It's been 8 weeks since I stated at Nu Fitness, but it's long enough to give Nick, his trainers and…read morethe facility a positive review. I spent a few days looking for a personal trainer close to work. After some searches on the Internet and Yelp reviews, I started reading reviews about Nu Fitness and Nick. After some positive reviews, I filled out the form and emailed him. I noted my fitness journey to this point in life and briefly explained what I wanted to accomplish going forward. I found myself in a terrible routine, work 12 hours, then heading to the local breweries for a few beers and dinner. Needless to say this didn't bode well for my wellbeing. Looking back over the years, I had gained control of health in my mid-30s, where I lost 40+ pound, gained strength and started running. Running led me to a period in my life that saw me conquer a few 50-mile races. An achievement I never thought I would attempt, hell I never thought I would run 5 miles. Life changed. Priorities changed and slowly I saw everything I had worked hard for slowly slip away. Now age 55, life wasn't getting any easier. I knew I was not very active. I also knew that my daily routine was not one for success. I decided I needed to help make a change in my life, but more importantly to make that change permanent. Previously I joined 24 Hour Fitness (never again) but found too many excuses NOT to go. Sound familiar? Searching Yelp for personal trainers, I ran down a local list in the Oakland/Alameda area. Reading profiles and reviews, checking website, I ran across a trainer, Nick Baltazar. It felt right. I emailed Nick with my story and filled out the form on the Nu Fitness website. It wasn't even a day and I had a response from Nick and we were talking about my fitness journey, where I had been and what I wanted to achieve. He was willing to work with my schedule to get three days of training. After a day of communication with Nick, he connected me with Wyatt. I met Wyatt at Nu Fitness, located at 2345 Broadway, parking in The Hive. Yes, they have easy parking and validation while you are at your session. This makes getting in and out quick and easy. I was highly impressed with the facility, the way Nick had spoke about it, I knew I would be. The work out areas were clean and profession, a small reception area, all Rogue power racks and weights, with room for everyone to work on their fitness goals. Wyatt Berreman, my personal trainer worked with me, after provided basic information from Nick on what I wanted to accomplish. He created a plan specifically for me, tracking my journey, weights and reps for each session. It's been just about 2 months, but its been reestablishing a workout routine. I have a sense of accomplishment, even through I don't see it in the mirror...yet. It will happen. Wyatt has been a wealth of knowledge and has helped create a plan for me to gain strength, balance and flexibility. But also work within my limitations due to previous surgeries on my knee and shoulder. I am very impressed with Nu Fitness, Nick, Wyatt and what they have to offer in the way of personal training. I would highly recommend giving Nick a chance to show you want they can do to help create a fitness plan for your to achieve your goals.

Nick is so great! Very focused on my goals and I've made a ton of progress -- I started having…read morenever done any weightlifting and now I'm deadlifting much more than my own weight and feeling stronger than I've ever felt. Nick has worked with me through a bunch of different injuries I got (outside the gym!) to help my recovery as well. I couldn't ask for a better partner to help me with my fitness and strength!

Through out the workouts the trainers give helpful cues for doing the activity oror movements…read morecorrectly.

I can not say enough good things about Mark Sutro and his teaching and coaching abilities. I was…read morevisiting from San Diego and took Mark's cycle class and I enjoyed it so much that I stayed for his rowing class. It was my first time doing a rowing class and Mark was so helpful and continued to help correct my form and guide me in the right direction through the class. His music is excellent! A great blend of classics and current hits, all high energy and making you want to move! The facility is clean and well maintained and if I lived in the area I would definitely join. They have a wide range of classes for every interest and skill level and a full schedule throughout the week. Towels are provided and there is a water dispenser on one of the faucets in the locker room.

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.

As a (very introverted) beginner, I was apprehensive about starting to workout in a gym. Alison has…read morecreated a really welcoming and supportive environment, with a friendly and attentive coaching style that keeps me motivated. I was insecure about exercising at home in between sessions due to lack of space, equipment, time and know-how, but she's gone above and beyond to make me realize how approachable and adaptable fitness can be, with the help of her app. She even kindly gifted my partner and I a set of resistance bands when we mentioned wanting to try to do more at home -no more excuses!

20 years in restaurants and kitchens has left my body pretty creaky and beat up. With the long…read morehours and confined work space, I was starting to get a sense of urgency around my physical health. I knew that the only way to keep working on my feet was to get stronger -- but I had no idea where to start. Being an extreme introvert with limited executive function, just showing up to a gym or public fitness classes on my own volition didn't feel like an option. Thankfully my partner and I were introduced to Alison. With Alison's guidance we've been getting stronger and more confident in our work and daily activities. Consistent weekly appointments help me stay on track with my goals and give me a sense of accountability that I just can't impose on myself. She makes sure we never do the same workout twice which keeps things interesting and never boring. I've never felt stronger or more comfortable in my body. My joints feel lighter and my back is straighter. Working with Alison has been game-changing!

