Back Bay Fitness

I come here or in order to work out with Stephanie. She is an amazing trainer and when not doing personal training she also teaches classes at Orange theory. Check out incendo fitness on Instagram if you need a trainer. She is amazing.
Otherwise this gym is good, spacious enough, decent equipment, and plenty of lockers.
It is mostly used by trainers and their clients from what I can tell.

I’ve been to three aerial silks classes and they are so much fun. The owner of the gym is super nice and the two aerial class instructors I went to are really good. I’ve been to Olivia’s class twice and absolutely love the classes! Definitely recommend these classes if you’re an acrobat at heart or just want to try something new.

Great, clean gym! Friendly and professional staff. The aerial silks program is amazing!

Coming from an super high end boutique gym I have high standards. Back Bay fitness has lived up to those standards. My trainer KC Rawlins and I have every bit of equipment and the latest workout apparatices needed to get an amazing workout! The gym is always tidy and everyone is very friendly. Back Bay Fitness is my 2^nd home!

This place is crawling with OC’s finest. CEO’s, trust-​fund babies, real housewives… They’re all over. If you’re not working with a private trainer or practicing your aerial acrobatics, then you don’t belong here. And then there’s me. The average gym-​goer with a slightly obsessive workout regimen and no will-​power whatsoever. My ideal workout would be walking on the treadmill watching the Barefoot Contessa and eating a Snickers.
Obviously needing some guidance, I was referred to Rich Croissant, who trains clients out of this gym. You’d think with that name, there would be a bakery involved, but he’s a real guy with a library of knowledge on exercise and nutrition. If you want to get in shape and see results, he’s definitely your go-​to trainer here. I like training with him because not only does he give you a great workout, but he’s really good at explaining the mechanics behind the exercises and why your body feels the way it does. Usually my questions would be «Can I stop?» and «Why do my muscles hurt?».or my favorite, «If I eat this cookie, will I get fat?» All of which are met with the appropriate answer.
It’s never super crowded because it’s really only trainers and their clients, but it does get busy during peak hours after work. Otherwise, this place is a ghost town. The equipment could use some updating, but everything is in working condition and well-​stocked. If you want a good workout with a trainer or take a class, but don’t want to mess with the crowds at globo-​gyms, then this is a great option.

I absolutely love the Bodyroxx class at Back Bay Fitness! I have taken a lot of bootcamp/​gym classes and this is by far my favorite. Time goes by so quickly so you will not find yourself staring at the clock waiting for the torture to end.
Even though the first week is a bit tough it is worth it! I saw results quickly and was able to work up my stamina within the first week. This class is not only fun, has upbeat music but it really gives you the workout you need to feel great when you leave.
I highly encourage everyone to give it a shot. Even if your not a runner or you feel like you are really out of shape, Alexis will help you get where you need to be by helping you work up from a lower pace.

Back Bay Fitness is incredible! I have just started Aerial training with the owner, Doug and I cannot say enough about him and his gym. Doug and his staff are truly dedicated to fitness. They encourage and train you in such a way that makes you excited to go to the gym. I am looking forward to many more classes at Back Bay Fitness.

I have been going to Back Bay Fitness for a few weeks now to take the Body Roxx class they offer. Body Roxx is an indoor boot camp that combines the treadmill and resistance training exercises.
The class is set up that you are doing intervals/​hill workouts out the treadmill for a few minutes and then you step off and do a couple sets of resistance moves. You alternate between the treadmill and resistance exercises for most of the class. Typically the last ten minutes is ab work and stretching.
I have been coming to the Monday evening class and the largest class I have had was a group of five. With the small class size, its like I am getting personal training for cheap. The class is tough but is tailored to your fitness ability. The trainer definitely makes sure you don’t slack off during class. If during the ab routine, I stop doing crunches, I am told to keep going and push myself. It is a great, high intensity and high energy class. Even though every Monday after work, I dread the butt-​kicking my body is about to get, I am always glad I went to the class.
While I have only been going once a week, I am seeing results and also notice the workouts have improved my running speed.

Best gym ever! The place is always clean and it’s never crowded.

My husband and I have done the Body Roxx classes here and they are an awesome way to incorporate both weights and the treadmill. They are tough but everything is tailored to fit your level and ability. It was amazing how much progress we both made in just a few weeks.
I have also done the sculpting classes with Sara in the mornings and those are a fun and fantastic way to tone up.
The gym is really easy to get to and parking is abundant and hassle free, which is difficult to say for so many other gyms. Very clean and modern.

It’s funny. I didn’t know that this gym could get any better. I was once told why people return somewhere is because they can’t find anything better. I left here to go BACK to someplace else, but then I came BACK HERE because this place ended up being the BEST choice for me and my clients.
The owner here is a genuine guy, and you get the feeling that he really does care about the trainers and the clients. He’s really hands on with the facility and keeps the place in tip-​top condition.
The quality of the trainers here is top notch. The energy is vibrant, but not overwhelming. Everyone here is working hard and encouraging.
Here, you’ll find Private, Semi-​private, small-​group, and bootcamp classes run by some grade-​A quality trainers. Every trainer here holds mulitiple certifications and/​or degrees and many, many years of experience.

Small and intimate, classy and functional, with all the ameneties. Super nice staff, people are focused and serious about their time in the facility, it is definately not a meat market, there are many trainers working with folks (just about everyone in there has a trainer), there are classes, great locker rooms with combo locks, full compliment of equipment, etc. Great facility and highly recommended… added bonuses are the view overlooking the golf course across the street, close access to the back bay bike trail, quiet setting, easy parking and road access, and best of all in the same complex as Irvine Ranch Market for a bite after class or a sports drink!