First Step Fitness

DOPE SPOT! Large space that allows a multitude of training options! There is indoor and outdoor space for programming, and a variety of training equipment. The trainers are top notch and the owner Mike is the most down to earth and energetic person on the planet! Incredible energy at this place.

I love all of the coaches at FSF! My husband and I started in August 2021 and almost a year later it's still our favorite part of the day. I went from struggling to carry groceries to hiking 12 miles in Sequoia (Jennie Lake). We workout 3-5 times a week and we feel so much stronger and healthier. The coaches are knowledgeable and a lot of fun to workout with. Highly recommend!

I joined FSF 7 months ago and I just love it! The environment, coaches, and fellow gym members are so welcoming! I have learned so much over these past months and look forward to going to the gym for once in my life!!

I highly recommend First Step Fitness. I have been going for over a year now. I get a really good workout every time and its different too so I am never bored. I also broke my ankle and Courtney was amazing at modifying my work outs and I still managed to burn a lot of calories without being able to run. I am so thankful to come to an inviting and warm environment that not only helps me physically but mentally too.

I wandered into First Step Fitness (FSF), unsure of my fitness goals and ambitions. However, shortly after, I was convinced I had found the right place. I was greeted by friendly staff and encouraged to talk to the owner. Javi and Courtney (co-owners) allowed me to try out the classes for a week. During that week, I witnessed the family environment coupled with challenging workouts. My classmates stepped through the door with a big smile day after day. The instructors carefully demo each exercise and patiently correct your form to avoid injury.

FSF is a great gym, and I encourage anyone interested in working out surrounded by good vibes and under the supervision of great coaches to come and check it out.

I've been going here for almost a year now, I can't recommend it enough. The gym has a great community cultivated by Javi and Courtney the owners, all of the trainers are great and I'm in better shape than I have been in for many years.

I was a member of First Step Fitness from January 2013 through 2016. When I left, I wanted to find something closer to my home. After spending two years at another gym, I made the decision to return to FSF in February of this year. Why would I do that when the other place was a mere five minute drive from my home and slightly less expensive? First Step Fitness is more than a place to workout - it is a close-knit family. Everyone is friendly and supportive, so it makes the tough workouts feel like an energizing lift versus a difficult chore. The trainers greet everyone and they even follow up if they haven’t seen you in a few weeks. The accountability is incredible because it is done in a positive way that motivates people to get the most out of their membership. Love this place!

First Step Fitness is the best gym in Long Beach. It offers a wide variety of small group classes to ensure that everyone reaches their individual goals. Owners Javi and Courtney are very friendly and knowledgeable and can motivate and push everyone at their current fitness level. All members and trainers are very welcoming and really provide a family/team type of feeling, that Javi and Courtney have created. Each class is specifically designed day to day to be challenging at all current fitness level and modification if needed. If you want to see results First Step Fitness is definitely the place to be.

I've been working out here for two years. This is a great atmosphere, the team classes are generally small enough for the trainers to give everyone plenty of personal attention. They assist with technique and work with each person individually when modifications to any exercise might be needed. The group working out here is mixed, ages from 19 to mid 50's, experience levels range from expert to beginner. The team concept is great, everyone gets motivated from each other. They work us hard in one hour and then we're out the door. No posing, no cologne, no jewelry, no cellphones just an great workout with good people.

First step is FIRST RATE in every way. It all starts with the owners, Mike and Amanda, who are simply wonderful people. The atmosphere is lively and upbeat. The trainers are fun, knowledgeable and care. The amazing functional workouts are challenging and diverse. And, the members are personable and inclusive.

First step fitness is a fantastic place to get and stay in shape. Class based training builds a team like environment where everyone works together to engage and enhance the workout.
Mixing cardio and strength training into a workout that is never the same twice is the way pro athletes are trained. This same approach at first step fitness has me in the best shape of my life. Give this place a try and you will keep going back.... Been over 6 years for me and I never leave without a smile on my face.

I never usually do reviews, but had to for this gym. The owners and trainers are amazing! You feel welcomed right away, not intimidated or left out.
Be ready to work when your there! Definitely going to miss coming here. (Leaving due to a move)

I came in about 2 weeks ago for a special they're having (12 days of fitness). I sincerely appreciate the special because unlike other fitness facilities and gyms that falsely advertise their "free" fitness program, FSF's 12 days of fitness truly is free. What I appreciate even more is that, when I cam in for my initial consultation, there was no attempt to sell me on a membership, and I was given the option to either talk about the program, or to actually go through the one of the classes that I had came in time for. I still have 6 more days to fulfill before the deal is done.

I really enjoy the workouts because they are a great supplement to my current training routine (power and weight lifting 4x/week; cardio 3x/week). The workouts are challenging, but doable, and I leave each session feeling accomplished.

I sincerely love the coaching staff. Being a personal trainer myself, I understand the importance of not only motivating clients to complete workouts, but also encouraging clients to push themselves. Every coach I've worked with is energetic, supportive, and understanding. They truly care about you and your body's capabilities prior to each workout. And though I've only been there for 6 days, I've learned that the coaches there are not only invested in the health, well-being, and success of each member that comes to these classes, they genuinely get to know the members who frequent the classes.

I come in the morning because it works best with my schedule, but also because I know that the evening sessions will be a bit more crowded with people coming in after work. I enjoy the extremely small class to instructor ratio. The afternoon classes are not packed, and the class to instructor ratio is still good, I'm just more into being a part of tiny fitness classes.

When I complete my 12 days, I will be looking to continue coming to FSF, as so long as it fits within my budget.

Would DEFINITELY recommend FSF to anyone looking to get into better shape--especially in a group setting.

For the past three years, FSF has provided me (and the team around me) with effective, fast, and fun workouts with amazing results (including being called an athlete 🏃🏻‍♂by my physician 😳). I’ve never felt better and I’ve met incredible people along the way. I’m glad that the FSF fam is part of my life.

Love working out here! Great space, friendly trainers, family vibe and the workouts are no joke but so much fun!... well worth the investment.

Attended a fine Art Show by Steve Felix and Todd Marinovich. Great venue with high ceilings, motivational inscriptions.

Great Place for a Workout. We visited our daughter and she took us here. Welcomed us as if we've been going there forever. Highly recommend.

If you're looking for the best gym in Long Beach look no further! You found it!
Friendly staff, and killer work outs!

Super friendly and helpful, very knowledgeable and they train you according to your individual fitness level.

Great gym. Great staff. Great price.