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GOAT Fitness

17795 Sky Park Circle, Irvine, CA, USA

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‘21 Certificate of Excellence, 2021

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Everyone has a different idea of what Fitness means to them. Maybe it's aesthetic, maybe it's performance, or maybe it's just health & wellness. Whatever your goals may be it is sometimes hard with all the misinformation on the internet and social media to know where to start or what the most efficient process is.

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25 March 2024

Small personal training gym with trainers and good equipment. Never crowded. Always bumping good music. Been working with Misael for a while. He's very encouraging and invested in your success and performance both in the gym and as a person. More...

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11 November 2023

Absolutely life-changing experience with Goat Fitness! Trainer Alex is nothing short of a miracle worker. His dedication, expertise, and unwavering support played a pivotal role in my weight loss/bodybuilding journey. I've shed over 30 lbs and have never felt or looked better. Alex's approach is holistic, ensuring not just physical transformation but also fostering a positive mindset. If you're seeking real, sustainable results, look no further than Goat Fitness and the magic touch of Alex. I'm super grateful I have approached this private training gym beginning of the year! Highly recommended! More...

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13 October 2023

Absolutely life-changing experience with Goat Fitness! Trainer Alex is nothing short of a miracle worker. His dedication, expertise, and unwavering support played a pivotal role in my weight loss/bodybuilding journey. I've shed over 30 lbs and have never felt or looked better. Alex's approach is holistic, ensuring not just physical transformation but also fostering a positive mindset. If you're seeking real, sustainable results, look no further than Goat Fitness and the magic touch of Alex. I'm super grateful I have approached this private training gym beginning of the year! Highly recommended! More...

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12 October 2023

Excellent gym, Expert trainers, and complete strength equipment! Absolutely recommend!

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8 October 2023

My favorite gym to train at in OC. State of the art strength equipment, uplifting atmosphere, and super knowledgeable owner and coaches. No bs gym, best place to train for real results More...

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8 October 2023

Excellent gym, Expert trainers, and complete strength equipment! Absolutely recommend!

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26 August 2023

Best decision I have ever made to get trained here! Learned so much about how to build my muscles, eat better,and improve my overall fitness! Thank you coach John for changing my life! More...

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25 August 2023

Very competent and friendly staff! Jon, Keith and Emily are great!

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27 June 2023

Jon is the best personal trainer I've ever had! I've trained with him for almost two years, and he has taken my workout to the next level. Jon considers both the goal of the client (bodybuilding, power/strength building, weight loss, athletic performance) and the personal characteristics of the client's anatomy to devise the perfect program for each individual. He's energetic, funny, and truly loves his job and is passionate about his clients' progress. Thanks to Jon, I grew to actually enjoy working out, and I looked forward to every session. Also, with Jon, I was able to repeatedly break my PR for major compound exercises. Jon is the real GOAT! More...

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25 June 2023

Best place to workout in Southern California. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. Great equipment and plenty of space to get it done.

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2 May 2023

Jon is a top lad. Great equipment, great people, and big gains 10/10.

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18 April 2023

Staff is super friendly and the gym is very well maintained and has everything needed for a great workout!

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3 April 2023

Jon is a legend! Cool people, solid equipment, and ungodly earth shattering gains!!!!

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2 March 2023

Looking to find out more about this place!

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2 January 2023

I’ve worked out at GOAT for about 2 years. I first came in as a student athlete of age 13 (fencer) barely able to do a trap bar lift with just the bar. Since then, my athleticism tripled, and I can squat 165 lb for 4 reps, and bench 135 lb. GOAT was also a significant contributor to my national fencing medal last year. I’ve also trained with 5 different coaches, all of them personable and kind, ready to meet a client at any level. I would highly recommend the gym for anyone looking to up their game! More...

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2 January 2023

Josh is cool. Throughout my whole life, I struggled to isolate my chest in chest exercises such as benchpress and pushups. If it hadn't been for Josh, I would have missed out on the potential gains I could have got. I'm so happy! More...

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14 November 2022

Driving by goat you would never expect the amount of personality that is packed into this place. The gym is full of equipment for all styles of exercise and goals you have currently or set for yourself in the future. Not only that but the community at Goat is by far the best I have ever seen. The owner, John, not only is he welcoming and supportive of all gym members, those with coaches and those just simply there for an open gym, but he lives his mantra, Passion Breeds Success, its hard to not get motivated when in his presence and his hand selected coaches. I have had the pleasure of learning from and witnessing 3 coaches at Goat, Keith a bodybuilder with evolved knowledge from years of practice, Ciara a coach that has excellent communication with her clients to educate and adapt training to best suit them, and lastly Joshua, a multifaceted individual who brings all he knows to the table, wrapped in a package of humor. John himself has also educated me on ways to further better myself, overall in the gym and towards hyper specific goals that I had. Sadly, I must say this... my words do no justice to GOAT Fitness, go their and witness for yourself why GOAT is the Greatest of All Time. More...

