Accelerate Sports Performance - San Francisco, California

Clovis Scotti

Whether you want medals, performance or just getting back to your passion, ASP seems like a bombproof way to get there.
I had ACL surgery last year (late 30s) and was referred to them by my PT. I’ve since been training with Hannah and the team. The results speak for themselves - and by results I mean actual podiums and medals. I snowboard, mountain bike and climb a bunch and the injury was quite the setback. With ASP’s help, within 5 months of the surgery I was back mountain biking, at 6 I was already pushing quite hard and at the 8 months mark I had my first Enduro race (🥉 in my CAT). I’ve since gotten some of my best results and in general been riding the best I ever have - I had no idea how much the full body conditioning & fitness would improve my riding. Even more impressive, I’ve since had some pretty epic, full speed crashes; stuff that me and any bystanders would just assume I’d be bodied and out for months. Instead, I’d get nothing but bruises. What that does to your confidence beats any medals. Thanks ASP!

PS: See you on Tuesday.. the work continues!

Heejoo Ko

I cannot recommend Accelerate Sports Performance and Jack as a personal trainer highly enough. I have hypermobility, fibromyalgia, and scoliosis, and I’ve had terrible experiences with trainers in the past who caused more harm than good because they did not have the specialized knowledge to accommodate my medical conditions. However, from our very first session, Jack came prepared with a deep understanding of my specific conditions and a well-thought-out custom plan to build functional strength in a safe and sustainable way, ensuring that I don't overexert or hurt myself while still making meaningful progress.

Jack’s attentiveness and support have been incredible. He has a remarkable ability to perceive the specific strengths and weaknesses in my musculoskeletal system, thanks to his extensive knowledge and experience. After each session, I leave with a better understanding of how my body works. After just two months, I've already felt noticeable changes in my postural stability along with reduced chronic back pain and subluxations, which I’ve been dealing with for years.

There's no gym quite like ASP in San Francisco, and it's absolutely worth the investment. If you’re looking for a trainer who genuinely cares, listens, and has the expertise to help you reach your goals safely and effectively, Jack is the person to see. His dedication to creating individualized plans and empowering his clients with knowledge is unmatched. Thank you, Jack and ASP, for helping me feel stronger and more stable in my body!

David Harrison

I joined ASP around 15 months ago by chance, largely based on the reviews and the fact I live close by. I'd recently had lower back surgery and came to ASP after spending months doing physical therapy and pilates as part of my recovery. While PT and pilates did help on the margins, the improvement was very slow and I had resigned myself to the fact I would never again be 100% pain free or able to use my body the same ways I could prior to injuring my back.

Within a few weeks of training at ASP using the customized workouts they created for me I was seeing massive improvements in my mobility, flexibility, strength and general ability to use my body that went far beyond what I had expected. They update my workouts every month to ensure continued improvement and the staff are all amazing.

Fast forward to today and I can basically do anything I want with my body pain free and at a similar level to prior to my injury. I don't think I would have gotten to this point without ASP and I would recommend them to anyone who is rehabbing a serious injury.

Ryan Tepper

I've been going to ASP on and off for the last 3 years and it is easily one of the best decisions I've ever made. Jack, Jared, and Hannah have helped me come back from a broken wrist, a few knee injuries, and various overuse injuries. Their approach to injury prevention and recovery is deeply rooted in full body biomechanics and research. As someone who appreciates approaches rooted in science and research, it's always great to talk about new papers and speak to the ASP team in a way that is both academic and clearly translates to the exercises prescribed.

I really enjoy getting a new program every 4 weeks. It really feels like you are making constant progress. For me, I find the first two weeks hard, on the third week I am noticeably stronger than the first week, and at the end of the fourth I'm ready to move on to the next program and continue my progress. This is easily the strongest I've ever been and the DXA lean mass numbers back it up.

I've tried all forms of training at ASP; twice a week, five+ days a week, and now remote training. Each has it's pros/cons. My favorite is definitely 5 days a week. At twice a week I find myself wanting to workout more frequently and remote training can be difficult in that most gyms aren't as well equipped as ASP. Even with that however, the team at ASP will modify the exercises for the equipment you have. They will also create travel programs for you which helps keep everything moving properly when you decide to go on that vacation or get sent somewhere for a job.

