The fountain of youth I remember reading several testimonials before joining accelerate that sounded too good to be true. Believe me, this place lives up to the hype. Jack and his team are on another level. I've worked with all sorts of trainers and physical therapists over the years. I've received strength and conditioning coaching as a college athlete, worked with several PTs rehabbing injuries over the years, I've done personal training at high-end gyms, and also done deep research when crafting my own personal work outs. All of it pales in comparison. The training at accelerate is phenomenal. Starting with an immensely detailed intake covering goals and a full history, they created a program tailored to me. These workouts are legitimately FUN, I've genuinely said that to my friends when i rave to them about this place. Moreover, the coaching and correction you receive while working out is unparalleled. Any time there's a new exercise in my program, the team walks me through it. As I master it, I get tips and corrections. I'd say I unlock an extra 150% out of each movement thanks to the cues that in-the-moment coaching. And the proof is in the pudding - it really WORKS. As an example, for the better part of a decade I've dealt with unresolvable knee pain from a skiing injury. Doctors and PTs never figured it out, but within 6 weeks at ASP I'd legitimately forgotten about it - Jack had to remind me. The combination of rehab, prehab, and focus on functional strength have made a perceptible difference in my resilience as a big air kiteboarder. I've taken crashes where i expected to be injured based on past experience and was surprised to bounce back up feeling completely fine. Within the first month of working out, i mentioned to several friends that my body felt several years younger - which is wild considering all the effort I'd been putting into designing and following my own workouts in the months before joining. This place is the real deal. It is one of the best things you can do for yourself. If you're at all on the fence, just go for it, you won't regret it. ---- Update 1 year later: When I initially joined ASP, it was because I'm a kiteboarder (an old one at that) and was looking to do some training to reduce my chances of injuries from the sport. Unbeknownst to me at the time, I had brachial neuritis (an autoimmune disease that attacked a nerve for my shoulder) - which started a month or two before i went in for my initial assessment at ASP. The nerve damage led to acute muscle atrophy in my shoulder and an inability to recruit the muscles. The team at ASP helped me find the diagnosis, and over the next year, we focused on shoulder stability and strengthening work. My shoulders are now more stable than ever and I'm pain free, to the point where my neurologist was commenting on the speed of my recovery. The team is super knowledgeable, and was setting me up with all sorts of exercises that dramatically accelerated my recovery. I can't recommend this place enough, whether you have an injury or not. read more

Joining ASP is one of the most positive changes I've made in years. I arrived at my ASP assessment five months ago with a healthy dose of skepticism. Joining a high-end, high-commitment gym felt like an unlikely choice for me. I'd spent most of my life avoiding gyms, preferring to run or bike outside instead. As a busy working mom, it didn't feel realistic--it seemed like something for people with more time or more fitness bandwidth than I had. At that point, I was dealing with chronic plantar fasciitis that had become noticeable with every step. I had tried everything--physical therapy, orthotics, acupuncture, thicker shoes, toe spacers, and more--but nothing fully resolved it. I knew I needed a more fundamental change if I wanted to stay active. The ASP assessment was incredibly thorough. We discussed my heel pain, recurring hip pain, radial nerve irritation in my arm, and a long history of lingering injuries. The team listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and tested movement patterns as we talked. They were like body detectives, looking across systems rather than treating isolated symptoms. They identified that an ankle fracture from 15 years ago had likely set off a chain of compensations that we could address through targeted strengthening. Within the first phase of the program, my heel pain was gone. After years of living with it, I was honestly floored. I could walk without constantly thinking about my feet, which felt like a huge improvement in my quality of life. Around the same time, the nerve issue in my arm--something I'd lived with for years--was also resolved. It felt like years of accumulated aches and pains were being systematically cleared away. From there, we shifted toward my goal of running Bay to Breakers, my first race. The programming combined corrective work, strength, core stability, agility, and structured running. When pain resurfaced after introducing running, we retrained my gait and corrected movement patterns that had been contributing to my hip pain. In the end, I ran the entire race from start to finish--the longest distance I'd ever run continuously--at a pace I felt proud of, with no rebound pain afterward. More importantly, I had fun. I can now run outside again simply because I enjoy it, without pain. While I'm not sure I'll run a marathon, I now believe I could if I wanted to. The biggest changes weren't even on my original list. Once I started showing up consistently, I began paying more attention to nutrition, prioritizing sleep, and feeling happier and more present in every part of my life. Taking care of my health became the foundation that everything else was built around. The accountability and flexibility of ASP's training model have been essential to my consistency. Booking sessions each week keeps me committed in a way I've never managed on my own. There's always someone available to coach, answer questions, and correct my form. At the same time, the model is refreshingly flexible. Life happens--you can run late, step out for a call, or reschedule from morning to evening on the same day. That flexibility also creates a great culture. Because there's no lengthy commitment at sign-up, the gym is full of members who want to be there. There's laughter, camaraderie, and good music, making it a place I genuinely look forward to visiting. The most valuable part of ASP is the coaching team. Jack, Dominique, and Jared are knowledgeable, attentive, and deeply invested in their clients' success. They met me where I was, adapted the program when needed, and kept me accountable throughout. My goals became their goals, and that made all the difference. If you've been struggling with chronic pain or have started wondering whether your body simply can't do the things it used to, I can't recommend ASP highly enough. It has been among the best investments I've ever made in my health, and I'm incredibly grateful I gave it a chance. read more

