Transform Your Body, Transform Your Life!
Our Mission
At Maximum Fitness, we pride ourselves on being a no-pressure gym where our staff, trainers, and members care about the well-being of everyone who walks through our doors. We're proud of our long history of serving Scottsdale and helping everyone reach their fitness and health goals.
Our Story
Maximum Fitness is a state-of-the-art gym located in the Scottsdale Airpark. We take pride in getting to know our members and encouraging an atmosphere where members feel supported in accomplishing their fitness goals. Our staff and professional personal trainers believe in protecting our greatest asset: our bodies. Maximum Fitness Gym began operating in 2002 with a mission to provide Scottsdale residents with a gym focused on health, fitness, athletic training, and well-being for everyone.
Our Facility
Our gym is a 16,000-square-foot facility, providing ample room for you to work out without feeling crowded. You'll never have to wait for a machine or worry about bumping into someone else. Our facility features a large selection of cardio machines, including upright bikes, recumbent bikes, elliptical machines, stair masters, and step mills. Our resistance and machine area boasts a mix of old-school and new-school equipment, including Hammer Strength, Life Fitness, Atlantis, and Paramount machines. Our free weights area is fully stocked with squat cages, Olympic lift platforms, elevated deadlift platforms, and a huge selection of dumbbells, fixed bars, and more. We also offer extreme training amenities, including tractor and car tires for flipping, sledge hammers for ab swingers, tsunami ropes, kettle bells, agility rings, and prowler sleds.
Our Trainers
Our team of experienced trainers is dedicated to helping you reach your fitness goals. From personal training sessions to group classes, we offer a variety of services designed to help you achieve your health and wellness objectives. Meet our team of trainers, including Lisa Berk, Brad Peterson, Larry Smith, Joe Cefalu, Khalid Sakkat, Joe Steel, Kelly Johnson, Brandon Burden, Mike DeMarzo, Karl Deutsch, Jacque Boyd, Woody Hunter, Karen Mullarkey, and Marcus Pittman.
Join Our Community
At Maximum Fitness, we're proud of our long history of serving Scottsdale and helping everyone reach their fitness and health goals. We invite you to join our community of like-minded individuals who care about their well-being and are committed to achieving their fitness goals. Come visit us and see why we're the go-to gym for Scottsdale residents.
Facilities and Equipment
The gym is well-equipped with modern and unique machines, free weights, and cardio equipment. Many reviewers praised the variety of equipment, including squat racks, rings, dumbbells, and American ninja-style obstacles. The cleanliness and organization of the gym were also commended.
Staff and Trainers
The staff and trainers received high praise for their friendliness, helpfulness, and expertise. Alane from Vitality Training was particularly mentioned for her exceptional training and focus on female empowerment. Woody, another trainer, was also praised for his exceptional training and ability to create a challenging workout.
Atmosphere and Community
Reviewers enjoyed the laid-back and serious atmosphere of the gym, where people come to focus on their workouts rather than socialize. The community was described as welcoming, respectful, and motivating, with many members feeling comfortable and supported.
Negatives
Some reviewers expressed disappointment with the gym's temperature control, citing that it was too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. Others mentioned that the gym was becoming too focused on personal training, leaving regular members feeling overlooked. There were also some issues with outdated equipment and a lack of certain amenities, such as a sauna.
