Have been going to this gym for over a year, so this review is long overdue…read more Headstrong combines everything you love about SLO and gym culture. Like most of SLO, everyone is incredibly friendly - from the staff to the coaches that will go out of their way to introduce themselves and always say hi when they see you in the gym. They have developed a community that only comes from continued and deliberate effort. They regularly host events to keep growing this community and you can see its size and strength at the 9am Saturday classes. This gym nailed the warehouse aesthetic while also keeping weight-lifters in mind. I have never had an issue finding a squat rack, which I can't say about any other gym I have been to. The free weights/dumbbells go in to the high 100s, where most gyms cap at 95/100lbs. In the warmer weather the outdoor turf-lined area is one of my favorite perks that I've also never had in other gyms. This place is a gym that's designed by people who actually use the gym and make it a point to continue making improvements for its members. If you need a gym that's more than just a place to work out, check out Headstrong.

Such a great gym! $10 drop ins, credibly, friendly staff, more than willing to give tours and point…read moreyou in the right direction! Suitable for almost any style of gym, or whether CrossFit, Bodybuilding, barbell classes or spin classes they have it all! Loved my experience here!! Definitely recommend it over other big gyms in the area!!!!

Business has been "temporarily closed" since July 2024. It is now January 2025. There has been no…read morecommunication from the owners since July updating the members or general public about the status of reopening. Very disappointed in how this has been handled.

Always clean, very friendly staff, never horribly crowded, and never have issues booking sauna…read moresession. A great place to have in town!

I used to love this place. It was just the right amount of membership to where you could get a…read moreworkout in without every machine and weight being taken. Nice and spacious, and there was no macho vibe. It was welcoming and comfortable. Until about a week ago. Apparently, the Fitness 19 nearby just closed, and Kennedy was bought out by Curl(?). The owner(s) of Curl, in their infinite wisdom, gave everyone at Fitness 19 some kind of transfer deal to Kennedy. Now, Kennedy is packed wall-to-wall (and with tons of gym rat chads). People are leaving weights and attachments all over, not racking things where they belong, slamming weights, grunting, being loud and just generally obnoxious ("HEY BRO! OH HEY BRO! DID YOU TALK TO CINDY?! YEA BRO SHE'S IN TOWN THIS WEEK. CHILL YEA I'M GONNA DO LIKE 400 MORE SETS BRO I FEEL THE PUMP. OK BRO"). It's a freaking joke now. This went from a nearly perfect club to an overcrowded clown show overnight. What's worse is the new ownership is raising rates to $100 a month, I hear. Absolutely asinine. RIP, Kennedy. If things massively mellow out in a couple weeks, it might not be as bad, but I'm not hopeful.

Thanks to the employee who not only wasted my time, but the time of everyone who showed up to the…read moregym at 8am to workout. It was 820am when I took this pic, and I'm writing this review while no employee has still showed up to open the gym. Nothing irritates me more in this world than people who waste my time. If you can't hire people to show up on time to work, then the owner or manager needs to take charge. I've already seen several people leave, this is ridiculous and a waste of everyone's time. All 20 of us that are outside waiting! Unprofessional for a gym that's supposed to be a premium gym in the area! *PS it was 830am when I left, and still no one had showed up*

Ive had a few sessions with Frankie so far. I am a former elite athlete, trying to become a pro…read moreagain. Frankie is helping me in reaching my goals. I'm really impressed by his attentiveness, and knowledge. He spent a lot of time with me in the beginning talking with me, and getting an understanding of what I'm trying to accomplish. His workouts are great! Very easy to do and understand. Even with my slightly larger size, I am able to accomplish everything he's given me. Each time I've been, I've felt really good afterwards. He creates a program that will work for you, your goals and specific body type. Injuries, and body size are all factored into what your body can handle safely and effectively. They gym is really clean, and has great equipment. It's a very relaxed, professional environment. I've been to all of the gyms in the area, and this is definitely the best in the Santa Ynez valley.

Frankie is extremely knowledgeable, skilled, and precise when creating the exercises that are…read morebeneficial for my particular situation, due to limited ranges of motion. He is always cheerful, patient, and accommodating.

I'm a senior who started CrossFit a few years ago to build up my core, improve bone density and…read moreincrease my overall wellbeing. Crossfit did all that and more for me. I was in SLO taking care of my mom, and had found Inferno on Instagram beforehand. So impressed with how badass the owner was I realized HAD to get my a** there! Definitely wasn't disappointed! What a great box, and boy what a blessing to be able to workout while away from home in my favorite place. Inferno is amazing, it's literally around the corner from the airport and the energy of the place is uber cool. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, motivating, encouraging and good hearted. The workouts are excellent, the music is awesome and the fellowship with everyone there is truly heartwarming. If you live near this place, stop scrolling the phone, get off the couch and drive down to Inferno and watch your body, mind and life change for the better. Are you mentally struggling? CrossFit is more than just fitness--it's cognitive behavior therapy--in which one is able to adopt healthier life perspectives after an hour of hard earned sweat...and the benefits are longer lasting. You start where you're at and the sky is the limit. So glad I found this gem while I was there. I can't wait to come back! Thank you so much for letting me join in.

Crossfit Inferno is incredible! Whether you are interested getting fit, are a competitor or just…read morewant to look good naked this is the place for you! Bill, Kassi, Nick, Robbie and James are the best coaches around, helping you to reach your fitness goals while scaling the workouts to meet your needs! Alongside great coaching there is a community of people that are truly like a family; cheering each other on, side by side working to be better. I love that the community support and classes are still happening while we are all sheltering in place; all virtually in daily live classes! You will not regret checking out it out @crossfitinferno and @billgrundler on Instagram and http://crossfitinferno.com.

