Gym Hours
MONDAY – FRIDAY: 5AM – 10PM
SATURDAY – SUNDAY: 6AM – 8PM
BANK HOLIDAYS: 6AM – 8PM
THANKSGIVING DAY: CLOSED
CHRISTMAS DAY: CLOSED
Welcome to the active lifestyle
We are a state-of-the-art Gym and Wellness Center located on the beach in Pacific Beach with 300+ garage parking spaces (FREE with validation) located beneath our building. Come spend your day at the gym, on the boardwalk and at the beach! Under new ownership, Ken Cornell has put a lot of effort into creating a professionally designed facility, with new equipment coming in constantly to follow fitness trends and full amenities.
Whether you’re looking for a serious weightlifting workout, or a restorative sauna/spa day, you can do it all here. With an industrial-chic at-the-beach style, our gym is stocked with core and free weights, lineups of cardio equipment, speedbags and boxing gear, and workout equipment galore. If there’s a hot new piece of gym equipment, we’ve probably got it! Facilities include an indoor stretch and yoga room with views of the waves, and an outdoor turf area for group workouts, spin classes and large, redwood porch swings for cooling off in the breeze.
Meet our team
The team at Ocean Pacific Gym & Wellness is devoted to the health and well-being of our members. We are committed to providing a safe, clean, and friendly atmosphere for our valued members. We are health-focused and community-oriented. We are a judgement free zone and welcome individuals at all levels of their fitness journey.
Owners
Ken Cornell
Owner of Ocean Pacific Gym
Ken grew up in the San Fernando Valley of California and Las Vegas. He started working full-time in 8th grade as a busboy and worked his way up in the casino and restaurant scenes of the 1970s and 80s. During the next three decades, Kenny ran sales and real estate ventures in Nevada and California. All those gorgeous houses on the water in Mission Beach? Yeah, that’s Kenny channeling his inner Leonardo DaVinci and converting tired beach shacks into masterpieces. When he realized his gym needed some love, he decided to purchase it and turn it into a community fitness and wellness center for the beach he also loves. You’ll see Kenny working out with us every day, as well as having coffee and watching the fights on the big screens in our lounge.
Dawson
Our skyscraper-of-a-young-man, Dawson, grew up on skis in Alaska. He loves hunting, fishing, skateboarding (he used to blowtorch the skatepark to clear it of snow in winter). Dawson has many-a-story of dodging bears and moose on the way to school. Post-Alaska, he spent a couple years on the Big Island of Hawaii, then he landed on the beaches of San Diego, working here with us at the gym. In his spare time, Dawson works out at Ocean Pacific with Quest Hawkins’ Wxlf Pxc, “I am the only guy in the gym who LOVES to do legs.” What is Dawson’s life goal? To be happy. How does that look to Dawson? “Just effing do it. Be happy. That’s it.”
Connor
A badass multi-wing college hockey player UMASS-Dartmouth, Connor studied Hospitality and completed a Forbes Five-Star training at Wequessett Resort in Harwich, Mass. He was born and raised in Cape Cod and will forever be a true-blue New England sports fan. When not in the gym (so in the wee hours), Connor loves to be outside and active in the community. He plays in volleyball and baseball leagues and tries a new restaurant in Pacific Beach almost every day. What are his standout attributes? Connor is family-oriented, loyal and leaves a wicked-awesome first impression. He knows every member’s name, workout cycle and schedule by heart! Goals in life: “To be the best at what I do in life. Currently, that means making people feel good about being in the gym. I want people to get credit where credit is due and feel good about their workouts and life. I like to bring my east coast manners to the left coast and treat everyone the way they should be treated; with respect and acknowledgment. I want to help people make their days matter and cause a ripple effect in their lives. I’m an oyster shucker. My knife wedges open the most reluctant introverts to socialize and have a comfortable place to let out their personalities.”
