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Nightmare Muscle Santa Cruz offers top-tier barbell training, specializing in powerlifting, Olympic lifting, and strength & conditioning. Our members have free access to weekly updated, expertly written programs tailored to each sport. We also feature an extensive collection of Strongman and Armlifting equipment for serious athletes looking to elevate their training. With experienced coaches, group classes, and a supportive, no-nonsense community, this is where you come to push limits and train without the distractions of overcrowded spaces. Whether you're prepping for competition or personal goals, Nightmare Muscle is the gym for dedicated lifters.
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Nick
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Ella Desmond
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I have been going to this gym for about 2 years now and I was greeted with the most amazing community ever. The people here are kind and supportive and are always happy to spot you and or give tips and tricks. This gym has been foundational to my development in fitness and character. I would highly recommend popping in for a day pass or checking out some of the classes they have available.
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Sierra Flow Fitness April
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This gym had an incredible atmosphere and the staff was so welcoming! Thank you Michael and team for putting on an incredible and well organized event for our first time powerlifter with Forge Your Own Story. We hope to be back someday for another event or just workout with you guys! Thanks again!
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Taryn
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Strength gyms should serve all types of athletes, and that's what Nightmare Muscle Santa Cruz does. From weightlifting to powerlifting to strongman to conditioning, whether you prefer solo or group training, this is a great place to be. Add in the commitment to community, rather than just get in, get a workout, and get out (though you can do that if you want), and this is easily a 5 star gym!
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Gabe Carter
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Raymond Zambrano
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Thaddeus Singleton
β 5
Greatest powerlifting gym in the Bay Area!!
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Myles Copley
β 5
Great gym, friendly staff, thanks for everything!
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Jennie Lou Tippett
β 5
Iβm so grateful for Nightmare Muscle hosting the Forge Your Story first time lifters meet! My barbell club traveled over 3 hours to attend and we are all so inspired to keep on competing!
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Christa Gibson
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First time baby lifter here! This was such an amazing experience!! Thank you for putting on this event and being so supportive and welcoming. Iβm hooked! Nightmare muscle Santa Cruz for the win! Highly recommend
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Danielle Luna
β 5
Nightmare Muscle Santa Cruz put on an amazing meet. Well organized and great pace!
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Patricia Caballero
β 5
Great gym has the essentials ! Has some group classes as well!
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Melissa Mcgee
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Hannah Cowan
β 5
Forge your story by breaking PRs was rad at nightmare muscle Santa Cruz. π€πΌπͺπΌ well put together and motivating.
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Racy Ming
β 5
Had a lot of fun at my first lifting meet here - super kind staff that explained everything and made it a great, supportive event!!
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Scott George
β 5
Santa cruz strength has been around for so long and has always been a pillar to the local strong community. Now with Mike and nightmare muscle at the helm believe it or not it's somehow become an even more incredible gym. A must visit if you are traveling and a perfect home if you're local looking for a spot to grow.
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Rhylee Diaz
β 5
Awesome gym and amazing atmosphere!!
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Jourdan Garnier
β 5
Clean, versatile, grounded gym experience. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. They make you feel part of the family. Shoutout to Lexi and Dali! NMSC has an awesome selection of equipment. This is an absolute playground if youβre into powerlifting, oly lifts, or anything that requires space, focus, and good vibes. Check out their special equipment!
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Alexis Medeiros
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I have been a member of this gym since 2019 and I have built so much strength and confidence over the years thanks to the coaches and strong community. Thank you for being a safe space for any level of lifter to come and get strong!
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Morghan King
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Favorite gym in Santa Cruz for Olympic Weightlifting! Been coming here since 2020 and stayed because of the people!
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Maureen Tacas
β 5
Came here to visit while on a little vacation. So glad I came across this gym. I was able to get all my lifts in without having to wait for anything.
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Jeremy Ball
β 5
Hands down best gym in Santa Cruz if your serious about powerlifting or even bodybuilding. The gym gives old school vibes and is definitely barebones which is pretty sick. Its open 24/7 depending what time you come you might be the only one which is nice basically a private gym. Its a smaller friendly community everyone is open to chatting but if you just wanna focus on your workout its also perfect for that.
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Jacob Metcalf
β 5
If you think working out consists of moving heavy pieces of metal with your own muscles, this is the place for you. If you think working out primarily consists of fussing with $10k machines and bouncing around to club music, then it's not the place for you.
