I've been going to this location since it was Fitness 19 by Oakridge, so I've seen quite a few changes over the years. Overall, I think it's a decent gym and especially good for beginners, but there are definitely some things to consider. A majority of the ellipticals don't work, and there aren't always signs saying they're out of order, so you can end up trying several before finding one that works. The crowd, at least when I go, seems to be mostly 20 or younger or 45+, with not much of an in-between. The staff is also very young so as you can imagine you get a lot of "millennial stares" lol. Thats not too much of a problem at all, just something to consider. When I first started going, I loved that it was quiet and easy to get on the machines. Recently, it's gotten much busier, possibly due to a recent TikTok review. Unless you go early in the morning or late at night, most machines are usually taken. I personally only continue going because an old friend got me a really good deal on my membership. If I were paying full price, I'd probably go somewhere else. It's not a bad gym, but I do miss how it used to be. read more

I tried to cancel, they kept charging me. They charged 2 credit cards and my checking account. I keep winning disputes but it's a waste of my time. Only give them one card if you sign up. read more

Be very cautious of this Gym they allow anybody to sign up using anybody's email information that they may have stolen and then they send you to their attorney and try to steal almost $300 from you. When I asked for the agreement that supposedly I signed they didn't produce it. They never emailed me. They just basically told me it's my problem. Let me be clear, I have never joined this gym and I suggest you don't either. They are fraudsters! read more

Been working out here since it was fitness 19. Never had any issues with cleanliness or bad experiences with anyone who works here! Definitely wish it had a sauna though. Always have a good rotation of energy drinks. I've tried plenty of different gyms in San Jose. This is the first one that I've witnessed be renovated and add so many new machines that work really well! read more

"We are investing over $400,000 into new equipment and cosmetic improvements throughout the club" and yet they never have enough dumbbells. The new stuff is nice, don't get me wrong but they couldn't get enough to dumbbells to fill the racks?! This is wildly disappointing. At 5am when it's not even crowded and I'm constantly walking across the gym hunting for dumbbells. read more

Vim + Vigor Fitness - Lack of dumbbells - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

The workers are unfriendly and don't acknowledge when you walk in. They are mostly talking to each other. Weight machines are not kept up. They are broken for a long time. Pads are torn up. Music is loud. Floor looks dirty. A lot of treadmills are not working at any one time. One time, 6 treadmills were not working. People on their phones in between reps so you can't get use some machines. I would not recommend this gym. There are better options out there. read more

Do not go here! Avoid this place. Cancellation their membership is a nightmare. You will be charged multiple times before getting your membership cancelled. read more

This gym has an issue with rude members and staff who fail to step in when situations escalate. An elderly male took the cable I was using even though another one was available, then cursed at me, threatened to fight me, and followed me after I walked away to avoid the situation. I asked the district manager for help and even asked him to speak with both of us together, but his response was, "Oh, you can't just go talk to him by yourself?" even after I clearly explained that I felt threatened because the man had threatened to fight me and followed me. The staff only listened to the other person's side without verifying whether his story was accurate, even though security footage could confirm what actually happened. Regardless of his age, threatening and following another member should have been enough for management to step in and address the situation. read more

Thanks for adding so much great equipment, especially Panatta and Arsenal Strength. I switched to this gym because of the better equipment and cleanliness, and I've been really happy with the change. I'd love to see even more Panatta, Prime, Atlantis and Arsenal Strength equipment in the future, especially more incline chest press options. read more

Lacking Customer Service. I have the one pass which allows me to use multiple gyms throughout the month as I travel yet they claim that I cannot use it here even though they're on the list. They're trying to charge me per day and get me to pay additionally even though my current pass works. read more

New Manager is very rude. Most of the time the massage char and table are broken and they don't care about it. In the middle of the massage, it got hot and stopped working. They don't even care and simply ignored read more

