Restore Human

Fantastic experience: As a retired elite athlete (national team volleyball), now pursuing a career as an active duty military member, my body has accumulated some wear and tear through the years. 7 months ago, while looking to take my fitness and well-being to the next level, a friend recommended I connect with Coach Pax. Our initial introduction was very thorough, taking the time to discuss past injuries, current lifestyle, and future goals. Since starting to work with Coach Pax, I have regained a level of athleticism I never thought possible, all the while continuing to make significant improvements to my fitness. Coach Pax’s programming was particularly successful at addressing underlying faulty movement patterns, erasing a decade of pain and dysfunction, and eliminating barriers to performance. Coach Pax has shown considerable engagement and passion through our time together, taking the time to tailor our approach to my individual needs, and to create flexibility in the programming, accounting for lifestyle constraints and hiccoughs along the way. My body continues to feel younger every day, and movements that I used to dread (stairs, lunges, running with load) I execute without a second thought. I have recently scored in the 99.9th percentile of my annual military fitness test, and I continue to make progress daily. I strongly recommend Coach Pax to anyone looking to re-discover the joy of movement and reach their unique fitness goals.

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of working with Pax at Restore Human as my remote personal trainer for six months. The experience was refreshing and transformative. Pax paid exceptional attention to my capabilities and focus areas, creating unique workouts that kept me curious and engaged. A standout aspect was our check-ins for reflection, review, and feedback. This process helped me understand my growth and ensured each block of workouts was aligned with my needs. His approach targets balance, strength, mobility, and down-regulation, providing a comprehensive framework for health and resilience. Pax has an enormous capacity for positivity and motivation, offering supportive accountability. When life threw me some curveballs, he adjusted my sessions to be shorter and less draining, while still effective. He ensured I stayed on track with my goals despite the challenges. I highly recommend Pax and Restore Human to anyone seeking a personalized, effective, and engaging fitness journey. He’s an outstanding trainer.

Fantastic experience: Learning so much about movement and understanding my body. Thank you Pax!

Fantastic experience: Had my 1st consultation with Iker. A true gentleman and gentle soul. I highly recommend him :)

Fantastic experience: Love this small boutique personal training concept. All the trainers have advanced knowledge of the body and personalize the workouts for your specific needs. Excellent for anyone who is nervous about working out again because of previous injuries or current deficiencies.

Fantastic experience: Incredible space with world class innovative personal training. Great humans, good vibes highly highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Coming here has not only improved my running and my strength but has had huge positive benefits to my entire life.

Fantastic experience: The most phenomenal and all encompassing personal training gym you could want! Pax is an amazing trainer, extremely knowledgeable and very thorough. All of the staff share in this same knowledge and the environment is very warm, friendly and welcoming. Definitely check this place out!

Fantastic experience: The training at Restore Human has been transformative! Plus they are amazing wonderful people too!

Fantastic experience: Come to Restore Human if you're looking for a life-changing experience that transforms the way look at movement. The Restore Human coaches have an incredible wealth of knowledge about the human body. And based on that they carefully put together sessions that are tailored to where you're physically at. On top of this, they manage to make you feel very comfortable and accepted which made me super excited to go there. They have reshaped my relationship with fitness that makes it 10x more fun. I would easily recommend them over any other fitness studio.

Fantastic experience: This is a really cool and unique place. I saw Lacey for an intro session. She's really knowledgeable about movement and tailored my session to my specific interests. I gained a new found appreciation and awareness of for how intricately you can perform simple movements like cat-cow. I look forward to coming again and learning more!

Fantastic experience: Restore Human has changed my life. I have suffered chronic pain for 5+ years. After one year attending a weekly session with Master Coach Kesh, I can happily say I no longer take any medication, I’m almost pain free, I can walk 10,000 steps a day, and I can train regularly again. I cannot believe how far I have come in only one year with Restore Human. I can’t wait to see what the next year brings! So much love for the Restore Human team. Thank you for giving me my life back ❤️

Fantastic experience: Absolutely pleased with how the trainers at Restore Human are working with me to achieve my goals. I recommended Gabriel and Pax (and I'm sure the other trainers) with great enthusiasm!

Fantastic experience: Completely blew my mind / approach to the way I moved. Shifted my thoughts towards restorative, life-long, health. Cannot thank the team enough for supporting me through a few rough injuries as well.

Fantastic experience: Christina and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. I gained 2 kilos of muscle in 2-3 months. Very recommended. Worth the price!

