I first went to the resort in Utah and after being a couch potato I would say they really got me up and moving and the food was good. I wanted to try out their new (at the time) Malibu resort and found it to not be as personable as the Utah resort. It costs a lot to go here...... More

I just finished 4 weeks at the Malibu location which was wonderfully sunny in February. The daily workouts are hard but manageable for all fitness levels. The staff inspires, encourages and teases you into a harder workout than you might feel possible. I learned that breathing hard is only the START of exercise and that the body recovers very quickly,... More

I was a little afraid as I drove into the resort driveway. Was a Jillian trainer going to yell at me? Was I going to be able to do all the exercises? Will I fit in? All my fears faded away as I waited on a Sunday afternoon for the guests to arrive. We were in a rustic wooded area... More

Everyone is given the same amount of calories and the same exercise classes regardless of age, gender, or weight. The gyms are windowless tents that feel like saunas on hot days. The spa does not have a waiting room requiring you to wait outside and no bathroom requiring you to go downstairs in your robe to use the dining room... More

This is a great way to jump start a lifestyle change. I learned so many things that i can take home and continue on my own. Not only are the staff caring and extremely supportive!! But the other guests are too. There are people from all walks of life in all forms of fitness and no matter what your story... More

Overweight & out-of-shape, I checked into the resort with great apprehension. What is awesome is that the trainers & staff adapt workouts for ALL fitness levels. They assist each guest to overcome their current status and achieve much higher levels, but there is no yelling at you like on the TV show. Make sure you sign up for a massage... More

For an exercise focused weight loss and fitness program, this place hits the sweet spot. The personalized attention on beautiful hikes in Malibu makes a challenging experience possible. Very caring and supportive staff who seem deeply committed to the cause. Fitness programming and variety are excellent. It keeps you engaged and interested through your exhaustion. Attendance is taken ... You... More

I went to Fitness Ridge in Malibu to "re-program" myself and get out of a 2-year-long rut of bad habits - eating too much, drinking too much (great) wine, exercising too little. And it sure worked for me. This isn't a "luxury" resort. As the branding with the TV show indicates, it's a fitness camp focused on healthy eating and... More