I love BCT!! This review is long overdue because I've been going there and training with Wendy, the owner, for over a year. Wendy is amazing. She's a great trainer, and even knows about nutrition and and healthy eating if you're looking for guidance with that. She always has a positive and encouraging energy with her clients, and will base your sessions around your personal fitness goals. The studio is clean and has everything you need for a great workout, including drinking water and towels. Another great perk is the convenient scheduling system where you can schedule your workouts on the BCT app and even cancel if something comes up. (I hate to cancel though because BCT is my "happy place"). I'm stronger, healthier and happier since joining BCT! I can't recommend Wendy and BCT more highly!! read more

Update: Results. Results. Results! After all is said and done, what matters most is if your gym gets you the results you want/need. Training with Merrit at Beach Cities for only four short months has yielded me RESULTS! I lost 6.2% body fat while maintaining my weight. I went from having 24.9% down to just 18.7% body fat! I lost fat, gained lean muscle. I'm ecstatic! Things can only get better from here. When you have a kickass, awesome trainer like I do - you will get better & stronger! I look forward to training at Beach Cities - the workouts are varied, challenging and fun! Thank you Merrit for all your help. Looking forward to more achievements! It is very rare to find a gym where the trainer genuinely cares about you & your goals, where the environment is fun & never intimidating, and where the other members are friendly and nice. Love BCT! Trust me, you will too! read more

Beach Cities Training - Trainers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Our daughter started training at BCT while doing an internship at Northrop Grumman during the summer. My husband and came to visit her for a month and had the pleasure of working out at BCT during our stay. Many times we were able to train as a family, which was a plus! We were fortunate to work with both Wendy and Merrit during our stay in Redondo Beach. The three of us have different goals and they adjusted our workouts based on our individual needs. Personally I am taking with me a lot of ideas on how to continue working out and appreciated the emphasis on ensuring I was keeping good form and being challenged while exercising. My husband and I are moving to China and my daughter will soon leave to go back to college. We will surely miss BCT and their wonderful trainers. We are grateful that we were able to work out in such a positive and inspiring environment during our stay. read more

Beach Cities Training - Eric and Diana working hard but still smiling! - Trainers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Great place. Very clean, plenty of equipment. All trainers seem very dedicated to their clients but my trainer, George Asmar is fantastic. He is so knowledgeable about nutrition and muscle groups. He diagnoses body mechanics and works to improve specific problem areas. Each workout is different and reason for stretch or exercise is fully explained. He has made me a believer in his approach as I've definitely seen real change body and endurance in a fairly short time. read more

Excellent, friendly and well Equipped gym. George my trainer, has kept me engaged, challenged and safe through our sessions. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to others. Good focused atmosphere. read more

If you're like me, you're scanning Yelp, looking for affordable personal training with trainers who actually enjoy training people! (Seems like a normal thing to want but hard to find, right?!) If that meets your criteria, BCT is for you! From the first time I contacted BCT, they were professional, caring and helpful. What sticks out to me is the clean and stylish gym, the upbeat music, my trainer's positive energy and the ease of scheduling! I don't feel like I'm trying to beat the clock or that I'm just another customer. BCT offers a different type of training than you may be used to. While it is "personal" and everything is customized, there are usually a few other people being trained in the gym at the same time by the same trainer--and yet they are all doing workouts customized to their abilities/activity levels. It's amazing! My trainer doesn't count my reps for me, but she teaches me what to do and critiques my form as I go--it's empowering. I have learned to really like this because I'm more engaged and aware of what my body is doing. My BCT trainer also helps me make better decisions about nutrition and lifestyle choices, which has been such a bonus for me! I may show up as a grumpy non-morning-person-bed-head, but I leave every session sweaty and feeling more confident after a dose of Merrit's contagious positive energy! Overall, I am extremely happy and becoming healthier physically, mentally and emotionally thanks to BCT! I plan to stick around for a long time. Check it out, I promise you won't be disappointed. read more

