The Core

Fitness center in Chico, California.

workout session at the core

Welcome to your gym

The Core is about you and what you make of it. It’s a place where dedicated people come to train. Egos are unwelcome here. No one at The Core is interested in how much you lift, or how fast you can finish a workout. We’re not for everybody. We get that. If you get it too, we’d love to show you around.

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Our Philosophy

Open

Unlike other Chico gyms or health clubs, The Core has no restrictions on when, how long, or how often you work out. If we’re open, you’re always welcome.

Fun

Get fit and have fun doing it. At The Core you’ll reach your goals alongside a tight community of friendly people who care more about being fit than looking fit.

Personal

The Core provides a fast-paced workout that strengthens your body, clears your mind, and engages your spirit. You’ll also get individual coaching and supervision.

Your Success

The Core has become an  integral part of my life, because I enjoy exercise and at my ever increasing age need to maintain strength, muscle mass and flexibility.  Steven tailors my workouts, and there is no pretension, and “not -nice” people are not tolerated. It’s just a pleasant part of my day.

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Ernie Washington

Chico, California

I’ve been a client of CORE strength and conditioning facility under the tutelage of Steve Williams for at least 12 years.

Due to the nature of my work as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon I am subject to some of the common ailments related to poor ergonomics and other stress related maladies. Training at The Core has allowed me to continue to enjoy my career and pursue hobbies which require physical and mental fitness.

There are few fancy machines, no one concerned about the latest fitness fashion and clients are there for a purpose. That being said I’ve made many friends there over the years and I enjoy the social aspect of sharing a rigorous routine. 

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Mark G. Womack, DDS

Chico, California

I have been with the Core for a little over four years. After day one, I have never looked back.

There is an energy at the Core that is like no other gym I have belonged to. I feel like we are a little family that you are excited to see and care about.

They are a team of professional personal trainers that will not only explain each part of the workout, they observe your form and make sure you are not overexerting or incorrectly preforming each section and if you simply are not comfortable with a move they will alter the plan to fit your needs, safety being a priority.

I have never felt stronger and healthier thanks to the Core and the awesome family of like minded folks who enjoy a great way to release some stress and feel good about yourself.

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Racheal young

Durham, California

Life at The Core

All willing are welcome

The Core has always been a mission and value-focused company. We’re deeply passionate about delivering life-changing coaching. We believe that getting healthy should be simple and fun. It should leave you happy and healthy, with willpower to spare. There’s nothing complicated about what we do: good people giving good advice leads to a good outcome. Check out our Program for a glimpse inside The Core.

Program
The Core Summer Work Out

Viewpoint

I’m Too Damn Old

Slow down aging with resistance training 60 is the new 40, right? Um, no … not exactly. But there is hope. I don’t remember the precise moment I realized that…

I’m Too Damn Old