MCRD Fitness Center — Local services in San Diego

Update: 2024 I've been going to the gym for a couple of years. Aside when I'm overseas on an assignment but I've noticed I have been getting dirty looks by the staff, probably because I really don't talk to them. Plus some of the staff stare at me when I'm working out, I don't know why? Staff, you can judge me all you want, it will not impact my self worth. I just go to work out and mind my own business, then I leave. I'm going to stay away from your gym for a while, and go elsewhere [MWR] at least till my next assignment. I'm going to bring down the ratings to a 2 star for now.

Old post: Clean gym, good equipment, clean locker rooms, clean head, professional staff, 5 star for having a sauna. No military base in SD have saunas, at least not...

Good gym with some outdoor options as well. They have good music playing and tvs with sports on in the larger indoor area lifting area. Upstairs has tvs, some additional machines, and a relaxation room, but is primarily for cardio. Two vending machines that take cards are available at the main entrance with protein drinks in case you forget it. They have saunas in the locker rooms, which seem to work...

Pretty solid little base gym. Has everything you need to cover the basics between free weight and the usual machines. Even some platforms for Olympic lifts and a functional fitness area outside. The no chalk rule seems a little weird but it keeps it a little cleaner I guess. The sauna, while functional, was not very warm. But at least they have one...