When I go to the gym, I expect a positive uplifting environment. Every Wednesday there are 2 women…read moreworking the counter that need a class in customer service. All they do is play with their phones and ignore everyone. They could at least look up and smile, or say hello

I started my health journey walking the beach and doing at-home yoga routines. When I moved back to…read moreMonmouth I didn't know what I would do to replace that feeling of joy while being active. I have never been a member of a gym and still am not a member of Monmouth Fitness club. They offer a punch card and that works for me. I have climbed thousands of floors, attended plenty of classes, weighed myself many times on the BMI scale,and cried plenty of tears here. Going to a gym can be intimidating especially for newbies. I have always felt welcomed here. The group fitness classes are absolutely superb. All of the instructors are very passionate about the classes they teach. I have been to the most classes with Jacqueline and she is an excellent teacher. She makes sure the classes are always welcoming and always keeps the class exciting with a new routine. If you're looking to kickstart your health journey, MFC is definitely a good place to be!

I went to a yoga class and they had a sub that day so I'm not sure they taught what the class was…read moresupposed to be. We only did a a few poses and a long rest. This location is the old Indigo yoga space. Nice location, off street and street parking. You can join as a monthly member or get a numbered amount of passes or just do a drop in. I plan on going back when the regular teach is there and compare my experience. They offer many types of yoga classes.

We just moved to Salem five weeks ago. One of the first things we needed was a yoga studio we could…read morego to that felt good to us. We chose Common People Yoga and loved it! The studio has a big room that feels comfortable, and the teachers are all wonderful. Highly recommend it for the location, excellent events, and weekly yoga classes that vary for everyone, from the new to yoga to full-blown yogis. We felt welcomed from the get-go. The Warmed Restore Yin Yoga is exactly what my nervous system needs.

beautiful location. easy to find. parking can be a bit tricky but there's a free parking garage…read moreright next to the plaza that it is located in. the doctors are knowledgable and so easy to communicate with. the massage therapists know what they are doing and listen well to the client's needs and wants. 10/10 recommend! oh and they take some insurances but for self-pay options, they have an amazing wellness program that has flat rate fees for visits. awesome option!

I will be honest I am not a fan of chiropractors due to my line of work. I was very skeptical when…read moreI went in and was 99% convinced I would leave worse than when I came in, but I was desperate to get some relief from my self diagnosed neck and trap strain. I saw Katja Reid DC and not only was she tolerant of my apprehensions and self diagnosing she also fixed my symptoms in one session. I was soo thankful for the relief she gave me and she really changed this skeptics views.

I've worked out here a few times when traveling for business and it's been pretty awesome. I really…read morelike the overall cleanliness, and the people working out here really seem to come to do it with purpose. It's not like one of those janky strip mall gyms where you've got amateur hour and literally people living / sleeping in the spare rooms. I enjoyed my workouts here, good to get it all don in an hour or 90 minutes and a high quality overall experience.

Another great WCS facility. Love that they have a sauna and locker room. Majority of equipment is…read morenice hammer strength equipment and lots of room. Only downside is the lack of a posing room.

This gym is friendly and well equipped. The staff/owner is attentive and helpful, going above and…read morebeyond to keep the space well equipped, clean, and safe. I like the location and I feel comfortable doing different levels and types of workouts. I highly recommend!

DON'T GO HERE‼ This location is not a good fit for anyone…read morelooking for a comfortable or professional gym environment. Since the ownership change, the atmosphere has shifted noticeably. The space feels tense and overly monitored, creating an uncomfortable training environment rather than a supportive one. Interactions between the owner and members are of confrontational as seen and experienced. In turn makes routine workouts feel stressful instead of productive as you are always being watched and judged. There is also a significant gap between the extremely positive online reviews and what many members experiencing day to day. Which raises questions about how accurately those reviews reflect the gym's culture. With talks of free memberships and "prices" in return. A gym should feel welcoming, respectful, and focused on fitness. Unfortunately, this location appears to fall short, and many people may be better served choosing a different facility. As there are many better professionally owned gyms in the area.

Really great coaches, and exercise is a focus. My teen son is really enjoying this! The owner is…read moreawesome... well they all are, with the young people!

For a first timer in the boxing world, I've been comfortable and excited learning at Toe 2 Toe with…read moreAdam as my coach. The facility is clean and well equipped and Adam is passionate about his craft. He keeps the workouts interesting and fun, while making sure that everyone has proper form and technique. If you are looking for a new venue to try that keeps you motivated , Toe 2 Toe Boxing is the place for you!

Took the free first class today and absolutely loved it. Half the class was done before I even…read morerealized it. Came into it with zero experience in training or martial arts and it wasn't a problem at all. The instructor went over everything well and I was able to go at my own pace for the more complicated things. I signed up for three months right after class, but the three class punch card for $20 is a killer deal if you're still unsure after the free class.

