WHO WE ARE
ABOUT US
At Sessions Personal Training, we do things differently
Our unique approach combines semi-private personal training, customized workout programs, expert nutrition coaching, and recovery protocols—because real transformation isn’t just about lifting weights. It’s about training smarter, eating better, managing stress, and optimizing recovery so you don’t just change for a few months—you change for life.
Founded in October 2022 in Mar Vista, CA, our flagship location quickly became the go-to space for those who wanted more than just a workout—they wanted a clear plan, expert coaching, and a gym that actually cared about their progress. By March 2024, we expanded into Santa Monica, planting roots in the heart of downtown, a mecca for all things fitness.
We keep things fun, straightforward, and science-backed. Our team of expert coaches holds you accountable every step of the way, ensuring you’re not just showing up—you’re making real progress. Whether you’re training at our intimate Mar Vista location, central to Culver City and the Beach Cities, or our larger Santa Monica gym in the heart of LA’s fitness scene, one thing is certain: you’ll never have to figure it out alone. Welcome to training that actually works.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
OUR VALUES
sweat the small stuff
Stay Curious
Simplicity scales
WIFT
Show up
Start with yes
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You know that feeling when you finish a workout and suddenly believe you could conquer a small country? That’s because the work itself is the win. We don’t chase meaningless gold stars—we lift them, squat them, and press them overhead. Your transformation isn’t just about an end goal; it’s about finding joy in the process, showing up, and becoming a little stronger every single day.
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Description text goes hereHere’s a wild idea: if you said you want to get stronger, leaner, and feel amazing in your skin—then let’s actually do that. No getting sidetracked by fads, random fitness challenges, or your neighbor Karen’s latest crash diet. We train with purpose, with a plan, and with zero patience for distractions. Eyes on the prize, always.
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Description text goes hereStrength isn’t just about lifting heavy—it’s about resilience, discipline, and showing up even when you don’t feel like it. It’s about choosing to push through discomfort rather than taking the easy way out. Life doesn’t hand out participation trophies, and neither do we. You’re here to build the kind of strength that carries over into everything you do.
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Let’s be blunt—weakness isn’t just about struggling to lift a bag of groceries. It’s about being unprepared for life. It’s about not having the strength to protect yourself, the resilience to handle stress, or the durability to keep up with the things (and people) you love. We train because strength isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Weakness makes you vulnerable. Strength makes you unstoppable.
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Fitness doesn’t have to be a lonely, miserable grind. That’s why we do this together. We lift each other up, literally and figuratively, and hold each other accountable. When you train here, you’re part of a team that actually gives a damn about your success. No egos, no judgment—just support, sweat, and maybe a little friendly trash talk.
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Something brought you here. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stuck. Maybe you’re done wasting time on programs that don’t work. Maybe you just need a place where people believe in you until you believe in yourself. Whatever the reason—you’re here, and that means you belong. Now let’s get to work.
OUR Manifesto
THE GARAGE GYM
OUR HISTORY
In 2018, we converted a garage into a private training studio. Within a year, we were working 80+ hours per week, training back-to-back clients, and realizing that if we wanted to grow, we couldn’t do it alone. That’s when we started experimenting with semi-private personal training—a model that delivered personal training results while building a community of clients who thrived together.
When the world shut down in 2020, we were one of the only gyms still providing safe, outdoor training for our community. The “garage gym” movement took off, and soon we were helping other personal trainers build their own garage gyms and launch their own semi-private training businesses. But when gyms reopened in 2022, we saw that nothing had changed—fitness facilities were still stuck in the same cookie-cutter, cardio-heavy, one-size-fits-all approach. Nobody was embracing semi-private personal training, so we decided to be the one to fill the void.
That’s when we partnered with one of our longtime clients, Brian Galli, to open Sessions Personal Training—a gym built around science-backed strength training, recovery, and personalized coaching in a small group format. In October 2022, our first location opened in Mar Vista, CA. In March 2024, we expanded into Santa Monica, the heart of LA’s fitness scene.
Evan Flock
FOUNDER/OWNER
I never set out to open a gym—I set out to solve a problem. My philosophy is simple: Move better. Feel better. Look better. Since I started working in the fitness world 15+ years ago, I’ve seen a pattern of injuries, pain, and unsustainable training methods in the industry. I don’t just want to help people move—I want to help them move better, feel better, and ultimately look better in a way that lasts.
At the end of the day, my goal is to get people excited about strength in a safe, fun, and sustainable way. Personal training doesn’t have to be expensive, lonely, or intimidating. It can be affordable, social, and built to last. We are, after all, stronger together.
Outside of fitness, my first love is video games. My second is my family. I’m married to the strongest woman I know, Brittany, and together we have two incredible kids, Ivy and Calvin, plus a dog named Waffles (because, obviously).
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I started my fitness career 14 years ago as a yoga instructor, then moved into CrossFit and tactical strength and conditioning. That eventually led me to massage school, where I studied pain management, rehabilitation, and movement science under doctors, chiropractors, and physical therapists.
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I take a Socratic approach to fitness—I don’t pretend to have all the answers, and I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I ask questions, do the research, and guide my clients toward the best path for them. That’s why our programs prioritize mobility, pain management, and proper movement patterns before chasing aesthetics—because when you fix the foundation, everything else falls into place.
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In 2024, I took that philosophy a step further when I embraced medical intervention for weight loss. After struggling with my own weight fluctuations, I lost nearly 40 pounds in 4 months using a GLP-1 receptor agonist, combined with strength training and healthy eating.
Where most fitness professionals reject these medications, I see them as a game-changing tool—when used correctly, they can help people lose weight, keep it off, and build lifelong healthy habits. In 2025, Sessions Personal Training partnered with medical doctors in California to provide comprehensive weight loss solutions for clients who need more than just diet and exercise.
MEET THE TEAM
YOUR EXPERT COACHES
You team of coaches are educated in more than just personal training, they are qualified to guide you in comprehensive physical, mental, and emotional well-being
In fact, we are one of the first gyms with coaches who have completed Precision Nutrition’s Stress, Sleep, and Recovery Certification. We are proud to share healthy lifestyle education using materials sourced from the American Sleep Association, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.