Touchstone gym located in downtown Oakland…read more This is a more small and intimate gym in comparison to Pacific Pipe. There is a small Boulder section, top roping, work area, weights, and workout area. The staff here is super friendly. My friends took the intro to climbing class here and they really enjoyed it. The staff was really helpful in teaching them the ins and outs

I love the structure. Super fun, climbing competition. Great stuff. Super fun…read more I came for the 2024 climbing competition. I had such a great time so glad I came. This building is gorgeous and so fun so aesthetic. The staff was super friendly. When I made a joke about my chalk, they were receptive and fun. Their store was pretty well stocked. Grab myself an adorable, red crop sweatshirt. They're set up was very organized. Literally zero drama. Highly recommend, and I'll be back.

Keely is the best. I've been working with her once a week for about a year, and I can't recommend…read moreher enough. She's extremely knowledgeable and skilled at adapting workouts on the spot to meet my needs while still challenging me to improve. I've noticed consistent progress in my strength, body awareness, and overall fitness. I have a history of ankle sprains which used to make me nervous about working out, but Keely completely takes that anxiety away. She creates a safe, supportive environment where I can focus on getting stronger without worrying about re-injury. She also has an incredible ability to identify the root of any soreness or discomfort I might be feeling and recommend targeted exercises or stretches that actually make a difference. It's like magic. Except it's not. It's Keely's skills, expertise, and depth of knowledge. Relatedly, Keely is passionate about educating her clients on how their bodies work. I've learned so much about different exercises and muscle groups from her. Beyond her technical expertise, Keely has a bubbly and compassionate personality. I genuinely have fun talking to her during our sessions. She's attentive and truly cares about her clients' progress and well-being. Working with her has been one of the best investments I've made for my health, and I look forward to our sessions each week.

I'm not the type of person that naturally loves working out but Keely makes me look forward to it…read more She's discerning, inquisitive, kind and funny and knows everything there is to know about the human form. Like I said, my natural opposition to all things physical has sadly prevented my brain from absorbing much of this knowledge permanently but she is undeniably patient with me as she has to repeat what a Bulgarian split squat is for the hundredth time. Thank you for never giving up on me! I started working out with Keely before my wedding in 2021, when my biggest concern was feeling confident in a midriff-exposing dress. Looking back on that time, Keely was truly comforting and helped me recognize and celebrate my strength. I kept going back to work out with her because she helped me understand that working out can be...dare I say it...fun. In addition to the fun, i wanted to maintain healthy ways of managing pain. I struggle with neck pain, tension headaches and migraines. Keely has helped me manage the pain by building and maintaining back strength. She's also imparted a wealth of techniques related to breathing and stretching exercises, which have helped me to get out of my neck in my daily routine. Without her I'd most likely be crying in fetal. Recently after a new diagnosis of TOS, Keely did her own research to offer the right exercise plan to not exacerbate any issues. Her dedication and individualized care for her clients is unmatched. Keely has an incredible ability to make you feel comfortable, confident, and cared for. I look forward to every session and feel lucky to work out with her every week. Much love, Keely!

I love Title! I've been coming here for almost five years now, through two pregnancies/postpartums…read more The facility is clean, the classes are challenging, and the staff are accommodating, professional, and personable. They go the extra mile to check on you during class, learn your name, and suggest modifications if you need (like I did when I was pregnant). The app is also nice and convenient for booking classes.

This is a great gym to get started at! The classes are well structured and so much fun! They have a…read moregreat playlist and keep you moving. I like how Coach Bryon teaches. He keeps you engaged and checks on you throughout class to help with form. Everyone is very encouraging there! They also offer varieties of classes from kickboxing, boxing, and more! They have several classes throughout the day too, so anything can fit into your schedule. This is a great gym for everyone, no matter what level you are at!

Best gym in the bay! My husband and I have been unlimited members at FTC for almost 2 years. As…read moresomeone who has tried many studios in the SF Bay Area - I can confidently say this is the best out there. The programming / phase structure helps you build and get stronger over time. The classes aren't packed so you get attention/corrections from the coaches. There are modifications and ways to level up - whether you're a beginner or advanced, the workouts feel inclusive! FTC also offers Hyrox specific training and group cohorts. If you're interested in competing in a Hyrox or looking for a gym with the right workouts and equipment to prepare, this gym can help. But the best part is the community. If you're looking for a welcoming, inspiring, motivating environment - FTC is the place. Go take your first class - you'll have a great workout and meet some friendly faces!

Coolest gym in Oakland, great classes, better community. I've had the pleasure of hosting some…read morephysical therapy workshops here. Fitnesse clearly cares about their member's health and well being.