Staff
Gianna
Gianna is a born and raised San Diego local who enjoys chasing sunsets and spending time in the water. She’s always been drawn to the wild outdoors and always takes every opportunity to be in nature and expand her horizons. She loves going on hikes, snowboarding, and watching baseball.
Always on the lookout for the next adventure, Gianna is currently in the process of becoming a personal trainer.
She hopes to use her knowledge and passion to help others achieve their fitness goals. Gianna's deepest longing is to travel the world and witness the beauty it beholds. She hopes to one day share her love for adventuring with others and inspire them to explore the world for themselves.
Kahley
Kahley is an outgoing individual from Massachusetts who was raised in San Diego, California. She attended two Creative performing media arts schools and graduated from James Madison High school.
Over the past 8 years, Kahley has been a nanny/babysitter and has gained a great deal of experience with children. Additionally, she is a licensed esthetician and skin care specialist.
She loves to listen to music, dance and enjoys trying out new types of food with friends. Above all, she is very curious about learning about other people and their perspectives.
As an interesting fact, Kahley was born on April 22nd which is Earth day!
Melena
Melena Cerrillo is a San Diego-based entrepreneur, psychology student, and ministry leader
dedicated to cultivating community through creativity, wellness, and intentional connection. As
the founder of Just Because Florals and creator of guided family journals, she merges beauty
with meaning to inspire emotional and spiritual health. Her work bridges the gap between
everyday moments and lifelong impact—helping people feel known, nourished, and rooted.
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Mary
Mary was born in California but moved to Nebraska when she was two, so she’s a Cornhusker at heart. She has a deep love for the outdoors—whether it’s hiking, exploring new trails, or anything that keeps her active outside. She’s currently in college, still exploring her path and passions. She’s drawn to photography, art, and all things fitness-related. She also had the incredible opportunity to live in Europe for two years, where she worked at a hospital and quickly became a Registered Behavior Technician. That experience sparked her interest in healthcare and human behavior, and she’s excited to see where it all leads.
Kylie
is from South Lake Tahoe and loves spending time outdoors. She enjoys snowboarding in the winter, being on the boat in the summer, and wake surfing whenever she gets the chance. Kylie is active, creative, and always looking for new things to learn. She has a dog named Bear who goes almost everywhere with her. She’s also passionate about starting her own business and is working toward building something meaningful for the future.
Kaytlyn
Kaytlyn is an outgoing individual from Western Michigan. She not only is a coffee professional, but also taking a big stride into her fitness journey with OPG. On days she’s not at the gym working/working out, she enjoys trying local coffee shops or spending her time at the beach!
Anjelina
Anjelina is a creative and active individual who grew up in South Lake Tahoe, California. After spending a year in San Luis Obispo, she now lives in sunny San Diego. She was a 4-year varsity athlete and grew up playing soccer, skiing in the winter, and enjoying outdoor lake activities during the summer. She recently became an aunty and loves spending time with her family, especially her three sisters. In her free time, she enjoys making crafts - including sewing, jewelry-making, clay art, and doing nails
Kalani
Kalani is a San Diego local who loves working out, spending time with friends, and always finding new ways to challenge herself. She’s passionate about fitness and hopes to grow in the fitness world while traveling and experiencing everything the world has to offer. Whether she’s in the gym or exploring a new place, Kalani is all about good vibes, hard work, and living life to the fullest.
Lauren
“Lauren/LoLo is from a small town in Northern California called Ukiah. She’s been with
Ocean Pacific Gym & Wellness since the very beginning. Lauren earned her Master’s
Degree while helping us grow to the amazing gym you see today. You’ll see her at the
front desk or teaching as an instructor.
Instructors
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Dom
Dominique bell is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu and judo, black belt, as well as a longtime highly accomplished competitor. He has a passion for teaching and creating a class atmosphere that fosters growth and community.
