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Alex

Alex is local to Seattle, and didn鈥檛 always have a passion for lifting weights. Growing up, he wrestled, swam, and played football. The weight room and extra conditioning were seen as punishment instead of a joy to do. He cultivated a love for health and fitness after an ACL injury took him out of the game. He had to figure out how to stay active while also staying safe, which led him to the gym.

Alex believes that if you aren鈥檛 having fun and loving every repetition, something is going wrong. Nobody should feel that exercise is punishing, and everyone should come to know the joy of fitness. He uses an evidence-based approach to lifting so that you can achieve your goals and stick to them in the easiest way possible.

In his free time, you鈥檒l find Alex playing golf, hiking, and of course, in the gym!

Specialties

• Hypertrophy and strength training
• Body re-composition
• Weight loss, and maintenance

Education & Certification

• Bachelor of Science, Biology: Physiology
• NSCA Certified Personal Trainer

Anika

*Not Accepting New Clients*

Growing up in California, Anika found herself in a wide range of extracurricular sports. However, it wasn’t until her early college years that she discovered her true passion in the gym. She cultivated a deep love for weight training in her free time and enjoyed sharing her knowledge with friends, who benefited from her guidance throughout their fitness journeys. Anika eventually made the decision to pursue her personal training certification, allowing her to further her enthusiasm for fitness.

Anika recently graduated from 91探花with a double major in Biochemistry and Anthropology, and is currently working as a research scientist in the 91探花department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. Her educational journey and future career goals reflect her commitment to unraveling the complexities of the human body and understanding the unique cultural aspects that shape our lives and fitness goals. Anika’s distinct background in these fields and over two years of experience as a personal trainer, equip her with a holistic perspective on fitness, integrating scientific knowledge and well-being principles into her personalized training approach.

Specialties

• Beginner Programs
• Lifestyle Changes
• Strength Training
• Weight Management

Education & Certification

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified

Becky

Becky studied kinesiology in college with the intention of becoming a physical therapist. After volunteering at various physical therapy clinics, she realized she enjoyed preventative training more than treating and releasing. She shifted her focus from physical therapy to personal training, initially training athletes, and now works with all types of exercisers. She is quick to notice inefficient movement patterns along with muscle imbalances and weaves in exercises to improve both.

Growing up, Becky was a competitive gymnast and switched to rowing in college when she successfully walked on to Western鈥檚 women鈥檚 rowing team. She has coached rowing at Pacific Lutheran University, worked as an Exercise Specialist at Valley Medical Center, and most recently, was one of the trainers at Eastlake Performance.

In her free time, she rows on Lake Union, rock climbs, runs, crochets, and reads. She loves to try new things and isn鈥檛 scared to struggle through the learning process.

Specialties

• Functional Training
• Rowing
• Sport-Specific Training

Education & Certification

• B.S. Kinesiology, Western Washington University
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), American College of Sports Medicine
• USA Rowing Level 2

Dante

*Not Accepting New Clients*

Although Dante is a WSU alumnus, but don鈥檛 hold that against him鈥攈e was a huge Husky fan growing up and is excited to work at UW. He鈥檚 trained a range of clients, including professional athletes, weekend warriors, desk jockeys, and the elderly. He believes exercise is fundamental to living a well-balanced life and truly enjoys helping people. He is confident an inner athlete lives inside everyone, and it鈥檚 his job to motivate clients to unlock their physical potential.

Dante incorporates functional training in his workouts, making sure that each workout helps clients improve physical performance outside the gym. He strives to make each workout a challenging learning experience with a focus on optimal range of motion and proper mechanics. Ensuring each client reaches their potential and is inspired to pursue a healthier and more physical lifestyle.

During his free time, he enjoys reading anything sports or health-related, working on his car, and spending time outdoors. He鈥檚 an avid basketball player and enjoys football and baseball as well.

Specialties

• Sport-Specific Training
• Conditioning
• Functional Training
• Core Strength
• Proprioception/Balance Training

Education & Certification

• B.S. Kinesiology, Washington State University
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), National Strength & Conditioning Association

Emma

*Not Accepting New Clients*

Emma grew up all the way over the pond in Austria, Europe. She has been an athlete for many years and has spent countless hours in weight rooms, outdoors and in all kinds of gyms. She learned a lot from coaches and teammates from all over the world and realized that exercise not only makes someone fitter, stronger and faster but also happier and more balanced. After dealing with many little injuries and joint problems herself, she wants to help other people in getting to know their body and its capabilities. She loves supporting people inside and outside of the training room. Her focus is providing an enjoyable atmosphere for you to work out and reach your individual fitness goals in a healthy and purposeful way.

