I've been a regular at The Fit Mill for nine years. The workouts are a great mix of cardio, weight lifting, and core exercises - adaptable for any fitness level. The workouts are always different and move so quickly that you don't realize that you're almost done. The music is good, the people are welcoming, the gym is clean, and the atmosphere is so fun. The owner and trainer, Shanae, takes the health and safety of her clients personally. She is quick to offer modifications, corrections, and encouragement in a way that makes you feel empowered. She truly cares about everyone who steps through the doors of her business, whether it's your first time or your 1200th time. There are often monthly challenges to push us outside of our comfort zones and incorporate a healthy lifestyle beyond the gym. People bring in fruit from their gardens to share, books from their libraries, and community causes that need support. The Fit Mill is more than just a group HIIT workout. It's a community of incredible people who want to push themselves to be healthier and lift each other up in the process. read more

Do I love this workout!? Of course I do. Always changing, innovative and thoughtful. But what I really love is supporting a local, woman- owned business. Shanae has poured her heart and soul into this business and it shows- just by the people that come and the feeling of community you have when you're in there and on top of that, right now, she is running an amazing summer special for anyone who's looking at your budget (as we all do ) She's offering great deals! read more

The Fit Mill - Gyms Near Me - Carlsbad, California

The Fit Mill is hands down THE BEST workout!! No where else do you work the whole body doing weights, body weight, cardio all in under an hour. And the community is hands down the greatest!! Not to mention the owner and trainer Shanae. She lives and breathes The Fit Mill and it shows. Don't waste your time anywhere else. Sign up for a class NOW. You will NOT regret it!! read more

Love this studio gym! I have been a member for many years! If your looking for a full bodywork out this is the place. I have been to many workout classes in my lifetime and this is by far the best all around workout experience. It is a must check out! read more

If you're looking for variety in your workout, The Fit Mill is the gym for you. I came here on my ClassPass and have been back at least five times and counting. Classes are 50 minutes. 60 minutes total if you include the ten minutes of instructions at the beginning. You spend 6 minutes 30 seconds at each station: free weights, TRX, rowing machine, ladders, reformer, and stationary bikes. Each station has four different workouts. You have three rounds at each station. Each round increases in intensity. Classes change up everytime. See what I mean by variety?! Great energy from instructors and everyone in class. Challenging and fun workouts. J.R. Watkins cleaner at each station to keep everything smelling super fresh and clean. The Fit Mill is easily on my top five studios I visit regularly with ClassPass. Check it out! read more

I've been part of the 5:00am crew at The Fit Mill for close to nine years now. Nine years! Only a special place can motivate you for that long. The Fit Mill is that place. It is more than a gym, it is a family. Yes, the workouts are challenging and change each day. Yes, there is a great mix of cardio, weight lifting, and core exercises. Yet, what really makes the Fit Mill unique is the community. It starts with Shanae, the owner and trainer. Her positive energy is the perfect start to the day. She offers modifications and gently corrects your form while encouraging you. She met with college-age daughter during her freshman year and came up with a nutritional plan that she still follows. My friend Alice said it best, "She truly cares about everyone that steps through the doors of her business whether it's your first time or 1200th time." Shanae has created a place where members share books and recipes, fruit from their garden, and support for important causes. All while getting an amazing workout! The Fit Mill has helped me become a stronger, healthier, and more confident version of myself. I am proud to be a part of the Fit Mill Family. Thanks Shanae! read more

The Fit Mill is an awesome place for a great workout. The classes are challenging but can be modified to meet your needs. Shanae is a wonderful coach who knows how to give you a balanced. full body workout. read more

I just absolutely love this gym! Been going for 10 years. The workouts are never the same. Shanae is such a great coach. She's built a community of amazing clients. Everyone knows each other by name. You feel so welcomed as soon as you walk in. Looking forward to working out at The Fitmill for another 10 years! read more

I've had the honor of workin out with Coach Shenae the slay all day and she is AMAZING. Kills me in all the best ways EVERY time - I'm always leaving drenched in sweat with a PHAT smile across my face; these peeps are doin it right 5/5 recommend FOR SURE ^_^ read more

I've been going to the Fit Mill for almost two years. I absolutely love this place. You get your cardio, weight training and core exercises done in an hour. The workouts are different every day. You have 6 different stations with different workouts working on the whole body. The owner and trainer, Shanae, is amazing. She is full of energy, passionate, inspirational & so caring. She corrects your form all the time and she gives you workout modifications if you have any injuries. It's such a friendly atmosphere. Everyone is so nice, music is great and the place is so clean. Time goes so fast when you are there. You can start an any level and get better at it by time. I really recommend to try this place. read more

