Fourteen years ago, Houston Gym opened as an alternative to big, impersonal fitness centers with their staff of high-pressure salespeople. We built a facility that boasts leading-edge equipment, yet retains the casual feel of a neighborhood gym. Simply put, Houston Gym is a place for people who are serious about achieving physical fitness.

Houston Gym is committed to providing our members with the tools they need for an effective, efficient and enjoyable exercise program. That's led to our well-earned reputation as a fun place to work out. Just ask one of the several competitive bodybuilders who call Houston Gym home.

Our knowledgeable, professional counselors take an active role in each member's individual success, creating an atmosphere of assistance and encouragement. Excellent certified personal training is also available.

Having outgrown our original location, we recently opened our awesome new 15,000 square-foot facility at 1501 Durham. Drop by anytime and let us show you how consistent weight training with state-of-the-art Cybex® equipment, Precor and Lifefitness cardiovascular program and common-sense nutrition can assure your success. Whether you're interested in weight loss, toning, competitive bodybuilding or just starting out, Houston Gym is the right place for you.

OUR STAFF

What do you get when you staff a gym with committed, experienced fitness counselors? People who are interested in you even after you join. Every Houston Gym membership comes with three introductory personal training sessions and a monthly body composition evaluation conducted by one of our staff members. 

Houston Gym is committed to providing our members with the tools they need for an effective, efficient and enjoyable exercise program. That's led to our well-earned reputation as a fun place to work out. Just ask one of the several competitive bodybuilders who call Houston Gym home.

Our knowledgeable, professional counselors take an active role in each member's individual success, creating an atmosphere of assistance and encouragement. Excellent certified personal training is also available.

Having outgrown our original location, we recently opened our awesome new 7500 square-foot facility at 1501 Durham. Drop by anytime and let us show you how consistent weight training with state-of-the-art Cybex® equipment, a moderate cardiovascular program and common-sense nutrition can assure your success. Whether you're interested in weight loss, toning, competitive bodybuilding or just starting out, Houston Gym is the right place for you.

REVIEWS

Digital City

Houston Gym is a laid-back, high-energy neighborhood spot with all of the modern equipment and none of the attitude of the large chain gyms. It offers an extensive freeweight facility and has upgraded to LifeFitness Cross-Trainer machines for low-impact cardiovascular workouts. The gym concentrates on all aspects of fitness,from cardiovascular to wieght training. One of the 15 personal trainers on staff will walk you through your first three or four workouts and help you determine your personal fitness goals. Not only is the gym's attitude relaxed, its payment plan is too -- you are only required to sign up for a simple one-year contract.

Health & Fitness Magazine

Houston Gym Specialties: weight loss, toning, weight training, bodybuilding. Accommodate individual needs.
Unique: Programs based on work-out experience, time constraints, budget and goals. Fun, friendly atmosphere; unrestricted access to the club.

Background: Certified/degreed professionals specializing in programs ranging from weight loss and toning programs to competitive bodybuilding and nutritional programs.

Out Smart Magazine

Their new facilities, located at 1501 Durham Street between the River Oaks/Memorial/Montrose neighborhoods and the Houston Heights, contain over 15,000 square feet of exercise area with new state-of-the-art equipment and expanded locker rooms. Houston Gym will also have extended operating hours. 
     The modern metal-finished building was designed with a vaulted single-slope roofline to expand the interior space of the structure and to allow members to exercise in a comfortable, yet expansive space. The air-conditioning ductwork, electrical fixtures, and the steel super-structure remain exposed to complete the clean industrial loft-style appearance. The architects designed the structure to complement the surrounding neighborhoods, which include a variety of brick/stucco and metal-framed townhomes.  
     The most notable equipment addition is the new 12-station state-of-the-art cybex VR2 equipment. This equipment is designed to accommodate users of all sizes and exercise levels, from rehabilitative work to competitive bodybuilding. All staff members have been thoroughly trained on the use of this equipment and will be instructing members old and new on the proper techniques and benefits of these exciting new machines. "This new equipment will enable Houston Gym to tailor-make 30- to 45-minute exercise programs for active Houstonians who want to shed a few pounds, and build and tone their bodies," says Bobby Arnold, club manager. "Then we always have free weights to add different exercises to routines over time."
     "Over the past seven years, Houston Gym has become a nationally recognized institution with a solid reputation and has attracted a wide range of clientele from absolute beginners to nationally known competitive bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts," says Johnnie West, Owner. "In addition, we’ve attracted some of Houston’s top personal trainers who can offer our clients an unparallel level of professional instruction on the use and benefits of exercise and nutrition. Our new facility will enable us to attract more members and ensure that they are properly trained on the wide variety of equipment that is now available to them."
     During January, Houston Gym will be offering a variety of attractively priced grand opening specials to ensure that each individual interested in starting and staying with an exercise program has the opportunity to do so now. With obesity, diabetes, and heart disease on the rise in the United States and in Houston, what better time than right now to reverse that trend for you? For more information, call 713/880-9191.