San Clemente Gym

San Clemente, 1108 N El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672 | β˜… 4.6 (84 Review)

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A local old school gym that specializes in Powerlifting and strength training, a rare oasis for the purists who are tired of learning moves that are diluted for the masses, as they often are at Crossfit gyms when they integrate the lifts into high intensity circuits, or the big corporate box gyms that completely discourage or ban powerlifting as not to offend its general suburban membership base who are more interested in socializing and taking selfies. San Clemente Gym has held it’s place as an Old School gym for 40 years and continues to hold itself to those standards that started at Muscle Beach decades ago.

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Norman Thorlakson

β˜… 5

Great local gym. Owner is a good guy and frequently there in person. Staff is welcoming. Patrons of all ages and capabilities. Mix of new and some older gear, just about anything you'd want. Male and female personal trainers for hire. Good membership packages for full timers and vacationing part timers. Check it out.

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Joseph Kintzer

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Kevin Kenney

β˜… 5

This gym has all the equipment most people need to workout. Always clean.

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sofia reyes

β˜… 5

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Paul TΓΌshaus Policarpo

β˜… 5

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DK Ajiri

β˜… 5

I was visiting so I appreciated only paying $20 for the day. This gym is old school. Founded in 1978 and some of the original equipment might still be there😁. Don’t let that deter you.

It’s No Nonsense, not pretentious….and I loved it.

I didn’t have to sign a bunch of forms and the 1 teen lady working there was kind and helpful.

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Matt Berry

β˜… 5

Old school feel with everything you need to get a real workout. Would workout here over any commercial gym everytime.

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Joe A

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Kind of at a loss on this one. We enrolled in an exercise program through our insurance company that allows us to use a few gyms in our neighborhood. We've never had a problem with using it until San Clemente Gym. While we were greeted warmly as we entered, that changed once we said we were part of the insurance program. The girl at the front desk motioned for another guy(didn't get the name) to come over, which he began this story about how they were at their quota for the program. He was very dismissive and honestly didn't care whether we were helped or not. After calling our program, they assured us that there isn't a "quota" for the program, and that the gentleman took it on himself to make his own policy. All in all, San Clemente Gym may be a nice place to work out, but their front desk people gate keep that for your normal Joe Schmo. If I could give you a word of advice, stop making up things to keep from serving your community. It doesn't look good and will end up backfiring. Or just don't participate in programs you don't want to honor.

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Taylor Maddox

β˜… 5

Gym is awesome and people there are helpful and nice.

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Alexander Lauda

β˜… 5

Amazing new location I recommend going to at least check out all of the new equipment. Always the best staff!

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Alpha Landingham

β˜… 5

Was in San Clemente for business for the week. They have day and week rates, which is great for travelers. It has a neighborhood gym vibe, and though the equipment might look old, it all works great and takes me back to my original lifting days with no frill, and worn metal plates. They have everything you need for either powerlifting or cable workout. The staff is helpful and other patrons friendly.

Highly recommend this gym if you’re in the San Clemente area.

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A B

β˜… 5

Love the new location. Excellent gym for all your needs in San Clemente.

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Jon Phillipo

β˜… 5

Great gym!

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Frank Jovine

β˜… 5

Clean, equipment is always available. No long term contracts, cancel anytime!

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Alexis Weidell

β˜… 5

Great vibes and amazing service by staff! We are out of towners and were lucky to find this chill, old-school gym! Had everything we needed, very well kept and clean. Kyle went above and beyond by providing services and made us espressos to get us fueled for our workout! Would highly recommend for the experience and exceptional prices.

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Jesse Waite

β˜… 5

You have everything you need and more in perfect amount of space with good music!!! Great place to train! 100% recommend!

Metal weights!!!! these are very hard to find these days! Huge Plus!!!

Music was on point!!! Shout out DJ Openshaw!

We will definitely be back! My brother and I jogged here from the house ! The Openshaw Family are so rad! Thank you for your hospitality and great vibes !!

Jesse

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Beach Town Books

β˜… 5

Love this place, staff is awesome!

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Jeremy Cisneros

β˜… 5

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Troy Cline

β˜… 5

Been there since 84 great place!!!

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Chris Hertsgaard

β˜… 5

Great old school gym with plenty of free weights and sufficient machines, as well as cardio options... all with a killer ocean view!!πŸŒŠπŸ‘πŸ’ͺπŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈ

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Jerrell Burson

β˜… 5

Great Gym!!!

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Andrew Rhoads

β˜… 4

The pricing is $45 monthly and a $45 annual fee. The gym is small, but it was never busy enough for it to be a problem for the times I went.

Pros: Very easy to cancel and they don't jerk you around. The membership is month to month. They have all the equipment you would want. The atmosphere is great.

Cons: The front desk person didn't tell me about the annual fee, but when I emailed asking about the extra charge they gave me a free t-shirt.
The front desk is usually manned by kids and they don't know how to work the computer system. It took me over half an hour to sign up. They had a flood one week where the gym closed down for a few days. I wasted a couple trips, because their voicemail said they were now open.

