I love working out at Body University!! The trainers, the people, the workouts, the vibe!! Francine built a great thing and community here. Don't be afraid to lift and lift heavy! This is the place for it! read more

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I've been coming to BU since 2023, and I'm so happy to have found this gem. Body University is a private, inclusive women's strength training gym that truly stands out. If you're looking to take your fitness to the next level with professional support, encouragement, and accountability, this is the place for you. The women here genuinely support one another and push each other to grow stronger every day. A very special thank you to Francine, Giselle, Jason, and all of the incredible women I've connected with along the way. The gym itself is extremely well maintained, the equipment is top-notch, parking is easy, and there are a variety of sessions offered throughout the day to fit different schedules.Do yourself a favor and try your first week at BU; you will not regret it! read more

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Soy miembro desde marzo de 2024 y recomiendo este gimnasio ampliamente. Como mujer madura de casi 60 años y con todos los cambios que trae la menopausia, el ejercicio de fuerza ha sido un verdadero regalo para mi vida cotidiana. Me ha dado la energía y la resistencia para seguir haciendo lo que amo, como el senderismo y andar en bicicleta. Lo que más me encanta es el ambiente: hay una energía femenina increíble que te hace sentir bienvenida y motivada desde el primer día. Las entrenadoras son sumamente pacientes, siempre están pendientes de ti, corrigiéndote y guiándote para que progreses de forma segura y sin lesiones. Si eres una mujer que busca un espacio donde sentirte apoyada y fuerte, ¡este es tu lugar! read more

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"Came for the glute iso workouts, stayed for the endless benefits from lifting." I joined BU hoping to grow my butt, and stayed for the numerous benefits gained from strength training, many of which aren't visible. Confidence, mood boosts, friendships and increased bone density are (unexpected) things I gained from this gym. I'm thankful to Francine and Jason for creating a special space for women to grow physically and emotionally. I recommend trying the free week to see what the hype is about :) read more

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Love this gym, for women by women! Great place for your workout. Friendly instructors, and amazing women. read more

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This gym has been life changing for me in so many ways. I started at absolute zero - no muscle, no self confidence, no gusto, and over the last two years have experienced a total mind and body transformation. I put on over ten pounds of lean muscle and now feel stronger and healthier than I ever have. I am so grateful for this gym - the trainers are awesome, vibe is great, women are encouraging, and music is bumping. It feels like home to be honest. Now, for the first time in my life, I look forward to working out!! read more

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I love coming here! The ambiance is so uplifting and empowering for women. All the trainers are incredibly kind and welcoming. Francine is especially amazing, she's so inviting and knows how to push you out of your comfort zone in the best way possible to help you grow and reach your goals. Highly recommend this gym to anyone looking for a supportive and motivating environment! read more

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I've been attending Body University for about a year and a half and it's the first gym that I've ever consistently attended. I've always felt intimidated at other gyms, but the staff at BU are incredible, welcoming, and so very kind. Every trainer helps to modify to our individual needs and fitness journeys, and I do feel more comfortable that the clientele is all women. Classes are small, focused, and own just so much fun. I've made great friends and actually enjoy coming to work out (most days- let's be real). I feel stronger and healthier! Love my 5:30 crew! read more

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If you're looking for a women-focused gym that emphasizes strength, health, and confidence, I highly recommend checking this place out. Definitely one of the best fitness environments I've experienced! I have been coming for over 1.5 years & love it! read more

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WARNING: Body University may cause increased strength, improved mood, and an unhealthy addiction to post-workout endorphins. From the minute you walk in, you feel welcomed, motivated, and challenged in the best way possible - and the energy is contagious. Whether you're a beginner or already a fitness fanatic, BU makes you want to keep showing up. Strong bodies, good people, great atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

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Absolutely love this gym! The workouts are amazing and I'm already seeing body composition changes and positive results in a short time. Trainers are incredibly knowledgeable and the environment is welcoming read more

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I have been a member for over two years, and I can't say enough good things about Body University! This gym is for all ages and fitness levels. No matter who you are or where you're starting, you will thrive here. The trainers guide you without being intimidating. The members create a welcoming environment without being overwhelming. read more

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Body University is a female-positive space for women to learn to lift heavy in a supportive environment. Facility is clean and other women here are friendly. Trainers are helpful and modify any exercise depending on your ability. Come and check it out!! read more

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I have been going to classes at BU for a little over a year. I am now stronger, eat healthier, and have a support system that is very supportive of one another. You get the personal instructor feel even in a class of 6-8ppl. Highly recommend this studio!! read more

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I've been a member at BU since Feb. 2025 - I found my place! Long time gym girlie - but there is something special about a strength focused gym that caters to the ladies. No weird grunting, great music, and overall good time! read more

