I grew up in a culture where we bonded over food. It didn't matter what we ate, we just cooked and…read morefed one another. When I went away to college, I realized how unhealthy I was and how unhealthy my family's lifestyle was. So I started changing up my diet and looking for physical activity that I would enjoy. I had gotten up to running 25-30 miles a week in less than a year! Running became my way to relax, unwind, think about everything and nothing at all. And then I moved on to graduate school. Time became the essence. I had none! i stopped cooking, stopped running, stopped it all! Over 4 years later, I found 02 Athletics in February 2010. It became a new commitment, a lifestyle change, and a desire to better myself. The class itself consists of what I can only describe as "madness"! Seriously... People like to be told, "it gets easier". Well i'm a realist and i will tell u that it does NOT! It only gets harder, but you learn to challenge urself to do things u would never imagine tackling! I never considered myself a sprinter, and here I am sprinting with the guys in the class and hanging more often than not. I woulda never imagined myself doing a set of tricep push-ups, not to mention the upside down, one-handed and slap push-ups. Everyday, I feel like I have room to improve, and everyday, I feel better that I have improved! The instructor is an MMA fighter. He loves what he does as a fighter, but I think he loves more the changes he makes as an instructor. In such a large city as SF, u get used to impersonal fitness groups. But James is in it for much more than the chump (and it really is chump) change. I personally challenge u to find a cheaper bootcamp! He will pull u aside, give u tips on ur kickboxing technique, motivate u to better urself, and literally boost ur confidence. He really watches out for u. He also continues to look for ways to motivate you to be a better athlete, a more confident individual, and an overall better person! Bottom line - you know this bootcamp means something more than a work-out when: 1) I've been using yelp for 4 years, and this bootcamp is my 1st review EVER! 2) I now change my work schedule, social plans, and everything in between to make as many classes as I can 3) I choose to hang out with these work out people because we cover the spectrum - different cultures, different fields of work (from healthcare to media to law enforcement to art ...), different skill levels, but we all have one thing in common - we're over-achievers who push the limits! Are u an over-achiever? Try it out, and u'll never look back... NO EXCUSES!

I am writing this review right now as I am in my 3rd week at bootcamp and I hesitate to rave too…read moremuch about it because I still want it to be my little secret! I just moved into the inner sunset so I had to search for a new gym to belong to. I searched long and hard on Yelp as I compared certain gyms in the neighborhood looking at what they had to offer as well as price and customer reviews. 02 Athletics stood out to me almost immediately so I figured "why not" and signed up to attend a trial class. Later that same day, I got a voicemail on my phone from James (the instructor) inviting me to try it out. His voice had the booming quality of Billy Blanks (The kickboxing DVD guy) and the slight insane intonation of Shaun T (the INSANITY DVD) guy. I knew this was going to be INTENSE. If you are ready to be pushed like you've never been pushed before THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to be apart of an awesomely diverse group of people THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to meet people who are super cool and down to earth, but who you would NEVER want to piss off in a dark alley THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to learn how to become one of the people mentioned above THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to have an ass that someone could bounce a quarter off of THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. (I'm getting there!) I would not waste my time and money to wake up and get my ass handed to me at 6am unless it was AWESOME. I can't say enough good things about James and the people in 02 Athletics! He truly cares about your progress and the pre-workout texts help keep me accountable!

I've been with Coach Charlie for a little over a year now, and he's been such a great personal…read moretrainer to me and my friend. We wanted to set up weekly training sessions, but he eased us in with a quick trial to see how we like the sessions and what we can do to achieve our goals in terms of weight, strength, etc. Since then, he's always taken care of us, made sure we engaged the correct muscles, and maintained proper form. We've never felt uncomfortable as he's always been a respectful yet witty and engaging coach throughout. The gym space is the perfect size for a class of 5-8 people. There's a ton of equipment available, and he keeps everything clean at all times. I love that the studio is never too cold or too hot, meaning I never feel like I'm suffocating or rigid from the temperature. Would recommend this gym to any of my friends!

Love Charlie's workout classes! The variety is great -- no two classes are quite the same -- and…read moreCharlie helps correct my form when I'm off. The community of women is also great. Highly recommend!

If you have an upcoming event or you're just unmotivated at the gym, you need to sign up for P4L…read more Let me tell you I've tried it all. I've been a loyal member at Barry's, Rumble, and other fitness programs in San Francisco and though production value has always been above average, I never saw real results. I gained a lot of weight during covid. I spent a lot of time at home with little to no movement and ate a lot for 3 years and the weight crept up on me. I did 10 seasons with custom fitness--it was good, but I needed more frequency with a price that made sense. Perform for life offers daily small group classes where the instructors pay close attention to your form + 1 private session w a designated PT once a week (shoutout to Steven--he's the best!!). All the small group instructors are super personable. Love Jeremy, Sarah, Chris. Everyone here is just cool--from the clients to the instructors, it's a solid community. I've lost 16% body fat and 7lbs since coming here for 2 months. I haven't changed my diet, but really just implemented p4l into my daily routine. It's amazing seeing results while staying motivated. Highly recommend!!

I have been training with Jacob for just over a year now. Jacob helped me achieve my goals and…read moreexceed them. He is methodical, knowledgeable and a friend now. Small group classes are a great way to put in the extra effort and make some friends.

