Renegade

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About

Voted San Diego's #1 Gym and Bootcamp by SD Reader Magazine and recognized by Scrubs Magazine and former Chargers center Nick Hardwick, Renegade is a veteran-owned, LGBTQ-owned group fitness brand with seven locations across the city. The Pacific Beach studio at 1245 Garnet Ave, 92109, is where co-founders Jamie Rice and Billy first met and developed their muscle-building group fitness formula. Each session rotates members through three zones—Rack for dumbbell and pull-up bar work, Turf for kettlebell and floor exercises, and Cardio for treadmill and assault bike intervals—with 15 minutes at each station. Jamie Rice, who also programs every workout across all Renegade locations, brings a science-based approach to anatomy and muscle development that scales from stay-at-home parents to professional athletes. The Garnet Avenue location is steps from Costa Brava, a laid-back restaurant where Renegade members frequently gather for post-session meals. Coach Sammi is highlighted in recent Google reviews for knowledgeable instruction and motivating energy, and the studio maintains a 4.9-star average across 111 reviews. A three-class free trial at any location and month-to-month memberships with no long-term contracts lower the barrier to entry. Renegade's single membership grants access to all studios—Hillcrest, North Park, Mission Hills, UTC, Point Loma, and the College Area near SDSU—so members can train wherever their day takes them. Members who live along the Garnet corridor also appreciate the convenience of Sauced Pizzeria for a quick slice on the walk home. The studio features high-end speakers, a mix of heavy metal, rock, and EDM playlists, and blue-and-white perimeter lighting that sets the tone for each class. Workouts are posted on whiteboards around the room and demonstrated live by the coach before each session begins.