I've been training with Darren now for several months and couldn't be more pleased with the…read moreresults. I started seeing him originally because I was concerned that the PT I was undergoing for an ankle injury was not getting me back on my feet (literally) quick enough. Darren's extensive experience in physical therapy was just what I was looking for and the bonus - he comes to me! Since working with him my recovery has been quick and I've moved on to focus on full body conditioning. He arrives with all the equipment you will need for full circuits, weight training , cardio, etc. I highly recommend Back to Sports of you are looking for a skilled, reliable trainer who will keep you motivated!

Darren is an excellent partner in health! He has greatly helped my strength and conditioning, which…read morehas improved my overall health and well-being. Not only is he an awesome trainer and coach, he knows a million tricks and techniques for new and existing injuries (not to mention injury prevention), he is a source of nutritional info and general delicious cuisine, and he has a great sense of humor as well. I'm a fan of outdoor workouts, so the Back to Sports bus is perfect for me. I very much recommend Darren to seasoned fitness folks, people easing back into a more active lifestyle, and complete novices alike.

They run a semimonthly* exercise challenge in conjunction with Lou's Cafe down the block. The…read moreprize? A free sandwich of your choice. Between you and the prize is a sidewalk circuit of interval stations. Meet the prescribed number of reps at each station within the overall time limit, and the sandwich is yours. Don't, and you still got a free personal workout session. In the back of my mind, I wasn't sure whether it was a good thing that I'd worked out and was rewarded with delectables or a bad thing that I proceeded to stuff my face and undo the exercise I'd just accomplished. ...Whatever. I still promptly claimed and ate the sandwich. Idea: Do the challenge with a friend; whoever does better gets both sandwiches. *First & last Saturday of the month, from late morning till after lunch.

OK, I'm not a member here yet, but I met with the owner today to check it out and was really…read moreintrigued by the idea, so wanted to share: Basically, you start with one-on-one personal training sessions, form a personalized workout, and then you workout on your own by appointment with other people. There's a trainer on the floor to help all of you as you workout. It's cheaper than hiring a personal trainer, and you still get guided instruction for your workouts. The space is beautiful and the equipment is shiny and new!

Going to Sol Gym for healing or for growth doesn't feel like a chore, it feels like visiting caring…read morefriends who are always looking out for you. I can't even list all the different health and fitness challenges that Mike and Gio have helped me get through. They've not only helped with overcoming challenges, but in achieving new goals. Some gym classes and personal training feel stressful, this was not that. I was able to put my energy into the exercises and let Mike and Gio safely handle planning and monitoring the routine. It's a welcome break during the workday or to start / end the day. The mental reset of the environment is as beneficial as the physical reset. On session cancellation policies: Some of them may seem a bit strict at the start, but they actually benefit you in the long run. The sessions are very customizable and taking a stretching or easy session is better than skipping, 100%. I don't think I'll be able to find anything this good, and the only reason I'm leaving after two years is because I have to move for work. I would've never thought I'd visit an old gym on work trips or vacations, but this one I definitely will.

Coming to sol gym to train with Mike and Gio has been one of the highlights of my week for the…read morepast 2 years. Mike has helped me with personalized treatment plan for neck and back pain. I've also noticed a huge improvement in my strength and energy. One of the best parts about sol gym is the attention and flexibility the trainers have had that allows them to meet my needs while pushing me effectively to work harder to be more fit. Mike and Gio both provide great conversations and make you feel like a part of the gym community.

I started personal training sessions with John a year ago at Raise the Bar Fitness in…read moreParkside/Sunset with a goal of getting back to running short distances. Before that, I had been unsuccessfully working with a virtual PT to recover from runner's knee, so I decided to try working with a personal trainer. That change really made all the difference for me. Not only have I been able address the imbalance in my legs & glutes, but I've also regained overall body strength. I finally feel like I'm back on the right track to rebuilding the muscle strength I lost after having two kids during the pandemic. The training sessions are fun, and John keeps things fresh by switching up and progressing the workouts so that it remains challenging while also addressing any new issues that come up. I also really appreciate his positive attitude and the fact that he works with you at a pace that fits where you are in life.

I've been working with John in the Sunset/Parkside district for over four months. Before training…read morewith him, I had no prior strength training experience. My primary fitness goals were to build functional strength while improving my flexibility, mobility, and overall fitness. John is supportive, knowledgeable, and meticulous in his approach. He prioritizes proper form and injury prevention during every workout, creating a safe and encouraging environment to learn and progress. Working with John has been an incredibly positive experience, and I've gained both strength and confidence throughout my fitness journey. I highly recommend John to anyone who is new to strength training or looking for a supportive and attentive trainer.

