Big John McCarthy’s Ultimate Training Academy

If there were issues in the past, they’ve been resolved. The gym is fully equipped for any martial arts or fitness style. All of the instructors are world class and all the members have been great training partners. Jim is an amazing manager and since Ive been coming here, I’ve seen the gym getting better week by week. I’ve trained at quite a few places and feel most at home here. Can’t say enough good things about the staff, facility and the members.

Great facility, wide variety of classes, the kids program is amazing. They also have a Velocity training area that I will definitely keep in mind as my children get older and get involved more in sports. Overall a great place. The staff treats you like family.

I know Big Johns has been out here a while now, but never thought of using it for the gym. We were looking at changing gyms and we were referred to a personal trainer who uses Big John’s to do the training.
The place is huge and there is plenty of equipment. We work out in the morning and there is usually only 1 or 2 people other than ourselves.

If your looking for results or want a gym that allows you to use any fitness equipment you want then this is where its at! Awesome for personal training

An excellent facility with well-​rounded opportunities for growth. I trained regularly with Majid for striking /​kicking, and he was an exceptional trainer. I was able to learn at an accelerated pace with these instructors. All of their staff, such as Brian P. and Felicia O. are very skilled. Any skill level can find a niche here, and they offer a lot of choices. If you need big mat space or X-​fit type stuff for your preferred workouts, it’s here. Also, the two cages and ring facilitate choices. It’s best to go during the day, though. Parental supervision of children is not so good, and there are large children’s classes from about 5 – 7 pm.
I travel a lot, and wherever I go, when I mention that I work out at Big John’s place, there is always an expression of admiration for Big John and what he represents.
Maintenance could improve, regarding cleanliness, but there are showers and you can just soap yourself down after use, if you’re worried. All in all, a positive environment for growth, and they no longer use Member Solutions, so that problem’s solved.

This gym defines Ultimate Workout! So many options to choose from. You can lose weight, look great, build muscle, gain a ton of confidence and focus while learning self defense. After a year of coming to this gym I am back in shape and yearning for more. I lost 30 lbs, my blood work is normal now and my shirt size dropped from XL to M, and pants from 38 to 34. At first I didn’t know what class to take so I tried all of them first to get a feel as to what I want to do. I tried jiu jitsu, judo, boxing, kickboxing, ultimate fit (crossfit) and of course MMA. I have a taekwondo background, so I default to kickboxing more often. You have to commit because this is for real! The gym has all the equipment, instructors, staff you need to train your hearts out! My son goes here too with me and he looks great! This place is very good for kids! This is a family owned and family oriented business, so they treat you right. Just like anything else, it pays off if you commit to it, but you get a slight edge with Big John’s!!!

Best gym ever! Looked around at different gyms & didn’t feel comfortable but as soon as coming to BJMUTA I felt welcomed. Great staff & amazing instructors! I’m even taking their BJJ classes which I never had intended on doing & love how it is all like a family. Have made many friends & always feel motivated. & Member solutions is gone for all those negative comments.

First time was a charm. Respectful staff and fellow academians. I have not encountered any attitude of those more advanced and larger than I am. Look for Manual when you are there, always up for a challenge. Let him now that Lt. Pallin sends his regards. I’ll certainly come back, especially during the day when you pretty much got the place to yourself.

I’ve been a fitness trainer for over 20 years and conducted business in 30+ health clubs & gyms. I now run my training business at Big Johns because there is simply no where else with such a variety of Conventional and Unconvential equipment in town (or even near by towns). With battle ropes, tires, medicine balls, climbing ropes, bags, mats, climbing walls, fight walls, weights, bikes, treadmills, etc, etc, etc…; I & my trainers can offer our clients crazy variety. The more variety, the better!
Muscle confusion is the key to muscular development and muscle is the key to a faster metabolism and improved physical function. Enjoy!

I liked this gym and their classes, but they let little kids run around anywhere they want.
Like I’d be trying to work out on a climbing wall, and squat down and bump into a kid, and have their moms scowl at me from where theyre sitting. Or I’d run up and down the stairs and run into 3 or 4 kids in a group playing. Or I’d try to work out on an exercise ball, and not be able to use it because some kids are jumping and playing on it.
The kids who run around are around 3 – 9 years old. I dont hate kids, I just hate them running around me while im trying to get a serious workout done. The staff and their parents dont seem to mind the kids running into everyone, and just let them jump on all the equipment and play.
If youre an adult trying to get a serious workout or training done, this isnt the place. Because at some point, you will know what I’m talking about. And if youre one of those parents who let their kids run around the gym, you are ridiculously rude. I didnt pay $ 1,000 to watch your kids scream and play.
But other than that, I liked this gym. The classes are great, but a lot of their cardio machines are broken down. If you go early in the morning or late at night, you wont be bothered by those kids.

I found Big John McCarthy’s Ultimate training Academy to be the best way to train and reach any training goals or resolutions I made. The gym and it’s trainers create a positive atmosphere that makes me want to return and train on a daily basis. I lost 45 lbs in the first month just by taking a Jiu Jitsu class and a Judo class. I can learn the science of any mixed martial art here. There are recumbent bikes, treadmills and rowing machines, ellipticals the list of cardio machines is endless. The rock climbing and fight wall is unique to any gym.

A great gym with all the tools for success for an aspiring martial artist.

I echo the comment from Thom W… Member solutions is horrible and the Gym will promise you anything to get you in, but you can never get out… They promised my 18 year old son if he made the team they would waive the membership costs– he joined-​made the team and then they decided not to honor that. now he has $ 690 in dues piled up and member solutions are VULTURES.
STAY AWAY!!!

Best training facility ever!

I’m from San Fernando Valley and drive 25 Miles each way to get to Big Johns. For a few months I went Dojo Hopping training at different places that family and friends train at. The Valley has some Top Notch gyms and trainers, but after a long search I found out that a 25 mile drive to Big Johns is well worth it.

Most unsatisfactory gym membership. Still paying for dues after closing 1 year ago. I signed up for the month. False advertising

Great staff & great faculty, but they do their member contracts through «Member Solutions» which is basically like the friggin mafia. They make it damn near impossible to quit the gym, so make sure if you’re signing up you REALLY want to workout here for a year.
The gym itself I would give 5 stars, but since they decide to do business this way I’ve only given them 3, which is saying a LOT about how good they are since I’m very pissed at them right now.