Orangetheory Fitness Sacramento-Natomas

I have been an OTF member now for a couple of months. I go only once a week– had just gotten back to working out and was worried about injury from pushing too hard. I found I’ve already had to increase speed and incline on the treadmill to get into the orange zone (I’m a powerwalker). I appreciate that they give modifications for some of the moves I can’t do because of scoliosis or previous injury. I really like the instructors and find myself competing to do better than the week before. I highly recommend it!

If your looking for good cardio work out then this may be the place for you. I like the theory behind OTF. Using heart rate monitors (you are responsible to purchase an OTF monitor or rent one each time you workout) to monitor how hard your working out or the lack of so then you can push yourself. I only gave it a 4 star because I had issues about the billing for 2 months by the 3 month they worked out the kinks. Also the 530pm class gets full, you have to sign up via app, Internet or call to reserve your spot. If you don’t show up or don’t cancel they charge you. That is a huge inconvenience because of work or traffic. The trainers are great, they will push you, motivate you and listen to your needs.
Great place to start if your just starting to workout. Fun for all ages.

I’ve been a unlimited member since December 2015. I’m not a gym person and I hate working out but I had a baby in September and gained a ridiculous amount of weight. One of my best friends is a faithful member so I joined too. I need that accountability and motivation. It is personal training in a group setting but you are competing with yourself.
One downside I’ve experienced is there have been some turn over causing some schedule changes of the trainers. I really liked Scott and Spencer. They both had that perfect balance of pushing you and nurturing you at the same time but Spencer is gone to Roseville and Scott is mostly in the Elk Grove location now although he does night classes in Natomas. Avery is VERY popular. He’s tough. No nonsense and pushes you to push yourself. I spend most of the class hating him but it works. A new trainer Syd, started in April and I like her a lot too. I’ve gone to every trainer there except Champ.
The trainers really make or break a session. They have a solid group of trainers right now too but that could change at anytime.
There are motivating words on the walls and when we’re running on the treads and I feel like I’m dying and I wanna stop I read «RESULTS» over and over and over again.
Overall the workouts are really good and challenging no matter what your previous fitness level is. I would definitely recommend. I actually look forward to going and I’m not joking when I say I hate working out. I now go 5xs a week! If I went to a traditional gym I most likely would’ve stopped going by now.
«If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you!» –Avery’s favorite quote when he’s pushing us out of our comfort zone!

I’ve only been an elite member for two days and I’m already addicted! Tonight’s trainer (Scott) was awesome and definitely kept our class, especially myself motivated! He’s awesome!
I felt the BURN!!! This gym is very modern, clean, and has a ton of variety to help keep you motivated too. The staff at the Natomas location and Elk Grove have been very friendly so far!
If you haven’t already tried a class out, you’re already missing out on a fun and unique type of workout!

I went to OTF with my friend and gave it a shot. I absolutely loved the class that I took with Scott. The class was challenging but fun and went super quick. It’s an hour long class and I burned over 600 calories and I was very sore for the next few days and considered myself in decent shape. If you need the push than this is a great gym.
It’s a little too expensive for me to get the unlimited classes which is what I would like to have and unfortunately it doesn’t include regular gym use outside of the classes, but if you can afford it then I recommend it. I think unlimited is about $ 130 a month. I can imagine being in great shape if I was a regular.

The only reason I took a star off is because they do not have classes in a the middle of the day. I use to be a trainer and was heavy into fitness and in great shape. Then I met my wife and now I’m just heavy and a shape. I live in Natomas and belonged to Cal Fit and Iron Mile Crossfit (which is fantastic if your knees hold up) but my knees gave out at iron mile from all the sports I played and Cal Fit is too crowded when I can go and that takes away the ability to use certain areas that are restricted for personal training. I have been looking for something that hold me accountable and is motivating.
I went to my first class this morning (extremely hungover feeling sick) and I got a great workout. The coach was great, we used the treadmill, row machines, med balls, and TRX straps. I managed to burn 1103 calories in 60 minutes. It would have been more if I didn’t feel like running was going to make me puke. I wish I could sign up and do it 4 – 5 times a week but I work early and I am not sure if my schedule would work with their class times. It sucks cause I loved it.

