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University Fitness Center (UFC)

500 John Wright Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35805, USA

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Gym, pool and strength training facility, plus some kids' classes. Cleanliness is praised.

The UFC features an indoor heated pool. While daily temperatures may fluctuate, the water is generally maintained at a comfortable temperature, typically around 80-82 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 26.7-27.8 degrees Celsius).

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The reviews offer a mixed but largely critical perspective on the facility. Positive feedback consistently highlights the general cleanliness, friendly and supportive staff (especially at sign-in and in fitness classes), and encouraging fitness instructors. However, significant issues were raised, including awful administration staff, frequent and unpredictable pool closures, and a noticeable decline in the quality of children's swimming lessons after staff changes. Other major complaints include worn-out gym equipment and machines needing renovation, inconvenient operating hours (especially on Sundays), and a desire for more water fitness classes offered at feasible times for working individuals. The policy of not offering free access to part-time students was also a point of dissatisfaction.

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Amenities

  • Good for Children
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accessible Entrance
  • Accessible Restroom

Reviews

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Sheila February 4th, 2020
Sheila

Always clean with friendly supportive staff. Family friendly.😊 It would be great if more water fitness classes were offered throughout the day. The current times are not feasible for the many who work at the times now offered.

armin ahmadi June 4th, 2024
armin ahmadi

Coming back to change my 5star review that I gave 6 years ago, to 1star and I wish it was an option to give 0. Good facilities, awful administration staff!

Hsuç«‹æ­¦ December 27th, 2023
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The gym facilities are satisfactory, but unfortunately, I have encountered several significant issues with the pool and swimming lessons. Despite the scheduled hours indicating that the pool should be open from 7 am to 7 pm, this has often not been the case. The pool has been closed frequently and seemingly at random, including a lengthy closure between 12/26/2023 and 1/1/2024. Furthermore, the quality of the swimming lessons for kids has declined compared to previous years when the program was led by the previous director and instructors. My child had a positive experience and showed improvement under their guidance. Since their departure, the program has taken a noticeable downturn. In summary, if you are seeking a reliable pool or quality swimming lessons for kids, this may no longer be the ideal place based on recent experiences.

Ahmad Ali November 15th, 2024
Ahmad Ali

Giving this Gym a one star review because its not free if your a part-time student. The gym facility also needs to be completly renovated because the equipments, machines and dumbell are worn out.

Grace Williams January 31st, 2022
Grace Williams

I gave four stars because the hours of operation is my only complaint. Why would a gym only be open from 1pm to 5pm on Sundays? How is this accessible hours to students? I, like many other students, can only make it to the gym a certain amount of days during the week due to school and work schedules. So why would you have such a limited open time on Sunday? Some students want to come the gym on Sundays but can't during your current operating hours because they have work and mandatory study/project group meetings. I would love to come to the gym on Sundays but can not because of work and project meetings. If the hours were similar to Saturday's hours that would be better and make more sense. I love attending the fitness classes. The instructors are always happy and encouraging and politely correct your form when needed. Everything is always clean. Staff is always friendly when I sign in.

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Opening Hours

Sunday 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Monday 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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