In my 50+ years of gym memberships throughout California, AC4--Goleta has been the best gym…read moreexperience I've had. For many reasons. Here are a few, in no particular order, but I will indicate when a reason is especially important. This gym is family-owned and designed by Anthony (owner) to accommodate a category of members who need access to weights (free and machine) and workout space, but who don't want to be surrounded by the annoying negatives of the traditional gym culture. I'm there to work out and appreciate fellow clients who respect important gym etiquette rules and the "flow" process--moving from station-to-station without "owning" equipment or seats. New clients are introduced to the gym's rules (see attached photo) to help everyone understand that there are expected behavior norms in this setting, including common sense limits on some types of cell phone behaviors and prolonged "residence" on one or more weight stations. The gym has three main workout areas--a design circuit of machines; free weights, Smith racks, leg presses, stacks; and cardiovascular options: treadmills, recumbent bikes, ellipticals, and rowing machine (second floor). There are two additional workout spaces on the second floor to accommodate free exercise and stretching routines. Three unisex bathrooms, two unisex showers, lockers, two tanning rooms, and two hydrotherapy massage tables. There is ample onsite parking. This gym is a "key-access" gym, open to members 24-7, which is a big draw for me because clients tend to spread out their attendance over the entire course of the day, and there have been no occasions in my six years of membership here that I haven't found space and solace on the floor. Important also: this gym is always clean; the restrooms are clean; the equipment is clean. AC4 employees are frequently on the floor cleaning. And clients clean their own benches after they complete exercise at a given station. Clean is important. On a personal note, I'm a life-long competitive swimmer who needs regular weight conditioning to remain functional in the pool. I need a specific range of equipment and machines to maintain a balance between chest, back, and shoulders. This gym offers the weights and machines I need to ward off shoulder and back injuries from 60 years of swimming. I'm not here to dead-lift 300 lbs and chest-press my weight in iron. Tony has designed an effective combination of machines, free weights, and exercise areas that compliment my conditioning goals. I've written this extended review in appreciation of Tony's business because I deeply value the resources and thoughtfulness of this gym.

Good place to get swoll. 2 locations, both clean and not very crowded. The 24 hour key fob is great…read moreand the people who work here are nice. Plus, it's very inexpensive and has been around for many years. Good spot to hit your New Years goals.

I have been going to Planet Fitness in Goleta for a couple of years and wanted to let everyone know…read morehow much I love this gym and the people that work there. It is very clean and the people who work there are extremely nice and knowledgeable. I am also a member of EOS/Golds, but don't do weight machines there as it is such a small uncomfortable space. Planet Fitness machines are spaced out and you are not looking at anyone. Also love the 'no judgement' motto. Any time you are at the gym is more than someone who isn't.

Planet Fitness truly lives up to its reputation as a judgment-free zone! From the moment I signed…read moreup, I felt welcomed, supported, and motivated. The facility is always clean, the equipment is well-maintained, and there are plenty of machines and weights available, even during peak hours. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful -- they greet you with a smile and are always ready to assist. I especially appreciate the 24/7 access, which gives me the flexibility to work out on my own schedule.The atmosphere is relaxed, positive, and non-intimidating -- perfect for beginners and experienced gym-goers alike. I also love the variety of workout zones, stretching areas, and the hydromassage chairs that make recovery a treat. If you're looking for a fitness center that's affordable, clean, friendly, and empowering -- Planet Fitness is the place to be. I've never felt better! Thank you, Planet Fitness, for making fitness fun and accessible!

For the price, joining EōS is a no-brainer for me. I have another membership at Orangetheory…read morefitness and wanted something to supplement this. The membership includes one personal training session. The machines and free weight room are well-equipped. I liked the Body Balance class, which is basically a yoga class. The staff is friendly. I love that towel service is included! There are several improvements they need to make to get a 5 star rating for me. First of all, almost all of the bikes in the cycling room have broken monitors!! The other members say the management knows about this, but doesn't want to spend the money to replace them. If you've ever taken a Spin class with a broken monitor, it really takes away from the class! Also, the first time I used the women's bathroom, there was no toilet paper or paper towels in the dispensers. It wasn't a good impression! Lastly, you pretty much have to install the app on your phone because they don't want to give out paper schedules of the fitness classes. The class schedules don't seem to be available on their website either. I did manage to get a paper copy of the schedule but it had incorrect class times. It would be very helpful if there were class descriptions. The Goleta and Uptown locations are the only ones who have classes. Uptown also offers Bikram Yoga for a $35/month add-on. Downtown SB does not have any fitness classes. I hear that the Uptown location has working monitors in their Cycle classes so I will head there for these classes. I will update this review in a few months. I hope that the EOS franchise will improve this location!

