Genius Gyms

San Diego, United States

5

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8 reviews

By Appointment Only

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Telephone:
+1 424-281-0333
Website:
www.geniusgyms.com
Address:
5155 Soledad Rd, San Diego, CA, 92109
b/t Los Altos Way & Alta Vista Way
Pacific Beach
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.3 miLine nr. 30
1.4 miBalboa Avenue
2.4 miClairemont Drive
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Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Dogs Allowed
Yes
By Appointment Only
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Today

Today 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (San Diego) 01:00 Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Business hours

Monday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm

Description

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Genius Gyms Personal Training is an exclusive neurofitness training program that was developed in Los Angeles and now available in San Diego allows you to perform both mental (cognitive) and physical exercises simultaneously while tracking your performance to increase neuroplasticity in your brain, to keep your brain and body young and sharp. Genius Gyms personal training sessions are individually designed by Dr. Sarah McEwen, an NSCA-​Certified Personal Trainer and UCLA Cognitive Psychologist. Our unique training program combines individualized interval training with personalized brain challenges using cutting-​edge technology to train your brain and body simultaneously. No boring machines or endless repetitive exercises. You will sweat, but our training is interesting, challenging, and most of all FUN. You have never experienced personal training like this!

History

Established in 2012.

Genius Gyms Personal Neurofitness Training was developed by Dr. Sarah McEwen (Ph.D., NSCA-​Certified Personal Trainer) who is a cognitive psychologist in the prestigious UCLA Department of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences. The one of a kind brainercises have been developed by cognitive psychologist, Dr. McEwen, from scientifically proven cognitive challenges known to improve memory, attention and executive functioning and are individually tailored to your mental and physical abilities. Dr. McEwen is the first and only psychologist and certified personal trainer to offer this ground-​breaking personal training hybrid program.

Meet the Business Owner

Dr. Sarah M.

Business Owner

The Genius Gyms Personal Neurofitness Program was developed by an expert exercise UCLA researcher Dr. Sarah McEwen, who is a Cognitive Psychologist, human brain neuroimager, and an NSCA-​Certified Personal Trainer. Dr. McEwen completed the UCLA Fitness Leadership program and carries out ground-​breaking research in exercise and human performance at UCLA. She carried out her out her Postdoctoral Fellowship at UCLA in the field of cognitive neuroscience studying the brain mechanisms that underlie the risk for psychosis and how exercise can improve human memory. As an NCAA collegiate athlete she developed a passion for fitness and studied the positive mental and physical effects exercise can have on the brain. The Genius Gyms Neurofitness training program has been featured on PBS, the Tennis Channel and Red Bull TV.

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8 reviews of Genius Gyms

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Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Sarah has been helping me get a healthy mind and body! I hadn’t worked with a trainer before but Dr. Sarah came so highly recommended from a friend that I had to try. Her sessions are fun, challenging and varied which is why I keep coming back for more. She knows how to be motivating and tailors the sessions to fit my needs and goals.
I’ve lost some weight, definitely toned up and actually feel like my mind is getting sharper! Such a great way to exercise! I really love my sessions (which I didn’t used to say about working out!!) and highly recommend Dr. Sarah!!!
Place rating: 5
Citrus Heights, CA
I hired Dr. Sarah 4 months before my wedding in the hopes that I would look astonishing in my wedding dress while staying sharp-​minded and staying stress-​free. Her unique training program is something I’d never heard of prior to meeting her. I opted for the «Einstein Package» knowing that time was running out before the wedding and I needed a comprehensive program to reach my goal. And boy did it! She customized every work out to key into my mental and physical problem areas. By 2 months I had already lost 3% of my body fat and increased my memory capacity by 150%! She motivated me, challenged me, and helped me realize my full potential. Oh, and did I mention she’s fun and hilarious too! I looked forward to seeing her and laughing my stress away every session. By the time of my wedding day, my muscles were lean and defined and I was so clear headed, which is hard for most brides to say. I highly recommend hiring Dr. Sarah, you will not be disappointed!
Place rating: 5
North Hollywood, CA
Working out has been a key part of my lifestyle for some time, especially recently having just had a baby. Dr. Sarah has encouraged this by her engaging workouts both mentally and physically. To be able to work out both at the same time is key! She has a unique approach that enhances the body and mind. Can’t speak any more highly of her workout routines, and her personality is caring and encouraging. She knew what level I needed to be add, pushing me to grow stronger without breaking me down. I really recommended Genius gyms.
Place rating: 5
West Hollywood, CA
Dr. Sarah is amazing. I haven’t been that much into fitness the past few years, but a few months ago I decided to make a lifestyle change. She always gives me special attention to make sure I have proper form. Dr. Sarah is motivating, upbeat, and very encouraging, which definitely makes workouts fun and helps someone like me that wasn’t in shape focus on the bigger picture. It’s a great full body workout and for myself a lot of focus is on my core. Definitely recommend Dr. Sarah and Genius Gyms!!!
Place rating: 5
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Sarah is so much fun to train with. Her training program is like nothing I have ever tried. Challenging both mentally and physically and it was so engaging that I forgot I was working out, I was just pushing to improve my performance. Crazy good workouts.
Dr Sarah is super smart yet in tune with what I wanted to get from my workouts.
Training itself was amazing. A mix of problem solving with lunges, memory games with core and arms, reaction time trials with sprints. Wow.
Loved it. A one of a kind workout.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
How often do you get a doctor who has studied the brain for over a decade craft an exercise program that optimizes body and brain usage? You often don’t realize how hard your body is working b/​c your brain is so engaged! This is on the avant guard of the optimal health movement.
The best part is Dr. Sarah herself. She’ll whip you into shape while making you laugh — which also burns calories! Ha!
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Where to begin? I have tried everything from dance classes to yoga, Crossfit to running, boot camps and cycle classes. Nothing I have ever tried competes with the program at Genius with Dr. Sarah.
I never, ever get bored of the classes. Each training day is different and stimulating mentally and physically. I feel totally engaged the entire time, and I really feel pushed to work hard.
One of my favorite parts of the program is seeing real results. Not only are people commenting on changes in my body, but I can see the improvements in my speed and coordination from week to week. It is so exciting to see yourself actually change. I don’t think I am getting faster, I know I am.
The other great part about the program is Dr. Sarah herself. She is so knowledgeable and approachable. I feel fully supported and safe working out with her. It’s so cool to have your trainer not only talk about the muscle chain you are working on, but also the part of the brain you are activating. Nothing like strengthening your glutes and your anterior cingulate cortex at the same time!
I highly, highly suggest you give it a try.
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
I have tried this program and it is like no other. Dr. Sarah is onto something big here. You work out while making decisions based on visual cues and its incredibly challenging. I felt physically great afterwards, but also a lot sharper mentally. And the best part is that this is all backed up with science as Dr. Sarah works in UCLA specializing in neuroscience. I would highly recommend it before it becomes too popular.