Orangetheory Fitness — Local services in San Clemente

Orange theory is my new favorite! I tried it yesterday for the first time. Courtney, at the front desk, was very welcoming and genuinely seemed happy that I was there. She was very patient in showing me the equipment and how to work the treadmill and rowing machine. Linda, the instructor, was motivating and gave me great information on technique and so forth. She even encouraged me to take OTF to Bakersfield and open a franchise there. And I will consider it. I tried it again today with Jonathan. His excitement was contagious. Again, Courtney gave a huge welcoming smile as I walked in and was very friendly! I brought a new friend from out of town today and Jonathan spent A lot of time with her, and giving her a lot of personal attention, which made the experience even more wonderful! As a fitness instructor myself, I know how important it is to make your members feel welcome and successful. Orange theory of San Clemente Has mastered this concept and I can't say enough good things about it. So from an instructor Who has been in this industry for the last 20+ years, I give this gym five stars and...

Great classes, variety and good challenges, but they have very strict policies that don’t make sense. Like 5 minutes late policy for some, but not for everyone. If you are more than 5 minutes late to every class, ok, I understand to not let you in, but when you go to every single day and show up on time and one time you made a mistake and arrived 7 minutes late, to not let you in, seems ridiculous. Being told is for safety reason is even worse. People go in and out of class all the time, to get water, to the bathroom, etc. No injuries there. No cell phone in the class, but people bring it anyway and who cares. If you don’t want to do the class, and be on your phone, that doesn’t affect me. People chatting inside the class is a lot more disruptive than someone on their cellphone. Constant promos for new members, but old members pay the same old high fees. In conclusion, loyalty...

The coaching. Even though it’s a group session, I feel as if I have a personal coach. The San Clemente coaches give great instruction, are very attentive, and correct my form if I’m doing an exercise incorrectly so I don’t hurt myself. I’m in my 60s with chronic back issues so I want to strengthen my core, get physically stronger, and have more endurance. Every coach I’ve had is motivating, encouraging & friendly. With my back issues they will modify some of the floor exercises so my body still gets the same benefits from the workout without injuring my back. Also love it’s only an hour and each time the workout is different. Better workout than 2-3 hours at a...