Seriously the best gym I've ever been to! I love the family like style vibe, the owner is very generous and awesome, and I feel comfortable with the people that go! I go almost everyday with my sisters to attend kickboxing, cardio stile fitness (which I have never felt so good ever in my life) I just recently came out of college soccer and because of Jake, I didn't loose my fitness. In fact I am better then I was before! Highly recommend ! read more

I've gone to this gym for last 2 years & Jake, the owner, is super motivating and has always helped me reach my fitness goals. In January the goal I set was weight loss and I have lost 27 pounds & feel in the best shape of my life. The atmosphere of Freestyle Fitness is unlike any other gym I've been to before. There is plenty of class variety (including mma/striking, strength training, grappling, etc.), small classes, and very inclusive. He trains for functionality & health, and will be sure to push you along the way. I couldn't give any higher of a recommendation to Freestyle Fitness & Jake! read more

Awesome gym! Jake/owner takes pride in everyday activities. He's always engaging with his clients on a first name basis and a positive attitude! If your looking for a encouragement, confidence and want to get in shape, come try out a week with Jake. read more

My life has become exponentially better since I joined this gym about a year ago. Jake is hands down the most personable trainer I have come across in my fitness venture. This is a family oriented, NO BS, hardcore, and kickass place to workout and feel part of a community. Classes range from about 5-15 people depending on the day but Jake has a way of making you feel like he is there for YOU! He makes mental notes of your strengths and weaknesses and makes a focus to help you improve each time you show up. He truly cares about the people in his gym family and makes it his priority that his clients are satisfied! I normally attend the strength and conditioning classes but cardio strike (boxing) is a killer workout where you can learn some valuable self defense techniques as well. Not only does Jake make it a priority to fix your form to prevent injury, his goal is to teach his classes different exercises and techniques they can use outside of the gym! I never ever regret showing up for a class. Jake is a trainer that is there for all of his clients! So happy to be a part of the freestyle fitness fam! read more

My husband and I are joined Freestyle Fitness and we love it! Jake is truly an amazing instructor who is full of energy and he lifts you up and motivates you throughout his hour long class. Jake says, "If you want to be healthy and get in shape, all you have to do is show up". The cardio, boot camp and boxing classes are never the same, so you never get bored of the same routine. Jake is one of a kind and you won't be disappointed. Drop by and visit Jake. He will work with you and answer any questions or concerns you may have. The dress code is casual and comfortable with a friendly atmosphere. You will not feel out of place no matter what your age or body type is. :) read more

Great place to work out. Jake is a great trainer. He really knows his stuff very good at correcting form if you are not doing something right. I love that. read more

Knowledgeable instructor that keeps you on your toes, motivated and knows when to push that last rep outta ya. If it wasn't for Jake I wouldn't be as in good of shape as I am today. Classes vary depending on the day from kickboxing, cardio strike, circuit training, and lifting. He always puts a creative spin on the workouts to keep it more interesting and motivating. Never the same boring workout twice ! read more

Whether you're trying to get in shape or build muscle, this is the right place. The owner, Jake, is very energetic and highly motivated to get you to keep going even when you're exhausted. He connects with all of his attendees well and it really has that small town feel to it. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to get back in shape or anyone having trouble motivating themselves. read more

This gym is fantastic. Jake is a very effective trainer. The environment is welcoming and encouraging. After trying other gyms over the years, this one is by far the best in my experience. read more

My favorite part about FF is Jake himself, he motivates me to come back every week no matter how sore I am. I only go 2-3 hours a week but I'm in better shape than I have when I spent 5-10 hours a week at the gym. I'm also a lot more tone than bulky as he helps cater my workouts to whatever goals you want (for personal training). Now that I've done 5 weeks of PT I decided to join the circuit training classes and they are so intense and amazingly tiring. When I want to take it easy for a day I can use the time slot for Free Gym and just focus on strength training. Also cleanest gym ever as he makes everyone clean up their used equipment and cleans everything himself constantly. The only reason I'll leave this Gym is if I leave Chico. read more

