Mansion Fitness

I am back at Mansion Fitness after shoulder surgery had me out of the gym for several months. I went to physical therapy for a bit but did not feel I was receiving the adequate activity that my body needed to recuperate from the injury. I initially spoke with the head trainer, CJ, who matched me up to train with Daniel Rice. Daniel has an uncanny ability to understand what the body is going through and how to work to correct it. Incorporating both manual and physical therapy practices to our workouts, Daniel has gone above and beyond to make sure that I am comfortable with what I am doing and not only attaining my goals, but striving to go beyond what I think I can do.
As you can imagine, it is extremely tough both mentally and physically to get back in the gym after an injury. However, with a trainer as good as Daniel and a little determination, you will be back feeling 100% before you know it.

By far the nicest private training gym in the weho/​hollywood area. Darren, the owner, runs a very professional business that is clean, functional and also beautiful. Since this is a private only gym, all members are with trainers and the gym is never super busy and the trainers are friendly and respectful of others using the facility. If you’re looking for a place to personal train in LA, this is the place to be.

Beautiful gym !! Nice & clean. Great selection of equipment for women & men training. Best by far !!

Three reasons why this is the best personal training gym in all of Los Angeles.
1. The Staff
2. Chandeliers
3. Darren

fact: seth is the best!!!

To be very honest… didn’t have the greatest experience joining this gym… and here is my list of several things, coming from someone really easy to please:) Lets start with no where to park situation. I have received tickets for parking on the street, simply forgetting and staying a little longer – while non members park in the few spots that are for the gym members… Iv seen it with my own eyes–
Or how about the trainers using a few of the lockers that are suppose to be for the use of members only. Or how about how Iv seen some people work out with out shirts. really not necessary and have never seen that this far… oh and no air conditioning, always smells awful on the lower floor. Music is horrible. Not enough equipment for everyone to use. Very small gym in my opinion and that may be obviously that way for a reason, but a trainer shouldn’t have to change a work out because certain machines are taking. perhaps they never expected it to be over capacity. And most importantly towards the end I had issues with my account being that they are so unorganized with everything I literally had anxiety having to go and look to make that I didn’t pay when I wasn’t being charged because they don’t know how to deal with clients who pay with cash. I had literally asked several times

Lana is the best.

I love this gym.
The front desk staff is incredibly kind and helpful.
The equipment is top notch and the space is always clean.
Would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a luxurious private training experience.

Mansion is a beautiful gym… but find Mario Chin. I have been working with Mario for the past 6 months. I would follow him anywhere. He is the most knowledgeable and dedicated trainer you will ever meet. Every workout is different which keeps his sessions fun and exciting. He will push you further than you thought you could ever go. He customizes his workouts around what he knows each client likes and will get the most out of. He is encouraging and incredibly motivating. Mario is organized, always on time and always has everything set up and ready to go. I’ve never left a session not drenched in sweat and totally beat. in Love!!!

The trainers are one thing, they are mostly independent, so this review is about the facility only.
They shot a porn here during the middle of the day in the boot camp room. Their boot camp girl monopolizes large areas of the gym for her clients only, and is incredibly rude about it. They have started pumping nausea-​inducing perfume thru the vents. One of the owners curates a playlist of the worst EDM and dance music you have ever experienced.

Mansion is great — Find Seth G
There is simply nothing ordinary about Seth G.
He saved my life, literally.
If you are looking for one of the best athletes in the country or trainers with complete understanding of the body, more than your physicians at times then look no further. If your looking to loose weight or to strengthen your body, mind, or diet you have found the right trainer just look at him and see what a body can be. Be prepared to discover what you are really capable of and say goodbye to your normal trainer.
Nothing is ordinary about Seth he is extraordinary. He gives you confidence and at the end of your workout you feel like you have battled the world and won. His sense of humor, comes in handy where your trying to get through the last reps.
I have worked out with trainers for a good part of my adult life. Many of them are well renowned but none of them have come close. He has made my mind stronger not just my body.
After years of success in sports I started to loose my health over a muscle disease. After years of suffering when I thought it could not get worse it did. I woke up to a nightmare and the only time I was not in pain was sleeping, which became my favorite thing.
At 33 I needed a cane to simply walk.
10 doctors
30 medications
6 physical therapists
No relief and ready to give up on life.
I came to Seth with a rather crazy idea. Lift weights and manual stretching.
We developed a plan, first we walked a block the next day more. Push ups– I simply could not understand how but we did them. Sit-​ups came next. I would take some medicine but after weeks I pulled back in fear but it worked. I was walking faster I was getting stronger and as the muscles grew stronger the pain lost ground. I went from 90 pain pills to 20. I lost 22 pounds. I am probably the strongest I have been. I can run, I don’t play sports but together we do things in the gym that you can see people going — wow.
Clap pushups, dragging a dumb bell across the gym flipping boat rope, push ups with your feet on the wall, we do it all.
Seth’s creativity is amazing. I often think can I even do this. Almost every exercise is core work out. If I have a bad back day we go to yoga. His understanding of massage the body and sense of what we can and can’t do are nothing short of brilliant.
In the end you to don’t have to believe me ask my doctors at UCLA who could not recommend Seth more.