Queer and women friendly, they have female Olympic powerlifters for coaches. Also, they allow dogs.
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Josh Gonzales
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The gym and equipment is nice, but the staff is pretty rude.
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Brooke Rodriguez
β 5
Amazing gym! Has everything you need with a super open and accepting environment. Owner is great, accommodating and knows his stuff! Gym is roomy and also in a perfect location!
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Tilde Thurium
β 5
A powerlifter's dream! I competed in a USPA meet here. First and most important, everyone is really kind and encouraging. They have clearly built an inclusive gym community/culture.
Equipment wise, they have as many specialty bars as your heart desires. Calibrated plates galore. The pink barbell clips are a great touch. I'll absolutely drop in here next time I'm in Santa Cruz.
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Michael Liss
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Jason Huggett
β 5
This is my favorite gym in town! The staff are very kind and helpful, and the regulars there are super nice and supportive! Perfect for power lifters!
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Chuck Spillner
β 5
This is a great gym in Santa Cruz for beginners to advanced lifters. They have several trainers available to guide safely to your fitness goal.
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Rndm Nixonite
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Anand J
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Tracie Root
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Julian Thompson
β 5
My favourite gym in Santa Cruz. Welcoming, TONS of equipment and gear, and clean! I'm amazed how clean this place stays considering how much they have. Always love working out here.
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Luke Tanner
β 5
Excellent strength studio with friendly community and a gym owner who really cares about the members, the training environment, and the overall quality of the gym.
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Legare Hinds
β 5
Watched a meet here. Exciting and friendly environment.
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Hugh Marshall
β 5
No attitude, no cliques, just results and discipline. I trained here from August 2020 to May 2021 and I gotta say this was my happy place amidst all the chaos.
The owner, Stacey, among other regulars made me feel at home with their genuine culture of strength and resilience. When the world's gone mad you can always count on Santa Cruz Strength.
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Morris Fuller
β 5
Come here if you like barbells
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Charlie Neumeyer
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Drew M
β 5
Stacey takes great care of us. This intimate gym is great for lifting steel. No treadmills, no spin classes and they have amazing, dedicated trainers. Regardless of your current fitness level, if you show up, lift, repeat, you will change your life.
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Anthony Siu
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conor O'Sullivan
β 5
Offers several great training programs, including Olympic weightlifting and strongman
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Dillon Magee
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Adriana P.M.
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Mighty Movement
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Mike Murrow
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RJ Kayser
β 5
This gym is outfitted perfectly for all strength training sports including plenty of strongman implements. I will definitely be going back to Clay's gym anytime I'm in the area.
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Debbie Bailey
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Mike Murrow
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I'm 44 and have been told by countless Doctors that I need new knees and hips and I should just get used to it. Then someone suggested strength training. I Google and found this gym.
Let me tell you something. ALL my pain is gone. And they are the friendliest most welcoming people I've ever met. The owner Clay treats everyone like a friend. It's like "Cheers" (it was a sitcom back in the day for you kids). Sy my coach is patient and knowledgeable and I'm the strongest I've been in 20 years.
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Youtube person
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Manuel Ramirez
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Liz Paiva
β 5
Amazing place to get strong. SCS offers coached hours included in the price of membership, which you don't see anywhere else. More powerlifting, olympic lifting, and strongman equipment than any other place I've seen in the area. Custom programs are available every week, meaning you don't have to get bored with the same workout every time you're in the gym (AND you don't even have to think of what to do that day - just walk in, check out the board, and do the workout for that day of this week's program). Of course, you're also more than welcome to come in, put your headphones in, and bust out whatever workout you want. This place has such an amazing, inclusive community of uplifting individuals that will support you in whatever you're here to do. Cannot recommend enough.
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Dennis Pedersen
β 5
Great selection of free weights and strong man equipment. Great, supportive members. Not a place for people who want machines or mirrors.
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Tara K
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Parker Woodard
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Vojtech RouΕ‘ar
β 5
Best place to workout in Santa Cruz area!!!
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Craig Haydock
β 5
Leave your attitude behind. Shut up and lift. This is an awesome place to work out at. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great equipment selection. Clean facilities.
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olive
β 5
Good people, good environment.
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Ariel PΓ©rez
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Cris Bjornson
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Clay has a ton of knowledge and expertise in the realm of strength sports, and he's someone who truly cares about his members and their well being and you can see it. Highly recommend if your in the area!
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