The Mecca of Bodybuilding: Venice Beach’s Iconic Gold’s Gym
Gold’s Gym in Venice Beach, California, is a legendary fitness icon, known as the “Mecca of Bodybuilding.” Founded in 1965 by Joe Gold, it has become a global pilgrimage site for bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts. Located in vibrant Venice Beach, it combines modern fitness facilities with a storied bodybuilding history.

