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2.9 mi

Probable the best fitness classes I've been to! The staff are super friendly and the exercises are…read moreincredibly diverse. I started coming here because the timings for most places didn't fit my schedule, but they offer classes at 6am! And the fact that other people are there exercising and suffering with me is great! I get a good sweat going and there are coffee shops nearby, so I can grab a cup and head straight to work. Highly recommended if working out alone really isn't your thing. They really accommodate to each individual the best they can.

If you want to sweat and see change, this is the place to be. Located in a kung fu studio, Restore…read moreFitness incorporates body conditioning, cardio and some kickboxing so you can get a full body workout. I've been going to the classes at least once a week and every single time, I come out sore (which is a great feeling cause you know your muscles are working!). I sweat like a mofo and I love it. They tend to alternate between different workouts, so you're not doing things that are repetitive. Each class varies, which is a good thing in my book! Bring on the abs for summer!!!

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F45 Training

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2.7 mi

Tried our first F45 class today with Al. It was such an awesome work out and he really motivated us…read moreto push ourselves. Can't wait to be back and try more classes.

So excited that F45 West LA finally opened!! Everything is clean, all new equipment, water station,…read morepost-workout lounge. Heard they'll have a cafe and sauna soon too! The best part is there's designated PARKING. Phenomenal coaches are what make the workout. Took my first class today with Coach Jasmin and Coach Al who motivated me through the HIIT sweat sesh. Feeling accomplished and ready to start my weekend!

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F45 Training Culver City

4.8

(76 reviews)

2.0 mi

I've been to countless F45s, but this location is in a league of its own. From day one, it felt…read moreless like a gym and more like home. The coaches are incredible--not only are they knowledgeable and provide constant, high-level feedback, but they are also genuinely kind people you'd actually want to hang out with. Moving away was heartbreaking; honestly, I'd move back just for this studio. I'm going to miss this community immensely. One of my favorite parts is the outdoor space, so you get your choice of an outdoor or indoor workout. Love it!

Loved the dual class indoors and outdoors simultaneously. They have bug spray, sunscreen, dog bowl…read morefor water. Lots of towels for visitors use. The outdoor space is lovely with the sun sail, speakers stations. I love that all equipment has the same branding from the weights to the kettlebells to the art paints. They have a very big community feel with weekly events and even movie nights outdoors. Parking is paid meters or free on the side streets. Definitely will be back!

All equipment is in f45 branding!

Bug spray sunscreen water bowl for dogs

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Lovely theme equipment too

Orangetheory Fitness

4.5

(116 reviews)

0.2 mi

This Orangetheory location happens to be my favorite lately for my stepdaughter and I to attend…read moreduring the summer months while she's in town because the classes are packed with a natural hype, has a great cardio blended with free weights workout, and we really like taking Shayne's motivated classes. It also helps that their front desk staff like Quincy who helped me over the phone was phenomenal in helping me book classes that I needed. Love this Orangetheory!

From the moment you enter the club, everyone is friendly, knowledgeable and the fantastic coaches…read moreare very encouraging throughout the entire workout! Def two thumbs up and the front desk staff managed by Quincy, sets the welcoming tone throughout! So glad I joined this diverse members' fun and challenging club. And a facility network that I can use while traveling too!

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SixPax Gym

(310 reviews)

2.1 mi

I've joined a lot of gyms over the years (I'm 82). I kept passing SIX PAK on Sepulveda but finally…read morestopped by about a year ago and signed up. Yes, it is expensive but worth it. Professional trainers are with you all the time during your 30 minute session, unlike gyms where you are left to figure out what you're doing. I'm there 3 times a week and if I have an appointment at VA or similar they adjust the schedule with a simple text. Working with expert trainers whose favorite expression is "Good, Five More." keeps you moving for the whole session. The owner, Siavash Fashi, is an interesting personality and is usually around, Talk to him, or any of the trainers, or the customers. See you there.

I can't say enough good things about SixPax Gym. The energy is great, I look forward to going, and…read moreI've seen real results. The 30 minute sessions are easy to fit in my schedule, but they are intense. I always leave feeling like a got a good workout. Also, Siavash and all the coaches are fantastic. I'd recommend SixPax to anyone.

Building champions at SixPax Gym

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One of the best gyms in the country. There isn't anything they don't have. Swimming pool. Cold…read moreplunge. Sauna. Steam. Basketball. And insane equipment and treadmills. Get your membership here and change your life! You can thank me later

Updated with more images.. the bathroom in the workout floor is absolutely disgusting, it was like…read morethat from when I showed up at 7pm, til I left at about 930. No cleaners in sight anywhere, you'd think during the evening rush they'd have more on staff. Nope, only people where are trainers and sales team, more than eager to sell you a $400 month membership. Here's to hoping management actually sees this and takes action. Because it's laughable to call this a "premium" experience.

Messy, even coffee cup sitting there. Yuck

Trainers reserved this machine with a towel then disappeared to the other side for 5 minutes.

