I have been taking classes here for the past few months and LOVE it!! Maddy is a great teacher as…read moreshe is passionate about teaching and is very patient. My favorite part is each class has variety in the movements so I learn new movements each time and yet I still get a full body work out every class. Definitely recommend!

Before JJ Pilates, I had absolutely no exposure to Pilates and honestly felt intimidated by some of…read morethe other Pilates studios in Redding. Walking into my first class was a little nerve-wracking, but Maddy immediately changed that. From my very first few classes, Maddy made me feel comfortable, welcomed, and capable. She took the time to help me get past the beginner stage, always offering encouragement and guidance without ever making me feel out of place. She has the best energy, so positive, genuine, and uplifting and it's clear she truly cares about every person who walks through her doors. The studio itself is always clean, cute, and so inviting. It's become one of my favorite places to be, and I genuinely look forward to every class. I've loved my experience so much that I've brought several friends along, and they now love Pilates just as much as I do. If you've ever been intimidated to try Pilates, JJ Pilates is the perfect place to start. Maddy has created such a welcoming community, and I couldn't recommend her studio more.

I've been going to ARC for the past few months and I love it! I love the workouts that keep things…read moreinteresting. It's impossible to get bored and not feel challenged! I always leave feeling like I accomplished something. I love that feeling! I am the least physically fit, athletic person that you'll ever meet, but I feel comfortable there. The environment is welcoming, friendly and supportive! I never feel self-conscious about where I'm at in my CrossFit journey! This is by far the best CrossFit gym for anyone looking to check-out this type of workout for the first time. Your couldn't be in better hands! I recommend it for ANYONE!

ARC has a much different vibe from many other CrossFit gyms...but that's one of my favorite things…read moreabout this place (and no, I won't call it a "box" because I think it's just kind of pretentious-sounding). CF has somewhat of a reputation for being elitist in the fitness world, and I'm not on board with that. Some of the CF "culture" can be a little over the top sometimes. However, the workouts are AMAZING and you can see some great results rather quickly. ARC does NOT give off any of those "vibes". They are a much more relaxed gym with members ranging from all different levels of fitness. The owner, Kyle, is really down to earth and is excellent at programming workouts that are the perfect amount of cardio/strength training. Workouts are always challenging but never horrible enough to make you not ever want to come back. He scales workouts to everyone's level, which is not only helpful, but necessary. Not everyone in here looks like the Hulk either, which is comforting. At this gym, they don't make members feel bad for not lifting "more weight" or making people do more than they should be doing. I've seen some poor coaching at other places and that's how people get hurt (refer back to elitism). They encourage members to challenge themselves but also don't let ego get in the way of your physical safety. Come here, get a great workout, and meet some new people. Also, most places give you your first workout free to try--ARC lets you try an entire WEEK for free. Cool!

**THIS IS A GREAT COMMUNITY!!!**…read more Looking to find results? This is the place. Daniel and Michelle, and their team of coaches do a great job of training, encouraging, and challenging us to train hard while educating us on keeping good form and technique while weight lifting. The community at Jefferson is very friendly and quick to uplift each other. Love this place! Go check them out! You won't be disappointed!

I've been crossfiting for a little over a year and the most important thing for me has been the…read morecommunity of people who continually push me to keep going. When life gets hard (and my life has been pretty damn hard this year) I always had my jstate people to help me focus on the positive and keep one foot in front of the other. I've really enjoyed getting stronger and doing things I never thought I could do, but I seriously don't think I would have made it through this crazy season of life without Jefferson State CrossFit!

My husband and I popped into CrossFit Redding twice while up in the area for Thanksgiving. We were…read moreimmediately greeted by Bryan, the owner and trainer. He was really nice, and his WODs were killer. This box is very spacious with plenty of equipment. Everyone we worked our with was super friendly. I do know that crossfit redding's comp team is phenomenal, which was another motivating factor to choose to visit this gym over others in the area. Thanks, CrossFit Redding! Can't wait to come back over Christmas :)

I absolutely love this gym. Not only do I get amazing programming that builds my strength and…read moreendurance over time, but I love the people! We have an amazing community at CrossFit Redding and I feel comfortable going at anytime and working out with anyone! Definitely worth a drop in if you're in town, and the new remodel looks amazing! Best gym in town!

