Grinder Gym San Diego

I have had a few bad experiences with fitness classes and gym trainers in the recent years. This gym is very nice, clean by my experiences, and the trainers are very nice.

Came out to see my brother who goes here and he invited me to work out with him. Really chilled, Dave and Andrew were extremely welcoming and overall great guys. If I was local I definitely would be going here for working out!

If you’re a serious lifter who wants a place where you can train as hard as you want and not be judged or kicked out because you’re actually TRAINING HARD, this is the place. Specialty bars and strength equipment galore and more grip implements than you could even dream of if that’s your thing. The owner, Dave DePew’s heart and soul went into this place and it shows.Good people, good energy, train however hard or light as you want. I’ve felt welcome there as what feels like family since 2018.Probably the coolest gym to stop in for a day pass on your vacation too.

Let me be succinct: I'm a former gym owner, so I know a bit whereof I speak. This is the best place to train in San Diego, bar none. Highly recommend.

Couldn't ask for a better gym in San Diego. A serious gym with a seriously insane setup. Indoor-outdoor hybrid with a client base dedicated to proper strength training.

Best gym I could find in the San Diego area, great equipment, great atmosphere, highly recommend.

Grinder Gym is the Mecca of the Fitness scene in San Diego. More so, Dave - the owner of Grinder Gym is the most humble, knowledgeable, greatest half teddy bear/ half -Beast of man you will ever meet. I have been a Professional Trainer for 15 years now and I still go over to grinder gym to train and talk with Dave. He has helped myself and many other Competitors be successful in the arena aswell as in life. I have nothing but Love for Dave and Grinder gym. -I have met some of my greatest life friends here, this community is so humble. Doesn’t matter if your a beginner ready to learn or a Pro ready to compete. Grinder is the Spot!Much Love,Big Sean

After my personal trainer had moved to another city, I took her recommendation and joined Grinder Gym. Dave, the owner, showed me everything and anything I needed to know. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and the facilities have everything you need for powerlifting, strongman, grip training, and so much more! I have already completed one powerlifting competition here, and plan to do another in October. This gym is great for all experience levels, and has a great vibe!

I've been going to this gym since my old one closed during the shut downs and I'm so glad I found it! This place IS MY CHURCH. If you lift or wish to train to compete, look no further, this is THE PLACE. Grinder has free weights, free bars, aerobic equipment, weight machines, cardio machines, crossfit infrastructure, strongman equipment and much more. Grinder has an outdoor area and a garage style set up. They also host lots of competitions themselves. Not only is Grinder gym locally owned but it's owned by Dave Depew, A champion competitor in many strong man and lifting competitions. This gym always has equipment and free weights available. Gone are the days of waiting on the tiny selection of free weights or free bars in a gym overwhelmed with cardio equipment that NO ONE IS USING. The owner here is almost always available to chat with or talk to. Dave and his staff work hard, are skilled and personable and can even set you up with a trainer or workout regimen for a reasonable price! They are also very loyal to long term customers and will always treat you right. Overal, Grinder is definitely somewhere you should consider when looking for a great Gym to workout at.

One of the greatest gyms I’ve ever been to, great atmosphere, extremely knowledgeable staff and owner, you’re not gonna find this kind of gym for the price anywhere near San Diego. Extremely happy with this gym and absolutely recommend coming here if you are looking to get strong and be surrounded by great people!