This gym has been the best thing that has happened to me in my 40's. I was weak, had chronic back…read moreinjuries and had so many doubts about myself when I walked in. The people here are supportive, loving, and treat you like family. i was welcomed in from day one. I am now the strongest I've ever been, have no back issues and look forward to my time here four days a week. Check out the training programs available here.

Regardless of your background or interest, if getting stronger is your goal this is where you need…read moreto be. I have tried many different gyms and this is the only one where i didnt feel as though I was im competition with anyone but myself even though this is the strongest group of people I have trained with. Every member wants to see everyone else succeed. I've been training with Michael for nearly 2 years. His coaching has helped me add over 125 lbs to my deadlift, 130 lbs to my squat, and 50 lbs to my bench. Once you walk through those doors it will be hard to leave.

Best gym in Chico, been going here for a couple years now. Amazing amenities and staff. Mikey front…read moreman always the best!

Good: This facility has some of the best machines for every muscle group. They did an outstanding…read morejob in the glute room (only suggestion would be on the next plate purchase, I would buy something other than bumper plates as they're a **** to handle). Infrared and cryotherapy options. Parking always available. Staff are friendly and I like the overall promotion of a positive and Godly lifestyle. Bad: LACK OF CLIMATE CONTROL. In the summer, a majority of the rooms are HOT especially in the locker rooms. Personally, I don't like feeling like I did my entire workout in a sauna. There a very few rooms that are climate controlled or cool in general. Cleanliness: Overall lacking here. You can come in at night and see the same trash or mess in the morning. It's obvious restrooms are not cleaned nightly or daily. Look at the TVs and windows you can see inch thick dust. There are also really bad sewer gases coming up from the plumbing in the restrooms. Equipment sanitization is some type of disinfectant and a microfiber rag. I find this to be really disgusting. Imagine wiping your sweat (+ multiple other people) with a rag and then going to clean the equipment with that same rag, GROSS. Lastly, pool/hot tub, sauna and showers look ehhhh. Ripped treads and random stoppages on the treadmills, duct tape carpet patches, and lighting outages adding to an already dark environment. Definitely some room for improvement here 3/5.

Seriously the best gym I've ever been to! I love the family like style vibe, the owner is very…read moregenerous and awesome, and I feel comfortable with the people that go! I go almost everyday with my sisters to attend kickboxing, cardio stile fitness (which I have never felt so good ever in my life) I just recently came out of college soccer and because of Jake, I didn't loose my fitness. In fact I am better then I was before! Highly recommend !

I've gone to this gym for last 2 years & Jake, the owner, is super motivating and has always helped…read moreme reach my fitness goals. In January the goal I set was weight loss and I have lost 27 pounds & feel in the best shape of my life. The atmosphere of Freestyle Fitness is unlike any other gym I've been to before. There is plenty of class variety (including mma/striking, strength training, grappling, etc.), small classes, and very inclusive. He trains for functionality & health, and will be sure to push you along the way. I couldn't give any higher of a recommendation to Freestyle Fitness & Jake!

VCP revived my passion for fitness. If you are looking for a place to learn new skills, improve old…read moreones, and challenge yourself, VCP is the place! If you're new to Crossfit like I was, don't be intimidated, VCP is more than welcoming. It will be challenging and it will be difficult, but it will be 100% worth it! Like most things, you get out what you put in. Don't be scared to try them out!

I was here for the fires from out of town. Was totally welcomed by the Crossfit VCP community. You…read moreguys rock and thanks for the awesome gym and community.

Austin is very knowledgeable and designed a program specifically for me . There's so much more than…read morejust working out and Austin listens, coaches and motivates me to be the best that I can be . I've never enjoyed sweating before , but now I look forward to every class that I have with him simply AWESOME !

I've been going to this gym for about 6 months, and am loving it! The trainers are knowledgeable…read moreand friendly. They are great about knowing your limitations and supporting you in your goals. I also love that I am supporting a small, veteran owned business!

When I turned 50 I decided I needed to start exercising more. I clicked on a 6 week challenge that…read morecame across my FB feed. I then went in and met with Taylor. I signed up for the challenge to make sure I liked the gym and I would actually go. I'm not a gym guy. In fact, I hated the gym. It was always an intimidating place. I never knew what to do and had no idea if I was doing things right. So, with past memberships I'd do to the gym do a couple exercises then run on the treadmill then leave. Then after a month get bored and never go back. Creeds model is different. They have small classes up to about 8 people. I go the same time every day. I have met great people in my class/time-slot that I enjoy seeing every day. I'm an introvert so it's just enough socializing to feel like I'm part of a group. But not so much that I'm uncomfortable. Taylor programs us for the month. 3 days a week is strength and 2 for cardio. He or another trainer is there to make sure you have good form and provide motivation. I am a lot stronger and healthier now than when I started. Probably stronger than I have been in 20 years. Since joining I have had both my shoulders and my knee fixed. Taylor was able to work in exercises to help me recover and strengthen those areas. If you're trying to find a gym where you have a sense of belonging, get personal training/coaching to get healthy this is the place.

