Planet Fitness Augusta (Forest Hills), GA

Overview

Planet Fitness Augusta (Forest Hills), GA is a welcoming Judgement Free Zone® fitness club that combines extensive workout facilities with premium Black Card Spa® amenities. While primarily a gym, it emphasizes relaxation and recovery through spa-like features such as massage chairs, HydroMassage™, tanning beds, and Total Body Enhancement booths, making it ideal for members seeking a holistic wellness experience post-workout. The facility promotes an inclusive atmosphere where beginners and veterans alike feel accepted, supported by friendly staff, certified trainers, and a clean, modern environment. The overall experience is low-pressure, with free fitness guidance, mobile app integration for workouts, and a focus on accessibility for all fitness levels.

Features & Amenities

• Cardio Equipment: State-of-the-art machines including treadmills, ellipticals, rowers, upright and recumbent bikes, stepmills, recumbent steppers, arcs, and upper body ergometers for personalized pacing.
• Strength Equipment: Comprehensive selectorized (pin-loaded) machines, cable towers, plate-loaded options (e.g., hack squat, leg press, calf raise, supine bench press), free weights (dumbbells, barbells), Smith machines, abs/stretching areas.
• Functional Training: Stations with battle ropes, kettlebells, strength bands, medicine balls, and more to mimic daily activities and build overall strength.
• Specialty Areas: 360 Training Area for immersive workouts and 30 Minute Circuit for quick, efficient sessions.
• Black Card Spa® (exclusive to PF Black Card® members): Massage chairs, HydroMassage™ (water-based massage for recovery), tanning facilities, Total Body Enhancement (UV-free red light therapy with vibra-shape), and relaxing spa zones.
• Additional Amenities: Clean locker rooms, bathrooms, free WiFi, PF App workouts, partner rewards/discounts, 50% off select drinks (Black Card®), and a crowd meter for real-time busyness tracking.

Services

• Free Fitness Training: Certified trainers offer gym orientations, machine instruction, personalized exercise programs, and small group sessions.
• PE@PF Classes: Free program for all members with varied fitness levels; schedule available via app or club.
• Membership Perks:
  • Classic: Unlimited home club access, app workouts, in-club training, WiFi, partner perks.
  • PF Black Card®: All Classic benefits plus worldwide club access (2,700+ locations), bring a guest anytime, exclusive app workouts, massage chairs, HydroMassage™, tanning, Total Body Enhancement, premium discounts.
• Day Pass Option: Available for non-members to try the club.
• Mobile App: Hundreds of workout videos, fitness tracker, rewards.

Pricing

• PF Black Card®:
  • $24.99/month plus taxes & fees.
  • $1 startup fee (one-time).
  • $49 annual fee (billed ~Feb 1st).
  • No commitment; cancel anytime online.
  • Limited-time special; expires Dec 5th.
• Classic Membership:
  • $15/month plus taxes & fees (limited-time offer).
  • $29 startup fee (one-time).
  • $49 annual fee (billed ~Feb 1st).
  • No commitment; cancel anytime online.
• Billed monthly to checking account; services subject to availability and restrictions (e.g., tanning limits). Promo codes accepted.

Location & Hours

• Address: 2803 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909 (Google Maps).
• Phone: (706) 504-4311.
• Hours:
  • Mon: 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Tue - Thu: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM (24 hours)
  • Fri: 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sat - Sun: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Holiday hours available; crowd history shows peak times for planning visits.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: The Black Card Spa® sets it apart as a gym-spa hybrid, offering recovery tools like HydroMassage™ and red light therapy not found in basic gyms. No judgement policy fosters inclusivity; worldwide access with Black Card® adds unmatched value. Cleanliness, free training, and no-commitment flexibility appeal to casual users. Unique PE@PF classes and app integration enhance motivation. Employment opportunities and member surveys show community focus. Ideal for affordable, all-in-one fitness and relaxation in Augusta.