I started taking a training class over the summer to prepare for the She Is Beautiful 5k and this…read moregroup motivated me to get back to working out! After a long day at work and not wanting to do anything, just simply jumping in the pool and having instructors and owners, Bre and Travis, lead a workout changes my mood! I love the bootcamp and wave maker series. The workouts are about 45 minutes and easy sign ups on the Mind Body app. Come join us for a class!

In the 90's I used to take water aerobics classes regularly at the Red Lion and later, The Plunge…read more Both were in outdoor pools, which I prefer, but alas, water aerobics classes are no longer offered in those two pools and to my knowledge there is no outdoor pool near downtown that offers water aerobics. The Y on Hitchcock feels crowded and hot. The pool bottom at Vista del Monte is seriously slanted, so I always slide into the deep end. So, it's been 2 decades since I've taken a water fitness class in town and had given up on finding a water-based workout for myself in Santa Barbara. Cut to last month, when I was having lunch with a friend and she mentioned her Wavemakers class at Anderson Aquatics. I knew about Anderson Aquatics, which was purchased by the Andersons, a nice young couple. I remembered the pool from the early 80's, when I got certified for SCUBA in that pool. My memory of the pool was that it was dark and kinda dank... okay for a short course in dive certification, but not where I'd want to go for a regular fitness class. My friend spoke very highly of the class and pool though, as well as the Andersons, who own the business and teach the classes, and she invited me to a Wavemakers class. So, I went and the remodeled pool at Anderson Aquatics is great!!! It's super clean and is so light and airy, it feels larger than I remembered the Diver's Den pool. Maybe it's because the roof admits light, so the whole pool environment, while indoors, feels fresh and open. The temperature of the pool is 92, making it easy to step into on a cold December day. At the same time, it doesn't ever feel too hot when you're working hard. I totally enjoyed my first class and immediately signed up for more by buying a pack of 10 classes for $180! It's easy to buy passes and book classes through the MindBody app on your phone. The process is to reserve a spot in a class through the app in advance, since some classes can fill up. Cancellations must be within 24 hours to avoid being charged for the class. The next thing to figure out is where to park! If you're going to be a regular, the trick is to buy an annual waterfront parking pass through the city's waterfront department. For $145 you buy a waterfront parking permit for the year that lets you park in 9 waterfront lots, including the Garden Street lot, which is right next to Anderson Aquatics. Passes are good from the time of purchase through December 31 of each year. So far, I've only taken classes from Travis and they've been a solidly good workout and fun. He hasn't repeated any workouts. Nothing has felt too easy, formulaic or routine. He's also changed up the music for each class, playing lots of old rock and funk. (I love the funk!) The Wavemakers class is senior friendly. Even so, my Apple watch finds the class to be a good workout, logging about 275-300 moves (calories) and 45 minutes of exercise per Wavemakers class. Having lost over 120 pounds in the last 2 years, I monitor my Apple Fitness rings closely, and the Wavemakers class certainly meets my fitness goals. There are some other classes that I haven't tried yet. Water yoga and one called S'WET, that sounds like a tougher workout. All the different classes and their different prices are described on the Anderon Aquatics website. The owners, Travis and Breanna, are super nice and the other participants are friendly. Participants have brought persimmons, avocados and cookies to share with the class! It's a welcoming vibe throughout. The pool and pool area are both very clean and organized. The classes are fun and challenging and usually end in some friendly competition with blow-up balls. There are cubbies by the pool area where you can store your personal items. There are also 2 showers by the pool. Each shower has a door and private changing area. The restrooms also have an accessible shower. On a side note, hubby and I have really enjoyed having a waterfront parking pass in the few weeks since I bought it. The pass has substantially changed our walking workouts with the dog. We used to go to Shoreline or try to score a free spot at Leadbetter and then walk from there. Now, we can go all the way down to the skatepark or the Harbor and walk from there. The first day with the pass, we parked at the Harbor and walked to the end of the wharf, where we grabbed some chowder before walking back. It was such a nice walk, we wondered why it's been decades since we bought an annual waterfront pass. I realized it was because I had stopped taking water fitness classes! I'm so thankful my friend invited me to a class, and set me in motion to get back into water fitness classes, which I love so much. I expect to be a regular at Anderson Aquatics for some time to come! Come join us!

Simpatico is the best! I have been working with an instructor both in private and group apparatus…read moreclasses for a few years now. The studio has a great energy, and the owner is very accommodating and friendly. I've had a wonderful experience with the people, as well as a more toned pilates body! Highly recommend!

