and have known many folks who work there. By far Bill is the best. He not only does he do a great job at the front desk but we also see him in the locker room so you know he cares about the place. He's always cheerful and funny.

Debbie van Keulen

Love the staff and atmosphere! Classes are amazing as well!

Rebecca Eberle

I appreciate the employees at LAC, especially Billy at the front desk who always provides a friendly greeting. And Lori, as her personal training sessions have really solved my back issues.

Chris Henderson

Such a great gym. Great equipment and a nice gym setup. Older feel to the gym but feels more personable. You don’t have to worry about someone trying to sell you on training every time you walk through the door. No gym bros and a very friendly staff. Normal membership pricing, lots of racket ball courts. They also have some beers on tap :)

mcmullenpt

Excellent place for racquetball.

Simon Sotelo

old facility. old machines. lots of carpet. i am regularly injured by treadmills that are falling apart and have pieces of plastic/metal hanging in weird places. This morning both my arm were cut up and I got blood all over my towel. don't even get me started on the decrepit showers. All I will say is that it's really gross. Staff is really nice tho.

Raymond Lusk

Overall a good gym especially if you play Raquetball or Squash. The courts could use some updating is the reason for only a 4 star rating.

Em Flores

If you’re considering, definitely a great choice! Locally owned it was just what I was looking for given that I’m not in a position to commit to a year long contract. The facilities are clean, the equipment works, the staff is very friendly! The owner was in when I walked in and was willing to work with my situation.

S A

After a national athletic club stopped supplying towels I moved to LLOYD Athletic club. It’s a one owner (and he’s on site often). Happy to say it’s monthly was less the the people were very easy to work with. “Billy” is at the front desk most all the time and has always made an effort.

Kyle McMahon

Love this gym been going here for years. The racquetball and squash courts are great. The people are awesome as well.

Alec Guinness

I love LAC - very clean, very contained, convenient, good hours, and with top notch equipment. It's the best I've ever been a member of. You have access with your membership to other area clubs and they give you a clean towel with each visit. If I had a complaint it would be the "members" who camp out or linger in the locker rooms that bug me the most - but you get that just about any fitness club. There isn't any pressure to be social, but there is a lot of members that are only members for that reason. If your into free weights LAC does have limited options (but that's in the interest of being healthier - so that's good). Much Love

Kyra Ramsay

Great community gym with top notch equipment and staff!

Sam Pierce

In the past I have been a member of several local athletic clubs. I joined Lloyd Athletic Club five years ago and was immediately taken with the mood of the facility. From the moment you arrive and are greeted by Bill Holt you feel welcoming and strong sense of community that makes this a more personal experience. I especially enjoy the training staff as well as the variety of classes for people of all ages. Lloyd has an very strong racquet culture with not only racquetball but also squash and handball. Whether you are lifting weights, doing cardio, cycling, taking classes, or just working out with friends, Lloyd is a fun, upbeat, local minded, well maintained place to improve your lifestyle and meet new people. Sam

Leroy Stanton

Good place to get a Good workout in Nice SPIN CLASS

Emily Keane

Very clean, staff and other patrons are friendly. Their personal training classes are awesome! I've tried so many other gyms and they never quite felt inviting to all. I instantly felt welcomed and that I belonged!

Emily Windler

I have loved my personal and group training experience so far at Lloyd Athletic Club. It has a very comfortable vibe and all trainees are extremely helpful at answering basic questions without judgement. Adam is a very knowledgeable personal trainer and goes above and beyond to communicate with me in between sessions. Same can be said for the group trainer, Khino. Khino is incredibly patient and takes the time to give personal guidance even within the group session. I feel very comfortable even though I am not a gym buff of any kind. I have lost 10 pounds so far. I am very happy with my progress so far toward getting ready for my wedding day in a month. I highly recommend this gym!

Audrey Holt

Walking into this establishment and being greeted by the staff members who are so up beat is Awesome! The morning guy Bill Holt is the BEST!!! Keep it up and I’ll keep coming back!!

Shar Veda

Here I am trying out Lloyd Athletic Club. They have all the weights, machines, fun classes , steam room and sauna , racquetball courts , even - beer for afterwards!!!

Jim Driscoll

Great place to work out!

Peter Banka

Real people, great atmosphere, and excellent racquetball courts!

Haley Wolters

Want to give a shout out to the front desk guy Billy Holt for a great customer experience!

Kria Lacher

In theory they have lots of classes. But the teachers don't show up half the time. This has not always been an issue but it has for the last year. I have tried to get this resolved over several months... UPDATE. They did listen to this. And I am a long time member and that says something too

Patrick Gronli

This gym has just about everything one would need, delivered in a very modest package. Bill, who works the front desk most mornings, is an absolute treasure. Do yourself a favor and check this place out!

Alex R

Great place if only it could be a little cleaner.

Jenny Linnéa

Great staff and environment

Bruce Cannon

Relaxed club and one of the only places to play squash in the city.

Random Name

I went to see Aly at Lloyd Athletic Club last Friday. She met me at the bar downstairs, very promptly. This was appreciated. After working out with her for about 30 mins, I was just about dead. I mean this in a good way. It seems to me that Aly knows what she is doing. My body was telling me that, although it didn't want to do that anymore that day, it wanted to do more of it in the upcoming future as I could feel it working. Aly was supportive, understanding, and motivating. She took a free trial session and treated it as if she was getting paid. I appreciated her time. Ultimately, the reality set in that I can't afford it right now (just bought a house), but the next time I check-in with myself and am not happy where I am at, I'll know who to call, and who to save up for.

