Working with Parand was one of the best decisions I have ever made. She built my body back after…read morehaving 2 kids. I am now stronger than I have ever been in my life and I am grateful to her each time pick up my baby, or carry my toddler on my back. I am back to doing the activates I enjoy without worrying about getting hurt. She is very knowledgeable, her classes are always different and fun and she has a great energy. The expense was a lot for me, and I considered other options. But her expertise, the accountability, and the personalized sessions were 100% worth it. The North Bay has gained a treasure!

I highly recommend Parand as a fitness coach, if you are looking to become more active or find new…read moreways to be active. When I first started working out with Parand, I had exercised sporadically over the years but nothing really stuck. My scheduled work-outs with her helped me get into the best shape of my life and begin to incorporate fitness as a regular and ongoing habit. Over this time, I also lost about 20 pounds and significantly increased my overall strength and flexibility. In the beginning, I took private classes as honestly I felt too uncoordinated and out of shape to work out in front of other people. Over time, I then graduated to her group classes. Both formats I enjoyed and found helpful. Parand has a wide repertoire of workouts, and it's always interesting. Parand is also just a lovely human being. It was always great to catch up with her during my classes. If you are trying to find new ways to be active, I really recommend starting with Parand as a first step.

Fantastic gym! Clean, inspiring, and always such great energy from everyone there. Excellent choice…read moreof classes.

This gym is the cleanest, and the most peaceful and aesthetically pleasing club I have ever…read morebelonged to (I have been a member of many Equinox gyms in the past). The owners and the staff are amazing. The equipment is pristine. I love the fact that it's adults only. The co-working space is another huge perk and has everything you need to camp out for the day. The infrared saunas and massage chairs are on point. Parking is easy and plentiful. The views of the bay are amazing. The fitness classes are good, but if you are a yoga buff you might find the schedule a little sparse (I used to be a member of the Bay Club and their class roster is a lot better, IMO). I think this is because there is not a dedicated yoga studio, so it is shared with other group fitness classes. I am no longer a member of Evexia because it's just too far to drive to (I live in Novato). I lived closer I would still be a member. Message to the owners: please, please open a club in Novato! The options here are sorely lacking. The Bay Club has gone downhill and I refuse to pay top dollar to be a member at any of their locations. I know you can do better!

This location has to be the most friendly, and well maintained gym in the area. I moved to the…read moreMarin area several months ago and have hopped around gym to gym paying for day passes to check out the facilities and this one, by far, has all of them beat in variety of equipment, friendliness of staff, and cleanliness, and they even have a red light recovery room and massage recovery room! Make sure to ask for Trevor if you have any questions at all, I cannot attest enough to his industry knowledge, his professionalism, and general positive vibe.

I think this will be the first review since they were closed from December 8 to December 22 for…read morerenovations. First off, this isn't my home gym. I only come to this one because of the location when I'm visiting family in the Bay Area. When you think of Sausalito, you think upscale, well-managed, personable, and impressionable. Not really the vibe I got at this Anytime Fitness center. You should have stayed closed until everything was cleaned up and ready for a grand re-opening. I came in the other night when it was pouring rain and, to be honest, I wasn't not really impressed with the new set-up compared to what it was before. When I first walked in, I was immediately met with the smell of sweat, some other funky stale odors, and just an overall feeling of cringe and ick. Let's just say I've been to better gyms that actually make a conscious effort to feel welcoming when you "badge in." The storage cubby area for personal items was overflowing with water bottles, sweaters/jackets, workout towels, and clothes balled up in the corner that have just been left there. Primary source of the smell, I think. No accountability, no apparent care for cleanliness. FAIL!!! A side office door with a "Redlight Sauna Therapy" sign next to it was off the hinges with boxes inside, in plain view, that I can only assume were left there from the recent renovation. Floor mats at the front entrance off to the side that weren't laid down and interconnected, just stacked one on top of the other. The color palette is bland and not energetic. Grey and White? Seriously? Stick with the primary brand and accent colors: Blurple, Purple, White, Red/Orange, and Green/Turquoise. You should know this! Where's the "Inspiration Wall Board" for members to write words of motivation for other members? The brick and mortar "Anytime Fitness" logo wall with supplements is also gone/missing. If this was meant to be a soft opening, you missed the mark entirely. I'm not Joey Swoll, but overall, I'd say "you need to do better." So what's changed, positively? There's a new gym set-up/floor plan from when I was here last year, 2024. The spin class / group training studio is no longer there and has been opened up to include 4 new squat racks, a cable pulley machine, and flat bench rack. On the other side, it's still very much the same with the mirrored wall and free weights as well as the purple turf training area with TRX bands and medicine balls. There are two new treadmills, I think. The track mat/belts feel a little flimsy and could use some tightening. The massage chair room is still there. 4 unisex restrooms, only one has a shower. I loved coming here before the renovation, but now, I'm not so sure. You have a lot to improve on and make better in order to make me ever reconsider coming back here.

