I had a great time learning from Neil. My brother in law and I got a lesson / tour from him on the…read moreocean. It is pretty easy. It's a lot easier than regular surfing, but it doesn't give you the same rush. It's really mellow. The on land instructions only took 10 min. Our tour was roughly 2 hrs. Neil didn't rush it. You can get classes a lot of places but the difference with Neil is that you get to hang out and learn from someone who has been in Santa Cruz for 35 yrs. He has written for the newspaper and has a weekly radio show (Off the Lip, KSCO AM 1080; www.ksco.com) so he is well known by the locals. We were amazed at how many people knew him as we paddled passed surfers in the water. He also knows a lot of stories about the personalities in the area. It was really cool to be around someone so knowledgeable about the local culture of surfing and eager to share it. If you don't have a wetsuit you'll probably want to rent one since the water is about 60 degrees in the summer. We picked up ours with Neil at Freeline Surf Shop ($10). Then he took us down 38th Street where we parked. He provided the boards and paddles we needed, which seemed fine. He takes cash only. Ocean lesson was $55 and the harbor was $45. He steered us toward the ocean since it was a calm day. I probably fell in 6 times, but it was very easy to get back on the board and get back up. Anyway, I strongly recommend Neil. I didn't price shop the class so you may be able to get the lesson elsewhere for less, but I don't know if you'd get the benefit of hanging out with a character like Neil.

This was my first attempt at Stand Up Paddle Boarding, when Neil asked me what my experience level…read morewas, I asked him if there was am option below zero. he told me if I could listen, i could learn. He was right. I had an amazing experience with Neil, he coached and corrected me without making me nervous or nuts. I'm a SUP Boarder Por Vida. Thanks Neil.

Our Ice Hockey player son has always had difficulty finding the right off ice training program…read moreduring off season. He usually has to go to Vancouver or further to find someone who understands the needs of a hockey player. He was referred to Rossy's and spent 3 days a week or more with Matt. The results were awesome and he's heading off to his next season in probably the best shape he's ever been in. I was so impressed i signed up. I've been a member at Club One and Todal but they can't offer anywhere near the personal trainer aspect that Matt and Ashlee can. They kick your butt but it is 100% worth it.

I've been doing group training w/ Ashlee Toland for the past few months and love it. She is an…read moreincredible instructor, it's an effective workout and very affordable. She also teaches a class for teens to help get them in shape for sports. I strongly suggest checking this place out if you are looking to get in shape or change your current program.

First off, Sam is AMAZING. Thank you for making my experience awesome…read more Wow wow wow. I travel the country for work and was visiting. Climbed early morning, gym is perfect conditions. Set is sandbagged perfectly and will challenge climbers of all levels. The fact they have hard slab climbing that is well graded makes this one of the most unique gyms I've been to.

Overall positive experience at Pacific Edge. It's a diverse climbing gym with lots of top rope…read moreoptions, and some good bouldering options too. I will say that the overall layout is a bit confusing, in terms of the routes and system. I'm not a seasoned boulder-er and there wasn't much in the way of staff assistance or instructions. Additionally, a lot of the signage and colors are older and worn out. However, once you figure it out it mostly makes sense!

Matt Ginion is an extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with Personal Trainer. He has a very…read morewide range of nutrition and exercise knowledge and is able to explain in a way that is easy to understand and be consistent with. Matt is very realistic in his approach and wont try to force you to do things you are not comfortable with. He is a very strong motivator and will always ensure you are on the correct path in terms of workouts and nutrition. Above all, Matt cares about your success. This is very important when training for a goal because you want your trainer to also be someone who is in your corner. Matt is an exceptional personal trainer and a great guy and a big reason why I was able to lose the 30lbs I needed to lose before my wedding!

Matt is a great personal trainer/coach! He's been helping me reach my goals throughout my journey…read morein powerlifting for a little over a year now. Since I've started my program with Matt, I have added about 50+ pounds on my squat, 25+ pounds on my bench, and 70+ pounds on my deadlifts. My total keeps climbing. If you're looking to make some solid gains and build muscle, then I highly recommend Matt to help you with that.

