I have been training with Jerimiah Mahan for almost a year. I am a stay at home mom who got back…read moreinto gym after a 4 year hiatus. Like most women, I love to do cardio. I was honestly afraid of weightlifting because I was worried that I would start to look like one of those meatheads you always see at the gym, lifting too much weight and grunting. I was told that weightlifting would actually burn more fat & calories than just doing cardio exercises. I decided to give it a try and I discovered that I LOVE weightlifting. Jerimiah is an excellent trainer. He is positive and supportive, all the time. He is very encouraging and wants me to push myself every workout. What really impressed me about Jerimiah is his knowledge about weightlifting and the body. If I tell him my back is sore, he knows what stretches to do to help relieve that, and reasons behind it. He is full of information and I am lucky to have a trainer to knows so much, yet at the same time is constantly taking classes to learn more. He has helped me tone up and build muscle and realize that strong is the new skinny.

Seriously, this place is awesome. This is where you need to go if you want to get fit…read more My main hobby has always been adult ballet classes. About a year ago I started training at a local gym to get stronger for dance. I struggled with figuring out what to do at the gym. I sort of just bounced between machines with no focus. It wasn't efficient and I was struggling to see results. The only times I ever got a great workout in, is when I worked with a trainer. Working with a trainer is great, but can be very pricey. Long story short, I've heard of CrossFit many times and was always intrigued. I knew that CrossFit provided a "workout of the day". This is what I wanted. I was tired of guessing what I should do at the gym. I love that I can show up, do the scheduled workout, feel great, and go home. CrossFit may seem expensive, but it is a great value. You always have a coach there to help you with your form, and the workouts are planned. It's basically the same as working with a trainer, but you're in a class environment, which is very motivating. So I decided to go and try a class at Sonoma Strength Academy. I was pretty nervous, it seemed very intimidating. The owner Beejan (who is extremely helpful) reached out to me and encouraged me to try a class. He found out I was a nurse and informed me that they offer a great discount for nurses! After just one class, it was obvious that this place is extremely welcoming to new people. It was also clear that all fitness levels are welcome. Every workout can be scaled. So literally anyone can do the daily workouts. The coaches will show you the modifications that you can do. The head coach Chuck encouraged me to take "on-ramp" classes with him (which I recommend doing). Taking these classes helped me learn the basic foundational movements of CrossFit. I was able to feel more confident when I joined regular classes. Chuck is a fantastic coach who has helped me tremendously since I've started (and he has great taste in music). You can tell he cares about the members and their progress. The other coach I've worked with since starting is Jessica, she's so amazingly helpful. She's very encouraging to new people (such as myself) and has also given me great tips about recovery at home. You can tell she's passionate about being a coach. The location is a great and the gym is huge. Right now during the pandemic, the workouts are being performed outside. Which has been going smoothly (I actually really love exercising outside). I heard that they have plans to move their already large gym, into an even larger building right next door. Also- there is plenty of parking here, which is very convenient. The gym has new owners, and it appears that they are putting their heart and soul into making improvements to this establishment. I have not been a member for long, but I can tell this CrossFit gym is going places. Every class I attend I leave I feeling stronger. The people who attend this gym are friendly and welcoming. There is a real sense of camaraderie and community. I'm glad I found this place! I plan on sticking around for many years to come.

I found my new box!…read more I have been doing CrossFit for about 2 years. I left my other box due to disagreements on the training and programming. I took 6 months off while doing the traditional gym route. After missing the rush and encouragement I got from CrossFit, I decided to find another family that fit my goals and style. I tried a couple of others before I found Sonoma Strength Academy. They are adequately equipped and the size is large enough to allow the classes to have enough room to not be on top of each other. It is relatively clean and the training is great. I love the evening class times and the price was the least expensive in Santa Rosa for 3 times a week. Chuck does a great job making you feel welcome and coaching you through the workouts. He will correct your form and give you tips to be more efficient. The workouts include strength, cardio, and agility and he throws in mobility work also. It is fun and challenging every time I go. Unless something changes, I have found my long term, workout family.

I just dropped in, but I wish I lived in Sebastopol so I could work out here! Friendly, welcoming…read morecoaches and athletes. The gym is my style-- rugged, but new high quality equipment. The programming was spot on and I really appreciate a box where people actually write down their scores on the whiteboard. I'm so going back. Oh, bonus-- the coach validated my 18.3 score within hours. Be back soon!

Love this place! Great trainers, friendly people and very challenging workouts.read more

Knowledgeable and friendly instructors. Love the workout and such a clean and great place to work…read moreout!

Kayla is such an amazing instructor! Despite it being my first time she was super helpful,…read morewelcoming, and such an easy person to talk to! Her instructions were clear and i appreciated how she had modified workouts and advanced. The place is clean and has so many cute items for one to shop for :). Cannot wait to come back.

