| What They're Saying |
Testimonial:
"I am so thankful my friend told me about the Ice Chamber. After my first workout, I
was hooked. Steven and Maya are so knowledgeable and encouraging. They know
just how hard to challenge me so I can feel and see my desired results. Their
workouts are definitely helping me get my strength and fitness back (and then some)
since having my son last year. As a former exercise physiologist and an acupuncturist
of 10 years, I am confident to recommend Ice Chamber to my patients, friends, and
fellow cycling racers."
Melanie Linebaugh, LAc, MS
Licensed Acupuncturist
"I am so thankful my friend told me about the Ice Chamber. After my first workout, I
was hooked. Steven and Maya are so knowledgeable and encouraging. They know
just how hard to challenge me so I can feel and see my desired results. Their
workouts are definitely helping me get my strength and fitness back (and then some)
since having my son last year. As a former exercise physiologist and an acupuncturist
of 10 years, I am confident to recommend Ice Chamber to my patients, friends, and
fellow cycling racers."
Melanie Linebaugh, LAc, MS
Licensed Acupuncturist
Testimonial:
"The Ice Chamber has re-energized my workout. Prior to working out with Steve,
exercise had become a boring routine. Steve and I focus on core strengthening
and job specific workouts. Each workout is time efficient, and both mentally and
physically challenging. Within a short time I have already begun to get stronger,
leaner and more defined. The intense training I receive with Steve will assist me
as a firefighter, not only in my endurance and explosive strength, but in saving
lives of others and perhaps my own life."
Rune Hoyer-Nielsen
Fire Captain / Paramedic
El Cerrito Fire Department
"The Ice Chamber has re-energized my workout. Prior to working out with Steve,
exercise had become a boring routine. Steve and I focus on core strengthening
and job specific workouts. Each workout is time efficient, and both mentally and
physically challenging. Within a short time I have already begun to get stronger,
leaner and more defined. The intense training I receive with Steve will assist me
as a firefighter, not only in my endurance and explosive strength, but in saving
lives of others and perhaps my own life."
Rune Hoyer-Nielsen
Fire Captain / Paramedic
El Cerrito Fire Department
Testimonial:
"Maya and Steve put me to the challenge every time I walk into the Ice Chamber. Being an entertainer,
my fitness goals are extremely specific. Maya and Steve continuously motivate and support me in the
attaining and maintaining of those goals. They are 110% behind me, and that support system has
been awesome. I've found that life at the Ice Chamber mimics life in the real world. If you can get
through the daily challenge of working out and pushing yourself to the limit, then you can push
yourself in every other aspect of life. Maya and Steve live that philosophy and have graciously shared
that with me. They are both exceptional people who are dedicated to the well being of their clients."
Natalise
Singer / Songwriter / Recording Artist
www.natalisemusic.com
"Maya and Steve put me to the challenge every time I walk into the Ice Chamber. Being an entertainer,
my fitness goals are extremely specific. Maya and Steve continuously motivate and support me in the
attaining and maintaining of those goals. They are 110% behind me, and that support system has
been awesome. I've found that life at the Ice Chamber mimics life in the real world. If you can get
through the daily challenge of working out and pushing yourself to the limit, then you can push
yourself in every other aspect of life. Maya and Steve live that philosophy and have graciously shared
that with me. They are both exceptional people who are dedicated to the well being of their clients."
Natalise
Singer / Songwriter / Recording Artist
www.natalisemusic.com
| Testimonial: "I got hit with a freak accident that put pressure against the outside of my knee, buckling it inward. It hurt, I yelled and was lying clutching my knee thinking..."oh man, that's it, my BJJ years are over..." . Well the next morning, to my surprise, I walked down our bedroom stairs with just a little stiffness. I've avoided a serious injury and I'm recovering fast.... What made the difference? All of the fantastic training I've been doing with Steve and Maya! There is no doubt in my mind that their conditioning saved me from a serious injury and months off the mat. Thanks guys!" Alan Pagle Berkeley Police Officer Mixed Martial Arts Trainer, Modern Combatives www.moderncombatives.com |
Testimonial:
"Every once in a while you find that special place where you know you belong. The Ice Chamber is
that place for us."