I grew up in a culture where we bonded over food. It didn't matter what we ate, we just cooked and…read morefed one another. When I went away to college, I realized how unhealthy I was and how unhealthy my family's lifestyle was. So I started changing up my diet and looking for physical activity that I would enjoy. I had gotten up to running 25-30 miles a week in less than a year! Running became my way to relax, unwind, think about everything and nothing at all. And then I moved on to graduate school. Time became the essence. I had none! i stopped cooking, stopped running, stopped it all! Over 4 years later, I found 02 Athletics in February 2010. It became a new commitment, a lifestyle change, and a desire to better myself. The class itself consists of what I can only describe as "madness"! Seriously... People like to be told, "it gets easier". Well i'm a realist and i will tell u that it does NOT! It only gets harder, but you learn to challenge urself to do things u would never imagine tackling! I never considered myself a sprinter, and here I am sprinting with the guys in the class and hanging more often than not. I woulda never imagined myself doing a set of tricep push-ups, not to mention the upside down, one-handed and slap push-ups. Everyday, I feel like I have room to improve, and everyday, I feel better that I have improved! The instructor is an MMA fighter. He loves what he does as a fighter, but I think he loves more the changes he makes as an instructor. In such a large city as SF, u get used to impersonal fitness groups. But James is in it for much more than the chump (and it really is chump) change. I personally challenge u to find a cheaper bootcamp! He will pull u aside, give u tips on ur kickboxing technique, motivate u to better urself, and literally boost ur confidence. He really watches out for u. He also continues to look for ways to motivate you to be a better athlete, a more confident individual, and an overall better person! Bottom line - you know this bootcamp means something more than a work-out when: 1) I've been using yelp for 4 years, and this bootcamp is my 1st review EVER! 2) I now change my work schedule, social plans, and everything in between to make as many classes as I can 3) I choose to hang out with these work out people because we cover the spectrum - different cultures, different fields of work (from healthcare to media to law enforcement to art ...), different skill levels, but we all have one thing in common - we're over-achievers who push the limits! Are u an over-achiever? Try it out, and u'll never look back... NO EXCUSES!

I am writing this review right now as I am in my 3rd week at bootcamp and I hesitate to rave too…read moremuch about it because I still want it to be my little secret! I just moved into the inner sunset so I had to search for a new gym to belong to. I searched long and hard on Yelp as I compared certain gyms in the neighborhood looking at what they had to offer as well as price and customer reviews. 02 Athletics stood out to me almost immediately so I figured "why not" and signed up to attend a trial class. Later that same day, I got a voicemail on my phone from James (the instructor) inviting me to try it out. His voice had the booming quality of Billy Blanks (The kickboxing DVD guy) and the slight insane intonation of Shaun T (the INSANITY DVD) guy. I knew this was going to be INTENSE. If you are ready to be pushed like you've never been pushed before THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to be apart of an awesomely diverse group of people THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to meet people who are super cool and down to earth, but who you would NEVER want to piss off in a dark alley THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to learn how to become one of the people mentioned above THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. If you are ready to have an ass that someone could bounce a quarter off of THIS IS THE BOOTCAMP FOR YOU. (I'm getting there!) I would not waste my time and money to wake up and get my ass handed to me at 6am unless it was AWESOME. I can't say enough good things about James and the people in 02 Athletics! He truly cares about your progress and the pre-workout texts help keep me accountable!

