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December 2023 by Roxanne Clement-Rorick
Great people, awesome gym
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November 2023 by Harri Sier
Great gym, very friendly staff and experience
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November 2023 by Ginger Ogle
Lovely small gym with a diverse clientele and all the equipment you need.
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August 2023 by annemarie
Really great team here at Strong Island Fitness. They truly care about their clients and create a family-like atmosphere. For example, during my consultation session I was intro’d to another woman by name who was there for the first time.Highly recommend Julian as a Personal Trainer!!! He is thorough, compassionate and understands the body (he has a degree in kinesthesiology). He properly warms up his clients and talks them through the right way to do the exercises. He varies up the sessions so your body will get a good workout. Plus, he can talk and keep count - ha!Love the people and vibe here and highly recommend Strong Island Fitness for Personal Training as well as group classes.
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January 2022 by L SO
I've been a Strong Island customer for years upon years now. If it wasn't for Rick, I would not be in the great shape I am in. He changed me from a lazy senior who hated exercise to a healthy, strong person who likes to walk, exercise, travel and dive. He has helped me overcome a broken shoulder and two knee surgeries. I am so grateful to him!
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July 2021 by Jake C.
Rick (the owner @ Strong Island ) is an impressive individual (Smart, honest, kind). I noticed that his doors had reopened post COVID, so I decided to stop in and tour the facility. The gym is perfect. Well equipped, and no nonsense. I was born and raised just a couple of blocks away from here (back when Velo Sports used to operate out of the address). The North Berkeley neighborhood is seriously benefited by having this establishment in it. Five Stars!
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January 2020 by Richard C.
What an incredible place. The trainers have shown me lots of ways to work out that are different (and probably better) than what I've learned in the past. They are very welcoming to all sizes, shapes and ages as well. Rick, the owner should start a side gig teaching other small businesses how to hire good people. Everyone that works there is incredibly friendly and seem well schooled in how to do personal training.
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September 2019 by Daniel And Shawna B.
Great, attentive personal service from knowledgeable personnel delivered with warmth and compassion. No pressure, just a lot of hard work in a friendly environment.
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September 2019 by Lindsay Hills
This gym is extremely clean and the vibe is extremely positive!! I highly recommend this gym if you are looking for a top level facility with top level trainers.
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September 2019 by Mamie L.
Update: Since my last review, still highly recommend SIF for personal training as well as small exercise classes. I like the owners, trainers, small local facility. Mellow vibe there for seniors. Owners select nice and knowledgeable trainers. The owners' dog is also cute - Gannon!
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August 2019 by Jesse G.
It's a nice facility with a nice location and really great staff. Really appreciate the relaxed ambiance. Definitely recommending it to my friends!
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July 2019 by Amy M.
I love Strong Island. Rick and Felicia are amazing. My trainer Molly has helped me so much. It's like a cross between going to the gym and visiting your favorite neighborhood hangout where everyone knows your name. It's the best.
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June 2019 by Cynthia M.
Strong Island has great people, thanks to the superb leadership skills of Rick and Felicia, and the personal training is always excellent, tailored specifically to your needs. I love it!
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June 2019 by Scott C.
Why did I give you a 10/10? Because you wouldn't let me put 11. Strong Island is indeed an island of positivity, encouragement and accountability.
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April 2019 by Lee H
Been a client for over two years and my trainer Carolina is the best. Strong Island is a personal training studio, not a monthly fee gym; as long as you have a session with your personal trainer, you can use the facilities as much as you want that week. Rick, the owner, is fantastic: he knows everyone's name, and the gym feels like a cozy little community. No bait and switch, no upselling, just lovely people helping you attain your fitness goals.
