Costa Mesa's Rated #1 Personal Training Studio

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Nicole Cox 
 
30 September 2026
 
 
  
Whether you have a history of working out or you’re brand new to getting in shape, the team and community here is truly so welcoming and encouraging that I can guarantee you’ll wish you started sooner.  Every step in your fitness journey is set at your own pace but also motivating and pushed in a way you want a personal trainer to do so. As a mom of 4 with very limited time to myself or a brain that’s constantly running on overload, Amanda, Matt and all the trainers here have been so supportive and considerate of my schedule and the time I have in the gym. They’re always planning the workouts/week accordingly so that I’m getting the best use of my time and investment in myself when I’m there. Every workout is well thought-out and beneficial enough that I’m feeling awake and energized heading into a full day of parenting.
The gym’s always clean, never packed or intimidating the way some gyms can make you feel and is extremely well organized. I love that I can get in early in the morning and back home early enough to start my day off strong.
They also offer personal in-body scans and a fitness plan structured to you and your goals specifically so both you & they can keep track of your progress, as well as nutrition coaching should you want to take it a step further. They’re also constantly holding team get-togethers, outings, or challenges that you can be as involved in as you please. Recoup very much a gym family and I’m so, so grateful to be a part of it and I know you will be too.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tony 
 
28 September 2026
 
 
  
Nice gym for great workouts.
Clean, professional staff. I recommend it for folks seeking training in a class environment.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Courtney Blackburn 
 
28 September 2026
 
 
  
For the last thirteen years, several traumatic, life-changing events have happened to my family. These events derailed my motivation and subsequently my opportunities for personal time to focus on myself. I used to consider the lifting of my child with cerebral palsy as sufficient weight-lifting time with occasional walks with my dogs as my only means of exercise. It wasn’t working because my weight and clothing size along with my cholesterol and blood pressure numbers were increasing. The stress of parenting a child with disabilities, caring for an aging parent, and managing the activities of two other children proved to be emotionally draining.

Luckily, a dear friend casually told me about Recoup at a social gathering. I listened and realized this woman is very similar to me with three children, a few managed health situations and she was also several years into recovering from a spine surgery. If she could do this and get into excellent health, then this was the place I needed to be too!

Recoup feels like a supportive family and a wonderful place to get healthy. The workouts are perfect and are tailored around my specific injuries so that I may gain strength and work around current issues. I can’t wait for my next body composition analysis because I can already tell it’s going to be great news!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mary 
 
17 September 2026
 
 
  
My daughters spent a long time telling me I wasn't moving enough. I resisted for a long time.

I didn't really know what to expect walking into a personal training gym. I pictured everyone doing the same routine and me not being able to keep up. It has been the opposite. Everything is built around what I can actually do, and the trainers have always found a way to work around my injuries. They're encouraging without ever setting you up to fail.

I walk better, everyday things feel easier, and I'm in better shape than friends who are younger than me. Very glad I finally listened.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Taylor Storm 
 
11 September 2026
 
 
  
I have tried many gyms and personal trainers and this is the first place that truly got to know me so they could care for me in a way where they could make a meaningful difference in my life.  The trainers and staff are elite and the vibes are always high! They listen, empathize, and understand me in a way that I thought was impossible. I’m so thankful I found recoup!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Carrie Naylor 
 
4 September 2026
 
 
  
I happened to stumble upon Recoup as a recommendation after a health event in my life made me realize I needed to start making some changes. I for one am not someone who works out—I’ve never worked out in my whole life.

But here I am! 😂

An acquaintance recommended I check Recoup out, and I instantly felt comfortable. As someone who had never worked out before, I wanted to be around people with similar goals—not somewhere I felt embarrassed, intimidated, or completely out of place.

The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and patient. They let you work at your own pace while still pushing you just enough—which, let’s be honest, most of us need.

I’ve been part of the Recoup family for almost two months now, and I genuinely couldn’t have made a better investment in myself. I feel better, my stats are improving, I have more motivation to get things done, and overall, I just have a better outlook on life.

I couldn’t be more thankful for the entire Recoup team! ❤️
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Brook Bolger 
 
21 August 2026
 
 
  
Great workouts, friendly staff. Exactly what I needed walking distance from my house. if you’re looking for semi personal training on a schedule you can keep with good people, drop on by
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ellyn Gibo 
 
20 August 2026
 
 
  
I’ve been working out at Recoup for a few months and have loved it. I’m a mom of four young kids so I have really enjoyed taking time away from my super busy life to focus on my fitness goals. All I have to do is show up and the trainers do all of the thinking and planning for me! Everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. People of all fitness levels will feel comfortable and motivated here. Thanks Recoup!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sam Soto 
 
24 July 2026
 
 
  
I love this place ! I’ve been coming here for 4 months now, and it has completely changed how I look at strength training. The trainers here have this amazing ability to be the nicest people  while simultaneously pushing you in a good way They genuinely care about your form and progress, making the space feel incredibly safe and ego-free. It is a beautiful studio setup  and it genuinely feels like a treat to train here.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Dana Trujillo 
 
17 July 2026
 
 
  
In and so many chapters of our lives, we encounter a fork in the road. We could either keep on the familiar path or maybe we could choose the path less traveled. And in many ways when we feel stuck, it’s only human nature to crave change. Otherwise the universe will just do it for you. When I faced that fork in the road this year, I knew something needed to change. I knew that didn’t wanna wait to prioritize myself my health and overall wellness in my 40s 50s or 60s.

