Fitness & Gyms in Berkeley, CA

“I joined Orangetheory Berkeley in Oct 2022 and have been a regular since. As I’m older, I wasn’t sure initially if this would be a good fit. I discovered all ages are welcome! I like the inclusive, friendly, helpful vibe from the manager Van, to the front desk staff, to the coaches. The coaches also invite us to let them know anytime if we need adjustments to any part of the workout. We are invited to both challenge and pace ourselves. While all the coaches I’ve experienced are good, my current favorite classes are coached by Jazon and Noah.”

“Highly recommend this gym! The front desk staff is very friendly and welcoming, which makes a great first impression. The workout areas are well organized and thoughtfully laid out, and the overall atmosphere is motivating and pleasant. I also really appreciate the small details — they even provide hair ties for members to use, which is very thoughtful. Overall, a great gym with a great vibe!”

“Grassroots is a fantastic crossfit gym. I'm a middle-age woman who didn't touch a barbell until I was 50 and have done crossfit in several different gyms over the past 5 years. Grassroots is the best gym by far. The warm up and stretches are given the time they deserve and the coaches are always happy to suggest modifications based on my abilities. The other members of the gym are very welcoming and everyone is there to have a good time while getting fit. I highly recommend this gym!”

“I limped into Happy Hour Fitness several months ago with a not insignificant sense of trepidation, never having been to a personal trainer before. Xabi, the owner and spirit of HHF welcomed me in and assured me that he understood what it was it to rehab from injury (besides being close to my age and an impressive example of his own fitness regimen, he is a soccer player who has rehabbed from surgeries and understands the spectrum of needs his diverse clientele have). I now really look forward to the intense, personalized and focused workouts he guides me through every time I walk through his door. I am literally standing up straighter and feeling stronger than ever as a result of his well rounded and punishing (in the best sense of the word) routines. My trepidation is gone replaced by a deep sense of gratitude for the change he has helped me achieve.

Xabi has helped me with my flexibility (woefully neglected prior to starting with him), mobility, core fitness, cardio and overall strength. In addition to supporting my health, he is a warm and caring person who feels like a real partner in my well being. His studio is neat, clean and open reflecting his whole approach. My partner got tired of hearing me rave about Xabi and decided to take one of his group classes to check him our for herself. She's now a fan too.”

“Awesome! Very convenient. Very clean. But small. Intimate. It's more like a fitness center at a condominium complex. Also you have to wait in line to get in if gym is too crowded. So you have to go at non peak times for best workout.”

“I have been going to anytime fitness branch in Berkeley for more than 2 years, location is central and very accessible. The team is amazing and helpful. Once you get into the gym it has very friendly and family oriented feel, very welcoming and supportive. I choose Magdalena as my trainer, I could not be more happy, she knows how to push you and get to your goals. All the trainers are really knowledgeable and good. Recently multiple updates are done in the gym and it looks even better than before. Anytime fitness team is always very helpful. I will highly recommend anytime fitness Berkeley branch!”

“D Recent place for working out in downtown Berkeley. The place is clean and clear. But they removed a lot of equipment recently to clear out for more room. There used to be lots of squatting areas.
The pool is a bit small and worn out. Usually crowded.
The smell is not bad.
Service is swift and prompt.
They have bike rack for members.”

“Sarah M is an amazing personal trainer!She created a comprehensive, personalized and detailed workout plan tailored to my goals and recent diagnosis. Our first workout session was challenging, and invigorating. Sarah adjusted my form during the workout in real-time and offered great advice on maintaining for future workouts. I learned a new stretch for hips and new way to foam roll my glutes. Book a complimentary session with Sarah M. You won’t regret it!”

“Should open earlier on weekends. Make sure you sign up for guest passes right away $5 extra a month promo vs. $20 regular. Jacuzzi always empty just fyi. Good overall gym though.”