New location, great coaches, amazing community, get your workout done in 30 minutes or 45 minutes,…read moreyour choice. I have been coming to Fit Body Boot Camp for a few years now. I initially signed up for an 8-week challenge and then committed to an 18-month challenge because I instantly felt inspired by seeing how many calories I was burning in such a short amount of time. Prior to coming here, I inconsistently would go to the gym. I had zero discipline however since coming here, I have integrated bootcamp workouts into my daily routine, which I had NEVER thought I could do. If you are a beginner or getting back into your fitness, no matter where you are in your fitness journey, you should consider coming here. With your membership you have access to unlimited HIIT classes, so you can start off with one or double up. The HIIT classes change daily, and the class schedule has many options to choose from, which makes it easier to find a time that fits for you. The workouts can be challenging, yet fun, and you will walk away feeling accomplished. I love the structure of the class that offers a good balance of cardio and strength. The coaches and the supportive atmosphere got me, everyone is encouraging and the coaches do an amazing job keeping everyone motivated and engaged. The parking can be a bit challenging; with the move to the new location, I am excited to see the ongoing upgrades and appreciate the commitment by Trevon in enhancing the space. I highly recommend this boot camp to anyone looking to improve their fitness while having a great time!

Amazing team, owner & coach Trevon gave me a one hour consultation that included a body scan. He…read moreexplained in detail how to create a caloric deficit to trigger weight loss effectively burning fat while building muscle. I tried one class and the members really seem like an awesome group of people. They offer weekly payment plans for 12 or 18 months to take advantage of the free 30 days. Stop by if you need a reboot the classes are 30 minutes and unlimited if you sign up. Don't wait for a New Years resolution, start now! We should have a Yelp Elite Squad event here!

Unparalleled expertise and a great atmosphere. Started going here in need of help stabilizing my…read morejoints after my second kid - they have slowly rebuilt me and I am so grateful to be able to start trying the activities that I was sorely (haha) missing!

This gym has inexperienced, unfriendly coaches who made me feel like a burden rather than a…read moretrainee. I joined hoping to learn their fitness program and build confidence, expecting guidance and support through the exercises. Instead, I was surrounded by staff who seemed more focused on policing my every move and over-scrutinizing my mistakes than actually helping me improve. I have a prior injury, and it felt like it was held against me rather than accommodated. On top of that, I suffered a serious knee injury while training here, and the coaches failed to provide proper assistance, modifications, or concern, which only made the situation worse. The gym itself is very small and filled with outdated equipment. If you're looking for a mature, supportive fitness program, I strongly recommend looking elsewhere. I left feeling less confident than ever. As a female trainee, it's essential to train in an environment where you feel safe, supported, and comfortable, and this was absolutely not that place. Do not go with FiT, Tracey will suck the money out of you and leave you feeling insecure and hurt.

Wow, I did a few runs of Oakland Women's Fitness Boot Camp when my kids were little and I needed to…read moreget back in shape, and today, post-pandemic, I'm back again. I love it! Don't get me wrong - I am not a gym rat and frankly, I hate fitness classes. Things I love about Oakland Women's Fitness Boot Camp with Anna Gunn are: - Outdoors (yeah, the Lake has goose poop and interesting characters abound, I still love watching the twinkling lights in the dark at the start and then the sunrise over Oakland's lake) - Excellent instruction (I get left and right mixed up for real - Anna's step-by-step instructions work for me) - Alt-exercises (If you have an injury or just need to do partials or fewer reps) - Non-competitiveness (I can do what I can do not what marathoners do and I feel good about it) - So much extra energy: This class starts my day off right.

I have been coming to Oakland Adventure Bootcamp for more than a decade. It is a un-negotiable part…read moreof my weekly routine. Not only is it a challenging but achievable workout that adapts to various fitness levels - there is a great sense of comraderie & community with other regulars - and other exercisers and dog walkers that are part of the early morning community at Lake Merritt. We share all kinds of experiences and tips/ideas. I love exercising outdoors and the accountability of a class with an instructor who provides individual guidance and accomodations at a fraction of cost of a personal trainer.

I cannot recommend Branden Henderson enough! From the…read moremoment I started training with him, I knew I was in excellent hands. Branden has been instrumental in helping me achieve my fitness goals, and the results have been great! What sets Branden apart is his personalized approach to training. He took the time to understand my goals, limitations, and preferences, and tailored each session to maximize my progress. His expertise in fitness and nutrition was evident in every workout plan and dietary advice provided. Not only did Branden push me to new limits, but he also ensured that each exercise was performed with proper form and technique, minimizing the risk of injury. His motivation and positive attitude was contagious, making every session enjoyable and something I looked forward to. Thanks to Branden, I achieved my goals of loosing weight, building muscle, improving endurance and have never felt better. I am stronger and feel confident. I was training for the Spartan race since February and can say I killed it with his preparation and help. If you are looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and inspiring personal trainer, look no further than Branden. He will undoubtedly help you reach your fitness goals and beyond!

