Best Gyms with Functional Training Equipment near San-diego, California

It is a beautiful area but why did they forget this area we are sitting on dirt watching our children play baseball theres bleachers in 3 spots but the fourth area is all dirt 🤔🥺🥺🥺

The facility itself is adequate. It seems to be regularly cleaned at least. It's smaller than other San Diego Y's and doesn't offer all the amenities of the larger Y's but at a basic level it does the job. However, I have to agree with other reviewers of this Y, the customer service (entry & front desk) in the mornings is awful. They are not helpful at all and quite often the employees in these areas, their attitudes border on arrogance. I find it to be truly comical. They lack knowledge about the YMCA's published policies & shouldn't be in a customer contact position at all. Additionally, Jackie Robinson Y, seems to have as many days when its closed or "closing early" as to days when it's fully open. But its one of the cheaper Y's in San Diego and you get what you pay for. On several occasions I've seen little girls who I assume are kindergarten or 1st, 2nd graders, inside the male locker room with their dad's, I guess. I've seen this not only at this Y but others in the area. There are signs asking men not to bring opposite sex small children into the male locker room. Strange they don't already know NOT to do this.

Worst customer service ever. They have an issue that they need to close the pool for around 2 weeks. I only pay my membership for my kids using the pool but we have to stop using that because of their issue. I asked to extend or refund my membership for those 2 weeks. Then they said they cannot do that. That meant I lost money for my 2 weeks family membership. It's so stupid, doesn't make sense to me. Why they could do that . I paid my membership for a month but can use only half month. Super stupid customer service. No more membership here.....

They are amazing! We have been stuck at home with flood damages and horrible mold smells when my apartments were not able to provide us with shelter but everyone else that was in the flood got hotel rooms and whatever reason they have we didnt get one … YMCA , they were able to provide us with a hotel and other resources. When i gave up they came to me like an angel 💜 our family really appreciate’s everything they are doing for us !

Spectacular state of the art facility with as many machines, weights, and classes as you could possibly need. The facility was very well maintained and the young man at the front desk was courteous toward us visiting from out of town. Our YMCA membership was easily found and accepted...we are thankful for the great customer service he provided. Highly recommend this YMCA if in San Diego!

super nice staff with very polite and courteous gym members. nobody ignores their cardio and diet. everyone goes hard and lifts heavy yet still maintains proper form and full range of motion. i think there is only one guy who only guy does triceps push downs and slams the weights after every set so everyone knows he’s there 😆🏋🏼‍♂️ if i were to score this gym against every gym in the country i would say 8.7? 8.9 maybe. there is room to park a tractor trailer and get a shower lift some weights and eat some tacos 🌮

I like this gym a lot glad I am a member here’s a few pictures of this location also video message me for any ?

This location was nasty. Absolutely gross. The red light and tanning booths both hadn't been wiped down at all. The gal at the front had an attitude and said it's the customers job to wipe them down. It's not. It's yours. People go into these things barefoot. You do NOT allow one person to go in there and then leave it as is for th next. That's how disease is spread. It's beyond gross and I'm beyond disgusted. I just payed an extra $39 this month, on top of my regular gym membership fee, for the upkeep of equipment. What a RIP OFF!!!!! Not to mention, the hours here in CA all suck. Even Bend, OR has a CLEAN gym and is back to 24 hrs weeks. I'm so disappointed. Do better. I hate leaving nasty reviews, but this is the final straw for me. There is a law to make sure that places like this are kept clean to keep the public safe. I only get 2 min to get ready to get into the red light/tan booth. Those 2 min have been used up CLEANING your equipment. Not cool. Also, there's no trash cans in any of these rooms. The dirty paper towels go on the floor...? Today I actually thought about canceling and switching gyms. So lame...I wish I could leave a much nicer review, because the one guy was super nice when I first came in.

