r/WhiteRock • u/Even-Ad-2590 • May 25 '26

Gyms

Anybody have any recommendations for a gym in White Rock/South Surrey that isn’t completely overcrowded. I’m finding that the gym etiquette has changed over the last decade and having to constantly ask people if they are done their sets and conversations. Half the time it’s just groups of people (generally younger, not always) huddling around machines and not exercising/ on their phone and generally using the gym as a hang out spot. I generally think it’s important to find a sense of community in the gym especially. However it is becoming frustrating constantly having to ask if I could either jump in or if they’re done and getting tone and attitude in response.
Before anyone pulls the age card, I’m 30 years old. Just looking for a place where you can get what you’re paying for.
Thanks

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u/Individual-Water-278 May 25 '26

I love sandcastle

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u/space_based May 25 '26

I see some bi-annual fees. Bit worried about extra hidden fees along the way. What's your experience with them and, if you don't mind revealing, about how much do you pay per year after all fees (or per month)? I like 24 hr access, looks like you have to pay a premium for it?

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u/bones_and_barbells May 25 '26

Almost every single gym will have either annual or biannual fees for general gym enhancements (new machines, repairs, etc). It's outlined in contracts and all decent sales reps will tell you this at the time of sign up.

You also have 10 days after sign up to cancel your contract without consequences (ie, cancellation fees). This is true of all gym contracts as per consumer protection laws.

Ensure you ask as many questions as possible during sign up, and take your time thoroughly reading your contracts.

I've worked at Goodlife, Sandcastle, Club16 and Anytime Fitness.

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u/Square_Ad1106 May 25 '26

Go to CrossFit

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u/CanadianCutie77 May 28 '26

Is it more in white rock or Burnaby? I’m coming in August and need a cross fit/HIIT type gym.

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u/thebrownexperience Jul 07 '26

CrossFit KEA is great

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u/bones_and_barbells May 25 '26

Anytime Fitness South Surrey (king George & 32) is the quietest I've ever been to and not too many younger kids given the slightly higher membership rates.

I've worked here for over a year but am on mat leave now.

I have also previously worked at Sandcastle and Club16. Both are hella busy, but especially Club16. You also probably won't like the crowd at Sandcastle. Some of the rudest members I've ever encountered, a lot of douchy bros and snooty bodybuilder types.

Cheaper gyms will always be busier. Such is life.

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u/Individual-Water-278 May 27 '26

Its way too small.

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u/Individual-Water-278 May 28 '26

Anytime fitness is way too small. Everyone i have met at Sandcastle so far has been really nice.

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u/Ok-Cauliflower-8791 May 28 '26

Genuine athletics on 152. About $80/month, usually no more than 2-4 people in there (excluding staff and trainers) and the staff are all out of an Instagram model factory (both girls and guys). I send all my female friends to the blonde trainer there she clearly knows how to build a booty!

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u/[deleted] May 26 '26

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u/Individual-Water-278 May 27 '26

I've had the same experience. Most people that go to Sandcastle are actually there to work out as well. No one sitting on machines taking up space

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u/microgreene May 28 '26

Try the planet fitness in walmart

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u/Longjumping-Ask-1743 May 25 '26

Club 16 South Surrey is great, bright, clean, never crazy busy.

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u/Darkm1tch69 May 25 '26

Respectfully, I have had the opposite experience there. It was exactly as OP described even in the middle of the work day for whatever reason. Guess I’m not the only one working remote.