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18 December 2019

My family just joined CalFit and we love it.  We live in Martinez and found our previous gym, YMCA Pleasant Hill, just enough out of the way that we didn't go enough.  There are several fitness options downtown Martinez but we chose CalFit as they are the only drop-in 24/7 gym rather than class-based.  There are all the usual cardio machines - including the StairMaster which is my favorite!  Lots of weight machines, free weights, TRX, mats, etc.  AND they provide towels.  I've never encountered more than a couple people in there at one time and Stacey is super friendly and helpful.  The gym is small but meets all our needs and I highly recommend it if you live or work in Martinez. More...

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11 September 2019

I'm happy overall with this very no nonsense gym. I live close by, I like the 24 hour easy access, and I rarely wait to use any equipment. I appreciate the complimentary use of gym towels and hand sanitizer.I do however feel like the majority of the equipment is worn and should be replaced, but all do function as is and I never see equipment down for repair. I feel for the price of membership the facility and bathrooms could be in better shape. More...

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9 August 2019

I love this little gym!  I'm on a brief visit to Martinez and needed a one-time workout.  When I asked the price, a wonderful woman named Sam welcomed me as a guest and invited me to enjoy full run of the gym and the equipment.  It's got a full range of cardio options, strength machines (a great complete-workout 12-machine circuit), free weights, and anything else I could have hoped for.  If I lived here, i'd join in a heartbeat.  As it is, I can only thank Sam and recommended CalFit Martinez to others. More...

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18 June 2019

Ever since Ben left this place a year or two ago it has gotten a lot better!The gym stays way cleaner and the bathrooms I notice get cleaned on a more regular basis. Glad Ben does not work there anymore!Such a better gym. More...

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25 February 2019

I have been a member of this gym even before it was called CalFit. So I would say more than 13 years I've been going here. The thing that I love about the place is it has all the equipment I need, has Wi-Fi so I can watch my iPad well I'm "suffering", and is clean. The gym also has a great trainer, Stacey, who has really help me with my balance, Core, and building up my strength. She was very careful not to aggravate arthritis in different parts of my body throughout this whole process. The next outstanding part is the price. Very reasonable and open literally 24 hours. What I don't understand is why more people don't take advantage of this, an inexpensive way to stay in great shape. More...

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25 January 2019

Cause it's a good gym and it's across the street from me

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2 November 2018

Great place to get a workout in. Has everything you need. Never busy. If you live downtown it's the only gym with weights and cardio equipment. Would highly recommend.

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30 June 2018

Love everything about this gym, perfect size with lots of great equipment to use from free weights to a squat rack and all the cardiovascular machines you can think of. Also a huge plus is that its super affordable as well! More...

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25 May 2018

Great place, parking is the only bad thing.

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30 November 2017

Although the size of the gym is small they have a good range of basic equipment. They also have trainers available which seem to be popular. Their machine are in good shape and the gym is pretty clean looking. One thing to look out is for limited parking, so beware when you go at busy times. What I enjoy is that you have 24 hour access, woot! Because I work during regular business hours, having a gym where you have 24 hour access is great! Overall I would say I'm enjoying my experience here. More...

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7 April 2017

This is a terrific little low cost and low stress gym. They have regular cardio machines and weights, both free weights and machines. The regulars who go there are very kind and considerate and there is absolutely none of the "show off" stuff you might see at bigger gyms. If you choose to do personal training the two trainers, Richard and Stacy will design a personalized program based upon your goals and won't try to sell you any products. Their timing is also very flexible. More...

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3 March 2017

This gym is truly excellent. While it may bit a small in size, they fit everything you need into the space. The staff is excellent and always willing to help. My favorite part about this gym is that it is 24/7 with key access. I recently had to cancel my gym membership because I stopped commuting passed it. Unfortunately, it is out of the way of my home and I had to join another gym. There was a mix up with my cancellation and the management took care of it right away. This gym is a gem within the Martinez community. While I will no longer be going here, I will recommend this gym to anyone looking! More...

