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We continue to raise the bar on innovation and personal training. Our new programs give you a larger selection of offerings and packages, and the greatest flexibility in booking appointments. So training can fit into any schedule and budget. We want you to achieve your health and fitness goals in the safest, most effective way possible. Why wait? Investing in you means guaranteed returns. Learn more at maketheinvestment.com.

To schedule your training, contact Jeninne Aiello, Assistant General Manager of Fitness at 415 945 3051 or make online reservations here.

Our personal fitness trainers specialize in:

  • Peak performance
  • Weight management
  • General conditioning
  • Sport-specific training
  • Bodybuilding
   
  • Triathlon training
  • Yoga
  • Pilates
  • Pre/Postnatal conditioning
  • Post-physical-therapy strengthening

In addition to our one-on-one Personal Fitness Training program, the Club also offers semi-private Personal Fitness Training opportunities for those who prefer to work out with one or more other members.

PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINERS

All of our trainers are nationally certified. All undergo extensive continuing education and professional development. And almost all hold exercise-related degrees. Our tier system recognizes a trainer’s overall record of success, level of education, specialty training, and years of experience:

  • Pro trainers: up to 2 years of experience
  • Master trainers: 2+ years
  • Elite trainers: 3+ years
  • Ultimate trainers: 5+ years


David Alexander


Nathan Cain

“My Marine Corps training gives me the edge to push you to achieve your goals of losing weight or toning up, while my experience as a Physical Therapy Aide allows me to design rehabilitation or strengthening programs customized to fit your needs.”

Certifications:
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Additional NASM Certifications: Seniors, Pre-Natal

American Heart Association:
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR with AED
 
Education: Associates Degree, Santa Rosa Junior College
B.S. Exercise Science, Sonoma State University (to complete Spring 2010)
 
Training Since:
2005


Patrick Caron

Patrick has worked as a personal fitness trainer since 1992. He earned his health/fitness instructor certification from the American College of Sports Medicine and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He is also a Level 3 ski instructor certified by PSIA (Professional Ski Instructors of America). Patrick holds a B.S. in physical activity sciences from University Laval, Quebec City, Canada.


Nancy DeMattei

Nancy DeMattei’s personal philosophy: “The best preventative medicine is obtaining a lifestyle of fitness. By choosing to make exercise a priority, you are choosing to incorporate the physical and emotional benefits you deem to be important. As a personal fitness trainer, my passion is designing fitness programs that are enticing and fun. Ultimately achieving higher performance, whether it is for a sport or simply to maximize your workout. Let’s focus on how fitness makes you feel!" Nancy is certified as a an ACSM Health Fitness Instructor.


Damian Donahue

Damian believes that results come from pushing yourself to limits you never thought you could achieve. His workouts will push you to challenge yourself, breathe hard, sweat and most important, be consistent. Damian says "work hard, train hard, excuses get you nowhere!"

Special Skills
Sports Specific Training and Conditioning
Functional Movement and Assessment
Core Conditioning
Flexibility
Plyometrics/Power Movements

Education and Certifications
BA – Sonoma State University
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified
NASM – Performance Enhancement Specialist
NASM – Corrective Exercise Specialist
CPR/AED Certified


Brian Edwards


Brian Edwards’s personal philosophy: “Deep down within each of us lies an athlete waiting to be discovered! Your personal dedication to commit to a healthy active lifestyle will determine your success. Your new mantra: I only have one body, so I take good care of it. I deserve to get fit and feel great because I’m worth it!" Brian has the following certifications: NASM Personal Trainer; ACSM Health Fitness Instructor and ACE Personal Trainer.


Carrie Edwards

Carrie’s philosophy: “Exercise should be FUN! I can be a teacher, coach, slave driver and nurturer. I understand that everyone comes with a different experience and different needs. I believe in listening to my clients to help meet their goals as well as show them diverse pathways that will take them there." Carrie holds the following certifications: ACSM Health Fitness Instructor and Keiser Cycling Instructor.


Megan Flatt

Megan’s philosophy: “A fortune cookie once said ‘to move a large mountain, you must start moving small stones.’ I believe this applies perfectly to fitness. I believe health and well-being come when fitness is reasonable, consistent and fun. I enjoy making a personal connection with my clients, helping them reach their goals from many angles. Let me help you move those small stones. “ Megan holds the following degrees and certifications: Bachelors of Science Nutrition and Exercise Science from the University of California at Davis, ACSM Health Fitness Instructor, SCW Mom’s in Motion, Certificate and National Presenter, AFAA Group Exercise Certified, AEA Water Fitness, Certified, SCW Yoga Certificate, NSCS Strength and Conditioning Coach, Jonny G Spinning Certified.


