Keeping You Healthy
Whether you’re just starting a fitness routine or looking to add a little variety to your exercise program, a member of our talented fitness team can help you set and achieve your goals!
Scroll down to learn more about each of our personal trainers.
Minerva Badar
About Minerva
I have been working in health and wellness for two decades including more than 10 with the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.
Certifications
CPT, Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, TRX Qualified, Lesmills Bodypump Certified, Lesmills Bodyflow Certified
Training Philosophy
My goal with my clients is to help them feel good about themselves and build up their confidence. I work with clients of all ages and I like to focus on the corrective exercises and muscular imbalances.
Availability
Flexible by appointment
Yesenia Barajas
About Yesenia
I have been a personal trainer for 7 years. I have trained young and seasoned adults. I am patient and honest and enjoy motivating others to perform to the best of their ability.
Certifications
Certified Fitness trainer with ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
Training Philosophy
I like my clients to know their session is about them and their needs. I am fun and enjoy laughing with clients while providing them with a thorough exercise experience.
Availability
Weekday mornings, flexible by appointment
Bill Dalton
About Bill
Bill is a USA Powerlifting Club Coach and an Eat to Perform Nutrition Certified Advisor.
Certifications
Diploma from the National Personal Training Institute, CrossFit Level 1
Training Philosophy
Exercise should be fun, challenging, and goal oriented. Learn proper functional movement and form first and use those skills for the foundations of everything else.
Availability
Flexible
Kristen Derengowski
About Kristen
Kristen is our Health, Wellness, and Dance Director. She enjoys creating a healthy mind and body through functional movement.
Background
17+ Fitness and Training Certifications with over 20+ years of experience
Training Philosophy
All I ask of you is to come prepared to work at YOUR max and be open to new movements.
Availability
Flexible, by appointment only
Marenda Eison
About Marenda
My Mission is to help all people realize the importance of moving their bodies and reaching their fitness goals while maintaining a balanced and purposeful lifestyle through functional, strength and dynamic training with CrossFit elements.
Certifications
AFAA Certified in Indoor Cycling, Les Mills BodyPump, PurMotion, MOSSA Group Power, WERQ, Group Fitness/PT FiTOUR , STRONG by Zumba
Training Philosophy
I enjoy training clients who are going to trust the process and be dedicated to their fitness and wellness goals not only in gym but at home. I believe we’re all in this to make “progress not perfection” and “quality over quantity” when transforming our bodies, minds and our lives.
Availability
Monday - Thursday afternoons, Friday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Greta Gibson
About Greta
I got started in fitness when I realized I wanted to be a healthier version of me. I enjoyed the journey and wanted to share my passion of fitness with others.
Certifications
NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Certified Nutrition Coach, AFAA Group Fitness Instructor, Barre Connect, Pound, Mossa Group Power, Mossa Group Blast, Urbankick, Kettlebell AMPD, AMPD Resistance, AMPD Power Flow, AMPD Burn, AMPD Build, Zumba, Zumba Toning, Zumba Gold, Zumba Gold Toning, Aqua Zumba, Zumba Kids & Zumba Kids Jr, Zumba Step, Strong Nation
Training Philosophy
I want my clients to move for health as we work on your goals together and create new ones. Also, have an open mind and be fully committed to give your best at each session.
Availability
Flexible, by appointment
Suzuka Hetterich
About Suzuka
Suzuka is a versatile instructor and personal trainer who credits the YMCA for inspiring her to pursue a career in health and fitness.
Certifications
ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor; YMCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Trainer; Jillian Michael Body Shred Certified Trainer; Schwinn Cycling Certified Instructor
Training Philosophy
Age and weight are just numbers. I want my clients to be happy, confident and fit.
Availability
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cyndi Proffitt
About Cyndi
I have been in the fitness industry for over 10 years and my favorite thing has been watching people of all different ages, levels, and abilities working out. I believe that we need to keep moving to fight the aging process. The more we move on a daily basis the better we will feel. I attend a Fitness Conference every year as I am always looking to learn more about keeping our bodies healthy.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer, AFFA Group Exercise Certification, Pilates Certification with Fitour, Yoga Certification with Fitour, Enhance Fitness
Training Philosophy
I believe there is a workout for every one and I am here to help people find the ones that will work best for them. I believe in full-body workout that includes cardio, strength, stretching and balance work in the manner that is best for the individual that I am working with.
Availability
Monday-Saturday - flexible times by appointment
Andres Torres
About Andres
I am a High School English Instructor holding Bachelor's and Master's degrees in English. I have been exploring personal fitness and informally helping people on their journey for over a decade, working at the Y for one year. Personal training intersects two of my greatest passions: learning and fitness. My specialties include bodybuilding (hypertrophy), strength training, HIIT/Crossfit-style workouts, and functional fitness. I am working toward my group fitness certification as well. My overall goal is a well-rounded fitness plan that is tailored toward the client's wants and interests.
Certifications
Personal Trainer Fit-Tour certification
Training Philosophy
I firmly believe that health and wellness, which includes all aspects of fitness, is a lifestyle that anyone can learn to adopt or succeed in. I love helping people on their fitness journeys and want them to learn not only what to do but how to do it and why. The ultimate goal is to make fitness accessible and sustainable for a lifetime of healthy living.
Availability
Monday-Friday: 5-7 a.m., Flexible by appointment after 4 p.m.
Suzanne Ventrice
About Suzanne
I have more than 18 years in the field of life fitness including the last two years here at the Y. I enjoy working with clients on strength training, muscle toning, and cardio endurance training, as well working with youth and special needs clients.
Certifications
Advanced Group Exercise Instructor (FiTOUR), Advanced Personal Training (FiTOUR), Cycle Instructor certification (Schwinn), Primary Nutrition (FiTOUR)
Training Philosophy
My goal is to empower my clients to live healthier, fuller lives, motivated by self-compassion and kindness. The strength that comes from approaching our fitness goals with intrinsic motivation (exercising because it helps us feel good, because we're caring for our one body), is a passion of mine, and I aim to help my clients enjoy the journey of becoming stronger and healthier.
Availability
Weekday mornings after 9 a.m. with limited availably in evening
