Earl Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Does anyone know about this gym? I just recently moved to the Nimman area and this was the closest gym. I went in and next to the receptionist was this organizational chart and at the top was "JESUS". Jesus as CEO? of a gym? I thought maybe it was a branch of the YMCA but that can't be it. What is with this gym? I left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nienke Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Well that's exactly what I would say ... Jeeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzzzzzes!!!, when I see all those machines. And THEN I would leave. hhhhm, actually that's a blunt lie, I would say: Holy moly, and leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses G. Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Didn't someone recently say that they had gone out of business? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drivel Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Jesus as CEO? of a gym? it's all too much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiangmaibruce Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Go to chiangmai forum entry page, bottom left that page see "search forum". In "enter keywords" type in "powerhouse" - see various prior threads ... the last thread - to which UG refers - was only last week I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrubber Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 (edited) Does anyone know about this gym? I just recently moved to the Nimman area and this was the closest gym. I went in and next to the receptionist was this organizational chart and at the top was "JESUS". Jesus as CEO? of a gym? I thought maybe it was a branch of the YMCA but that can't be it. What is with this gym? I left. I've been going to Powerhouse for about 3 years now and it's my favourite gym in CM. I'm also a member of California Wow (because it's so cheap), but rarely go there as I much prefer PH (fewer people, better air-con, better maintained equipment, better & safer changing rooms, good location). Not sure who the Jesus guy is you saw at the top of the list. As for UG hearing that it had got out of business, no it hasn't. In fact, it's going to be moving across the street into the Punna Plaza in around July/August where it will have two floors (as opposed to one) and possibly a swimming pool. Daytime membership is 8,000 Baht per year, whereas I paid 12,000 Baht for 11 years at California Wow (but you have to share the gym with half of CM it seems!). If you're thinking of joining either one then just ask them for a free workout before you decide. Edited May 2, 2009 by Scrubber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neocon Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Does anyone know about this gym? I just recently moved to the Nimman area and this was the closest gym. I went in and next to the receptionist was this organizational chart and at the top was "JESUS". Jesus as CEO? of a gym? I thought maybe it was a branch of the YMCA but that can't be it. What is with this gym? I left. "Jesus" (hey-zeus) is also a common Latino name. I previously used hotel fitness center memberships to avoid the pack-'em-in mentality at the franchises. Promotions (i.e. discount membership rate, F&B/room discounts, etc.) on hotel fitness center membership can often be found. Although I didn't answer your question directly, other forum members may read this and choose to research alternative membership choices in their area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiPauly Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Didn't someone recently say that they had gone out of business? That was "Platinum" UG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses G. Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maccheroncini Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 A member me self, never noticed any organization chart in there. Jesus as the CEO? that would be really weird. I thought the place is owned by an American. Does anyone know about this gym? I just recently moved to the Nimman area and this was the closest gym. I went in and next to the receptionist was this organizational chart and at the top was "JESUS". Jesus as CEO? of a gym? I thought maybe it was a branch of the YMCA but that can't be it. What is with this gym? I left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heybruce Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Does anyone know about this gym? I just recently moved to the Nimman area and this was the closest gym. I went in and next to the receptionist was this organizational chart and at the top was "JESUS". Jesus as CEO? of a gym? I thought maybe it was a branch of the YMCA but that can't be it. What is with this gym? I left. I've been going to Powerhouse for about 3 years now and it's my favourite gym in CM. I'm also a member of California Wow (because it's so cheap), but rarely go there as I much prefer PH (fewer people, better air-con, better maintained equipment, better & safer changing rooms, good location). Not sure who the Jesus guy is you saw at the top of the list. As for UG hearing that it had got out of business, no it hasn't. In fact, it's going to be moving across the street into the Punna Plaza in around July/August where it will have two floors (as opposed to one) and possibly a swimming pool. Daytime membership is 8,000 Baht per year, whereas I paid 12,000 Baht for 11 years at California Wow (but you have to share the gym with half of CM it seems!). If you're thinking of joining either one then just ask them for a free workout before you decide. It's pretty limited on aerobic machines though, a few treadmills and stationary bikes, one low quality elliptical and one low quality stepper. You can watch television while on the aerobic machines, but all you can listen to is the loud music they play, usually the kind of stuff you hear in discos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sendbaht Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Powerhouse is a good Gym. The pass falong workers were Christians, but thank God no preaching. They have a "Cross" near the front door. The American company sold it and now it's owned by a Thai which is a Christian. Yes like posted above they are moving across the street. I enjoy the gym, my wife loves the classes, like Step Class and Yoga, fun little gym if not a we bit expensive. Not sure who you are Scrubber but I go there most days so see you soon..