Bronson Athletic Club

Past member who was trying to work out for the day while back in town. Membership staff was unfriendly and unhelpful and ultimately wouldn’t allow me to get a day pass. Would recommend that anyone considering a gym membership look at other options.

Where can I even start on BAC? A little overwhelmed if you haven’t been here before; the entry is huge, with a waiting area, a deli, a check-​in counter, clothing for sale, etc. You are typically greeted by a friendly face at the counter and if you’re a member, you quickly check-​in and on you go. The locker rooms are close by, smell free and with private lockers for your use. If you need to shower or clean up; all of the items, including shampoo, deodorant, shaving cream, etc. are complimentary. The facility… TOP NOTCH! From multiple racquetball courts, basketball courts, free weights, machines too many to count (all state of the art) and personal trainers everywhere; this is your #1 place. If you are looking for a pool for laps, rehabilitation, or a nice soak in the hot tub… again, no comparison. The only «problem» with BAC is that it is not very affordable (like the «Y»); but by design, this is not a place for everyone… it is only for folks very serious about their workout for sure.

This club has all the bells and whistles. Great facility and locker rooms.
My experience was raised from a 3-​star to a 4-​star only because of three main employees.
Sheri Shon, Ryan Davis, and the fitness floor employee whose name I wasn’t able to catch welcomed me and made my experience enjoyable. These three individuals are professional and cared about me as a person.
I am an out-​of-​towner who grew up in Kalamazoo and who used to work at this club. On top of that, I am a veteran, a yoga instructor, a certified Athletic Trainer, a certified personal trainer and a lululemon ambassador. When I went to the front desk to PURCHASE a day pass, I was turned away initially, the manager stating that BAC is an exclusive club.
I understand that places have policies in place, but I felt ostracized and embarrassed that I did not know of the policy. The manager made me feel like I was not important, he had no interest in my story and made no attempt to help me find a way to abide by the rules AND find a way to make me, the customer, happy. I am a fitness enthusiasts and manage a yoga studio, I would NEVER treat a client the way this man treated me.

I am not a member here so my review is bas d entirely on swim lessons. I signed my eight year old up for lessons here mainly because of the convenient location to work and home. It was comparable in price to other places in town. $ 80 for a six week session, would be less if I was a member. The he place is impeccably clean! Locker rooms are spotless. Swim staff is fantastic and seem genuinely excited about what they are doing. Lessons have a very low staff to student ratio. I have been very impressed!

I don’t have a lot to compare this gym to. I have been a member here for 7 years and have never belonged to any other gym.
Everything here is top of the line. Each cardio machine has a personal tv with many cable channels to choose from. There is a full schedule of classes– aerobic, swimming, spinning, kettle bell, yoga, and more. Equipment is frequently updated. Most recently, they added a Synrgy360 studio. The club has a basketball court, handball/​racquetball courts, several group exercise studios and three pools. There is also an indoor track.
Locker rooms have hot tubs, cold plunges, steam rooms and saunas. Massage services are available. There is a child care area, but I don’t know anything about how that works.
The only thing I wish this gym had is a climbing wall.

I was an out of towner and needed to get a workout in. Bronson Athletic Club was kind enough to open their doors to me. I was very impressed by not only the kindness of the staff, but also the gym members. The members were very welcoming, even asking me to come back again and play basketball with them.
If you live in the Kalamazoo area, I would highly consider joining this gym. I spoke to Katie with membership, but I am sure you couldn’t go wrong speaking with anyone there.

Bronson Athletic Club is a great place to workout. The track, pool and machines are perfect for my workout plan. The staff is friendly and helpful and it is clean and comfortable. Even the café has great chicken salad. I would recommend this club to anyone who is considering a health club in the area.