Squats and Science shows 4.7 from 57 reviews, and every one of its five written reviews makes essentially the same point from a different angle: this is a Brooklyn strength-training gym that somehow never gets crowded.
An Absurd Amount of Squat Racks, Described Precisely
John Burrell's review is the most vivid on this point: "Upon my initial visit I was able to casually walk up to a squat rack. They have what seems like an infinite amount. They have so many that if you wanted to do arm curls in the squat rack you could without impacting the gym goers (please don't ever do that)! I have yet to see the 3-7pm gym rush." That last detail is worth taking seriously as a specific, checkable claim - 3-7pm is the classic after-work rush window at most city gyms, and he's saying it simply doesn't happen here the way it does elsewhere.
Built Specifically for Serious Lifters
Ed P's review makes the positioning explicit: "This isn't your average commercial gym with broken machines and crowded treadmills - this place is built for people who love to train hard, smart, and consistently. Squat racks, specialty bars, calibrated plates, platforms - you name it, they've got it." Calibrated plates specifically matter for competitive or serious powerlifters tracking exact loads - a detail a casual gym wouldn't bother stocking.
Two Owners, Named and Credited
John Burrell names both owners directly: "Alan and Tommy have a great product." Melanie Morgan, independently, credits Alan specifically for a different role - hands-on coaching: "I had a few sessions with trainer Alan, who was very professional, knowledgeable, and helpful in jump-starting my gym experience. I have since been going on my own and feel able to navigate the space and confident in my workouts." That's a specific, useful account for anyone nervous about starting: an owner who also does beginner coaching sessions, with a member reporting she moved from guided sessions to confident independent training.
A Departing Member's Verdict
Rocky Dale Davis's review carries extra weight because he's writing as he's about to leave: "I'm moving now and will no longer be attending and I'm truly sad because this place and the people that go there are just awesome." He also makes a direct comparison to what he'd tried first: "I went to a few gyms that were slammed packed and the equipment was just crappy corporate junk." A review written specifically because someone is losing access to something, rather than promoting continued use of it, is a genuinely strong signal.
Ongoing Investment, Not Just an Opening-Day Impression
Justin Truong's review, after more than a year as a member, adds a detail about maintenance: "The owner continuously looks for new equipment to add or old stuff to repair/improve, and haven't met a single bad apple there." That's evidence of sustained reinvestment, not a facility coasting on its original setup.
What's Missing
No review states a membership price. Nothing describes locker rooms, showers, or amenities beyond the training floor itself - every review is specifically about equipment and crowding.
Who It's Not For
Anyone looking for group classes, cardio machines, or a broader fitness-club atmosphere - every review here describes a strength-and-powerlifting-focused floor specifically. Anyone pricing this out before joining, since no review gives a figure.
40 Ditmars St, Brooklyn, NY 11221. The website is squatsandscience.com.
FAQ
Does this gym get crowded?
According to multiple independent reviewers, rarely - several specifically say they've never encountered the typical after-work rush that hits most city gyms.
Who owns and runs it?
Alan and Tommy are named directly as owners; Alan is also credited specifically for hands-on beginner coaching sessions.
Is it good for someone new to lifting?
Yes, according to one reviewer who describes starting nervous, working with owner Alan for a few sessions, and moving on to confident independent training.
What kind of equipment does it have?
Reviewers specifically mention numerous squat racks, specialty bars, calibrated plates, and deadlift platforms - equipment aimed at serious strength training and powerlifting.