While I am no longer a fan of these HIIT group class concepts with a dedicated WOD targeting select…read moremuscle groups, Revel can serve to switch things up or keeps things fun especially with the high-energy music played within the low-lit studio. Admittedly, it's a vibe. However, these concepts have you starting on the tread and switching off to the bench anywhere from 2-3 times. I feel like you do not get the ultimate benefit of either. The weight segment is also super ineffective, incorporating "compound" moves for basically everything with upwards of 5-7 different exercises for a max of MAYBE 2 sets. I get why people love this concept because it's hard to stay motivated with the same boring workout. Plus, these workouts will undoubtedly have you feeling sore, this feedback being what people thrive off of, because sore muscles=growth, right? WRONG, as you absolutely SHOULD NOT feel sore after every single workout. In terms of progress, you will quickly flat line with the lack of consistency due to all the randomness. However, people have different goals and exercise is better than none, I mean, if you can afford it!

I am in LOVE with this studio! It's conveniently located at the MARA in Mission Bay/Pacific Beach…read moreright off the 5 FWY and Grand. There is plenty of retail parking on the first level of the parking garage as well as ample street parking. The studio is clean and has bathrooms, showers, high-end personal care products (lotions, soaps, feminine care products) and offers free towels to use during the workout. The studio is spacious and has treadmills + benches with weights and bands in each space plus extra weights along the wall you can grab for heavier lifting. Another thing I really love about the treads is the ability to do sled pulls and parachute runs...haven't found another studio in SD that has them! The trainers are motivating, the music playlists are curated to really pump you up and the workouts are 50 min - it's effective, efficient and you get a total full body workout and a balance of strength training and cardio w/ the option to double up on weights. I took advantage of the special they had for March for $196/month for unlimited classes (normally $300/month). I have been averaging going 3-4x/week so the value is there and this promotion was a really good deal! Can't wait for my next class!

Loved the workouts. The contract games are a damn shame…read more Let me tell you something. If you've ever dragged yourself out of a warm bed at 5:45am, looked in the mirror, and thought "today's the day I stop being a before picture" -- these trainers will meet you there. And that's the honest truth. The training at Fitstop La Jolla is the real deal. Classes start on time. They're efficient. The energy's positive. Nobody makes you feel like a sack of laundry for not deadlifting a Buick. The trainers are the whole reason this place works -- encouraging, locked in, they meet you exactly where you are. A few of them are flat-out spectacular. They pay attention. They actually care. As a guy showing up to 6am classes trying to turn things around and start crushing life, I felt supported every single morning. No notes. That part earned five stars. Couple small things, and I'm barely complaining. The music gets... lyrically adventurous. If you've ever done burpees at 6:15am while a grown man on the speakers describes things you wouldn't want said about your daughter -- you might train at Fitstop. But hey, they want it edgy. Who cares. Not my hill to die on. Here's my hill. I tried to leave. And here's the kicker -- I did it right. I gave the exact 28-day written notice their own contract spells out, in writing, by the book. You'd think that'd be the easy part. You'd be wrong. Instead of "got it, here's your last day," I got the runaround. By my read they're billing me nearly a month past what their own contract says I owe -- a 28-day notice somehow turned into a final date that doesn't line up with 28 days from anything. And when I pointed out the math, the answer was basically "no discrepancy," with no real explanation of how the dates work. Upton Sinclair said it best: it's hard to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on not understanding it. And let me be real clear, because this is the part that matters. This is NOT a "read the fine print" review. I read the fine print. I followed the fine print. The problem isn't the fine print -- the problem is they don't honor what's in it. If you've ever followed a contract to the letter and watched a company wave off the math with "no discrepancy" -- you might be cancelling a Fitstop membership. And that's the shame of it. I liked these people. The fitness side deserved a way better review than this. But it doesn't matter how good you feel at 6am if you walk out the door at the end feeling like you got worked over. You can build all that goodwill at sunrise and torch it at the billing desk. Honor your own contract and this is easily four stars. Great trainers. Just know that when it's time to leave, that's where the workout really starts.

This review is long overdue! I originally came here for an event, but I stayed because of the…read morepeople--the coaches and the community are just that good. I'm truly grateful to have found a functional fitness gym that complements my marathon training and is helping me rebuild after taking two years off heavy weight training. The classes are super structured and always well explained, with built-in modifications if needed. One thing I love is that each station has a TV screen showing the movements, so even if you forget, you always have a visual reference. The programming is intentional--it keeps you from getting overly fatigued or risking injury, while still challenging you to push hard when it's your turn. The rotating group format includes rest blocks that give you just enough time to recover and hit the next set strong. I love that part so much! The mix of cardio and functional strength is solid--it never feels like too much of either, and the balance is thoughtfully spread out throughout the week. And the best part? It's a real community. Everyone is genuinely supportive and here to help each other hit personal goals. Parking is super easy, too! There's a convenient lot behind the building shared with Harry's Diner, plus plenty of neighborhood parking nearby, so I've never had trouble finding a spot--even in La Jolla. The facility itself is insanely clean, well-stocked with PT and mobility tools, and clearly designed with so much intention. I don't even live in La Jolla, and I still make the commute--it's 100% worth it.