Elite fitness has top of the line trainers such as Remi and Branden Henderson. I trained for over 6…read moremonths with Branden and he has been an exceptional coach. He is not in this field for the money. He truly cares about his clients. He approaches coaching in a holistic manner, focusing on mental, spiritual and physical health. He provided meal plans, strength training plans and weekly coaching check ins. In our checks in he would share his wisdom, strategies to do better, encouragement and accountability. He is truly an amazing coach and trainer. Book him if you are ready to change your mind and body.

My kids went to Xfit gym for the first time today for boxing boot camp. They had a great time! The…read moregym is spacious but they use outdoors as well. Their boot camp today was for 3 hours and taught the basics of boxing. The trainers, Avery and Lance came around to each child and corrected them (gave them feedback on techniques) as well as encouraged them. This format makes the program great for beginners, as well as for more experienced students. The owner, Joe provided them with water, Cliff bars and apples. We'll definitely be back.

Great staff and group of ppl. So glad I found this place. Everyone is so welcoming and helpful.read more

For the past few years, I have mainly focused on cardio until I got injured before a race. I…read morerealized I needed to do more strength training to prevent injuries. I have always wanted to learn how to lift heavy but was intimidated at the gym. I never had any formal training with weights other than group HIIT classes. My friend was doing 1:1 training with Minh at Body Mechanix and she highly recommended him. Body Mechanix felt like a friendly local community gym. The trainers and staff were welcoming. Minh had set up a complimentary consultation. My goals were to gain overall strength, maintain consistency, and work towards achieving a pull up. Through personal training with Minh, I learned proper techniques and developed the confidence to lift heavy. As a beginner, I was surprised I could deadlift 1.5x my body weight. Minh was very patient and positive. He was very encouraging and pushed me to challenge myself. I saw good results with my training so I signed my stubborn 70+ year old mother for sessions with Minh. In the last couple of years, she has been losing muscle mass and struggling with lower back pain. Her physical health has impacted her energy level and mental health. After a couple of sessions with Minh, my mother has regained confidence and a sense of accomplishment. To my surprise, she was able to do 10 push ups in a row and carry heavy weights that most people around her age group might struggle to do. I highly recommend training with Minh and Body Mechanix!

If you're looking for a gym where the trainers will lovingly torture you while you question every…read morelife choice you've made, BodyMechanix - Laurel is your spot. I've been coming here since I turned 34 (I'm 37 now, so let's just say my attendance record here is more consistent than my dating life), and it's become my second home. My happy place? Boxing with Nico on Thursday nights and Andy on Saturday mornings. They work us hard--from the bags to the mitts--and you can tell they genuinely love what they do, which makes you want to work harder too. The vibe here is energetic, supportive, and community-driven, even if you're like me--assertive, rebellious, and just a little defiant. I've made it my mission to talk back during workouts, roast the trainers mid-burpee, and encourage others to listen to their hearts when Nico, Andy, or any of the other amazing trainers push us like soulless robots. (They're not soulless, I promise--just slightly sadistic, in the best way.) If you think lifting weights and working out is drab, you haven't done it here. The community is what makes every drop of sweat and near-tear worth it. The trainers truly care about your transformation, not just physically but in how you see yourself and your own strength. They've created a space where you feel seen, pushed, and celebrated, even when you're lying on the mat wondering why you thought a 6pm class after work was a good idea. Shoutout to the trainers Ming, Angelo, Warren, and Tori, who keep the energy high, the encouragement real, and the workouts spicy. And to owner Terrell, who's built a place that feels like home (if home had kettlebells, a power rack and trainers encouraging you on while you question your life choices). If you're looking for a place to get strong, laugh while suffering, and meet some of the best humans in Oakland, come here. And if you see someone talking back to the trainers while smiling and refusing to quit, that's probably me. Come say hi, and let's complain about landmines together.

see my old reviews? back in 2012and 2014??? well since then there's been lots of life: kids and…read moreaging parents and working and and and... AND now I'm back, 10 years later. still flipping tires, still pushing sleds and lifting heavy. Vibe is as friendly as ever. Coaching continues to be excellent quality. Still no posturing or ego to be found. Just a great a$$ kicking workout no matter your age or fitness level.

