Archetype Strength - 24 Hour Open Gym

Hands my favorite gym in the area. Almost feel like this place saved my life. Community judgment free, clean and they challenge you and encourage at the sametime. The gym events are always awesome. Also 24 hour strength training gym!

Easily the best gym I’ve ever been to, and it’s not even close. I came to visit my brother in Cary and was a guest for a few days. The equipment was top tier and so was the gym environment. I would honestly consider moving to Cary just so this could be my home gym. Keep up the great work y’all!

I've been going to Archetype Strength for almost a year now. Since January (it is now November) I've lost a total of 45lbs, severely reduced my body fat, and put on a bit of noticeable muscle. Archetype, for me, has been the best gym I've ever held a membership at - and I've tried more than a few over the years.A gym is a gym, right? And it only matters how much work YOU put in. While this is true - not all gyms are created equal, and the results you get will differ depending on what you have access to. That's one of the best things about Archetype, you have access to everything, 24/7. It's a private, very clean, and professional gym. As such - you don't wait in line for that one bro to FINALLY get off the rower/squat rack/bench. You don't have to struggle to find space to actually use free weights, and you have access to extra stuff I've never had at other gyms before such as multiple punching bags, sledgehammers and tractor tires, and weight sleds.On top of all of that, the owner, Steve, is easy to work with. A simple text will resolve 99% of the issues that can occur at the gym. A piece of equipment is out of order? It won't be the next time you go in if you let him know. Have a request for a small piece of equipment such as a particular bar for the cable machines, he'll likely order it if you just text him about it.You also get access to a private gym Facebook group, the option for personal training with a decently flexible schedule, and access to friendly challenges for reps within the gym via the blackboards.It's not $10 a month, and I'm glad - because the people that pay to go to Archetype are serious about making a change in their lives. I've fit into clothing sizes this year that I haven't in almost a decade. The work you put in at Archetype Strength, the results you'll see in yourself, and the other friendly people you'll meet there truly make this the best gym in Cary.

The gym itself (Cary location) is in good shape and has a wide range of equipment. Though, it was lacking some TLC when I had last went, which I also provided as feedback when I canceled via the online form. Easy things like cleaning up the bathroom and gym, keeping sanitary items stocked, and so on. I ultimately canceled as I switched to a closer gym, but, those items did play a small role in my decision. It seems as though the owner is a bit removed from the day-to-day workings and perhaps that plays a big part in my primary concerns. Perhaps more focused on the new location that is soon to be opening. So all in all the gym itself is Ok; however, my review is largely based on the cancelation process, which if you couldn’t tell from previous reviews is horrendous. The owner should take this as a sign that it’s time to fix what is a very broken process. I canceled via the online form and received no confirmation. I then followed up via email with the owner and once again received no confirmation. I was then overcharged the next month after canceling, contacted the owner, and with the same pattern received no confirmation or response. Ultimately, I filed a fraud claim with my bank against the overcharge and thankfully was refunded.** UPDATE **Adding on to my review and switching from 2 to 4 after receiving a heartfelt call from Dominick expressing his concerns and apologies. Sounds like they're taking all of the feedback (from everyone) and applying it with sincerity, which I loved to hear. I wish nothing but the best for Archetype and I hope that all the kinks are sorted out soon. I did truly enjoy the gym (and may return one day). As the saying goes, "Take care of your customer and the business will take care of itself."

I just signed up three days ago. First of all, I’m wildly in love with this gym. Before I signed up, I called the number posted on google and it’s the actual owners’ cell phone. His tone and delivery is straight to the point. I asked one …

The best gym. I’m super new to lifting and took classes to learn, and it’s been amazing. The open gym is sweet too because the other gym-goers are friendly and gave me a few tips. …

I wished there was a zero or negative star for the professionalism and communication. Canceling your membership is nearly impossible after giving a 30 day notice and paying the final monthly payment. We cancelled on 02/26/22 and should have …

Bad business been trying to cancel my membership and no one in the office is to be found. My account has be charged over the months.

Great place to work out. Not too many people at the times I go in. Equipment is what I need. Just sad that I’ve moved and live about 30 minutes away now

Archetype is everything you want in a gym. It has a great environment and top of the line equipment. They have a ton of unique lifting equipment you won’t find at your average gym.