About Beach Cities Fitness

Founded over a decade ago by Zak and Tarrah Kepner, Beach Cities Fitness has been a pillar of the Dana Point and South Orange County community since before their own children were born. What started as a small, family-owned operation has grown into something far more meaningful — a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds train, connect, and thrive together. Zak’s mission has always been simple: eliminate the intimidation factor, and show that fitness is for everyone. You don’t need to be a pro athlete to belong here — just someone who wants to be better than yesterday.

The community inside Beach Cities Fitness is as diverse as the town itself. You’ll find firefighters training alongside small business owners, doctors sharing classes with surfboard shapers, and lifelong friends who first met lifting barbells here. It’s the kind of gym where people know each other’s names, celebrate wins together, and show up outside the gym for weddings, beach days, and life in general. With personalized coaching, scaling options for every level, and an environment that prioritizes your version of “fit,” this isn’t just another gym — it’s a second home.