A little over a year ago I re-tore my right ACL (3rd time's a charm) and had a bucket handle tear on my medial meniscus that caused my knee to be stuck into a flexed position and made walking difficult. Due to the complexity of the situation, I had to have two separate surgeries 6 months apart from each other. One to stitch the meniscus back in place and to remove the old ACL graft, and the other to place the new ACL using my quad tendon, as well as fixing a slight tear in the same meniscus again. It has now been six months post-op from the second surgery, and the results that I have gotten since training with Jack at ASP have been amazing. Jack's programming design is so personalized, that he was able to create a program for me when I was non-weightbearing for 11 weeks. He incorporated exercises that replicated what would be done in PT, yet 1000x better. I was getting full body workouts that accommodated my non-weightbearing issue at the time, and was still able to get my lower body engaged and working with isometric exercises for my glutes and legs. When I went back in to see my surgeon for my 3 month check-up, he was shocked at how fast I was recovering and said that I was way ahead of any other patient he had seen in the past during the recovery period. Another plus that I got from Jack's training program was that he also uncovered a lot of other issues I was experiencing that I had not realized were part of a bigger issue and was (unknowingly on my part) affecting my day to day life: poor posture causing neck/upper back pain and spasms, low back pain that would cause me to have to take a break from standing because of how weak I was, and even how the phases in my menstrual cycle played a part in my physical well-being and mental health. Now that I am sitting at six months post-op and only four and a half months back to weight bearing, I am back to running again, cleared to do plyometric work, cleared to go back to simple soccer drills on the field, and can even partake in agility cone drills with little to no knee pain. Overall, I feel so much stronger and feel a lot more confident going back to the field when that time comes. Plus, my back pain is pretty much non-existent and I can stand for hours on end with no issue or spasms. He had to point that out to me because I honestly forgot about the pain! I can't thank Jack enough for how much he has helped me through a time that was mentally and physically exhausting. It seriously has been life changing. If you are still on the fence about joining ASP, I would highly recommend just taking the leap and trying it out for yourself. If it was not for Jack and his expertise, I do not think I would be where I am right now if I was strictly just doing Physical Therapy. Looking forward to seeing how much further I can progress, thanks Jack! read more

I started experiencing minor knee pain and knew I needed to see professionals before getting back into high intensity workouts. Jack and Dom first helped me identify that even though there was no clear, recent injury that I needed to get an MRI. The MRI identified a complex meniscus tear which was kind of shocking considering the above (only minor pain and no acute injury). The team created a regimen for me and after only 2 months of training at Accelerate my knee pain was gone, confidence was back (with clarity of diagnosis and training regimen) and my orthopedic surgeon said I would NOT need surgery. Everyone's journey is different but I can't believe how quickly my symptoms improved due to the knowledge and safety created by the team of experts at Accelerate. Despite my history of competitive training, growing up playing at the Olympic development level for soccer, I both learned and unlearned a ton in the process too which was very gratifying. All in all, I'm grateful I paid for top notch service because it delivered tangible results. To add, the Accelerate vibe feels like a family. Highly recommend. read more

I joined ASP while I was recovering from a shoulder injury. Jack designed a program to help with the shoulder as well as to improve functional mobility for playing squash. The program was holistic, targeting also the smaller, less used, muscles and often pushed me but never left me sore. Jared and Dominique were great at monitoring and assisting with the workouts and always ensured that my form was good. Within a month I saw a marked improvements in my shoulder and could also see results in mobility. I would highly recommend trying them out. read more

I trained at ASP for over six months, and it's been transformative. Coming in with a former military background (and all the aches and pains that come with it) plus the current strain of long hours at a desk, I wasn't sure how much progress I could realistically expect. The ASP team proved up to the challenge. From day one, they crafted personal, targeted workout sessions that addressed both my current injuries and my long-term pain points. The programming is science-based, but also highly practical -- I always felt challenged without ever being pushed into movements that would aggravate old injuries. The trainers provide just the right amount of hands-on coaching. Six months in, I feel better than I have in years -- stronger, more mobile, and without the nagging discomfort I'd started to think was just "normal." ASP's approach combines expertise, attention to detail, and an authentic commitment to your goals. Whether you're recovering from an injury, looking to improve overall fitness, or chasing peak performance, you'll be in great hands here. read more

I came to Accelerate for help identifying the source of shoulder pain I had been experiencing for the past 18 months. Jack identified the issue and designed a program for me, and in a very short time, I experienced a significant reduction in pain and increased mobility. These guys know their stuff. read more

