Emperors Health and Fitness Club
📍 The Sawmill, 52 Skeldergate, York YO1 6DS, UK
About Emperors Health and Fitness Club
Emperors Health and Fitness Club is a well-established gym located in The Sawmill on Skeldergate, York, offering a convenient fitness solution for both locals and visitors. With a Google rating of 4.2/5 stars from 106 reviews, it's recognised for its central location and a dedicated environment for serious workouts.
The club provides a variety of equipment for a comprehensive workout, often noted by patrons for its good mixture and generally not being overcrowded. While some equipment may show signs of age, the gym maintains a friendly yet focused atmosphere, appealing to those looking to maintain their fitness routine in the heart of York.
Visiting Information
Emperors Health and Fitness Club operates Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday to Sunday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility is equipped with a wheelchair-accessible restroom. For payment convenience, the club accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments, providing flexible options for all members and day pass users.
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📍 The Sawmill, 52 Skeldergate, York YO1 6DS, UK
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Showing 5 of 106 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 6 February 2026.
I was in York for one night and wanted to workout. The staff were happy to facilitate. The gym has a friendly yet focused atmosphere. People were there to work seriously. Some of the equipment is worn but they have what matters. I liked it a lot.
Been going to this gym for 15 years when I come to York. Today will be the last time. The customer service was pretty shocking. After paying for my day pass, I politely asked if they still give towels as when I have been in the past they have been provided, he responded "no" I said OK no problem went up to the changing room then remembered I didn't have a locker key so I returned downstairs to the desk and asked if I could have a locker key, the said nothing rolled his eyes then provided. When I was leaving and returned he said nothing, he was generally quite aggressive. I don't know what his problem was. In future I will travel further to another gym where I am.sure they will have friendly professional staff.
Pros: Central location, not overcrowded, good mixture of equipment. Cons: A lot of the equipment is old and worn to the point that it affects how it can be used.
What an absolutely fantastic time I have had the last 4 weeks on the boot camp you have been running at the gym and especially to Karen the instructor taking the classes , 3 a week for 4 weeks lasting an hour each class and not one class the same . Karen you obviously put a lot of thought planning each session and doing the class with us .Working so hard has given results ,my fitness and especially stamina has really improved . The one thing all of it has been is fun ,arriving each morning with a smile and leaving with a smile . I’ve been a member at emperors gym for some years now finding it a lovely and friendly place to come and workout .
In York on holiday and contacted the gym regarding a day pass. Quick reply and I was in the next morning to train. Staff very friendly and a great set up in the gym. Will definitely be back next time we are in the city