Hands down the COOLEST gym I have ever been to. I absolutely LOVE Stride!! The workout format is perfect (and challenging). The coaches are motivating, encouraging and just cool as hell! The treadmills are easy on the old joints. If you want to get in shape, this might be the place for you FRFR! The only bad thing is the parking situation, you'll have to find street parking which is easy at certain times and almost impossible at other times. You have to pay for parking ($1.50), or park in the garage across the street ($4), which adds an additional cost. STRIDE, you have my heart! read more

My wife and I just by chance walk by stride Fitness and let me tell you what an awesome awesome facility really enjoyed it we spoke with Nicole and Tish and boy let me tell you they really understood what was going on they really helped us out. My wife really enjoyed talking to them and chatting about her exercise what a fantabulous facility read more

Excellent gym with happy people! Great running/weights workout in this novel concept. Variety of classes from complete running/walking or mixed weights to 90% weights workout. I joined as I heard positive things about it, but after taking classes for few weeks realized that Stride is addicting, and it is not uncommon to meet people who are on their 200th or 300th class!!! read more

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I really enjoyed Stride, I hate running so I figured this would push me. It's pretty cool, they give you a monitor and you can see where you are on the big screen. Very motivating. You go through different variations of the run or jog, before switching into HIIT a few times. I did the workout called the Quickie. This isn't something I would do regularly myself, but I would absolutely sprinkle it in to my workouts every once in a while. read more

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I never thought I'd genuinely enjoy a work out until experiencing a class at STRIDE. I couldn't believe my eyes walking into the facility. Not only were the treadmills extremely modern and high-tech, but the room itself created a fun atmosphere which instantly boosted my motivation! I tried the 5pm core class with Victoria and was a little nervous that I would be too out of shape to keep up. That is exactly why my favorite part of the entire work out was how each person had the ability to choose the level of intensity best for them. I love that there was no pressure and the instructor gave everyone different options for running, jogging, and walking. The GM, Paul, is super helpful and friendly! You even get a copy of your work out results sent to your email after class tracked by the heart monitor provided by STRIDE. It was really cool to see how many calories I burned and my heart rate during the different stages of class. Definitely good to track your progress! SIDE-NOTE: I was skeptical that I'd find parking considering the location, but I decided to take a drive around the block and found multiple spots open just one street over. If you aren't able to find a meter, Stride is located right next to a parking lot. Rite-Aid is also across the way from Stride, which was super useful because I was able to grab a little snack before class! read more

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STRIDE, you have my heart!! You're super slick, clean and inviting, and I can't wait for you to grow into other areas because I live so far away!! This Stride location is in San Diego's Little Italy, on W. Ash St. right by the train tracks. You can literally see the trains going by on occasion. Parking can be tight, but when I went in for my first visit, I found a meter right around the corner on India St. and paid $2.50 for 2 hours. Not bad at all. There are some meters which accept credit cards (which I had) and some that require being coin fed. Once you're inside, it's super bright and clean. Merchandise area is to the right, with restrooms, lockers and the front desk to the left. The treadmills are located behind the double doors and they also have a small room with weights, which they incorporate into some of the workouts. I'll be back real soon to try this out! I came in for the Yelp Elite Perk on a Monday. I wondered what the place was all about, so Google to the rescue when there was only 1 review on Yelp. It's a really fresh and neat concept: you do basic warm ups before you get on the fancy Woodway treadmills, then the instructor leads/guides you into a workout of intermittent walking/jogging/running. Each segment lasts a couple seconds, and you get a little "rest break" in between the fast levels. There's a Runner's Level Guide that shows you the 4 levels used during classes: Level 1 - Recovery Pace 3-5mph (easy) Level 2 - Endurance Pace 4.5-7mph (moderate) Level 3 - Race Pace 6-9mph (intense) Level 4 - Sprint Pace 7-10+mph (maximum) I'm no runner, but started getting into it to build my endurance and stamina, and I was able to get up to level 3. Rest assured you won't be pressured into running at a level you're not comfortable with. Paul, the General Manager happened to be running the class when I arrived and I was able to jump in for the last half hour. He made me feel so welcome and at ease, and I loved his personality!! So cool and very chill! His energy is AMAZING! He definitely gets you pumped to get your groove on while the music blasts in the background. By the time the hour was over (half hour for me), I was sweating #SparkleJuice and it felt great!! Each class is instructor led, so you're never NOT in the know. They encourage and push you to your limits and you will feel so good when you're done!! If you're looking for a place where you can have fun while working out in downtown San Diego, check this place out! I highly recommend it for beginners and expert runners alike. If you're hesitant, I highly suggest you give Paul a call and set up a trial workout. Anyone there can help you out, the instructors are all nice, and some were even taking the class with me, shout out to Dani!! If I lived closer, I'd be sold!! Follow them on IG to keep up with all of their schedules and fun events: @stride_littleitaly Get on it, and thank me later! =) ETA: After class, Paul got us sanitizing wipes so each of us could wipe down our treadmills. There is hand sanitizer available for your use. This place is covid prepped!! read more

