Sauna★ 4.5(715 reviews)

City Fitness

About this Sanctuary

City Fitness Fishtown, located on Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia’s vibrant Fishtown district, is a fitness sanctuary that seamlessly blends industrial charm with modern amenities. This 26,000-square-foot gym boasts an open turf area for functional training and stretching, along with state-of-the-art equipment like Olympic lifting platforms and boutique-style group exercise studios. The club also features premium HydroMassage chairs, a CF Recovery program designed to boost recovery time, and personalized small group training through the CF/Thrive program. Members enjoy access to delicious post-workout fuel from City Shakes, as well as the invigorating steam and dry saunas that offer an ideal space for unwinding after a rigorous workout session.

✨ Guest Insights

What Guests Love

Olympic lifting platforms
Boutique-style group exercise studios
HydroMassage chairs for recovery
Personalized small group training through CF/Thrive
Delicious post-workout fuel from City Shakes
Friendly and helpful staff
Clean and well-maintained facilities
Variety of classes including yoga, pilates, cardio, performance, dance, cycling, and bootcamp workouts

Good to Know

Excessive heat in the women's locker room from the sauna
One water fountain does not dispense cool water
Decreased sauna temperature over time
Ripped mats in the stretch room that need frequent replacement
Men’s sauna is due for a re-hab for heavy use
High membership fees compared to other gyms with similar services and facilities
Crowded during peak hours, especially from 5-7 pm on weekdays
Limited yoga classes available
Constantly out-of-order massage chairs
No water fountain in the facility
Sometimes runs out of towels upon arrival
Outdoor gym sessions are only offered post-pandemic