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DO MOREBE MOREwith YMCA Personal TrainingMeet our nationally-certified personal trainers.
HOW TO GET STARTED with a YMCA Personal Trainer
STEP ONE Contact the Member Experience Director at your local YMCA or visit Member Services to purchase personal training sessions.
STEP TWO The Member Experience Director will contact you and help you determine the personal trainer that matches your individual needs.
STEP THREE A Personal Trainer will contact you to schedule your first personal training session.
MEMBER EXPERIENCE DIRECTORS:Shaun Nick, Broadview Center, 436.9519Marcia Sengstock, Downtown Center, 436.9667Stacy Ryan, East Side Center, 436.1231
West Side Center, 436.9523
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EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Natural Resources –Fox Valley Technical College, Appleton, Phlebotomy – Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College, Green Bay
CERTIFICATIONS: NFPT, Certified Personal Trainer, YMCA Certified Strength and Conditioning, Certified TRX Instructor
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Overall Health and Fitness
EXPERIENCE: I have been with the Y since December 2012. I work as a Member Wellbeing staff, Kettlebell instructor, and TRX instructor. I have always been active and enjoyed the outdoors, but I never truly worked out until my son was born in 2003. Not long after his birth, I began running and fell in love with it. I have competed in 5k, 10k and Half Marathons. I love competing against myself, always striving to be better than before. I’ve also struggled with PCOS, an endocrine disorder, and have learned the importance of fitness and eating properly. I understand firsthand how difficult it can be
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: If you want it, then I want to help you achieve your goal. We need to work together and at times it will be hard: you might want to quit. But when you’re done, whether it is a tough workout or you meet a goal, you will the love the feeling of accomplishment.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: My family, both the good and the bad. I’ve watched my husband find a “love” for working out and have seen him reach goals he never thought he could. I’ve also watched love ones who have struggled with health and weight issues and ultimately lost. I want to be a role model for others. I have two young kids and I want them to see the benefits of working out, not just for now but for the long run.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: I love it when I see someone going for the heavier weight, because they know they can do it! Watching strength and confidence grow with clients is a great thing to see
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: I love using Kettlebells, TRX, and bodyweight. I also like to incorporate interval and circuit training
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON FACEBOOK:[email protected] www.facebook.com/ymcamichellebabcock
MichelleBabcock, NFPT-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
CERTIFICATIONS: NASM certified Personal Trainer through the National Personal Training Institution, Health and Nutrition, YMCA Strength & Conditioning Specialist
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Circuits, Intervals, and weight loss. I personal train as well as coach to your needs.
EXPERIENCE: I have been employed here at the YMCA since 2011 and have been a certified Personal Trainer since 2010.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: I enjoy pushing clients to be their best by setting an example in my own personal fitness. I practice what I preach, and I expect my clients to follow suit. I’m here to educate, motivate, innovate and appreciate.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I’ve always taken part in team sports as well as being a team player here at the YMCA. Fitness is my passion, always has been, always will be!
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Always when my clients come to me with a big smile and news that they are achieving goals/ seeing results!
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Using the space around the YMCA. I will take our program anywhere in the building.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
BrandonBaker, NASM-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:UW Stevens Point - Bachelor’s of Science Degree - Major in Health Promotion and Wellness, Minor in Nutrition
CERTIFICATIONS: NSCA – Certified Personal Trainer, YMCA Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Certified LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Instructor, and Body Training Systems Certified Instructor for Group Power and Group Core.
AREA OF SPECIALTY Clients who want to get back in shape, lose weight, and learn fun new ways to exercise!
EXPERIENCE: I have been Personal Training and teaching group fitness classes since 2011 and began instructing LIVESTRONG at the YMCA (a program for cancer survivors) in 2013. In the past, I have had the experience of working with gastric bypass surgery patients as well as wellness coaching for corporation’s employees. Supervised Group Fitness for a total of 2 years (between two different locations).
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: Finding exercises you enjoy that work you hard! There is a reason why you are here. When your reason is revealed, it is a constant reminder for you to give each workout your best and to not give up. Hard work pays off!
