Sirens and Titans Fitness

Love this studio!
I had long put off my re-​entry into the fitness realm after having my 2^nd child. I was consistently urged by a friend to give it a go and when a free trial came up I gave up on my excuses and committed to the regimen. The orientation was intense. Jacques (founder/​owner/​trainer) made it very clear that we’d have to get our acts together or we’d be fired as clients. I’m good with this sort of directive as I needed a kick in the pants.
Surprise, surprise my body fat comp said I was obese… ugh 25−30lbs of extra baby weight could no longer be hidden under clothing. I liked having this evaluation, as uncomfortable as it can be. I needed a baseline. The trial required us to use a food journal and submit our data every three days. Jacques would give feedback, tweaks would be made, workouts would be completed. I participated in group training twice a week. Still do! The diet guidance and philosophy is everything. I’ve lost 16lbs in 3 months & feel strong. I can actually engage my core again! Woo Hoo! It’s an investment in yourself and we ALL deserve that! Try it!
And btw, the Fubar machines are NO JOKE!

These guys are genuine experts on sports performance training and know how to transform bodies. Fitness has always been a priority for me, and I’ve consumed my fair share of nutritional advice, private training, and fitness classes over the years. However, my body composition never changed until I started working out with them. Their approach is holistic and they have a thorough understanding of all factors impacting fitness. The value built into their strength training programs is incredible; you get a lot of personal attention (since the groups are kept small) along with the synergy of working out with other people (which is way more fun than private training). Also, their VersaClimber class is Tabata training at its best. A+ team; very friendly and all about helping you achieve your goals.

Metered street parking available right in front and on both sides of Westwood blvd or park at the mall and walk a bit if you Arrive early enough.
Really great workout. Seriously they make you work out so hard you feel like you are going to throw up. Although that can be a good thing, the last time I went it was very negative. I was trying my hardest. There was only two of us taking the fubar class and I just couldn’t take it anymore. I literally went into the bathroom and threw up. Hasn’t happened to me before while working out but this time the intensity was just way too much.
I wouldn’t hold that against them because they are just doing their job having me work out my hardest. The thing that was not cool was I told the instructor right before running to the bathroom and ended up missing the last 5 – 10 minutes of working out. As I’m walking back to finish I hear the older guy laugh and ask so what happened to the girl? The instructor sighs and judgingly says she had to throw up or something. I could almost hear the eye roll in his voice. I have not been back since.
I gave them three stars still because it truly is a great workout. I’m not sure it’s actually good for you to push yourself to that point but it’s definitely not ok to be judged for it when you are trying your hardest.
Might give them a shot again in a month or two. We’ll see.

I’m what you’d call a ClassPass superuser; on average, I go to about eight or nine classes per week. Some of what are considered the more challenging fitness studios are in my regular rotation. The 30 minute FUBAR Versaclimber class is my most dreaded 30 minutes of the week. I’ll be upfront: it’s not fun, but it’s effective. The proprietor, Jacques (and Jens, the other instructor I had) trains elite athletes, and that mentality is reflected in the workout. First and foremost, he is about results. Efficient, friendly and encouraging, he pushes you to break through what you believe your best is — and he would know how to do that as a quick Google search reveals that he’s a world record holder in several Versaclimber categories.
The facility is very spacious, modern, and clean. Street parking can be a little bit of a problem, but the Westside Pavilion is about a five minute walk and there’s ample free parking there. If you’re someone who is about results, I highly recommend Sirens and Titans Fitness.