Specialties

• Functional Training
• Corrective Exercise
• Balance and Coordination
• Specific Exercises for Volleyball or Similar Sports

Education & Certification

• 脺bungsleiter (Austrian Trainer Certification)

Emme

Emme is passionate about helping people of all backgrounds move toward healthier, more fulfilling lifestyles. She deeply values fitness and believes that exercise enriches life with joy.

Grounded in a Health at Every Size philosophy, Emme aims to empower clients to feel capable and confident in their bodies. With a Bachelor of Science in Biology, she enjoys educating others about exercise physiology and the many physical and mental benefits of movement. A lifelong learner, Emme stays up to date on the latest scientific research in health and fitness to bring evidence-based strategies to her training.

Emme鈥檚 athletic background includes competing in varsity soccer, basketball, and track. Today, she enjoys strength training, calisthenics, and Spartan obstacle course racing.

Outside the gym, you鈥檒l find Emme hiking, reading, journaling, and exploring new cuisines.

Specialties

• Running Performance and Technique
• Muscular Hypertrophy
• Speed and Agility Training
• Lifestyle Improvements

Education & Certification

• National Academy of Sports Medicine Certification
• CPR and First Aid Certified

Helen

Helen is a bilingual personal trainer, international student from Taiwan, providing training in both English and Mandarin. Her journey into personal training began with observing her family. Watching her mom and grandma struggle with daily tasks and give up activities they once enjoyed due to muscle loss and decreased bone density inspired her to focus on helping people build strength safely and intentionally. She believes strength training is essential for maintaining long-term quality of life, especially for women who are more susceptible to muscle and bone mass loss over time. Her goal is to help clients understand why training matters, how to train safely, and what to do to continuously improve.

Helen鈥檚 teaching style is communicative, approachable, and education-focused. She prioritizes explaining movement mechanics, safety cues, and the reasoning behind each exercise, particularly for women who may feel hesitant about resistance training. She dedicates extra time to injury prevention strategies, bone-loading exercises, and habit formation because she believes longevity and confidence come from mastering the fundamentals. Her clients gain not only strength, but also clarity and ownership over their training.

Through training her friends, Helen witnessed meaningful transformation, helping them transition from sedentary lifestyles to feeling physically strong, stable, and mentally resilient. Watching them gain muscle, improve movement quality, and build confidence reinforced her commitment to evidence-based coaching and continues to fuel her work.

Helen actively stays updated on research related to female-specific training, including nutrition strategies, resistance training modalities, hormonal considerations, and how social environments influence women鈥檚 mindset toward fitness. She believes empowering women with accurate information helps shift strength training from something intimidating to something empowering.

Specialties

• Beginner fitness training
• Female training

Education & Certification

• National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer Certification
• Red Cross Association, Adult First Aid / CPR certification

JP

*Not Accepting New Clients*

I am a recent 91探花graduate whose passion lies in helping clients achieve the lifestyle they desire, ensuring that age, fitness levels, and injuries do not hinder them from enjoying the activities they love.
I train for lifestyle and longevity, believing that a well-rounded fitness routine is key to a fulfilling and active life. My favorite activities that keep me moving are Judo and Skateboarding, which inspire my dynamic approach to fitness and have given me the understanding of training to take care of your body. In addition to my personal training services, I am also a dedicated class fitness and kickboxing instructor, bringing a diverse set of skills and experiences to my clients.
My goal is to give clients their best lives by integrating comprehensive fitness strategies that promote overall well-being and resilience. Whether you’re looking to overcome physical boundaries improve your fitness level, or simply lead a more active lifestyle, I am here to support and guide you every step of the way!

Specialties

• Functional Strength Training
• Lifestyle
• Mobility
• Sports Performers
• Combat sports

Education & Certification

• ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
• ISSA Specialist in Exercise Therapy
• ISSA Nutritionist
• BA in Medical Anthropology & Global Health, 91探花

Kari

*Not Accepting New Clients*

To Kari, exercise is an important, meaningful part of daily living. Although our schedules are busy, she believes exercise should be incorporated to become routine. Kari is an ardent supporter that exercise can prevent health problems and improve quality of life, and she looks forward to helping everyone achieve their fitness and lifestyle goals.

Kari鈥檚 love of fitness started at an early age with team sports. She grew up playing volleyball, basketball, and soccer, and since then, she has added snowboarding, surfing, running, and yoga. A native Canadian, she ran her own personal training business in the Vancouver area for six years before moving to Seattle, working with a wide variety of clients.