Fantastic experience: The best gym I ve ever been to. Their space is absolutely beautiful with lots of natural elements - plants and woo. Their method of training is really forward thinking. Wether you want to get back to high performance athletics or just want to get out for hikes or are a office warrior, they work with you for your unique goals and focus on health and the whole picture of the person. They are also really geared towards outdoor adventure. But my favorite thing about this place is the people. They truly feel like family. So warm, inviting, sharp and passionate individuals. I love this place. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: My mother recently signed up for personal training classes with Pax Frias, a member of the Restore Human team, and she wanted to share this review. She's not the most techie person, so I am providing this review on her behalf :) "Pax Frias is always smiling and friendly and makes the effort to make me feel comfortable. He's also patient when I have to stop sometimes for breaks. We discussed the problems I have. The main problem being my neck because of a degenerative disc which affects the nerve. Another problem was my whole right side from the neck down including the leg and ankle. I had surgery, to remove a lobe. At the time I was 48. Unfortunately the surgeon severed a nerve which has caused me to have pain every day. Pax took all this in consideration and started a procedure of exercises for my neck. This would include circles with my head, right to left and then left to right. Shoulder lifts. Also working with my arms plus leg lifts and also floor exercises and the importance of breathing exercises. To strengthen my legs it was suggested I climb stairs up and down three times a day I definitely work on the neck exercises which has been a great help. Breathing exercises is also one I follow since I also had meditation classes which I was taking before the COVID 19. Working with Pax once a week for the past 5 weeks has been so helpful. I do the exercises every day which has made my neck and shoulders so much more comfortable to deal with. My opinion is that Pax cares about his clients. He does the best he can to make sure that each person will do well and increase their physical ability." - Sharon Timmerman

Fantastic experience: Excellent group of fitness professionals with a highly unique approach and wonderful holistic mission. This place is for anybody who wants to get fit in a supportive environment, loves the outdoors and thinks holistically about lifelong fitness. The coaches here are really next level. They ooze passion for what they believe in.

Fantastic experience: Karlo is such a great trainer, he knows human anatomy and his training staff very well - very knowledgeable, very detail, very responsible... the environment is also very pleasant. Two thumbs up!

Fantastic experience: Pax sure is a wise old soul! From his smiling face to his disarming presence and wisdom - I was thoroughly impressed with Pax’s professionalism and passion. He had me walking like a duck, doing variations of pull ups and the time flew by. I get the value of Restore Human - it’s to feel human by regular movement with a great fitness partner. Pax shared his knowledge naturally and with sincere care to support my body and it’s capabilities. He blended biology with digestible explanations that not only distracted my focus from counting reps but it strengthened my confidence too. The Restore Human experience is an unparalleled blend of fun, creativity and fitness. I can’t wait to refer people I care about to Coach Pax!

Fantastic experience: Pax is the man, really great people and a true passion for their mission and their customers.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been dealing with chronic back pain for almost 30 years, from sports and work injuries and car accidents. I’ve spend countless dollars on chiro, massage, acupuncture, osteo, you name it. What I’ve learned over the past year has been revolutionary, and has given me freedoms from therapists. I have tools to rehab any and all aches and pains I run into and truly feel like I have “learned to fish”, as opposed to being given a fish each time I went for a treatment. If you’re considering hiring a personal trainer for rehab, strength, mobility and to resolve long term pain issues, I strongly recommend Kesh - I’m very happy with the results of our sessions.

Fantastic experience: Great staff and setup for classes that are challenging and fun as you deal with lots of props. The place is well equipped and clean.

Fantastic experience: Everyone needs a dose of Restore Human! As a pro athlete, my work here has been an incredibly valuable addition to my regular training routine. The coaches are some of the warmest, most genuine folks I've met. My sessions are the highlight of my week!! Not only am I building strength, mobility and resiliency for my sport, but for the rest of my life. Can't recommend Restore Human enough!

Fantastic experience: Half way through my first set of training sessions. What can I say, it's motivating, challenging and I can already feel the difference. I arrive all grumpy and leave invigorated and refreshed. My whinging falls on deaf ears and Pax is both patient and very good about not letting me quit...even when I really, really want to. It's exactly the kick in the butt I needed. Go find out about their free 30 minute "check us out" session. I'm pretty confident you'll be impressed.

Fantastic experience: Karlo is a legend. Not only is he super knowledgable about his craft, he is a great human. Always encouraging and goes above what is required. Can't recommend enough.

Fantastic experience: Completely changed me. Kept getting injured while running, hiking, or just general activity. Now I'm a powerful beast!!

Fantastic experience: Absolutely outstanding!

Fantastic experience: Top shelf trainers!

Fantastic experience: Awesome place to workout. I was injured from Crossfit and didn't like the yelling and how rushed it was. This place has smart, professional and friendly coaches that are watching you with eagle eyes and precision. You'll learn low impact, new ways to exercise while having fun. At the end of a session you'll find yourself sweating like crazy with the feeling that you had so much fun. Expect good soreness and bliss the next day! I highly recommend this place wether you're a professional athlete or a 38 years old guy spending too much hours seated at his desk like me :)

Fantastic experience: Love this place! I had some shoulder issues so I did a consultation with their physio and a few one on one sessions with their personal trainer K. Not only did I see big improvements in my shoulder, but I gained a ton of knowledge about how to keep my body strong, moving well, and healthy. Thanks Restore Human!