I must preface this review with explaining that I am NOT an athlete. I’ve never done any sports and was always the last person picked in PE class. I didn’t start working out seriously until I was well into my 30s. Now at my age with a busy schedule as well as aches and pains from knee arthritis and an previously injured shoulder, it is most important to me to train smart and efficiency.
There’s a TON of fitness places in LA… so what makes Sirens & Titans so special?
What I like in my workouts: EFFICIENCY, personal/​individualized attention, personal space, cleanliness, good equipment, hard workouts. I like to go to places where they know my name. I like to have a goal. I don’t need the frills of fancy gyms with lights and fancy flooring, peppy aerobics-​type instructors on mikes, etc, etc. If you need that kind of thing, then go somewhere like West Hollywood or Brentwood. I love this place because I value my health and time. I’ve checked out other places but this program is really amazing. The strength training is the gem. They are NOT «fitness classes», they are more comparable to personal training. They are group personal training sessions. At their prices, it is a great deal as you cannot pay this price for personal training anywhere. Trust me. I’ve had 3 other personal trainers.
This is my home «gym» for the past year as I’ve come to realize that TIME is my most valuable asset. I dislike big gyms, big classes, crowded spaces with people or equipment close together, running on treadmills, unchallenging or slow workouts, and meaningless exercise. I’m tired of burpees and feel like hour long cardio classes are a waste of time with repetitive meaningless motion that leaves me at a higher risk of injury if I do them incorrectly which is more likely with stress and fatigue or just simply being unaware of incorrect form. I’ve also learned that it’s simply not true that you can «just exercise» to get in shape. I used to exercise «all the time»…and I was also exhausted and got sick all the time. For real lasting change that limits injury, it’s important to stick to something and have a tailored program that safely progresses you in a safe environment.
If you are on CLASSPASS, try out the FUBAR class. I pay full price for the elite sessions (2 – 3 times a week) and combine it with FUBAR classes about once a week. People ask me all the time if I «like» the FUBAR workout at Sirens. I always answer this with hesitation because I have a love/​hate relationship with it. I love it because it’s so efficient and challenging but I also «hate» it because it’s tough. I do the FUBAR classes because it is the most efficient cardio workout that I have ever tried. I hate cardio workouts… but hey, it’s only 30 minutes! Trust me, I always want to DIE… but it’s worth it! I feel much better afterward. And it’s ONLY 30 MINUTES!!!
Whether you’re an athlete or a couch potato, this is the place for you IF YOU ARE READY TO GET SERIOUS about your fitness. The trainers Jacque, Jens, and Rob all get really excited about helping their clients reach their fitness goals. I’ve been amazed as I’ve seen people’s bodies change before my very eyes! Stick to the nutrition coaching! Listen to Jacque (the owner) as he really knows what it’s talking about! If you value your health and time as much as I do, check this place out!

It’s doesn’t get better then a Group Strength and Conditioning class led by Jacques!
Between the dietary guidance and the attending 2 – 3 thirty minute classes a week, I lost weight and gained muscle. I started the two week focus group on the verge of becoming diabetic and quickly transformed my body.
Left after six months due to moving across country. Will miss S&T Fitness!

Great fitness experience the owner Jacque has a wealth of knowledge on health and fitness. His studio is state of the art, and has top of the line training equipment– lot I had never seen. Yesterday was my first FUBAR class and it was 30 minutes of high intensity, but don’t worry Jacque is there to push you through it. My body is sore and feeling the effects of it! I’ll be back!

Fantastic workout at Sirens & Titans Fitness. The owner Jacques Devore put me through the paces in his signature Fubar Versaclimber class. Man, one of the hardest workouts that I’ve done EVER!!! Talking about getting my heart rate through the ceiling… and THEN SOME. Felt an amazing endorphin rush afterwards and gratitude for the possibility to experience this training first hand. I appreciate the kick in the butt, that was Outstanding!

Definitely try Sirens & Titans! Knowledgeable and friendly staff, short 30-​minute and VERY effective/​efficient workouts, flexible training times, plenty of coaching and one-​on-​one attention, both weights and cardio, valuable nutritional counseling — I LOVE IT and cannot speak highly enough of S&TF. And I’m picky: o).

these are the reasons i love this place – short intense workouts, nutritional counseling, massage equipment, nice people, and results! i’ve tried just about every type of workout out there, different gyms, and several trainers. everything works for a short while, but i really had to find something sustainable that didn’t make me feel like i was just doing exercises. Sirens is my new favorite place!
There are different ways to work out there: 1) fubar (30 min), which is the intense cardio workouts, 2) strength (30 – 40 min), which is the intense strength training with about 5 minutes of cardio at the end, 3) elite (45 min), which is strength with some cardio with more complex movements. It’s great for people of all different levels. I came in after an ankle injury and was lured in by the cardio. i really dislike cardio workouts, but this gets the job done in a short time and with little impact on your joints. During the Fubar sessions, i saw how fit the other people were, and i was convinced to take the strength classes as well. The nutritional component involves logging your food in my fitness pal and then emailing Jacques, the owner once a week or whenever you want him to review your diet. He will make suggestions and comments. Follow-​up discussions and body measurements also help you stay on goal.
Ignore the front of the building, which is still under construction. You can call them up or email them for a free «coaches» workout, which is a trial of the strength class. Make sure you read the parking signs carefully or just park at westside pavillion.

I came across this place because the la Tri club was having a women’s event here that introduced the Fubar Versaclimber cardio workout. It’s only a 30 minute workout on the machine and it does work your body. So be prepared to sweat!
The people there are really nice and encouraging. The place is clean since they just opened up at the beginning of the year.
It’s not cheap but I have seen deals on living social, etc.
For parking, if it’s real early in the morning like bout 6a, you can park at the meters in front. There are also 2 hour meter parking nearby from 8a-​6p. Some places in the neighborhood need a permit so always check the signs around you so that you won’t get a ticket since it is la and la is a stickler on parking.