Kari loves to craft, read health books (non-fiction, of course!), and travel around the world, particularly to Vancouver, to visit friends and family. An obvious Canucks fan, she enjoys eating poutine and drinking Canadian beer.

Specialties

• Rehabilitation
• High-Intensity Training
• Sport-Specific Training
• Circuit Training
• Functional Training

Education & Certification

• B.S. Human Kinetics, University of British Columbia
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), National Strength & Conditioning Association
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology

Katarina

From Vancouver, British Columbia, Katarina has spent most of her life competing in high-performance sport. She has represented Canada in both indoor and beach volleyball, including competing on the Canadian Indoor National Team in the World Championships and currently training and competing with the Canadian Beach Volleyball National Team in hopes of reaching the Olympics.

As a Division I athlete on the 91探花 Beach Volleyball team, her passion for training grew from firsthand experience with performance improvement, injury prevention, and learning how proper strength training supports long-term athletic success and overall health, with 10 years of experience in strength training

Specialties

• Beginner/Functional Training
• Strength and Performance Training
• Olympic Lifting Technique
• Injury Prevention
• Volleyball Performance Training

Education & Certification

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
• B.A. Sociology 鈥� 91探花
• M.S. Information Management (Artificial Intelligence Specialization) 鈥� 91探花 (In Progress)

Maylon

Growing up on the smaller side, Maylon has been passionate about fitness and strength ever since stumbling across the sport of powerlifting his senior year of high school. His first powerlifting competition wasn鈥檛 the greatest but he soon fell in love with the sport. Through countless hours of training and nutrition, Maylon has managed to make it to the national powerlifting stage. Maylon鈥檚 love for powerlifting transcended into a fascination of biomechanics and recovery which then led him to his role as a 91探花personal trainer.

Now at UW, Maylon is dedicated to helping people of all ages and experience levels develop strength not just physically but also mentally. He strives to see people become the best version of themselves inside and outside of the gym.

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Specialties

• Powerlifting
• Bodybuilding and Hypertrophy
• Recovery and injury prevention
• Core Training
• Lifestyle Improvements

Education & Certification

• National Academy of Sports Medicine Certification
• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Engineering Undergrad, 91探花

Mazen

*Not Accepting New Clients*

Originally from Iowa, Mazen moved to Seattle to do pursue a biology degree as a pre-med student. He was an active tennis player, competing in USTA tournaments throughout most of high school. He discovered weight lifting late into high school and fell in love with the gym and strength training. Throughout his fitness journey, he dabbled in a wide variety of fitness disciplines like powerlifting, bodybuilding, calisthenics, and Olympic lifting. Mazen loves to see progress and hopes to apply everything he has learned throughout his fitness journey to helping others reach similar goals. When not training, Mazen loves to spend time in the kitchen making nutrient dense meals and going to farmers markets on weekends.

Specialties

• Hypertrophic programs
• Strength Training Performance
• Bodybuilding Programs

Education & Certification

• Certified NASM personal trainer
• 91探花, Biology

Riley

Riley believes that finding enjoyment and success in movement comes from discovering the right form of movement for you. When movement feels aligned and empowering, it lays the foundation not only for physical progress, but for growth in all other aspects of life.

With a background as a competitive gymnast, coach, and a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Kinesiology from Oregon State University, Riley blends hands-on experience with a deep understanding of human movement. Her training philosophy prioritizes functional strength and core stability as essential building blocks for performance, injury prevention, overall health, and everyday life.

Riley finds purpose in helping others build strong physical and mental foundations through intentional, personalized coaching. She enjoys meeting clients wherever they are on their fitness journey and working together to create sustainable progress 鈥� rooted in consistency, confidence, and self-trust. Outside of the gym she loves hiking, paddleboarding, exploring farmers markets and all the Pacific Northwest has to offer!

Specialties

• Functional training
• Strength training
• Calisthenics
• Core development
• Injury prevention

Education & Certification

• H.B.S. in Kinesiology at Oregon State University
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer

Sharon

*Virtual Training Only*

Sharon worked in the tech industry after university but was dissatisfied with her lack of social impact. Driven by her passion for health and helping others, she became a personal trainer in 2003鈥攁 decision she has never regretted. Since then, she has been a fervent advocate for healthy lifestyle choices, inspiring everyone she meets.

Sharon has trained clients ranging from athletic to terminally ill, from highly motivated to highly social. She is a stickler for excellent form and technique, not letting her clients cheat through their exercises. She knows just how much to push her clients to get the most out of their workouts, safely and without injury. Sharon has also taught indoor cycling classes and has competed in triathlons.

