Asking About Equipment at the Gym
Learn how to politely ask about gym equipment usage, waiting times, and getting help with machine settings
Situations
Choose from 5 conversations to practice
Asking if a Machine is Free
A gym member politely asks another member if they are finished with a piece of equipment they are using or resting near.
Inquiring About Waiting Times
A gym member asks someone if they know how much longer they expect to be using a popular machine, trying to gauge waiting time.
Asking for Help with Machine Settings
A gym member approaches a trainer or another member to ask for assistance with adjusting machine settings or understanding how to operate a specific piece of equipment.
Requesting to Work In
When a machine is in use but the user is taking long breaks between sets, a member asks if they can 'work in' (share the machine) between the other person's sets.
Reporting a Broken Machine
A gym member informs a staff member or trainer that a piece of equipment is not working properly or appears to be broken.