I started training with Steve a few months ago. Before Anchored, I was at a regular gym with a personal trainer twice a week. I joined this gym due to the other one closing and my boyfriend recommended that I give this place a shot. I'm glad I took his advice! Steve teaches proper positioning (which I didn't learn too much before) and handling. Since I am more on the beginner's side of lifting, he tweaks the workouts and recommends different things to my ability and has me work on things I'm struggling in. I definitely feel so much stronger! He also goes over nutrition and what is needed to support your body. In addition, there are other helpers who check in to make sure your workout is going okay. As for the environment, this is my first time at this type of smaller gym, but I really enjoy how other folks push and motivate you to do better. read more

I used to be a total newbie to weight lifting trying out different gyms. Then I started going to anchored. Hands down the best gym I have attended. Steve is so dedicated and puts in a lot of effort. His on ramp classes are top notch and so are the group fitness classes. I love the philosophy that strength is needed in every part of your life, including fitness. Amazing gym. Definitely will recommend. read more

Steve is probably the most intuitive trainer that I know. He really breaks things down and applies every movement even from the start of the warm ups. He will take your weaknesses and work with you to make them stronger and make your strengths even stronger. If you want the real deal look no further! His technique and power is pretty amazing and he really wants his clients to better themselves. Regarding his diet regiment he will really break it nutrition scientifically. Awesome gym awesome ppls! read more

Anchored Strength & Conditioning - Awesome rig! - Trainers Near Me - Milpitas, California

If you need physical guidance, rehabilitation, nutrition advice, or just a no frills, welcoming environment to move some weight...Anchored Strength and Conditioning has it all. I've been more bumped and bruised during my day than I'd care to expand on, but Steve has meticulously worked with my limitations to cater a regiment to me specifically. No getting lost in a WOD here. Just high quality training done so with care and attention. I'm still making progress and am far from my long-term goals, but my few months with the owner Steve thus far have me on the right track. Hit my muscle-up again!! read more

I began my fitness journey with Steve when we both worked at 24 Hour Fitness together. Steve has always been a wealth of knowledge when it came to fitness programs and dieting. He is so well versed in both, guaranteed after I had trained with him for a 2-3 months time span I was seeing amazing results. Steve teaches proper positioning, handling and will adjust workouts to help you gain proper form and in turn will give you the strength to meet your PR's. The gym itself, I personally think is great. When I've gone, the class size has never been more than 7 people. Even with this many people working out, Steve is able to oversee, help make any adjustments (positioning, suggestions), and cheer you on. The atomsphere is always welcoming and everyone is extremely friendly. I highly recommend Anchored SC to anyone and everyone who wants to reach their fitness goals. read more

Steve, Atsushi and CJ organized a great workout program at my workplace. I was newbie 6 months ago and now I am regular. - They help folks at different levels (from novice to expert) with different progressions of the same workout. - They come up with great before and after stretching exercise program to compliment the workout. - They have a good understanding of anatomy and ensure proper posture during the entire workout. After 6 months, I can definitely say, my strength has greatly improved, my immune system has seen a boost and I am more confident around the gym. Thanks guys. Keep up the good work. read more

Steve is the BEST! He makes coming to the gym fun AND a learning experience. I've been to a lot of crossfit gyms, and he's my favorite hands down. I've learned so much from him. read more

Steve owned the corporate account where I work. I got an opportunity to work with him and some other coaches from his gym for close to a year until the program at work was cut. He continued to program for a group of us long after that. I also worked out at the Milpitas location a few times. Steve is a coach who can pin point the gaps in your training and technique. He can give you the building blocks to take your training to the next level. He encourages you to be your best and to get outside your comfort zone. I am much stronger now; based on the advice he gave me. He ran things very smoothly and the other coaches we worked with were very professional. I would recommend that you try this gym and work with Steve and his team to achieve your fitness goals! read more

