Love this virtual gym program that makes working out accessible to everyone in the US. They have coaches in each time zone that can assist you with all your workout and nutrition needs. Things that attracted me: virtual workouts with an instructor via zoom, accountability coaches that won't flake on you after the first workout, virtual community events with other members. Things I didn't care for... More

Love this virtual gym program that makes working out accessible to everyone in the US. They have coaches in each time zone that can assist you with all your workout and nutrition needs. Things that attracted me: virtual workouts with an instructor via zoom, accountability coaches that won't flake on you after the first workout, virtual community events with other members. Things I didn't care for: the price is a little steep, however definitely worth it. Also the use two apps for scheduling classes and communication with you coach is a bit of a learning curve in the beginning. The workouts are definitely the best I've had in a long time. The coaches also provide alternative workouts for anyone with injuries or limitations, that way you get the best use of your time. I definitely recommend this program to everyone no matter the experience level. I also loved my coach Steph who was able to help me find ways to incorporate healthy dietary habits into my life and work through things that made it difficult for me to previously incorporate. She is so easy to talk to and very creative with helping you schedule out your week both for workouts and nutrition. I also enjoyed workouts led by coach Nissa. She does not play games and will make sure you get the best workout of you life everytime. I joined the 12 week program and have gone down from a size 20 to a size 16. Everyone is asking me what my secret is and I tell them it's Queer gym. Less

Great experience. Hope to do it again soon!

i like that they allow me to turn my camera off and respect my privacy but not sending letters to my house. I did my first work out tonight and I can feel it in my abs. I hadn't worked out for years. The coach made it easy and encouraged me not to give up. It was a good first experience.

I’m still new to the program but so far my experience has been amazing! All the coaches are super welcoming, energetic and encouraging. I love being able to have this community from how and I’m not afraid to go to the gym. I’ve always been self conscious going out because I don’t know what I’m doing. 10000000/10 do recommend!

Love this gym! Coaches are great and meet you where you're at to help you reach YOUR goals. Classes are fun and everyone is so friendly.

I am unable to work out in a traditional gym at the moment. The Queer Gym gives me the safe space and ability to have a great guided workout at home! The coaches do a really great job to support and work with you. It is easy to schedule my workouts. The coaches are awesome and amazing support during the sessions. I really couldn’t be happier with my decision to join The Queer Gym! Can’t wait to s... More

I am unable to work out in a traditional gym at the moment. The Queer Gym gives me the safe space and ability to have a great guided workout at home! The coaches do a really great job to support and work with you. It is easy to schedule my workouts. The coaches are awesome and amazing support during the sessions. I really couldn’t be happier with my decision to join The Queer Gym! Can’t wait to see and feel the change at the end of my 12 weeks! To be continued..! Less

This is an amazing , fun, community that really advocates for every member and gives you a personalized experience that works for you. If you’re queer and you’re not here, maybe you oughta be 😊🏳️‍🌈

I love this place! I’ve been doing this since October 2022. It’s really helped me stay on track with my workouts!!

I’ve been a member with The Queer Gym for a couple months and I’ve loved it through and through. It’s nice being online, having different classes I can choose to attend, different coaches and styles to work with. They always have massive amounts of info and guidance they wanna share as well as education about the body and the exercise. The coaches are also knowledgeable in relation to nutrition a... More

I’ve been a member with The Queer Gym for a couple months and I’ve loved it through and through. It’s nice being online, having different classes I can choose to attend, different coaches and styles to work with. They always have massive amounts of info and guidance they wanna share as well as education about the body and the exercise. The coaches are also knowledgeable in relation to nutrition and needs, etc. outside of being a gym professionally they also ascribe to be a family and they absolutely facilitate the space to do that. Openness, safety, inclusion, diversity, accountability, investment, etc. so much encouragement from everyone member, or coach. Such a lovely experience so far. Grateful to continue Less

I’m a month in and this is the best fitness experience I’ve ever accomplished. The best coaches, fun classes, and a community like no other.

Today was my first day interacting with the group. Seems like people I’ll definitely clique with. My shyness got the best of me though. The group is extremely welcoming though and there were smiles on everyone’s faces the whole time which is something that really caught my eye!

They make everything fun and accessible for everyone and no judgement when you're not there yet for things. Coaches really care about you and want you to get something out of classes and group hangs. It's an easy way to get connected to your health/fitness goals and community. I really appreciate that the coaches are diverse body sizes too, not everyone looks the same at any step in the process ... More

They make everything fun and accessible for everyone and no judgement when you're not there yet for things. Coaches really care about you and want you to get something out of classes and group hangs. It's an easy way to get connected to your health/fitness goals and community. I really appreciate that the coaches are diverse body sizes too, not everyone looks the same at any step in the process so it's fantastic to see coaches that mirror that back Less

I had seen an ad for The Queer Gym and admittedly, at first, thought it was very likely too good to be true. I’d commented on an IG post asking for any experiences others had had, and after a few people responded I decided to make the initial phone call to get started. I’ve been with the gym since December of ‘22, and in the few months I’ve been there, I’ve seen massive life changes through the h... More

I had seen an ad for The Queer Gym and admittedly, at first, thought it was very likely too good to be true. I’d commented on an IG post asking for any experiences others had had, and after a few people responded I decided to make the initial phone call to get started. I’ve been with the gym since December of ‘22, and in the few months I’ve been there, I’ve seen massive life changes through the help of my personal coach and the coaches who lead all the classes, and with the online community. They’ve helped me create solid, long-lasting routines in fitness, nutrition and overall wellness, and I feel stronger and healthier these days than I have in nearly a decade!💪🏼🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️⚡️ Less

The Queer Gym had offered me a unique experience to get back into fitness with a fun group of coaches and peers! The workouts offer modifications for people like myself who are just getting back into working out, but offer more challenging exercises for when I am ready! I like the accessibility of being able to work out from home. My coach is awesome and the program is very engaging!

The queer gym is willing to accept you as you are, flaws and all to make sure your fitness goals and dreams are achievable.

Joining the gym was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for myself. The workouts are fun and challenging, and the community is amazing! Having a coach and team constantly cheering you on makes it really easy to keep coming back every day. It’s become such an important part of my routine I can’t imagine ever leaving!

The Queer Gym found me on TikTok when I'd just started thinking about looking for a queer and trans friendly fitness group. (All hail the Algorithm.) This is the first truly positive and beginner-friendly fitness program I've ever experienced.

I’ve loved my experience at The Queer Gym so far! Having a coach to keep me accountable in both my fitness and nutrition has helped me to actually stick to a fitness program for once!

I’m a month in on my training here and I love it! The virtual classes are great and the coaches are amazing! There’s no pressure to push yourself past your limits, and the community is the cherry on top. Love the Queer Gym!

I've been a member now for coming up on 3 months and this is best I've ever felt, I can see the changes in my body! I have mobility issues as my spine is fused and I have Cerebral palsy on my left side, but the coaches are more than accommodating to my limits and the limits of others. They also give that gentle push to take yourself further each workout without making you feel guilty if you can't... More

I've been a member now for coming up on 3 months and this is best I've ever felt, I can see the changes in my body! I have mobility issues as my spine is fused and I have Cerebral palsy on my left side, but the coaches are more than accommodating to my limits and the limits of others. They also give that gentle push to take yourself further each workout without making you feel guilty if you can't. I've never felt comfortable in a group workout setting until now. Because I know I'm not being judged or made fun of behind my back. There are also hangouts that have nothing to do with working out! My coach is Liv and she gets me and always makes me feel good after our calls. If you can budget for this, please do so. It's worth it! Less

Finishing out my 8th week with The Queer Gym. My only regret: not joining sooner. The coaches are AMAZING. I absolutely love the classes and the community and nutrition aspects of it. I tore my ACL on vacation so I've had to do all my workouts seated for the last 2 weeks and all the coaches have been so kind and accommodating and making sure I'm still able to get in a good workout!!! I hated the ... More

Finishing out my 8th week with The Queer Gym. My only regret: not joining sooner. The coaches are AMAZING. I absolutely love the classes and the community and nutrition aspects of it. I tore my ACL on vacation so I've had to do all my workouts seated for the last 2 weeks and all the coaches have been so kind and accommodating and making sure I'm still able to get in a good workout!!! I hated the gym but The Queer Gym makes it so much fun that I talk about it constantly and am always excited for class even after a long day at work! Less

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Absolutely not disabled queer friendly. They pushed and pushed me to sign up being super aggressive about it, and then when I let them know I can only do light workouts for health reasons they pushed for medical details and the founder told me I wasn't allowed to participate in group classes and I was only allowed to sign up for a personal trainer which I told them flat out that's not what I sign... More

Absolutely not disabled queer friendly. They pushed and pushed me to sign up being super aggressive about it, and then when I let them know I can only do light workouts for health reasons they pushed for medical details and the founder told me I wasn't allowed to participate in group classes and I was only allowed to sign up for a personal trainer which I told them flat out that's not what I signed up for. They also would not stop inquiring about said health reasons, and were extremely rude and aggressive towards me and refused to allow me to participate at all when I asked them to stop asking about my personal health reasons they do not need to know about and have no effect on the level I wanted to participate in at this gym. This is not a safe inclusive gym at all. Very anti-disability, anti-beginner. Worst experience I've ever encountered and I am a gym rat, fitness junkie Less

I have had an amazing experience with Queer Gym. I love all of the different workouts, and you get such amazing support from your coach and the community. It’s totally worth it!

