Great gym with access 24/7. If you're looking to get stronger and fitter, this is the place to be! Odd is a great trainer, patient and with decades of experience. Nice community feel and fun as well. read more

I'll keep this pretty short because there's really only one thing to say about The Training Hall. If you want to get strong - go here. It's really the place to go to become stronger/fitter. I mean, THE place to go. The trainers/owners are some of the strongest people in the world (literally), and they really know what they're talking about, not just from reading a book, but from experience (lots of it). One of the best places to go to if you're serious about Strongman/Strongwoman competitions or skills. There is no better place to go in Ventura/LA county than this, in my opinion. That's really all that needs to be said. read more

Best gym in the 805! Friendly staff. Home to professional competitors and those who want to better themselves. read more

The Training Hall | By Odd E Haugen - The gym is my home. The grocery store is my second home. - Gyms Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

As a female, going to the weight-lifting section of a gym intimidated me. All the mirrors, the people who seemed to know what they are doing were not a great inspiration. What do I need for an excellent workout? Accountability. Guidance. Encouragement. And that push to do one more when on my own I would have given up 5 reps earlier. I am not a strongman. And, while I will not be on any competition circuit, I have found a home among some very strong people. At heart, I'm a trail runner, a mom, a regular person. I am looking for toned strength, not bulk; flexibility; and injury prevention. My new haven is The Training Hall. I'm meeting with Romark 3 days per week, and he is respectful, knowledgeable, and is pushing me to go beyond my own self-established limits. He keeps an online record that monitors my progress, and each session is unique and individualized. Everyone here is friendly. This is an excellent place for anyone trying to do more. Monday was legs day. Yesterday was arms and back... and - oh yes - I'm feeling it as I type. But it feels good. Can't wait for tomorrow. read more

This is simply a perfect gym for anyone who wants to workout. If you're just starting, you will find there all the equipment you need, and a team of excellent trainers to guide you around. If you're a more accomplished athlete, then you'll love this gym! Besides the standard equipment, you will find a lot of other dumbbells, bars, machines, boulders, etc. that you won't find in any other gym. But most importantly, the gym is managed by passionate trainers who will make you reach your goals. The owner is an inspiring athlete and I even had supplements and straps ordered through the gym (they arrived within a couple of days of ordering). Get serious about your workouts, and go visit The Training Hall. You'll be happy you did! read more

The Training Hall is worth traveling to. Everyone is treated like family from the minute you walk through their doors. This is not a commercial gym with people coming in and out after each workout, its not a place you pass through as part of your day, this is a gym you purposely stop at, have a great time at, and develop friendships that will help you succeed with any goals you set. No matter your shape, size, skill or lack of skill, it's a gym worth traveling to. My husband and I travel more than 70 miles every Saturday to train at this gym and it's worth every mile. The trainers in the gym are always there, ready and willing to help you reach what ever goal you set. From my personal experience with my trainer Romark, he goes above and beyond what a typical trainer does. He will be with you throughout the entire process. read more

A fun gym. It's made to be perfect for anyone ready to go the next level with their workout. There is plenty of equipment that you don't see anywhere else. Like stones, truck pulls, 1000lb tires, and even a pit-shark. Community is also really important at the Training Hall. It's one best groups of trainers and athletes you could ever be around. Shout out to Martins, an incredible strongman competitor and coach. Odd Haugen, a legend of strength he is an excellent spearhead to the gym. Jacob Finerty one of the kindest and most inspiring people I know. Romark is a great motivator. Mike Gillert, a coach with great attention to detail and always expecting the most from those he works with. Go check out the Training Hall, you'll fall in love read more

Strongest gym in Ventura County, period. Whether its weightlifting, powerlifting, strongman, highland games, or just general fitness you're interested in, the Hall has you covered. The Training Hall houses some specialty equipment that you wont find at any other gym in the area, and has more bumper plates in kilos and old school iron in pounds thats actually humanly necessary. There's no shortage of weightlifting barbells that actually spin, stiff competition powerlifting barbells that aren't bent, and niche bars that you won't find anywhere else. The trainers and coaches are extremely knowledgeable and do not hesitate to share their cues and tips with you - they just want to see you get better in whatever capacity. There are coaches in there with diverse competition backgrounds, impressive resumes, and the working knowledge to clean up your movement, keep you healthy, and get you STRONG. Whether you're a seasoned competitor in a strength sport or looking to get your feet wet, the Hall houses the perfect atmosphere to train, not just "workout." Everybody gets behind you on a heavy attempt, and the team athletes fire you up like nothing else. Come check out what they're all about - you will be happy you did. read more