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4 May 2016

This gym has a relaxed vibe and is welcoming to athletes of all fitness levels. I had not gone to the gym in over 5 years but glad to have started up again at CalFit. Membership dues are reasonable and personal training is offered. The towel service is appreciated and the facilities are clean and organized. I have never seen a line for the treadmills or any other equipment. Inspiring, healthy recipies are posted monthly and the music is upbeat and motivating. More...

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28 March 2016

Other reviews mention the size, and they are not kidding. This gym is very small. With 7-8 people working out at the same time it starts to feel very crowded. That being said, I rarely see many people here and sometimes even have the place to myself. Decent amount of equipment for the size. All the usual machines are here, as are free weights and cardio equipment. For the price (~30 bucks a month), I have no complaints. Free towels, 24 hour access, and right off the main drag in downtown martinez. The one minor issue I had with this place was getting them to take my money!  As far as I can tell there are only two employees that keep their own hours. Try to call or go down there when they're not working and you're shit out of luck. After about two weeks of calling, I finally got someone and was able to set up a time to come in and sign up. More...

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7 July 2015

So far I love it! Their education discount or deal was great for me, the location is fantastic and it's never too crowded! Which is great for me cuz sometimes you're just intimidated by larger gyms. They have lots of different options to to work out on and it never smells (which I've encountered at other gyms). More...

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20 June 2015

I love my gym. It's small (but has what you need), great reps that always say hello, and no grunting. Great location in downtown Martinez for locals. And it's never overly packed, maybe one or two days in January it's "packed" but still no wait for machines. You can't say that about 24Hour Fit-not. More...

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2 March 2015

Just signed up for a free week trial. Great little spot, nice people working here. It's 24/7 which is awesome! Love it so far.....

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1 March 2015

CalFit is the best gym I have ever been a member of! The reason why is because the people that go there are actually there to workout.  It's not a social scene. People aren't talking on their phones, or jabbering to the person next to them about their night out on the town.  People of all ages go here.  I have never done a personal training session, but they are always going on when I am there, and the staff knows what they are doing! The gym is conveniently located if you live in Martinez, as I don't think there are any other gyms near by. I also love the fact that you can access the gym with the swipe of a card, and you can workout any hour of the day! I would definitely recommend this gym to anyone in the area! More...

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13 December 2014

Great small gym, no waiting for equipment, no idiot posers admiring themselves in the mirrors..

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5 December 2014

CalFit Martinez is by far the best gym I've ever been to. I've had memberships at the YMCA and 24 and I've never had the experience there that I get at CalFit. The owner, Ben, is the nicest funniest guy and he's always on top of everything, plus he's super knowledgable and always willing to help. The unique thing about CalFit is that it's very family oriented. I always feel super comfortable walking in when I get greeted by name and asked how my days going from people who actually care.I've done training with both Stacy and Ben and they're amazing. They know their stuff and always have me leaving the gym feeling awesome. Highly recommend this gym, I'd never pay to go anywhere else! More...

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13 November 2014

Calfit Martinez is by far the best gym I have been to. It's not loaded with meat heads or people that are glued to their phones and hogging machines. It's filled with folks who are there to get something done. Now when it comes to the personal trainers Ben and Stacey, they are truly the best in the business. I currently do personal training with Ben, and have seen huge gains over the last couple of months. I originally started training to get back into rugby shape for the upcoming season, but after seeing my gains, I will not be stopping. Both Ben and Stacey are constantly coming up with new workouts, never two being the same. Ben also offers bootcamp classes 3 days a week which are really, really good. Not only are the monthly membership dues reasonably priced, but as is the personal training. Whether you are a before/after work gym goer or are there for personal training, Calfit Martinez is definitely a great gym for everyone. Not only do they have both free weights and machines, but the gym is open 24/7. If your not a member yet, defiantly give it a try, it worth your time. More...