Cannot recommend Alison enough. As someone who spends long days on my feet and does a lot of…read morerepetitive movements and heavy lifting as part of my work, I was always in pain. I feared I'd make things worse by trying to work out with no knowledge of how to approach exercising correctly. And, the motivation to go to a random, not-always-welcoming gym on my own simply wasn't there. Seeing all the great reviews of Alison and Truve, I approached Alison with my concerns, thinking she'd direct my partner and I to a group class or different trainer, but amazingly she agreed to work with us. We are so grateful for how she's made time to train us from scratch, and barely 4 months in, we already feel a huge improvement in our daily lives. Alison not only makes working out approachable, she manages to make it fun and practical.

This place is just the best. I've been in the group fitness classes for a month now and it's been…read moreso much fun. The people in the class have been going for YEARS and they are all so fun and energetic. Lisa (who runs the classes) is such a chill yet motivating coach. She's funny with jokes, plays good music and helps with your form too. The classes realllly get a tough workout in in the best way possible. Response times were a little lag at first, but the IG DM never fails and I got a response right away, email took just a few extra days! If I wasn't moving away, I would keep going here for years - and I am absolutely looking for a similar workout in my next city - can't say better things about this place!

I emailed them with a question as well as expressing interest in setting up a consultation, and…read morenever got a response. It's been over a month. Very strange. Maybe they missed my email by accident but it's disappointing all the same, given all the good reviews. As a prospective member, I was highly discouraged by the lack of response, and decided to look elsewhere.

I started seeing Jordan a few years ago after an injury. I wanted to build confidence in…read moreweightlifting and get stronger by lifting heavier. It's also nice to have a built in weekly appointment to work out and stay committed! Jordan has been a tremendous coach and motivator. He has helped me understand the proper mechanics of all the core pillars of strength training, including squats, deadlifts, and bench presses. I've seen significant improvements in my strength and enjoy surpassing my personal bests. I love how he structures the workouts and makes suggestions on homework to do in between sessions. Jordan is very affable and able to have a laugh between sets, which I appreciate. He always encourages me to push myself (within reason). I definitely recommend Jordan to anyone looking for a personal trainer!

I've worked with Jordan on and off for the past 4 years and I still always look forward to my…read moresessions with him each week. Jordan is thoughtful, creative and embodies the perfect balance between being both your cheerleader and a coach that encourages you to challenge yourself. This past year specifically, Jordan has helped me prepare for three half marathons while staying injury-free and improving my pace/mile. If you've never lifted heavy weights before and or think that you're not a 'gym person' (I fell into both of those categories initially), Jordan is the trainer for you. He's truly THE BEST trainer and I'm so happy that our paths crossed.

Ashley is truly the best trainer I've ever worked with. I've been working with her for almost a…read moreyear, and I'm now the strongest -- and most pain-free -- I've ever been. When I first started, I was dealing with a lot of pain, partly because I wasn't properly engaging some of my major muscle groups. She was incredibly patient and intentional, guiding me step by step to activate those muscles in the right order. That foundation has made a huge difference in how my body feels and performs. What really sets her apart is how personalized everything is. She consistently tailors my workouts based on what my body needs-- whether I'm recovering from an injury or preparing for something specific like a surf trip. In buddy or trio sessions, she shows up fully prepared with customized programming for each person. It's clear she puts a lot of thought and care into every session. She's knowledgeable, attentive, and unbelievably prepared. She truly doesn't miss. I can't recommend her highly enough.

My husband and I have been working with Ashley twice a week for a few months now--she is hands down…read morethe best personal trainer that we've ever worked with. Every session is unique and personalized; I'm always amazed that Ashely shows up every time with a completely new program, tailored to each of us and built on top of the work that we've been doing together. She is warm, thoughtful, and motivating. My husband and I both feel stronger and more energized. I can't recommend Ashely enough!!

I was just starting to get into Sweat classes before this pesky pandemic hit. Speaking of hit, my…read moregirlfriend and I have really come to love the HIIT classes sweat offers. We have now become regulars to their zoom offerings and while not the same as in person, having become familiar with Anya and Ashley, they are both very good about calling us out on adjustments to our form or slacking off. What I like most about these classes is that they always offer an option with some at home equipment if you have it (bands, weights, chairs, balls, etc) or alternative options if you don't have these things. I personally prefer full-body days but I also enjoy showing up to class not knowing what to expect. That element of surprise keeps you on your toes. This is probably more of a thing for classpass users as they don't say what the theme is for each class. Thanks Sweat for keeping me somewhat active during this crazy time.

Lots of classes offered in the day or evening, weekend, and weekdays. Small groups of 8max. Circuit…read moreexercise with bicycles, rowing, or ladder for you to choose from. Weights provided. Environment: lots of room to workout. High ceilings and open windows allow lots of fresh air to enter space.