I started seeing Jordan a few years ago after an injury. I wanted to build confidence in weightlifting and get stronger by lifting heavier. It's also nice to have a built in weekly appointment to work out and stay committed! Jordan has been a tremendous coach and motivator. He has helped me understand the proper mechanics of all the core pillars of strength training, including squats, deadlifts, and bench presses. I've seen significant improvements in my strength and enjoy surpassing my personal bests. I love how he structures the workouts and makes suggestions on homework to do in between sessions. Jordan is very affable and able to have a laugh between sets, which I appreciate. He always encourages me to push myself (within reason). I definitely recommend Jordan to anyone looking for a personal trainer! read more

I've worked with Jordan on and off for the past 4 years and I still always look forward to my sessions with him each week. Jordan is thoughtful, creative and embodies the perfect balance between being both your cheerleader and a coach that encourages you to challenge yourself. This past year specifically, Jordan has helped me prepare for three half marathons while staying injury-free and improving my pace/mile. If you've never lifted heavy weights before and or think that you're not a 'gym person' (I fell into both of those categories initially), Jordan is the trainer for you. He's truly THE BEST trainer and I'm so happy that our paths crossed. read more

Jordan is exceptional at what he does. While he approaches his own work-outs more seriously than anyone else I've seen, he's very kind and patient with his clients to meet them at their edges and helps to push them to their potentials -- he's also hilariously witty! Definitely book with Jordan if you want to have fun reaching your goals with someone who genuinely cares about your progress​​​ read more

I've been enjoying the balanced full body workouts Jordan has been giving me. I have been gaining strength and endurance and love how much stronger and fitter I feel since working out with Jordan. 100% recommend working out with Jordan! read more

Both my wife and I have been working with Jordan for over 2 years now. Working with Jordan has significantly increased our strength, flexibility and stability. He takes body measurements from time to time which bear out the progress we have been making. He also recently moved to a new gym on Grand Avenue in Oakland. The gym is also great, light filled and airy and with all new state of the art equipment. read more

He is amazing! I am stronger than I've ever been in my life. He works you and doesn't let you slide. Love him!

Since my last review, Jordan trained me for my powerlifting competition in February 2019. I placed 1st in the 125lb/57kg weight category. It has been fantastic preparing for competition under his guidance and support. Jordan is not only an amazing, devoted coach, but also a brilliant mentor and a kind friend. Jordan is genuinely invested in the growth of his clients. I'm so thankful for all his time, effort and patience in training me so I could get back on the platform. Extra props to him for putting up with my incredibly stupid jokes and for keeping me focused when I'm tired, distracted or having an "off-day" at the gym. My workout buddies at Truve (Jordan's clients) are also amazingly supportive and fun. We work out hard, but have a good laugh between sets. I'm lucky to enjoy the camaraderie of such a positive and uplifting group of people. I'm so privileged to have Jordan as a trainer, and in a larger sense, to have him be a part of my life. Thank you, Jordan, for believing in me and helping me achieve my goals! read more

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I am a non-binary individual who started testosterone therapy a year ago.  I am also a trainer who works in the same facility as Jordan.  For years I had been working out on my own but mostly gravitated towards outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking, surfing and running.  I lifted weights but the motivation was not as high. After starting testosterone therapy, my body started to change as did my aesthetic goals.  I wanted to be use nonbinary pronouns but have a more masculine body.  I knew that what I was doing for my fitness wasn't going to cut it for what I wanted to look like and accomplish. The reason why I decided to train with Jordan is because he matches that archetype of a solid, male body, hovering around 6.5-7.5% body fat and packed with dense, defined muscle.  While training my clients in the same room, Jordan would be on his break doing his own lifting routines, sometimes for the length of time it took me to train two clients with intensity, sharp focus and precision form.  It's one thing to be physically fit and impressive amongst intermediates and novice lifters, especially as a personal trainer.  Jordan, however, is a totally different level of dedication and vigor; not only does he go hard in his weight and cardio workouts, but he'll go at it for hours and then do it all again the next day.  And he loves every second of it! Needless to say, Jordan's jacked physique and passion was motivation for me to approach him to teach me a thing or two about my own workouts and my clients'.  We're 7 months into it and I have noticeable gains in both form and strength.  My weight is 145 and my body fat percentage is down to a low 11% from 15.  My bench press is at 135, squats at 185 and deadlifts at 175.  I'm doing pull-ups, pushups until the cows come home and my outdoor activities are feeling stronger. My stamina is up and my enthusiasm for sports is at an all time high; my paddling out on surfing days is easier; my runs are fast and more intense; I have fewer slow days and more energy. As a bonus, I am able to take what I learn in our workouts and apply them to my clients'. I see Jordan once a week for a heavy weight workout and he then assigns me homework for the rest of the week.  He doesn't just give you direction inside the workout but guidance for the hours you're not together.  He loves what he does, proof being that he's there any hour of the day to answer your questions if you text him out of the blue.  This is true accountability and guidance.  I couldn't recommend Jordan enough. read more

