I appreciate how clean this gym is and I like how friendly the staff are. Daisy helped me in my…read moredecision to change to this location; she is friendly, helpful and I can tell she values us! She is always welcoming and greets you with a smile. She makes the gym a better place!

Quality/Quantity - Waited until I was able to visit a few times before writing a review…read more I must be spoiled with the Reno, NV location?!?! The team (and customers) are way more friendly than here. This location is also more "dated" than the new locations in Reno. Atmosphere - Decent size basement/down stairs location, see pictures. They have an elevator. But we felt because of the low ceilings and crazy busy location, the air was NOT fresh in the basement. First my daughter and I made the mistake of driving through 45 minutes of rush hour traffic to come here. So busy that people had to wait to use machines. My future visits were early morning! Much better. Free wifi. Plenty of mall parking; as with most gyms, make sure you have nothing valuable visible in your car, to avoid car break-ins. Summer promotions, see picture. Club Hours: Mon: 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Tue: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Wed: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Thu: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Fri: 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Sat & Sun: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Service - Just okay. I guess you have to "check-in" again to use the black card facilities. My first experience, the first two times I came with my daughter, I did not have to re-check in. But unfortunately the scanner/computer did not work. I had to scan my QR code on every machine?!?! My ugly face was on all their monitors, lol. After 5-10 minutes of trying to update my membership, they eventually just over-rode the machine. They said the issue was NOT because my membership is from NV. On my second day, the manager (friendliest person here) helped me. All the other days, employees are just okay. Price - Depends on your membership. $15 a month for regular membership, $25 for black card; we are black card members. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1992 with your 2500+ locations.

Update: Mike West Fitness a serious place to get serious results! Powerlifting, Bodybuilding,…read moreStrongman, you name it! You can do it all here! They have many photos and trophies to prove their seriousness about all of those competitive sports I've named above this sentence. The staff and the members that go here are really supportive and encouraging. This gym is like family. Silent treatment and awkward stares? NOPE you won't get that here like you would at a corporate gym. Encouragement and great conversations is what you'll get at Mike West Fitness! Also, the music they play here is clean! They also don't discriminate! They let me play Christian Music over the whole gym! On top of all that, their security dog is always on the watch and to greet you with a friendly "bark" every time you arrive and leave! 5 Stars for Mike West Fitness. This place is really serious about lifting. Has all I need for powerlifting, different kinds of barbells. It's not too far from my place so that's really nice. Works with my hours and the prices are really straight forward. Which I really really appreciate. No hidden fees or anything like you would get at a corporate gym. You pay what you are told up front. There are many payment options too, pick what ever works/best for you. They also give you the option to play your own music in the whole gym, although I haven't done this just yet. Great Job Mike!

For those like me, who have never touched a weight and haven't worked out in forever ever...This is…read morethe perfect place to START. Found Mike online and was very impressed to see the gym and with the "it might feel broken but it's not" speech before I signed up. Lol He is knowledgeable (anatomy books every where), super patient, and he's teaching what he's done himself. Be warned. No one is in this gym to play. They are most certainly putting in work to win. Beginners are welcome and I've never felt uncomfortable. I'm not there for the competition / lifting (at least not yet). But I wouldn't refer another trainer/place to train. Personal Training Food Plan Equipment Parking I hate doing it but the results are everything. **1 Month in 8 pounds down** If you don't feel like quitting at least twice (8xs for me), you're not doing it right. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND

BAFA Fit is hands down one of the best fitness programs in the Bay Area if you want real results…read moreand a motivating environment. This isn't your typical gym, it's functional, high-energy, and actually fun. The head trainer, Rob, is top tier. He's knowledgeable, encouraging, and knows how to push you while still making sure everyone is training safely and with proper form. Whether you're a beginner or already in good shape, the workouts are challenging but scalable for all levels. What I really like is that the training feels purposeful. You're not just doing random exercises, everything is well-structured, conditioning-focused, and designed to make you stronger, leaner, and more athletic. The atmosphere is welcoming, supportive, and never intimidating. If you're looking to improve your fitness, build strength, burn fat, and train in a positive environment, BAFA Fit is 100% worth it. Highly recommend.

I've been training with BAFA Fit and coach Rob Domingo the last 3 months on MMA. I've learned…read morevarious techniques, fighting styles and exercises within that tome span. We've worked on endurance, power, cardio and strength. For anyone looking to make healthy lifestyle changes or just improve their MMA I highly recommend BAFA and Coach rob. Coach has been great to work with. He pushes us and never lets us feel discouraged.