I love Simpatico. I tried a private Pilates lesson for the first time with Mindy Horwitz (owner of…read moreSimpatico) and have been a client now for about 7 months. Now, I have always worked out, and stayed in good shape. I naturally have a very boyish figure (straight up and down, no curves). After doing Pilates at Simpatico and really learning how to use the correct muscles, I have to say that for the first time ever I HAVE A WAIST!!! No other type of exercise program has gotten me the results I've achieved at Simpatico. Thank you Mindy! Simpatico is a wonderfully clean, calm, nurturing studio. The staff and other instructors ROCK! The Will Power & Grace classes are also amazing - its a nice way to really sweat and burn calories and use Pilates-esc graceful movements!!!! If you do Pilates at all, I highly recommend checking out Simpatico Pilates and Gryotonic Studio in Santa Barbara, CA!!!!

To say that Kevin has had an enormously positive impact on my life would be an understatement. I…read morestarted training with Kevin in January of 2023 and now typing this on NYE 2023 I can say, with utmost certainty, that I am in the best shape of my life. Kevin has helped me learn how to train, build muscle(some I don't even know I had), exercise safely and stay motivated. Only to name a few of the many things I have learned and continue to learn from Kevin. He has also helped me with diet, sleep and has in general improved my overall mental health. His facility is private, clean and conveniently located. I truly look forward to my bi weekly sessions and Kevin has a great balance of pushing me while also keeping the sessions fun and dynamic. He is very knowledgeable about bio hacking, anatomy and does a great job explaining what's going on(muscle groups, reactions etc). These two photos are about a year apart. I really didn't ever think I would be in this good shape and it has improved my confidence immensely. I'm very much looking forward to next year and taking it to the even next level with Kevin!

Originally started working out with Kevin a little over a year ago to improve my posture, but now I…read morecontinue to go for so much more. Having two young kids and a demanding job, working out easily falls out of the routine. Kevin keeps me accountable and creates a workout space that is challenging, enjoyable, and keeps me coming back for more. He is always flexible with my busy schedule to make sure that I can get my workouts in every week to stay consistent. I feel stronger and healthier than ever, which has become ever more important when my 3 year old refuses to get off my shoulders walking around the Zoo. Kevin also goes beyond solid workouts, offering nutrition advice and questioning what my goals are for the week to focus on all aspects of my personal health. I appreciate everything Kevin at Resilience Personal Training has done for me and recommend highly to anyone looking to feel better every day.

I love this place; they offer relaxing classes that really help me unwind. After a class, I feel…read moreenergized and ready to take on the day. I used to go to Pilates and Or in Santa Barbara, and this studio was really challenging, and I was completely exhausted after class, but I'm sure it helped me build a lot of muscle and lose fat. I decided to switch to this studio because it's a better fit for me and it brightens my day.

Love the experienced instructors, friendly and supportive front desk folks, clean equipment, the…read moremusic, and other members.

I went for my first class today. The staff and other people taking the class with me were friendly…read moreand helpful. I liked the apparatus and found the adjustability quite helpful. I'll definitely be continueing their brand of slow thoughtful movement that really works the muscles. I needed a non-boring upper body workout and I found my place!

Great experience! Very friendly atmosphere and challenging workout! Will definitely return!read more

Took a tour and liked the gym. Owner, Johnni, was very knowledgeable. Nice and easy to walk to.read more

I love this gym. I'm here everyday with my friends and we couldn't ask for better equipment! No…read morematter if it's legs, chest, shoulders, arms whatever it may be!

What a great workout! I was visiting for a work conference and it was pouring rain, but I went into…read morethe flooded streets to go stretch and shake and sweat here. I am so glad I did! The entire workout was worth it! My uber was $40 and I am not even mad because the workout was fabulous.

I was visiting Santa Barbara and decided to drop in for a class. The instructor and students were…read moreincredibly welcoming and the pace of instruction was challenging in all of the right ways for Lagree.

This 24 hour gym was great, met all my needs. Really a no frills gym. This gym is affiliated with…read morethe hotel I was staying at, The Kimpton Canary, free access with a daily QR code to scan on your phone. I'm an early bird gym rat, I was there doing Cardio at 5:00AM. The 4 days I workout there, at that time there were only 2 people working out and I felt very safe. I entered through a scan from a QR code that gave me a punch code number. When you walk in it is much bigger than it looks from the outside. The gym has plenty of towels, disinfectant spray bottles, vending machines if you need drinks, 3 large restroom and I believe I saw showers plus free Wifi. I like riding the bikes which were on the second floor. I had a view of the entire gym. I noticed people were very conscious in wiping down the benches after they were used. Great Gym if you are visiting, want to work out daily, weekly.

Excellent gym; everything you need. A lot bigger than it looks from the outside. Great for…read moretravelers: as of Jan. 2026, you can buy a day pass for $20, $50 for a week, or $90 for month; downloaded the app and get in with your phone. Or, free if staying at the Virginia or Milo hotel; see hotel front desk for info. They also have weekly and monthly passes. Free parking at the REI behind. I forgot my water, but they have a water fountain and vending machine where you can buy bottles of water with your phone or credit card. Great find!