They offered an amazing promotion this weekend so I went in to sign up. I'm invited over to the sales representative's desk to review the membership details. I give them lots of juicy Personal Identifying Information (PII), then I'm asked to swipe the credit card for the monthly subscription. I swipe--we're done, right? NOPE! After my first valid method of payment is authorized/approved, their policy REQUIRES my personal checking account details, a second valid credit card, or pay for the full year in advance? This is probably something you'd like to share with your customers in advance yes? This felt so dishonest, I grabbed my bag and walked out. If things feel this wonky and challenging trying to establish a month-to-month membership, it's probably best to move on, especially when there are literally hundreds of local options to choose from. Be careful, friends! read more

Horrible time cancelling my membership only to be charged an extra $50 annual fee even though I had been trying to cancel way before that fee hit. Haven't heard back from management when promised a 48 hour response time. Have now emailed to follow up 3 additional times. read more

I enjoy this gym. It's spacious parking lot, to checking in (classes), you can check in online, so no wait. Clean all around, cleaner lady cleans daily- new constructed check-in area, new mirrors on walls and more! ...I'm not sure of details. Showers, bathroom pretty nice. meridian Vim less overpacked classes. Campbell always full. Great music in classes challenging, but very good workout to bring you to a sweat, for sure. read more

Depends on what time of day you go. If you go when the teenagers are there, good luck getting on any equipment. They tend to sit and text for five minutes before they even start working out and then do the same between sets. I can go through about four or five machines and they're still on one. Also, the music is way too loud! I think we all want to hear our own music and not the gyms. read more

Vim & Vigor GroupX space. No AC. No ceiling fan. Doors open for ventilation. Though, gym looks fairly new. Limited classes.

Very nice, updated gym. There are plenty of different kind of machines and other necessary equipment for your workout. Wish for paper towels near the sink in case you forget to bring your own towel to wipe hands and face. Also noticed outrageous smell at the hydromassage bed. Would love to use it, but can't stand inside the room or lay down... Otherwise pretty good gym. read more

Vim + Vigor Fitness - Inside - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

Been going here for a couple of months now and love it. Everyone is friendly and the PTs are good. Andreas, the manager, is super supportive. Shout out to Elizabeth for her positive leadership. I'm so glad to have her guiding me on my journey of getting back into health and fitness! Another highlight is the view. When the sun rises, it is beautiful to be there working out, and seeing God's glory. Another plus is their hours! As an early riser, I can be there by 4 on the days I start early at my work. Thank you to everyone who works here! You all rock! read more

Great sculpting class with Erica! She has a ton of energy and makes the classes so much fun.

Dr Gym Staff, The soap has been out in the women's shower, and the front desk response to the 2nd refill request was "I'll let someone know." That's what the same person had said to the first request. Also, the trash receptacle in the women's locker room is overflowing. The response to this was "Yeah.. I don't know what happened." Can these issues please get attention?!? read more

Agreement # 40031-47020 Avoid Vim & Vigor Fitness, Meridian Ave San Jose at All Costs - Terrible Cancellation Experience I'm writing this review as a warning to others after having a nightmarish experience with cancelling my membership at Vim & Vigor Fitness. Up until the point I moved and needed to cancel, everything was fine. However, the cancellation process was a disaster. I visited the gym, spoke to the staff at the counter, and was assured that my membership was cancelled. But that was far from the truth. After that, I started receiving relentless spam emails and automated phone calls highlighting that I needed to pay to cancel my membership. It was like they were trolling me. Needless to say, I will never be recommending Vim & Vigor Fitness to anyone, and I would advise others to think twice before signing up. The cancellation experience alone was enough to make me question the integrity of the entire operation. One star is even too generous for this gym chain. Even when request help I receive more spam! read more