I want to highly recommend Maria Molina as a personal trainer at the Bay Club, Marin. I initially…read morestarted working with Maria to recover from a knee injury. I wanted to strengthen my leg muscles so that I could return to playing tennis. As someone who is over 80 yrs old, I was somewhat skeptical that weight training could make a big difference in my athletic abilities but one year and half later of training with Maria and I believe I'm more physically fit than I was in my 40's. Everything is easier (i.e., walking up stairs, carrying heavy loads, keeping up with grandkids ,etc.) To say my quality of life has improved due to my work with Maria is an understatement, Maria is a consummate professional. She explains exercises clearly, pays attention to form and keeps sessions motivating and enjoyable. One day when I was lifting weights on my own at the gym, a gentleman commented, "I see that you are experienced with weight lifting, Your form is perfect. You must have been doing this for many years." I give Maria full credit for teaching me the right (safe) way to lift. I occasionally have a few sore muscles but recovery is quick after a workout. Probably the most important thing I've learned from Maria is to believe in myself. Sometimes she tries a new exercise that I think is impossible for me to achieve, let alone master. Her confidence is unwavering and has a profound effect on my mental attitude. I see few women my age working out with weights at the Bay Club. I hope this review will encourage someone who is considering personal training to contact Maria. You will be amazed at what you can accomplish with her expert guidance.

I'd love to highlight a few of my favorite instructors at the Bay Club--each one brings something…read moretruly special to the fitness experience: --Violet is an absolute gem! Her classes are high-energy, fun, and always a fantastic workout. What sets her apart is her contagious positivity--she's genuinely happy to be there with us, and it shows. Every workout with Violet leaves you in a great mood. I only wish she taught more than just Ignite--I'd follow her to any class! --Helen is exceptional. She's not only an amazing instructor, but also a standout leader and role model. She teaches a variety of classes and every single one is top-notch. Her glutes class in particular literally kicks ass--in the best way! --Meg is one of the best TRX instructors I've ever had. Her instruction is clear, her class structure is thoughtful, and the challenge level increases over time, which I truly appreciate. She also provides great options for those wanting to push further. Bay Club is incredibly lucky to have these phenomenal teachers. I hope they are recognized and supported--because they absolutely deserve it!

After Cheryl showed me some specific exercises to do on the Cadillac machine, my sacrum/SI joints…read morehave never felt better. I feel like I had a successful surgery that made the problem go away for longer than it has in the past. Even after chiropractic adjustments, the joints go in and out of place with a sneeze or rolling over during sleep, or driving. It's been 2 days since I saw you and it's still going! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I could cry just knowing that there could be a solution to the daily discomfort and pain I have with sitting and most activities due to those joints (and others) constantly subluxating. I have a lot of mobility issues, injuries and pain due to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Pilates is the one form of exercise I can do that helps instead of hurts me. I highly recommend classes or private lessons with Cheryl to help you get your strength and life back!

I have enjoyed working with Cheryl for the last 12 years. I am very pleased with my progress in…read morebalance, strength and overall well-being. Cheryl has a wonderful sense of humor in addition to her training skills. Pilates is a part of my long term goal to keep fit and healthy. I never hesitate to recommend her to everyone who wants to feel more vital. Oveda R

Roger is very easy to work with. He shared his knowledge on how to get me the results I wanted. He…read morepushed hard enough to build strength however we usually were having such a nice chat that I didn't realize how hard I was working. Best trainer I have ever had.

If you're looking for personal training in Marin, CaliTraining is an absolute gem. My husband and I…read morehave been doing couples training with them for over a year, and it's completely transformed our fitness. We've seen major improvements in our strength, conditioning, and overall health -- and we've actually enjoyed the process (which I didn't think was possible at a gym). Jesse and Scott are both incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and genuinely fun to train with. We're at different fitness levels, but they've created customized workouts that challenge us both and keep us motivated. We always leave our sessions feeling stronger, more energized, and never once regretted showing up. The other thing that makes CaliTraining so unique is the location. You're literally training on a dock over the bay, with seals swimming by and boats in the background -- it's like nothing else in Marin. It feels almost surreal that this is where we get to work out. Over time, we've also become part of a really welcoming, down-to-earth community. We've met great people through the gym, and it's made our fitness routine something we truly look forward to. If you want a personal training experience that's thoughtful, personalized, and set in one of the most beautiful spots in the Bay Area, this is it. We can't imagine our lives without Jesse, Scott, and CaliTraining.