This is the best and most unique gym experience I've had. Lani and Karina are the couple that own…read morethe place and they run it very well.  Right when you walk through the door you can feel the positive energy. It is made clear that everyone of any skill level is accepted here.   The trainers are great. They are motivating and encouraging and can offer modifications on any movement as well as quickly troubleshoot problems with form. Nothing is more infuriating for me when I see others doing movements incorrectly and unsafe at a gym and the 'coach' just walks on by. I believe you can get "a good workout" at any gym but something that especially sets them apart from the rest is their focus on attitude and the promotion of a positive mindset. They also place a huge emphasis on LONGEVITY and taking care of your body, not just lifting the heaviest and being super competitive. It's about whole body wellness here (mind, body, etc) and I so appreciate that angle. This is a gym for everybody and they don't shame you if you don't (yet) have the skill level of an elite athlete. You will not find elitism here and it's very refreshing. They will not only transform that bod, they will transform you from the inside out. You will feel at home and welcome here, like you are amongst family. They truly love their people and care about their health and wellbeing.

This is the home of Palo Cedro CrossFit. A truly wholesome family workout center. They have classes…read morefor teens a group kids play area and a fantastic gym for the whole family. They haven't OnStaff nutritionist as well as personal trainers and anything else you need to lose weight get in shape and have a new outlook on life! Weight loss, nutrition, diet plans, ketogentic diet, vegan diet, vegetarian, well fed, superfoods, squat, push up, sit-up, pull-up, core strength, boot camp fitness, interval training, high intensity exercise, hiit training, small group training, resolution, mind body spirit can all be found here. I brought my daughter here to train in the offseason from swimming. Now she is buff!

Carla is an excellent personal trainer. She has masters in physical rehabilitation and psychology…read moreof health and wellness. She starts the training program with a complete and detailed assessment of flexibility, balance and posture. She helped me develop an individual personal training plan and dieting strategy with realistic goals. She taught me the core concepts of fitness and nutrition. I really recommend her.

Jiu Jitsu is a journey and the people you choose to walk that journey with you is as important as…read morethe lessons that journey will teach you. I visited the different Jiu Jitsu schools in the Redding area before i chose to attend Mendes Jiu Jitsu in Palo Cedro, CA. They are passionate about teaching the art of Jiu Jitsu and the staff are phenomenal from Professor Nate Mendes on down to the Coaches that impart their collective knowledge onto their students. If you are looking for a place to begin your Jiu Jitsu journey and receiving enthusiastic and passionate teaching from phenomenal Jiu Jitsu practitioners then please check out Mendes Jiu Jitsu.

Very impressed with this academy. They have exceeded my expectations. First impression and point of…read morecontact is Kellie. She is highly organized and so helpful. I appreciate that there is someone available to answer questions about new memberships/billing. Very professional. The kids class is massive and they have plenty of instructors on the mat to help. Instruction here is top notch. It's kind of expected that you'll get "thrown to the wolves" when you start jiu jitsu as there are really no "basics/beginner course"; you just immerse and catch up eventually (unless you pay extra for personals). I appreciate that they see when someone needs help and they provide it, instead of leaving you lost and floundering. As for adults class, everyone is friendly and respectful. There are no women's classes (that's fine) and males and females are mixed in class but they do a great job with the culture to ensure the women don't feel intimidated. The female black belt instructors do an amazing job at putting new female students at ease. Everyone is so nice and respectful and I have not had any negative experiences. More emphasis on self-defense aspect here, which I appreciate. Very realistic. But they'll also get you competition-ready if that's your goal too. I appreciate the structure, discipline, and higher expectation here. Quality team and families. Highly recommend!

Functional training, meal plans, different age groups, they create modifications from beginner to…read moreadvanced with a combination of strength and endurance and this place is family oriented and extremely friendly.