F45 Training Carmel Mountain Ranch

(37 reviews)

2.7 mi

Joined in August 2024 and haven't stopped since. Four times a week, consistently…read more The coaches and the community are the main reason. There's something about the energy in that room that makes you want to actually try. When everyone around you is putting in work, you just match it. The music is good too. Sounds like a small thing but it makes a difference. So does the AC -- especially on a hot day. Strength-wise I'm noticeably stronger than when I started. Still getting challenged which is the point. If you're thinking about trying it, just go. It's hard to explain until you're in it.

I've been a member of F45 Training Rancho Peñasquitos since 2019, and it has truly been a game…read morechanger for my fitness journey compared to my previous experience at 24 Hour Fitness. Each session is a complete, functional 45-minute workout that changes daily--no two classes are ever the same. The circuit-style HIIT format keeps you moving efficiently from station to station, so you're never waiting around or competing for equipment like you might at other gyms. Every class is supported by one to two knowledgeable coaches who demonstrate movements, ensure proper form, and provide constant motivation and accountability both inside and outside the studio. What truly sets this location apart is the close-knit community. You see many of the same members regularly, creating a supportive environment where everyone encourages one another. I've even made lifelong friends here. I highly recommend stopping in for a trial session--you won't be disappointed.

Gino and Will are a couple of the terrific trainers at F45 in Rancho Penasquitos.

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F45 Training 4S Ranch

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3.0 mi

I have been a member since December 2025 and am glad I joined! Workout is fun and not boring as the…read moreroutine and equipment changes often. Coaches are all very supportive and encouraging. Facility is clean and equipment is well maintained. I look forward to every workout! Everyone is supportive and has such a positive attitude! :)

3 weeks into F45 and really enjoying it. It's quick and high intensity. Coupled with good coaches…read moreand good music, it's gotten me back motivated to workout. Coach Eddie, Elijah, Nick, Will and Amber have all been positive and motivating. Each pushing me to my limits with regard to safety. If you're on the fence for F45, sign up for the trial. It's going to be a matter of commitment and consistency but if you have those things you'll get the most out of it.

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SweatHaus

3.9

(94 reviews)

2.9 mi

I have been coming to SweatHaus for over 3 years and though this gym has been through some…read moreadversity along the way, they really have their act together now. With 24/7 access, the nicest equipment offered, and an always clean environment, SweatHaus is my go-to training facility. Some of my favorites - Rock Wall - Large Tires - Indoor & Outdoor Turf - Sleds - Bumper Weights

Where do I begin?! I am a fitness/gym fanatic. I have been to more gyms than a well versed gym…read moregoer! lol Literally, I usually belong up to 3 different gyms at one time. However, I am currently only a member at one gym, and it's SweatHaus! I love it here so much, you have 24/7 access, the gym is just gorgeous. Any and all equipment is available but also in pristine condition. The layout is efficient, they have rooms and areas for everything. I cant say enough wonderful things about this gym. I am so happy I found it, everyone here is wonderful and welcoming. You never get stuck waiting for equipment and dealing with crowds. Can't see myself going anywhere else! Thanks SweatHaus!!

Something for everyone!

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Sweat Circuit - Otay Ranch

(28 reviews)

26.6 mi

Updating my review as time has passed from my original one. This gym is amazing! Being a part of…read morethis gym has really helped me commit to my fitness goals. All the coaches are encouraging and help you succeed. I love that I do not have to think about my workout and it's all planned out for me to get it done. Welcoming members & coaches. Thank you Michelle for making Sweat Circuit such great place to exercise .

Great gym and great coaches! Love that they separate upper and lower body days I'm proud to call…read morethis gym my home gym.

We LOVE Team lululemon - Otay Ranch

This is my Coach Dari

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Fit Body Boot Camp - Poway

4.3

(11 reviews)

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Bait and switch marketing. FBBC Poway offers a 6 week "free" class, once you're there it becomes a…read more$500 program that is "refundable" or partially refundable. If you're at a normal BMI they set the goal to 6% body fat and of you're above normal you lose 20 pounds. They have no standard of measurement prior to the first or last measurement and the device they use has a margin of error of 3.5-4.1%. Then when don't reach the goal, they do not honor a partial refund and only offer a credit to continue. I went from 199 to 187.4 in 6 weeks. The device said I lost 1.6% body fat and it increased from the prior two weeks each week. Mathematically it makes no sense. I would have to have lost 4.2% of muscle and water over 6 weeks; a total of 8.2 pounds of water and muscle. With that being said, if you follow the program you will lose weight. If you're looking to commit for 6 months, the initial $500 will get you another 5 months and may be worth it to you. I was looking for a 6 week program to get me back on track after breaking my leg, not false advertising and forced membership or an expensive 6 week program. Just keep in mind thos program is 90% diet based. Lean protein, vegetables, and very limited carbs; no sugar, or alcohol.

I'm updating to four stars because the owner reached out and seemed to be honestly sorry what…read morehappened. He was very kind and offered to have me go in and check the gym out. he was also very apologetic for what happened. I do think the new owners are way cool and I'm sure anyone will agree if they check them out. Best wishes to the gym and everyone in it!

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F45 Training Encinitas Central

4.9

(33 reviews)

12.8 mi

Working out has never been my thing but after months of confinement to home during COVID-19, I…read morereally needed to shed some pounds and get back into shape. I accidentally wandered into this gym while on a walk and Steph, Jaden, and Will convinced me to take up the trial. Fearful that it would be too much for me at 57, I gave it a shot anyway -- making it my one indulgence in public after getting vaccinated. While it was quite the challenge at first, I quickly signed up for twice a week. After six weeks, I've found this chore turning into a craving, so now I've upgraded to an unlimited plan. While I've taken most of my late afternoon classes from Will, I've also taken classes from Grace, Taryn, and Jaden. All are great. They challenge me when they see I can take more, but let me throttle back a bit when it gets too much. It's just the right amount of a push that I need. Best of all, I've already lost eight pounds, I feel way better, and I know I'm doing something good for myself.

I absolutely loved coaches in this location but this gym is much pricier than other f45 studios…read more You can save $20 a week if you go to Del Mar location. If not for the price, I would be a regular there

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Driven Strength and Conditioning

(11 reviews)

35.0 mi

I am visiting for work so I did two days of drop ins. The coaches were super welcoming and really…read morehelpful as far as form and doing things correctly. I will definitely be back when I'm in Temecula!!

Been a regular for just over a year. Great programming for all fitness and skill levels,…read moreknowledgeable coaching, friendly membership, and nice facility (AC in the summer!!). 10/10 would recommend for any fitness level.

It's hard to smile when your legs are burning

Wall balls...squat, then throw.

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That smile is impressive...that's not paper weight.

F45 Training - Oceanside

(50 reviews)

22.9 mi

This is only my third time here and I already feel so at home. I've taken Ashley and Rhianna every…read moretime because they were so amazing my first class and I don't like change lol. But they're so motivating and friendly and they make the class fun and lighthearted. I came from lagree which is similar to Pilates so I'm by no means very strong or a weights girl so I was super scared to come my first time and now I just laugh at myself and try anyways when I don't think I can do something! but I'm so excited to see how much I grow in strength by coming here! Even the other people who take the classes are also so kind. I feel like they might also work there or are regulars but even today other people in the class were helping me out and adding weights for me to push me ! So if they do work here then amazing because even when they're taking classes their looking out for people and if they don't then just speaks volumes for the vibe and how awesome everyone who comes here is!

Was in town for work and decided to visit this studio! Nice and clean just like all other F45!…read moreCoach Carmelo was amazing! He knows his stuff and went around and helped and motivated everyone in class. Music was great too! Excellent studio!

