Jake is a certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He is also CPR and AED Certified. Jake graduated from Oakland University with an MS in Exercise Science and Michigan State University with a BS in Kinesiology. Jake played football and ran track in high school. He has had lots of experience working with professional athletes (hockey, baseball, NFL prospects, and martial arts) as well as Olympic level athletes (swimming).

Jake focuses in group and individual training settings with recreational athletes ranging from children to seniors. He is passionate about helping people make life changes in fitness and health.

Micheal is a NFPT Certified Personal Trainer and a Wellness Coach. With more than 2 years of training and coaching experience, Micheal brings wide knowledge and experience in body mechanics, sport/fitness/exercise, and nutrition to clients making healthy lifestyle and behavior change. He is currently studying Exercise Science at Grand Valley State University, is an assistant trainer/instructor for high school freshman PE class, and a youth football and soccer coach and referee. Micheal’s gaol is to help others improve their health and well being through fitness and exercise while lifting spirits with a great attitude.

Kate is a Certified NASM Personal Trainer and received her BA from Grand Valley State University where she studied Global Health & Wellness. Kate is also fluent in Spanish. Kate has been a long distance runner since elementary school, has had five years of weight-training experience, is an aspiring world traveler, uses food as a natural medicine and loves learning new ways to live mindfully.

Kate’s Personal Training philosophy is to create the best you through fitness training. Her view on health is a combination of three elements: physical, mental and social/spiritual well-being. By working together towards your fitness goals, she will help you see improvements in all three areas. Exercise is rewarding when you feel better physically and mentally and have a supportive community devoted to your success. If you are new to fitness or looking for inspiration and accountability to up your fitness game...then she is your trainer!

Ryan is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. Coming from an athletic background, he has ran college track & field as well as played college football. Ryan has a strong passion for giving back to the community, by helping people with his knowledge in health and fitness, and sharing passions and experiences with clients. Ryan’s goal as a personal trainer is to pull out the clients inner champion and help them achieve goals beyond their expectations.

Emily studied at Central Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science. She is a YMCA Certified Personal Trainer, has a YMCA Group Exercise Certification and a Livestrong at the YMCA Certication, and is a Diabeties Prevention Lifestyle Coach. “I believe fitness should be fun and can work into anyone’s schedule! Not only is it great for your mind, but your body and soul as well. Seeing people’s success in any way brings me joy!”