Fitness
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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.
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.
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
Recovery Suite
Detoxify and relax in our new Recovery Suite, a private, tranquil haven reserved for our Santa Monica guests—equipped with an invigorating hot sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy wall and our newest Ammortal Chamber for the perfect post-or-pre-travel reset. Take a plunge and experience the revitalizing, circulation-stimulating benefits of contrast therapy…then step outside to the suite’s terrace to unwind, rest, and take in sun-soaked scenic views.
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.
Relax, revive and restore with fresh ocean breezes and coastal views.
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.
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.
VO₂ MAX TESTING
Science-Backed. Performance-Driven.
Unlock a deeper understanding of your fitness with VO₂ Max testing, once only available in medical labs, now offered exclusively at Santa Monica Proper.
This advanced assessment measures how efficiently your body uses oxygen during exercise, providing powerful insight into your cardiovascular health, endurance, and longevity.
Guided by wellness experts using clinical-grade technology, this test helps you train smarter, recover better, and live well.
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.