I started training with Merrit almost two years ago. At the time I had recently started my first full time desk job and my metabolism literally came to a grinding halt. I had never struggled with weight but suddenly I was a miserable expanding blob. I started working with Merrit and within a year I was down 15 lbs with pretty enviable abs - which I've maintained! I'm now my best shape since college and I am so grateful to have found her. The pricing and schedule flexibility at BCT was totally key for me, and it is the reason I'll never leave! Merrit made it possible for me to live everyday in awesome shape and I truly don't think I could have done it (or afforded to do it) anywhere else. If you want to get real results and make permanent changes then you need to check this place out! :) read more

I've recently begun training with Wendy and I already feel a difference in my energy levels. She makes the workouts fun, which is extremely important to me since I find traditional exercise to be intensely boring. As a result, for the first time in my life, I am truly excited about my personal fitness. Thank you Wendy! Thank you Beach Cities Training! read more

BCT is a great gym with a great vibe. Wendy is the owner and main trainer and is awesome...always looking for ways to improve the workout experience for you and she works you hard but doesn't push you to the point where you feel like you can't walk the next day! read more

Awesome! I love coming here. Everyone is very nice, I get a great workout and excellent value for the price (depending on how many times a week you go, it's about a couple hundred/month--rather than per week--for personal training--yes, please!). I'm getting great results, I don't have to think about my workouts at all. Merrit and Wendy do that for me:) Since I moved to the South Bay, I've been a member of 24 Hour (yuck!), UFC (okay, but got old), Spectrum (great facility, but so boring I almost died) and now BCT. In my experience, none of the other gyms compare. I'm in love with BCT. Pros: Plenty of parking Knowledgeable trainers Always a great workout - that I don't have to think about (freedom!) Tailored training program Clean, attractive environment (doesn't smell like a gym either!) Friendly trainers and trainees Good music - not too loud, but still energizing Appointments - so I don't blow off training Cons: This isn't really a 'con' because the trainers watch you more than enough to make sure your form is right and that you're getting the workout you need. But if you want somebody to stand 6 inches away from you and stare at you for each and every rep of each and every set, chatting with you about your love life, you might feel somewhat-not-the-center-of-attention. But that's what hairdressers are for! Go there to talk. Come here to get in shape;) HIGHLY RECOMMEND this gym! read more

I've been working with Wendy for a while. She's AMAZING! She motivational and very encouraging. She's very easy to talk to, which makes you feel comfortable. I love the family environment. We are all here to pick each other up and push each other to reach our goals. The location is great! The center of the beach cities (Manhattan, Redondo, and Hermosa). I love that instead of warming up on the treadmill, I can simply take a nice jog around the neighborhood. Wendy and Merrit are the best! Don't let their pretty faces fool you! read more

I was looking for a personal trainer in redondo beach--well, actually a South Bay trainer near my job and I'm so glad I found BCT for my personal fitness needs. I've been seeing Wendy for almost 2 months now, and I have to say that I truly enjoy coming here to work out. I can already see the results from working out and I look forward to seeing more results. I've even gotten nutrition advice since I've started--hopefully soon I'll follow it haha. Wendy is very knowledgeable and I really like that every time I come, she gives me a different routine! If you're looking for a boutique gym in the South Bay, you should definitely give Beach Cities Training a shot. I really like the flexibility with scheduling, the personalized workouts, and the overall friendly atmosphere. I work nearby, so I needed to find a gym near Lawndale--and this was a perfect solution for me. If you're bored of a traditional gym, then this is the place for you! And huge props for being a gay-friendly establishment that's welcoming to everyone. read more

Merrit does an awesome job of keeping me motivated to work out! She has a great attitude and it is contagious. Exactly what I need early in the morning! She also plays great tunes - they are lighthearted and fun. The gym is clean and organized and has all of the equipment (torture devices) we need to get/stay in shape! I would recommend this gym & Merrit to anyone. P.S. She is a rock climber! How awesome is that!! read more

