I have been training with Marcel for about three years. I started at a time when I was injured and going stir crazy from not being able to do any physical activity especially climbing. During the initial training, he was able to work around both my injuries while still getting a good workout.Here are the a few of the many things that I really like about Marcel:1. He was able to figure out my personality and how to work around my quirks2. He has asked me about my goals and catered the workout to help me meet them. As a result, I am climbing stronger.3. He is very knowledgeable but is modest about it4. He is not pushy but knows how to push you (not sure if it makes sense to others but it does to me :) )5. He is a big reason that my wrist injury did not get worse even though I am on computers all the time.In short, if you are looking for a great trainer I highly recommend 3Fit!

Love this place! Staff is welcoming and youre guaranteed to get an excellent workout. The 7x7 class is my fav and one of the most dynamic strength workouts. Ive only taken it with Melissa, the owner, because I love her training style so much. Melissa and her playlists will motivate you despite the fact that your quads are burning and your legs and lungs just might give up.

Marcel was enthusiastically recommended to me by a friend a year ago and Ive been training with him ever since. I am always impressed at his depth of knowledge about the body and nutrition, and I leave workouts feeling exhausted, but totally energized in the best possible way. However, even more than his knowledge, I have a deep respect for him as a person. He is very sensitive to his clients individual needs and knows exactly how much to challenge you, which ultimately helps you push to the next level. Yet he also knows when support, encouragement, and a listening ear is necessary as well. Ive worked with him one-on-one and in group settings, and its really apparent how much he genuinely cares about his clients and how much he enjoys helping people. As a previous review mentioned, Marcel really does live what he teaches, which makes his training and advice all the more relevant and realistic. And although he no longer does in-home training, the 3Fit gym facility is easily accessible and very well-equipped, which brings some great variety to each workout.All-in-all, I am totally thrilled with the results Ive gotten since training with Marcel! More strength and stamina equals more confidence and energy that spills over into all areas of my life.

3 Fit is a great place to get in shape. Ive been going there off and on for over 2 years and it has completely transformed my body and my life. Probably the most important aspect to Marcels training is the way he teaches you correct form and explains what each move/exercise is doing for you. With his guidance, I have continued to workout at home and to make progress.Saturday group classes are great. The facilities and environment are great. Highly recommend.

Marcel and crew are the best! As an engineer, I really appreciate the level of in-depth knowledge and science that goes into my customized workout programs.Thanks for helping me be stronger in my thirties than at any point previous in my life.

3Fit is truly exceptional -- plain and simple. If you are looking for someone to train with -- LOOK NO FURTHER! I have lived all over the Bay Area and worked with trainers in Redwood City, San Francisco, and Menlo Park. The 3Fit team easily outshines the rest. Expect the highest quality training in the Bay in a fully equipped, quiet, personal setting. This was a huge plus for me, since working out in front of a bunch of other people has always made me feel a bit self conscious.The trainers are top notch -- bringing experience, INTELLIGENCE, and kindness to the table. These are people you not only want to train with but be friends with. Do you have an injury? They will modify exercises. Are you new to the gym? Prepare to learn (and enjoy it!). Do you have extensive experience working out? Prepare to be impressed (I thought Id seen pretty much every standard exercise out there -- wrong)! Do certain exercises scare the daylights out of you? Prepare to meet the people who will help you (without pressuring you!) overcome those fears.I discovered 3Fit via Yelp almost exactly a year ago. After a string of horrible experiences with trainers, and a years worth of unhealthy eating and basically not working out at all, I knew something had to change. The location is a little tricky to find the first time you go, so give yourself a cushion your first session. I was very nervous at the beginning, but those feelings of trepidation quickly dissipated after a few very successful sessions. We started work in early January and by March I ran the first 5k of my life! I have had horrible ankle and back pain due to horseback riding injuries compounded by sitting in an office. Marcel and his team worked with me to deal with these injuries and form better daily routines -- helping manage my pain in and out of the gym. Not ONCE have I ever felt uncomfortable, scared, or ignored in a session. Now that Im in law school, I look forward to each session as a time to let go, sweat, and do something completely positive for my body. No matter how hectic my schedule, I have never once thought to myself: I should have spent that time doing something else. Every session is time well spent and I feel my body and mind are better off for it. Yours will be too!