I started training with Raul 6 months ago and it's been the best fitness decision I've made in…read moreyears. My background is that of a former competitive athlete (volleyball) through high school and into college. That however was a long time ago and my own personal fitness efforts veered to that of a standard loop through the gym with a little cardio and weights; and in more recent years, yoga. I've been lucky enough to be able to maintain a fairly fit physic, without too much effort, for most of my life. But I noticed that shifting about 2 years ago. I needed to step up my game, but lacked the motivation to really do it on my own. A shoulder injury a year and a half ago (obtained while playing with my then 6 year old daughter) sidelined all gym activity. After a year of yoga, I just wasn't seeing the results I wanted. I needed to get moving again, which prompted a game changing decision, and I walked into Raul's class. First off, Golden Gate Park...could anyone ask for a more stunning backdrop to workout in? No TV's, no smelly gym, no cell phones. It's one of my favorite places in the City, and I get to workout here! And you will workout! Strawberry Hill, a set of stairs, park benches, and your body weight is literally all Raul needs to give you an unreal workout. Of course, he has kettles bells, tractor tires, and barbells that he likes to mix into workouts as well. Everyday is different. Every workout brings something new that has us asking, how did he come up with this, and what will he bring tomorrow? The group atmosphere is one of the key components for me. I like being part of a team, I like having a "coach", I like have that comradery and motivation from within the group. They support you, they push you, they hold you accountable (even when Raul isn't looking) It pushes you to fight through fatigue, to get those last 2 reps in, and at the end of the hour, it's something we've all done together. Raul's knowledge of the human body, how to work the muscles, to get the optimum performance out of them, is incredible. That coupled with his medical training makes him the perfect trainer if you are injured, or needing rehab. He can have 4 different workouts going in the same hour to adapt to a physical limitation someone may have in class. He is bringing my shoulder back after nearly 2 years of chronic pain. I not only feel it, I see it. I'm stronger, I'm leaner, I have endurance I haven't had in years. If you're looking to change your life physically, come meet us in the park. You won't be sorry.

Raul Hurtado is hands down the best trainer I have worked with. No, really... EVER!! It constantly…read moreblows my mind how knowledgeable, qualified, smart, and instructive he is, and if that weren't enough-- he's one of the nicest, most patient people I've ever known. Forget the fact that I'm in my 40's and in the best shape of my entire life, thanks to workouts with Raul and San Francisco Strength & Conditioning. His outdoor group exercise class in Golden Gate Park (and at his nearby studio!) completely sets the tone for my entire day. It's SO awesome to be outdoors in nature for an entire hour, exercising alongside of some really cool people I've gotten to know. And whether they all realize it or not, they help hold me accountable for showing up and doing the the work. And by "work", it's actually more like "fun"! Raul is incredibly creative in coming up with different workout routines, so it NEVER gets boring. Some days he'll show up with boxing equipment, and we spend and hour throwing punches and doing crunches. Another day there'll be a truck tire that we have to strike with a sledgehammer, or a competition between two teams to see who can finish a list of exercises first. OMG. SO. FUN!!! (I snapped some pics recently during one of our competitions, and will post them here). The best part of it all really, is the value that you get for your money. Working out with SF S&C is like having a personal trainer, because that's how engaged Raul is with each person's individual workout, form, technique, etc. And if someone has an injury or physical challenge, he ALWAYS remembers, and offers them a modification. A good personal trainer in San Francisco will run you $125+ per HOUR. Eek! But I get to work out 4 days a week PLUS an optional free Saturday workout, PLUS free studio workouts to target specific areas or injuries, and per month, it costs me less than TWO sessions with a personal trainer who isn't half as good as Raul. SFS&C is the best investment in myself that I've ever made!