The Fitmill is awesome! I have been a member here for many years. The workouts are always challenging, and never repeat! Shanae is super helpful if you need modifications for injuries too. It's the best workout around! read more

I have been going to the Fitmill for years. It is like going to workout with your friends because all of the people are great and there are a lot of regulars. It is nice to have your workout planned for you to get the right amount of strength training and cardio. The owner Shanae is so motivating and uplifting which is such a great way to start the day! She sometimes has challenges that keep you motivated and engaged. These include workouts and a meal program. It is much more reasonably priced than other exercise programs or gyms in the area. read more

Fit Mill Review I am super grateful to Shanae and The Fit Mill experience! I was having trouble self-motivating to exercise when a friend suggested I join her at The Fit Mill last year. I've been working out there 3 days a week ever since. There are several elements that make The Fit Mill unique. First, the space is the perfect size. It is not too big or too small, so Shanae is able to monitor and coach our moves to keep us safe and motivated. Second, the people are super friendly. Everyone is there to focus on staying healthy and fit, and you can participate as much or as little as you want in the workout chats. Third, the workouts themselves make sense and are effective. They are always different, so this keeps me on my toes! There are lots of moves that mimic everyday movements, so I feel like I am strengthening my body to take care of itself as I go about my daily life, as well as condition me for the sports I enjoy. Not being a gym person, The Fit Mill is the perfect alternative for me to stay in shape and take care of myself. Thank you Shanae for providing this opportunity for us! read more

Amazing daily workouts with a wonderful fitness coach and supportive environment! Always fresh and highly effective to stay in shape, get stronger, feel more confident and stay away from injuries! You have got to try it! If you think you're not a "gym" person, you haven't tried The Fit Mill! read more

Amazing workout! Cannot say enough about how awesome this place is. Plenty of classes, which are always different. The owner is insanely dedicated and it shows in the quality of the gym, committed patrons and ever changing workouts!!! read more

FIRST DAY WENT SO GREAT! Signed up online (I loved how easy it was) & sat on in the little couch corner to observe the class before me. I was super nervous! All I know is running & I needed a good change. Tisha was nice & explained the exercises throughly before we started our circuit workout. Man OH man did I work muscles I haven't worked in a LONGGGGG time! From abs, to leg muscles, to upper body... y'all, I worked everything. Her encouragement throughout all the stations were so uplifting - especially for it being my first time! Those 50 minutes were well worth it. Highly recommend, even do a first class! You'll love it! read more

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These workouts don't play - Fit Mill is HIIT done right. You'll round through six stations every class, doing each circuit three times. The exercises are thoughtful, challenging, and most importantly unique. The variety keeps it fresh every visit. Tish & Shanae are my favorite instructors. They do the best job at jumping in & correcting form, which is super important when performing new, complex, and often high speed moves. After a month of classes, I definitely feel stronger overall. It's easy to neglect certain muscle groups in solo workouts, but Fit Mill really targets EVERYTHING! Fit Mill is a great workout to couple with some additional cardio. Classes are only 50 minutes, so after a 5 minute setup and 5 minute cool down, it ends up feeling a little short. read more

Working out can suck. But it also can be really great. The Fit Mill has a way of bringing you full circle (of emotions) during your work out! It might seem a little overwhelming at first when they demo the stations but the instructors are very helpful if you are doing anything wrong or have any questions. You spend roughly 4 minutes (this is a guess) at each station, broken down into (4) 45 second parts- so initially you think "this is easy" and by the time the 45 seconds is over you want to die! But then you move onto the next station and experience it all over again. Stations include spin bikes, reformer machines, rowing machines, TRX straps, and then sections using various workout "toys" and a wall. From what I can tell of the several times I've been there, no two workouts are alike. I don't frequent The Fit Mill on a regular basis because of my work schedule, but they have a great sense of community within the studio including leader boards, raffles, and specials. I use ClassPass to attend classes but they have membership packages. So if you are wanting to try something new to spice up your workout routine, i would highly recommend them! read more

