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December 2024 by Becky R.
Way Too Much Drama at ILKB Pacifica! Save yourself from this sinking business! Check out the attached photos from the owner herself; she posted this stuff to the private Facebook group (entrance is by request only) for the gym members, and hear me out, okay... I've been a member on and off for a few years, but recently, I'm glad to say I'm no longer a part of this place. The drama has become way too overwhelming, and the vibes are just off and honestly messyAF! Pros/Cons The class quality is good, BUT it depends on the instructor you get for that specific class. Pro: Booking & canceling classes via the app they use is convenient, and I liked that it was always easy to navigate. Pro: The gym is gender inclusive, clean, and well-maintained, with basic hygienic amenities available in all restrooms. Now, the Cons Please do yourself a favor and read this before committing to a trial or even a membership: The staff changes constantly: This year alone, nearly ten staff members have either left, quit (with or without notice), or been fired abruptly. When a new hire starts, you have to endure their rocky adjustment period and hope they improve--but many don't. Cheating Scandal: A cheating scandal involving the owners, Chi and Elaine, rocked the studio and basically destroyed trust for the members here. The gossip spread like wildfire, but the owners never addressed or made a statement about it. Instead, they let things fester. To my very last day you still had people just out right talking about it between classes because literally everyone found out. Messy Management: When a staff member was let go, things got even messier--see the attached post for details. The comment section for that statement made by that manager was all over the place. And now, in the second week of December 2024, three more team members, including the manager, have announced their simultaneous departure. Shady Practices Despite rumors that the studio will close before the end of 2025, they still continue to sell the one-year memberships. This feels incredibly shady and dishonest. Try this place at your own risk. From what I've experienced as of my last time joining and now exit, this studio is spiraling downward. Save your money and find a better option! Best of luck to all.
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November 2024 by Stefanie M.
This place is fabulous! For anyone hesitant to join up, don't be! I was first a little wary of sparring with others, but there are 2 4pm classes a week (Tue/Thu) that are technique only, so it's just you and the bag! Also a great way to break into the right way to destroy inanimate objects. The class is conveniently located (parking, near major roads/highway), the times I've gone I've never felt crowded and the coaches always take time to show you the moves, and then walk to each person to make sure they are doing it right to avoid injury/strain. Also, BIG plus - if you join up, you get FREE gloves!! Woot woot! The other attendees are super supportive AND we take a pic after every class (optional). So fun! GO! Go NOW!
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November 2024 by Nat W.
Let me begin with I did enjoyed the actual fitness classes during my trial; the workouts were fun, and the coaches did a good job in class. But honestly, my experience was overshadowed by the head staff's lack of attentiveness, which is why I decided NOT to sign up. Right after my first class finished, the coach was already trying to sell me on membership, even though I told them I wanted to finish my trial first. I was then told that waiting would mean a higher registration fee, from $47 on the first day to almost $200 (not including the membership itself), which felt a little unfair as I wanted to see how the rest of my trial went. I accepted it. I also asked about a healthcare worker discount, and was told it's only available with manager or owner approval on sign up. On a weekend, I was able to schedule a Saturday class and had the chance to meet the owner, Elaine, and asked her a few questions about membership prices and the gym. It felt off-putting that with her being the owner she didn't seem to know the prices and was stumbling on numbers and then just referred me to speak with her manager, Sonia. After my final class I had the chance to chat to Sonia, she then said they don't offer healthcare discounts, and prices are the same for everyone. During my chat with her I honestly felt rushed and brushed off. I stepped to the side telling her I wanted to think about the prices. Both the owner and manager showed to be more interested in chatting with the regulars and taking photos than giving new people the time of day. After the manager finished with me, Sonia went over to a member (Mag, I think was the name) and greeted them with a hug and big smile. Crazy that a potential new member can't get even a fraction of that kind of friendliness! I would like to add that upon getting to chat with a few members in between classes I found out two big things. First was that this place does indeed give discounts to healthcare workers, public servant workers and teachers - even without showing credentials for confirmation at time of sign up. The second is that a big reason this place appears to have so many positive reviews is because they do a members only bingo card game once a year or so, and one of the boxes they need to check off is to leave a review on Google/Yelp/FB where they are "encouraged to leave positive reviews". This to me is more like an unofficial way to rack up five-star reviews and explains why their rating is so high. I enjoyed the challenging classes, the gym itself is visually nice and kept pretty clean, and the coaches clean up the training area after every class. However, the head staff seem more focused on their own cliques and group photos than trying to be attentive to new potential members. If they keep up with that attitude, more people will feel overlooked just as I felt.