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: As a child, I loved being active and was in sports all year round, but was still overweight. It didn’t click with me until my junior year of High School that physical activity is just as important as nutrition. With a lot of hard work and dedication I was able to get to where I wanted to be to feel comfortable in my own skin. My junior year of college I decided to take on the challenge of training for my first full marathon. That was the first time in my life I truly believed in mind over matter. I never envisioned myself running 26.2 miles…ever! Experiencing my own success influenced my career path in wanting to motivate others in achieving their life goals. There is nothing more rewarding than being a part of an individual’s journey; to watch an individual set their own goals and accomplish them is the best feeling in the world!
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: To witness an individual accomplish their goal and gain total confidence in themselves is amazing to see!
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Our body weight is a great tool in itself! Beyond that I enjoy the Kettlebells, TRX, and interval training.
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON FACEBOOK:[email protected] https://www.facebook.com/pages/Breaking-Real-Barriers-with-Brittany
Brittany Bord, NSCA-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:Bachelors Degree in Health and Human Performance and Recreation with a minor in Health Promotion from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater.
CERTIFICATIONS: Personal Fitness Trainer through World Instructor Training Schools, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: All around fitness.
EXPERIENCE: I’ve taken kinesiology and physiology classes at whitewater, and worked as a member well being for 8 months now learning about exercises and the way the body works.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: Work hard and fast with short breaks in between.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 13, this made me realize how fragile life is. I then wanted to strive to live a healthier and happier life.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: When the client told me that this was the best and happiest that she has felt in over 10 years.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: My favorite exercise is the Burpee, and my favorite training tool is the stability ball.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
TylerCaelwarts, WITS-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: University of North Carolina at Asheville - Bachelor of Arts in Economics & Minor in Management
CERTIFICATIONS: Nationally Certified Personal Trainer, Nationally Certified Triathlon Coach, YMCA Strength & Conditioning Certified, YMCA Group Fitness Instructor Certification.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Endurance training, including triathlon, marathon and goal setting. Motivating clients to stay on track with their health and fitness.
EXPERIENCE: Runner of varying distances for 30+ years, inaugural Louisville Ironman finisher, 50 mile Fall 50 finisher, completed 35+ marathons (including all Cellcom Green Bay marathons), pace team leader for the Cellcom Green Bay Marathon, sat on original steering committee for the Green Bay Running Club.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: Customize to fit the individual’s availability, abilities and goals. Business background, business approach. If a program is put together that is mutually agreed upon, it is my expectation it will be followed.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Innate sense to help others.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Not one specific, but seeing people finish a goal he/she felt was not possible.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Functional training.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
CraigCongdon, NETA-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
CERTIFICATIONS: WITS Personal Training Certification, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Free weights, TRX and my favorite, body weight exercises.
EXPERIENCE: I have worked for the Y since 2003. I have been personal training since 2011, a member well being staff since 2011 and have taught TRX since 2012. Prior to personal training I worked as business staff and a swim instructor.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY I motivate my clients with patience and understanding. I understand the struggles with losing weight, finding time to exercise and healthy eating.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: At age 6 I became a competitive swimmer and at age 7 I started downhill skiing. I still enjoy swimming and skiing but I love cardio classes and weight lifting to stay in shape. Exercise and fitness is an essential part of my lifestyle and I love to share that with my clients.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: When a client feels empowered to do something extraordinary.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Body weight, TRX and my timer!
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/JanineCopelandPersonalTrainer
JanineCopeland, WITS-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: Associates degree in Business Management
CERTIFICATIONS: ACE certified Personal Trainer, KettleBell Trainer, Group Power Trainer, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: I love to work with anyone big, small, young and not so young. Whether you are building strength or losing weight, or both, I love to help people achieve those goals while learning how to bring balance to their health.
EXPERIENCE: I have worked in fitness since 2007 & have been a Nationally Certified Personal Trainer since 2011.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: I believe that health and fitness is not a one dimensional thing. You really don’t just walk into a gym and walk out and call it a day. I love to teach people how fitness is a three dimensional thing that is not just what we do, but must become what we are! I make workouts FUN, not to be confused with easy, and pride myself in teaching my clients the process of health and fitness. I feel I have reached success when, not only when my client has met their goals, but when they can walk away knowing that they are capable of taking their fitness into their own hands and REMAIN successful.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I have been active all my life but really turned toward a passion in fitness to help deal with the stress, and weight, that being a mother of 6 brings. Fitness has helped me learn so many life skills; determination, strength in body, mind and spirit, and how to have balance in my life. It has bettered my relationships, the core of who I am, and made me physically unstoppable…how can one not be passionate about that!?!
