Charles is a thoughtful and encouraging trainer. I had worked with a few other trainers previously, but Charles was the best at understanding my fitness goals and how to obtain them. On a personal note, I enjoy his enthusiasm and sense of humor…I always look forward to seeing him!

Robert Luzzi
Former World Wide Executive Creative Director, Estée Lauder & Laura Mercier Cosmetics

When I started out with Charles, I had not set foot in a gym for over ten years. Charles immediately put me at ease with his approachable, straightforward manner. I never felt pushed beyond a healthy limit, yet I knew I was getting a good workout. Charles is a stickler for good form in all aspects of a movement. He has a vast knowledge of the body's functionality and its various systems and knows how to tailor an exercise to the individual. Most importantly, to me, Charles has a good sense of humor. Without taking away the intensity or seriousness of his instruction, he knows how to establish a rapport with his clients. He helped me compete with myself and not with others on the gym floor. I can't imagine having a better restart to my fitness routine and have benefited from our work together to this day. It is my pleasure to recommend Charles most highly.

Scott Carlton
Owner, Scott Carlton Voice Studio
- scottcarltonstudio.com

I have known Charles Cooperman for over 15 years. I started working out for the first time in my fifties and was looking for an attentive trainer who would be focused, focus on safe, resistance training, and be respectful of my time and my body’s limits. I worked with Charles for over five years, twice a week, and was always amazed at his skill level, his attention to detail, and his insistence on proper technique. He pushed me just the right amount to make me work harder than I ever would have but not beyond my limits. I always looked forward to the time together at the gym, becoming a regular there. Charles intuitively knew when to step up the game, how to change-up the routines, and was always focused on my workout. I have kept up with Charles over the years and watched him grow personally and professionally. He will give you your money’s worth and more. He is knowledgeable, smart, and most of all, personable and attentive to the skills you need to acquire. He will not be distracted by his cell phone-only focusing on you and your training. A full 5-star guy!

Stan Arkow, MD
Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

You know when you join a gym, and they give you a free session with a PT who would rush you through a one-size-fits-all exercise while hard sell you on the service, which makes you question the real value of a PT? I used to be skeptical, too, until I worked with Charles. He assessed my fitness level, strengths, and weaknesses and came up with a program that works for me. It is nothing fancy or intimidating; he works with whatever you have and gradually pushes you to the next level. Who would have thought just an adjustment of the hip here or a correct foot placement there can make a world of differences? He explains and communicates clearly throughout the session. He’s patient, friendly, personable, and hilarious, making working out more fun and less of a chore. He also reminds you to eat healthily and encourages good habits to make it a lifestyle, not just a quick fix. Then you start seeing results, and that’s the ultimate motivation and reward. Thank you, Charles!

Linh N V Tran
Senior Account Manager, Team lead. WebMD

Charles is the best. I've worked with him for specific film roles which required me to be that guy "...in great shape for his age" and the results were excellent (and viewable onscreen). I've stuck with him as my own personal trainer whenever I'm in NY. His combination of broad-based yet specific knowledge, good humor, adaptability and motivation is everything I need (along with a willingness to work hard).

J. K. Simmons
Actor