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Starting any new training program without understanding how your body moves is like setting out on a road trip without checking your tyres or alignment. The foundation matters.
A functional movement screening gives you a clear picture of how your body performs — not just how strong or flexible you are, but how efficiently each joint and muscle works together. It’s the first step toward training smarter, preventing injury, and building strength that lasts.
If you’re searching for a functional movement screen near me or want to understand what happens in your first session, here’s exactly what to expect.
Every body tells a story. Before we start testing, we talk about your background — your training experience, past injuries, daily habits, and what you want to achieve.
This helps me understand how your movement patterns have evolved over time. For example, sitting long hours, repetitive training, or previous injuries all leave clues about how your body compensates.
This conversation shapes how we approach your assessment so it’s personal, precise, and relevant to you.
Next, you’ll be introduced to the Rectify posture tracker — a small wearable device that records your posture throughout daily life. You’ll wear it for a few days so we can see how your body behaves when you’re not consciously thinking about movement.
The data reveals subtle tendencies like slouching during work, shoulder asymmetry, or how your spine reacts during long periods of sitting. This real-world feedback gives context to what we find during the in-person assessment.
By the time we review the results, we’re no longer guessing — we’re working with measurable information about how your body truly moves.
During the in-person movement assessment in West Hollywood, we’ll go through each major joint in the body — ankles, knees, hips, spine, shoulders, and neck. Each one is evaluated for both mobility (how far it moves) and stability (how well it’s controlled).
You’ll perform slow, guided movements that highlight how different areas of your body coordinate. This allows me to identify:
This process takes around an hour. It’s calm, detailed, and fully personalised. Nothing is rushed, because precision matters here.
Once the tests are complete, we’ll combine your posture tracker insights with what I observed during your screening. Together, this gives a 360-degree view of your movement system.
You’ll see how small misalignments in one area affect everything else — for example, how tight hips influence back tension, or how limited thoracic rotation affects shoulder mobility.
This data becomes your personal movement profile. It’s not a score to pass or fail — it’s a roadmap that shows exactly where improvement will create the biggest difference.
Before you leave, you’ll receive a small set of customised exercises that target the key findings from your screening. These might include mobility drills, activation work, or breathing exercises to help restore balance.
The goal is to create immediate progress — something you can feel working from the first week.
This also marks the starting point for your long-term program. The exercises you take home build the foundation for how we’ll progress in your future training sessions.
By the end of your session, you’ll have a clear understanding of:
Clients often describe this experience as an “aha moment” — a shift in how they view their body’s movement and limitations.
Unlike a quick gym assessment or standard seven-test FMS, this process integrates technology, observation, and experience. The mobility evaluation in Los Angeles combines measurable data with a hands-on approach to create truly individualised training.
Most importantly, it’s not about finding faults — it’s about uncovering opportunity. You’ll leave with clarity, direction, and a practical plan to move forward.
How long does the first session take?
It usually lasts around one hour. That includes discussion, movement assessment, and your first set of personalised exercises.
What should I wear to the session?
Comfortable clothing that allows free movement — leggings, shorts, or a t-shirt are ideal.
Will I need to train before the screening?
No preparation is required. The session is low-impact and designed to observe natural movement.
Do I get exercises right away?
Yes. You’ll leave with a few targeted drills to begin improving immediately.
Where is Ramin’s studio located?
Ramin works with clients privately in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, providing functional movement screenings and personalised training plans.
Your first session is where real progress begins. Understanding how your body moves allows every workout after to deliver better results with less risk.
Fill the form below to book in a 1:1 session with Ramin at his studio in West Hollywood.