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2 November 2022

This is the GOAT of gyms. The comradery, the equipment, the owner, the dog. Everything is right here. Don't think twice. Just come.

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2 October 2022

I work out there with my trainer. Nice clientele. Good equipment in good condition. This is a no frills gym. Just solid, hard work. It's fantastic!

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20 July 2022

This is THE gym you have to sign in while in Orange County. The staff is AWESOME ! Thank you Jon! There's everything you need; never crowded. easy to park and lots of room! I'll definitely train there as soon as I come back to SoCal. More...

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16 July 2022

Awesome crew! Always helpful with a smile. Thanks GOAT!

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18 June 2022

I’m hoping to get back and soon. Goat fitness is the best for seniors. My muscle mass improved tremendously. This place is the best!

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11 June 2022

Everything is 100% authentic he is very helpful and answers any questions about online trading I just made my 5th withdrawal and it is absolutely stunning in a great condition! Wonderful customer service! His customer service is beyond expectations! Contact him via: Email:ethanpayne700@gmail.com WhatsApp:+1 (256) 215-1536 More...

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2 June 2022

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2 June 2022

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2 June 2022

Easily my favorite gym. Location, People and Equipment are all high quality and fits a classic theme. It stirs my athletic soul. My worries are left at the door.

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2 June 2022

Really impressed with the passion the trainers show here. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended.

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18 May 2022

Came across Goat Fitness towards the end of last year after searching for a private gym for a few months. I had a consultation with Josh and at the end couldn't wait to get started. After doing Pilates for a few years I wasn't seeing the results I wanted to but now working with Josh for about half a year - I am!  The environment is extremely welcoming and all the trainers are very knowledgeable/willing to help at anytime. I love the fact it's never super crowded and don't have to wait for equipment to free up. Josh has been great at always switching up the workouts, demonstrating each exercise to ensure I'm doing it correctly, and keeping me motivated. Looking forward to more training sessions! More...

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19 April 2022

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Awesome gym!! Really enjoyed working with Keith. He's super knowledgeable and experienced, understood my goals precisely and gave me some great tips on getting my journey started.

23 March 2022

I was visiting from out of town for work and needed to continue strength training. GOAT was such a great experience.

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3 February 2022

Best private gym around! They are amazing with personal training. The atmosphere is extremely inviting, no one makes you feel uncomfortable. Great equipment, and if you don't know how to use something, someone is there to show you. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to get their fitness on! More...

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29 December 2021

I've never really worked out before and was very nervous to start working out. When I think about the gym and personal trainers- I just automatically envision someone yelling at me. So, finding a friendly, non-intimidating gym was important to me. I've contacted several other gyms and their personal trainers and Goat Fitness was the only place that made me feel comfortable enough to commit. My personal trainer, Ciara is very attentive, friendly and sweet. I 100% recommend her, this gym and their staff to anyone who wants to start working out! Another perk is they also have a cutie patootie dog :) More...

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17 December 2021

When I decided to pursue a career in law enforcement, I was short on time and woefully out of shape. I had mere months to transform into someone capable of surviving the physical and disciplinary requirements necessary for the police academy. The trainers at GOAT fitness were super friendly and made me feel comfortable in the gym for the first time. Coach Jon and the other trainers were incredibly knowledgeable, resourceful, flexible and supportive. They provided a level of pressure and positive motivation so that we were always making progress and never just going through the motions. Never once did I feel bullied or spoken down to, which was important because I don't really respond to negative reinforcement. They understood my motivation was internal and they fed into that to help me push myself harder. For the first time in my life, working out became a fun and enjoyable activity that I would actually look forward to each day!I can't recommend this place enough. Good luck to everyone out there, wherever you may be on your personal fitness journey. GOAT Fitness will definitely help you get there, and you'll have a bit of fun along the way : ) More...

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11 November 2021

I would recommend this gym to anyone looking for coaching or general instruction. I had a couple of training sessions with Josh and he was extremely helpful at showing me better form and new movements to add to my workouts. Plus the workers and atmosphere are pretty laid back and easygoing. More...

