This is a fantastic gym. Several months ago we were looking for a new gym because the "big box" style gym we were using was very overcrowded and incredibly dirty all the time. Anytime Fitness in El Cajon came up on our radar on the advice of a friend. This AF is squeaky clean, has a wide variety of equipment, to include accessories like gliders, lifting belts, and fractional weights. The location is secure (as are all AF). You need to buzz yourself in with an app on your phone. This gym is rarely crowded, and when it is, people do not hog machines and are always willing to let you work in sets. The people who attend this gym are focused and serious about their health. The "culture" is one of respect, focus, and cleanliness. People take care of the equipment. Weights get re-racked. If you live in East County and need a place for a solid workout this is your gym. read more

I started this gym 4 months ago and I attend 3 times per week. It's truly worth it. I am impressed with how clean and cool it is. Eric signed me up in no time. You can sign up with a coach for one on one training. This is not your typical swimming pool and spa gym, but they do have a couple of showers. You don't have wait to use machines or free weights. Give it try with one free visit. read more

A relatively mid size gym with all the equipment needed to get a good workout. Very clean read more

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I've been coming here for almost 4 years. I didn't want to join for the year because I wasn't sure I'd like the location... 4 years later going strong. The owners listen and take care in hearing your concerns. They work hard, along with staff to make this a space you enjoy. Cleaning was down for a bit, I filled out a survey that they send out and immediately it got addressed and fixed and I haven't noticed issues since. The team is awesome, the owners are awesome, they have almost everything you need to get a great workout in and hit your goals! read more

Convenient and easy. Close to work and home. Staff is always friendly especially manager Julian. I've lost 25 lb since starting in June. It's now October. Just gotta keep it up now! read more

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Very clean, lots of equipment. But no classes except personal training you pay extra for. Its good for people who have their workout regimen already in place read more

I've had my membership her since Rigo and his wife opened it. They are extremely kind heart owners but it seems there trainer/manager Julian is a bit rude. I recently needed to renew my contract and called and when he answered I asked for his name and immediately he was rude pretended he couldn't hear me and hung up and when I called again telling him why he hung up and is it bc I asked for his name he hung up again. I'm a very sweet girl so for somebody to do that to me truly made me feel bad. This gym is suppose to be a place of feeling peace with no judgement. Plus they never ever ever answer their phones. I can call 10 times different days and no answers. It sucks the work environment is like this because the owners are nice and I've known them for a long time. read more

I was looking for a new gym that wasn't super crowded and had flexible hours. Luckily I found Anytime Fitness! At first I was worried they wouldn't have much, since it is a smaller gym, but you can find everything here. I first met with Shawn who is the manager at this location and he walked through what the gym has to offer. After signing up, you have the opportunity to get a fitness consultation to understand your fitness needs and goals. I met with Robert and moved forward with personal training sessions, Robert has been very helpful and supportive through my fitness journey. There are racks for squats/chest press, cable machines, smith machine, weights, various workout machines, boxing punching bag, turf area, cardio machines, they really have plenty of equipment - best part is you aren't waiting forever to get on any of it. Everyone in here has been super friendly, and the staff is very welcoming too. They maintain the gym pretty well, it is always clean. You get access to all locations 24/7 and apple fitness+ is included with your membership, which is pretty cool. Overall, I am very satisfied with the gym. read more

They never answer the phone. I am in a situation where I can't go to Anytime fitness I need help on my account and they won't answer the phone. I've left multiple voicemails never call back and never answere. read more

I joined Anytime Fitness a few months ago and to be honest, I was very skeptical about leaving my personal trainer/Gym who I had been going to for several years. However, I am so pleased and happy with my decision to switch over. Anytime fitness is always very clean, and they have great equipment. Sean, the club manager, is extremely helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend seeing him for any questions and consider joining this facility. Thank you again Sean for all of your help! read more

I'm retired military and FBI and I've been an attorney since the 1970's. All stressful professions where I need a stress release. Anytime Fitness off Los Coches is always open, always clean and always fun. The owners are a young family who are responsive to suggestions and great people. Julian the Manager seems to be there all the time. The gym is clean, and the equipment is exactly what I need. Whether you're a young body builder or an older guy like me working to stay healthy this is the gym for great results. Julian is the perfect example of what can be accomplished if you set goals and work towards them. read more

I LOVE lOVE LOVE this gym and its privacy. The equipment is so versatile and Shawn takes great care of the place. I love the fact I can get in there and do what I want without having to worry about crowds. This is an excellent gym that I highly recommend. The fact I can go to any anytime fitness at anytime is a win as well. read more

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Manager is hostile and aggressive. Will never be going to this location again. Tried to get help but he was no help at all.

