TESTIMONIALS
“I’ve been working with Danzel for the better part of the last five years, starting with group powerlifting classes and eventually leading to personal training and online coaching. Throughout each type of training I have always been impressed by Danzel’s preparation, knowledge, and calm demeanor. His coaching style focuses on sustainable and incremental improvements, positive reinforcement, and drilling correct form to prevent injuries, all things that align well with my goal to continue building strength as a 30-something.”
Danzel has been my coach and trainer for over four years. I have a history of injuries so his background as an athletic therapist was of particular interest to me. With his help and knowledge I have gone from someone with bad knees who could barely lift a barbell, to competing in powerlifting competitions. We now work together via hybrid online/in-person training. His feedback and customized programming have kept me motivated even when working out on my own, however I especially enjoy our in-person sessions because he makes it both challenging and fun!
Danzel has trained me for 6 years and my family, including my wife and teenage kids for 4 years and we highly recommend him as a trainer and athletic therapist. Always keeping the workouts fresh and the conversation flowing, we all enjoy our time with him immensely. Danzel makes a grueling workout fun, which seems nearly impossible but it’s true. We’ve all seen huge gains in our fitness and Danzel has worked around and helped us through our various injuries over the years. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second in hiring him whether you’re a gym regular with goals to take it to the next level, if you’ve taken a break due to injury and want to figure out how to get back at it, or if you’re a beginner. We love Danzel.
I started working with Danzel just as COVID descended upon us all. He was able to set me up with a home workout program that kept me physically engaged for the months we were all away from the gym. When we did get back together in person, he focused on my own specific “pathologies” (remnants of previous injuries/fractures), helping me to regain some muscle mass that I thought was gone forever (vastus medialis oblique in particular). His relentless pursuit of form and technique, adapted by his knowledge of anatomy and exercise physiology has been extremely helpful. Great sense of humor and fun. I really can’t recommend Danzel more highly.
“I came to work with Danzel after having spent a year of navigating strength training on my own. It was clear that I needed professional coaching to maximize my gains and to prevent injuries due to increased load with improper form. I was very anxious to take the step into a trendy gym but I booked an initial consultation and haven’t looked back since. Danzel has been amazing! He’s kind, supportive, non-judgmental and extremely knowledgeable. And given that he’s an Athletic Therapist he’s been able to guide me, on the spot, through stretches and form adjustments to address aggravated muscles so that I can complete my workouts. He has made every part of this fitness journey comfortable and enjoyable for me. I look forward to every session with him. Don’t get me wrong, he pushes me and challenges me, but all in the spirit of achieving the results that I’ve asked him to help me achieve.”
I have been training with Danzel for 5 years. He is a hardworking and very knowledgeable trainer who has helped me deal with long-term injuries and prevent further decline as a woman approaching her 70s. His weight training program has made me stronger physically and mentally.
I was very anxious about coming to the gym. Danzel is skilled, encouraging and gives the right amount of push. It has been a year and I am grateful for his support on my journey to get stronger and age the very best I can. Strength and resistance training with Danzel has changed my life!
I worked briefly with Danzel before COVID when I lived in Victoria. After moving back east, I tried different coaches and rehab approaches to get back in shape, but ended up with more injuries and limited results. When I found out Danzel was offering online coaching, I decided to give it a go.
In just three months, my chronic injuries (ankle, rhomboid, and shoulder) have significantly improved thanks to his laser focus on proper form. My strength has increased, and I feel like I’m back in the groove of my 30s!
His online coaching is effective. Danzel is responsive, provides thorough feedback on form, and suggests exercises/stretches to relieve tension or temporary pain points. His dual background in strength training and athletic therapy makes his approach both professional and highly effective for treating injuries and getting stronger. His method suits athletes of all levels, as he progressively adapts the training to safely build toward more challenging and demanding movements.
Danzel is also incredibly approachable and down-to-earth. He knows his stuff, but he never makes you feel intimidated. I strongly recommend working with him!
Eve Marsan
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