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.

Maria is a certified fitness trainer, nutritionist, and Elite Athlete. When she turned 40 years old, she started competing in fitness shows. She has received several medals for placing as one of the top 3 competitors in bodybuilding competitions in bikini and fitness model categories.She is married and the mother of 3 boys, who are her inspiration to stay fit and healthy. She is bilingual; Maria was born in Mexico and moved to the United States at 15. Working for the YMCA provides her the joy and opportunity to serve and help clients locally in the West Michigan area where she currently lives.

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.

Josh is currently enrolled with Grand Valley State University and is working towards a bachelor’s degree in exercise science. He has a personal training certification through NASM and is also working on a nutrition course with them as well. His end goal is to be a successful Physical Therapist and continue with personal training on the side. He believes that through proper exercise anyone can achieve a healthier and more positive outlook in day-to-day life. In personal training he has experienced a variety of clients in which he was to help those people reach their goals. He’s very passionate about body building and physique training, he has a big heart and wants to help pass on knowledge and success to those around him through fun but functional personal training!

Chelsea is a NASM certified Personal Trainer. She has trained clients from ages 10-88 years old. She specializes in weight loss, team sports training, strength training and working with active older adults. Chelsea also has the NASM Integrated Training certification and NASM Mental Toughness certification under her belt to help you achieve your goals. She is very passionate about group exercises and is certified in a wide range of classes from cycling to boot camp to yoga. Chelsea believes in setting attainable goals in order to maintain lasting success. She believes health and fitness goals are not a “quick fix”. Her goal is to guide you as you make changes and choices to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle. She believes her training style is unique to each client. Understanding that each client has different goals and needs is important to helping them succeed.

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!”