Joining ASP is one of the most positive changes I've made in years…read more I arrived at my ASP assessment five months ago with a healthy dose of skepticism. Joining a high-end, high-commitment gym felt like an unlikely choice for me. I'd spent most of my life avoiding gyms, preferring to run or bike outside instead. As a busy working mom, it didn't feel realistic--it seemed like something for people with more time or more fitness bandwidth than I had. At that point, I was dealing with chronic plantar fasciitis that had become noticeable with every step. I had tried everything--physical therapy, orthotics, acupuncture, thicker shoes, toe spacers, and more--but nothing fully resolved it. I knew I needed a more fundamental change if I wanted to stay active. The ASP assessment was incredibly thorough. We discussed my heel pain, recurring hip pain, radial nerve irritation in my arm, and a long history of lingering injuries. The team listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and tested movement patterns as we talked. They were like body detectives, looking across systems rather than treating isolated symptoms. They identified that an ankle fracture from 15 years ago had likely set off a chain of compensations that we could address through targeted strengthening. Within the first phase of the program, my heel pain was gone. After years of living with it, I was honestly floored. I could walk without constantly thinking about my feet, which felt like a huge improvement in my quality of life. Around the same time, the nerve issue in my arm--something I'd lived with for years--was also resolved. It felt like years of accumulated aches and pains were being systematically cleared away. From there, we shifted toward my goal of running Bay to Breakers, my first race. The programming combined corrective work, strength, core stability, agility, and structured running. When pain resurfaced after introducing running, we retrained my gait and corrected movement patterns that had been contributing to my hip pain. In the end, I ran the entire race from start to finish--the longest distance I'd ever run continuously--at a pace I felt proud of, with no rebound pain afterward. More importantly, I had fun. I can now run outside again simply because I enjoy it, without pain. While I'm not sure I'll run a marathon, I now believe I could if I wanted to. The biggest changes weren't even on my original list. Once I started showing up consistently, I began paying more attention to nutrition, prioritizing sleep, and feeling happier and more present in every part of my life. Taking care of my health became the foundation that everything else was built around. The accountability and flexibility of ASP's training model have been essential to my consistency. Booking sessions each week keeps me committed in a way I've never managed on my own. There's always someone available to coach, answer questions, and correct my form. At the same time, the model is refreshingly flexible. Life happens--you can run late, step out for a call, or reschedule from morning to evening on the same day. That flexibility also creates a great culture. Because there's no lengthy commitment at sign-up, the gym is full of members who want to be there. There's laughter, camaraderie, and good music, making it a place I genuinely look forward to visiting. The most valuable part of ASP is the coaching team. Jack, Dominique, and Jared are knowledgeable, attentive, and deeply invested in their clients' success. They met me where I was, adapted the program when needed, and kept me accountable throughout. My goals became their goals, and that made all the difference. If you've been struggling with chronic pain or have started wondering whether your body simply can't do the things it used to, I can't recommend ASP highly enough. It has been among the best investments I've ever made in my health, and I'm incredibly grateful I gave it a chance.

A little over a year ago I re-tore my right ACL (3rd time's a charm) and had a bucket handle tear…read moreon my medial meniscus that caused my knee to be stuck into a flexed position and made walking difficult. Due to the complexity of the situation, I had to have two separate surgeries 6 months apart from each other. One to stitch the meniscus back in place and to remove the old ACL graft, and the other to place the new ACL using my quad tendon, as well as fixing a slight tear in the same meniscus again. It has now been six months post-op from the second surgery, and the results that I have gotten since training with Jack at ASP have been amazing. Jack's programming design is so personalized, that he was able to create a program for me when I was non-weightbearing for 11 weeks. He incorporated exercises that replicated what would be done in PT, yet 1000x better. I was getting full body workouts that accommodated my non-weightbearing issue at the time, and was still able to get my lower body engaged and working with isometric exercises for my glutes and legs. When I went back in to see my surgeon for my 3 month check-up, he was shocked at how fast I was recovering and said that I was way ahead of any other patient he had seen in the past during the recovery period. Another plus that I got from Jack's training program was that he also uncovered a lot of other issues I was experiencing that I had not realized were part of a bigger issue and was (unknowingly on my part) affecting my day to day life: poor posture causing neck/upper back pain and spasms, low back pain that would cause me to have to take a break from standing because of how weak I was, and even how the phases in my menstrual cycle played a part in my physical well-being and mental health. Now that I am sitting at six months post-op and only four and a half months back to weight bearing, I am back to running again, cleared to do plyometric work, cleared to go back to simple soccer drills on the field, and can even partake in agility cone drills with little to no knee pain. Overall, I feel so much stronger and feel a lot more confident going back to the field when that time comes. Plus, my back pain is pretty much non-existent and I can stand for hours on end with no issue or spasms. He had to point that out to me because I honestly forgot about the pain! I can't thank Jack enough for how much he has helped me through a time that was mentally and physically exhausting. It seriously has been life changing. If you are still on the fence about joining ASP, I would highly recommend just taking the leap and trying it out for yourself. If it was not for Jack and his expertise, I do not think I would be where I am right now if I was strictly just doing Physical Therapy. Looking forward to seeing how much further I can progress, thanks Jack!

Fun, easygoing coaching staff & great towards ensuring best technique practices. Very welcoming…read moregym. Always having a good time! They just did a remodel for '23, worth checking it out!

Sean and his team are caring, fair, and helpful people. I went to the gym for a couple years and…read moregained a ton of muscle (the most I have ever in my adult life). As a queer woman (and a parent), I felt really accepted here too, which doesn't always happen in a gym environment. When I moved away, Sean cancelled my card payment right away. He's understanding and has a strong community of people that come back month after month. He doesn't trap you in a contract of 1 year, which is really nice - so you just go month by month. If you're in the area, definitely check it out - great programming and even better people.