I was looking for a gym by my work in milpitas that focused on tried and true weightlifting methods. I didnt want to get injured doing crossfit or trying the latest fad. I am SO glad i found anchored. Steve, the trainer here, is always high energy and excited to help me train. It wakes me up after a long day at the office. This gym has a real family atmosphere - everyone helps each other out and pushes each other to greater heights. I've even convinced my girlfriend to come join me for the last few months and despite the fact that she's never lifted a weight in her life and was intimidated by the prospect, she's now a regular. The results have been fantastic for us both and I couldn't be happier. Thanks Steve. read more

I am not really a gym kind and that's what I always believed about my self but until I accidentally came across Steve's Gym and It totally changed my perspective as this is not your regular gym. Steve holds your hand and train you step by step so you are never lost in the gym, you exactly know what I am talking about. So go checkout and just try the 1st four onramp session and you wanna keep coming back. Thanks Steve for all the patience with me. You are the man!! read more

The support & motivation all members of Anchored S&C has been phenomenal. Before Anchor I would regularly workout at 24 hour fitness but would end up getting injured constantly. Steve helped out tremendously with my form. Its nice working out with group of motivated people. Everyone is friendly, nice and willing to offer advice or support when needed. read more

If you're looking to get strong, fit, and need help reaching your health goals, look no further. I've known the people at anchored for many years and they consistently provide great programming for their members, attentive coaching and teaching, and just a great atmosphere for all levels of fitness. Everywhere you look, you see people smiling, talking, and truly enjoying their time at the gym! Anchored is simply a great community that will get you in the best shape of your life. Now if you're looking to get into weightlifting or your a seasoned pro, Anchored is a no brainer. Besides the sweet setup of 6 weightlifting platforms and top notch bars/plates, Steve provides some of the best coaching in bay area. He has consistently helped me with my lifts, noticing the smallest of detail! read more

I worked with Steve, Atsushi and CJ a couple times a week in San Francisco. All are incredibly knowledgeable, great motivators and really nice people. They are skilled at training all levels (often simultaneously) and have a knack for making intimidating workouts and exercises accessible for even the most timid of beginners. read more

This gym is for anyone trying to better themselves. Steve provides a well rounded program that has helped me out of my Crossfit plateau. Since I've moved to anchored, Steve has helped me build a foundation to my Olympic lifting that has made me move more weight then I ever thought I could. I've gained a better understanding of nutrition, lifting technique/mechanics, mental and physical aspects of being an athlete, and new friends along the way. I'm the strongest I've ever been thanks to all the coaches and supportive people at anchored. The coaches truly care about each individual member and they will customize any work out according to ability level! read more

After close to a year off from CrossFit, I was looking to get back into things. Steve (Kpa) was one of the trainers that I was working with when I left CrossFit, and I really liked his ability to communicate and demonstrate movements to all levels of athlete/client. So in addition to the old box I was attending I looked him up at his new venture - Anchored Strength & Conditioning. I really liked the intimate atmosphere, and after attending my introductory session and seeing how people interacted at the gym, I was eager to get started. The atmosphere is so inviting, and the people are genuinely welcoming of any/all newcomers. I have been attending pretty regularly (3 times per week) since early February and have already increased my strength (1 RM on three lifts) beyond what I was able to achieve at CrossFit over a number of years. For me, the consistency in knowing what is coming is important. A regularly scheduled lift, with accompanying accessory work and conditioning allows me to make more regular improvements. And, the work is varied enough in the accessory work and conditioning that the body/mind do not get complacent or bored. Anyone, from the seasoned athlete/CrossFitter to the novice globo-gym client can learn a great deal from Steve and his team. I would recommend this place to anyone that wants to get stronger, and isn't afraid of a little hard work. You will not regret it, and will truly impress yourself in no time... read more