Merrit is amazing! I've had 2 cervical spine surgeries and one shoulder surgery. Before I began training with Merrit, I had resigned to the fact that there were certain physical activities I could not do, ever. Merrit has challenged me and in these challenges she has made me step out of my comfort zone and I have even surprised myself! It's this dedication and loyalty to her clients that makes her amazing!!! I still have a ways to go to get to my goal, but I know that with Merrit will help me get there!!! read more

Beach Cities Training - One of the many challenges - Trainers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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My husband and I started our journey to fitness in January, like everyone else. We found Merrit and Beach Cities Training through Yelp and we are so glad we did. Merrit starts her training sessions at 5:00 AM for us working professionals. The hour training session is intense but it goes by fast. I am surprised by what I can do and with the amount of weight and inches I have dropped. The group training program is wonderful, I get the attention I need but I am not paying an absurd amount per session. I like training with a group, I don't feel intimidated by the other members, in fact it is the opposite. I am motivated by my peers to keep improving and to get to the next level. Thanks Merrit - you are the best! read more

I've been working out at BCT for over 3 years and I love it! I started training once a week and really enjoyed the variety & challenge Wendy put into the sessions. Wendy is an incredibly knowledgeable trainer who is able to work with clients at every fitness level. She even helped me implement some changes to my diet to maximize my results. The studio itself is clean and the location/parking is very convenient. I also appreciate the flexibility in scheduling and the relaxed atmosphere. When I first began my fitness journey, I thought that the group training aspect would be intimidating, but I found the other clients to be very kind and supportive. I highly recommend BCT! read more

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience at BCT and I HIGHLY recommend. I have been seeing Wendy for about 6 months and saw a transformation in my life, physically and mentally, almost immediately. I want to highlight a few key points: - Dynamic Training: Wendy's style of Dynamic Training is effective and fun. She always comes up with new, interesting exercises to try -- there is no risk of getting bored or burnt out as you might if you were working out on your own. Every day, she will ask you how you are feeling and to make sure nothing is sore. If you are sore or injured, she is very attentive to ensure none of the exercises will impact your injury. The training is very effective - I have lost 10+ lbs, inches off of my waist & hips, and my strength has improved significantly. - Atmosphere: BCT is very clean and the equipment is well maintained. Water and towels are provided. The other clients are terrific. Everyone is respectful, kind, and non-judgmental. BCT is a place where people of all ages and fitness levels can feel comfortable to work towards their various goals. There are training time slots available to meet any schedule and you can easily sign up via the app or website. I appreciate the accountability and the fact I am able to sign up and commit to a session. - Additional Services: Wendy runs a best in class business at BCT. Not only is she an outstanding trainer, but she is very professional and prompt regarding questions about payments, scheduling, or packages. The administrative piece that can sometimes been daunting at gyms is executed flawlessly. On top of personal training, Wendy has also helped me with nutrition. My primary goal in joining the gym was to lose weight. Wendy helped me figure out if I was eating the appropriate amount of calories and nutrients to meet my goals. Additionally, I have my body measurements, weight, and body fat percentage measured on a regular basis so Wendy & I could track progress and adjust my plan as needed. read more

I walked in yesterday complaining of being sore from yoga, being tired, and not wanting to work specific parts because they were already sore. Merrit tailored the workout perfectly that I was working all the muscles that haven't been getting any attention with yoga or volleyball, made the workout challenging but fun, and it didn't feel like too much so I left the gym feeling energized and ready to start the day. Today I'm sore in muscles that I didn't even know existed (in a good way) and am looking forward to a well deserved massage later! Thanks Merrit!!!! read more

Beach Cities Training - Pressing though my humpday!! - Trainers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

I've been going here for a few weeks and it's been great. Effective, accessible (not intimidating) and affordable. Already seeing results.