The Fit Mill - Gyms Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I started going to the Fit Mill in 2019 at the request / challenge of my wife. When I started I couldn't make it through an entire class and was so sore I could only go once a week. In 2021 I upped my regimen to 2 classes per week, and I recently went over 250 classes. I'm writing this review because I recently noticed the full impact of the classes...I took 2021 off from Snowboarding because it was kind of a strange season. When I returned this year, I could feel a tremendous difference in my legs. All those squats, lunges, and deadlift's totally paid off. I was able to charge the mountain all day, skiing like I was in high school or college again. Wasn't tired at night, and could go out and do it again the next day. I love the Fit Mill. Maybe I'll up my regimen from 2 days a week to 3. It's a great gym with a great vibe / culture / community. Definitely worth challenging yourself to their workout. read more

I come here all the time, especially with friends. I absolutely love it here. All the trainers are wonderful and know everyone by name. It's a small and friendly atmosphere. It's a new focus each month and they switch up the exercises each week so you don't get bored and your body doesn't get used to what you're doing. I would recommend Fit Mill to anyone!!! When you get here, make sure you're focused, and ready to get after it. Overall a great place and environment to get in shape! read more

Did A CLASS On Class pass. So fun. I love that it is circuit training, they have it set up to do each set of moves three times than you move on to the next set of three exercises. From rowing for heart rate, to TRX to bosu ball moves, abs, wall sits, wall work to more. The owner trainer was super sweet and really had us sweating. They have an upcoming week of $3 classes! Call or go on their website to sign up. NO better time to try weeks worth of fun but challenging classes.. read more

I've been meaning to write this review for quite awhile now. My family and I relocated from the Bay Area to Carlsbad 7 months ago. Before we moved, I researched all the surrounding studios/gyms that would fit my desire for a high energy, well rounded and solid workout. The instructors are ALL amazing and each has their own unique style. What does not differ amongst all the coaches, is their strength in motivating the members to workout to their full potential. What makes The Fit Mill stand apart from other places to workout (and I've done many) is the variety it offers. The Fit Mill is based on HIIT workouts which change regularly; and I l absolutely love this. I leave every workout feeling accomplished and sweaty!!!!! From the moment you walk into the Fit Mill, you feel welcomed and like you are part of a family. Thank you Fit Mill....I'm SO thankful I found you! read more

Over the years I've always searched for the cheapest gym membership I could find. Back in February I was told about a new studio gym offering three free weeks before their grand opening. I originally thought I'd just do the free weeks and never go back, but now I'm here nearly every day of the week. A gym is only worth it if you will actually go and if you will it's worth every penny. Evolve is a small studio gym with only space for 12 that offers a variety of spin and gravity classes. With such a small classes you really get the attention of the trainers. Come more than once and they will start to know what adjustments to recommend for different exercises for you to get the most out of your workout. I've been coming since the before the grand opening in February and am 100% addicted. I've taken classes with nearly every instructor at this location (they have a location in Mission Hills as well that has been open a few years) and I love them all. If you're looking to find a gym that you'll actually look forward to going to even on the days you can't move you're so sore from the day before then try this place out. They have great deals to make trying them out worth it and I promise once you do you'll keep coming back for more! Favorite Class: Pedal & Pit with Tabitha on Tuesday evenings! read more

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We came here while on vacation. Shanae was awesome and had such a great workout planned. Leaving happy and drenched in sweat!

An update to my previous review. Still 5 stars of course but wanted to comment about the measures they have taken during Covid. They have created an amazing, socially distanced and clean workout environment outside in the back parking lot. The workouts are still great for all fitness levels but I find I like the outdoor workout even more. At every station wipes are provided to wipe down everything that was touched and there is plenty of room for people to space out and get a great workout in while staying safe. Book early as classes fill up quick! read more

I may be writing this on an endorphin high from taking a Fit Mill class this morning but I can't rave enough about this place. Workouts will have you feeling sore the next day but it's fast paced which I love. Instructors teach you everything you need to know in the first 10 min but also walk around and help you if you're feeling lost or your movements aren't in the right place! Did I mention the music playlists are BOMB! I also love the sense of community this place has and I haven't found an instructor I don't like. I started out as a ClassPass gal and now I've dropped ClassPass and opted for a monthly unlimited membership here. read more

The Fit Mill is a great place to come if you're looking for a HIIT type experience and like variety. You come in, go to the left, drop your stuff off in a locker, check in on their tablet, write your name on a tag found on the check in desk, and put it under the station you want to start on. The instructors here are super friendly and happy to help with any questions. Tell them it's your first time and they'll take you on a quick tour of the gym. Everything is in one room. There are four people (max) to a station and you rotate stations together after a few minutes. Be sure to get here a few minutes before any class starts. When class starts the instructor does demos of each station (since it changes all the time). You must be there for the demos or they can't let you participate. (Safety reasons). The music is usually pumping...everything from 90s rock hits to modern top 40. People here are friendly; high fives are common. Anything can be modified. This is an efficient work out in a clean studio with friendly people. Highly recommend. read more

