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Excel Fitness in West Hartford, CT, offers a welcoming and intimate atmosphere with personalized attention from exceptional trainers. The gym is well-equipped, boasting machines, free weights, and cardio equipment, and it rarely gets crowded, allowing for a comfortable workout experience. The staff, including standout trainers like Jeff, Teddy, and Lyzz, are known for their caring, knowledgeable, and humorous approach, making workouts both effective and enjoyable. Additionally, Excel Fitness is a Medicare-authorized Silver Sneakers site, providing free memberships and classes for seniors, contributing to its inclusive environment.

However, potential members should note that the gym does not have a pool and occasional lapses in organizational efficiency have been reported. Despite these minor drawbacks, the friendly atmosphere and dedication of the staff make Excel Fitness a top choice for anyone looking to improve their health in a supportive setting.

Pros:

  • Welcoming and intimate atmosphere
  • Exceptional trainers with personalized attention
  • Well-equipped with machines, free weights, and cardio equipment
  • Rarely crowded
  • Caring, knowledgeable, and humorous staff
  • Medicare-authorized Silver Sneakers site
  • Inclusive for all ages and fitness levels
  • Offers massages
  • Focus on client’s individual needs
  • Free parking and convenient hours

Cons:

  • No pool available
  • Occasional lapses in organizational efficiency
  • Some reports of trainers being late

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“I have been going to Excel Fitness for several years since my Newington Curves closed. Jeff set up a special room with all of the Curves equipment and I am grateful for that. I notice that Jeff and his staff are dedicated, hard working, and always ready to help anyone who asks. I am particularly aware of how he and his staff interact with their clients during the one-one sessions. They focus on the clients and guide and encourage them.” - Linda Stewart

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Excel fitness is a great place to work out. I highly recommend this gym. It is also a place that staff and trainers are friendly and knowledgeable. My personal trainer is Teddy Jiminez. He design workouts that meets your goal and makes training fun with a great sense of humor.

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I’ve been coming to Excel Fitness for 5 years and absolutely love the full-service, personal attention. You don’t only know your trainer, but all the staff as well. I have been training with Lyzz and absolutely love her commitment to making my work out a priority. She pushes me beyond what I think I’m capable of doing, all the time making me believe I could do more. I have had some physical limitations, but Lyzz takes the time to design a work around and explains the purpose of each exercise – so I know exactly what muscle groups are being worked. I have become much stronger and confident in my physical abilities. If you are looking for a great place to work out – check out Excel Fitness. They also offer massages!

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I have been working with Lyzz for the past 3 years & I always feel better after a session. She is so knowledge & will adjust exercises depending on how you feel that day. She is fun to work with & has a great personality. The rest of the team is just as courteous, friendly & knowledgeable. The gym is clean & friendly with plenty of equipment.

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I have been working out with Teddy Jimenez ...my personal trainer since becoming a member of excelfitness. I am challenged by him to go the extra mile every time I train.I have also been previleged to work with the other members of staff from time to time. The staff overall is very knowledgeable and professional. They tailor the workout programs to the individual...no matter the age, physical condition.I am very satisfied with the services provided here and highly recommend this Gym to all interested in improving their health.Jeff the owner, is a very personable fellow who possess a healthy sense of humor.

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I highly recommend this gym. As a senior citizen with no previous gym experience,I had some trepidation when first joining almost two years ago but the trainers and othermembers were friendly and welcoming so I did not feel uncomfortable.I work with Jeff Roux, the owner, and he is terrific.He is extremely conscientious and sincere , very patient ,has a sense of humor and is prepared for each session with a carefully written out individualizedplan. Each session carefully increases the difficulty levels , while taking great care to prevent injuries.I feel that my balance, overall strength, and posture have all shown significant improvement as a result ofthese sessions.

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I have been going to this gym for a couple of months now and it’s a great gym. The gym rarely ever gets crowded which is nice because you can workout comfortably rather than be confined to small area like in the name brand gyms. The staff is nice and the owner Jeff is pretty chill. I train with Teddy who has been a great trainer teaching me how to workout effectively for each body parts. He taught me different methods of working out if certain equipments are not available. Always telling me to take notes so I don’t forget the workout routine and his advice when I go off in the fall. I would highly recommend this gym.

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I scoped out Excel Fitness because they are authorized by Medicare as a Silver Sneakers site. This is a free class for seniors. With it comes a free membership to the gym. I stayed because I love the intimate, laid-back atmosphere, terrific trainers, and progress I am making in my fitness. I pay to train with Teddy Jimenez who also does the Silver Sneakers class. He is a delight and a wonderful professional trainer. The gym has all the equipment I can imagine. It is never crowded. No pool, but friendly, unassuming professionals and clients who become friends.If you are looking for a big warehouse of exercise equipment, lots of noise, impersonal staff, turnover of trainers, don't go to Excel Fitness.

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Thank you very much Dan!

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Daniel, We're sorry you didn't have a positive experience here. We wish you the best in your fitness quest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.

This business has a rating of 4.7-star.

This business has 50 reviews.

The address is: 589 New Park Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110 .

The contact number is (860) 523-8167

This service is listed under Gym .

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