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Now 2 doors down to the left at 3983 S Main St, same plaza. New signs coming soon · Finishing construction and permits to expand the gym
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Gym floor at American Muscle & Fitness with cardio machines and weight stations

Free Weight Gym in Downtown Akron, OH Family Owned

Looking for free weight gym near Downtown Akron? American Muscle & Fitness is at 3983 S Main St in Akron. It is about 9 miles from Downtown Akron. Light to heavy dumbbells, benches and lots of plates. Free weights are a big part of our gym. There is no sign-up fee and no contract.

Downtown Akron

Free Weight Gym for Downtown Akron Members

From downtown Akron, follow S Main St south or take I-77. One road gets you to the lakes.

It is for lifters who love dumbbells and bars.

Free Weight Gym near Downtown Akron: key facts
DetailFree Weight Gym
Single plan$39.99/mo + tax
Distance from Downtown AkronAbout 9 miles
Drive timeAbout 21 min (estimate)
RouteS Main St or I-77 south
HoursOpen 24/7 for members
ContractNone
Training at American Muscle & Fitness near Downtown Akron, Ohio

Included

What Downtown Akron Members Get

  • Racks and benches
  • Bars and plates
  • Room next to the turf
  • Open 24/7
  • Long row of dumbbells

It takes about 21 minutes to get here from near the University of Akron. That makes it easy to train with free weights before work. If you live near Northside District, you get long row of dumbbells.

Get started

Getting Started from Downtown Akron

  1. Step 1 Join online
  2. Step 2 Grab a bench
  3. Step 3 Do your workout
  4. Step 4 Put weights back

From Downtown Akron, take Broadway. Then head to S Main St by the Portage Lakes. With 24/7 access, Downtown Akron members can train with free weights right after a night shift. If you live in 44308, you can sign up online today.

Areas

Serving Downtown Akron and Nearby Areas

  • Downtown
  • University Park
  • Northside District

Downtown Akron is a Akron neighborhood in Summit County, OH. Our gym is in the plaza by the lakes, 9 miles from Downtown Akron. We are now two doors down to the left in the same plaza. We are finishing construction and getting permits to make the gym bigger.

Questions

Free Weight Gym in Downtown Akron: Q&A

Are free weights better than machines?

Both work. Free weights train balance. Machines keep you in a set path.

  • Use both
  • Beginners start on machines
  • Training if you want it
  • Add weight over time
How far is the gym from Downtown Akron?

About 9 miles. It takes about 21 minutes.

  • From Lock 3 area
  • 3983 S Main St, Akron
  • Free plaza parking
  • Times are a guess
How much does it cost?

A single plan is $39.99 a month plus tax.

  • Day pass $5
  • Pay-ahead plans
  • No contract
  • No sign-up fee
When is the best time for Downtown Akron members to train with free weights?

Any time that fits your day. With 24/7 access, you pick the time, like before work or right after a night shift.

  • About 21 min drive
  • Take I-77
  • Open 24/7 for members
  • Your key works any hour

Sweat. Grind. Repeat.

Be the best you can be.

Plans start at $29.99 a month. No sign-up fee. No cancel fee. No contract.