Recent Reviews:
April 22, 2026
S.H.
Felton, CA
Felton, CA
I would like to acknowledge the employee, Jason who manages the pools at Capitola In-Shape. Jason is often the main person people who use the outdoor pool have contact with while using the facility. During the weeks the outdoor pool had problems with low water temperatures Jason always spent time answering members questions over and over again about what the club was doing to address the problem. He was always patient and calm even when faced with angry and frustrated individuals when obviously he just needed to get work done to address the issue. He answered questions honestly and with the best information he had at the time.
While some employees might try to avoid members when working he is always open and approachable — just what you need to be the face of a membership facility. As a former CEO managing 300+ employees I understand how the corporate office often controls what is done at the local level, and can miss how one person can make a difference. Jason is one such individual, and makes a difference in how I look forward to my daily swims at InShape Capitola.
April 21, 2026
S.R.
Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
I really enjoy the Zumba Classes, the outdoor lap pool, and the dry heat sauna! I am surprised that they don’t have air purifiers with H.E.P.A. filters in them in the locker rooms. Lately, the cold plunge does not look very clean. The hot tub should never have a grey layer of foam on top of the water.The staff at InShape are just wonderful people!
If changes are made then, I will be happy to post a good review.
April 21, 2026
M.M.
Aptos, CA
Aptos, CA
April 19, 2026
Michele Petersen
Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
April 17, 2026
Brooke Lynch
Capitola, CA
Capitola, CA
I am proud to be an employee at Capitola In Shape. We offer amazing classes for our members. Our equipment is maintained regularly. Employees at the front desk are smiling and very helpful. I have nothing but praise for our team members, Diego, Savon and Josh, led by our terrific manager, David. I’ve worked at this club for many years and it’s the best it’s ever been. I look forward to going to work every time I walk in the door. I would personally like to thank David, our manager, for maintaining a clean and wonderful facility.
April 17, 2026
A.N.
Capitola, CA
Capitola, CA
April 17, 2026
Mary Bennadja
Soquel, CA
Soquel, CA
In-Shape is our second home! When I was looking into joining a gym last July, I was thinking of trying something new. I decided to rejoin In-Shape because of their daily family swim options, and my 13 year old could join as an adult, and lift weights. The other gym I had on my radar had 14 as the age when a young adult could lift. Also, finding a gym with so many pools is impossible to find locally.
I’m sooo glad I came back to In-Shape! I love that EVERYONE feels welcome here! There are so many places to work out, you don’t have to deal with it being too crowded. The location is ideal, if you live on this part of town, how many times do you find yourself on 41st Ave, no excuses for not staying consistent.
The staff are all so helpful, and fun to interact with. We really take advantage of the family swim times, and my daughter LOVES going to the daycare. She has made so many friends, and truly enjoys the caretakers, big shout out to Angelica!!!💖
I’ve taken classes in the past, and plan on getting back to it, currently I’m enjoying the machines upstairs. Yes, the locker rooms are being remodeled, (there are other bathrooms and showers)and there are some quirks being an older gym but overall we feel so lucky to have such a fun and welcoming gym so close to home!
-Mary Bennadja, Enzo and Shazia
April 17, 2026
J.W.
Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
April 17, 2026
J.M.
Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
April 16, 2026
Randy Maldonado
Aptos, CA
Aptos, CA
i have been a member since 1998 when the club was formally Spa Fitness center. My sister Linda Maldonado barman was one of the top sale's persons and represent the club in women's body building.
I visit the club every morning and even holidays unless closed. I use the main club and concentrate on stretching in the quiet stretch room upstairs. I still do some aerobics and machine weightlifting equipment
I am 72 years old, own Cheshire Rio Realty and property management. I enjoy the morning hours as the traffic is light and the parking ample.
Pluses of the club: good parking, good hours of business, fairly clean, machines and equipment in good order, TV's and music appreciated. Most attendants are friendly especially , Daisy, Diego and Eva
Could use improvements: the occasional morning vacuuming is not appreciated as people doing heavy breathing during workouts are forced to breath the contaminants expelled from dirty vacuum bags. Providing towels is nice but the smell of dryer exhaust is noticeable Google "how dangerous is dryer exhaust to breathe" Clean air is important when you are breathing deeply. I give the club a 9 out of 10.