Back 2 Basics Training

Been going for over two years. The training is exceptional work and tailor-​made to each individual needs. Additionally, this gym has become a second family to me. When I was sick with cancer, Eric and Nargiz (the owners) supported me, checked in with me daily, and helped ease me back into a routine so that I could bounce back even stronger. Truly, you won’t find this experience anywhere else.
–Sonia Ortiz

I love this gym!!! It’s so friendly and very personalized! The trainers are all fantastic, Sandy is my trainer and she is amazing :) I recommend this to gym to everyone.

Having been a client for about 4 months– I’ve found the staff to always be both professional, considerate of my limitations and very knowledgable. They will help you toward your goals but you still have to do the work… don’t be surprised when you learn about your body’s biomechanics in a new way. It helps!
As a big girl of varying degrees, I’ve been on my fitness journey for quiet some time, both on my own and with a past trainer. I had put on some weight I had lost in the past after a difficult year, I realize I needed the type of support and accountability that only having a trainer can give. I did a lot of research of local companies, met with owner Eric who explained their core methods and we started… I recommend not just showing up as a walk-​in, call in make a consultation as they are often in specialized sessions/​classes
I still struggle, but those are my own issues that don’t just go away overnight… I can say that in many ways I am smaller and stronger then when I began… I also feel supported on my journey by the staff and fellow clients…
They have a lot of classes but I still go to my local gym in between
training here augments my routine and the plan to have a better healthier body… Thanks!

Great knowledgeable trainers. Comfortable non judging environment. Definitely a hidden gem!

Checking to my favorite private gym before I sign in to my 1 hour strength training class. So far I’ve lost 20lbs in a little over 2 months! The trainers are knowledgeable and encouraging and I look forward to coming here and reaching those weight loss goals!

Eric is an amazing personal trainer! He pushes you hard to reach your maximum potential and I love his new Bigger and Better location on Painter!

I have been a regular client at Back to Basics for almost one year. I love the atmosphere and the people. It’s like a family. It’s a small gym but thats what i like about it and its clean! The attention you get is exclusive. They have small group boot camps and i love this cause they watch each person to make sure you are using the equipment correctly for your safety. They will modify exercises to meet your needs. They won’t make you do anything you are not comfortable doing. They give you advice with diet and nutrition and that’s awesome… they do what they can to help you stay on track. There is a variety of classes to meet everyone’s schedule… morning’s, evening’s and Saturday morning classes all at a reasonable price. You won’t want to leave once you check it out!

I’ve been waiting for my one month anniversary to write a review because I want to be sure I am in love with this place and not just in lust (yes, I fall in love easily, don’t judge me.)
One day, I was perusing Unilocal and decided that my fat ass needed to work out because… well, it’s fat. I was looking for Zumba classes in my area not necessarily because I like Zumba (I actually kind of hate it) but thought if I was going to die while doing any type of cardio, I may as well be dancing. And that’s how I found this place.
I’ve never seen this location so one day, YOLO status, my sister and I went looking for it. It’s located on the second floor of another business so you have to drive kinda slow the first time. Thanks to my GPS we found the place no prob, and they have a several signs outside so you know what’s up. Already, it felt exclusive. My type of place.
We walked in and Eric, the owner was finishing up a session with a client. The gym i is on the smaller side but it has everything it needs. It’s clean and very modern looking. After he finished his session, Eric talked about how they work. They specialize in small group classes and (I am not sure if I should write this because I am not sure if they do this for everyone that walks through those doors but whateve’s) he offered to give us 3 classes free of charge to see if we liked it. He had a Cross Training class that afternoon and told us to come back and gave us a sheet so we could write what we ate on a daily base. Shit.
I hate regular gyms, with their long ass lines to wait for the cardio machines, to the meat heads hogging the weights, to the girls in full makeup and tiny workout clothes just strolling around trying to catch their meal ticket for the weekend. When I go to a gym, I want to workout. Period. When we got there that evening, I was pleasantly surprise to see there were only 3 of us in the class. There was another class going on at the other side of the gym but it was small as well. The reason for this is that there is a cap to their classes to keep them small and personal. You sign up a day or even a few hours before the class (granted it’s still open) and you can do it right from an app on your phone. Hell yea!
We were assessed and then were put to work. We did circuits which were challenging but didn’t kill you. Eric makes sure to modify a move if you can’t do the original one to avoid injury. I don’t even know how I made it through that class but I did and as much as I hated it while I was doing it, I freaken loved it! He also went over our eating log (which was CRAP) and made suggestions on how to clean up our act. I keep going to this class and I added Cardio Step with Sandy (who I love, she is so sweet!) which has step but she makes us do resistance training as well.
There are no membership fees, you pay for the classes you want to go to and can buy them in bundles or pay to go unlimited times to the gym. Yes, it’s not $ 39.99 like it is at 24 Hour Fitness or LA Fitness, but it’s like getting a personal trainer that you share with a few other people. There is a sense of camaraderie from all the gym-​goers and they make sure to make you feel welcomed at all time (half-​dying with people for an hour makes you feel closer to them for some reason. And endorphin’s are abundant! Lol!)
I am not sure if I have lost weight because I was told a woman shouldn’t weigh herself before, during, or after her cycle which leaves no days to weigh in, but I feel my clothes looser AND everyone around me keeps telling me I look good. And I like to believe them. I am not 100% on my eating but I am at 80% which is a vast improvement then when I started. If you are in the area and want to be my workout buddy, by all means, JOIN!

I’ve been going to this gym for a little over a month and I have to say, I am so happy with my results so far. I wanted a gym that was personal and found a little hidden gem. All the trainers are wonderful and assist you with your goals. This gym is worth the cost because I get a real workout and finally understand the specifics of gym equipment with the guidance of the trainers. I started off with the Unilocal deal and got one month of unlimited 1 hour classes that included boot camp, circuit training, Zumba, kickboxing and cardio step (there’s also belly dancing and any other 1 hour class available). Now I’m in their small 1 hour package deals and drop-​in classes for $ 15 each. I would recommend this gym for beginners like me. I’m able to workout like a champ… with the help of my rescue inhaler of course All the regulars are friendly and make you feel welcomed. I love my gym and always look forward to getting a good sweaty workout that’ll leave me sore for days. Thanks Alex, Nargiz, Eric, Sandy and Jonathan

Eric and Nargiz are the ultimate professionals. I have been working out with Eric for seven years. He has worked with me through many physical issues. He is extremely knowledgeable and caring. The gym is clean and a pleasure to work out there. I highly recommend Back 2 Basics !!!

I joined this gym in August and then my husband joined a bit later and we love it! We may be the oldest clients here and our trainer Amber, is perfect for us. Not too tough and not too easy and very committed to keeping us strong and healthy. I’ve always been a quitter when it comes to exercise, so the fact that I’m still coming here twice a week really, really says a lot. It’s not intimidating at all and very doable for whatever level you’re looking for. I’m definitely much stronger than I was when I started and have more stamina. The cost is really reasonable as well.

Great place to work out without the clutter of a public gym! I’ve been training with Eric and Nargiz Bravo for years and love their group circuit training classes. Prices are affordable and you get results because you have a trainer showing you exactly what needs to be done and what not to do in order to avoid injuries. They also have a variety of other classes such as spin and zumba, and great nutrition programs to help you stay on track and get that booty back into shape! Whether you’re looking for one on one training or like to bring your workout buddy with you, you’ll get a great workout and results.