I injured my ankle about a year ago and I was devastated--cross country running had been my only real form of exercise for the last 8 years. I had gone to physical therapy, but doing the same repetitive muscle strengthening exercises became boring and I soon lost motivation to commit to my physical therapy 'homework'. With running out of the question, my lack of cardio exercise had a negative impact on my mental health. When my ankle was feeling better months later, I pushed myself too hard on a long distance hike, seriously irritating the injury. I was so frustrated. I was limping at work again. This year, I decided to take my injury seriously and to start strengthening my ankle. I went through a few personal trainers and immediately, Glayol stood out. Training with her feels like physical therapy on steroids. In our sessions, she uses her knowledge of sports medical rehabilitation and physical therapy to create a personalized program that is focused on injury prevention. She constantly evolves the cohesive program, increasing the intensity and changing up the exercises, so every session and every week is new and challenging while still working on developing targeted muscle groups. Glayol also knows how to push you beyond what you think are your limits. When the going gets tough, Glayol knows that "you've got 10 more reps in you!" Beyond her endless qualifications, Glayol personally cares about her clients. She goes out of her way to check in and see how you're doing. Glayol keeps me constantly motivated, something I hadn't felt in my physical therapy experience. In the past, I was daunted by the machines--sure, there's diagrams and instructions on the side, but I never knew if I had the right form. Was I arching my back? Was I over-extending? Was I engaging a muscle I shouldn't be? What's a good weight for me? How many repetitions should I do? I had so many questions and I felt overwhelmed. All I wanted to do was get out of the gym and go on a run. Glayol took all the guesswork and intimidation out of the gym. With her diligent work on my personalized program, I walk into the gym with confidence, knowing exactly what machines and equipment I need and how many sets and reps to complete. I know what muscles I'm targeting and what the right form is. Most importantly, I know I'm strengthening the muscles around my ankle and I'm healing my injury while still receiving a full-body workout that gets my heart rate up. I am so grateful for my personal trainer! If it wasn't for her, I would still be going to the gym once or twice a month rather than 3-4 times a week! read more

Update: instead of investing in a functioning AC unit they invested in other things and I'm not talking about workout machines. I can no longer work out at this gym it's so hot in there even in the morning, sucks they don't even have an open windows. so disrespectful and inconsiderate they don't consider their clients. I wouldn't recommend this facility even tho I'm sure the trainers are great. read more

I stopped by Self Made Training Facility to pick up my meal prep, so I can't speak to the training side of things, but I had such a great experience that I had to leave a review. Jake, the guy who helped me, was incredibly kind, friendly, and upbeat (even at 7:30 in the morning!). He went above and beyond by helping me carry my bags to the car and even took a moment to chat with me about body science, super knowledgeable and personable. The facility itself looked clean, well-organized, and professional. Based on the customer service alone, I can tell this place is top-tier read more

Anthony is a trainer at this gym and he is fabulous. He is patient, kind, and demonstrates the exercises for me and encourages me to always push myself and believe in my own capabilities. read more

I recently switched from another trainer to start working with David L. here and he is so great. He's very knowledgeable and adjusts your workout as needed, if something is bothering you like my bum knee or sometimes my back is sore. He switches things up and keeps you on your toes. He's also very personable, encouraging and caring. Looking forward to seeing even better results with his help this year! read more

I started to come here about a month ago to begin personal training. My coach is awesome. He's easy going, understanding, customized work out for me especially with previous injuries. I would give this place 5 stars if the facility itself was actually taken care of. All the cardio machines are full of dust and don't even look like they are ever cleaned. The other equipment is okay but pretty worn as well. As a whole, the facility doesn't look clean or maintained. There are spray bottles with chemicals but only paper towels are in the bathroom if they are stocked. I've never in a Month seen anyone clean after their clients or themselves. Juat last week i was stretching on the floor and saw gray bugs crawling around. The womens bathrooms are blown up for hours by men and then are unusable unless you have a gas masks. There are no toilet seat covers which is nasty. Honestly the coaches and peope who I've seen train here are all cool but just wish it was cleaner. read more

best gym in orange county hands down the people here are all super cool and friendly and the management is amazing

Self-made it is my favorite gym I've ever trained at my Trainer . Shannon is professional, educated and dedicated to her craft. Everyone here is also so kind and genuine and willing to help especially for beginners is the cleanest I have been to and very well-maintained. I will recommend everyone to go to self made read more