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: I helped a client lose approximately 100 pounds in preparing for a major surgery. She went into the hospital and amazed the nurses with a heart rate and blood pressure of an athlete. Her surgery was a great success! I am so fortunate to be able to affect people in that type of way.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Anything! Variety is the spice of FITNESS!
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON FACEBOOK:[email protected] https://www.facebook.com/TrinityByKimForYourMindBodyAndSoul
KimDart Elsing, ACE-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:Bachelor of Science (Mathematics/Computer Science); St. Norbert College, De Pere
CERTIFICATIONS: ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified (Exercise Nutrition), Certified YMCA Group Fitness Instructor, Certified Keiser Instructor (cycling class)
AREA OF SPECIALTY Strength training and metabolic circuits.
EXPERIENCE: YMCA Employee since 2004; Group Fitness Instructor since 2008 (past: Bodyfit, present: Kettlebells, TRX, and cycling)
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: I like to start with the basics (bodyweight exercises such as lunges, squats, bridges, push-ups) and move from there. Without a good solid base, any “advanced” exercises could end up doing more harm than good. Building strength and fitness is like building a house. Without a good solid foundation, the walls could bow, the roof might sag, the windows may leak, and the foundation could crack. With physical fitness, foundational exercises that involve functional training, good core stability, flexibility and mobility are a must. My goal is to help you find a workout program that is sustainable and consistent. The main focus of a workout session should not be to kill yourself, but to enjoy it, making you want to come back for more
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I have been active all my life and have done a variety of activities; everything from playing “kick the can” in grade school to rowing and competing with the SNC/Le Baie Verte Rowing Club in De Pere as an adult. A good challenge is always in my sights. As a mom of two boys I admit I have always been selfish with my workouts. A happy mom makes a happy home and for me, being fit, strong and healthy practically makes me sing. My boys have grown up seeing this and fitness/healthy eating is a natural part of life for them. I love to work out and enjoy the “high” I get from it. I know “being fit” isn’t easy. It took me years to get me to where I am today but with those years came experience and knowledge. I am who I am today because of who I was yesterday.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: In the groups that I teach, I love the sense of rapport and community that develops from conquering a challenging class or move. Fitness doesn’t have to be a solo effort. The support of a group can help motivate and encourage. I also enjoy seeing the sense of accomplishment on faces after a tough class; the “I can’t believe I just did that but I did” feeling.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Number one: your very own body. Numbers two, three and four: Free weights, Kettlebells, and TRX.
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON FACEBOOK:[email protected] https://www.facebook.com/SaraDvorakYMCAPersonalTrainer
Sara Dvorak, ACE-CPT, PN-1
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: B.S. Exercise Physiology
CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Using progressions to develop fitness beginners into a more advanced and in-shape client. Developing athletic performance.
EXPERIENCE: High School Strength and Conditioning Coach since 2006. Personal Training since 2010, Secondary Education Instructor in Health and Kinesiology since 2013.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: Developing programs that allow clients to see their progress on a weekly basis.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Participating in and training for high school and collegiate athletics.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: It makes me proud to see my clients achieve their short term goals and, with each step, come to the realization that their long term goals are within reach.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Free Weights
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON FACEBOOK:[email protected] https://www.facebook.com/PersonalTrainerAnthonyGiovanettiCscs
AnthonyGiovanetti, NSCA-CSCS
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:Bachelors in Accounting, University of Wisconsin - Madison
CERTIFICATIONS: NETA Certified Personal Trainer, NETA Certified in Yoga and Kettlebells, YMCA Certified in Cycling, Pilates, Stability Ball, Group Exercise, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Using a wide variety of exercise genres to create challenging, motivating, and fun workouts to help my clients reach their goals.