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F45 Training Santee

4.7

(42 reviews)

10.7 mi

I was a member of the gym for over a year and enjoyed the workouts, as well as the flexibility to…read morefollow their planned workouts without needing guidance. However, I ultimately canceled my membership due to the gym's perceived affiliation with specific ideologies that I found to be at odds with my personal values. ( white supremacy Clantee ) Notably, following Charlie Kirk's passing, several members and coaches expressed sadness at being unable to attend or the funeral, citing scheduling conflicts. This further solidified my decision to end my membership, as I did not wish to support an organization whose values diverged from my own and did not align with the diverse and inclusive environment I sought, particularly given the substantial monthly fee of $200

Game changer! This gym has kept me motivated for almost two years with its consistency, where in…read morethe past I have fallen off. The coaches are motivating, and they have built an awesome, motivating, safe, and welcoming culture. The classes are forever changing, targeting all the different parts of your body. I have not gotten bored at all, and nothing feels redundant, which is so refreshing. I highly recommend it, no matter your fitness level or age. We all start somewhere. Give it a try you will not regret it! One of my favorite things to Witness is to watch the transformation in peoples bodies

I reached 200 classes like I said I enjoyed the workout just not the vibe that the gym brings

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STRIDE Fitness

(31 reviews)

0.5 mi

It's been more than a year since I started working out with Stride and I have never been more in…read moreshape in the last 5 years. 1) Happy environment. 2) Professional and knowledgeable coaches who willing to help you reach your goals. 3) Great management. Everything you need to be motivated. 100% recommend

I started at Stride almost two years ago. I have been to almost 270 classes. This is a great gym…read morefor beginners (they explain everything) thru advanced runners. Since August, Stride has added in weight training and additional cardio training. After the zillions of classes I have attended, I can assure you that no two classes are alike (routines always changing) and you will NEVER get bored. The staff greets you at the door each and every day with a smile. Melissa is a great manager and friendly to everyone. The coaching staff is wonderful and they can tailor your workouts if you have any injuries. I love this place.

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Waterfront Park

(320 reviews)

18.4 mi

Wow what a great park. We stopped by to check out the out the play ground, and there was also a…read morehuge panda event. Which resulted in the playground being loaded with children and families having fun and relaxing in the cool breeze. There are ton of play activities for the kids: blue climbing mountain with slides, cool spaceship looking merry go rounds, swings, climbing, obstacle courses, etc. There are tons of tables, benches, and lots of shady areas for picnics or relaxing while the kids play. It was awesome to find this playground ride down the road from where we were staying. Too bad this is our last full day in San Diego.

This is a big park with a lot of grass area, a fountain, basketball and pickle ball courts, plus an…read moreoff leash dog park. What more can you ask for? What about great views of the harbor and city skyline on the other side? Yup it has that too. I come here many times with my dogs, as the dog park is a decent size for medium dogs to run around in. The dog area may not have grass, but it has dirt, and is usually kept clean. I actually prefer the dirt compared to artificial turf. Something to note is that there is only one park, so big dogs are combined with small ones. Theres a small obstacle course for dogs to jump and run through. And for the humans, there's also a few benches on the side to sit at.

Playground

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The Children's Park

4.3

(37 reviews)

19.1 mi

We enjoyed the park here! It had more people than usual when we play at parks but it was downtime…read moreand comic con weekend. Great play structures. Built with probably age 7+ in mind but my toddler was able to enjoy everything easily. The slides were metal but it didn't burn anyone going down. I was happy there was a good amount of shade! Bring your own food and snacks. Prices are ridiculous. The ice cream truck was $6 for an ice cream sandwich. Prices are not posted and I didn't have the heart to say nevermind and disappoint the kiddos. Great park!

This is more based on the dog park that's on the same lot as the Children's Park. This one uses…read moreturf, which i find has it's benefits on the days after a rainstorm since it doesn't get muddy. There are four big pine trees with separate retaining walls around three of them for owners to sit down. With it being so close to the bay, there's often a nice breeze that goes through the park. There's no divide between small dogs and big dogs, so it's best to just keep an eye on your dog, and many owners around here are usually respectful. The street parking immediately adjacent to the park is free, however, it has a limit of 30 minutes, and the parking meter workers are strict on it if they're around. I bring my dog here around lunch time because those who live/ work in the area tend to bring their dogs during their break time and my dog gets his socialization time. They close 8am-11am MWF for maintenance/ cleaning. Currently, both gates are broken so it's not as secure as it should be, and who knows when the city will actually fix it. There're a few agility structures and a water dispenser. The children's park itself looks pretty cool for kids with a lot of structures with slides and swings. There's also another separate area with fixed exercise equipment that looks well- maintained. The water feature in the park is a water feature, not a pool.

