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Original Muscle Beach, Los Angeles

3.3
#1 of 192 in Spas in California
Beach · Health Club
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Admire gymnasts and acrobats showing off their tricks at Original Muscle Beach. Established in the 1930s, the beach first got attention when legendary bodybuilders Joe Gold and Vic Tanny started lifting the weight equipment. Today, the weight equipment is at Venice Beach, but gymnasts and acrobats still come here to train. Bring your camera, but be sure to ask before snapping shots of the athletes in action. Take a look at our Los Angeles attractions website to schedule your visit to Original Muscle Beach and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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  • By samanthao520
    Such an awesome place! Was able to spend a little time just watching all the gymnasts perform their chosen crafts so well. It was really fun and amazing to watch 
    Such an awesome place! Was able to spend a little time just watching all the gymnasts perform their chosen crafts so well. It was really fun and amazing to watch  more »
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  • By oshane johnson
    Love this place!!! Great place to just chill and relax. It's quite simple and just have fun. You can go any day if you want to. It's a very relaxing vibe.
  • By Michael Burns
    One of a kind place in the world. Arnold Schwarzenegger lifted weights HERE where the sign is NOT where muscle beach is now in Venice with modern accessories. Here was iron only.
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