The addition of the sauna and cold plunge has been awesome. The sauna has been a great way to recover on the weekends or post workout, and the plunge is an amazing way to start your day. The ASP team will also prescribe specific sauna/plunge protocols for you depending on your particular injuries or goals.

Jack, Jared, and Hannah have built something truly unmatched at ASP, and they've managed to cultivate an incredible culture at the gym. All the members are friendly and respectful and the additional things they do like March Madness brackets and Fantasy football groups really make it feel like a community. I wish they had ASP everywhere because it really is the best investment you can make in yourself!

Andrew Toscana

If you want absolutely full-proof pre-hab and re-hab for the weak spot in your armor, ASP is the place to go. After tearing my ACL and meniscus in my early 40s I simply followed all the advice of my health care HMO provider. Though I was very disciplined about following the surgeon, orthopedist, and physical therapist guidelines, 10 months after surgery I had plateaued well short of a full recovery--and they could really only offer more of the same. So I went in for an evaluation with Jack and immediately experienced a different attention to details and a completely systemic approach to treating my injury. Our bodies are a system of systems, so it makes sense! There were of course months of hard work, but at every step along the way I knew Hannah, Jack, and Jared had my back in whatever way I needed it. Fast forward, I've been back surfing for several months and a few weeks back I surfed the biggest waves in 32+ months at my beloved Ocean Beach. It went quite well. I was hydrated, fueled, and properly (ASP-style!) warmed up. It was heavy, triple black diamond beach but there was a different confidence in my body and my mind I felt approaching those conditions than I ever had previously. Getting into the water I was relaxed but focused. The paddle out was comparatively easy. And out the back I can only say, felt cozy. I completed two steep-n-deep rides in under an hour, and sprinted back to other life commitments. In short, an accelerated performance. I can not express my stoke enough. Most important to getting to this point was all the strengthening, rehabbing, and empowering work I did with this incredible team in the gym. You're doing beautiful work in the world. So thanks.

Andrew

Hilda Ramos

I started on ASP's Nutrition program after seven months of working out in the gym and seeing great improvements in my strength and bad posture due to scoliosis. You can be the most physically active person, but if you do not address your nutrition and what you eat, you will not excel and frankly won't feel your best. I highly recommend ASP's nutrition program to up your game. Why? Like their training, it is specifically tailored to your needs:

1.) Jack will review the food and meals you normally eat, and customize a healthy eating plan unique to you with healthy foods and meals you can stick too. And new ones you will love!

2.) There is constant feedback and education on what you are eating. For example, I'm a big sauce person, and had no idea that there were harmful pesticides and chemicals in everyday condiments, and also much healthier alternatives.

3.) You need the support! Jack, Hannah, and Jared have your back, they will be there to answer all your questions, like what exactly a natural flavor is and what supplements and nutrients you need to compliment your specific eating habits.

If you want to change how and what you eat for the rest of your life, try the nutrition program, and see how it affects your body and how you perform in the gym.

Jade Cooney

Accelerate Sports Performance is a one of a kind gym. I’ve been a member for well over a decade and nothing quite compares. As I’ve encountered a few different injuries along the way in my fitness journey, ASP has always been able to meet my needs. Jared, Jack, and Hannah are dedicated, passionate, and make the perfect individualized program for you so you can reach your own best personal potential. With their hands on guidance and support, you learn so much about the proper mechanics, science, form, and brain connections that go along with each movement. I know far more about my body, my athletic strengths and weaknesses, and my overall physical health and well being thanks to ASP. Whether I am at ASP in San Francisco or overseas, I’m able to follow a program that is best for me and I am always happy with the outcome.

Sam Atwood

My experience at ASP has been an absolutely fantastic. I have not felt this good since before ACL surgery, and to be honest, I think this is the strongest my legs have ever been. More than that, Jack, Hannah, and Jared collectively created such a warm and motivating environment. The gym felt like home.

Beyond that, here is what stands out:

1) Jack, Hannah, and Jared are true professionals. They know their stuff cold and are masterful at explaining concepts. They are patient but will also push you to hit your athletic goals.

2) The gym has a great culture. You see many friendly faces, there is always great banter, and the vibes are excellent.

3) The facility is large and has ample equipment. You are rarely waiting to use anything and can get a great workout in at your required pace.

Whether you are looking to rehab an injury or simply improve performance, I could not recommend ASP more strongly.