Been coming to this gym for about 10 years now and it's gotten better and better! Scott is so wonderful and he takes the time to get to know everyone, I truly feel like I'm surrounded by family when I'm training. The equipment is top notch and you'll find everything you need for every muscle group and then some!! read more

I've been coming to this gym for a little while now and honestly, it's been a great experience. The gym is always clean, the equipment is well taken care of, and the overall vibe is really professional and friendly. What stands out the most though is Scott (owner) he's genuinely a good guy. Super approachable, easy to talk to, and you can tell he cares about the place and the people who come here. It makes a huge difference compared to the big commercial gyms where you just feel like a number. If you're looking for a private gym that's professional but also has that personal touch, this is the spot. Definitely recommend checking it out. read more

Joining this gym was nothing short of life changing. Scot is a great trainer who is encouraging and knowledgeable and incredibly fun to work with. As the owner, he picks everyone who joins the gym so it's never too crowded and everyone there is very friendly. read more

Mendy's is the best gym I've been to. It's immaculately clean and organized and has every piece of equipment that I could possibly ever need. There is 24/7 access, and it's never crowded. Yes, you do have to interview with Scot to become a member. I really appreciate the idea of preserving the positive vibe for the existing folks who workout here. Everyone is so nice! Definitely sign up for personal training. You'll learn from literally the best in the world. read more

This is easily hands down THEE BEST gym I've ever trained at in my entire life, I HIGHLY recommend for anyone who's really serious about training! read more

This gym is open 24 hours and is big enough for a great workout but not too big to be over crowded... love this gym.

Everyone that goes to this gym is respectful and clean. Never an issue using the gear I need, and my wife feels safe coming here at night by herself. World class athletes are all around to help if you need. It really has a family vibe. read more

I've found the gym for me, I never thought I'd say that about a weightlifting gym.. especially because I'm a girl and weightlifting gyms are usually very intimidating and intense. Not the case at Mendy's! I absolutely love that it's never packed & sometimes I have the gym all to myself, everyone's very respectful of your space and Mendy treats everyone like family- super cool dude. I was never the kind of person that liked to go to the gym for hours on end but I do here! I think it's because it feels like my own personal gym- no one ever bugs me or is in my way unlike when I go to commercial gyms.. Btw I'm obsessed with this new hip thrust machine Mendy just got in- makes me feel like I have buns of steel lol Ladies, you will love it as much as I do, total game changer! read more

Mendy's Gym - New hip thrust machine - Gyms Near Me - Van Nuys, California

I've been going to this gym for a month now and it's one of the best gyms I've been to. It's open 24/7 and the equipment is phenomenal! The provided equipment is better than any gym I know and the owner was more than happy to answer questions on the equipment. read more

My son and I came in for an interview with Scot with the intention of joining Mendy's Gym. Scot is a very down to Earth guy with a heart as big as his biceps. Unfortunately, we did not join because of financial hardships NOT because the gym is lacking in anyway. This IS the gym that the Valley needs. It does not follow the big box gym standard in anyway. This is an old school pride of ownership gym that shines throughout. If two hours on an elliptical trainer watching E! is what you call a workout you will probably be unhappy here. If the most important piece of workout equipment to you means that your athletic shoes MUST match your shirt and both MUST match the stripe in your spandex pants you probably won't be happy here. If getting a workout that involves a serious sweat and muscle soreness, the next day, breaking plateaus, all while under the watchful eyes of real professionals that know what they're doing (in practice and not just theory) is important to you then pony up the cash and come to a real gym. Do the smart thing and join Mendy's Gym, you won't regret it. read more

One of the greatest gyms that I've ever trained at. Scot and Jade, Scot's daughter, are awesome trainers/coaches. I hope to one day be able to reach powerlifting champion status at their help. read more

I love this facility, Scot is an amazing human being, as well as his son Troy. Every time I go in and see Scot , he greets me with the most wholesome welcome to the facility. Machines are kept in great shape, and the best part is the welcoming atmosphere, and everyone re-racks their weights. read more

mendys is a one of a kind gym. the absolute nicest people work and frequent this place and with limited space they somehow have made one of the best fitness facilities i've ever been to. scot and staff are super nice and accommodating and do a great job of keeping only wonderful people inside the gym. so glad i found mendys. read more

Mendy's is a great place to get your workout on. First time I walked in to check it out I knew I had found the gym for me. Mendy and Ashley are very friendly and helpful. I workout at 0400 in the morning and the place is always spotless. They have everything I want in a gym. Dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells, MMA cage, heavy bags, and well maintained machines. A few unique handles for the cable machines. Awesome equipment, open 24 hours, friendly people and clean. Truly a great place to workout. read more