I genuinely love this gym As someone who gets intimidated by big machines and honestly never knows what I'm doing with weights half the time, this place made me feel so comfortable. The trainers are super helpful, especially for my booty + upper body days, and the girls here are all really supportive and not intimidating at all. Also one of my favorite parts... you're not fighting for your life waiting for a smith machine or hip thrust machine because everyone actually gets a turn read more

I tell all my friends to join this gym! I love the set circuits so I don't have to think about what to do to get a great workout. The trainers there coach us in our form- and add weight! The community of women are so encouraging. Between sets we chat and it makes the hour fly by. I can't recommend working out and getting stronger at Body Univery enough! read more

I found Body University after trying on wedding dresses last year and having a total meltdown about my weight and how I looked. I desperately wanted to get in shape for my wedding. Before joining the gym, I started with Francine's 12-week online program. She created at-home workouts and sample nutrition plans for me. She was always available when I had questions and scheduled in-person check-ins at the end of every 4 weeks. I was nervous to take before/after photos, but I'm glad I did because I was incredibly proud of my progress! Francine never pushed me to join the gym after the 12-week program ended - unlike the pushy sales people at the other chains (24 hour fitness, etc.). I joined simply because I truly loved the workouts and I haven't looked back! I actually look forward to working. The trainers and women are so encouraging and fun. If you're thinking about joining, try the free week and I guarantee you'll love it! read more

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I love the workouts here! After a few months going 2x a week I had real body changes and I'm so much stronger! I can't recommend this gym enough! read more

The best women gym ever!! All the trainers are awesome and so supportive. I started training over a year ago and have had a full body transformation. I've lost over 40 lbs and even competed in a natural muscle competition . read more

Me gusta entrenar en Body University 100% recomendado. Un lugar para mujeres donde todas las entrenadoras son mujeres. Francine es muy paciente te lleva de la mano desde el principio sigue tu progreso y capacidades . Gisele es bilingue habla perfecto español y Tambien es muy atenta. Tengo aproximadamente 6 meses entrenando y ya perdí 14 libras, me siento mas cómoda al usar mi bikini y no solo es lo que se ve por fuera mis niveles de colesterol bajaron drasticamente, en general me siento mas feliz.Creo las mujeres en menopausia se benefician de este entrenamiento. Tengo 58 años y creo nunca se es tarde para empezar. read more

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Truly one of the best strength training small group studios in SD! It's usually 5-6 stations and you get a solid 8-10 minutes at each station so you can actually have enough time to get sufficient reps & master the workout. I'm pretty picky about my workouts & classes but body u is always incredible. No matter what am always sore for like a week! read more

Body University is hands down the best workout experience I've ever had. It's an all-women space that feels empowering and safe, and for the first time ever, I actually look forward to working out. The 10-minute sets keep things fun and fast-paced and the time really flies. The coaches are so nice and encouraging, no matter where you are in your fitness journey. Truly one of a kind! read more

I started at Body University back in December at the encouragement of my physical therapist to start doing strength training. I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hyper-mobile) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and was super nervous to go to the gym - I was coming off years of not being able to exercise so I was pretty weak plus all my hyper-mobile limitations. I found Body University and met with Francine and she completely settled all fears and nerves. From my first work out, everything was modified to fit my needs, and we went really slow with adding weights. All of the trainers are super supportive and respect that everyone is on their own fitness journey. Francine has also created such a supportive community, I've been met with nothing but encouragement from the other women. If you're on the fence about joining, especially if you feel like you have limitations, just do it. I've been so happy I did and I've already seen so much progress both physically and mentally. read more

I've been going to BU for 3+ years now, and I would encourage all women, regardless of fitness level or experience, to take a group class. You'll be challenged, you'll be supported, you'll sweat to great music, and you will be part of an amazing, diverse community. Francine (owner) and the all-female training staff are inspiring, kind, knowledgeable, and keep it fun! read more

Still keeping it at that 5 star. Francine is amazing and the new space is super open, bright and equipped with AC. Added bonus, you encounter all of the pups when getting a workout in which allows you to focus less on what your muscles are going through and more on the cuteness hanging out at the gym. Amazing space filled with great supportive people, if you haven't tried a class, what are you waiting for? read more

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Body University has completely changed my body! I'm so much stronger since I started there a year and a half ago. The gym is clean and organized, the staff is really helpful and warm. The staff is welcoming and encouraging to beginners! I love this place so much! read more

Can't say enough great things about this gym. I love the atmosphere, the energy, and of course the owner Francine! I recommend this place to ladies at all different fitness levels! read more

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I have been working out at BU for almost ten years. It's hands down my favorite gym! Killer workouts, small group training and a great vibe. Everyone who lifts there is super friendly. The workouts have helped me build incredible muscle, tone and fat loss! read more