I had ACL surgery last year (late 30s) and was referred to ASP by my physiotherapist. I've since been training with Hannah and the team. I've done sports injury rehab multiple times before and never got these kinds of results: medals, improved performance and full steam ahead back into my passions. I snowboard, mountain bike and climb a bunch and my latest injury was quite the setback. With ASP's help, within 5 months of the surgery I was back mountain biking, at 6 I was already pushing quite hard and at 8 months I had my first Enduro MTB race ( in my CAT). I've since gotten some of my best results and in general been riding the best I ever have - it shocked how much the full body conditioning & fitness improved my technical riding. Even more impressive, I've since had some pretty epic, full speed crashes; stuff that me and any bystanders would just assume I'd be bodied and out for months. Instead, I'd get off with small bruises and shocked bystanders. What that does to your confidence beats any medals. Thanks ASP! PS: See you on Tuesday.. the work continues! read more

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Glad to update on how ASP was an important part to my daughter's game and future high school. A lot of people don't realize how important strength training is in playing sports and overall fitness. The fine balance of physical strength and training provides a pivotal role in an athletes progression. My daughter Lea has been at ASP for over 2 years and it played a major role in her mental and physical strength. Overall her endurance and overall physicality. The fine balance has given an overall edge among other athletes. She was accepted at her first choice school Sacred Heart Cathedral with a scholarship assistance and we couldn't be prouder. ASP helped her maintain a strong work ethic in school and her sport of basketball. Thank you ASP read more

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I joined ASP around 15 months ago by chance, largely based on the reviews and the fact I live close by. I'd recently had lower back surgery and came to ASP after spending months doing physical therapy and pilates as part of my recovery. While PT and pilates did help on the margins, the improvement was very slow and I had resigned myself to the fact I would never again be 100% pain free or able to use my body the same ways I could prior to injuring my back. Within a few weeks of training at ASP using the customized workouts they created for me I was seeing massive improvements in my mobility, flexibility, strength and general ability to use my body that went far beyond what I had expected. They update my workouts every month to ensure continued improvement and the staff are all amazing. Fast forward to today and I can basically do anything I want with my body pain free and at a similar level to prior to my injury. I don't think I would have gotten to this point without ASP and I would recommend them to anyone who is rehabbing a serious injury. read more

I've been going to ASP on and off for the last 3 years and it is easily one of the best decisions I've ever made. Jack, Jared, and Hannah have helped me come back from a broken wrist, a few knee injuries, and various overuse injuries. Their approach to injury prevention and recovery is deeply rooted in full body biomechanics and research. As someone who appreciates approaches rooted in science and research, it's always great to talk about new papers and speak to the ASP team in a way that is both academic and clearly translates to the exercises prescribed. I really enjoy getting a new program every 4 weeks. It really feels like you are making constant progress. For me, I find the first two weeks hard, on the third week I am noticeably stronger than the first week, and at the end of the fourth I'm ready to move on to the next program and continue my progress. This is easily the strongest I've ever been and the DXA lean mass numbers back it up. I've tried all forms of training at ASP; twice a week, five+ days a week, and now remote training. Each has it's pros/cons. My favorite is definitely 5 days a week. At twice a week I find myself wanting to workout more frequently and remote training can be difficult in that most gyms aren't as well equipped as ASP. Even with that however, the team at ASP will modify the exercises for the equipment you have. They will also create travel programs for you which helps keep everything moving properly when you decide to go on that vacation or get sent somewhere for a job. The addition of the sauna and cold plunge has been awesome. The sauna has been a great way to recover on the weekends or post workout, and the plunge is an amazing way to start your day. The ASP team will also prescribe specific sauna/plunge protocols for you depending on your particular injuries or goals. Jack, Jared, and Hannah have built something truly unmatched at ASP, and they've managed to cultivate an incredible culture at the gym. All the members are friendly and respectful and the additional things they do like March Madness brackets and Fantasy football groups really make it feel like a community. I wish they had ASP everywhere because it really is the best investment you can make in yourself! read more

I tore my my ACL and MCL playing pickup hockey in early January, 2 days after turning 40. Needless to say, I was feeling a bit defeated. Being a father of 4 and an avid surfer, things were looking dark. After meeting with Jack and the team, I was given a clear plan for my road to recovery. A comprehensive prehab/rehab program was tailored to me specifically. For the two months prior to surgery, we worked on building the muscles around my knee. I had my surgery in late February. Here we are, less than 3 months post op and I am back surfing, running and chasing my kids around! I can't thank ASP enough for getting me back to doing the things I love so quickly. Thank YOU!!! Frank read more