I had the pleasure to check out Mendy's gym tonight, and what a great place. Scott Mendelson is an outstanding host. I was made to feel at home right away, and was introduced to the couple people there at the time. He takes pride and having a place that's a family. He has very clear rules. Clean up after yourself and don't be a jerk. If only every gym had people put weights back. What a world that would be. This is an excellent weight lifting gym, with every machine you may need to have an excellent workout. I was able to do a full body workout without fighting over machines at my own fairly quick pace, and was able to grab the exact weighted dumbbell when I needed it. Mendy is a great person who loves what he does, and although he is a mountain, does not intimidate you if you're just starting off. You can't say that about most other gyms. Definately a gem in the valley. Thank you Mr. Mendelson for the hospitality today. P.s. I arrived at 5 PM and did not have to fight for a squat rack. Mind blown. Needless to say I ended up joining when he offered me the chance. read more

An amazing gym hands down! They have all the equipment you need and could ever need. The place is kept in top-notch condition, super clean. Scot is an awesome person, everyone there is super friendly and supportive. The vibes were definitely there. read more

I absolutely love this gym, I like the fact that I can go anytime I want to, but it has everything you need, I have even started to use the boxing area to do my cardio, something that I never did before in any other gym, Scott, the owner is a really great person, treats every one like a friend or family. I highly recommend this gym. read more

I have been coming to Mendy's for a while. This is beyond just a gym, like the Mendy says when you join you become part of the family. I have learned so much from coming to this gym. Mendy himself is a real champ! If you are new or very expereiced, Mendy's is the place to go. It is a serious gym with all the equipment you could need to meet your goals. Definitely some characters that come to this gym and everyone is friendly. The price will ALWAYS be worth it! 24 hours, working machines, clean enviornment, and friendly people. If you are looking for a smaller alternative, and a more personal envoirnment this place is for you. Gym is never overcrowded, but when it is there are records being broken!! I have never seen so much weight be moved by so many different people, very inspiring, this place attracts some of the strongest people, and the owner is definitely up there near the top!! Great gym, you will learn alot, and you will definitely meet goals. read more

The fact that I can come at ANYTIME to the night/day makes this gym perfect! Mendy welcomes everyone with open arms and helps anyone and everyone out when they need it. You will always find it clean and the gym has everything a powerlifter ‍ needs!So happy to be part of the Mendy family! read more

I joined Mendy's Gym 3 weeks ago. I went in to Mendy's and met Scot and Ashely. Scot and Ashely greeted me with a very warm welcome. Scot showed me around the gym and told me about what he has accomplished and I couldn't help but to be amazed. I've learned more in the 3 weeks Scot has been training me then I have in the last 10 years weight lifting by myself and reading magazines and books. Scot is one of the best Personal Trainers, Coaches and Mentors in the world. If you want to be the best you have to have the best teacher. I'm very fortunate to have the opportunity to be taught by one of the best in the world Scot Mendelson. Plus all the instructors at Mendy's Gym are some the best in the Wolrd. I've played many sports and to me Scot is one of the best Teachers, Coaches and Mentors I have ever had. If you want to get in better shape and learn to live a healthier lifestyle, are a competitive athlete, or are serious about becoming a eltite Bodybuilder or Power Lifter come to Mendy's Gym. read more

This review is way overdue. I and when I say I, I mean my whole family loves this gym. I was looking for a new gym that was open late and this place popped up on google as open. So I dropped in the next day and met Scot who interviewed me for all of 2 minutes and signed me up. I think he could tell I was desperate for a place where I could go anytime and not deal with having to wait for the dumbbell I needed or the machine I needed. It is never crowded. Maybe not the best business decision for Scot, but it seems like he is selective about who joins the gym. It seems like everyone he picks is down to earth, friendly, and respectful of each other. There are guys who are seriously ripped and competitors in the weight lifting world and there are a lot of people like myself just trying to get fit and put off the effects of aging because there is still so much we want to do in life. I then told my wife about this gym and she went and was impressed and signed up for personal training with Scot along with my 14 year old son. My wife has never been much for the gym but she hardly every misses a workout now and she is getting results. She looks awesome! And my son who was recovering from an ACL injury probably recovered much quicker working with Scot who understood the challenge. Now he is playing basketball for his High School team. We go there late at night sometimes and get in some good Father and son time. (Which is getting harder as they get into the teenage years) We were talking about the gym needing more people late at night like us (it wasn't a school night) and he said "I would be devastated if this gym wasn't here".. So now we consider this a home away from home and we consider Scot not only the gym owner but a friend with a big heart who is kindly pushing us and making us healthier in spite of ourselves so we can live a healthier life. It doesn't feel just like having a membership but being part of group of friends or a family who must all chip in to support the cause of a great place to be at and get ourselves stronger and healthier. Don't let the location scare you either, the gym is secure with double doors, security codes, and IR dongles. It is an Oasis in Van Nuys and I always feel very safe here. read more