EXPERIENCE: Group fitness instructor since August 2005 teaching a wide variety of cardio and strength classes including Cycling, Cardio Sculpt, Cardio Kickboxing, Core Conditioning, Pilates & Yoga.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: I assign “homework” between training sessions and follow up weekly to make sure my clients stay motivated and focused.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Growing up on a farm, I was always active and outdoors.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Signing the t-shirt my client wore for her first marathon and having a bridal group start training to look good in their dresses and end up running their first marathon the weekend before the wedding.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Free weights and TRX.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
NancyKiehnau, NETA-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: University of Minnesota Twin Cities – Kinesiology
CERTIFICATIONS: ACSM Personal Trainer, Certified BTS Group Active Instructor, YMCA certified in Group Exercise and Strength and Conditioning, CPR/AED and First Aid certified.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Incorporating interval training, plyometrics (jumping or explosive exercises), and calisthenics (body weight exercises) to make their body work to conquer their fitness goals.
EXPERIENCE: I have been a wellness coach since 2012 and certified personal trainer since 2013. I train both men and women of all ages from youth to members in their 60’s and 70’s. I am always continuing my education and applying the knowledge to help and motivate my clients’ to reach their goals.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: I train to encourage internal motivational factors (what inspires a person for their healthy lifestyle) and use fitness tools to show progress and affirm my clients’ goals. I believe it’s always good to work towards a goal, any personal goal, and once it’s achieved, to start a new one!
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Participating in varieties of dance growing up and a high school anatomy class sparked my passion for the way the human body moves and does work! I incorporate exercises I learned during conditioning as a dancer, which are excellent options for both men and women to strengthen and define their muscles. I love learning about whole body wellness including exercise, nutrition, and emotional health and bringing new techniques to each session.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: I have a client who has progressed so much that she has physical and emotional results. Her activities of daily living are performed with ease and she feels better in every aspect of health.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Fitness analysis because it shows my clients’ starting point and their progression while achieving their goals.
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/CassieKupskyYMCApersonaltrainer
CassieKupsky, ACSM-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: B.A. University of Texas, Austin
CERTIFICATIONS: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Level 2 TRX instructor, Certified Keiser (cycle class) instructor, Certified YMCA group fitness instructor, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning, Certified LIVESTRONG at the YMCA instructor (find out more about this program here).
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Functional fitness, corrective exercise and helping you believe in yourself.
EXPERIENCE: Group fitness instructor since 2005. Acquired personal trainer certification in 2011.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: First & foremost, if it’s something you enjoy, you will find it easier to commit to it. I like to use exercises that work multiple things at once to get the most out of your time. Unless a client specifically wants to use machines, I tend to utilize other options. Finally, I believe in the core. Your core is your foundation and just like a house, if the foundation isn’t strong that which is built on it won’t be strong either.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: It started selfishly – I wanted to be in better shape. Over the years that selfish motivation evolved into an appreciation of the whole kinetic chain of the body and how it functions & deals with changes. Teaching classes at the Y allowed me to interact more with members and start to understand their goals and challenges. Requests from class members to do training with them as well as a personal injury and the recovery work involved with it (ACL reconstruction), motivated me to pursue the personal trainer certification. Helping clients achieve their goals and seeing the confidence it gives them is what continues to motivate me and helps push me to continue to learn more about fitness and training.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Achieving what has been unachievable. Whether that is winning the weight loss battle, doing daily activity without pain or regaining strength after cancer - I have had witnessed many moments of personal achievement that have made me proud.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Besides you & gravity, I like to use the TRX suspension trainer, TRX Rip Trainer, large bands, the BOSU and high intensity interval training.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
KateLaCount, NASM-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:BS-Chemical Engineering – UW Madison; Masters of Business Administration, UW Milwaukee
CERTIFICATIONS: NETA-CPT, YMCA Strength & Conditioning
AREA OF SPECIALTY Sports performance athletic training and anyone looking to improve their general health and conditioning.
EXPERIENCE: YMCA Member Wellbeing Coach from 2010 to present. Nordic Cross Country Coach (High School & Middle School) from 2007 – Present. Alpine Development Ski Coach (Ages 8 - 18) from 2000 – 2005. Running coach for YMCA ½ marathon training class (spring 2013). Personally, I compete in triathlons, cross country skiing, running, and an occasional golfing event.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: Work with the client to develop realistic and measurable goals based on fitness testing and other analytical methods. With these goals in mind develop and execute custom training plans that will target specific desired adaptations over a set period of time. My program will focus on all the major elements of fitness and sports performance (i.e., cardio endurance, speed and tempo intervals, overall strength, endurance strength, flexibility, balance, and agility).