I've been to plenty of planet fitness around the area but this one was the cleanest. It's a smaller gym but all their equipment works nicely. Kinda hard to find a planet fitness with all the equipment working correctly. Shout-out to the worker Roberto for showing me around. 🤝

I have been to many other PF locations and this one has by far the worst looking locker room/shower experience of any that I have visited so far. I have had better in many other 3rd world countries. I can’t take photos in the locker room for obvious reasons, so just envision layers of filth and hair and grease.

I always have an amazing experience at the gym, thanks to my dedication and two outstanding staff members named Erica and Shelby! This front desk duo at the gym is truly remarkable, effortlessly navigating a wide range of situations with style and grace. Whether managing membership inquiries, addressing concerns, or handling busy rush hours, they consistently maintain a warm smile and a positive attitude. Their ability to connect with diverse clientele, from seasoned athletes to newcomers, fosters a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the gym experience for everyone. It’s inspiring to see how they remain composed and professional, turning potentially stressful moments into seamless interactions. Their dedication truly makes the gym a better place. Their teamwork is impressive, and they genuinely go above and beyond to ensure every member feels welcome. I can’t recommend working out enough— especially with them at the front desk, they truly elevate the overall experience! Five stars!

They were able to pull off a decent PF from a less than average retail plaza. They have all the same equipment as others but it’s a tight design and not much room. Other than that it’s good. Always recommend a Black Card

I tried going for a bit,good part of a year, but after not feeling comfortable going because of how the equipment seemed to be in need of repair a lot, not to mention this location not having classes, abd trying to join class at other locations was just to difficult, I canceled my membership. The only thing they ever asked if me was "Why are you canceling?" Not how things could have improved or been better. Staff was overall nice. Hated going because if I wasn't early then i couldn't use the machines I wanted, and alot of the younger gym goers just didn't follow the rules of common courtesy and it never really seemed to be enforced. Lacking in free weight options compared to other gyms I'd been a part of. Only really good plus was location to my house, and staff was generally friendly at least.

Terrible experience, completely unprofessional gym, staff and management! Went it weeks prior to cancel membership which I was forced to do because they do not give you an option on the app. So upon going into gym to sign I was canceling my membership the staff at counter could not get the computer to work so they wrote a note and assured me I would be getting an email which I never received. Now upon next cycle I’m charged so I not call the facility and speak with Sean to find out the manager because I have had no help so far, was told there was never a note made and given time manager will be in which is not all Weekend long on a Friday morning. Unprofessional all around. Will be returning Monday to re do canceling my membership and upon refund I will take post down other wise this stands as worse gym to go to.

The owner of this franchised PF doesn't clean it very well. One of the showers is leaking water from the spout, about a gallon every 2 minutes. This has been going on for a couple of weeks. Before that, another one was leaking as bad and wasn't fixed or turned off for about a month. And that one still isn't up for use. The staff are very good and are friendly.

I've been working with Alexa, as my personal trainer, since March of last year. I have increased my strength and feel very strong as a result of her expertise and encouragement. She is kind, fun and makes working out not seem like a chore! We have great conversations and she never stops pushing me to lift more and heavier. The gym is nice; as a 51 year old woman, I never feel awkward about being there. I'd love for some new mats (they are old), but overall I love working out here, and Alexa makes it even better!

Front desk girl at this gym was extremely helpful and polite. If not for her, I would probably give this place 3 stars. Only has one squat rack and much of their equipment is dirty and disorganized. Overall, not a terrible gym.

Wow let me start off by saying this is my favorite Crunch location. The staff are super friendly and greet you with a warm welcome feeling as soon as you walk in. The facility is always super clean and nice. (: I would recommend everyone to this gym. Try it out !

I have been a member at this gym for about a year and a half now. I love the gym, it is spacious, it has a sauna among other things and the staff is awesome. I joined their personal training program around May 2024 with Sophia. The whole PT team is great, very knowledgeable and encouraging. Sophia cares about her clients and works with me to reach my weight training goals. With her help I have been able to hit personal bests several times and feel very confident in the gym. She is very knowledgeable about weight training, nutrition, and how everythung works together to obtain the best results from my workouts. I highly recommend Sophia and the rest of the PT team here at Crunch Fitness University.

