The athletic training I’ve been receiving at Matador this past year has given me a huge edge in my overall performance. My flexibility has greatly improved; strength of both upper and lower body has increased. It has made me a more effective junior athlete and gave my confidence a tremendous boost. Plus the gym has a great vibe, trainers are all very friendly and since the recent expansion the amount of training space is awesome.

I Love this place is everything one need to be fit and healthy. Profesional trainer top of the line very professional with great equipment is a great place. Everyone is friendly and well fit!!I’m glad and great full to have find this place . I would recommend to anyone. Go and check it out!!! 🙌🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️💪🏻💃

I’ve been training with Mike for just a few months twice a week at Matador Performance and must say I’m sold on this personal training thing. He is understanding and respectful about what my body can and cannot do; is a great listener and mindful when a workout is putting strain on the wrong areas. His routines are always varied which I appreciate because it makes me look forward to the next exercise session. The gym itself is great, has an inviting environment and other trainers there seem positive and motivating, just like Mike. Although I’m in my 60s I understand now that it’s never too late to start an exercise program to improve overall health; just wish Id started sooner. I’m growing stronger every day, improving my balance & already losing inches off my waist and hips. Can’t wait to see how my body will transform in the next 6 months with his professional guidance; I’m really excited about that.

For mothers day I bought online a 6 sessions promo pak. of personal training sessions from Matador for my wife and my daughter-in-law. They loved their training, their trainers and this gym so much that I purchased their first training package on the condition that they bought me a pak. promo package so I too could get in the action. I too was hooked. Although we each got matched with different personal trainers, all 3 of us are extremely pleased with their professionalism, expertise, value for services and our results so far are meeting with our original fitness goals and then some. We will continue training at this gym, more so now that they just expanded. Were excited to see and train with new equipment being put in. Thanks MPC for such a terrific gym so close to where we live & for all the great trainers you have working there.

Super cool private gym in Pasadena. My buddies Paul, Matt & I train three times a week with the best power and weight lifting trainer. He openly shares with us his extensive knowledge and expertise; were learning so much from him than just how to properly lift. Matador itself has a great vibe, always clean and the owners who run it always friendly and approachable. Highly recommend buying one of the gyms in-house promos for first timers; guarantee youll stay around for a while like we did.

I have been getting training at least 2 times a week at Matador Performance since it was less than 1/4 the size it is now. Lots of wonderful changes and upgrades but one thing remains constant & that is the quality of the professional trainers working there & the fine people who own & run the gym. I enjoy training there & my health is better for it too. A big THANK YOU!

Damn - Kinetic Kickboxing is an awesome workout class! Its the right amount of intense with a focus on proper form.Mike is a fantastic instructor with an immense amount of knowledge about all things kickboxing and fitness in general. Hes good about helping you adjust the workout based on your physical needs.Historically, I never enjoyed kickboxing because the various kicking movements aggravated my hips and knees, but Mike taught me proper form and continually adjusts movements so I stay in proper form. Now, I look forward to kickboxing because the movements feel better and I feel like Im executing the moves with a lot more power.The location of the class is in the newly renovated loft over a shared warehouse gym space and has plenty of street parking.TL;DR: If you want a high intensity, efficient workout that also teaches you proper kickboxing technique, definitely check out Kinetic Kickboxing!

Joe matched me with a cool athletic trainer 8 months ago and have noticeably improved my basketball skills; my team buddies say Im very lucky to have access to the additional support of a personal trainer. Thanks for making cost of my sessions so reasonable for my parents. I love the friendly environment, trainers and equipment at Matador Performance.

Complete equipment for whatever your goal may be. The only thing is that no hot water for the shower. Otherwise so far all trainers seem to be nice and welcoming.

I enjoy training with C at Matador and love the space. Gym reflects the remarkable vision of the ownership by providing clients with an amazing atmosphere where only the best personal trainers train and thrive. Highly recommend hiring a personal trainer there.

Dad bought me a promotional 6 pack of 1 hr sessions at Matador Performance to kickstart my physical fitness in preparation for school athletics. I was paired up with a really cool trainer. I’ve learned so much about how to exercise properly, how to use the vast array of gym equipment at this huge, 14,000 square feet facility and about the importance of making proper nutritional choices. He’s proved to be a motivating influence, knowledgeable professional and inspiring too... so much so that I’m thinking this is a profession that interests me in the future. Can’t believe I now have defined muscle tone, greater agility & stamina... it really has worked for me.. thank you P! and Matador for this cool place with so many training professionals; everyone here is really friendly... even other training clients.

