Body By Discipline

Great Place to get your work out on! The trainers are great and customer service is also on par. The location is right off the freeway and I enjoy coming here to get a great workout. Jacques is a great trainer, I believe he is also the owner. He cares about his clients and wants you to see results. Would recommend you give this location a try.

Train with Ed, end of story Best coach ! He keeps you motivated to push yourself and realizing you can do it :)

This gym is great! The first thing when you come in is that they welcome you with a big smile. All of the trainers are amazing they are all friendly and treat you like family. They do the job great! They make sure your on top of your game, gives you a best work out, tips in good nutrition and good pricing. I do my PT with Carlos and his really good. He pushes you to the limits. His work out are intense which leads u to be stronger. Thats why i love coming to this gym because they take care of you. Great atmosphere, Because all the people that go here are friendly and supportive.

I am 4′ 10″ inches tall, hadn’t exercised at all in 15 years, and had two babies in two years that left me with 40 extra pounds. I began doing yoga about 4 months ago, and my instructor encouraged me to try boxing, which I had never considered (I’ve never hit anyone in my life and played tennis in high school).
When I signed up and showed up for my first class, Chris immediately greeted me, assessed my skill level and sent me to work with a trainer solo. It. Kicked. My. Ass. Whoa. Sore for 5 days and terrified of returning. Chris noticed that I hadn’t been back in a few weeks, and made sure to call me and have other trainers call me to get me back in. I took the plunge with another private session, explained that I had been sedentary for 15 years, and asked if we could take it down a notch to start. Later I found out that behind the scenes, Chris had this trainer intentionally assess my reservations, and had a team meeting about «my testimonial» to determine as a group how I could be better supported. That is exceptional management. Really exceptional. I eased back in, signed up for a twenty session personal training pack with Carlos, and have been regularly attending classes in addition to yoga.
Carlos is supportive but tough. I don’t get to slack off or make excuses, but I’m learning to laugh as we go along and push myself harder than I’d ever considered. It is not possible to leave without being drenched in sweat, but the workouts are varied, not boring at all, and every single muscle is used. It’s been a few months and I’m still sore all the time, but Carlos is working with me on my diet as well, and motivating me with a totally personalized approach. The entire staff knows me, greets me and makes me feel at home, and it is 100% different than any other gym I’ve tried. I feel strong. I see my body changing and have more energy for my kids and myself.

My review is long overdue. OMG I can’t even begin to thank Chris and his amazing team/​staff for what they have done for me in helping me transform into a new person. It’s been a struggle and it’s hard work for sure but with the motivation that his staff gives and the encouraging words and push OMG you can do it. Each class I’ve gotten stronger and stronger It’s so funny cause when I started I could do nothing but now I can keep up with the class and even come in first place sometimes which is truly an accomplishment for me. The sessions the voices behind every workout has helped me become better me. I feel stronger, healthier, and I know I’m looking better. I absolutely LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Truly the best gym in San Diego…

Before this place, I was going to 24hour fitness. Going to that gym didn’t really motivate me and I didn’t know what muscles to work out and what exercises I should do. i barely sweat and did anything. I got tired of it because i wasn’t seeing results. AT ALL. Then I searched up some great gyms near where I live and found BbyD. I did a couple personal training sessions with Raul and Jacques (who are both AMAZING trainers) and decided to get a membership here. And I gotta say, I made GREAT choice! I cancelled my 24hour membership fast and stuck to this.
Unlike the other gym, I was excited and motivated showing up to the classes! The staff is amazingly friendly and does everything possible to help you reach your goal by giving fitness and nutritional advice. But don’t think the classes are easy, cuz damn they are hard but it is TOTALLY worth it in the end and they make it fun, not to mention the other people who have memberships there motivating you along the way. You don’t see that kind of support at any other gym. If you want to see results I highly recommend this place, you’ll LOVE IT… and you’ll love yourself more after!

Being a harsh critic of gyms because I have been in 100s of them since the age of 14. I really like this place!!! Its great for every level of fitness. I took a class for the first time this week and felt soreness of the workout for a few days. I partnered up with a young lady in the class when we were doing abdominals, who was much younger and overweight. She kept me motivated through the exercises with her sheer passion not to stop. Places like this is were you can stay focused and get in shape!