Fantastic experience: Great community atmosphere, super helpful knowledge in helping me stay active forever :)

Fantastic experience: Awesome place to workout with friendly and knowledgeable coaches. You will learn new ways to move your body for long term health and happiness. You really have to experience an intro session - the coaches and physio's are super committed to getting you strong and fit for the long term - all with grace and resilience of course. No gym experience required :)

Fantastic experience: I first met Karlo Kowalczyk (Coach K) at a networking group we have in common, and was immediately impressed by the vision, philosophy and values they want to bring to the wellness industry. It took a while, but I can honestly say that working with Restore Human’s approach to healthy movement that balances strength, flexibility & grace has helped me in a relatively short period.

Fantastic experience: In a world of fitness facilities and programs that all claim to be doing something different, Restore Human is ACTUALLY doing something different, something that makes so much sense on a deep human and physical level that it is truly a revelation in thinking, moving and living. Restore human is about living a more fulfilling life where we can confidently enjoy our bodies and health well into old age. No matter what you do in life for fitness, movement or injury recovery, Restore Human can ACTUALLY change your life. I've been working with Pax Frias, one of the trainers at Restore Human and I'm genuinely blown away by the genius of the system they teach, train and promote. You really need to experience it!

Fantastic experience: Awesome vibes and the workouts are never boring. Always some new movement to nourish the body and brain. The multifunctional movements also apply to daily active life and competitive sports. New edge approach to fitness & health!

Fantastic experience: I've been with Restore Human for just over a month now and wanted to share my experience! Restore Human fosters a warm and welcoming environment for all members. The staff are invested and enthusiastic about all of their students progress and individual successes. Overall I can report a positive experience that has given me confidence in my movement abilities in and out of the gym.

Fantastic experience: Restore Human has added fun, novelty and community to my fitness routine. I look forward to class every week and know that no matter what we work on I'll be laughing and sweating by the time I leave. Pax and Coach K genuinely care about your development and are incredibly knowledgable about fitness and how to fix injuries/weaknesses. On top of that the community is full of interesting and positive people. I can't recommend it enough!

Fantastic experience: Incredibly unique and effective approach to getting fit and healthy for not just the short term. A huge amount of experience, knowledge and proven research put to use to show that knowing how your muscles and joints work and building that mind to body connection, makes you stronger and fitter way faster than just being told what to do and never knowing why or what or which muscles are working. Invaluable resources here.

Fantastic experience: Great people - big hearts - awesome natural movement exercise! - I'm 60 and decided to rehab my shabbster body... life changing!

Fantastic experience: I've going to Restore Human for just over a month now (did some personal training with Pax and lots of their group classes), and I feel amazing! I'm a trainer myself, and a recovering bodybuilder, so it feels good to do things that are enjoyable, build community, and challenge me in new ways. Everyone there is passionate about what they do and brings so much fun and enthusiasm to every session. Whether you love working out --or think that you hate it--Restore Human will give you the tools to move better, feel better, and work on your high-fivin' skills.

Fantastic experience: I worked with Pax at Restore Human and he was amazing. I love how he really took his time with me and designed a program that suited me. I would recommend anyone who does not want to do the conventional training in a gym to work with Pax.

Fantastic experience: Restore Human changed the way I thought about fitness and health. They make working out a positive and un-intimidating experience, while still giving me the right amount challenge. People of all shapes and sizes workout here, it's awesome.

Fantastic experience: Best place to work out at! I love the trainers and the community, they are all so welcoming. If you want to get strong while having fun and meeting new people then Restore Human is THE place.

Fantastic experience: K and Kesh are absolutely amazing personal trainers. I don't have a typical body, having been a ballet dancer and yogi my whole life. They understood how to provide me custom support that made sense for my body's imbalances and strengths. After having two kids in less than 2 years, my body was a mess. K and Kesh were the only pros able to assist with my post-baby body. I had seen many people across many disciplines and nothing helped. If you have an a-typical body, chronic pain, injuries, or simply want to get super strong and fit without getting hurt, Restore Human is the place for you. They look at your whole body, so be prepared to talk about what you are eating and doing for your mind too. :)

Fantastic experience: Amazing Trainers, Wonderful philosophy

Fantastic experience: Restore Human is so much fun, and so effective! It feels like the approach to exercise that I have always craved but was never able to find before. I quickly became much stronger, coordinated, and physically confident after attending the group classes. The community is extremely welcoming and the coaches are knowledgeable, friendly, and very creative!

