Many boxing classes often focus on cardio boxing or kickboxing with minimal focus on actual boxing…read moretechniques. What I like about this gym is that the instructors all have boxing experience (not just fitness or cardio kickboxing) and provide instructions on boxing techniques. The gym is fairly large with an ample amount of heavy bags. There is a section for weight lifting though I hardly use that. Finally there is an open area for sparring for those interested. To start, you have to take a few introductory boxing classes where you learn the basics of their boxing techniques (e.g 1 is jab, 2 is cross, 3 is front hook punch, etc.). After that you can take the other more advanced classes. I typically take the Old School Boxing Class. The Old School Boxing Class consists of a 5-10 min warmup, some basic boxing warmup like shadow boxing, some partner drills, and finally some punching on heaving bags. Good workout for an hour.

Because it's true. The realest gym inna city! Everyone is a help. Everyone is a somebody…read more Everyone makes eachother better. And you're constantly learning. 3rd Street Boxing Gym Builds WARRIORS!

Physique Magnifique isn't just a gym--it's a welcoming community for everyone, whether you're just…read morestarting your fitness journey or you're a seasoned pro. The owners are genuinely friendly and always ready to help, making you feel right at home from day one. Once you get to know the members, you'll see how supportive and encouraging the whole crew is--it truly feels like a fitness family! If you're tired of the crowded, impersonal vibe of big chain gyms, Physique Magnifique is the perfect place to find motivation, make real connections, and actually enjoy working out. Come for the workouts, stay for the community!

I have trained with coach Louis for years at Physique Magnifique and he's helped me improve my…read morestrength and functional fitness tremendously! He tailors my workout based on my body condition and my goals and make it super engaging and motivating!

I was introduced to El Nino MMA Boot Camp by a good friend of mine that had completed the previous…read moreboot camp. Best referral ever!! I just concluded the 5 week program and I feel great. My energy level is up; feeling stronger, confidence is beaming and my clothes are definitely fitting looser these days! All the trainers that we had at this Boot Camp have been great. Let me start with the main man who was there every day, Derek Galanis. He is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced trainer. He has outstanding work ethic and it shows through his work outs and teachings. Derek is a very personable, down to earth, solid, cool dude. My Boot Camp class also had Jake Shields and Josh Clopton, from the UFC, who provided us some awesome training once a week. I highly recommend this Boot Camp for anyone looking to improve on their fitness, learn MMA techniques and have FUN while getting fit!! No experience needed, I sure didn't have any when I started and it was fun learning and training. Can't wait for the next Boot Camp, sign me up!!!! Derek, Josh and Jake- Thanks for everything!!!! You all are true professionals and damn good at what you do!

I recently completed a 4 week MMA bootcamp with Derek Galanis and thoroughly recommend signing up…read moreand attending any classes he puts together. We trained HARD from 6-730 am including learning and refining brazilian ju-jitsu, muy thai, boxing, and wrestling techniques. Derek is really patient, positive, and uplifting in his teaching style and when there is a large class you can really feel the energy in the room as we go through our workouts. I am an experienced martial artist and signed up for Derek's bootcamp looking for training in multiple disciplines as well as the cardio conditioning training needed to fight in matches that last multiple rounds. I came out of that bootcamp with a huge cardio improvement than when I started. Derek helped me build my cardio as well as taught me how to relax and keep my energy for many rounds. Since our bootcamp I have developed a great relationship with Derek and have fought a few amateur fights under his training and cornering and plan to keep working with him as I build up my record. Derek also writes articles for MMA publications on energy systems with fight training and his knowledge of this is reflected in his different and varied workouts. His bootcamps aren't only for people looking to fight either, they are for all types of people looking to get into shape, have fun, and learn about the sport of MMA. Our bootcamp had fighters, doctors, professionals, engineers, tech people and more. We all worked together, pushing ourselves, and had a blast listening to good workout music. Thank you Derek! Look forward to working with you soon! I know Derek teaches many people and trains them to fight and get into shape as well as works side by side with the top well known MMA champions from the Bay Area including Gil Melendez and Jake Shields. If you want to do killer workouts, learn some fun techniques, and hang out in the morning with a really solid guy call up Derek Galanis and sign up for his El Nino MMA bootcamp!

Free weights are adequate. People are friendly. A couple dogs roam around but you get used to it…read more I used to work out at World Gym in SF until it closed down. PAC is a mini World gym. The cost is reasonable.

Been digging the circuit classes with Tofer on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings.read more

Professor Chris and the other coaches have been so amazing. They are great with all the kids and…read moreare able to talk them through difficult moments on the mat, particularly with the littles. Both my kids love it here and everyone is so kind and welcoming. Highly recommend!

My son started here less than a month ago, and it already feels like he has become part of…read moresomething very special. From the very first day, the coaches and students welcomed him with open arms and genuine kindness. They guide with patience, skill, and heart -- always focused on helping each student grow, both on and off the mat. What I appreciate most is how they teach more than just jiu-jitsu techniques. Every class is also about values -- respect, humility, discipline, and teamwork. You can truly feel the sense of community they are building. It's not only a place to train; it's a place to belong. Seeing my son's confidence grow, his excitement before every class, and how supported he feels means everything to me as a parent. This academy represents what jiu-jitsu should be: strength, respect, and family.

