Alive! Fitness Studio

If you want to get your body sculpted without any judgments, loud music and the latest trends in Lycra fashion I highly recommend Alive. You feel totally comfortable here to work out with professionally trained fitness instructors in a controlled and safe manner. James and Taru know what they’re doing and make you feel very welcome. So glad we have this gym in San Carlos!

This place is amazing. Taru and James have invested in the highest quality equipment available for their fitness studio which you will be hard pressed to find anywhere else. Their trainers are all certified so they make sure you get the most out of your workouts, safely.
If you haven’t come by to check out the studio and meet their wonderful staff, I highly recommend you do!

I’m writing this review while my preteen does their strength training circuit. I believe she’s Alive’s youngest client. She’s an underweight kid who wants to improve her strength for dance and sports, and I’m very optimistic. I’ve been working out with James for over three years now; my husband sees him too, and I can’t thank him enough for our freedom from pain, improved posture, better energy, and independence while traveling. (I can haul anything into and out of overhead bins without any risk of killing myself or a fellow passenger!)

Alive! Fitness Studio is a one-​of-​a-​kind workout experience, offering a super safe way to get strong and find your power at any age and any shape you’re in. I’ve been working with James weekly, and also worked once with Lori. Both trainers are extremely knowledgeable, super friendly, very supportive, and make a challenging workout lots of fun. I was amazed to feel my quads and triceps firming up again after just a few 20 minute sessions. Now I’m loving the overall feeling of strength and firmness. I thought I couldn’t do that after menopause. Wrong! I have a renewed sense of power and control. And all of this in only 20 minutes per week! As a former dancer, I am educated in body alignment for safety, and I can say that the trainers make it a point to know their stuff, and personalize the workout just for you and your goals. Taru, the co-​owner is often around to chat with and adds to the friendly and professional vibe. The place is immaculate and conveniently located on Laurel near 101. Do yourself a huge health favor and go check it out.

Alive! Whole Life Fitness Studio: Strength, Wisdom, Versatility, Knowledge, Professional, Encouraging, Experienced, Motivating, Skilled, and Gentle. There are not enough words to describe my experience. I highly recommend this studio.

They are great! I am a chiropractor in redwood city and I cannot recommend them enough! They do great work I have been going to see James for over a month now and I have had great results. If you are looking for a great place to get high quality training and lasting results see them!

I have been working with James for almost two years now and I love it. The strength training program is challenging and I always feel like a rock star after I’m done. The studio is clean and conveniently located off 101. If you are looking to get healthy, build some muscle, and remain mobile as you get older, I recommend you check them out. Ask them about their summer promo when you call.

I started out at Alive! as part of a recovery program after major hip surgery. Not only have I recovered from the surgery, but the excellent coaching at Alive! has helped me regain strength and function lost to years of joint deterioration. I feel like I’ve been able to «roll back the clock» at least ten years. Along with improved overall strength and mobility, my balance is making a comeback!
I recommend Alive! for anyone who wants to regain physical confidence and comfort whether lost from age, injury or surgery. And if you’re a serious athlete, Alive! could be an integral part of a balanced training regimen.

The training at Alive! has given me strength I didn’t know I had. The SafeStrength Training is non threatening and quite fun. I drive 2x per week from Los Altos to Redwood City because I truly believe in the safety of their programs.
My headaches and back pain have decreased to almost zero and I have a lot more energy. Menopause has really kicked me in the …; and this gentle type of training is helping with fewer hot-​flashes as well as helping me sleep better.
James, Taru, Linda and the gang are so much fun to work with. The studio is immaculate, the equipment top notch and the décor is lovely. I love the one-​on-​one attention and the positive energy too!
No more excuses … make yourself a priority and try it!

Their strength training is like nothing I’ve experienced before. In just one to two 30 minute sessions a week, I’ve gone from post-​partum abs to abs of steel! (Really!) The personal attention to my needs and progress are outstanding. Great support and great results.
I highly recommend you give it a try!