My brother has been training here for several months and has been urging me to come down and get…read moreback into training (after a two decade break.) The owner Chris and instructor Alex were awesome mentors. First session was a great workout, and although you can tell these guys are experts, they were patient and super chill. Vibes were on point and it was a perfect environment to train and wind down. I'm stoked to get back on a regular training session as an adult, and feel like this would be the perfect spot for my son and nephew to get started as well.

I've been working with TJ for 2 1/2 years now, and it's been the best 30 months. My weight has…read moredecreased by 40 Lbs., and better yet, it's stayed off. It's been 25+ years since I've been at this weight. I will NEVER be YoYo-ing like I used to. Recently TJ and I have taken measurements, and while decreasing the body weight, various body parts (Shoulders, Arms, Thighs) have shown gains in the range of 2" of muscle, all while decreasing my overall body fat percentage. While he won't take credit, he IS the reason I've have seen these results. I've played Racquetball. I've join and used gyms. Never has any program stimulated/motivated me in the manner in which TJ has. TJ is a real person. Mind, Body and Soul. He empathizes (not sympathizes) with the struggles of daily life. He understands the power Ice Cream and Pizza has on the human psyche. He uses those real life experiences to build individualized programs that will energize and motivate his clients. If you want to blow your money, and continue living life as you currently are...there are plenty of people out there who are willing to take your money. TJ is not one of them. If you are fed up with the sedentary life, and want to improve your physical and emotional outlook on life, contact TJ. You will not regret it.

Training with TJ is really fun and relaxing; I look forward to it each session. Don't get me wrong,…read morethe workouts are still ass kicking! TJ has been my trainer for a year now! He trains me three times a week; twice a week alone and once a week he trains both, my boyfriend and I together. He caters the sessions to meet our needs and preferences. Training with him is like having a personal cheerleader, who keeps tract of my repetitions and sets, all things that I love and need. He is incredibly knowledgeable on targeting muscle groups and strategies on picking a meal plan that would be most successful depending on your habits. I am very happy with the exercise regiment that we're on; I feel strong and healthy. I appreciate TJ and recommend him for your personal training needs if you're looking.

I have been working out with Ray for about a year now and for the first time in my life, I am…read moreactually enjoying working out! I have never felt stronger and healthier. After an abdominal surgery and a move across the country, I had gained weight and felt sluggish, I couldn't even do a sit up for the life of me. I also get bored with workouts really quickly. My sessions with Ray are always different, he challenges me while keeping things interesting and fun. With his encouragement I have even started running and have changed the way I eat, especially breakfast. I am stronger, less stressed, I sleep better and I feel great. He is not a trainer that just gives you exercises that you can pick up online yourself. He understands your goals, knows the human body and will customize the workouts based on your needs. I would give him 10 stars if I could.

My trainer Ray is phenomenal. He is not a one size fits all kind of trainer, like so many of the…read moreones you see at the local gyms. Ray differentiates each workout, based on one's individual abilities and goals. He's even great at working around injuries and/or handicaps (I have a pretty messed up knee). Ray's experience is very diverse, working with kids, professional athletes, and even those of a slightly more mature age, like myself. ;-) At the end of a session, I know I got a great workout and the results are evident. Feeling Fabulous at Fifty!

This is probably one of my favorite Movement gyms in the Bay Area. It's well-lit, is pretty…read morespacious (although I wish there was a larger common area for members to hang out before or after their climbing session) and the problems here range from V-Intro all the way to V7 and above. I'm not what you'd call a strong climber so I don't really notice anything above the V7 but I do notice it here and there. The Yoga room is pretty nice although the classes can get pretty crowded on weekdays. The workout room is pretty large and doesn't get as crowded (when compared to Movement Sunnyvale, at least). You'll find your squat racks and free weights to use.

I had a great time doing a free rocking climbing session with my friends! It was a free guest pass…read morethat they redeemed part of their monthly membership. It's a huge venue with lots of parking, it's multifunctional for climbing, gym workouts, and yoga classes. You check in through a self service kiosk, sign a waiver, and check in with the staff for set up. You get shoes to use and a small chalk bag. Their shoes run a half size larger. Once checked in, you can find walls to climb! It's a fun, physically challenging experience. You may be afraid to fall but trust in the padding and confident in the proper way to fall. Good experience with numb fingers and sore wrists!