CaliTraining is the best (and new) Sports Club in Sausalito! The club is clean, convenient, well…read morelocated - and right on the water. They have showers! Jessie is a great manager and a really helpful and ready to help everyone set up the best fitness experience possible. Looking forward to my next visit!

I have trained with John a number of times and love it! I'm always impressed with the wide range of…read moreexercises he teaches me and the nutritional knowledge he has is a huge plus. I am so confident that I am getting the best overall workout every single training session. Because of this, I am in the best shape than I have ever been in my 25 years. I highly recommend John!

I've had the privilege and pleasure of training with John Spongberg of Personal Training In Marin…read more After serious injuries to my spine and body, about 10 years ago, I have not exercised regularly or been nearly as active as I wanted to because of pain and the fear of aggravating injuries or causing new ones. If you've ever lost the better part of a year or more of your life to being laid up in extreme pain, you can probably relate to this as a real concern! Working with John has truly been a blessing in my life! Honestly he is exceptionally knowledgeable, caring and inspirational. I've observed him with many of his clients and he's genuinely amazing in the way he customizes a fun, safe, effective fitness plan unique to each and every one of us... John is never boring and he's helping me to exercise in a way that is challenging me while making me feel better and getting me stronger and healthier all the time... AND incredibly, I'm having a lot of fun while he does it. Training with John feels much more like play and spending time (that goes by VERY quickly) with a friend than it ever feels like "working out". He makes getting healthy and fit really enjoyable! John has also trained my 10 yr old son several times now. My son, Matthew, was addicted to video games and didn't like doing anything physical. Because of John, my son now loves to exercise and play outside... he's so excited to see his own progress as he gets stronger and can do things he couldn't do before like push-ups, pull-ups, planks, jump rope and much more. My son is even showing his friends how to be more active by enthusiastically challenging them to play with him doing push-ups, etc together. As a parent, I can't begin to tell you how touching it really is to see this positive growth in my son. Matt and I highly recommend John Spongberg and Personal Training In Marin to improve your health and fitness in a safe, pleasant & playful way!

Deanna is awesome! I've been practicing yoga regularly (1-2 times a week) for the past four years…read morein San Francisco, at many different studios with many different teachers, and hands down Deanna is the best instructor I've worked with. Her classes are very balanced, a true full body workout-she never focuses too much on one area or neglects another. They're also varied, so each class is different than the last one. They're also very accessible-she consistently provides variations on poses to make them more challenging or more accessible. Deanna's positive attitude, patience and supportive nature are definitely worth noting. Her classes always feel like a safe space to try new and challenging poses (or take a break when you need to). They're fun too-Deanna's got a great sense of humor. She's also very present and available during and after class for assistance, advice, whatever. I always leave Deanna's classes in a better mood with much more energy. I would recommend her to anyone-beginners, or people with much more advanced practices. She really is the best :)

My new go-to masseuse!…read more I got a Homerun deal and booked a Thai massage with Deanna. She's set in two locations, either you can go to Fisherman's Wharf area or Outer Richmond. The way I rate my massages is by how free and different I feel coming out of it. She definitely knows what she's doing, and I was relaxed the entire time. Her head massage at the end was so soothing I almost fell asleep! Every detail was awesome, and you know you're getting a good massage if time goes by too fast. I swear the 1.5 hour just flew by haha. And of course, I gotta mention how extremely, super duper nice she is. I mean she is very, very genuine. She has an amazing energy and positiveness that you can't get mad at. From all this, I won't be surprised if her yoga sessions are good too.

I love Five Point Fitness. It's located nearby and is affordable. I especially love my trainer,…read moreElena. She understands my fitness goals, provides the proper direction and guidance, and gives me the feedback I need so I can actually improve my body and get stronger. I see a real difference already. She also pushes me when I need to be challenged more. I have such a good time when I work out with her that it makes me want to keep up with what she's teaching me and schedule more sessions!

It took me a while to find a good gym that wasn't overly crowded but still had a solid variety of…read moreequipment, and I'm so glad I found Five Points! I definitely recommend trying the one-week pass to get a feel for the place. It can get busy between 3-5 pm! Mornings and late evenings are much better if you prefer more space to stretch and work out. It's not a huge gym but it has everything you need for weight training and general workouts. I also love that there are spray bottles and towels available throughout the gym, which makes it easy to wipe down your area and equipment after use.