Ochsner Fitness Center - Harahan

This gym is over priced, however, I joined because, at the time, I worked for Ochsner. I signed up for the personal trainer (Craig G.) and I loved my workouts with him. He held me accountable in a way that I didn't feel like he was talking down to me. Nor did I feel like he just wanted to get to the next client. However, he was let go. The gym made no attempts to contact me and let me know. Nor did anyone step in for the appointment I had scheduled. Poor customer service from management with the handling of his departure and the clients that were left with no service for the money paid.

Love the jacuzzi, swimming, the equipment is top notch. I don't give them a 5 star just because the showers are always dirty.

Recently renovated areas are nice, though the bathrooms are very outdated. Was a member for a few years solely for the Afterburn class (HIIT/functional training), but am now switching gyms since they eliminated the class. If you’re looking for just weights, this is a good gym. If you’re interested in group classes, I’d caution that Ochsner classes don’t really cater to a younger generation. If you want line dancing or tai chi, this is the place! Any class comparable to F45 or OTF, look elsewhere. Most group classes are outdated, offered at poor times for those in school or working, or they’ll try to sell you on OPT for a premium.

This place is overpriced for no absolute reason. The pools are disgustingly dirty, there’s one unisex sauna that was dirty and had roaches in it. People would come from the pool drenched and sit on the benches and it would smell moldy after a while, that shouldn’t be allowed you should be dry in the sauna. They need to have a sauna in each bathroom and clean at all times. The babysitting set up was so unnecessary. Two to three workers and they couldn’t handle a few kids at a time. Meanwhile club 4 fitness which is the gym we switched to doesn’t have you sign up prior and takes enough kids to fill up the room safely and with just one worker. They wouldn’t let you slide and leave your kid for the remainder of the time if you were late which is bizarre to me spending 200$ a month here in Louisiana for a fitness center that was dirty all the time. We’re spending at club 4 fitness 45$ a month that includes babysitting, saunas, massage chair and so much more and it’s always spotless. Don’t waste your time or money here.

The place is amazing, clean, fun layout, great to have indoor track and all other amenities. The class sign up process is troublesome for my fluctuating schedule. Be nice to have couple more work out rooms to have more classes available at same time, even if class size must be downsized. Curious he options. Overall, fun time in great environment for getting fit!

I love, this is gym! There are many older individuals that you will see in here. But I think that it makes it more feel at home! The employees are great and the place is very clean! You will experience both on your first visit!

I have been a member of Ochsner Fitness center in Elmwood for 2 years now: It is a state of the art facility , very well maintained , with all new and updated equipment and the classes are great!This Fitness center has very very dedicated staff who work so hard for us.I want to recommend a few employees who have given me an exceptional experience at this Center.Firstly, I want to recommend my trainer, Lisa and my son’s trainer Joseph , both of whom have been such a blessing for us.I used to have a mortal fear of lifting weights and strength training almost all of my life. My trainer, Lisa has been super-supportive, non-judgmental and very kind to me every step of the way. She has helped me to get stronger, feel more confident about myself and has become a great friend with whom I can share so much about training and indeed, about life. Thank you so so much, my dear friend Lisa:):)Joseph too has created such a great impact on my young adult son. My son used to train with him for several months and has currently paused his training with Joseph for 9 months now due to personal reasons. My son always speaks joyfully and excitedly about how he can't wait to get back to the gym and train with Joseph again....This is because Joseph has been very innovative in the exercise routines he has created for my son . He has always challenged and encouraged my son so much.My son will be resuming his training with his favorite trainer, Joseph very very soon:):)I also want to recommend Yvette, Gavin, and Sam who work at the cafeteria. They are always very very polite and super-helpful. They always make me feel cared for and they never hesitate to say a warm Hello to me whenever they see me. I always enjoy my conversations with them every time I stop by to get a snack:):)It is these wonderful employees who make my experience at this center so memorable and enjoyable.Thank you so much , Ochsner Fitness Center.

Excellent facilities, new gym equipment. The outdoor pools are usually empty for lap swim. Indoor pool and wading pool is crowded most days.

Ochsner Fitness is a bit pricey but you get what you pay for! They have all sorts of equipment, classes, and luxuries that you just don't get at other gyms.One thing that I find annoying is that members are required to spend $10 a month at the snack bar. If they don't their account is charged an extra $10. But they have plenty of options at the snack bar, so if you're going to get a snack anyway then it shouldn't be a problem.

Pretty good gym with nice variety of equipment. Limited hours on weekends and holidays. Some classes fill up so fast that I haven't even been able to try them.