One of my favourite gyms in Thao Dien. It is a little hidden away and not the biggest or most glamorous gym, but it does exactly what you need and is very well priced. I have tried quite a few gyms in the area, and this is one I keep coming back to. The monthly pass is 600,000 VND, which I think is very fair for what you get. The owner is friendly, welcoming and speaks good English, which makes things easy for foreigners. The overall vibe is also very good. You get a mix of locals and international members, and most people are there to train properly, do their thing, and get on with it. That suits me perfectly. In terms of equipment, it is well equipped for a smaller gym. There are two squat racks, one bench press, Olympic bars, weight plates, three treadmills and a step machine. At first I thought one bench press might not be enough, but in reality I rarely have to wait long, if at all. Like any gym, it can get busier around lunchtime or in the afternoon, but mornings are usually a good time to train. The heavy lifting equipment is a strong point. The Olympic bars and plates feel like proper quality equipment, and some of the bars look very well maintained or even brand new. You can also tell they take lifting seriously, with medals displayed on the wall, which gives the place a proper training feel. It is not the place to go if you want a shiny, brand-new luxury gym, but if you want a practical, friendly and well priced gym with everything you need, this is a great option. The temperature is also just right. It has air-conditioning and fans, but it is not freezing cold like some gyms, so you can still get a proper sweat on. There is parking outside, a toilet at the back, and even a resident cat wandering around doing its own thing, which adds a nice bit of character. Highly recommended if you are in Thao Dien and want a solid, no-nonsense gym.
