First Step Fitness

I worked out at FSF for 2 years, and despite 2 injuries (not related to my workouts there — broke my arm playing football and jacked my neck) I really saw some great gains. I’m in my mid 40s and I hadn’t felt that good since I was in my early 20s. I didn’t gain as much as I’d wanted to but I still put on 12 pounds of lean muscle and improved my agility, strength, confidence and overall health (cholesterol dropped, my resting heart rate is great, blood work all improved). All of the trainers are invested in helping you improve. I’m bummed that I’m moving and not able to continue with FSF — they were great. I can’t recommend them enough!

Mike and Amanda are amazing, trainers are skilled and enthusiastic, and the gym has a true family atmosphere to it. If you are looking to get away from the commercial gyms then you will feel right at home here

The owners are helpful and strive to help you reach your goals, the trainers are great, nice facility. But very expensive for what you get. You can get the same thing for less than half the price at other similar gyms. Make sure you are willing to spend $ 250.00 per month, with a one year contract and no cancellation policy if you are not happy or no longer wish to go. You will be stuck paying the full amount of the contract ($ 3000.00)

The trainers are amazing. They motivate you and give you advise when you need it whether it is about nutrition, working out or any other questions you have. They never rush and make you feel like you’re part of the team/​family. They go above and beyond for you.

Best workout ever!!! It is different every time and keeps me interested and on my toes. Mike is awesome and is very patient with beginners. It is hard sticking to a workout but Mike and his team make it fun and get you coming back. I would recommend this gym to anyone looking to start a new routine.

They set up a class in a park in Seal Beach across from where people actually live, thinking this was a clever idea. They were loud, arrogant, and intrusive and had no permit. They blocked the sidewalk on an otherwise nice day where everyone had to avoid them. They parked in front of people’s driveways. Everyone else who has a function in that park gets a permit, but the hubris of these people was such that they they were above that, or they’re not smart. Clueless or rude; take your pick. If they now apply for a permit, the neighbors will object. Congratulations Hans and Franz.

Fantastic trainers with a breadth of knowledge to help any person of any fitness level. They always put the individual first and really focus on both a personal fitness plan and a personal relationship with anyone going to the gym. They will get you ripped and put a smile on your face.

I was a member of First Step Fitness for over year and enjoyed every minute of my time there. Mike, Amanda, and their staff had me in the best shape of my life. The workouts were challenging, intense, and fun. You can definitely get whatever you want out of there system. The harder you work here the greater the rewards will be. My only regret was I couldn’t continue to go because of the price.

Update: I’m now going on my 2^nd month at FSF. This program pushes me every workout with variety and intensity. The trainers are engaging and genuinely wants to see me succeed. The gym is always clean and the towel service is an added bonus. I highly recommend this gym to anyone that would like to start or challenge their personal health and fitness goals. TEAM!

I have been going to FSF almost a year now. This was the kind of gym I was looking for, having a personal trainer at every workout in a TEAM setting. The owners Mike and Amanda are great and so is my trainer Vishal. Everyday, every month you do a different set of workouts that really challenges not only your body but your mind.
I highly highly recommend this gym.

Challenging, team centered, friendly, convenient, always evolving. These are just a few reasons why i signed up and continue to train with these guys. There is rarely a workout that i don’t feel like the trainers are pushing me to get stronger, faster, which i like. Whenever i enter this gym, I’m always drawn to quote on the wall that reads, come here with an unrelenting sense of urgency. Let’s go.

First step fitness is not your typical gym. The staff is really invested in your success and in your growth. They take a person approach to training and one on one coaching. Great gym!!!

After having to take a year off due to work, I’m back and more excited than ever! The FSF team welcomed me with open arms and didn’t waste any time challenging me and my muscles. I love the workouts and enjoy the small group atmosphere. If I could give this place 100 stars, I would :)

This review is long over due ! I am extremely picky with just about everything. I have joined multiply gyms and fitness studios and nothing has really stuck with me until now ! Mike and Amanda own the studio and put so much dedication and heart into the studio you feel more like a family member than a client. Work outs typically become very redundant for me so I get bored easily. They mix up the group classes so its fun and challenging. (the best part is I can see my body transforming before bathing suit season). First Step fitness has become more than just a gym for me it’s a life style.

I’ve been a FSF member now for 4 years and I have to say that it is an honor to call this gym home. The staff is second to none. They are engaging, caring and challenging. And, they are dedicated to helping you reach whatever your personal fitness goals are. The gym is always clean; the atmosphere is always energetic; and, the workouts are diverse and wide ranging. I even recently signed my 15 yr old son up for their fitness academy so now we get to work out together and share the First Step experience!!!

This gym has completely changed my life!!! They are always researching/​up to date on the science of fitness. In 8 months I have dropped lbs and sizes well beyond what I thought possible, but more importantly I have a new perspective on how to live my life on a healthy way, and have permanently changed in a maintainable and realistic way. I was skeptical on the price at first but now feel like I am getting an amazing deal, the benefits are so much more than you pay for. I am coming from an almost completely sedentary lifestyle, and now I am a gym rat. They hit that fine line of motivation without annoying you. The personal attention and availability of both the owners and trainers is unmatched. If you are looking for a quick fix don’t bother, they are about soooooo much more than that. Don’t miss out! It’s a new year, and if you want a new you, this is the gym to make it happen! No joke. I love them forever. Can’t wait to see how I improve this year.

Mike and Amanda really care about your workout and making sure you get a focused workout. Their facilities are clean and new. Their goal is to give you a whole body workout and do it healthily. Mike, Amanda, and the whole staff make sure your workout is right for you. They also have tegu own line of supplements to get you going in the right direction. I totally recommend them to all my friends.