The price is a little steep and if there was no annual fee I would still be a member.

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Elle Fortner

β˜… 5

Favorite Gym! Best Gym! And captain the dog is my favorite staff member

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Max B

β˜… 5

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Babak Mehranvar

β˜… 5

This place has everything
It is clean
Up to date
Wonderful people
The owner and his wife, They workout at the same place and they are very nice people
San Clemente Gym stay open and be fantastic as always

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Zachary Mitchell

β˜… 5

Great gym with a, my personal opinion, 'old school' vibe that I truly enjoy! The staff are all extremely pleasant and helpful! It's not huge and oversized like many other gyms, making it feel more personal. It has everything you need to work all major muscle groups as well. On top of it all, it's location is amazing! Dead in the center of all the going-ons of Sam Clemente!

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Steve Delarosa

β˜… 5

One of the best small local gyms in CA!

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Brenden Siferd

β˜… 5

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Dave Key

β˜… 5

Really terrific small gym with everything you need for an intense workout. The staff is terrific and the clients are friendly and are serious about their fitness. Great vibe!

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German Herrera

β˜… 5

It's 😎 coolπŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺ

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forrest gourney

β˜… 5

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Abdol Bahrami

β˜… 5

Everything you need and more to work out! Super clean.

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Miguel Lopez

β˜… 4

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Jim Lizzi

β˜… 5

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BT

β˜… 5

Great weight room, clean. Not too crowded. Family business with nice owner and staff.

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Jamie Logan

β˜… 5

Absolutely love this gym! Clean, great staff, gorgeous location.

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Juanita Flores

β˜… 1

I used to love this place. Unfortunately the new owner (John) is a major creep. He hits on women who are customers (myself included) and seems to pass back and forth between the gym and the bar next door. I had to leave I was so uncomfortable.

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Jon Robinson

β˜… 4

Only been going for a few days but from What I seen has a great community and definately makes the most use out of the space it has with its wide variety of gym equipment and ample enough space for it to get used.

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Jerry Medley

β˜… 5

Old school gym with a cutting edge.

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Alex Chavez

β˜… 5

Excellent gym. Better than I thought would be. For a smaller gym has good selection of equipment for whole body work. I’m a competitive bodybuilder and usually disappointed with most smaller gyms when traveling.
Manager was a great help when I first visited. Very friendly and he knew exactly what I would be interested in my lifting wants/needs.
Highly recommend and I’m looking forward to returning.

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Troy K

β˜… 5

Best Gym in the area! It's close to everything!!! It's clean and they have newer equipment! Cute and friendly staff! Better atmosphere than my last Gym that's for sure. Five stars for me!

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Dre B

β˜… 5

Fantastic gym with really friendly staff.

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James Wood

β˜… 4

I come over from England for a couple of weeks every year to visit my family in Orange County and for the past thirty or so years have worked out at this gym. It has an impressive and convenient location in the centre of town. Staff are friendly, helpful and efficient. The 'regulars' are always welcoming towards visitors like myself. The equipment is well maintained and fully meets my needs, with a good combination of free-weights, weights-machines and cardio equipment. The gym is clean, bright and well-ventilated, and provides good value for money.
See you again next year.
Jim Wood.

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Erin Frey

β˜… 5

Fantastic people, had a really great vibe, considerate, and with everything you'd want in a gym. I would go back in a heartbeat and sign up for a membership if I were from the area.

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Conor Forde

β˜… 5

One of the best gyms on the planet. Friendly staff, highly recommend

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D S

β˜… 5

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Nelson Hubbell

β˜… 5

Terrific Gym! Always enjoy working here when in town.

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C Hertsgaard

β˜… 5

Basic, simple, "old school" with an ocean view!

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Sweet Water Window Cleaning

β˜… 5

This is a great gym. Has soul and some good equipment. Staff are super nice and it is good value for money.

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Metric Hotrods

β˜… 5

I travel a lot, and this is one of my locations. Then highlight of my trip is always getting back into this gym. Great place, and a refreshing change from the bigbox fitness centers.

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Paul Winkelmann

β˜… 5

Great local gym. Amazing atmosphere, friendly staff, and never crowded. The staff treats you like family here and is always willing to help you out. I made the switch from 24 hour fitness about a year ago and haven’t looked back since. JC is the man!

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David Ekstein

β˜… 5

The complete staff is always so inviting and encouraging. The manager JC has helped build a diverse group of employees to interact, uplift, support and fuel each training session. I've sought guidance with muscle group training and techniques from JC himself, from Charlene, Spencer, Emma, Joe, Spencer, Jules, Zack and others have been friendly and welcoming, like Kira and Tavvy.
The camaraderie between the work environment as well as the clientele is above reproach. I truly look forward to coming in to see whoever is working and knowing I'll be able to get a strenuous and an enjoyable workout. The gym is always developing different circuit training providing a solid sweat and pump for all levels of gym competitors.
It has the basics and the more innovative equipment to ensure a solid foundation and the opportunity for you to push through yourself harder and further.
I recommend to all levels of enthusiasts!

