Custom Bodies Fitness Review

I have had MS since 2010 and have been a client of Dave's since my diagnosis. He has gone way above and beyond to help me deal with my mobility difficulties. He is just a great guy who cares about his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable and goes out of his way to provide his clients with the best help a trainer can provide.

Be careful to work with this fitness. I told Dave that I just want to sign a three month contract, but they continue charge me for $500 a month after three months. My credit card was suspended because of target. If not, I could not notice that my card was charged $500 a month. This is the worst fitness I have ever used.
I received a call from the owner on Oct 14. He told me that I signed two contracts or three contracts. He did not do what I told him. The contracts like traps.
Please be very careful to this fitness.

I always had a problem with gaining weight and never kept up with it consistently - concerning eating with a healthy diet and a solid work out routine. I decided to do something about it myself because I wanted to feel good with a healthy life style .I decided to meet up with my dear friend Dave who s a Nutritionist and trainer at Custom Body in California. I told him my goals and he asked me if I was ready for it??
How many percent from 1-100 % you want it? I told him 100% and I m ready. He is started asking me all kinds of questions about my diet.
After all those years, I thought that what I believed was healthy and what I put in my body was proper, but I had no idea that it wasn t so wrong and why my dieting efforts never worked.
I had an hour session with Dave and learned about what should I eat and what not to eat to keep my weight off and stay healthy. (not just foods for dieting, but learning how to eat healthy for life!!!)
I started eating healthy and exercising on May 05/18. after 8 weeks, I started to see the results and fully realized what I had learned from Dave was working - it really work!!!!!.
I lost 15 lbs in 10 weeks by eating in a healthy manner and exercising. I now have more energy. I was always tired and sleepy most of the time.
I now realize it is all about what I eat and how I exercise.(no short cuts). Believe me, I have tried it all.
This approach worked wonderfully for me and people around me noticed that I lost weight and looked healthier and more energetic.
I have enjoyed every food I made the way Dave advised me and guided me.
I don t know how many time I thank Dave for changing my my life.
I have Changed my lifestyle to eating healthy for life.
Thanks again Dave.You are the best!!!And I mean it.
Apple Lampson

Great place for a terrific workout. The trainers are knowledgeable, friendly and focused on helping you reach your goals. It's like your own private gym as its seldom overly crowded and the equipment is current and very well maintained. If you're looking for a environment free from the meat market, loud grunting atmosphere of big box gyms, then this is your place.

I had driven past the center that Custom Bodies Fitness is in quite a few times. I finally stopped in one day. I was greeted with a big smile and an energetic "hello" by Brantzen. I expressed that I was interested in working with a personal trainer. He gave me a tour and explained the options of personal training packages available. I felt at ease from the first moment I stepped inside CBF. The gym is clean and not overcrowded as I have found many gyms in Irvine to be. I am thoroughly enjoying my sessions with Brantzen. He is knowledgable and has a positive energy. He motivates me and above all, he is patient with me. Thank you CBF and Brantzen for welcoming me into your family!

I've been a member at Custom Bodies Fitness since 2009. The staff has always been extremely friendly, and always greet me by name. Custom Bodies is a great gym, it's a nice place to work out. It's not high pressured or intimidating like some of the big gyms, and it's never too crowded. They have everything I need, and the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff really makes a huge difference. Because of Custom Bodies, I've been able to reach my fitness goals, and I've gained quite a few pounds of muscle, which is a big deal for me being a runner most of my life.

Over the years I have tried several gyms and always gave up on them. Dave and his staff at Custom Bodies Fitness changed that. They are always friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. If you want to work on your own, train with a trainer or attend some of the various classes the staff always greets you with a friendly smile and is there to help with anything you need. I could not be happier with a gym than at Custom Bodies.

I've had a bunch of trainers and been a member at many gyms. I've stayed with CBF for about 5 years for several factors:

1) Staff is genuinely concerned about your health and goals - Both Scott and Dave are great trainers I work with
2) The smaller gyms allow me to create better relationships with the staff - this ultimately creates a better motivational environment for me
3) Not crowded, plenty of workout gear and machines so I'm not waiting around
4) Customized training plans that take into account your activities
5) Major focus on flexibility and balance (most trainers at other gyms just go for strength)
6) I've suffered from many sports injuries, having trainers that know your history, skill level, and the appropriate limits is key. They also have a great physical therapist Manny on site.

Give 'em a try!

