About The Compound Gym: Elite Training & Private Club

Who is Paul Wassily?

Paul's story starts at 17 years old, when he lost 80 pounds and completely changed the direction of his life. That transformation didn't just change his body, it changed everything. It taught him what he was capable of and sparked a passion for fitness that never left.

Shortly after, the fitness manager at local Spectrum Club in West Hills encouraged him to pursue his certification. Paul studied hard, passed the exam, and landed a personal training position the week he turned 18, the same year he had been on his way to 300 pounds. The rest is history.

Your private key to life changing fitness at Woodland Hills’ premier gym.

Reshaping Potential

The Compound isn't your average gym. It's a private facility in Woodland Hills where the equipment is pro-grade, the space is never overcrowded, and the environment is built around one thing - results.

Whether you're training for the first time or you've been at this for decades, you'll find a gym that meets you at your level. No judgement. No Chaos.

Meet Paul Wassily /

Master Trainer

Paul Wassily has been training individuals since 2003. Over two decades, he has helped beginners, busy professionals, older adults, kids, athletes, and people looking to lose weight or build confidence, alongside high-profile clients including Dr. Dre, late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, and boxing world champion James “Lights Out” Toney, as well as respected community leaders like Sierra Canyon School founder Mick Horwitz.

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Paul the business owner

Paul Wassily started The Compound Gym in 2018 and turned it into something special. He brought in vetted independent trainers, opened membership to the community, and built a real business around it. Behind the scenes, his wife Claudia manages the financials, bookkeeping, and operations that keep everything running.

Paul Wassily with a client in a gym setting, showcasing personalized training at The Compound Gym in Woodland Hills, emphasizing fitness coaching and transformation.

Taylor Hawkins

Two muscular men in a gym, smiling and shaking hands, one wearing a wet white shirt and the other in a black tank top with "GET TRAINED!" text, representing personal training success at The Compound Gym in Woodland Hills.

James Toney

Fitness trainer Paul Wassily and a client posing confidently in a gym setting, showcasing strength and camaraderie, emphasizing personalized training at The Compound Gym.

Dr. Dre

Mick Horwitz

what to expect

Real transformation, real results

Transformations crafted at The Compound Gym

At The Compound, our clients are our greatest advocates. From dramatic weight loss journeys to significant muscle gains, the results speak for themselves.

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Our Values /

Sculpting bodies, changing lives

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What sets The Compound Gym apart isn’t just our premium gym facilities or privacy-first approach, but our core values of integrity, respect, and accountability.

Each day, we strive to embody these principles, ensuring that your journey to health and wellness is as fulfilling and profound as the results you see in the mirror.