"My wife and I were determined to not sign up for another traditional fitness club – monotonously
moving from machine to machine in an attempt to get fit. We wanted something more. We wanted
to enjoy exercising – even though we did not know what that would look like."
"The Ice Chamber has exceeded all our expectations -- making exercise fun and totally addictive.
They have created a created a variety of dynamic programs of ever changing group exercises that
will challenge the unfit and yet push the most successful athlete."
"The magic, beyond the energy and talent that Steve and Maya bring to their clients, is exercising in
a group – with people who share your goals and constantly encourage you. At the Ice Chamber,
‘good people’ surround me – people I enjoy seeing each day..."
Douglas Reeves
IT Manager
"Every once in a while you find that special place where you know you belong. The Ice Chamber is
that place for us."
"My wife and I were determined to not sign up for another traditional fitness club – monotonously
moving from machine to machine in an attempt to get fit. We wanted something more. We wanted
to enjoy exercising – even though we did not know what that would look like."
"The Ice Chamber has exceeded all our expectations -- making exercise fun and totally addictive.
They have created a created a variety of dynamic programs of ever changing group exercises that
will challenge the unfit and yet push the most successful athlete."
"The magic, beyond the energy and talent that Steve and Maya bring to their clients, is exercising in
a group – with people who share your goals and constantly encourage you. At the Ice Chamber,
‘good people’ surround me – people I enjoy seeing each day..."
Douglas Reeves
IT Manager
| Testimonial: "Steve and Maya are fantastic trainers! They focus on creating the best possible results for me, using their extensive knowledge and passion to motivate me to strive for peak physical conditioning. The results speak for themselves. I look and feel strong and fit!" Victoria Theodore, M.A. Professional Pianist Keyboard Player for Stevie Wonder www.vtmusicworks.com |
Testimonial:
"Maya and Steve are amazing people, athletes, and trainers.I came to Maya and Steve
with no previous strength training experience and after one workout with them I was
hooked. Maya and Steve are able to identify their client’s natural abilities and tailor a
program that takes them to their optimal performance goals."
"Their mindfulness to both the physical and mental aspects of strength training has
given me new strength, technique, and confidence both inside and out of the gym. With
their expertise and encouragement, I have completed three sprint triathlons and a 62.5
mile bike ride. I can honestly say I could have never done it without them!!!"
Hillary Alejo, MSW
Oncology Social Worker
"Maya and Steve are amazing people, athletes, and trainers.I came to Maya and Steve
with no previous strength training experience and after one workout with them I was
hooked. Maya and Steve are able to identify their client’s natural abilities and tailor a
program that takes them to their optimal performance goals."
"Their mindfulness to both the physical and mental aspects of strength training has
given me new strength, technique, and confidence both inside and out of the gym. With
their expertise and encouragement, I have completed three sprint triathlons and a 62.5
mile bike ride. I can honestly say I could have never done it without them!!!"
Hillary Alejo, MSW
Oncology Social Worker
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Testimonial:
"For as long as I can remember, working out was something I endured – not
enjoyed. My typical goals were to get in, burn a few calories and get out as soon
as possible. When I read about the Ice Chamber, I thought I would do a quick 4-
week boot camp, burn some fat, lose some weight, build a little muscle and be
gone. But after the first week, I knew I was hooked. I craved working out. Me. Who
would’ve thought?"
"I’ve never met anyone who truly enjoys what they do as much as Steve and Maya.
Their enthusiasm is contagious and keeps me going even when I feel I can’t do
another rep. They’ve helped me overcome the negative voices in my head that tell
me I can’t do it, that I should just quit. Now my workout goals are to push myself to
my limits, stay focused and be powerful. Oh, and have I mentioned the
endorphins? "
Shari Gallin Washburn, M.A.
Educational Consultant
"For as long as I can remember, working out was something I endured – not
enjoyed. My typical goals were to get in, burn a few calories and get out as soon
as possible. When I read about the Ice Chamber, I thought I would do a quick 4-
week boot camp, burn some fat, lose some weight, build a little muscle and be
gone. But after the first week, I knew I was hooked. I craved working out. Me. Who
would’ve thought?"
"I’ve never met anyone who truly enjoys what they do as much as Steve and Maya.