Holy Geez! I have never found a more welcoming community than this. I can’t say how much more they have helped with more than just a safe place to work out. They gave me a peace of mind, a place to unwind, a place to push myself, and a place to meet some great people. They respect your space whether you work out with your camera off or if you want to put some dance lights on. Great energy and wou... More

Holy Geez! I have never found a more welcoming community than this. I can’t say how much more they have helped with more than just a safe place to work out. They gave me a peace of mind, a place to unwind, a place to push myself, and a place to meet some great people. They respect your space whether you work out with your camera off or if you want to put some dance lights on. Great energy and would HIGHLY suggest to try it out! Less

Very pushy. I filled out the from to inquire about the service and pricing . It was very expensive and honestly I could save the money and use YouTube and get the same results . I told them I would think about it . I got repeated texts trying to pressure me into signing up NOW! Very uncomfortable

Joining this gym in February has been my best decision of the year. The coaches have been nothing but motivating, encouraging, and passionate every time they teach a class, and I look forward to each and every class I sign up for because of them. I always feel supported by the community of other exercises as well, and you can lean on them for motivation, exercise, or food tups whenever. Be sure t... More

Joining this gym in February has been my best decision of the year. The coaches have been nothing but motivating, encouraging, and passionate every time they teach a class, and I look forward to each and every class I sign up for because of them. I always feel supported by the community of other exercises as well, and you can lean on them for motivation, exercise, or food tups whenever. Be sure to sign up for Coach Rob's classes as much as possible, he both brings the party and challenges you to do the best you possibly can! Less

#queergym is amazing! This is a virtual gym where I can literally come as I am, work with coaches and gym mates who are supportive of my personal goals and needs as a queer person. This has been the best investment in my personal growth and wellness I have made in a very long time.

The choice to join The Queer Gym was a great one. I'd been seeking some fitness accountability with and live workouts after gaining some weight during the pandemic and Youtube was no longer cutting it. I don't like the gym and the bro/who is watching you element of it. I was assigned a coach and provided access to food plans, and a wide range of workouts. Initially my coach was unresponsive, bu... More

The choice to join The Queer Gym was a great one. I'd been seeking some fitness accountability with and live workouts after gaining some weight during the pandemic and Youtube was no longer cutting it. I don't like the gym and the bro/who is watching you element of it. I was assigned a coach and provided access to food plans, and a wide range of workouts. Initially my coach was unresponsive, but then I was assigned a new coach who has been AMAZING. The weekly check-ins are open and honest and have helped me to set reasonable, workable goals. The workouts are fun and challenging and the coaches give great modifications for some wrist issues I have. I particularly love how Coach Chloe integrates storytelling into her yoga sessions. I've lost weight and built some amazing new connections with other queer identifying community members across the country. The 4/5 stars is because of o growing number of workouts available on the calendar - which they are working on. Less

I'm part of the morning crew so my regular experience is mostly limited to three of the incredible coaches at the Queer Gym but I love them all. Been with them since April, did the Hard Core Homo to kick start and I've learned to put myself first! In 2020, I was low low low after another family suicide and really truly thought I was next, when I went off to the hospital to take care of my mind, b... More

I'm part of the morning crew so my regular experience is mostly limited to three of the incredible coaches at the Queer Gym but I love them all. Been with them since April, did the Hard Core Homo to kick start and I've learned to put myself first! In 2020, I was low low low after another family suicide and really truly thought I was next, when I went off to the hospital to take care of my mind, body, and spirit. After a couple of years in therapies, quitting a toxic work environment, and recommitting to living for each day, I found the QG and found a love for myself again. I adore Coach Chloe's yoga and mindfulness practices, I find myself using their teachings in other areas of my life. I feel so cared for by Coach Slater's constant support and embrace. And I truly adore Coach Pallis' notes of encouragement before, during, and after a workout. The clients also have a space to communicate and it's a real help when I'm feeling down, in a funk, or need someone to say "great job!" You're not going to get this kind of compassion anywhere else - I really have a whole team of personal life coaches who love me and want me to succeed in everything. Less

awful, rude, and only cares about money. I would never give them my info if you're thinking about it. they harass you and talk down to you and ignore your questions. definitely find another option where quest people are treated like humans and not cash cows. disappointing af

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Love this gym! They got me through the pandemic! I felt loved, supported and motivated the whole way through. I would do it again.

The 28 day challenge was a fantastic kick in the pants to help me gain some control accountability, and care for how I treat y body. The coaches and community are fantastic nad everyone, from fellow homes all the way to the top have been kind and supportive and responsive.

The queer gym is awesome! As a trans guy it's really hard for me to find a space that makes me feel comfortable to be my authentic self. But I found that space here at the Queer Gym. I love that our coaches really care about our wellness and that they don't focus on just weight loss and instead the goals you have for yourself. If you're thinking about joining the Gym definately check it out! Try ... More

The queer gym is awesome! As a trans guy it's really hard for me to find a space that makes me feel comfortable to be my authentic self. But I found that space here at the Queer Gym. I love that our coaches really care about our wellness and that they don't focus on just weight loss and instead the goals you have for yourself. If you're thinking about joining the Gym definately check it out! Try it out for a month, I think you'll have a good time Less

LOVE the queer gym. It's not just a gym, it's a community. I took the 4 week challenge and it has been amazing to jumpstart better eating and becoming active again. Coach KJ was incredible and I highly recommend her classes and she did a killer job helping me stay accountable. She constantly checked in on what I needed for better support and she seemed to step in and give me a boost right exactl... More

LOVE the queer gym. It's not just a gym, it's a community. I took the 4 week challenge and it has been amazing to jumpstart better eating and becoming active again. Coach KJ was incredible and I highly recommend her classes and she did a killer job helping me stay accountable. She constantly checked in on what I needed for better support and she seemed to step in and give me a boost right exactly when I needed it. My only wish is that there were more classes at varied times, but I'm sure that could come as the gym expands. THANK YOU! Less

First let me say I love the workouts, even on zoom. Coaches all seem great. I would say the price point for the homebody challenge was too high for what was delivered. I think their regular gym fee is worth it. It’s true they have some growing pains... things seem a little off every now and then.

What can I say? I really do love this place and how much effort they put into creating an empowering community. I love how dynamic the coaches are and appreciate how individually dynamic they are to the gym. Special Shoutout to KJ for being an amazing accountability coach. It’s so refreshing to be heard and understood. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Great coaches who really care and supportive whatever life, fitness or health goals you have. Variety of fun workouts that are adjustable to all skill levels. Loved my experience!! Thanks!

This gym has been a life-saver for me during the pandemic. The coaches and owners are all queer and mostly POC. They worked with me to make the gym accessible financially, and most importantly, the sense of community and camaraderie has been a godsend for my mental health. The Queer Gym is such a good community and such a good way to take care of yourself. Coach KJ is the literal best. <3

The coaches at the Queer Gym are absolutely fantastic!! Each one brings a different element to the workouts and provides excellent support! The programs they run are spectacular, they communicate with you to ensure you're getting what you need, and they make sure to hold you accountable to your goals! The workouts are hard and challenge you to push yourself, and it isn't easy, but it's extremely ... More

The coaches at the Queer Gym are absolutely fantastic!! Each one brings a different element to the workouts and provides excellent support! The programs they run are spectacular, they communicate with you to ensure you're getting what you need, and they make sure to hold you accountable to your goals! The workouts are hard and challenge you to push yourself, and it isn't easy, but it's extremely worth it! I've been working with this gym for only two weeks and I already feel so much better! I highly recommend giving this place a try, especially since they also offer complete workouts entirely online! Less

Best gym ever!! The coaches are all down to earth and THEY PROVE that folks can lose weight without being bullied. They gently and genuinely inspire, motivate, and guide us to better health! im 40 lbs down and still going...AND when i'm away from home, I can still workout with them cuz they're online!!!!!!

