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This gym has had a serious impact on my life. 6 months (and 20 pounds heavier) ago I walked in with my friend. I have a gym in my condo complex that I can use for free, so I just wanted something cheap since I didn't really think I needed a gym. I was smoking a pack a day.
I met the owners right there. In fact they're always there. Reema and Tony. LISTEN CLOSELY: I read some negative reviews on here... Tony and Reema are two of the most genuine, caring, encouraging, and dedicated owners you can meet. They are there all the time. I joined because Reema showed me the importance of being at a gym where the atmosphere promoted a better lifestyle (unlike my condo gym where the hours were limited, as were the equipment, and there's never anyone there.) The culture of the gym is a direct reflection of their dedication. Members respect each other at Soleil... they put their weights away on the rack when they are done, if I walk to a machine at the same time as another person, we each will welcome the other person to go first. Other gyms it's NOT LIKE THAT. I've belonged to many... believe me, it's different here. No juiceheads, all genders, ages, races, and that makes it easy to be there. Sometimes I'll go in my dress shoes, slacks and t-shirt after work (I have very limited time) and I'll still feel comfortable because no one gives me funny looks at all -- I think everyone there respects one another because we're all there for the same reason -- to be better physically and to be better to each other as people. Tony and Reema... I'm telling you they set the example.
Since I joined I've lost 20 pounds, I've quit smoking, I've gained so much motivation and energy. I am a much more positive person in life and I look forward going to the gym as much as I can. It's a place to go to be around people that are like me... just a normal guy that wants to get in really good shape. And it's anything you want it to be... there's a boxing ring, mats and punching bags for people that want to do MMA training (I haven't done it yet but it's fun to watch while on the elliptical or treadmill, there's plenty of machines and weights so I never have a problem getting a machine I want to use (I'll usually go somewhere between 6 pm -11 pm.) If you just walk in you'll see what I mean. There's a barber shop, day care, massage area, and a few other shops inside the gym. I can't speak for how they are, but I already have a stylist, I don't have kids and I'm not into the massage thing. They all look clean, professional and welcoming so I wouldn't have a problem walking into any of them.
You're only going to get out of a gym what you put into it... but I'm telling you, you can get ripped here, lose weight, make friends, be comfortable, play pool or ping pong, take a shower, get a haircut... it goes on and on.
You won't know whether or not this is the gym for you by reading my review or anyone else's for that matter. I suggest just going for free for a few days and hopefully I'll see you there! I'm the guy in the dress slacks.
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