How This Started
My fitness routine began in a small club near Avenida da Liberdade 42 in Lisbon. It was not perfect, but it was accessible, affordable, and it helped me build consistency.
After that place closed, I noticed how quickly the fitness scene in Portugal was evolving. New clubs opened, new concepts appeared, and marketing became louder than real member experience.
I started trying different gyms and classes, keeping notes after every visit. Over time those notes turned into this website, built to help others make clearer choices.
My Approach to Reviews
Every review on this site comes from real visits and real time spent inside the club. I focus on practical details that matter when you are choosing a membership.
When I review a fitness center, I typically:
- Take enough time to grasp routines, peak periods, and trends
- Go on various days and times
- Experiment with multiple training formats and instructors
- Use facilities regularly to assess cleanliness and comfort
- Speak with other members about what's consistent and what's not
- Take notes right after every visit
I refresh reviews when major changes occur: renovations, changes in management, price changes, or new facilities. Each article displays its last update date so you can see how up-to-date it is.
What I Look For
My priorities may differ from yours, so here is what matters most to me when assessing a gym:
Comfort and Privacy: Does the space feel thoughtfully designed for members, with proper boundaries and a tranquil vibe?
Equipment Quality: Are machines well-maintained? Is there sufficient variety? Are repairs swift?
Crowd Management: Can you train during your preferred times without constant queues?
Clean Facilities: Locker rooms, showers, floors, and all equipment surfaces. Cleanliness signals how seriously management takes the member experience.
Honest Membership Practices: Transparent pricing and policies, with no unexpected twists.
Beyond the Gym
Outside of training and writing, I live and work in Lisbon. This project is here to make fitness choices easier and more transparent for people looking for the right environment.
Get in Touch
I get inquiries from people weighing memberships or beginning their fitness journeys. I aim to reply whenever possible.
The best way to reach me is through the contact form.
If you have particular questions about a gym I’ve reviewed, I’m glad to share additional details. Suggestions for places I should visit next are welcome as well.
Thank you for reading. I hope you find something here helpful for your own fitness choices.