Golden State Fitness & Performance

Having been a member of this gym for over two years, I can tell you unequivocally that Dave and his staff are top notch trainers with their clients’ best interest at heart. The workout programs are individually tailored to each client. Weaknesses are assessed and addressed. Focus is on overall progress, combining strength, endurance, and safety. Core strength is key, as it is the basis for building overall strength. All of the trainers seem to have excellent knowledge of physiology. My personal trainer was J.T., and she rocks! But I have seen all of the trainers in action, and they are all great! This is NOT your typical gym. This is where you want to be if you are serious about improving your body and your health.

This is an update to my previous review. Dave the owner from Golden State Fitness personally called me to apologize and offered to personally work with me on my assessment and training program. I met with him today and he spent well over an hour with me listening to my concerns (bad knees) and objectives plus my evaluation. He again apologized and worked to make it right. I am very impressed with his business ethic and knowledge of fitness and injury. Very happy he called and happy I gave it a second chance.

I just completed my 14^th session at Golden State and couldn’t be more happy with the place I decided to workout.
I am a member of USA National Cycling Team aiming at the 2016 Olympics, and was in search of gym to help me in my strength and conditioning for the upcoming 18 months. I approached the owner Dave Bolduc this Spring and was immediately impressed by the outstanding facility, program, and staff that he has setup. I was immediately confident that this was the place I wanted to be to guide me in the right direction.
GSFP starts every client with a functional movement screening and then establishes exercises to work on imbalances. As a cyclist, I had a number of imbalances, and over the past five weeks, my trainers have done an outstanding job designing a strength and conditioning programming to correct my muscle imbalances and improper movement technique. I have been working with Danny and JT and am so impressed with their knowledge, approachability, and ability to breakdown exercises to make sure the proper technique is being utilized. They are both outstanding and true leader’s in the fitness field. Every session has built on the last, and I have been seeing consistent improvements in my technique and movement patterns. Honestly, I have been extremely surprised by the amount of gains I have made in less than 15 sessions. These two fantastic trainers have helped me down a path of correcting years of poor posture and «turned off» muscle groups. I have been amazed to see my movement patterns improve and strength gained in areas I have been traditionally weak. These have most definitely translated to the bike, and I have never been so optimistic about the possible gains I can make in the next year.
I am so excited to be working with such a fantastic team. As an endurance athlete, sometimes in the past I have been a bit afraid of the gym — that I am going to injure myself or do something stupid, and as such, have shied away from it. Now, I can see what a huge mistake that has been, and how that all endurance athletes really need more gym work to improve upon base fitness and movement patterns. It is great being able to walk into the gym everyday, and have no fears of possible injury, as the trainers are such topnotch, that no one would let me compromise exercise form, and do something stupid to injure myself. It is such a huge sigh of relief to be working out a facility that puts form and function first, so you can be sure to be learning things properly. Having so much confidence in the training has really let me focus on improving my strength, without any worries.
I have been to a lot of gyms in my years, and all I can say is that this place is different. It is a great community. People of all fitness levels are there — working out together — and everyone feels comfortable, supported, and ready to give it their all. I love it that there is no intimidation in the gym, and that there is a real sense of community. Everyone wants to see everyone succeed — and that is an awesome environment to workout in. This is a place you look forward to going to — to see improvements in your strength and conditioning, and see others meet their goals as well.
I cannot recommend this place more. The trainers are all amazing, have such a wide knowledge base, and are extraordinarily perceptive to individual clients’ movement patterns. The gym is so well equipped with all the latest fitness equipment that is needed to get you to where you want to be. I am really excited to have found this place!

You are probably reading this because you, like me, are looking for a gym to help you make changes in your life. You are ready to make changes but are not really sure to start. You may also be a member at a gym but are not getting the results you were hoping for nor the attention that was promised to you. If you are looking for a gym that listens to your needs, helps you establish and reach goals, helps to improve your overall physical fitness, and makes you feel like you are part of a family then look no further because Golden State Fitness & Performance (GSFP) is the place for you!
I am in my mid forties and was in «decent» physical shape (or so I thought) when I went to Unilocal in hopes of finding a new gym last year. I had been a member at a big chain gym before. It was one of the gyms that have a bunch of machines and folks reading books or watching televesion on the treadmill. I would roam from machine to machine trying to look like I knew what I was doing. My atendance lasted about four months when I never saw the results I was hoping for. I have also been a member at a gym that offered group workouts with a variety of exercises which were great. I saw results but the classes were very large for one instructor to give proper attention to form and technique for every client. I did not feel like I was getting the attention that came with my emebership. I was in need of change and read the reviews of GSFP and had to find out for myself if everything that was being written was true so I made an appointment for a consultation.
Dave Bolduc and his staff are top notch fitness professionals that pay attention to you and help you achieve your goals. The entire staff knows how the body works and can tell when something is «off» or not working. They make sure that your form and technique are correct at all times. Whether it be a private/​semi-​private coaching session, group workout, or a solo workout there is someone watching you to mke sure your form is correct and you are not going to hurt yourself. Dave listens to your goals and works with his trainers to establish a workout program that helps you achieve them. I never feel like I am «lost» when I am at GSFP.
The group workouts are great because folks, from every fitness level, can work together and benefit form the same workout. The class sizes are manageable making it easier for the trainer to supervise the class making sure that everyone gets the attention they deserve. Most of the members are professionals with busy lives and challenging schedules who make the time to put in the work to take care of themselves. Note– The six am group classes are the most fun that I have ever had while getting my butt kicked.
I found that the other Unilocal reviews were all true. I think you owe it to yourself to come in and check it out for yourself. If you are ready to make changes, do the work, and feel like a million bucks then do yourself a favor and give Dave a call today. My life has changed for the better since I joined GSFP and am pretty sure that yours can too… if YOU want it to!