Actually I can’t recommend this gym anymore. The owner Nat has made all of the trainers payment hinge on sales commissions. This has made the gym have really high turnover. Any coach you may have formed a plan with won’t be working there for long. They can’t afford to. I managed to cancel my membership without too much pushback, but I regret paying Nat to capitalize on my identity and affinity ... More

Actually I can’t recommend this gym anymore. The owner Nat has made all of the trainers payment hinge on sales commissions. This has made the gym have really high turnover. Any coach you may have formed a plan with won’t be working there for long. They can’t afford to. I managed to cancel my membership without too much pushback, but I regret paying Nat to capitalize on my identity and affinity groups. Less

Wow! I'm so so glad I found Queer Gym! I needed a safe, loving place to get back into the practice of working out and energizing my body and I found it here! What a beautiful community of humans! It's wonderful to workout online with people that look like me who bring the same energy. I have coach Nat as my coach for the homobody challenge and she is just the best. Kind and supportive while bein... More

Wow! I'm so so glad I found Queer Gym! I needed a safe, loving place to get back into the practice of working out and energizing my body and I found it here! What a beautiful community of humans! It's wonderful to workout online with people that look like me who bring the same energy. I have coach Nat as my coach for the homobody challenge and she is just the best. Kind and supportive while being direct and straight up about facts and information. The rest of the coaches are awesome too! They have great attention to detail and bring a lively "you got this" attitude to every class. The last thing I want in a workout is an instructor that is grumpy or rude. Everyone at the Queer Gym is considerate, kind, inclusive and helpful. I look forward to many more classes! Less

This gym has helped me a lot. I’m healthier and more happy as a result.

I have been to countless gyms, in many different cities, trying to find the perfect one where it just doesn't feel weird. Somewhere I can actually workout without feeling like I'm being judged. The queer gym was definitely the answer and then some, being trans FTM, they understand what it's like, and so are your fellow gym members. There's no judgements, and your coach is right there making sure ... More

I have been to countless gyms, in many different cities, trying to find the perfect one where it just doesn't feel weird. Somewhere I can actually workout without feeling like I'm being judged. The queer gym was definitely the answer and then some, being trans FTM, they understand what it's like, and so are your fellow gym members. There's no judgements, and your coach is right there making sure you're doing what you're supposed to be doing. I haven't ever been in such a great environment where I feel like it's actually fun to workout and have a good time getting to know everyone. The workouts are awesome, the coaches are even more cool, and it's a welcoming environment. What more could anyone ask for? Less

If you're looking for a way to be with community, make new friends, and learn how to put yourself first through self-care, working out, and accountability -- then you're perfect for The Queer Gym. Their 28 day challenge changed my life, I've done workouts and things I'd never even imagined. Do the challenge first, then u-haul it to being a member. I look FORWARD to these workouts. It has really m... More

If you're looking for a way to be with community, make new friends, and learn how to put yourself first through self-care, working out, and accountability -- then you're perfect for The Queer Gym. Their 28 day challenge changed my life, I've done workouts and things I'd never even imagined. Do the challenge first, then u-haul it to being a member. I look FORWARD to these workouts. It has really made me feel connected and been a place to regroup during the pandemic. Can't wait to meet you, join us!!! Less

I've been a member of The Queer Gym for three years. I was going 1-2 times a week prior to the Covid-19 Pandemic. I was commuting and have a family so it was hard to get to the gym more than that. Since the pandemic I've been taking classes from my living room 5-6 days a week over Zoom. The Queer Gym has been my main source of sanity throughout this pandemic. Honestly, it's been a blessing during... More

I've been a member of The Queer Gym for three years. I was going 1-2 times a week prior to the Covid-19 Pandemic. I was commuting and have a family so it was hard to get to the gym more than that. Since the pandemic I've been taking classes from my living room 5-6 days a week over Zoom. The Queer Gym has been my main source of sanity throughout this pandemic. Honestly, it's been a blessing during this unprecedented time. Nat, the owner is awesome. She and the other coaches/staff (KJ, Barbara, Maritza, Jo Jo, Christina) do an amazing job. The classes are tuned for any fitness level. They are well thought out and creative. They change things up so you don't get bored. The coaches make it fun and do a great job of helping anyone with questions or injuries. Classes don't require any specific equipment, everything can be done with your own body weight or items that you have around the house. And the workouts are challenging but not too difficult or intimidating. Everything can be modified for your skill/injury level. I have chronic neck and back (herniated disks) issues and am feeling so much stronger now that I can work out more often because I'm home and not commuting. They have also planned a few fun outings, with keeping social distance protocols. The community is fun and supportive. What's also great is to be able to work out with other people from the Queer Community from all over. The community is very welcoming of people of all identities, shapes, sizes, colors, ability level. Plus I LOVE the names of the classes: Oakland Booty, Hella Arms & Abs, Hard Core Homo, WTF Yoga. You know it's going to be fun with names like that. I highly recommend this gym. Join, you know you're curious! Less

The Queer Gym is a heaven-sent. Idk why I took so long to join the community, maybe it was physically, it’s far from me (I’m in SoCal). Now that I’ve joined the virtual community, I feel great! Definitely a no judgement zone with folks that can relate to me.

This gym is such a special place. It is a safe environment that truly cares about helping you meet your goals, planning how to achieve them and HAVE FUN along the way! The coaches are all incredibly engaging and the atmosphere is truly special. In the setting of this pandemic, like water filling any shape it finds itself in, the gym transitioned online and somehow managed to make the experience e... More

This gym is such a special place. It is a safe environment that truly cares about helping you meet your goals, planning how to achieve them and HAVE FUN along the way! The coaches are all incredibly engaging and the atmosphere is truly special. In the setting of this pandemic, like water filling any shape it finds itself in, the gym transitioned online and somehow managed to make the experience even more amazing. I cannot recommend enough! Less

This gym is so supportive and welcoming. The coaches are knowledgeable and tailor the workouts to challenge people at all levels! The homebody challenge includes a personalized nutrition plan which has expedited my results considerably. They respect all people and all goals! I highly recommend The Queer Gym if you are searching for a gym that pushes you and supports you.

I’ve been with QG for about a week and a half and I love it. The online Zoom classes are fun, the coaches are positive and engaging, and it’s just such a great welcoming environment. ❤️

best gym i have ever been to and everyone is incredibly loving

Awesome experience! Coaches are friendly and offer different variations to workouts depending on your needs from day to day. The energy is positive ad the vibe is super chill. I also felt like a welcomed member of the community even though I was working virtually at home. Everyone gave it their all and encouraged each other during the sessions. Thanks for keeping it upbeat and making me want to p... More

Awesome experience! Coaches are friendly and offer different variations to workouts depending on your needs from day to day. The energy is positive ad the vibe is super chill. I also felt like a welcomed member of the community even though I was working virtually at home. Everyone gave it their all and encouraged each other during the sessions. Thanks for keeping it upbeat and making me want to push myself further than I thought I could. I would definitely recommend the 30 Day Challenge to anyone, regardless of skill-level. If you want options for various workouts multiple times a day, and if you need positive encouragement and a great group to journey with, this is the place! Less

rude I got cursed at by staff

The Queer Gym promotes hatred of fat people through intentional weight loss programs, and promotes eating disorders in a population which already has a high rate of them. Do not support them.

this gym seriously is better than what they advertise on TV commercials you want to be free to be YOU and Get your fitness journey on THIS IS THE PLACE! I'm in my 4th week of my fitness journey and I am just so happy I made this my gym choice

I love all the coaches, and they make the class fun!

Completed and beat the six week challenge. It was tough but I preserved. You have to have the right people in your corner like your accountability partner. I'm glad this journey has re-jumpstarted my fitness journey. I won't be continuing on with the gym due to location and price but I'll definitely miss the Oakland Booty and Twerk Out family. May the loss be with you (yes, that was a Star Wars s... More

Completed and beat the six week challenge. It was tough but I preserved. You have to have the right people in your corner like your accountability partner. I'm glad this journey has re-jumpstarted my fitness journey. I won't be continuing on with the gym due to location and price but I'll definitely miss the Oakland Booty and Twerk Out family. May the loss be with you (yes, that was a Star Wars shoutout). Update: I do not recommend the Queer Gym. They do not hold to their word. They have not given me my refund! They have not replied to any of my messages. They are scammers and it's sad! They can text you but not respond back. Crazy!! Less

An amazing gym!!! no judgement, lots of support, awesome couches. I did the six week challenge. It was hard but thanks to the Queer Gym Team I met my goal. Thank you!

love the small classes, and not feeling intimidated while working out since we're all working together. also love the help! going to another gym, there's no one to check for form or challenge me so it makes me love this place more and more every day 🖤

This was the perfect gym for me. The trainers were kind and encouraging, while simultaneously pushing us. I appreciate that the gym's emphasis is on health, not merely on external appearances of the body. For instance, there are no mirrors lining the walls of this gym. You are encouraged to find the motivation internally, and to seek greater health. I also found great comraderie with the people i... More

This was the perfect gym for me. The trainers were kind and encouraging, while simultaneously pushing us. I appreciate that the gym's emphasis is on health, not merely on external appearances of the body. For instance, there are no mirrors lining the walls of this gym. You are encouraged to find the motivation internally, and to seek greater health. I also found great comraderie with the people in my class; there is a mutuality and cohesion among the gym's members that comes from, I think, the ethos that the gym creates. All in all, I lost the weight I had hoped to lose, got stronger, made friends, and feel better about myself. Thanks, Queer Gym! Less

Their team is great! They will all help you meet your goal. I did their before the holidays challenge and in 4weeks I lost more than 3% of my body fat and 10lbs. It's not easy but they keep you motivated. Their classes are amazing!