This place is amazing. I trained with DC. He started out by going over my workout history and diet and asked what I wanted to do and how fast I wanted to do it. We then went through the gym and did a form check, which he was quick to stop and correct if I was doing anything wrong. He also outlined what we'd be working on and setup an app to track diet. Even said it was ok to eat Taco Bell sometimes. The facility is a bit small but has everything you need for a good workout. If you're looking for a personal trainer that will get you into great shape, I high recommend DC. read more

The trainers here are AMAZING and have no complaints about them whatsoever. It's the facility that lacks proper hygiene. The restrooms almost always never have soap or toilet seat covers and sometimes even hand sanitizer. I had to start bringing my own. I think I need to start bringing my own soap too. The managers of this place need to take better care of this facility. Their trainers work so hard and care about their clients. Therefore they need a proper facility that meets their clients needs. read more

5 Stars for the facility and my trainer, Josh Crook. The way I found out about him was word of mouth,from Paul Kim. He kept telling how good of a trainer he was and whatever your goal is, he'll be able too help you out, if is healthier life style or muscle, weight lost or revenge bod! His your guy, and also he has meal preps for sell that's separate from your monthly dues, the food is delicious. So No excuses,it's winter so start getting your body ready for summer of next year, hit him up for a free session and consultation. * Clean facility/Clean Restrooms/everyone wipe up the equipment after they used it. * So each trainer have about 3 to 4 clients per workout so it's semi-private. * Shout Out, too MY TRAINER! Josh, I hate Leg day... A little background: Former basketball player, certified strength and conditioning coach with professional experience,certified personal trainer since 2009, former fitness manager for 24 hour fitness, with a BS in Kinesiology from CSUF. read more

Found this gym on Instagram because I was looking for a trainer to seek guidance on my form and kickstart my health and fitness journey. You want to make an appointment because they give you a consultation on your current body stats. I had the pleasure of getting paired with Yesci my trainer. My goal LIKE MOST LADIES want a smaller waist with booty gains. She targets all my goals and keeps me focused! Always excited to go to every session because I know I'm getting closer to my body goals. I am constantly challenged and celebrated--- the perfect and ideal energy you want when you want to be the hottest version of yourself. So happy I came across this gym. I have learned so much from Yesci. read more

Eliana is such a wonderful trainer to be working with! This is my first time working with a trainer, I have been with her over 2 months now and I have never felt so confident in myself or trusted my weight loss journey as much as I do now. With her guidance and extreme honesty I know I'll be able to achieve my goal, she's motivating and always has me in check! With my food and weight . I appreciate you Eli for helping me along this journey !!! -nessa read more

Self Made has been by far my favorite gym and I personally never thought I would ever say that. The reason I can now have the confidence to say it is thanks to my trainer Kevin Matua. I've been coming here since July 2024 and it has been a whirlwind of knowledge and learning. My fiancé had been trying to convince me to make the changes I wanted to see in myself physically as well as mentally. He had started working out with a new trainer and gave me the little push I needed to at least try in out, this lead me to Kevin. The thing about Kevin is he doesn't just show up to give you a good workout and to do his job. He actually takes the time to explain the "why" behind every exercise and the why behind the nutrition. His passion for fitness truly shines through every session. This in turn has changed my perspective about fitness as well. I use to be mortified about walking into any gym and I would feel like I had no idea what I was doing and being judge by anyone who looked my way. It was Kevin who boosted that confidence and really provided the knowledge I needed to push that self doubt out of my head. Yes I've lost weight, body fat, gained muscle and this is just the beginning but I feel I've gained so much more! Thank you Kevin! This is just the beginning and I have no need to slow down or stop the journey that we just begun. read more

THIS GYM IS WHERE ITS AT! From the staff to the overall environment, there's no other place I feel more comfortable at than self made! I train with Vanessa A. 3 times a week and since starting my fitness journey with her, my life has completely changed for the better! I struggle mentally and I will say, there's no medication that has made me feel as good as I've been feeling! simply from working out and using all Vanessa's advice/tips to better my health, daily! She has given me that extra push I needed to keep going! And she continues to motivate me! Even when we're not together at the gym, a simple Tex to check in, remind me to stay active, eat well and simply wish me a great day, means the world to me! I've had my share of trainers and never have I seen as much progress as I have with Vanessa! I plan on continuing my fitness journey here at self made with Vanessa for as long as possible! read more