When I first started training with Jordan, I hadn't been doing much exercise prior at all, and I knew I needed accountability and someone to guide me who has the fitness expertise that I simply didn't have. I also had an interest in building more strength, and at the time, standard gyms were quite intimidating and I really wanted to make sure I was exercising with safe form. *Enter JORDAN!* Jordan took the time to carefully assess my starting strength, and he gradually built up my exercises over time. Jordan has always met me where I'm at, while also encouraging me towards lifting heavier. Jordan's knowledge and expertise of all things fitness and anatomy is pretty mind-blowing, and he is shares everything he knows with his clients. At one point I was dealing with an injury, and Jordan was able to accommodate my workouts so that I could proceed with training in a safe way. That really meant a lot to me to feel supported through that, and Jordan helped me build back my confidence. Jordan can absolutely train people of all abilities. Over the past 1.5 years or so of training with Jordan, I've gotten so much stronger, my mental health is better, and I now know more than the guys at the standard gyms (hehe). It's been so great pushing myself in a way I hadn't before, and I definitely couldn't have done it without Jordan. Also, our sessions are so much fun! Fitness knowledge aside, Jordan basically knows everything about any other topic LOL, so if you want to talk about music, literature, bad dad jokes, movies, entomology, vegan food, or literally anything else as you're breathless between sets, then Jordan is your guy. Haha! Thank you for everything Jordan! :) tldr; Jordan is amazing and you should start training with him immediately! read more

My wife and I are your typical 9-5 office workers with back pains and generally weak bodies. After a vacation trip that we couldn't enjoy much due to our inability to stay active, we decided that we needed changes. We felt great working out with Jordan after just 1 or 2 sessions. His focus on form and safety makes us feel comfortable as novice weight lifters. We felt motivated, but not aggressively pushed. We feel sore but invigorated after each session, and thus are excited to keep going. After 6 months, my wife (a 105lbs, yoga / barre person who's scared about lifting) is able to squat 75lbs. I went from ~105lbs to ~195lbs squat. Best of all, we fixed lots of issues with being an office worker (back pain, rounded shoulder). Some specific ways that Jordan shows that he wants the best for the customers: 1. We came in asking to work out as a couple. Jordan could charge more by letting us do that, but instead offered to train my wife solo first since my wife and I started out at different levels and can't train effectively together. 2. I ask a ton of questions about "why we do this technique but not that", and Jordan has always patiently explained, enabling me to train effectively on my own read more

Focused, supportive, encouraging. A true pro who takes time and pays attention. Worked with him pre COVID. Great for seniors.

Shelter-in-Place Corona Virus updates: Well, since my last review, there's been a lot of changes in the world as well as in my progress. Jordan now does virtual sessions -- and while I miss going into the gym and lifting heavy, his sessions have been keeping me accountable and motivated. Since February, I've lost another 17 pounds. (I've lost a total of 30 pounds) I'm also no longer overweight and in the normal BMI range! I've never liked running, but I started to do some runs to get my heart health up as well. It was going alright, but after having a conversation with Jordan, he set me up with a plan and I'm actually starting to not completely hate running. (but it's still not my favorite thing to do..) I run two times a week and focus on interval training. At the start of April, my pace was 14 minutes, around 4.3 MPH. My most recent run, my pace was 10'47 minutes, (5.5 MPH). Both for 50 minutes. According to my Apple Watch, my resting heart rate in September was 61BPM and it's now at 50BPM. My Walking Average was 107 BPM and now it's down to 83 BPM. I won't lie, there's still a lot of uncertainty and there have been *weeks* I haven't wanted to get out of bed -- so working out would be the last thing I wanted to do. I personally wouldn't have been able to do this without help. read more

