As someone who's new to the gym, Amber was the best trainer I could've asked for. She pushes me but…read morenever pushes me too far. I struggle with vertigo, and she has been extremely supportive and patient when it feels like I'm getting an episode (or actually have one for that matter). She tailors my program to best suit these challenges, but also tweaks it when she feels I have progressed. She's also just a really cool person and created a safe space for me to learn and grow and sometimes makes mistakes. Going to the gym always felt daunting based on previous experiences I've had, whether that be fainting, feeling nauseous or just not knowing proper form. But I thoroughly enjoy and look forward to our sessions every week. The gym no longer feels scary or intimidating, and I've regained confidence in my body. With that said, over the last few months I've seen notable muscle growth and fat loss, and I really have Amber to thank for all of that. I'm confident that I'll reach my goals and sustain it with her training!

Amber is SUCH a great trainer! I reached out to her to help me reach my fitness goals for my…read morewedding next year. She got back to me right away and scheduled a free consultation, which made the whole process so easy. I've been training with her for a few months now and it's honestly been amazing. She really focuses on form and makes sure I'm doing each movement properly, which has given me a lot more confidence in the gym. As someone who used to dread working out, training with Amber has completely changed my perspective. She's motivating and supportive, but also makes the sessions fun because we always end up having good conversations while I workout. I look forward to our sessions. She really has changed my perspective on exercise and health! 10/10 would recommend!

Chris is an amazing trainer, Ive been with him for 4 months now training 2 to 3 days a week and Im…read morereally happy with my progress. He made a workout plan that fit my needs and even provided one for the off days when I'm not training with him, and every week we've been pushing more and more while keeping everything in check to avoid injuries. Its always been difficult for me to learn how to train and push those safe limits on my own, so having him has taught me the correct way to make progress, and even when it comes to my diet, he always has great tips on how to maximize it. Definitely I'd recommend you give it a try, and whether you need help for a few weeks or longer periods like me, I'm sure you will be happy with him and will immediately start to see the kind of progress you wouldn't see if you trained on your own.

Chris has been amazing. Been training with him for about 6 months now…read more He is always very positive, very supportive and overall just a great person to be around Would happily recommend Chris as a trainer for anyone wanting to workout regularly Thank you Chris for all of your hard work and support

I have received coaching from Sarah Lynn for over 10 years off and on. I started with fitness and…read morenutritional coaching and was able to institute healthy habits in my daily life that have made a major difference in my health. When she added the wellness component, she was extremely helpful in my journey to get over gastrointestinal issues due to life stress and an unhealthy marriage. Her coaching helped me alleviate my gut issues. I am able to eat onions again! :) And I was able to navigate my divorce from a place of strength and am living my best life! Thank you Sarah Lynn!

She's the best. I have been going here for 7+ years. She is so smart and supportive. Thanks for…read moreeverything Sarah.

I came to Eric feeling unsure, out of shape, and honestly a little intimidated by the gym. Now I…read morefeel strong, capable, and more confident than ever - both inside and out. Eric goes far above and beyond in his support: - He's incredibly dedicated. His attention to detail, check-ins, and support go far beyond any trainer I've worked with. - He's focused on real, lasting change, not quick fixes. Mindset is just as important as movement. - He's tough (in the best way!): he challenges you so you can discover strength you didn't know you had. Eric believed in me before I did. That kind of support is rare - and life-changing. Working with him has been one of the best decisions (and investments!) I've ever made. I'm so grateful to have found Eric! He changed my life.

Eric has helped put my parents back on the road towards regaining / maintaining independence. My…read moreparents are in their 70's and early 80's and have been going to Eric for the past 2 months. My Mom is getting back into the gym after a stint of severe knee/hip arthritis and her focus has been on resistance training/strengthening. My Dad has had a history of falls and his focus is on balance and resistance training. I can already see that my Dad is more confident in his walking and both of them are excited for every session. Life is all about pushing limits (even into your 70's/80's and beyond) and I've been super impressed with Eric's care, motivation and individually crafted plans for each of them. Eric has excellent communication skills and it is apparent that he truly enjoys what he does.

Excellent place to work out with air conditioning and trainers of the highest caliber. Can use dead…read moreweights, machines, or do aerobic exercise on their treadmills cross trainers and stationary bikes. There are many bikes that have recumbent seats, which makes it easier for members with bad backs.

If you enjoy smaller spaces and less crowded this is the place to go but make sure you tour first…read moreas it's not like a typical chain gym.

