Super medium size gym w all the machines you need! Friendly and knowledgeable staff, kind of a Cheers gym w the same folks everyday at roughly the same time... love this spot Stas is the best and a true American patriot read more

I've been working out in gyms for over 30 years and have lived many places around the US and internationally. I was staying in Dana Point for a short period of time and was lucky to use this gym for 2 weeks. It is convenient and the most friendly gym I have ever been a part of, felt like family after 2 weeks. The owner and every single member are warm, helpful, welcoming and friendly. The equipment is everything you need for a full body workout. If I moved here, I would 100% join this gym. read more

Great "locals" Gym in Dana Point! CLEAN, friendly & all the free weights and machines to get it done. 17 years of existence has this establishment as a great location for the neighborhood or out of town visitors like myself. Bravo! read more

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This gym owner is a thief. I canceled my membership 2 years ago and missed that he has continued charging me for over a year. I spoke to him and he said oh so sorry I will reverse it and stop charging. Then he has charged me agai. I have had one o month chatge canceled and now I have to do again. The gym is small cramped and HOT with no ventilation. That's why I left. Trained so so. read more

The owner is great... Very friendly place. Current and well-maintained machines, weights, etc.. I would highly recommend this gym!

It's a perfect gym- great equipment, so Very Clean and the owner is an Amazing trainer. My husband and I left Lifetime for Palestra.

Been coming here since September and have been trained by Chuck. Proud to say that I've lost 25 lbs and have gained some muscle. Im closer and closer to losing my pregnancy weight and i couldn't be happier! My goal is another 25 lbs and continue my muscle toning. I couldnt have done it without Chuck's help! He also advised me on my meal plans and have really encouraged me to live a healthy clean eating life! Highly recommend getting him as a trainer. You wont be disappointed! read more

Been a member since April...love this gym. Clean friendly & food equipment. No initiation fees or anything just $65 a month private trainers available. Stas, the owner and Dexter(trainer) are very knowledgeable and friendly read more

Do not go here ... Go to RADO's...I am from out of town and wanted to get a guest pass while I was in town to work out. Owner was extremely rude and dismissive. No explanation as to policy just said "I don't do guest passes." and walked away. Went to RADO's down the street and that owner was nice and professional. read more

Fantastic neighborhood gym. Ocean air, great people, exceptional equipment and a super friendly atmosphere. The trainers are smart, experienced and the most attentive I've seen anywhere. I've been coming to this gym daily since it opened, and couldn't be happier. Everyone there is supportive through all phases of fitness, from recovering from an illness (or after falling off the fitness regime during the holidays!), to periods of heavy training while reaching for the top end of my personal fitness abilities. Check it out... you'll see after a couple weeks just how comfortable this gym really is. read more

Highly recommend. Stas, owner, made he feel very welcome as if I was in his home. Great equipment, clean, great location. :)

I'm a 75 year old guy who feels like 50. Since I joined Palestra 4 years ago, I have been working out under the supervision of Stas Bobin, the owner. I have lost 35 lbs, gained lots of muscle and even have a washboard stomach. I never dreamed that this could happen to an old/young guy like me, but with proper eating habits, taught to me by Stas, and good workout programs and workout ethics, my body has become completely transformed. The gym is filled with happy and friendly people. The trainers are excellent, which matches the top of the line equipment. Come join the fun! Chuck read more

Perfect gym to gain tone, loose weight and be happy. With a very modest monthly fee you get access to really great equipment in a clean, nice environment with lots of hours everyday. Stas, the owner and trainer is nice, inspiring and really knows the equipment and body training (he is a body builder). This place is great! read more

This gym has everything you need to get in shape! It's great for everyone even if you're a beginner, intermediate or advance athlete. I like training there, it's clean and great atmosphere! I always have a great workout when I train at Palestra! read more

This is the best gym in South Orange County and Stas is a fantastic trainer. He is so knowledgeable about how to train and get strong fast, he gives excellent advice on nutrition and is always maintaining the equipment to be in the best condition. From my experiences over the last 2 years, I can easily say that he has transformed my health and physical condition to levels I have not seen for many years. And those who do join the gym will find a very friendly, family oriented place to come and work out and be serious about getting in shape all the while having a fun positive place to be. read more

If you are looking for a private, extremely clean gym with the best quality fitness equipment around then Palestra Gym is the place! I have been attending Palestra Gym for 4 years and Stas (the owner) is extremely friendly and helpful, the gym is always clean and the ocean breeze just makes it fantastic to work out in. read more

I loved this gym the minute I walked in the door. People are friendly, windows are open with fresh air, and equipment is clean and state of the art. The trainers have an intelligent approach which emphasizes nutrition and individual programs for all ages. My son recommended Palestra to me when I was recovering from a knee injury. I'm a swimmer and didn't have gym experience. The trainers are excellent. My legs are stronger than ever, my energy is better, I am leaner and my knee is back 100%. I live in Laguna Beach, but it is a short 10-15 minute drive...well worth it. read more

Recently moved to the area looking for a new gym to call home as my wife and I are both athletes and train almost daily. Gym equipment looked fairly new and clean. Nice little spot. Was very excited to work out 1 block away from our new home in Dana point. Unfortunately when enquiring about a membership I asked about a day trial as most gyms have. My wife and I were insulted by the looks and remarks of the owner. He laughed when we asked about a trial and told us nothing is free in this world what do you need to try out? He said you can look and laughed. We were told there is a 24hour and that we should try them out. I asked you don't want more people to join your gym and he said he had enough people and smiled. The gym also had 1 person working out. I would never recommend this place to anyone do to how we were treated. Customer service is a must in the gym to my wife and I and I rate this 1 star. For the lack of customer service and very rude remarks. read more

Going to the Palestra Gym is like walking into an episode of the old sitcom Cheers--but much healthier. It's a small but cozy place with all the necessary equipment, great atmosphere and yes, everybody knows your name. It's a delightful social outing with a great workout built in. I have been fortunate to have Eileen Gordon as my trainer, making my workouts enjoyable and productive. Eileen, who is remarkably knowledgeable, makes sure I understand what I'm doing and is a stickler for proper form. I have made great progress working with her and the one-hour sessions fly by because we're having such a good time. She has been a personal trainer for more than 20 years and is a real professional. The other trainers--including Stas, the owner, Dexter and Ned--and all the members combine to create that wonderful atmosphere while you lift and laugh and marvel that this exercise that is so good for you can be so much fun. read more

I work out here 6 days a week and this is the place to be, I never liked the gym atmosphere before so I would usually do the home equipment routine. This gym completely changed my mind on that, the equipment is of the highest quality and the people are extremely helpful, there's no bad attitudes there and you don't have to deal with your typical 'gym people'. The view ain't bad either! read more

Highly recommend. Stas, owner, is a knowledgeable trainer. He has own several metal in Judo Wrestling and was Mr. Universe in the 90's. Great equipment, clean, great location. :) read more