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We Meet You Where You Are!

We Meet You
Where You Are!

Movement IS Medicine:
Move better, feel better!

schedule your consultation

We Meet You Where You Are!

Movement IS Medicine:
Move better, feel better!

schedule your consultation

At RFC movement is medicine. We utilize cutting-edge neuroscience and bio mechanics to expedite rehab, eliminate pain, help reduce injury and boost performance. RFC is a community that exercises intelligently to improve vitality, posture, organ function, and slow down the aging process.

Our Founder and Master Trainer, Rocky Snyder, is a nationally recognized and award winning speaker and author. Rocky hand selects our team of trainers and together they possess dozens of certifications and decades of experience giving our clients access to this life-changing secret weapon.

RFC, established in 1996, is located off Highway 1 near Capitola Mall on the Monterey Bay. The 1800-square-foot facility features a training studio with cardio equipment, two state-of-the-art stretch cages, and four individualized pods each equipped with a squat cage, free weights, a shared functional trainer, box, bench, and bands. Opposite the pods is our wall of tools, housing small equipment such as balls, foam rollers, pads, battle ropes, yoga blocks, and massage tools. We offer ample parking and a welcoming, well-lit workout environment.

WE GET IT

Ready for a change?

Pain Management

Are you in pain? Our programs use cutting-edge neuroscience and biomechanics to eliminate chronic and acute pain, guiding you to move without pain!

Prehab/Rehab

Are you rehabbing? Our service options allow us to meet you where you are in your prehab and rehab process.

Consistency

Are you struggling to find a consistent workout schedule? Our varied class and appointment options allow you to create a schedule that works FOR you!

Community

Are you looking for a studio with people just like you? Our clients range in age from 9 to 99 and come in all shapes, sizes and fitness levels.

WHY RFC?

Our 6-Step Methodology

Assess

We assess your subconscious resting posture to understand stress points, strengths & weaknesses as they fight gravity.

Investigate

We investigate your health history (previous injuries, surgeries, etc.) as a possible underlying cause for compensations.

Reeducate

We reeducate your neuromuscular system to encourage efficient posture alignment and muscular balance.

Determine

We determine areas of soft tissue that could benefit from self massage.

Release

We release restricted areas of your body for effortless movement and injury mitigation.

Handpick

We handpick strength training exercises based on your resting posture and gait mechanics.

Assess

We assess your subconscious resting posture to understand stress points, strengths & weaknesses as they fight gravity.

Investigate

We investigate your health history (previous injuries, surgeries, etc.) as a possible underlying cause for compensations.

Reeducate

We reeducate your neuromuscular system to encourage efficient posture alignment and muscular balance.

Determine

We determine areas of soft tissue that could benefit from self massage.

Release

We release restricted areas of your body for effortless movement and injury mitigation.

Handpick

We handpick strength training exercises based on your resting posture and gait mechanics.
1
Schedule a

Complimentary
Consultation

During your consultation we will chat about you, your goals and any injuries or “issues in the tissues” you want to address in your training.
2
Try a

6 Week
Intro Offer

Try out the RFC intro offer! One time only for NEW clients: 6 weeks with 1 private coaching appointment, 5 personal training appointments & unlimited group training classes!
3
Start Your Journey

Change Your
Life

Once you start with RFC, whether with private coaching, personal training, or group classes, your life will change.
Make Your First Move Now

CLIENT STORIES

Hear what clients say about RFC

One of a Kind
“I have worked with countless coaches, trainers and PTs over the years and although there have been many who were outstanding, no one has been more knowledgeable about the body, skilled at assessing and guiding toward goals, AND as humble, kind and clear while putting it into action. Rocky is one of a kind! The team of trainers and facility he and his wife, Dana, have created is light years beyond any gym or PT practice I’ve encountered. I highly recommend RFC to everyone who asks me about improving their overall health, strength and enjoyment in their bodies.”
Nick R.
Supportive & Professional
“I found RFC about a year ago when I started on my health journey, and I love it. I was intimidated about joining a “gym”, but at RFC I immediately felt welcomed and encouraged. All the trainers here are fabulous – knowledgeable, supportive & professional. They know me and understand my goals. I’ve never felt stronger and I’m so grateful!”
Kristen C.
Treated as an Individual

“I recently lost a significant amount of weight, and I knew that I needed to work on my strength, flexibility and overall conditioning to continue to create a healthy body that could work well for me. The approach at RFC is more aligned with rehab than traditional gym superfitness. I like coming to a new set of exercises that test my limits and capabilities. I appreciate that I’m treated as an individual and that my trainer listens to me. The Conditioning and Fitness means I am able to use my body and continue to increase my abilities to do the things I want.”

Mary-Lynn B.
Path to Recovery
“I have been to at least five gyms in Santa Cruz over the years. RFC is the best for training and rehab after an achilles injury from tennis. Through Rocky and his team’s guidance and personalized training programs, I am on the path to recovery. I have built strength, agility, and, in combination with healthy eating, I’ve lost 12 pounds. The trainers are warm, friendly, caring, highly skilled, with just the right amount of challenge encouraging me to keep going or lift stronger weights. We are so lucky to have Rocky in our community. Anyone of any fitness level or ability can benefit from Rocky’s personalized programs. Highly recommended!”
Sue B
Fitness Family
“I came to RFC post physical therapy after hip surgery. After finishing The Fresh Start Program I felt stronger and ready to try the group classes to keep my momentum going. I do not have the discomfort that I had before, and I am able to be more physically active without significant pain. The best part of RFC is that I feel seen. They care about my progress. The trainers check on you and make sure you are working out to your full potential, while taking into consideration any physical restrictions you may have. I feel like I am part of a fitness family!”
Leslie G.
Felt Welcomed

From the start I have felt welcomed and comfortable at RFC. Each time I come in the trainer asks how I’m doing, and if I have any current aches or pains, so they can adapt my workout. There is never any monotony with my workouts, it always feels varied. The staff is all great at celebrating milestones and accomplishments with you, making it feel like everyone truly cares about you. Rocky and the trainers have worked with me to strengthen my ankle as well as other areas of my body which support better mobility of that joint.

Linda F.