Facilities are clean and well-maintained, somewhat sparse and expensive but this is Santa Monica, after all. So why the one-star? Because of the personnel. I asked for a 1-day prorate because on 12/13/14, there is a seminar on which the gym is closed to the public, and there was no time when I would be able to come in. Seems reasonable, right? Not for the staff here! They immediately- And I mean between sets immediately- CANCELED MY MEMBERSHIP. My sins? Not properly "respecting" the gym, including forgetting to move a handle away from the cable fly machine when I was done, and moving a bench away from the same without remembering to put it back. Receptionist made sure to tell me that she was "busting her ass" because of this. In other words, exactly what everyone forgets to do 10% of the time. A ridiculous and childish reaction.

Started going to AFP last spring with a lot of neck and back issues, along with a bunch of other problems. I had seen 4 different chiropractors and 3 different physical therapists over the past few years with out any relief. After only a few weeks i felt better than i had in years. They also showed me different releasing, stretching, and training i could do on my own to improve my condition and prevent any further injury. I got all the nutrition, diet, and exercise help that I needed just form AFP performance. Love this place!

The best there is. I have had severe low back pain for 14 years. I have seen at least 6 doctors, four physical therapists, and all the rest. An MRI showed I had two bulged discs and a partial tear of a third. For the last five years sitting and walking for more than twenty minutes at a time was painful. Of course all of the doctors recommended surgery and I recently felt I had no other options. I never thought I would get better. In January things got worse when my back seized up so bad I was almost completely unable to move for three days. A friend told me to go see Peter Rouse at AFP and it has changed my life. I am completely pain free and feel better than I have in 14 years. It has been truly unbelievable. Peter has an understanding of the body that I have never encountered from the PT's and a far broader approach to healing than the narrow views of doctors. Through his manual therapy where he loosened up my back and immediately reduced my pain and his extensive strengthening exercises he has fixed the real problem and cause of all my back pain. I am now surfing, running, and swimming. Really enjoying life again as well as standing taller. I am totally pain free. I sent my father there for a knee problem and he fixed him as well. There is another review that explains in bit more detail their techniques. Alicia and Scott are great professionals who are always willing to share their knowledge and wisdom. My wife loves training with Alicia. Their knowledge on exercise, health, and healing is exceptional. I have never seen better. The gym itself is fantastic if you are looking for a place to workout. I'm at the gym all the time. Just come ask me how much I think they have helped me. I recommend anyone come see them.

At AF Performance I've been getting taught proper form on exercises that I had unknowingly been performing incorrectly for years! Chronic joint pain from important movements like bench pressing has disappeared. I can now work my abs without back pain. My posture, flexibility and energy levels are getting better. Their expertise in fitness is astounding! I wish I started working with them before I badly injured myself 6 years ago on a machine at my commercial gym. They explained why no one should ever work out on that machine! I thought I'd been eating a healthy diet but I learned how I needed to replace most of my food choices with healthier ones. As a result my skin cleared right up and I get deep restorative sleep instead of insomnia. They have me on an effective detoxification plan that is sure to help increase my lifespan and health span. Every appointment is an education! Plus they have very friendly pets that always encourage me to get that extra rep!

This gym is truly a hidden gem. I couldn't be happier to have found them. It is clean, not crowded and everyone is so incredibly friendly that you enjoy your experience every visit. This is definitely the spot for you if you're sick of boring gyms with cardio equipment and no results. If you are looking to learn how to REALLY train your body and address things like posture, prior injuries, and nutrition this is your one stop shop. Plus the manual tissue work they do is amazing! Never thought I would feel release from all the tension in my upper back. Thanks guys!