Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Santa Cruz

A new year always feels like a reset — a moment to shake off the old routine and lean into what makes you feel strong, centered and refreshed. Lucky for us, Santa Cruz and the communities nearby offer plenty of gyms, studios and wellness spaces ready to help you move, unwind and recharge in 2026.

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight some of the local places helping residents feel their best this season. We rounded up a few to explore — just be sure to confirm hours and offerings before you go.

1. Athletic Club Santa Cruz

📅 When: Open Monday through Thursday from 4 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Friday from 5 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. See website for information on group classes and personal training.
📍 Where: 901 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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2. Anytime Fitness

📅 When: Open to members 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Personalized coaching available by appointment.
📍 Where: 1640 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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3. Nightmare Muscle (Gym with Personal Training)

📅 When: Open to members 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Personal training for strength training and power lifting available by appointment.
📍 Where: 151 Harvey West Boulevard, Suite D, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
🔗 More info: Click here

4. Santa Cruz Core (Group Fitness & Health Center)

📅 When: Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Earlier appointments available by request. Check the website for personal training, therapeutic exercise, Core45 group training and additional offerings.
📍 Where: 317 Potrero Street, Suite C, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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5. SCG Fitness

📅 When: Open Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Friday from 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Saturday from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Check online for details on personal training and group fitness classes.
📍 Where: 2351 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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6. Pacific Edge Climbing Gym

📅 When: Open seven days a week. Membership options available for climbing, group fitness and the weight room.
📍 Where: 104 Bronson Street, Suite #12, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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7. GOAT Santa Cruz (Group Fitness)

📅 When: Class schedule varies. Check online for details on TRX, cardio, strength, Pilates and Barre sessions.
📍 Where: 1055 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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8. SPENGA (Spin Classes)

📅 When: Classes available seven days a week. See website for schedule.
📍 Where: 335 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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9. Mavericks Fitness

📅 When: Personal training available by appointment. Open gym hours available to clients.
📍 Where: 311 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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10. Santa Cruz Movement (Group Fitness)

📅 When: Schedule varies; check online for classes on movement, mobility and strength, somatics and hand balancing.
📍 Where: 730 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
🔗 More info: Click here

Wishing you a grounded, energized start to the year — and plenty of moments that feel good.

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