Fit Buddha changed my life, seriously! I had not worked out for over ten years when I started…read morebecause I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012. I underwent a bilateral mastectomy, and went through another 10 (yes 10) reconstructive surgeries over the course of two years and topped that off with spinal fusion 4 years ago. I had just turned sixty and honestly felt I was forever doomed to a weak, shapeless body. I was shy and embarrassed. But from the moment I walked into Fit Buddha, everything shifted. The space was welcoming, the instructors were warm and encouraging, and the energy was pure empowerment. They met me exactly where I was--physically and emotionally--and helped me build strength I thought I'd lost forever. Slowly, class by class, I began to feel muscles I hadn't felt in years waking up again. I started standing taller, moving with more confidence, and, dare I say it, feeling powerful. This isn't just a workout--it's a healing journey wrapped in sweat and trembling muscles. The Lagree method is no joke (your glutes will write you angry letters), but it's also deeply transformative. I am stronger, leaner, and more connected to my body than I ever was in my 30s or 40s. And the best part? I now look forward to movement. I'm no longer working out to punish my body--I'm showing up to honor it. To anyone who feels like their best days are behind them, or that they're too far gone to make a change--please hear me: you are not. Fit Buddha helped me reclaim my strength, my confidence, and my joy. And for that, I will be forever grateful. So thank you Marcus, Ava and all of your amazing instructors!

I signed up for an Intro beginners class through ClassPass…read more Upon entering I was greeted by the instructor, who was friendly and welcoming. At first glance the studio seems to create a warm and relaxing atmosphere. Once class began, she demonstrated and explained each move clearly. We had a small group so she regularly checked on each person to make sure our form was correct. This course turned out to be more challenging than I expected. It was recommended by the instructor to take a few beginners courses until you're more familiar and comfortable with using the megareformer. Overall it was a good workout, would definitely consider attending another class.

If you scroll down all the reviews you'll notice that "LA FITNESS" ONLY replies to 5 star reviews,…read morelol what a joke! They don't like to address anything else...I've called the 800 number they give for complaints regarding management such as my issue with CAPRI (Operations Manager) & the HYPOCRISY , and the professionalism. I called Friday 5/15, talked with Adonis. He let me know he was going to report all this & he would follow up with me in 3 business days. Well that would have been no later the Wednesday May 20th. This weeks gone & I've yet to hear from ANYONE. This shows the inconsistency on management over all. No sounder CAPRI can do things like this "Do one thing, THEN enforce rules. It's a REFLECTION OF LEADERSHIP. & still no call back from Adonis on the "upper management team" So again...As you can see if you scroll down the list of reviews, they NEVER address anything else, they just reply to 5 star reviews., never the real issues.

BUYER BEWARE!!! DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THEIR PILATES PROGRAM!! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!…read more I switched gyms to be closer to my house, signed up for a membership on 7/25/25. They just opened a new Pilates reformer studio within the gym and I was highly encouraged to start a separate membership for that new rollout program for $99/mo. The push to do it felt gimmicky and almost like I was at a car dealership... but, I used to do Pilates and I missed it so I reluctantly signed up. Took my first class before work and the instructor was 12 minutes late. She was acting very strange and sniffing constantly, and then randomly starts crying, pacing aggressively and is telling us she is having issues with her sister (she did this multiple times). Turns up techno music full blast and is having us do boot camp style moves. She ends the class 10 minutes early (classes are supposed to be one hour). Other members walked out frustrated, another telling me "it was like she was on something!" which, after working in ER for years, I completely agreed with. The next class, INSTRUCTOR NEVER SHOWS UP. After rushing to get there and bringing all of my stuff to get ready for work, it was a complete waste of my workout time. I had a class with the same instructor two days later and I was apprehensive to waste my time again so I cancel it in the app and they charged me $10!!! How about $10 for me after my time was wasted two days prior?!! Took two classes which were great (Kesh and Andrea). They actually knew what they were doing and I recognized one of them from a Pilates club in the area. Next class was with Brenda and it was HORRIBLE. She had us add too much weight and push through movements that were uncomfortable, felt unsafe. She kept coming up and putting her hands on us to push through movements, correct positions, WAY too many reps. I "pushed through" as instructed and hours later I COULD NOT MOVE. I called out from work the next day and saw my MD who put me on bed rest. A week later, no better and had an MRI! I spent my entire birthday in bed as a result of this class. A week later, I called the club to inform of my experience. I spent 5 days trying to get ahold of someone; leaving messages with no return call. Went in physically on 8/16/25 and was able to cancel the Pilates membership I was told to contact their operations manager, Capri, regarding my experience. Again, calling and being hung up on, no return call. After several attempts and much frustration, able to connect with Capri. She seemed confused as to why I was even contacting her. I told her my experience and she was defensive, dismissive and negated the things I told her. Example: "the instructor you took is not like that, she doesn't use substances." Ummm, were you there?! How do you know that? How is what I just told you not a concern?! I continued to tell her about my experience with my back and she was again dismissive. I told her it was not what was promised, that their Pilates instructors do not match even remotely in technique or class style, which she also went on to defend. I asked her for a refund or at least partial based on my experience, to which she said "I can't do that because you used the service." The service?!! It was horrible and I was injured because of YOUR NEGLIGENT INSTRUCTOR!! I took a total of 4 classes, 2 of which were awful, 1 that injured me! I asked her if I could speak with someone from cooperate or similar and she stated "I am the only person you can talk to, there is no one else." I asked her if my only option was to go through my bank for a refund and her snarky reply was "do whatever you need to do." Just wow. After finding a complaint blog for this gym online, I saw they have been dismissing their members FOR A LONG TIME. I also found out that the salespeople make commission on their memberships so no wonder Steven or Capri did not want to help me or do the right thing. Money is their main motivator. Everyone was so nice to me UNTIL THEY GOT MY MONEY. I have now called their corporate office who was closed every time I've called (surprise, surprise) and I am now dealing with getting this handled with Better Business Bureau (who has been very responsive). I am hoping to get this resolved but in the meantime, felt the need to leave this warning review so no one repeats the same mistake. They are using this class to drive up sales while using members as pawn since the program is not well established. Your money is better utilized at much better reformer studios in Ventura. Remember: you get what you pay for. As for the gym itself, it is mostly clean but always packed. The only time I have been able to come and get my workout in freely without waiting for machines is before 8:30am. So unless you're an early bird, good luck. I wish we had a House of Gains out here because they are the gym cheat code. This place is NOT it. Bottom line: this gym is solely money motivated and you will just be seen as another number.