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15 August 2014

Calfit Martinez is near my home and the advertised price really can't be beat, so I tried the one week pass to see how I liked it.  In the end, I decided on another gym that is closer to work and had a few more amenities, but some of the things I liked about CalFit during my trial run:- Enough machines/equipment to go around, at least at the times I would go, all in working condition and well maintained/clean- Convenient location- Complimentary clean towels to use during your workout- Very nicely maintained restrooms with toiletries, etc.The minuses for me were the size -  it is a smallish space which can make it a little claustrophobic - and the parking closeby is street metered parking from 9-6 everyday except Sunday, which, depending on when you get there and how long you work out, can start to add up. You could probably find non-pay parking in the neighborhoods nearby though.  Other than that, I would totally recommend this place to anyone who needs a low-key, no-nonsense gym that's well-equipped and clean. More...

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6 August 2014

Great gym that has everything you need. The gym is 24/7 and has enough space to do most of my workouts. It's never overcrowded compared to a planet fitness or 24. Ben and Stacey (owners) are very helpful, humorous, and knowledgable individuals that are always around. Very good overall gym in my opinion. More...

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16 July 2014

I love this gym.  It is reasonably priced and the staff is super helpful.  I have never had to wait for a machine.  Come and workout!

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8 April 2014

Joined Cal Fit today have heard a lot of ups and downs but I decided to bite the bullet and try myself because you can't always go by the mouth of others. ..anyways went today to meet with ben I believe his name was and went with my kids , he was very informative, and well educated as expected to be, he gave me a little tour and broke down pricing and let me know what was what , I found it that it's amazing how such  a small gym can do so much, I read some of the othe comments and as of "specialty equipment " I didn't see any HOWEVER I didn't ask either so you don't ask you don't know , totally my fault....gym has some things I've never seen which is good and it's literally like a block from my house not bad and even though it's 2x the price of my old gym in WC totally worth not driving the gas to the gym their... Any who as time goes on I will post again and see what nice things their are to say next :) Thank you for a Great Sign up Experience Ben. More...

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31 March 2014

I enjoy the range of equipment they have available. From the machines to the free weights which are the norm, but on top of that the kettlebells and the punching equipment. It's in a convenient location for me so that's also a plus. Ben, who showed us around the area, was very friendly and welcoming. The bathrooms were well stocked with things I wouldn't expect from even the more upscale gyms, and there's even an area with cubbies to hold our stuff. More...

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31 March 2014

Though small, Calfit does have a nice range of equipment. It's smaller size sometimes makes it so that you have to wait on equipment, as there's only one bench press, squat rack, and other heavier weight sections. This isn't as big a deal at night when I go though, so I'm glad it's 24/7. No locker rooms, but I always come dressed and the cubbies provide sufficient space for anything extra i might bring. Overall, Calfit fits my needs. More...

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21 February 2014

I really like how close this is to my work and home. Having a small space has it's challenges but the owners do their best to accommodate your needs. They have toiletries in the bathrooms and there are lots of equipment and machine options. Ben was even nice enough to give me (free of charge) a custom treadmill workout to help me get over my fear of fast-paced running! Thanks Ben, you're totally awesome :) More...

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2 February 2014

Love CalFit! We have had a family membership for 1  1/2 yrs . Originally my husband , son , sister & I. ( my sister no longer goes and had No Problem discontinuing her membership) They have all the equipment we want & need! I love that I never wait for equipment , it's not a meat market, many members are like me just trying to get back in better shape! We go 3-6 times a week. Ben & Stacey are friendly & helpful , not at all pushy! Other members are friendly and considerate. Ben is very good about keeping equipment in good working order, when something breaks it is repaired in a timely manner. We also have a special needs child/adult who I would like to work on improving her fitness but not sure how she will do and Ben has been open to allowing us to bring her to see if she will adjust with out requiring we add her to our membership until we now if it will work for her. ( we have not done it yet but as a parent of a special needs child I appreciate the opportunity to allow her to expand her potential!, thank you Ben! Means the world to this mom!) Thinking of doing some personal training as I would like to see some more targeted , specific results that I'm not seeing on my own. I imagine we will continue our membership for years to come! More...

