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Our certified personal trainers are ready and excited to help you achieve your health and fitness goals!

Jackie G

Specialty: Jackie has a strong background and interest in group fitness with additional training in body image, nutrition, TRX, kettlebells, prenatal and postpartum fitness and special medical considerations. 

Education: Jackie has her Bachelors of Science in Psychology, and holds Personal Training and Group Exercise Certifications from NETA. Jackie has been leading group fitness for over 15 years!

Availability: Closed to new clients at this time. 

 

Contact Jackie for questions on Fitness and Wellness offerings!

jgoyette@winonaymca.org

 

Melissa

Specialty: Melissa has been leading group fitness for over 2 years, and can be found teaching HIIT, Group Cycling, and Aqua Fit. “I am especially passionate about helping people find a workout that is challenging, and helps them find love and enjoyment for their body and all it is capable of”.

Education: Melissa is YMCA-ACE Strength and Conditioning certified.

Schedule: Closed to new clients at this time.

 

Jordan M

Specialty: Jordan has been a Personal Trainer and Group Fitness instructor for 5 years prior to joining the YMCA team. Jordan has a passion for weight training, especially powerlifting. “We all have to start somewhere. Invest in your health, and learn how to do it safely and properly with me”.

Education: Jordan is a graduate of Winona State with a Bachelors of Science in Community Health, and is YMCA-ACE Certified Personal Trainer.

Availability: Closed to new clients at this time.

 

Amanda

Specialty/Interests: Amanda enjoys playing volleyball, pickleball, boxing, and swing dancing. Amanda also teaches our Line Dancing Class. 

Education: Amanda McPhail is a certified YMCA-ACE Strength & Conditioning Personal Trainer. She has her BA in Psychology and Sociology as well as her Graduate Degree in Alcohol & Drug Counseling. 


Schedule/Availability: New clients welcome at this time.  M-F mornings. Weekend availability by request.

 

 

Nathan C

Specialty: At a young age, I realized the importance of surrounding yourself with people who want to see you grow. When I started my strength training journey I came accustomed to the culture at the gym, which was filled with like-minded individuals who wanted to grow as well. Having the stability of positive reinforcement pushed me even when I failed, which was fuel to success. My goal is to empower those around me and help them achieve their highest potential. I am excited to achieve desired goals and help others gain confidence in their fitness journeys. 

Education: Y-USA Strength and Conditioning Certified Personal Trainer

Availability: M-F: 10a-2p 6p-8p, Saturday: 4p-8p, Sunday: 6p-8p

 

Kassie D.

Specialty: Kassie has been a Group Fitness Instructor at the Winona Family Y since 2016 teaching AquaFit, Yoga, Barre, and Group Cycling. She is excited to join the Personal Trainer Team and help our members reach their full potential. Kassie is available for Personal Training as well as Private Yoga Lessons.

Education: Kassie is a 200 hour RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher), and is also certified to teach Barre. Kassie is recently certified in Personal Training through Y-USA ACE Foundations of Strength and Conditioning. She is also currently studying to be a LiveStrong Trainer here at the Y.

Availability: M-W, Th, F by request, Tuesdays all day except when teaching Yoga (10-11am, 4-5pm). Weekends by request. New clients welcome at this time.

Josh

Specialty: Josh has been teaching group fitness classes at the Winona Y since 2017. “I am passionate about helping others reach their fitness goals, staying healthy, and living their best life”.

Education: Josh is a certified personal trainer through Y-ACE Strength and Conditioning.

Availability: Monday-Thursday anytime after 5:00 p.m., Friday daytime availability 9-11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on. Weekends available, and mornings by request. New clients are welcome at this time.

 

Ike

Specialty: Ike has 9 years of strength and conditioning training experience, and is also a football, wrestling, and track & field coach. Ike is also a former collegiate football player, and is passionate about helping people progress to reach their goals and their full potential, regardless of age or ability.

Education: Ike has his Bachelors of Applied Science in Physical Education, Masters of Science in Education, and is IYCA certified in speed and agility. He is also certified through ACE’s Foundations of Strength and Conditioning. 

Availability: Closed to new clients at this time.

 

 

Kim

Specialty: Kim has been teaching group fitness classes at the Winona Y since 2015. “I am excited to share my love for exercise and healthy living with members of the Y”.

Education: Kim is a certified personal trainer through Y-ACE Strength and Conditioning. Kim is also a level II certified Les Mills BODYPUMP instructor and loves group strength training. 

Availability: Available for personal training on a casual on call, substitution basis, by request, and is also available for new member equipment orientations.

 

 

Nick

Specialty/Interests: Lifting, running, and using high intensity interval training. Focus on a balance of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and muscular endurance, with recovery.
 

Education: Nick is a WSU graduate with a B.S. Movement Science. For the last 6 years, he was an Army Healthcare Specialist and worked in aid stations treating and analyzing musculoskeletal injuries. He has worked closely with Athletic Trainers & Physical Therapists and worked in a Physical Therapy clinic for a short time completing his service. Nick also has his Y-USA Strength & Conditioning Personal Trainer certification.

Schedule/Availability: Not taking new clients at this time.

 

 

Kenzie

Specialty: Kenzie has experience working with people of all ages and all levels of fitness in both one-on-one sessions and Group Fitness. “I’m excited to be a part of the YMCA family. I look forward to walking alongside every member to give them the opportunity to fulfill their health and fitness goals”.

Education: Kenzie has graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science at Winona State University. Kenzie is a YMCA-ACE certified Personal Trainer. 

Availability: Limited spots available. 

6:00AM - 8:00AM weekday mornings, and weekends upon request.

 

Nathan K

Specialty: Nathan knows his way around the weight room. He's been a member for years and is a self-motivated and determined personal trainer here to help reach your fitness and wellness goals. 

Education: Bachelors of Science, Public Health. YMCA-ACE Certified Personal Trainer. 

Availability: New clients welcome. 

Monday-Thursday 4:30-7:30, Fridays noon-7:30
Sat-Sun by request.

 

Hailey

Specialty: Hailey is interested in TRX and has incorporated it into a lot of her client workouts, as well as leads our small group TRX sessions. Hailey will also be substituting some of our Group Fitness classes and can work with all ages and populations. 

Education: Hailey is a YMCA-ACE certified Strength and Conditioning Personal Trainer, has completed a Movement Science internship here at the Y, and is in the process of obtaining her Bachelor’s Degree in Movement Science. 

Availability: New clients are welcome at this time. 

Monday 8am-10am, Monday 4pm-8pm, Tuesday 4pm-8pm, Wednesday 8-10am, Wednesday 5-8pm, Thursday 5-8pm, Friday 10am-2:30pm, and weekends by request.

 

Specialty: Easton has played sports his entire life and has been on a fitness journey of his own, having lost 40 pounds in the last two years. He enjoys spending time in the Wellness Center here at the Y doing his own workouts, and looks forward to helping members of all ages and abilities. 

Education: Easton is a Finance & Economics Student at WSU, and is YMCA-ACE Certified Personal Trainer.


Availability:  M/W/F anytime after 10 a.m., Tues/Thurs anytime after 3:30 p.m., weekends and after hours by request. New clients welcome at this time.