Great gym! The trainers are great and I have seen amazing results over the last few months! I highly recommend this place.

The Mansion has everything you need to get fit… from heavy lifting equipment to ropes to trx to balls and bosu… and awesome trainers to make you use them. unique hollywood glam makes it interesting… from the velvet skull wallpaper and crystal chandeliers to the black lights and silver chaise lounge… you’ll never want to work out in a big box again. #strongcamp #bestself #strongFitnessMag #onaquest #cleancheat

I love this place and the trainers… well, especially my trainer. I’m one of those who’s actively fit and loves outdoors sports and needs to workout, but I get a little intimidated at regular gyms (was a member of 24, Equinox and Crunch). Here, there’s no room for intimidation. Everyone who’s is here, with their one-​on-​one trainers, all have separate goals… so wherever you are on your road to your personal goals, it doesn’t matter to anyone else but you and your trainer. This place is freakin spotless, too, with top grade equipment and the trainers do more than just count your reps – they really guide you in everything from nutrition to muscle development (I always wanted abs).
If you’re looking for real development and serious about meeting your fitness goals, Mansion Fitness is the place to go. Sometimes just going to the gym 2 – 3 times a week by yourself just isn’t enough… especially if you don’t know what you’re doing to yourself. It could be damaging. Be smart and get real fit. Definitely recommend going to Mansion!
Oh, and I’m bicoastal. From LA and live in NYC now but always back and forth. When I was in LA, I went three times a week.

Prior to Mansion Fitness I had basically never set foot in a gym in my life and through 2 months it has been a great experience. My trainer (Derrick) has been very effective and encouraging and I have made meaningful progress in a relatively short amount of time. I am never bored — every time I go we do something different, from «normal» things like pushups and bench press to more innovative workouts involving TRX, olympic-​style rings, etc.
The facilities are modern and clean, and as the gym is personal training only there is never a problem finding a machine or piece of equipment to use. The décor creates a very modern and classy aesthetic, and the music is upbeat and varied. There’s a small parking lot behind the building but I always park on the street nearby and it has never been a problem.
Overall it has been the perfect experience for me so far and I would recommend this gym and its trainers to anyone.

There is simply nothing ordinary about Seth G.
Seth Gottesdiener.
He saved my life, literally. oh and I lost 22 pounds and no longer walk with the help of a medical device.
If you are looking for one of the best athletes in the country or trainers with complete understanding of the body, more than your physicians at times then look no further. If your looking to loose weight or to strengthen your body, mind, or diet you have found the right trainer just look at him and see what a body can be. Be prepared to discover what you are really capable of and say goodbye to your normal trainer.
Nothing is ordinary about Seth he is extraordinary. He gives you confidence and at the end of your workout you feel like you have battled the world and won. His sense of humor, comes in handy where your trying to get through the last reps.
I have worked out with trainers for a good part of my adult life. Many of them are well renowned but none of them have come close. He has made my mind stronger not just my body.
After years of success in sports I started to loose my health over a muscle disease. After years of suffering when I thought it could not get worse it did. I woke up to a nightmare and the only time I was not in pain was sleeping, which became my favorite thing.
At 33 I needed a cane to simply walk.
10 doctors
30 medications
6 physical therapists
No relief and ready to give up on life.
I came to Seth after talking to my doctor at UCLA with a rather crazy idea. Lift weights and manual stretching.
Seth developed a plan, first we walked a block the next day more. Push ups– I simply could not understand how but we did them. Sit-​ups came next. I would take some medicine but after weeks I pulled back in fear but it worked. I was walking faster I was getting stronger and as the muscles grew stronger the pain lost ground. More blocks more walks. I went from 90 pain pills to 20. We started jogging, then a little faster. I lost 22 pounds. I am probably the strongest I have been. I can run, I don’t play sports but together we do things in the gym that you can see people looking like — those guys are nuts.
Clap pushups, dragging a dumb bell across the gym flipping boat rope, push ups with your feet on the wall, we do it all.
Seth’s creativity is amazing. I often think can I even do this. Almost every exercise is core work out. If I have a bad back day we go to yoga. His understanding of massage the body and sense of what we can and can’t do are nothing short of brilliant.
In the end you to don’t have to believe me ask my doctors at UCLA who could not recommend Seth more.

Over the years I have tried various trainers and have (for the most part) been disappointed. Either the gyms that they use are drab, the routines are repetitive and dull or they are unable to motivate me. So, it was with some skepticism that I made an appointment to meet with Derrick Inglut at Mansion Fitness. Where to start?
Firstly, I was amazed at the space that Derrick and Darren have created. From the hardwood floors, to the Swarovski crystal chandeliers to the new and varied types of equipment. I decided to sign up for a month of training with Derrick to see how things worked out. That was 2 months ago and I am happy to say that I am a client for life! Derrick is without doubt the best trainer that I have ever been with.
In just two months I have seen my body change to the point where everybody is commenting. The sessions are always varied and interesting and we almost never do the same exercise twice. More importantly I find myself having fun and looking forward to my next session.
Derrick also has me use an app that emails him every day with a list of what I have eaten and the calorie count. Every day I get an email back from Derrick with helpful hints and comments on my diet.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Mansion Fitness and Derrick to anyone looking for a high class personal training experience.

A gym is an intimidating place. As a transplant from the East Coast, I had never felt so self-​conscious about myself until I moved to the city of Angels. It would only be weeks before I succumbed to the inevitable need to «fit-​in».
That’s when I stumbled across Mansion Fitness. I mean, who could resist a double-​take when you scroll thru the pictures on the website. My initial reaction was «what the hell?» and «why is there a chandelier above the bench press?» Luckily, curiosity got the best of me and I set up a meeting with not just any trainer, but one of the owners Derrick Inglut.
Our initial consultation went well, and I signed up for a month or two. Almost 6 months later, I am still training with Derrick and have realized it was one of the best decisions I could have made. He has truly motivated me to get my ass off the couch and into the gym. More importantly, he has taught me countless exercises that I can now take with me elsewhere and not look like a damn fool. I can’t recall us duplicating but a handful of exercises in all that time– truly incredible. I have learned that a proper fitness plan is largely based on diet, and my body has thanked me with more energy and stamina.
The gym itself is housed in a beautiful old brick building, the equipment is brand-​spanking new, always clean and in working order. The owners really take pride in the gym, continually upgrading the facility to the highest standards. There is certainly no intimidation factor here, as only trainers and their trainees can use the gym. Never once had to «wait» for equipment or deal with «crowds». A current expansion has added more parking spaces in the back, otherwise street parking is always easy enough to find.
Ultimately, I have learned thru my journey at Mansion that maybe Angelenos are on to something. I have learned that fitness is about feeling good from within, feeling healthy, and feeling energetic both physically AND mentally. So while the stereotypes about folks from LA being gym-​going-​fitness-​freaks may exist, I think the joke is on everyone else.
Thanks Mansion Fitness!

Love the atmosphere of this «gym»! Warm and inviting, helps me concentrate on working out. Music selection is always pleasing and never feels too crowded. It’s personal training only which ensures no one is wasting time occupying equipment. I’ve been working out with Brent for about 6 weeks and my results are amazing. He focuses on achieving my goals in a healthy way and ensures my proper diet by tracking my meals via iPhone app! Brent also holds a couple TRX classes weekly and they are a lot if fun, but don’t let that fool ya, they are hard and really push your strength, flexibility and cardio limits. I highly reccomend Brent and this «gym».

This gym is a totally new experience in the world of private gyms. The facilities are clean, welcoming and classy. How many gyms do you go to with chandeliers? All the equipment is new, well organized and perfect for all types of workouts.
The trainers are extremely nice and helpful, after an hour training session, your gonna feel the workout. When I say hour, I mean a whole hour, not cut short or taken up by small talk like so many other places.
The non-​judgmental and exclusive feel are perfect for the individual wanting to step it up a notch or just starting out. It doesn’t have that corporate, pressured, uncomfortability of the large chain gyms.
I would recommend this gym to anyone who is looking for a low profile, high quality, and really enjoyable place to workout. I would say Mansion Fitness embodies the 4 seasons/​Ritz-​Carlton values and service making it a cut above the rest.