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1 February 2014

I read A LOT of reviews before I called (even the 70-something filtered reviews)... so here's my attempt at giving my fellow yelpers a solid information packed review all in one *smiles*I was looking for a new gym close to work that had 24/7 access; I found 2 in Martinez. I tried THE OTHER gym for several months; (for $39.99/month). They had the basics, but only a few select machines and a couple of standard elliptical machines; not enough variety to keep me motivated.THIS GYM: I saw a flyer in the mail for "*as low as $19/month" and I found myself not going to my other gym nearly enough to make a dent in my long term goals. I called the number and left a voicemail regarding interest to see the facility; someone called me back within 2 hours and let me know that someone would definitely be on sight to assist me until 7pm during the next several days (whew, I can never get anywhere before 5pm).I showed up without calling back that day. I almost passed right by the place, it looks deceivingly small from the street; no parking meters after 5pm (small metered area 1 nickel=8min). I was greeted by an obviously fit woman (good sign) and had a moment to review the corkboard of REAL before/after photos of current members (very motivating). I made it clear that I read mixed reviews on yelp, wanted to sign up for the 7 day FREE pass, wanted to see for myself what the gym had to offer AND I had less than 10 minutes to spare. She was very pleasant and gave me a detailed tour and all the info I needed. Hearing the word "Yelp" (super sonic hearing?), "Ben" came over and introduced himself with a light-hearted humorous remark referencing basically the only negative yelp review by "Stacey"; by the way, he has no hard feelings, he's still a little confused about what came off negative during their 2-min convo on that day (I guess we'll never know) :PToday I finally got off the couch and took advantage of the FREE 7 day pass. Inside the gym, the music was pumping at just the right volume (excellent speaker system), but I'm one of the "un~social" headphone people so I blocked it out with my own music. They had an EXCELLENT Variety of machines that work out every part of your body (8-9 machines for upper body/back alone). I am MOST IMPRESSED with their sit-up machine and the machine that isolates the muscle on the back of the arm (below the tricept)... I don't know what it's called but it AWESOME! Oh and they have at least 4 of those cross-country floating elliptical machines (which I LOVE!)Prices with 12 month contract:-$19/month is for WEEKENDS ONLY (kinda deceiving flyer ad, I don't know anyone who only goes on weekends?)-$29/month for 24/7 access; 2nd person can sign up at the reduced rate of -$19/month for the same 24/7 access.-STUDENT DISCOUNT is $24/month for 24/7 access.Set-up costs: 1st month + last month + $59 processing fee for EFT. I agree with previous yelpers that it's a little high for adding a name/card number into the system, but it a local business so I don't mind the 1 time fee so much. IF 24-hour fitness did it, I'd be scouring the internet for a coupon code ;PPrices with NO CONTRACT (Month-to-Month):-$34/month for 24/7 access (still less than the other gym offering 24/7 access)-They have other options listed, including student discount, but it didn't pay close attention.***BONUS: TOWEL SERVICE IS INCLUDED, take a clean towel at the door and toss it in the hamper on your way out. I can't recall how many times I'm searching laundry for a "gym towel" and end up bringing a kitchen towel or an oversized towel instead (what a hassle). Notes:-If you choose not to enroll in EFT, then I think that it states (in small print) that it would be an additional $5 per month on ANY membership option (which would bypass the EFT $59 processing fee).-You can ALSO opt to AVOID ALL FEES and hassles of EFT, by purchasing 6-months or 12-months in advance. I'm looking at buying the 6-month 24/4 access for $174 total (no muss, no fuss).In Summary: Are you KIDDING ME?! $29/month for 24/7 access at a gym that basically has EVERYTHING I need. I am again MOTIVATED to get back into the gym! PS While nobody offered up an incentive to yelp... I will be sure to ask them about it if/when I become a permanent member *LOL* ;)P More...

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31 January 2014

This gym has been AWESOME! Less than half the price of most conventional gyms while also being less than half crowded. And due to the fact that I work swing shift this gym really helps me out in even the most awkward of hours! THANKS CALFIT!

