Fitness

Santa Monica Proper Hotel

Maintaining health and wellness is key at Santa Monica Proper. Our newly expanded 2,500-square-foot fitness center is thoughtfully designed to elevate your wellness journey. Located just below our Recovery Suite and across from Surya Spa, the space is equipped with state-of-the-art strength, cardio, and functional equipment.

Open 24/7, it features expert programming, personal training, and complimentary yoga and bootcamp classes. VO2 Max testing, once reserved for elite athletes, is now available to guests, offering clinical insight into cardiovascular fitness and performance. Pair it with a session in our Ammortal Chamber for advanced recovery and longevity.

A gym with adjustable bench, dumbbells on the floor, and stacked weights, sunlight streaming through blinds.

Fitness Studio

The Proper fitness studio offers three expansive, naturally lit spaces with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, equipped with state-of-the-art strength training, weight, and cardio equipment. Enjoy wellness experiences like a cold plunge, sauna and direct access to outdoor classes such as yoga and bootcamp. Each space is reservable for private use, with options for group sessions and personalized training available upon request.

Modern gym with stair stepper, elliptical machines, and wood accents, sunlight filtered through window blinds.

Dimly lit gym with two exercise balls, leg press machine, and wood panel walls with slatted windows.

Stationary exercise bikes with digital screens are lined up in a wooden fitness room with warm lighting.

Equipment

Our fitness center is equipped with a curated selection of the most effective and innovative workout gear available. From top-of-the-line cardio machines to versatile strength and recovery tools, our gym is designed to support every aspect of your wellness journey:

Peloton Bikes (5)
Keiser Functional Trainer
Zwift & Watt Bikes
Woodway Treadmills (5)
Woodway Curve Treadmill
Elliptical, Stair Climber, Echo Bike + Rower
Pilates Reformers (2)
Strength + Functional Training Equipment
Free Weights

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Yoga

Inspiring wellness and thoughtful community is part of the Proper way. Join us in the Helios Studio for group classes offered daily. Our resident instructors are also available to lead private or group yoga, mediation, or dance classes upon request.

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Yoga mats with rolled towels, wooden blocks, and stools line sunlit studio floor near large windows.

Group Fitness

Experience a diverse range of signature group fitness classes from our favorite local pros, complimentary for hotel guests. Our favorite class at the moment? Mat Pilates with Teo in Helios studio.

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Personal Training

We’ve partnered with premium fitness app TruBe to offer guests personalized 1-on-1 training with top-rated professionals. Choose from expert trainers specializing in Pilates, dance-inspired workouts, nutrition coaching, and dynamic fitness techniques-ensuring a tailored wellness experience.

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VO₂ MAX TESTING

Self-Operated VO₂ Max Testing

Unlock a deeper understanding of your fitness with VO₂ Max testing, once only available in medical labs, now offered exclusively at Santa Monica Proper.

The CardioCoach KIOSK is a self-operated VO2 max testing system that allows users to independently conduct metabolic assessments. It features an interactive touchscreen, automatic resistance bike, and disposable mask kits. Results are instantly provided via QR code, offering VO2 max, training zones, and fat-burn data.

This advanced assessment measures how efficiently your body uses oxygen during exercise, providing powerful insight into your cardiovascular health, endurance, and longevity.

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Outdoor Activities

Explore Santa Monica’s outdoor offerings with gear provided by Santa Monica Proper, just blocks from the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy activities such as beach volleyball, cycling with Electra and Rad Electric Fat Bikes, and relaxing with beach towels. Cruise the renowned bike path north to scenic Will Rogers State Beach, or head south through Santa Monica towards Venice and Marina Del Rey, reaching iconic surf spots like Venice Pier and El Porto.

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FAQ

What fitness facilities are available at Santa Monica Proper?

The hotel features a 24/7, 2,500 sq ft fitness center equipped with Peloton bikes, Woodway treadmills, Watt bikes, Technogym elliptical/stair climbers, Concept II rowers/ski ergs, reformer Pilates machines, free weights, and functional-training equipment.

Are group classes like yoga or boot camp offered at Santa Monica Proper?

Yes-guests can join on-site fitness classes, including yoga, HIIT, and bootcamp-style training. Additionally, Proper Club members can attend classes at partner studios like Barry’s, BodyRok, Sweat Yoga, and Studio Elevate.

What recovery or wellness amenities are available?

The Recovery Suites, Hyperion and Soma, include a variety of healing modalities, encompassing cold plunge, dry sauna, red-light therapy, compression therapy, and private showers. Hyperion’s experience is more about regeneration, while Soma’s is more performance-based.

Is the fitness center open 24 hours a day?

Yes-the fitness center is open 24 hours daily, providing uninterrupted access to all equipment and facilities.

Can I book personal training or one-on-one wellness sessions?

Absolutely-guests and Proper Club members can book private training, recovery treatments (like the Ammortal Chamber), Ayurvedic therapies, and personalized sessions through Guest Services or the fitness/club staff.

How do I reserve a fitness class, training session, or recovery treatment?

Reservations can be made via the Proper Club portal, by contacting Guest Services, or directly coordinating with fitness and spa teams.

Is the fitness or recovery center open to non-hotel guests?

Yes-non-guests can access the Recovery Suites via booked treatments, and the Proper Club membership offers full facility, class, and recovery access, including pool, spa, and workspaces.

Where can I find class schedules or a list of available equipment?

The latest class schedules, equipment inventory, and availability details are provided through the Proper Club portal or available upon request through the fitness desk or Guest Services.