I’ve waited a good 4 solid months to write a review but feel I have enough experience with FSF to write a review. It really takes a certain type of person with enough determination, passion and commitment to enroll in a fitness program that’s not typical run of the mill gym like a 24hour or LA Fitness. Joining FSF was my step towards a stronger, healthier life of fitness without being in a lonely, boring gym with ineffective workouts without proper form and consistency. I mean you get what you pay for when you pay $ 24 a month and workout by yourself just saying…
But with personal group training, fitness life is a whole new world. I was put on a somewhat set schedule for 1hour workouts about 4 – 5 times a week. This scheduled got my body used to waking up early and being accountable for my workouts because my trainers were counting on me to be there and I’m paying more for it. I liked the incentive to workout that I needed. FSF group training is amazing for that person who needs the push and motivation to get off the couch and do something productive for your health. I’m telling you, I used to spend around 90-​mins to 3 hours in the gym by myself using machines wrong and being alone listening to mindless music trying to figure out what in the world to do next.
FSF takes all that time wasting away. You literally walk in, warm up and get to work with your small group and trainer to music played throughout the gym. Everyone is in the same boat as you and all motivated to work hard for that one hour of intense cardio/​weight training with no machines! I have a lot of alignment problems from poor usage of gym equipment. FSF is helping me with all those problems I didn’t even know I had before. I’m done with the workout sooooo quick, the time flies and your out and home already within just about an hour. I LOVE that. I’m all about time saving. Its a full body workout the whole time so nothing gets left out and you can be assured you had the ultimate workout each time.
They take measurements of you every month, have on site chiropractor, alkaline water, set up nutrition plans and answer ANY questions you may have about health, nutrition, fitness, cooking and LIFE. Literally MIke the owner gives me so much advice on life while we train. I appreciate it so much because his expertise about how to run a company and that’s something you would not get at most gyms.
They host a few events each month! I just got back from their Vegan workshop which was literally life changing. They taught us about a variety of different diets, recipes, gave a cooking lesson and we all enjoyed a 3-​course meal. It was insane I couldn’t believe the amount of preparation and quality of the workshop. The next day we all went on a Trolley Ride around the Pacific Coast from Long beach to work out in different locations on beaches. Ridiculously cool, considering most people dread working out. this was a whole other level of fun. My sister was like «this is your gym? this is so wild this is soooo cool» lol. She was shocked how fun fitness can be.
The team is really genuine, you can feel their passion and care for their clients. They stay with me after hours just to talk about my concerns and they really care about being helpful for all areas of my life. It makes you feel special and taken care of. I feel bad for asking so many questions so much, but the trainer Erika said I was one of her inspirations for her Vegan workshops!!! I thought that was
so cool that she took all my concerns to heart and formulated this entire nutrition course for a raw diet for me and others like me. Honestly so amazing. She also hears me when I request certain workouts and she constructs the training around requests. I can’t rave about that enough because she pushes me to practice so many things i have a concern with and I’m getting better everyday.
oh and dont under estimate the well rounded workouts either! They have yoga and kickbox training which are two things I always wanted to get good at. I took some progress pics recently and I saw new muscles and cuts in most every area of my body and so glad I took the «first step».lol had to
As for people posting negative comments about this place, they seem to be people who tried and gave up, didn’t stick with it or take the time to understand the system and left with something negative to say because they are negative themselves. Fitness is a choice and lifestyle rather than an investment. I think the price is ridiculously reasonable. I get around 30 – 35 workouts a month with a personal trainer for an hour and counseling, events and alkaline water upon every visit. if you value ur health you would think the price is a STEAL, if you think its overpriced you probably have different priorities in life. The ROI is insane considering how awesome you feel and look and plus you just become a happier more positive person working with a team on your health! Srry 4 the long post but i hope it helps!

Good trainers very friendly.. schedule is some what ok. I paid a nice chunk of change for 1 month… and l wanted to keep going but I did not want to be locked in for an entire year and be expected to pay it all. I only wanted a few months with a trainer but since their month to month price is ridiculous I had to stop going. The month to month is not worth the price, but if you can commit to a year with them it is reasonable. So 3 star is mainly for cost and they could use another restroom or a mini locker room for people who have 2 come straight from work… and my food plan from my nutritionist was written on a torn piece of paper… a bit unprofessional on that side considering what I paid.

I’m a plus size lady who has joined 24 Hour Fitness twice. I joined Curves twice. Nothing stuck. They were boring and lacked any inspiration whatsoever. So I called Mike at FSF and explained I had a lot of weight to lose and would I fit in. I was so fearful about joining a «real» gym at my size. I not only fit in, I LOVE it! I’m not at the point where the other athletes are but there are accommodation moves to do instead and work the same areas, and the trainers are great at motivating and encouraging. I am doing things here I never thought I could do in a million years. And having fun.
It’s no mystery that your only as good as the efforts you put into something. Your food and fitness are 100% your choice and that is hard. We all want the easy way if the journey looks tough. If you want to begin making changes FSF will meet you at your level and help you reach where you want to be. Their TEAM approach to training is well thought out with planned workouts and personal attention each step of the way. With some laughs thrown in for good measure. Can’t not mention the music… they played the Ting Tings the other day. Woot! Excellent sounds to work out by.
So…check out the videos on their site and be inspired!!! Mike and Amanda have created a wonderful space with lots of care and knowledge. Good luck on your journey as I continue mine.