Laura worked with me for about a year. She was able to quickly tailor workouts to what i wanted to…read moreaccomplish and she made it fun/not boring. I get bored easily but not when i had a session with Laura. She figured out how to motivate me to work harder without being overbearing or annoying. I still use her workouts that she designed to me. If you are looking for a fun, upbeat, effective and dynamic person to help you reach your fitness goals, go see Laura.

Laura is absolutely amazing! I started working with her over three years ago at the YMCA in…read moreBerkeley. She was assigned to me for my fitness orientation and thank goodness for that! She listens to you and develops an individual plan based on your fitness goals, target areas and schedule. You never get bored because she mixes cardio and strength training so you can get a lot done in a very short amount of time. Plus, she is fun to talk to while you train and is very encouraging throughout while recognizing your limits. I'm so excited that she has her own practice now so I can ditch my gym and come see her! I also did her half-marathon training program which I also recommend for any level of runner. When I started I could barely run a mile without having to stop several times...she did a really great job of choosing a pace time that worked for me and stressed the importance of not pushing yourself too hard at the beginning of the training process. She is a nationally ranked ultra-marathon runner herself so she really knows her stuff. Following her program, I completed my first half marathon -- not only way faster that I had thought -- but strong from start to finish. I definitely would not have been able to do it without her support and training! Yay Laura!

Great facilities, great staff, great programming, and a great group of people showing up day to…read moreday. I hadnt done any crossfit stuff before joining, and 7x7's new member onboarding program + just the general welcome vibe has made getting into it super easy. The staff leading classes is pretty uniformly good at striking the balance between "i know my shit" and "we're here to have a good time". Workouts are challenging, and vibes are fun.

Great gym, equipment and community. If you're training for something specific like Hyrox or just…read morelooking to push yourself out of your comfort zone, I highly recommend 7x7.

Did my first UrbanKick class with the fabulous Shane Barnard via Zoom today and it kicked my butt!…read more Great motivational music, solid HIIT workout and stellar instructor! I wasn't sure how I was going to feel about an online HIIT class but it was way more fun (and much harder) than I anticipated. Definitely worked up a good sweet and still feel shaken in my legs and abs. Would definitely repeat!

This time last year the world was flipped upside down, and I had no idea how much my life would…read morechange. Routines were thrown out the window, gyms were closed, and it wasn't until Emma W nudged me to try out this whole UrbanKick thing, and it was exactly what I needed to keep my workout routines going while sheltering in place! I cannot rave about how AMAZING Shane is in all her classes. Every class she brings the energy, good vibes, and whoops my butt with each and every HIIT class. I used to hate HIIT and it was Shane that made me fall in love with it. It was because of Shane's classes that I lost 15+lbs during quarantine, and it was the best I had felt physically in years. Working out at the gym religiously for the past 6 years, it was the change I needed to help shed those stubborn lbs! The 12pm workouts was what I looked forward to the most on weekdays, but as things started to open back up, I switched to Shane's 'On Demand' offerings for $24.99, which came around June/July. Having a library of classes was perfect because it allowed me to get back on my morning workout routine. Although it wasn't the same experience as watching it live, the workouts still kicked my butt! With gyms/fitness classes starting to open back up, I can't wait to experience an in-person class with Shane once it becomes available and safe to do so!

I've been attending Tracy's class for a while now and it's such a great way to start the day. Tracy…read moreis a wonderful teacher and leader. I definitely prefer working out in the park then going to a gym. It's a great workout and I always feel like I'm being challenged. One of the great things about Tracy is that she works well with everyone no matter if you are already in shape or just starting out and want to improve your health. Working out can be intimidating but Tracy makes everyone feel welcome. I've also met a lot of great people through this class too. Many thanks to Tracy for creating a unique and rigorous workout program that attracts so many great folks around SF.

Scenic Fit is fantastic. It's such a good workout and is varied every time, with the fresh air and…read morescenery of Golden Gate Park as a perfect backdrop and stomping ground. It definitely beats the interior of any gym! I was new to Bootcamp type fitness classes and I've learned so much, gotten stronger/fitter and enjoyed meeting new people over the past couple of years. Tracy is a helpful instructor and she keeps every session fun, while pushing you to do better and to challenge yourself. I mostly go at 6am but the flexibility of the hourly classes each morning suits every schedule. Highly recommended!

I joined Koi Fitness a little over 2 years ago. During COVID, indoor exercise classes just seemed…read moretoo reckless. I never expected my 6am bootcamp classes would become permanent and important part of my life. I was not fit. I could hardly finish a class when I first started. Stevan and Ryan have been so patient with me. I am still the last of the pack today but I never feel too much unnecessary pressure. Another great thing is the people I have met during these tough classes. Everyone is so genuine and kind. Really feel like a big family.

