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I am a personal trainer and group fitness instructor with over 30 years of experience, and in that time, I have seen fads come and go. My training philosophy is simple: I believe in functional fitness – training my clients for life’s everyday challenges, not just in the gym.
Certifications
NASM CPT (certified personal trainer)
AFAA GFI(group fitness instructor), ACE Certified Health Coach, Balanced Bodies Pilates Mat 1 & 2, Schwinn Indoor Cycling Instructor, TRX Level 1 Suspension Trainer, Livestrong at the Y Trainer, Enhance Fitness Trainer, Parkinson's Network Exercise Trainer, Arthritis Foundation Exercise Instructor, Moving for Better Balance Instructor, Trigger Point Foam Rolling Instructor, CPR/AED Certified
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I’m a former 300-pound lineman who played on Linden High’s undefeated state champion football team, then continued playing football and wrestling at Muhlenberg College. I earned my JD from Delaware Law and work full-time as a managing attorney. I’ve been certified through AFAA since 2000 and most recently through NASM in 2025. I’m passionate about promoting exercise for health and weight control.
Specialties
Health & Weight Control
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Personal Trainer
As a former athlete and future physical therapist, fitness and wellness are an important part of my life. My goals are to make a positive impact within my community and to help others achieve their goals here at the YMCA.
Quote To Live By:
“You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.” - Michael Jordan
Certifications
B.S. Exercise Science, Doctor of Physical Therapy, AHA BLS CPR Certified, Former athletic team strength trainer at the University of Scranton
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Personal Trainer
I'm a certified personal trainer, yoga instructor, and holistic health coach with over 10 years of experience working with clients from age 7 to 95. I bring uplifting energy to every session and believe true health comes from aligning the body, mind, and spirit. Outside the gym, I enjoy exploring nature, wandering through the city, and going on spontaneous adventures. Ready to make a change? The time is now.
Specialties
TRX Training, All Ages and Levels, Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training, Health and Lifestyle Coaching, Yoga Stretching, Cardiovascular Improvement.
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer, 200 RYT Yoga Instructor, Institute for Integrated Nutrition certified Health Coach, Certified TRX Functional Trainer.
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Hi, I’m Sam, an ACE-certified trainer passionate about helping women over 40 feel strong and in control of their health, especially through peri- and menopause. I used to be a police officer in London, which taught me resilience and discipline. Since moving to the U.S. in 2017, I’ve been focused on making strength training approachable and empowering at any age or stage.
Specialties
Strength & Conditioning
Favorite Workout
Weight Training
Certifications
ACE Personal Trainer, U.K. and Europe Qualified Personal Trainer with Lifetime Training, Kettlebells Instructor.
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I’ve been a certified personal trainer since 2013 and with the Summit Area YMCA since 2014. My focus is on strength training and corrective movement to help people move better, feel better, and live better. Whether you’re returning to fitness, managing limitations, or training for performance, I’ll meet you where you are.
Specialties
Strength training and corrective movement for all fitness levels
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer, CES Certified, PES Certifield, CWPC, CSAC, NSPA, TRX Level 2, LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA Certified Coach
Personal Trainer
I believe in showing up every day, whether I feel like it or not. Exercise is my therapy, discipline, and way of honoring the body I’ve been given. I train clients to be strong in life, not just in the gym.
Specialties
Active older adults, working with special needs adults and children, training cancer patients
Favorite Workout
Rowing & Boxing
Certifications
ACE Personal Trainer, NETA Personal Trainer, Johnny G Spin, TRX Level 1, CPR/AED
Personal Trainer
I have been a member of the Wellness Staff at the Summit YMCA since 1997 and an ACE certified trainer since 2003. I enjoy working with my clients to design workouts based on their needs and goals, mixing cardio and strength to help them on a path to achieve these goals.
Certifications
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
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