Loved visiting Chalk. Particularly appreciate the low-key industrial vibe, cleanliness, and convenient hours at a very good price. The classes have something for everyone and every schedule. My friends liked the cardio boxing and dance cardio classes.
Thank you so much Karan for taking the time to spread the word! Our pleasure. C
ana shaw2025.11.24
Bad Management / unclean locker rooms / lacks basic amenities like tissues !!!
I have asked so many people who work at the gym to start adding tissues upstairs in the locker room / workout area - they all said no problem BUT it never happened.
as you can see from the owners response below they don’t listen to the most basic requests of their clients!
FYI- it’s winter i don’t need tissues constantly as he rudely suggested below- its a basic sanitary amenity that so many other women in the locker room comisersted about also needing and not having when everyone comes in sniffling from the cold - especially when preparing to exert yourself !
For a place that we pay to be NOT getting basic amenities or having a DECENT response to requests as basic as Kleenex is alarming and lacks the sense of community it would eb so easy to create
the owners response was unessarily unhelpful when it’s such an easy thing to fix that so many would appreciate
INSANE + should be embarrassed
I understand your main/only concern is that we do not supply the Locker Room(s) with facial tissues. That's correct because we keep them stocked full and ready for use right where you check-in as our staff has shared with you many times.
In the Women's Locker Room all we provide are tampons, Q-Tips, moisturizer, makeup wipes, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, paper towels, a blowdryer and/of course - toilet paper.
May we recommend that you carry pocket tissues (or grab as many as you need from the Front Desk when you check-in) if you find yourself constantly in need of tissues.
Thanks again,
Michael
Owner
Asteroid2025.11.13
With the many gyms to choose from in Brooklyn, I gravitated towards this one, and I’m glad I did. A good atmosphere, and a good selection of machines and free weights too! All the other people working out were respectful, and hygienic when it came to wiping down machines/equipment.
Pasquale was really helpful and welcoming at the reception. It was a very positive experience all round!
Thank you so much Asteroid! :) Our pleasure/enjoy! C
Sri Rao2025.10.31
Was a member for ~3 years while I lived in the area, and loved it. Well-kept and clean facility, a wide range of equipment, responsive management, great PTs, and good vibes. I loved that the classes had no extra charge and were drop in. That made it really easy to attend one last minute, or switch things up when work unexpectedly went late.
Thank you so much for helping to spread the word Justin. As always = it's our pleasure! :)
Evan Hellmuth2025.06.17
I've moved and my new gym just isn't the same.
Chalk was such a well-run, friendly, no nonsense gym. I love their "pay per month, cancel whenever" policy. I love the sauna. I even love my jabroni gym nemesis who always lifts a little bit more than me. I'll miss you Chalk!
Thank you SO much Evan! We'll miss you too and ensure your nemesis (who lifts a touch more than you) is notified that you've had to move onwards. ;)
Saif Eddin Jabari2025.06.01
This is my favorite gym in Williamsburg. Very friendly staff. Never too crowded. I am only in Williamsburg for parts of the year. It took less than a minute to set up my membership, less than a minute to suspend my membership when I leave town, and less than a minute to renew whenever I've been back. No hassle, no cancelation fees, no strange rules. Overall, great gym!
Thank you so much for the positive review that so perfectly describes our philosophy! :)
Billy Van Dolsen2025.05.25
Chalk is great! The place is well maintained and lively but not overcrowded or chaotic. The staff is friendly and helpful and other members are chill and just focused on getting their work-outs in, no BS. The space is laid out logically and efficiently and they recently upgraded the equipment which is also great. I'll be a member for as long as I'm in the neighborhood.
Thank you SO much Billy for taking the time to spread the word and for your continued patronage. It's our pleasure! C
Thomas Eldridge Campbell2025.05.01
This is the best gym per square foot I've ever belonged to, including D1/Ivy sport facilities. It's got a great culture, incredible staff/trainers, and has hosted my family of 3 almost since inception.
Thank you so very much Thomas/it's our absolute pleasure!
Mark Siegel2025.04.11
Excellent gym. Brand new, state of the art Atlantis equipment. Thank you @thefitnessresource.com for doing a great job delivering and installing the equipment.
Thank you so much Mark for taking the time to mention. Our very first review on our brand new equipment! Enjoy! C
Kyle Kernan2025.02.17
I've been a member at Chalk Gym on and off over the last year, and while there are some great aspects, there are definitely areas that could use improvement.
On the positive side, I took a yoga class and thought it was excellent—well-instructed and a great addition to their offerings. The overall atmosphere has a good energy, and I appreciate having access to a sauna, though the cramped locker room setup makes it more stressful than relaxing for me.
That said, for the cost of the membership, I do feel like the value doesn’t fully match up. Some of the equipment, especially the cardio machines, are dated or in need of repair. The treadmills get the job done, but they’re definitely showing their age. I also wish there were a few more cardio bike machines to provide more options. A particular issue I’ve noticed is with the weights on the pull-up bars—they tend to get stuck together, likely due to moisture in the air, making them difficult to use. Small maintenance issues like this add up over time and make the experience feel less premium than the price suggests.
Overall, Chalk has potential and some great perks, but for the price, I’d love to see better upkeep of equipment, more cardio options, and a more spacious locker room layout.
Thank you for the mostly positive review.
As you may not know - we’ve purchased all new equipment that is scheduled to arrive in about 6 weeks!
Stay tuned/thanks again,
C
Tom Barone2024.11.25
Exactly what you need in a gym. No bullshit. The staff id very nice, the gym is clean. They make it easy to go month to month and cancel. They will prorate for how long you are a member. Never super crowded. 5/5
Thank you so much for the positive review & spreading the word!
It's our pleasure to cut out all the BS. :)
C
Leo G2024.08.06
Chalk Gym is hands down the most welcoming and accommodating gym I've ever been to. I've been a loyal member for 3 years and can’t say enough about how much I appreciate the management and staff and their commitment to customer care. The selection of equipment is wide, and I've rarely had to wait to use anything during my training hours, which is a huge plus.
The gym is always clean and well-organized, making it a comfortable place to work out. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting, Chalk Gym offers a supportive and motivating environment. I'm grateful to be part of such a thoughtful fitness community and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an inviting gym experience.
Thank yoU L. for helping to spread-the-word. Positive word-of-mouth is so important for a Mom & Pop like ourselves!
cxw2024.08.01
Chalk gym is excellent — it offers all the equipment needed with abundant classes included .
The staff are friendly, kind and helpful.
The atmosphere is genuinely calming and energetic at the same time—- an Oasis in Williamsburg!
Music is also great for workouts and mood.
Chalk Gym is clean and well-maintained.
The members are polite and the focus seems to be on health and well- being.
I have tried other gyms in the area —I give my vote to Chalk—- 5++++ STARS….
Highly Recommend!!
Thank yoU for the wonderful review! (We agree on all of the above. ;))
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AMS2024.07.31
I love Chalk!! Cool industrial space, tons of excellent machine's, barbells, squat rack, and cardio equipment. It's never too busy and you won't have to wait. Their yoga classes are wonderful. and the membership price is fair. Plus they have a transparent cancelation policy.
No complaints. Never too busy. Fairly priced. Awesome staff. Love the sauna and the rope climbing machine. No brainer choice for anyone in the Williamsburg area.
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