I loved Strength Factory! I just moved to Ventura and wanted to get back into working out and I'm…read moreso happy I discovered Strength Factory! I felt so welcomed by the coach and everyone in the class. The workout was incredible. I'll be coming back!

Strength Factory has been such a fun and motivating weekly fitness challenge for me! Max has a…read moregreat set up! He's very creative in his workouts and always makes them fun to keep you motivated. He has a loyal following (including myself!) who has followed him throughout the years because he's so good. It's a welcoming environment of positive folks who are encourage eachother and celebrate each other's fitness milestones!

I met Verity at the gym, and trained with her for a short time. She told me about her business…read moreventure..I proudly went on the first ever (I think.. !) "boot camp" I mean torture session. ( ouch ) I enjoyed the hike, the toning segment, the jokes, the companionship with her and the other people in the group and had an overall great workout. Unfortunately due to lack of daycare options, I can not commit to attending more sessions, but the love for Raw Workouts is still there! If you commit to training with Raw Workouts, have a proper diet and regularly exercise, you will get results...I remember a certain man in my hiking group who worked very hard that day (and I'm sure EVERY day)...to see him now, he is like a shell of his former self. I mean Wow! what a difference! Absolutely amazing!

I've worked out regularly on my own for the past 25 years…read moreand considered myself in pretty good shape. My wife introduced me to Verity at RAW workouts 5 years ago and with the guidance of Verity I've changed up my nutrition, exercise routine and goal setting which has resulted in being in the BEST shape of my life at 53! I easily keep up with folks 1/2 my age and I'm routinely asked what do I do to stay in shape........my answer is Verity Hull at RAW WORKOUTS!

I have been at the Vent for a year now so this review is way overdue! I love love love this…read morecommunity and space. While I have worked out consistently my entire adult life I was new to weight lifting. I was looking for a place that was approachable and would teach proper form to prevent injury. This is the place! The coaches are so knowledgeable, inspiring and so encouraging. The classes are both challenging and accessible for both the experienced elite athlete and the beginner. There really is a place here for anyone with the drive to become stronger. They are wonderful at scaling workouts for your individual body and needs. They really emphasize form, function and mobility. It's a diverse group of people that really come together and celebrate each other through the stages of life. I have never had so much fun working out. It's one of my favorite parts of the day. Thank you Bree for pouring your heart and soul into creating such a fabulous space and community!

I love the coaches, the focus on movement and mobility, and the community! I feel at home at The…read moreVent and Bree is a thoughtful, innovative, and knowledgeable coach/owner.