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7 October 2021

Coming to this gym was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I began with getting personal training sessions. Kevin and Ciara were very personable and did a great job challenging me with my workout. Currently, I pay for an open gym membership. This place has a plethora of high quality equipment, so it's very easy to integrate a wide range of exercises. All of the trainers are very knowledgeable. Jon, Keith, and Josh frequently help me and give me tips on not only my form and technique, but also ways I can tweak my diet and monitor my progress outside the gym.I showed up as a newbie about 8 months ago. Already I've noticed so much improvement in my confidence, posture, appearance, and overall energy. The environment from the trainers and other clients is wonderful, and this has become a place that I've happily looked forward to visiting multiple times a week. :) More...

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3 October 2021

Just moved here a few weeks ago and have been looking for a gym. I stumbled upon GOAT fitness via groupon and was lucky enough to try out my sessions with several trainers- Jon, Josh, and Keith. I previously have worked with both physiotherapists and personal trainers on specific recovery and training goals and the GOAT trainers were excellent in helping me to continue on working on these goals. It's clear that they are all there because they truly love fitness! In addition to the trainers, I also really enjoy the gym itself. It's well equipped and feels like the home-gym-i-wish-i-could-afford-to-buy. It's definitely for those who prefer the more private boutique-style gyms than the large gym chains. In terms of membership options, I love the flexibility and no-contract options as it allows me to add on GOAT training in addition to my other fitness class workouts. Rook the pup is also there helping out sometimes, so give her some pets if you see her :) More...

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20 September 2021

Been with our trainer Josh for fast-approaching two months now. He's been great, always prepared with our workouts (switching it up constantly so we don't get complacent) which are quickly helping my gf and I reach our goals. The gym itself has a great atmosphere and everyone is friendly and focused. Overall extremely happy with our decision here and look forward to keeping up the work! More...

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20 September 2021

I have tried many diets and gyms throughout my years on the planet and in the end, the results can be attributed to the trainer, the training, and me.  Well, I have finally found a gym and a trainer who I both enjoy and that's G.O.A.T. Fitness and Joshua P.  Now truth be told when I heard the name I thought - "here we go, a bunch of millennials who will be pumped on power drinks, steroids, and egos - running around outside or in a parking lot with all kinds of weights and contraptions, yelling at each other for motivation and not understanding or caring that I am no longer 20" which was not what I was looking for.  Luckily, for me - I was totally WRONG.  The GOAT crew and Joshua are very welcoming and highly trained.  I don't feel pressured in any way, I am feeling stronger and even with bad knees, I want to give it my all when I come to the gym two days a week. I have even made a small gym in my apt so I can dedicate 15 to 30 minutes a day to a better way of life. I am grateful that Joshua gets me and wants to help me achieve my goals - which are to be healthy, strong, toned, and more energetic. I get ALL of that at GOAT Fitness. So whether you are in high school, an athlete, or a boss 60-year-old like me, come down and get it in with Jon and Joshua, and who knows you might hear me cheering you on! Peace & Blessings. More...

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8 September 2021

I love this gym! Been coming here for a while and the community is great! Always encouraging and helping me out with my form and happy to answer any questions I have. Sometimes I don't even know what I want to do and they are more than willing to give me a quick workout that I can do. More...

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26 July 2021

This place is awesome! Found it through Groupon and signed up for 5 sessions with Jon. He took the time to carefully coordinate a workout plan that is tailored to me and my goals. He also spent time on educating me on the importance of nutrition, which was very helpful. He's a really nice, knowledgeable and encouraging trainer. I signed up for 20 more sessions with Emily and Jon and it's been a great experience! Highly recommend! More...

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20 June 2021

Amazing staff that really knows how to cater training to each persons specific needs.  I had low back, hip, and shoulder injuries in the past and have always been afraid to get injured again.  These guys have a simple yet detailed regime to get my back to where I wanted to be.  Their personal training is hyper focused on technique and not just muscling up weight.  Jon and Keith are your go to trainers for whatever fitness goals you have. More...

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12 June 2021

I'm going to GOAT as early as 6am before I go to work and this routine had changed my life and my thinking. I like the individual attention being given to me as a sports enthusiast. And Jon is not an ordinary trainer, he is my life coach, a very positive person. I am closer to my goal in each visit. Thanks GOAT Fitness! More...

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8 May 2021

With COVID-19, I kinda let myself go. Who am I kidding...I really let myself go. Then 2021, life starts to look normal again but then you start to look at things differently through post-COVID eyes. Instead of heading back to the big corporate/faceless gyms, I wanted to find a REAL, locally-owned gym with serious clientele who are there for results. G.O.A.T. is what I was looking for. It's like a family...everyone is nice and it is incredibly motivating when you're working out with people who actually came to work out. No mirrors (for the posers), but they have everything else you need to get back to the absolute best shape of your life. I promise you'll love it. More...

