963 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill
The former spot in Pleasant Hill where Golden Gate Western Wear used to be a few years ago, across from Sunvalley shopping center, is going to become an Orangetheory Fitness studio according to the latest city planning division report. Learn more about their heart rate-based workout routine here.
1508 Sunnyvale Ave, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that 9Round 30 Min Kickbox Fitness has opened in a new location in Walnut Creek right near N. Main St. on Sunnyvale Ave. Their other Walnut Creek location is in the Nob Hill shopping center on Oak Grove Rd.
From their website:
9Round is a specialized fitness center for people who want an unique, fun, and proven workout that guarantees results. 9Round offers a kickboxing themed fitness program that incorporates a functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs consist of a proprietary system of nine challenging workout stations developed by a World Champion Kickboxer.
99 Brookwood Rd., Orinda
A new yoga studio called Atma Yoga has opened in Orinda above the A.L.M.A. music school. Check out their schedule here. See what types of yoga are offered here.
From their website:
We believe yoga, being the union of heart, mind, and body is more than just a type of physical exercise. The name of our studio is a Sanskrit word (Ātma) which means one’s soul, spirit, or truest self. It is the essence of who we are internally and who we are seeking to become. We believe this best describes the philosophy of our practice and our mission.
1840 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that a new Lagree Method fitness studio called CB Fit opened recently in Walnut Creek near the DMV. Learn more about the 45 minute class here, checkout pricing here and see their schedule (scroll down) here.
From their website:
We emphasize CORE stabilization, using a patented machine called the Megaformer, through increased strength and BALANCE that are powered by the patented Lagree Fitness Method. The innovative celebrity trainer Sebastien Lagree created both Megaformer and Method using progressive spring based resistance so that clients have control of the intensity level while maintaining low impact on the joints.
25A Orinda Way, Orinda
The heart rate-based gym OrangeTheory Fitness is popping all over the East Bay and beyond with the latest one planned for a new development in Orinda across from the library. According to What’s Up Downtown Orinda, there is a lease pending for the ground level (“14K square feet of ground floor” is available in total) which needs approval from the Planning Department. Learn more about their heart rate-based workout routine here.
Alamo Plaza Shopping Center
Back in October we learned that the heart rate-based gym Orangetheory Fitness would be coming to the Alamo Plaza shopping center and they are now expected to open by the beginning of March. Check out the workout here.
Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
Way back in 2014 we learned that Crunch Fitness would be opening in the Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek and they have now opened. Check out the Walnut Creek class schedule here.
Danville Livery
A new fitness gym called Studio 26 opened recently in Danville Livery that offers Barre, Mat Pilates, and Tae Bo. Check out their schedule here.
From their website:
We barre hard at Studio 26. We are committed to elevating your barre experience by offering a 1-hour full body workout that combines small isometric movements with full range motions that incorporate light weights, resistance bands, yoga blocks, and balls. Each class is heavily influenced by music and will feature variations that engage your core, build lean muscles, lift your seat, and tone all around. Our instructors are trained to support you through challenging yet safe classes, and will offer modifications and adjustments as needed.
3413 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
The Karate & Fitness Place closed in February in Moraga and they have reopened in Lafayette. Check out their website here.
Alamo Plaza Shopping Center
The heart rate monitiring gym, Orangetheory Fitness is spreading all over the East Bay with the latest location coming to the Alamo Plaza shopping center next to the post office. Check for updates on their Facebook page here. Thanks to a reader for sending word.
From their website:
Orangetheory Fitness offers 60-minute workout sessions split into intervals of cardiovascular and strength training with heart rate monitors to track intensity and maximize metabolic burn. Increase energy, get visible results and burn more calories, even after leaving the studio. That’s the Orange Effect!