Ryck is fantastic. He's one of those rare trainers who strikes the perfect balance between pushing you to improve and keeping things realistic. Every workout feels personalized, supportive, and effective -- no over-the-top "boot camp" vibe or unnecessary intensity. He meets you where you are, helps you build confidence, and genuinely celebrates your progress. His workouts are challenging enough to get results but never so extreme that you dread coming back. You can tell he really cares about your goals and your overall well-being. If you want a trainer who motivates you without going crazy or making you feel judged, Ryck is the place to go. Highly recommended! read more

I most highly recommend Rycklon's Fitness. I was hit hard with Long Covid and was looking for a way back to strength and health. I have a dance and marathon background and could not walk up a flight of stairs at my low point. This is my first time lifting weights. Coach Rycklon is both a very patient and kind man. I have seen him coach young kids in school, football players and seniors in their 80's. Whether you are a top competitive athlete or a regular person who has never tried this, Rycklon's experienced coaching spans the spectrum for both men, women and children. Don't wait for osteoporosis, sarcopenia and injury to show up at your door, this is real health insurance. Weight training with Rycklon will make you feel mentally and physically better than ever, and you'll stand tall and look hot as well! Bonus! Mariam. RN L. Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford read more

Ryck has been a wonderful influence on my son's physical and mental growth. Ryck helps his clients achieve their highest potential and be accountable for this process. I'm so glad Ryck has supported our son in this process. He offers an overall invaluable training experience. read more

Ryck is THE best. I've worked with other trainers and he tops them all by a mile. I've never worked with a trainer who is so incredibly knowledgeable. I'm confident anyone -- young, old, experienced athlete or beginner, etc -- would immensely benefit from working with him. Ryck has built my physical and mental confidence such that I've never been stronger. I look forward to workouts and it really feels like a partnership. Do yourself a favor and book those sessions! read more

Ryck is the real deal. Lots of trainers have certifications but few truly understand how to train someone, down to the individual level. His name should be Tryck - he has more tricks up his sleeve than you can imagine. I'm a late-fifties male who's been lifting since my twenties, and have used plenty of trainers over the years. Results from Ryck are just... different. He not only brought my strength back (quickly, I should add), he cured both ailing shoulders - literally took ten years off of my life. He also took on our high school son before leaving for college football, with awesome results. On top of that, Ryck is one of the most genuinely nice people you'll ever meet. His steady energy and infectious giggle make an hour go by in a blink. If you're not with Ryck, you're really missing out. read more

When I met Ryck I had just turned 50 years old and weighed 250 lbs. I had a bad shoulder and a bad knee. Moreover, I hadn't exercised in quite some time. Ryck was more than just a trainer, he was a teacher and friend. It was great to not only learn what to do but also why I was doing it. I spent about 6 months with Ryck and changed my life. During that six months I increased what I was able to do tenfold. I had also lost 50 lbs. Even though I finished my formal training sessions Ryck always kept an eye on me when we were there at the same time, offering encouragement and correcting my form. He took an interest in my progress beyond just the training sessions. With what Ryck taught me I continued on my journey losing an additional 20 lbs on my own. I have now kept the 70 lbs off for 120 days. I fully recommend Ryck! read more

I began working with Rycklon 6 years ago. I have been a competitive athlete all my life and I am a competitive senior athlete with some chronic injuries (shoulder, back, hips, knees). I have 4 major national competitions each year and several local and regional ones. I first met Rycklon to help me avoid a rotator cuff surgery. He helped me to build my shoulders such that I could compete effectively (I made a couple of US national teams) without ever requiring the surgery and its associated downtime and side effects. Recently, I had a left knee so arthritic that I could not walk a mile or compete without massive doses of ibuprofen. With Rycklon's training methods and exercises, I was able to delay the knee replacement for 3 years. When I finally decided to proceed with the surgery, Rycklon planned the "prehab" exercise program and the after-surgery rehab program. My 70 year old Stanford orthopedic surgeon told me recently that my knee replacement had the best outcome of any of his patients. The strength and range of motion are better than my natural knee. The doctor was very proud of his work, but he said that I entered the surgery with excellent strength in my quadriceps and hamstrings and the pre surgery work and post surgery work were key to the success of my procedure. Because of the training with Rycklon, I am able to compete at a very high level. I was able to avoid one surgery and maximize the result of another. Additionally, he knows my competitive schedule and plans my training to optimize my conditioning and readiness. I am stronger, more fit and more successful than I was before I met Rycklon. He has also become one of my best friends. When he offers advice, whatever the subject, I take it to heart, because it come from genuine love and caring. read more

I'm in my 60's. I had a few orthopedic problems and my general conditioning was poor. After working with my doctor and a physical therapist, I had some improvement, but the therapist and doctor told me that I needed regular training. I had no experience in weight lifting or regular training, but I began working with Rycklon 18 months ago. My orthopedic problems are completely under control. My cardio-vascular conditioning has improved to the point that I can take very long walks, climb stairs and get through my day without an elevated heart rate. I feel much better. My training with Rycklon is now a way of life. Moreover, I have gained a true friend. read more

