Get Bent Training

Get Bent is my favorite gym in the East Bay! The coaches/owners Jason and Pela truly care about the community and your development as a lifter. They host the best events and have options for everyone including classes for beginners as well as private coaching for advanced powerlifters. Check it out!

I started training with Jason at Get Bent when I was cleared to work out postpartum. I had lifted consistently during my pregnancy, but getting back into things safely was my top priority, so I knew I wanted to connect with an experienced and focused personal trainer. Jason helped me get my strength back and then some. I get remote programming that is focused on my evolving goals, which now include toning and running in addition to powerlifting strength. Get Bent also has an eclectic and fun community that is welcoming to all ages and fitness levels. I was even able to bring my son for a few 1:1 PT sessions at the gym! I recently started taking some group classes there on Saturdays as well, and that’s a hella fun addition to my workout routine. All of their trainers and staff are friendly and experienced. I’d recommend Get Bent to anyone who wants to get stronger and also find that fitness community you’ve been looking for.

If I would’ve known a gym like this existed, I would’ve started coming a long time ago!! I’m a perpetual beginner when it comes to fitness because I just can’t seem to find a workout regimen that isn’t too intimidating, too expensive, etc. But the way Coach Jason and Coach Pela have set up their classes has been perfect for me! They, along with Coach Blair, Coach James and Coach Katie, are all so knowledgeable about fitness and the human body. I love the way they teach in a laid back but informative way. I feel totally comfortable asking questions even if it’s something they’ve told me before because they’re all so patient and kind. The whole gym is one big community too, it’s beautiful! All ages, all levels, all are welcome! I’m so happy I found this gem. 10/10, you should totally join :)

Get bent it’s literally a melting pot of magnificent, they have great music amazing well informed staff and the patrons are also equally amazing. It’s very clean space it’s a very welcoming space. Send it in a heart of Oakland a city that I love., The environment brings a very well curated tone of excellence and they literally have participants from 17 to 77 as young as 12. They have a variety of classes and they definitely have a kick ass powerlifting squad would definitely recommend 75 out of 10 for sure.

This review is long overdue, but I highly recommend working with Coach Pela!! I worked with her remotely while training for the NYC Half Marathon because I wanted to keep up with strength training in addition to running. She created a balanced plan that was challenging but never overwhelming, and she always made sure I felt supported despite the distance, via text and calls. She’s very knowledgeable and could explain things in multiple ways until it clicked for me. She also sent me video demos to help refine my form, and we met up in Oakland a few times for 1:1 sessions, which were incredibly helpful for checking my technique and trying out new lifts. With her support, I was able to finish the NYC Half injury-free! If you’re looking for a knowledgeable and supportive coach, I highly recommend Coach Pela!!