Gail Guevara

GAIL’S PERSONAL PHILOSOPHY. To listen and learn who my clients are and what they are seeking in terms of lifestyle and fitness goals. By taking a holistic approach, I integrate the physical, mental, and emotional aspects in designing a personal program for my clients. I am gifted to not only motivate my clients to improve their physical well-being, but also be their coach as their life journeys unfold.
Gail has the following certifications: ACSM Health Fitness Instructor; ACE Group Exercise Instructor; Certified Cycling Instructor; Stretch master Certification; Certified Hypnotherapist and Massage Therapist and currently enrolled as a Life Coach.


Nate Helming

As a competitive (and an aspiring professional) triathlete, an endurance performance Trifiniti coach, and a physical therapist aide, I'm constantly seeking out ways to maximize time spent in the gym to reach my clients' goals in and out of competition. I strongly believe in a functional strength training approach that develops balance, flexibility, power, and ultimately grace in movement. There are 365 days in each year, so make every day a productive step forward to your new level of fitness."

Special Skills
Endurance coaching for triathletes, cyclists, and runners with heart rate and power-based training.
Running posture, technique, strength, and analysis.
Bike posture, technique, strength and analysis.

Education
ACSM CPT
BA International Studies. Boston College.


Jenny Johnson

Jenny’s personal philosophy: “The basis of my philosophy is a focus on you, the client—your goals, motivations, muscular and skeletal strengths and weaknesses. I’ll work with you to connect with your body and build a balanced physical foundation to allow you to move fluidly at work and play—in a way that has you feel the full potential of your personal strength and vitality. Jenny holds the following certifications: American Council on Exercise-CPB and Keiser Spinning Instructor.


Jenny Johnson


Amy Landers

Amy’s personal philosophy: “All personal training clients want results. My integrated training approach inspires, educates, and leads clients to success. As an athlete and a mom, I relate to goals of improved performance, increased strength, and better energy for busy lifestyles. I may help you train for ultimate muscle definition or to correct the posture gained from a sit-down job, but the real reward is the high quality of life that comes with regular, well-designed exercise, sound nutrition, and reduced stress." Certifications: ACSM HFI, NASM, AFAA, ACE.


Nicole Lanvin


Jeff Marth

Jeff’s philosophy: “Deep down within each of us lies an athlete waiting to be discovered! Your personal dedication to commit to a healthy active lifestyle will determine your success. Your new mantra: I only have one body, so I take care of it. I deserve to get fit and fee great because I am worth it!” Jeff holds the following certifications: ASCM Health Fitness Instructor and ACE Personal Trainer.


Jeff McMullen

Jeff’s personal philosophy: “Let fitness become a part of your life. Fitness encompasses so many different facets that anyone can find something of interest. Think of it as a universal language. Ultimately, it leads people to live more beneficial, healthier and happier lives. Certifications: ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, American Academy of Health & Fitness Professions-Post Rehabilitation. Special Skills: Post rehabilitation Programming. Golf Conditioning Specialist. He has completed graduate course work in exercise physiology, continuing education in Physical Therapy at Stockton College, Pomona, New Jersey.


Nancy Mimms

"As a dancer, I understand the need for an integrated approach to personal training. Total fitness encompasses more than a desired outcome to the physical body. I believe that when there is balance
between an open mind and a willing body, the possibilities are
limitless. The journey that we take via the fitness floor becomes a metaphor for your life. Henry Ford is quoted as saying: "Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right"

CERTS:
ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
Advanced Personal Trainer
Active Isolated Stretch technician
Outdoor Action Fitness level 1

EDUCATION:
Rosemont College, liberal arts studies
MUDRA Brussels Belgium, dance/ theater arts
Cal State East Bay, Adult Fitness design
California Institute of Integral Studies, Integrated Yoga Studies

TRAINING:
since 1990


Nancy Mimms


Nancy Morano

My philosophy is centering strength from the inside out. Because we all learn in different ways, knowing how to focus through breath, postural alignment and visualization can be useful to anybody at any level of fitness. Variety IS the spice of life (and much more fun!) My strong suit is creating an individualized exercise program with various training modalities so you will never be bored with the same old routine. I believe that all progress stems from confidence. Confidence is the by-product of purposeful learning and perseverance. With my passion for teaching and my drive as a perpetual student I will work with and through your limitations.