Jordan is a fantastic trainer that listens, prioritizes his clients' needs, and always has a clear plan for every session. I also appreciate his attention to detail and metrics as a way to measure progress over time. I would highly recommend working with him! read more

Leaving work one day, I met Jordan outside my building as he was flyering for his personal training business. My first impression of Jordan hasn't really changed since that moment: he's personable, outgoing, optimistic and very approachable. I have always worked out on my own but I was looking to switch things up. Jordan has become an asset in helping me stay in shape in my 40s. He makes the workouts challenging and gives me new ideas, good feedback and lots of encouragement. He has never met a dad joke he didn't like. I also appreciate his organization and how systematic he is in setting up each phase of my workouts. Each month there's a plan that's based on my goals and how we will get there. We focus on strength training but I also have a plan for cardio and lifting outside of our sessions. We've got everything documented in Google Docs and are tracking progress monthly. This is the most organized I've ever been when it comes to working out. Any positive results I've seen in the last 1.5 years has all been because of his help. I highly recommend him! read more

Jordan and I go started working out back in 2018. I came to him looking to get into better shape and to lose some body fat from two pregnancies. I love running and this was my main mode of exercise but I wasn't getting the results I wanted. Working out with Jordan 1x per week and following workouts he provides during the week has gotten me great results, body fat down, feeling stronger and generally more fit. Jordan is super knowledgeable about all aspects of training and fitness, providing nutrition recommendations, PT advice etc. He is great working around injuries, general aches and pains and incorporating the things you like/dislike. He has also been extremely flexible during COVID. We've moved from the gym to backyard workouts making the most out of the equipment we have at home. I've even gotten my husband to join which has made the workouts even more fun and enjoyable. read more

As a private fitness studio owner, I really enjoy having Jordan working at our studio. His sense of humor and his respectful and positive attitude are a joy to be around. He is also very tidy and clean, and I always appreciate the way he treats us and his clients, the other trainers, and our space. An excellent coach not only combines special knowledge and approach, they also listen and develop a program that engages and fits a client on multiple levels. Jordan exemplifies those qualities so well, and his approach is enjoyable while also helpful to his clients. Trust and care are really important aspects of any coach and client relationship, and Jordan is a trainer with whom I would trust my goals and body because of his expertise and ability to listen and understand. read more

After several months of being in quarantine and doing little to no activity, I needed to start moving again. My main mode of exercise was through Core Power Yoga. Since all of the studios were closed, I decided to hire a personal trainer for the first time. I found Jordan through a little research of the professionals in my area. In our initial screening, Jordan was very thorough, testing out my core and functional strength, cardiovascular baseline and joint stability. He was able to put together a very comprehensive plan for how to get me from remedial movements to full on squats, bench presses, and even deadlifts. I've been working with him for several months and despite already being at a relatively low body fat percentage to start, I was able to lose further inches around my waist and a few lbs. More importantly, I am back to Core Power Yoga and my supplemental work with Jordan has drastically increased my performance in those classes. I feel much stronger and definitely healthier. Jordan is not only a great trainer and communicator, he's also a total goofball and friend. He cares deeply about his job and the clients he is helping. I have told him that he is the best trainer and I absolutely mean that. I look forward to my sessions with him every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. He's a great way to start and end the week! read more

Jordan is a rock star. I needed someone to get me into doing weight and strength training safely and Jordan has been amazing. He's 100% present, always looking to make me better, and knows his stuff. I would highly recommend Jordan to anyone looking for a trainer. read more

