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August 2023 by Maureen P.
I worked out at F45 Alamitos Bay for 3 and a half years I just moved out of Long Beach so sadly I won't be anymore. BUT I loved working out here so much that I'm going to a different studio in my new city. If you want to build muscle and see a change in your body go to F45! Loved all the trainers and the sense of community. Owners Suzy and Josh were always amazing and helpful also. Will definitely miss it.
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August 2023 by Dhiana D.
I've been coming to this gym for ~4 months & can't seem to say enough nice things about it. I'm always trying to lure my friends in for classes, every chance I get. I have not met a coach in this gym I didn't like - they all take the extra time to get to know you & keep you constantly progressing. They have a good variety of workouts/equipment to always keep your body guessing what burn is coming that day. Plus, if you take the same classes regularly *represent the lunchtime crew!*, you start making friends with the familiar faces! Tip: Their [seasonal] bootcamps at the brewery are my favorite - if you see it is available, I highly recommend (but maybe please not before I get my ticket, cos they sell out )
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May 2023 by Steph K.
I've been going here since 2019 (a few months before the 2020 pandemic). I've seen how the owners, Josh and Suzy, deliver on THE optimal workout experience. Here are a few but many reasons why I keep coming back:- Owners frequently solicit feedback for improvement. Based on feedback, they've expanded class times, added coaches, and adjusted workouts/exercises...you name it.- Commitment to safety: the 2020 pandemic highlighted how they went above and beyond to create safe space to workout. They quickly pivoted to an outdoor class when many gyms/other locations were unsure how to transition. They offered virtual/livestream workout classes when everyone was at home and on lockdown. They also installed approved filters and implemented stringent cleaning practices early on.- Community: I love that it's diverse--you have people from all ages, sizes, and backgrounds. Everyone is respectful, kind, and encouraging. As an example, I was struggling to do shoulder presses after class and a few people stayed behind to cheer me on.- Coaches/Trainers are supportive and encouraging. I often need help with my form and they are there to help with any adjustments. They can modify exercises to work with an injury and etc.
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May 2023 by Astad D.
F45 is a great full body workout and Suzy runs a great center. Good location with lots of parking, great coaches and a good community. Lots of regulars which make it competitive and engaging.
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March 2023 by Yee-Sa P.
I always feel like I am encouraged to do my best no matter if I am consistent or not in my workouts. Trainers are nice and so are your neighbors working right next to you or with you to get through the work outs. Well run and super clean. Thank you!
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January 2023 by Joshua W.
Argumentative, Disrespectful, and Prejudice.Today i was visiting this F45 Alamitos from out of town, and am VERY familiar with the F45 experience. I have hundreds of workouts logged in my F45 Lion heart, and consider myself advanced level.I decided to do a Saturday morning 'NOHO' workout here, and even registered the night before. I also registered my Lionheart heart rate monitor to this studio, so the instructors could see my heart rate, to give me feedback. I was excited when i walked in to start the workout.i was 7 minutes late, which is uncharacteristic of me, and missed the intro/warm-up, which i didn't consider an issue, b/c i've done the exact same workout several times.Within a few seconds, a young man/coach explained i needed to do 2 minutes of warm-ups before engaging in the workout, which i was happy to do. I started doing "A Steps" and alternated between those, burpees, and inchworms. As i was warming-up, i felt glaring looks by other staff members, and shortly thereafter, the coach came up to me asking if i registered, and i answered "yes"; i even had the email to prove i was registered. He told me he couldn't find me in the system, and then told me he couldn't let me work out b/c i he didn't have a waiver for me. I explained that i signed the waiver, and even had the email showing that. I even told him i was happy to sign another waiver. Then he said i couldn't work out b/c i wasn't present for the introduction. I explained how experienced and seasoned i was with F45, had hundreds of records to prove my experience. Not that he cared, as most of the patrons working out (myself included) were obviously in better shape than he and the manager--who he signaled to come talk to me, when he saw the futility of his argument. When the manager came up to me, she tried to discourage me from working out, and basically reiterated what her staff said. I politely explained to her what i explained to her staff, but she said it didn't matter, and that their 'policy' is that no one can work out here if they miss the intro. I told her i've done the NOHO workout so many times. She continued to argue with me about their policy, and i simply asked her what could i do to join the workout. She did not encourage me to come back to workout a different day/time. When i pointed out the inconsistencies in the "reasons" for not allowing me to workout, and how i felt wrongfully discriminated, and mentioned a Yelp review, her mouth started quivering, and accused me of threatening her.
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December 2022 by Ryan D.
Been going for almost 10 months. This is such a strong community, with world class trainers. Coach Uli was incredible on my first day. He made sure I understood the flow and fixed my form through the different exercises. If you're looking for a gym where folks will help push you to your fitness goals, this is the place. I find it to be a great balance of "motivation" from the coaches, and motivation from the members. I work so much harder because I see everyone around me working hard. I get so much done in 45m. Your first week is a $7 trial pass, so it's easy to come to a class to see if it's for you. I'd recommend coming in on a Friday, since those are hybrid cardio/strength classes, which will give a good sample of everything the gym has to offer. MW tend to be cardio. T Th tend to be strength.