(Chris Helmsworth sing-songy voiceover like "you me & luigi" on Spotify. Yes that luigi.) The vibe is place to get your fitness in! Seamless, super smooth check in. Fiona warmly greeted me! She is super nice! The facilities are top notch! Busy but not crowded. There are multiple olympic lifting stations! Niiiice! Nothing says fitness like olympic lifts and catching heavy barbells overhead! Am I right, ladies? Vim + Vigor provides that safe, supportive environment for your functional fitness needs! Who loves landmines? Kettlebells, anyone? Squatting heavy? Deadlifts! Hoorah! And they have a great selection of Total War Pre-Workout drinks! Chase it with the Alkaline Water and turn into your fave Marvel Superhero! Now, I can look great while lifting Mjolnir! Mjolnir! Do drink responsibly! Will be back! Thanks, Fiona! Woohoo! read more

This is a review of my (on-going) experience with Vim & Vigor; specifically their personal training program. It started in early January (2025) with an evaluation/overview meeting with Andres where we discussed V&Vs general training program and my goals. What I liked about this exchange was that it was also a discussion about expectations - including his expectations for me. I was made immediately responsible, and I personally like that. Andres made it clear that this was a joint effort; that he would find the right trainer for me and if I put in the work, we would all be successful. Andres assigned Darnell as my personal trainer and after 2.5 months @ 3 sessions a week, I can confidently say that Darnell has been the perfect trainer (if this review results in all his slots immediately filling up I'm gonna be pissed! lol). Darnell has provided the three things that make this sort of relationship work: Coaching (to ensure that we are meeting our goals & specifics to get there), Consistency (to reinforce what I'm learning, checking technique, taking feedback and adjusting routines) and Community (Darnell makes the session fun as we work out and learn about each other - and he's also made me feel like I belong at the gym... that it's my gym). I really cannot say enough - or thank Andres enough for assigning Darnell to me - or to Darnell for all the work he puts in to make me successful. read more

I just downgraded my review from 3 stars to 1 because their cancellation terms are HORRIBLE! They will not let you out of your monthly contract (unless you are moving and have documentation which you don't have yet if you're not moved in). The gym is dirty, restrooms and water station are gross. They don't replace broken equipment and it seems that people are stealing weights and they don't replace them. It's also rare to be greeted or to be bid a fond farewell. The only time I recall being greeted was when they were hounding me to write a review. I normally don't write bad reviews but I was asked by three different employees to write a review for their "review competition" with the other gyms - so here ya go. The only positive thing I have to say is that some of the PT trainers are awesome (Austin B. And Andres - thank you for your support and for helping me achieve my goals.) read more

20 min time limit on treadmills is ridiculous 3 of the treadmills I tried did not work read more

Unbelievable lazy kid employees pulled a no-show to open the gym yet again. Today's date: 11/20. Drove 20 minutes in the rain to get here at 5am and it's now 5:22 and everyone is starting to leave very frustrated while the lazy bstrd employee is warm under his/her blankets asleep in bed. That's the last time they let me down. Time to cancel and switch to 24 hr fitness. read more

The gym is OK for the price. Bathrooms are generally clean. One stall has been labeled inoperatable for over a month now. The class teachers I take classes from are friendly and professional. What I'd like to see improved: Still more weights for group classes requiring them. I have to go looking in the main workout room for certain weights i need for class. Cleaning bathroom at night when gym is closed or at times when less members are are working out.... rather than at busier times of the day as it occurs now. The only other bathroom... built for on individual for one... at the opposite side of gym.... is locked and member has to ask an employee to unlock it .....if they can find the key!! Kids at front desk are untrained...often not there manning the desk, avoiding eye contact with arriving or exiting members and are untrained in handling of possible emergencies as witnessed during a couple different group classes. Manager handles members' simple requests or suggestions gives lip service but often nothing is done. Example: after many requests and great length of time passing new weights in different sizes were finally ordered and supplied. read more

Good quality gym for the price. Relaxed. Decent selection of equipment. Rarely needing to wait for anything.