First and foremost, I came to Crunch with little to no experience in the gym. I, of course, was initially intimidated. Three months later, the Crunch at University Square has become my "safe space". The clientele are friendly, non-judgmental, respectful, and largely serious about working out. The staff are beyond welcoming. They are genuinely interested in the well-being of the gym goers and are invested in seeing them grow. I often see the staff assisting and advising different individuals on their own time. HOWEVER, the MOST generous, helpful, caring and supportive staff member is unquestionably their personal trainer, Sam. I have had the good fortune of training with Sam for 3 months now, bi-weekly. I have seen a dramatic change in my physique. And it's not just me; my family, friends and acquaintances constantly comment on my transformation. Sam has a Degree in Kinesiology and is working towards her DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy). She is not only encouraging but extremely knowledgeable. For someone who is just beginning, intermediate, or an expert in the gym, I can guarantee Sam can teach you something new about your body and yourself. I had hoped to grow physically as a result of taking personal training... And I did. But I never dreamed of how much I would grow on a personal level. Sam has helped me reach my goals inside and outside of the gym. Would recommend! Thanks so much to everyone at Crunch and a big Thank You to Sam for helping me become my best self. -Oliver Maurice Martin

I wanna give a shout out to the employee Jonathan. He was courteous, kind, helpful, and made our experience awesome! Unfortunately, the bearded owner or manager that was on site was rude and dismissive of my friend and myself while we were there. If it wasn’t for Jonathan, I probably would’ve gave this place two stars.

Nate at the counter was extremely helpful and resourceful. The gym was easy going with lots of places to climb for all different skill levels. Also, the outdoor workout space is great!

Great gym. You will get strong if you commit to climbing here a lot. The owner is a solid dude and cares a lot about his gym. Setting can be weird for tall people but just adopt the Megos approach.

I've been climbing on and off for about 5 years and I've never felt so welcomed at a climbing gym. The Grotto community is so supportive, and the staff is always so friendly and helpful. The setting is great and they have a good variety of problems for all skill levels. The yoga classes are also a great bonus! I highly recommend Grotto to anyone looking to get into climbing or just looking for a great community to be a part of.

Grotto climbing and yoga is a great place for climbing, yoga, and fitness. The facilities are clean and well maintained. The staff is always super friendly and knowledgeable. The climbing is definitely challenging and there are plenty of routes to try. The yoga classes are great and the instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend Grotto to everyone!

Amazing Muay Thai Gym! Pacific Roots is incredible! The coaches are highly skilled and supportive, making it perfect for all levels. The training is intense yet fun, and the atmosphere is welcoming and motivating. My daughter has improved so much since joining. Highly recommend for anyone interested in Muay Thai!

I’ve been training at Pacific Roots Muay Thai for a while now, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best gyms I’ve ever been to. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about the sport, and genuinely care about your progress. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, they offer great instruction to get you where you wanna be. Love this gym!

Pacific Roots Muay Thai is honestly such a great gym. The coaches and the community here are what make it special. Everyone is super knowledgeable, kind, and welcoming, which makes it an awesome place whether you’re just starting out, a more experienced fighter, or somewhere in the middle. Seeing how dedicated and passionate everyone is at this gym is really inspiring. Plus, they take hygiene and safety seriously, which I really appreciate. People make sure to wipe down the equipment with disinfectant, and the space is always clean. If you’re looking for a place to learn, train, and be around amazing people who love the sport, this is it

If you want to learn real muay thai come to this gym. Kru Shaun is the real deal. Coaches and team here really care about you and will strive to get you to your full potential. Only good people here at Pacific Roots. Been here for a year and half and I claim everyone as family.