UPDATE: Over 20…read moreyears in fitness, I've never stayed with a personal trainer longer than one year. 5yrs later, I am still here. I know I can't get his workouts anywhere else. No one has been able to whip me into shape like LP has and I've kept the weight off. There is no one else! There's a method to his madness and his workouts are methodically calculated for dialed in results. He shows up every day for us. No one has pushed me as hard as he has. And this is all for the greater good. If I go MIA, he checks in with me. He truly holds me accountable as any coach should. He's in a tier all on his own though. A tier of shear excellence. His results are amazing and are life changing. Everyone in his studio is an athlete. Thank you so much coach.

Somehow 8 months have gone by and I can say without any doubt that Team LP is AMAZING! I can't…read moreimagine going back to whatever I was calling "working out". Sure, I had a gym membership, actually many memberships and personal trainers but the inevitable would happen and I would make excuses for not going. No more!!! I've been going 5-6 days a week for eight months and have NEVER had the same workout twice! No joke. Everyone is welcoming, supportive and all around nice. I look forward to going everyday. It's not a regular gym where you show up whenever you want. You sign up online and show up ready for a great workout. It's challenging but 100% doable if your committed. After a few months I convinced my wife to try it out. She didn't think she would be up to it. Now, she too goes almost everyday. The only thing we wish to be different is that we would have stopped in years ago! I'm not in my 20's anymore but physically feel that great everyday! LP- you are truly the best, thank you!!

Overall, they are trying and doing a good job! Staff is great!…read more Getting into yoga classes is impossible, no classes for older adults, unfortunately. Sauna etiquette should really be enforced, please! People go inside fully dressed in shoes! Scrub and brush the hair! (hopefully someone vacuums there)

I've been coming here for almost a year now and have loved all of the classes and amenities the gym…read morehas to offer! The staff is also really nice. It's never too busy which is great! I'm able to use the machines I need without having to wait like I did at other gyms. The only thing holding this place back from being a five star gym is the cleanliness. For the amount you pay per month your think it would be a lot cleaner than it really is. It doesn't take much paying attention to notice how grimy the carpets are or how badly the water fountains need a good a clean. I've been too all the other (cheaper) gyms in town and can say that they they were cleaner than this place. I wish they'd put some more effort into cleaning beyond taking out the trash and restocking towels. A good deep clean is definitely needed

This gym is amazing. The Owner Ryan Parker is by far one of the best trainer's I have come across…read more He is patient, knowledgeable and motivating. I am a new mom and I suffered throughout my postpartum journey. I dipped my toes into working out with Parker and I am so grateful I did. Dani, is another trainer who works at this gym. She is the epitome of how hard work in the gym pays off. She is dedicated to her healthy lifestyle and in return it's contagious with her peers. I very much enjoy working out with her and appreciate her patience. This gym is hands down the best I have ever come across.

Excellent experience at CrossFit NorthGate. The coaches are truly high-class, extremely…read moreexperienced, and genuinely care about every member. Their attention to technique, safety, and individual progress really stands out. Ryan Parker, the head coach and owner, is exceptional. He is highly knowledgeable, approachable, and always helpful. He truly cares in a way that is rare and very different from many other places I have trained at before. You can feel his commitment to the community and to helping each athlete improve, no matter their level. I have been doing CrossFit since 2010 and have trained at boxes in various countries. CrossFit NorthGate is easily one of the best gyms I have ever worked out at. The coaching quality, programming, and overall atmosphere are outstanding. Highly recommended.

Trained with Alex for 9 months after an old back injury returned with a vengeance. First 3 months…read morewere in conjunction with a physical therapist (2nd PT after a year of disappointing experiences with Kaiser). He knew exactly what to do to build my core, protect my injury and gain strength and fitness. Some of his exercises were exactly what the physical therapist had me do, but he also had his own that took me even further than physical therapy. My back position is key to therapy and exercising without injury - Alex had laser vision to make sure I didn't deviate. I'm now stronger than ever, working out regularly and more importantly, living without pain. My only regret is that I didn't find Alex sooner after my injury recurrence (or better yet, prior to the recurrence). BTW, I've had multiple trainers in different cities over the years - nobody has come close to Alex's expertise. Icing on the cake is he is funny, smart and a real pleasure to spend time with. Highly recommend!

Been going here on and off for over 10 years now and 100% of the time I get a Fantastic workout…read morethat's challenging and fun all at the same time. The energy and coaching of all the instructor's is unmatched. I'm also in the best shape of my life thanks to Luma!

I have been a member for the past year and it has made a big difference in my strength, stamina and…read morebalance. It is a friendly and inviting fitness center that makes me always feel welcome!

Clean fun and all women.... Kim the owner is amazing and truly cares about your health!read more

I've been a member here for almost 4 years and I love it! The atmosphere is positive and upbeat…read more Coaches are encouraging and help to find options that work for everyone. The fact that I can track my progress on the Orangetheory app is very motivating for me. I also enjoy the fun challenges and contests that are offered. An OTF workout is always the best way to start my day.

Get off the couch and get your butt in here. Great motivating staff, clean organized and uplifting…read more Member for 6 years strong. Love it here. Will