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20 January 2014

I have read some of those bad reviews and I don't quite understand them. If those people encountered some problems why they didn't discuss at large with Ben. Do they think that writing a bad review was going to solve whatever problems they had? They were totally wrong on that.Myself and my wife have recently joined CalFit Martinez through a program offered by Silver & Fit and Kaiser Permanente and found nothing of what those people are talking about. The Gym is small but this is something that we were looking for. I have been a member of Bally in South San Francisco and I always had to wait for any machine that I wanted to use. Here a CalFit I can use any, threadmill, eliptic, standing bike and many other exercise equipment at any time. The place is very neat and clean and so far the people that we have met there are all very nice. About the Owner, Ben, all I can say is that he has treated us, myself and my wife, with attention and kindly has helped us to sign up for the year through the Silver & Fit program that was new to us as this is the first year that Kaiser Permanente has offered to the Senior Advantage members and nobody knew anything about it. He accepted us temporarily and after that has gone through whatever was needed to get us signed up.About the parking, we just go one block West and it is plenty of free parking. We don't need to park at the front door.So far, keep it that way Ben and you will have us for years. More...

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16 January 2014

I was not able to workout for a year from major knee surgery...told I could never run again! So I wanted a simple gym that would be about cardio and weights! This gym is perfect for that!! Open 24hours and has everything I need. Never too crowded! If you are interested in simply losing weight and getting fit without all those foofoo classes (sorry but my idea of losing weight isn't beating on drums, lol)...this is the place to go :) More...

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26 December 2013

Came here while I was in town visiting my parents for Thanksgiving.  Ben was so nice and helpful and even showed me some boxing/kickboxing moves.  Yes it is small but I love it there and will definitely be coming back when I'm in town. More...

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5 August 2013

California Fitness 24-7 is a small, centralized gym in the heart of downtown Martinez but has everything anyone would need for themselves to train and to become fit. It is literally only a 5 minute drive away from home and so location came as a huge plus when choosing this gym. The pricing is also far cheaper than many competitors out in the market. This gym has basically all the needs for training in a small, reasonably priced gym with a great location! More...

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31 May 2013

My husband and I started to attend this gym about a month ago. The amazing customer service and professionalism Ben displayed from our first visit to our joining the gym, and continuing to attend has never wavered. He is full of wonderful information and has been an asset in our getting back in shape and stress relief. I have had one personal training session so far, and oh my, was the areas I needed targeted worked out. I have back and attachment  issues that need a lot of adjustment for during training, and Ben was able to target those issues to strengthen them without distress or pain. Thank you.This place is completely affordable. When I attended another work out location I paid the same price for just me as we pay for BOTH my husband and I to attend California Fitness 24/7. There is a first and last months dues and a minor paperwork fee, but nothing shocking or outrageous. Everything is clearly explained up front when Ben walks you through the information. The location is completely convenient for us to attend on a regular basis, and parking is usually never difficult for us. We truly enjoy the atmosphere here, no inappropriate stares at myself (which is my I dislike co-ed gyms in general). Everyone seems they are here to better themselves for health and wellness. And today one of the regulars even noticed my hubby missing, and sent an encouragement for him to keep up the good work. Ben walks around and checks in with everyone throughout his "free time" (when he's not training). It is great to have a management team that truly cares about the individual and not the bottom line.There is plenty of work out distraction from TVs and music to not allow monotony during the workout time. There are enough machines to go around, cardio: elliptical, treadmill, bikes and stair climbers. Plus enough strength training machines, supplemental workout equipment, and free weights to meet your needs. And Ben's personal training session will keep your muscles plenty occupied, and never plateau. The gym is kept clean and sanitary, which is very important to us germaphobes:)Give this place a try. WE LOVE IT and you may TOO! If its not your cup of tea that's ok, but you will have missed out on a life/health changing experience. More...

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20 April 2013

This gym is a small but nicely equipped gym.  It is always clean and neat. I appreciate the 24 hour access as well and the friendly staff and gym patrons. Ben gave me a complimentary training session when I first joined and really learned a lot! Definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for an accessible, inexpensive gym. More...

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17 March 2013

I joined this place because it's litterally behind my apartment building. The place was convenient for me. The staff is super friendly, and even the regulars were really friendly, In the mornings, anyway. ..never went in the afternoon or night. My only complaint is that this place is super small, but that's not their fault. My experience was good. I was sad when I couldn't go anymore. More...