Tracey's Pilates reformer class is a must! I have been doing Pilates for 15 years, but I learned so…read moremuch from Tracey's 1 hour class! She has so much knowledge and is very caring and supportive. The class was with 6 individuals with very different stages of fitness journey and needs. (Some have bad shoulders, injured body parts etc.) Tracey gave everybody with very customized, individual cues and progression/regression, and I am amazed how she helped everyone to push just right amount so that everyone can get good workout while not injuring themselves. The whole class flow was amazingly choreographed with proper techniques and hands-on adjustments. I am at the phase to undo my bad habits and correct my alignments deviations. Without me communicating verbally, Tracey understood my intentions and guided me through the whole class. She gave me so many aha moments and I finally found some of my muscle groups firing which I haven't felt for years. She has such a sweet, nurturing personality, and it was such a pleasant and fun experience to move in her class! Highly highly recommend to anybody - from a person who has never taken a Pilates class, or recovering from injuries, to a Pilates enthusiast looking for learning from an instructor at the mastery level of arts of Pilates.

I went to this place because my doctors recommended me to have a physical therapy session, but they…read moredidn't ask me to bring my doctor note. So they let me signed up and I had Chris Mallett worked with me. He firstly told me that if I don't have doctors note he can't really do much, then I said I am very close by, I can go home and grab it for him. He immediately told me that he is leaving soon. The front desk told me it's about one hour session, but Chris seems to be in a rush, he didn't have patience with me. He said even though if I leave the office now, they are going to charge me. I was very upset, I did not get informed that I should bring the doctors note, also he didn't do anything with me yet. When I got home, I did some research about his name and the history of this place, it seems like Chris and his wife are both the owners and they live in South Pasadena. But how rude he treated me today, I was speechless! I told the front desk that I did not get treated by the therapist and I am not going to pay for this visit. She seems to be understanding. I hope I haven't been charged for this unpleasant visit. As I live very close by, I also signed up all the paperwork and my credit card information, so I think I will come again to see another therapist in April anyways, at least I can have a better judgment of this place after I get my next appointment.

In light of recent events, the gym owners do a good job making sure members feel safe at MFC. They…read moredo not take harassment allegations lightly, making sure they do their due diligence to maintain that level of security which includes members that look out for each other. They have kicked people out for bad behavior in the past. This ain't their first time around that rodeo. Regardless of what had happened, I still come here whenever I can and always admired the community MFC cultivated to motivate people to be the best versions of themselves. So yes, sign up for that membership and be a part of a community that takes care of each other.

Since my go to gym caught fire this past Sunday. I didn't had a place to go for my usual Wednesday…read moretraining session. I decided to give mission fitness a go, since one of my athlete came here before. The gym is pretty spacious and has plenty of squat racks, machines, platforms for powerlifting and benches. There is only 1 Olympic lifting platform which I used for my training. I say give them a go, the front desk is friendly, restroom and clean and bright, and they have kilo plates and 28mm bars and women's barbell. Music is not loud and deafing, it's a soft touch.

I started working with Ben at the beginning of quarantine. I have always been strong and athletic,…read morewas a former collegiate athlete (football at USC) but for some reason could never get the six pack. My whole life I have really struggled with being happy in my own skin. In about 8 weeks, Ben took me from being uncomfortable taking my shirt off to me lounging around completely confident in myself. He gave me a full meal plan, taught me about the food I was eating, walked me through the nutrition and exercise program, and checked in with me regularly to not only make sure I was on track--but that I was happy. When my gym was operational, I was lifting MAYBE 3 times a week, then it closed and we switched to doing at home workouts with hardly any equipment. Even with the switch, the body fat was sliding off. I became comfortable and excited that people wanted to touch my stomach--or should I say my abs! I am beyond grateful to this man and have referred him to everyone I know that: struggles with their weight, confidence, and strength. Many coaches narrow down on a specialty--strength, weight loss, physical therapy--Ben's specialty is the human body in general. Completely tailored meal plans and exercise regimens, immediate support, and an unreal ability to change bodies. I heavily recommend reaching out.

Ben is definitely the best personal trainer I've come across. I'll list out all the benefits first…read more 1. He knows his anatomy and biomechanics down cold. He will make sure you have the mobility to get the movement down and if you tell him something didn't feel right he'll adjust the workout on the spot. It's pretty impressive. 2. He's up to date on his biochemistry when it comes to diet advice. I'm a former scientist and in the beginning would challenge him on his knowledge...but he really knows what he's talking about. No bro science. 3. When I did get injured (unrelated accident) he already knew all the exercises my PT taught me and made it really easy to heal. I wouldn't have made the recovery progress I did without him. 4. He's humble, funny, and positive. I always feel comfortable around him. He listens to feedback and won't push you at the wrong times. I've had bad trainers that think this is bootcamp and they're the drill sergeants. It goes without saying that you'll make a lot of progress working with Ben but the real edge he has over everyone is his expansive body of knowledge. I really can't recommend him enough.