Bay Strength is not a gym. It is not a bunch of trainers. It is not a set of equipment. Bay…read moreStrength is a source of inspiration and perspiration. It is a reason for people to bond while they bend. It is a place where people come to lift their spirits as much as lifting weights. I highly recommend Bay Strength to anyone looking for a way to get started on strength training without being intimidated by it! The trainers are great at providing the right mix of support, guidance and independence to let each person navigate their own journey. They go above and beyond to provide an open, accepting, and fun environment which makes the whole experience so much better! I've only been training here for a few months and I can already feel myself getting stronger every week. Big shoutout to Kelly and Katherine for being amazing trainers and for helping me get started on my strength training journey!

I love this place so much! As someone who has always been intimidated by weight rooms at most gyms,…read moreI immediately felt at ease and welcome at Bay Strength. The coaches teach you and correct your form in a positive way that is so encouraging, you never feel self conscious. They'll help you with alternative exercises or modifications if you ever need it. It's also so nice to not have to plan out your workouts, since the coaches lay everything out for you. They make it easy so that you can just go in and have fun while working at your own pace. The absolute best part of this gym is the people. I've made so many friends and we're always laughing and chatting and being silly. We cheer each other on, celebrate PRs, and crack jokes between sets. It's a true community, and I always feel so uplifted every time I'm here. Joining Bay Strength was the best decision I've made in a really long time, and I'm so grateful to be a part of this beautiful place.

I highly recommend Anne. Full disclosure, I have not worked with her as a personal trainer, but was…read morea regular at her HIIT fitness classes at the YMCA in downtown Berkeley. I looked forward to her classes every week because of her excitement for helping everyone, not matter their starting fitness level, find a way to be active, engage with the class with a variety of modifications to choose from, her sense of fun, playfulness, and creativity, and the thoughtfulness she put into planning each class. She thought of fun themes for exercises-- like creating a set of exercises that involves going to the beach, surfing, and doing burpees and starfish jumps. I don't know if the story made sense-- but it did make the exercises more fun. Anne has a spark for creativity and making activity and exercise fun. I looked forward to Anne's class every week and can only imagine that her training work is even better!

I'm been working with Anne for a few months and she is absolutely incredible. I was a complete…read morebeginner and very nervous to start working out at first and she made me feel super comfortable and excited for my work out journey. I have seen progress and it's only been about three months. She is always on time and very professional. She's also very flexible on finding a schedule that works for you. I would highly recommend Anne and I'm excited to keep working with her! I wake up every morning that I work out with her excited compared to in the past I would dread having to work out. This has definitely helped my confidence and mental health in addition to getting stronger and more fit physically.

Everything I said in my previous review still stands, I just want to highlight how awesome the…read moretrainers have been during the last year plus as we've all had to negotiate the COVID pandemic. They've adapted to teaching a mix of in-person and online classes and they've done an excellent job of making things challenging while keeping workouts accessible and adaptable as needed for everyone's personal situation. All of the trainers here are excellent, but most of the classes I take are with Deanna. Training with her is an incredibly positive experience--she is completely committed to helping her clients succeed, and not just in the gym. And on those days when my tank is empty or I'm not with it for whatever reason she's completely understanding and is able to adjust things to meet me where I'm at so I still get a good workout in. A lot of it may be behind the scenes, but she works just as hard as her clients at helping them achieves their goals. Phoenix Gym is an incredibly positive, supportive, and judgement-free zone, and being a member here has been a life-changing experience.

Kelly is bad ass. She's tough and gorgeous at the same time! And she's super awesome to be around!…read more So the building is Krav Maga but you enter and go to the right of the building. Bootcamp has it's own deal. I came here for a free trial bootcamp class (and I'm hooked and coming back on Friday). Luckily it was 6 ladies and myself. I really liked that it was small and everyone was friendly. It started with some jumprope, followed by push ups (and repeat 5 times). Then we got our hands wrapped and put on the boxing gloves! We hit punching bags. Pretty fun to feel like Muhammed Ali. :) my knuckles are red. Boxing is only on Wednesdays. Then we did squats in between the different types of boxing moves. Then we got out some yoga mats and did different types of crunches. Sadly I forgot where my abs once were :( but I'm hoping to find them soon. Anyway, tons of fun!