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March 2024 by Cece hom
It was the best class I been to for a while love the vibe and teacher are cool and his name is Sunshine and love how he gets everyone involve and will help you as whomever need it it was just amazing first class experienced
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February 2024 by Meme Than
My only workout place for a year now! Instructors are friendly, motivating and always energetic. I always go to night class, and come back home with joy and more energy! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to do regular workout and have much fun!!! Especially, love their theme nights!!!
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February 2024 by Se Libertattem
The best place to train, best trainers, best routine. Beautiful place. I love it
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February 2024 by Patrick Craig
Decided to go in big time on losing weight and cardio's usually the way to do it, which I HATE! However, iLBK has been a huge part of my weight loss journey (down 15 pounds!) and an incredibly engaging way to do said cardio exercise.
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February 2024 by Tessa O'Dowd
I've been going to ILKB Pacifica for 3 years now and love the workout. It never gets old and I always feel great after. The instructors are amazing and they take pride in the cleanliness of the studio as well.
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February 2024 by Linda Chan-Kim
Love this place! The staff, classes and studio are just what I was looking for to build strength, stamina and community. I always have fun no matter what class I'm taking because the staff makes it so you want to keep coming back. Also, the FitFam here is amazing. Everyone is friendly, encouraging and just all around wonderful people.
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February 2024 by Michelle Viray
I’ve been going to ILKB Pacifica for over 5 years. The instructors are awesome! They provide a motivating atmosphere that makes each class an empowering experience. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a challenging and enjoyable fitness journey!
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January 2024 by Anthony Urbina
I’ve been a member for over 3 years and ILKB is a fantastic place work out your body and mind.
There is always an enthusiastic vibe and energy that makes you push yourself physically. Heart rates up, high intensity, stretching, punching, kicking and cooling down..
Great instructors and friends..a true fitness family.
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January 2024 by Francis Li
I've been coming here for over a year now religiously! Great trainers and members. Just this class alone helped me get back into shape and I feel better overall. Life is good with ILKB!
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January 2024 by Viki Beatty
I joined a few months ago and absolutely love this place! Best workouts I've ever had, and I've been working out and and off for many years. Instructors are fun, facilities are clean, members are very friendly and welcoming , and you get a great cardio + HIIT + strength + mobility workout.
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January 2024 by Monica R
IloveKickboxing is one of the best workout that you can do A LOT in an hour. The sweat I get now compare to other classes I attended before is Nothing to this!!! The Staff at Pacifica Ca are friendly and always pushes you to do a great workout. The Cleanliness, the vibe and everyone’s smile after a hard workout will be the Best feeling ever! every punch, kicks, squats, pushups ARE Worth IT!
Update: YEAR 2024 and Im Still Going ...sore muscles, strong back, gaining muscles and seeing an unbelievable packs!!!. nothing can stop me, IM ALL THE way UPPPP! **wink!
New perks from the studio, medicine balls, technique classes and resistance band class and never ending prices all year round. I think they have given like the whole agenda of what our body needs , and what members look for. Name it, they got it.
I'm one of the members who has stayed committed to change my lifestyle when it comes to selfcare, call me the senior clan of ILKB hehehehe. I hope you get to enjoy and love it too like we all did. Shout out to all the amazing coaches and who runs this studio till this day. I don’t think I will ever stop renewing my membership since I also found my set of friends who loves food and just having a good time. Love you ILKB fitfams!
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January 2024 by Vanessa Paiz
I really love it here. It feels like family every time I come in. Nobody judges you here! It’s filled with amazing staff and amazing members!