The manager, Jordan Pearson, was incredibly aggressive, hostile and rude towards me and my daughter when I went in to inquire about my membership status. My key fob app stated that my account was inactive. I had not been able to get in contact with anyone from membership services. I had billing and account questions etc... I still cannot believe the response. He said horrible things to me said that I would not have gone in or asked if I didn't need help.. I ended up canceling there was NO WAY I would want to workout after that interaction. The unfortunate things is that I have been a member for years and it is my community gym. I had done in with the intention of signing up my daughter :((( She now has no where to go. It's beyond sad and hurtful that this was the experience and first impression my daughter had with Anytime Fitness. She saw the entire interaction. We are still in shock and trying to make sense of the whole thing I am hoping it was caught on camera and that corporate will follow up NO ONE deserves to be treated like this very sad and shocked at this behavior coming from the manager. I would like to request a follow up from corporat. He was very hostile and aggressive and I am concerned at the level of hostility directed towards someone who came in for help:((( read more

First time signing up today and I love it!! Set an appointment with Sean to sign up because the doors are locked. He's so helpful and such a genuine guy, easy to talk to! These 1 star reviews about race are too funny Clean environment and people mind their business here love it. 10/10 recommend read more

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I signed up and went there only one time. Then I moved from San Diego and they kept charging my bank. It was hard to cancel the membership.

Just finished my Fitness Consultation that came with my gym membership and can't thank Robert enough for the experience. I really appreciate how kind, relatable and informative he was and for the fact that I now feel more confident moving forward with my knowledge in the gym. read more

This is THE gym. It's clean and the equipment is kept up. The atmosphere is comfortable and friendly. Shawn is always helpful and is great about keeping the gym a safe place. He's got a fantastic personality that makes it enjoyable to see him when you walk in. Robert is an excellent trainer too. He is really knowledgeable and takes the time to explain as much as you're willing to learn. He also listens what you want to gain and tailors a plan to specifically accomplish it. All around this gym is a place that makes going something I look forward to. read more

Terrible. Went in three times to sign up for this gym and there never seems to be a worker to help me work signing up. The doors are locked 24/7 and I can't go in without having a key pass to automatically let me in and people leaving the gym at the end of their workout cannot let me in because they say that they will get fined if they do(Literally slamming the door behind them to not let me in). This is absurd. Either have the doors unlocked so that first timers can sign up inside or have an employee working their but this location can't seem to do either one of those.... read more

I have been coming here to this anytime fitness since it opened. It is a smaller gym but has everything I need for my workout. The staff is friendly and I am impressed by the cleanliness. read more

I called around a few gyms for an inbody scan that my nutritionist recommend and Shawn was the first to return my call. We set up an appointment and I was in and out within 20 minutes. As soon I walked in, I noted all the pictures on his office wall. Pictures with inspiring humans (like Jenny Craig and Oprah Winfrey's long-time friend) and I thought to myself, "this is where I want to be." After a simple 20 minute analysis of my results and $30, I felt motivated to take on the world. He went over and analyzed my results and gently answered any questions I had. I had no intentions of signing up for a gym membership today, but when I walked in (well it was a secured entrance so Shawn had to let me in) and noted the cleanliness along with the family-oriented environment; I knew this gym would be my new home. I'm so excited to jump-start my fitness journey with a bang here at any-time. Thank you for exceeding expectations and going above and beyond, which in itself is a rare find. read more

Went in today to try an sign up, black gentleman told me I'd have to pay 24.99 every 2 weeks then said he's able to change it to monthly for almost 80 dollars a month. I've went online to look at the memberships and what he said was NO WHERE TO BE SEEN ON THE WEBSITE he sounded and looked like it was a full on scam. I used to work at a gym and they DO NOT MAKE DRASTIC CHANGES LIKE THAT ON PRICE. I took my business to THE GYM across the street pretty much, it's 100% cheaper and the equipment there is phenomenal. Only cons is the hours. read more