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My experience at ASP has been an absolutely fantastic. I have not felt this good since before ACL surgery, and to be honest, I think this is the strongest my legs have ever been. More than that, Jack, Hannah, and Jared collectively created such a warm and motivating environment. The gym felt like home. Beyond that, here is what stands out: 1) Jack, Hannah, and Jared are true professionals. They know their stuff cold and are masterful at explaining concepts. They are patient but will also push you to hit your athletic goals. 2) The gym has a great culture. You see many friendly faces, there is always great banter, and the vibes are excellent. 3) The facility is large and has ample equipment. You are rarely waiting to use anything and can get a great workout in at your required pace. Whether you are looking to rehab an injury or simply improve performance, I could not recommend ASP more strongly. read more

I started on ASP's Nutrition program after seven months of working out in the gym and seeing great improvements in my strength and bad posture due to scoliosis. You can be the most physically active person, but if you do not address your nutrition and what you eat, you will not excel and frankly won't feel your best. I highly recommend ASP's nutrition program to up your game. Why? Like their training, it is specifically tailored to your needs: 1.) Jack will review the food and meals you normally eat, and customize a healthy eating plan unique to you with healthy foods and meals you can stick too. And new ones you will love! 2.) There is constant feedback and education on what you are eating. For example, I'm a big sauce person, and had no idea that there were harmful pesticides and chemicals in everyday condiments, and also much healthier alternatives. 3.) You need the support! Jack, Hannah, and Jared have your back, they will be there to answer all your questions, like what exactly a natural flavor is and what supplements and nutrients you need to compliment your specific eating habits. If you want to change how and what you eat for the rest of your life, try the nutrition program, and see how it affects your body and how you perform in the gym. read more

There is no gym quite like ASP. The staff, the space, the progressive approach are all amazing.... Everything about their system and structure is well-thought out, refined to optimize each individuals goals, and scientifically driven. Gym setup: there's nothing quite like it. The monthly membership allows me to come as often as I please with my coaches ready and there for me every time. No time limit on my sessions! The focus is on getting the job done right and proper! Such a relief from previous models I experienced, with a strict 55 minute stop, and harsh cancellation policies. ASP is profoundly a better experience logistically and in trainer quality than what I have experienced over the years. Plus when you do the math it's muuchhh cheaper than personal training! For a far better service! I have seen tremendous progress in my goals short and long-term, and as I progress they iterate the program. And besides the physical benefits it is a ton of fun! I travel quite a bit and their app help keep me on track and continues to track my progress. Again... nothing quite like this place! I can go on and on, but simply put..this is not just a gym or personal trainer... ASP helps in the physical and nutritional aspects of health in a logistically unparalleled fashion, which all has immense positive affects on my life productivity! If you are on the fence... best just to hop over it now ! read more

If you want absolutely full-proof pre-hab and re-hab for the weak spot in your armor, ASP is the place to go. After tearing my ACL and meniscus in my early 40s I simply followed all the advice of my health care HMO provider. Though I was very disciplined about following the surgeon, orthopedist, and physical therapist guidelines, 10 months after surgery I had plateaued well short of a full recovery--and they could really only offer more of the same. So I went in for an evaluation with Jack and immediately experienced a different attention to details and a completely systemic approach to treating my injury. Our bodies are a system of systems, so it makes sense! There were of course months of hard work, but at every step along the way I knew Hannah, Jack, and Jared had my back in whatever way I needed it. Fast forward, I've been back surfing for several months and a few weeks back I surfed the biggest waves in 32+ months at my beloved Ocean Beach. It went quite well. I was hydrated, fueled, and properly (ASP-style!) warmed up. It was heavy, triple black diamond beach but there was a different confidence in my body and my mind I felt approaching those conditions than I ever had previously. Getting into the water I was relaxed but focused. The paddle out was comparatively easy. And out the back I can only say, felt cozy. I completed two steep-n-deep rides in under an hour, and sprinted back to other life commitments. In short, an accelerated performance. I can not express my stoke enough. Most important to getting to this point was all the strengthening, rehabbing, and empowering work I did with this incredible team in the gym. You're doing beautiful work in the world. So thanks. Andrew read more

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Fantastic gym!!! I did OrangeTheory HIIT for many years and struggled with injuries and burnout. I've been training at ASP for about 3 months and I've been amazed by how much progress I've made! The custom workouts have helped me set personalized goals that are helping with previous injuries while working to prevent more in the future. The coaches are incredibly enthusiastic and compassionate. They are quick to make adjustments and modify your plan to ensure you have the best workout for your body. The gym is always clean and well maintained. I've struggled to build muscle and flexibility in the past and in the time I've trained with ASP I've set many personal records. Give ASP a try! read more

After spending many years being sedentary, restarting my fitness journey at ASP was an invaluable experience. The workouts were personalized to my level, and started with bodyweight and corrective exercises for the first few months. While seemingly light, they turned out to have drastic effects on my mobility and posture -- which I've always wanted to improve, and which I would've completely ignored, had I followed common workout routines with just the big lifts. That's not to say I didn't get to lift. On the contrary, I was introduced to more squat and deadlift variations than I knew existed. And they worked wonderfully! I used to lift consistently before college, but even the newbie gains during my teenage years couldn't match my improvements after a year of training with Jack, Hannah, and Jared. I cannot recommend ASP enough. Definitely the best investment I could've made for my health. read more

