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Personal Training & Coaching
We all need the advice of an expert sometimes, as well as the personal attention to help us meet our goals. The Skagit Valley Family YMCA offers personal training and coaching to help you set and meet your specific goals to live healthier and feel better.
- Personal Training (60-minute sessions)
- A personal trainer can help you with a wide variety of goals you might have, such as weight loss, improved cardiovascular health, strength training, and more. In your initial session, the personal trainer will help evaluate your current fitness level, engage in conversation with you about your goals and aspirations, and help you develop a plan for the future!
- Sleep Coaching (30-minute session)
- We all know that sleep is important but sometimes it doesn’t come easily. Learn how to identify roadblocks that are preventing you from getting the sleep you need and discover solutions and habits that will help you get more Zzz’s!
Aqua Coaching with Patty
Education/Experience: Certified Water Fitness Instructor since 2017How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in June 2017
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 9/23/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 45.50 |
Available Sessions
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09/23/24 - 12/31/25
1 session - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
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Nutrition Coaching - Elena (12-24 sessions)
Specialization: Elena specializes in helping women who want to lose weight and build lean muscle through nutrition and exercise by building strong habits and ditching quick fixes.
Education/Experience: Certified Nutrition Coach, PN level 1, Certified Health Coach PN level 2. NASM certified personal trainer, TRX certified instructor. NASM group fitness instructor. 10 years of experience in fitness.
How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in September 2023
Have a question for Elena? Email her at [email protected].
- A 45-60 minute weekly session
- A customized nutrition plan and all monthly adjustments to the plan
- A weekly email with resources and recipes
- Monthly body composition measurements
- Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5pm accountability (you can email me or text me and I will respond within 24 hours)
- PDF’s and assessments
- A whole-person coaching approach
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 6/3/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 130.00 |
Nutrition Coaching - Elena (Single Maintenance Session)
***These single sessions are considered maintenance sessions for clients who have worked with Elena for minimum of 3-6 months.***
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Meet Elena!
- I am a coach at heart, mother of three, wife, actress, and strength trainer
- I am a Precision Nutrition Level 1 and Level 2 certified master coach, NASM certified trainer, group fitness instructor.
- I have been working with clients since 2018.
- I specialize in helping women who want to lose weight and build lean muscle through nutrition and exercise by building strong habits and ditching quick fixes.
- I help clients become aware of the changes they need to make in order to achieve any health and wellness related goal. I am the tour guide and they are the boss of their own journey. I help women make friends with their bodies in find their perfect plan.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 9/18/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | $ 117.00 |
Available Sessions
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09/18/24 - 12/31/25
Single maintenance session - 1 hr
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Personal Training - Amy
Specialization: Amy specializes in training clients ranging from young adults to Active Older Adults, including cancer patients and survivors. She can provide individualized strength and cardio sessions, yoga sessions, and pilates sessions.
Education/Experience: ACE Group Fitness Instructor since 2015; Yoga Fit Level One certified since 2015; ACE Certified Personal Trainer; 7 years of teaching experience
How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in September 2014
Have a question for Amy? Email her at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 11/6/23 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Personal Training - Crystal
Specialization: Crystal’s approach to fitness is built on a solid foundation of experience and a genuine desire to help each individual reach their full potential. Whether you’re aiming to run your first marathon, stay active during pregnancy, or recover from an injury, Crystal tailors every session to meet your unique needs. Her dynamic, supportive training style challenges clients while fostering an environment of empowerment, confidence, and fun. Crystal is passionate about helping people of all ages and fitness levels build strength, improve flexibility, and achieve lasting results. With her guidance, clients not only meet their fitness goals but also gain the tools and confidence to make wellness a lifelong journey.
Education/Experience: With over 20 years of running experience and an unwavering passion for fitness, Crystal has been a dedicated group fitness instructor at the Skagit Valley Family YMCA since 2017. She holds an Associate Degree in Kinesiology and is currently pursuing a degree to become a physical therapist, further expanding her knowledge of human movement and rehabilitation. Crystal is trained in a wide range of fitness disciplines, including strength and conditioning, indoor cycling, Pilates, senior fitness, pre-and post-natal fitness, youth fitness, and Pedaling for Parkinson’s. She holds a certification from ACE.
How Long He’s Been at the Y: Started in June 2017
Have a question for Crystal? Email her at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 4/8/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Personal Training - Elena
Elena Rivera-Galaz is a certified personal trainer specializing in helping women build strength, confidence, and muscle through effective strength training and sustainable fitness strategies. With a passion for empowering women to feel their best, Elena focuses on personalized workout programs, proper form, and mindset coaching to help clients achieve their goals—whether it’s gaining muscle, increasing strength, or improving overall health.
With more than 10 years of experience in the fitness industry, Elena believes that lifting weights isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about building resilience, boosting energy, and embracing a lifestyle that promotes long-term well-being. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in strength training, Elena is dedicated to guiding you every step of the way toward a stronger, healthier you.
Let’s lift, grow, and thrive together!
Have a question for Elena? Email her at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 3/25/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Personal Training - Elizabeth
Specialization: Elizabeth offers inclusive and adaptive personal training & focused on function, removing pain, improving mobility, and improving the overall quality of life for her clients. Taking clients on a case-by-case basis. Her target audiences are:
- Those with Parkinson’s and other degenerative health conditions
- Those with chronic health conditions
- Cancer patients and survivors
- Those with intellectual and physical disabilities
- Those recovering from injuries or in need of injury prevention support (including post-op joint replacement recovery)
Education/Experience: Advanced Personal Training & First Aid from Butler Community College, Exercise Science From Wichita State University, ACSM-Certified Personal Trainer, ACSM-Certified Group Exercise Instructor, ACSM/NCHPAD-Certified Inclusive Trainer, ACSM/ACS-Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer, ACSM-Autism Exercise Specialist, TRX Instructor Certified, YMCA Group Exercise Instructor, YMCA-Aquatic Exercise Instructor, ACE-Senior Fitness Specialist, ACE-Strength & Conditioning Specialist
How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in June 2023
Have a question for Elizabeth? Email her at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 11/1/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Personal Training - Kim
Specialization: Kim specializes in providing training for beginners to advanced lifters looking to build strength, endurance, physical resilience, and confidence through a fitness routine. Each session with Kim will include a thorough warm up with mobility and preventative habilitation exercises, a workout tailored to your goals, and a cool down. Workouts will be shared digitally so that Kim and client can track progress.
Education/Experience: NFPT Certified Personal Trainer; 7 years teaching experience; half-marathon and bodybuilding competition experience
How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in January 2015
Have a question for Kim? Email her at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 8/29/23 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Personal Training - Lifrage
Specialization: Lifrage specializes in helping clients interested in improving their muscular stability, endurance, hypertrophy, and/or power. Each session with Lifrage will include a warm up, large-muscle workout, small-muscle/core workout, and a cool down. Lifrage can help clients learn and improve fundamental barbell lifts such as bench press, deadlift, and squat to target large muscle groups. Additionally, Lifrage can help develop training plans for clients interested in boxing/kickboxing.
Education/Experience: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, 5 years of kickboxing experience, Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 2-0 Amateur MMA Record, 2 Kickboxing exhibition matches
How Long He’s Been at the Y: Started in September 2024
Have a question for Lifrage? Email him at [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 10/31/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Personal Training - Stefanie
Stephanie is not currently taking new clients. Please see our other amazing trainers!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 8/10/23 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |