River Valley Athletic Club & Spa

1826 Northwestern Ave, Stillwater, MN 55082, USA

Address:	1826 Northwestern Ave, Stillwater, MN 55082, USA
Phone:	+1 651-439-7611
Site:	rivervalleyathleticclub.com
Rating:	3.2
Working:	5:15AM–10PM 5:15AM–10PM 5:15AM–10PM 5:15AM–10PM 5:15AM–10PM 7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM

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stanleytheparrot

RVAC is a decent fitness center. Some of the equipment is poorly maintained while other machines are working just fine. They recently added new treadmills, however at least 1, if not 2 are already under repair. There are some front desk receptionists who are friendly and welcoming and others who give the impression they would rather be anywhere but working the front desk. On the plus side, there is free wi-fi, all types of body shapes and sizes workout here. If youre not "Gold Gyms body builder of the month", you wont feel uncomfortable. The entire facility is aging. I think theyre doing the best they can with the resources they have to keep up as much as possible with keeping the place presentable. However, its 2015 and people have multiple options for where they want to spend their money. If I could wave a magic wand, Id wish for a complete and full remodel of the gym. Complete with state of the art weight machines, all new cardio, a full locker room makeover and a total re-do of the interior. If youve been to a Lifetime Fitness lately there is simply no comparison to RVAC. However, if you understand that what you have going into a membership here is a simply "Okay" facility, you wont be disappointed.

T Money

I (and my family) have been members at River Valley for just about 18 yrs now but I am ready to cut all ties with this gym. The equipment is all about the same as when we joined and today doesnt seemed to be well maintained. Today however was the last straw for me, as I was trying to finish my cool down I was approached by the front desk associate who very rudely told me they were closed and I needed to leave, once I had gathered my things and was heading to my car I noticed right behind me that the front desk lady was also leaving even though there was still staff in the gym. Needless to say I will be cancelling my membership at River Valley and begin the process of opening my own gym, which I will then make it my mission to put them out of business while showing them how a real gym is supposed to operate.

William Hagestad II

River Valley Athletic Club is a disgusting place - do not waste your time or money going there. The wenches running the place and the crabby and skanks they have at the front counter create such a negative atmosphere we cancelled our membership. The equipment is old and dangerous, the locker rooms are dirty and smell. Go to the Y or another place where the equipment is not dangerous to use and the staff actually wants you to be a member. River Valley Athletic Club IS NOT RECOMMENDED - DO NOT GO THERE!

David Lee

Hmmm, Im not sure why there are so many negative reviews about the front desk staff. I have always been greeted with a smile and a helpful attitude. The machines are a bit worn. The newer ones seem to get the most use and then break down more often. The trainers are great and the classes are very good. I wish more were available in the evenings. If you have a normal working schedule in the cities, you are sort of out of luck with many of the classes.

Greg Kagan

I didnt mind the older equipment; in fact I was quite fond of some of it. But the clubs solution to the aging equipment situation in Spring 2017 was to get rid of a lot of it and replace it with EMPTY SPACE. And if you want a lesson in bad customer relations, have yourself a little chat with manager Laura, who told me twice in the course of a five minute conversation that I was free to look elsewhere. Lots of disgruntled customers there.

Anonymous User

My family and I have been members for about five months and mostly regret it. The locker rooms arent very clean. Many of the cardio machines are in poor shape, they rattle and squeak. Service is spotty at best. Many of the staffers are down right aggressive and do not want to hear anything critical. Very cliquey. We really wish we had looked more carefully before signing the membership. Your money is better spent at any YMCA.

Justin Maroney

They have a great cardio area, and their free weights are pretty good as well. They have a very nice indoor pool, and sauna. However, I have never used their spa. The only things I dont like is their outdoor pool is okay but not great, and they dont have a deadlift station in their weight room.

Jack Koerner

I actually work at the facility and I a sure you, all the staff that work here at river valley are the friendliest people you will ever meet and are nothing close to aggressive. I dont know what those other people are thinking when they say the staff is aggressive... but sorry to say your wrong

Randall Ryder

Enjoy going to the facility but I do have concerns about the safety of the fitness machines. Many are in poor repair and dont seem to be regularly serviced. Several other individuals I have met at the facility have expressed the same concerns.

shannon hunter

The machines are always broken down. The front staff never has a smile on their face. Unfortunately its the only place in town that has a full service. And I dont think the owner really cares about updating anything.

Marc Bergum

Worst experience ever short hours for people on off schedule s cancelled my membership and they continued to take the money and wen I called they said dont know what to tell u beware giving them your banking info

Hugh Casement

Locker rooms are dirty and poorly maintained. Owner and employees are aggressive and NOT interested in reports of malfunctioning equipment. Really regret joining. Very cliquey.

Dawn Ellison

Best deal around! Great selection of classes free with membership. Affordable personal training. Friendly, welcoming members. They have cleaned up the locker rooms.

Geoffrey Berg

I like it here, has a nice staff. Would like to see improvements to the locker rooms and some new equipment. Still like it for the inviting atmosphere.

Peter Vanden Branden

This used to be my high school place to workout. Went back and too many rude older members. Wont be back

Bill Halbrehder

Great place to work out at. Good equipment, decent maintenance,and friendly staff.

Jake Lang

Come here everyday to play racquetball. The pool is also nice for lap swimming.

Paul Ulrick

I love it here. A lil dated but still a great place to workout and swim

Kyle Palmer

Great location, great class offerings, friendly staff, clean facility.

EMMETT COLLINS

I love this place. It is like a second home to me and my buddies