I've been a member now for at least a couple of months now. The downtown Phoenix location is in a great location and plus you get parking validated. The price you pay for the Phoenix location gives you access to the other locations in the Phoenix metropolitan area. I've visited the Ahwatukee location as well. I like their Zumba and yoga classes. Yes, I would love it if they had a pool but that's why their prices are less. After going to the gym, I like eating at one of the local restaurants so that's what makes it convenient.
To give you some background, I was a member of LA Fitness for several years but discontinued LA Fitness due to the crowdedness and the fact that it is far from work.