Fitness is not a destination, it is a journey. I could not have asked for a better trainer along this journey than Merrit! When I came to Merrit I wanted to lose weight and keep it off. She is the reason I have lost 7 lbs so far! She taught me that it starts with diet, sleep, then exercise. She loves what she does and she is good at it! If you are lucky enough to be trained by her, expect to be challenged, pushed, motivated and cared for in such a way you will wonder why you ever went anywhere else! She will help you change your life for the better - a better you! I wouldn't be where I am today without her genuine compassion and love she has for her clients. Now we are best friends! read more

I'm 52 years old and have always been an athlete mainly playing basketball. After having severe illnesses including a kidney transplant and cancer and also going through a messy divorce I turned to food for stress and emotional relief. I was over weight but the main thing was I was totally out of shape. It was so hard to keep up with my two young active kids. Every time I joined a gym I would go for a week or two then never again. I needed to get myself motivated but it was so hard to keep it up. Then I found Wendy. I found that actually making an appointment with my trainer really made me go workout consistently. I've been with her for over a year now and honestly that's the longest I've worked out straight in my whole life. I've lost 10 lbs and reached my goals and also kept it off!!! I feel so much stronger now and all the little household chores that were tiring are now simple to complete. I even coach my daughters basketball team, which is a lot of running and jumping and it is so much fun!!! There's no way I could have done this a year ago. The best thing about it is being able to fit in my clothes again. It feels great knowing I can were jeans and tight tops without my muffin top hanging out. I would definitely recommend both Wendy and Merrit! They work you out hard but they are friendly and fun too! The facilities is brand new and always nice and clean. All the equipments are all state of the art and every workout is different so you never get bored. I really appreciate everything they've done for me and I highly recommend giving BCT a try!!! read more

I love this place! I found them on yelp and am so glad I did. Beach Cities Training has made working out so much more fun. I look forward to waking up and having my butt kicked my Meritt and Wendy. Working out felt like such a chore before I started coming here. I have only been coming here for a little over a month and already can see and feel a difference. If you are looking for a way to get back in shape I definitely recommend coming here! Thanks guys! read more

I've been training with Wendy for a few years and I have been extremely happy. She makes sure that ever time I come to the gym, I am given a great workout. She makes the hour fly by. I can't say enough about how Beach Cities Training and their trainers have changed my life. read more

Beach Cities Training is the best place to go for a workout. It is always hard for me to go to the gym on my own because i give up easily and don't push myself or really know what to do. But at beach cities its like you have a personal trainer that keeps you dedicated for a full hour and works you out based on your body and goal. I am always happy to go to class where Merrit really kicks my butt and makes me feel amazing at the end of each session. You dont have to be super athletic to workout here, just helps you get back into shape. I highly recommend this place to all! read more

I love working out at BCT! I started training with Merrit years ago at another facility. I followed her here and the energy is wonderful. Her training is always on point. BCT is clean and fresh. I enjoy the music. Merrit is sweet and fun. Positive, supportive environment. 5 stars all the way. read more

BCT is awesome! I started working out with Wendy just over a month ago, and I already feel so much stronger and more fit. I'm the kind of person who dreads working out, so I knew I had to find a trainer to work with, but one-on-one sessions are generally too costly. BCT's group-style personal training is the perfect compromise. I feel great knowing that I'm in good hands--Wendy kicks my butt. Everyone is so friendly and it's such relaxed atmosphere, that I very quickly forgot any nervousness or self-consciousness. Now I just work out like crazy with a smile on my face. read more

I have trained with Wendy for 6 months and I am very happy with the personal training she provides. The facility is clean and rarely crowded. Wendy is great, and most of the regulars are very friendly. Having a personal trainer is so much better than going to the gym on your own. I am making progress in strength training that I was unable to accomplish on my own. I am very grateful that I found this place! read more

Excellent trainers. I was in need of some cardio and dieting expertise and Merritt really had the knowledge and motivation I needed. She was able to teach me the basics while assisting me with recovery and the ideal meal preparation to keep me going throughout the day. I really look forward to my long term results. read more

Great location for the gym with lots of natural light and all new equipment. The trainers are dedicated to your success and bring a positive approach, day in day out. Merrit's experience in athletic training, beach training, and gym body weight/free weight/cardio brings a great variety and always keeps work outs fresh. I've recommended her to many of my friends. read more