ASP is a fantastic gym!! I've struggled with pelvic floor dysfunction from many years of dancing, and the training I've done at ASP has dramatically improved it. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and they will help push you to meet your individual goals. The space itself is very large and always kept clean. You rarely have to wait for equipment to be available, and the coaches are always there to help you with anything. Definitely recommend!! read more

I wanted to give a big shout out to Jack/Hannah/Jared at ASP for my amazing transformation. Can't believe how much I'd atrophied physically over the years sitting in a chair doing nothing and now I'm hiking and biking again. Their expert guidance led me from having trouble walking up stairs to doing single leg deadlifts! I've got much more work to do but everybody makes it fun at ASP. These guys should be your goto gym, whether you're an athlete (it's cool working out next to professional athletes occasionally) or injured and atrophied like I was. read more

I've been dealing with chronic injuries and chronic pain due to my hypermobility (EDS) + scoliosis for a long time. After doing years of physiotherapy and pilates rehab, my health care team suggested I start cross-training. I was really nervous about it. Not only I've never really went to a gym, but I didn't see myself as an athlete. I met with Hannah and Jack, and they made me feel heard and welcomed. My body definitely went through a period of transition, but Hannah always checks on me and make the alternative changes needed. I've been with them for about 6 months now, and I can't believe the transformation. My brain has repatterned compensatory movements for healthy movements. I'm stronger and less afraid of soreness/pain and challenging my body. I believe Accelerate helps me having a more resilient mind and body through caring coaching! Thanks so much Hannah! I'm looking forward to the next six months! read more

ASP has gotten me to be in the best shape of my life (thanks Jack/Hannah/Jared!) from the worst shape of my life (thanks covid!) over the course of ~6mo and the journey has only just begun! They help with holistic health, not just one facet, so all my blood tests, biomarkers, nutritional optimization, and body composition goals are peaking every month, in addition to peak athletic performance. I'm reverse aging, and feeling great inside and out. In fact, it has carried over tremendously into my mental efficiency and productivity outside of the gym as well. Prior to working on body composition, which has improved tremendously, we focused on my chronic injuries like my hip impingement. We started by relieving pain and symptoms by getting to the root of my hip imbalance issues, which has really allowed me to take my training to the next level. Their focus on correctives (something I never did as a solo lifter) means I'm able to push through plateaus without injury and still feel great. That hybrid model of training, rooted in sports medicine and science has driven these profound improvements, and is like nothing else. The structure is really refreshing, scheduling is easy and flexible -- they set up a customized training plan specifically for you (based on a very detailed assessment), evolving each week with major iterations ~monthly, and you go in whenever it works for your schedule! There is no limit on your time in the gym and they educate you as to how, what and why you are doing each movement! The client to trainer ratio varies from 1:2 to 4:1 (when you have a new program it converts to 1:1). No matter the ratio, they are 100% available to give form cues and work through things with you. It's a unique take on the personal training model that I love cuz it's extremely efficient, motivating and you are getting professional level interaction and coaching for a monthly fee vs the typical rigid personal training models I had been accustomed to that are limited on time and effectiveness. If you calculate the hourly rate, elite instruction, and exercise prescription you receive you'll find it is likely MUCH cheaper (hourly) than any half decent personal trainer you'll find. If you need a trainer whose only job is to keep you accountable and yell at you, well, this might not be it. But if you're serious about getting into the best shape of your life, ASP has no equal. read more

If you are looking to grow, set yourself apart, and have hands-on experience, the ASP is the best choice for continuing education. I graduated in 2014 with a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and strength and conditioning certification. However, I never felt that my education gave me the adequate knowledge to properly program design, evaluate and coach clients/athletes for their desired goals. In 2015, I came across ASP and found their internship program. The caveat was that it was only for current students in programs intended for over-the-summer intensive internships. I reached out to Jack, who agreed to meet with me and understand what I was seeking and a chance to see how their facility ran and what they offer. I knew at that first impression, this was where I needed to be, and it was my next step. You learn everything, from the foot/ankle/up to the neck. You gain a VAST knowledge in the exercise library (which, to this day as a student physical therapist, is PRICELESS). You learn form, correctives, explosives, testing, and retesting protocols. This experience was priceless, and you cannot find a learning opportunity like this anywhere in San Francisco/Northern California. It is a considerable commitment, and you are working long hours on the floor with hands-on and watching the very best coaches in their element. The dedication and assignments on didactic material are similar to a full-time position and a college course. So this position is only for those who earnestly seek to be the best. I commuted two hours to and back every day to come in at 5 am, AND another intern came from OHIO...JUST FOR THIS EXPERIENCE. I am now at one of the best physical therapy programs in the nation (USC). I am currently interviewing for one of the most competitive sports medicine positions for physical therapy, while the intern from Ohio is currently working in Miami with professional athletes. Every day I am so thankful for the clinical experience I gained from ASP. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS INTERNSHIP IF YOU ARE SERIOUS ABOUT EXPANDING YOUR KNOWLEDGE IN SPORTS AND MEDICINE PERIOD. read more