I've been working out at Crossfit Grover Beach for a while now and it's been a great experience…read more Ben has been really helpful in getting me introduced to the Crossfit community and the intricacies of the workouts. All of the workouts have been adjusted to my skill level and the trainers have given me the tools I need to reach my goals. The facility is great. Everything you would need (and more) in a gym. All in all, Crossfit is about community and Crossfit Grover breach is no exception. I highly recommend stopping by and getting to know the crew. You won't regret it!

I have been attending classes at Crossfit Grover Beach for over a year. I have certainly enjoyed…read moremy time at CFGB, especially after attending classes at the other local box, Obsidian Crossfit (would also rate them 4 out of 5). The atmosphere is a tad more laid-back than other crossfit gyms in the area. The owner personally trains the majority of classes, and is always available for, and receptive to, feedback. He has consistently added classes (or opened his gym early) when a demand rises from his clients. Crossfit Grover Beach (CFGB) has multiple trainers. Several of the trainers are former clients, who have received certification and now instruct, in addition to competing at an amateur level in local and national competition. These folks are supportive, helpful, and knowledgeable in fitness, nutrition, and general wellness. CFGB does earn a 4-star rating in my book, due to a negative performance in the 2013 Crossfit Open competition. The trainers did not pay close enough attention to the requirements for a complete movement, and their top athlete was disqualified from the open for this reason. That athlete has proven himself this year, and is on the road to redemption for the entire box' reputation. It was a simple thing, to look at the clarification in the rules, and ensure that all athletes met the requirement, but the company has taken steps to ensure better practices henceforth. :::Edit::: I don't know why my location is posted as "Hanford," I live in Oceano. That is all for this edit.

Mike and the coaches never seem to loose their energy to challenge you with the safest and most…read moreeffective workouts. I love the constant challenges in and out of the gym that build the comradery and the motivation to keep getting better. I have never liked or been consistent with weight training, but as I age, I have had to find something that would help me develop and keep strength. I look forward to (almost) every workout now. I wish I started sooner!

I've been coming here for several months, and while I had no previous expericne with CF anywhere…read moreelse, I had a lot of preconcived ideas and preejducies about it. That being said, nothing was like what I expceted. The coach, each one of them, along with every person I have met, and worked out alongside has been nothing but fantastic, nice, polite, warm, friendly, encouraging, and motivating. The atmosphere here is one of hard work, good time, healthy living, and functional fitness. My wife and I have random parts that ache or don't work right, and every coach is god about offering helpful modifications, and never criticizing or making me feel bad for not being able to do something. I love coming here and getting a great workout in, in a short period of time, as well as the joy I've found from seeing new friends and feeling like we're a part of a larger family. We've gone out drinking, BBQ'ing, etc. with some of the people we've met through ACF and I can't believe how much I like them and being a person who does CrossFit! I look forward to a long time of being able to grow stronger here and becoming better at what I do when I'm there.

If you want to get into shape- this is the place!!!!! I'm 67 years young and loving it!!!!read more

I've been going to this location for over a year now. As a longtime OTF member, I was missing my…read moreworkouts during the pandemic. Although COVID was still very much around in 2021, the gym reopened in the spring of that year. The COVID protocols were a bit funky... they required masks to enter the facility but once you were running on the treadmill, you could take them off?!? Didn't make sense to me. Anyhow, now that the mask mandate is over, it's kind of like "at your own risk". They offer wipes throughout the class (when switching groups) to sanitize the equipment for the next person. I do love the workout because I think it's the best bang for your buck, if you want an intense workout (mostly cardio) with about 15-20 minutes of strength training. You do a session on the treadmill (up to 30 minutes) of running at varied paces/inclines. Then a combination of rowing and strength training. I like to start on the treadmill. The bigger classes get split into three groups, with a 1/3 of the class starting on the treadmill, rower, or weight room. Bring a towel and water bottle!!! You will be dripping sweat by the end of it. The goal is to get at least 12 splat points (when your heart rate gets over 84%). To track this, you will have to buy the OTF heart monitor and you will see your progress on the screens around the room. The theory if you get 12+ splat points, you will burn extra calories over the next 24 hours. The coaches are all great. I especially like Sarah, Stephanie, and Jeff! They are all very encouraging during the workout. During the academic year, this location is filled with college girls from UCSB, just FYI. It's never hard to get into a class, and I usually wait until the morning of to book a class through their online app since there is a late cancellation policy if you don't cancel within 8 (?) hours of the scheduled class. I signed up for the Elite membership which gives me 8 classes a month, which works perfectly for me, as I do a lot of other forms of exercise. I love OTF and am glad it's part of my workout routine!!

I train with T. Marie at Oak and Iron Gym in Santa Maria, and I can honestly say it's worth every…read morepenny. This is a true private gym experience--no crowds, no waiting for equipment, no distractions. Just focused, intentional training. T. Marie is an excellent personal trainer: knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely invested in your progress. Workouts are tailored specifically to you, your goals, and your limits, not some cookie-cutter program. You can tell she actually cares about form, safety, and long-term results. Oak and Iron Gym itself is clean, well-equipped, and has a great atmosphere--professional but welcoming. If you're on the fence because of the price, don't be. The personalized attention and results make it absolutely worth it. Highly recommend T. Marie and Oak and Iron Gym to anyone serious about their fitness.

Hands down the best gym in Santa Maria. Oak & Iron is everything you want in a training space --…read moresuper clean, great lighting, high-end equipment, and a vibe that keeps you motivated. It's not just a gym, it's a community. Everyone here is focused and supportive, whether you're just getting started or deep into bodybuilding. The trainers know their stuff, and the environment is welcoming without being overcrowded. You can tell this place was built with intention. If you're serious about getting results, this is where you want to be.