Orange is the new workout.
If you are anything like me, I need motivation, direction and results when exercising. Orange Theory provides all of these aspects in one workout. This is group personal training where your coach will guide you in an hour long class comprised of cardio and strength training. You wear a heart rate monitor which tracks how hard your heart is working on a large screen along with everyone else’s numbers. So if you like competition, this will definitely motivate you to work harder. By the end of the workout, you will feel exhausted, sore and more importantly, accomplished. The results are posted immediately on the screen which shows your max heart rate, calorie burn and a chart showing your progress throughout the class.
Orange Theory workouts are high intensity interval workouts. Half of the class works on cardio using either treadmills, bike or the ellipitcal machine. The other half focuses on strength training using free weights, TRX machines and the water rower. Each month, they have different challenges and goals for each person to work toward. Goals are posted on the glass wall to help motivate us each session.
They offer a free introductory class to see if you want to sign up for the class. I was hesitant to sign up as the membership is a bit on the pricy side. However, it is way cheaper than having a personal trainer and well worth the convenience of having a coach and your workout group to push you along and exercise to your full potential. They have an app which makes signing up for classes very easy.
The staff ensures cleaniless in the entire studio, emphasizing on wiping down the machines after each switch. They look out for your best interest, are encouraging, helpful and friendly.
I would definitely recommend Orange Theory if you are looking for a challenge, need a jumpstart to get back on track or just want to have fun burning calories!

I LOVE this gym. I got out of the military 6 months ago and since I’m used to more structured group workouts this is perfect. I LOVE how you wear a heart monitor so you can know how many calories you have burned. I usually burn about 700 a class.
Also the coaches Lysandra, Scott and Cory are amazing and very motivating and helpful. Great music is also played while working out. The group atmosphere is what I’m used to and didn’t think I would find a gym that had only that. I also like how the workouts are never the same. There is always variation and it changes daily so it never gets boring. I feel very at home in this gym and the front desk staff is also very friendly. Thanks Orange Theory!!!

Like Al Bundy I played high school (and college) ball. I’m always looking for something to challenge me the way training with my team mates did.
I found the staff at OTF knowledgeable and pleasant without being pushy. I hate pushy sales techniques. I trained in Lysandra’s class and was impressed by her attention to form and proper execution. She was honest and encouraging about my performance and gave information about how and where I could work to improve.
The tech is my favorite part. Your own personal fitness monitor keeps you in your optimal zone. I feel my muscle fiber tingling but I don’t feel so sore that I won’t be able to work out again tomorrow.
I’m stoked.

Synopsis:
good workout, clean facility, mixed customer service, unreliable equipment (the gym-​owned heart monitors), very expensive packages, and coach skills make or break the workout.
So far my opinion of orangetheory is evolving, but this review is based on my first impressions– I intend to keep trying it out for the remainder of the month.
Overall it’s an effective workout methodology. Despite the group environment, there is no peer pressure to perform against the others in the class. Your heart rate is displayed and there is a very simple color key to measure your performance. Also your calories burned are tracked.
I like that there is some variety in the workout. But there is always treadmill and always rowing. So it’s less variety than I envisioned.
I like the «good coaches». So far I’ve experienced 4 different coaches and the success of the workout is highly dependent on the communication skills of the coach. Also for new people, I have found that only some coaches come and help with form– which is really important to me (Scott is great).
Also for my 2 free trial classes my heart monitor didn’t work. Soooo I couldn’t even assess my baseline. Turns out you buy your own when you purchase classes though.
I haven’t decided if it is worth the very expensive cost. I’m gonna try to go at least twice a week for this month and see if I notice changes in my body. I’m sore like crazy so I guess that’s a good sign!