Love this gym. They have equipment here you see NO PLACE else, including a belt squat machine which lets you squat with no spinal compression which is awesome if you've got any back issues. I love the mat and cage which is where they have different classes like boxing, mma, and Jiu-Jitsu. I'd definitely encourage anyone serious about lifting or combat sports to check this joint out, because the instructors are all super accomplished in their respective sports as well. read more

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Love this place, I can come in anytime I want & Mendy the owner is very accommodating! & helpful. Very glad I found this place! One of the best decisions i've made :) MMA classes are sick too!! read more

Best gym in the LA area! Mendy's a great guy and if you're lucky you'll catch a look at him benching insane amount of weights!

Scot is amazing! I couldn't ask for a better gym. Everyone here is family and I've really stepped up my fitness game going to this gym. I was looking for a quiet professional type gym to leave 24 hour fitness and I found it. I highly recommend! read more

My home away from home! If your looking for a serious gym in the LA area then look no further. For beginners its great and lots of knowledgable people around to help. For advanced lifters it has all the equipment and the environment to go along with it. Chalk friendly, deadlift jack and mono lift... Kilo plates and all the different types of barbells you could need. Top it all of with good music... Best gym in LA hands down!! read more

My son and I signed up at Mendy's Gym to both join the gym and to get private training from Mendy. I'm 56 and my son is 18. We both wanted to get our technique sorted. For me, I want to lift into old age. For my son, he wanted the same but he also wants to be a trainer when he grows up. Mendy's gym itself is probably one of the most complete in terms of equipment I've ever seen despite its size (I've been lifting since age 15). He also has some equipment you wont find in most gyms - including the real expensive ones. And some of that gear for me personally made a huge difference. When I started with Mendy, I had knee pain so bad some days I could barely walk and I sometimes had to stop half way up the stairs (lifetime of martial arts and motorcycles). I was also starting to get a brand new pain in my left hip. Before I went to Mendy's I had already lost 25 pounds through diet and had been cycling through doctors, physical therapists and different types of weight training with no luck where my knees were concerned. Within a month of training with Mendy the hip pain was gone. Two months in and the stairs and long distance walking was not an issue. After 3-4 months of following his training methods I ran a 12 minute mile. I am absolutely amazed at the progress. I really thought running would not be in the cards for me. I know I sound like a paid ad but hit me up if you have questions. Some people have posted negatively about being interviewed for the gym. I say Hell yeah. First of all - no crowds. Secondly, the people I've met are all not only interesting but serious about training. People who show up, put the headphones on and say, "Hey what's up bro?" and get to work. You will train beside world champions (Mendy is a 5x world record holder), Olympians, body builders and people like first responders for whom fitness is a priority. No ass hats who don't put the weights away or hang out hitting on chicks and hogging the squat rack. I have only worked with a few trainers in my life but I cant imagine anyone better than Mendy. Beside his encyclopedic knowledge of all aspects of training, he is incredibly funny (what my Grandma would call "a real character"), has more stories than Scheherazade, and genuinely wants to see you improve and reach your goals. You will work your ass off and have fun doing it. Whether you train with Mendy or just use the gym I can't recommend it highly enough. He has created a sacred space for like minded people to train together without all the BS you run into at other gyms. read more

Great place to work out. The gym has what I need and when I needed. I love to arm wrestle and mendys has tables and equipment for that sport. The people are all dedicated and the atmosphere is uplifting. Scott the owner is an example of positive attitude and determination. I would highly recommend to any body who wants to get their body in shape or train for a specific sport. read more

Not affiliated to the gym at all. I'm not even a member. Walked in last week for the first time to a completely empty gym and asked the owner if I could check out the place. I got one of the most hospitable welcomes I have ever received. He explained his background and what the gym was all about. As well as invited me to workout. He gave me an iPad to play the music I wanted and the speaker system is absolutely amazing. There's nothing better than an empty gym and blasting music to hit chest. The gym itself beautiful. Don't get me wrong it's not a huge gym, or even a big gym for the matter. But it has a homey feel with every single equipment you need. Super cool powerlifting equipment as well as all the basics. Would choose Mendy's gym over 24, la fitness, or equinox any day. There's also the benefit of knowing your money is going to a guy that just loves the gym culture and is passionate about it and not a corporation. I'm moving out the country and the only thing that sucks about that is I won't be able to join this gym. RIP to all the potential gains I could have made at Mendys!!!!!!! read more