A friend of mine from work introduced me to this place. She was getting trained by a personal trainer at the time. She recommended me for a visit of the facility and see it for myself. I hesitated sign up because of my physical disability. I was afraid how other people would look at me. it took me awhile to finally made an appointment and it has been the best thing I have ever done for myself.The facility is very well equipped with a wide range of top notch machines design to fit all fitness levels. The overall look of the facility is great, I love the sleek, industrial looking set up of the building itself but at the same time retain a fun looking pop art kind of feel to the facility. Its fun and vibrant.Matador was able to pair me up with a personal trainer to work with my disability. Training sessions were custom designed to meet my fitness level. Its been awhile since I first started here. I went from a size 4 to a size 0. Im eating healthier and Im definitely happier and stronger than I ever was before I made the life style changes. Its been a bless to find this place and I would highly recommended to anyone and everyone.If Matador was a gift, I would definitely wrap it up and give it to everyone I know and tell them Here, I want you to have this! This place is SICK!!! Im giving it two thumbs up!

The trainer is Excellent! Very limited parking, No locker rooms and bathrooms need to be expanded. Owner is constantly improving his gym!👍

As a independent fitness trainer, I was looking for a gym where I could have a team help me train JRT customers with great training and service. After several meetings with different owners in the Pasadena area, I met Joe Del Toro. He is the owner of Matador Performance and was the most genuine transparent person Ive met. He was welcoming and showed me and the team great hospitality in regards to our team search for a new gym to train clients . I highly recommend any personal trainer looking for a great gym/location Matador performance. The rates are the best in town, and the vibe is upbeat with lots of energy. Most importantly its very clean and spacious with all the tools youll need to have a great workout.

This place is the bomb! Environment is great... theres so much new equipment. Best gym in Pasadena, hands down!!!

I only have good words for this place. All the trainers are professional and really nice. Good installations and supplies.

Never got a call

Ive had memberships to all the big-name gyms in so cal over the last twenty years hoping one would be better then the last, but I was never satisfied. It was always the same old crowded, hot, dirty place with uninterested staff and managers who dont seem to care about you once youve signed the contract. I finally found Matador Performance Center through a friend and have been training here for the last 5 years and plan to stay. I can honestly say this is the BEST and the most WELL-RUN gym that Ive ever been to. No doubt it is because the owner is always on the premises and oversees operations. He is constantly making upgrades and improvements...even when it doesnt appear to be needed. The facility is extremely clean, modern, and has a motivating feel to it. A nice variety of new machines, free weights, cardio and exercise equipment. The mutual respect and camaraderie between the owner, the trainers, and the clients is obvious and refreshing to see. Each time I visit, my trainer makes me feel right at home and hands me a clean, white, Downey- fresh workout towel. What other gym does that?? I have had 3 different trainers here and they all have a passion about health and fitness and seem to truly care about my personal fitness goals and helping me reach them. Its also nice that they have never coerced or pressured me into training beyond what my budget and schedule allows. No long- term or complicated contracts either. I truly look forward to working out here as often as I can.

My daughter finally convinced me to come train at this private gym with her & her trainer; she wanted to save $$ with the duet training package. I was hesitant at first, Ive lead a sedentary lifestyle most of my adult life, felt stiff & was actually a bit intimidated. I could not have been more wrong about all that. I wish I had gone there sooner. Our trainer Daniel is terrific, hes patient, caring & very knowledgeable... I never felt better after just 6 months training. Id like to have a full hour with him for myself but moneys tight so I have to continue sharing with my girl. Thank You Daniel & MPC for taking such good care of us & for the great, spacious, clean space & environment youve created at MPC.

I normally dread working out but my trainings here are never dull or boring. Matador has many great personal trainers, quality equipment and are accommodating with variety in the music they play.

Great facility with great trainers and coaches. Always busy. You need a trainer to train here though.

Derek Pham. Nuff said.

My name is Erick and Im one of the Personal Trainers here at Matador Performance Center. My clients absolutely love this place!Theyve gotten great results training in this facility. MPC is the perfect gym if you want to take your fitness to the next level! The gym welcomes people from all populations. There is a positive atmosphere and they always play great music through the speakers, but the heart of this gym is the training staff. Trainers are extremely professional and well-educated. If you are looking for personal trainer, this is the place to hire one. We have state of the art equipment including Olympic Stations, Kettlebells, Power Racks, Sleds, Battle Ropes, medicine balls, Free Weights, and cable machines. We also have a heavy bag, uppercut bag, doubleend bag, and a water bag if you are interested in doing some boxing. There is continuous upgrades that keep the facility up-to-date and clean. Overall this is my favorite gym in Pasadena because I get the best workouts here. Stop by next time you are in the area and ask to schedule a free consultation with ERICK.

The best equipped personal training studio in the San Gabriel Valley

Good place to just work hard!

Best gym in pasadena!

Dr. Derek Pham.

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