I don’t even know where to begin! I LOVE this gym, it’s so motivating and uplifting! You will not leave that place without being drenched in sweat! It’s personal and friendly all the coaches are out of the this WORLD! They will break things down for you to understand. They focus on making sure you’re doing everything properly! It’s fantastic, you never feel silly for just starting! They all want to see you do your best and improve. They get to know you on a personal level and make you want to come back!
I’ve done the gym thing before and never seen results like these! It’s the best feeling when outside people notice how good you look! All I say is «it’s a body you get from discipline!» If you want to start your road to a healthy, fit lifestyle this is the place! You will get there!!! BBYD, for life

I highly recommend Body By Discipline! Before this gym I went to a chain gym, and would go and no push my self. I wasn’t seeing results at this other gym. Coach Jaques came into my work and passed out a pamphlet on Body By Discipline and it sparked my interest. I attended one of his classes a month and half ago, and haven’t looked back. The staff and even the other people that attend the gym are motivating and they push me to strive for my best. I’m excited about my results and how I’m feeling thus far! If you want results and motivation come check out Body By Discipline!
Dorothy

I never actually WANTED to go to the gym before this place. They make all their classes challenging but interesting and new. The trainers are awesome and really take the time to get to know you, your motivations, weaknesses, everything! And the people that attend are always so supportive of each other. Truly a family type atmosphere. I’ve never felt more comfortable or had so much fun working out. Not to mention an insane workout. Sore for days but it felt so good!
I don’t live near that area any more so I’m no longer a member but I’ll always remember BbyD! Get more locations!

I absolutely LOVE this place! Both their Lemon Grove and Pt. Loma location. Everyone on staff is Extremely friendly. They totally make you feel at home! The variety of trainings available make it easy to stay enthusiastic about your next visit. If you take even one class you’ll know this is where you want to make your home gym! They have something available for all ages and levels of fitness! You can’t go wrong getting a membership at Body by Discipline!!!

I highly recommend Body By Discipline for anyone who is motivated to get in shape and needs that extra push. When it comes to exercise, I am definitely one who needs that extra push – I need someone to hold me accountable. All I need to do is walk into this intimate gym and I know I’m going to have a great workout. All of the trainers are great motivators. Everyone is friendly and genuine, and they go at your own pace. It is very person centered and individualized.
Aside from all of the classes they offer, there is also personal training available. Currently my personal trainer is Heidi and she is amazing. I recently learned that I am gluten intolerant and I’ve had a hard time changing and getting used to a gluten-​free diet. To my surprise and delight I found out Heidi also has solid knowledge of nutrition. She has educated me as well as provided me with insight into my own eating habits. Because of this I have been able to make positive changes. We are also working on strengthening my body, especially my lower half! Before Heidi, Chris was my personal trainer. He’s great too! We focused more on kickboxing which was super hard at first, but he made it lots of fun.
Since I have started at B by D (3.5 months ago) I have lost about 10 lbs and have gotten so much stronger, not to mention more confident. Seeing results has me motivated to keep going!
Oh and I especially love how family oriented this gym is. It’s great for men and women, adults, teens and little ones!
Give a try! Give them a call and let them know you’re interested and you can try a day pass to check it out :)

I’ve taken my nephew there a few times for class, and he’s taken to it pretty well — he’s only 6 and he enjoys the classes so much. Although the gym is small, it’s very clean and organized. The instructors are attentive to the kids, and address them respectfully. I really am pleased to know that Jacques (one of the trainers) has a background in elementary education so he knows how to wrangle the little ones when they’re all over the place. The trainers have unbelievable patience, and this is really important for the kids. Focus is on fitness, and technique but you can see that they’re all having fun. My nephew’s little deltoids are now swollen and getting toned. So awesome, he’s only getting stronger!

For whatever reason after working out this morning I decided to try on my favorite long sleeve workout top to go run errands in and for working out later. I have not been able to fit into it since I was 5 months pregnant (2 years ago), and IT FIT w/​ROOM! It has been a long journey and I know I have a long way to go. But I could not be more pleased with the weight loss I have accomplished over these past 5 months Body By Discipline gym! If you live in San Diego and have not checked them out I highly recommend that you do! Jacques Lumpkin and his team are the truth! And it’s not just the staff but the other gym members too. You can’t go to 24 hr fitness and have someone that doesn’t know you personally complement you on your progress or care about the count down to your big day. It is truly a motivating and supportive workout environment. There are MANY days when I don’t want to go, or are so tired when I get there, but the members and staff push you through the classes and you ALWAYS receive one on one attention, whether you want it or not. Lol. The classes are tough and it took me a month before I could make it through a class without stopping. At B by D there is NO JUDGEMENT going on (a lot of healthy competition yes), or half naked girls trying to find a man, or buffed out guys taking up the machines who just ignore you… If you have just had a child or in my case still haven’t shaken the baby weight it is the BEST gym to get back at it! After having a child your body stores fat in places you never knew fat could be stored in, your confidence is shot, and you just want back the old body you had that seems like it is impossible to get back to. B by D will get you right while taking into consideration your physical state, and body weaknesses! If you really want to get right sign up for PT and you will be hooked like me. DISCLAIMER: No I don’t work for the gym and no one is paying me for my post. LoL. I am just so happy to have finally found an awesome gym with no over crowded classes and a great support team. I see other SD ppl on FN that are trying to get in shape too and I would love too see more of those faces at B by D in class w/​me!

