Learn more about Fabien
"The Body Rebuilder"
I’ve lived my whole life in movement.
From the schoolyard soccer fields to wrestling mats, from leaping over defenses in European handball to chasing hundredths of a second around a track my body has always been my playground, my teacher, and sometimes, my enemy.
By the late ’90s, fitness became my obsession.
Aerobics, step, body pump, boxing, spinning you name it, I did it.
And like most trainers who started back then, I pushed hard. Maybe a little too hard.
At 30, I tore my meniscus. Over the years, I collected more “souvenirs” spinal injuries, shoulder tweaks, endless tightness. Add two beautiful kids and a few decades of living full speed ahead… and by the time I hit 40, my body felt like it was writing its retirement letter.
But something in me refused that story…
The Turning Point:
I realized that if I wanted to keep living the way I love, I couldn’t just train harder, I had to train smarter…
So I applied everything I had learned from years of education, continued mentorship, and hands-on experience in movement science and strength training directly to myself.
And it worked!
Background
My own body became proof of what’s possible when consistency meets the right principles:
- Mobility
- Strength
- Nutrition
- Sleep
- Emotional balance.
These became the foundation of how I rebuilt my body and later, how I’ve helped hundreds of clients do the same.
Because when you focus on what truly matters, your body doesn’t just recover, it evolves.
Why I Do What I Do
I built La Jolla Personal Training to help adults 40+ experience what I’ve learned firsthand: that your best physical years don’t have to be behind you.
With the right approach, you can move without pain, live without fear, and trust your body again even after decades of wear and tear.
Because I’ve been there. And I know how incredible it feels when your body finally says, “Let’s go again.”
Today
Now, I bring that philosophy to every client I coach at home, in their favorite park, or in a private studio.
My mission isn’t just to train bodies; it’s to restore freedom, confidence, and energy to people who thought those things were gone for good.
Whether you’re chasing your kids, catching that fast pickleball shot, or just waking up without pain for the first time in years that’s the kind of performance that truly matters.
Let’s start with your Private Mobility Assessment and get your body working for you again.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education
CREPS of Montpellier, France. Focus areas: Physical Preparation, Flexibility Training, Mobility Techniques, and Movement & Music Integration.
Certifications
- MobilityPro AB Formation
- Movement & Performance Therapy Specialist Rehab-U
- Movement Optimization for Prehab and Performance Level 1 & 2 Rehab-U
- Hydrocore Training Specialist Unconventional Republic
- Mat & Ball Pilates Instructor FitStudio
- Les Mills RPM / BodyFlow / BodyPump Instructor Les Mills International
- Seizure First Aid Ready 2.0 Epilepsy Foundation
Experience
- Performance Fitness Coach Surfing (WQS / Oakley Pro Team): Customized movement and strength programs for elite competitive surfers.
- Tennis Fitness Performance Coach French Tennis Federation: Worked with promising athletes aged 8 to 14 on mobility, strength, and focus.
- Performance Coach Jet Ski Professional Riders: Tailored training for endurance, stability, and injury prevention.
- Private Fitness & Health Coach: Guided clients across a wide range of goals from corporate teams and law enforcement units to active adults aged 10 to 86.
- Employee Wellness Programs EDF Employee Committee, 100% company: Delivered fitness and posture improvement programs in corporate environments.
“Movement mastery is the foundation of performance and long-term health.”
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
For the last year, I have been training with Fabien. I used to suffer from back pain but as I am getting stronger and healthier due to the coaching the pain is now gone. I highly recommend him as a personal trainer. He is very nice, has a good knowledge of the body, and adapts his training for your body pain to get the best results.
Aude B. (Interior Designer)
I have recently had a torn rotator cuff surgery on my shoulder. On holiday in SD from the UK and Fabian stepped in to help me maintain my recovery whilst away. He was so knowledgeable about my injury and how to exercise safely, within the boundaries of what I should be doing to increase mobility and build strength. I felt in extremely capable hands and he gave me lots of advice and support alongside the exercise plan. Couldn’t recommend enough. Thank you 🙏🏽
Sally D. (Finance Advisor)
I’ve been fortunate to work with Fabien for just over a year and am super lucky to have found such a knowledgable, motivating and enthusiastic trainer. Every day is something new which definitely helps with motivation. Stretching and core stability have been a focus during our sessions and within a month I was seeing huge improvements in my flexibility and range of motion. As the months have passed, we’ve focused on different areas weekly and I’m happy to keep working as each session brings something new. Fabien does a great job tailoring sessions to his customers needs and does it with a smile and a great sense of humor. I feel lucky to have found such a great trainer and person.