Their enthusiasm is contagious and keeps me going even when I feel I can’t do
another rep. They’ve helped me overcome the negative voices in my head that tell
me I can’t do it, that I should just quit. Now my workout goals are to push myself to
my limits, stay focused and be powerful. Oh, and have I mentioned the
endorphins? "
Shari Gallin Washburn, M.A.
Educational Consultant
Testimonial:
"I just returned from my trip to Utah, where I was teaching a whitewater course for the
National Outdoor Leadership School."
"The Ice Chamber was invaluable preparation for the expedition. My body was able to keep
up while I was teaching whitewater kayaking, and rowing support rafts. Most importantly,
my strength kept me from getting injured while loading and unloading tons of
equipment during the trip, which is vital in such remote locations."
Andy Reimers
Kayak & Kiteboard Instructor
Field Instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School
"I just returned from my trip to Utah, where I was teaching a whitewater course for the
National Outdoor Leadership School."
"The Ice Chamber was invaluable preparation for the expedition. My body was able to keep
up while I was teaching whitewater kayaking, and rowing support rafts. Most importantly,
my strength kept me from getting injured while loading and unloading tons of
equipment during the trip, which is vital in such remote locations."
Andy Reimers
Kayak & Kiteboard Instructor
Field Instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School
Testimonial:
"I feel so lucky to have found the Ice Chamber! I think that Steve and Maya have created a uniquely supportive
yet challenging environment at the Ice Chamber, where anyone can be successful and get fit. I originally
signed up for the Bootcamp Express hoping to take off the extra weight I’d been carrying around after having
two kids. Not only did that extra weight come off (I dropped four sizes), but I found that meeting the challenges
of the workouts has been truly empowering for me. I’m stronger not just physically but mentally and
emotionally as well. I now seek challenge in all aspects of my life, and I prioritize physical fitness, as I can
feel the difference it makes in my happiness and health. It really has been an amazing, transformative
experience that I don’t think any place but the Ice Chamber could have guided me through."
Joanna Sapir
High School Teacher
"I feel so lucky to have found the Ice Chamber! I think that Steve and Maya have created a uniquely supportive
yet challenging environment at the Ice Chamber, where anyone can be successful and get fit. I originally
signed up for the Bootcamp Express hoping to take off the extra weight I’d been carrying around after having
two kids. Not only did that extra weight come off (I dropped four sizes), but I found that meeting the challenges
of the workouts has been truly empowering for me. I’m stronger not just physically but mentally and
emotionally as well. I now seek challenge in all aspects of my life, and I prioritize physical fitness, as I can
feel the difference it makes in my happiness and health. It really has been an amazing, transformative
experience that I don’t think any place but the Ice Chamber could have guided me through."
Joanna Sapir
High School Teacher
Testimonial:
"... this is one of the best things I have done for myself in a long time. I feel stronger, better overall,
and have more energy during the day (and that's just after one month). I have been to gyms
before and worked with personal trainers, and you guys have offered the best experience I've ever
had, by a long shot. It seems like you care very much about your clients, and I can tell during work
outs that everyone feels supported at the Ice Chamber. Thanks for such a great program and
positive experience."
Jeremy Steinkoler
Professional Musician & Drummer (Mofone)
Co-founder of BandWorks
"... this is one of the best things I have done for myself in a long time. I feel stronger, better overall,
and have more energy during the day (and that's just after one month). I have been to gyms
before and worked with personal trainers, and you guys have offered the best experience I've ever
had, by a long shot. It seems like you care very much about your clients, and I can tell during work
outs that everyone feels supported at the Ice Chamber. Thanks for such a great program and
positive experience."
Jeremy Steinkoler
Professional Musician & Drummer (Mofone)
Co-founder of BandWorks
Testimonial:
"Morning Bootcamp changed my life in the last few months; not to mention my body, my mood and my
attitude toward my family at breakfast after workouts. At the chilly break of dawn the crew's smiles and
genuine interest warms my heart, then it is serious work and sweat - every cell in my body smiles.
The 45 minutes of the work pass so fast. It is never the same, never boring and never short of
encouraging attitude and great humor."