I started with the Recoup team back in march 2021. They introduced me to their kickstart program. That’s where I really started to get the understanding of what Balance means. It was a nutrition program and a group training program all wrapped up in one. They provided me the tools for not just immediate success, but long-term. I lost 20 pounds in the first round ! I carried the knowledge with me even after that program finished. Later down the road it’s now 2026 and life happens, I’m back again facing another fork in the road. I was in a place where my soul was desperate for change again. I was facing the health issues that come along with age and I wasn’t feeling as strong and confident within my own body as I have before. I knew exactly where I can find the support the structure. Recoup ! The founders Matt, Stevie and Bo welcomed back me with open arms. And this time let me tell you, the energy of the room felt so better than ever ! With time comes with change and their hours expanded added more staff. That are just as passionate about overall health and wellness as they are. All the trainers are on the same page and Care about every single person that walks through that door. I sat down with Bo and Matt told them what my goals were, to get stronger and reestablish a new routine. They heard me out we put a plan together. I enrolled in the life nutrition program, and signed up for twice a week with their semi personal training with wiggle room to add more days if I wanted. We set realistic goals for inside and outside of Recoup gym. I’m almost 2 months in and  you wanna know How’s it going? Well, proof is in the numbers with the inbody scan results shows that are not only my skeletal muscle mass increased, I also loss my body fat by 3.3%. With a focused mindset on balanced nutrition my A1C numbers were showing incredible results I’m closer to a normal level than I was in January. I’m locked in and my journey isn’t over. The hard work I’m putting in is there and showing up in the numbers. But you know what else is also showing up ? The support behind those numbers. Change starts with you and it doesn’t happen overnight. The Recoup team not only has my best interest in mind but they care about  the long-term goals and how to set me up for success there also. They take time to check in with you and lift you up on days when you feel like you can’t do it. The biggest reason I came back to Recoup is because they had the tools, accountability and structure I needed back in my life to help me get through this new chapter I’m on. But their impact goes beyond just me. You can feel it in the community that they created on that gym floor. If you’re planning on investing in yourself, this is the place to get started or renovate. Trust me when I say, it’s gonna feel like home.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jack 
 
3 July 2026
 
 
  
So here I go - Joining the Recoup gym and it’s LIFE program has been an absolute game changer for me/mood/energy/ and confidence. I thought I had completely plateau’d physically and in nutrition, while overtraining, and under eating.

Joining the life program as well as doing strength training about 3 times per week in the gym (outside of my 10k steps and cardio), I have been supported by an intimate and supportive community of coaches/trainers, and not only that, but I finally felt hope that things were going to change which I have not felt in so long! I used to eat about 1-2 meals max a day and am working to quadruple that with my training (I am now getting an appetite again which hasn’t happened in years).

This experience has also been educational learning my body and actually retraining my self to not overdue my cardio as I used to do 160-180bpm workouts on a stationary bike 7 days a week (which was not good for me long term).

Recoup has had me focus on balance; I have learned that when I was practicing extreme habits of too much training and having little to eat, I wasn’t helping myself. I have found a solution here in this gym with the support and most importantly the accountability that I have always wanted that is factually accurate with proper coaching, versus my own ideology on how I thought was best to get into my best shape. After my first Inbody of a month in the LIFE program I only increased muscle mass and decreased my body fat percentage.

I feel a true community here that is committed to me, my health, and my goals! I cannot say enough as this has been a complete game changer for me and my life, especially being on the younger side of things. I have regained so much of my confidence back and have learned to trust the process!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Robbie Tafesh 
 
1 July 2026
 
 
  
normally don't pay much attention to writing reviews, but this gym truly deserves one.Recoup will surprise you with the level of knowledge, scientific precision, professional and attention to every detail. The coaching goes far beyond workouts they provide continuous encouragement, accountability, and almost daily follow up to make sure you're progressing toward your goals.What really stood out to me was when Matt, told me Last night I was talking with my wife about your specific situation.That level of genuine care showed me that I was in safe hands and that my success truly mattered to them.Danny and Wyatt are fat killers and muscle builders. Their dedication and motivation make a real difference.For the first time after being away on a 10 day , I found myself actually missing the gym and looking forward to coming back.I highly recommend Recoup Gym to anyone who is serious about improving their health, fitness, and overall quality of life.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Trustindex rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 295 reviews