From the moment I started working with Ariel, her warm and approachable demeanor made me feel comfortable. Ariel’s explains the reasoning behind each exercise, making sure you understand how it benefits your body and fits into your overall training program. She has expertise in various specialties like barbells, kettlebells, pre/post natal, and correctives for my knees. I was initially skeptical about virtual training, but I now love it! Ariel's seamless virtual sessions feel just as effective as in-person ones, with clear communication and real-time feedback. The convenience of working out from home without sacrificing quality has been a game-changer, fitting perfectly into my busy schedule and taking care of my two kids. Ariel is an exceptional trainer. Give her a try—you won’t be disappointed.

Stacie H.

I have had a great personal training experience with Ariel. She is friendly, motivating, and has extensive knowledge about fitness and nutrition. She has great recommendations and can customize fitness plans based on your goals. Highly recommend working with her!

Sonal A.

I have been working with Ariel since November on personal training, with a focus on strength training. It has been an awesome experience! She has shown me how to do so many things I was intimidated by or didn't know about. I feel like a whole new world was opened up to me with learning about the body, fitness and weights. I feel great and really strong! She is a joy to work with - she's very empathetic, very thoughtful about what she has me do, and she shares a ton of knowledge about what we're doing. She also challenges me to learn new things, and to push myself to new heights with existing routines. I am really thankful to work with her!

Laura P.

Ariel is a GREAT trainer! She really tunes in to each persons particular needs and designs workouts accordingly. We work hard (and have fun) and I love seeing and feeling the results! Highly recommend!

Lisa T.

Working with Ariel has been foundational for my wellness journey! Her approach to strength training and nutrition is warm and welcoming, allowing for me (an absolute beginner) to take a keen interest in a fitness lifestyle I couldn’t imagine for myself prior. Ariel is highly communicative and flexible with my busy schedule entailing work and travel

Elizabeth N.

I can’t speak more highly of my experience with Ariel. I’ve been in good shape most of my life, but after having a baby I struggled to get back to where I was before pregnancy. Training with Ariel has gotten me back there and then some. I feel stronger than I ever have and my energy levels are consistently higher. On top of that, Ariel is professional, communicative, and has a great sense of humor. I always look forward to working with her and she’s an overall delight to be around.

Rebecca M.

Ariel is an amazing personal trainer! She is incredibly professional and genuinely cares about her clients’ progress and success. She brings a lot of motivation to every session and helps me stay consistent with my workouts. Can’t recommend her enough!

Liza B.

Ariel is an amazing personal trainer! She is incredibly professional and genuinely cares about her clients’ progress and success. She brings a lot of motivation to every session and helps me stay consistent with my workouts. Can’t recommend her enough!

Liza B.

I had a great experience working with Ariel. She was my personal trainer for the past few months and I can say that I’ve learned so much about strength training within a fun, challenging environment. She tailored my program to my needs and focused on my targeted areas. she educated me thoroughly on the different exercises I was doing (including form, what that exercise was targeting, etc.) which built my confidence when training on my own. I highly recommend Ariel. I always looked forward to my sessions with her it's always so fun, she has an amazing personality and she was extremely accommodating when I wasn’t able to make certain training sessions.

Emmy E.

This review is overdue! I’ve been a member at Equinox for several years and wasn’t interested in a trainer until someone told me about Ariel Hau. She’s awesome, very knowledgeable, patient, sweet and very professional who will always greet you with a gregarious smile. I was impressed by her in so many ways as a young trainer. I’ve had other trainers at other gyms who wouldn’t listen and who pushed me at times to cause an injury. Just because someone has been a trainer for many years doesn’t mean they’re a good fit for you. Once you’re injured, you can’t work out and then you’re starting all over again. I hate the feeling of being trained by someone who doesn’t listen. You know your body better than anyone else. One thing about Ariel, she listens to you and pushes you but not to cause an injury. She knows what you’re capable of doing because she gets to know her clients. I loved the way she pushed me but didn’t injure me. If you tell her you can’t do something she’ll find another way to get it done.

Dorothy K.

I don’t usually write reviews, but my experience at Equinox was amazing, especially thanks to my personal trainer, Ariel. I trained with her for 3–4 months, and she made the entire process less intimidating and helped me build a routine I could actually stick to. She took the time to understand my goals and lifestyle and created a workout plan tailored specifically to me. She's super easy to work with, outgoing, and I looked forward to our sessions because it felt like I was working out with a friend, she's amazing! She also shared great nutrition tips that supported my progress, she’d ask what I liked to eat and then suggest healthier alternatives and even restaurant options to try. On top of that, she encouraged me to explore other classes and connected me with another amazing trainer, John, for boxing—which I really appreciated. I ended up discovering a new activity I genuinely enjoy and probably wouldn’t have tried otherwise. Starting my fitness journey felt intimidating, but Ariel made it easy and fun. I highly recommend training with her! And big thanks to David for recommending Ariel to me, it was a perfect match! If you’re thinking about boxing, definitely take a class with Vanessa, she’s incredible. Or book a session with John at the San Ramon location; he’s amazing! They’re both super welcoming to beginners and will teach you at whatever level you’re at. They made boxing really enjoyable.

Maryfil S.

I’ve been training with Ariel Hau for over a year now, and she is truly incredible! Her energy is always positive, and she knows exactly how to motivate me to push past my limits in the best way possible. Ariel has taught me so much—not just about effective workouts, but also about nutrition, mindset, and creating sustainable healthy habits. Each session feels purposeful and challenging, and I always leave feeling stronger and more confident! If you’re looking for a personal trainer who is knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely invested in your progress, I highly recommend working with Ariel!

Ariella C.