My friend and I came to Krav Salem for a women's self defense class and we had a blast! I have…read morealways wanted to try a self-defense course and this class was exactly what I wanted. It was a densely-packed session that was very beginner friendly. I walked away with skills I could use right now, and I know what skills I can work on when I come back to get more skilled. There were plenty of instructors there to help so you got lots of feedback and attention -- which was a pleasant surprise at a big event! Try this place out if you're considering it: the instructors are engaging and helped me feel comfortable within the first 10 minutes of being there.

Impact coaches have no learning structure or idea what they are doing. With no plan, the…read moreinstructors ask what the kids want to learn and end up trying to teach "arm bar from half guard"... that's not a thing, and anyone who even allows such incompetence in instruction shouldn't be running a gym. Will not be going here to learn anything about jiu jitsu!

In 2007 and 2008 I used to attend Capitol City Cage Fights (CCCF) in Salem as a spectator, and then…read morelater as an announcer for a few fights, which featured mostly amateur MMA fights with the occasional pro fight. It soon became apparent from watching the fights and interacting my with the fighters during the CCCF bouts, the technical skills of the Impact fighters (from various Oregon Impact locations) were a standout amongst the other gyms that had fighters competing. Their averages for wins were above the rest. I also never observed an Impact fighter show up ill-prepared or overweight. Impact's professionalism and discipline was apparent; and their fighters were great ambassadors for their brand and the sport. I haven't kept up with the Oregon fight scene in a long time. A lot has happened over the years including the successful spreading of Impact gyms down from Portland to Sherwood, Newberg, Salem, and McMinnville. In 08 I became a dad & money/time became extremely tight as I sought other entrepreneurial ventures. I trained occasional with friends or my bro-in-law when I had a chance but never Impact. Years later around 2017, still a cop, I started at the Impact location in Salem training off-and-on always having phenomenal experiences. I would also train BJJ separately with some of my cop buddies. Fast fwd to today. I haven't trained with Impact in a couple of years (not Impact's fault), but I continued to train with weights and work on the heavy bag to keep up some level of grappling conditioning in view of Impact training sessions at the Courthouse gym they operated out of. I will say this about Nic Gilardi (Salem owner). He is dedicated to his coaches, students, and their betterment. I've seen how the children's, women's, Muay Thai, boxing, BJJ, and MMA specific classes are all run. What I have seen consists of good folks all working together to get better where egos are expected to be checked when one steps on the matts (read the signs they have posted). It's also worth noting Nic Gilardi (Salem Impact owner) has also devoted his own personal time to training law enforcement officers. For those that don't know, as a former 'defensive tactics' (title for law enforcement's version of martial arts, so to speak) instructor (which doesn't make me anything special by the way), when the public sees what they deem as excessive force, it's generally a result of a poorly trained cop who panics and use poor techniques when faced with a physical fight or resistance out of their comfort zone. Good training like what Nic offers for cops to take part in during their off time directly results in more cool-headed confident cops, who can more efficiently and safely take a resisting subject into custody, vital for the wellbeing of the public especially in the bipolar political environment that at times can be at odds with law enforcement. I digress.. but will say one more thing. Some people gripe about the price BJJ gyms, but I will say Nic is a self made guy who scrapped his way up to earn and continue to earn his BJJ black belt plus a few stripes while dealing with all the trials and tribulations of being a business owner including during COVID. Salem Impact continues to help people become better people. Current estimates are that only .0006 % of the world (maybe 50,0000 out 8.1 billion people) walk this earth that have a legit black belt in BJJ. His instructors have put more time into gaining their ranks than it takes to get a bachelor's degree, with a few who have more time in than it would take to get a PHD, with 3 black belts having been created in the under Nic. For those who don't know who are used to seeing 10+ black belts walking around in kata-based 'traditional' martial arts dojos, developing 3 BJJ practitioners (all of whom have humbled me on the mats in a way where no ego was involved that made me better) is a huge feat which contributes to the Salem-Keizer community as whole. Their presence quietly and humbling walking amongst us makes our community safer. The level of expertise offered is at bargain compared to other specialized trainings found in the professional or corporate world. Training in BJJ or any worthwhile martial arts that includes sparring made up of more than just katas (not talking trash on katas) makes better humans and is a great antidote to the Victim mentality that has become a cancer in today's society(my views do not necessarily reflect Impact:). It's import to note, I have no dog in the fight in regard to Impact. I have not talked to Nic in a couple of years. I also have nothing financially to gain by this post. Whether it's with Impact or somewhere else... Get your kids and yourself signed up. OSS!