Exceed Performance

Fantastic experience: Finest gym I’ve been to. It’s my first powerlifting gym and hoping it’ll stay as my only gym membership. The main perks of a powerlifting gym are all here: 24 hour access, multiple combo racks available for your SBD needs, and likeminded clientele that just want to lift. This means it’s almost always easy to get a lift in even during peak hours, which is diluted more than the usual commercial gyms because of the 24 hour access. The equipment for accessories aren’t lacking either, with the owner Henry continuously procuring new machines or attachments since I’ve been here for a year now. Just about every month or so, something gets rearranged or added to the gym floor and it’s great to see membership dues going back to the gym. The only caveat to the 24 hour access are when the gym hosts powerlifting competitions, which isn’t frequent but something to plan around as I believe currently, members are unable to lift during these events unless they’re competing since the floor space isn’t large enough to accommodate everyone. Good trade off though considering the gym isn’t closed for the entirety of the day unlike other gyms on holidays. Easy recommendation, love to see this gym’s growth every month

Fantastic experience: Great gym great people great vibes every time I’m in town I go to them

Fantastic experience: Great facility, awesome people. Went there for a powerlifting meet and it went well.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely superb powerlifting gym. Really well laid out with a great range of equipment. Having combo racks and comp plates is a delight. Access to the venue was easy and was never busy when I was in early morning.

Fantastic experience: Henry has excellent customer service

Fantastic experience: Henry is the man, he always makes sure to take care of his customers and provides the most excellent customer service. I participated in a powerlifting meet at Exceed and it was organized very well and ran smoothly. I definitely will be visiting this gym again in the future!

Positive experience: Hardcore powerlifting and weightlifting gym with great quality equipments. Great place to train if you live in OC or drop in on your visit. Pros: Nice equipment, vibe and price! 1) Competitive powerlifters are seen everyday. 2) Though mainly it's a powerlifting gym, they do carry a lot of weightlifting bars from training to competition ones. 3) Owner Mike has a great personality that always be willing to help. The equipment is nice and clean all the time and member can access 24 hrs which is really convenient. 4) Plus, the membership fee is a lot cheaper than other gyms at the same level. Cons: Would have given a solid 5 star but the only two downsides are: 1) Gym is a bit short on space and might feel crowded at peak hours. 2) Make sure to communicate with them and follow gym rules as new rules might be indoctrinated at anytime you train and might interrupt your session by owner Henry.

Fantastic experience: Top notch

Positive experience: A good place compared to the surrounding restaurants, Helpful people, enough stuff to serve , and the prices is acceptable.

Fantastic experience: Henry is the man! Best powerlifting gym in the area!!

Fantastic experience: My husband goes here 5 days a week and has a Coach. Loves it. Best shape he's ever been in. A+++

Fantastic experience: Best gym i've ever been too. Atmosphere is unreal

Fantastic experience: I contacted Henry while in town for a Conference. Needed a spot that had real equipment and Henry was happy to oblige. I must say this place has a real community around it. If you are already lifting or just thinking about, you couldn't meet a nicer or more welcoming group. I'll be back next time I'm in town, and I have some new IG folks to follow. Keep it up crew and stay injury free!

Fantastic experience: Friendly staff and the patrons were very motivated and inspiring so if I ever get a chance to go back there I will. If you like powerlifting and heavyweights this is the place to go. Unfortunately it's a little small so if it ever got crowded, it would be all too easy to bump into somebody unless they limit the number of people if it ever got that busy.

Fantastic experience: My favorite gym in the So Cal area. I visited a few other gyms on my trip but this was recommended to me by two friends and I'm glad I went. Great equipment and super supportive owners and members. I'm back in Texas now but still talk with Henry and some of the staff occasionally. I'll definitely go back.

Fantastic experience: Henry was super friendly and accommodating. Cozy, welcoming vibe. I dropped in to deadlift and bench during a Disneyland trip. Excellent equipment.

Fantastic experience: Love this gym! Equipment, environment, staff, ownership is top notch. A++++ 6 month update - dropped nearly 25lbs coaching offered here is awesome! 1 year update - coach taking me to the next level. Would never have been able to push myself or get to this level without it!

Fantastic experience: One of the best weightlifting and powerlifting facilities in OC. Competition grade racks, bars and platforms for powerlifters. Plenty of specialty equipment for specific workouts. Owners are very accommodating and informative. Definitely will come back again

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism My favorite gym in the So Cal area. I visited a few other gyms on my trip but this was recommended to me by two friends and I'm glad I went. Great equipment and super supportive owners and members. I'm back in Texas now but still talk with Henry and some of the staff occasionally. I'll definitely go back.

Fantastic experience: This gym deserves more than 5 stars. Amazing staff that goes above and beyond for each and every member, always clean, excellent high quality equipment, an overall welcoming and safe environment. Hands down the best gym in LA/OC and beyond.

