“Training with Laurence over the last year has been a stellar experience. The workouts he creates are fun and challenging, and it's been amazing to see how much my fitness has improved since I've been working with him. He's professional and knowledgeable.”
No experience needed
Personal training for beginners in Santa Barbara — start where you are.
If you've never lifted a weight, walked into a gym, or worked with a trainer — you're in the right place. I work one-on-one, in private settings, with zero judgment.
Free phone consultation · Half-price first session ($60) · No contract
What people say on Google
4.9★ from 50 reviews
4.9
50 Google reviews“Laurence has been working with my 91-year-old mom for the past year, after she had been bedridden for over a year and a half. With his steady support and guidance, she's been able to start walking again and regain strength we didn't think was possible.”
“Laurence is a fabulous trainer and workout coach! As the owner of Rincon Fitness (now Key2Fitness) I watched Laurence help so many people (including my family) improve their strength and conditioning, all with the awareness for safety and proper form.”
Built for first-timers
- One-on-one only — no group classes, no crowded gym floor
- I teach every movement before adding any load
- Programs scale from zero to your goal — at your pace
- Most beginners feel different in 4 weeks, look different in 12
Frequently asked
- Am I too out of shape?
- No. Where you are now is the starting line, not a disqualifier. I've worked with people who hadn't exercised in 10+ years.
- What if I get it wrong?
- That's the whole point of having a trainer — I'll teach you the right movement patterns from day one so you don't build bad habits.
- Do I need to buy equipment?
- No. I bring everything for in-home sessions.
Start with a half-price session.
One hour, in person, $60. See if we click before committing to a package. Your home, a local gym, the beach, or a private studio — wherever fits your life.