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Allegiate Century City

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2.6 mi

Allegiate is an incredible gym and program! The coaches all are knowledgeable, encouraging, and…read morehelp make it easy to go back. I was intimidated at the idea of strength and conditioning, but now I genuinely look forward to each workout! Definitely helping me get in the best shape of my life!

Best gym I've trained at. Workouts are well designed. Coaches are experts. Equipment is top-notch…read more Highly recommend.

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CYCLEBAR

4.7

(223 reviews)

2.0 mi

First timer! Alyssa and Olivia delivered the best energy for an AM class. The choreo portions were…read moreso fun and challenging. I loved that the instructors knew lots of people's names and that the students felt comfortable singing and cheering during class. This location shares a parking lot with other stores nearby. Decent size lot, especially for AM classes. All the staff is friendly and super helpful. They have a great walkthrough for first timers. Showers are available!

This is an announcement to mid & big girls, come and join!!!! This cycle bar has women and males of…read moreall sizes ... as a big girl right now on my fitness journey i felt very welcomed at this gym. A huge shout out to Maggie! She's such an amazing and inspirational instructor; she has made my fitness journey very enjoyable.

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Sweat 60 Personal Training - Santa Monica

(255 reviews)

5.3 mi

This is my favorite gym in Los Angeles. Kevin and the entire team were extremely welcoming, easy to…read morecommunicate with and super flexible when some life changes required me to take a pause on my membership. I most appreciated that joining/being a part of the community was not contingent on anything but your ability to show up consistently and have a good workout. The fellow gym members were also very welcoming! The classes are excellent and each teacher has their own style but collectively all the trainers are able to give you modifications or options if you need them. Highly recommend this gym to anyone and everyone.

Coach Jamal led the 7 a.m. class. He demonstrated the movements and broke down the workout for us…read more Sweat 60 is like CrossFit- working out in a parking lot/ garage with barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, and sweaty people moving from station to station to get their workout done. The workout was doable, but I wish they would play more music to motivate people. They should add another trainer; there were about 20 people with only one coach. When lifting weights, it's crucial to make sure you are using the proper form. Adding another coach will allow people to have more 1:1 attention when needed. Not a great place for beginners, in my opinion. Free but limited parking when you enter the alley.

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Coach Xavier

Bolder Fitness

4.3

(103 reviews)

1.8 mi

Bolder is the best damn local gym ever if you're just a normal person that wants to work out…read morewithout any judgement. The most bodies I've ever counted in the building was around 6, so I don't feel like I really ever have an issue being able to use any machine I want. They don't have brand new machines, they don't have all the machines LA Fitness might have, but they have all the right tools to get into and stay in shape. Cassian, the owner, is an excellent personal trainer with crazy good rates for Los Angeles, much less Beverly Hills adjacent. Also to mention is the membership fee being much cheaper than most big name gyms on the west side. Anyone leaving a bad review either had a huge ego, or didn't speak with Cassian to try and work out their issues. A+ gym.

I would give zero stars if possible…read more Extremely disrespectful management. Outdated facility. Even though this would make the most sense for me since I live extremely close (& it's the closest gym to me), I will never become a member. I suggest you don't either.

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Euro Soccer USA

(165 reviews)

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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS PLACE. Coach Y (teaches my sons 10am-10:45am class, 2yr-3yrs) is AMAZING. You…read morecan really tell when someone loves what they do and he is a perfect example of that. He is extremely patient, charismatic, and just over all a perfect example of what a coach is. He makes sure the little ones are following and paying attention. My little one looks forward to the classes every time and repeats all of Coach Y's songs he makes for the kids. Love Coach Y and the whole staff!

Amazing!! We joined the 4-5 year old group. My kid had fun and the coach was nice and engaging!read more

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Santa Monica Swim Center

3.9

(93 reviews)

4.9 mi

Awesome place to swim! Reasonable rates especially for Santa Monica residents. Have also taken…read moreadult classes and they are pretty descent. Above all, super clean and well organized

The staff are friendly, the facilities are clean and well maintained, the rates are very reasonable…read moreand the water aerobics classes are fun. I've met some very smart and kind people here, and it's family friendly.

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So Fly Kids Camp

4.5

(23 reviews)

4.0 mi

Our son loves So Fly Kids Camp. The activities are fun and they go on great field trips. Friday…read moreCarnival Day is always a welcome way to end the week.

We've been sending our two small children to winter, spring, and now summer camp at So Fly and we…read morecouldn't be happier with them. The kids have so much fun, and they love going back each time. I get very nervous sending my children to facilities that are outside of my control (thank you anxiety), but I've always felt comfortable sending them to SFK. Highly recommend!

Fun Field Trips!

Exciting Field Trips!

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Gettin Slimey!

