We are often asked, especially around the New Year, which gym is the best gym in Big Bear? Where can I go to improve or maintain my fitness? Do I need a membership or can I visit for a day or a week? Whether you are a full time Big Bear resident, part time second homeowner, or own a vacation home, there are many fitness options in Big Bear suited for all. We hope our list takes some of the guess work out of where to go for fitness in Big Bear. We’ll let you decide which gym is the best gym in Big Bear for your personal fitness needs and goals!
BodyTek Fitness – Gym in Big Bear
We love the flexibility BodyTek Fitness offers when it comes to it’s Membership options. Are you in Big Bear full time and need a regular go-to gym? No problem! Are you spending weekends at your Big Bear home and don’t want to lose your fitness momentum? Or maybe you’re periodically in Big Bear to re-stock and organize your vacation rental and need a fitness fix? BodyTek Fitness has you covered. They offer full monthly memberships (single, couple, and family), daily passes, 3-day passes, weekly passes, and even passes for a pre-arranged number of visits. Choose to take a group class, lift weights solo, tackle cardio with a VIEW, or hire a personal trainer! Bonus, they even have a kids room!
The Fitness Source – Gym in Big Bear
The Fitness Source welcomes all Big Bear locals, Seasonal Residents, and Tourists and offers 3 Tiers of memberships as well as Daily or Weekly passes. At Fitness Source, you will find “state of the art gym equipment in a modern and mountain feel health club”. Lift in the Strength Zone, outfitted with Technogym selectorized commercial equipment, Life Fitness plate loaded equipment, and free weights. Get your heart rate up in the Cardio Zone, complete with Technogym Touchscreen Treadmills, Ellipticals, Recumbent Bikes; Stairmasters; Concept Rowers; and Spin Bikes. Or, increase your energy in group classes, including the “Signature Blast Classes” (non-choreographed, circuit style classes) and Yoga.
7K CrossFit – CrossFit in Big Bear
Calling all CrossFit Lovers! 7K CrossFit is a perfect option for CrossFit aficionados. They also offer a 3 Step road to CrossFit for those who are new to the CrossFit world. Memberships options range from Unlimited, to 3 times a week, to a 1 visit drop in (CrossFit experience required), to 10x punch cards! This is ideal for all, whether you are on the mountain fulltime, are a Big Bear repeat visitor, or are visiting for a short time but need to keep your CrossFit momentum. They also offer yoga! Yoga classes are available as scheduled, so we recommend checking with 7K Crossfit for an up to date yoga schedule.
Stellar Crossfit – CrossFit in Big Bear
Another great CrossFit option, located in The Village, Stellar CrossFit boasts top-notch coaches and offers a wide variety of membership options and drop in classes to suit your time in Big Bear. You will also find opportunities for personalized nutritional consultations and online training! Book an introductory session if you’ve heard about CrossFit but aren’t quite sure if you’re ready to take the plunge! So, check their Schedule of Classes (closed on Sundays). Bonus, they have a CrossFit Kids program, which gives children an opportunity to be physically fit and active.
Big Bear Pilates – Pilates in Big Bear
If Pilates is your favorite form of fitness or you’ve been thinking about giving Pilates a try, you must visit Big Bear Pilates. Offering both group and private Pilates Classes, Big Bear Pilates features state-of-the-art Reformer and other Pilates equipment. Group classes are limited to 5 people (check their up to date schedule) and private sessions are by appointment. Developing a strong “core” and evenly conditioned body? Sounds great to us! If you are a Big Bear weekender or Seasonal resident, be sure to book a private session and take advantage of this fitness opportunity in Big Bear while you are enjoying the mountains.
Big Bear Yoga – Yoga in Big Bear
We can’t write about fitness and the best gym in Big Bear without mentioning Yoga! After all, yoga and a beautiful mountain setting go together like peas and carrots! Founded and operated by Big Bear local, Lisa Ann Gold, Big Bear Yoga offers so many wonderful yoga classes. So, sign up for Healing Yoga, Flow Yoga, Outdoor Yoga, Energy Balancing, or Dance the Elements The Elemental Ether. Keep an eye on their schedule, as some classes may be perfectly scheduled to fit with your time in Big Bear! Some classes are donation based and others have a fixed fee (for locals and visitors). It’s such a treat to have Big Bear Yoga in our community!
As you can see, there are many fantastic fitness options in Big Bear. What do you think is the best gym in Big Bear? Big Bear Lake Life is always interested in our Community’s input and supporting Big Bear’s local businesses. Send us an email at [email protected] if you have a favorite local fitness spot we should highlight!
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