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Trying to be the best athlete that I can be and helping others achieve their fitness goals.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: When they achieved their goal time and PR in the Cellcom ½ marathon.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: My favorite exercise is Yoga! Everyone can benefit by being more flexible and improving their range of motion. I almost always finish a workout with 5 – 10 minutes of yoga stretching and recommend to my clients that they take a yoga class once or twice a week. My favorite training tool is the heart rate monitor.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
Keith Lauritsen, NETA-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: Degree of Cosmetology - I.B.A Green Bay
CERTIFICATIONS: N.E.T.A. Certified Personal Trainer, NAFC Certified Nutrition Coach, YMCA Certified Group Exercise Instructor, YMCA Certified Strength and Conditioning, Xerball, Yogaball, Yoga Anatomy, Coreball, B.T.S. Group Core, Advanced Strength Training, Circuit Training.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Functional fitness, strength endurance, balance and flexibility, weight loss and nutrition guidance
EXPERIENCE: I have been with the Y since 2008.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: Helping individuals achieve their goals through supporting and challenging them along the way.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: My personal achievements and understanding of how much better fitness makes you feel about yourself.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Working with a client who had the outlook of being put on diabetic medication. Training together as a team allowed him to achieve a healthier lifestyle free of medication and now setting new fitness goals.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: It’s always good to keep the body guessing, with a variety of equipment it allows me as a trainer to fit any need.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
Lynn MeyersNETA-CPT, NAFC-CNC
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:BA, Business, UWGB
CERTIFICATIONS: NETA Certified Personal Trainer, Body Training Systems Group Power & Group Core Instructor, YMCA Certified Group Exercise Instructor, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Instructor
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Functional Fitness For All; Family Fitness
EXPERIENCE: I have been involved in fitness for more than 20 years, instructing classes for almost 20 years.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: I have been inspired by my father. He always told us that when the “going gets tough, the tough get going.” I will inspire you to look inside yourself to find your mental toughness; to help you push past the limiting thoughts that keep you from reaching your fitness goals.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Growing up, our family spent many days outside; riding bikes, swimming, hiking. It’s a lifestyle.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: One member told me before a class that she was feeling down and did not want to come in to exercise. She decided to join us anyway because she knew that I’d be able to help her cheer up and get motivated to have a great day.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: My favorite training tools are fitness testing and the imagination. Fitness testing establishes the baseline where we will begin our fitness journey. We can then use our imaginations to determine the exercise path to follow. Periodic fitness testing thereafter can help us see your progress toward a healthier way of life.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
CassandraMoeller NETA-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:B.A. in International Politics from Winona State University
CERTIFICATIONS: ACSM Personal Training Certification, CPR/AED from the American Red Cross, WIAA Coaching Certification, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Endurance Training, Race Preparation, Functional Fitness, Weight loss, Strength, Agility and Conditioning, Sport Specific Training, Core and Stability Training. My personal training approach focuses on two things: your uniqueness as an individual and overall positive health and fitness improvements to your total lifestyle. My goal is to offer you a workout that is best for you!
EXPERIENCE: I’ve been an avid athlete since high school, with a level of commitment that got me voted most likely to join the military, but that was overshadowed by also getting the vote for the BEST LAUGH, which I still bring to every workout! I truly enjoy being active and believe “fit is fun”! I competed in track and field at the collegiate level and currently coach both track and field and volleyball for Wrightstown School District. I am an experienced runner, completing several half and full marathons over the last 10 years. I began training and competing in triathlons in 2005, and since then my favorite challenge is getting faster, stronger and smarter for races.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: In my role as Personal Trainer, I will push you to be your best and to learn how to expect excellence in yourself. I believe everyone has untapped strengths and abilities and that my job, as your personal trainer, is to help you to safely and effectively push past your comfort zone to get results.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I am passionate about making health and wellness a priority and I hope to inspire you to CHANGE YOUR LIFE through physical fitness.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Working with you to reach your goals and seeing your accomplishments is the best part of my role and why I love being a personal trainer for the Green Bay YMCA.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Swimming is my guilty pleasure exercise, it’s a great full body workout that takes me back to the fun in the water I had growing up. My favorite training tool is target heart rate, it’s important to know your maximum heart rate and your correct training zone to train at the right pace.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
MichelleMurton, ACSM-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: UW-Eau Claire-Bachelor’s of Science Degree-Major in Kinesiology, Minor in Community Health
CERTIFICATIONS: NETA-Certified Personal Trainer, YMCA Certified Strength and Conditioning, YMCA Certified LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Instructor, Silver Sneakers Certified Instructor.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Helping clients who are newer to exercise or that want to get back in shape by finding fun, motivating ways to stay active and achieve their goals. It is so great to see people gain confidence, motivation and become a better version of themselves! It’s about YOU!