Great trainers and community. Classes are super fun and everyone cheers each other on!! Super…read moreaccessible location. Bathroom has grab bars and a roll under sink. All of the trainers can adapt to your level of crossfitting!!

Great community, great and supportive coaches here to achieve all your fitness goals! Friendly…read morewelcoming faces and accepting of all fitness levels.

I can't say enough good things about this gym! Caitlin, Rima, Tracie, and Krissy are exceptional…read moretrainers who truly care about safety, technique, and preventing injuries. The sense of community here is unmatched, everyone encourages each other to grow and reach new goals

Love training at Liber8! Since joining, I've made incredible gains in my fitness journey and feel…read morestronger and more confident than ever. The classes are well-structured, there are great morning and evening options, and I love that the hybrid classes include dedicated stretching. The coaches are awesome and the community is super welcoming no matter your level. Highly recommend!

These last several months at CrossFit Hillcrest constitute one of the longest streaks of consistent…read morefitness gains without significant injury in my adult life. Jordan and Maggie care enough to understand my fitness goals and keep me safely on track. The folks who choose to work out here are friendly and welcoming, and the coaches happily scale the workout to meet you at your fitness level, but it is always a challenge. It is easily the best fit for me of the several boxes I have tried over the last few years. Jordan's acerbic sense of humor is not for everyone, but he is the reason this gym is such a friendly and welcoming place.

Place changed ownership in fall 2022, Pride flags came down immediately. Almost all the staff were…read morelet go or resigned, and years-long members left in droves (Check out CrossFit Humanity, where you can find most former HAC members). There are still a few good ones behind, especially coach Jake. But, the vibe changed entirely. I let my 5+ year membership go. The new owner Jordan is cold AF, with a huge ego, just ick. He ruined the magic of HAC in a matter of days. Sad to see what the place has become, it used to be amazing. Thanks for the memories, and for the safe space this amazing gym once was. I've since left for another gym and am much happier. But will alawys love this place for the memories and love before it turned into a sinking ship. Check out CrossFit Humanity instead!

From the start everything was so seamless and easy. The app, the customer service, the trainers…read moreeverything has been a 5 star experience and it's very refreshing. They are extremely flexible and understanding and for a change I didn't feel trapped into any membership. I highly recommend them!! The trainer I took was Kristine who was incredible and passionate. And the owner Bryan provided the best service I've received from any gym. They're very responsible and fair!

I have been a member for 3 years and recommend Performance 360 to everyone I meet in PB/OB/Bay…read morePark. I can't say enough good things about the gym. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The workouts are never boring and designed to build on each other so that you can meet whatever goal you set for yourself. I've worked out at other gyms that focus on making the workouts as intense as possible. While P360 doesn't lack intensity, it is much more focused on quality than quantity. Instead of doing 100 deadlifts, you will slow it down and work towards your personal max over the course of weeks. The coaches are also extremely available to the members and will work with you on injuries or when you need more instruction. I came in knowing nothing about Olympic lifts. Not only do I feel comfortable with all of them, I've never injured myself in the process.

I dropped in to do a workout while spending a short vacation here in San Diego. I picked this box…read morenot only because they had a well designed website, a store to purchase merch, the staff was well qualified, but because I liked the logo. Also, they take Venmo. The gym was complete with all of the standard equipment, well designed and a sufficient amount of space. Coach Sam did a fantastic job leading the class. He started with a warmup that intentionally included stretching and movements that we would be using in the workout. In addition, we went through all of the scaling options for some of the movements which really helped me know where I was before starting the WOD. Sam was very attentive encouraging me, making sure I had all of the equipment I needed and that I understood the workout. Incidentally he does this for everyone and not just because I looked lost. The workout was challenging yet doable (looking at scaling options really helps) so I was able to get through without killing myself. The members of the class were very friendly, (it was a pretty full class for 6:00 AM) encouraging me throughout the WOD and congratulating me when it was over. This is an awesome box, I highly recommend trying it out, if I lived in the area, this would be my box of choice!!!

I was on a work trip from hawaii and a buddy of mine recommended Mighty Crossfit and man i wish i…read morewent there from the beginning of the week. The owner Ace is an OG crossfitter and for me doin this for 10 years i love meeting coaches who have been at it since the beginning. His energy and passion is so high its contagious. The members there were so awesome it was like one big family. The energy hyped me up so much i HIT a PR and climbed the Peg Board first time in my life!! I def recommend Mighty Crossfit if your in cali yes i said cali! Not jus San Diego because they are definitely worth the drive!!!!! If your visiting and looking for a true Crossfit experience def recommend dropping into Mighty Crossfit!!!

I loveeee it here! I started by going to group classes a couple years ago and now I do one-one-one…read moretraining with Elisabeth a few days a week. I feel super strong, the vibes are great and girls are all super nice. Elisabeth is such a good coach- she's so helpful with form, motivating me to reach my potential and it's always good girl time with her. 100/10

Love the Glute Lab! I'm incredibly grateful to Bret for his expertise and how detailed he gets with…read moremy workouts. I've seen significant improvement.