"As a psychologist who believes in healing the soul through talk I can’t say enough about the change
of mood through the body. I recommend it to anyone who wants to feel stronger, happier, and add
more positive energy to life."
Dr. Tali Barr
Clinical Psychologist
"Morning Bootcamp changed my life in the last few months; not to mention my body, my mood and my
attitude toward my family at breakfast after workouts. At the chilly break of dawn the crew's smiles and
genuine interest warms my heart, then it is serious work and sweat - every cell in my body smiles.
The 45 minutes of the work pass so fast. It is never the same, never boring and never short of
encouraging attitude and great humor."
"As a psychologist who believes in healing the soul through talk I can’t say enough about the change
of mood through the body. I recommend it to anyone who wants to feel stronger, happier, and add
more positive energy to life."
Dr. Tali Barr
Clinical Psychologist
Testimonial:
"After over a decade of experience in wrestling, judo, BJJ and MMA, I've trained with and under
some of the top competitors and coaches in the nation. I've seen what it takes to be the best.
After one session at the Ice Chamber, I knew Steve could deliver on his promise to get me in
the best shape of my life, and put me at the top of my game."
James Valentine
2007 IBJJF Pan American Gold Medalist
Multiple Time North American Grappling Association Medalist and Champion
Multiple Time Grappler's Quest Medalist and Champion
"After over a decade of experience in wrestling, judo, BJJ and MMA, I've trained with and under
some of the top competitors and coaches in the nation. I've seen what it takes to be the best.
After one session at the Ice Chamber, I knew Steve could deliver on his promise to get me in
the best shape of my life, and put me at the top of my game."
James Valentine
2007 IBJJF Pan American Gold Medalist
Multiple Time North American Grappling Association Medalist and Champion
Multiple Time Grappler's Quest Medalist and Champion
Testimonial:
"The Ice Chamber is my happy place. I am always truly excited to get there and find out
what the top notch training crew has come up with on any given day… Having retired from
the sport of gymnastics more years ago than I'd like to admit, the IC has allowed me to
see, and to be pleasantly surprised by, what my body is still capable of doing. The
workouts are designed to push you as hard as you want to go, without being discouraging
to the "newbies" (new bootcampers). I could go on, but 10 a.m. Core Class is calling, and
I'm off to my Happy Place."
Jill Sprague
Employment & Labor Law Attorney
2x NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Champion
2x Pac-10 Gymnast-of-the-Year
"The Ice Chamber is my happy place. I am always truly excited to get there and find out
what the top notch training crew has come up with on any given day… Having retired from
the sport of gymnastics more years ago than I'd like to admit, the IC has allowed me to
see, and to be pleasantly surprised by, what my body is still capable of doing. The
workouts are designed to push you as hard as you want to go, without being discouraging
to the "newbies" (new bootcampers). I could go on, but 10 a.m. Core Class is calling, and
I'm off to my Happy Place."
Jill Sprague
Employment & Labor Law Attorney
2x NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Champion
2x Pac-10 Gymnast-of-the-Year
Testimonial:
"I just got back from a week-long backpacking trip in the Wyoming Rockies with Mark Richards
where we covered approximately 80 miles in the high country in the course of 6 days. I started
the trip with a lingering leg/calf-injury which perhaps would have caused many people to
cancel the trip. However, I decided to give it a try – in part because I had the confidence from
several months of Ice Chamber training, that I had good enough conditioning and muscle
strength that could protect the injury. Despite a few dicey moments, I was able to complete the
trip and come back with my leg in better condition than when I started the trip....
"...I thought of the impact that the IC and IC community have had on my life. When I started out,
I just wanted to lose a few pounds. After a while, I realized that in addition to losing some
weight, I’d gained a new way of thinking about myself and about fitness. I started looking
forward to the workouts and to seeing the people that had become part of my weekly routine.
Instead of my goals being “remedial” (to “fix a weight problem”), my fitness goals and sense of
self became positive – being in the best overall shape of my life, strong and flexible. This has
started to impact other parts of my life – rather than trying to ‘solve problems’, I’m starting to
look at how I can create a better, more positive life – and believe that I can do so."