I've been with CBF since 2006. The trainers are all knowledgeable and actually care about getting the results you're looking for. I'd go here over any other gym around because you're not waiting in line for the equipment you want. Just watch out for that Dave guy who owns the place, he might actually get you in shape.

love this place! clean, friendly environment and no waiting for equipment! this is not a meat market!

I am a 66 year old woman and I guess you could say that I am late bloomer.
At 65 I wrote a book and in that same year I also decided to get fit and healthy.

Exercise has never been part of my life so I had no idea where to begin.
I visited a few gyms that just didn t fit and then I discovered Custom Bodies Fitness and met Dave, the owner.
He talked to me about exercise, personal training and nutrition.
I told him it probably wouldn't work but I made a six-month commitment to exercise and nutrition counseling.

One year and 25 pounds later I'm still at it. My blood pressure is down, my pulse is lower and all of my blood work is perfect. My doctor says to continue with whatever I am doing as it is working.Dave started out with my trainer and is now my trainer and my friend. In addition, the staff at CBF is knowledgeable and friendly and the gym had a homey, comfortable feel.

If this process can work for me it can work for anyone. I have Dave and CBF to thank for my new body, great health and my renewed energy. I wake up each morning without pain or stiffness and can now keep up with my 3 young grandchildren.

I highly recommend CBF to anyone of any age who wants to become healthy and fit.

This is probably one of the more lengthy reviews I've written before but that's just because there is so many good things to say about Custom Bodies!! I highly recommend this personal training group!! I recently had 2 kids 15 months apart and was looking for help losing my baby weight. I work as a physical therapist so I'm very familiar with the body and exercises but was lacking the motivation.
I first signed up for the jumpstart program and was hooked! The jumpstart program was great for me to recognize where I was at physically and for my trainer to determine my fitness level. We hit on everything from lower and upper body strength to coordination and agility as well as core strength and endurance. I worked with Mark in my jumpstart program and then signed up for private sessions. The sessions have been great! Mark is very knowledgeable and motivating, the workout routine is always a little bit different and he pushes me every workout! Mark has also provided me with workouts to do on the days I don't see him as well as great nutritional advice.
Dave is the owner and also a trainer and nutritional specialist. Although I never personally trained with him, he was very helpful at answering any nutritional questions and was great with working within my budget. All the trainers here are very committed to your success! Since starting in February I've lost 15 pounds and 10% in body fat!! Highly recommend for anyone wanting to lose weight, gain strength, tone up, and gain more energy!!

Note: Be sure to google ABC Financial, their billing company. There are many consumer complaints against ABC Financial.

Dave will tell you that you can cancel your membership at any time and that you are signing a month-to-month membership agreement, but then you are locked in for a year! They refuse to deal with you, and pass you on to their billing company. Buyer beware!! No matter what Dave or anyone else says, if you don't have it on a piece of paper when you leave, don't believe it!

Be especially aware of any personal training/nutritional counseling package that you purchase! The contract will auto-renew every month, even if you have sessions left, with no notification to you. There are no refunds.

Also, they have gym equipment that sits around completely broken for months at a time. They only have 2 traditional Precor machines, and one is almost always broken.

I would not recommend this gym to anyone!

What originally attracted me to the gym was its small size and the friendly staff. However, they must be facing difficult times, because they took advantage of me completely.

I really enjoy this gym for many reasons!! First the owner Dave is so kind and patient with me and understands my goals. I know he's very knowledgeable and will help me reach my goals. Secondly the gym is a perfect size and I'm 100% comfortable! If your looking for a trainer who will help lose weigh and keep it OFF or just want a easy gym this is the place!!

I can't say enough good things about Custom Bodies Fitness. I have belonged to a few different health clubs in my years and never have I felt so comfortable than when I walk into CBF. But for me, it's more than about feeling comfortable. It's about the attention I feel from the staff at CBF. The owner, Dave, is a gem to work with. He is incredible kind & patient. Which for me, is a must :) And getting to know him & a little about his background, I definitely feel confident in my own abilities to make changes in my own body - and overall health. I've even learned more about nutrition & how what I'm choosing to eat can affect my body, and hinder my progress. I've learned, it's not about dieting, but choosing a better diet. Thank you, Dave! You are amazing!!!