OK, so, six month update time!
By May, I was down 30 lbs, and a lot of body fat. I changed my diet to put some weight back on (in the form of muscle), which has been working well. This location is still run very well, the workouts are great, and effective, the coaches are great, and friendly. I have never been much of a runner, but yesterday I ran a 10k. I got to OTF 4 – 6 times/​wk, and my training rot the 10k consisted of being asked three days prior to the run if I’d like to do it, saying yes, and going to sleep about an hour earlier than normal on the night prior to the run.
So, let’s recap: From January to July: down about 30 lbs, up a ton of strength, went from getting severely winded by running 500 ft to running a 10k with no issues. My only exercise outside of OTF has been the occasional bike ride, either on the mountain or road, though with the heat of late, I have been doing OTF only.
Get after it!

Coworker tried a few classes at the newly opened OTF Elk Grove studio and recommended it, so I signed up for two free sessions at OTF Natomas. It was easy to sign up over the phone, and I did get a reminder call. There are consequences for cancellation later than 12 hours before the scheduled class.
My first session I arrived a half hour early to fill out a form, get a tour and explanations of how the class goes, meet the trainer (Lysandra), etc. Denise and Sal were both very helpful getting me setup, oriented, and even replaced my heart rate monitor after the first one wasn’t picking up. Very clean lobby area, bathrooms and showers available, as well as cubbies for personal items during class. A class was still in session so I got to observe a little bit through the glass while they were on the weights/​TRX block, looked intense. Denise was able to show me how the treadmills and water rowers work before my class started. There were only about 8 people, so it was a small group for the last class of the night.
I’m primarily a runner and supplement with Zumba and TurboKick, both are mostly cardio. Used to do pilates for core workouts but stopped. Never really have been a gym member, had a trainer, or know too much about weight lifting, so this was a big jump out of my comfort zone at first. Also trying to lose those last 5 – 10 pounds and improve my running.
The specific block workouts change daily, but we warmed up on the Water Rowers then went straight to the treadmills. I decided to go with the «Jogger» guidelines on the card on the treadmill, where Base Pace starts at 4.5−5.5 mph with 1% incline, Push Pace is about 1 – 2 mph over Base Speed, and Sprint All Out is about 2 – 3 mph over Base Speed. There are also similar breakdowns for «Power Walkers» and «Runners» (10min/​mile pace or better). The music was blasting, the trainer would call out when a Push was coming (30 – 90 seconds), when to come back to Base Pace or recover down to Green zone from Orange or Red (you can see on the screens the percentage of your max HR you’re at), etc. She even stopped by my treadmill personally a few times to check up if I was okay.
After that first round of treads, it was also the day for the Plank Challenge. Following that was squats and knee ups. Back onto the treadmill for some intervals. The next block was reverse flys, bent over bicep curls, and V-​ups. Back to treads for intervals, then the next block was lunges, TRX bands, and pikes. Treadmills for the last time, then stretches. If I was ever lost, the trainer would come and demonstrate the move again for me, and suggest corrections to form. There’s other equipment that I saw, including bosu balls, that weren’t used this time. Each day is different, which keeps it fresh and not boring.
56 minutes total, I ended up in the orange more than the green this first time around. Burned 641 calories according to the performance summary at the end. I like that it’s a «group» class, one trainer, but it’s really more you against yourself following cues. The hour flies by.
I have my second class coming up. There are monthly rates for 4, 8, or Unlimited classes, as well as prepaid packages of classes starting at 10 classes for a fixed price. Otherwise, drop-​in has another cost. I was nervous at first but did enjoy the workout. Sore today, stronger tomorrow. I do see the appeal of this sort of gym, compared to a bootcamp like Kaia or WOD at Crossfit.

Awesome new gym with great staff and well informed trainers who actually care about their clients!!!

Fantastic workout! This place is awesome. The trainers are motivating and it is very cool to see your results in real time. I leave each time feeling energized and refreshed. This could quite possibly be the most important 60 minutes of my day.