This used to be Gold's Gym, it got bought out by this super lame, wanna-be progressive, corporate…read moregroup that just ran it into the ground. The process to even cancel your membership is impossible, you have to call a company, speak to a automated representative, and it doesn't give you the option to cancel your membership without creating an account on a different website just to cancel your membership. Super lame, super big failure on this EoS Fitness company. Staff is always super helpful, they just seem to be confined by their trashy corporate higher ups.

I've belonged to most of the athletic clubs on the west side of town over the years. This is by far…read morethe best of the full-service ones. It is well-maintained and does a wonderful job of responding to a diverse population's needs. Complaints that are irrelevant or opposed to the needs of the rest of the membership are treated respectfully. Outliers feeling free to tell the management to accommodate their own personal desires as if the club belonged exclusively to them speaks volumes about how personal this club feels: vibes of a family reunion without a drunk uncle and his entitled wife.

Swell sucks. I've complained about people talking during aqua aerobics class 4 times now, and the…read moreclub just does not care. From Jeremiah (asst mgr) to front desk guy to Eric (general mgr), none of them care or follow through. Eric said he was going to come to class every day for a week and read the rules to the class (which include no talking during class), and start kicking people out of the pool if they were talking. He didn't show up once. All he did was post the rules on the locker room door, which at least makes it easier to turn to someone in the pool and say "there's no talking during class." I wrote Eric a second email regarding the issue and he said "you've got to be patient. It takes time for things to change." Not good enough. I'm extremely disappointed in Swell and in Eric Geeb, the general manager. Edited to add: I mentioned to Eric that I did enjoy my training session with Danny and Eric offered to comp my next session with Danny in return for my disappointment over Aqua aerobics. I thought that was very nice of Eric.

Working with TJ at Fortuna Fitness has been an absolute game changer. This is actually my second…read moretime training with him. He first coached me seven years ago, where he showed me how strong I could be, and helped me surpass my goals. When I developed an injury and worsened forward head posture last year, I knew if anyone could help me, he could. Physical therapy alone wasn't enough, and TJ knew exactly what to do. Instead of pushing intense, common exercises that would have set me back, he introduced smart, smaller movements tailored specifically to my body's needs. Healing isn't linear, but TJ's constant motivation and knowledge kept me moving forward on the tough days. Thanks to his approach, I am stronger and only experience the occasional headache now. If you want a trainer who actually understands anatomy, listens to your body, and knows how to build strength from scratch, TJ is the best. Here are x-rays from before and after training with him for 6 weeks. I now have a healthy curve in my cervical spine again! I give him a glowing recommendation! :D

I have had the absolute pleasure of working with TJ for personal training. His knowledge expands…read morebeyond just a workout - from personalized exercises tailored specifically for my body and goals, to diet, wellness, and meditation. He takes the time to explain what we are doing and the science behind it; all the while encouraging with a smile and a positive outlook that makes you want to keep pushing yourself further. In just a month I saw a dramatic difference in my athletic ability and body composition. I highly recommend working with TJ, and am excited to to continue my journey with him!

If you want to get into shape- this is the place!!!!! I'm 67 years young and loving it!!!!read more

I've been going to this location for over a year now. As a longtime OTF member, I was missing my…read moreworkouts during the pandemic. Although COVID was still very much around in 2021, the gym reopened in the spring of that year. The COVID protocols were a bit funky... they required masks to enter the facility but once you were running on the treadmill, you could take them off?!? Didn't make sense to me. Anyhow, now that the mask mandate is over, it's kind of like "at your own risk". They offer wipes throughout the class (when switching groups) to sanitize the equipment for the next person. I do love the workout because I think it's the best bang for your buck, if you want an intense workout (mostly cardio) with about 15-20 minutes of strength training. You do a session on the treadmill (up to 30 minutes) of running at varied paces/inclines. Then a combination of rowing and strength training. I like to start on the treadmill. The bigger classes get split into three groups, with a 1/3 of the class starting on the treadmill, rower, or weight room. Bring a towel and water bottle!!! You will be dripping sweat by the end of it. The goal is to get at least 12 splat points (when your heart rate gets over 84%). To track this, you will have to buy the OTF heart monitor and you will see your progress on the screens around the room. The theory if you get 12+ splat points, you will burn extra calories over the next 24 hours. The coaches are all great. I especially like Sarah, Stephanie, and Jeff! They are all very encouraging during the workout. During the academic year, this location is filled with college girls from UCSB, just FYI. It's never hard to get into a class, and I usually wait until the morning of to book a class through their online app since there is a late cancellation policy if you don't cancel within 8 (?) hours of the scheduled class. I signed up for the Elite membership which gives me 8 classes a month, which works perfectly for me, as I do a lot of other forms of exercise. I love OTF and am glad it's part of my workout routine!!