Stevan keeps you motivated and accountable and encourages you to progress and challenge yourself…read more You can enter this space with no fear of judgement. I have seen an improvement not only my fitness but in my confidence when exercising. His (and all the coaches) positive attitude and warmth really puts you at ease making exercise enjoyable and not intimidating. All of the classes are different (which keeps things exciting) and designed for varying fitness levels. The comradery at Koi is unmatched. Stevan has built an incredible community. If you're looking to for a community that will help you meet your goals and feel good, this is it.

I've been training with Mark for almost 10 years now. He's a one-man force of nature. I've gotten…read morestronger than I ever was before and built my endurance -- both mental and physical. Mark is incredibly creative in how he designs his workouts -- there's certainly a good selection of standard exercises, but he puts a big emphasis on mobility and combined exercises so that you built *ability* not just raw strength that you can only deploy at a machine. It feels like we're always learning new things, but Mark is also incredibly patient and kind. He pushes his students to be better in a way that's really effective.

I'm never bored with Mark and Alexis. They will create the…read moremost invigorating experience for your mind and body. You will exit Alter Center quick-witted and fast of foot after Muay Thai Kickboxing with Mark; and un-furled and centered after Pilates/Yoga/Dance with Alexis. They will also meet you anywhere in the city for outdoor adventures, so no need to keep on running on that same damn elliptical trainer, like a hamster on a wheel... Also, Mark and Alexis are so charming that you will come away with a couple new friends!

I first started seeing Nicolette for personal training in 2017 with the goal of getting stronger…read morefor my yoga practice. It was the first time that I ever saw a personal trainer and it was more or less my first time in a gym using weights. I didn't know what to expect and honestly was intimidated by the whole thing! But, with Nicolette's guidance and vast knowledge, I found myself loving our sessions. They were fun, challenging, and I quickly felt myself getting stronger by the week. She knows the body so well and I loved learning from her, whether it was about alignment or how muscles/body parts spoke to one another. Each session was as much a physical experience as it was educational. Beyond Nicolette being an incredible trainer, she's also a wonderful, charming, and intelligent person. Her dynamic education - from meditation, free movement, postural studies, to her work with Tonal - helps create a well rounded experience. Nicolette is constantly seeking out education, workshops, seminars, to deepen her knowledge of her craft, something I admire about her. She takes her work seriously and you just know you're in good hands. There really isn't anyone like Nicolette!

First - apologies to Nicolette for not writing this review sooner! 10 stars…read more I've been training with Nicolette since February of 2012 and have seen her in many different contexts - 1:1 personal training (for the past 8 years), bootcamps, leading wellness retreats, and as an instructor for Tonal. Nicolette will 100% kick your butt in the gym and help you stay on track to meet your goals. But she also takes the time to understand what is happening with you - she knows fitness and wellness isn't just what happens an hour(ish) a day in the gym, it's how your body is moving and what muscles are over and under-working, how you're eating, and what's stressing you out. She has given me the tools to improve in all of these areas. Nicolette has a drive for continuous learning and self-improvement that is unique in the training community and she's always able to share her learnings with her clients to drive better results. It's exciting to talk to her about the latest classes/intensive she attended to understand how our training will change based on what she learned. But most of the time, it's easy to just show up, put in the work, and know I'll get the results I want because her programs are epic. Lastly - she is amazing with understanding the body and helping you strengthen areas you didn't know were weak. If I told her during a movement my knee was hurting, she'd take a moment to question where on my knee, during what part of the movement and work through the source of the pain (hint - it's not the knee it's the surrounding muscles and fascia) and then doing quick releases or activations to get moving again pain free! Ok - over the past 8 years we've achieved a lot: * She encouraged me to run a half-marathon after I'd never even run a mile. I since have run 3 and still enjoy running. * Improved posture with really simple daily exercises * Got back on the volleyball court and worked on sport-specific strengthening * Strengthened muscles to help alleviate my recurring back-pain * She helped me lose weight and strengthen up for my wedding * And generally just kept up a strong fitness habit over many years I can't thank Nicolette enough - it was certainly not overnight, but she's changed my life!

I joined a friend's training session with Zach of Functional Fitcamps at her local gym a couple…read moreweeks ago and it was so motivating. Zach was able to squeeze so much information and exercise into the hour we had together without moving too fast, or pushing us too hard. My friend and I were at different fitness levels and he was able to help us adjust each exercise to what would benefit us most individually. He knows the body and mind very well and knows how they need to work together to achieve the most in a session which is why I will book with him anytime I'm in the San Francisco area. I was sore for a couple days (which to me is the sign of an excellent work out) and was able to practice some of the same techniques he taught us on my own when I arrived back in LA. Thank you, Functional Fitcamps! See you again soon! PS: He also does fitness for kids, and after working in child development for 8 years, can tell he posses the qualities to be awesome at it! We need more focus on teaching our youth how to stay active for a lifetime! Big ups Zach!

What a great workout! Zach is a great trainer, and was able to come up with a quick and effective…read moreworkout for the short amount of time I had to spend with him. My whole body was sore the next day! It was great!