About Bliss Fitness and Health
Bliss Fitness and Health offers group fitness classes, personal training, and massage therapy in Oakland. The business focuses on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for people who may feel intimidated by traditional gyms. Bliss Fitness and Health uses a judgment-free approach to fitness. Customers are encouraged to come as they are and learn how to get fit and stay healthy in a supportive space. The bright and airy studio features friendly and encouraging instructors. Classes like Rebel Recess are described as fun and euphoric, leaving participants feeling strong and happy. Bliss Fitness and Health has helped many people, including those who previously disliked gyms, develop a positive relationship with exercise and movement.
Bliss has been a staple in my life since 2019, when I joined to add more movement, build strength, and de-stress. Before Bliss, I belonged to a larger gym chain that felt impersonal and intimidating. The people at Bliss work to provide an antithesis to stereotypical gyms; it’s a people-centered, supportive space that makes fitness welcoming and enjoyable!
I came to Bliss Fitness a couple of months ago as someone who hated going to the gym and, while active, I never worked out. After some recent knee pain, I had improved with PT, but I wasn’t 100%, and I was bored to tears with the PT exercises. Bliss Fitness has been wonderful! Starting with my introductory call with Mona and during my personal training sessions with Jennifer, I’ve felt seen, encouraged, and supported. The space is beautiful, I’m strengthening muscles I haven’t used in years, I don’t get bored, and I look forward to coming in. Best of all, my knees feel better than they have in years. Highly recommend!!
Bliss is such a special place, a reflection of its caring and passionate owner, Mona. A beautiful brick warehouse space, top-notch instruction and a great Oakland-neighborhood vibe. Two thumbs up!