Self Made Training Facility - Trainers Near Me - Orange, California

The owner is extremely nice. I was able to work out at this facility while 24 hour fitness was closed. If they opened it for annual passes, I would definitely get a membership. read more

I never had a trainer before but after Covid I decided to take the step and get back in shape. I was recommended by a friend to look into trainers here at this gym and I messaged John DC fitness and I explained to him that I wanted to get leaner and grow in muscle as well. He gave me a free session and explained what he can do to help me reach my goal and saw where my physical fitness level was at and made a complete program for me and adjusted it as needed. He was very patient and I took about half a week to make my decision and I'm glad I did, I'd say the only regret is not starting sooner. I was about 240 when I started which has been about a year and now I'm at 226 and I look way leaner and better and feel better as well. He helped me a lot with my nutrition and helped me with recipes and weighing my food and logging in all meals. He's very flexible with schedules as well, which was a big help, and especially with motivation when your feeling lazy or if your struggling to push to the last rep. He's very open with talking about anything as well while you workout so it even feels like you working out with your friend that pushes you to be the very best version of yourself. I'd say if your on the fence for a new trainer I'd highly recommend John DC, my mindset when I train now even on days on my own has changed drastically, I push myself to the limit and with him consistently asking me "are you satisfied" "Is this the best version of yourself", has stuck with me in the gym and it has changed my everyday life by the way i look and feel! If you want something to change and don't know how or are nervous I wouldn't hesitate to ask John DC. read more

Been training here for about one year And I absolutely love it !!! My trainer is so educated and explains step by step how to have proper form when lifting and training Come join you won't regret it !! read more

This review is for coach Nate, and what can I say, he really taught me a lot about working out and how to incorporate a healthy lifestyle. I started training with coach Nate in April of 2023, and after 3 months, my physique looked 10x better. I came in not knowing how to do exercises properly, had elbow pain from a dislocation years back, and did not know how to eat healthy and gain weight. Coach Nate told me exactly what to eat and what I needed to do to gain muscle mass. In 3 months, I gained over 8-10 pounds with Nate, and I felt stronger than compared to day 1. Coach Nate also helped me resolve my elbow issue by incorporating exercises to help with the elbow pain and help build strength in my injured elbow. Fast forward to now, and I have gained about 20 pounds while training with coach Nate. In April of 2023, I weighed 150 pounds, and now, in March of 2024, I am 173 pounds. Coach Nate has helped me exceed expectations I never thought I could reach. I came in looking very skinny and tall and not knowing how to put on weight and do exercises correctly. Coach Nate has helped me hit PRs on my deadlifts, squats, and bench presses. I started only being able to deadlift 100 pounds, and my PR now is 225 pounds. Coach Nate has helped me hit my fitness goals and made me love working out, and I can't thank him enough. Everyone needs to train with coach Nate; he will get you right and in shape read more

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This review is about my trainer Stephanie, she's honestly such a great trainer to start with if you're new to fitness like me. She helped me out with not just work outs but nutrition and balancing my time by creating a schedule. I've never been a consistent person in the gym but with her help it's become a habit little by little and checks up on you. I've done in person training and online training so if you're a really busy person and want to focus on your health but can't come in, you can do online which is a personalized program for you with weekly check in's. Overall 10/10 she's a super sweet and understanding person too and I'm glad I started my fitness journey with her !!:) read more

This is my second week here and it's tough but I love it Thank you to my trainer carlos he has a lot of patience and is pushing me real hard I don't usually work out it's been a while But Iam here This has motivated me so much What I love about this place it's not over crowded And it's so clean Thanks read more

Jamil things remain the same. Air conditioner is constantly not working and when you have a lot of people working out, it's not a very comfortable situation read more

Self Made Training Facility is hands down the best gym I have trained at. I have trained at other gyms in the past and I finally found a gym I love coming to. Every single trainer is super friendly and knowledgeable. The vibe you get when you walk is nothing but positive. My trainer Angel is a rock star!! He is always motivating me and pushing me outside my comfort zone so I make the gainz. With out his expert diet and training plan I wouldn't be able to reach my fitness goals. I leave our sessions feeling stronger not only physically but mentally. I highly recommend Coach Angel Bueno if you are looking for one on one training. He will not disappoint! I had the chance to jump in on a session today with Coach Mike Flores. He put me through a solid workout. His motivation and encouragement helped me push through each exercise. If ever get a chance to join his group class you will but be happy you did. read more