Jon Welsh

Terrible maintenance and WiFi. Very dirty men's room. Service is fair. Sauna, steam, and whirlpool are nice but poorly maintained.

Nick Flores

Love this club! Especially being part of the early morning crowd. The front desk service is so friendly and helpful. Always ready with a fresh hot towel or a bag of ice if I need it. Hands down the best club in Portland, as shown by winning the best gym in Portland award again this year.

Brendon Siefert

Great prices and lots of equipment.

Andrew Mullins

Went in here because the LA Fitness nearby was closed. Glad we did! Met the owner and got a tour. We had very specific parameters (only needed a membership for two months) and he was willing to work with us to find a very fair rate. Facilities are nice and clean and it’s relatively not busy.

Charles Schneider

Great place to workout and relax afterwards with a cold one. Incredibly responsive and friendly staff. I love this athletic club!!! More handball and squash players than any place i’ve ever been.

Erin Gray

So far everyone on the staff has been very nice and helpful! I love that there is an option to choose from a functional training room or a standard weight room for workouts. The weight room has a variety of equipment and is spread out so you dont feel like you are constantly on top of everyone else!

Jeff Immer

A HUGE UPDATE! I finally heard from the new owners of Lloyd and they went above and beyond to try and get a hold of me and get me a refund for the months I was charged after cancelling. A really appreciate their attention on this. In conclusion, Lloyd is under new, GOOD management. Thanks guys!

Mark Noonan

The LAC is BACK! For 40 years the Lloyd Athletic Club has been delivering fitness to so many different groups - handballers, racquetballers,, squash players, senior fitness, weight lifters, Wallyballers, cycling, and many others. It is a great laid back, comfortable environment for every day people. The new management that started in January, 2019 are whipping the place into shape. Customer service and cleanliness are way up and they even expanded parking which is no easy trick in the Lloyd district. Give this place a shout.

Nick Johnson

I love coming in every morning to see Billy. He is super helpful and laid-back. Perfect start to my workout and my day!

Sharon Ermlich

Fraud Alert! I had to cancel my credit card because LAC, probably one of their salespeople trying to keep their numbers up, has blatantly committed fraud. After many and varied attempts to get in contact with the club (I was out of the country) to remind them that I had a confirmed cancellation and to please stop charging, I had to get help from my bank. Capital One investigated and found that LAC consistently changes the name of and the amount of the charges, so that the bank cannot successfully keep track of the charges. For example, last month, instead of "Lloyd Athletic Club" in the amount of $39, they changed the name to "ABC Llyd Athletic Clb" and charged two separate transactions adding up to $39, so that the stop charge was (once again) ineffective. It's just never ending, and so very scummy. So, you'll have to weigh the amenities of LAC against the value of your time and money, whether supporting unethical behavior is OK with you, and, ultimately, decide how much money you want to spend at this club long after you cancel your membership.

PMR Off The Record

Great place!

Michelle Degnin

As a chubby wan trying to lose weight, I don't feel at all shamed for my body. The staff is friendly and the facilities are great.

Scott West

Good place to have exercise and beer, can't say much about the management lots of little problems with the place

Ely Sanders

Great club!! Mostly want to give shoutout to Billy who has and continues to rock!! Great costumer service and always there to help!!!

Vale C

I have been going to the Lloyd Athletic Club for years and I appreciate the low key atmosphere. Everyone is pretty friendly and easygoing. The equipment is quite updated and I love the fact that there is plenty of room to stretch. During the winter especially the jacuzzi, steamroom and sauna feel great and warming. I swear I have avoided colds and flu this way, they keep me healthy. Jovan is a very good manager. He even stayed after hours when I locked my keys in the car and made sure that I was safe until AAA arrived. I really appreciated that. The rest of the staff is great too, doing a good job with cleaning and usually pretty friendly. Thanks Lloyd for all the great years!:)

John Swetnam

This is a fine place to work out, attend fitness classes, or engage in racquet sports. I have always found the staff to be friendly, and the attention which they give is personal and individualized. The weight rooms have a wide variety of machines. You never see people having to wait to get on one machine or another. The free weight area is well stocked. The courts are well maintained and frequently resurfaced. The locker room was recently renovated and boasts a steam room, a sauna, and large hot tug in addition to showers and toilet facilities. The cost of being a member is quite reasonable. I would recommend it to a friend without reservation.

Robert Cleland

This place is so great! The staff is outstanding, particularly Bill who works the desk in the morning. He’s always attentive, kind and considerate. I highly recommend this gym.

Amy Thornton

I love LAC and consider it a treasure outside the ranks of corporate gyms. I became a member this year, and have also signed up for combination personal training and unlimited group training. I couldn't be happier with my choice of gyms. I hope it never goes away!!

John h

Terrriiiiibbbbbblllllle parking, and even worse policies. To make it even better I call to cancel my membership and get snobby attitude with the, well its our policy that you have to come in an fill out a cancellation form. Thats a first for me and just makes me even happier to be out of this place. Bottom line go check out giants gym.......

Samantha C

Great gym. With the new owners I've seen significant changes. The staff and trainers that I have interacted with have been friendly and welcoming.

erin magaw

All of the staff I’ve met so far are incredibly nice! Huge space, with a good selection of equipment. I personally enjoy using the functional fitness room for most of my workouts, but I definitely appreciate all of the other amenities!

Garleshia Norman

The Lloyd athletic is a great gym to join the people there are very friendly especially the front desk guy Billy.

Garrett Oliver

Clean, local, not crowded.

Brady McCollom

Workers are very nice. It is never too busy, and machines are always available.

Scot Perkins

Great community gym! Very friendly