I highly recommend Janelle as a trainer or coach. She is very encouraging and understands how to…read moreconnect with each person on an individual level. She can train people of all levels of fitness, and is kind and patient but honest.

After injuring my lower back lifting boxes, I wanted to find a low impact exercise that I can do…read morewhile I recovered. I started trying group pilates which I enjoyed a lot. But because I wanted to keep up with everyone, I was never quite sure if I did the moves correctly. I found Janelle on Yelp and decided to try a few private classes. I was immediately hooked! Not only does she make modifications for my back and wrist issues, she gradually helps build up strength in these areas. She has definitely pushed me to become the best version of myself with her positivity and knowledge. Not only is she super nice, she also has a great sense of humor. I'm excited to continue my self care journey with Janelle!

I am not a fan of working out and have a history of starting then stopping exercising. If the gym…read moreor exercise class is too far or requires me to get in my car to drive there, I always end up making an excuse. I've only ever been consistent when I hired a personal trainer to come to my door to work out. When my trainer moved onto another career gig, I never bothered to look for a replacement. I relayed this information when I first met Shannon, the owner of Gym Class. A friend had told me about it a while back and I had reached a point where I knew I needed to start exercising. My only goal when I started was to create a routine where I would consistently show up. With Shannon's support, I not only showed up every morning for the 7am workout, but I definitely got stronger. Shannon and Gen (another coach) are really good at gently pushing you, helping to make modifications, and keep you entertained while you're getting through your workout. They are also excellent at taking feedback or trying new things which you can really only do in a small gym setting. Lastly, the thing I wasn't expecting at all was to meet some kick ass women in the gym class community who are also encouraging me to show up and reach my own goals. I literally came for the small group workout and have found a wonderful little network of women as an added bonus.

Gym Class is an amazing place to workout. Not only it has the best leadership (Shannon) guiding all…read moreof us, but her fitness knowledge is amazing. Besides that, Shannon makes you feel apart of the community immediately. I can't recommend Gym Class enough I have muscles in my arms and I never had them before. Love Gym Class!

Helena is a fantastic trainer! In my youth I was a dancer, but now I'm in my 50's, out of shape…read more(especially after COVID cut off my ability to attend yoga and Zumba classes), and have had MS for almost 25 years which has impacted both right-side strength and balance. I got to the point where I was walking with a hiking pole because, due to foot drop, I kept falling and had more trouble walking the mile up the hill from BART to my office. Since I started working with Helena, I am able to walk that mile pretty easily and have given up the walking stick entirely. What particularly impresses me about Helena is that, between observation and asking me questions, she has been able to diagnose the source of my issues and design an exercise program to remediate them. Further, although we work exclusively over Zoom, she is excellent at identifying when I'm not doing an exercise correctly and suggest improvements to my form (ex: center your weight over your arch and keep the dumbell close to your supporting leg as you lower it to the floor). She is also great at keeping me motivated and knowing when to push me and when to back off. I so grateful to have found Helena and look forward to working with her for, hopefully, years to come! She is worth every penny!

Highest recommendation…read more Excellent trainer Extremely knowledgeable Tailors the program to my specific goals (in my case improving bone health through strength training and making sure that as I age I stay healthy and strong) I've seen great results in just a few months I am 44 years old and have never been stronger Definitely exceed my expectations I was a total newbie at lifting weights, and I've grown to love weight lifting. It feels great and I've never felt stronger I highly recommend Helena to anyone looking to hire a personal trainer, whether you're looking to get fit, get stronger, improve your bone health, or age more gracefully through strength training I didn't realize it but she's actually a competitive weight lifter who has won regional tournaments. Yet she teaches in a very approachable and encouraging way even to a beginner like me Unique amongst trainers, she has a Master's degree in Kinesiology, which has equipped her with a deep and comprehensive understanding of the science behind human movement, exercise physiology, and biomechanics. Highly recommended

I can't say enough amazing things about this gym, the coaches and community. I began with Melissa…read morein the spring after an injury, hoping to keep moving while rehabilitating, and what I've gotten is so much more. I used to be a HIIT class die-hard, but I will never return to that way of working out after experiencing the thoughtful and totally transformative approach at Opex. Melissa is brilliant and dedicated, she has been more knowledgeable than the PT's I've seen for my injury, she understands the needs of a mom returning to exercise postpartum, and she has helped transform my body -- I am leaner and stronger than I have ever been, even after years of personal training in the past. She has made me feel so cared for as she creates workout plans with meaningful challenges and serious attention to my individual needs. Both she and Josh are warm, attentive to form, and are passionate about helping members get stronger sustainably. Having worked out at many different gyms in the past, I can confidently say, Opex Kura is one of a kind.

I've been working out at OPEX Kura with Melissa as my coach since early June of this year and…read morereally love the format: personal trainer, floor coaches, working sessions, monthly check-ins. But I was most pleased to find a reasonably diverse group of gym goers: good number of female clients and some variety of ages and sizes. I (65F, overweight, very self conscious) thought I would hate weight/strength training and the whole going-to-the-gym thing, but I don't. I've come to enjoy my sessions and how I feel physically after a workout. I give Melissa a lot of credit for that and am expecting to continue for the long term.

