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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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Nutrition Coaching 6 Week Kickstart - Elena
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].
**6 WEEK KICK START FAT LOSS NUTRITION COACHING PROGRAM**
The minimum commitment for my Nutrition Coaching program is between 3-6 months.
I am offering a 6 week kick start program to give you the tools and guidance to start seeing results and unlock the reason you might be reaching a plateau or to find what works for you to start achieving the results you are looking for. Participants can expect:
- A 45-60 minute weekly session
- A customized nutrition plan ( with calories and macronutrients needs)
- A weekly email with resources and recipes
- One body composition with the best technology device, INBODY at the beginning and another test at the end of the 6 weeks.
- 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
- Working in 3 Habits, like adding more protein, identifying trigger foods, emotional triggers, or self-sabotage (the reason you might not advance)
This program is all about YOU and creating a plan that fits YOUR lifestyle without starving yourself or eliminating the foods you enjoy. This program is about building long term habits, assessing and overcoming obstacles, and identifying triggers that hold you back.
If you want to make big changes, we have to take small, consistent daily actions.
If this resonates with you, then, I am your coach!
Previous Client Testimonial:
In the spring I had a major birthday and realized that I had spent many of my adult years on a diet of some sort – I’ve tried them all.
Finally, I got serious and hired Elena to teach me about nutrition. I told her I was never going on another diet – I needed her to guide me in learning how to eat nutritiously, to stop stress eating, and learn to eat more and better food. I learned that there are ways to handle my stress eating, how to make a plan for upcoming events and how to keep track of it all by counting macros. I had plenty of food to eat – I was not hungry, even after working out 5 days a week.
During the twelve weekly sessions with Elena I lost 13 pounds and many inches of fat, not muscle. I was surprised about the loss because that was just a side benefit. I still went to social events, weddings, and a vacation and managed my food without denying myself.
Since my weekly meetings with Elena I have kept all the weight off, all of my clothes fit, I have lots of energy and feel much more confident. I also learned that if I overeat, to examine why and start my wellness program again immediately, not the next day.
I am very grateful for Elena and her dedication in teaching me about the nutrition that my body needs to function at its peak. This was money well spent! C. Ann
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 12/5/25 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 130.00 |
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 - Casey
Specialization: Casey specializes in functional movement and balance training, strength training, return-to-sport conditioning, and swimming technique. She’s passionate about helping clients of all ages and skills levels move better, feel stronger, and gain confidence – whether you’re just starting out or training to perform at your best.
Education/ Experience: BS in Kinesiology and Minor in Psychology from WSU, ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, Red Cross Certified Lifeguard, Physical Therapist Aide for 1.5 yrs
How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in May 2021
Have a question for Casey? Email her at [email protected]
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Member | |
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| 11/26/25 | 12/31/26 | 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 - Kim
Kim is taking new clients on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to Kim ([email protected]) for more information.
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 |
Available Sessions
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09/08/23 - 12/31/25
1 Group Session - 1 hr
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$35 - $45 | Session is Full | |
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09/08/23 - 12/31/25
1 Session - 1 hr
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09/08/23 - 12/31/25
3 Group Sessions - 1 hr
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$210 - $270 | Register | |
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09/08/23 - 12/31/25
3 Sessions - 1 hr
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$210 - $270 | Register | |
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09/08/23 - 12/31/25
6 Sessions - 1 hr
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$420 - $540 | Register |
Personal Training - Stefanie
Stephanie is taking new clients on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to Stefanie ([email protected]) for more information.
Specialization: Stefanie provides individualized strength and/or cardio training for a wide range of fitness types, ages, and ability levels. She can help clients with basic strength/conditioning exercises as well as help clients further their current strength/conditioning training programs and meet performance goals. Equipment such as dumbbells, barbells, bands and body weight exercises, along with balance and functional training will be used to enhance the client’s fitness routine.
Education/Experience: BS in Sport Psychology/Exercise Science from WWU; ACE Certified Personal Trainer; 12 years of teaching experience
How Long She’s Been at the Y: Started in February 2008
Have a question for Stefanie? Email her at [email protected].
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 |