I went to Custom Bodies Fitness with my mother, who is in her 60's and who is a personal training client of the owner, Dave. She's been working out with Dave for a few months now and has gotten great results - she's getting stronger and has lost 25 lbs or so, and more importantly, is exercising regularly for possibly the first time in her life, or at least in the last 20 years or so! Dave created a great workout for us to complete together - he picked exercises that we could both do, and then set the appropriate loads so we would both be challenged. The exercises were innovative and effective, and it was great to see my mom doing planks! Dave is a great motivator - he pushes just enough to get things done, but isn't yelling and screaming at you.

This wouldn't necessarily be MY first choice in a gym, since it lacks some of my favorite equipment (rowing machine, kettlebells and squat rack, for instance), but if you're a fan of cardio machines (bikes, treadmills) and machine-based weight training (as well as some basic free weight stuff) then this gym seems great - it wasn't crowded at all when we were there in the late afternoon, and is very nicely maintained.

In short, I wouldn't hesitate to wholeheartedly recommend this gym, and Dave as a trainer, for anyone of my mother's age who's looking to get fitter, stronger and healthier. Dave has a great attitude and is very motivating.

The owner Dave is not honest. He was in financial difficulty with original location no air conditioning and equipment failures...and strung members along then suddenly closed doors with no warning. An email blast was sent out that he reopen bigger and better??? and better was the reason for the move. no explanation why members woke up to locked doors. ths new location is just a squared off section of a volleyball/basketball training center for youth sports complex. its the size of a court with just netting separating the weights from courts. kid noise at peak hours. no showers no water unless you walk across courts. no cardio equipment was brought over. Dave continued to charge everyone on their automatic deduction. many members in our neighborhood are having trouble getting ending the membership still

stay away from this place

I love CBF. I ve belonged to lots of gyms in the past and this is by far my favorite. It has a family feeling to it rather than a big chain feel. I take Silver Sneakers classes during the week even though I m not yet a silver sneaker (age 65). The instructors make the classes so much fun that it doesn t even feel like I m there for exercise. And yet, I m getting a great workout. I leave there sweating as much as I sweat in a non-silver sneaker class. Another thing I love is how reasonable the cost is. I ve paid much more for so much less!

The gym is hot there doesn't seem to be any air conditioning.

To attend the classes in the side room is like being in a sauna.

Extremely nice and helpful staff and very clean facility. I love how this gym is such a family environment, unlike other overcrowded and impersonal gyms. Custom Bodies helped me get in great shape and I have never felt better about myself.

I've been coming here for a couple of years now, and I am down almost 40 pounds. I couldn't have done it without the help and Dave and his staff. They have a hands on approach and pay special attention to technique. I can't recommend them enough.

I've been at the gym for over a year now. I like how it's independently owned and operated, has knowledgeable staff and is not overly busy like many of the mega clubs. The gym offers great equipment and reasonable rates. It's a great gym in Irvine.

I LOVE Custom Bodies Fitness!!!!
Everyone is so friendly and helpful. All the staff go out of their way to make sure you have a great experience and get a great work out. I have been to many different gyms over the past 25 years and none of them come close to the service you get at Custom Bodies Fitness. I feel like part of the family. I recommend you try Custom Bodies Fitness over any other gym, hands down.
Keep up the great work guys !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My experience with Custom Bodies has been phenomenal. I was a client about 15 years ago and I transformed my body, my eating habits and my entire attitude about a health, fit lifestyle. Since retiring about three years ago, I realized I needed to rekindle that feeling with the very trainer I had at Custom Bodies. Their knowledge of the human body, how it works and how you can discover your best self through well-researched fitness training, thoughtful nutrition instruction and continuous work on mental strength and focus can and WILL work for anyone. I believe in this company and give it my highest recommendation.

I had some issue with the membership. Dave called me and straightened everything out. I think CBF is takes care their customer very well. 5 stars!

I came in for a free three day trial + free personal trainer session with Patrick Mora. It was a great session that really started my fitness journey. Patrick was very motivating and supplemented the main exercises with stretches and tips. The staff was very helpful and not pushy at all. I would definitely recommend the three day trial and ask for Patrick!

Dave at Custom Bodies Fitness is one of the best trainers and owners I've ever met. When he is working with me, I can really tell that he truly cares about results. I highly recommend this facility!

My experience at Custom Bodies has been great. I wouldn't go the gym if not for my training sessions, which have effectively rid me of my flabby arms. The sessions have even made me, in one friend's words, "buff". I am really grateful to Dave and his team, and this great local gym.