Maya Lin Sugarman crafts imaginative sessions, grounded in knowledge.
Maya (she/they) is a fitness coach and yoga instructor who blends strength training with mindful movement. She leads sessions that energize, and help you move with more ease and confidence.
Maya’s powerlifting and yoga practice began in the spring of 2014, when she was 24 and processing the recent loss of her mother. Physical movement became a powerful medium for Maya to work through the early stages of grief.
Through strength training, Maya discovered a new sense of self-confidence that carried into her life outside the gym.
After a decade-long career as a journalist, Maya quit her job to pursue the independent work she always dreamed of. Most recently, she created the Apple Original podcast Magnificent Jerk. Throughout her career, physical movement has played an essential role in her creative process.
My own movement journey changed me in ways I never expected. I’m so excited to help with yours. Let’s discover your strength together through personal training.
What does a typical personal training session with Maya look like?
Self-myofascial rolling to release muscular adhesions
Static, active and dynamic stretching through yoga
Exercises to improve core activation and balance
Skill development and resistance training
Cool down with passive assisted stretching
Rebalance the nervous system with a closing meditation
The four pillars of Maya’s teaching philosophy
✨ Understanding our complex anatomies helps us cultivate more self-compassion.
✨ Our bodies are all unique. My personal training is a partnered exploration between coach and client.
✨ Physical movement can be a form of creativity, and a means of breaking through creative blocks.
✨ Strength training helps cultivate a confidence that spills into all other parts of our life outside the gym.
Ready to take the next step?
Group Classes at Highland Park Yoga
Tuesdays at 12:30 pm
Wednesdays at 9:30 am
60-minute all levels flow
Private Yoga
I offer private group and individual classes. Rates vary depending on group size, number of classes, location, if mats and props need to be provided, etc… We’ll craft the right class for your needs. Email me to learn more.
Certifications
Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist, 2025 (in-progress)
Certified Personal Trainer, NCCA-accreditted NASM CPT, 2024
Registered Yoga Teacher, Highland Park Yoga, RYT-200, 2023
Adult CPR/AED Certified, American Red Cross, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Location & Parking
Training sessions and consultations take place at Everybody Los Angeles. Free parking is available at Everybody or across the street at Rio de Los Angeles State Park State Recreation Area.
Pricing
Consultations require a $55 deposit and are FREE with the purchase of a session package. Single session rate is $130, with discounts available via session packages. View Rates and Packages.
Gym Membership
Non-members can purchase a $15 day pass upon arrival. If you’re interested in becoming an Everybody Los Angeles member, check here for rates.
24-Hour Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the start of your appointment to receive an automatic refund of the session credit or the full cost of the consultation. No-shows and late cancellations within 24 hours result in a session credit automatically deducted from your account or a charge of the full cost of the consultation.