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My neck muscles hurt so much after Saturday's outdoor core session. Doctor said I strained them. Probably during crunches. Poor form. Outdoor session is energetic. Your space, your pace is what's touted. Stride even has merchandise with that statement. (a cool shirt) Bring water, towel and a mat. The outdoor session is fast paced, be prepared for gorgeous views of the waterfront AFTER your 55 min outdoor session. The whole idea of building up endurance really appealed to me. I'm so stoked to have outdoor sessions but with asthma, I believe I could do better with the supercool monitoring and the state of the art Woodway indoor treadmills. I may need to wait till COVID is over so I can utilize the treadmills. Paul is awesome, he is the GM. He can help you navigate your fitness goals. The merchandise and clothes are super sporty and cool. See you Saturday! read more

Amazing staff, great classes and great energy. Facilites and treadmills are top notch.

The best workout with the best coaches. If you're hesitant about trying out a class, definitely don't be. You won't regret it!

STRIDE Fitness has provided an awesome community to workout and keep a consistent training program. The HHIT training program is designed for all levels of fitness, from beginners to competitive marathon runners. However, when you are in the Studio, jamming to the music, following the precise coaching by the staff, you feel a sense of purpose by all members. The Coaches at STRIDE create an environment that makes every workout meaningful, intentional, and it's contagious! The owners are awesome, and very personable, and manage the Studio in a reasonable and friendly manner, not corporate-like, regardless of some of the questionable reviews left here. Join the Team and come pursue your fitness goals. read more

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I love the workouts here! And they have fun events and classes pretty much every hour so it's convenient and easy to fit in a workout every day. The instructors are great, very motivating, play great music and get you through cardio intervals that I normally wouldn't do on my own. It's great having the HeartRate monitor there to keep you in the zone where you're getting the most out of each exercise to really get results. read more

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STRIDE is a great way to meet community and challenge yourself to run for a purpose. Tish the owner is amazing and is very accommodating to each and every person that comes in. And the coaches are very enthusiastic and make an effort to challenge each and every one of us. Looking forward to continuing to train and see gains in my pace and time. read more

I like this place a lot more than I thought I would. So far I've taken about 10 classes via ClassPass. The coaching is awesome- they explain what we're doing and why, they tell you what you have to look forward to, they have great energy and usually, good, fast pumping music (except for 1 class where she played 80's metal for the whole 60 min and I wanted to die, it was so bad I almost left). The music really is a huge part because it can get pretty boring running for an hour but somehow they keep it interesting. I prefer the combo classes to get in some strength training. I won't sign up for a membership bc of the previous reviews that worry me and well, ClassPass is still cheaper than their "deals" The biggest issue here is that there isn't any parking so you have to live in the nearby area. read more

Awesome workouts and great coaches! I hated running before I started going to these classes and the trainers make running and working out so much fun! Coach Payton and Mo are a couple of my favorites. The playlists, the encouragement and the atmosphere is so welcoming, so don't be scared to take a chance and try your first class!! It's not all about running! Walk, jog, then run when your comfortable. I've grown so much and have enjoyed pushing myself! read more

This is such an special place. Making you always feel at home. Amazing experience and exercise. Highly recomended read more

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Hate running?? I did too. But I have been coming here less than a week and I love it! Everyone is friendly and accommodating and carry high energy which is needed when being tortured with running! The lights and the music are great throughout class. The facility is clean and they are great with maintaining distance between each person! I love the heart rate monitor that keeps you on track during class and that it connects to the app easily so you can track your progress. In addition, you can book and cancel classes straight from the app! Super easy. The outdoor class on Saturday is a bonus when you live in sunny San Diego! read more