Much like Matt M indicated, I always prefer when I can take the «thinking» out of my workout. Who wouldn’t? OTF does just that. Each session is planned out. At the start, the trainer reviews what will be done for the evening, then as you work through each station, the trainer updates you on when the next push or all out is coming up. I really appreciate this aspect, so I can mentally prepare while being motivated.
Unlike many gyms, OTF keeps you challenged throughout the hour, pushing you to do your best. Of course, this is a work-​at-​your-​own-​level, so if you choose not to adhere to the trainer’s direction, you only have yourself to blame for lack of results.
Scott, the head trainer is my absolute favorite. He is very motivating, encouraging us throughout the entire session. I always burn the most calories when he is training. Thank you Scott!
I don’t understand the complaints about the payment aspect via the early membership sign-​up. I too signed up for the 2 week trial before the gym opened, and it was explained that I would not be charged until after the opening, roughly 2 weeks after to allow for my trial period. Just because someone decides not to go to the trial, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be charged. I signed the form… I expected to be billed. Although, I had great service from all staff. They even worked around my family emergency, as I was unable to attend the trial session. I wasn’t charged until the date in which I requested to be charged. Customer service is outstanding, they even call me by name when I arrive… actually, even when I call :)
Bottom line, if you want a great work out EVERY time, OTF has you covered. I highly recommend OTF.

Don’t go here. They have shady business practices. If money isn’t a worry, you’ll get a decent workout. I signed up before this place opened. I wasn’t sold on the place but my friend was and wanted me to come with her. I specifically asked about billing and cancellation. They told me they wouldn’t charge my card until I gave the go ahead. My friend found out she got a free membership at Cal Fit so I canceled without even trying it. I called and cancelled. «Sorry but we understand» Yada yada yada. I was balancing my account and lo and behold there is charge from this place after I was assured there wouldn’t be. The worst part was if I hadn’t cancelled, I was still under the 2 week free trial (and was promised no charges until after this trial was OVER). So, mistakes happen right? I call and tell to refund my money, that I had cancelled. The lady with a thick accent told me she would look at my account and call me back. It’s been 2+ days and still no call. OH! They also called my emergency contact trying to solicit business. Bottom line, you would be taking a huge gamble if you decide to come here. Don’t say no one warned you when your missing money you shouldn’t be.

I am new to Orange Theory Fitness (OTF), now into my fourth week of classes. But I am not new to physical training, as I have been working out regularly for about 30 years. However, OTF is by far the best overall workout I have ever experienced. In one hour I can enjoy a total workout as I use the treadmill, indoor rowing machine, and weights during every session. Each session gives me new routines and exercises, so I am consistently stimulated and challenged. And with my heart rate monitor and expert, hands-​on guidance from the fitness coaches, I feel completely confident that I am exercising safely with minimal risk of injury. After only four weeks, I already feel as if my strength and endurance have greatly improved. I am thrilled to have such easy access to a beautifully equipped facility with highly trained staff ready to help me reach my fitness goals!

If I could give this place zero stars I could… I had walked by this facility while it was being build and decided to check out their huge orange tent to see what it was about… Anthony was the one who greeted me and told me all about their gym and how if I were to sign up with them before they open to the public I could give them a try even before they officially open and no charges would be taken out of my account till I gave them a «yes I love the program and go ahead and charge my card». I was excited and decided to sign up. Well if finally came around that the gym has opened, yet no phone call in regards to classes or being open. Yet I got an email saying their were going to charge my debit card. I called to see what was going on an Vivian answered the phone and was very rude talking about it was a warning… A warning for what?! No no no! So I called Anthony and we played phone tag for a bit but I finally called him on his cellphone left a voicemail and told him to go ahead and cancel my acct since being that I haven’t even step foot in your facility and I’m already having issues. I thought that was the end of it but nooo I got another email today saying that they were unsuccessful taking out $ 129 for my membership! A bunch of crooks and liars!!!