I started going to The FitMill at the beginning of the year as part of their 6-week transformation challenge. What I love so much is that all of the trainers are positive and encouraging to EVERYONE. It doesn't matter where you are on your fitness journey, they are there to help you get the most out of your workout. In the past 5 months, I've worked out alongside high school students, grandmothers, new moms, upcoming brides, men... and they have been a mix of new athletes, long-time runners, hardcore gym-goers, and newbies. Not to mention every body type! I love walking into the gym and knowing that someone else has put in the time/effort to ensure that I'm going to get a tough, full-body workout. It's hard enough dragging myself to the gym (I'm a long-time runner/biker/hiker) so not having to prep my workouts is awesome! And the circuit format keeps me moving through the workout without getting stuck. On good days, I push harder each of the three rounds at a station. On off days, I remind myself that each exercise is only done for 1 minute and 30 seconds (three rounds of 30 second). And the trainers are all super knowledgeable and do a wonderful job of modeling exercises before class, as well as offering slight form corrections as you move through the circuit. The best part for me is that I've seen MAJOR improvements in my body fat percentage and strength since I started. I'm down 3.1% body fat in five months and I've improved my strength test time just over 3 and half minutes! That is enough to prove to me that The Fit Mill is working and is a wonderful addition to my cardio workouts. read more

The Fit Mill keeps getting better!!! They continue to raise the bar as far as excellence goes. Not only do they want to provide a heart pounding, fun & challenging workout, they have incorporated more emphasis on form. This is so important as it shows they truly care about keeping their members healthy! I have seen massive strides on my efficiency, in particular with the rowing. I'm hitting numbers I would have only dreamed of when I first began and can really gas myself on that cardio station because my body works so hard. I love ending there! The coaches are always available for a modification if an exercise is painful or you have any limitations. This sets TFM apart. Not to mention, the community at The Fit Mill is wonderful! They have classes that can fit most schedules, no excuses not to give them a try! read more

This place will kick your butt! I came in using the last of my class pass points just to use it up and I'm happy I chose The Fit Mill. It was a lot of different types of workouts rolled into an hour. There are several different stations that you run through for about 10 mins each, but each station is broken up into smaller focused exercises for about half a minute to a minute to help the work out go by faster. As it was my first time at Fit Mill, the instructor and even some of the students were extremely helpful in helping me get started. When you move through the sections, you have a 'partner' or group that moves with you, which I found helpful. The studio is very fast paced - but I did not feel lost as the instructor was very attentive. I felt very sore afterwards, but it was well worth it! I also enjoyed that we had a stretch out session at the end. It did not seem to be a regular routine that they stretch out together, but I really appreciated that as it was well needed! I would definitely recommend coming into the Fit Mill for a well rounded work out! read more

If you want an amazing workout in a positive, supportive and fun atmosphere go to this Fit Mill . Everyone cheers each other on through this challenging interval training that crosses 6 stations each hour long class. You are so busy and focused that the time flies by and you are done with a terrific all body workout. The frosting on the cake is it's a female owned business and she leads many of the classes. She helps anyone with adjustments they might need due to prior injuries or lower impact needs. You can even walk in and try just one class. Try it !! read more

Shanae and her team bring positive energy and encouragement to every class! Before Fitmill, I'd wander through the big gyms, perhaps go on the treadmill for 30 minutes, do a few situps and head home. The Fitmill's focused and high energy workouts can't hold a candle to anything I'd do on my own and I look forward to my early morning workout days! I love how the coaches are always coming up with new routines to keep it interesting. They make it a point to get to know each participant and create friendly competitions to keep us motivated. Thanks to the Fitmill team for helping me get into the best shape of my adult life and becoming a crucial part of my daily routine!! read more

I'm writing this review while I'm stretching, amazed at how sore I am today! Fit Mill is completely different from any other workout I've ever done. They have 6 stations set up: TRX, row machine, wall, GTS-basically a reformer, spin bike, "toys" as they call it(free weights, weighted bar, kettle bells, etc.) I love the variety of workouts they offer and a little over 7 min at every station is totally doable and just when I think I can't do another squat or tricep push-up, we switch stations. The challenge is one I'm up for and I feel my body getting stronger week by week! read more