I started working out one-on-one with Jordan about four years ago. We have even gone through stretches of working out with a friend of mine whom I wanted to help get in shape but now just do solo training. Jordan has been nothing short of incredible, super knowledgeable, and adaptive. For starters, when you notice trainers at the gym asking him questions, you know you're working with one of the best. I have had significant athletic changes under Jordan's workouts: bluntly stronger & bigger quads, a stronger & bigger torso, and more defined everywhere else. Plus, I now have a six pack to top that off. Jordan is very weight-centric but he also stresses form and core strength. Because of his approach, most of the annoying pains in my shoulder and knee are gone while I have been able to push beyond my PRs on all lifts. All of them. My friend who came to workouts is now always ready to kick a$$. She was not much into lifting before but she's an animal ever since she started working with Jordan and me. Being blunt again, she's lost body fat and seen enormous strength gains. As strange as it may be, a partner training workout with Jordan can be a pretty good date or a way to kick off your weekend. If you like chatting with a trainer while you work out, Jordan has a vast treasure trove of random topics to discuss. We've covered everything from hip hop to philosophy. He's a pretty fun and definitely reliable guy to have as a trainer and teacher. read more

I started training with Jordan in mid-December. I don't know why it took me so long to decide that my body was worth spending money on! Jordan is really encouraging and knowledgeable, and pushes me so much harder than I would ever push myself. I'm learning so much about working out and about my own strength and am already seeing great results. Jordan has a really individualized approach to his training. I really feel that my sessions are tailored to my abilities and goals. I can't wait to see where I go with Jordan's help and would encourage anyone who is considering a personal trainer to reach out to him. read more

Jordan will measure you, listen to you, push you to work harder and you will get results! :)

This review is from both my husband and me. We have been working out with Jordan since January and April, respectively. My feedback: Before training with Jordan I was unable to lose the weight I had gained from my two pregnancies. As a runner, I had hit a plateau. I started training with Jordan in January of this year. Since then, I have gotten back to my pre-pregnancy weight, have lost significant body fat and gained a desirable amount of muscle. I am also running stronger, faster and with more energy. By November, I plan on getting another PR for my half marathon time. I travel a lot, but Jordan is good about writing up my workouts and giving me things to do while I'm jet setting. My Husband: I have been a runner and avid cyclist for my entire adult life but had never lifted weights until I started with Jordan in April. I thought I had been doing everything I could to keep my fitness levels up but was not seeing the results I really desired. Once I noticed my wife was getting leaner and stronger, I decided to give Jordan, her trainer, a go. Jordan's approach to fitness completely changed my body: my midsection shrunk, I got barrel-chested, shredded arms and muscular, stronger legs. Again, it has only been 4 months yet I am benching 190, squatting 225 and, for the first time in a while, doing pull-ups! My running stride is faster and I am feeling confident to break some personal records in the next half marathon my wife and I do. My wife and I couldn't be happier with the great job Jordan is doing. read more

I have always been comfortable working out on my own but recently had plateaued. At the gym I worked out at, Jordan was outgoing enough to approach me and offer me a free session to see if there was any way he could help me break through this impasse. After the session, I decided I would give his program a try. I am more than satisfied with the results: he showed me a workout full of nothing but the big, important lifts. He successfully revamped my form, starting from a light weight-high rep program to lifting with great form on heavier weights and lower reps. Jordan showed me stretches and posture-correcting exercises to make my lifts that much more effective and safe. Since March, I have dropped considerable body fat and gained definition in my target areas (chest & arms). My legs and upper body are stronger than I thought possible, and I am even starting to see some definition in my abs for the first time ever. I'm a vegan, so I was glad to learn that Jordan is a vegetarian. He was able to give me some very helpful guidelines in my diet to make sure I was losing more fat and gaining more muscle while considering my dietary needs. I train with Jordan once a week, yet he gives me homework for running and weight training to make sure I am staying on track and continue seeing improvements. Jordan is on top of his game and I look forward to more great workouts and milestones with him as my trainer. read more

First of all this is my first review ever on Yelp and the reason that pushed me for this is amazing help and motivation from Jordan. There are so many good things about him that I can go on and on about... He was the inspiration behind me getting into working out. He made them enjoyable and fun. Not to mention he has loads of certification related to fitness and related activities. Also, I believe he is pursuing his education in related field which in itself is a testimony of his love, dedication, knowledge and passion about the work he does. I can never forget my entire life the quote he mentioned on my first day with him which was 'the most important thing you take away with you from the gym is form/posture'. Learning from him, I understood the importance of form during workouts and what a big differential factor it can be in avoiding damages as well bringing out quick results in oneself. I cannot thank you enough for the help and support that you have given me. God bless you!!! read more

