Prime Fit Elite

Prime Fit Elite is a quality place to work as a trainer. My skill set was greatly enhanced by working here. The owner and management are great people. I’ve enjoyed the company culture with Prime Fit and working as a team. There is opportunity to grow with this company which I found exciting. By far they have the best payroll system I have seen out there. They are accurate and on time! I’ve loved my clients here too :).

I’ve never stayed with a trainer more than a few weeks. I’ve been with JR at this gym for 8 months now. He makes the sessions fun and listens to exactly what you want to change and does sessions accordingly. Great people. Great attitude. I’m was lumpy and bumpy and they didn’t make me feel bad about myself at all. In fact he motivated me and I’ve now lost 19lbs and gone down 3dress sizes and got into jeans I haven’t fitted into in over 6 years! So many people are commenting on my svelte waist, toned arms and flat tummy.

Prime Fit is extremely flexible when scheduling one on one classes. The trainers have a lot of knowledge about health, nutrition, and different exercises. We worked on cardio, core, and boxing. The fitness trainers are also really nice and make you feel comfortable. I’ve worked with JR and Drea. Both fitness trainers push you to do your best and that’s the type of motivation you need when working out! JR is very proficient in the TRX work outs — this helps a ton with the core. Drea is very sweet, personable, and really cares about you reaching your fitness goals. She would always ask me what I ate that day and if I did my ab work outs. I attended one of their boot camps — those are a lot of fun and an intense work out!

I have never worked out or used a trainer before so I was nervous to start on my fitness but I knew I needed some professional help. I went on Unilocal and found Prime Fit Elite. They seem to have an amazing reputation and a large presence in LA. I called snd spoke to Chris who is very good at what he does. He set me up and I started working with working Andre (Drea). I couldn’t be happier. I love working out and training with Drea. She is friendly, approachable and she is getting me in much better shape. She has a degree in nutrition and knows what she’s talking about. The entire prime fit team is very nice and accommodating. I’m thankful to have found them.

Prime fit elite is great! I’ve been working out with mike for a little over a month now and it’s been wonderful! I can really see the difference which never happens for me — thanks prime fit!

Prime Fit Elite is a great group of trainers/​health advisors in Los Angeles. I worked with JR for personal training and he was extremely knowledgable, friendly and fun. He made workouts super fun but hard. I could definitely see a difference and learned a lot about TRX and other exercises. I also worked with Nicole for nutrition. She is very personable and will teach you a lot about food and how you can use it to improve and enhance your workouts. I wanted to say Thanks to the Prime Fit Elite group! I highly recommend that you try them out if you are in the West LA area!

I just completed a 6 session groupon at Prime Fit Elite and it was AMAZING. I wanted to add in some weight training to compliment all of the sports I’m involved with (trapeze, pilates, yoga, skiing, snowboarding, skating, sailing) but I have no desire to become huge and inflexible. I did sports performance training with Toby Maka… First off, you look at Toby and can see that he is an athlete, not a body builder. He designed progressively harder workouts that involved exercises that are weird modifications of more standard moves… Everything is focused on explosive bursts of power and muscle failure. Instead of doing tons and tons of reps, you only do a few and hold them statically for extended periods. He pushed me much harder than I would do by myself but incredibly I never felt too sore to do my normal sports. I was concerned that I would be sore for days but it never happened. I definitely feel stronger from our short time together. The only negative is the price which is unfortunately quite high per session unless you do 4 a week which I simply don’t have the time for. I’m trying to figure out a way to get a session in once a week. Toby is the best! Highly recommended if you are looking to move your athletic fitness to the next level.

Toby and Chris are fantastic trainers ! As a professional performer, fitness is a major priority for me and training with these guys has been nothing but positive. I find there professional attitude and knowledge of both personal training and injury prevention the best ! Plus they are top blokes :) Dani Swan — Dancer, actress, Model

I have been training with Toby for over a month now and have had great results. He is by far the BEST trainer I have ever worked with. As a former athlete that has fallen out of the routine due to work schedule I needed to find a trainer that could really challenge me to get back into great shape. Everyday there is a new routine geared towards sports training. I have burned fat, increased strength, and added muscle in just a short time. If you are thinking of making a commitment to yourself and really improving yourself physically, go to Prime Fit Elite. DO NOT just go to any trainer. I have had a number of other trainers over the years and most just want you to lift weights and will not challenge you like they do here. I have also worked with other trainers at Prime Fit Elite and everyone has been very knowledgable and great to work with.

For the last two months, I’ve been working out with JR. Each session has been unique and tailored to my specific goals. I’ve been getting healthier, stronger and learning more about the specific movements. Having someone who can not only build a unique workout for me each day, but also make sure my form is good, is invaluable. I feel like I’m getting twice as good of a workout as I was getting on my own, and in less time.
I’ve been a member of many different gyms in LA (high end and low end), and worked out with trainers at other gyms, but this is the best experience I’ve had. These guys are focused on what is best for you. There are no pressure sales, no up-​selling, none of the other BS that I expected based on past experiences. They are good at what they do, and let your results be what keeps you coming back.