This is as much a review of Anchored Strength & Conditioning as it is for Steve Kpa, the co-owner and head coach. I joined this gym three months ago after giving up on my 2 year membership with 24-hour fitness. I'm a badminton player but have never really learned how to lift properly -- learning compound and olympic-style lifting was my main goal here. I did a trial session with Steve and shortly thereafter joined as a full-time member. The turning point? When I felt a slight shift in my weight as I was squatting but hoped Steve wouldn't call me out on it (he did). I thought it was something that only I could feel but was impressed by Steve's awareness and ability to see it instantly. Becoming consistent with something is always tough, but once you get in the groove you'll never want to stop. I work 80+ hour weeks but still feel motivated to come on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7am to lift with the Morning Crew. In only three months, I've improved/learned proper form for back squats, front squats, deadlifts, bench press, and overhead squats. Now we're starting to incorporate some snatches. My shoulder has always been very stiff, and still is, but Steve has personalized my training to help me with an old shoulder injury. My shoulder mobility has improved and stability has improved drastically (particularly with the overhead squats). We could talk numbers and how much I've improved but I don't think that tells the whole story. I think it's more important to build the right foundation for a lifetime of lifting and health. Unfortunately I'm moving out to SF soon and will really miss this gym. As I was weighing the pros and cons to moving to SF, this gym had a much larger influence on my decision-making process than I would have anticipated. If only we could clone Steve and his gym and spread it all over the Bay Area... As my last words here, I strongly encourage you to give this gym a try. It really is a welcoming community and Steve is fantastic about introducing all of his members to each other. It becomes that much more fun and motivating to work out with a group of people than to go to 24-hour fitness by yourself -- I guarantee it. FWIW, this is my first five star review on Yelp. read more

Ive been a member of Anchored for almost a year now and I can't imagine being anywhere else. I joined because I wanted to switch up my workouts and learn the sport of Olympic Weightlifting. After doing some research on nearby gyms, I came across AS&C and I am SO thankful I did. Steve is an amazing coach who really cares about his clients. With his expertise, along with some other really great coaches, I have been building a foundation for weightlifting and have also made some really great friends along the way! read more

These guys brought me back to loving workout again! I've never done any cross-fit/olympic weight lifting before and the programs they developed make it fun and engaging throughout the 10 months when they were at my workplace. I used to have bad knee pains shortly after training a couple days and Steve gave me some knee warmup exercises to work on before every workout and I haven't had issue since then! No kidding.. I used to have tight hamstring and couldn't even do one front-squat because of that. Steve and Atsushi helped me find ways to stretch them slowly and now I can do 300lbs 1RX. We also found out that my intermittent lower back pain was also related to the hamstring tightness as well. They certainly gave me no reason to not workout :) One last thing, it's been a great pleasure working out with Steve. I can see every time that he made sure to give attention and engage in conversations with EVERY single student in class whether they might be a little shy or not. Highly recommend this gym. -Shawn read more

This gym has been my second home for years. When I first came to Anchored, I knew absolutely NOTHING about weightlifting or working out. Like seriously...nothing. I was completely nervous that I would make a fool of myself. All of these feelings washed away after my first one-on-one session with the owner Steve. Steve is the nicest, most accommodating, and knowledgeable trainer I've ever met. It doesn't matter what fitness level you're at, because Steve will only build you UP from there! And all of the other coaches are amazing as well! Every single one of them has taken time to get to know my personal struggles and has made adjustments to help me finish my workout. After my ACL knee surgery, every single one of the coaches helped me develop individualized rehab workouts and always made personal accommodations for me. They would even take time after the class to help me stretch or work on certain areas that I needed help with. There is a such a warm and wonderful community of passionate people, I can't even describe it. Everyone is cheering on everyone else and you just feel so welcome and respected. Joining Anchored will be the best decision you ever make in terms of your physical, emotional, and social health... guaranteed! No matter if you're just learning how to lift weights or you're an experienced weightlifter, the Anchored family is absolutely the place for you. read more

I've always been involved in sports and lifting weights since I was growing up. Recently I wanted to get more into an olympic/crossfit style program and Anchored and Steve have definitely helped me with that. After starting at Anchored I learn something new everyday, particularly about proper movement and positioning when performing different lifts. What's really great is that the gym is a learning community where everyone helps each other and gives each other different tips or tricks based on what they've learned. It makes for a great atmosphere where everyone is sharing knowledge and helping others. Steve designs the lifting program at Anchored and tailors it not just to experienced lifters but also to people starting out. I can definitely feel myself getting stronger and more confident in lifts that I had trouble with before. I'd highly recommend Anchored for anyone interested in getting stronger, healthy, and more fit. read more

