Starke Fitness

I would give this gym a 4-5 star rating in non-pandemic times.nnThey have 3 bench racks and 3 squat racks, plus 2 smith machines.nGood exercise atmosphere and environment, and also plentiful amenities in a clean setting.nnI give 1 stars because they do not require guests to wear masks to protect other guests. While at the time of writing (01/03/2021) this is legal under the most recent MS executive order, as fitness establishments are exempt from the mask requirement, the lack of a policy to protect patrons from having to get an oxygen tube rammed down their throat is disappointing.nnI recently exercised here multiple times over the course of a few weeks, and I never saw more than 3 individuals, who were patrons, wear a mask in addition to me. So legal, but still wrong.nnFurthermore, I never observed any staff member wearing a mask, which is concerning. I am not sure as to the legality of these actions; nevertheless, I am extremely skeptical as to the legality of them. I cannot imagine, however, that management has retained professional legal services and a licensed attorney has advised them that their policy toward staff and masks is not contrary to current state law in Mississippi.nnPay an attorney $500 to review the state law and ensure compliance with it. It's not that complicated, and might even cost less. Masks work. People are dying, and are still dying.nnMy impassioned and lengthy review reflects my knowledge of those close to me who have died as a result of COVID-19 and those whom I do not know, but currently have an oxygen tube jammed down their throat to pump oxygen into their nearly decommissioned lungs.nnI will likely exercise here again after the pandemic ends, if it does. Nevertheless, for a student living with parents who don't want oxygen tubes in their throats, nor to die decades before the median age of death for Americans, exercising here is simply not an option.nnNice facilities though.

i love this gym. there is plenty of equipment, everyone does their own thing, but staff is more than happy to help if you need something!

Very nice facility. Employees are nice, and informative. Best gym I've been to out of town.

One of, if not the best fitness facility that I've ever been to. I really enjoy working out there. Friendly and knowledge staff.

Amazing staff, great equipment, and an even better price. What more could you want! Highly recommend!