I had a one-month trial of group exercise classes at Rocksteady Fitness and I have tried all of…read morethem: Zumba, Turbo Kick, Boot Camp, Yoga and Pilates by Melissa (the owner, instructor, personal trainer & massage therapist) and Kelly (instructor). All of the classes have been great because it's never been too crowded like a big box gym and since it is a small gym, the members have grown into a gym family where everyone knows each other :) The gym also offers a weight room upstairs for the strength workouts and has a few machines downstairs such as the stair master, elliptical and treadmill for the cardio workouts. The front desk staff, Art and Aileen (sp?), have been welcoming and informative. Ask about their contract options and student discounts :) Also, massage therapy is offered by Rocksteady Fitness and I had an amazing massage by Melissa who let me know more about the muscles and a couple kinks in my body :D

If you're looking for a local gym full of friendly people then this is it. The pass for unlimited…read moregroup classes a month is a steal, and the classes are varied so you don't get bored. Zumba, Bosu Ball, Pilates, Boot Camp, Yoga, Kettlebells, and more! Melissa and Kelly are both fantastic trainers. They are motivating and really give you a good workout! All the other gym goers are friendly and there are people of all fitness levels. It really feels like you're just going to hang out with friends at the gym. I'd much rather do an hour of Turbo Kick with Melissa than run an hour alone! Also there is a FREE Zumba class Tuesday nights at 7:30pm. It gets pretty crowded but it's definitely worth checking out!

I recently discovered that the same parent company owns FS8 and F45 training. FS8, which is a blend…read moreof Pilates/yoga/tone in Thousand Oaks (which opened up early Feb of this year), definitely kicked my butt, so I decided to see what f45 offered. F45 is a cardio/resistance training blend. For an intro offer of $25 for 5 classes, I decided to see if this place would kick my butt, too. I met one of the instructors, Cara, who was very helpful and showed me around the place. There's a Pilates class in the back room and a sauna that you can use if you join for the F45 membership, plus an extra fee. Cara explained that the screens would show the movements we were to mirror, but she also told me to go at my own pace and helped me with my form during several of the stations. I went around the room 3 times (15 minutes total, 45 seconds at each station plus 15 seconds to transition to the next station) to get in a very sweaty 45-minute workout. I used to think I was in decent shape. F45 training laughed in my face as I prayed for the 45-second exercise to end, so I could transition to another 45-second exercise that I also wished were over. Somehow, I made it through the workout, humbled. This place is high energy and definitely challenges you mentally and physically. I look forward to continuing my F45 training journey!

There are two main reasons why I give F45 Training a Five Star rating…read more The first reason: these workouts aren't boring. That's super important because most exercise bores me. And if it's boring, I'm not going to want to do it. But that's never an issue at F45. I've found every session to be different enough that I never get bored. The classes are really well-designed. You know when you sign up what the focus of your class will be. There are usually 10 stations that you complete in 45 minutes, but the exercises at each station are different every class. Each station has two different exercises, typically one for the upper body, one for the lower body. You can choose to do either or both. The second, and most important, reason I give this gym a Five Star Rating is the trainers that work here. Especially the early morning staff, Josie, Lauren and Sarah. There are usually at least two trainers working every class. They continuously circulate around the room, so you never have to wait long for one to come by and check to see if your form is correct or if you need a modification. If you have difficulty doing an exercise, a trainer will instantly modify it or give you an alternative exercise. And that's another reason F45 gets 5 stars from me. See, I can actually do very few of the exercises as demonstrated. I need modifications at almost every station. But I know that in less than a minute a trainer will pass by and quickly modify the activity into something I can actually do. So, I always get a great workout here. F45 Training really is a great place to workout. The trainers that work here are incredibly supportive. There is a really positive, high energy, vibe here. Sessions often end with people high-fiving each other. I love that! Mikey C says: I highly recommend F45 Training!

This place is great. I'm a busy guy who works long hours, on top of being a husband a dad of a…read morelittle one, so finding time to work out is hard to come by. My wife and I live nearby and having a place that is open literally 24/7 is a huge blessing. I usually go in the evening, and even then I've never seen this place super crowded. I'm able to get my stuff done and never had to wait for sometime else using the equipment that I need. They also have quite a large selection of equipment, so you can mix it up, as well as a punching bag, studio (and spin classes too!) and even those big ropes you see athletes use. Overall, great deal for what you're paying. Plus they give military discount on their rates. They even have a tanning bed if you're into that sort of thing. Also, wanted to mention that they were able to pause my membership while I was on deployment and refunded any dues that were taken on accident. Customer service here has been great.

I've been a member for around 8 years. The offering of the Senior Fitness class is the main reason…read moreI keep coming. It has changed in content several times, but the variation has kept the workouts from being boring. Gym owners, Allen and Karen Coleman are very hands on available to talk with.