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Zachary Plonski

β˜… 5

Always clean. Friendly (and cute) trainers, recently upgraded equipment and facilities. I feel like Norm in Cheers when I walk in, everybody knows my name. I would recommend this gym to all my friends. Get off your butt and just go there and work out! You'll love it!

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mike Dollar

β˜… 5

Great no nonsense gym. Friendly staff and members. Lots of locals work out there. Trainer Thavy is the nicest and most helpful person around. This place ROCKS!!!!!

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Alberto Flores

β˜… 5

Great gym to be a member of. Ample space at peak hours and members are so friendly. Small town gym feeling, unlike the cold plastic corporate feeling of the bigger gyms in town. Recently remodeled with great new machines for all levels of fitness. The dry sauna is great for the post-workout heat-shock protein development. The bathrooms are clean and spacious. The trainers are top-class and professional (shout out to JC). Staff is attentive and keep the gym very neat and clean. If you’re looking for a gym to call home or stopping by, check out San Clemente gym!

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Sally Leonard

β˜… 5

Really like coming to the gym there's friendly people like thavy. She is friendly and helpfull all the time.

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Randy Nordgren

β˜… 5

Chill place, never busy.

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Tim Walmsley

β˜… 5

Awesome atmosphere, staff very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone looking to better themselves. Lots of good equipment and programs available for anyone looking for a fun way to work out their own way. A very good selection of protein, pre-workout, drinks, headphones and clothing available. Membership is fairly priced. Love this place

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Duncan Hinson

β˜… 5

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Louise Mulvey

β˜… 5

Love the gym. Low key and friendly environment. Easy to get your workout done

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Rossetta Stone

β˜… 5

Super convientent to local shops and restaurants never too crowded and super friendly staff....love this gym...!😍

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T Hunter

β˜… 4

It's a great little gym. All old school and metal plates best of all.

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Sandy stoner

β˜… 5

I've been a member at SC gym for 28 years. I wouldn't go anywhere else. I appreciate the improvements, the gym has never looked better. Its convenient , the staff is the best and it gets the job done.

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Ben Williamson

β˜… 5

I've lost 10lbs of fat and gained 5 lbs of muscle, these guys know what they're doing! It's the gym I call home, terrific atmosphere!

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Ron Zvagelsky

β˜… 5

My favorite San Clemente Gym...period. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and just an awesome place to be.

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Spencer O'Neil

β˜… 5

Been coming here a while now for the family atmosphere. A must visit

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Vicent Moisa

β˜… 5

Went to the gym and I loved the experience. Everyone was very helpful especially Kenneth Boushh aka JC.

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Jc Boushh

β˜… 5

Wow the gym looks great!! Newly remodeled and more spacious than before. Never have people sitting on machines and love the people and staff. Best gym in San Clemente

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Zach Johnson

β˜… 5

JC is a great trainer! The staff as well as the other customers are super nice. The retro feel of the gym really makes it feel like a part of the town's history. And the location is close to home.

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Emma Warren

β˜… 5

Enjoy the staff. Manager is very professional.

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Gardson Sigugu

β˜… 3

This place is alright, for locals it's convenient.

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Dana Point Sportfishing

β˜… 5

San Clemente Gym is hands down the best gym in SC. It’s made working out easy, no crowds and all the equipment needed. I’ve lost 12lbs since becoming a member and feel great! I can say I’ve enjoyed every workout I’ve had there. Thanks guys!
Cpt. Cheyne

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carol Wetherbee

β˜… 4

Great Gym, With Everything You Need For A Good Workout!
Staff Are All Very Friendly & Helpful!
Our Go To Gym When Visiting San Clemente.
VERY CLEAN!

Larry & Carol β€œYour Michigan Friends”

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sarah ashley

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EVERY TIME I HAVE TRIED TO COME TO THIS GYM (3 times) I HAVE CHECKED THE WEBSITE TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE OPEN AND EVERY TIME I HAVE SHOWED UP THEY HAVE BEEN CLOSED. As you may see, I am very upset because I drove 20 minutes out here and set aside a few hours to workout with a friend AND EVERY TIME I HAVE DONE SO IT HAS NOT WORKED OUT. Today was one of those days. Please make sure to specify whether or not you will be open and keep your website updated!

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Bekah Blaylock

β˜… 4

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Sahil Desai

β˜… 5

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Paul Del Pozo

β˜… 5

Great little spot

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Shawn Bolyard

β˜… 5

Best Gym

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Jennifer Blake

β˜… 5

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Russell Roemisch

β˜… 4

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Michael Meyer

β˜… 4

Nice quiet small local gym great place for a good work out without all the social clicky attitudes that comes with 24 hour fitness, LA Fitness, and other large chain health clubs

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Jennifer Blake

β˜… 5

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Mr Bland

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