Fantastic experience: Awesome facility even better culture

Fantastic experience: Great staff and atmosphere! Everyone is friendly and the facility is always clean. Worth a visit if you’re in the OC area

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere!!! Best gym to train at

Fantastic experience: Favorite Gym! Everyone here is extremely knowledgeable and willing to help

Fantastic experience: Very clean and friendly atmosphere. All the equipment is up to date and works perfectly

Fantastic experience: Owners and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Quality equipment and is constantly cleaned and maintained. Great community of veterans and novices alike, always a positive and motivating atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: I honestly didn't enjoy lifting before I came to Exceed. The staff is very friendly and greets everyone when they come in. The culture is very welcoming and everyone who is a member cheers each other on. Equipment is very good quality and clean as the employees clean it often. I always look forward to working out here and won't go anywhere else!

Fantastic experience: Exceed provides a great environment to come and workout! Overall, the community is extremely supportive and there’s usually always weight and equipment available.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in SoCal! Great utilization of space, has up-to-date equipment, and is always clean! Staff and members create such a friendly and open atmosphere for all types and levels of gym goers to feel welcomed. Would definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great gym, awesome community! Henry and Mike are invested in their gym in a way that has no match. The owners and staff here are committed to their clients- they are always willing to help if you have any questions. Everyone in the gym is extremely welcoming and motivating. I also love that cleanliness is a priority for this gym— it makes me feel safe, especially during this pandemic!

Fantastic experience: -Owners and staff (and members) is very friendly and welcoming. Will help guide you through things if you're unsure of anything. -Gym is consistently clean. -Top notch equipment. -Fun & great training environment. -One of the best gyms in OC.

Fantastic experience: The best gym/powerlifting gym in southern california

Fantastic experience: Thank you to Exceed for pushing me to meet and surpass my fitness goals and giving me a juicy dump truck

Fantastic experience: Want to exceed your performance? This is the place to go. Competition standard equipment and even better people. Stop by for a visit!!

Fantastic experience: My experience was with Mike, he is very knowledgeable and well mannered. Boy is he Thiccc!!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality

Fantastic experience: The gym is clean and has the best equipment. The people are friendly and supportive. If you're looking to build some muscle, or simply just start your fitness journey then Exceed is the place!

Fantastic experience: Great gym, quality equipment, even better staff. Everyone is so welcoming and they consistently practice social distancing. The facility is clean and members are expected to clean after themselves to help maintain the cleanliness. Everybody is respectful but safety is still a priority which I value the most and appreciate.

Fantastic experience: This gym has everything you need! An awesome facility with a great, tight knit community, check it out!

Fantastic experience: Great gym, good experience. Great quality gym equipment.

Fantastic experience: Clean facility. Everyone is very respectful and welcoming. Best spot in Garden Grove!

Fantastic experience: Been here on numerous occasions and am impressed with the gym-space, equipment, and most importantly, the staff! Very accommodating to all styles of fitness and would recommend for anyone to stop by! I live quite far away from here, but I am still willing to drive out here anytime for the atmosphere and community!

Fantastic experience: This gym has top of the line equipment in extremely good condition and some of the best vibes for heavy lifting.

Fantastic experience: I’m so happy I found this gym!!! This pandemic has made it impossible to trust facilities and if they’re following protocols, but I trust Exceed with my health and my life! It is basically brand new, equipment is clean, trainers are attentive, members are respectful. I drive from Long Beach just to come here because it’s the best. Would 10/10 recommend

Fantastic experience: Very welcoming and encouraging environment. The staff keeps the facility and equipment clean and in excellent shape.

Fantastic experience: What an experience! Exceed performance is not only a gym, it’s a family! It is a place you can come and get the best information about how movements work which optimizes your lifting experience by not only the professional and knowledgeable staff, but by all of the people who workout there. Everyone is so easy going and talking to them and asking questions is just as easy as talking to a family member or friend. Exceed performance is THE best gym I have ever been to and I am proud to call myself a member of this amazing facility.

Fantastic experience: I honestly didn't enjoy lifting before I came to Exceed. The staff is very friendly and greets everyone when they come in. The culture is very welcoming and everyone who is a member cheers each other on. Equipment is very good quality and clean as the employees clean it often. I always look forward to working out here and won't go anywhere else!

Negative experience: Would give 5 stars for the members and equipment, however one of the owners runs the place like a dictator. From the moment you walk in he has a negative attitude, and will take it upon himself to accost you in front of other members very loudly if you do something he doesn't like. While members have 24/7 access, the owners will suspend your access code with no prior notice and a lack of regard for your time/money. Rules stated during onboarding are constantly changed so that you have no way of following them because of the confusion. And instead of communicating with you in an adult way, they will make changes with no communication or regard for members. 5/5 equipment 1/5 owner and how the gym is run.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic facility and staff. Messaged the owners (Henry and Michael) late at night to try to schedule a drop in for the next day. Henry was absolutely a pleasure to talk to and got me scheduled immediately. Andrew (front desk) provided a great overview of the facility and policies. All the athletes and staff are super friendly and the sense of community is palpable. Thank you for opening up your facility to me while I am traveling through California with my family on vacation.

Fantastic experience: Owners are awesome, gym is so clean, vibe is always lit here. Other members are super welcoming and will cheer you on in your lifts! Definitely a family atmosphere!