This review is long overdue. I've been coming here since September 2025 -- first for pilates, and now also a gym member. Pilates: I love attending the reformer classes, particularly Alba's and Jessica's, but I've attended most if not all of the instructors' classes and they've all been great. The weekend classes do get kind of quick so it's better to book in advance. Gym: Clean, never packed (at least when I go). I always find space to stretch with no issue and have never had to wait for what I need. People put their weights back. There are spray bottles and cloths to wipe what you use after. The bathrooms are clean, and the red light sauna is a treat (honestly my deciding factor for adding the membership lol). I've yet to use the cold plunge or the showers. You get $10 off when you have more than 1 membership. I had a billing issue in the beginning and they were very responsive and helpful. All together I pay $164/mo for both. The lack of a parking lot is a mild inconvenience, but street parking is hardly an issue with all the residential streets with free parking around Park. Great gym!! read more

This gym is hands down one of the best I've been to. It's always clean, well-organized, and equipped with everything you need--plenty of machines, free weights, and space to work out comfortably. Even during busy hours, it never feels overcrowded. The staff is friendly, professional, and genuinely welcoming. You can tell they care about creating a positive environment for all fitness levels. The atmosphere is motivating without being intimidating, which makes it easy to stay consistent. I can't recommend my personal trainer (Katherine) and Rise highly enough! From day one, they've been professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in my progress. Every workout is well-structured, challenging, and tailored to my goals and fitness level. They push me just the right amount while always making sure my form is correct and that I'm training safely. If you're looking for a trainer who is reliable, encouraging, and results-driven, this is absolutely the one. Worth every penny! read more

Been at this gym for over a year and love it! It's an amazing price with all the equipment I need. You can also do Pilates, group training, yoga, and cold plunge/sauna here. Gym is fairly well maintained and has a community feel. Parking can be a little difficult sometimes but overall, I highly recommend this spot. read more

I have a shoulder and knee injury and hired Erin, a personal trainer, to help rebuild my muscle while modifying around these injuries. She is really good at helping me regain my strength and modifying on the fly if something hurts. The app that she uses is very user-friendly, and the will be available to me, even if I working out with her at some point. This is one of the benefits of having an in-person trainer vs an online trainer. I'm finding that my form is much better since I have somebody right there correcting it on the spot. read more

I needed a health reboot. Rise has been an excellent choice - great facility and a great trainer who listens to what I need. Highly recommended if you are getting back into any kind of exercise training. read more

I had no idea until just recently that massages are offered here to nonmembers! I had a 90 minute massage with Alexandra and it was one of the better massages I've ever had. Alexandra was wonderful - personable, professional, and had the perfect pressure - always checking in to make sure I was comfortable. I definitely plan to rebook! read more

The ART sessions are fantastic. John is very knowledgeable about the body and is always able to help in my recovery. It is so easy to make an appointment and I like paying up front. I have never been disappointed in the type of care I have received. It is always a great value. read more

I've been to a bunch of gyms--24 Hour Fitness, City Sports Club--but Rise Bodyworks is by far my favorite. The atmosphere is so welcoming, and it doesn't have that bro-y vibe you find at other places. I'm into weightlifting, and the equipment here is great. I also tried their HIIT classes, and they're awesome--challenging but fun, with great trainers. Plus, the cold plunge is a lifesaver after a tough workout. If you want a gym with good energy, friendly people, and everything you need for fitness and recovery, this is the spot. read more

Rise Bodyworks - Pilates Near Me - Alameda, California

I come here for my sports massage. I've been here four times for my massage with Paul. Paul has over 15 years of experience. Every time after my massage, I feel amazing and so much lighter. It's really difficult to find a skillful healer like Paul. I highly recommend Paul to anyone. read more

Rise has been my gym home since it opened. Clean workout spaces. High quality and state of the art workout equipment. An abundance of free weights. Greeted when you walk-in. Areas to stretch, do yoga, and a room dedicated to pilates Reformer. Three massage rooms, that happen to come with excellent, knowledgeable, and professional massage therapists. This gym is for people who workout, not for people looking to post Instagram photos. While at the same time, Rise is proud of its diverse membership -color, shape, gender, age, and ability levels. If you're looking for the ideal gym, with massage and chiropractic, sauna and cold plung, with expert level East Bay trainers, then it's time to RISE. read more