My girlfriend and I are both former college athletes at Chico State and have been training with Jake and the crew for over 8 months now. After hanging up our jerseys and graduating we both struggled finding a gym and atmosphere that provided the intensity, motivation, and teammate-like support we were used to when training with our team(s). That is, until we walked into Freestyle Fitness and met Jake. When we first walked in I was surprised to see people of all ages and body types in the gym. I quickly learned that everyone was there to kick some ass, but also that everyone supports each other and there is absolutely no judgement of any type. You really have to see it to believe it... you'll leave each day wanting to come back. As far as the training goes... it's intense (plan to sweat a lot:)... but Jake caters to your goals and ability and helps you out along the way by yelling some of his famous one-liners. One of the greatest benefits is that he shows the proper ways to do each exercise to maximize effectiveness while minimizing risk for injury. Also, the kickboxing classes are a blast. There's nothing like starting or ending your day with punching and kicking the crap out of a bag, while also learning how to apply it to real life. To say the least it's freakin fun! One thing I haven't mentioned is that there's about a zillion different things to train on. From air-o-dine bike to kettle bells, to free weights, ropes, dummy bags, leg magic thing-a-magigs, medicine balls, benches of all types, pull up bars.... it's like a grown ups fun zone. You can go in and train any time...never obligated to take a class and Jake will help you with your workout. It's seriously awesome. So, if you're into no frills, working hard, and bringing a positive attitude every day to your workout, and becoming part of a team like/family like group here in Chico... you gotta come try this place out. Jake will let you train for free for the first week. If you can survive that you'll do just fine;) read more

Very few people can motivate me like Jake Scheele (owner) does. I love the positive atmosphere that Jake brings during training. Always pushes me when I don't think I can go any further. Workouts are circuit style training and is always different from the last one. Jake also provides an open gym if your just looking to get your own workout in. Hands down the best gym in Butte county. read more

Awesome gym with an awesome trainer who mixes everything from Kickboxing to Cycling into every class. Jake manages to take the best parts of Crossfit and normal gym workouts and turn them into fun and engaging classes. The best part is you don't need any experience in Kickboxing or crossfit to be a leader to get started Jake will personally demonstrate every exercise before class and give tips throughout the whole class to make sure you stay safe and get the maximum return for every movement. Freestyle fitness is the best gym in the North state and the best value you can find anywhere. As Jake always says you get out of it what you put into it! read more

Everyday I look forward to getting to the gym and getting in an ass kicking workout! Trust me, the workouts work. This is the first gym ever where I notice a difference in my body. Jake is the best trainer who makes me want to do better day by day, not just in fitness but in developing a healthier style in general. He is an expert in what he does and no one is better suited to run this gym then him. Freestyle fitness is hands down the best gym in town and this is not a biased opinion, I've been to many gyms, and Jakes is the best!! read more

After checking out a few other gyms in town, I found Freestyle Fitness, and have been there consistently for over 2 years. I absolutely love the intense workouts, timed sets, rotating intervals, and the fact that everyone is welcome (seriously). Young, old, fit, or not, injured, or just need some healthy friends- this is the place to get your fitness back on track and learn how to work out effectively. Jake is the owner, operator, trainer, manager - you name it- he can do it. He teaches people to be able to train anywhere, use any equipment, and motivate themselves to become their best. read more

After being on the Chico State Cross Country and Track team I have been used to a certain level of fitness. After not working our for several months I found myself in a less than ideal body type. Jake has helped me create muscles I didn't even have when I was at the peak of being a collegiate athlete. He helps build confidence by training you in a way that marries a tough work out with applicable self defense skills. The gym has a team/family feel to it which is something that gets me in there almost everyday! Everyday is a different workout and I still leave exhausted 4 months later. This is a no frills gym, if you wanna get in shape, look great, be able to defend yourself, and meet great people, this is the place to do it. read more

Do you want to lose weight and obtain overall fitness but are lacking the knowledge and motivation? Look no further than FREESTYLE FITNESS! There are numerous gyms and programs out there but none that compare to the motivation Jake Scheele brings to the table. If your looking to improve your health and well being come try this program for free! You will not be disappointed. Small group workouts and the nicest people you will ever meet. By far the best fitness program in the County. read more

I'm active but not a "gym" person. Freestyle is the best Chico has for combining fitness, general self defense skills, and combined with great people who are inclusive and motivational. No odd diets, no pseudoscience, and no propaganda. Go in, work your tail off, get fit. Most people are here to get fit...no get bulked up, show off, etc. Freestyle is comprised of all around great people. My creds: competitive Judo for 10+ years in the SF Bay Area at a dojo responsible for sending countless individuals to the Olympics. read more

I am in my sixties and my body was going downhill rapidly. I started going to workout with Jake about three years ago and recommend the gym to anyone that wants to get back into shape. It is not easy and you get out of it what you are willing to put into it. Jake will push you at your own rte that he feels you can take. The training includes cardio, strength, abdominal, and...if you want...boxing, MMA, and self-defense. Highly recommend! read more