Personal Training

Santa Monica Proper Hotel

Personal Training in Santa Monica

At Santa Monica Proper we have elite personal trainers available for booking. Whether you’re a seasoned fitness-aficionado, or just getting started, our trainers have the expertise to create a personalized program for your fitness goals.

Dylan Knight

With 16+ years of experience, Dylan Knight is a NASM-certified personal trainer specializing in strength training, muscle building, fat loss, and assisted stretch therapy. His evidence-based approach combines progressive strength training with mobility work to help clients move better, perform at their best, and build lasting results.

Dylan designs fully customized programs tailored to each client’s goals, fitness level, and lifestyle — whether that’s transforming body composition, improving athletic performance, or simply feeling stronger and more energized day to day.

Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) · OPEX Coaching Professional · Certified Stretch Therapist, StretchLab

Specialties
Personal Training · Strength & Muscle Building · Fat Loss & Body Composition · Assisted Stretch Therapy · Mobility & Flexibility · Athletic Performance

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JEN GASPER

With 30+ years of experience, Jen Gasper is a multi-certified elite personal trainer who has coached celebrities, professional athletes, and corporate wellness clients to peak performance. Her evidence-based approach integrates corrective exercise, functional movement, injury prevention, and sports performance training — delivering personalized programs that build lean muscle, reduce body fat, and improve mobility for lasting results.

Certifications
NASM CPT · NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist · NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist · NASM Nutrition Coach · FRC · FRCms · Kinstretch · AFAA CPT · AFAA Group Exercise Instructor · ISSA CPT · 200-Hr RYT · Institute for Integrative Nutrition · TRX Suspension Training

Specialties
Personal Training · Corrective Exercise & Injury Prevention · Strength & Muscle Building · Fat Loss & Body Composition · Functional Movement & Mobility · Sports & Athletic Performance · Nutrition Coaching · Corporate Wellness · Celebrity & High-Performance Clientele

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FAQ

Does Santa Monica Proper offer personal training?

Yes. Santa Monica Proper offers personalized one-on-one training with expert fitness professionals, including Dylan Knight and Jen Gasper. Each session is tailored to your individual fitness level, goals, and training preferences.

Who are the personal trainers at Santa Monica Proper?

Santa Monica Proper currently offers personal training with Dylan Knight and Jen Gasper. Dylan specializes in strength and muscle building, body composition, mobility, assisted stretching, and athletic performance. Jen brings extensive experience in personal training, corrective exercise, functional movement, mobility, sports performance, and nutrition coaching.

Is personal training suitable for beginners?

Yes. Personal training is designed for a range of experience levels, from guests beginning a new fitness routine to seasoned athletes looking to improve strength, mobility, body composition, or overall performance. Your trainer will create a program based on your individual needs and goals.

What can a personal training session focus on?

Sessions can be customized around goals such as strength and muscle building, mobility and flexibility, body composition, functional movement, athletic performance, and overall fitness. Training is personalized according to your fitness level, lifestyle, and objectives.

Where do personal training sessions take place?

Personal training takes place within Santa Monica Proper’s fitness facilities, featuring dedicated strength, cardio, and functional training equipment. The hotel’s fitness center is designed to support personalized training alongside its broader wellness programming.

How do I choose between Dylan Knight and Jen Gasper?

Choose the trainer whose expertise best aligns with your goals. Dylan’s approach centers on progressive strength training, assisted stretching, mobility, body composition, and athletic performance. Jen specializes in personalized strength and conditioning alongside corrective exercise, injury prevention, functional movement, mobility, sports performance, and nutrition coaching.

How do I book a personal training session at Santa Monica Proper?

Select your preferred trainer and use the Book a Session link on their profile to view availability and schedule your personal training session.

Can personal training be combined with other wellness experiences at Santa Monica Proper?

Yes. Personal training can complement Santa Monica Proper’s broader wellness offerings, which include fitness programming, Surya Spa, and dedicated Recovery Suites featuring a range of restorative and performance-focused experiences.