I have moved around a lot in the past decade so I have tried a lot of different combat sport gyms across the country and can confidently say that Pacific Roots offers comprehensive high quality Muay Thai instruction and training for all ages and ability levels regardless of what your goals are. There are folks looking to get a full-body workout while learning striking to those training for championship bouts. There are lots of opportunities for those looking to compete with an active competition team that participate in developmental point sparring, amateur fights and national tournaments. All the coaches are very knowledgeable and provide valuable feedback in classes. There is a very strong sense of community and everyone is supportive of one another.

Overview: The BEST climbing gym in San Diego, welcoming community, great facilities —— Grotto changed my life. After my first visit, I fell in love with bouldering and signed up for a membership the very next day. The sense of community here is so strong - the people I’ve met here have become like a second family, and this gym feels like a home away from home. —— Facilities: This is exclusively a bouldering gym with a variety of sections, competition walls, a spray wall, and an adjustable MoonBoard. - Route setting schedule posted next to the water fountains and next to the fitness area - Each wall stays up for around 2 months and a different wall is reset every 2 weeks - Their mats are soft, a LOT softer than Mesa Rim - There’s dedicated holds to help you climb down marked by a red tape square - Also it’s faster to sign the waiver online before coming! —— Fitness Area: - Great for supplementing climbing, it would be even better if there were cable machines - Strength Training: Squat racks, benches, free weights, barbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, resistance bands - Cardio Machines: Elliptical, treadmill, stationary bike, and rowing machine - Hang Board Area: A wide variety of holds for grip training Yoga: - Free for members - Different types of yoga from slow, rhythmic flows to strength-based power yoga - Classes are scheduled in the morning or evening depending on the day and location - Easy sign-up; check the schedule and reserve your spot online - Make sure you sign up at the correct location! (Miramar and not Mission Valley) Amenities: - Bathrooms with free tampons and hair ties - Two changing rooms - Water fountains with a refill station - Dog-friendly! Water bowls are located next to bathrooms - Plenty of cubbies for storage, including smaller ones near seating areas and a larger storage area. —— Membership Perks: - 1 free guest pass per month (usable anytime) - An additional guest pass on the last Friday of every month - Access to both G1 (Mission Valley) and G2 (Miramar) locations - Free yoga classes —— Pricing: - Regular Monthly: $98 (+ $100 initiation fee) - Discounted Monthly (Military, First Responder, Student): $93 (+ $100 initiation fee) - 10-Day Membership: $49 Prepaid Options: - 1 Month: $151 - 6 Months: $540 - 12 Months: $972 Pass Options: - Day Pass: $31 - 5 Punch Pass: $140 - 10 Punch Pass: $279 - 20 Punch Pass: $476 - 30 Punch Pass: $684 Extras Purchases: - Drinks, protein shakes, and bars available for purchase - Shoe rentals $7 - Chalk rentals $4 - Shirts, sweatshirts, pants, shoes, and chalk also for sale —— Seating and Workspace: - There’s plenty of seating around the gym— plastic garden chairs and wooden stumps with small cushions. - A large communal table with outlets; great for charging devices or getting some work done (music is always playing, so if you need concentration, bring your own headphones) Crowds and Parking: - Quiet Sessions: Visit in the mornings - Busier Times: After work hours (around 6 PM) - Extra Crowded Days: Mondays and Wednesdays (UCSD climbing club meets at 7 PM), and Thursdays (adult climbing class starts at 6:30 PM) - Parking can fill up quickly on busy days, but street parking is available nearby —— The staff are so genuinely nice and welcoming, they set Grotto apart from all the other gyms. —— Overall: Whether you want to try out climbing for the first time or you’re an experienced climber looking for a gym, I can’t recommend Grotto enough.

Really nice gym with super fun boulders! Issues are in the safety aspects. Serious lack of down climb holds, especially on vert/slab terrain. Also some pretty unsafe setting with large volumes low on the wall and in fall zones. I stepped on multiple large screws on the mats as well.