Quick service. Kahj got me signed up and set super quick…read more Facilities are clean and working

I would like to address what a reviewer recently said about this location because I think they left…read morean unfair review with lots of hyperbole. This gym does not cost $100 per month. As shown on their individual location page, the highest tier membership is $64.99. There are cheaper memberships depending on what membership you sign up for. It is not overly packed during the times that I go, usually around 6:30pm on weekdays and sometimes Sunday evenings. I generally count 8-10 people at most and have never had to wait for a machine or equipment. The only humidity you experience is in one of the bathrooms if someone previously took a shower. However, they leave the door open to promote airflow. As far as I am aware, there is airflow and I have not once felt uncomfortable there. Judging from a majority of reviews, many people like and in fact, love this gym. It will not anger you, unless you are quick to get angry over things. It sounds to me that the real cause of this low review was being charged an amount that they did not agree with, and possibly missing important details when signing up. This could have been resolved with a phone call, instead of a poor review. I would urge you, dear reader, to approach negative reviews like this with caution. Understand that the employees here care, it is not a crowded gym or humid in any manner, and Trent is there to help you out when needed. There is no pressure to join if you sign up for a free trial either.

I've been consistently coming here for over 6 months now and it's been an overall positive…read moreexperience. My favorite instructor is definitely Stone. She's an amazing instructor. She explains and demonstrates everything clearly, and she's always paying attention to form and positioning, making corrections when needed so I feel like I get the most out of each movement. What really stands out to me is her energy. Her voice is so calming and soothing, and she has such a grounded presence. And not in a sleepy or low energy kind of way. Somehow she strikes the perfect balance between making you work hard and making the class feel smooth and enjoyable. By the end of every class, I always feel like I got the perfect workout. I also loved the plank challenge, it was tough but so motivating! Stone is truly a breath of fresh air, and I always look forward to her classes. The studio is beautiful as well, it's always clean, welcoming, and just a good atmosphere overall.

I normally don't leave negative reviews, but I feel people should be aware of my experience with…read moreClub Pilates. I contacted the studio in late February to cancel/suspend my membership, yet the charges continued. When I followed up after noticing the continued billing, I sent multiple emails to both the local studio and corporate explaining that I had already attempted cancellation and was disputing the ongoing charges. The most frustrating part has been the lack of accountability and constant back-and-forth between the studio and corporate, with each side redirecting me elsewhere while billing continued month after month. Even if they claim they don't have a record of the original call, they absolutely had written notice for months that there was an active dispute regarding these charges. Despite repeated good-faith efforts on my part to resolve the issue professionally, it still has not been properly addressed. The classes themselves may be great, but customer service and membership cancellation handling have been extremely disappointing. I would strongly recommend getting EVERYTHING in writing immediately if you ever need to cancel or suspend your membership.

The perfect gym! Today was my first class and I'm very happy with the workout, the energy of…read moreeveryone there, and the playlist is great. The trainers are so supportive and personable. It's a full body workout with kickboxing - name a better combo. So glad to have found this gym. Best part is you don't have to schedule a class, just show up when it works for your schedule. Personally, it's convenient with balancing work life, my family, and time for myself. Thanks Brandon and Ceze!!

Today marks my 831st workout, and I can't wait to celebrate my 3- year anniversary at 9Round. I…read morehave been training here almost every day, and I can say with confidence that this is more than just a gym--it is a community. The no-class-time model is incredibly efficient for a busy schedule; I never have to stress about a clock, I just show up and get to work. What makes this place truly special, however, is the warm and inclusive atmosphere: A Personal Touch: From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by name. There is a genuine culture of kindness where members cheer each other on through every round. Celebrating Milestones: One of my favorite parts is how we celebrate each other's progress. Whether it's a 100-workout milestone or a 500-workout achievement, the trainers and members make sure your hard work is recognized. Expert Coaching: The trainers are the perfect blend of professional and encouraging. They provide expert technical guidance while ensuring you feel motivated to push past your limits.

