Finding a gym that has the variety of workouts, great trainers to assist you and great office team…read moreis the consistency I need. I go there mostly weekdays and now take a mix of the regular workouts, strength and tread classes. The hardest part is showing up and once I do that the team encourages me all the way. From saying hi and knowing my name, to pushing me to get uncomfortable to help me get better. It's what I need and struggled to get at other places. Thanks Montclair OTF team!

Orangetheory is cool but it's not customer-centric, especially this studio. Parking is horrible…read more Walked in one minute after the cutoff time, and they wouldn't let me hop into the workout, even though it wasn't a full class. (For the record, a traffic light was down along my route, so that plus parking caused delay.) I've never been six minutes late before, so maybe a one-time warning could have been more constructive? Management, please do some introspection (and read the other reviews about you -- there's a steady drip of mumblings among the membership about your unreasonable policies and inflexibility). Y'all need to have more empathy for your community members who have busy lives and pay good money to be here. I've been loyal to OTF for nearly 10 years, but I'm going to have to look into the new, non-OTF gym that opened closer to my house. It's officially time for a change!

Too small. Difficult to move around. No place to do bench or floor work…read more They have a 72 hour period to try it out for free. I went once and didn't return. This didn't work for me because it didn't meet my workout, exercise and fitness needs and goals. That may not be the case for everyone, so I'll say give it a try and see for yourself.

Review was for wrong business and it won't let me remove, so now just ignore. Please ignoreread more

"Usually I have to force myself to exercise but I look forward to going to Pilates classes at…read moreReActive Movement. The instructors are excellent, the environment is attractive and inviting, and the people in the class are friendly and inclusive. The staff is always helpful and responsive to requests and schedule changes. I highly recommend ReActive Movement if you want a good workout in a positive, enjoyable setting."

After I posted my original review about the negative experience I'd had, the owner of the studio…read morereached out to me to let me know she had refunded my money for the class. She was very respectful and genuinely wanted to understand the experience that I'd had so that she could try to make it right and also prevent a similar situation in the future. While my prior interaction with a different staff member makes me reluctant to return, I really respect how the owner handled the situation.

My husband and I have been working with Ashley twice a week for a few months now--she is hands down…read morethe best personal trainer that we've ever worked with. Every session is unique and personalized; I'm always amazed that Ashely shows up every time with a completely new program, tailored to each of us and built on top of the work that we've been doing together. She is warm, thoughtful, and motivating. My husband and I both feel stronger and more energized. I can't recommend Ashely enough!!

Ashley is truly the best trainer I've ever worked with. I've been working with her for almost a…read moreyear, and I'm now the strongest -- and most pain-free -- I've ever been. When I first started, I was dealing with a lot of pain, partly because I wasn't properly engaging some of my major muscle groups. She was incredibly patient and intentional, guiding me step by step to activate those muscles in the right order. That foundation has made a huge difference in how my body feels and performs. What really sets her apart is how personalized everything is. She consistently tailors my workouts based on what my body needs-- whether I'm recovering from an injury or preparing for something specific like a surf trip. In buddy or trio sessions, she shows up fully prepared with customized programming for each person. It's clear she puts a lot of thought and care into every session. She's knowledgeable, attentive, and unbelievably prepared. She truly doesn't miss. I can't recommend her highly enough.

It's been a while since my last review here, and I'm happy to say this gym has only gotten better…read more I wasn't very consistent with the gym over the past few years, but I've been back for almost three months now and have actually been looking forward to every workout. I'm down 15 pounds already and honestly feel like I'm in my 20s again. The gym has everything you need to get a great workout in. It's clean, well maintained, and the atmosphere is exactly what I'm looking for. No influencers setting up tripods, no one hogging equipment for photo shoots, just people focused on their workouts. Everyone is respectful, cleans up after themselves, and gives each other space. It's become part of my routine again, and I don't see myself going anywhere else. Definitely happy to be back.

I love this gym! It is so well equipped, the other patrons are very respectful and it doesn't get…read moreoverwhelmingly crowded. Polo, the owner, is wonderful. I have been training with Rio for the last few months and achieving my fitness goals. I highly recommend coming here!

I have had four joint replacements with Physical Therapy each time. SOL has been head and shoulders…read moreabove all. They are helpful, encouraging, taskmasters . I have greatly improved and I owe it to Summer and Jordan. I'm 76 years old and I hate most physical activity. I am actually Practicing!!! You cannot go wrong with choice.

I can't express how grateful I am to have had physical therapy here! I was skeptical at first…read morebecause of previous experiences at other physical therapy practices but from my first appointment I knew I was in excellent hands! I started physical therapy before my surgery and all of the help that I received, prepared me for moving in and out of bed after surgery, walking and going up and down stairs on crutches. The help I received has contributed to my full recovery. I was under the care of Racquel and Nick, initially. When they were not available, I worked with James and Murphy! There were so many good times and laughs! The best physical therapy experience I have ever had! The office experience I received was excellent! Gabe is thee best! It was easy to get a hold of and communicate with the office. I always received excellent customer service! I highly recommend them!

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.

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.

Meh, place just OK. Kind of snooty workers, strict rules, very small inside, too expensive, nowhere…read moreto park. Not feeling it.