Amazing gym! The price is definitely worth it. The atmosphere and people climbing there are so nice and friendly. They have spray wall here which is a must for every gym in my opinion. As well as adjustable board climbing and comp routes. Also the setting here is lovely! Kudos to the setters they're doing an astounding job!

My partner and I recently visited Grotto during our trip to San Diego. Pros: The staff at the front desk was awesome. They were very welcoming and generally peppy. The gym also really felt like it was working to cultivate that community that gyms thrive on. Very clean and diverse climbs. Cons: the day pass was very expensive for how small the gym was. It was almost $30. The workout area also wasn’t great. The treadmills kept stuttering when I tried to run and I felt like I was sort of in the middle of things. I’m really glad we checked it out, but we are going to keep exploring other gyms in the area.

This gym is the best gym in San Diego. The setting is 100% the best. Justin is really nice, and I like the music he plays. The other climbers are really friendly too. The vibe is right.

Horrible business model. My daughter only went a few times but because of the self-management system, if you miss the weekly deadline to input your session, they charge you $50 for the week and are non-existent over the phone to fix any problems you have with your membership. I have been trying to get a hold of them for a month now to cancel my membership and can’t get a hold of anyone, so I keep getting charged.

This training is tremendously useful for kids. All the staff members are so pleasant! My 8 year old loves the program options and I love the times and flexibility. Excellent facility and great service! Dani, Patrick and Coach Kevin - you are providing a fantastic service to the parents and of course the children!

Bought a Groupon to use the golf simulator. When I called trying to schedule a time, I was told that they acted like they didn't know anything about a Groupon offer and then said they didn't think they were honoring it even though it was still within the timeline of redemption. They cited something about new ownership and took my info and said they would get back to me. Not only did they not get back to me but over the next month I called every week and left messages with my name and phone number very clearly each time because they never picked up the phone once. They didn't return my call once and still haven't. Luckily Groupon refunded my purchase but Redline truly deserves this sub-par review for what appears to be a deliberate effort in avoiding customer service.

Had a golf lesson with Marcus at the golf academy and he was awesome! Extremely knowledgeable and was able to apply some quick tweaks to have me hitting lasers. Highly recommended!

Had an amazing club fitting lesson with Marcus. Very charismatic, attentive and knowledgable coach. I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to get fitted as he goes into detail about your ball flight, spin, and various other metrics to suggest the best club specifications.

I had such a great class with Neekon! I have been doing Pilates for a while and this was one of my favorite workouts I’ve done. Neekon is so sweet and the studio has such a great vibe. I wish I lived closer to this location so I could come more often.

Great instructors, great music and the best workout! I highly recommend Bodyrok!

I love this studio! I’ve tried going back to a regular gym but nothing beats having a great workout already created for you, being surrounded by positive and helpful coaches, as well as the positive energy of being surrounded by other people doing the workout together. The unlimited monthly membership is absolutely worth it for my health so if you’re debating signing up based on price, it’s way cheaper than a trainer at the gym and it’s the only workout that has helped me workout consistently so I’m definitely saving in future health care costs🙌🏽

I always have an amazing workout and a lot of fun at F45 PQ and 4 s Ranch locations:) All the coaches are so energetic and enthusiastic, very knowledgeable and motivational!!! The gyms are spotless clean and the staff is superb ❤️

F45 (especially these locations run by KCK) are more than a gym. You will meet great members, encouraging trainers, and owners. It’s like getting personal training for a standard membership cost.

Love the 4S ranch studio. AMAZING coaches and best owners. Highly motivating envrironment and over the time it feels like a community in itself that workout together and motivates each other to do better. Cannot ask for a better place for my fitness journey.b

A regular at F45. The people experience makes the workout so much more motivating, which becomes a key challenge when you're thinking about going or not going. The coaches are great, the owners are terrific and everybody has a great attitude. It makes the workout an enjoyable experience.

