Trainers in San Diego

“I started working out at Iron Orr in February 2026 and I was warmly welcomed by John for my initial evaluation/conversation. He dove into why I was looking for a trainer and what my goals were. I was candid with him - I didn't like the way that I looked and I needed help to look how I wanted. He asked a lot of pointed questions to decide on the best game plan and we were off to the races.

Oscar has been my trainer since February and he is incredibly knowledgeable and attentive. I have a few injuries for which exercises need to be modified and Oscar has always found a way to help me push without risk of injury. He knows when I can push harder but he also recognizes my limits. Oscar has helped me greatly with my nutrition and he is always encouraging when I feel stuck. I've also trained with Fernando, and he is extremely encouraging and attuned to nutrition and form.

The whole team is super nice and encouraging, and I am always greeted warmly when I arrive. Iron Orr is truly full service, not only from building workouts but they will guide you with nutrition to ensure that your goals are met. John has even offered to make grocery lists and suggest recipes in the event I didn't have time.“

“I can’t recommend F45 Sorrento Valley highly enough - the workouts are great, the community is welcoming and the coaches are fantastic. I’m 100+ classes in and still loving it. I’ve visited eight other F45s all over the world and it’s clear that although the workouts are the same the experience can vary substantially - and the experience at Sorrento Valley is top notch because of the way Jefferson and the coaches show up.“

“A couple of years ago I went to Moises when I was very new to strength and to lifting in general. A few sessions with him were tansformational in terms of practical knowledge. I still train, and still use his technique. Never needed any additional training. Beside all the good training I admired Moises's honesty and directness. He is not one of those who want you to stay dependent on them so you buy more sessions. He simply teaches you how to train.“

“John is the best. Completely revolutionized my body through workout plans and diet plans specifically catered to my goals. Doesn’t matter what you are looking for —John is the man! Over 40 years experience speaks for itself but just check out @TheFearlessFitness on YouTube. The extensive collection of his training videos are gold. John changed my life.“

“Sean is an absolutely amazing trainer that fully understands how to take you from baseline zero to reaching your goals!“

“Clean facility, knowledgeable friendly trainers. Love the great workout in a short time“

“Love F45 and the passport option! I was able to come to this location during my vacation and highly recommend it! Hallie was very welcoming, and the cooling towels are amazing after tough workouts!“

“Trained with Chris and saw real results. Good programming, professional, and always on time. Solid trainer if you’re looking to build strength in San Diego.“

“If you are looking for a trainer I highly recommend Apryl. She's friendly, knowledgeable, and experienced. She has shown me different modifications for each exercise and makes me feel confident in my form. The facility is great as well. Clean and friendly staff.“

“Josh and Camille are effectivey improving my overall health and wellness. Am so happy to have discovered this facility. They both ensure proper technique and safety.

They both listen to my concerns, explain exercises clearly, and provide guidance that resonates with my learning style. Highly recommend GLIDE Training Company!

17 FEB 2026
Continue with pleasing outcomes. Comfortable facility that has me returning again and again! A must place to check out ?“

“Morgan M is excellent for flow—her sequencing is well-structured, and her personality is genuinely kind and welcoming. She makes an effort to include everyone, which creates a really positive class environment. She also takes time to connect with students.

Simpson’s restore classes are unique in a good way. He gets you warmed up first, then has you hold poses for longer periods, which helps you really settle in. He also takes time after class to talk, and overall has a very chill, approachable vibe.

Nicole is my favorite instructor, along with Annie Louie and Sabrina. Her restore classes are especially strong—very yin-focused, with longer holds that allow for deeper relaxation. She is also very polite and takes time to connect after class, which I really appreciate.

Lacee also has a strong flow style, and overall these instructors have created welcoming and inclusive class environments in my experience.