After breaking my shoulder I was looking for a place where I can both rehab the injury and also keep the rest of my body in shape. So I began rehabbing at ASP. Hannah, Jared, and Jack set me up with a program that simultaneously put me on the road to recovery for my shoulder and they also identified weaknesses in my body and movements that they were able to address through my customized program. After years of working in the service industry I was constantly experiencing hip pain and foot aches from all the hours of standing. Something as simple as a long drive or going to the movies would feel like torture with my hip and lower back pain. The prescribed work outs and corrective stretching routines made a huge impact on my hip mobility allowing me the comfort of sitting down for extended periods of time without pain. A big plus in the quality of life department. I train 4 to 5 days a week with ASP's programming, each session focuses on something different with each days's work out leading into the next in a holistic approach. My core and abdominal strength is better than it has ever been. My feet (I happen to be flat footed) are stronger than ever. And my shoulder is much better. The folks at ASP are true masters of their craft. read more

I've worked out at several gyms over the years and spent my fair share on private training during that time. When I was 45, I gave up weight training and focused on masters swimming and yoga. By the age of 50, I started to notice muscle deterioration. It was then that I joined Accelerate because I wanted to incorporate functional training into my exercise routine and commit to getting in the best shape I could. The thing I have appreciated about Accelerate's approach is that it is personalized and my exercise program changes every four weeks. Just when I master a particular exercise, it leaves my rotation. This keeps me always learning something new, and consistently pushing myself. I am always at the edge of what I can do, and the workouts Accelerate designs for me challenge me in a significant way. I have been going to accelerate for 11 months, and in that time I have lost 15 pounds and am in the best shape I could imagine. I put in the effort and commitment, and the results are ten-fold. It is the best thing I do for myself every day. Jack, Jared, and Hannah are incredible. read more

This review is long overdue... I went to Accelerate after hurting my back at work and finding little relief from physical therapy. Hannah, Jared, and Jack are a wonderful team who created a workout plan specifically to my needs. They truly meet everyone where you're at and come up with a complete training plan with your goals in mind. It was the perfect mix of rehab and doable exercise. This team taught me so much about recovery and how to work out effectively. They train people at ALL different levels- from seasoned athletes to those nursing an injury. Accelerate is incredibly welcoming and I cannot recommend enough. read more

Still getting a ton of value out of ASP after a year and a half of 5x/weekly workouts. The space is a temple of positivity with great trainers, equipment, and community. read more

The ASP team is truly fantastic! They partner with you on designing programs that are engaging, holistic, and achieve goals. My goal has always been to be stronger, every month I have a new total body work out that challenges me. If there is something that I want to focus on like improving posture or hip flexibility, they are able to adapt programs and weave in exercises and stretches. As someone who typically doesn't look forward to working out, working out at ASP is a highlight in my week and I look forward to seeing the team. Couldn't recommend enough! read more

I made a Yelp account just to give the ASP team 5 stars. Can't recommend them enough. I joined about a year ago wanting to stop constantly spraining my ankle and get in decent shape. A few months later I became pregnant and they seamlessly blended my pre-pregnancy goals with new exercises that were safe and geared to help prepare me for birth. I'm still working out 2 - 3 times a week even at 8 months pregnant and feeling great! For context, I'm very much not a gym person although I played a lot of sports in my younger days and have previously done some 1:1 personal training and had a lot underutilized gym/fitness memberships. Jack, Hannah and Jared make the gym super welcoming and are just generally fun to be around in addition top being very knowledgeable. Also I don't understand why more trainers/coaches don't use this semi-private model-- it's so effective with all the benefits of customized coaching and instruction with none of the usual downsides like stress around scheduling, running late and then wasting a ton of money, having someone just stand over you even when you don't really need active supervision or already know what you're doing (ie when warming up). Definitely give ASP a try if you have any kind of fitness goal (high performance or otherwise) and if you want something that you can and will actually want to stick with! read more

I came to the States during my offseason time from my CBA league. Jack's team are professional, knowledgeable and gives excellent advice on everything that I am concerned of. Definitely one of the best sport performances training experience I ever had and for sure top of my list for any kinds of sports training. Their facility is clean and tidy. It has personal lockers and a few showers for you to use if needed. They have the best equipment available in the city. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. If I ever return to the states, this will be my number one choice for sports training. Thanks again for the great work. read more