With having played competitive sports my entire athletic career and doing crossfit for over 2 years. The amount of coaches I have had the pleasure of working with has been numerous,but I can honestly say that not one of them has given me the amount of individual attention, focus, wisdom and most importantly instant results with my training! Steve has elevated my fitness goals and expectations by his personalized strength and gymnastics programming. I was recommended by a few colleagues of mine that have nothing but good things to say about Steve and Anchor Strength and Conditioning. After spending some time at his gym I am preaching the same good grace and recommendations to all my friends and colleagues. If my Twitter and IG handle isn't "XIANGUTI", you will be not disappointed by giving this gym a try. Plus they got a punch card method for non-members if you just want to drop in! You definitely can't beat that! read more

It's been a little over a year that I have been at Anchored Strength & Conditioning, surprisingly, I am still at this gym and going strong. I can't imagine going anywhere else for strength training. I actually look forward to the gym and getting a good workout session. Before, I would dread going to the gym, making all the excuses "not" to go. Throughout my time at this gym, I have learned so much about myself and my abilities. I am not that "no" person that I used to be. I started doing instead of doubting. I started to embrace the strength I never knew I had in me. I started out being a princess who complained about the weights being heavy. I was wishy washy. I wanted to be fit but yet didn't want to put the work and effort in. I was the epitome of a "skinny fat" girl. I was slim but had some flubber. No matter how much cardio I did, I couldn't get the tightness and tone appearance. After a year of being at ASC, I can see a drastic change in my fitness performance and appearance. Steve, the head coach did more than helped me achieved strength. He helped me straighten out my fitness lifestyle. He helped me form a diet plan that actually worked! not like the fad diets out there. I am proud to be a member of this gym. Words cannot express my gratitude towards Steve. read more

The coach is great, the people are great, programming caters to each person. oh and the chalk has magical strength powers.

Steve Kpa, Atsushi and CJ coached at fitness program at my company. - They are focused on quality of the movements, I adopted their suggestions and this has improved my performance - Great with movement progressions, teaching you how to get there in small steps that make sense when you put it together. - Very knowledgeable about anatomy and how to properly stretch, warmup and cool down. - Fun and easygoing people, who remember your name and care for their clients, I enjoyed every time I worked out. I wish they had a gym in SF, I would definitely join. read more

Best gym I've ever been too. Steve and Athsushi are very attentive and will get the best out of you whether you are a novice or gym rat. Very positive atmosphere with all egos left at the door. Great balanced workouts which are very addictive. Yoga on Thursdays which is great for the soul. Life changing stuff going on here read more

I love this gym! I had never lifted weights before coming here, and Steve was great at teaching me proper technique and modifying the workouts for to fit my ability. I was a little intimidated by how strong and experienced some of the other gym members were, but everyone is supper friendly and made me feel part of the team! read more

Over the past 9 months I've had the pleasure of being coached by Steve and his team. His knowledge and passion to bring out the best in me along with others is very unique. For anyone looking to improve their fitness, lifting technique or simply to enjoy fantastic coaching and community I'd highly recommend Steve and the team at Anchored Strength and Conditioning. read more

Steve and team came in to run the program @ Twitter where I work. When they came in, the gym I had been with for 5+ years (NCFit) was running the program, and I have to say Steve and team had a high bar to meet -- I love NCFit and their coaches and did not feel that whoever was coming in next could meet my expectations of great programming and coaches. Well I was wrong. I still love NCFit, but now I also love Anchored. And at the heart of what makes them so great is Steve and what he expects of his team. No matter how long the day has been, Steve's attitude is always energizing, his attention is always in the detail, and he operates in a way to ensure he gives personal attention and results to everyone who participates in his classes. Under the guidance and coaching of Steve and team, I got noticeably stronger. These guys are great, they give it all they got and if you decide to invest in their program, you will not be disappointed. read more