I have been coming to this gym for years and it is my favorite part of the day, especially after a…read morestressful workday. With the coaches help, I've lost over 40 pounds of fat in the span of a year and gained muscle mass. Urban Fitness emphasizes using free weights, focusing on form and technique before lifting heavy. You'll find that while you're able to squat heavy on machines, poor posture and bad habits from not bracing your core does little in the real world. The style of training can be transferred to every day chores from carrying bags of groceries up the stairs in one trip, to lifting your fridge while remodeling your kitchen. I never realized how little I could lift on my own without machines involved. The workouts are class based and has a coach demonstrating each set and correcting form. As intimidating as a class workout sounds, the community and friendship bond you will find in class are unmatched. It's really easy to make friends, especially if you're someone working from home and need a change of pace, this is a good place to go. The people I've met here became my family. We go on snowboarding trips and run spartan races together. It's not CrossFit and all levels are welcomed. The highly trained staff can provide all different levels of workouts whether you're new, looking for a challenge, or injured. There's something for everyone.

I was looking for a place to workout when I am in town for work and found The FIT Potato. Initially…read more I was somewhat hesitant, not sure what to expect but glad I made the decision to come in for One-on-one Training and a few classes. I really liked that the classes are small, every time I show up there is only 6-10 people in classes which is great for me and has allowed me to get more help with my form and accountability. I have also done 4 sessions with on One-on-One Personal Training with Coach Francisco so he could guide me and make suggestions so I can keep a routine going when I go back home. This has been priceless, I have never been able to maintain a fitness routine and get to the point where I enjoy it and miss not doing it. If you are in town for work or live in the area and you are seeking small personal classes with lots of teaching and accountable or seek more direction in the form of Personal Training I highly suggest you give The FIT Potato a try. I was very pleased with coaches dedication to teach and truly make fitness not just a workout but something personal and focus around long term results. I have a new outlook on fitness and look forward to every workout. Huge Mind shift change.

Been going to the running class for almost 2 years now. I love the energy, the knowledge and the…read moreencouragement. They keep me motivated! My 2kids 10 and 12 are on the kids running class with coach Juan and they love it, they make you feel like you are part of something. Coach Juan, coach Francisco and coach Zac... Thank you!

great physical facilities, great coaches/leaders and especially Mark Sutro who is co-owner with his…read morewife. tailored for all ages and abilities !!!!

Who woulda thought this place had an excellent entertainment patio like this?!…read moreSuch a stunning little even last night produced by the amazing coach and artist, Danielle LoPresti.

This review is long overdue. I started my fitness journey 6 years ago and I've been in and out of…read morevarious gyms depending on where I live and where I work. I have to say out of all the gyms I've been to: FBBC, UFC, Planet Fitness, The Camp, and many other local family owned gyms, Concord fitness boot camp aka Fit Body Boot Camp concord has been the absolute best! I lost weight but the change was not just in appearance. I actually felt stronger and could notice the difference in my strength. My energy and endurance was like my teen days. The crazy part is appearance wise this gym has been the least impressive. But Virgil makes the small space functional and you really don't need much more than this. When I showed up for my first trial the location made me hesitant. Virgil's customer service was great and he made me feel welcomed. The other members were friendly and there were all ages and body types. I stayed and loved it. Everyone was extremely helpful and motivating. They all push you to finish your reps, to keep moving and not quit, and if you struggle they make you feel okay with modifying while teaching you ways to work on it until you can one day do what you're struggling with. It was hard but it seemed like within days my body learned how to handle doing sit ups and push ups. Another major part is nutrition. Virgil helped me with a shopping list and meal ideas. He is respectful but also doesn't sugar coat. With each weigh in he reminded me what I needed to do to stay on track. I also learned how to count calories. If I still lived in the area I would see about joining again. If I didn't give it 5 stars it is solely because of the cost. When I went it cost around by $300/month. Is it worth it? Yes. Is it affordable and feasible? No. I could not keep up going there as it was too much for my budget. Pictures for comparison of cheeks and chin when I first started in March to September

Came here for my first Bootcamp class via ClassPass. When I arrived, I wasn't sure if the place was…read moreactually open for business because it was boarded up on the windows. With reassurance from the owner (whose phone number was on Google), it was indeed open for business, I was excited to get moving for my Friday workout. I was introduced to the owner and other people who showed up for the class and I could tell they were regulars. The place looked pretty legit as you know I love legit gyms :-) I was asked to disinfect the bottom of my shoes as street shoes aren't allowed on the floor, since we laid on them for floor workouts. That made me feel better because I ain't tryna rest my head on a floor where people before me don't know where to walk sometimes and you don't know where they come from ahem, SF CITY STREETS!!! This was my first Bootcamp class in a long while so I was pretty thankful that Virgil (owner and trainer) allowed me to modify my workouts. It was a damn good sweat and I had great energy the rest of the day.