Rise is a great, clean gym with a large cardio area and 2 floors of ample lifting space with machines, free weights and plenty of rogue racks. The downstairs locker room had a great update with an ice plunge and sauna. Their classes are fun, intense and really make you feel like you spent your time wisely. specifically, Mario's Sunday 8am HIIT class and Saturday's 10:30 Free Weight class with Sharon. Mario's class is fast, hard and makes you pleasantly sore the next day. Sharon's class on Saturday's fun and challenging in a much different way. I would liken it to a "intro to weight lifting" but even a more experienced lifter will be challenged. Both instructors have multiple classes during the week that are worth the time to check out. read more

Nice location, nice people and decent equipment. Good selection of classes; I usually attend the HIIT class, and the HIIT/yoga class is great. read more

Too small Too expensive No classes are included with the membership fee. Sauna smells weird Locker room floors are always wet read more

I have been getting ART massages with Alexandra for the last 6 months. It has greatly helped with chronic pain and fascia adhesions. She is very talented and kind! read more

Great body work with straight talk and good advice for recovery. This place is top notch!

Sharing a recommendation for Mario Bongiovanni as an awesome personal trainer. I worked with him to build my workout program back up after an injury. He helped with developing a strong routine and mental approach for success. Rise has a lot of fantastic trainers and staff, and Mario is an all-star among them. read more

A Great Gym and trainers in the Alameda downtown area. Mario is one of the trainers that my social circle is familiar with and recommend.

RISE Bodyworks is my go-to spot for a deep tissue massage, active release sports therapy, and chiropractic work. Paul worked wonders today, Sunday, 9/8/24. I have a bad shoulder from 14 years of competitive swimming and I strained my hip from squatting too much at CrossFit. Paul immediately noticed where I was feeling it and I feel so much relief. Also, Kiko is amazing if you're looking for a real deep tissue massage. My parents and I see Kiko whenever we need miracles to happen and for maintenance work. The gym is clean and the hand soap smells like heaven. Thank you RISE for your dedication to the community and for your excellent customer service. I'm so grateful to have you in my back pocket. read more

The Rise team is the best at what they do. A group of genuine people and they care about what they do. I'm a fan

Rise Bodyworks is the perfect gym for me with a fair monthly rate, a variety of equipment, good space, ample locker rooms, several group classes and best of all, great personal trainers. I came to Rise very green, and had the good luck to be partnered with Mario as my personal trainer. He is fantastic. As an older man with no prior gym experience and low upper body strength, I was concerned any trainer would try to kill me with workout routines. Mario was amazing. He asked about my goals, listened to me, put me through a few baseline exercises, identified my areas for improvement (and there were/are many) and designed a program that showed me how to safely exercise, helped me improve, and pushed me just the right amount, allowing me to retain my dignity and helping me build my confidence. He was a perfect match for me. Even though he is decades younger than me, he understood my limitations, and used that as a starting point, to build from. He encouraged my progress, helped me with my technique, and listened to my desires and concerns. Mario pretty much walks on water in my book. All the rest of the staff at Rise is friendly, helpful, and supportive. It has been nothing but a positive experience for me, so if you're looking for a gym, and a fantastic personal trainer, I strongly recommend Rise Bodyworks, and Mario. You can't go wrong. read more

I saw John Beall for a nagging wrist and toe joint injury. His ART therapy really improved my range of motion and helped reduce the pain I was having. He is all about helping you get back to doing what you love, whether it's sports, lifting or any other activity! He's our families go to guy for any sport related injury! read more

From pilates and chiropractic services to massage tables and an ice bath, Rise has it all. They truly do bodywork. Thank you!

Been part of Rise since the beginning! Still the best gym in Alameda because of the trainers and friends I've made. Pilates Reformer is the best deal in town as well--compare for yourself. And Dr. Beall is a great chiropractor/ART practitioner. LOVE Love love. (That's me in the center of the group photo.) read more

I've been getting chiropractic care with John for the past couple weeks & massage with Aleta. I love the vibe here, personable & easy going, not to mention effective. I was involved in an accident & John & Aleta both have been so effective on my neck, shoulders, & back. read more

Great personal experience. Sharon has been my trainer for almost a year. Every session has some variations so as to effectively strengthen and improve my movements. Easy online appointments. read more