*** UPDATE #3 *** This gym is still a solid 4 star and a…read morerecommend if you can afford but I a had to cancel a couple of months ago (cancellation was no problem). I left the gym because of dues increase. I just can't continue as the closing hours during the week and weekend are far too early for me leaving me not able to get there as often as I need for the price. I understand things are rough in Oakland and downtown with many vacant offices and apartments (less people) but, I must have a gym that I can get to without rushing to after finishing work at 6:30 PM and that has later PM weekend hours. I am unhappy as management would rather see someone cancel who uses the space 1 - 2 days max per week instead of leaving their dues as they were vs. any increase considering the place was usually nearly empty when I did go those 1 - 2 days per week. I was a member for 10 + years before Covid and when the gym was Club One. Current management/ownership should also take members membership history into consideration when they decide to increase dues in today's financial climate amongst cutting hours, classes, and closing the wet sauna. BOTTOM LINE - if you want a GREAT GYM in Oakland, The Club at City Center is the best overall gym for sure.

This is a very shady gym, and honestly I'm not surprised it's turning into a ghost town. My dad…read morepays over $170 a month for this place, and somehow they still can't consistently keep the hot water running in the showers or pool. The locker rooms are gross, a lot of the equipment is outdated, apparently there's a jacuzzi that's been out of order since covid and the only thing this gym really had going for it was the basketball court. I first came here back in 2022, then again in 2026, and the difference is night and day. In 2022 the place was packed. Fast forward to 2026 and it looks abandoned. Either people got priced out, or everyone found a better gym. The funniest part is how they handled their guest pass policy. When my dad signed up, he was told he could send guests even if he wasn't physically there. I had already used the guest pass once before while I was finishing college, and they took all my information down. Ever since then they've absolutely spammed me with texts and emails trying to sell me a membership, even after I told them I didn't live in the area. It was way harder than it should've been to stop the marketing, which honestly doesn't inspire much confidence if you ever wanted to cancel a membership. I recently moved back and figured I'd use my second guest visit. I walked over for a leg day because they have one machine I actually like. The woman at the front desk asked for my dad's information and then asked if I could call him to confirm I had permission to use the guest pass. I explained he was currently out of the country. She disappeared into the back for a few minutes, came back, and suddenly said, "Actually we've changed the guest policy, so even if your dad called, we still couldn't let you in." ...Wait, what? You literally just asked me to call him. So I asked when the policy changed, and she said, "Maybe about a week ago." The whole interaction was awkward and honestly didn't sit right with me. Maybe it really was a brand-new policy, maybe it wasn't. Either way, asking me to call my dad for approval and then immediately telling me his approval doesn't matter makes absolutely no sense. The irony is they spent months blowing up my phone trying to convince me to buy a membership, but the second I tried to legitimately use the guest benefit that came with the membership my dad already pays for, suddenly I couldn't get through the front door. If you're spending over $170 a month, there are far better options. The YMCA down the street has a better value, and if you're willing to spend a little more, Equinox offers amenities that this place isn't even close to matching. This gym feels like it's circling the drain. Poor management, inconsistent policies, dirty facilities, and prices that make absolutely no sense. Save yourself the headache and spend your money somewhere that actually values its members.

I've been going to The Oasis for over a year now and I absolutely love it! It's a beautiful space…read moreand I always feel welcome and comfortable. Everything about the studio and the classes are intentional and I appreciate the community feel. I leave each class refreshed and excited for my next one.

The space is beautiful and intentional and I've never heard of combining Pilates with strength…read moretraining. The staff and trainers are kind, supportive and informative. Very happy I've been able to get back into moving my body and feeling a difference.

I was a loyal member of the Emeryville Orangetheory until it permanently closed. After the closure,…read moremy membership was automatically transferred to the Downtown Oakland location, which I did not choose and do not feel comfortable attending. I canceled my membership immediately after the transition and requested that my membership end with my current billing cycle. Instead, I was told I would be charged for an additional month because of the 30-day cancellation policy, despite the fact that the studio I originally joined no longer exists. I found the lack of flexibility extremely disappointing. This was not a typical cancellation, it resulted from Orangetheory closing my home studio. I have not used my membership since the Emeryville location closed, yet I was still expected to pay for another month at a different location. Alex unwilling to make what I believe would have been a reasonable customer service exception. As a result, I cannot recommend this location based on how this transition was handled.

Deshaun is hands down the absolute best coach I've experienced at this location. I've been a member…read moresince 2021 and never felt compelled to write a review until now because of him... head coach vibes. He is motivating, mindful, and plays the best music. I literally would rather come here than go to a club because he essentially plays the same music I'd hear there, but I feel even better because I'm doing something more productive for my mind, body, and soul. I wish he coached early morning classes during the week, but I'm thankful and look forward to his Sunday classes. Also, they have a new and improved manager at this location. I forget his name, but he is kind and welcoming to myself and all of the other members from what I've seen thus far. This is a great place to be so if you are debating on whether or not you should join... DO IT!

