The Manhattan Times

J’s Big Gym offers something for everyone

To the Editor:

Thank you for your kind article on Nov. 25 about J’s Big Gym (“New low cost gym provides competition to Jay’s Big Gym,” November 25, 2009). There are a few points that need clarification. First, it is misleading to write that Planet Fitness charges only $10 per month with no commitment. In fact, there is a start up fee, and an additional annual fee as well as sales tax. At J’s Big Gym, we have no fine print or hidden fees. The price we quote you is the only price you will ever pay. There are no hidden annual fees, and our prices include sales tax. We are a part of the community we serve, and have no intention to ever mislead.

We at J’s Big Gym are very cognizant of the fact that we are STILL the only full service gym in Washington Heights. We offer something for everyone. While we do offer the weights that body builders crave, we also offer top-notch fitness classes that are suitable for all levels of fitness, from the beginner to the pro. We have 65 cardio machines (including treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, steppers, a rower and a Versa Climber), which means there is almost never a wait to work out. We have equipment for every body part, for every body. Most people find the atmosphere here to be fun, and would be hard pressed to find members with “the hard-core, look-at-me attitude” mentioned in your article. Our “regulars” are always willing to help out the novice, showing the proper machine to use, and the correct way to use it.  We are proud of the camaraderie that exists at J’s Big Gym.

J’s Big Gym has an incredible team of fitness professionals that offers a variety of approaches to personal training. Whether you have been working out for decades, or are a beginner to fitness, our trainers will individualize your workout to maximize your results. We offer a personal approach to exercise which is not always available at other gyms.

Finally, rest assured that J’s Big Gym will continue to provide residents of Washington Heights a clean, friendly gym that welcomes everyone. Our business model, which can be found on our Web site is simple: “J’s Big Gym is committed to providing a quality workout facility at a reasonable price.”

Jay Hirschhorn

Owner, J’s Big Gym