After moving to the US, I was looking for a new personal trainer to continue my fitness journey. I've checked out several personal trainers but none felt right, until I met Ryck. One of the great things about Ryck is that he took the time to learn what I can do, and where I want to get to, and completely hit the mark when it came to the training and the progress we've made. Whether the goal was to get stronger, or get more functional, he adjusted the plan and made sure I reach my goals. He's made me reach strength I never thought I could (for example, deadlifts went up from 225lbs to 405lbs), while being careful and alert to my body's capabilities. I've seen Ryck interact with other clients as well, and can vouch that he really adjusts to the individual goals - strength, weight loss, rehabilitation and even physique competitions. I would highly recommend Ryck as a personal trainer to anyone, and would encourage you to not wait and go for it. read more

I've never felt better in my life! It's not just about training, but learning how to do it effectively. The results show within the first few weeks, and Ryck will continue to push! Also worth noting I have a few historic injuries (ACL/PCL on my knee, shoulder tear, etc) that Ryck was able to improve or avoid further injury on. Would recommend to anyone who is serious about making a change, and has $ to do so. read more

Our son has loved sports since he was born. But we never thought that he would be so competitive. Nor could we guess that he would grow into a 6.5" 200lb + kid at the age of 14. That's when he met Ryck. So while playing AAU basketball, and school and basketball, and training for football, he also started training with Ryck and loved training with him so much he would practically trade anything in the world to be at Rick's gym with him. Ryck has taken great care of every aspect of our son's physical, mental development and conditioning: including building muscle, putting on appropriate weight for his game, explosiveness, cardio, and mindset. Beginning this summer our older son has returned from college and is working out with his brother who is now a rising junior in high school. They have been happy and successful working out with Rycklon. One of the best aspects of them both training with Rycklon has taught our sons learn proper form for very exercise, plus safety mechanisms to prevent injuries with heavy weight training. Rycklon doesn't let them get away with anything, and they love it! He is attuned to fine details like positioning of the wrist when working with stretch bands, and other extremely minor tweaks for caution when lifting. Fact: Rycklyon trains his clients for results against all kinds of metrics. When working out our sons have learned how to spot each other, even learning to do so over virtual training sessions on Zoom or FaceTime etc. (absolutely necessary in 2020) Rycklon has been tremendously helpful and professional both in personal private training, in this BryckFitness gym and in virtual training sessions online. In any setting, whether person or virtual training, whatever your goals, we highly recommend BryckFitness and Rycklon without hesitation! Finally, I should add that our 2 sons are very happy with their results both in game and in the mirror. read more

Rycklon, who owns BryckFitness, is first and foremost a super nice guy! He's been working with my 15 year old, basketball loving son, for about 6 months and the gains my son has seen have been incredible! Rycklon has been working with a whole group of high schoolers who are getting ready for their Sophmore basketball season (each one is playing on Varsity for their respective high schools). And he's so good at preventing injury while working with these guys to build muscle which is both functional for staying strong on the court, and Instagram ready . Rycklon is fantastic! read more

Rycklon is an amazing trainer. I started with him last December and he transformed my whole life. I had severe obstructed sleep apnea, High blood pressure and was obese. 1 year later, I have regular blood pressure and he worked my whole body. I highly recommend Ryck to all my friends. Everyone I see from a year ago comment on how much happier and healthier I look. read more

Rycklon has been an amazing trainer for my high-school-age son, who is a competitive athlete. When my son first started working with Rycklon he was rehabbing a knee injury, and they focused on stretching and strength-building to support his knee as well as maintaining overall strength in other areas as he worked back to full release to sports. Since that time Rycklon has worked with him on nutrition in addition to regular full-body strength training and work focused on explosiveness, all tailored towards his specific needs. He has seen excellent progress in his strength and has developed much better awareness of the importance of taking care of his body, in everything from fueling to the importance of proper form in training exercises. In addition, he thoroughly enjoys Rycklon as a trainer and person, and is always looking forward to going to each training session (and then collapsing in pleased exhaustion while looking for food immediately afterward -- the universal sign of a great workout)! read more

I happened to find Ryck in the midst of a chronic hamstring strain in both legs. He was the first person I had worked with who actually took a close look at how my whole body was moving and actually felt and closely observed my muscle movement. I can't overstate how important this was and how uncommon this attentive treatment was in my many months of seeking care. Carefully and slowly we worked towards healing. By working with him, I recovered from my strain but also discovered a a whole new sense of strength, confidence, and fitness I didn't have before. He clearly has a deep history in helping people recover from chronic issues and has a remarkable skill in connecting people to their own sense of power and strength. I'm so grateful. read more

My 15 yr. old son started training with Rycklon this year. My son plays competitive basketball and wanted to get bigger and stronger to be more competitive on the court. One look at Rycklon and you know that he knows how to build a body....that is clear. But what we also found out is that he is also very knowledgeable about nutrition and the workings of the body in order to stay safe and help recover from injuries. He helped my son develop a workout routine that was right for his body type and that would help with his sport to achieve his goals. He changed his diet and got him on a workout routine that worked for our schedule. Within a few months, my son put on 30 lbs. of healthy body weight and muscle mass. When my son has pain or is injured from basketball, Ryck works with him in therapy sessions to get him back in good health and helps strengthen the muscles in that area to help prevent similar injuries. My son continues to work out with Rycklon on a regular basis to maintain his body and increase strength. Also, Ryck is such a great, personable guy. My son really connected with him and loves working out with him. It has been a very positive change in our lives! read more