Redefine your limits

Private Personal Training in Woodland Hills: Life-Changing Results

One-on-one personal training with Paul Wassily, a personal trainer since 2003. Over two decades he has helped people lose weight, improve their health, build real strength, and gain muscle, alongside high-profile clients including Dr. Dre, late Foo Fighters Taylor Hawkins, and boxing world champion James "Lights Out" Toney.

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Free consultation · Custom programs · No long-term contracts

Our Offer

Real coaching. Real accountability. Real results.

You're feeling stagnant with workouts that no longer challenge you. You're searching for results that diets alone can't provide. You're looking for a way to actually unlock the energy and vitality you know you're capable of.

If you're tired of generic programs with no real guidance, Paul Wassily offers the alternative. Personalized attention, expert coaching, and real accountability, all built around your specific goals.

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More than a workout. A complete reset.

Paul's training doesn't stop at the gym. It's a process that builds habits that actually stick. His personalized approach addresses your fitness goals, and when your body changes, everything else follows. Your energy improves. Your focus sharpens. Your confidence grows.

Your Route to Real Results

Reshape Your Life with Paul Wassily’s Personal Training

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01 / Strategy

Tailored fitness strategies

Your body, your goals, your plan. No cookie-cutter programs, no recycled templates. Every personal training session is built around what you're actually working toward.

02 / Coaching

Coaching from a master trainer

Paul's undivided focus, every session. 20+ years coaching clients in Woodland Hills, with extensive experience behind every program.

03 / Nutrition

Nutritional expertise

Fuel your body with personalized dietary guidance. Personal training without nutrition is half the work, and Paul addresses both.

04 / Support

Motivation & support

With you every lift, every lunge, every leap forward. Real accountability that meets you where you are and pushes you where you need to go.

About Paul

Coaching in Woodland Hills since 2003.

Paul Wassily has been coaching clients in Woodland Hills for over two decades. As the founder of The Compound, he channels his own experience overcoming weight loss into a compassionate, rigorous approach to fitness.

Paul's roster has ranged from professional athletes to everyday Woodland Hills clients, all of them coached with the same focus: sustainable, healthy lifestyles built on tailored training, real nutritional guidance, and a commitment to results.

Train With Paul
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Dr. Dre

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

Foo Fighters Drummer

Taylor Hawkins

In loving memory

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Heavyweight Boxing Champion

James "Lights Out" Toney

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Sierra Canyon School Founder

Mick Horwitz

Among other public-facing clients. Paul also trains everyday Woodland Hills clients toward weight loss, strength, performance, and rehabilitation goals.

Real Transformations, Real Results

Real personal training. Real results.

Browse Paul's gallery of success stories from Woodland Hills clients who trained with him at The Compound.

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Weight Loss

Angie

Lost 50 pounds in one year.

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Muscle Gain

Coby

Gained 20 pounds of muscle in two years.

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Weight Loss

Paul

Lost 50 pounds in seven months.

Results vary based on individual commitment, starting condition, and program adherence. These are real client outcomes, not guarantees.

How It Works

From first contact to your first session.

01

Reach out

Fill out the contact form and let Paul know what you're working toward. Weight loss, strength, performance, recovery, whatever brings you in.

02

Tour the gym

Come in for a free walkthrough. Meet Paul, see the facility, talk through your goals and discuss whether the fit is right for both of you.

03

Start training

Paul builds your personal training program around your goals, schedule, and starting condition. Sessions begin once you've signed your training agreement and waivers.

What Members Say

In their own words.

★★★★★

After trying various diets and trainers, I was referred to Paul and The Compound from a family member who benefitted from training with him. With Paul's assistance, I have lost 120 lbs in 10 months. Paul is very passionate about his clients and seeing them reach their goal. He caters each training session to each individual client. Driving 60 miles round trip in L.A. traffic is worth it. I would not be successful without Paul's guidance, motivation, and push.

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Renee W.

5★ Yelp · 4/14/24

★★★★★

As a Life Time Fitness, [solidcore], and Barry's devotee, I have high standards for my fitness venues. Paul's boutique gym has met or exceeded all of them. His facility is always kept in immaculate condition. I particularly appreciated the secure entry, clean Towel service, and the professionalism of Paul's team. I came for the Woodway treadmills, but stayed for the quality of the experience and the welcoming environment Paul has cultivated.

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Michelle H.

5★ Yelp · 6/27/25

★★★★★

I have been intimidated by exercise my entire life. I finally decided to give it a try and signed up with Paul for training. I can honestly say this has been one of the best experiences of my life. Paul is kind, knowledgeable, and professional, and the gym is both well equipped and spotless. I cannot recommend both The Compound and Paul highly enough. If you want to make a change and get your health on track, this is the place to be.

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Melody A.

5★ Yelp · 1/2/25

Dare to achieve your greatest fitness goals.

Schedule a free consultation with Paul to start training the right way. The first conversation is on the house. See if it's a fit before you commit to anything.

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Common Questions

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Most questions are best answered in person during a free consultation. Reach out and we'll set one up.

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How much does personal training cost in Woodland Hills? +

Personal training rates depend on package size, session frequency, and your specific goals. Paul discusses pricing during your free consultation, after he understands what you're working toward. Most clients work in packages, with payment due at the start of your first session.

What kind of clients does Paul Wassily train? +

Everyone from celebrity athletes to everyday Woodland Hills clients with weight loss, strength, performance, or recovery goals. Paul has trained Dr. Dre, the late Taylor Hawkins of Foo Fighters, boxing world champion James "Lights Out" Toney, and many other public and private clients. He treats every client with the same focus regardless of background.

What credentials does a serious personal trainer need? +

A serious personal trainer should hold credentials from a recognized organization like NASM, NSCA, ACE, or ACSM. But years of practical experience matter most. Anyone can pass a certification exam. Not everyone has trained clients for two decades. Paul Wassily has been coaching in Woodland Hills since 2003.

What's the cancellation policy for personal training sessions? +

Individual personal training sessions must be cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled appointment, made directly by phone. Less than 24 hours and you'll be charged for the session. Trainers wait 15 minutes for no-shows before the session is forfeited. All purchased sessions must be completed within two months of the first session.

Do I need a Compound membership to train with Paul? +

No. Personal training sessions with Paul include facility access during your training time. If you want independent gym access outside of your sessions, a Compound membership is $99.99/month with no contract. Most clients add this once they've gotten into a training rhythm.

How does payment for personal training work? +

Payment is due in full at the start of your first session. Cash, credit card, and checks (payable to "The Compound") are accepted. Recurring billing runs through Square. Secure and modern. Your card information is never stored or transmitted directly by The Compound.

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