Northwest Family YMCA
Personal Trainer Bios
“Let’s Make it Personal Together”
Certifications:
‐ Certified Personal Trainer
‐ Group X Certification/ Y Weight Loss Challenge
‐ Senior Population Certification
Favorite Quote:
"
You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them.
"
“I always thought I was a fit person until I attended a Health Screening ten years ago at my work and
discovered that being a weekend warrior did not qualify as "fitness". I joined a gym and I have never
regretted it. A few years ago I left the corporate scene to raise a family and now I am making fitness my
new focus. With child obesity on the rise, I know it is important to set a good example for my children and
their friends. I want to give each person I work with the skills to achieve their maximum potential. I
know that sometimes this means specific strength training exercises while for others this may just mean
"get moving." I tailor each routine to fit a person's needs & abilities.” ‐ Julia
Education & Certifications:
BA, MS,
University
of
Houston,
UT
Austin
Certified Personal Trainer, ACE P.T.; PFIT
Classes Taught:
Low impact aerobic dance, step, cardio combo, strength, flexibility, aqua, slide,
interval, circuit, personal training, stress reduction, human anatomy, motor development & learning.
What to Expect:
Guidance and support in developing and maintaining a physically active lifestyle by
improving function; exploration of interesting physical activity options to continue to optimize health,
function, and fitness.
Hobbies & Interests:
My beloved family ‐ Dan, my husband of 31+ years and our adult children, son
Nate and his wife Megan and daughter Liz; church youth group volunteer/lay leader; home‐centered
hospitality; knitting and other crafts.
Becky Behling
Certifications
:
‐ Certified Personal Trainer
‐ AFAA Personal Fitness Trainer,
‐ AFAA Primary Group Exercise Instructor
Classes Taught at Y
: Body by TKD & Cardio Agility
What to Expect:
Lisa really enjoys helping women get back in the exercise groove after getting away
from it. Lisa enjoys participating in marathons and fitness competitions, she believes, “Anyone can
and
should
do a sprint triathlon! I have done the Goofy Race and a Half
(1/2 marathon on Saturday, full on
Sunday), and the Longhorn 1/2 Ironman (2008).”
Nothing is Impossible
: Even swimming in open water when your terrified of water (Ask me about it!).
Lisa Pruett
Certifications & Accomplishments:
‐ A.F.A.A. Certified Personal Trainer
‐ Certified in Aqua Fitness & Youth Fitness ‐ Less Mills Certified Body Pump Instructor
‐ 1/2 Marathons: Kiawai Island (1:59), Columbia S. Carolina (1:51) ‐ Adventure Races: Austin Hell Run (7.1 mile trail run w/ 16 obstacles) ‐ Austin Tough Mudder (10.5 mile trail run w/ 19 obstacles)
Background: Jenny is the proud wife of a U.S. Marine and mother of 3 beautiful children. She follows a
comprehensive personal fitness regimen built around resistance training, cardiovascular training, and diet. Her
personal training philosophy is built on this sound foundation but is individually tailored to each client’s needs &
goals. After establishing the goals and objectives with her client, Jenny will dedicate each training session to not
only achieving these goals but pushing her clients beyond their comfort zone to realize their full potential and
become the “person they want to be.” Jenny has been an aerobics instructor for 5 years and teaches step,
interval, Boot camp, and Less Mills Body Pump classes.
Jenny Kopke
Rene Moryl
Certifications:
‐ Certified
Personal Trainer:
Seniors
Only
‐ CPR/ First Aid
‐ Registered Massage Therapist
Rene is a multi‐sport athlete, formally a Junior Olympian and a current All‐American runner. Her
passion in life consists of staying in top physical health & fitness and assisting seniors reach their
personal health goals. Rene has a background in physical therapy and has a 25 year health club man‐
agement experience. Train with Rene and get results!
Personal Health Moto: “
Make the commitment and stay consistent.”
Favorite Quote:
“ Those who wait up on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up
with wings of eagles, they shall run and not grow weary, they shall walk and not faint.” ‐ Isaiah 40:31
Education & Certifications:
‐ B.S. in Exercise, Texas State University ‐ NW Senior Personal Trainer
‐ NSCA, CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Favorite Exercise: Those multiple joint, multiple muscle exercises, aka….old school squats, pushups, and
pull‐ups. the military workout, if you will….but bring me food one day and maybe we compromise…
Background: Jimmy has been a Personal Trainer since 2005. He has been an employee of the Northwest Family
YMCA branch for 4 years and has enjoyed every minute of it. Jimmy specializes in weight loss & body fat reduction
through the education,motivation and implementation of weight loss programs and through functional exercise
and nutrition. You can expect rehabilitative workouts combining exercise and physical therapy concepts. Jimmy
believes in keeping exercise fun and fresh, & keeping the body guessing.Jimmy is experienced in training “special
needs” populations such as paraplegics to post surgical clients. He is a collegiate athlete, a left‐handed pitcher,
first baseman and outfielder at Frank Phillips College and a starting pitcher at Concordia University in Austin.
Jimmy Eierdam
What Sharon does at the Y:
∙ Private Swim Instructor for triathletes, serious swimmers
∙ Stroke Clinic instructor, Yoga, Pilates & Cycling
∙ Certified Personal Training – both land & in the pool
Education & Certifications:
∙ Master’s degree, Exercise Science (go VOLS)
∙ B.A. in Physical Education at Winthrop University
∙ Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500), American Viniyoga Institute ∙ Stott Pilates Certified
Background: Sharon specializes in shoulder, hip and spine issues (pre‐/post‐rehab), and sport specific strength
training. She believes in an integrated and functional approach to training, with just as much emphasis on
correcting alignment or imbalance issues and creating a strong core as the “serious” training (its ALL serious to
her). She works to teach her clients to feel and understand how his/her body is moving. Among her recent
accomplishments, she finished the Lonestar 70.3 (half IronMan), coming out of the water in 19th place (out of
154) in her age group. Sharon is still working on making her bike & run as strong as her swim!