I am 34 years old and in the best shape of my life thanks to Elevate!! I've always been athletic…read moreand enjoy chalenging myself with different ways to workout. Throughout the years I've tried everything from weight training to cycling to yoga and several types of martial arts. I can say that very few workout hit your body so completely like a good session of kettlebell training at Elevate. In one short hour you will get a great workout and walk away fully satisfied. Sure, you will be sore the next day...but no pain, no gain..right? The owner of Elevate and also head trainer Brent is superb at what he does. Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned athelete, he always give you suggestions and tips that cater to your specific needs. And since classes are typically small (from 6-10 people), you will get plenty of attention and help when you need it. I will not go into details of what we do in class. Emma's reviews already covered that pretty throughly. What's more important is that IT WORKS! For the past 6 months I've been with Elevate, I've gained lean muscle mass, lost fatty weight, and developed core strength (and when your core is strong, EVERYTHING ELSE is strong). I now live a very busy lifestyle and going to Elevate 2-3 times a week for just about an hour each time has been doing wonders to my body. Our workout regimen change on a regular basis to keep it challenging and fun. I look forward to each class and I'm very excited to what it can do to my body in the near future.

I like to mountain bike but find the uphill sections wipe me out. I've been lifting weights for a…read morefew years but needed some help with my cardio. I've been attending two morning classes a week with Brent, the owner, and have already seen an improvement in my biking. Each class is different so I don't get bored and enjoy the kettle bells more than I expected. We use TRX, kettle bells, the spin bikes and do some yoga. Each time Brent makes sure my form is correct so I don't hurt myself. I enjoy the classes at Elevate and find it way easier to work out than trying to self motivate at the gym. The monthly fee is great compared to other studios in town so it makes it easier to take care of my health.

Best kept secret in Chico…read more I really don't want to post this because I would love to keep it a secret, but the core is the best gym experience I've ever had and I want others to experience it. Don't wait, don't hum and haw, at least go try it out. Personal trainer-like experience Group-training accountability Focus on fundamentals first With the ability to grow, widen or specialize Versatile training styles from cardio and strength from body weight through bands, machines and free weights I really can't say enough. Steve and Zane and the rest of the trainers get to know you, your goals, how you work and figure out what to apply to make you successful and grow to your potential and beyond. And you know what, you miss a few days, no pressure, reset and get back at it. Need something extra, just ask. I also love the community they build around them with all the members, it's like "Cheers" but for a gym. Motivation, accountability, networking, connection to the broader community, sense of belonging....it's an unexpected benefit. Young and old, men and women, everyone's included and contributes. And for those looking for a pool, or tvs for endless cardio, I suggest you at least go try it. I think you'll find if anything it's complementary or where you'll migrate to. I initially missed my audio books and TV and Peloton but realized how much I was missing out on actually getting results.

This is my second time attending the Core. I had tried it out 18 years ago. I've been going now for…read morea year and a half. There's definitely a difference between times. I am absolutely loving the programming! They combine strength, cardio and mobility work. I love the variety of exercises so I never get bored. My body feels great and is improving all the time. I love how they're focused on the overall person. They care about injury prevention and accommodating your individual needs. It's truly been an enjoyable fitness experience. They have multiple different workouts to choose from so you can find the right challenge for your body. The coaches are friendly and engaged. I'm really enjoying the format of the workout. There is no official class start time. Your workout begins when you arrive. This has been critical to my success. I've always struggled with being there at the exact same time. In other gyms, I'd show up late and miss the warm up or the strength and get less of a workout. Here I get my full workout whenever I arrive. I also enjoy the community of this gym. Everyone who works out here is very welcoming and friendly. There are definitely those who show up at consistent times. And if you show up at the same time as someone else you get to workout together. The great thing about the natural staggering of people working out is you never seem to have to wait for equipment. Bonus, if you're a pickball player, sports athlete or have strength goals, they will program specific workouts to help you reach your goals. I highly recommend this place. Give it a couple weeks and you'll really see the difference.