I recently started taking working out seriously. I've been a bit overweight my whole life and knew I needed to change. I started taking classes at The Fit Mill and have definitely felt better about myself. Most of the staff is great but there are one or two teachers to avoid. Becky in particular. I felt like she was a fat shamer. She made me feel really bad about myself that I couldn't keep up and looked at my body like it was gross. I have avoided her classes since. Otherwise the place is great. read more

Evolve is the BEST fitness studio I have ever been to. I stumbled upon this place during Adventure Run and had to do 10 push ups on their gravity machine. Ever since then, I've been hooked! The studio is nice and quaint and the owner, Heather, is extremely friendly and welcoming. She is an awesome instructor and the prices here are unbelievably reasonable! What makes Evolve such a one of a kind fitness experience is the fact that the classes are constantly changing, so even if you do the same class two weeks in a row, you'll be doing different exercises, so you're sure to be sore after both classes. Going to Evolve for classes is not only liberating, but a very humbling experience. Get ready to work muscles you didn't even know you had! read more

Holy sore EVERYTHING batman! This class is intense! I am an avid indoor cyclist and runner and thought that I would be fit enough to hang with this crew, but by the 30 minute mark I was spent! Here's the breakdown: there are 5 stations with 4 spots per station. Each station worked either cardio (box jumping, indoor cycling or rowing) and a strength exercise. (TRX, weight lifting) and you have a series of exercises that you go through in a specific of amount of time before heading to the next station. Since there is a limited amount of people in each class, it feels like you are constantly getting personal attention from the instructor. The 50 minutes blew by and I walked away feeling like I had a serious full body workout. The only downside is this place is located only 500 miles from where I live! I guess every time I visit I'll have to make it a point to stop by! read more

I've always been a healthy eater and into working out. I felt like I was at a plateau no matter how many days I went to the gym, barre, or ran. A few of my girlfriends were obsessed and literally kept bugging me to try. I'm not going to lie, I was a little intimidated because everyone looked like pros whenever I peaked in the window after doing yoga at Mantra... but wow all the coaches and members were and are SO inviting! I felt comfortable and ready for the challenge as soon as I took my first class. I started in May and have been consistently going ever since! I am stronger, have more energy and I finally am seeing the responses I want from working out (& it's only a 50 min workout!). You have to sign up before you go so it holds you accountable... if you sign up and don't go to class you get charged (which is kind of a bummer but totally understandable for the classes that get full and ppl don't attend since you took a spot). Shanae, Calista & Tish are my favs. They play fun upbeat music while kicking your butt. A first glance online it looks pricey, but they always do specials on holidays which are totally affordable and worth stocking up on!!!! Try your first class for $5, first ten classes for $30 then get the package deals. You WONT regret it. I'm obsessed and would get this place a million stars. I hope I can workout here forever read more

I was looking to incorporate more cardio into my workout & decided on this place because it has high ratings & is very close to my house. If I was looking for cardio, OMG II got it 10 fold coming to this class! Calista and I was the newbie in a very full class. I consider myself fit having been on a regular fitness program & active for years. This class kicked my butt in a great way! Even if it's a full class, there are stations & enough to accommodate all. It's fun in the way that just as you are DYING at one station, it's time to rotate to the next. Never a dull moment! Calista is super motivating & all about form... She would rather you do the exercise correctly rather than crank out a whole bunch of sets and do it wrong and possibly injure yourself. She takes the time to come around to each person and motivate, or adjust, depending on what each person needs. Having been to fitness places where all the sessions are coached by a trainer, I will never join a conventional do-it-yourself gym again. I can't do Workouts on my own...unless I'm running. I will definitely come back for these classes at Fit Mill. read more

I look forward to every single day to go workout at Fit Mill. Very unique and challenging pattern you will find in any gym, the workout changes twice a week and all the coaches are just awesome. I had experience with doing cardio on bike and row in regular gyms, but now I am fan of TRX and GTS. They are great equipment with variety of workouts, which adds strength and flexibility. I recently did the winter transformation challenge and with that I learned a lot on nutrition along with the studio and at home workouts, worth the package. Once again, shout out to all beautiful lady coaches. My week isn't complete without working out at Fit Mill, I crave for the sweat. GET RIPPED with The Fit Mill. read more

The energy in this gym is addictive. The coaches are so helpful and always pushing you to work harder. The people that attend are so supportive and friendly as well. After doing a transformation challenge at the beginning of the year where you are given a great price for unlimited classes, weekly recipes and emotional support online, I knew I was staying with them for the long haul. Love this place!! read more