Eric Frothingham
Businessman, Attorney, & Non-profit Director
Avid Outdoorsman
"I just got back from a week-long backpacking trip in the Wyoming Rockies with Mark Richards
where we covered approximately 80 miles in the high country in the course of 6 days. I started
the trip with a lingering leg/calf-injury which perhaps would have caused many people to
cancel the trip. However, I decided to give it a try – in part because I had the confidence from
several months of Ice Chamber training, that I had good enough conditioning and muscle
strength that could protect the injury. Despite a few dicey moments, I was able to complete the
trip and come back with my leg in better condition than when I started the trip....
"...I thought of the impact that the IC and IC community have had on my life. When I started out,
I just wanted to lose a few pounds. After a while, I realized that in addition to losing some
weight, I’d gained a new way of thinking about myself and about fitness. I started looking
forward to the workouts and to seeing the people that had become part of my weekly routine.
Instead of my goals being “remedial” (to “fix a weight problem”), my fitness goals and sense of
self became positive – being in the best overall shape of my life, strong and flexible. This has
started to impact other parts of my life – rather than trying to ‘solve problems’, I’m starting to
look at how I can create a better, more positive life – and believe that I can do so."
Eric Frothingham
Businessman, Attorney, & Non-profit Director
Avid Outdoorsman
Testimonial:
“Although I was a national judo champion in Brazil with plenty of physical training
experience, I decided train with Steve at the Ice Chamber to keep me in top shape
for combat sports. The unconventional training style and intensity of the Ice
Chamber is simply the best. Their strength and conditioning program helped me
win a Bronze medal at my very first Brazilin Jiu-Jitsu competition; which happened
to be the world renowned Pan-American Championships!”
Newton Casemiro
2x Brazilian National Judo Champion
9x Goias State Judo Champion
“Although I was a national judo champion in Brazil with plenty of physical training
experience, I decided train with Steve at the Ice Chamber to keep me in top shape
for combat sports. The unconventional training style and intensity of the Ice
Chamber is simply the best. Their strength and conditioning program helped me
win a Bronze medal at my very first Brazilin Jiu-Jitsu competition; which happened
to be the world renowned Pan-American Championships!”
Newton Casemiro
2x Brazilian National Judo Champion
9x Goias State Judo Champion
Testimonial:
"Rowing is a tough sport, but its benefits far outweigh its negatives: the extreme sense of
team, the physical exertion, the importance of a shared goal. I found all these qualities at the
Ice Chamber. I cannot put into words how important my experience was there and how much
I enjoyed it."
Joanna Jacob
3x NCAA Women's Rowing Champion
"Rowing is a tough sport, but its benefits far outweigh its negatives: the extreme sense of
team, the physical exertion, the importance of a shared goal. I found all these qualities at the
Ice Chamber. I cannot put into words how important my experience was there and how much
I enjoyed it."
Joanna Jacob
3x NCAA Women's Rowing Champion
Testimonial:
"My wife Sherry and I were both looking to lose weight after the birth of our second child. She
heard rave reviews about the Ice Chamber so we decided to check it out. After the first workout,
we realized this place meant serious business when it came to physical fitness. The instructors
are super-creative and enthusiastic about uncovering your new physical limits, while the
supportive community of members help encourage you along the way.
6 months later, and both at healthy people's BMIs, Sherry and I can say we our blessed to have
found this place and to have met such wonderful people. Our energy level is way up, and we
have a much more positive outlook throughout our day. I can only hope that more people can
achieve the results that we both have; I encourage everybody to explore the IC!"
Dr. Calvin Deng
Internal Medicine Physician
"My wife Sherry and I were both looking to lose weight after the birth of our second child. She
heard rave reviews about the Ice Chamber so we decided to check it out. After the first workout,
we realized this place meant serious business when it came to physical fitness. The instructors
are super-creative and enthusiastic about uncovering your new physical limits, while the
supportive community of members help encourage you along the way.
6 months later, and both at healthy people's BMIs, Sherry and I can say we our blessed to have
found this place and to have met such wonderful people. Our energy level is way up, and we
have a much more positive outlook throughout our day. I can only hope that more people can
achieve the results that we both have; I encourage everybody to explore the IC!"
Dr. Calvin Deng
Internal Medicine Physician