Great environment! I did the 4-week challenge and met my goals with the guidance and support of the team here. Most of my workouts were with Coach James and Coach Requia, both of whom are absolutely fantastic. They've always got your back - try the semi-private classes if you can!

I enjoy for 4 weeks and I am so happy with my results!!!! The coaches make me sweat 💦they are amazing ..... I never thought to reach my goal. I lose lbs and body fat whatttt yes I did..... I feel great 😉 this gym have the amazing team yeeeeah

I would recommend this gym for anyone but especially other NB/trans/queer all the lgbtqia people in general! It feels very inclusive and I always feel comfortable there. The workouts are always different, challenging, and with coaches who help your form and make it a lot of fun. Definitely try this gym!

This gym is fantastic! The coaches are energetic, attentive and encouraging. Their workouts are killer and creative. If you're looking for a place to get a good workout with fabulous people, this is it. I can't recommend this gym enough!

I really enjoy this Gym's trainers. They are accepting, knowledgeable, kind, and curate great workouts. They make gong to the gym challenging AND enjoyable. Great atmosphere. Definitely a great place to be.

I've only been attending class for 2 days now, but let me tell YOU!!!! It has challenged me to keep coming. When u have a group of people rooting for you, and telling me "Girl, you inspire me" "i was watching u and u are doing great" Coah Mira " "Okay, thats what i like to see, way to push through" hunny with this kind of motivation, I'll be strong, healthy, in shape, and skinny in no time. lol

Hi! I'm writing this review to say that I love this gym! Like actually love it. I've joined gyms before but it never took. I love this gym for the support, accountability, and the friendly faces. The coaches push you but not in a unkind way and I appreciate that. It's not a competition and the coaches and class mates make that known by just being themselves. The motto is "do YOUR best" I love tha... More

Hi! I'm writing this review to say that I love this gym! Like actually love it. I've joined gyms before but it never took. I love this gym for the support, accountability, and the friendly faces. The coaches push you but not in a unkind way and I appreciate that. It's not a competition and the coaches and class mates make that known by just being themselves. The motto is "do YOUR best" I love that because you have to start somewhere to get better. So if you're new to getting healthy or want to push yourself to be better and not be judged or feel uncomfortable this is the gym for you! Less

Hi all! I just finished my 6 week challenge and feeling great! I lost 20 lbs and feel a lot lighter and more energetic. It was great meeting new people in a safe space and the coaches really worked us out, uh... in a good way! ;-) If you want to get into shape and make friends, the gym is totally worth it!

During the 6 Week Challenge, I went from 24% to 18.9% body fat – and I feel great! Included in the challenge are 3 classes a week (for a total of 18), a semi-personalized nutrition plan, ongoing communication with coaches, and a community of other gym members via Facebook groups. They don't exactly hold your hand throughout the process, but the coaches are pretty responsive via email and the Face... More

During the 6 Week Challenge, I went from 24% to 18.9% body fat – and I feel great! Included in the challenge are 3 classes a week (for a total of 18), a semi-personalized nutrition plan, ongoing communication with coaches, and a community of other gym members via Facebook groups. They don't exactly hold your hand throughout the process, but the coaches are pretty responsive via email and the Facebook group is a great way to get questions answered quickly. Just be prepared to put in some work when it comes to signing up for classes and scheduling weigh-ins at the middle and end of the six weeks – do it a week in advance and you should be good. The challenge is pretty involved and requires a good amount of effort, as any real transformation would. Each hour-long class starts with a check-in where members (usually about 15 or so) go around and state their name, pronouns (this should be standard practice everywhere!), current injuries (so the coaches can make modifications to the workouts), and a short icebreaker question. I love the class names (e.g. "Oakland Booty" for lower body strength, "Hella Arms & Abs" for upper body strength), and the coaches do an excellent job of keeping you motivated, making adjustments for those with injuries, and correcting your form (important for a gym with no mirrors). The bulk of the class features high intensity interval training, followed by a short cool-down period of stretches (sometimes aided with foam rollers or lacrosse balls). I left each and every class drenched in sweat and feeling euphoric. One thing I should mention is the atmosphere. The reason I felt comfortable going all-out during my workouts is that the Queer Gym lacks the elements of conventional gyms that usually turn me off: lots of grunting straight guys, mirrors everywhere, too many people using too few machines, and the feeling of silent judgment at any sign of being outside the norm of gender or sexuality. It's amazing how much harder I work out with all those things stripped away! Keep in mind that this is a small business in the middle of an exciting growth period. What they lack in equipment, they make up for with small class sizes and personalized coaching. There are no locker rooms, so you should either get changed beforehand or use the gender-neutral bathroom. Some might find the onboarding process to be a bit disorienting and it might take a little bit to get the hang of all the websites that are given to you during the challenge, but the resources are helpful and it's worth it in the end. They're also starting to add more social events, which is great for fostering a sense of community. If you're looking for a supportive, body-positive gym with fun classes run by queer POC, The Queer Gym is your spot! Less

There are no bad things that I can say about this gym. I came across a advertisement on my feed for the Queer Gym several times but never thought too much about it. I figured it was just another gimmick to get more enrollments. I was wrong. I was planning on running a half-marathon and wanted to get into shape again. I was terrible at following a plan and even worse at getting a diet/meal plan... More

There are no bad things that I can say about this gym. I came across a advertisement on my feed for the Queer Gym several times but never thought too much about it. I figured it was just another gimmick to get more enrollments. I was wrong. I was planning on running a half-marathon and wanted to get into shape again. I was terrible at following a plan and even worse at getting a diet/meal plan together. The best part of the 6-week challenge was that I had to do very little on my own. Coach James and Nat were amazing in getting this program started. I knew my expectations and what exactly I needed to do in order to achieve my goals. I cannot express how amazing the trainers are here as well. Specifically, I had the privilege of working with Coaches Requia, Jacqueline, Jimmy and Mira. Each one was great at keeping the classes motivated and interactive. I would not have been able to get through the workout without them cheering us on. The Queer Gym is more than a workout locations, it’s a community. I would LOVE to see these concepts expand to other parts of The Bay Area or across the country! I have never felt so comfortable walking into a gym, surrounded by strangers because I knew, no matter the fitness lever, we were all cheering each other on. So happy to be part of the FitFam! Less

I will try to focus my review on the 6-week challenge The good: - The challenge definitely gave me the motivation to hit the gym and reach for the salad - The coaches are all great and really tried to get to know me - There's a strong social component to the gym. I can see myself making lots of queer gym friends eventually - I felt like I was walking into classes as a whole person not just an at... More

I will try to focus my review on the 6-week challenge The good: - The challenge definitely gave me the motivation to hit the gym and reach for the salad - The coaches are all great and really tried to get to know me - There's a strong social component to the gym. I can see myself making lots of queer gym friends eventually - I felt like I was walking into classes as a whole person not just an attendee - The $15 no show/late show fee pushed me to make it to class every time The bad: - There isn't much transparency upfront on the specifics of the challenge. Only once you're in your consultation do you learn of the $600 you have to put down and the specific pre-determined goals (5% or 20 lbs). The pressure to sign on at that point is very high - The custom meal plan was hardly custom. It was given to me based on my answer to "How much do you weigh?" And generally implied that everyone should be losing weight.. It wasn't until I was half-way through the challenge that I learned I was supposed to be gaining weight - There is no structure for accountability partners. You're told to find people who have similar schedules, given 10 min to do it during orientation, and that's it Recommendations for gym: - Allow people to go home, think about what you told them during the consultation then sign a form, provide card info, etc online - Meet with everyone in the challenge during the first week to talk about their specific goals. This would've solved my problem with the meal plan and given me a better idea about which classes to take - Introduce a team component to accountability partners so they have a shared goal/responsibility to keep them motivated and well, accountable Recommendations for people considering the challenge: - Do the challenge if you have a will of steel or are willing to part with your money. If you're already small, I would consider it an extra 3 times - The gym is a good place full of good people, socialize Less

Super worth it if looking for a small and intimate experience. Lots of effort goes into making sure all are welcome.