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11 January 2013

We love CalFit and the staff. Ben has aways been super helpful and kind. He is a busy guy and serious about making the business a success. He is accessable and is well educated  about all aspects for fitness. Although I have not been able to work out because of an injury, my husband attends boot camp regularly and gets a great workout. The atmosphere is safe and friendly. It's not a meat market and is rarely crowded. You can't beat the convenience of a 24/7 card access facility and Ben and his staff keep the place clean as a whistle. Thank you Ben! More...

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24 October 2012

I have nothing but good things to say about this gym and its trainers.  I was in Martinez only temporarily (about 8 weeks) for work.  I checked ALL the local gym options, and this was the only gym that would allow me to join for a limited number of weeks and not charge me an enrollment fee or 3-month minimum or try to rope me into personal training.  Ben was flexible in allowing me to pay for only the amount of time I was going to be in the area.The gym space is small, but they have lots of equipment and fitness accessories.  I never saw all the cardio machines completely full, even during busy after-work hours.  After working out there for a couple weeks, Ben offered personal training which I did end up doing once a week with Stacey.  I loved it!!  She gave me excellent encouragement and came up with very creative work outs.  The other fantastic feature was the Boot Camp which I attended twice a week.  Great work out!!  It is very popular so lots of people attend, and it does tend to take up a lot of the space in the gym.  If I were there at that time trying to do my own work out on the weights, that might be frustrating, but the Boot Camp itself was phenomenal. More...

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26 September 2012

Very nice well-equiped clean gym with friendly staff. Only down side for me is that it is small and doesnt offer child care like some of the larger gyms so finding time to go is a struggle.  still worth the low monthly payment to keep the membership for now. More...

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14 July 2012

BEST GYM EVER.I was a former jock that is now way out of shape, so after may glowing reviews about Ben from friends and neighbors here in Martinez I went down to California Fitness to check it out. My husband and I met Ben and were at ease right away with his no nonsense friendly approach. We decided to join that day. Ben knew everyone that walked through the door and everyone that came in was so friendly! When you join you get a real 1 hour fitness assesment, not some here's this machine, heres that machine, here's where you get the towels shpeil. Stacey and Ben help you figure out exactly where you're fitness level is at and what you need to do to get to where you want to go. It was so effective I decided to sign up for personal training with Stacey and it's the best investment I could have made. She get's my heart rate going and kicks my butt for a full hour and I love it. Yes I feel like I'm going to die sometimes but that's what a good trainer is supposed to do! The rate is affordable, they are very professional and they know fitness like no one else. In fact when you sign up for training sessions you get the Saturday morning bootcamp for FREE! I lived in L.A. for 10 years the land of kick @ss hollywood elite trainers and I have to say Stacey and Ben are world class. Oh and I have to say this too, I am way out of shape, I have over 100 lbs to loose and am really self conscious. But the fit people are so nice and there is absolutley no attitude, they are really encouraging so it makes  for a very positive experience.  I LOVE California Fitness! More...

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20 June 2012

Hi California Fitness 247 and in particular Ben!I just read Sandra C's post and I'm sensing this lady is just an angry person in general.   Ben - I don't know you well as I'm a new member of your gym,  However, it was because of good references from members of your gym and meeting with you and understanding how your business works that I chose your gym over all of the others in the area.  Also, paying for one full year at sign up for me was and is a significant value.Since I joined California Fitness 247, my health and attitude about my health is at a level I was not expecting so soon after joining.  Ben and Stacy (Stacy I owe you an apology for messing up our appointment last week) thank your for your dedication to improving peoples health, bodies, minds and lives.Sincerely Barry (soon to be 30lb's lighter Barry). More...