I have worked out at this place for a month and a half. And I have already lost 8lbs. It is amazing for me. My family and friends tells me, "You look very healthy and prettier than before. My trainer's name is Merrit. She is very good at what she does. She understands my body type and my goals so I am getting good results. I recommended the trainer to my friend. And she agrees that Merrit is a good trainer. I am glad I found this gym. I definitely recommend this place for everyone. read more

Beach Cities Training - Trainers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

I prefer working out in the a.m. and I couldn't be happier with my workouts with Merritt - I'm writing this AFTER my workout! (dripping with sweat as i drove home ). During my workouts I'm telling myself things like "I can't believe how hard this is" "that's only two sets, one (or two) to go" "i can do this", "5 more"... I joined last winter in honor of my 50th and having gotten bored with my gym in MB. I had a little trouble with the concept of paying even more than that gym membership, but I have no regrets because I am loving working out again and exercising in such a different way than group classes. Thanks Merritt for knowing how to challenge me and my body type (5'3"/curvy) I will feel more confident in my bikini's this summer and every day is a great day after a work out with you ;-) read more

Beach Cities Training is an absolutely OUTSTANDING training facility. In addition the conveniently located, beautifully decorated, clean, totally loaded facility, I am really impressed with the professionalism, expertise and comfortable nature of the highly skilled trainers. I have been training with my trainer, Merrit, for a year and she is my dream come true! She "gets me". She "knows" me. She understands what I need to feel and BE successful! She is smart, caring, kind, nurturing and a no-nonsense kind of trainer! She knows exactly what I need to feel confident and important. Her expertise in her field, extreme athleticism, love of her profession, and knowledge of business ownership is a true testament to why this gym is highly sought after. All of the trainers are top-notch! The frequently updated website, fitness blogs, nutritional recipes, monthly challenges, weekly beach boot camps, social media updates, rotating message board, photograph journals, fitness challenges AND weekend exercise-based field trips are an added bonus. I feel lucky to have found such a special place to become fit and healthy. Thank you Beach Cities Training! read more

Beach Cities Training - Pushing myself to do a 4 mile walk (with 2 sets of the Ave.C stairs) after my BCT workout session... All because I CAN DO IT!!! - Trainers Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Natasha Mironov instructed the most amazing Yoga Class tonight at Beach City Training. I learned more in her class on proper form than I have in the 45 classes I've take other places. Thank you! Amazing Studio!!! I'll definitely be back. read more

My name is Nicole and I'm 17 years old. I started working out with Merrit back in May, and since then I have lost 10 pounds!! I started working out at Beach Cities Training because I received an athletic scholarship and needed to get in shape. I have noticed tremendous changes in my athletic performance. In the past, I've found other gyms to be intimidating, but Beach Cities Training provides a very friendly environment. The minute I walk in I feel welcomed. There is such a positive energy throughout the gym, and it makes you want to be better and healthier than the day before. The trainers are absolutely amazing!! Merrit knew exactly what I needed to do, and what had to be done. I know I would've never been able to do the exercises on my own, and I'm extremely thankful for everything Merrit and Beach Cities Training has done for me. read more