they don't maintain their equipment. there'd light machine has10 bulbs out of 47 out. effectiveness is compromise since 25% of the lights are out. I've been telling them about 3, then 5 , now 10 but nothing is done. not impressed. read more

Over the last year, they rebranded from Fitness 19 but for the most part - the gym remained the same. They brought in a tons of equipment before being officially renamed Vim+Vigor Fitness. With that being said, Vim+Vigor is a decent value option if you're looking for an affordable commercial big box gym. They have a good amount of equipment and due to the space and high ceilings, it never really feels too crowded. I do have some issues though. Over the last year, opening shifts have been hit or miss. There have many occasions where the gym doesn't open on time (wait until 5:30am and nobody shows up to open). I do give kudos to Blaine, the current GM. After more than a year he was finally the one who was able to help me downgrade my membership to one club. I got the run around so many times from previous "managers" and staff, so I am thankful he could help me. Also being a lower priced gym...members don't take care of the equipment, leave their wipes everywhere, and don't put their weights back. Overall though, for $10-$15 a month - considering the equipment they do have available, it's a great deal. read more

I don't recommend this gym. I was overcharged and they were supposed to give me a refund, but I never got it. I called to speak to a supervisor and was told he was busy and would return the call. It's been 3 weeks and I'm still waiting. Last Friday I went in person and they said he was busy and would call me back. But again, he didn't. read more

There is no staff I've been here since 0600 am and there's people outside. It says that the gym opens at 0500. Many of us I'm sure would like to get a workout before work or if the gym is not opening at its regular hours let us know. read more

Vim + Vigor Fitness - There's people waiting outside the gym it's 0629 am and no staff - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

I used the gym and needed to shower afterward, but was told I couldn't because they were cleaning the bathrooms and it would take 40-45 minutes. That's unreasonable. Members pay to work out and use the full facility, not wait around nearly an hour for basic access. We come to get in and out, not waste time. When I calmly said that didn't make sense and asked to cancel my membership, the manager looked surprised but processed my refund. Then a male trainer who wasn't involved in the situation stepped in and called the interaction 'stupid,' which was unprofessional and completely unnecessary. I got my refund, I showered, and I left. Won't be returning! Very unprofessional read more

Nice gym - welcoming staff. Good about drop-in visits and day passes. A good option if you are looking for a quick workout in San Jose, CA.

I cancelled my membership and they kept charging my bank account. I looked online and theres a lot of reports of them continuing to charge people after cancelling their accounts on Google and on Better Business Bureau. read more

I've been a member to 2 years then move back to France. Visiting friends I went to Vim + vigor on July 8th, 14th, 23rd and today July 30th They charged me $10 each time but this morning $20?????? On July 8th the girl at front desk call someone because she wasn't aware of how it worked BUT WE TODAY $20?????? Be aware that at this place people are not honest!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Even if you call them they are stubborn and dishonest read more

The good. Large spacious facility with lots of equipment. The staff is friendly. They greet members when they enter and leave. Broken machines seem to be fixed promptly The bad. The gym is extremely crowded. Certain machines are rarely vacant. The Audio system doesn't work. An app allows members to hear the TV's. However, since December 2024, the app on allows members to hear 3 of the ~20 TV's. The TV's often show cooking shows and infomercial. I don't want to see this when working out. The ugly. The outside entrance is dirty. Someone threw up about a year ago and it hasn't been cleaned. read more

Staff is always very helpful and considerate of things. Always make me feel welcomed and just very nice in general. The girl who helped me sign up (Jennifer) was so kind and answered all my questions and was very helpful in the sign up process! read more

Nice hours Working available machines and nice variety of machines Nice and friendly staff Cost effective read more

Matix was very helpful with getting me into the gym and setting up my account. He helps with purchasing energy drinks and recommends the best workouts and machines to new people going to vim and vigor. read more

Vim + Vigor Fitness - Matix the worker - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California