I’m new on this 6week challenge, really excited on this transformation to begin. Coaches are really nice people n can’t wait to meet them all🤗🏃🏼‍♀️

The Queer Gym has been a great gym to be a part of for the last 6 weeks. I have seen great success by my peers on the 6 week challenge, particularly for those that are trying to lose weight and/or body fat. Unfortunately, I was hoping to gain more muscle than I did. They defined the goal for gaining muslce to be a gain of 8 lbs. of muscle, and I didn’t meet that goal. I am not sure that was reaso... More

The Queer Gym has been a great gym to be a part of for the last 6 weeks. I have seen great success by my peers on the 6 week challenge, particularly for those that are trying to lose weight and/or body fat. Unfortunately, I was hoping to gain more muscle than I did. They defined the goal for gaining muslce to be a gain of 8 lbs. of muscle, and I didn’t meet that goal. I am not sure that was reasonable, but I suppose someone may have been able to accomplish that. I did see some muscle definition. I like working out there. The community is strong and growing stronger. Be forewarned that this is a small business trying to grow a little too quickly. They aren’t able to keep up communications with members, scheduling has been a bit messy, and coaching appointments were not easily available. If you can give them a little grace regarding these issues, then I would recommend it. Less

I just finished the 6 Week Challenge and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Let me tell you why... About 4 years ago I became unemployed for reasons that left me feeling very traumatized. During the following years I noticed that my mental health seemed to be on a downward spiral, so I did my best to combat that with improving my physical health, which was going great until I ended... More

I just finished the 6 Week Challenge and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Let me tell you why... About 4 years ago I became unemployed for reasons that left me feeling very traumatized. During the following years I noticed that my mental health seemed to be on a downward spiral, so I did my best to combat that with improving my physical health, which was going great until I ended up needing a minor surgery that left me unable to use my full range of motion for 3 months. During that time I completely fell into an unhealthy routine, which progressed into massive depression. I could barely get out of bed most days, yet I could see so clearly in my head all my goals, all the things I wanted to achieve that day or in near the future. However, I felt paralyzed, unmotivated, and stagnant. I kept telling myself I'd start the change tomorrow, then tomorrow would come, and I'd tell myself the same thing over and over again, yet would take no action. Why couldn't I make the commitment to myself? Will I ever have the energy to motivate myself and hold myself accountable for my actions? Then one day, while I was lying in bed I saw an ad on Instagram for The Queer Gym's 6 Week Challenge and I thought, "6 weeks, that's not a long amount of time, I can commit to that." Little did I know, but in that moment, my decision to finally commit to helping myself was the one thing I needed to begin changing my life. The first week of the challenge was a whirlwind! I showed up to orientation and immediately felt bombarded by all this new information. I was given a detailed meal plan, a grocery list and recipes and it all felt a bit overwhelming. I was told I was expected to take 3 classes a week for 6 weeks, with a weigh-in once every weekend. So, I did all the things that we're asked of me to the best of my ability and by the end of the 1st week I saw immediate results. Wow, this was actually working!? I noticed that the classes, even at their fullest, felt intimate enough to still feel I was getting the attention, support, and motivation of the coaches and trainers. And it was refreshing to be in gym surrounded by fellow queers and lots of fem energy (a nice vacation from the macho vibes most gyms give off). By week 3, I had already hit my goal, which was shocking, but felt amazing! However, I also realized that I had hit a wall mentally. I was putting so much effort into doing all the things that would give me results physically, yet failed to realize how I was ignoring my mental health in the process. So for the last 3 weeks I focused on how to harmonize the program with my life in a way that was fully sustainable to me, and it worked! By the end I lost 6.7% of my BMI (my goal being 5%) My reward? I feel healthier, stronger, confident, and motivated to see all the goals I have in life to fruition. Plus, because I met my goal, I get my monthly membership reduced by $5 for every .05% of my BMI that I dropped. That's $30 off folks. For those turned off by the "high" monthly membership price, I encourage you to try and find another gym that gives you both the support and motivation of a personal trainer, combined with a ton of necessary diet and nutrition information, cuz I don't think you're gonna find it anywhere else. Just remember, before you decide to do this challenge, just make sure you know what you need and/or want out of the it. You will get back as much as you put into it. However, I do not believe that this is a "one size, fit's all" program either, so if at any point you feel something isn't working for you, vocalize that to the coaches because they are there for YOU and are more than happy to help modify something to accommodate your needs. Less

They were very kind, and they helped me with modifications and worked with me to make exercising something I could actually do with a chronic illness. There was some annoying unsolicited advice, don't feel obligated to follow the coach's advice (esp. with nutrition), they know a lot and also nutrition is a wonky science that makes sweeping generalizations, so what works for many people might not... More

They were very kind, and they helped me with modifications and worked with me to make exercising something I could actually do with a chronic illness. There was some annoying unsolicited advice, don't feel obligated to follow the coach's advice (esp. with nutrition), they know a lot and also nutrition is a wonky science that makes sweeping generalizations, so what works for many people might not work for you. I had a lot of fun doing the 6 week challenge, it was really difficult, especially at the end, but I think it was worth it. Less

The BEST GYM!!!! Try it out you will really like it. Start to feel good and be happy...

The queer gym helped me reach half of my over all goal in 6 weeks. The workouts are hard enough to push you and the trainers are attentive enough to make sure you’re not over doing it. They’re always willing to help you with modifications without letting you quit mid motion. Take a James Cooley class if you’re looking to learn while pushing yourself, he also has the best music playlists, sorry ot... More

The queer gym helped me reach half of my over all goal in 6 weeks. The workouts are hard enough to push you and the trainers are attentive enough to make sure you’re not over doing it. They’re always willing to help you with modifications without letting you quit mid motion. Take a James Cooley class if you’re looking to learn while pushing yourself, he also has the best music playlists, sorry other coaches! Less

I stumbled upon an ad for The Queer Gym’s 6-Week Challenge on Instagram about 8 weeks ago. I typically scroll right past things like this but the timing was perfect. I was 8 weeks away from a bachelorette party where I’d have to put on a bathing suit, and my body has changed drastically in the last couple of years due to a change in career and diet. As a traveling marketing rep I found myself eat... More

I stumbled upon an ad for The Queer Gym’s 6-Week Challenge on Instagram about 8 weeks ago. I typically scroll right past things like this but the timing was perfect. I was 8 weeks away from a bachelorette party where I’d have to put on a bathing suit, and my body has changed drastically in the last couple of years due to a change in career and diet. As a traveling marketing rep I found myself eating a lot of fast food and sitting for long periods of time, which was a far cry from my 10+ years in the restaurant industry where movement and connection to good food was a given. Needless to say, I had the 20 lbs and body fat to lose. After 6 weeks of intense meal planning, made easier by the program and support from other members, and being sore in places I didn’t know I could be sore, I am so happy I signed up for this challenge. The environment at Queer Gym is so welcoming and warm, which is a huge difference from most gyms. I’ve never been a gym person, but now I’m proud to say I have a gym where I can go without feeling inadequate. Come join us!! You’ll be glad you did � Less

If you're looking for a gym that isn't like the rest and is a community this place is for you. I've always felt intimidated going to gyms especially when I felt I was just helping the pockets of some greedy corporation. But at the Queer Gym you get that sense of community from the couches and staff that see you for who you are and are there to help. I decided to become a member after my six wee... More

If you're looking for a gym that isn't like the rest and is a community this place is for you. I've always felt intimidated going to gyms especially when I felt I was just helping the pockets of some greedy corporation. But at the Queer Gym you get that sense of community from the couches and staff that see you for who you are and are there to help. I decided to become a member after my six week challenge where I ended up losing 10lbs and 4.4 body. I don't think I would ever get these results especially in the span of 6 weeks without the help of the coaches here. After seeing these results I knew this was the real deal and I especially loved the community. I highly recommend the Queer Gym! Less

It’s a terrific challenge for everyone. Fun and friendly members and trainers. :-).

I did the 6 week challenge and it really worked! I lost 5% body fat and can actually see some abs!!! The meal plan is not easy and it is BLEAK but the results speak for themselves. The trainers are super friendly and welcoming, and they really pay attention to you during the workout. I will caveat this review by saying, if you are an experienced athlete, or are looking for a real weight trainin... More

I did the 6 week challenge and it really worked! I lost 5% body fat and can actually see some abs!!! The meal plan is not easy and it is BLEAK but the results speak for themselves. The trainers are super friendly and welcoming, and they really pay attention to you during the workout. I will caveat this review by saying, if you are an experienced athlete, or are looking for a real weight training experience, this may not be the gym for you. But it is great for beginners, or people who want to lose weight. The best thing about this gym is it truly provides a safe space for people who may be intimidated by the typical gym environment, or don't have the confidence to get started. If you are that person, this gym will feel like home, and will allow you to kick start your journey to a healthier lifestyle. Less

Great environment, awesome coaches. I couldn’t recommend the Queer Gym more highly.

I love this place with all the encouragement and great trainers This place is a must if you want your best body yet!!!

This place rocks :-) Nathalie, the trainers and the facility are the best there is and there isn't a 6 week program out there that is as good as this! #StraightUpQuality

Excellent facility, encouraging community, great staff and an owner that really cares about the clients. Love this place!

An awesome facility & an amazing staff! Only positive vibes found in this place!