EXPERIENCE: I have worked for the Y since March 2008, 3 of those years as a wellness staff. I teach classes for Active Older Adults and have had the honor of being a LIVESTRONG at the YMCA instructor, working with adult cancer survivors since November 2012.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: Health and wellness is a daily journey and should be worked at continuously. My job is to help find exercises that you enjoy and that will help you want to make it a part of your daily routine. Hard work, dedication, and occasionally pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone will pay off!
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I grew up active playing soccer and basketball year round, but after high school I didn’t have that anymore and that activity was no longer a priority. After working at the Y for a year or so, I decided to use my resources and seek out the help of some fellow co-workers and started my own wellness journey. The last few years I have lost weight, continued a regular exercise routine, changed nutrition habits, and have become a happier, more confident version of myself. I have learned to make exercise a priority. I know how hard it is to lose weight and how intimating it can be to walk into a gym. I
want to help others feel how empowering it can be to gain confidence and strength through fitness!
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Seeing people accomplish things they never thought they would be able to accomplish.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Free Weights, Body Weight Exercises, Circuits, Interval Training
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
Michelle PierquetNETA-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: B.A. in Visual Journalism from Brooks Institute of Photography, Santa Barbara, CA
CERTIFICATIONS: WITS Personal Training Certification, Body Training Systems Certified Instructor of Group Core, YMCA Certified Group Exercise Instructor.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Weight loss, core strength, balance, flexibility and diet.
EXPERIENCE: I have been teaching Piloxing (Kickboxing combined with Pilates), Yoga and Group Core at the YMCA. I also work as Member Well Being Staff, helping people create and reach fitness goals.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: I approach everyone differently, but it boils down to finding the balance between fun and hard work. I am a positive and creative person and I can customize a program to help you meet your goals. My strengths are my compassion and sense of humor.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: I was very active as a child, playing basketball and volleyball, swimming and dancing. As a young adult I became inactive, gained some weight, which then turned into even more after having three children. Through group exercise and proper nutrition I dropped the pounds and feel like a new person. I’m now inspired to share the benefits of exercise with others.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: One of my yoga students (who is almost 70) thanks me all the time for her great posture, her strength and her weight loss. She exhibits all the best that proper exercise has to offer and has become my role model.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Kettle bells, free weights, and own body weight.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
MelanieSimcoe, WITS-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:B.S. Computer Studies, A.A.S. Allied Health Studies
CERTIFICATIONS: WITS Personal Training, Group Power, Group Core, Yoga, YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise
AREA OF SPECIALTY Overall fitness for YOU! My commitment is to create a safe and effective program that works for your individual challenges and goals.
EXPERIENCE: I began in the fitness field more than 20 years ago with certifications in Aerobics, Step Aerobics, Kickboxing and Cycling classes. I was an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) examiner that certified Primary and Step Aerobics instructors. At the same time, I was a Sergeant in the Air National Guard/Air Reserves and completed training as a Medical Technician that included training as a certified Emergency Medical Technician.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: A proper exercise routine can help you achieve a happier and more balanced life. Physical activity is beneficial for everyone at every level. My goal is to provide a safe, effective, and challenging program. Fitness and health is a lifestyle so I create programs that work with your life.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: My passion for fitness comes from realizing how precious our health and well-being is at all phases. Often health is taken for granted without even realizing it. It is important to take care of yourself to enhance your quality of life and enjoy it to the fullest. We have one life! Live it to the fullest!