I joined Anchored in March and it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. The quality of coaching (especially by Steve, the owner and head coach) is amazing and the small classes are pure gold when it comes to improving technique and getting stronger. I receive personalized attention every time I work out, and because of that, I'm making real improvement in my key desired areas for the first time in my life. I came from a crossfit gym where it was easy to be anonymous and learn bad lifting habits; that's just not possible at Anchored. It's an incredibly friendly and encouraging environment and I look forward to going there every time I work out. I moved to Willow Glen after I joined and I still drive all the way to Milpitas (sometimes in rush hour traffic) to come to Anchored. It's amazing and you won't regret coming here too! read more

I'd been working with Steve, CJ and Anchored Strength & Conditioning for the past few months when they programmed and supervised fitness classes at Twitter. Before I talk about Steve and team, I'd like to mention that I've been occupied with work/studies over the past years and so haven't rigorously stuck to a workout regimen for more than a year. However, I've been moderately active, switching from medium distance running to ad hoc weight training with some tennis, hiking and swimming. I expected the fitness classes organized by Anchored to be a bit different, but I had underestimated how much I'd love them. The professionalism and rigor of the coaches, and the results I saw in my own fitness levels far exceeded my expectations. Steve et al would scale the workouts appropriately based on our skill/fitness level and experience. The whole experience is among the best fitness class experiences that I've had and made it super easy for me to keep coming, even though (and perhaps because) the workouts were grueling and made me push my fitness level. I would highly recommend Anchored Strength & Conditioning, and I have personally reached out to my friends who are on the look for a good gym, to join Anchored. It works, and you can feel the energy even when you're outside of the gym. This is as good as it gets. read more

This place is awesome! My husband brought me here and though I am a member of another gym this place is on a totally different level. Steve the owner, will coach you and get you stronger. He is very patient and knowledgeable no matter your level of experience or age. I recommend Anchored Strength to anyone who wants to get stronger, healthier and more confident! read more

I am very new to the weight training life. I was told by a good friend to try Anchored Strength and Conditioning. After a few months of procrastinating I finally went in to see Steve back in April. I must say I wish I would have started sooner! This place is awesome and the coaching is top notch! Since April they have expanded the gym to double its space and added Atsushi as a coach. I am almost 45 years old and have never been stronger! I highly recommend Anchored Strength and Conditioning to anyone interested in feeling better and stronger! read more

Really amazing trainers! They are very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating to folks with different fitness levels. I'd definitely recommend them ... read more

Steve is hands down one of the best coaches I have ever had. He is so knowledgable and so positive, it has been such a great experience working with him. I feel soooo strong and fit now! read more

Steve and his staff are phenomenal coaches. Having trained with them for the past year, I am stronger, better balanced physically, and far more attuned to my body than I was. Steve has helped me add a ton of weight to my deadlift and press, take a leap forward in my olympic lifting technique, and improved my shoulder and ankle flexibility. And it's been an absolute blast! The workouts are challenging without being ridiculous, and Steve is relentlessly motivating. Cannot say enough good words. read more

Steve and team are top notch coaches. The Anchored Team's attention to detail and programming to improve athletic performance is just excellent. I can't say enough about how Steve has helped me grow as an athlete. The Anchored team has also fostered a great, hard working, supportive community at our office. If I owned a business and needed to implement an athletic fitness program...Steve and Anchored would be the first team I would call. read more

Coach Steve offers tremedous insight on how to improve strength through practical movements, daily workout routines and sensible meal plans catered to an individual. read more

Steve and Atsushi are phenomenal coaches. I'm a yogi and was pretty inexperienced as far as lifting goes but I wanted to increase my strength. I was super nervous going into the first class but Steve made me feel right at home. The coaches are very knowledgeable about healthy form and working with injuries. They were great about balancing modification of advanced lifts when needed while, at the same time, pushing me to grow. They also have mad respect for yoga! Overall, Anchored Strength & Conditioning is a totally supportive and challenging experience. Rest assured you will be in expert hands! read more

I have spent years experimenting with different diets and spent hours in the gym but was never quite able to achieve my desired fitness levels. With Steve's tailored program I am in the best shape ever and I am really enjoying training. Workouts are never boring and Steve focuses on building my foundation so I can lift using proper form. I am now doing Olympic lifts I never thought possible. I also love the supportive environment and the community that has developed. There are no cliques or gym bullies. Members cheer each other on and push each other to make greater gains. read more