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I'm new to the Stride community, but it is definitely something worth both your time and money. It is not a cheap membership, but you really are paying for both high-end equipment (Woodway treadmills) and coaches. These same coaches not only learn your name, but they monitor where you stand as an athlete and push you to surpass your boundaries. This gym offers heart rate monitors that track your progress throughout the class and at the end it displays how much you burned as well as a progress pyramid showing you how and if you pushed yourself throughout the class. It's quite sad that the location must close to abide by state regulations, but once open I'm definitely going to be back in their. As they were operating the owners and coaches were doing their part to not only keep each runner apart from one another, but they were constantly disinfecting after each class. Mask were worn at all times will near people. For those who have never tried this type of a workout it's definitely worth a shot. Typically classes are full in the AM and late PM. The beauty of this place is that it offers a wide selection of workout times as well as great music. So there's never a need for you to bring your headphones to the gym. read more

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I really love working out at STRIDE! The workout is great for walkers and seasoned runners. I've been going there for about a year and I've increase my mile pace by over a minute and trained with them for my first half marathon! The coaches are grey and put together fun themed workouts and events. Give it a try! You will get addicted! read more

Literally the best fitness studio in the little Italy area, love the vibe and community this place brings!!!!

I've been doing STRIDE fitness for about five months now. Been training to work on my long distance and increasing my mileage. The staff members, the coaches, and the community had really made my experience and my training a lot smoother and more efficient. As a sprinter, it's been challenging to adjust my form, and increase my mileage. By taking the combos and ultra classes, has really enhanced my training and anyone that is training for a 5K 10k a half marathon or a full marathon STRIDE will be able to help you reach your goals and build a program for you. I really enjoy the community and vibes that stride offers. They offer great packages and credits that you can buy so always be on the hunt on their Instagram for the best deals. There was one month where I had to take a break due to my injury, but my credits were about to expire and tish was very accommodating on flexing my credits around because I couldn't run which I was super grateful for! The staff members are very pleasant, responsive and communicative and are always willing to work with the members and adjust accordingly. Cant wait to get back and start running again! read more

Honestly, I don't like to run because it's tough on my knees. Stride is the solution to that! Unlike belt driven treadmills, their advanced treadmills have flexible slats which provide cushion when you run on them. I can run at level 10, and they don't hurt my knees at all! Coach Tish ran the last class I attended, and she was great at keeping us motivated with positive encouragement, clear instructions on what to do, and an upbeat playlist to keep the party rocking! :-) Also, all the staff at Stride are friendly, the facility is modern and clean, and the location in Little Italy is convenient for me. I'm really looking forward to my next session! read more

I've been excited to try Stride for some time now, but have since changed my mind. I reserved my first class on a Thursday and chose their Saturday class at 10 am. Saturday at 930am my boyfriend received a call by Tish to confirm he was still going to attend the class starting in 30 minutes. After he said yes, she proceeded to tell him that they no longer are offering the first class free and that he'd be charged a $25 drop in fee. When I asked when the first free class ended she explained it happened somewhere in the last week (although I booked it 2 days prior, and the man I spoke to confirmed the first class would be free). She refused to honor the free class despite it being a miscommunication on their part. I also asked about parking (street mostly) and they failed to inform me that the street the studio is located on was closed. Therefore, my friend and I drove around for 30 min and were unsuccessful in finding a parking spot, & never attended the class :( I can't truly review the studio/class itself, but am very dissatisfied with how things were handled and their customer service. Update, just received this email and the subject line is FIRST CLASS FREE! read more

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The reason for my 1 star is due to me emailing the manager asking to cancel my membership back in October 2022 and him saying it would be 30 days but that he would cancel it. Months later I find out they charged me for 3 months after my cancellation. When I called to ask about it, the sales person told me she would cancel it immediately. Hmm funny, why did Kevin tell me it would take 30 days to cancel it? Must be to weasel in another payment within those 30 days. Not only did they not cancel it but both Kevin and who I assume his wife were not helpful when I emailed and even passive aggressive with phrases like "as mentioned, you will get a response by end of the week". Guess what? I received NO RESPONSE, no help. I had to dispute the charges with my bank. The funny thing is, I didn't cancel my membership due to customer service but now I will never even think of going back to them or referring them to anyone BECAUSE of their poor customer service in handling my cancelation. I wish Dash run club still existed, this was a similar place I used to go to in LA which unfortunately closed down due to Covid but they not only had inclusive classes, had parking, but also some of the nicest people I have ever met. Stride should really learn a thing or two from them. read more

