The GYM

PROVIDENCE ATHLETIC CLUB in Oakland at 2134 Market St is more than a gym—a home, a community, and a family. Trainers like Camilo and Jamila provide personalized guidance with safety and proper form. The welcoming environment offers diverse equipment, a turf area for sled pushes, and programs for all goals—backed by scholarships for motivated members.

Get Bent Training is a Oakland gym at 2341 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, offering personal training, group classes, and remote programming. Coaches Jason and Pela are praised for knowledge, approachability, and flexible coaching that fits running, powerlifting, or general strength. The space is clean, welcoming, with great music, and a diverse community across ages and fitness levels. They host powerlifting and other events, plus 1:1 sessions on-site and remote coaching.

Tandem Pilates in Oakland offers reformer and mat Pilates in an inviting space with new equipment. Guests praise friendly instructors who explain techniques clearly and tailor guidance to all levels, creating a welcoming environment. From beginner reformer to intermediate classes, Tandem Pilates emphasizes proper form, thoughtful coaching, and a vibe that makes movement accessible and enjoyable.

Live Oak Strength, located at 5515 Doyle St #5 in Emeryville, CA, offers efficient, high-intensity strength training on machines. Reviews praise knowledgeable, personable trainers, excellent equipment, and a welcoming, calm atmosphere. Members train once a week for about 30 minutes, using a superslow, low-momentum approach that builds strength while minimizing injuries. Scheduling via the app is easy.

The Club at City Center is a full-service Oakland gym located at 1200 Clay St Unit 100, Oakland, CA 94612, offering cardio equipment, free weights, machines, basketball, racquetball, steam and dry saunas, and a mildly heated outdoor pool with towel service. The club hosts engaging classes and is praised for a friendly, attentive staff, with guided tours by Miko and personalized member greetings. Some feedback mentions limited hours, pool maintenance, and a 30-day cancellation policy.

International Boxing Institute in Oakland, located at 4606 Martin Luther King Jr Way, offers a welcoming, community-driven boxing gym with clean facilities and well-maintained equipment. Reviews highlight real-results focus, supportive coaching, and motivation at every pace. Led by Bilal and Ray, the gym also hosts women's self-defense workshops, creating a safe space for all backgrounds.