If you've been curious about personal training and haven't had the courage to do it but are ready to put in work and meet your goals, Chelsea is your girl! I always felt self conscious working out, but Chelsea helps me feel confident in all my workouts. After being unable to work out for 3 months due to an injury, she has gotten me back on track and feeling stronger each workout. Even on the days that I'm down, Chelsea helps me feel proud of my progress. She works with you on whatever your goals are and does not make you feel bad for being any size, weight or shape. She doesn't force her ideas or standards of beauty on you, in fact she makes sure you're happy with whatever results you're getting/ want to get. She is here for YOU! She's the best personal trainer I've ever had (and I've had a few). read more

I used to train at the Corona facility which was right next to my office. After we moved offices, I had to search for a new area to train that was closer to home. Fortunately, Miguel(the founder) told me that he was planning to open a new location in Orange or Anaheim Hills. I just happened to be driving down Tustin one day and saw it by chance. The facility is really great, with top of the line equipment and even an Octagon for all your MMA needs. Everything is always clean and there's plenty of sanitizer/paper towels available. Jamil is the owner and he was very cordial and made me feel at home. I'm glad this place opened up close by...definitely recommend!! read more

so there are moments that change your life forever. Meeting Lidia (Reckless Kitty) was one of those moments. I had a friend show me her Instagram and I loved that she was self made (ehhh see what i did there self made? ha anyways) She started learning about fitness herself and she pushed herself to be who she is today. I LOVED that about a trainer. I had trained before with someone who didn't push me in unique ways Lidia does. There is never ever a dull moment with her work outs. Bear Crawls, Outside Days, Using the equipment in unique ways to get results. Ways you never would of think of. She's innovative and talented. I never am too tired to train and she really tries to work with you on price and on times to train. All her clients are super nice and we all hype one another up. The facility is nice and I constantly have friends wishing they had a gym like mine. read more

Self Made Training Facility - transformation with help from Lidia! - Trainers Near Me - Orange, California

My experience here has not disappointed me. Gabe is the most motivating and knowledgeable trainer!! I wouldn't have achieved over 8 pounds weight loss and developed exercise knowledge without him! I feel so much more confident after having contained most of my post partum weight. I feel much more energized after my changing my diet that Gabe has helped me modify. I would not want any other trainer. I trust him and genuinely believe it warms his heart to help clients reach their goals. Our time together is ending, unfortunately, but I'm hoping to return with him soon!! Ask for Gabe Zapata!! The gym is more intimate which makes it easier to use available machines and it is very well kept. It feels motivating to be at a gym where there are only trainers and trainees because everyone is so kind and positive toward one another. The trainers keep the place clean, too! read more

Self Made Training Facility - May 20th 2022-August 15th - Trainers Near Me - Orange, California

It doesn't matter how hot it is, this company is so cheap they never have the air conditioning on below 75°. I don't even care that the equipment is older and a bit rundown I just want to be able to work out in a comfortable temperature. I sweat just walking into the place it's so hot and muggy and always over packed. They've taken on enough personal trainers to be able to afford some air-conditioning. I have to bring my own personal fan and carry it around with me and move it from machine to machine. All of the clients complain but we are not there for the gym we are there for our excellent trainers! This gym just took up about 10% of its real estate by adding some stupid water station and retail section. They never have any retail and who shows up to the gym without their own water. They have a freezer where they used to sell liquid egg whites but that's always empty. No one seems to be doing their job right. And don't get me started on the music... read more

Mike from Hulk Fit Co has been my trainer for 3 months now. My sisters, my mom, and myself do group training with him three times a week here at the self-made training facility in orange and it's definitely worth it! He asks us what our goals are and he comes up with workouts that are best fit for us. We work out hard but have fun at the same time! We use the InBody scale for our weekly weigh-ins. I've noticed major results in my body weight, body fat, and muscle mass. Mike is very personable, has a great sense of humor, and is a great motivator! He's always on time, will stick next to you during the whole workout to make sure your form is correct, has the next work out set up so you get everything done in that hour. Would definitely recommend Mike Hulk Fit Co as your personal trainer! As for the facility itself, needs some kind of ventilation. It gets stuffy and warm in there. But appreciate the added water fountain and love that it's never crowded and has all the machines, weights, and space that you need. read more