This is a great gym if you're into free weights. The main weightlifting floor has a decent amount of free weight equipment and machines, including 4 squat racks, bumper plates and even some specialty equipment like a safety squat bar and belt squat machine. There's also an upstairs area which is usually available and has a few other equipment and open space for stretching. There's probably 20-30 people during peak weekday afternoon hours, which while busy is not uncomfortably crowded like certain other gyms. Equipment is usually still available or only requires a short wait. There's a good number of serious lifters here, and people seem respectful and are generally good with re-racking. A small issue is that some weight stacks are behind or adjacent to squat racks or benches and may be awkward to get to, and that small 2.5-10 lb plates may be scattered across different racks throughout the gym. The billing seems fairly straightforward as well, I haven't had any billing surprises after several years. The only thing to note is that you do need to give a 30-day notice before the next billing date to cancel. (This review reflects my experience up until July 2024 - I'm not sure if any changes have been made between then and the time of posting.) read more

Love the HIIT workout classes with Jordan and Clarence. Clarence's class is great for beginners and can be easily modified to be harder/easier. Jordan will really push you and take you to the next level. Both instructors have super fun playlists and a keen attention to detail. The gym also has machines, equipment, locker rooms, and a sauna. Def recommend this local community gym. read more

Just had a training session with Mario. Mario knows weightlifting! He took the time to explain the little things that really make a difference. Slight adjustments to my technique that I could feel immediately. Awesome! read more

Training with Mario as a coach has given me the confidence and fundamentals to build the habit and an effective routine for working out regularly, and improve my overall lifestyle. Thank you! read more

very nice local gym, not too busy, good environment. definitely recommend to anyone who needs a quick lift, in and out. has all the equipment you need read more

Rise has great variety of classes including the Sunday HIIT class with Mario which is both tough and fun. Mario knows how to push you so you actually feel like you worked your butt off for the hour long class. read more

I enjoy the professionalism and community vibe at Rise Bodyworks. I have been working with my personal trainer Katherine Lovejoy for a couple of years and she expertly tailors my workouts to meet my specific needs. Katherine is passionate about personal fitness and she is devoted to making sure she is giving her clients the best workout for them, based on the most updated information in her field. And, she is a joy to be with as I stretch my limits! I highly recommend Rise Bodyworks and especially Katherine as a trainer. read more

I love pilates, but i haven't been to a class in quite some time. There are apx 10 reformers in the second floor. It's a cool gym. They've got Cardio machines, weights, and lots of types of classes. I can't wait to try some more. read more

Gym is small and overly crowded. Removed many machines and areas for paid classes. Preferred the old alameda athletic club and new ownership and staff are more into selling their additional services. Cancellation process was a pain as they force you to do so in person with no confirmation of cancellation or when you're last billing will be. Underperforming gym and staff read more

Quiet, clean, all the equipment you'd expect. Convenient having the massage/PT and body work on site as well.

Clean and conveniently located. This well equipped gym has everything we were looking for in a gym. Lots of equipment downstairs, and plenty of cardio and classroom options upstairs. Nice showers, a sauna, a cold plunge and plenty of lockers. All for an excellent monthly rate. Recommend! read more

Recent photos of the facility after an upgrade. Don't forget RiseBodyworks has Cold Plunge & Hot Sauna. read more

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Sauna, Cold plunge, weights, cardio and friendly staff. I think best part is it's clean and is never crazy packed!

The trainers and people here are awesome and super kind. Going to Rise is better than chruch because its not that busy. PS catherine and Cyrus are the best trainers ever. you should give Rise a try read more

I've been going to Rise ever since I moved to Alameda just a few months ago. When looking for a gym on the East End, there really aren't a ton of options, but of the options available, I felt Rise was the closest option to what I used to go to in the city. In terms of the gym itself, there's a decent amount of equipment and things are pretty well-spaced out given the crowd at the gym (For reference, I'm speaking only to early mornings on the weekdays and mornings on weekends which are both not very crowded). From a cleanliness perspective, the gym isn't cleaned all too often and this can be seen on some of the weights, benches, racks, and even the floors themselves (I've never actually seen staff clean the gym). In addition to this, they do not provide towels when working out, so you must bring your own. On a final note, the bathrooms aren't the cleanest (wouldn't recommend using the showers) and there is only a single window to the outside on the ground level which makes it quite dark inside. All in all, the gym has the equipment that you need, isn't the cleanest inside, but is the best option on the East End given the other options available. read more