I have trained with both Marcel and Vince for the past 2 months and have seen a huge difference in my body since. More specifically, I have been working with Vince to lose body fat and tone. He pushes my limits and explains the purpose of each workout. I highly recommend 3Fit!

3Fit is an absolutely amazing training space with wonderful coaches for morning classes, evening classes, and personal training. Always fun, and challenging, but the community makes it all worth while.

This is gonna be a long one, but its because there are so many good things to say about Marcel and 3FIT. I originally started 3FIT back in 2014 after trying a few group classes in the area. If you havent guessed it, 3FIT stuck while the others didnt. You can get a good workout anywhere - what you cant get anywhere are trainers who are passionate about their trade AND care about you and your goals. I attended group classes 2-3 weekly for over a year, and then switched to private training with my partner to get us wedding ready. We would not have stopped going to 3FIT, but we moved out of state. Hence, update...After gaining some of my weight back and falling off the shape wagon, I started a small home gym and got back to my routines. Heres another reason why 3FIT is the best - they dont just tell you what to do, they TEACH you what to do so that you can work on your own too. Fitness to Marcel and 3FIT isnt just a come to the gym, give us your money and we will make it sweat, it is a way of life that translates to everything you do. Anyway, I got back in shape but eventually hit a plateau - I wasnt seeing progress in my weight training, nor was I moving closer to my goal of getting toner. So, I reached out to Marcel for some guidance, and of course, he was game because hes the absolute best. Ive been working with Marcel long-distance for about 2 months now, and I have already seen huge improvements in my mobility, strength, endurance and overall body composition. He is always so helpful with my odd questions or weird descriptions of muscle groups, and it just amazes me that 1, he can do this all long distance, and 2, that he cares so much about his work that he has been willing to help me reach my goals, even when Im not there in the gym. Guys, Marcel is the REAL DEAL - I seriously cant recommend this gym enough!!

Marcel is the best personal trainer Ive met so far. He generally starts each session with preplanned exercises, providing workarounds for any particular exercise that might cause issues for people who have had injuries and are concerned about reactivating them. Hes also great at recommending alternative exercises and stretches for injury prone areas. Whenever I work out at a gym, I might be sore for maybe the next day, but from his 1 hour group sessions, Im typically sore for 3, sometimes 4 days.

I joined 3fit a month ago to loss fat and get more toned. Vincent is the best trainer I have ever had. He knows exactly what we have to work on to reach my goal. He is also very knowledgable about dieting and health in general. He has answers to all of my questions about how I can adjust my diet to loss fat more efficiently. Losing fat is time and energy consuming. I am glad I have Vincent and 3fit to help me along the process.

I have been working with Marcel as my personal trainer for over 9 years! Lets just say I am of a certain age that qualifies me for senior discounts, and that when I retired from my high-tech desk job, I promised myself Id finally start devoting some time and energy to my physical health. I joined one of the big box gyms-that-will-not-be-named, and the new membership came with some free personal training. I didnt really want it (joined for the group exercise classes), but after one session of working with the trainer (lo and behold, it was Marcel!), I was hooked. He made the work challenging but fun, and always made sure to take my age and health factors (AKA arthritis) into consideration. Over the years since then, he has not only left the big box gym factory behind to open his own gym, but has developed some in-depth knowledge of kinesiology, and works hand-in-hand with my chiropractor to make sure I am doing the right kind of training for my aging, arthritic joints. As they say, getting old isnt for the faint of heart, but thankfully with Marcels expert help, Im going to feel young for many years to come

