The Facility
Built For
Serious Athletes.
RTB Fitness Connection is Modesto's premier bodybuilding gym — a two-story, 24/7 private facility designed for people who take their training seriously. Whether you're a competitive bodybuilder or just getting started, you'll find everything you need under this roof.
Proudly serving the entire 209 — Modesto, Ceres, Turlock, Riverbank, Salida, Oakdale, and all of Stanislaus County. If you're searching for the best gym near you in the 209 area code, RTB is worth the drive.
From Rogue equipment and a full turf sled track to an outdoor training area, posing room, showers, and on-site vending — RTB is built different. No corporate fluff. Just serious iron and a community that pushes you.
What We Offer
Our
Services.
From stage prep to everyday wellness — RTB offers specialized programs for every goal, coached by certified experts who've been there themselves.
Men and Women's competition prep — full coaching from training and nutrition to stage-ready conditioning. Built for athletes who want to compete and win.
Bodybuilding · Classic · Bikini
Specialized bikini competition prep designed for women — customized nutrition, training, and posing coaching to help you step onstage with confidence.
Women's Division
Master every mandatory pose and transition. Expert posing sessions to maximize your physique onstage and command the judges' attention from the moment you walk out.
Competition Posing
Dedicated posing coaching for Classic Physique competitors — refine your presentation, perfect your lines, and bring your best package to every show.
Classic Physique
Wellness division prep and coaching — structured training and nutrition programming focused on balanced muscularity, health, and stage-ready presentation.
Wellness DivisionPersonalized macros, meal plans, and training programs for non-competitors too — whether your goal is fat loss, muscle building, or just feeling your best every day. Recover fully with our in-house massage therapy, available to help you train harder and bounce back faster.
All Levels WelcomePricing
Pick Your
Plan.
No contracts. No hidden fees. Just access to one of Modesto's best bodybuilding gyms — on your terms.
- Free day pass
- First-time guests only
- One per person
- Access within 20 min
New to RTB? Email us at 87robthebuilder@gmail.com and get access to the gym within 20 minutes — completely free. First-time guests only, one per person.
Claim Free PassThe Team
Meet Your
Coaches.
Owner
Robert Taberna
Owner · Personal Trainer · Contest Prep Coach
Robert is a seasoned competition prep coach with over a decade of bodybuilding experience and eight years of elite coaching expertise. He's trained under world-class coaches including Dave Pulombo and Milos Sarcev — bringing that level of knowledge directly to his clients in Modesto. Robert specializes in competition prep, personalized training, and tailored nutrition plans built around your specific goals. Whether you're stepping onstage or simply ready to take your fitness to the next level, Robert provides the structure, accountability, and expertise to get you there. Your body, your goals — his obsession.
Trainer
Kristin Housh
IFBB Women's Physique Pro · Personal Trainer · Contest Prep Coach
Hi, I'm Kristin Housh—IFBB Women's Physique Pro, competitive bodybuilding coach, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, wife, and mom of two. For over 10 years, I've helped athletes, physique competitors, weight-loss clients, and everyday individuals transform not only their bodies, but also their confidence and discipline. After competing in NPC Wellness, Figure, Women's Physique, and Women's Bodybuilding, I earned my IFBB Pro Card in Women's Physique in 2025. My firsthand experience allows me to coach with the knowledge and perspective needed to help athletes succeed on stage while maintaining their health and longevity.
My coaching is individualized—no cookie-cutter plans or one-size-fits-all macros. Every program is tailored to your goals, physique, lifestyle, and recovery, with an emphasis on sustainable progress both on and off the stage. I work with dedicated, coachable athletes who are committed to the process and want to maximize their potential through structured, purpose-driven coaching. If you're ready to compete with confidence and train the right way, I'd love to help you reach your goals.
Trainer
Carter Silveira
Personal Trainer · Strength & Muscle Coach
Carter helps everyday people build strength, muscle, confidence, and consistency through structured, sustainable coaching. His approach is built around proper execution, progressive overload, accountability, and clear structure — not quick fixes. Whether the goal is fat loss, muscle building, strength, or simply feeling better day to day, Carter helps each client build a body they're proud of and a standard they can maintain.
What Members Say
5-Star
Reviews.
"Highly unique array of equipment. Very refreshing from the all too common commercial gym feel. Great lighting, large variety of leg equipment, and the most motivating atmosphere in any gym in the area. Private posing room with angled inspection mirrors — a must try. 5 stars!"
"This gym is legit amazing and has a professional structure like no other. Awesome staff and gym is perfect for training! I visited all the other gyms and this was hands down better than the others."
"Fantastic place to level up your health. Great people and well managed equipment. Highly recommended."
"Just moved from the Bay Area and did some research on finding a new gym. By far the best decision coming to RTB! So clean and wide variety of machines & weights. Super friendly and welcoming vibe."
"Rob is an outstanding fitness trainer and nutritionist who is dedicated to his clients. Rob constantly goes to classes and seminars to stay at the front of the industry and his work speaks for itself."
"Highly unique array of equipment. Very refreshing from the all too common commercial gym feel. Great lighting, large variety of leg equipment, and the most motivating atmosphere in any gym in the area. Private posing room with angled inspection mirrors — a must try. 5 stars!"
"This gym is legit amazing and has a professional structure like no other. Awesome staff and gym is perfect for training! I visited all the other gyms and this was hands down better than the others."
"Fantastic place to level up your health. Great people and well managed equipment. Highly recommended."
"Just moved from the Bay Area and did some research on finding a new gym. By far the best decision coming to RTB! So clean and wide variety of machines & weights. Super friendly and welcoming vibe."
"Rob is an outstanding fitness trainer and nutritionist who is dedicated to his clients. Rob constantly goes to classes and seminars to stay at the front of the industry and his work speaks for itself."
Had a great experience? Leave us a review.
Leave a Yelp Review
Recovery & Bodywork
Aligned
Aesthetix.
RTB is proud to host Aligned Aesthetix — an in-house licensed massage therapist and competitive bodybuilder with over 10 years of stage experience. They understand the demands of serious training firsthand.
Every session is customized to improve mobility, reduce tension, accelerate recovery, and help you present your best package — whether you're deep in competition prep or just recovering from a hard week of training.
Text "PAIN" to (209) 455-0715 to book directly.
In-House Partner
Meal Prep
Lions
Meals.
RTB has partnered with Lions Meals to bring premade, macro-balanced meal preps right to the gym. No more guessing, no more skipped meals — just grab-and-go nutrition built to keep you on track.
Inside RTB
See The
Facility.
Take a look inside — real equipment, real members, real results. This is RTB Fitness Connection.
Find Us