Fantastic experience: My first visit here I connected with the founder and manager who are two of the lead coaches. They are fantastic people, who care about the community, people health, and building a better world. The classes are holistic and beginner friendly and integrate movement from a rich variety of gymnastics, crossfit, yoga, mindfulness, traditional lifting, rolling, hanging, crawling, playing, and it all happens in a safe welcoming space. I've done a dozen classes not and I strongly recommend!

Fantastic experience: We've been working out with Coach Pax for few months, and we enjoy the challenging yet fun sessions very much.

Fantastic experience: Sooo true about their curriculum, they teach sustainable fitness. It's perfect for my life and hatred of typical fitness. I'm a recovering dancer and this training is bringing me back to where I was so much faster than I could do on my own. So thankful I found them. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Fantastic experience: Coach Karlo of Restore Human is passionate about fitness that supports the way we actually live and work. He passes along this focus to his entire team. The result is a dynamic, community-oriented atmosphere that is infectious and effective.

Fantastic experience: I've never had so much fun working so hard - the idea of Restore Human is unique and brilliant (learning to move in a powerful useful and healthy way), but the coaches here are such a pleasure to work with - incredibly well researched in the ways of body mechanics but feels like hanging out with friends. Cheaper than the gym and I found it infinitely more inspiring.

Fantastic experience: Restore Human represents exactly what the name says. An organization whose primary objective is to restore humans from being sedentary bystanders of life to strong, confident, and active humans who embrace life with open arms. Think warrior - a brave human who is ready and willing to take on any challenge be it physical, mental, and/or emotional. Warriors can be afraid, but instead of running away from their fears, they use it as fuel to help overcome any obstacle placed before them. The founder Karlo Kowalczyk is brilliant. I first met K last year and was blown away by his presence. He was professional yet not distant and easy to connect with. I could see that he cared about me because he listened to me and took his time when explaining each movement to ensure I could replicate them on my own. He told me that his goal is to teach his participants all that he knows so that they will surpass him and teach him one day. I found this refreshing because his interest lies in educating and empowering his participants to become facilitators of their own health. Although K strives to be the best personal trainer in Vancouver by delivering exceptional content, he also appreciates the need for community and connectedness between participants. It is for this reason that Restore Human group classes were created. Having attended these classes often I can say that there is no loss of personal touch. Each movement is adjustable so that new and advanced movers can train together without feeling left out or neglected. I personally find this moving because when I see new participants trying their hardest and picking appropriate progressions, I am motivated to work smarter. Overall, the personal training and group class combination enhance participation. Those humans who want a little extra training can seek additional support outside of class time with a personal trainer while still attending group classes with the rest of the participants. Thus, creating a community of warriors. This all being said, do not take my word for it. Visit the Restore Human web page and try the free intro session and decide for yourself... It is free!

Fantastic experience: I have just begun working with K. His style is different from any other trainer I know. He has studied many different techniques and approaches to human movement. While I have always remained very active I know that I am compensating for poor mechanics and knee pain. His approach is to gently guide me towards moving without so many compensations. I have never enjoyed a large gym atmosphere so this is perfect. The least intimidating training experience I have had. More like I feel when I walk into a yoga studio. Try out Restore Human. It's a very refreshing approach.

Fantastic experience: The experience with Karol is anything but "typical". His attention to detail is outstanding, incredibly supportive and encouraging. I highly recommend checking out his classes

Fantastic experience: I've had a personal training session with Karlo and gone to his outdoor group sessions at Seaforth Peace Park next to Lululemon. I consider myself a pretty active outdoors person (mountain biking, climbing, skiing and surfing) but have never been into personal training or bootcamp sessions really (just seemed like a bunch of being shouted at to do exercise). However, Karlo's sessions were really useful - providing a bunch of well-reasoned natural movements and stretches to keep you flexible, strong and less prone to injury. Way more enjoyable and effective than grinding out the classic weights and cardio combo in the gym. I'd highly recommend some training with Karlo at Restore Human!

Fantastic experience: Restore Human has been instrumental in improving my overall health and fitness. After years of cardio activity with little diversification, my body began showing signs of strain. Coach K and Restore Human provided me with a series of helpful exercises & stretches to improve my physical posture, strength and flexibility. As a result of this training, I have improved output as well as a deeper connectivity between mind and body. Thank you!!

Fantastic experience: I had a few personal training sessions at Restore Human in the last couple of months. Coming from a fitness level of zero, I have now seen a dramatic improvement in my strength, balance and coordination, as well as overall body awareness. The sessions are highly educational, Coach K is experienced in a variety of movement disciplines and is passionate about helping others to develop healthy movement habits that will be kept for life. Added bonus - the studio is very close to Kits Beach!

Fantastic experience: Coach Karlo is a wealth of knowledge, with deep understanding of movement patterns and clear concern for long-term health and well being. My fitness experience felt both restorative and strengthening. Highly recommend!