I have been training with Chris at RPI for the past 5 years. Chris is FAR from your average trainer, the relationship you build with him is not limited to the walls of the gym. The training Chris provides goes ABOVE and BEYOND. He takes the time to personalize each workout to fit your individual needs and does an amazing job at helping you discover and navigate your health and workout goals. When I first went to train with Chris it was because I was experiencing mild back pain. After a few sessions, I recognized that my pain had diminished and my posture had improved. I learned how to engage my core and create new healthy habits. Together, we created a plan that I could effortlessly incorporate into my busy lifestyle and I have never felt healthier. Chris provides you with skills and healthy habits that you can practice at home and easily integrate into your everyday life. The sense of community that is built at RPI ensures that everyone reaches their up-most potential while maintaining a positive and healthy workout environment. read more

Chris Rapoport is truly in a league of his own. You won't find another trainer who is better educated and truly knows how the body works and how to truly workout safely and get results. After many years of training and having worked with numerous trainers, I learned more in my first few sessions with Chris than I had with any other trainer combined. Before working with Chris, I was not only not getting the most of my workouts, but he also helped me eliminate some exercises in my routine that were not safe. So whether you want to lose weight, get back in shape, or are a elite athlete, I have no doubt you will not find a better trainer. read more

I trained with Chris for the last 1.5 years. He listens to your individual needs, which most trainers so not. I used to have lots of low back pain and that is now gone due to the core strengthening we have worked on. I am so much stronger and really noticed the difference this past month when I moved to Southern California and lifted the boxes myself! I will miss my workouts with Chris and hope to find someone as great (though doubtful) as he is! read more

As a teenager I was diagnosed with scoliosis and have had back issues throughout my life and after having a baby I told myself enough was enough I needed to lose some weight and work on becoming stronger and being better about my posture. Over the years I had gone to the personal trainer that was available at the gym I belonged to and I didn't even know facilities like RPI existed until a friend of mine recommended Chris and I'm so glad she did. I love that I get focused time with him and that because it's by appointment only I am not working out in front of dozens of people like one would at 24 hour fitness or fusion fitness. As another reviewer said "Chris Rapoport is truly in a league of his own", and they could not be more accurate. He isn't the guy that got an online certificate that works part time in addition to his "real job". Being a trainer is his real, full time job and the difference really shows and now I can't even imagine seeing anyone else. He is great about keeping me motivated and holding me accountable, and I am very happy with my results. My friends ask me how do you afford personal training with all the cost that comes along with a baby and I tell them it's not as expensive as you think, plus when I started changing some of my bad habits I saved money that made it feel even less expensive. read more

I have been training with Chris for almost a year now. I will admit that I at first I didn't follow most of his advice but once I did I definitely reaped the benefits of my new healthy lifestyle. I work out with him twice a week, try to be active (cardio) two other times and now follow his simple nutrition advice. Making changes one step at a time has really made a difference in the quality of my life. I am in the best shape I have ever been in, I have almost completely rid myself of my back and neck pain, I have been able to lower my cholesterol from an unsafe level to a healthy level, I sleep better and have more energy. My friends and family have definitely noticed the difference so much so that it has inspired four of my friends to start the RPI lifestyle and train with Chris. Chris is not your average personal trainer. He's extremely knowledgeable on health and fitness and really caters your workout to your needs. read more

I worked out with Chris approximately a year and half when I was living in Sebastopol. Life moved me back to my East coast origins. He helped me maintain a very difficult to achieve weight loss. He assessed me prior to working out, realized my knee pain was related to chronically shortened hip flexors. He kept me at the basics as my physical vulnerabilities strengthened. He identified movement tendencies that were just not helpful and we worked to correct those. He respected my goals. I wanted a physically optimized life, but I had no ambition to become an "uber" athlete. Cross fit and "The Biggest Loser" scare the crap out of me and I couldn't shake the feeling that getting fit did not require me to vomit my way into optimized health. Having a professional background in healthcare, I wanted him to explain everything to me. I would commit more fully if I understood. I found him to be an exceptional teacher. I have not found anyone with his understanding of functional training where I live. And I have tried. But I still remember what I was taught. I have a TRX, slide board, exercise bike, fitness ball, stretch bands, and adjustable dumb bells as I wait patiently for at least one trainer with Chris' superior knowledge and sensibility to reveal themselves here. read more

Chris, the owner is amazing, very knowledgable and keeps a clean and tidy place. I would definately give this place a try if you are in need of a trainer. read more

Chris is the BEST trainer! He has a wealth of knowledge on fitness and health that he is able to share with his clients. He is very supportive and encouraging. He was able to keep me in shape through out my entire pregnancy and I'm back in the gym 6 weeks after birth with only 3 lbs to lose to be back to my pre-pregnancy weight! All thanks to Chris! read more

Chris at RPI is an EXCELLENT Trainer! He was so helpful and knowledgeable about both body mechanics and exercise efficiency. His gym is spacious, clean, and fun! Check him out FOR SURE if you are in the area. From one athlete to another, he is totally worth it! read more

I trained with Chris for three years in high school and attribute my division I scholarship to it. I make sure to get into RPI as much as possible whenever I am back in Sonoma County because every minute spent there is so valuable. You can't make a better gym choice on the West Coast, whatever your goals may be. read more