Ave is knowledgeable, patient, excellent at explaining and demonstrating technique, and extremely…read morethorough and data-driven. She understands each member's unique goals, and works closely with them to plan concrete steps to achieve success. 3Score is definitely my favorite gym ever!

I am 73 years old and my spouse is in his mid-80s. This is a fantastic gym. The trainer is…read moreincredibly knowledgeable and works with us on our goals of staying fit and balanced. The work outs are paced to allow for my fatigue problems as well as taking into account whatever aches/pains/conditions we may have on any given day. The sessions are also fun and we laugh a lot. I look forward to going and it's also inspired me to do more exercises at home. This is absolutely the best fitness/training/gym experience I have had in my life. Get fit and be happy at this gym!

I've had a great experience working with Diante. I came to him a total beginner, over 200 lbs, not…read morereally knowing where to start. Since then I'm down to 188 lbs, dropped two pant sizes, and have built real muscle while continuing to recomp my body. I feel stronger than I've ever felt in my life and I'm excited to keep going. Diante customizes workout plans to fit your specific needs and is flexible when things come up but what really sets him apart is how much he genuinely wants to see his clients succeed. He's been supportive and encouraging through the whole process. If you're looking for a trainer who actually invests in your progress, I highly recommend Diante.

Seven Star Wellness has been an amazing gym for me to heal from my injuries. I had a shoulder…read moreinjury from working out. Diante knew exactly what I needed to do release my tight muscles. He came up with a comprehensive plan (trigger point excercises, diet, strength training) so that I could get back to being active (swimming, weights...). And Diante is so positive in his coaching that really helped me in my healing journey. He has so much knowledge based on his own injury recovery journey and education. I highly recommend 7 Star Wellness as a place to help you stay on a healthy path. + Diante is one in a million. You have to work with him!

Zahra is a good trainer who sets the tone and environment for each of her students to achieve their…read moremaximum potential while going at each person's pace

Honestly I'm very disappointed in this trainer. Especially reading some of these reviews and then…read moreseeing her behavior as a fitness trainer. Do better and it wasn't nice making fun of someone while recording them. Then have the nerve to laugh at them with others. You're expose and your behavior is unacceptable. If you don't know look up the video

I have been working with Kevin for 3 months and have been amazed, despite being a sculler, at how…read moremy balance and acuity has improved so rapidly. His personalized, customized to me and my needs/issues, feels like a hack! I have just referred him to one of my best friends- real friends don't let real friends do time suck workouts! Lynn Pt Richmond

Kevin is an awesome personal trainer. He takes a lot of time with you from the start to assess your…read moreneeds -- and then to design a program tailored to those needs. He adjusts the program over the course of your training to add challenges that you are ready to tackle. I had been going to physical therapy for several months for a hip issue with disappointing results -- from the start, I was impressed with Kevin's knowledge and the care he took to figure out how to improve the situation. It has helped so much! And his energy and positive approach make it fun to work out with him. I highly recommend Kevin!

This gym is a perfect nexus for me. It's convenient to get to, it's remarkably inexpensive…read more(relative to similar gyms), and staff are friendly. The facilities are always clean and there are plenty of machines and weights for all (leg workout devices are a little sparse). Maybe not state of the art and new, but it's excellent value. As a member, you can also visit any City Sports Club in the area, and there are many!

They are refusing the give people guest passes. They were upset that I refused to sign up the first…read moreday I visited the gym. Because I refused to sign up, they forced me to purchase a day pass. The gym itself is decent. They will make you do a 45-60 minute tour. This is not a friendly environment for individuals looking to shop around. They will refuse your guest pass if are transparent about not purchasing a membership. Manager - Annan Chandler (name given) refused to give me a guest pass because I didn't want to sign up same day. I'm not sure what their standard practice is, but he said he refused to honor the guest pass email and I had to pay to use the facility in which I did.

I had a great time at the lululemon Summer Series Heated Mat Sculpt at CorePower Yoga. It was my…read morefirst CorePower Yoga class and I was pleasantly surprised. The class was energizing and challenging without feeling overwhelming. I also appreciated the convenient locker room amenities. The instructor was super friendly and it was nice getting to meet new people along the way.

1 month/final update:…read more Siobhan for corepower is what freedom is to money - what a fantastic instructor! 10 stars ** Towel update: still awful.... I am tired of paying to look like a snow globe. Get it together. More lint than a dryer vent.