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12143 Paramount Blvd, Downey, CA 90242, USA
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Monday
05:00 am - 07:00 am04:00 pm - 08:00 pm
- Tuesday
04:00 pm - 08:00 pm- Wednesday
05:00 am - 07:00 am04:00 pm - 08:00 pm- Thursday Today
04:00 pm - 08:00 pm- Friday
05:00 am - 07:00 am04:00 pm - 06:00 pm- Saturday
07:00 am - 11:00 pm- Sunday Closed
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Ana Alvarez
I haven’t been to Pledge Fitness in over 10 years, but when I was training there, I was in the best shape of my life. Since then, I’ve tried all the popular fitness trends—hot yoga, Pilates, boot camps, OrangeTheory, and more—but nothing has worked for my body quite like Pledge Fitness.
What makes this place special is that it’s truly personal. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Anna and Raymond, they do an amazing job of keeping members motivated while making everyone feel like part of a supportive community. No matter what your fitness journey looks like, they meet you where you are and help you move forward.
As a working mom juggling a million responsibilities, the flexible class times are a huge plus. It’s not always easy to prioritize fitness, but Pledge makes it realistic and manageable.
One thing I especially appreciate is how welcoming the environment is. You’ll find people in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. I’ve never felt out of place, judged, or embarrassed about where I am in my fitness journey. The atmosphere is positive, encouraging, and community-oriented.
The pricing is reasonable, there are no gimmicks, and the focus is simply on helping people get stronger and healthier.
I’m so happy I decided to come back to what feels natural, practical, and sustainable for my goals and lifestyle. Thank you, Anna and Raymond—it’s great to be back.
Come in watch or try a workout, you wont regret it!
Brian Jenkins
BY FAR THE BEST GYM IN AND NEARBY DOWNEY!! I have been a member at almost every major chain gym in the area, including 24 Hour Fitness, LA Fitness, Planet Fitness, and Gold’s Gym, and honestly none of them even compare to Pledge Fitness. I have been lifting since 2012 starting back in my high school football days, so I am not new to strength training. After two years at Pledge, I can confidently say I am the strongest I have ever been and am still consistently progressing.
Here is what makes Pledge Fitness so special:
The Programming: The hour long classes are expertly structured. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday are dedicated to strength, while Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday focus on cardio circuits. Coach Ray crafts the programming to change completely every 8 weeks, which completely eliminates plateaus and keeps you from getting bored. The absolute best part is that the workouts are posted the day prior. You just show up and give it your all because the mental planning is entirely done for you.
Expert Coaching and Modifications: The coaches are phenomenal at reading the room. If you have strong fundamentals, they let you work, but they are right there to provide individualized attention to anyone new. As someone with old sports injuries, I incredibly appreciate their tailored approach. Whenever I have a flare up, the coaches immediately give me smart modifications so I can still target the muscle group safely without worsening the pain. If injuries, chronic pain, or confidence are keeping you from starting, this is the place to go.
The Owners and Vibe: When you walk through the door, you are promptly welcomed by the owners, Ray and Anna, or the coach on duty. Ray and Anna are some of the kindest people you will ever meet, and they have fostered a supportive, family like culture. It is completely non intimidating. You will see everyone here from high school athletes to retirees, and even moms with their babies in strollers.
Cleanliness and Equipment: Unlike the overcrowded chain gyms where you waste time waiting for broken/outdated/dirty machines, Pledge has more than enough quality equipment for their average class size of 8 to 14 people. Because the members take genuine pride in the space, everyone cleans up after themselves, and equipment is wiped down after every single class. It is always spotless.
Whether you utilize their early morning or evening classes, or take advantage of the midday open gym slots like I do, you are in and out in 60 to 70 minutes with an elite workout. If you are looking to start or restart your fitness journey, do yourself a favor and join Pledge. 5/5 stars all day.
Danielle Padilla
Pledge Fitness has been such a positive part of my routine for the past two years. Joining was one of the best decisions I’ve made.
What stands out most is how personalized everything feels. The coaches pay attention to your individual strengths, limitations, and goals instead of taking a one size fits all approach. I have an old knee injury that flares up, and they always help modify movements so I could still safely strengthen the same muscle groups without making the pain worse.
All coaches do a great job of making fitness feel approachable instead of overwhelming.
I’ve tried other private gyms in the area before, and the environment here feels completely different. The owners, Coach Ray and Coach Anna, are wonderful to work with and have created such a positive environment for everyone there. The atmosphere is comfortable, encouraging, and never intimidating. All of the members are kind, welcoming, and supportive of one another.
The workouts are challenging in the best way, the classes go by fast, and the environment makes it easy to keep showing up. I can’t recommend this place enough.
Jon Flor
Pledge Fitness is excellent for serious strength training. They have a great selection of free weights and weekly schedules classes that support steady progress.
What stands out most is how well they accommodate injuries — the Coaches provide smart modifications and alternatives that let you keep training safely without setbacks.
Their conditioning work is challenging and effective, pushing you to improve while staying sustainable.
Highly recommend Pledge Fitness if you’re looking to build strength, train smart around limitations, and level up your conditioning.
Diego Sanchez
I loved training at Pledge! I only stopped going because I moved away. If you struggle with structuring your workouts, Pledge has you covered. Coach Raymond and his team make everything simple for beginners, while still keeping it challenging for those who already have solid workout habits.
One thing I really appreciated is that I could actually see and feel myself getting stronger during my time there. The programming is effective and pushes you in the right way without feeling overwhelming.
The community is one of the best parts—everyone is welcoming, and it truly feels like a big extended family during workouts.
While the equipment can be a bit limited, the workouts more than make up for it by targeting the right muscle groups and delivering results.
I highly recommend trying their week trial. Loved my experience at Pledge