Where Locals Work Out: Best [15] Gyms and Fitness Centers in San Mateo, CA

A Herr This is definitely one of the best studios in the area. I actually like this spot more than my home studio. I have taken a couple of classes with coach Sophia and really enjoyed them. She is excellent at giving clear instructions, demonstrating movements, and keeping the class upbeat. Her music is on point too and covers a lot of different genres, which I really appreciate. The front desk staff are also very welcoming and friendly. I will definitely be coming back here regularly.

Dayna Santana Ive been attending BodyRok San Mateo 3-5 times a week for the past 4 months and absolutely love it! The classes are always challenging, never the same class sequence twice, and Ive seen noticeble iimprovements in my strength, stamina, and overall tone. The instructors are amazing -motivating, knowledgeable and bring great energy to every class. My 24yr old son has also attended class and loved it as well! Highly recommend!

Isabella Firpo I have had the opportunity to train with Holly and many of her amazing trainers. They are all so professional, friendly and helpful. They put my fitness goals first and always make our sessions fun and tailored to my abilities. They are so knowledgeable and always keep an eye on my form so I can avoid injury and reap the most benefits from the workout. I’m so lucky to have found Holly Roser Fitness!

Tony Gentilcore One of the first kids birthday venues in the area that I, as a dad, had fun at. They dont check whats in your cooler and they let you try the real ninja warrior walls. Oh, and the kids had a blast. Highly recommended.

DOMINIC Albanese If you want to better yourself as a boxer, or just get in shape and change your life, this is the place. You can train next to real fighters, and work with some of the best coaches in California. Eddie is a legend and an amazing person, and everyone there is like a family. Ive trained at a dozen combat sports gyms and this is my favorite one by far.

Alessio Sangalli This is one of the most wonderful places on the Peninsula. I wish I knew about them ten years ago. The structure is fantastic have a look at the photos. The personnel is the most gracious, they explained me everything about their activities. The teachers are perfect: they give space to kids to try out stuff on their own and understand their limits, but are ALWAYS there to help them. They actually listen to the kids instead of telling them what to do. This obviously doesnt work for helicopter parents which do not appreciate this style but I find it great. If I had to nitpick and find a negative is that, as not all kids follow basic hygiene, the air tends to smell a little. Air up the place guys! All in all, fantastic, please never change. Plenty of parking space outside.

Tisa Yonts The Perfect Workout is smarter weight training that amazingly brings results in just two 20 minute sessions a week! Knowing my session will be just 20 minutes gives me so much motivation to be consistent and bring everything I’ve got. And working side by side with a trainer, who sets up each station, keeps track of each session’s progress and knows how far I like to push myself is sooooo helpful. Best investment I could have made to develop a weight training lifestyle! And I know it has powerfully advanced my health.

Jennifer Hui I really enjoyed the indoors cycling class on Tuesday 6pm (Heather B)and Friday 6pm (Kendra)! They are both great instructors and bring great vibes to the class!

Jennifer Hui This studio is spacious and clean. I really enjoyed my classes with Negging (Eva) Wang (my first Pilates class was taught by her as well) and she is very attentive, professional and making sure you are using the right pose and techniques. I learned a lot of breathing techniques as well from Eva and I am happy with the improvement so far!

Roberto Mercado Kelly has an amazing energy and keeps the classes to the max. I enjoy Step aerobics a lot and this is a nice class to challenge your body and mind. Nancy and Katie are masters of the rhythm with their Dance Vibes signature class, and to learn step by step you can attend the breakdown class.

Eric Chu Aloha Time Boxing has been an amazing gym from the first day I walked in. Everyone there is like family and it starts with the owners and trainers. Bruno, Bazzel, Arnold and Steve are all first class professionals that offer training to every skill level. Whether you’re just looking for an amazing workout, or wanting to really learn and polish technical boxing skills, Aloha Time delivers in every way. I’ve been training with Arnold directly and cannot thank him enough for all the coaching he provides through his personal professional fighting and training experience.

Susanne Prokscha Ive been working out at OPEX Kura with Melissa as my coach since early June of this year and really 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 dont. Ive come to enjoy my sessions and how I feel physically after a workout. I can already see huge progress in what I can do in and out of the gym. I give Melissa a lot of credit for that and am expecting to continue for the long term.

Tam My Favorite Pilates studio!! Most challenging and rewarding Pilates classes I’ve taken. Monica is an amazing instructor. I love her energy she brings before, during, and after the class.