Retro Gym

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Introduction

Looking for a personal trainer who can help you achieve your fitness goals with a personalized approach? Look no further than our team of experienced trainers led by our head trainer, who brings over 20 years of experience to the table. Whether you're a fitness novice or a seasoned gym-goer, our trainers can design a program tailored to your unique needs and goals. With a keen attention to detail and a commitment to logging every workout, our trainers ensure that you're making measurable progress every step of the way. And if you're looking for a truly unique workout experience, our 1980's themed private studio provides the perfect backdrop for a fun and energetic session. **We're currently offering a new client special where you can get 6 half hour sessions for $90 or 6 hour sessions for $180. It's the perfect opportunity to see how our trainers can help you achieve your fitness goals.** Our head trainer works alongside a team of skilled trainers, all of whom are committed to delivering the same high level of service and support that our clients have come to expect. So why wait? Whether you're looking to lose weight, build muscle, or simply improve your overall fitness, our team of trainers is here to help you reach your goals and achieve your full potential. Contact us today to schedule your first session and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you!

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22 years in business

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Lose weight

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Rashad R.

May 3, 2025

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Amazing experience and now I officially have a personal trainer. I LOVE that I’m not in a crowded gym.

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Iulia t.

Aug 4, 2017

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I have been working with Alex for just a little while, two weeks, but I had good reasons to choose him as my personal trainer (I met two trainers before deciding on Alex). First, he is very serious about his job and dedicated. Second, working full time as a trainer gives him the chance to perfect his style and fully dedicate to his training sessions and clients. Third, I like the fact that he is quiet and focused on training. I find his style pretty unique, a combination of strength, stretching, gymnastics, and yoga. Also, I had many questions and not only he answered every one with patience but with knowledge as well. If there is something that I really do not like is when I get an answer that lacks knowledge. I am looking forward to a good long training relationship.keep up the good job Alex!

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Thank you for the kind words, Iulia!

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Nh S.

Aug 5, 2017

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During my quest to find the best trainer out there for my needs, I found Alex Hernandez. I knew from my research that the qualities I was looking for in a trainer included experience, education, personality, the ability to communicate well and professionalism. I met with/spoke to several trainers through Thumbtack and outside of Thumbtack that unfortunately were lacking one or more of these qualities until I met with Alex who, as it turned out, had all the qualities I was looking for in a trainer. It also didn’t hurt that he offered a couple of free sessions. (I know this is a rather wordy review but if you are like me and prefer to do your due diligence before hiring a trainer, I think it’s worth the read.) Experience: Yes, having years of experience is great, which Alex has but what I most valued about Alex’s experience is that he had been through the same struggle of losing weight and figuring out how to establish and maintain a healthier lifestyle as I am going through now. Because of this, I felt Alex had a unique perspective as a trainer and would be able to better understand my struggle with losing weight and be better equipped to assist me through that struggle. Experience was also very important to me as I was coming to the table with several injuries that any trainer I selected would have to have the know-how on how to handle those injuries during training while still allowing me to make regular progress. After a couple of complimentary sessions with Alex, there was no doubt he had the necessary experience to help me. Education: In addition to having over a decade of experience in personal training, Alex also had the appropriate credentials. One of these credentials was particularly important to me, his NASM certification as a Weight Loss Specialist. (FYI - You can check a trainer’s credentials on the NASM website.) Beyond his certification education, Alex also educated himself on me. Alex took the time to ask me questions and learn about me, what I wanted to accomplish with training, what injuries or medical issues I had, what concerns I had, what my day-to-day life was like and what my nutrition looked like. For me, this meant Alex was asking all the right questions to educate himself on how best to help me. Personality: If you’re looking for a trainer who will yell at you like a drill sergeant, then Alex isn’t the trainer for you. If you’re looking for a trainer to handle you with kid gloves and baby you, then again, Alex isn’t the trainer for you. If you are looking for a happy medium between the two with a few jokes and quotes of encouragement thrown in, then Alex is for you. Alex is encouraging yet pushes you beyond your limits just enough every time so every session always contains progress. When I first started working with Alex, there was a particular exercise that he had to modify in order for me to complete. Recently, I was able to complete this exercise, multiple reps, without modification and he was more excited about it then I was. Who wouldn’t want a trainer like that, someone who is excited for you and your progress. Communication: Alex has been great about communicating with me since day one. I tend to have a lot of questions and Alex has always been very good about answering those questions for me whether during our training sessions or via text (in a timely manner). Unlike some trainers, he does not brush off your questions. Alex will regularly check on me after a session to make sure none of my injuries were exacerbated due to the session. It was important to find someone I could communicate well with because I knew my injuries would be a constant issue and I needed to be comfortable enough talking with my trainer and expressing when I felt the pain from a pre-existing injury was too much and/or when I felt I was just incapable of doing an exercise due to my injuries without feeling I was being judged by my trainer. I have found Alex to be very easy to communicate with. Professionalism: The last quality on my list was professionalism. I have had trainers who were physically inappropriate with me, I have had trainers who would talk badly about their other clients either in front of me to another person or directly to me, I’ve had trainers that would spend majority of my session texting/playing on their phone and paying no attention to me at all. I have never had any of these issues with Alex. During our training sessions, he has always conducted himself in a professional manner making sure the focus is always on me and my training. I honestly believe Alex is worth every penny as a trainer. I’m very happy I found him, that I have had the opportunity to work with him and that I now know what it is like to work with a real trainer. **As of this review, I have worked with Alex for 8 weeks. **I have lost inches and pounds and have gained muscle and strength. **Several aches and pains I had prior to my training with Alex has dissipated. (I used to get terrible ankle and shin pain walking to and from work every day which has subsided substantially since training with Alex.)

Retro Gym's reply

Thank you for this humbling review. I shall strive even harder to ensure that my standards of practice only improve with time.

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Eduardo E.

Oct 1, 2016

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John G.

Feb 25, 2018

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Ive tried personal trainers a handful of times and most want to spend the first several classes talking about goals and package commitments. Day 1 with Alex was straight to business. The style is pure body weight and core exercises so theres no cheating or sugarcoating with weight training. Alex attention to detail stuck out immediately altering exercises and stretches to facilitate my strengths and weaknesses. His first two classes were free to ensure his style and program was what I was looking for. Im just in the beginning stages of getting where I want to be physically but I’m certain with Alex that I will be there sooner than later.

Retro Gym's reply

Thank you for the great review, John!

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
At Retro Gym, we offer personal training without contracts or membership fees. Try a free session and then take advantage of our new client special: 6 half hour sessions for $90 or 6 hour sessions for $180. Normal rates are $30 per half hour session and $60 per hour session, but we offer lower rates for two or more people training together. Contact us for more information.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
At Retro Gym, we start by getting to know our clients through a general health and exercise history and a conversation about their goals. We offer a complimentary session so clients can experience our training methods and decide if they're comfortable working with us. We start with the fundamentals and progressing appropriately. Contact us to schedule your first session and start your fitness journey today!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
NASM* Certified Personal Trainer NASM Weight Loss Specialist NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist NASM Behavior Change Specialist *National Academy of Sports Medicine

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