Optimize how you look, feel, and Move with Functional Patterns Training

FP Costa Mesa is a training studio in Orange County, California that exclusively utilizes Functional Patterns methodology. 

Welcome

What We OFFER

Our certified Human Biomechanics Specialists exclusively employ Functional Patterns - the cutting edge in personal training and rehab. Whether you're an average joe, an athlete, or someone looking to get out of pain, our one-on-one sessions will give you the tools to elevate you to your best self.

Eliminate Pain & Rehab injuries

- We'll give you the tools to resolve chronic pain and help you recover from nagging injuries that are holding you back from living your life to the fullest.

- When other methods fail to work, Functional Patterns has an excellent track record of not only getting people out of pain, but helping people stay out of pain for good. This is because Functional Patterns addresses issues at the root cause rather than simply treating symptoms.  

Improve Scoliosis & Correct Posture

- Chronic pain is often caused by imbalances in your structure. When your muscles and fascia don't have the proper length-tension relationships, these imbalances can manifest as pain.

- Functional Patterns' unique approach to training takes into account the body's myofascial sling system. We've produced remarkable results on people with neurodegenerative disorders and  conditions such as scoliosis, rounded shoulders, and swayback.

Gain Strength & Increase Athleticism

- Functional Patterns is not just a corrective exercise system. FP is utilized worldwide by many world-class athletes as one of the best strength and conditioning protocols.While other systems encourage people to move in an unrealistic fixed box, Functional Patterns trains people to move in a 3-dimensional reality.

- Olympic wrestler Kyle Dake and Bellator Middleweight Champion Johnny Eblen are two athletes who have utilized Functional Patterns to dig themselves out of nearly career-ending injuries and win world championships.
Overview

about Functional Patterns

Functional Patterns is a training methodology that was founded in 2006 by CEO Naudi Aguilar. FP is the industry leader in biomechanics training. Through FP's proprietary and potent techniques, we are able to achieve results like no other system.

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Services

FUNCTIONAL PATTERNS "FIRST FOUR 4" MOVEMENTS

There’s an evolutionary blueprint to all organisms, and Functional Patterns has been cracking the code in human movement for nearly 15 years. Resulting from tens of thousands of hours in testing, we have pioneered the FP methodology, syncing the physics of our natural environment to our health better than any other system out there. Our conclusion has been to train humans according to their biological movement characteristics: Standing, Walking, Running, and Throwing — The “FP Big 4”. By optimizing these four human functions, achieving better health is not a gamble, but an inevitability. This is what it means to train Functional Patterns.
Success Stories

Testimonials

“At age 50, I tore my Achilles tendon playing basketball and retired from competitive sports. At 64, I had my right hip replaced due to wear & tear which caused chronic joint pain. I gained weight - the heaviest I’ve ever been. I felt sluggish and had aches in my shoulders, hips, and feet. When I tried Functional Patterns with Andy, I was surprised that the exercises didn’t involve heavy lifting. More importantly, the exercises didn’t cause pain to my surgically repaired joints. In the past, I would eat until I was stuffed. Now, I don’t limit myself, and I’m surprised how sustainable it is. I haven’t felt this good since I was 30. I’m so pleased I can throw a baseball with my grandson using my surgically repaired left shoulder. FP has made my life pain-free!”

Jimmy, 71

I was born with pectus excavatum. I had major pain in my left hip/groin area that stemmed from running and made me unable to run more than 2 miles at once. I had recurring low back pain on both sides that would be aggravated by many of the workouts I was doing before FP. After training FP, I am in the best shape of my life. My rib flare and chest indentation have drastically reduced with all of the deliberate chambers that Andy has taught me. FP has gotten me to a point where I no longer experience any hip pain when I run. None of the FP exercises aggravate my back, and in fact, have helped build enough muscle to prevent back pain in my daily life. I also completely changed my diet - no processed foods and I eat red meat, dairy, eggs, & fruit. My stomach feels much better - I can tolerate dairy, have regular bowel movements and increased energy levels.

MATT,  27

"I’m grateful I found Andy. Training with him has highlighted my dysfunctions and what I need to correct. The lingering pain is gone and I feel stronger, more connected, and engaged."

Isamael is a OC Biomechanics member from Hunington Beach, CA.
Ismael, 35 from Huntington Beach

"Right after my 70th birthday, I started training 18 months ago using the Functional Patterns method. During my lifetime, I've had Achilles tendon surgery, left and right hip replacements, and shoulder reconstruction. Before starting Functional Patterns, I weighed 169lbs. Heavy for someone only 5'6''. I currently weight 143lbs, but more importantly, I have zero joint pain in my entire body now. I feel light on my feet and my balance and energy have greatly improved as well as my mental state. I have not felt this good since I was 30. Much improved quality of life!"

