Midtown Athletic Club

I love midtown so much I can’t even begin to describe….Truly the atmosphere, classes/instructors, amenities, sense of community, vibes and more are just so yummy for the mind, body, and soul. You feel so empowered and good about yourself when here or after spending time here. Shout out to Erin, Randi, Cari, Jason and all the other fabulous class instructors helping me expand my yoga / Pilate / cycling skills! Also shout out to Lydia and Chris at the front desk - they are always so kind and welcoming each and every day! Couldn’t recommend this club more to those looking to join!☺️🧘🏽‍♀️🙌🏾✨ Edit* ALSO if you’re looking for personal training talk to Ania!!! She’s THE best🏋🏾 and shout out to Barb and all the staff that help out esp in the women’s locker room. You guys are everything 🩷

Definitely the nicest gym in Rochester, but feels more like a club. Plenty of indoor and outdoor tennis courts, paddle tennis courts, pickleball courts, a couple of racquetball courts, tons of cardio and strength (traditional, functional and athletic) equipment in addition to yoga, Pilates and spin studios. Other amenities include spa, and in the locker rooms there are saunas and steam rooms. The cafe and paddle hut both have fireplaces which make for very cozy remote work locations in the cold winter months.

My favorite spot! Gavin is a superstar trainer, highly recommend him! I’ve been training with him since having my 2nd baby in 2 years and am very happy and proud of my progress through his guidance. Gavin pushes me to train hard while prioritizing my confidence in the gym. He makes himself available to answer my questions and provide modifications on the fly outside of sessions. He keeps training fresh and fun and turns it up as required, excellent at reading client needs. I can always count on Gavin to make me smile and cry in the same session! Childcare at Kidtown is awesome, my kids love going and staff is excellent with them. Lots of fun family events to attend. Pool is great for both kids and adults, both an energy outlet and tranquil retreat.

Today I visited Midtown as the guest of a friend that is a member. We took a Saturday morning Pilates class and it was challenging but energizing. I took a tour of the facility and enjoyed a smoothie at the cafe. It’s such a beautiful gym and there were so many different classes going on, I can tell there’s something for everyone! After returning home, I realized I had dropped my sunglasses in the parking lot. I called the front desk and a member had kindly turned them in! I wish I lived closer to their location because I would join in a heartbeat. I’m still considering it, but it would just be a long drive both ways. Grateful I was able to visit today though!

I was a member at Midtown years ago and, after moving away for a decade, I’ve come back several times as a guest with friends and family. The facilities themselves are beautiful. Midtown is a great choice for people who want a luxury gym experience—sauna, steam, classes, and a pleasant space to exercise. Personally, I find it less appealing for consistently structured workouts, but that’s more a matter of preference. What really disappointed me on this most recent visit was the customer service. From the moment I signed up as a visitor, the front desk staff were neither polite nor helpful. The check-in process felt cold and transactional, with no attempt to be welcoming. Later, when I approached with a question, I stood waiting—clearly trying to get their attention—for about two minutes while two employees finished their personal conversation. When I finally and politely interrupted, they reacted as if I had done something wrong. I also had a brief conversation with a gentleman in membership, and in only a few minutes he managed to imply—twice—that I was being dishonest. The tone was unnecessary and frankly unprofessional. This stood in contrast to past visits, where I’d had positive experiences, including as a member and even as a guest on a complimentary post-deployment pass. Unfortunately, this visit left me feeling unwelcome and disrespected. At Midtown’s price point, basic courtesy and professionalism should be the minimum standard. If I lived in Rochester, this experience alone would be enough to keep me from rejoining.