Jordan helped me lose 45 lbs. in 6 months, all in time for my wedding. Since then, i've run several half and full marathons and kept the weight off. Prior to training with Jordan, the only thing I knew about personal training was what I had seen on "The Biggest Loser." It was quite a shock to me that he doesn't yell, get upset, or forcefully tell me what to do. Instead, he provides helpful feedback, suggestions, and is an awesome resource when it comes to anything fitness-related. If you slack off, he's also not afraid to call you out. Jordan is great at what he does. He's obsessed with fitness so you don't have to be. Honestly, sometimes when I see other trainers working with their clients, I feel sorry for the clients. They just don't know what they're missing out on. read more

God almighty. What can I possibly say on here that hasn't been already said? My personal experience with Jordan comes from a year of working out with him. The guy is obsessed with fitness. Lord knows how many certs he has. Right now he's working on his Pilates certification. The work outs just got harder. There are few trainers who really focus on their clients. Jordan goes so far as to correct the way my head is tilted on exercises. It may sounds miniscule, but these little details make the workouts hard. Who would have thought that an overhand grip (including the thumb) on a pull down would change the exercise so dramatically? It's also these changes that have completely changed my body. I came to Jordan as a thin guy but with no muscle tone. A year later, my chest is popping out of my shirt and my arms are shredded. All I do is see him once a week and then WWJD (What Would Jordan Do?) my workouts. It's working. Jordan also took the time out of his day to set up an automatic e-mail reminder. Every day in my mailbox a get a little note that says "eat right, limit (my) alcohol intake and don't go overboard with the cardio." What other trainer does that? As an added bonus, Jordan is friends with his clients. He does annual dinners and has even hung out with me exclusively. He's even coming to my birthday party next Thursday! Yeah, in summation, Jordan is kinda the shit. read more

Ok, I've now had 20+ sessions with Jordan, so I think it's time for a thoughtful review. * Jordan makes working out so much fun, really. I get a kick out of some of the stuff he has me do. Like flipping one of those heavy punching bags across the gym floor. The bag is easily my weight or more. Hil.arious. * I love how he "customizes" exercises just for me. For some reason, my quads are overactive and he had to come up with these "special squats" to activate my booty muscles. He definitely works with you. There's a constant feedback circle, he'll ask if I'm feeling the exercise in a certain muscle, and adjusts the weight or my form until I get it right. * He's a wealth of knowledge and ideas. I've learned so much about how to vary my use of free weights, not be intimidated by the big machines, and how to create awesome, interesting workout circuits. All in all, it's been uh-mazing working out with Jordan, and would definitely recommend that you check him out. I've seen my endurance improve in both running and rock-climbing, and I'm loving how my arms are shaping up nicely! ;) read more

I started working with Jordan about 3 months ago and I've already seen a massive improvement. He's helped me to work on the right weights and techniques to build muscle mass and we are meeting my goals. I recommend him for his dedication and professionalism. I'd say more but you get the idea. read more

I started working with Jordan 4 months ago in December 2021. I've always been an athletic person and have tried out a variety of training methods. I came to Jordan ready to start a journey diving into heavier weightlifting and I'm so glad I had the opportunity to work with him! His passion for fitness, physiology, and helping his client is clear and infectious. He has endless amounts of knowledge about anatomy, which really comforts me, and since working with him I've experienced zero pain while continually making progress and seeing tons of gains! I personally appreciate how organized and communicative he is, and how eh works hard to accommodate changing schedules to get appointments in. Aside from his expertise and knowledge, his care for clients makes every session super fun. There's never a dull moment. Can't recommend Jordan enough for anyone looking to improve their fitness and lifts, at any level. read more

My housemate had been working with Jordan since March of this year and then invited me to come and join one of their sessions. I have mostly been a runner and dabbled a little bit in weights. Seeing the major improvements my housemate had made in both strength and muscle gain, I decided to join him and Jordan both for partner training. I am pretty happy with the results - my body is getting more toned, my lifts are stronger and my mile splits faster. My housemate and I only see Jordan once a week, but Jordan gives my housemate and I very easy and comprehensive instructions of what to do for the rest of the week. I appreciate how Jordan has been really thorough in making sure I'm understanding which muscles I'm working in each exercise he teaches me, which I think has been key to my success. I also really like how I feel challenged by Jordan, but in a comfortable way that is never too over the top. Not only is Jordan great at what he does but the facility he works out of, Truve, is a refreshing excursion from big box gyms. I come at an early afternoon time, so there is relatively little foot traffic. Getting a locker is easy; the entire facility is spotless, towels are always in stock and the floor orderly. It's a first class fitness studio with a first class trainer. I always look forward to my Mondays here. Jordan is great!! read more