Shaun R. (Product Ingenior)
As a former athlete with a good amount of injuries who ended up – through my 30s and 40s – full-time at a desk & overly focused on my business, I ended up up with a daily hurt and a loss of self-care. Discovering & Hiring Fabien has been a godsent… his high skills + strong knowledge of the body’s structure and mechanicals have provided a winning combination of physical therapy and training that has allowed me to witness see rapid measurable results in fitness and flexibility without further injuries. I am highly recommending him. A life changer.
Ludo B. (CEO)
I’m not usually one to write Google reviews—in fact, this is my very first—but Fabian is worth an exception. I work a demanding job, which often keeps me behind a desk upwards of 10 hours a day, and over the years I’ve racked up more than a few injuries from 20+ years of daily surfing—knees, shoulders, neck—you name it. Some major, some minor, but the kind of stuff that compounds and only gets worse as time goes on.
Fabien has been no short of incredible. He strikes the perfect balance between motivating and supporting, pushing me not just in strength and cardio, but also focusing on the mobility I need to stay in the water. He goes above and beyond in every session, and what started as personal training has turned into a real friendship. Honestly, he’s surpassed every expectation I had.
If you’re considering training, don’t think twice. Fabien’s your guy. Couldn’t recommend him more highly.
Asher K. (Pro Surfer)
Fabien is simply the best, most professional and most effective trainer I have ever known. I have been exercising regularly now for more than 50 years and thought, based on my experience, I knew more than any trainer. But I could not have been more wrong. Fabien knows every muscle in the body and can exercise each of them in many different ways. He customizes each session based on how you feel and what needs work, while at the same time building a solid base of overall fitness. I highly recommend Fabien!
Fred H. (Lawyer)
Best trainer ever… Fabien has changed my entire mind about what I eat, making the process so incredibly simple and explaining it in a simple way. I love the way that he approached our training together. He understands the body very well, but quickly understood things about my lifestyle, way of thinking, body type and what we could do in terms of physical training and food management to make changes. He seriously made the process simple. I am not killing myself to eat right, or exercise but I am seeing very rapid results, and an entire change in my health. I can not say enough about how well this is going, and I would want anyone who is considering help in improving their health to contact him and consider working with him. He is doing everything right. Thank you Fabien!
Kerri B. (Customer Care Specialist)
The Best Ever
After spending a lifetime being involved in health and fitness, going to gyms, and exercising with various teachers and trainers, I have finally been lucky enough to find the trainer that I wish I had had so very many years ago. Fabien’s unique method and skills make me realize that the exercises promoted by all the others I have known are sloppy and ineffective. He is so precise and exact in how he has me position myself and move correctly that I am always amazed at how I am gaining so much strength and energy with such simple but exact effort, even at this late age! It is a real workout with real results. Fabien is truly a fitness treasure!
Marsha P. (Retired Scientist)
Being an executive in the corporate world is no easy job and puts a lot of stress on your mind and body. After decades of that regimen, I decided to refocus on my wellbeing and invest in myself with the help of a personal trainer. I have now been training 3 times a week for 3 months with Fabien and this is one of the best decisions I made this year. Fabien is a real pro at his craft but he also is quite compassionate. We all have weak points like a bad shoulder or a bad knee. As a coach, he took me where I was and helped me progress safely, session after session, and checking on me the next day. Now I have way more strength, agility, endurance and I am looking forward to each session as it feels they go by in a heartbeat. Having Fabien as a coach is the best gift you can give to yourself!
Catherine M. (Executive Coach)
I want to write this review so that potential clients know what a great trainer Fabien is! I believe he is the essential ingredient if you want to tone up, learn a healthier lifestyle or gain muscles. Fabien designs a personalized program to fit your needs and goals. You can really feel his skills, experience and deep knowledge of fitness.
He has a very positive and motivational approach to helping you to reach your goals. He shares great nutritional guidelines and tips. Always on time, Fabien brings the gym to your place so no excuse to skip a session!
Ben R. (Financial Senior Manager)
Fabien is a dedicated fitness coach. He is constantly customizing and adapting the workout to my needs. After a busy workday, it brings me back energy. My energy level and fitness have increased during regular bike rides.
Jeff V. (Technology Senior Director)
I have been working with Fabien for a couple months now and can say I have never felt better. Fabien is a wonderful trainer who keeps you engaged in testing ones self in a positive matter. Support is felt through out each session while also maintaining a general air of motivation. I would immediately recommend his skills to anyone looking to get into shape with a one on one personal experience.
Cody K. (Accountant)