Sharon enjoys cooking (and loves eating!) flavorful dishes from around the world. She is also learning French for her retirement on the French Riviera one day and ice dancing with her husband at the new Kraken ice rink.

Specialties

• Teaching beginners
• Strength training
• Training for life’s activities and passions
• Senior Fitness

Education & Certification

• B.S. Computing Science, Kinesiology minor, Simon Fraser University
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), National Strength & Conditioning Association
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), American Council on Exercise

Shawn

Shawn has been passionate about fitness and bodybuilding since high school, starting out as a 90-pound freshman who could barely lift the bar and slowly building strength and confidence through years of consistent training, nutrition, and discipline. His journey taught him that progress takes patience and intention-learning proper technique, training with intensity, and staying consistent through setbacks. After years of dealing with injuries and low-back pain, he became deeply interested in movement mechanics and recovery, which led him to work in a chiropractic clinic. There, he specialized in strength and mobility restoration, helping patients recover from pain and regain full function.

Now at UW, Shawn combines his background in bodybuilding, injury prevention, and exercise science to help students and community members train intelligently, build muscle safely, and feel their best. He believes fitness should enhance life outside the gym, not limit it, and aims to help every client reach their full potential inside and outside the gym.

Specialties

• Bodybuilding & Hypertrophy Training
• Strength & Conditioning
• Injury Prevention & Back Pain Management
• Functional Movement & Mobility

Education & Certification

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• CPR/AED Certified
• Undergrad, 91探花

Tanner

Tanner enjoys helping people train to achieve new goals, recover from injuries, and to build habits for lifelong health. He enjoys curating programs and exercises to specific goals and movement patterns. He is passionate about helping people to move functionally, safely and with confidence to do the activities they are passionate about.
His experience includes a B.S. of Kinesiology from Western Washington University, as well as training experience at gyms and PT clinics. He is a current grad student at the 91探花.

Tanner鈥檚 training background includes competitive soccer, strength training and calisthenics.
He enjoys exploring the outdoors and participating in all variety of team sports from the obscure to the classic. Outside of training you can find him reading, exploring the PNW and enjoying live music.

Specialties

• Muscular Hypertrophy
• Injury Prevention
• Sport-Specific Training and Performance
• Training Education

Education & Certification

• B.S. Kinesiology, Western Washington University
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• BLS, CPR, and First Aid Certified

Tyler

*Not Accepting New Clients*

Growing up in Hawaii, Tyler was a four-sport athlete throughout high school. His love for football, outrigger canoe paddling, judo, and track ignited an intense passion for weightlifting and a lifelong commitment to physical fitness. This love was further developed throughout COVID, as he underwent a journey of drastic body re-composition. He believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to participate in safe and effective exercise, and pursued a personal trainer certification to help provide that. Tyler finds immense fulfillment through educating and enabling others to utilize their body to the fullest of its potential. He understands the abundant physical and mental health benefits that exercise can provide, and aims to promote lifelong habits, creating holistically healthy and intrinsically motivated clients. He highly values fun and enjoyment in fitness pursuits, with an aim to make sessions as enjoyable and engaging as possible. Tyler鈥檚 purpose is to ensure that everyone can do the activities they enjoy as pain free as possible, for as long as possible.

Specialties

• Strength training and hypertrophy
• Weight loss, maintenance, and Body re-composition
• Sport and athletic performance
• Injury rehabilitation and prevention
• Beginner programs
• Martial arts

Education & Certification

• National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer
• Biology: Physiology at the 91探花

Youseph

*Not accepting new clients*

While studying both Psychology and Informatics, Youseph is also a NASM-certified personal trainer with a passion for guiding himself and others toward reaching their fitness and wellness goals!

After growing up overweight and always self-conscious about his looks, Youseph realized that things needed to change. But rather than suffer running laps or jumping rope all day, he looked more towards weightlifting as his route to success. One day, Youseph decided to pick up a pair of 40lb dumbbells鈥� And then put them back down and replace them with 15s! While it was a slow and extensive journey, there was never a day when he didn鈥檛 enjoy stepping into the gym and working hard!

Physical activity had started as a dreadful part of his day and transformed into something he looked forward to, and wanted to share with others. Whether it’s someone who鈥檚 never even been inside of a gym in their life or an aspiring bodybuilder trying to be the next Chris Bumstead, Youseph wants to make the journey easier for those wary of taking the first steps of bettering their lives.

When not at the gym, Youseph still holds on to many unrelated interests, such as video games, fashion, music, and photography

Specialties

• Powerlifting
• Bodybuilding
• Beginner programs
• Weight loss and maintenance

Education & Certification

• B.S. Psychology, 91探花
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer