Elite Fitness Downtown - Santa Ana, California

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I’ve been going to Elite Fitness Downtown for a while now, and it’s been an amazing experience! The semi-personal training sessions are tailored perfectly to my fitness goals, offering the right balance of guidance and independence. The trainers Felix and Gus are knowledgeable, attentive, and always available to provide tips and corrections, which has really helped me improve.
Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, this place makes everyone feel welcome and supported. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a motivating and positive gym environment!”

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TLDR: Great coaches, welcoming atmosphere. Varied exercises to engage all muscle groups, tailored to each members ability. Would recommend to friends & family.

I started at Elite Fitness 2 months ago after YEARS of not exercising. I'd get winded going up more than a flight of stairs & struggled carrying 30lbs. I now feel better than I have in years.

My first session I felt like I was going to die (or at least vomit) but by the second week I felt like I could get through the sessions and was getting a great workout.

Coaches vary the exercises to work all different muscle groups, make sure my form is good. They can modify the exercises to any ability but still challenge me to push myself when I'd probably slack off. I know if I was working out at home I'd be repeating the same 4 exercises, not using enough weight, and probably quitting half way through.

Both the coaches and the other members are great - it's a very welcoming, fun, and positive atmosphere. That definitely makes it easier to get there on those days I want to skip working out.

I'd recommend Elite Fitness to people of any skill level. I never thought of myself as a "gym person," but I never thought a gym could actually be fun while still being effective.
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Tim Meraz

Elite Fitness was exactly what I was looking for, I joined 2 months ago and couldn't be happier. Joaquin, Felix and Gus are fantastic and the other people there are very friendly and helpful which creates a very positive, uplifting environment. I am 69 and healthy, but i want to optimize my overall health, physical conditioning, mental sharpness and well-being. After my short time at Elite I already feel some results, first of all, I go three mornings a week and I feel absolutely high when I leave. My mood is better overall and i'm sleeping much sounder now. I feel stronger and notice little things like standing from sitting on the ground or getting up out of a lounge chair are now much simpler and effortless. Best thing I've done in a while, can't wait to see more results!

Natalie Lopez-Rock

I am someone who could never commit to a gym. I am easily intimidated by not knowing how to use a machine, the weight, the reps, the other people waiting on me. Here at Elite Fitness Downtown I have accomplished more than I thought possible. The trainers at Elite are encouraging and supportive. I feel like I am going to the gym with friends every visit. The community they have built is wonderful. I am fitting in clothes I haven't fit in years. I know I found my place and will continue my journey with Elite pushing me to accomplish more and more.

Cindy Aguilar

Elite fitness really provides you with all the tools you will need so you can succeed in your fitness journey. The trainers are very approachable and understanding of where you are in terms of your fitness level. Not only do you get a great workout but also get an education that will help you in the long term even when your not there.

Irene Diaz

I highly recommend to anyone wanting to feel better healthwise and appearance. First couple of weeks I could feel how out of shape I was, but the team knows what extreme they can work and still give you that good complete workout. I was excited to see I’ve dropped body fat

Stefan Bell

Elite Fitness Downtown
To describe Elite Fitness Downtown and Joaquin Martinez? One has to include the art shows, the music, the parties for members, fundraisers for sick members, and a community of kind people working towards health, fitness, and the betterment of the lives around them.

In order to get a full sense of the vibe? Elite Fitness Downtown is in The Historic District of Downtown Santa Ana, Ca. The original capital of California. Buildings that used to be hotels that American Presidents stayed at. Magnificent architecture from the turn of the 19th to the 20th century, 30’s High Art Deco fixtures…it’s like waking through a museum. The whole neighborhood.

To top all of this is Elite Fitness Downtown’s commitment to art, music, artists, and the monthly Art Walk in Downtown Santa Ana, Ca. One of the oldest and most established art centers in the US.

And to finish? Joaquin Martinez is a classically trained musician whose music heals and enriches the lives of the people that hear it. You can see him playing Saxophone in the pictures. From playing and helping support Art Walk Santa Ana to playing events for local businesses, events, and even DJ’ing events for gym members.

Elite Fitness Downtown is more like a community and a lifestyle than what is traditionally thought of as a gym; it is a hub of mental, spiritual, & physical health.