Janelle
Janelle Fellenz is a 500hour Registered Yoga Teacher and a pillar of San Diego’s yoga community as a training & development leader and Powerflow enthusiast. She’s passionate about the mindbody connection, empowerment through movement, wellness-centered community, and the integration of yogic values on & off the mat. When she’s not on her mat, you can find her vibing on the dancefloor, chasing sunsets, or enjoying gluten free treats.
Joey
Joey Gould was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. He is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the world-renowned Andre Galvao at Atos HQ. He has two dogs who keep his life full of energy and loyalty. He’s always up for a good workout, exploring new restaurants, or chasing the next adventure. But at the same time, he says “nothing beats staying in and unwinding at home with my dogs.”
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn R has been facilitating breathwork for 2 years. She has a passion for guiding others back home to themselves, helping them feel relaxed, break through subconscious limitations and feel empowered to live their most authentic lives. The classes are a great opportunity to relax, ease your mind and reset your nervous system. Kaitlyn has an extensive background in health and fitness, focusing on holistic wellness, weaving in spiritual development, subconscious reprogramming and brain-heart coherence into her teachings. Her philosophy encompasses the fundamental principle that true transformation really is an inside job and being a guide during that journey is where she feels her gifts are best served. She believes that ntroducing the importance of nervous system regulation and how to release emotional trauma and stagnant energy from the body is where real change begins.
Karoline
Karoline is an online fitness coach and the creator of Booty Lab, known for helping
hundreds of women transform their bodies and confidence through strength training,
glute-focused workouts, and dialed-in nutrition. She brings her Brazilian energy and
results-driven coaching style to Ocean Pacific Gym every week.
Kaityln
Kaitlyn S is a yoga instructor who seeks to create a mindful space for students to
explore their practice and connect with themselves. Her personal interests include
slacklining, baking, spending time with the people she loves and anything outdoors!
Originally from Santa Cruz, CA, she moved to San Diego to attend SDSU in 2019.
With a background in Anusara Yoga, advanced Asana, Pranayama, and meditation,
Kaitlyn teaches playful and intentional classes to allow students to further their personal
practice and continue the practice of yoga off their mats.
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Angela
Angela Boulet is a transformational yoga teacher and wellness visionary with over a decade of experience leading powerful, soul-awakening classes. Known for her magnetic energy, science-meets-spirit approach, and iconic playlists, Angela’s classes are far more than just movement. They’re a full experience of empowerment, healing, and embodied transformation — where sweat meets soul. With a background in psychology, dance, and high-performance recovery, Angela expertly fuses vinyasa flow, breathwork, sound healing, and inspirational speaking in her classes. Whether you're an athlete, a leader, or simply craving a deeper connection to yourself, her classes are for you.
Jazmin
Jazmin Sabah grew up on the East Coast in Northern Virginia and made the leap to
sunny San Diego in 2021. Since then, she’s immersed herself in the fitness world,
becoming a dedicated Pilates instructor. Jazmin specializes in the Heroboard, a unique
tool that strengthens and challenges her clients in fun and uplifting classes. She’s all
about building a strong, supportive community and having a great time while helping
everyone become their strongest selves.
Kody
Kody Marie has been teaching yoga for 7 years with training in vinyasa, hatha, yin, and Thai massage. Her classes are rooted in recovery, injury prevention, and nervous system regulation, blending functional movement, stillness, and a holistic approach to healing.
She works with all levels—beginners, first responders, people in recovery, and retreat groups. Expect a calm, accessible space with yoga philosophy and tools for your body and mind when working with her.
Tyler
Tyler Escoto
MMA Professional who fought for
Cage Warriors and Combate Global
Jackson
Jackson Williams was born and raised in Boulder, Colorado and has been boxing for
over seven years. He’s competed in amateur bouts, including the Colorado State
Golden Gloves and brings that same focus and energy to every class whether it’s with
first-timers or seasoned boxers. Jackson’s passion for the sport shows up in every
session — expect sharp technique, steady encouragement, and a great workout.