Hayward, we have a Pilates studio. ACT ACCORDINGLY…read more I was driving down Foothill and I saw it. A new studio. Clean branding. Something I hadn't clocked before. And I did what any reasonable person with a long-standing Pilates intention and zero follow-through does: I went home, found the website, signed up for the intro mat class, and did not allow myself to talk myself out of it. (The website by the way is intuitive and easy and takes about 4 minutes to sign up.) Here is what I need you to understand about Hayward and Pilates: there wasn't one. Not here. People have been driving to other cities, making it a whole production, giving their dollars to other neighborhoods. And then Kora Pilates opened on Foothill. Latina-owned, independently run, and built with a level of care and intention that frankly puts a lot of bigger studios to shame. I walked in a few minutes early. The woman at the front desk (I'm sorry I didn't catch her name) welcomed me, checked me in, and when I mentioned it was my first time, she gave me a full tour. The reformer room. The mat room downstairs. The cafecito lounge! The lockers. The bathroom. And the refresh stations, which are these lovely little mirror-and-product setups so you can go from "I just sweat through a 45-minute class" to "I am a human person who exists in public" without having to go home first. THIS IS A DETAIL. Someone thought about this. My instructor was Nadia, and she was excellent: specific, encouraging, giving real feedback about what parts of my body should be activating when, which, as a beginner, is exactly what I needed, because Pilates looks gentle from the outside and then twenty minutes in, you are shaking in places you didn't know could shake. The 45 minutes flew by. I was sweating. I was humbled. I felt genuinely worked out in the best possible way. And the whole design of this place (I have to say it because it matters) is cohesive and considered and cool in a way that tells you the person behind it has taste and gives a damn. Light neutrals, clean lines, every detail in conversation with every other detail. This is what happens when a business is built by someone with a real vision, not assembled from a template. Here's my thing about places like this: we have to show up for them. Hayward does not have an abundance of independently owned, thoughtfully designed, locally run wellness spaces built by people who actually care. When we find one, we don't just leave a five star review and move on. We go back. We bring our friends. We vote with our dollar like our neighborhood's character depends on it. Because it kind of does! I don't want to see Kora Pilates leave. I want to see it thrive so hard it has a waitlist. Go take a class! Hayward deserves this. And so do you!

Wendy is THAT girl! I have taken so many classes throughout the Bay Area, and quickly noticed that…read moreshe has such an approachable personality that I specifically try to take her class whenever my schedule allows. Her mat classes are so fun and engaging. I love her style of teaching because her instructions are clear and she alternates between using pilates equipment (I've used the pilates ball and ring) which keeps it fun. Her workouts feels deceiving (LOL in the best way) because I never think I'm going to sweat and feel my muscles activate as much as I do! I leave with the right amount of "good" sore. So, for her alone, I would say an easy 5 stars. I always encourage my friends to try her class even if that means her classes will be in more demand making me unable to take her class lol jk! I have taken another class with an another instructor here (unfortunately cannot remember her name, but will update this when I do). While she was wonderful in her own right, I think she is well suited can handle a different style of intensity (think HIIT). I recall her deciding at the last minute that our class was capable of using two hand weights. They were not light in my opinion so I struggled and we did A LOT of lunges that session. With that said, I did appreciate that she mentioned we could modify if it was too hard. While I had a great experience nonetheless, I think the description to her classes can state the level of intensity or something to provide a bit more clarity. For example, some places do levels (mat sculpt level 1, level 2, etc.) App + Website They have an app and website that is intuitive to use. I have used both options and I like the app. My only gripe is that there are some grammatical mistakes on the website. I know it's totally a "non-important" issue but I want to edit the mistakes so badly! I am also confused as to why the email address has an added 'h' in the name so think Khora. That to me feels confusing and inconsistent to the brand. Location & Parking As others have mentioned, this is the only pilates studio offered in Hayward. Kora Pilates is situated on a Main Street, but you must park in the lot behind the business. I have not had an issue with parking so far. This is also where you enter. It's usually easy to find the door because there's typically balloons placed outside. Inside There are two levels. You enter the check-in, and if you walk further, this is where the reformers are. If you go down the stairs to your left, then it takes you to the matcha bar, and lastly, the mat pilates room. The mat pilates room is very warm and neutral. There are tiny lockers in the room so you can put fit your shoes and bag in there. There are some things that you may notice if you look close enough like, some unfinished painted areas or a wallpaper border (it feels sort've random), but I can assure you it's a soothing space to be in. Below the mirror is a warm light that really makes the mat room cozy. Staff & Students The staff has been incredibly warm. I have yet to have a negative encounter. I am grateful for even the students a as they have made each visit feel so welcoming! Sometimes, I chat with my neighbor, sometimes, I don't, but no bad vibes. Looking forward to my next return.

I've experienced many boot camps but nothing compares to Coach Chris' class…read more It doesn't matter what athletic level you're at...he'll know how to motivate and guide you to your next level! Just try 1 class...I know it won't be your last.

The staff is very knowledgable and passionate about training people. They care so much. Chris is my…read moretrainer. He has this spirit of helping otheres. I admire that. It's a great place and I recommend it for everyone that ks looking for an exceptional trainer.