Venice High School Pool

4.6

(14 reviews)

3.9 mi

I taught my son and daughter how to swim at the Venice High School Pool decades ago, so this review…read moreis based on a multitude of swim sessions. The locker room is what you'd expect in a facility open to the public, but the pool itself, water quality, staff attitude and lifeguards are all first class. The pool water temperature and chlorine levels are nearly always right where they should be. At times when I've forgotten my goggles, I have completed my workout without great eye discomfort. Currently, October 2022, the pool is not open as many hours as it was prior to the pandemic. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons, the pool is divided in half with four lanes for laps swimmers ; the balance of the pool is reserved for recreational swimmers. There is a diving board for those that pass the swim test. Be sure to check the schedule before heading to the pool as swim lessons can intrude on lap swimming lanes. Children's and adult swim lessons are offered for a modest price, and the classes tend to be small. Most all of the staff wear face masks at all times. As of now, masks are not required for entry. The entry fee has varied over the years, but it has always been very affordable. Right now, 2022, seniors get in for one dollar.

I write this review with trepidation because I do not want this pool to become crowded, but I've…read morebeen searching for a good local pool and hope that this review can help others who are doing the same. This pool is located on the campus of Venice High School, and is open to the public during various hours (see website for details). Also, it is the only indoor pool in that area that I know of beside the one at the Santa Monica 24 hour fitness. The locker rooms, like any public pool, leave much to be desired, and are built like concrete bunkers. The walls and floor are all concrete, thus cold pools of water cover the entire floor and it is freezing in there, especially when you're wet. However one thing I liked was that rather than having actual lockers, there is an attendent behind a cage window that you hand your items to kind of like a coat check. They also have these mesh bags that you can use which hang on these metal poles they set up so that you don't have to put your stuff onto the wet bench or floor. Once you put everything in the bag you simply hand it to the attendant for you to get later. This way you don't have to cram everything into a little locker or worry about bringing your own lock. There are also lifeguards on duty and they have kickboards and poolbuoys available for use. The structure itself is also very well ventilated so though it gets colder than a smaller building, there is less of that strong chlorine smell. All of the attendants and lifeguards on duty are friendly and helpful. The crowd is mixed, though I would say it skews toward the older side. All in all, this is a great place if you're looking for a no frills swim. While you do have to suck it up while you're undressing/dressing before and after swimming if you're going during the colder months (and wet floors and benches are annoying), the pool is spacious and well kept. I also love that it's less than 2 miles from my apt.

Fall 2019 Pool Hours

Spring 2020 Pool Hours

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Culver City Park

4.3

(81 reviews)

0.9 mi

A really spacious park that goes up in elevation. Has a large fenced off baseball field which is…read moregreat for your doggos to roam and play in. Didn't get to hike but loved all the benches that showcase Culver City views. It's a good park cause you can drive up to certain viewpoints if you choose not to hike.

I hate not being able to give this Park five stars and the reason why I can't give this part five…read morestars is because they say that no dogs are allowed on the way up but yet there's dog poop all over the walking bridge I really like this park because when I have broken my foot in order to exercise This was a great place. They have like a switchback OK so which means you're going higher and higher, but without stairs, right... and six years ago I had a knee surgery where I needed to still exercise, but I just couldn't lift my knee like that just walking was all I could do so I've been in a few predicaments where you know I appreciate having this switchback, I just don't appreciate the dog poop. If you are going to violate the rules and bring your dog which I love animals I love dogs you gotta clean up after your animal. It's not OK to just to leave dog poop on the trail. And also, why aren't my Park Rangers enforcing this rule anyhow, if you wanna take a nice walk, that's gonna give you a little workout without doing too much strain than this is the park for you! At the end of the day, this is a very pretty park where you can actually barbecue you do need to reserve the space. I don't know how much it cost, but I know you need to reserve the space and then you can have a party there there's a skate park attached. I mean it's a nice park just please people be respectful and I guess it's not the Park's fault per se... But if there are Park Rangers, why aren't they enforcing this rule? Also, they lease out some space to this company that does these really cool teambuilding, exercises and wall climbs and stuff. It's pretty cool. I wanted to do it but it was like $100 a person and I was like ouch! All in all, there is a beautiful view when you do reach the top and I don't mean the top on the bottom I mean all the way up to the top has the picture show you can see all the way to the beach on a clear day. It's gorgeous.

Rise n' Shine Everyone...

Bunny

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The Electric Voyage - Marina Del Rey

What a perfect afternoon out on the Marina. This experience was literally turnkey. Our boat arrived…read moreon the dot at our scheduled departure time. We were given a quick overview of the boat mechanics and safety equipment and boating etiquette. The boat was fully stocked with soft drinks and a phenomenal charcuterie that we were able to arrange as an "add on" and decorated for our friends birthday. This was a seamless and top notch experience. Adriana and her team clearly know what they are doing and are completely dialed in to make your day putting around the Marina as effortless as possible. You will not be sorry and should not hesitate to book your trip with The Electric Voyage.

Electric Voyage accomodated us on short notice with smiles and a beautiful boat. I can't give them…read morecredit for the perfect weather, but they absolutely gave us the perfect environment to enjoy it in. We've never cruised Marina Del Rey before, it's Great!

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D'Naya C.

2 years ago

Nicole works the front desk. I'm not sure why they keep saying Nicole doesn't work there. She works the front desk and told me her name.

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