Bay Club Pacific Palisades

The people who run this chain are only after your money. Its one of the most expensive chains. Some of the facilities are pretty good but when I had a problem with my membership they showed their true colors and made me pay and pay again, just to leave. Its a shame, they could be great but money grubbing has spoiled my whole experience. more

The best thing about the Spectrum is that there is one close to where I live in the Palisades and one near where I work in Santa Monica. Another nice feature is that its usually not crowded especially off hours. The down sides are many but I will just mention a few. My two main issues are .. The equipment is not well maintained. There is often mechanical problems with the equipment or electronic issues like the television doesn't work or if that works the audio doesn't or if that works the cable is out all together. Either the sauna is broken or the steam room is broken or incredibly both. My second issue is there are not enough signs and virtually no enforcement of their no cell phone policy. Despite what they say it is rare that any manager walks through the gym to tell people to put there phones away so almost everyday I have to ask people to take there phone conversations outside which is incredibly annoying. People get some manners and Spectrum please start enforcing your own rules. Pros: Not crowded. Cons: Many more

I've been a member for a few months now and I am very disappointed. With high monthly dues, this gym is trying to be "high-end", yet there are always machines out of order and the place feels like it's falling apart. The view of the ocean is nice and the cafe is good, but that's about all I can say that is positive. The billing practices are highly unethical and you will get taken advantage of in any way they can get away with it. I hear people all the time complaining in there about how the rates were quietly raised without notification, or how they will still charge you for two months after you cancel. All they care about is getting as much money as possible for as little in return. I think I'll cancel and try Equinox in Santa Monica. Pros: Ocean view, good cafe, one free personal trainer session. Cons: Shabby, needs upgrading, unethical business practices. more

I have been a member at Spectrum for almost a year and have had nothing but great experiences. I started taking my 2 children (age 3 and 5) to the Kid's Club about 6 months ago and they have a blast. Normally I would worry about leaving my kids with strangers, but after meeting the staff and seeing them interact with the kids I was immediately relieved. In addition, to the number of services the kid's club offers, they also offer a birthday party planning service. I recently had my 5 year-old daughters birthday party at the club and it turned out to be the easiest and funnest party I've had for my kids! The spacious setting, fun equipment, friendly and organized staff, and very reasonable prices are a few of the awesome perks! Try it and I guarentee you will love it! more

To start off the kids area is amazing, not only are there tons of things for kids to do and play; the staff is great. They are attentive to all the kids and are very welcoming towards friends and family members. They also offer a parents night out which my husband and I needed so much!!!!! I highly recommend this club. more

Hi I'm a parent who attented a birthday party held at this club. First let me state that the staff is very friendly,welcoming,warm and full of energy. It's a very active and adventurous environment all rolled into one. This place is one of the best for a kid's party. more

The kids club at Spectrum is one of the best I have ever been to. The staff is very friendy, the daycare rates are very inexpensive. The best thing about their kids club is the lator gator program, I can drop of my 2 kids and go grocery shopping and run other errands and know that my kids are in good hands. more

I love working out at Spectrum!!! If you are an outdoors type of person that needs the convenience of all this Health club has to offer, this is your kind of place. The ocean views are spectacular in the ocean front studio. Doing yoga in there is magical and breathtaking. After I have my morning yoga, I love to run, bike or do the stepmill on the balcony to get fresh air and take in more of the beautiful views. My trainer is fantastic and has already helped me to lose 15 pounds and get me ready for the fitness challenge I am doing in the summer. The food at the cafe is delicious and once again, dining is available inside or outside so you can enjoy the Pacific. I love, love, love this club!!! Pros: great ocean views, result driven trainers, delicious food, beautiful yoga studio more

Only people who want to have fun while losing weight and pushing iron should sign up for this program. Both Donna and Robyn know how to push participants while at the same time making sure everybody is having a good time. The regime works! I should know, I've done it 6 times. more

I have been a member of spectrum for some time now and have always consider myself a gym bunny, but I never worked out with a trainer, because too many of them gloss over and check themselves out in the mirror! Last week a trainer came up to me to show me how to better use the tricep machine. He was so nice and professional. His name is Brian Eno and now he is my trainer! Pros: brian the trainer, clean, great view, close to the beach Cons: need to have classes on the beach. more

I have too wonderful children that are 8 months and 23 months. I was very pleased and happy when I saw how well the staff pays attention to everyone. They were always on alret what was going on with all the kids. The staff made sure my kids were safe and made sure they had a great time. The kids just love coming to the Kids Club. more

I just recently had my daughters Bithday Party with her friends at Palisades Spectrum Kids Club. I was extremly happy on how the party turned out. The staff was fantastic, they had great energy and great attitudes. It just couldn't have gone better. I was very pleased and I would do it again. more

Friendly atmosphere, nice staff. Very clean and it's never crowded. Tried the abs and body sculpt class on thursday nights, and the boot camp on monday nights. Both awesome classes. Pros: 2 hours free parking more

I just joined this club because a friend had such good things to say about their location in Santa Monica. Because I need to get started on my "new years" rseoultions (oh mu gosh - is it already March?) I joined over the phone. Normally I would never do that but the club representative I spoke to was so nice, professional and knowledgeable (and I have been procrastinating for so long!) that I went for it. I am so glad I did! The club is great, not intimidating or a fashion show and the classes are amazing. They have a beautiufl yoga studio that has a full view of the ocean so you feel like you are in some ultra chic resort doing yoga with stars. The club costs a tiny bit more than others but you get what you pay for and it's worth every cent. Pros: great view and atmosphere, plenty of parking, outstanding classes Cons: layout takes a little getting used to - you may get lost at first. more

In addition to being a top notch athletic club, the cafe located in the lobby of the club is phenomenal. They offer a variety of salads, breakfasts, killer burritos (that are healthy!) and smoothies. The meals are made to order and you can have your order ready for you after workout or class. I even eat there when I don't work out! Pros: Convenient free parking (for 2 hours), super friendly staff, ocean view while you dine. more

This is the best Kid's club program I have ever used in a club. The staff is warm and very friendly. My kids cry when they leave they love it so much Pros: Kid's Club; Working out with a view more