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Not good, parking is a joke, also they charged me even after I canceled my membership. Over all not a good experience

Absolutely love Stride! It's the perfect way to motivate myself to push myself to run harder. I will admit I was a little nervous at first, but Chad made the class challenging, but so much fun. There are all levels of runners at Stride. From just starting out to prepping for a marathon, you'll fit in just fine. The treadmills are really nice and have a good cushion and you can feel the quality. Paul at the front is super cool and will explain all the package/membership options. He is really personable and will find one that fits your needs best. They also have a deal where your first 3 classes are $3- I mean that's pretty good. Try them out. I'm sure you won't be disappointed. read more

Loved my two workouts here! Everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I took Dani's class and Paul's class- both were amazing and definitely kicked my butt! The lights are great and the music was on point! Makes you motivated to literally run your heart out and it even makes you a little competitive with yourself to push and burn more calories or get your heart up. I was lucky with parking but I could see how in the future, once covid is behind us, how it might be a problem. Unfortunately I've got some problems with shin splints but I loved coming here and would highly recommend! read more

Yikes...... Let me preface first though. This review is not for any of the trainers and or the location or place. This review is strictly for policy. I am a stickler for policies however, when it goes against statutes or laws that's when I take issue. As a member of the United States Armed Forces, my career has allowed me to travel throughout the world. I've been to the Middle East I'm a combat veteran, I've been to Ireland I've been to Germany I've been to so many places throughout the United States and I've had great experiences everywhere I've gone and appreciated the ability to protect and serve our country. The only reason why I'm bringing the status up is because I've been called to service once again and have changed bases, unfortunately despite invoking rights afforded to me under the Service-members Civil Relief Act I found that Stride doesn't want to honor the rights afforded to me under said Statute. I hate to name drop but I have to. KEVIN thinks he is sly and slick. You'll get promotion text that say " Slide into Fall 1. Unlimited 3 months for $400. 2. Pay $22 for first month use promo ##########22 3 join today, pay $1 next month Reply with " 1,2, or 3 Kevin Switzer Stride Fitness...... " I began signing up online only to have Kevin tell me the promo wouldn't work online and that I had to do it over the phone. Low and behold I was at the sign up page and the promo worked, however KEVIN was insistent that I do it with him over the phone. I told him got it, I might need to cancel shortly due to me leaving for my military obligations. He said that it was " best to do it over the phone." He proceeded to take my CC number. Canceled as per policy during that call and also had my assistant reach out also. He initially couldn't find the correspondence and then he found it only to say that we'd both still be charged. Similar experience to yelp user Laura. They continuously try to charge the card. We sent him both emails and text stating that we were canceling and additionally I evoked my SCRA benefits. Despite this he has been incessant and extremely harassing via text message and email in response to this. Fortunately, there is a paper trail that I was able to forward to the appropriate parties. Again ---- I would hands down go here because the coaches/ trainers are AMAZING, but KEVIN needs to get his act together. People (TRAINERS) need to be paid but don't run a promotion if you can't stand behind it and when a SERVICE MEMBER evokes his SCRA rights and ask to be referred to your legal department attempt to send them to COLLECTIONS. I repeat what Laura N said, " Unless you want your money stolen I don't recommend this gym to anyone..." The sad part is that I've referred this gym to so many in the community and also military folks and this is the response. No thank you !!! read more

Loved my experience with STRIDE! It's a treadmill workout class. There are essentially 4 running levels (easy to difficult) and incline levels. It's interval training, and the trainer will tell you when to change levels. You can watch your heart rate and calories being burned on a TV monitor. There are a couple class options-- running the complete time or running + weights. The staff here are friendly and want you to be the best you can be. Music is up beat and fun. Looking forward to my next session! read more

Did a class here and it's quite the experience! The manager Paul has great energy and explained all the different types of classes offered plus high tech equipment available during the tour. For the class of your choice, you're given a heart rate monitor band that fits around your ribs and sits on your sternum. Then you go into the large treadmill room and choose a treadmill (spaced out for COVID). Your name pops up on the screen with your heart rate and is dynamic and live so you look up and see how you're doing and see how you compare to others if that's your thing. The music choice is very good as it helps stimulate the exercise big. I did the core class, which was 45 minutes of cardio, with 45 second to 2 minute intensity intervals and lots of rest intervals in between, and ended with about 5 minutes of core workouts and stretching. The only thing I would recommend for improvement is a quick 2 minute explanation in the beginning of the class on how the heart rate monitor straps work and allow time to help any participants that are struggling getting theirs to show up on the screen properly. It seemed a bit rushed to get the class started and a few of us were very confused about why our names weren't popping up. Overall a really fun workout experience that combines both a group class setting but with individual workouts and challenges. I would recommend giving this class a shot! read more