Special Strengths
Flexibility/Functionability/ Strengthening/Endurance: integrating yoga, free weights, stretching, exercise tubing, machines, isometrics

Certifications
American Council of Exercise (youth and adult)
American College of Sports Medicine (youth and adult)
The American Institute of Fitness Educators (senior)


John O'Dea

Master Trainer
Personal Philosophy
On the Road to Health & Fitness is both my lifelong personal philosophy and my professional training philosophy. On the Road is based upon the belief that an effective life comes when our health and fitness has "wheels." To me, the current condition of my clients, is immaterial, just a starting point for our travel. We all improve with effort. I will assess your current readiness, provide realistic challenges, believe in you, and develop a fitness Road Map with you. On the Road to Health & Fitness we will focus our fitness journey on short destination goals, enjoying the ride along the way. Are you ready to travel your own Road to Health & Fitness?

Special Skills
Condensed/Time Efficient Fitness Programs
Smart Cardiovascular and Strength Programs
Intense Metabolic Conditioning
Senior Fitness
Low Back Renewal
At Home Fitness

Education and Certifications
BS Political Science-Golden Gate University
BS Adult Fitness- Eastern Kentucky University
MS Physical Fitness- Eastern Kentucky University
ACSM- Certified Health Fitness Instructor
NSCA- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
American Red Cross CPR/First AID/AED


John O'Dea

Master Trainer
Personal Philosophy
On the Road to Health & Fitness is both my lifelong personal philosophy and my professional training philosophy. On the Road is based upon the belief that an effective life comes when our health and fitness has "wheels." To me, the current condition of my clients, is immaterial, just a starting point for our travel. We all improve with effort. I will assess your current readiness, provide realistic challenges, believe in you, and develop a fitness Road Map with you. On the Road to Health & Fitness we will focus our fitness journey on short destination goals, enjoying the ride along the way. Are you ready to travel your own Road to Health & Fitness?

Special Skills
Condensed/Time Efficient Fitness Programs
Smart Cardiovascular and Strength Programs
Intense Metabolic Conditioning
Senior Fitness
Low Back Renewal
At Home Fitness

Education and Certifications
BS Political Science-Golden Gate University
BS Adult Fitness- Eastern Kentucky University
MS Physical Fitness- Eastern Kentucky University
ACSM- Certified Health Fitness Instructor
NSCA- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
American Red Cross CPR/First AID/AED


Mike Parra

Mike Parra has been a personal fitness trainer and group exercise instructor for twenty years. He has been certified by both the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Mike began his career as a professional ballet dancer after graduating from the Marin Ballet School, and later founded his own Company, the NOMAD Dance Company. He is now a candidate for Pilates instructor, completing his certification through Integrated Teacher Training. Mike's philosophy: ”Work with what you got. Just like my clients, I struggle with my commitment to my body, and that means we can both use all the help we can get, it's best to welcome the support that partnership provides! Frankly, it’s a choice of self-respect over self-indulgence. What we really do here is celebrate the body and the life that we have been given. Let us take neither for granted.”


Mike Ruiz

"I believe you have to walk before you can run. With consistent training and gradual modification of eating habits, a new healthy lifestyle can be achieved."

Certs:
ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor
CPR

Education:
B.S. in Kinesiology, concentration in Exercise Science,
San Francisco State University

Training since: 2004


Lisa Shields

Lisa Moore Shields has been teaching movement for the past fifteen years. She is certified in Pilates, GYROTONIC, and yoga. As a professional dancer in New York, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and San Francisco she has used these disciplines to perfect her technique and rehabilitate her injuries. Her BFA in dance and her BA in literature are from UC Santa Barbara. She has an MA in dance from the New College of California.

She specializes in post-rehabilitation, fitness, and cross training.
Dancers, artists, actors, mother's, CEO's, and professional athletes have sought Lisa out in the finest health clubs in the world for excellent training, advanced body awareness, and her ability to make exercise fun.


Jen Sterling

Special Skills

• Weight Loss
• Strength and Toning
• Core Conditioning
• Yoga and Flexibility
• Lifestyle Balancing

Education & Certifications
Texas A& M University, BA Psychology
NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer
NASM – Corrective Exercise Specialist
Yoga Alliance – Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200)
The Ayurvedic Institute, Certificate of Ayurvedic Studies
American Heart Association CPR/AED


James Tolbert

James’ philosophy: “To help incorporate the physical activities that you love into your weekly training, so that you can feed your passion and gain the benefits of training as well. I believe in whole life and whole body fitness through core strength, balance and flexibility, so you can experience the benefits of an ongoing training program throughout the course of the day, every day.” Certifications: ACE Personal Trainer