I tried the introductory offer and did some group fitness classes. The vibe of the gym and knowledge of the trainers is second to none. I highly recommend!

I have been training at Golden State Fitness and Performance for 5 months now. I have lost over 30 lbs of fat and 20 inches! They helped me train for the Nike Women’s ½ Marathon in San Francisco and I am proud to say I killed it with my best running time ever! I am about to turn 44 years old and I am in the best shape of my life. I typically train with Jake who is incredibly knowledgeable on fitness, athletics and the human body! He is my trainer for life! When Jake has been on vacation I have trained with Scott, Jessica («JT») and Dave — I would highly recommend any of these trainers without any hesitation! If you want to get in shape, reach a particular fitness goal and just get healthy GSFP is the place to go!

Golden State Fitness and Performance is just what sleepy little Montclair needed to help get people FIT and looking AWESOME (albeit not necessarily better dressed, but there’s only so much one can expect from a gym). I had walked by a few times and heard the loud music playing and saw people looking like they were getting their butts whupped by the trainers. As someone who loves to workout I thought it would be cool to check out what GSF&P could offer, so I walked in one day after work. I was immediately greeted by Jake Nelson, burly trainer and über nice guy. He set me up with a session with him 3 days later. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from Jake, but was really impressed with the fitness test and the way Jake was able to ascertain exactly where I was at physically and integrate my personal goals into the session. Needless to say, I am now a member of GSF&P and am working out with Jake 2 times per week.
I love the positive atmosphere at the gym and the camaraderie between the trainers and clients. Anyone at any level of fitness would benefit from a membership to this gym. Dave, the owner, is super cool and nice and so are all the peeps at GSF&P. So go go go to Golden State Fitness and Performance and get your sweat on!

The folks at GS are legit. I can’t say enough about how Dave Bolduc and his entire staff have helped me. I’ve been in and around fitness facilities for 20 years watching trends come, go, and return with a new twist. GS fitness uses the science behind development, as well as Bio mechanical research to design programs for first timers and conditioned athletes alike.
Every member of the staff carries the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist title which is the gold standard for fitness professionals. This credential can’t be ordered online, or from an in house weekend seminar. The prerequisite for CSCS is a minimum of a 4 year degree. This knowledge base helped me overcome decade old injuries to surpass everything I thought possible.
Many thanks to Dave, Jake, Scott, Troy, and Tyler for support and encouragement. I’m grateful to you all.

This place rocks. I have been training with Scott for three years (started with him at another gym) and I know Dave, the owner, from a previous gym. All the trainers are educated, experienced, up-​to-​date on the latest research on physiology and fitness, and they’re super-​duper positive and fun and they will happily and skillfully kick your ass!
This place is not macho or leotard clad or covered with mirrors and packed with «cardio» or circuit machines where people numbly watch TV and rarely break a sweat. This is a real gym for people who want to work hard, push themselves, and keep things fresh with dynamic exercises that continually challenge the body. Ever flipped a huge 200lb tire across a room? Flung freakishly huge ropes around? Lifted weights with giant rubber-​bands or chains working against you? Pulled a weight sled in a harness? Boxed? If that sounds fun, come to Golden State. You’ll work hard and have fun, I swear.
Trainers are innovative, creating exercises that push clients while working around structural or functional limitations. Scott helped me rehab from two injuries, one of them a significant shoulder injury. They can help you at whatever fitness level and they are all very encouraging and fun. Highly recommend.

I joined this new gym in downtown Montclair about a month ago and am LOVING it! Their focus on combined personal training and general workouts is fantastic. I’ve been looking for a gym that incorporated Russian Kettlebell workouts and this is THE place. The instructors are fantastic and they really take the time to teach you the moves and ensure improvement in performance.
Dave, the owner is the greatest guy, really approachable. I’ve been training with Jake and he’s a great balance of really providing you a fantastic, well rounded workout and adding a sense of humor as he pushes you at the same time.
If you haven’t already checked them out, they are worth a visit. It’s a great, casual atmosphere where they make you feel right at home.
A truly original concept to a gym and am thrilled they just opened in my neighborhood!

Golden State Fitness and Performance opened up a month or so ago in the Montclair Village and boy was it a welcome addition. I live 4 blocks from the village and have been longing for an early morning weekday boot camp close to home. When I saw the fitness center opening I had a hunch that it was going to be a good fit.
The owners name is David and he’s a really nice guy. His whole philosophy is about helping people achieve greater strength, fitness and balance + being sustainable. I am just getting ready to start the 6^th (and final) week of my first Boot Camp here and it has been a great course. I have more energy and I can feel that my entire body has added strength over the last 6 months. The instructor’s name is Jake and he’s funny, focused and professional. He makes the work out enjoyable which I think is important.
I’m signing up for another 6 weeks right away and plan to remain in the course as it is solid, efficient and convenient exercise that fits my schedule and goals well. They also offer personal training which I’m thinking about signing up for to supplement the 2 days/​week that I’m doing the group boot camp. I did a demo session today and it was definitely a notch above the group session.
If you’re looking for a giant gym with all different types of machines/​activities, this isn’t the place for you. If you’re looking for somewhere you can go to get an excellent and efficient workout in a clean, new and more personalized environment then this might be a great option for you. Stop in and check them out.
Aaron