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Want to know If this place is legit? Is this gym going to get you the results not because they have heavy things to move around. I've been around enough fitness people in fact one of my family members is the fastest woman in the world. So I'm past the point of a personal trainer pointing at shit and counting down from 10 I'm not talking about that. What I'm talking about is a trainer that is currently training towards specific goals not only for themselves but for other people. And they have the vocabulary, the talent , and the knowledge to get you legitimate results in a specific amount of time. I'm going to go a step further and say how about a trainer that knows how to shape the female form gram by gram in real life not just on social media. I met with Francine from her body posture to her voice to her drive to want to win, I knew from all my time around this world she knows what the Fck shes talking about. I pointed to her wall and I said "well clearly you didn't 3-D print those." she has a plethora of trophies and is a PRO IFBB she has won. If you want to get in control of your waist, your hormones, your sleep, If you don't want to pay to have someone show you how many times they can count and can say do 1 more. If your tired of the BS and want legitimate results because you eat the right food and your head is in the right place and your ready to do something real for yourself than try like hell to get into this gym that she co-owns. Pet her pup and change how you see fitness. This was a here take my money situation. 1 question I forgot to ask her and I will ask it here in the question section. read more

Loved the one on one attention from the owner/instructor. If you are a woman that is looking to do strength training, this is the place to go to, no matter what your level of experience. read more

This Place has my whole heart! It is more than just a gym to build strength and get fit, but a place to create a family and lifelong true supportive friendship that will cheer you along threw the ups and downs. A place you can expect compassion and honesty threw any journey you chose to peruse with BU. A place to let loose and have fun and get to that true authentic self. read more

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I've been coming to Body University for over 2 years now and will continue to. This is the perfect environment for someone like me who feels uneasy in a gym setting but wants to crush some weights and become stronger and sexier! Francine gives me so much confidence and has helped me tremendously in my overall confidence and physique. Everyone is so nice, welcoming, and encouraging and I love how it's for people of all fitness backgrounds. If you're looking for a judgement-free gym to get serious results, this is your place! I feel amazing after every workout and look forward to each session. Thank you Francine! read more

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Honestly the best gym ever. Francine and the other instructors are all incredible, kind, well-informed and motivating. The equipment is perfect and the exercises are diverse, hard, and effective. Perfect spot for women to work out, only wish I found it sooner. read more

I started working out at Body University a little over a year ago. I fell in love after my first day. I had done strength training for years before going there and hadn't been able to find a good trainer/strength class since I had moved to California. Body University saved me! The classes are primarily strength training and the trainers are amazing. When I started at this gym, I was preparing for my wedding. Francine and Jason put me on a plan to whip me into shape and get me looking good for the wedding. Now, I am working out through my pregnancy and the trainers are very accommodating and help me find the right modifications for certain exercises. The atmosphere is completely non-judge mental, there's always great music and the community of women are amazing, strong and so kind! I can't say enough great things. read more

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Awesome place to get stronger at your own pace! The coaches are great. I love that there's women of all levels so you don't feel intimidated or out of place no matter your age or level. read more

I love body university. I joined the A team and got a jump start on my fitness journey. The trainers are super helpful and really want to see you get stronger. The best part is that you show up and everything is set up for you, no need to think about what you want to work on or how to set up the machine. It is a small group and feels like you get one on one attention. read more

I've been coming here since 2014 working with Francine. Sydney, Francine, and Jason are an amazing team and with them you can truly accomplish your goals!! Their classes are 6 ppl at a time (unless you do personal training) so they aren't overpacked. With 6 ppl your still able to get that one on one attention similar to what you would get with a personal training sesh. The pace and routines are great for beginners and also those who are advanced in fitness! Love you guys!! Thanks for being so awesome read more

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Francine is just so amazing! She's very inspiring and knows her stuff! I came in here with back pain and with not enough knowledge of proper form. She corrected my form and helped me isolate my muscles with slowing down my movements. I've gained so much more knowledge about fitness and gained bigger glutes! Also, my back pain is not as bad as it used to be. I highly recommend this place to anyone who is starting their fitness journey or just have a specific goal in mind! read more

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I absolutely love Body University and the group classes here. You come in, do you circuit workouts, 50 mins & done! Everyone is very friendly from clients to staff. No judgement zone unlike some other high end gyms. The most important key as a member, I don't have to plan my workout routine prior (upper body day , leg day.. etc), the routine is set and I just show up. Another bonus, the staff adjust load the weights while we are doing our workout. Provide helpful tips and offer assistance during the workout. Such a time saver. As a busy working mom, time is essential! I would highly recommend Body University, it's the best positive environment ever and offers a sense of community. read more