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.

Really nice gym and equipment! I'm unsure if I can use both gyms or if I'm locked to only Calle…read morereal location?

I don't go as much as I should because I have many memberships around town and I have access to the…read morehigh school gym at SMHS, but when I do go--it's always pleasant ! Plenty of cardio machines and my favorite part of all is having the gold membership because after a good workout, I can go and get a water bed massage. For just $24 a month it's totally worth it to me. I spend a lot of time on the road and I always try and find a PF wherever I am-- and I've been pretty successful in doin so. Will be in Burbank tomorrow and most definitely will be looking for one in that area.

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!

I have been a member for several years and when they switched over to EOS there were changes. The…read morestaff are still super friendly and greet every person. They don't give out little keychain cards to log in, now you need to download the app- thankfully I saved my old gold's gym one and it still works. The water bottle filling station has been out for so long. At first the filter was red for a while then they just didn't replace it and now NO WATER filling station... just the lukewarm water fountain. They've also changed the way they clean the gym, now there are cleaning employees that clean throughout the day - which I think is a good improvement. The cycling room has been replaced with something else but it's still empty. I think EOS is trying to make the gym better but there is still lots of room for improvement.

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!

I love this club! It is extremely family friendly, with extraordinarily kind staff & clean/sanitary…read morespace, both indoors and outdoors. Management is highly responsive & cares about member experiences. The outdoor workout space is incredible and the group fitness instructors provide higher quality instruction than at many other gyms. Secondary benefits include: yummy food, member events that are family-friendly, high quality and offered at a reasonable cost. Their parties are my favorite to attend by far. The pool is overcrowded during summer months, but there are plenty of alternate activities at the club to make up for this. COAC is our home away from home.

I don't really care for these people, but I feel sorry for the people that live close by not only…read moreare they annoying and loud early morning and late at night when you actually stand there and watch them play they say some pretty hateful things that are very crazy for an old person to say. I was standing there with an infant child and the man on the other side kept saying hey we got a new recruit. You don't look like us because they were Caucasian and they said for us to go to the Pickleball Court Side because they were tennis players and they hate pickle ball people, and then he kept saying that the infant child does not look like one of the players. We just then said that we don't play both sports that we're just looking but either way they're loud at 7 AM all the way until 9 PM. I feel sorry for the people that live close by hopefully they find a solution for Trash that comes by the neighborhood. Another thing is that golf is actually way better than these sports.

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!

I've had TJ as a personal trainer for a year now and it has been an amazing experience. His highly…read moreintuitive nature and extensive knowledge allows him to create tailored workouts based on your needs and goals. He has done a great job of challenging me in the right ways and I've been able do accomplish things I never thought I could. I would highly recommend working with TJ!

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)

Gym itself is great. The staff is cool, customer service is relatively quick, and the equipment is…read moreclean and of high quality. The value for what you pay for is amazing. However I couldn't help feeling like the gym was taking advantage of me. Their agreements are confusing, misleading, and honestly deceiving. "If you cancel before the one year commitment it's a $50 fee." But then cancelling after the one year commitment there is a seemingly made up $50 buyout plus $39 fee for following months and "processing fees." This company should be ashamed of themselves for their greedy ways and dishonesty. TIP: throughly read the fine prints of the many documents they make you sign. It is not pretty.