I do not recommend this gym. Professionalism: The trainer I had was named Alex. He was extremely unprofessional, rude, and even hostile at times towards me without clear reason. I did nothing to provoke him except show up to the sessions that I paid for. To this day, it's still confusing and alarming. Sessions: Alex did not show up to two sessions and left in his vehicle while I was still exercising for one of them. I was always sore after workouts, but it helped to have a trainer who was actually present and showing up to sessions. Waste of time and money if they aren't there. Cleanliness: The bathrooms in this gym are extremely filthy. Every time I went, the toilets and the sink were not working. I told Alex about it and he didn't want to hear it. He brushed me off and told me he was aware of the issue, yet it was never resolved. The bathrooms are worthy of an OSHA complaint or a health department complaint. I considered completing one, but chose to get my refund and get out of there as fast as I could. Extra detail: I am a woman and Alex intimidated me in front of people. Knowing that he is a man, and I was on a contract made this situation unbearable. It made me feel like I couldn't defend myself without potentially losing my hard earned money. This kind of power imbalance is not OK. If you are a woman, please consider a different trainer who will not intimidate or try to humiliate you simply because he can. read more

Great gym open 24/7 has all the right equipment for my workout routine, you are able to play your own music in the gym PA system and it's loud read more

Amazing gym, just got renovated and is worth every penny. Has a great variety of supplements and the people there are friendly.

Well the machines suck, whatever manufacturers they are they are not ergonomic. They are all crammed together. I got yelled at by a customer for messing up his playlist on the gyms iPad that everyone runs themselves. Without a doubt the crappiest music people pick and it is cranked to 11. Putting my Beats in on noise cancelling didn't help. I didn't have a problem with the owner like some others and I liked that you could use your phone to get in 24/7. I could deal with the machines but the music and some of the other clients ruined it for me. read more

Don't come here unless you plan on training hard. This is no amateur gym. Great hardcore environment and I like it. Good job fellas. Don't take that the wrong way it's not intimidating at all if you're just starting but it has a very high ceiling read more

This is a great bodybuilding gym! Every time I have gone, I have felt like I belong. Love this gym so much!

Great gym, solid atmosphere, and motivating music. Day pass was only $10! Worth every penny.

Great old school, gritty gym. Has everything anyone would need for serious lifters and beginners. And not packed!! Benches need help however. read more

I came down from San Frascisco on business and let me tell you. First off everything in there is either broken or about to break. It's super nasty and stuffy in there. And the men's restroom is disgusting asf. The urinal doesn't even work. And on top of all the the owner of the gym is a total douche bag. One of the rudest guys I've ever met. DO NOT SIGN UP. read more

The equipment is unique and the lighting is perfect at the gym. I recommend this gym to anyone

this is literally the best gym in town, unique machines that no other gym has, friendly fellow gym goers, great atmosphere and free pre workout for all members! read more

This is what a gym should be; a no-nonsense place to work out. The owner is helpful, kind, and approachable. He is also ripped, which will motivate you to exercise. read more

Hands down a great gym to go to. Its an all free weight gym and a great environment to work out in. They have a big speaker blasting music so can get motivated while pumping iron. The owner of the gym Ryan is friendly and very informative with any questions you might have. Its a no contract gym, month to month payments which starts at $25 a month. The gym has a 24 hr access for you to workout on your own schedule. If your looking for a gym cjeck this place out Behind the saltys on white ln read more

A great place to workout with a lot of new people I would recommend this place for anyone that's beginning to workout

This is the best gym in town for serious weight lifters. It provides an excellent variety of machines, free weights, cardio, and all the other tools you could ever need. The facilities are kept clean and neat. The members are always respectful and friendly. If you have the time and funds, I highly recommend personal training with the owner. He is extremely knowledgeable and motivating. read more

This is a review following the most recent changes and additions to the gym. I have been a member for about 6months and have been attending the gym for about 10+ years, mainly at commercial gyms. Since they added the new equipment, there are a lot of different exercises and movements that people can utilize to build muscle or just get a good workout, throw in free preworkout, towels, open 24/7, chalk and energizing music and you find yourself immersed in an environment suitable for making all kinds of gains. This isn't your typical commercial gym, yes people grunt and hit olympia poses shirtless, but honestly everyone I have met in the gym is friendly and share the same "let's get it" mentality. Overall my experience at Iron Arms has been great, I'm actually down about 40lbs since I joined(thanks to the pandemic and binge eating cause by stress because nursing is life) and I recommend this place to anyone looking for gym. read more

