Retro Fitness

I worked out here for a bit because it was inexpensive. I really wanted to test the waters to see if I was serious about getting back in the gym…
THE GOOD…
–theater room (was nice and dark)
–lots of cardio machines
–drink bar
THE BAD…
–extremely cramped
–staff rarely said hello
–when I eventually canceled they tried to make up a story to charge me a penalty
–parking could get tough during peak hours
–minimal equipment
–no saunas
Overall, this Retro is good if you are looking to see if you’re serious about getting back in the gym. It’s by no means a long-​term solution. Very basic which is why it’s so inexpensive.

For a $ 20 a month gym it does the trick. It is clean and staff is friendly. It is a bit cramped, of course a lot of that has to do with the size of the space, I can’t help but think that they could utilize the space a bit better.

If you like constantly waiting to use equipment and being in a hot box sauna in the summer, this place is for you.
My favorite part is that I cancelled my membership, in writing, over a year ago and they are still billing me. Their corp office in New Jersey says they will take care of it and they don’t. I contacted the BBB and they told them it would be handled several months ago and it wasn’t. This place is unprofessional and has caused me a ton of headaches and wasted time. I ended up having to cancel my card and going through all the fun that involves. I would HIGHLY recommend staying away.

This is a nice gym. the machines are new and they have a good selection of weights. The machines are really really close together and feels cramped. This is just about my only complaint. Other then that it is a very nice place to get your workout on.

Dropped in for a workout when I was visiting my family for the holidays. It has its pros and cons, which will be more/​less important to you, based on your workout.
Cons:
No chalk
No bumper plates
No dropping of weights
Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean facility
Inexpensive
Has a squat rack, plus DB’s going up to 150 lbs.
Has cheap post-​workout smoothies. nom nom nom.
It has a bodybuilding vibe to the whole place, with lots of machines throughout. While not what I’d call «CrossFit workout friendly», I did see some signs that there might be some CrossFitters in the mix — a 24″ box, a prowler, even a big tractor tire around back. Something to look out for/​ask about, if it interests you.
While there are things I miss from my own gym (see the con list), it works in a pinch!
**Oh, and whomever is picking movies for the cardio theater and making the movie-​themed «re-​rack your weights» signs, is incredibly funny and has awesome taste.

I’ve been a member of four gyms in the Baltimore area over the last 7 years. I work out 4 – 5 times a week. I take it pretty seriously.
Retro has better equipment than MAC, LA Fitness, YMCA and Golds. They don’t have water polo, basketball, a sauna, towel service, or a funky smell. They cost at least 50% less than the other gyms. Retro is a true gym. It is bright and airy, with a good vibe.
I travel throughout the northeast, and I have access to other Retro gyms. That’s a perk, but the Timonium location is hands-​down the best Retro I’ve been in. I’m happy it is my «home» gym.
All I need is a clean gym, free-​weights, cardio, hammer strength, and a pleasant staff. Retro, for the most part, nails it.

Clean, inexpensive, not overcrowded. No bells and whistles, you get what you pay for. Basic cardio equipment, some machines and free weights. No real classes (a few kickboxing classes per week, but the one room they have is tiny), but if the difference is at least $ 60 more per month, then basic is alright with me.
What’s different about this place is that each piece of cardio equipment has it’s own television, so you can watch whatever you want. Also, they have a movie every day that you can tune into on the equipment or use the «movie room». Yep, big screen feel while you do your cardio.
Best thing though, to make up for not having hosted classes, they have interactive classes. You can sift through over 50 different classes and take it whenever you want. Assuming that no one is using it at the time or there’s something else going on inside that room. Most times though, it’s just people using mats to do ab workouts, stretching or jump rope and they don’t care if you do a class around them.
Seriously, smack in the middle of Timonium for $ 20 a month? Sold.

I’ve been going here a few days a week since mid-​December and I really enjoy it! The staff is pretty nice and professional and the place has an overall good vibe to it. They have ample weights and machines — you don’t have to wait long for anything — and they have enough cardio machines for all of Lutherville! My favorite part is the cardio theater, which plays a new — usually recent — movie every day. In fact, the other day, Zero-​Dark Thirty was playing and it’s still in theaters; yeah, kinda fishy, but I wasn’t complaining. Everything is clean and the trainers seem pretty professional as far as I know. In a more terse way of describing Retro Fitness, if you’re looking for a cheap gym where you can run and lift weights without all of the fancy spa and pool amenities then join. It’s not too expensive and it simply gets the job done.

Saw that they over bill when I researched prior to signing. Against better judgement signed 1 year contract. After 1 year cancelled and had them put in writing that they agreed to stop charging my card. Started to get my credit statements online and ignored my statements for a few. Upon review noticed they didn’t stop billing. Went to Lutherville location and manager Joe, at first was very unprofessional. He acted like we were at a bar and had a disagreement instead of at hIs job where the customer deserved to be treated appropriately. Afterwards he kept it professional and attempted to help. Their billing ABCretro was to fault. Assured me upon many follow up visits he was taking care of it. Never did. Had to stop and block them from my credit card. This has been going on for months and still isn’t resolved. I haven’t been credited the over bill.
Do not fall for the low price. Not worth the headache and attitude. Go to Brick Body for 10 $ more and no trouble when you cancel.
The old «month to month after 1 yr» scam– Retrofitness bread and butter!
Look online under Retrofitness and scam and see what pops up if you don’t believe my nightmare.

Their tag line is «modern gym, retro prices». I think it is appropriate. The gym is clean and has new equipment (yeah, no beat up equipment with missing parts from the 80s), plus a low monthly fee. You can’t beat that with a stick or barbell.
This gym has lots of NEW cardio equipment including treadmills, elliptical, recumbent bikes, etc., so no need to wait for a machine. There are plenty of strength training machines, cable system and free weights. If you are in the mood to catch a movie, they have a cardio theater where they feature a different movie each day to help you get through your cardio workout.
Aside from all the equipment, features and services, you get a clean gym. You see someone cleaning and there are plenty of hand sanitizing wipes and dispensing stations, so you can stay «germ free.» Hooray for clean!

Great gym! All new equipment and really clean! Not too crowded and plenty of machines.