This is a great gym for getting some weights and cardio in quick and getting back to my day. The classes are so-so but that's not why I signed up. The only bad thing about this place is the horrendous parking situation, but I've started working out in the morning before work instead and that situation does not exist at 5am. :-)
I pay $17 a month which is great compared to the $35 I was paying at LA Fitness! Even with the annual fee, it works out to be much less overall. I'm not sure what other reviews are referring to as far as "maintenance fees". I have not experienced this and have been a member for a year now.
I used to belong to Golds Gym in ABQ as well and people, if you are looking for all the bells and whistles, this has never been that kind of place. People here seem to be much more serious about their workout than at other gyms, and I like that. Get in, get out.