An old-school gym that owns it
The review that tells you the most here is short and in English, from October 2023: "Nice 80s style gym. Had a great workout today :) Guestworkout is 10 EUR, that's fair." That single line does more work than any rave. It tells you the vibe (old-school, not a chrome-and-glass chain), it gives you a real number (a guest workout costs 10 euro), and it calls that price fair. When a reviewer hands you a concrete figure like that, I'd believe it more than any "great atmosphere" adjective. I've read enough gym pages to know a real price beats a warm adjective every time.
Palestra Sporting Club ASD sits in Castelfiorentino, in Tuscany, and it's rated 4.7 across 43 reviews. Some are in Italian; I've translated those and marked them.
What the reviews agree on
Two things come up again and again: the people and the price. A February 2025 reviewer wrote (translated from Italian) that it's a "family atmosphere," with weights-room and cardio equipment "well distributed," and singled out a staffer as "very reliable and professionally trained," adding "fair prices, definitely recommended." An October 2023 review echoes it (translated from Italian): staff "always available," "very well-trained people," "excellent prices and free timetable." That phrase, free timetable, likely means open-gym hours rather than fixed class slots, which matters if you train on an unpredictable schedule.
An August 2025 review (translated from Italian) frames the place as a "historic gym in Castelfiorentino, with highly trained instructors." So the "80s style" line isn't an insult here. Multiple people read it as a feature.
What the 4.7 measures
Forty-three reviews is a modest book. The average is believable, but do the math before you lean on it: at this count, a couple of honest one-stars would pull it toward the mid-4s quickly. There's cushion, but not much. What the number does tell you, backed by the words, is that regulars like the staff and think the pricing is honest. It doesn't tell you how the equipment compares to a modern chain, because nobody here makes that comparison.
What's missing
The listing has no website, which is unusual and worth noting. Beyond the 10-euro guest rate, no review quotes a membership price. The hours are published (roughly 9:30am to 10:30pm on weekdays, shorter Saturday), but nobody confirms staffed times versus open-gym access. If you want photos or a class list before visiting, you'll need to phone (+39 0571 628575), because there's no site to check.
Who it's not for
If you want the newest machines, a slick app, and a spotless corporate finish, an "80s style gym" is probably not your match. If you want a well-run local room with fair prices and staff who know their trade, the reviews point squarely at that.
How much does it cost to work out here?
One 2023 review lists a guest workout at 10 euro and calls it fair. No review states a full membership price, so confirm rates directly with the gym.
Is the equipment modern?
Reviewers describe an "80s style" gym with well-distributed weights and cardio machines. Several treat the old-school feel as a plus rather than a drawback.
Does it have a website?
No website is listed. Contact the gym by phone for hours, prices, and current details.