Yesterday I started my 2nd week and I feel good about it lost a little weight last week trying to not lose much more weight this week but after I finished at work on my legs with wobbly

Really enjoyed the 6-week challenge overall! DJ is literally the best coach ever and I can't thank her and the gym enough for all of her dedication and support! Would love to come back and join the gym full-time if only the monthly cost wasn't so steep :/

I forever have been struggling with my weight. Once I seen the 6 week challenge ad I just signed up thinking it may be something that I probably wouldn’t follow through with and sure enough I did. The staff was super cool with me not being able not to do a certain movement and modified it for me so I can still move. Big ups to John Akana and Nat helping me through this challenge and helping me na... More

I forever have been struggling with my weight. Once I seen the 6 week challenge ad I just signed up thinking it may be something that I probably wouldn’t follow through with and sure enough I did. The staff was super cool with me not being able not to do a certain movement and modified it for me so I can still move. Big ups to John Akana and Nat helping me through this challenge and helping me nail it! Less

I always get a great work out in the classes at the queer gym. The coaches are great at modifying workouts to make it easier for those with injuries, or harder for those that want a little extra push. I know that I will walk (or sore shuffle) away from every class because it was a great workout!

Finished the 6 week challenged successfully! Dropped over 5% body fat and am continuing my journey with a newfound knowledge and appreciation for what my body is capable of. The price to join is my only setback- while i am aware of how expensive it is to offer what they offer and the need to pay for the coaches and facilities, as a gym that serves the queer community they must take into account t... More

Finished the 6 week challenged successfully! Dropped over 5% body fat and am continuing my journey with a newfound knowledge and appreciation for what my body is capable of. The price to join is my only setback- while i am aware of how expensive it is to offer what they offer and the need to pay for the coaches and facilities, as a gym that serves the queer community they must take into account the varying degrees of financial access and offer the option of paying on a sliding scale. If my boyfriend and i could afford to we woukd defibitely join. Unfortunately we can only afford 24 hour fitness for $35 a month but when they start offering individual class passes you better believe we will be back! Less

Just successfully completed the 6 week challenge and really enjoyed my time here. I liked going to a gym that doesnt push fatphobic agendas. The only drawback is the price, I wish there were different types of memberships so those of us without a lot of disposable income can come here. Or maybe a scholarship option for people of color. My gf and I traveled from Hayward to come to this gym and we ... More

Just successfully completed the 6 week challenge and really enjoyed my time here. I liked going to a gym that doesnt push fatphobic agendas. The only drawback is the price, I wish there were different types of memberships so those of us without a lot of disposable income can come here. Or maybe a scholarship option for people of color. My gf and I traveled from Hayward to come to this gym and we would gladly continue to if and when we can afford the membership. Jada was our favorite coach. Thanks for everything guys! Less

I've been skinny my whole life and never really had much confidence in my physical abilities. Despite this, I got up the courage to front the money and face the 6-week challenge. I wasn't sure what to expect given that the gym had just introduced the option to do a weight gaining goal. The nutrition plan and the workouts seriously pushed my limits. Ultimately, I met the goal and was able to add ... More

I've been skinny my whole life and never really had much confidence in my physical abilities. Despite this, I got up the courage to front the money and face the 6-week challenge. I wasn't sure what to expect given that the gym had just introduced the option to do a weight gaining goal. The nutrition plan and the workouts seriously pushed my limits. Ultimately, I met the goal and was able to add 8+ pounds while keeping my body fat percentage consistent the whole way through. Beyond how the challenge went for me, the thing I really gotta mention is the atmosphere. Gyms and social situations, in general, are out of my comfort zone, so props to The Queer Gym for providing a place for everyone where it's ok to fail and get back up and go beyond yourself. Less

I just finished the 6 week challenge and it was so much fun! Before I started at the gym I did not work out at all and I ate junk food all the time. But doing the challenge has gotten me up on my feet and eating right! I thought it was gonna be a lot harder to change my diet/exercise but the coaches there were really helpful and supportive! I highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to get he... More

I just finished the 6 week challenge and it was so much fun! Before I started at the gym I did not work out at all and I ate junk food all the time. But doing the challenge has gotten me up on my feet and eating right! I thought it was gonna be a lot harder to change my diet/exercise but the coaches there were really helpful and supportive! I highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to get healthier and meet new people! Less

I signed up for the 6 week challenge and met my goal! They helped me get back into healthier eating and moving habits. I had forgotten what it felt like to be more in tune with my body. I'm grateful for the opportunity given to get back into shape. The gym was clean and pretty roomy. It only felt packed a couple of times/didn't feel too crowded. They had one rowing machine and one elliptical... ... More

I signed up for the 6 week challenge and met my goal! They helped me get back into healthier eating and moving habits. I had forgotten what it felt like to be more in tune with my body. I'm grateful for the opportunity given to get back into shape. The gym was clean and pretty roomy. It only felt packed a couple of times/didn't feel too crowded. They had one rowing machine and one elliptical... nice to get warmed up sometimes. The class times were pretty limited: M-Th 3 morning classes and 3 evening classes. The gym was closed Friday nights and only two a.m. classes on weekends. I get it-queers like to party and dance too, but not all of us. I enjoyed the classes but sometimes wished for: more variation and more cardio options. The names are, of course, very gay and fun. I also appreciate that they include stretching and utilize rollers and massage balls. Every class starts with Name/Pronoun/injuries/and a trivia question... it was pretty gay and I liked it. :) It really helped build community and felt nice to get to know people a bit better. I liked the people I met and loved working out with other queers, young and old-er. I really liked the instructors, but most left within 2 weeks of each other. Reading some of the other reviews, I guess this is pretty normal sort of turn around for the gym. ??? The 6 week challenge was... challenging. I went in knowing I had to lose more than 3 pounds a week to meet goal. Most medical health professionals recommend losing 2 pounds a week, at most! I didn't like that fact but felt pretty desperate to start getting back in shape. The betting-$500-on-yourself thing worked for me but I didn't like the advertising technique used: bait and switch/free gym for 6 weeks, but $500 up front with chance to win back. You go in for an orientation and they are expecting people to have $500 available the same week. This worked for me, I had the $$$, and I really liked the opportunity, but it is not for everyone. Overall, I really enjoyed my time at The Perfect Sidekick. However, the location was a bit out of my way and the hours weren't perfect. The TPS gym membership is just as much or more than other gyms who have more classes, more times, less turn over, and more equipment. I also have another gym membership elsewhere. For these reasons, I did not continue on to a membership at TPS. I recommend TPS to people trying to kick off a health journey and to those who can conveniently go to this gym. I also know regular gyms are difficult to feel safe and comfortable at for many of us... if that is an issue- you should definitely go here! Everyone is so nice and supportive. Less

I Love the Queer Gym!! There is an actual space where I can work out and not feel judged for who i am or how i look! having a staff and choaches that respects my pronouns is huge!

First off, their class name game is strong: Tops ’N Bottoms, Hard Core Homo, Oakland Booty — LOVE IT. Second, the instructors are consistently awesome at making the workouts adaptable for people with various injuries to those who want more of a challenge. But best of all is the phenomenal community at the gym, which includes the staff and members alike. It’s a super chill environment with both n... More

First off, their class name game is strong: Tops ’N Bottoms, Hard Core Homo, Oakland Booty — LOVE IT. Second, the instructors are consistently awesome at making the workouts adaptable for people with various injuries to those who want more of a challenge. But best of all is the phenomenal community at the gym, which includes the staff and members alike. It’s a super chill environment with both newbies and veterans of all shapes, colors, and sizes. From my very first visit — I never felt like an outsider at The Queer Gym. Less

Before signing up for the 6 week gym challenge I was under the impression it was free but during the first meeting realized how much the challenge was which comes to a total of $499. I understand if you complete the challenge you get your money back but for those who aren't successful in numbers even when following the plan to a T lose a considerable amount. If it wasn't for my best friend who p... More

Before signing up for the 6 week gym challenge I was under the impression it was free but during the first meeting realized how much the challenge was which comes to a total of $499. I understand if you complete the challenge you get your money back but for those who aren't successful in numbers even when following the plan to a T lose a considerable amount. If it wasn't for my best friend who put the $499 on her creditcard I wouldn't have been able to participate. $499 is an extremely large lump of money especially considering I am qwoc trying to survive in the bay area. For a gym that promotes helping the community it is hard to fully believe that when with such a high cost for the challenge or for the normal gym membership so many of the queer community can't participate in something that should be more inclusive. After paying the $499 (which Nat charged me in two payments so that it wouldn't be so much at once) we had orientation which we were then told we needed to buy over $100 in supplements and that folks who remix the plan don't hit goal so despite not having that kindof money I felt like I had to do it to make back the 499 so I did. I think starting off with letting people know right away how much they are going to come out of pocket is the responsible thing to do especially when you're targeting your community. I think I heard that there is some scholarship program starting, it would really be amazing to offer full scholarships/ and or partial scholarships for folks in the low income bracket who need an extra hand in getting in a healthier routine. I think when I started they were still /are still going through changes. I got the impression some of the trainers were being overworked/overscheduled. I do appreciate certain things changing while I was there like not keeping the scale out. It is difficult to watch people weigh themselves multiple times in one gym session, it creates unhealthy gym environment especially considering most people doing the challenge are concerned with either the scale or the bmi tester. I did see complaints about certain things on the facebook group and watched Nat fix them or begin to set changes in motion so that's reassuring that they are listening and trying to make sure needs are met such as getting new mats, painting the gym, getting sanitization wipes and a water cooler. I did most of my classes with Yvonne who was amazing and I am super appreciative of how patient she was when I forgot how to do something or couldn't figure out how to do something in the workout sessions. Kay was also amazing, her yoga classes made hard days more bearable and her classes really did help with stretching and alleviating the soreness. I hope yall get her some more equipment and better yoga mats. I took a few classes with Kendra who also is amazing and patient and genuinely cares that you know what you're working out with each move on how to do it properly. The trainers have all been really great and every class I took was a welcoming environment. I do feel better than I did 6 weeks ago and I do feel stronger and can notice a change in my moods. I wish the gym was affordable to continue with classes but I just honestly will never have that excess monthly income to afford the gym's membership. Less