Matt and all the trainers here are amazing!! I used to stick religiously to Barry's/Bodyrok, but…read moreafter years still wasn't seeing the results I wanted. I also always felt exhausted, and started to dread working out. After discovering MoveSF, I'm EXCITED to come to class now because it's different every time, I feel STRONGER, and the workout intensity is JUST enough where I have energy for more! I also think all the trainers are incredibly friendly and personable. I cannot recommend MoveSF more I've basically swapped out all other classes for this!

Always get a great workout at Move-SF... good cardio and strength classes... easy to book online…read more.. classes available 7 days a week morning to most evenings...the trainers Matt and Nina are perfectionists... I really appreciate them coming over and correcting my form... the studio is always spotless and clean... A great gym!

Jungshin is wonderful! It is a tough workout, but I always leave feeling energized. I wish I could…read moredo it every day! Using the swords is a lot of fun. I've taken many classes from Annika and Diana at SCLA. I love them! They are both really motivating and smart. The classes are designed with a lot of thought, and I enjoy them. I believe this will become the next Taebo, but better.I feel very lucky that I get to take classes from Annika, the creator.

I am not a class taking, boot camping kind of person, but this one sounded so cool I had to try it…read more I've been hooked since Annika started teaching at Gold's SOMA. The class is a seriously good work out if you want it, but Annika's style is such that you don't feel guilty if you take it a little easy when you need to. I really appreciate the acceptance of new students and the fact that we aren't all born knowing how to swing a sword. :) I hope this class sticks around, and that Gold's adds more!

Kristi has been such a steady, positive presence in my life. We've been working out together…read moreconsistently for over seven months now, and she's thoughtful, encouraging, and deeply knowledgeable about the body. I had never done consistent weight training before, and as a woman entering my 40s, it felt important to start. I initially came to her while dealing with a foot injury, and after my surgery she's helped me rebuild strength safely and effectively. I trust her completely and couldn't recommend her more highly.

Kristi is the best personal trainer ever! She has the perfect balance of meeting me where I'm at…read morewhile challenging me. She keeps me motivated and always carries a positive, fun attitude! She is super knowledgable about fitness and health and really caters to my individual needs. I look forward to every session I have with her and can't recommend her enough!!

Matt and the coaches are very knowledgable and supportive for runners at all levels. And the fellow…read morerunners are super friendly and welcoming! While my times and stamina are better with this training, what I like best is that RC keeps me motivated and engaged. Highly recommend!

"Of course it was painful, and there were times when, emotionally, I just wanted to chuck it all…read more But pain seems to be a precondition for this kind of sport. If pain weren't involved, who in the world would ever go to the trouble of taking part in sports like the triathlon or the marathon, which demand such an investment of time and energy? It's precisely because of the pain, precisely because we want to overcome that pain, that we can get the feeling, through this process, of really being alive." - Haruki Murakami, in What I Talk About When I Talk About Running Yeah, not gonna lie... training for my first half marathon was painful. As I learned how to run long distances, I was repeatedly required to make the decision: succumb to the pain? Or keep going? I was never a runner before. I never in my wildest dreams envisioned myself ever CHOOSING out of my own free will to run 13 miles without stopping. Because it's so easy to stop! Or to walk... for a long time. But I now know it's possible. I finished my first half marathon in 2 hours, 22 minutes, and 14 seconds (which included numerous treacherous hills and the Golden Gate Bridge and back.) I only walked twice to drink water and eat energy gels. And it's one of the greatest feelings in the world to know that as much as it hurts to go on, as exhausted and fatigued as I am, and as hopeless as I can become--I can push through it. I can overcome the pain. I CAN achieve even my wildest dreams! Whoa, I digress. Marathon Matt's training program for this past San Francisco Half Marathon, "The City 13.1," was truly the greatest investment I've made this year. Matt's program is totally doable for beginner and intermediate runners like me, as well as a challenge for advanced level runners. He sticks to a rational, organized training schedule that prepared me well for my race. And in addition to Tuesday 6:30pm short runs and Saturday 9:30am long runs (and a "Wildcard Workout" conditioning session every other Thursday), he's also pencilled in quite a few fun social events (I met a lot of really cool people of all ages and running levels). Matt is also great at encouraging fundraising. Had I not joined this running group, I honestly don't know if I would have been able to push myself through the pain on my own. But now that I know that I can, I've realized: it's not just about running. It's about life!

I've been attending Bianca's classes for over a year now and her classes are always challenging and…read morefun. Bianca is knowledgeable and experienced. She keeps a positive attitude and a keen sense of humor. She's a breath of fresh air and a pleasure to work with especially during those rough Monday mornings. Bianca values your time and makes sure that you get the most out of your hour...even to the very last minute! The studio is well equipped with TRX, kettle bells, dumbbells, mats, Stroops battle ropes, etc. Her workouts are fast-paced but she focuses on technique to avoid injury and get the best results. I highly recommend Bianca. She's extremely personable and enthusiastic. Did I also mention that she's in amazing shape? Which validates her expertise and discipline.

My all time favorite fitness class! So good I force myself out of bed to go to Monday morning 7am…read moreclass. What helps is each class is different and you're never doing one move for too long so it stays interesting. She mixes of the exercises every week so sometimes it's a mix of Trx and weights, sometimes battle ropes, sometimes ladders, etc. I wish she could do more classes and times during the week in sf but glad I can take it once a week!