Warning to LEO and CCW holders. I did not want to support the big gyms and searched for a small (ma & Pa) to support. I reviewed Anything Fitness (AF) website, read their Terms and Conditions, hours of operation, who ownes the gym, etc. On 02/10/23, I decided to join AF. I visited AF and met Shawn who explained the gym and the interworking. It was brought up that I was a retired LEO. Shawn indicated that there were also other LEOs that attend AF. A meeting with a Trainer, Andrea was scheduled for a "Evolt" body scan, part of the membership. Andrea explained the body scan that I needed empty my pockets of keys, cell phone etc. I explained to Andrea that I was retired LEO and continue to carry my firearm. She stated having no issues and continue to say that she enjoys going to the range. I removed my firearm, made it safe, continued with the scan and then re-armed myself after completing the scan. The next day I walked in the gym and Shawn asked to speak to me. He asked if I carried a firearm. I stated that I did and reminded him that I was retired LEO and that I imagine that other LEOs and possible CCW holders that attend AF are also armed. He stated that it is against AF rules and that I would need to stow my firearm in my vehicle. I told Shawn that there is no sign on the front entrance, no weapons allowed. He stated it is stated in the Terms and Conditions. (Reading the T & C the first time, 02/05/23 I did not see anything stating no firearms, and reading again on 02/13/23, still nothing.) Shawn stated that this is a secured gym and no one can get in, I told him that someone can follow close behind and get in, "tailgate." I reminded Shawn to search up "El Cajon Gym Shooting" and said that this kind of incidents do not happen. I requested my money back and left. Since this incident, there is a video of a woman fighting off an attacker at the gym. AF or any gym is what we call a "soft target." People working out in gym clothes, not paying attention, wearing head phones not really paying attention, should actually want responsible, prudent armed people who are actually aware of their surrounding ready to stop the threat. read more

Starting a new gym can always be intimidating but the staff especially Shawn have always been super accommodating & attend to their guests with a friendly manner. 10/10 recommended this gym wether your just starting out or looking for a new atmosphere!! read more

Every single time I workout here, the Anytime Fitness team is welcoming and ready to help. I've never had to wait for a machine and the layout is user friendly. One of the owners are French and posts a Weekly Phrase and, when I walk in, it makes me smile. Most days, I have to get in and get out, but this gym also works great for the days when I can dedicate a longer amount of time for my workout. read more

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Went in their to work out and the manager asked me what gym I am from aggressively like he was from an opposing gang. He then proceeded to tell me I can't stretch in jeans. When I went to change into my gym clothes this dude proceeds to lock the doors so I can't change. Also refused to give me his managers number. Get the feeling they only want a certain color up in there if you get my drift. read more

WOW. I just got stationed here and have previously been a member and trainer of Anytime Fitness in FL for over two years. My husband and I went to one other Anytime Fitness around the San Diego area and it was extremely disappointing. We found this one and we LOVED it. It is larger, more cleanly than any of the gyms around here, and the staff have been so kind and helpful. Whether we go early AM before work or late morning, we can get a perfect workout in. Love it here. read more

Very clean, great staff, good layout, good air circulation, and consistent upgrades and new equipment. A gym to do real work and has less of a social hour feel. #gains read more

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Long story short my husband and I have been a member of anytime fitness for over 2 years we originally joined back in our home town with the plan to work out at any location for the set price monthly we had been paying with no issues ever. Well fast forward to 2 days ago we recently moved to San Diego county and popped into this location to work out. That same morning we were emailed that we can only continue to use the El Cajon location if we started paying their price. Other wise we can no longer use their location and had to go somewhere else. We have been paying a set price for 2 years and have worked out at numerous anytime fitness locations because we travel for work and not once has any other location ever scouted us to see if they can get more money from us like the owner at this location has done. Rodrigo pretty much told us we either agree to pay the $19 dollar increase or go somewhere else. I understand it's just $19 more but it's the principal. We contacted corporate office to discuss what this owner is doing. This location is not worth $49 dollars they are asking for. I've been to many anytime fitness locations and this location doesn't have anywhere near all the equipment the other anytime fitness places have!!! Not worth what he's asking us to pay at all!! I will take my business to LA FITNESS where they have more equipment and child care and bigger facility. LA Fitness or 24 hour doesn't change their fees on you depending where you work out that day or month. read more

I'm usually not the type to go out of my way and write a review, but my experience here was so uncomfortable I downloaded yelp and made an account to write this. I'm 17 years old and i called ahead of time to double check that I (a minor) could sign up for a membership in person. I actually brought myself to show up, never being in a gym before. I walk in and one of the trainers greets me. I quickly noticed that he had a very hard time making eye contact and was staring at my chest instead. A glance is normal, but the amount of times he looked made me very uncomfortable. If you're thinking was "asking for it", you're wrong. No matter what I was wearing, that's all on him. Not only that but I was wearing a high neckline long sleeve and sweats. I am very dissatisfied and disappointed that this was my first experience at the gym. read more

Recently signed up for this gym, it's great. Always clean and love how it's not very busy. Sean is great really enjoy speaking with him. Only thing is please please please consider getting a sauna :( read more

I am so glad that I found this gym! The owners, Rod and Marine, are super friendly and sweet. The manager Shawn is very nice and he keeps the place super clean. I was worried I wasn't going to like working out in a smaller gym, but I have never felt like I was missing out on any equipment. They have everything I need and more. I really enjoy the more laid back atmosphere where you will find people of all shapes and sizes and fitness levels minding their own business and letting you do your thing. I also feel super safe here at all times, even when it is unstaffed. It's just busy enough to feel safe, but never super crowded either. All in all, I would definitely recommend this gym! read more