What can I say other than I absolutely love the Beach Cities Training facility and even more so my personal trainer, Merrit! The facility: 1. It's always kept fresh. Maybe it's the good air circulation, since it's located close to the beach, but I always feel refreshed when working out there. Never does it ever feel suffocated. Even in this scorching summer weather, I'm able to stay physically and mentally cool here! :D 2. It's always clean. For my fellow OCD/antibacterial fetish people.. Everything is kept clean! Even in between clients, I would see Merrit wipe a chair or weight down with the sanitizing wipes. Even better is that the wipes are out in the open for anyone to use if they wanted. Props. Since some facilities don't have that. 3. Aesthetic setting. Probably because I'm a girl and I observe these things.. but it wouldn't hurt to know that the place looks good! When I first walked in, for a second I thought I walked into IKEA. (Okay that might be a little overboard... but for a training facility, not bad!). Their bathroom there looks 10 times better than my own at home. Plus, they have comfortable seats for you to sit and rest on. The color scheme and interior design for the entrance is nice and welcoming...it'll make you feel nice. But once you look past that and see their equipment.. it'll make you feel like a badass! (Well, it does for me! ^^) 4. Other nice things. They have a TV in the facility! Although I don't really pay attention to it while I'm doing my badass workouts, it's nice to have the ESPN highlight clips to glance at here and there on my quick breaks. Just having the option there is nice! Their treadmill inclines up to 30%- which most facilities don't have that. They provide fruit, water, and small towels. Cool beans. The personal trainer: Merrit She's AWESOME. AWESOME. AWESOME. I absolutely love Merrit!! Why?? Even though she looks like a badass (which she is), she's sooo nice! Just by looking at Merrit, you can tell she know what she's doing. Although she respects my "limitations" (being out of shape and needing a break like every other second), she really pushes me to achieve my goal. I always wake up sore but feeling accomplished. I'm definitely seeing results with her and I feel so great!! (Merrit, if you're reading this, I can't thank you enough!). Going into personal training, I would expect to see results.. but to have someone so supportive and nice to help me through the process, is even better! (Sorry, I know my review is long.. so if you need a water break right now, please take one! :) *trying to be nice like Merrit*) Lastly, I have a very, VERY busy schedule. And I am so appreciative of Merrit's flexibility. I usually end up last minute canceling my session due to school or work. Merrit is always so understanding of it and open to work something out with me! That makes a whole world difference when you've got 99 problems and rescheduling ain't one! Lastly, is Wendy. She's the other personal trainer. Although I don't work with Wendy as much (probably just briefly once or twice), Wendy is very nice! She works with you and is patient! Either trainer, you can't go wrong! Hope this helps! read more

BCT is the best! I really like all the perks of getting a personal trainer in an intimate small group setting. Unlike other gyms, everyone else working out around you is friendly and the gym is very clean and welcoming. Wendy is awesome and kicks your butt! read more

I have been working with a personal trainer since October 2014, and I'm always concerned about staying on track when I am traveling. Wendy was so encouraging, but she continued to challenge me. After my first session, I burned over 500 calories, and I felt sore the next day after a total body workout. read more

Training with Merrit and Wendy has been a truly life changing experience for me. For years I tried the go-it-alone route at various monthly membership gyms but often found the environment overcrowded, frustrating, or intimidating. Basically a whole lot of jumping on to whatever cardio equipment I could find, going at a less than stellar pace for as long as I could stand it (20 minutes?), and leaving with no results or feeling of accomplishment. I knew exactly what I needed: a starting point catered to my abilities, instruction tuned to my goals and achievements, and accountability to actually get my butt in the gym. Personal training offered at aforementioned gyms was the obvious route, but the prices all seemed so outrageous and were well outside of what I could afford. Finding Merrit, Wendy, and BCT was almost too good to be true. Workouts designed just for me in a gorgeous gym where clients feel like a team with fun, affordable and caring coaches ;). 5 stars and my highest recommendation to anyone looking to start from scratch at getting fit like I did, get in shape for athletic goals, or whatever else your motivations may be! read more

I started training with Merrit and Wendy at a different location in April. I was so excited when they decided to open up their own personal training facility in Redondo Beach. It is in the perfect location in the South Bay, right in the heart of Redondo Beach and just walking distance to Hermosa Beach. The gym is very warm and inviting loaded with all of the equipment one needs for a great workout. Merrit is incredible! She really knows how to work you. I am not generally the type that loves to work-out, so the fact that I keep going back says a lot about how awesome these trainers are. They push me to my limit and know when I just can't take anymore. Everything is customized to you, your body, and what you can handle. It is everything that personal training has to offer without the hefty price. Merrit is awesome, Wendy is awesome, the facility is awesome, and it's affordable personal training! What more could you ask for? read more

My husband, 15 year old daughter, 11 year old son and I joined in August 2014 and are thrilled with every trainer and the results! Forget your gym membership you are throwing away and not using. This is the way to results. They will customize your workout. We've all lost pounds and inches and have worked with Merritt, Wendy and Dwayne. They are wonderful people and inspirational as well as the other clients training here. They get 5 stars and deserve more... read more