I tried this place for a few months, and I would not recommend this gym…read more During class, it's hard to understand the instructors, especially through the noise. It's common for people to look around confused, unsure of how to perform the long combo shown. In maybe half the classes, though, additional instructors might occasionally come around to give tips. Compared to other gyms, the culture is notably less welcoming. I think the worst part though, is that some of the staff is oddly rude and sometimes aggressive. The only time I received a lasting injury in around 2 years of combat sports sparring was when a staff member here suddenly threw dangerous unpadded knees to my rib cage during a light spar. There are some parts of the gym that are nice. The head instructors, for example, are very kind and knowledgeable, and the place is usually pretty clean.

Been a couple more months now with the many thai group and I'm loving the progress I'm making and…read morealthough their micro improvement they are adding up improve mobility, balance and agility.

Patrick was extraordinarily patient with me at my first class today. I lost both my father and my…read moregrandfather in 2016. The shock of the loss of the two of them has finally cleared a bit and I'm s-l-o-w-l-y making my way out of my grief and into fitness again. This was the first formal class exercise I'd done since 2015. Once again, Patrick was patient, encouraging but not overt about embarrassing you with giving positive feedback. It was a challenging work out and I took my time getting re-aquainted with my body as I definitely needed help. I'm more of a visual learner when it comes to anything kinesthetic so was grateful for Patrick's patient coaching on getting my movements down. It was good to check in with my body after being checked out of it with grief for sometime. I'll be back.

This place is quite possibly the most under-rated gym in San Francisco. I almost feel bad giving it…read moremore exposure because I selfishly don't want the classes to get too crowded but I have to give Patrick and his Russian kettle bell class the recognition and praise it deserves. I found this place through Class Pass and to be honest was a little underwhelmed the first time I came in. I almost couldn't find the place as there is no sign whatsoever and it is actually inside of another Gym (Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu). The front desk didn't know what to do with me at first as I wasn't there for martial arts, but after some explanation and signing a waiver I got connected with Patrick, the instructor. Patrick does not coddle you. He does not give you inspirational speeches or nutritional advice. He is not here to be your friend. He is here to make you work. In the world of boutique fitness studios I found this to be a breath of fresh air. Each class consists of Patrick leading you through a deceptively difficult Kettle bell workout full of full body moves that force you to recruit all of your strength and stability to get through them. Yes you will be doing a lot of kettle bell swings but you will also be doing other moves like the fiendishly intense Turkish get up, clean and press, hanging leg raises, goblet squats, one-handed swings, and much much more. Patrick also incorporates some interesting full body stretches into the routine, which give you little breathers and help you keep those hamstrings limber as the class goes on. Patrick cares a lot about proper form and will not hesitate to tell you if you are doing a move incorrectly. This is a rarity in the modern fitness landscape and is much appreciated! There is nothing sexy about a back injury. These classes are so great because there is simply no cheating or slacking with kettle bells. You cannot hide from the hard work here. Kettle bells are so effective because they make you perform complex compound movements that require a degree of core stability and recruitment of all of your major muscle groups. Each move requires your utmost focus, attention, breath, and strength. As such you find yourself working pretty much every muscle in your body, breathing hard, and sweating a ton by the end of class. Come here. Work hard. You will sweat. You will learn. You will get stronger in a no-bullshit setting. This class is certainly not for everyone. If you are looking for entertaining work outs with choreography and music and talkative receptionists you should not come here. You will not have fun and will feel out of place. There is no fluff or padding to these classes. They are full-body weight training with the fat trimmed out (fitness pun intended). Come here for results. You won't regret it.

I'm very grateful to have trained with Coach Victor. He is skilled in his movement and technique…read moreand answers questions thoughtfully and in ways that help me understand. He helped me train my elbows and knees and I feel like since then, I've remembered to rotate my hips more which I've learned is where the power comes from. I'm very grateful to understand and listen to his viewpoints on martial arts. It has helped me understand martial arts as a lifestyle and less an egoic identity. I hope that anyone who trains with Victor can pick his brains about his experiences in martial arts!

Coach Vic is literally one of the most humble, dedicated and genuine coach I've ever gotten the…read morepleasure of learning from. When I was new to the gym I met him at, he literally would spend so much time explaining to me the fundamentals about Muay Thai. Not only that, he's very knowledgeable about everything there is to know about Muay Thai. One can recognize how much passion he has for this arts. Clearly, since he's been doing this for a long time. Vic is honestly one of the best coaches out there and is very dedicated to developing his students. He not only cares about your well-being but also your growth! I also admire his attitude about the process of gradually improving through practice and does not judge anyone on their skills whatsoever. He's extremely open minded, patient and very good with beginners. You can visibly tell his techniques are all about hitting the basics, but it's so important because they're really the fundamentals that often we forget. I highly recommend Vic to anyone and everyone! You will not regret learning from him. He's truly wonderful and up until this point, I am still learning from him and it's been almost 2.5 years!