We found Mike on Yelp a couple months ago & im so glad we did! My 2 sisters, mom, & I work out with him as a group 3 days a week. In the beginning it was difficult for me to enjoy it because I was an avid crossfitter for many years. However, Mike is very creative & clearly knows what he is doing & every now & then he adds in some Crossfit movements to our workouts & I always appreciate it. When we signed up with him he sent us meal plans & also workout plans for the days we do not work out with him. My body fat has gone down & my muscle mass has gone up & that's exactly what I told him I wanted for my body from the start! I plan on sticking with him for a very long time. I would DEFINITELY recommend him to anyone (literally all ages & all body types) who is looking for personal training. read more

Been goin here for a few months now, all passionate, enthusiastic, and lively people. Great trainers all around, to help with your schedule and goals. Big Moe is the trainer that's been helping me reach my goals. Blessed to say he's also a great friend. read more

I've been coming here to train for a month & it's baffling to see that the restrooms are never in tip top shape, there's never toilet paper, toilet seat covers, paper towels or soap. As a facility that emphasizes wellness & people being in tip top shape, it would be nice to see the facility also be in tip top shape & practice what it preaches. Puhlease. read more

This review is just for the training facility, no correlation to mine or any of the trainers. PLEASE I'm begging turn the air conditioning on!! It gets way too hot once you start your workout, that it makes it difficult to keep it up. The only access to a cool air flow is if the front door is opened, which most of the time it's not. Last time I got overheated and ended up with a headache that lasted till the next day. It makes it for a unpleasant experience ): read more

Mo is the man!! In 6 months of training I went from absolute no weight training to being able to deadlift over 300 pounds! I've also made a ton of progress on bench press and squat as well. He takes it at your own pace and never pushes you past what you can handle, and he is also very knowledgeable about the science and nutrition behind training as well. Would definitely recommend training with Mo here! read more

One of the best gyms I've ever been to! I'm glad to be a part of the self made family! The trainers are amazing! Specially Brandon Anglin. I have known Brandon for almost 2 years now! Training with him has changed my life for the better. I wouldn't reach my fitness goals and feel better mentally and physically if it wasn't for Brandon's professional diet and workout plans. He is very professional and friendly and definitely is passionate in his career. he always makes sure that his clients reach their goals and that they are pushing themselves to their limit. Training with him has been one of the best decisions of my life! read more

Self Made Training Facility - Trainers Near Me - Orange, California

I started training, once a week, at SMT about a month ago. The trainers here make working out fun while still pushing me! I look forward to coming each week. The program they have me on has paid off. I am already down 6 pounds and 5 inches all around! It's hard work, but so worth it. And, if you ever have questions or concerns, they are just a text away! read more

I started training here with Dakota a little over two months ago and I couldn't be happier with this investment in my health. I'm learning a lot of different workouts and with the in take body machine I can keep track of muscle gain, fat loss, and my over all weight. The gym is extremely well equipped and maintained. You'll never get bored training here because there's a great diversity in equipment. There's even a boxing ring and punching bags. Everyone is also super nice so you never feel awkward or out of place. Ladies and gents if you're ready for your body to be Molded By Dakota stop by and find out more! #MBD read more

I very much recommend this spot if you want to meet your fitness goals!!! So for the first time ever, I committed to stick with my personal trainer Gabriel, and not fire him after day 3! Seriously.. cause there is trainers out there that suck! And I stuck around just cause my expectations were actually more than met. For starters my training was provided in this Self Made Training facility with other trainers and trainees. So, it felt good being in an environment where everyone was working with a trainer and I didnt feel like an outcast like i used to feel at 24hours fitness (with my last trainer).. So it felt like a very inclusive environment. And my personal trainer Gabriel, well to be honest he was a pain in the ass sometimes cause he just don't stop. But his persistence was ultimately positive and needed. Which was actually helpful to see that someone is not giving up on you no matter what, so made me think why should I give up on my training??. He pushed me to my fullest and guided me every step of the way, with meal suggestions, to follow up workout suggestions on my spare time.. Gabriel's "double set" workout plans always kicked my ass.. and thats when i knew gains were coming in . read more

I just completed 6mos of training at this facility. At Self Made you can expect to find good quality trainers, a welcoming environment and a clean gym. They have all the essential equipment to get a good workout! I loves that everything was organized and had good gym etiquette. Dumbells and plates were always in the right place, everything was in good working order, they provide a decent space for stretching and foam rolling. They also had TRX straps, medicine balls, kettlebells, and weighted sled. If you're looking to make some gains, this is the place to go! read more

music is consistently terrible here. I feel like I'm in a run-down biker bar 1/2 the time while I'm working out. really odd. gym and trainers are good though. read more