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Inside Montecito Fitness with equipment to use during training session

ABOUT US

ABOUT MONTECITO FITNESS

      We do Personal Training & we do it well. 

 

Montecito Fitness is Montecito’s premier private luxury training studio, built for those who expect more than a typical gym. Designed for those who value privacy, exclusivity, and results, our spacious, high-end facility is dedicated to one-on-one training, ensuring every session is intentional, focused, and built around your goals.

     This is not just a gym—it’s a hub for health and performance, where driven individuals come to train with purpose, precision, and expertise. We go beyond the workout, providing the knowledge, support, and technique to help you move better, build strength, and train without pain. With an emphasis on mobility, control, and quality movement, Montecito Fitness is where refined training meets real results—so you can perform at your best, in the gym and in life.

Ben & Kaitlyn Kirkwood the owners on Montecito Fitness

OUR TEAM

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Coach Ben

Experience & Education:

 BS Exercise Sports Science - WCU

 TPI Certified Golf Instructor

 Collegiate Athlete in Football, Basketball & Track

 Pro Athlete in High Jumper

Training Experience: 10+


 Beginner - Friendly

 Golf Specific Training

 Mens Physique Transformation

"I believe that consistency & routine are the two pillars of achieving anything. I show up everyday to continue to practice those two pillars for myself, and work my hardest knowing I have the power to inspire & guide clients to do the same." - Coach Ben 

Kaitlyn Kirkwood - Owner of Montecito Fitness

Coach Kaitlyn

Experience & Education:

BS Kinesiology - CBU 

Corrective Exercise Specialist 

Kettlebell Specialist 

Training Experience: 10+ Years

 Kettlebell Specialist
Womens Strength & Muscle   Building

 Womens Transformation

 Corrective Exercise

Prehab/ Rehab Techniques

 
"I grew up not understanding the importance of eating well and training & I feel so incredibly fortunate to have found fitness & to have the ability to educate individuals on the all things body, training & longevity. Movement is medicine & knowledge and support on the topic is one of the greatest investments that one can make." - Coach Kaitlyn

Jon Flake owner of Force Performance

Coach Jon

Experience & Education:

Jon Flake (Force Performance)

Collegiate | Semi Pro Athlete in Rugby

Training Experience: 10+

- Strength and Conditioning 
- Athletes in the NBA, MLB, NFL, Volleyball, Tennis, Pickleball, Rugby, Track and Field, Soccer, and beyond.

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Dr. Shannon Barrett

- Physical Therapist -

Experience & Education:

Board certified Doctor of Physical Therapy

300-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher with 8 years experience

Certified Trauma Sensitive Provider

Bachelors of Science, Biology

A board-certified Physical Therapist, Registered Yoga Instructor, and certified trauma-sensitive provider specializing in holistic pain management.

OUR LOCATION

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