Breuckelen Athletic - Gowanus
📍 300 Huntington St Retail 3, Brooklyn, New York, 11231
What Visitors Say
What Visitors Liked
Cold Plunge & Sauna
The sauna and cold plunge facilities are highlighted by gym members as a game-changing recovery amenity. The presence of both saunas and cold plunge pools provides a dedicated contrast therapy option, which many members consider a standout feature worth the membership itself. These recovery areas are noted for being super clean and well-kept, contributing to a serious recovery experience within a professional training environment.
Staff
The staff is consistently described as amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. Specific names mentioned by members include Louis, the owner, who is noted for being responsive to feedback, and trainers like Veerle and Luis, who are praised for their expertise, personalized approach, and ability to help members exceed their fitness goals. The team contributes to a welcoming and supportive environment.
Atmosphere
Breuckelen Athletic - Gowanus offers a professional, serious training facility that is also a warm and welcoming community. The space is described as cavernous, sun-drenched with tons of natural light, spacious, clean, and immaculate. A reservation system helps ensure the gym is never overcrowded, allowing for focused workouts. The intentional energy fosters a supportive community where members feel at home.
Additional Amenities
This premier strength and recovery gym features state-of-the-art equipment, including multiple power racks, Olympic lifting platforms, benches, barbells, REP Fitness cable machines, and a belt squat machine. The facility is noted for its convenient hours and includes clean bathroom suites. Members also have access to professional personal training and semi-private sessions.
What Reviewers Love
- The sauna and cold plunge facilities are repeatedly called a "game changer" and a standout feature that adds significant value to the membership.
- The staff and trainers, including the owner Louis, receive consistent praise for being friendly, knowledgeable, and exceptionally responsive to member feedback.
- The facility itself is highlighted for its spacious, clean, sun-drenched environment with high-quality, professional-grade equipment that is never overcrowded.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the gym typically crowded?
Thanks to a reservation system and ample equipment, members report the gym is never overcrowded and they rarely have to wait for machines or racks.
What makes the recovery amenities special?
Members highlight the sauna and cold plunge pools as a game-changer for contrast therapy, with many stating this feature alone is worth the membership due to its cleanliness and effectiveness for serious recovery.
Are there good options for personal training?
Yes, the gym employs highly praised trainers like Veerle and Luis, who are noted for their expertise, personalized programs, and supportive approach to helping clients achieve their fitness goals.