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30 April 2021

Been looking for a new gym as I just moved to the area and loved this place! Was super clean, staff was great and friendly, the other members were just as great too. It's got all you need for a strength training program and their trainers know what they are doing. They have different membership options just let them know what you are looking for. I went Friday afternoon and volume was low. It's a no BS kind of gym, which is what i was looking for. I was an athlete my whole life and worked years in the gym scene and can't wait to get back into lifting after a few months off. This place definitely motivates me to get back to where I was before.Plenty of barbells and equipment - and great quality as well (rogue)! - platforms, bumper plates, anything you can imagine you would need to hit your goals, this is the spot.I'm going back for a morning workout to check out the volume but most likely will make this my gym home More...

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26 April 2021

Jon was our trainer and the owner at GOAT! He is very knowledgeable and patient! We would definitely recommend him and his staff to kick start your fitness goals! You will love it there!

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26 April 2021

My friend and I had train with Jon a few times, and all I can say is everyone there is awesome! Jon was a great trainer, actually paid attention to every movement you made in the workout. Loved the workouts and the team they have there! Definitely will be working out there more! More...

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25 April 2021

Visited GOAT Fitness for the first time this weekend while traveling. My fiancée and I were looking for a gym that had more equipment than our typical hotel setup. Luckily this was less than 5 mins from our hotel and close to the John Wayne airport. Jon, who greeted us at the door at 7am Sat, was very welcoming. He efficiently signed us up with the one day drop-in gym waivers in the first 5 mins and we were able to start our workout within 10 mins of arriving. We will definitely come back to visit GOAT for their atmosphere and equipment. Thanks for taking care of us and hope to see you soon! More...

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20 April 2021

Everyone was super friendly!  All the trainers were fun and nice.  Jonathan was amazing.  Overall I had a great experience at the gym.  It was clean and private and Jonathan made sure you felt comfortable.  I had a personal Trainer named Lindsay and she was super cool and made sure you did your work outs correctly.  You can easily hurt yourself while working out, which is why technique is crucial!  Overall, this gym and the trainers really know how to whip you in good physical shape. Would recommend. More...

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30 March 2021

Grateful to call GOAT Fitness home.  Jon Sheppard is phenomenally gifted at understanding where you are at and structuring workouts specifically for you that allow you to build strength and reach your true potential.  I make my GOAT workouts a priority as they greatly improve my energy, mindset and quality of life.Thank you Jon for being a positive influence in my life.P.S. The new iso lateral leg press is AWESOME! More...

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29 March 2021

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GOAT Fitness keeps clients motivated by showing them results. Once a client starts seeing their body change for the better it becomes easy to keep them motivated. GOAT Fitness caters to the people that are truly ready for a change and just need the knowledge and instruction to get there

The secret to the body of your dreams is knowledge and dedication, after that it comes down to 3 things: Nutrition, Training, and Consistency. We give you the knowledge of nutrition specifically for your body type, we give you knowledge of training specifically for your personal goals, and our dedication mixed with your dedication provides the consistency needed to get the body of your dreams.

Many of our trainers say the same thing, that they wish they new then what they know now about training when they first started because they would not have wasted so much time on non-optimal training and nutrition. We are here to help you get the body of your dreams the most efficient way possible.

GOAT Fitness's motto is "Passion Breeds Success." This job is our passion and the proof is in the results. We love being strong and living a healthy life. Our trainers give 100% dedication to each individual training client because we want to share our secret to a healthy and positive life. #fitlife

GOAT Fitness was started by Jon Sheppard (Owner & Coach) when he was finally tired of the fitness industry lying to the consumer and promising them FAST results and not believing they are capable of working hard. Nothing in life worth anything is easy, but the things we EARN are that much sweeter

GOAT Fitness is a business built from passion. We love teaching people the secret to a successful training program because we know it could change their life for the better like it did for us. We are a private facility for trainers and clients only so you don't have to deal with a crowded gym. We are a family owned business so the vibe here is more of a community than a corporate setting and we will go out of our way to help you reach your goals and feel comfortable. If your goals are to get really strong, lose fat, or build crazy amounts of muscle, then we promise GOAT Fitness is the place for you. (P.S. we have a gym dog;)

Services

GOAT Fitness trainers are dedicated to getting you results. With the 1 on 1 sessions you get the trainers undivided attention and expertise. Our trainers provide program design and implementation, nutrition counseling with meal plans, and body composition testing and progress tracking. This is what we love and the proof is in the results.

The semi private personal training has all the best parts of the 1 on 1 training but with a reduced price for bringing a friend. Utilize the trainers knowledge with a workout partner to boot. They say two heads are better than one, but all we see is more sweat.

Open Gym access !