Gold's may not have all the amenities of more expensive gyms, but delivers a tremendous amount of value for your money, including complimentary monthly sessions with one of its personal trainers. Shael Welton has been my trainer there and played a big role in helping me meet several fitness goals within four months of becoming a member. She put me on a solid track in the beginning and made effective changes to my plan in subsequent sessions. She has also been very encouraging when she sees me there and offered to help me with a new piece of equipment to me when another similar machine on the floor was out of order.

Gold's Gym changed my life around for the better!!! I first came to Gold's with a brace on my left knee and a brace on my right wrist with a big ole beer belly, I'm 27 and was in horrible shape. I began training with Shael Welton and that was the beginning of a new and improved me. After the first few sessions I was whooped and ready to throw in the towel but I had made a commitment and I was sticking with it. If it hadn't been for Shael's support, push, and gnarly enthusiasm she brings to the work out I would of bailed.Today I'm 25 fat LBS lighter and in the best shape of my life physically and indurance wise, the best part if no more knee or wrist braces!!!. If you really want to make a change for a healthier you than I highly recommend Gold's Gym and ask for Shael Welton as a trainer. I wouldn't change Gyms for the world. Gold's and Shael changed my life for the better!!!

I highly recommend Michele Kullmann as a personal trainer. Her expertise and encouragement during our sessions helped me to reach my fitness goals throughout several months of training. She helped me to push past limits I feel I could have never approached on my own, while remaining positive and supportive about my progress. Her knowledge about fitness was evident during our sessions. Having never trained before, I was nervous and skeptical at first. Michele and Eric created a comfortable environment where I could work on myself, learning new techniques and exercises. The workouts were tough, but I appreciate that Michele was able to find the balance between “this isn’t too bad” and “this is so difficult I’m going to pass out.” She was quick to correct my form, if necessary, but also to let me know when I was doing a good job. She took the time to learn about my goals and my limits so that she could tailor my sessions, and I could see better results. Going into my sessions every week, I knew that I would have a challenging workout, but I would feel great afterwards. I also appreciated her sense of humor, which made the training sessions more enjoyable.

Gold's Gym is my favorite Gym in Charlottesville; the staff is always so helpful. I've been to other gyms before and Gold's always makes me feel comfortable and nonjudgmental! The price is very reasonable and they have a ton to offer. I attend many of the class they and I always leave there knowing I got a great workout! The instructors are well trained and really enjoy teaching! Gold's is also the only gym around that will allow you to travel to other Gold's gyms if you are out of town on business or pleasure! They have so many of them; it allows me to stick to my workout routine instead of paying extra at another gym. If you have any questions or concerns I always contact the manager Mark, he is always willing to help!

I joined Golds in May 2013. My mom joined at the same time. She decided the gym wasn't for her so cancelled her membership. Billing somehow messed up and charged her for another month. I had some issues getting in touch with them so I called the gym. I spoke with Mark, the manager. He went above and beyond to help me. I know there has been alot of bad reviews. Yes the billing department isn't the greatest but for the price and the amount of equipment it is definitely worth it. They have a ton of classes daily and the instructors are amazing. Roseanna at the front desk is always very friendly and remembers everyone's name and little details about them. I think the issue people have run into is when they have an issue they do not address it immediately. I've had issues in the past but speaking up helped tremendously. Mark the manager will do everything in his power to remedy the situation. I would say if you are looking for an affordable gym, JOIN!