Bay Club Carmel Valley is an outstanding facility that truly has it all! From cycling classes and Pilates to a game room for the kids and a swimming pool, they offer activities for every age and interest. The variety of amenities ensures there’s something for everyone, whether you’re looking to work out, relax, or have fun with your family. The staff is incredibly kind, respectful, and always ready to help. The facility is well-maintained, with everything in excellent condition and very clean, which adds to the overall positive experience. I highly recommend Bay Club Carmel Valley for anyone looking for a top-tier fitness and recreation center. It’s worth every penny!

The 11am Sat dance class is the best! Bolly Dance! So fun and lively! The Wed 12pm dance class is also amazing with the lights off and disco ball. So fun! Wish it was possible to drop in to a class for around $30 instead of $50. Gym equipment is outdated but the vastness of the entire complex make up for it. Wish the basketball court schedule was online because sometime the pickle ball people play where the basketball court is for a large chunk of time so it's hard to get to play if you don't know the schedule. Wall yoga is really nice. Also wish the cafe sold espresso drinks. Would love to have an iced latte after my workout around noon but they only have coffee up until 11:00 a.m. but it is free so you have to work out really early if you want to enjoy the coffee but I wouldn't mind paying for a coffee if they had a espresso machine so I could go there workout and then have a coffee so I can go to work super energized. I think as well since it is like a community center it would be nice if they had community events like meet and greets or dinners or appetizers or just social hours so that way everyone could have a chance to meet each other because you start to recognize people because you go all the time but it would be nice to have an event to break the ice and make some workout friends to help keep you motivated and so you would have a gym buddy! Because my friends didn't want to pay the price to join so I didn't have a gym buddy so I cancelled my membership.

This gym has it all and it feels like a second home. You can workout, relax, and even meet new friends. In just one month, I have become more fit, happy, and relaxed. Thank you, Bay Club for keeping me young! My father passed away just before Thanksgiving, and the Bay Club has brought life back into my life!

We re-joined the club in Feb. We love it since it is great location for the area resident and ample parking spot. They have added great new classes like Ignite and Hit. They also have outdoor classes so inside classes do not get crowded. The reason for 4 star is with being a huge place with cafeteria there is a big need for recycling bin and unfortunately they have none. I did complain to one of the staff and he said he is completely all for it and he has mentioned to the management. Also equipment in the inside need to be cleaned once in a while.

Please do yourself a favor and choose a different club. The membership rate is ridiculous, the staff it rude, there is no parking and there is no available equipment like treadmills, bicycles and stair masters. You can get much more and better at different club. This club is not worth it for what they charge for membership

I switched to this club in January after seeing that the club was incredibly clean, has had a beautiful remodel and all of the equipment is brand new. The real value though has been working out with trainer Lexy. Lexy has easily taken my workouts and results to the next level. Crunch also has technology that measures my results monthly. The amazing thing is that this training program costs significantly less per month than my previous gym.

I’ve been coming this last year and honestly love this place. Really clean and organized and most of the time the gym goers will leave you alone. The staff is super sweet, and will literally remember you even if you haven’t said anything. Shout out to Brittany, she always makes me feel like family and hooks me up with all the special features of the gym!!

The facility is clean and well maintained. The staff are friendly and personable. I have been coming to Crunch Carmel Valley at least three times a week for four years. That being said, I am a big fan of the recent renovations and general improvements. I love the addition of new and duplicated equipment because it has cut down the time waiting around and increased my versatility. I actively recommend Crunch to my family and friends.

The 6am Spin class on Mondays and Thursdays taught by Melissa is fabulous! A 10/10! Finally a class offered in the morning so we can get the workout done before work with great music, a great workout, and a fun experience overall. The class is a calorie scorcher and you gain strength at the same time. Great addition to your spin classes!

I have to say best gym experience I have ever had. The front desk young ladies Brittany and Amanda immediately made me feel welcome. Extremely genuine. Highly recommend this location. Very clean and overall friendly environment.