Started taking Pilates almost 5 months ago and it has drastically changed my life! I go at least 5…read moredays a week, sometimes doubling up classes. The doubling up is always on days Darin is teaching! She's an amazing instructor who takes the time to show you proper body mechanics, and will help correct your form to get the best out of each exercise. I've never been so stimulated in a group setting until taking Darin's classes! She has a different routine for every class you take, and that part I enjoy the most. It helps me challenge different parts of my body in order to get stronger. My journey with my health and strength has waxed and waned over the years, adjusting and adapting to changes in my body, or due to injury. Participating in a low impact form of exercise, with stimulating routines, with different levels of difficulty has been the most fun I've had while exercising! I highly recommend taking Darin's classes. I talk about her routines with my friends all the time and encourage others to try Pilates and see how you feel after. I've managed to lose 15 lbs with consistent Pilates, intermittent fasting and diet changes. Any age, any level of experience, try Pilates out! Thank you Darin for always pushing me to be my best and helping me become stronger

During Covid I've gained a substantial amount of weight…read more I've been attending Darin Pilate class 4 times a week and over a course of 2 months has lost 1-2 pants size due to her great abs workout. She's also attentive to the students and make sure you're doing the exercise correctly. I highly recommend Darin.

Update: 3/6/23 What else can I say? I'm approaching 4 years…read morewith Charles and just set a new deadlift PR at 540lbs. On to Nationals in July! Everyone who puts in the work with Charles not only hits their goals but exceeds them, putting them in uncharted territory. Once you're there, you'll feel like anything is possible.

Working with Charles has been, and still continues to be, a transformative experience. Having…read moreadhered to his personalized training regimen and diet, I have since lost 63 lbs. over six months and have gone from never deadlifting in my life to pulling four plates off the floor. I still ride that adrenaline high! Personally, I have been fat and sedentary my whole life, peaking in adulthood where my job as an accountant solidified my inactive lifestyle. Coupled with the physical and mental implications of the pandemic, my health was at an absolute low. Cue Charles. Charles is a very observant and knowledgeable person. Never having experienced personal training, his ability to pinpoint various weaknesses in my positioning and movement and then subsequently correcting them was like magic to me. His simplified explanations also made following his regimen incredibly easy to adapt to. He knows when to push the limits and when to bunker down to make sure something is being done correctly to avoid injury. Through his careful observation and guidance, he was able to recognize and develop my latent strength (which I didn't even know I had), and it culminated in that four plate deadlift! I had only wanted to lose weight, so this newfound strength is a pleasant and welcome surprise! Another boon I hadn't expected when I started working with Charles is the ability to have a conversation with him about health fads and myths. For example, I had my doubts about the diet of salmon, meat, potatoes, eggs, and bread he had recommended to me since my own research spoke highly of chicken, but the result speaks for itself. Adhering to his diet, I have exceeded my original weight loss goal of 60 lbs., and based on the fitness app he has me use, my muscle mass, skeletal muscle, and protein levels (amongst other things) have had a steady positive trend while my cholesterol and glucose levels, based on a recent physical, have had a negative trend! I know that the success in my nascent fitness journey is my own, but I recognize that my progress is heavily influenced by Charles and his supportive expertise. I am a genuinely happier, more motivated, and more confident person these days. I look forward to my continued training sessions. I can't help but think about what I can achieve in the future, especially when the results I have now are only the result of six months!

I've been training with Adriana for a few years now, and thanks to her, I was able to achieve my…read moregoal of stepping on stage! She's helped me truly fall in love with bodybuilding by giving me the tools to understand both nutrition and training--not just following a plan, but actually learning why it works. What I appreciate most is her honest, thoughtful feedback that helps me grow--not just physically, but in all aspects of the sport. Adriana is incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and just an all-around awesome coach. I'm so grateful to have her in my corner.

I had the best experience with Adri! She is very knowledgeable & truly helped guide me in the best…read moredirection. My results were impeccable, I lost nearly 35 pounds, but has taught me so much more about maintaining a healthy life all around. I highly recommend her & couldn't thank her enough for all I've learned and for all her patience. She has the ability to make you feel accountable but never guilty. She is the sweetest person & she is able to work with you and connects with you to ensure you are happy with where you are. She was always my cheerleader and made me feel good about myself. I'm so thankful that she has been a part of life & health journey!

Danny and his training staff are AMAZING - friendly, informed, and full of positive energy. Both me…read moreand my wife did personal training with Shinta, Danny, and Britanny. Not being able to work out here was my #1 regret when moving out of Foster City.

I had 2x weekly sessions with Danny for over a year. Each week I noticed improvements. Danny would…read moreregularly change up the workouts to keep them fun and to engage the muscles in various ways. It was not so much about the number of reps but rather the quality of the exercise. Danny was a patient teacher and would ensure that proper form was followed. He customized exercises to my needs and even to my level of sleep from the night before. Danny was a fantastic cheerleader bringing out the best in me. And even though I would be sore from some workouts, I wanted to come back the next time. He was able to instill in me solid routines that I will look to continue on my own. I truly cannot express how awesome Danny is as a personal trainer. It was a pleasure working with him for the past year.