I had done personal training before in Reno, where expenses are way lower than in the Bay Area.  I liked his services and he helped me get a six-pack and a lean, chiseled physique.  After a few years without the trainer and being in the professinal world, I decided that my job and age would be more fitting with a much larger build. Being in public speaking, I wanted to boost my confidence so I researched personal trainers in the SF area and found Jordan.   I am far from novice when it comes to weight-training.  I lifted a little in high school and have always held a gym membership to "stay fit". It wasn't until I had a professional trainer work with me, to see how many exercises I was doing incorrectly and how my diet was completely off.  I am now 30.  I now see fitness as something I just have to do, like personal hygiene.  Jordan consistently demonstrates how much there is to know and how much he knows about the science and application of exercise.  Training with him as been a very informative and changing experience to how I do fitness on my own time.   Despite being twice the rate of my trainer in Reno, Jordan's knowledge, excitement and consistency is worth it.  Not only did he make the workouts that much more intense, but he really hacked into my dietary needs and approach to my cardio and weight training.  I now squat every time I go into the gym, a change that has greatly increased all of my big lifts.  I have improved my posture and back strength, both which have accentuated my greatly improved, barreled chest.   He has encouraged great dietary habits and to be unapologetic and unwavering about them.  With his encouragement, I got through the holidays with an increase in muscle mass and decrease in belly fat.  I was able to stick with the high veggie, high fat and protein diet even when there was a lot of tempting home cooking around me.  This mostly came from my own discipline but it helps to have someone as intense and in the zone as Jordan for the inspiration.     He has me doing short, intense cardio.  Even though I am building muscle, the interval training has really cut down on the fat.  Though I have put on 20 pounds of mostly since training with him.   Not only does Jordan expect the best out of me but he still congratulates me for the consistent good work.  He takes compliments but knows when to give you the credit for your work.  He sends me articles to keep my workouts evolving and has worked well around my lingering shoulder injury from football.   It also helps that Jordan is pretty damn consistent with his own health and wellness.  Even though he is in his post-bacc studies and has his PT business, I don't think I've ever seen a time when he let slip on his own routine.   It's encouraging and educational to have Jordan as a trainer.  He has experimented a lot and knows exactly what you need to do and trims out the nonessential.  Everyone is busy in the Bay but Jordan works very well with making sure you're at least doing all the important aspects to make your time with him worthwhile but still able to keep your social and work life at the forefront. read more

Jordan is the best-of-the-best when it comes to personal trainers. I have really high standards for anyone I work with when it comes to fitness, having had lots of great and not-so-great experiences in the past. I've done my fair share of cardio boxing, indoor climbing, HIIT classes, crossfit and personal training and I can honestly say, I've never made performance gains like I'm making with Jordan. I am getting stronger and fitter every day at a pretty unbelievable rate. I've only been working with Jordan 3 months (2x per week + 1 day on my own where he gives the workout), but I feel pretty unstoppable. His coaching is an excellent mix of technical know-how, constant overwatch of your form (to maximize performance and prevent injury) and LOTS of encouragement. Jordan is an innately enthusiastic person, and he brings that to what he does. He shows up every day, ready to help you give your best. Thanks, Jordan! read more

Ever since I started working with Jordan I have lost over 100 lbs. 111.7 to be exact. As often as I drop a compliment or appreciation here and there he always turns it back on me and tells me to thank myself for a lot of the progress made. He knows what he is doing -- he has an encyclopedic knowledge of human anatomy, biochemistry, nutrition, etc. He is always able to modify exercises to fit my body to ensure I'm getting the most out of our hour together...even 100lb ago when my weight limited my physical abilities. With his encouragement and guidance I have consistently stuck with working out practically every day for the past year. He keeps things interesting and changes up exercises on a regular basis so I don't get bored. He's even given me exercises to take on the road with me, so I don't lose momentum when I travel. I understand that real change comes from yourself, but he has made the path a lot easier and fun. read more

