Ultimate Fitness - Chula Vista, California

Raúl M. P.

Houston is the best personal coach I have ever had.

After more than four years of not exercising regularly, with several failed attempts to get in shape, thanks to his planning, totally personalized for me, I can say that I feel comfortable again with my fitness and my body.
It's been six months since I started and I now feel that my gym routine is just another part of my daily routine, and I feel good every time I complete it.

In addition, the gym is really well equipped, all the staff is friendly and the overall atmosphere is excellent.
I feel very comfortable going there and it has always been very easy to ask how to use a machine or do an exercise when I didn't know how. 100% recommendable.

Ulyses L.

This is a gym that has what you need and that’s about it. If you’re looking for a gym with any amenities then go somewhere else. I’ve been going here for about 3 years so here’s what I’ve seen.

PROS
Olympic weights
Usually empty from 8am-1pm
Deadlift platforms
Kind staff
2 classes daily focused on different body parts

CONS
2 locations only
Water fountain has been shut off since Covid
Damaged machines
Damaged flooring that has potential to lead to injury
Broken machines
Constantly dirty
Only 1 membership that doesn’t allow guests
You’re not allowed to try the gym if your new, you need to pay 20$.
No guests allowed even though they have a sign that explicitly states you are allotted 3 guests daily. (Manager was notified of the sign and still does not allow guests in)

This gym is primarily for those who want to lift in conditions that would be regarded as subpar. 30$ a month is a hefty sum for a gym that does not provide amenities and is scattered with damaged equipment and flooring. I paid 300$ for a year and I wish I went somewhere else. Still a good gym to lift but it’s not worth the money, go to 24 hour or LA Fitness if you want more bang for your buck and water.

Mayrim G.

I have been going to Ultimate Fitness for over 6 years and I love it there. The community and staff are awesome, and it is really comfortable to work out there. For the past two months, I have been training with Houston, and my experience has been excellent. Houston offers a hybrid approach, combining in-person and online training, which perfectly suits my needs. His program includes both a meal plan and workouts personalized to my requirements.

I chose the in-person training twice a week, and I am very satisfied with the results so far. Houston holds me accountable and constantly pushes me to improve my diet and complete my weekly exercises. He is always available to answer any questions I have, explaining everything in great detail and clarity.

I greatly appreciate his flexibility and dedication to helping me reach my goals. Although I haven’t reached my final goal yet, I have noticed an increase in my awareness of what I eat and I feel stronger during my workouts.

I highly recommend Houston as a personal trainer. His knowledge and professionalism are exceptional, and he truly cares about his clients’ progress.

JONATHON M.

Ultimate Fitness Center is the best gym out here in San Diego. Been a member of this gym for 5-6 years. Recently I signed up to do personal training with Houston. He’s been pushing me and motivating me to get to my fitness goals. All the staff at the gym are great and outgoing. The vibes this gym has is awesome ! Highly recommend this gym 🔥

Juan L.

I joined Ultimate Fitness 3 months ago. The overall atmosphere of the gym is great. There is plenty of space, machines and weights. All clean and in proper working condition.

I had been to other gyms before over the years and would begin motivated but ended up not going back only after a few weeks. I realized I needed a personal trainer that would be able to get me on the right track and set me up with a tailored work out program to meet my lifestyle and fitness goals. I couldn’t be more satisfied with Houston as my PT. His professionalism, knowledge of the art and dedication was evident since day one. His positive attitude and enthusiasm has made each session enjoyable.

I’ve seen significant progress in my strength, endurance and overall fitness. I owe it to his focus on proper nutrition and making sure I worked on the foundations and correct lifting techniques before I significantly increased the weights. My confidence in moving around the gym and knowing what I’m actually doing is night and day from when I started. I now look forward to making it to the gym and appreciate all the benefits that come with that.

Jazmin Q.

I recently completed the Navy PRT Bootcamp training and had an outstanding experience. Coach Houston Fry was exceptional, demonstrating deep knowledge of both fitness and nutrition. Over the course of six weeks, I saw significant improvement, increasing my pushups from 9 to 20. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to enhance their fitness.

Edgar F.

This has got to be one of the best gyms I have joined! Gym is always clean and machines ready to use, they got the friendliest staff as well. When I first walked in I didn’t know what to expect from this club, immediately I was greeted by Sergio Bonilla who gave me a quick tour of the facility. He answered any and all questions I had about the gym, also offered great rates for his training 👌🏼 he has helped me to stay on track with my fitness goal and even on days when I don’t train with him, he always gives me suggestions on new workouts to try out! He’ll walk you through it and show you how to properly do the exercises to avoid injuries. Definitely one of the best gyms out there!

Judith I.

Not your “ traditional” gym and honestly it’s better that way. Houston Fry as a personal trainer really makes the difference in how you can view gyming. From his knowledge and encouragement to ask questions to his patience and at the same time way to push you without taking the fun out of personal training n dieting. He really focuses on being on the same page as you and making a training plan actually personalized to what you desire to get out of the experience. What is most important to me is that he teaches you how to make it a life style . Thanks coach!