I am someone who can not deal with the atmosphere of bigger gyms at all, I am also someone who is terrible at keeping up with working out (lol) however, I just recently signed up and I instantly fell in love with this gym after my first workout! Everyone I've met so far have been extremely nice and so helpful in giving me workout tips and advice. I'm actually excited to go workout now! 10/10 highly recommend to everyone, this really is the best gym ever! :) read more

I just moved to Lake Balboa and have had trouble finding a gym. Most everything out here is group fitness classes or horrible chain gyms. I dropped in at Mendy's, and it was a very solid gym. It has everything you need--cardio machines, free weights, cable machines, and a spacious kickboxing area if that's your bag. (PUN INTENDED, MOFOS). The real strength of the place was its staff. The front desk person (Ashley I think?) was extremely kind, helpful, and welcoming. The owner (a world record holding lifter, I believe) was there, too, and was also incredibly welcoming. He even generously invited me to come by for a strength training tutorial. You can tell it's a real family business where they pride themselves on customer service. Unfortunately for me, it's just a too far away from home to make sense to join. And that sucks, because good gyms seem to be few and far between out here in the valley. But for anyone closer looking for a solid gym with A+ people running it, I'd take a hard look at Mendy's. read more

Great place. A new spot to lift and play with all kinds of equipment. Good for women and men all ages & levels of fitness from beginner to pro like me. The next time I come in I will hit the bags & take one of GI Joe's Bootcamp classes and will update my post after. Best of all the people who this place Scot, Jeff, Serafina are cool! read more

Mendy's Gym - Training guns at Big Mendy's - Gyms Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Amazing gym! This is my new secret to success. Needed to kickstart my workouts and get about 30 pounds off. This gym is the bomb! The owner Scot is a world champ power lifter. He know all the members personally. You get a real personal touch here. It's for serious training. Learn how to box and lift weights correctly from a world champ. So glad I found Mendys. Changed my life. 5 stars all the way! read more

This gym is a great place to train and workout. Everyone is friendly and most important there are no egos. As a female i feel comfortable lifting weights here. At other gyms it can be uncomfortable because the guys look at you like you don't belong. Also Mendy the owner is always around to give tips and help maximize your workout! read more

I was looking for Zumba classes near me. And I saw that this gym offered a lot of classes including Zumba, so I decided to check it out. They really worked me!!! But I feel so good after the classes and it's just what I was looking for. They also offer personal training which I also recently started with Mendy (Scot) himself. And I can already tell this is going to make all the difference for me. Highly recommend the Zumba class. The instructor is great! read more

I just went to Mendy's Gym on Van Nuys. Scott showed me how to use everything, the variety of leg machines are the best I've seen. It's a clean, fun gym. There's music, TVs everywhere. It's a great place to get an entire workout. Best part, NO contract. read more

I love this gym and highly recommend it to everyone! It's clean with great equipment. The owners and their staff are friendly, helpful, experienced and professional. They offer competitive prices. It's a fun and comfortable environment while getting in great shape. I signed up for a year after my first workout. A+ read more

I am a 70 year old male cancer survivor who during radiation and chemo treatment, lost most of my muscle mass (50 ibs). I'm in my sixth week of strength training with Ashly Crawford and am constantly amazed by her ability to not only isolate my muscle problems but also by her concern for every move I make. I have had a lower back problem since my late teens... she knows that and if we're working on certain muscle groups and I wince, she changes the routine... These are professional strength coaches and are making this old dude feeling a whole lot younger. It's work but I feel much better for it. read more

If you're serious about working out, this is your gym. It has everything you need to get an awesome workout, stretch, kickboxing session, anything you need. You'll never max out the weights, they have an awesome selection of cable machines (not rows and rows of treadmills like most gyms). The staff is super friendly and supportive, I felt welcome from the moment I set foot in the door. The people who work out here are professionals, no gimmicks or BS. If you want frills and towel service, go to equinox. If you want to build muscle, strength, and endurance, work out at Mendy's. read more

Feels like I'm at home, comfortable, and most importantly welcoming. The atmosphere is excellent. I am super self conscious, but this place holds no judgement. I LITERALLY will enjoy working out. Thank you Mendy. read more