Jess is very passionate about everything she does and is full of compassion. It's obvious how much…read moreshe cares about each individual she works with and how much she wants to help them. I had a session with her and I still can't believe how big of an impact she made on me. I would highly recommend her services to anyone. She's great!

We met Jessie at a local wedding expo, and my now-husband and I felt an immediate connection with…read moreher. After a discussion about the services she offered, we did a lap around the expo to discuss our thoughts and both agreed Jessie felt like the right fit for our wedding. We immediately returned and booked her for our desired date, which was the first reservation we made for our wedding (even before the venue!). I am so glad we did! Jessie has been amazing to work with. She is so kind and communicative. She wrote us a beautiful ceremony that really fit us and our wants. She gave great options for things that we could include in the ceremony if we wanted and even created a special hand blessing for us based on a different tradition we had mentioned we thought was cool. I loved that she kept some of the ceremony script a surprise until the ceremony itself as it made it feel even more special and impactful to me. We invited Jessie to stay for the remainder of our wedding, and she fit right in with our family and friends. She added a lot of positive energy and love to a magical day. Our guests all loved her and made many positive comments about her ceremony and her as a person. In addition to officiating, we also asked Jessie to lead a morning yoga class on the morning of the wedding. Again, we are so happy we did! I enjoy yoga but don't do it as frequently as I should, and I was on the fence about attending because I was starting to get stressed about wedding logistics. I decided to go, and it was exactly what I needed. Her class was appropriate for all levels, so I didn't feel pressured to do something that was too difficult. Those who are more advanced had options to do things at their level too. After I felt so calm and ready to take on anything that came my way, which significantly helped with my ability to be in the moment for the wedding and let go of control of all the logistics (something I struggle with). All our family in attendance loved the class, including my Mother In Law that is a yoga teacher herself. If you are considering taking her class or having her lead one at your event, do it! We also have been working with Jessie on resilient relationship coaching. It has been very helpful so far in deepening our understanding of each other, supporting each others personal growth, and improving the communication issues we have struggled with over the years. It can be very hard for me to be vulnerable in front of others, but Jessie creates a loving and accepting space that makes it possible to be open and honest in our sessions. Since we are not in the area, we have been able to do the sessions via Zoom, which has been very convenient. Our experience with Jessie has been very positive and we would both highly recommend her to anyone looking for officiating, coaching, or yoga. In fact, I have already recommended her coaching to a family member.

My son has been training on and off under Ahjan Josh since he was four. He's been here more…read moreconsistently now (at age ten) and has grown in his skills since - not just fighting skills, but those of self-discipline, respect, and care for others. He's been allowed to help the younger children and been given responsibility as seen fit. He enjoys coming to class very much. Coach is the kind to push someone past their ability because he sees potential, but not past the point where kids would lose confidence in themselves. It's a fine balance and I appreciate having someone coaching my son who understands and acknowledges this. Also, it's funny because a lot of parents fear that putting their kids in to a fighting class will promote violence but it has done the opposite. My son hasn't gotten in trouble for fighting or any other physical altercations in the past six years. We'll continue coming here!

My son and I have been students here for 2 years. Sifu Alan Myrtle is great with the kids and…read moreadults. You can tell he has been teaching kids for a long time. He is calm and encouraging with them. He also requires they respect him and each other. They love his games! He encourages the kids to compete in Forms/kata and sparring/kumite. The school does well at competitions. For the adults he is a wealth of knowledge on Kenpo and several other styles. Starting you slow and continually letting you in on some more info that helps you get better. Teaching is always sprinkled with a bit of humor. Some of his own black belts help teach classes.

I have been a student at Northwest Martial Arts for many years. Not only will you learn…read moreself-defense, but also build confidence and discipline. If you put in the time, effort and energy, the knowledge gained, as well as the physical, mental and emotional aspects, is beneficial even when not on the mat. Sifu Alan Myrtle is patient, wants the best of each and every student, and would like for you to learn some martial arts history as well as "THE WHY" we do certain movements, etc. During lessons, we have seriousness, as well as sense of humor thrown in there! This creates a balance. I highly recommend Northwest Martial Arts. PS. The dojo is located same side of Safeway but across the street next to Jack's donuts!

Jiu Jitsu is a journey and the people you choose to walk that journey with you is as important as…read morethe lessons that journey will teach you. I visited the different Jiu Jitsu schools in the Redding area before i chose to attend Mendes Jiu Jitsu in Palo Cedro, CA. They are passionate about teaching the art of Jiu Jitsu and the staff are phenomenal from Professor Nate Mendes on down to the Coaches that impart their collective knowledge onto their students. If you are looking for a place to begin your Jiu Jitsu journey and receiving enthusiastic and passionate teaching from phenomenal Jiu Jitsu practitioners then please check out Mendes Jiu Jitsu.

Very impressed with this academy. They have exceeded my expectations. First impression and point of…read morecontact is Kellie. She is highly organized and so helpful. I appreciate that there is someone available to answer questions about new memberships/billing. Very professional. The kids class is massive and they have plenty of instructors on the mat to help. Instruction here is top notch. It's kind of expected that you'll get "thrown to the wolves" when you start jiu jitsu as there are really no "basics/beginner course"; you just immerse and catch up eventually (unless you pay extra for personals). I appreciate that they see when someone needs help and they provide it, instead of leaving you lost and floundering. As for adults class, everyone is friendly and respectful. There are no women's classes (that's fine) and males and females are mixed in class but they do a great job with the culture to ensure the women don't feel intimidated. The female black belt instructors do an amazing job at putting new female students at ease. Everyone is so nice and respectful and I have not had any negative experiences. More emphasis on self-defense aspect here, which I appreciate. Very realistic. But they'll also get you competition-ready if that's your goal too. I appreciate the structure, discipline, and higher expectation here. Quality team and families. Highly recommend!