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brennanstimpy Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Didn't someone recently say that they had gone out of business? That was "Platinum" UG Yeah <deleted> Platinum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoastLamb Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Does this gym (or any other gym in cm) have a respectable selection of free weights and a squat rack? By respectable i mean 30kg+ dumbells and 25kg plates for barbells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loaded Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Jesus as the CEO? that would be really weird. I thought the place is owned by an American. and everyone knows Jesus was an Englishman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idrankwhat Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Well, I had some friends that went there mostly because it was convent for them and I decided to join up although it was inconvenient for me but I don't like going to the gym alone. In any event I got blasted in the face by one of the staff with stuff about the CEO (Jesus) and never returned. If I wanted a sermon I would have gone to a place of religion not a gym. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jungian Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Well, I had some friends that went there mostly because it was convent for them and I decided to join up although it was inconvenient for me but I don't like going to the gym alone. In any event I got blasted in the face by one of the staff with stuff about the CEO (Jesus) and never returned. If I wanted a sermon I would have gone to a place of religion not a gym. I had a similar experience, I'm not big on religious people not in the least and I think the gentleman trying to school me in religion learned very quickly to keep a distance. When my membership expired I did not renew it I guess it was god's will... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistavengeance Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 If you can afford it, it's really difficult to beat Powerhouse's equipment. I don't just mean the machines - they have all the free weights and equipment for body-movement exercises that most people should need. As long as you don't expect a bouldering wall, parallel bars, a punching bag, or other sport-specific equipment, you shouldn't be disappointed. It's also obviously super convenient to those of us along Nimman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrubber Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 (edited) Does this gym (or any other gym in cm) have a respectable selection of free weights and a squat rack? By respectable i mean 30kg+ dumbells and 25kg plates for barbells. Powerhouse has dumbells that go up to 70 lbs (if I remember correctly) and it has a squat rack. The largest plates are 45 lbs. It has three benches for bench prench - flat, decline and incline - and also has a military press (there are also five mobile benches - flat & adjustable). I go there primarily for the weights and there are more than enough for me. I'm not a 'muscle freak', but I have seen some serious lifters in there. Edited May 4, 2009 by Scrubber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoastLamb Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Does this gym (or any other gym in cm) have a respectable selection of free weights and a squat rack? By respectable i mean 30kg+ dumbells and 25kg plates for barbells. Powerhouse has dumbells that go up to 70 lbs (if I remember correctly) and it has a squat rack. The largest plates are 45 lbs. It has three benches for bench prench - flat, decline and incline - and also has a military press (there are also five mobile benches - flat & adjustable). I go there primarily for the weights and there are more than enough for me. I'm not a 'muscle freak', but I have seen some serious lifters in there. Great info, thanks. Will check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earlofwindermere Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Earl... (I wonder if we're related?) I find your original posting quite interesting. It appears that you left because they had "Jesus" on the organizational chart. While agree it's tacky, what's the big deal? If you're going to boycott business that have religious icons or names on display, you'll end up house bound. I've never seen a business in Thailand without some kind of religious symbol in the shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puwa Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I had some friends that went there mostly because it was convent for them. Jesus is the CEO and nuns are trainers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jungian Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I had some friends that went there mostly because it was convent for them. Jesus is the CEO and nuns are trainers? Now that's what I call a Freudian slip! Poor old idrankwhat must have gotten the snot knocked out of him by a penguin or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thakkar Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Typical. There's never an atheist gym around when you need one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indoroids Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 it's very well known gym similar with gold's gym perhaps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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