The Children's Park in Downtown, San Diego, CA

Where can you find a large art sculpture and the many areas made of wood and the climbing is for exercise.

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Childrens park one of the best educational parks and for the many structures you can have fun the whole day.

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

4.8

(1.2k reviews)

20.7 mi

i'm conflicted about this place. i love Point Loma, SO beautiful but i was shocked and kinda sad…read morethat kids are STILL jumping off the cliffs even though someone just got hurt here. We saw the lifeguards come and talk to them and they just waited and jumped anyway. SO dumb. but I guess that's what you do when you're young and foolish lol I'll try to post pics here. I don't have instagram bc i locked myself out of it! lol. Anyway it's really pretty here and def worth checking out.

We live by Pt. Loma and Sunset Cliffs is our go-to spot for a quick weekend walk. This is the…read moreperfect spot to watch the stunning California sunset and the ocean. It's even more beautiful in Spring! I knew about SC when I was living abroad and immediately fell in love then told myself that is where I'm gonna get married! I DID!! It's also a perfect spot for tide pooling. We found cute shells on the shore while exploring the cave. So if you see me, say hello!

It says unstable cliff but us humans don't listen! LOL

Great place for photo ops

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Coronado Center Beach

4.7

(743 reviews)

21.1 mi

What can I say that hasn't already been said about this beach? 5 stars and beyond…read more.. After the SD Writers Festival and then grabbing a slice and a beer on the main strip, I strolled over here to enjoy the last rays of the day. It is just gorgeous and breathtaking. I sat far back today, sitting on some rocks, ear buds in listening to my favorite playlist and just meditating while Mother Nature put on her beautiful sunset show for us. Come out here and enjoy the fun shops and restaurants nearby and spend some time with nature. Your heart and mind will thank you later.

This beach is absolutely stunning with its huge stretch of soft sand that actually sparkles in the…read moresun. The water here is usually very calm and clean, making it a great spot to just relax and wade along the shore. You also get a beautiful view of the historic Hotel del Coronado right behind you, which gives the whole place a really classic, postcard-perfect feel.

Coronado Beach 4th Of July

Sunday Morning Beach walks with my girls #SDLiving :)

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Sugar Sweet Farm

(118 reviews)

12.4 mi

Our son Cruz has been going to Sugar Sweet Farm since he was 6 years old. Last summer, as he was…read moreapproaching 12, we thought it would probably be his final camp season. We were wrong. He signed up again this year, and when we picked him up today, he couldn't stop talking about all the fun he had--just like he did when he was 6. Seeing that kind of excitement after all these years truly melted our hearts. Now, Cruz is already looking forward to becoming a counselor one day. Elizabeth, Farmer Bubba, and the entire team are simply the best. You've created a place where kids make memories that last a lifetime. Parents, if you're looking for an incredible summer camp experience, Sugar Sweet Farm is the place to be. Thank you for all the memories.

I brought my 16month old nephew to here. We had so much fun and had an amazing day here…read more Sign up and sign the prior visit. Lots of animals and activities for kids. Turtle, chicken, snakes, lizards , dogs, bunny, horses, rabbits.. etc For activities; play grounds, face painting, art class, play room I would definitely bring him here again.

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SD Adventures

(424 reviews)

18.6 mi

We took the family out for the 75min ride. The employees provided great customer service. The team…read morewas friendly and organized. The jet skis were clean and ran well. They have lockers that you can use. The jet ski also has a waterproof compartment to put small items. Parking: Free 3 hour street parking Parking lot across from hotel is $10 Overall we had a great time!

This is my 3rd time renting for the Harbor Island location. We have always had a great time. The…read morestaff is professional and friendly. Id like to give a shout out to Wyatt for his comprehensive safety briefing and how to address any potential issues that may arise. The Sheraton Harbor Island is a great place to relax and have lunch after a time out on the bay. I highly recommend SD Adventures Harbor Island.

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7 years ago

Owner is nice but coaches and is not knowledgeable. Facility and staff are average. Clean and organized, good workout but the 2 female coaches inn the AM classes don't do much. read more

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