Jimmy is a OC Biomechanics member from Westminster, CA.
Jimmy, 71 from Westminster

"Before working with Andy, I had daily tightness and pain in my hips and lower back. As a dedicated practitioner, Andy has helped me integrate Functional Patterns training to quickly get to a place where I no longer feel pain, allowing me to get back to doing the things I love to do. Andy is extremely knowledgeable of his craft and is able to clearly convey detailed information and demystify the confusing world of health and fitness." 

Wes is a OC Biomechanics member from Anaheim, CA.
Wes, 32 from Anaheim
FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions

What services do you offer? Do you offer group classes? 

We only offer one-on-one sessions. Unlike other methods, Functional Patterns is meant to be highly individualized to your specific imbalances - this allows us to apply the corrective techniques precisely to make drastic changes to your body.

Our in-person sessions are conducted in our studio in Orange County. For people who are not local to the Orange County area, we do offer one-on-one online sessions via Zoom or Facetime.

Are there any prerequisites prior to training one-on-one sessions?

We highly recommend that you either complete the Functional Patterns 10-Week Online Course prior to starting your one-on-one training sessions or go through it simultaneously while starting your training sessions. While it is not mandatory prior to starting your training, it educates you on foundational concepts that you’ll be utilizing throughout your FP journey and enables you to get more out of your training sessions. Clients who have gone through the 10-Week Course get better results than those who haven’t. 

Note that in times when we’re fully booked with a waitlist, we will prioritize training first the people on the waitlist who have purchased the 10-Week course over those who haven’t.

Who is Functional Patterns meant for?

Functional Patterns has proven to be effective across a wide variety of demographics. Regardless of your age, gender, athletic background, or injury history, FP techniques are fundamentally designed to optimize you as a HUMAN BEING.

Functional Patterns practitioners across the world have produced drastic results with clients with neurodegenerative disorders, scoliosis, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s disease, full joint replacements, and much more. While we don’t guarantee results for your unique situation, we are confident that your quality of life can be improved by optimizing the four fundamental movement patterns - standing, walking, running, and throwing. When you improve these functions, everything else tends to improve as well.

What makes Functional Patterns different from other methods?

The root cause of your imbalances, injuries, and dysfunctions can almost always be traced back to poor biomechanics. These faulty movement patterns lead to too much tension in undesired areas and a lack of tension in the right areas. While other methods look to treat the symptoms of your pain and injuries for short-term relief, Functional Patterns gets to the source in order to eliminate your pain for good.

We treat the body how it's meant to function - as one interconnected unit. We account for more variables in your movement with a much greater degree of precision than other methods. This is why Functional Patterns practitioners across the world have been able to produce remarkable results on people from all walks of life regardless of age, gender, background, or athletic capability. Don’t take our word for it - check out the thousands of before and after results on the Functional Patterns website and Instagram pages.

Will Functional Patterns help me improve strength and fitness or is it only appropriate for people who are injured or need corrective exercise? 

Functional Patterns is not only one of the most proven methods for rehabilitating people who are in pain or injured, but it is also a highly effective protocol to improve strength, fitness, and athleticism simultaneously. Both regular people and professional athletes alike have utilized Functional Patterns to get in the best physical shape of their life. Two examples of world-class athletes who have used Functional Patterns as their primary strength and conditioning regimen are MMA world champion Johnny Eblen and Olympic wrestler Kyle Dake. 

The neat thing about training Functional Patterns is that regardless of your specific goal, all the training we do improves multiple physical qualities simultaneously (strength, stability, fat loss, muscular endurance, etc). Our method blends rehab and strength training in one to save you time and kill two birds with one stone. 

How many times a week do I need to train in-person sessions? 

Our clients who have gotten the best results train hourly 1-on-1 sessions with a practitioner anywhere from 1-3 times a week. The frequency will vary depending on your current physical state, goals, and schedule to make it work for you. In addition to the in-person sessions, we will assign techniques for you to practice on your own - this work you do on your own is essential for making progress. We are here to guide you, but you are ultimately the one who is responsible for your own health and wellness.

What equipment will I need to practice the workouts on my own?

The great news is that Functional Patterns requires very minimal equipment compared to other workout programs. You can practice the workouts in any commercial gym or simply purchase cheap, easily-obtainable tools to practice at home without needing to go to the gym at all! The tools required include:

  • Resistance Bands or Pulley Machine 
  • Light Dumbbells 
  • Mirror (for monitoring your form)
  • Self Myofascial Release Tools (Theracane, Lacrosse Ball, Soft Medicine Ball) 
Location

Find our Facility

We’re located near the 405 Freeway, John Wayne Airport, and South Coast Plaza.

Functional Patterns Costa Mesa

3801 S Harbor Blvd Suite A
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 468-5382

Monday-Friday: 6 AM - 7 PM
Saturday: 6 AM - 4 PM
Sunday: Closed

Secure your spot

During your 90-minute consultation with us, we'll assess your posture and gait cycle to learn about your imbalances before introducing you to basic Functional Patterns corrective exercise.
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