I have been seeing Jordan as my Trainer for a couple of years. Jordan has continued to be creative over this time in my weekly sessions. Which keeps me motivated and learning new ways to stay fit. As well as, Jordan has assisted me in rehabilitation with my IT Band after the completion of my first marathon. As well as keep me injury free and cross trained for three more full marathons. Lastly, Jordan gives his clients homework between his sessions to keep building your knowledge and training. In my instance, a daily recovery stretch regimen, the runner's bible "The Lore of Running" for reference, and a taper calendar. If you want a trainer who is flexible with his schedule, dedicated to your development, push you to lengths you didn't know you could achieve in every session, make you feel like you could throw up in your workout but want to hug him at the end of it because you pushed through and feel a sense of accomplishment, Jordan is your man. I give Jordan my highest recommendation. read more

It has been over 3 years since I worked with Jordan when he was at 24 Hour Fitness. My comments are based on the lasting impression that he had on me and what I remember most. I was impressed with Jordan's attention to my needs: ongoing aches and injuries, my desire to reduce my body fat, improve my running and keep the workouts fresh and exciting. My trainer before, Jeff Zygmunt, was very innovative and had taught Jordan everything he knew. Both were good at addressing my tight hamstrings, hip (bursitis) and knee aches (arthritis). They came up with a good strengthening and maintenance program for keeping me relatively pain-free. As long as I stayed on top of my prescribed exercises, my knee, hip and hamstrings never interfered with my running. With Jordan's help, I was able to get the most of my runs. He stressed the importance of interval training and put together a comprehensive running plan that increased my sprinting and endurance speed. The workouts with him were always changing and challenging. He knew my limitations and strengths and was able to create new movements but also kept checking in with me on old ones. He was good about record-keeping and was able to give me strength training homework to do in between our workouts or when he was away. This really helped our time together and taught me how to do things on my own. And I saw positive changes in my body. We increased my muscle which actually decreased my fat and got me slimmer. Jordan was also very understanding of finances and allowed me to pay for training in 2 payments for my 24 Hour Fitness training packages. This made personal training easier on my wallet. I appreciated his true desire to learn more to help his career and clients, his articulate explanations of why we did the exercises we did and the extra time he spent with me if his schedule allowed. Jordan is a great personal trainer and considerate of all of your needs and wants. read more

As a Physical Therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist I completely trust Jordan with any of my patients. I have seen first hand his results and how extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated he is to his clients' success. On top of all of that, he pays extremely close attention to detail and I know that if a patient of mine is training with him that they are safe in his care. I have come across very few personal trainers such as Jordan and I can 100% recommend him to anyone looking to lose weight, improve strength, or just improve their overall fitness in general! read more

Jordan is an awesome trainer. He is passionate about fitness and fun to be around. He is dedicated to maximizing the effectiveness of every session. You can spend a lot more at high-end gyms, but I doubt you will find another trainer as knowledgeable, personable, and as motivational as Jordan. I love working out with him! read more

Still with Jordan (now for 2+ years), still happy with my killer abs, still enjoying scoping out his nice butt between sets.

Jordan is an incredible trainer. It seemed like it was getting harder to stay in shape in my 40s and I decided to try a weekly session with Jordan for a while. It's been so great I got hooked. I have learned so much and am in better shape than ever. Jordan always pushes me and introduces me to new exercises that keep it interesting. Even on my own, I'm amazed by what a great workout I get now in an hour, when I used to get much less out of 1 1/2 hours or more. Jordan also has a great way of understanding where I am and pushing me to work much harder, without my really knowing he's pushing me. He's also worked around my rotator cuff issues, which have almost gone away after years of stagnation, thanks to the training. I would (and have) definitely recommend Jordan. read more

You will not find a better trainer. Jordan Smith knows his craft and is 100% dedicated to it. What has impressed me most is that the time he spends with you is focused on you. He walks the walk, vis a vis, training on his own, and although modest he is an accomplished ultra-marathoner. Thankfully he's human too and doesn't take himself too seriously. Workouts with Jordan, although hard, can be fun and engaging. He makes you want to succeed in your goals. I ran my first marathon recently as a result of his training and encouragement. read more