This is an awesome gym. It has all the equipment needed for any kind of workout and for any fitness goal - strongman to cross training, sports specific to just looking better naked (my goal).I learned how to do bunch of things I had never even considered before and I had a ton of fun in the process. All the trainers are knowledgeable, experienced and helpful. The members are also super friendly and supportive. The entire gym was cheering me on and giving helpful tips the first time I picked up an Atlas stone. I agree with the other reviewers that the trainers are exceptional. Always prepared with a thoughtful and thorough workout, enthusiastic and friendly, and with an incredible depth of knowledge and dedication. I would recommend this gym to any and all, beginner to experienced. You'll get fit and have fun doing it. read more

Home to the god, Zeus. You have access to the best equipment and a great staff. It's a very motivational place where you will always push yourself just off of the energy there! Come on over to The Training Hall! You won't be disappointed! read more

Hands down the best gym I have ever been to. Just started training here with Jared about two months ago. Got to say, this gym has the most down to earth and knowledgeable team backing it. If you want to get serious about your training and understand the fundamentals, reach out to one of the trainers here and give it a shot. read more

When I first heard of this new gym opening up In Newbury Park I thought to myself "great another cookie cutter gym in thousand oaks." But I figured, what the heck...I'll check it out anyway. And I am soo glad I did, because the training hall is much more than a gym. With an array of unique and custom built workout equipment, coupled with friendly and knowledgeable trainers and staff, you really can't beat the training hall for value. Most crossfit/powerlifting type gyms around town would easily cost twice as much to join. So weather you are just starting out, or looking to take your strength training to the next level, I recommend The Training Hall to everyone. read more

I like this place! You should go there! Sometimes gyms can be intimidating, but the thing is the staff and trainers are so great that they will make you feel at home no matter what your ability. I recommend this place to anyone that wants to start or continue working out. read more

This is all a gym should be, with high quality equipment and knowledgable minds, not one hundred different machines. The Training Hall gives you everything you need to improve physically and an environment that facilitates nothing but progress. read more

Definitely the place to come to if you're looking to get strong, no matter where you are in your fitness journey. From the second I walked in I felt welcomed by both the staff and the other patrons, and they all believed in my ability to achieve my goals even more than I did. Come here if you want great guidance and feedback from world class strength athletes including World's Strongest Man finalists. Has great strongman equipment you'd struggle to find in almost any other gym. read more

If you want to get "significantly" stronger, then be prepared to be inspired by this training facility's coaches and patrons. Just the shear knowledge-base and combined experience under this roof is already worth it. Strongman,powerlifting,olympic- weightlifting, mas-wresteling, and everything in between is exercised here on a weekly basis. This place is particularly motivating because it tailors to all levels of athletes (there are plenty of jaw dropping BEASTS here too...Mr.Haugen and Mr.Licis to name a couple). Pound-for-pound, kilo-for-kilo, stone-for-stone, and $-for-$...This is the ideal place to become very well rounded and vastly stronger than when you entered. read more

This is a GYM. Actually I lied. It's Training center for people who want to improve their health. There is training, but then there is training the right way. They have the most knowledgeable staff who give show you how to train! read more

The Training Hall is an amazing gym! The trainers and members are knowledgeable and helpful. I have always been nervous about lifting heavy weights but I feel very comfortable at this gym and I know I am receiving great training and guidance. And it is a lot of fun! Romark is fantastic and the training you will get at this gym is unlike any other gym in the area. The gym welcomes all fitness levels and I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for a great workout. read more

Let me set something straight: I'm not a strong man. I'm very fit and I like to lift heavy things. But I'm a far cry from the world of strong men. When Shawn Couch, one of the best personal trainers in Southern California relocated to the Training Hall, I had to check it out. I'm so glad I did. For regular gym goers like me, the Training Hall is a completely different experience. Every piece of equipment is unlike anything you've ever worked with before. Things you push, things you lift, things you pull, things you grab and things you carry. It goes on and on. You'll test your body and test your strength in ways you never imagined. It was a fantastic experience. I highly recommend it for anyone seeking variety. And, you want to know what was really amazing? The enthusiasm in the gym. Strangers were totally engrossed in my lifts. Strangers were cheering me on. Strangers were giving me encouragement. Check it out. It's a great facility with a tremendously skilled staff. And, if you want to train with the best, ask for Shawn. read more