If you are you looking for a gym that erases the labor of black women, aids in gentrifying Oakland and contributes to homogenous beauty standards in queer community, then look no further! This is definitely the gym for you! Why answer to community when it's simply easier to ignore everyone and continue to pretend that there hasn't been any critique or call to action? For the gentle price of 170 ... More

If you are you looking for a gym that erases the labor of black women, aids in gentrifying Oakland and contributes to homogenous beauty standards in queer community, then look no further! This is definitely the gym for you! Why answer to community when it's simply easier to ignore everyone and continue to pretend that there hasn't been any critique or call to action? For the gentle price of 170 a month, complicity can also be yours. Health is wealth.... priceless 👌🏾💁🏽‍♂️ Less

This review is long over due! I lived around the corner before the gym moved from Park, and let me tell you, Nathalie's Saturday morning classes kicked my butt! Clean and comfortable space, had everything you need. I have been slacking and have not been to the new location yet, but definitely looking forward to it.

Phenomenal gym! Professional clean and grade A service! They go above and beyond to take care of all your fitness needs! Love this place!

Nathalie is amazing... always working on self improvement, team improvement, and service improvement! i highly recommend if you are looking for a place to motivate you and get you in shape!

I've been in the Bay for awhile and this place only gets better. Love this place!!

An awesome space to get a great workout. The environment is fun, the coaches and staff are amazing. Come check out the new location, more space to workout with great people 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽 #thequeergym #6weekchallenge #oakland

My cousin lives in Oakland and I've done several drop in classes when I visit....love this place! The staff and members there are welcoming and it’s always a pleasure working out in an environment that is so friendly like theirs! I’ve made new friends and can’t wait to plan another trip! Makes me wish I was a local! Keep up the great work! ��

Such a fun, welcoming place to get your fit on! The staff really care that you reach your goals. I would highly recommend it 👏

Finding a gym were the staff actually care about progress is very difficult to find. Nat will hold you hand to keep you on track every step of the way!! Hand down one of the best places around!

If real results are what you’re looking for, this is the gym for you! The trainers and staff there are very accommodating and the energy is always great!

Nate and her team care deeply for their clients and will push you to get the results that you have failed to get with other programs. Highly recommend!

II dropped in when i was in town and had so much fun!"

Love the concept, love the energy and I love the workouts. This is the only place that uses accountability and follows through with what they say. No doubt this is the best option to get back into shape...

Nat is a caring gym owner who does everything she can to serve her customers. She’s up before the sun and returns late at night. She’s out her heart and soul into making this a destination for anyone who would like to get healthy. I recommend everyone ignore the sneer campaign against her and look at the positive results and impact she’s made in countless people’s lives.

This place is legit! The owner, her team and the community they've built there are super impressive....and don't get me started on those workouts! Lol

I have been to a lot of gyms in my life and I have to say the passion that Nathalie and the Queer Gym family and team share with the members and their results is impressive and inspiring. If you want to be part of a community where the owner and staff actually care - then this gym is for you!

The 6 week challenge was a bait and switch. The whole spiel ended with "but really, you need to put down $500. And if youre successfull, youll get it back." Had that been clear in the first place, I wouldnt have wasted my or Tai's time (she was cool, tho). It all seemed really shady. Then I heard about QG throwing and event the same time, date and place as an already established queer event. Nah.... More

The 6 week challenge was a bait and switch. The whole spiel ended with "but really, you need to put down $500. And if youre successfull, youll get it back." Had that been clear in the first place, I wouldnt have wasted my or Tai's time (she was cool, tho). It all seemed really shady. Then I heard about QG throwing and event the same time, date and place as an already established queer event. Nah. Too much shade and lack of ethics. I cant even recommend this place. Tis a pity. Less

I've been going to this gym for a little over 5 yrs now and despite the negative propoganda that you hear about this gym ( which are all bs by the way), the Queer Gym has been one of the best queer spaces that I've been to in Oakland. If you wanna get your fitness game on point and have the discipline, focus, with no BS attitude and be with other queers through the sweat, tears, and glory of acc... More

I've been going to this gym for a little over 5 yrs now and despite the negative propoganda that you hear about this gym ( which are all bs by the way), the Queer Gym has been one of the best queer spaces that I've been to in Oakland. If you wanna get your fitness game on point and have the discipline, focus, with no BS attitude and be with other queers through the sweat, tears, and glory of accomplishing a better version on you.... then this is the gym for you! Trust me! I'm a testimonial result! Less

The folks at The Queer Gym know their stuff, and the vibe is inspiring AF. You'll not find a better place to get your fitness on. Most gyms are pushing bodyshaming and bad fitspo, it's refreshing to see a gym actually respect their people. That's The Queer Gym.

The Queer Gym is a place where anyone, any body type, gender identification, and race can go to work out and get support, wonderful support. I have been a member for 10 months and I have seen how Natalie, Kendra and the rest of staff focus on providing a safe, welcoming space for queers or queer friendly folks. As with any small business, there are some challenges, i.e move was executed quickly ... More

The Queer Gym is a place where anyone, any body type, gender identification, and race can go to work out and get support, wonderful support. I have been a member for 10 months and I have seen how Natalie, Kendra and the rest of staff focus on providing a safe, welcoming space for queers or queer friendly folks. As with any small business, there are some challenges, i.e move was executed quickly without warning, classes can be cancelled occasionally. However, I have always found a team welcome to feedback and ultimately focused on helping everyone have a inclusive, supportive experience while we get healthy and strong and have fun doing it! Less

I thought I was too old but, I’m not! I’m a little sore the next day after doing my arms and abs but, got on the Elliptical this morning and worked that soreness out:) This whole experience has been excellent! I completed the six week challenge in five weeks. From 210 pounds to 186 pounds. My body fat percentage rate went from 25% to 20%. I would recommend this challenge to anyone and this gym... More

I thought I was too old but, I’m not! I’m a little sore the next day after doing my arms and abs but, got on the Elliptical this morning and worked that soreness out:) This whole experience has been excellent! I completed the six week challenge in five weeks. From 210 pounds to 186 pounds. My body fat percentage rate went from 25% to 20%. I would recommend this challenge to anyone and this gym. You’re never too old to get in shape! Less

The people who run this gym genuinely care about their clients! Check them out! - You know you're curious!!! ;)

Love it! Always a safe space to be yourself while you workout! There are some fantastic trainers here. And plenty of floor space to move your body.

My friends signed me up for the Hella Gay 5K and it was mad fun! IThe Queer Gym staff made it a point to mingle with all the runners and even asked runners that if they saw anyone by themselves to make sure to say hi to them bc they didn't want anyone to feel alone. They were super nice and professional...the event was so well organized! I was impressed with how professional and friendly The Quee... More

My friends signed me up for the Hella Gay 5K and it was mad fun! IThe Queer Gym staff made it a point to mingle with all the runners and even asked runners that if they saw anyone by themselves to make sure to say hi to them bc they didn't want anyone to feel alone. They were super nice and professional...the event was so well organized! I was impressed with how professional and friendly The Queer Gym team was...5 �! Less

I signed up for the 6 week challenge and Nathalie and her team helped me lose 22lbs within that time. I'm so grateful to have gone through and crushed that challenge. I will revisit when I can better afford the monthly membership. I work in Menlo Park so the only times I could go to the gym were week nights and weekend mornings so scheduling classes was challenging for me. These time slots were ... More

I signed up for the 6 week challenge and Nathalie and her team helped me lose 22lbs within that time. I'm so grateful to have gone through and crushed that challenge. I will revisit when I can better afford the monthly membership. I work in Menlo Park so the only times I could go to the gym were week nights and weekend mornings so scheduling classes was challenging for me. These time slots were limited (classes only hold up to about 15 people) but I was patient and willing to move things around whenever something was full. The environment felt super inclusive. The gym utilizes group classes as its main focus with some semi private sessions in the morning. Every group class started off with a mini ice breaker: name, pronouns, any injuries, and a short question. I really appreciated that it made me feel like we were building community on top of working out together. Coaches were always willing to make modifications to a workout if someone was injured or if it was a little too hard. Less

