First City Fitness 2700 Garden Road, Monterey, CA 93940

"Had an awesome experience dropping in here! Filling out the waiver online was smooth. Gym had plenty of space and excellent equipment. Frank was readily available by phone for questions. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to drop in for a workout!"

"My friend Devin introduced me to the FCF community a little over 3 years ago. Frank (the founder) and his coaching staff are lovely people who will meet you wherever your skill and comfort levels are to help you achieve and maintain your fitness goals. I'm about as frugal as it gets but your happiness & health are priceless. Good thing FCF is there to bolster both!"

"First City Fitness is the total opposite of every lousy gym experience and preconception I had. I've never felt more welcome or better guided. Frank and all the coaches are incredible. My gymmates, the real athletes, are so friendly and encouraging. It doesn't matter to anyone that I'm older than many of them, that I've still got weight to lose and need the options to scale the workouts. Everyone wants the best for each other- and are proud of each other for showing up, keeping going, and for every personal best. I'm now hourglass, not pear shaped, again. People tell me I look great - I feel awesome and have the strength and stamina to have checked off some pretty remarkable bucket list items! It doesn't matter where you are now, just where you want to be. And you want to be getting started at First City Fitness, like I did a year ago!"

"I’ve been coming to First City for almost 2 years now. Gyms and weightlifting have always been intimidating and something I wasn’t interested in trying but I’m so glad I did! From the very first moment I stepped into First City I felt welcomed and comfortable. Frank and the coaches helped me learn all the movements and scaling options to ensure I was moving in a safe and efficient manner. But one of my favorite parts is the community. Everyone is incredibly friendly, we encourage and push each other and we lift each other up. I have never experienced that in a gym like I do here. First City is also 1 of the 2 gyms in the area that offers childcare and as a mom of 3, that is a priority for me. To know I can workout while my kid is in a safe and loving place is priceless! Keep up the good work First City, changing peoples lives one workout at a time!"

"I joined First City Crossfit in September 2023 and could not be happier with the overall experience. I've been to many crossfit gyms around the country and this has been, by far, the best. Frank and the coaches are outstanding! They have such a desire to help everyone grow and meet their personal goals, and the coaching has truly improved my techniques that I had not been coached on at other boxes. The atmosphere is awesome, the people are fantastic, and the gym/equipment superb. I can't recommend this place enough. As long as I live in Monterey, I'll be at First City Crossfit, no question. Come and see for yourself!"