Great Park Physical Therapy & Fitness - Irvine, CA

888 Ridge Valley, Irvine, CA 92618

Physical Therapy Clinic & Fitness Center in Irvine

At Evolution Physical Therapy & Fitness – Great Park, Irvine, we’re here to help you move better, recover faster, and reach your personal best. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, rehabbing post-surgery, or training for your next fitness goal, our Irvine clinic combines expert physical therapy, fitness classes and training programs, and personalized recovery services, all in one convenient location at the Great Park Ice Arena.

We proudly serve Irvine, Lake Forest, Tustin, Newport Beach, and the surrounding Orange County communities. With our central location at the Great Park Ice Arena, residents and athletes alike can access high-quality physical therapy, performance training, and recovery services just minutes from home or work.

Physical Therapy Services & Fitness Classes in Orange County

Finding the right physical therapy and fitness partner makes a huge difference in recovery and performance. At Evolution, our Great Park physical therapy clinic in Irvine is dedicated to helping you reduce pain, restore movement, and build strength, whether you’re returning to your sport, preparing for a race, or just want to move through your day with confidence.

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Physical Therapy in Irvine

Our Great Park physical therapy team provides personalized care for injuries, pain, and post-surgical recovery. From back and knee pain to shoulder injuries and sports-related conditions, we create individualized plans to help you regain mobility and build strength through services, such as manual therapy, assisted stretching, sports massage, or dry needling.

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Fitness & Performance Training in Irvine

We offer personal training, group classes, and sport-specific conditioning designed to improve strength, mobility, and overall performance. Whether you are training for competition or looking to move better in your daily life, our programs are led by licensed physical therapists and certified athletic trainers to help you succeed.

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HYROX Training in Irvine

Our Great Park physical therapy clinic offers Hyrox training, a high-intensity functional fitness program focused on endurance, strength, and athletic performance. Perfect for competitive athletes or anyone looking for a tough, full-body workout, Hyrox combines running, rowing, sled pushes, wall balls, and more; all guided by certified trainers.

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Recovery in Irvine

Our Great Park clinic offers a wide range of recovery services, including recovery boots and deep tissue massages to help reduce soreness, speed healing, and keep your body performing at its best, whether you’re bouncing back from an injury, a tough workout, or surgery. We also provide expert guidance to help prevent future injuries and keep you moving strong long-term.

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Conditions Treated at Our Great Park Physical Therapy Clinic in Irvine

Our physical therapists treat a wide range of injuries and conditions, helping patients in Irvine and Orange County move comfortably and confidently. We work one-on-one with you to design effective, customized care plans for healing, pain management, and post-surgical recovery. Common conditions we treat include:

Physical Therapists in Irvine

Our Great Park team is made up of highly trained physical therapists and fitness trainers who are committed to helping you move, recover, and perform at your best. We combine hands-on manual therapy, personalized movement coaching, and targeted strength and conditioning programs to create plans tailored to your needs.

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Rick Hernandez
PT, DPT, CSCS, XPS
Physical Therapist
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Rick HernandezPT, DPT, CSCS, XPS
Physical Therapist
Education
  • San Diego State University
  • BS. Kinesiology, Pre-Physical Therapy
  • University of St. Augustine, San Marcos
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • 10 years NSCA-Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • EXOS Performance Specialist (XPS)
Professional Passions
  • Head Physical Therapist for Orange County Soccer Club

More About Evolution Great Park

Staff Certifications: See More Details

Our Great Park staff has a wide range of experience in physical therapy and performance training, and has been certified in the following: 

• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Strength and Conditioning Certification
• Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Certification
•Movement and Mobility Specialist Certified
•Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Certified

Languages Spoken: See More Details

• English
• Spanish

Insurances Accepted: See More Details

We accept Medicare and most PPO insurance plans. Call us to confirm your benefits, ask questions about your insurance, or about our self-pay rates.

Clinic Hours See More Details

Mon/Wed: 6:30AM-6:00PM
Tue/Thu: 7:00AM-5:00PM
Fri: 6:30AM-3:30PM

Areas Served: See More Details

Costa Mesa
Huntington Beach
• Fountain Valley
• Corona del Mar
Hermosa Beach
• Irvine
Newport

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Scheduling an Appointment (Physical Therapy or Recovery): See More Details

Scheduling an appointment is easy! Complete our online form or call our Great Park clinic to book physical therapy, fitness, or recovery sessions.

What to Expect from Your First Appointment: See More Details

Your first appointment usually takes about an hour. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in, or save time by completing the New Patient Form online. Don’t forget to bring your ID, insurance info, any prescriptions, and comfortable clothes you can move in. Co-pays and other payments are collected when you check in.

Getting to the Great Park PT Clinic See More Details

Evolution Great Park is located inside of the Great Park Ice Arena, which is at 888 Ridge Valley, Irvine, CA 92618. If you have questions regarding our location, feel free to give us a call at (949) 774-1600.

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