I THOUGHT I WOULD NEVER WALK, HIKE, RUN, OR DANCE AGAIN! ASP is otherworldly from the typical healthcare/PT system & other gym. The hybridized model of fitness and performance backed by sports science & medicine is the perfect blend for ANYONE. I can't thank ASP enough! TRAIN AT ASP if you want to enhance injury prevention, fitness, performance in sport & life and/or recovering from an injury or surgery. They are strength & performance coaches with a foundation rooted in sports medicine, athletic training, and use science to drive their exercise prescription programming. They are fully engaged in your success and track, iterate, & adjust programming as much as needed. There is no limit on how long I train. They are focused on outcomes and quality. When I travel I even have a digital program on their in-house training software that they track! They educate and enlighten along the way, allowing me to understand what I am doing & why, which has had a profound impact on my progress. At times I have 3 sets of eyes on me and 3 minds working collectively to enhance my life, and on MY schedule. I had no idea this type of gym, service, and environment existed! ASP is a fountain of health, longevity, and functional sport performance where everyone around me is thriving! I train alongside general populations looking for longevity/mobility/strength/weight loss, pre/post surgical individuals like myself, professional athletes, young athletes from around 12 years up through college, office athletes and weekend warriors, and combinations of all of the above thriving collectively! The atmosphere, education, and everyday progress I see is amazing! MY STORY I never realized how many people lived the same nightmare as me. After falling down some stairs and sustaining multiple soft tissue ruptures, tears, ligament and tendon avulsions, and a fracture in my lower leg/ankle I needed serious corrective surgery. I had been engaged with what were revered as the top medical professionals (surgeon, podiatrist and 3 physical therapists). My recovery was slow at best, I sustained other injuries in rehab & struggled to find pain relief. I had spent the first 3 months post-accident completely bedridden. Depression & atrophy grew. I thought constant pain, lack of range of motion, and a walking cane were my new normal after 1 year. I realized the hard way that the typical healthcare ecosystem is broken & even destructive. FINALLY I FOUND ASP! In just 1 MONTH I gained enough strength, mobility, and pain reduction to cease use of my cane and could walk with proper gait! I am now 100% pain free! Of all the gyms and trainers that I had explored, ASP is the only one that requested and reviewed my medical records and understood my needs. They then took me through a detailed assessment of my current health: pain, ROM, tissue quality, mobility, gait, biomechanics, proprioception, body composition, strength, stability, and more. Far more in depth, constructive & immediately more helpful and enlightening than a full year of rehab in the typical insurance PT fashion. Then they developed a custom strength and rehab program for me. In just 7 months, my body is stronger and leaner than before my accident! I wish I had found them earlier! I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU There are so many people in my position that went through the pains and stagnation of our healthcare system, or your general gym/personal trainer. The astonishing journeys of fellow ASP members: debilitating back injuries, ACL tears, achilles ruptures, nerve and posture issues, and every day aches, pains sustained via sport or life. They were all like me thinking that that pain & suffering was normal, and now thanks to ASP we are all thriving healthier than preinjury. If any of the above resonates, train at ASP: INVEST IN YOURSELF! YOU WON'T REGRET IT! Thank you Hannah, Jack, and Jared for giving me my life & independence back! There is no doubt in my mind that I would still be in pain and struggling to walk without you. read more

I've been coming on and off to Accelerate Sports Performance over the past 3 or so years - training for peak athletic performance during volleyball season. And I believe what Jack, Jared, and Hannah help me achieve is nothing short of a miracle - guiding me back to my best physical self like drinking water from the fountain of youth. They take my sedentary, skinny-fat, immobile, inflexible, imbalanced, weak sack of flesh and bones and, with workout programs that targeted my weaknesses with pinpoint accuracy, have me feeling like a fine physical specimen once again. A quote attributed to Socrates, "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training...what a disgrace it is for a man (or woman) to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable." Those are words I want to live by for the rest of my life, and ASP helps me achieve that goal. read more

If you are looking for a best-in-class facility, custom work out programs designed to meet your goals, and a group of very experienced and fun coaches then this is the place. After sustaining multiple wear and tear injuries snowboarding I decided it was time to step up my training program and began looking for options. What started as rehabilitation and preventative training soon turned into my go-to gym. Initially, I went through a series of exercises and tests to determine my fitness level. After, that I talked with the ASP team about my goals and what I wanted most out of a program. Once completed, they designed a program to meet my needs and ensured that every workout was the best it could be. They eliminated my bad habits, drilled perfect form into my routine, and made me stronger across the board. After about 5 months of working out at ASP I sustained a back injury (muscle strain in my lower back). The ASP team scrapped my old workout and rebuilt it from the ground up to focus on my recovery. After only 4 weeks I was back 100% and making progress again. Seriously, this team is awesome and they are committed to making you successful no matter what. read more

Accelerate has an amazing team of sports-medicine professionals. I've been a member for 7 months now, and only have positive feedback. The space is clean, members respectful and lots of equipment. The main reason I joined was to improve my balance and strengthen the muscles around my knee, so I could keep running, skiing and anything else that catches my fancy. I have learned so much from the team and now have the confidence in my athletic form to try new exercises and heavier weights. My progress has been incredible and I see more definition in my muscular structure. Each month I can't wait for the new program, which increases in intensity to meet my fitness progression. No hesitation in recommending Accelerate for your fitness training. read more