This is a great gym. The weights are 100% still made of iron. The plates are round , not octagonal and the crew genuinely loves being there. Well worth the $25 bucks per month with no startup fee or contract. Tell 'Em luke sent you. read more

Great atmosphere, everyone is super helpful and welcoming. They have tons of new upgraded equipment for both powerlifting, bodybuilding, and weight loss. Super old school vibe and you can go anytime, no bs time restraints. read more

It's not a commercial gym so don't expect it! But it's been my home gym for almost 2 years now and let me tell you this, nothing will ever compare. It is a locally owned gym ran by one guy so yeah have some patience with the maintenance of the machines. This place is one big family and is super welcoming, the people here are always willing to help with opened arms! This is our second home. The owner is always trying to advance it for the better with some of the best machines. Yes the place is a little dusty and yes it gets hotter than hell, but that's the best environment to get your butt in there and hit an awesome nasty workout just like it should be! read more

Overall a great gym. When I was first shown this place it was a work in progress. However the members there were great and helpful as I started to learn how to properly work out. As time passed many upgrades have been made to the gym that you can get more than just an "arms" work out. I really enjoy coming here and shout out to ownership for doing what they can to make this a great gym read more

WOMEN you have to lift weights to change your body!!! (& Booty) And this is just the place to do it! The culture of growth and customized top of the line equipment is the perfect foundation for beginners and advanced lifters. You have everything you need to succeed here. The feel of this gym is raw and persuades your attitude towards results. The owner Alex was first to greet me when I walked into this gym...that says a lot for how much attention to detail n love this guy has put into his gym. I was newer to lifting and was a bit intimidated on the where and how to start? But Alex gave me a tour, walked me through everything and i could just feel his love for his gym and the sport of weight lifting, i knew this was the place for me and my goal of transforming my body and entering into a fitness competition (A lg goal for a girl with no back ground). I went home that night to find a personalized supporting email from Alex that inspired me to believe in myself and took my goal from a possibility of what if.. to this is going to happen. Alex customized a macro/calorie diet for me and a customized workout plan and explained with science just what we are doing! He didn't give me a cookie cutter plan, like most PT. I really believe that his 10 years of experience has shaved off years of trial and error for me and I can fully trust him and that takes the stress out out of my first show All i have to do is show up and stick to the plan. I have put on 7lbs of muscle in the past few months with Alex's amazing work out routine. He has high standards and acute attention to details, which is what makes him a coach of a dying breed, He can read when to push you and when to stop you so you don't get hurt. Its nice(rare) to have a coach that will share your dreams and excitement of change no matter how big or small the goal i have watched him form others bodies and also just offer help to those in the gym not looking for a trainer. No matter the goal your age race sex this is a gym where you can feel comfortable being yourself and call a second home! Even if your a mom like me! Plus it has an ol school vibe of a real body builders gym like one you would see in Venice beach. read more

By far the best gym in town. If your looking for loud music, heavy weights, and the ability to further your weight loss like never before; this is the place. Combined with the cheapest personal training in town; is never go anywhere else. The feature 5 fully loaded squat racks (hella gains) Two flat bench stations An Incline bench station A shoulder press 5 adjustable benches on their own And the heaviest/most accurate dumbells In the area. The owner is a great guy and the atmosphere is incredible. Give it a shot Forsure! read more

Iron Arms Gym - Iron arms itself - Gyms Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I scheduled a consultation with Alex, the owner. I wanted a personal training for a month to get fit for an event. Alex was a wealth of knowledge and actually shared all he knew that would benefit me. He wanted to tackle the root of my problem, as opposed to treating the problem. He provided me with a meal plan and workout regime. He also inquired about my lifestyle to help me. This is a man who is not trying to get the lost amount of money out of people; he simply wants to help others. I highly recommend his services. read more