We are saddened that Nathalie Huerta (The Queer Gym, Owner) is determined to knowingly erase the People's Annual Oakland Pride 5k FUN RUN, WALK + ROLL - an Oakland LGBTQ Pride Eve event founded by Black LGBTQ+ folks for EVERYONE! Nathalie participated in the annual free Oakland LGBTQ+ Pride eve run that predates the Queer Gym run. The following year she decided to offer a fee-based run - in the... More

We are saddened that Nathalie Huerta (The Queer Gym, Owner) is determined to knowingly erase the People's Annual Oakland Pride 5k FUN RUN, WALK + ROLL - an Oakland LGBTQ Pride Eve event founded by Black LGBTQ+ folks for EVERYONE! Nathalie participated in the annual free Oakland LGBTQ+ Pride eve run that predates the Queer Gym run. The following year she decided to offer a fee-based run - in the same place, same time, even promoting it with the same name as the community run and in the exact same location as the original community run - effectively pushing the community run out of its annual space in 2016. We (over 440 of us) have reached out repeatedly and are asking that she simply choose another month for the gym run and honor the work of the marginalized Black LGBTQ folks who created the original free Oakland Pride fun run for the entire commUNITY. We should run, walk, roll and/or sit + cheer freely + united on Oakland Pride Eve - we can still support the fee-based gym run on another date. To widely advertise the fee-based Queer Gym run (with the support of Oaklandish's budget) on the same annual Oakland Pride Eve date/space as the free one is an attempt to splinter the community when we should all be working together - isn't that what our ancestors created Pride for? To use another Oakland Bay Area legend - The Hella Gay DJ and Dance Party tribe's cultural cache - built over more than a decade - to add "sexiness" to the gym run without Hella Gay's permission - all in an attempt to dupe others to unwittingly participate in the erasure of their own oppressed Rainbow Family members is cruel. Please tell Nathalie to support the precedent-setting annual Oakland Pride Eve community run by simply choosing a different month for the Queer Gym run. We ask that Nathalie come run with us + share our free event rather than continue to harm it. Less

I attended a few years ago and only trusted and enjoyed one trainer and once they left I left soon after. I didn't like the work outs that the other trainers did and was also disappointed that the demographic was mostly non-POC. I'm glad I was able to meet that one amazing trainer but other than that I didn't care for what was being offered.

Finished my 6 week challenge and lost 5% of my body fat! The classes are great with encouraging coaches, challenging workouts, and the gym overall great a sense of community with the other queer folx trying to get healthy and fit. There wasn't a single time that I didn't leave class drench in my own sweat! Doing the 6 week challenge help change the way I eat and got me out exercising. If you can ... More

Finished my 6 week challenge and lost 5% of my body fat! The classes are great with encouraging coaches, challenging workouts, and the gym overall great a sense of community with the other queer folx trying to get healthy and fit. There wasn't a single time that I didn't leave class drench in my own sweat! Doing the 6 week challenge help change the way I eat and got me out exercising. If you can afford it and ready to commit to being a healthier you check out Oakland hella gay Queer gym! Less

Finished the 6 week challenge and lost 20 lbs. coaches call you on your BS and push you to work harder because they know yoU can. I'm so appreciative for the open and welcoming environment!

Great trainers! Great work outs! Down to earth people!

This is going to be a semi-long review, so stay with me... The first time I came across the TQG was when I went to an even at Rio for 4th of July and their car was parked outside. I get so happy whenever I see queer things, so as soon as I noticed the car, I instantly got excited and decided to take a picture next to it. I promised myself from that day that I would check them out. Fast forward... More

This is going to be a semi-long review, so stay with me... The first time I came across the TQG was when I went to an even at Rio for 4th of July and their car was parked outside. I get so happy whenever I see queer things, so as soon as I noticed the car, I instantly got excited and decided to take a picture next to it. I promised myself from that day that I would check them out. Fast forward to a few weeks later, my partner sends me this Instagram post from TQG that talks about the 6 week weight loss challenge. I think she sent me this for fun but never thought that I would actually sign us up which I did. A week later we're signing a contract to enter the challenge. Something that we weren't really sure about first because it was $499 and then also, we haven't worked out in a LONG TIME so we were pretty much comfortable being lazy. But we both looked at each other and thought how this opportunity wouldn't come easily to us anymore and that it was time to make a change to our lifestyle. So we invested in it. 6 weeks later, I lost 20 pounds and my partner lost 5% of body fat! We completed the challenge and met our goals. My experience thus far has been amazing. I love the coaches, especially Nedra who no longer coaches at TQG. She made sure that the class was always motivated and kicking butt. Never in my life since I've come out have I had this many queer friends. Which I'm so grateful for <3 I do agree with people about scheduling and updating issues with the gym. I can see how that is frustrating for some people, but I always like giving people the benefit of the doubt and love to think that there is always a reason why they do something, if that makes sense. I am normally the type of person who has low patience but with everything that was going on, like the gym being relocated and changing/cancelling classes, I wasn't too unhappy about it. I understood. Hopefully that is something they can work on in the long run, ya'll do have to understand that their team is fairly small so there is only so much they can do for such a high number of members. I just signed another contract with them for 6 months because I loved how much of an impact they had on my new lifestyle. I think I will be sticking with the same nutrition plan they gave me when I started and still go to the workouts. I can wait to grow with the gym and meet new queer folx! Less

I first encountered the Queer Gym in the context of the 6 week challenge. The best thing about this challenge was absolutely how many awesome local friends I made throughout the process. The gym itself, in terms of administration and execution, seems like it hasn't been keeping up very well with its recent exponential growth, but I'm confident they will catch up to themselves soon! Always a good ... More

I first encountered the Queer Gym in the context of the 6 week challenge. The best thing about this challenge was absolutely how many awesome local friends I made throughout the process. The gym itself, in terms of administration and execution, seems like it hasn't been keeping up very well with its recent exponential growth, but I'm confident they will catch up to themselves soon! Always a good problem to have :) Overall, I liked it enough to do the next challenge too. Less

The Queer Gym was overall a good experience for me. Doing the 6 week challenge was never something I pictured myself doing, let alone succeeding in doing so. It was just the push I needed to start making lifestyle changes with no more excuses. The classes were great with the sense of accepting community members and coaches around me. I think it's so important to do introductions like they do here... More

The Queer Gym was overall a good experience for me. Doing the 6 week challenge was never something I pictured myself doing, let alone succeeding in doing so. It was just the push I needed to start making lifestyle changes with no more excuses. The classes were great with the sense of accepting community members and coaches around me. I think it's so important to do introductions like they do here: name, pronouns, and answer to a silly question; this was you feel a little less awkward getting into all sorts of positions and sweating like crazy near the people in class. Going 3+ days a week was fun and I genuinely looked forward to going to my classes and having that "hurts so good" sore feeling afterward. The nutritional plan was the hardest part for me and some of it may have been attached to the fact that the reasoning/science behind it wasn't explained to us. It was easier for me to reach the goal of the 6 week challenge (lose 20 lbs or 5% total body fat) because I was not very active or conscious of my eating habits before starting, but it was much harder for people who were already working out & eating healthy before they started to get to the predetermined goal. I think it'd be more wise and health-oriented of the gym to consider using a percentage of personal weight, body fat %, or inches around the waist next time they do something like this. Some challenges that should not have been a part of the 6 week challenge (and probably as a regular member of the gym) included poor explanation of all details of the challenge (I was in the very first group so I have some empathy that they accidentally omitted some important info - ie, 3x per week meant 3 days, not 3 classes - but groups following mine seemed to have the same questions that my group had, week after week), last-minute cancellations (I understand if a coach is sick, but if their reason to close the gym is due to an event in which the date was known about for months in advance, it's disappointing for people who were counting on those days as a workout day), the gym moving with no/little warning (I didn't even get the email just because I wasn't subscribed to their general emailing list that sent out info on health, workouts, etc.. There should be a mass email to every single member and challenger in the case of something huge like this), not being emailed about a coach leaving (same reason as before), relying heavily on FB to distribute info, and its general expensive pricing makes it unaffordable to many in the community, especially the neighborhood's community they recently moved to. Less

Just finished the 6 week challenge as of Sunday. Not only did I lose 21 lbs, I gained a new family, confidence and a healthier self. Six weeks ago I had sky high blood pressure, minimal endurance and not much motivation. With the help of the coaches who clearly know their stuff, I ran a 5k, my blood pressure is back in the normal range and I can actually keep up in the classes (most of the time) ... More

Just finished the 6 week challenge as of Sunday. Not only did I lose 21 lbs, I gained a new family, confidence and a healthier self. Six weeks ago I had sky high blood pressure, minimal endurance and not much motivation. With the help of the coaches who clearly know their stuff, I ran a 5k, my blood pressure is back in the normal range and I can actually keep up in the classes (most of the time) !! If you care about your health and the environment you work out in, I cannot recommend The Queer Gym enough!!!!! Less