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25 February 2012

A gym is a gym; most are business that thrive on people paying their membership and never show up. I joined Ca Fitness last year, paid for one year up front with the intent of renewing. I switched jobs and my new employer has an onsite gym, not as nice as Ca Fitness, but it's free and so I stopped going to Ca Fitness and all but forgot about it. Last week I got a bill for the renewal, two months etc. After several attempts to have the charges pulled by the billing vendor I posted a neg "review" here. I should have called Ben first. When Ben saw the review he called me and got it all fixed. He told me he is committed to running a facility that doesn't make it's money by billing people who don't use the facility and he showed me he really means it! Very ethical business and it's nice there are some out there... so this may be a typical gym, but it's run correctly and you can feel good knowing they aren't hoping you'll not show up and just pay,.. Ben actually hopes you'll be there, get healthy and brag to your friends about what a great place this is! More...

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15 December 2011

I used to belong to Snap Fitness when it was in this space. Went through 2 owners. The concept was, is, a neighborhood gym with 24/7 access. The security cameras and card access meant owners didn't have to be onsite, and they weren't. If you wanted to schedule time with a trainer there was a book on a desk with contact numbers. It was all very hands-off.I've been working out at CalFit since the middle of November. The difference between then and now is remarkable. I knew I wanted the added accountability working out with a personal trainer brings and have been working out with Ben for close to three weeks. I've worked with a personal trainer in the past when I belonged to the Bay Club in San Francisco. Completely different techniques and styles. Ben keeps my workouts fresh and new, we haven't duplicated a single routine. He is very enthusiastic and proding. I like working out with someone who pushes me. If you're looking for a great place to work out in the neighborhood, this is the place to be. And if you're looking for a loveable taskmaster, Ben's your guy. More...

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28 October 2011

This is the gym of all gyms!  For such a small investment each month, it's a bigger investment when you see the results.  Ben and Stacy are the best, they motivate, they cheer you on.  It's open 24/7 - every person there is there for one thing - to work out, get healthy!  Even when it's crowded, it's not crowded!  I love, love this gym.  I have memberships for me and my girls and it's the best investment I have ever made, truly!   Thank California Fitness 24-7! More...

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21 September 2011

The place is always clean. I have had memberships at Bally's and 24 hour fitness and I prefer this gym. Though the gym is small compared to the aforementioned, there is equipment for all types of workouts (free weight, machine weights, cardio, cross fit).

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16 September 2011

This gym is awesome! I hate big gyms where people go just to show up their bodies this is a gym where people go specific to do what they have to do work out and leave, I like that cause you always get to use the machies and everything is clean!

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18 August 2011

This is a great gym. Period. Nice clean equipment and great staff. I moved back to Martinez recently and within a month I had 6 different people (both family and friends) tell me that I should join this gym and I'm glad I did. Ben is a nice, easy going guy, but he is also able to provide the motivation I need to get in shape. When he says, "give me four more", I feel confident that I can do it and I feel great afterward. I am looking forward to getting in shape here! More...

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5 October 2010

This gym is unique, very different from other gyms I used to have memberships at.  Ben and the other personal trainers and staff are very friendly and are super duper knowledgeable.  They know what they are doing and you can tell they lead by example (they're all in extremely good shape).  They are also flexible with payment plans for membership fees - which are totally affordable. This gym is nice because for one thing, it's never crowded and I can always access whatever machine I need to get to even though there are a lot of members already!  Plus there are boot camps almost every single day of the week that are pretty intense, yet intimate.  The best part about it is that it is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week.Honestly, I never thought I'd get a personal trainer, but having Ben train me has been such a pleasure and a great reward to myself.  He is there to help you achieve your goals and he truly cares about all of his members, even if he isn't your personal trainer.  He wants you to work out and live healthier because it is benefiting YOU in the end, not him.  As my trainer he has pushed me to the limits and after every session I am literally DRENCHED in sweat and feel like I've been worked out to the max!  I do see results - I feel stronger, firmer and definitely more fit.  People actually have been complimenting how great my legs look!!! :)  Now I just need to get my abs in tact.  But seriously, I LOVE THIS GYM because it is CLEAN and I've seen Ben vacuuming and cleaning the weights and machines.  He takes really good care of this gym and its members.  He keeps me motivated and wanting to workout harder.  If you live in Martinez/Concord and you aren't working out at California Fitness 24-7, you're missing out!!! More...

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