Accelerate has been one of the best personal investments I have ever made. With two ACL surgeries and a micro-fracture that span a total of four surgeries, I was looking for a serious athletic sports facility that would not only help me heal from my surgeries but also help me progress so that I could confidently get back to playing soccer. Accelerate has done just that! With the help of Jack, Jared and Hannah, I've been able to not only fully recover from residual effects of my surgeries but have progressed and improved my strength and agility to better perform on the field. Jack and co. create a positive and motivating environment that encourages individuals to push themselves to their limit, and then they push you some more! It doesn't matter if you're a pro or former athlete, or someone who has never played a sport in their lives, ASP is open to everyone and anyone who is willing to do the work it takes to progress and really wants to see a positive change in themselves. The work that is done at ASP is not easy, it's not a quick fix shop, nor is it a facility that give an easy way to meet your goals. Jack and co create detailed programs that will help you meet your goals and take the time to teach how each exercise, from the warm-up to the strength exercises, works to benefit you. They teach you the fundamentals of each exercise and provide quality training so that you can successfully progress without compromising your body. I used to be a 24Hour Fitness member and used to see people deadlift 100+ lbs thinking I could never do that. With the help of ASP, not only can I deadlift 100+ llbs, but I now know how to do it with proper technique and form! This is why ASP has been and will continue to be my #1 choice for my fitness and performance needs. read more

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My Chinese Basketball National teammate LiWei recommended me to come to Jack's place to get my body right for the 2019 FIBA World Cup. I was very thankful that I got to train with Jack's great team, and Jack recommended me to go to Soft Tissue Therapist Kevin to get my body right. After a month of working with Jack, my body is 100% ready for 2019 FIBA World Cup, and I am looking forward to the challenge to win the whole thing. Thank you Jack, Hannah and Jerry so much for getting my body healthy and ready! read more

Joined ASP two months ago and have enjoyed every second of it. As an athlete coming off foot surgery and existing hip mobility issues, the team at ASP were able to cater a program that highlighted strength training as well as mobility exercises in order to maximize my full potential. Not only is each rep carefully watched for proper form, but also the critique is given in a constructive manner as to not demean the athlete but encourage accountability and trust. Hannah, Jared, and Jack truly care about their clients and make you feel comfortable in an environment that can be rather challenging. The team from top to bottom encourage their athletes to push themselves and enjoy each session, and it shows. The progress I've made since I joined has been night and day. Highly recommend to anyone looking to perform in a high performance environment. Totally worth the investment. read more

I trained with ASP for several months to support my application to and preparation for attending Officer Candidates School (OCS) with the United States Marine Corps. ASP shared the 'train as you fight' ethos. Programs were tailored to prepare my body and mind for the fitness rigors specific to OCS. This included a focus on: cardiovascular endurance; core, upper and lower body strength; stretching, recovery and injury prevention. The gym had the best equipment I have worked with. But, I liked the people at ASP the best. They foster a positive environment, have a deep knowledge in training athletes at the highest level and empower individuals with knowledge to prevent injury. I was physically prepared for OCS after ASP. This included 10 mile endurance hikes with 70 lbs of combat gear; a 3.5 mile combat simulation course through uneven terrain; and basic sprints, pull-ups, crunches, etc. If you can commit time and energy toward your fitness objectives, ASP is a sound partner to enlist to make it happen. read more

I have been a competitive athlete my entire life- and am constantly looking for the chance to become even better in and out of the gym. I used to run up and down the field hockey field, spend hours and hours in the pool, and many seasons out on the water, rowing crew. I finally made a decision to focus on swimming in college and I excelled to the highest level, competing at nationals every year and becoming a 17 time All-American. Once I graduated, I moved to San Francisco, and was constantly looking for that workout that would push me to the level I was used to. Five years later- I can finally say I have found that place. Accelerate Sports Performance creates unique and challenging programs that are geared to each person specifically, taking into account your past injuries, goals, strengths, and weaknesses. I have been working out at ASP now for almost 3 months and can honestly say I am well on my way to becoming fitter, stronger, and faster then I was even at my best when I was in peak shape in college. I am motivated everyday to push myself by their elite staff. They challenge me every single day and know the multitude of exercises in and out. I have only positive things to say about this place. It doesnt matter if you are in high school, an ex-college athlete used to the toughest workouts, or just looking to get in shape and dont know your way around the gym. These guys will make sure to invest a lot of time taking you to the next level. I always try to workout with an athlete's mindset- focusing on becoming stronger, faster and avoiding injuries. At this gym- I feel like I am in the best hands to help me get there. I look forward to spending much more time at ASP!! read more

Jack, Jarred, and Hannah helped me go from the worst fitness of my life, following major knee surgery, to the fittest i've been in years. They are knowledgable, passionate, and motivating to work with. It's also a lot of fun. The gym is an excellent space with top of the line equipment. I'd have no hesitation recommending ASP to people looking to make a serious investment in their fitness. read more