If you’re looking to get in shape, tone up, and improve your overall well-​being, inside and out, definitely get on board with Prime Fit Elite! I work with Toby and find him to be the best trainer I’ve ever had, and I’ve had quite a handful! He’s incredibly knowledgeable on how the body should properly move, his workouts are uniquely tough as he has the inside scoop on Olympic athlete training exercises, and he’s a devoted mentor in guiding you to a better you.
I came to Prime Fit Elite four months ago barely able to walk because of a back injury I obtained from running. It sucked! I had been working out on my own, unknowingly not doing exercises properly, and not using the right muscles. In turn, I threw out my back and was on bed rest for almost a month. When I met with Toby he immediately explained to me what caused the injury, where I was muscularly weak, and what we were going to do to fix it. Now, almost four months later, I am unbelievably stronger and happily running again. I am so grateful for his intelligence and support in fixing my back issue so that I can now move forward with confidence and strength.
Not only is Toby’s knowledge in proper training form and function of the body impressive, his workouts are so tough in the absolute best way possible! I’ve never had a trainer push me so hard. Toby doesn’t take no for an answer and he encourages you to push yourself and believe in yourself. The self-​discipline and self-​confidence you build from working hard in the gym, affects all areas of your life, and I think Prime Fit Elite offers the best people to guide you on your journey.
If you want to be better than you are now… start training!

The trainers at Prime Fit are experts in fitness, nutrition and lifestyle health maintenance. I’ve been having training sessions and nutritional counseling from Chris M. and two other trainers and have been very impressed with their knowledge and professionalism. Competitive pricing, punctuality, high energy and creative exercises that combine cardio and weight lifting — just some of the reasons I keep going back to Prime Fit. Totally recommend it.

I love Prime Fit Elite and working out with JR because they care. They want you to get the best results and cater your workout to your goals. JR keeps the work outs fresh and new all the time with the TRX and weight resistance. He also helps me with what I should eat keeps a diary of everything to track all that I’ve been doing. The place has a family atmosphere and care about your well being. I’m very glad to have found JR and Prime Fit Elite and would recommend it to all my friends.

Toby is a GREAT trainer. He really emphasizes executing each workout with the proper form and technique, which makes his exercises more effective than doing countless reps over and over. He also helps keep the workouts engaging by switching up routines every time you train with him.
Toby is flexible with his appointments and will always do his best to cater to his client’s schedule. Highly recommended for people looking for an effective, challenging, yet fun workout!

Very happy with my experience at Prime Fit Elite. They train at The Gym in West LA, and I worked with JR. I bought a Groupon originally for 6 sessions, and came to JR 6 weeks before my wedding, so I wanted to lose body fat and also improve my core, since I sit a lot for work and had been experiencing a lot of back pain recently. For the first 6 sessions, we’ve done cardio, weights, TRX, and something like TRX with a pole. In just two weeks, I’ve seen a significant improvement in my back pain (it only comes back when I don’t see JR for a few days). I also came to JR with concerns about getting big and bulky – I’d tried crossfit before this, and it had made me put muscle where I didn’t want it to go. I haven’t seen that result yet here, and have instead become very toned, which I’m happy about. The trainers know what they’re doing and are personable. My only complaint? I wish I could train with them 3 or 5 times a week, but my budget does not allow for that.
Oh and they’re very flexible with scheduling.

I had the opportunity to spend the summer working out with Nick Ricciardi of Prime Fit Elite. On the first session he sat me down, asked me what I wanted to do and what I wanted to look like, and gave me an awesome plan as to how to go about it. He worked hard to make sure he was available when I was and was really, really accommodating. Within a few weeks of training with him I was beginning to see the results I wanted. I would-​and already have– highly recommend him to anyone who asks and I can’t wait for my next session with him.
Also, their prices are VERY reasonable for being top tier trainers, so that kind of rocks.

The trainers at Prime Fit Elite are as good as they come!
I trained with JR several times and loved it! I’m all about trying new things and I loved the versatility of our workouts. He is a pro at TRX so our workouts would vary from TRX (awesome workout!) to free weights and machines. It was also a bonus that he always remembered and took the time to stretch me at the end… not all trainers do that!
I was also able to train with Chris once and he was great! He completely moved his schedule around to accommodate my hectic schedule and I really appreciated that. When we worked out, he even got me boxing! It was super fun and a great workout at the same time.
Prime Fit Elite is definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for a new trainer!!!
Thank you JR and Chris… I’ll be back!

This review is mainly for JR because he’s the only trainer I’ve worked with from the group.
My first experience with a personal trainer was this past May and it was through a groupon with Prime Fit Elite. My previous experience with working out included group classes and use of some of the machines periodically in the gym. My goal with working with a trainer was just to feel and look stronger– I’m 5’0, 100lbs.
JR taught me how to properly execute many functional exercises and safely use all the machines I was weary of using by myself. He also is an expert in TRX training, so mixing that with traditional weight training really kept each session interesting. I am now confident enough to use all the machines I want to use safely and effectively. I feel a noticeable difference in my strength and endurance from working with JR and it’s definitely at a faster rate than if I were to tackle my fitness goals on my own.
JR is just a great guy overall. So not only is working out with him the most efficient hour of your day, but you get someone cool to talk to while you’re almost dying from that last rep.
After the groupon was over, I opted to train with prime fit elite for two more months because I was satisfied with the results.

There’s no better investment than taking care of your body!
I’ve been working with Chris for a couple weeks now and have already seen improvements. Before working with him, I worked out pretty consistently, but never saw any change. Chris has helped me take my workout to the next level by challenging me with strength training, high intensity workouts and BOXING (my new addiction)!
If you want to do your body good and see RESULTS, I highly suggest working out with Prime Fit Elite. I could not be happier!

Prime fit elite has made me feel amazing about my body! I am loving the results! At first, I was reluctant about getting a person trainer but after my friend convinced me– I am so glad! I’m what you call «skinny fat» and was looking to really get toned and some definition. So I’ve mostly been training with Eddie and sometimes Toby for about 6 months now and my body has never looks so fit and toned! Eddie is extremely smart and you can definitely tell they are very experienced trainers. They also make working out fun which is a big plus for me… I highly recommend the two!
and I love their Waiakea water bottles! :D