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2.0
1 Mar 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Okay here's the deal with Equinox - you CAN make a lot of money, but you're basically not going to have a life and you're going to be there 24/7. In terms of pros, all the gyms are amazing, and the free gym membership is awesome - if you have time to use it. I do love all my staff and I actually really like my mangers, but again this depends varies from gym to gym. I guess another pro is that you can make great connections - if you can even use them.

Cons

I'm not kidding when I say it reminds me a lot of a cult. You get ridiculed when you're not there, and they get insulted if you just need some personal time. As the other posts have said, you basically have no life. I will say this: I guess if you're a bodybuilder or fitness model this may be a pro, as you're at the gym all hours of the day, but for the other 99% of people you'll forget what it's like to be outside.

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5.0
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Pros

Spa Management is professional and tends to employees needs. Encourages growth within the company and career wise.

Cons

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2.0
23 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

free gym membership your own office

Cons

Sales quotas can be aggressive, and there is constant pressure to hit monthly targets regardless of market conditions. Success often depends heavily on club traffic, lead quality, and location, which can make performance feel inconsistent. Long hours and weekend availability are frequently expected, especially during promotional periods and month-end pushes. Compensation can fluctuate significantly if sales goals are missed. Management styles vary greatly by club; some locations offer strong support while others can be highly numbers-driven. Administrative tasks and CRM follow-up can become repetitive and take time away from building member relationships. High turnover among advisors can create additional workload for remaining team members. Advancement opportunities exist but can be competitive and sometimes unclear. The focus on sales metrics can occasionally overshadow the hospitality and member experience aspects of the role. Corporate initiatives and promotions can change frequently, requiring advisors to quickly adapt messaging and sales strategies

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