First time at Anytime. Great environment for working out. Clean, quiet, safe! Shawn alone deserves 10 stars. Never met such a hassle free, easy going person. He deserves the best. Every gym needs him! Thanks Shawn for a great experience here at anytime! read more

I cannot say enough great things about this gym. Let's start with the amazing staff. Shawn is always so on top of his customer service and equipment cleaning!! Andrea Enciso is truly such a vital part of mine and many others fitness journey. She is incredibly attentive, warm, compassionate, knowledgeable, experienced, enthusiastic and over an amazing human. Her clients are truly lucky to have her. No matter what time of day the gym equipment is clean and ready to use. The bathrooms are clean and always well stocked. Highly recommend this gym to anyone at any fitness level. read more

We stopped in this anytime on our way to San Diego and we are so glad we did!! It is brand new and it smells brand new!! It's absolutely beautiful inside and the bathrooms are immaculate! We met the owners, Marine and Rod. They were so welcoming. We've been to over 50 different anytimes' now in the USA as we tour the country in our motorhome, and some have not impressed us in the least but this was in our top 10 now!! read more

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super Sick Gym, has everything You need. No wait at all for Any weights/ machines. Always clean. Everyone picks up after them selves after weight use. Recommend this gym 10/10 read more

My neighbor recommended this place. Looks clean and comfortable. When I arrived to ask about membership the manager asked if I had an appointment, I said sorry no do I need one? He said What do you want? Curious about membership! He finished up with a customer and then told me the annual contract fee $45. He didn't seem very kind and a little frustrated with me. Oh I'm moving in a few months and my neighbor said he got a month to month membership? Manager sighed and robotically explained how it's $60 and all these rules about it, which seemed agreeable to me. It felt like he was trying to talk me out of being a member. Now, I am a clearly fat, definitely gay person who worked up a lot of courage to even walk into a gym. The pandemic has crushed me so bad I finally wanted to look into this as a health option, even if I start small. I felt lied to, treated as a nuisance, and preemptively judged. The manager's macho vibe coupled with his unspoken judgement of who I am was unprofessional. Whatever their fitness mission statement is they missed the mark with me. I was ready to spend money and he did not care. I wrote to corporate and they sent me a form response that sounded like they didn't even read my email. But the place looked clean and well taken care of! Good safe location! I'll just walk around my neighborhood for free and skip the nonverbal judgement of physical presentation and identity. read more

We (my husband and I) are very consistent members here. We workout EARLY, before work and that's been our schedule for months. We enjoyed the gym a lot when we first got here. In the mornings, there are weights/equipment improperly placed and the bathrooms/showers are disgusting and unsanitary. Every morning. So when we get a call for the time my husband accidentally left a set of KBs out, it's a little irritating. I understand if they were heavy and the staff had difficulty moving then, but I hope you make the time to call every single member who leaves out weights, and make just as much effort to clean your facilities. read more

I been with this gym since last year in 2020 when the shut down is over and gyms are allowed to reopen. This gym is super clean and very well run. I have visited other Anytime Fitness facilities and it is no where close to as clean as this one Anytime Fitness El Cajon. I feel super safe when I train here and everything is always sanitized. The staffs are great, super friendly, easy to work with and has a very well understanding of your needs. Rod and Marine are super nice and they are constantly cleaning and keeping the gym equipments and the restrooms sanitized. You will be impressed how neat and clean everything is when you step in. If you're looking for a gym that is clean, well organized and run by friendly staffs, you need to come check this out. I highly recommend it. read more

The El Cajon facility on Camino Canada used to be so good when the owners were more involved! It felt like home & family. We loved it! Rod and Marine would take genuine interest in each member. But that all changed when new management took over and Rod and Marine stopped being present. The manager Shawn started off good, nice, helpful, but suddenly out of nowhere became the worst manager I've known. Not sure if it's a midlife crisis or what. But he's so rude, disrespectful, passive aggressive to us now, we've watched him abuse members property & humiliates members including my husband by flying out of his office to loudly reprimand him for not closing the door hard enough. He sits in his office all day on his phone & can't stand constructive criticism. He has single handedly changed the entire environment & so many members are uncomfortable even going in anymore. It's no longer clean, dust everywhere & we're constantly finding nuts & bolts lose on the machines & something is always broken! So sad that a once loving & supportive environment went so bad! The coaches Andrea and Robert are the best. They're so friendly and communicative. They take a huge interest in the members and are extremely supportive of everyone's fitness journey. I've made a close bond with both. We left after over 3 years! I wrote an honest review & Shawn suddenly felt attacked and sent my husband a termination email with no explanation whatsoever. So sad and disappointing. read more