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Thanks to Yelp Elite, I got to try out some classes here at Stride, the place is located in Little Italy, included of 3 different classes you can take thru out the week as early as 6 AM til 7 PM. It really helps because you can burn a lot calories within 55 minutes working out on the treadmill, the coaches will make you work hard, I do 10k steps and 2000 cal per day, yet I felt beaten taking those sessions, but all levels are welcome, even if you're a beginner, walkers or runners. Very unique concept, when they gave you a band to wear around your chest to track your heart beats, also there's a screen to show your progress with others during class which is pretty cool. Plus next door, you got YogaSix and Row House, so you get the full options there. Enough with the good stuffs, I also want to point out some disadvantages which is the location, I wish they would open more in the future as I live to far away, I did check on the website and looks like they have some further North in Irvine or LA area and some in other states as well, but San Diego is only one so far, the reason I'm saying this is because of downtown area might be hard to get to, during the pandemic it's probably easier to commute, but what about when this is over? It's gonna be super crowded, parking will be super hard to find even for paid parking. Just a thought but I would suggest a place near a shopping mall such as Hazard Center or some place with more street parking like Hillcrest or North Park. Overall I wish them the best, I had some great workout the last 3 days. read more

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Visited a class for the first time with a friend, and it was awesome. It was tons of fun, the workout actually made sense, and the staff was incredibly inviting. Overall, great experience. read more

I am a long time runner that simply lost the zest to run after a few workouts at stride I have fallen in love with running again and have gotten some amazing workouts!!! Highly recommend check it out. read more

Awesome, fun workout that makes me feel super motivated! Highly recommend. Anyone can be a runner so don't be concerned, I truly believe this is for any level. Just what you make of it! read more

Living in Little Italy, I have been a runner for a few years now. I generally run between 10-12 miles per week, at various paces (but almost always on flat ground). Stride was an amazing way to change up my normal workouts by adding intervals, hills, and core/strength exercises. The facilities are meticulously clean, music is great and goes well with the pace. The instructors are extremely friendly and supportive. In almost every class, there were people of all fitness and comfort levels. Whether you intend to walk, jog, or full on sprint - you will have a great workout. I enjoyed it so much that after trying it for a week I signed up for a membership. read more

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Outstanding workout. Loved the trainer "Jorden". Abundance of energy, spunk and fire. Pushed me to my best work out every! Highly recommend read more

I found stride through class pass last year and have been a member ever since. I love this place. Kevin, Tish and Peyton do such a great job creating a community at stride. Also, the classes push you to get out of your comfort zone and accomplish things you never thought you could!!! I have brought all my friends here and everyone loves it! read more

One of the best workouts you can get. Workout the lungs, heart, legs, core and biceps. Those true wanna look good and feel good areas. Great atmosphere from music to the coaches, followed up by the absolute best treadmill ever created. LOVE this place, I drive from an hour away to treat myself to a STRIDE class as much as possible. read more

Coaches are knowledgeable, inspiring, and energetic. They all play the music LOUD which I love so I can't hear myself breathing hard! All workouts designed to meet individual fitness levels and needs. My day doesn't feel complete without a visit. read more

Jordan is hands down the most genuinely perfect person I've ever met. The most kind, beautiful soul I've ever talked to. It's a pleasure having her scream at me during workouts. She motivates me to be the best I can be on and off the treads. Thank you Jordan!! read more

Where do I even big with this review?! Stride is one of the best gyms I have ever joined. From the amazing coaches/staff, to the quality of classes, the incredible music, and the tight knit community that they have built, Stride is where it's at! I have taken several classes with Chase and Payton and have always had the most amazing experiences. Their team is extremely welcoming and from the first day, you already feel a part of the Stride family! Their owners, Kevin and Tish have built this community from the ground up and I am beyond honored to be a member. Whether you are a serious runner or brand new into running, Stride will take your fitness to a whole new level, and best of all, it is so much fun! read more