5 stars. best gym ever. tried it out and I join the same day and had a 2 days personal trainer. Nice workout and learned a lot. thank you Raul.

My wife and son was shopping next door of the gym and she called me stating she had an emergency. I parked in front of the gym because it was the closed parking to to the store. As soon as I got out a short ill dude came out and told me if I’m not coming g to the gym I have to move. I then told the man I had an emergency. He then began to raise his voice as me and curse at me. I made the choice to be the better person a d not make a simple situation worse and after I got my family I left the place. Being an Veteran and knowing a lot of Military personnel I WILL NOT be pointing anyone to that gym EVER! I bet the owner doesn’t know how his employees are acting and how his business could have more clients than what he has.

I’ve never been a fan of the gym. Gyms are always jammed packed, and all these fitness and body building «experts» staring you down, judging you — well that’s the feeling anyway. I’ve been working out at home using Jillian Michael’s 30 Day Shred and Ripped in 30 workouts and hiking at Cowles Mountain since September to lose weight.
My mom actually signed up to Body by Discipline because she’s getting married in July and wanted to look her best. She asked me if I wanted to join with her. I was apprehensive at first, because again I have never been a fan of gyms, but she told me that this wasn’t a regular gym so I told her sure why not, I’ll give it a try.
From the first day I came in, everyone was extremely friendly. I took a boxing class which was really tough but I enjoyed it. They offer multiple classes and personal training as well as an open gym for anyone who just wants to come workout and not take a class. Every workout is NEVER the same. And I’m telling you, I come here about 6 – 7 days a week and have not done the same exercise class twice. They even have classes for children and teens from the ages of 4 all the way to 15.
Needless to say, I’ve been coming here for about a month now and the feeling I have towards this place is honestly unreal. Since the start of this fitness journey, all I cared about was just wanting to lose weight and be really fit WHICH CAN HAPPEN HERE (by your effort of course: P) but the most amazing thing that I have discovered while coming to Body by Discipline is it’s not just about the workouts but it’s the change in who you are. It’s not even about being fit or strong but it’s a sense of empowerment that I have honestly never felt before. It’s so crazy that before, working out was something I really disliked but I come to Body by Discipline 6 – 7 days a week and every single day I’m anxiously waiting to go!
All the trainers that I have worked with here (Chris, Jacques & Raul) are not only knowledgeable and skilled in what they do but they are extremely passionate about it and you can feel that. They really take the time to attend to the needs of people who come here. I never really thought about boxing or kickboxing as something that I could really turn to love, but in such a short time of coming here I find that it just may be :)
This place is not like a gym, it’s a family of people motivating each other to push ourselves and pushing our potential to places a lot of us didn’t think was possible. I love this place, and I really recommend that everyone come and check it out — you will not regret it.

I really love this place. It’s near my house which is perfect. I love that everyone is friendly and they take the time to learn your name. They are very encouraging and push you just enough in the classes. The workouts most definitely take you up to your next fitness level. As they say at B by D, «go hard THEN go home». Thanks guys!

If you’re looking to get WORKED, this is the place to be! Friendly staff, encouraging instructors that give hard but tolerable workouts. Class sizes are big enough to have the «team» dynamic but still small enough that one-​on-​one instruction is still possible. Nice, large facility with everything you need to get real results (minus the socializing/​crowds you get at 24hr or other large gym locations). Plenty of class selections to pick from with opportunity for personal training sessions. A real jewel to have in the community!!!
Considering I hate working out, trust me when I say this gym is legit :)
Do yourself a favor: put excuses aside, search no more, swing by this awesome gym… You won’t regret it!

I seen this place in Lemon Grove. I went to a class and joined the same day. The people are really nice. It’s hard to find good people in San Diego, but these people are really nice and welcoming. I took a kick boxing class with Raul. I had a great time!
I have two kids and I ran track in college. After having my kids I was not the same, but having a gym here in Lemon Grove is GREAT… I will be going to the Butt and Gut class next.
I’m writing this review because I stopped by there today to pick up a schedule and I seen Chris and he encouraged me to take at least 3 to 4 classes a week to get to where I want to be (I took a few days off… went to Vegas) .I think Chris is the owner, but I’m not sure. If he is, you couldn’t tell and that’s a good thing because he is the most humble business owner I’ve ever met. I’m excited about this gym!!! Let’s support this business.
–Sade B.