FF Platinum allows auto access to all outlets in Malaysia. Just walk in and swipe your card as usual. Only when you're flying overseas and wanted to use/ tryout the FF gym there, you will need to inform the front desk earlier for them to prepare a 'passport' to enter.

Me! But only once a week, otherwise I'd be stoned all the time.
I will reach FF at 6.45-6.50am, do some warm up then join the 7am class. Finish at 8am, take bath, change, go for breakfast then work. I start work at 9.30am previously so there's the luxury of breakfast but since I've changed my working time to 9am, have to tapau or have a really quick b'fast.

I see a lot of women ady at gym before 7am (Paradigm). Some no need to work. I personally work near to Paradigm (only 5-10min away without jam) but with the morning traffic it takes me appx 15-20min or so to get there.

Yup if you want overseas passport then you've gotta enroll for Platinum membership.

Hahahaha only on Wednesday morning you'll find me there... and special occasion like today - Grit new release launch. Some Thursdays I would drop by to join my friend for Grit workout.

Oh for Paradigm it's easy. I park right next to the lift and just take lift up to G and I've reached FF. I have seen some securities patrolling/ walking around car park at 6+am. I have been going alone for 3-4weeks but recently a friend of mine decided to join in lol we drive separate car but go up together. It's only temp though as he won't be able to join me in March next year -_____-;; so sad. It's always nice to workout with a company.

How do you define the 'international'?

Really? That's new to me. Didn't know

Visited Gorgeous KBT last 2 days. The place is big - 5 floors! Definitely bigger than FF KBT but just can't get used to the environment there. For some funny reason I just find Gorgeous very 'alien' to me couldn't wait to leave right after class. If there's one thing I like about the place - it's the rooftop <3

Although it was Open Day, the staff in front desk stopped us and ask if we're brought in by any member @@ almost didn't allow us to go in. But if we just walk past the reception (no need towel) and go straight to the lift, they wouldn't know right? Because unlike FF, there's no need to swipe the card.

Yerrrr I went Paradigm on 7th Sept and look for her, she's off no luck.

Oh you went Empire so early? lol so where's the nearest entrance to FF?

Also, anyone know where to park in Curve if I wan go to the FF there? Nearest entrance

This post has been edited by sweet_pez: Sep 13 2013, 10:32 AM

No kidding... I'm really surprised they're so chillax. One friend used his mum's card to enter FF and it had been ongoing for quite a few months till he was caught. I can't believe they only caught him after so long. Every time members swipe card to get in, the card holder's picture flashes on the monitor (big one too)

Eh... then meaning the SOHO lift doesn't stop at B1 or B2, only B4? There's a lot of lift around Empire... is it the one near NEWS entrance?

Got it, thanks!

I don't think there's a daytime membership with FF?

Why not sign up for the 7-days free trial before you make up your mind? I think nothing beats trying out the facility first.

Yeah like me, no choice but to get the Plat membership since KBT is nearest to me place. You can try checking with the consultant whether they are able to provide you home membership but don't put too much hope on it.

What about parking at the LRT station?

No idea but why not walk in to Plat outlet to sign up for it?

RM1 flat is after 7pm entry right? Morning is also flat rate? o.O

Yeah it's pricey but standard price. If you ask me, it's reasonable if you maximize your membership (meaning go to gym often lol).

Good thing you didn't sign up with TF. Google the TF thread here and you'll find pages and pages of never ending complain about them.

Unarguably, it's Paradigm FF for me. Axis equipments are pretty old.

Yes agree. If you're talking about yoga/ GX and RPM, Axis's one is bigger but in terms of machines, pantry, freestyle area etc Paradigm is better (newer and bigger).

Yup I go Paradigm on and off but am a regular there on Wednesday morning.

Uhhhh if you mean whether I'm a Platinum member then yes

RM201.60 inclusive of the 6% GST and yes, it's by credit card.

I have seen some members pay at the front desk. Try negotiating with the membership consultant to see if they'll allow you to pay cash monthly. If they're desperate enough for business (and not against their policy), it's possible.

No... don't need a PT. Although I'm not 100% disciplined, I think I do enough workout (clock in averagely 12-14 hours of workout per week in the gym). Instead of paying for PT, I leverage on the classes and online videos or materials. In fact I always ask tips from other veteran members and class instructors it's sufficient. Like I always believe in - ask and you shall receive (well, 50% of the time lol). Gym members (of those that I know) are very generous and more than willing to share if you ask.

What are you interested in doing at FF? Yoga or GX class or weights? Others?

Seriously? Didn't know about the extra charges

Aaaawh that was me when I first joined. But I didn't like how things were... it's too boring to just come, workout and then leave. I like making friends and talking to people so am really happy to get to know the members. I go to gym everyday that it has literally turned to my 3rd home (same for most active gym goers I believe). It's easier to make friends when you join GX and become a regular there. Start off with smiles, small talk and then yay~

in steam room? kena target or seriously just small talk?
I hardly use the steam room because my gym kaki is a guy -_____-||

No worries dear, after you signed up they will usually offer you the Body First kit - 3 sessions with a PT. You will pay for it initially RM250+ but if you come to the gym at least 3 times a week for 3 months, they will refund the money to you (note that you will need to fill a form and ask for refund, and wait a little bit).

Maximize your questions during those 3 sessions (1hr per session). The PT will teach you how to use the treadmill, machines, advice you on your food etc. No doubt they'll do some pep talk and get you to sign him/ her up for PT afterwards.

Even if the PT did not teach you how to use some of the machines, you can always ask some of PT at the counter and they'll tell you (there are nice ones and grudging ones, mind you). Or, better still, ask some of the members and make friends that's how you initiate conversation. Don't need to be shy.

As you know... spot reduction is a myth so if you have high body fat content, then you'll need to reduce it. I would recommend HIIT - such as Body Attack class (whereby Paradigm doesn't have it, sorry).

You like dancing classes? nice, you can go for Sh'bam, Body Jam or Zumba. There's quite a lot of yoga classes as well and aerobics (HIIT) - Attack - you can join another club for the program. LesMills program are very fun and intense, you'll love them.

100% agree with you, I won't last a month if it's machine all the way not my type of a workout.

Never tried Umi's hardcore before but went for her Pump once @@ gosh the crowd was a killer. Everyone's standing shoulder to shoulder. Or should I say... barbell to barbell?

For hardcore I'd think the "king" is Desmond from Curve. I get phobia every time I think of hardcore and him teaching. Did you try hardcore strength? Love it! Can't wait for it to be launched.

pro? Currently my 9th month with FF. Even my home club's GX manager thought I was a long time member (because she only came in 9-10 months ago, almost the same time as I join the club)

I'm still far from my goal but am at least happy I'm making progress.

definitely will bump into FF Paradigm. Although I don't go there often (except Wed morning), I do go there for special launching/ event/ release (for programs that I follow and if it's an instructor i like lol) and certain weekends when I wanted a change from my usual home club class routine. Sometimes I follow instructors as well.

Whole body will feel it since there's cardio but usually you'll feel it more at your abs the next day.