I love working with Coach Nando! I've worked out my whole life but as a nurse, Covid turned my…read moreworld upside down. I was deployed to hot spots and working every day. Gyms were closed, I was tired all the time, and honestly my nutrition went to crap. I gained A LOT of weight. At one point in my life I was very close to competing in a show but that didn't happen at that point. It's always been something I've wanted to do. Once I got back in the gym and dialed in the nutrition I lost a lot of weights and gained back my muscle. I knew I still had a lot of work ahead of me and I would do better if I had a coach. I looked at several coaches, local and remote. After I had a consultation call with coach, I knew he was the right coach for me. I could tell from our first conversation that he would be honest with me and he would push me. I have continued losing weight and gaining muscle with his coaching. I've now competed in several shows, done multiple spartan races, and ran my first marathon. I can say with 100% certainty that I am in the best shape of my life and I thank Coach for getting me there. I'm excited to see what we build together over the next year as I transition into a different division. Whether you are looking for a lifestyle coach and just want to lose some weight, tone up, etc; or you want to start competing, I highly recommend Built by Nando.

After dieting and training on my own for 6 months- (started at roughly 300lbs and came down to…read more235lbs when I saw Fernando)I was exhausted and my body had plateaued. At that point I knew I needed to do something different if I wanted to compete on stage so I hired a professional that came recommended by the local IFBB pro in my gym. From the beginning Fernando not only displayed a level of confidence that was genuine (due to his experience and expertise)but he also is able to pass this confidence on to you as well. I needed this confidence because he nearly doubled my food intake!!! I was so afraid of getting fat again I was starving myself which I discovered once I started following his meal plan. So now I was on a mission to get lean and I was eating more! Best of both worlds! 24 weeks later, checking in every single week, many diet modifications, hitting every workout and cardio session and regularly posing I was able to step on stage at the 2023 Tahoe Show to which I took 2nd in Open Class and 4th in Masters division. I was extremely satisfied with my results considering where I started and the fact that it was my first show! Many thanks to you Coach Nando and wife coach Bere. Both of you were ALWAYS there when I needed you and most importantly for me as a bodybuilding nerd - Nando you always were willing to explain the reasoning behind your approach. This is am forever grateful for because you were not only a coach but a teacher as well! I will have this knowledge for the rest of my life now. If you want to reach far beyond what your mind can imagine for your physique I highly recommend you get on Team Built. You will not be disappointed!!!

I won an auction for 3 Pilates reformer classes last year and I haven't stopped going! I knew I had…read moreto start building strength for my health, but was having trouble motivating myself to go to the gym. Alison's classes are fun and challenging. I can tell I'm so much stronger than I used to be.

If you are one of the many of us, trying to get back into shape after Covid, Truve Fit should be…read moreyour first stop. A key factor of whether you will stick with an exercise program is the having a frictionless environment. Truve has validated parking at the Hive so you do not have to be driving around in circles trying to figure out where you can park safely and get into the class on time. When you walk in through the front doors, the vibe is very chill so you do not feel anxious walking into class. Most importantly, the other people working in the gym are extremely supportive and will become your community quickly. Having all these things in place makes a fitness routine so much easier to establish. There are even free community classes if that's how you prefer to give this place a try. The instructors are excellent. Classes are capped at 10 for general fitness classes, and three for Pilates. As a result, their instructors can give you abundant corrections and attention so you avoid injuries and develop great form. If you are worried that you don't know how to use a Pilates Reformer, you can hire a private trainer for three classes to learn the ropes like I did. This is the premier gym in Oakland for rehabilitation from injuries. I am a 7 year cancer survivor who has had numerous surgeries. Each time, I've had to fight back to regain my health, strength and flexibility. My last surgery was major, set me back the farthest, and happened during the height of the pandemic; recovery felt close to impossible until I walked through these doors. Not only have I converted fat into muscle, lost weight, gotten so much stronger and gained so much range of motion over 5 months, but I can keep trying new things like TRX Bootcamp that turned out to be fun. Truve's got a wide range of things you can try to keep from being bored. Also, you can go buy fresh baked bread and pastries at Firebrand Artisan Bakery next store or empanadas at Javi's Empanadas caddy corner after you finish your workout. Truve's location is fabulous.

I love this Planet Fitness. It is very clean and the employees are very respectful. I'm always…read moreusing the showers and I've never had any bad experiences early in the AM. Tonya is amazing. I'm very sad to hear that she will be going to another location. She is always very professional and Im impressed with how well she connects with the people in the gym, remember everyone's name. I think PF locations can learn a lot about quality customer service from her. Also, Autumn is a doll! She is very sweet and works really hard around the gym.

I think the tanning beds at Planet Fitness could cause cancer! I'm used to seeing my skin turn out…read morea smooth brown. I started freckling a lot. I've been seeing new freckles on my chest, plus places I'd never seen freckles: my chest, legs, and arms. Now, I have one on my nose, which is so annoying to cover up. My face keeps getting red blotches, even with wearing face SPF. Other tanning beds don't freckle. Also, they're kinda dirty. Sometimes there's tiny ants on the tile floor. I thought it was a great idea to do tanning with my gym membership. Wow, so cheap- tanning is usually so much more.... Except it's more because they're using beds that don't cause cancer. I think I'm going back to Tan Bella. Or is there such a place in the East Bay? It sucks Covid shelter closed the original Soleil by Lake Merritt. I guess it's just spray tan there now. It is hard to find tanning in the Bay Area. Some people should not tan. However, for me, it cured my excema. Stay away from the cheap tanning bed! Your skin will thank you