I tried out Fitness19 using the 3 day pass they advertise on their website…read more LOCATION/PARKING: 5/5 Located in a shopping center in Goleta, there is plenty of parking, which is a rarity in the Goleta/Santa Barbara area. CUSTOMER SERVICE: 2/5 A fella named Jake helped me get started with the 3 day pass, then followed up with a tour of the facility, which was a nice experience; HOWEVER, on my 3rd visit, this same Jake told me I could not access the facility since the person that helped me that day (a.k.a himself) didn't process the 3 day pass and wouldn't let me in without purchasing a Day Pass. Baffled, I explained the situation again to him and had to remind him that HE was the one that got me started and gave me the tour. He kept saying "nah man, gotta buy a day pass." This debacle took about 10 minutes, but he eventually, begrudgingly, let me in. I understand forgetfulness and mistakes, but his demeanor and handling of the situation was very poor. EQUIPMENT: 4/5 All the cardio and weightlifting equipment seem to be in good, functioning order. Only con here is there is not enough equipment for the busy times. CLEANLINESS/ORGANIZATION: 2/5 Dumbbells, weight plates, and other exercise equipment are often misplaced, so half of your workout time becomes a scavenger hunt. Bizarrely, there is no equipment rack for the cable machines, so attachments are strewn around carelessly. There's currently a hole in the wall due to members carelessly piling 45lb plates against the drywall. This lack of clean culture stems from the lack of direction from management directing staff to maintain an organized area. LOCKER ROOMS/RESTROOM: 5/5 Very modern and clean area. Definitely feels fancy being in there. OVERALL: 3/5 Fitness19 is a decent sized facility with a similarly decent demographic of members, but it is also clear that a decent portion of this demographic takes their fitness fairly seriously; this can be either inspiring or intimidating. If you are a beginner, you may find the crowdedness, disorganization, and overall culture off-putting. If you have some years of fitness under your belt, however, I do believe you will enjoy the gym (except during busy times: plan to spend at least 2 hours if you want to use any of the free weight equipment)

Signed up for this Gym when it opened many years ago. Went through the akward covid era of having…read moreto wear a mask while working out that they strictly enforced then got a high intensity job that required my time so I feel off the gym wagon. Time passed, I had a kid, decided to get my health back in order. Came in today to make sure everything was in order to come back. Had nobody at the front desk, a nice trainer came up to try to help and realized that they had an old card on file. I also asked to downgrade my membership from the premium that I had been paying for over 3 years without going. Totally my own issue I was asked to wait for a manager, which there was only 1 on staff. Waited, the girl was nice enough to me. Then came the rug pull. If I wanted to downgrade my account I would need to pay for the full year up front. I didn't mind that part, THEN they dropped that I would need to pay nearly $70 on top of that to downgrade my account. I pointed out how I paid nearly 3 years of non used memebership and that just seemed a little harsh. No wiggle room, no ability to talk to someone about it, just a straight fee with no remorse. I informed her that I would just cancel my membership instead and she then said I would still need to pay for another month to do so. Unbelievable. It came as no surprise to me to leave a review (For the record it takes a LOT for me to leave a bad review) to find so many people upset with their poor business practices. I'll be voting with my dollar by giving them none in the future. Watching the owner account pop in to give a verbal fluff and having nothing change is pretty telling.

I literally cannot say enough great things about F45 Goleta. The workouts are consistently…read morechallenging, varied, and actually fun--I've truly never felt stronger or in better shape. What really sets this place apart is the community. The coaches and members are incredibly welcoming, supportive, and motivating, and I've met some incredible people here. The Peak 500 Challenge they held last week pushed me in the best way--definitely tough, but so rewarding. And the recent boat party was such a highlight--an amazing way to connect with everyone outside the studio and just party together. Huge shoutout to Scott for creating such an awesome, positive environment. You can really feel the energy and intention behind everything here. Highly recommend!!

F45 Training Goleta is next level. From the moment you walk in, the energy is contagious. The staff…read moreis truly incredible--supportive, enthusiastic, and always ready to hype you up. I love that every workout is clearly displayed on the screens, so you always know exactly what to do (and how to do it!), and the trainers are constantly circling the room making sure everyone has great form. They correct, they encourage, they push you just the right amount. It's like having a personal trainer... but with a whole team behind you. The space itself is spotless. The bathrooms? Immaculate. The workout area? So clean, organized, and ready to go. You can tell the team really cares about creating a welcoming, professional environment. The workouts are the perfect length--intense, effective, and somehow still fun. I leave every class feeling like I did the best thing for myself and my health. It hits hard in the best way, and I'm literally buzzing with endorphins afterward. If you're looking for amazing cardio, real strength gains, an encouraging community, and a super fun way to get in shape, F45 Goleta is the spot. Highly, highly recommend!