It’s been a full week since I severely sprained my ankle from landing poorly and putting all of my weight onto my right ankle. I thought I broke my ankle, it was the worst pain I’ve ever felt. Initially, I thought it was a small ankle roll, but had to sit out for the rest of class.In Feb, I moved away from 24 Hour Fitness during the New Years resolutioners crowds and discovered 3Fit. I kept coming back because I really liked the instructor and could tell that Marcel really cares about his clients and his people. He ensures that everyone is with proper form, properly challenging themselves, encourages technique over macho ego, and really stresses the importance of listening to your body. I know what it’s like to “push for that last rep,” ultimately compromising form (which you should never ever do) and setting me back a little to re-evaluate. I learned more about fitness and can take these lessons and apply them to my own lifting regimens. Marcel has great fitness philosophies and is a fun trainer to be around.Marcel reached out to me to check in with the sprain, even in the middle of the week when I didn’t give updates other than the initial ones about needing to RICE and take it easy. Most rehabilitation from injuries tend to put people back to the state they were in pre-injury, susceptible to another injury. Marcel emphasized the importance of recovering better than before to prevent that. I am very amazed and can’t express enough how supportive and caring he is, he definitely cares about his job and duties. Marcel probably doesn’t even see it a job since it’s something he is very passionate about (talk about a millennial’s dreams to never have to work a day in your life because you have the job that you care and are passionate about). Marcel really goes the “extra mile” in extending his care and concern for others. I am excited for my ankle’s recovery, but will be taking it slow, and listening to my body so that I can come back stronger than ever before.If you’re into fitness classes, or want a great personal trainer, I highly recommend 3Fit and Marcel! 🤩💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

Marcel is a tremendously knowledgable, patient, and down-to-earth trainer who has made my life so much better! I used to have chronic neck and shoulder pains from an old injury, and was tired of constantly struggling with body aches. Through my PT sessions at 3Fit, Ive developed tons of strength, become much more aware of my posture, and learned really useful stretches to improve my day-to-day life. 3Fits Bootcamps are fun and a good workout for people of all fitness levels too! The workouts are always different and you get to use a variety of equipment in very creative fashions! The facilities are also great for people who have busy work schedules (shower+lockers).

If you want to finish a class feeling strong, accomplished and sweaty, this is the place for you!I get an amazing full body workout every single time, thanks to the expertise and personalization Marcel provides in his group bootcamps.Each workout is different, so I never get bored and Im constantly challenging my body in different ways.Training at 3Fit has helped me become a a better runner which is my main goal.Thanks Marcel!

Been going to 3FIT for more than 1.5 years now and couldnt be happier. Ive worked with CJ and Vincent (and tips/tricks every now and then from Marcel on form and mobility). All of them are fabulous and keeps me coming back.Pros -1. Fitness assessment at the beginning to help you understand progress and goals.2. Focus on correct form. A lot of time is spent teaching correct exercise form before we even start going heavy on weights.3. Immense variety in workouts. Youll never be bored.4. Workout tracking. I have details on sets/reps of each workout since day 1 of my workouts.5. Vincent/Marcel are superb motivators.6. I am injury prone in my back and hurt myself every few months (lots of seating at work, bad posture, etc.) And every single time, theyve modified my workouts to accommodate injury and help with recovery.7. Unlike some other instructors I know of, Vincent is extremely accommodating. Ive had to cancel our sessions in the past, due to some injury, urgent work, etc. but it has never been an issue.Cons -Only con is that since Ive moved to Milpitas, it has become a bit of drive and traffic is pretty bad in the evening. But I cant imagine not coming here so thats a Pro :-)Keep up the great work guys and your passion clearly shows!

3FIT is seriously amazing. From being able to do my first-ever pull up to doing thousands of burpees at a time (maybe a small exaggeration on the burpees), I am blowing past goals I had always set for myself, but never thought Id be able to achieve. And I am having fun doing it!Ive been training with Marcel 2 times/week for about 8 months now and could not be happier with my results thus far. In the past I have tried so many different gyms, classes, bootcamps, etc. etc., and never really saw the dramatic results I had hoped for. That changed once I started working out at 3FIT. It didnt take long for me to begin to notice a huge change -both inside and out. I feel stronger and healthier than ever before.Each workout is super challenging and different from the last. Marcel does a fantastic job of knowing exactly how much I can handle (which is sometimes more than I *think* I can handle). He also keeps a laser focus on my form to make sure that I am doing everything exactly right.The gym itself is great! It has everything you could ever imagine and more - rock climbing wall, giant tires, TRX, kettle bells and more. Its super convenient to get to off of Central Expressway and theres always plenty of parking available.If you have been thinking about giving personal training a try (or even trying out a boot camp), look no further than 3FIT. I cannot recommend this place enough. It will be one of the best decisions you make. It sure was for me!

The BEST trainer in the bay area!!