Turbo Train Lifting/Swim Lessons/Self Defense

Serves Santa Monica, CA

35244

Hired 32 times

3 employees

5 years in business

$85/session

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Albert Miao
Completed on 11/2/2021

Introduction

Welcome to Turbo Train, The Spice of Life. We specialize in reversing the effects of sitting for too long, lack of movement, injury rehabilitation and much more! If you have something specific you need work with please let us know. - Small Group Training (7:30am & 12pm class schedule) - Personal Training (by appointment only) - Swim Lessons (both weekly and intensives available) - Combat Sports/Self Defense: Boxing, Kickboxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA. Whether you're just beginning your fitness journey, or a seasoned veteran looking to take your fitness to the next level, Turbo Train will help you achieve your fitness goals with Top Tier guidance tailored to our clientele. We have the ability to train anyone from their first day exercising, to professional athletes preparing for competition. Physical movement and exercise isn't just a hobby for us, it's what we understand best. As life-long athletes/fitness fanatics coming from a Division-1 Collegiate background we know what it takes to achieve what may seem impossible. Turbo Train cares for you beyond just a business transaction. Your body is the only vehicle you have through life and we're here to help you navigate through with less limitation. Turbo Train can be found on Gympass, ClassPass, and we’re a sponsored teacher for the Westside Regional Center.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

We offer training for the following - 1 on 1 personal training - Swim Lessons - Duet and small group training - Online Training - Hybrid (in-person and online) - Nutrition and meal plans All new clients will also receive a pair of FeiYue shoes for training. And all online and hybrid clients will receive an additional set of bands for at home exercise. We customize our programs based off your needs and goals.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

For new clients we will first conduct a fitness evaluation to determine your fitness level and if there are any current issues which need to be addressed. After that usually for the first 2-4 weeks we will be working on corrections for your form and getting a strong baseline of conditioning. With our in person training one session typically lasts for 1 hour. The first 10-15 minute will be warm up, then about 30-40 minutes of strength and conditioning and the last 5-10 minutes to stretch and cool down.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

At Turbo Train our employee's are certified through the ISSA and are . We have experience working inside gyms like Equinox as well as Equinox's education system for trainers. Our founder Albert was a D-I collegiate swimmer and has worked with olympians, professional athletes, and celebrities. Hayley is also formerly an elite level swimmer and is currently an assistant coach for Royal Swim Team in Culver City. Hayley is certified in the following - Nutrition (ISSA) - Professional rescuer for CPR/First Aid/AED - Safety Training for swim coaches - Athlete Protection training - Concussion Protocol - Coaches advantage - Foundations of coaching - Water Safety Instructor In Regards for Martial Arts in addition to Albert, we have two other coaches who respectively teach Jiu Jitsu and Striking. Our Striking Coach Elan is a former amateur golden glove champion that is nothing short of elite. Our Jiu Jitsu Coach Casey is a brown belt and has spent 2 years training under John Danaher at Renzo Gracie's in NYC.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

We at Turbo Train have always had a huge passion for fitness and everything around it. Once Albert and Hayley both finished their swimming careers their continued to follow their passion for fitness and it has led to teaching others about what we're passionate about.

What types of customers have you worked with?

At Turbo Train we have worked with individuals in the following below - Middle aged individuals who have never exercised in their life - People preparing for a special event (marathon, wedding, upcoming vacation, etc) - Families looking to get their entire family in shape - Teenagers with aspirations to become an athlete - Celebrities who need to stay in good shape - Lifetime fitness followers who need an extra push - Couples looking to get fit together - College students looking to correct lifting form

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

Recently our founder Albert worked as a choreographer for a big project for a large social media corporation. This involved creating the choreography for specific fitness scenes for multiple sports working with professional athletes. This project took about a month to complete. You can watch the segment in one of our videos!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Finding a good trainer is like matching someone that fits your personality and fitness goals. You need someone who will push you but also understands your limits. Finding the right trainer is like finding a good mechanic, once you meet them and understand the philosophy behind their work you'll understand if they are right for you.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

Clients should think about their commitment level to making a change to their fitness. They need to understand that this process will not be easy but if you can persevere you will come out the other side feeling transformed. Think about the frequency in how you'd like to train as well as the specific goals you have that you want to achieve. Having a goal is very important in regards to seeing improvement.