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Seeing a client achieve their goals. When I develop a program with a client and help define a goal with them, it’s inspiring for me to help them in any way I can to achieve that goal and become the person they set out to become.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Variety is my favorite! Change will keep you motivated – you can achieve exceptional results and stay energized and excited about your exercise and fitness program by varying the workout, adjusting your intensities, and pushing your limits. I’ll design a program for you that is within your comfort zone but gradually allows you to go beyond what you ever thought possible!.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]
Traci St. Pierre, WITS-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION:University of Wisconsin -Green Bay, Human Biology, emphasis Exercise Science and Communication, Foundations of Exercise and Strength
CERTIFICATIONS: ACE Personal Trainer, Group Power Instructor, TRX, BOSU, Pilates, Yoga and Zumba certified, YMCA Certified Strength & Conditioning.
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Weight loss, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and body weight exercise programs (fitness you can take anywhere). I’m also passionate about working with health seekers/people new to fitness
EXPERIENCE: I started teaching Pilates and yoga back in 2001. Since then I have taught everything from Strength based classes and Core Conditioning to Zumba and Cardio Sculpt. I am also the Group Exercise Coordinator at the downtown Y, so I am attuned to all the newest trends and modalities in the health field.
TRAINING STYLE/PHILOSOPHY: You need to train for the specific results you desire. You need to have balance throughout your life to attain true health. Physical activity is only one aspect. I look at the whole individual: your diet, sleep patterns, stress, and inner health. I want to inspire you through your journey.
“With knowledge, determination and inspiration your dreams and goals are achievable.” -Mel
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: My belief that a life worth living is healthy, balanced and exciting. I strive to be healthy and strong, so I can travel the world until I am 100 years old. Why do you want to be health? We all have our motivators, and part of my job is to help you realize yours.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: Every time a client hits their goal, no matter how big or small. I get to share that feeling of accomplishment with them. When a client finally trusts in themselves, and they begin to believe that they are worth the effort.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Burpee, jump lunges and all varieties of pushups. Favorite training tool: your own body!
CONTACT ME: FIND ME ON FACEBOOK:[email protected] https://www.facebook.com/wellbymel
MelTuomi, ACE-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
JasonYelle, ACE-CPT
GREATER GREEN BAY YMCAAllouez | Bellevue | Green Bay | Howard | www.greenbayymca.org | 920 436 9622
EDUCATION: U.S. Navy S.C.R.U.F.T. Candidate qualified for Navy SEAL Training, Seaman Apprenticeship Training, Great Lakes, IL, U.S. Navy Basic Military Training, Great Lakes, IL, Southwest High School, Green Bay, WI
CERTIFICATIONS: American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Personal Trainer, CPR certified, First Aid certified
AREA OF SPECIALTY: Body transformation
EXPERIENCE: I have been involved with health and fitness for 14 years, and I’ve been a Personal Trainer for the last seven. I am currently certified by The American Council on Exercise (since ‘08), and I’ve worked with clients of all backgrounds, including the obese, athletes, elderly, youth, special needs, and injury rehab. I am also a Kickboxing instructor (of 13 years), and Naval Veteran with experience in the grueling Naval Special Warfare S.C.R.U.F.T. program as a candidate qualified for SEAL Training.
HOW I WILL MOTIVATE/INSPIRE/HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE: My style is a mix of today’s science with old fashioned techniques. Whichever method I choose to use, I make sure to use it, and that it doesn’t use us. Over the years I’ve found that the best motivation I can provide comes from clients attaining the results they are striving for, no matter how big or small. I am up front with them about the work required, and through scheduling, we become accountable to each other. I enjoy the personal relationship I share, and I do my best to inspire and lead by example.
MY PASSION FOR FITNESS COMES FROM: Seeing members and clients reach their fitness goals, especially the goals that change their lives.
MY PROUDEST MOMENT WITH A CLIENT: My proudest moment would be when I helped a client lose over 80 lbs. It greatly improved his health as well as his self-esteem, which gave him the self confidence to meet the woman that became his wife.
MY FAVORITE EXERCISE/ TRAINING TOOL: Performing repetitions in a slow, controlled fashion, with emphasis on static holds.
CONTACT ME: [email protected]