On the other hand, my experience with Ella P was not as positive. Based on what I personally observed, she did not come across as very welcoming, and at times her tone toward me felt unnecessarily strong and uncomfortable. She also did not seem as open to interacting with students compared to other instructors.“

“Great instructors and love that the class is only 40 minutes. Perfect amount of time.“

“Good workouts with enough variety to see improvements without getting bored. Great community and coaches. Coaches have great expertise and are very supportive for all fitness levels. Lots of alternative exercises if needed. Highly recommend for all body types and mobility levels.“

“Dr Tim is attentive, engaged, and super-knowledgeable. His caring treatment helps my back and outlook on every visit! 5 stars!!“

“Not only did Ciarán heal the initial issue I got recommended to him for, he then upleveled my understanding of what was going on and how things worked and introduced me to a whole new way of taking better care of myself. The initial intensity of repairing the overuse toll from running too much evolved to maintenance and learning each time I had a visit. And to do it all with humor, patience, encouragement and belief in 'it can and will get better' made all the difference in the world. Thank you for believing in me and what else is possible!“

“I recently had to leave Landform Fitness only because I moved and the commute became too long, but I wanted to share how great this gym really is. It’s easily one of the best values you’ll find — a true 24-hour gym with simple keyless entry, super affordable pricing, and a setup that feels almost like having your own personal gym.

There are rarely more than a few people inside (most times I saw 3–5 max), so you can just zone out and do your workout without waiting for equipment or being bothered. The space is clean, quiet, and has everything you need for a solid session.

If I still lived nearby, I wouldn’t have left. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a no-nonsense, low-crowd gym experience.“

“completed a HIIT cardio class this morning and ticked all boxes of high intensity, sweaty and good vibes. no regrets only feel good and fit afterwards, curtis is a great coach and will push you to your potential! will definitely be back for more classes, thanks BFT“

“San Diego Morena location was easy to access, and the guy there was personable and helped me with all of my questions. Likely will do this once a quarter.“

“Just finished NOHO 60 minute strength workout at PB F45 with coaches Abi and Alfonso. Really loved the class , it was very engaging, kick ass workout, and coaches were present helping us do the right moves. There's plenty of street parking, sometimes might be full , but on Saturday mornings you're great. Thanks!“

“Pedro had been working with my son, Austin (11), for over a year, and we couldn’t have been happier with the impact he had. Austin played both flag football and tennis, and Pedro did an outstanding job preparing him to compete at a high level in both sports. Pedro focused on building a strong foundation through proper technique, movement patterns, and athletic education, ensuring Austin learned how to train safely and correctly from a young age. He always emphasized progress over perfection, which was incredibly motivating and confidence-building. Pedro’s positive attitude, deep knowledge of sports science—especially the latest research in youth athletic development—and his ability to explain things in a way kids understood helped Austin become a healthier, stronger, and happier athlete.
Most importantly, Pedro has a fantastic demeanor with kids: they genuinely like him, respect him, and listen to him. Even though we've moved away from San Diego, Pedro went out of his way to research other options to support Austin's continued athletic development. He's a great person and an exceptional trainer. Highly recommend!“

“Sam did a great job at demonstrating the machines and how they work can definitely get a great workout in and be trained all the way great for hitting negatives to get super strong and really work the muscle!“

“I have both spinal stenosis and a hip replacement. (thank you UCSD) Carrie gave me simple yet powerful exercises to improve my posture and strengthen the muscles required. I have never regularly done exercises before.The exercises have limited my pain and given me back the ability to walk 2-3 miles a day. This program is really training for an active lifetime. I highly recommend it.“

“I've had an amazing coaching/personal training experience with Alex from Electrum for well over a year now. He provides guidance and mentorship that is second to none. His facility is always well kept and the culture at Electrum is incredible. Extremely easy to navigate to. Highly recommend.“

“I’ve only had my eval so far, but Lizzie did a great job and I feel confident going forward!“

“The best of the best places to go for any sports injury if you want to find out what truly is causing the pain and what to do about it.“