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December 2022 by Jessica M.
I started here one year ago, one year after having my baby. I was feeling sluggish and out of shape as well as still struggling with post partum anxiety. I did the $7 for 7 days openeinf deal and from there I was hooked. This has been the first time in my life I love working out. I go five times a week and have gotten so much stronger, mentally and physically. It's also the first time I have gone to a gym that truly feels like a family. It's so welcoming. Suzy and Josh ( the owners) are amazing and the trainers are the best in business. Uli, Tara, Steph and Azuree each are motivating, kind and kick your a*** So thankful for this place in my life.
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December 2022 by Kara Brookman
The community at F45 Los Alamitos are friendly and inclusive. The coaches are passionate and knowledgeable, we had Uli who was great! The environment is welcoming and the workouts are awesome; challenging, approachable and fun! Definitely recommend.
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December 2022 by Max Brookman
Uli crushed it, what an amazing coach. my wife and I have traveled the country and probably been to 50 different locations... Alamitos Bay is top tier in their environment, coaching, cleanliness and location. on Thanksgiving, Uli pushed us to our limits so that I could demolish an entire pumpkin pie to myself later in the day!
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November 2022 by Claudia Trejo
So happy to have found such an amazing gym and community! I've been a member since before they officially opened their doors (over 2 yrs) and I still love it! The coaches are amazing! They are super supportive and provide great feedback. I appreciate that I get there and the workout is already planned out, all I have to do is come in with the right attitude and do the workout! The owners are super friendly and have built such a great place. I def recommend if you want to see changes with your health commitments! Don't second guess it, just take on the challenge!
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November 2022 by tara mccarthy
Love this F45 location! I recently became a member and I’m hooked! You get something a little different every time and I always feel the good kind of sore the next day. Uli is a fantastic instructor and his energy and attention to form and technique is much appreciated.
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November 2022 by Nassar Rwashdeh
Best gym ever. Atmosphere is amazing, positive energy all around, the trainers are knowledgeable and motivating.I love this gym.
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October 2022 by April J.
I had been a decade + member of another fitness studio in the same plaza so when I saw F45 was coming, I was intrigued--changes at the studio I was with eliminated strength and cardio classes I enjoyed. I talked to the owner Suzy many times pre-opening and she was so friendly and knowledgeable. I felt like this was just the switch I needed--I even talked my partner into going to the special preview bootcamp at Ballast Point in 2019. What a shock to both our systems! It kicked our asses but that was just the beginning. Fast forward to 2022, I can say I have never felt so strong and motivated to work out! I've completed well over 550 workouts w/F45--definitely a lot more if you count the home zoom workouts during the pandemic. And speaking of that...we were in the middle of a fitness challenge in Spring 2020 and I was on a roll. Then everything was shut down. Owners Suzy and Josh sprung into action and quickly pivoted with first the online workouts, then outdoor workouts. It was a godsend during an extremely stressful time (the horrors of online schooling anyone?) when many things felt out of our control. The coaches and the owners were amazing in checking in and making options available for us to keep on pushing. I completed the challenge even with the modified workouts and was extremely proud of the results, so much so I kept on going and continued to see improvements all through the summer and fall. I have seen many other members transform, and it's been a supportive, friendly environment where partnering makes for everyday chances to meet new people. But it also created a stronger bond with my partner, who has also joined and enjoys the regimen and being able to work out together. As a huge F45 advocate, for anyone wondering if they should give it a try, it's as simple as asking yourself "what do I have to lose?" In terms of giving it a try, absolutely nothing. I understand how many might balk at a premium membership when there's many gyms for less, but there is a big difference in terms of support and personal attention from coaches and the owners. Plus, once I did the math with as much as I go, the cost per class is super reasonable. The workouts don't repeat, and there are new challenges to keep it fresh. Add to that the potential gain in strength, endurance and confidence, and I have seen my investment in my health and wellness pay off tenfold, and the best choice I could have made in helping me achieve a higher level of fitness.
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February 2022 by roxana v.
This is hands down the best gym I've ever been to. I joined late 2020 and have loved it ever since. For the first time ever, I feel a significant difference in the progress I have made this past year. I never imagined I would be able to be this strong both physically and mentally. One of the best things this gym offers is it's stellar trainers! They all make an effort to get you feeling comfortable, help you regularly with correcting your form and offer lots of encouragement through the classes. The classes are rigorous and challenging but anyone can do them at their own pace. I really enjoy the 45 minute class length as it makes it easy to get workouts in even on hectic days. Workouts vary from cardio to strength days depending on the day of the week. The classes' stations vary daily, but don't worry they are easy to follow since all trainers give detailed, modeled explicit instructions on form at the beginning of every class. Still think you might be confused? No worries, they also provide tv monitors showing stations numbers and a model of the daily station exercises. This gym also provides clean towels, a cold water dispenser for refilling bottles, showers, challenges, group events, as well as taking all the necessary covid safety precautions. I love how they thoroughly sanitize between classes and how everything is organized. One of the best parts of this gym is the camaraderie from trainers and fellow members. The motivation you will receive from the group is like no other. If you're looking for a clean gym that will give you awesome results with lots of friendly people, this is absolutely it! You won't be disappointed.