This is a new gym behind Salty's BBQ. I am writing this review because I had a difficult time finding a gym that fit my interests when I moved to Bakersfield. If you feel the gym you have been going to does not have enough free weights, Iron Arms Gym is for you. there are tons of dumbbells from 10 lbs to over 200 lbs (that right 250 lb dumbbells!) There are a good amount of machines,multiple power racks, a preacher rack, multiple bench racks, medicine balls and much more. There are multiple fans placed in the gym to keep it cool. The owner is very cool and flexible. The gym currently has a small amount of cardio machines but it has everything you need (treadmill, stepper etc.) and they are always available. The gym is designed for people who want to lift heavy and often. This does not mean there is not something for everyone. The gym plays loud music but the music is not annoying and actually pretty motivating. Everyone I have met in this gym has been pretty friendly. In this modern era of gyms where you are more likely to get asked to take video of a set for someones Instagram instead of get asked for a spot, it is very refreshing to go to a gym where members are friendly to lifters of all experience levels and ages and offer to spot you if you need. Price is reasonable and open late (currently 10 pm) Could not recommend this gym more read more

This new gym is absolutely awesome!! Best place in Bakersfield for those workout addicts !! The place has it all and its just amazing !! From the music to the different workout areas! Thanks iron arms gym read more

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Awesome gym! Real iron weights, loud music. Men & Women deadlift, bench, and squat record board. Amazing atmosphere!!! read more

Love this place free weights loud music and a good workout price is great owner is wonderful recommend to everyone that works out hard core

Owner is horrible at maintaining doesn't know how to manage the with the upkeep on the gym equipment. Seems something's always broken and takes forever to get fixed if it even does, I've had the cables fall down on me and smash my hand on several occasions so I could only imagine how often it happens and he has yet to fix or look into fixing it. The bathrooms are beyond disgusting smells are horrid and looks like it's never been cleaned, overall horrible gym! read more

Went there while on business-this place is awesome. Plenty a bad asses lifting enormous weights. Well chosen and properly loud hip hop. A big fan. They offered me a shot and while leaving I took them up on this offer. Should have bought a hat.... read more

Great free weight gym! This places has loud music playing non stop so I didn't need my headphones. It has ridiculous heavy Dumbbells 5lbs to 200lbs. read more

This ain't your momma's health club. The weights are heavy, the grunting is real, and the music is loud.

Great gym if you want no nonsense, frills, or contracts. They even offer day passes. Loud music and super friendly owner. Best part is not having to wait for equipment! Definitely recommend this place! read more

Great place to work out. No cancellation charge no BS. The owner is awesome, he really knows his stuff. I recommend Iron Arms to anyone serious about weight lifting. read more

I'll start out by saying this is the best gym I've ever been to.. At first I came here because my gym was closed.. It was a $5 day fee and I was surprised. Such an awesome gym for so cheap. I liked it so much I got a membership and have been here ever since. Great gym with great environment. Whether your a body builder wanting to hit the 200LB Dumbbells or just someone starting out and wanting to get into shape this is the place to be.. read more

If you are looking for a place to lift in Bakersfield, I highly recommend Iron Arms Gym. Iron Arms has something to offer for everyone, including dumbbells up to 200 lbs. The best thing about this gym is the unmatched atmosphere; loud music, motivating members, and a great owner. Iron Arms Gym will definitely put some hair on your chest and bean bag. read more

I am traveling in my bus and my workout schedule is every third day. Traveled thru Bakersfield Ca, did a search for gyms, found 2 others and this 1. I went to Planet fitness having never been to 1, they wanted $20 for a day visit, said no thanks and drove to Iron Arms, $5 day visit, just like my gym in Oregon charges. Walked inside and the music can be easily heard from the front desk. Went in to workout area and found a REAL gym, no BS machines , a little cardio warmup items, 3 I think, the rest is all old school iron and lifting equipment. I am in process of working back from a broken hip and leg, and a triple bypass all in last year and a half. Got no BS from other gym rats that were dead lifting 500 lbs, everyone there is focused on their on gains. So if your traveling thru, or live locally, are a serious lifter or just starting out, you should try IRON ARMS out. Its the perfect weight gym, thank you for a perfect workout area, see you on the flip flop. Sorry so long. read more