Sharon Boon
∙ Licensed Massage Therapist
∙ Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
∙ ACSM Health Fitness Specialist
Certifications:
Certified
Personal
Trainer
since
2006
Certified
in
PFTA,
NASM
and
AFAA.
Certified
Level
1
Crossfit:
Olympic
Lifting
Background: Kindel has always been an active person. Prior to makingpersonal fitness her living, she played
basketball & ran track in high school and wake boarded incollege at Texas State. These days, when she is not
helping clients reach their goals, she enjoys competingin crossfit games, triathlons & other endurance sports.
During the rest of her time Kindel enjoysspending time with her husband and daughter going to the park & pool.
What to Expect: Kindel is a people person who enjoys assisting her clients in reaching their goals. She understands
that every client is different and prides herself on adaptingworkouts to each of their fitness levels. It is Kindel’s
approach of pushingher clients, not only physically but mentally as well, which produces the results her clients are
striving toreach. If you are tired of the same day to day workouts and are looking to be pushed outside of the box, Kindel is the trainer for you.
Quote: “It’s not how fast you get there, but how long you stay.”
Education & Certifications: ‐ B.A. in Criminal Justice*
‐ Biomechanics Certification, The Cooper Institute in Dallas, Tx ‐ Certified Personal Trainer: 15 yrs experience
‐ Certified Level 1 Cross Fit : Olympic Lifting
* In addition to personal training I can teach you self ‐defense.
This is me in a nutshell...
‐ Personal Strength: Ability to motivate others
‐ Fitness Strength: Lifting heavy weights
‐ Fitness Weakness: Running long distances
‐ Worst Vice: Cookies ... Any cookies.
‐ Most Proud of: My Grandmother
Favorite Quotes: “God will not give you a mountain you can’t climb” & “Giving it your best when no one is watching”
Jose Guerrero
‐ Biggest Fear: Not making a difference
‐ Biggest Dream: To own my own gym
‐ Can do without: Politics and meetings
‐ First Job: Bouncer in a country music dance
Education & Certifications:
‐ B.S. in Exercise and Sports Science, Texas State University
‐ Certified Personal Trainer & ACSM Certified
‐ American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, & AED
Hobbies: Golf, baseball, exercising, & cards
Background: “ I have been in fitness my whole life. I am a sports lover and grew up in Kentucky playing all sports.
I found a passion for basketball and baseball, but settled on baseball, playing on scholarship at Georgetown
College, Kentucky. I continued my love of the game, leaving after my junior year to play minor league baseball
for the Chillicothe Paints and after that coached college. I love to teach and help others learn about the benefits
of living a healthy lifestyle. My wife and I have an infant and a toddler, so I can sympathize with moms and dads
trying to get a workout in with a chaotic life.” ‐ Vince
Personal Trainer Philosophy: To help people of all ages & fitness levels reach their full physical potential so that
they can enjoy life in a more fulfilling way.
Vince Lawson
Education & Certifications:
B.S. in Exercise Science, UT‐San Antonio
N.A.S.M. Certified Personal Trainer
National Strength & Conditioning Member
Experience/Accomplishments:
8 yrs ‐ Coaching High School Baseball/Basketball Westwood HS
8 yrs ‐ Sport Specific Training
1 yr ‐ Biggest Loser Instructor JCC‐San Antonio
12 yrs ‐ Living with Lupus diagnosed at the age of 14
‐ 2nd Team all district Baseball and Basketball Westwood HS in 2003
What to Expect: Everything in moderation. Through my nutritional guidance and a structured workout schedule
we will obtain every goal you set. I will push you past the point you would push yourself while making sure you are
fundamentally sound. When you train with me I make myself available 24/7 for support because my greatest
satisfaction comes from seeing others’ succeed.
Dayne Mitchell
Education & Certifications
:
‐ Certified Personal Trainer
‐ B.S. in Kinesiology
‐ ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Training Specialties:
Strength and balance training for all ages and ability levels, special populations
and aquatic exercise.
What to Expect:
Clients who train with me can expect a fun and challenging work‐out geared toward
your specific goals. I promote utilizing a variety of tools including weight machines, stability balls,
medicine balls and balance trainers, as well as your own body weight to achieve your desired level of
fitness. I want my clients to find enjoyment in exercise and to make it a part of their lifestyle.
Kathy Patterson
Certifications:
‐ Nutritionist, Registered & Licensed Dietitian ‐ Certified Personal Trainer
Personal Achievement: 2nd place in her first competitive triathlon
Personal Interests: Fitness, cooking and enjoying the outdoors
Favorite Nutrition Tip: “All foods can fit!”
Favorite Quote: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine by thy food.” ‐ Hippocrates
If you are battling a health problem such as diabetes, heart disease or need to lose weight, her clinical experience
combined with medical nutrition therapy application can provide you with the needed tools to improve your
health. Earning her certified personal training degree gained her the extra edge needed to combine 2 of the most
important areas of health: fitness & nutrition. Through personal training, she is able to work with all ages and all
levels of experience to provide a fantastic workout experience. Her clients leave the gym feeling rejuvenated and
more energetic than when they walked through the door. Additionally, you will be pleasantly surprised to find you
may even exceed your fitness goals.