I moved to Redding in January (2025) after retiring in July 2024. I have always been active but…read moreupon retirement quickly turned into a retired slug. Sad to publicly admit that many days I struggled to get up and doing anything. I read, watched tv and did household chores but that was about it. After reading the February issue of Enjoy (Redding area magazine) which focused on women, our health issues and tons of great articles I saw the ad for FemFit. I knew that I needed to research this option more and after meeting with Mikilah immediately signed up. I have gone to classes 3 times a week for a month and feel better and happier than I have in, maybe, years. Everyone is so nice and welcoming- no judgement just support and friendship. Truly women helping other women! The trainers in the classes make special adjustments for my aging, achy knees and other ladies often ask "how are you feeling today? How is your knee?" Love this place and I can't say enough positive things about it.

I've been going to FemFit for almost two years! When I first started, I had no prior gym…read moreexperience. The coaches are so lovely and the gym is fantastic! The equipment is so nice, and the workouts feel tailored to you. This team of coaches will push you to be your best in the healthiest way possible. I've felt empowered and encouraged to do better, but I've never felt pressured here to go beyond what I'm capable of at that time. At FemFit, we say, "Train the body you have." This motto has helped in many ways! I cannot say enough nice things about the coaches. I'll be sad to move away from Redding at the end of the year, mainly because I can't take FemFit with me. If you're thinking of signing up, do it! You will love your experience with the fantastic people and team at FemFit.

I give this 5 star review wholeheartedly for a number of reasons:…read more- the training (evaluation and instruction) - the relationship (coaching conversations) - customer centric (while they MUST charge a fee for their membership, I don't feel like I'm just a number or a paycheck to them... They're sincere in serving me) My story: I have prior injuries: severe soft tissue injuries (strain) to my bicep tendons, cervical spine, and lumbar spine. Also lifelong pain in right hip flexor. Scoliosis. Thoracic spine stiffness and pain. And difficulty supporting my own breathing. Cumulatively, I've worked with 5 different physical therapists for a total of 10 months (broken into 2-4 month intervals) for different injuries between 2016 and 2019. None of those experiences really "put me back together." After all of this, I eventually joined Align via their remote coaching membership option. Started in January 2021 and have continued to now, December 2021. When I started, I told my coach "I feel fragile." And I did. I felt weak, imbalanced, had constant pain and felt insecure doing many normal activities, like lifting something overhead to put on top of the fridge. I had pain with walking. And I was only 36. But after years of sedentary jobs, sedentary schooling, and significant injuries at part time jobs during school, my previously athletic self now felt frail and weak. I was devastated. But I had seen the educational material that Align publishes for free on their social media. And something in me knew... If anyone could help me, it was them. So I started. And it has been hard work. I learned quickly that my coach can encourage me and teach me, but ultimately I'm the one who has to do the work. And within several months of following the program and working with my coach, I found I was making more progress than I ever did with the physical therapists. Who are DOCTORS...! I felt stronger and more stable through my whole body than I had in the last 15 years. 15 years! I was hooked by that point. The intrinsic reward of stable joints, feeling enormously more capable, enjoying the aesthetic changes, and also the new found self respect... And the pain was decreasing. Align has been giving me the tools and support I need to build this aspect of my life. They are respectful, honest, encouraging, and ridiculously intelligent. I've been a client for nearly 12 months and hope to continue training with them for years to come. What I'm saying is, if you feel weak or in pain, you should call them. Be ready to work. And yes, if you're doing it remotely, you may need to buy some equipment but so far the recommended equipment has added up to like $120 for me and that is very doable. Uneducated trainers are frankly dangerous and can lead you to injury (happened to me in 2012 at an gym in Washington state... While she was watching!). Don't be fooled by their "less expensive" so called "services.". If you are already in pain or feel unstable in your joints, then what you need is a really intelligent trainer who will help you get better, not expose you to further risk for injuries. Which is why I recommend Align. Sorry this is so long, but I'm a words person...!!! Take it or leave it, this is my experience. - Michelle M

Align is a gym filled with people that fight for you and your health. They have helped me get out…read moreof pain from injuries and the wear and tear of a desk job. They have also taught me how to care for my body so that they don't actually become a crutch but so that I can become empowered. Go see this team! They will build you up and strengthen you!

Love this gym and love this community! The coaches are amazing. Always a good time with friends.read more

WHAT A TREAT! I have been to MANY different Crossfit gyms, and Northstate Crossfit was the most…read morefriendly and accommodating one EVER. I traveled an hour down to come as a "Drop-in," so I might post my Open score. I was fortunate enough to have Sandy Woods as my judge, and another member even ran to lost and found to get me a replacement jump rope when mine broke. Just has a warm, welcoming vibe from start to finish. THIS IS A FANTASTIC welcoming well well-organized well well-equipped gym.

My husband and I popped into CrossFit Redding twice while up in the area for Thanksgiving. We were…read moreimmediately greeted by Bryan, the owner and trainer. He was really nice, and his WODs were killer. This box is very spacious with plenty of equipment. Everyone we worked our with was super friendly. I do know that crossfit redding's comp team is phenomenal, which was another motivating factor to choose to visit this gym over others in the area. Thanks, CrossFit Redding! Can't wait to come back over Christmas :)

I absolutely love this gym. Not only do I get amazing programming that builds my strength and…read moreendurance over time, but I love the people! We have an amazing community at CrossFit Redding and I feel comfortable going at anytime and working out with anyone! Definitely worth a drop in if you're in town, and the new remodel looks amazing! Best gym in town!