Personal Training

Elaine Drawbridge, Fitness Director x230 edrawbridge@worcesterjcc.org

The Personal Trainers at the Worcester JCC are all nationally certified professional with college degrees and extensive experience. We can match you with just the right trainer. Sessions available in the following specialties: Strength and Fitness, Water, Yoga, Tai Chi and more!!

Work 1 : 1 with a JCC certified Personal Trainer to develop a program that best suits your fitness schedule and needs. Whether your schedule allows you time to train in the morning, noon or evening - we have a trainer for you.

When you meet with your trainer, your health and workout history will be assessed and your goals will be discussed. Based on those goals and the time you have available to workout, a fitness plan will be developed which will include cardiovascular exercise, strength training and flexibility training. You will workout under the watchful eye of your trainer who will correct your form and keep you coming in.

In addition to Fitness Personal Training we offer:

Aqua Personal Training: Elaine Drawbridge, Worcester JCC Fitness and Group Exercise Director offers personal training in the water and on land. Elaine is certified by Igor Burdenko, the leading authority on Aquatic Exercise and Therapy. Elaine leads clients through an Aquatic based workout customized to the individual's needs and abilities. For more information on this exciting new training system please contact Elaine Drawbridge, Fitness Director, x 230.

Stott Pilates Personal Training (reformer or mat):
"Golf demands a delicate balance of mental and physical skill. Pilates enables you to focus on both through mind-body awareness by gaining insight into the connection between the physical and psychological componets of athletic performance. Tiger Woods, David Duval, Rocco mediate, Sean O'Hair, Lee Jansen...all incorporate Pilates into their training regimen." Stott Pilates...increase your mind-body awareness with Pilates training.
Storr Pro Reformer is suitable for all types of clients from athletes to rehab participants, to older adults and to regular fitness enthusiats. Reformer work will enhance torso stability and strength, joint stability, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Mat Work - Apply Stott Pilates principles of core stabililty, breathing and alignment to all exercises. Modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions. Small equipment added for variety and specific needs.

Training Studio

We are very excited to be able to offer personal training to our Basic Members (as well as Non-Members) in our new Training Studio. Get the same excellent training by our nationally cerfitied personal trainers in our functionally based studio. Develop a program to meet your specific needs at a time that is convenient to your schedule. Whether training for weight loss, increased strength and fitness or functional mobility, you will workout under the watchful eye of your trainer who will correct your form and keep you coming in! All training will take place in the studio with your trainor.

TRX Suspension Training

The TRX was originally created in the Navy SEAL Teams in the late nineties by commandos trying to stay fit while deployed to places where time is of the essence and gyms don't exist. TRX training uses your own bodyweight as resistance and the level of difficulty is variable from 0 to 100%...changing the resistance is as simple as takin ga couple of steps forward or backward to adjust the angle of your body in relation to the ground. It is multi-dimensional and fully supports your body weight so you can really work your entire body. TRX Suspension Training will be available in monthly sessions meeting 1 time each week.

For those who desire long term work with a personal trainer, the following packages are available:

Private Sessions for Functional, TRX, Pilates, Aqua, & Youth:
Member Rates - All non-fitness center members will train in the training studio or pool. Fitness Center use available to fitness center members only.
• 1 session (1 hr.) - $55
• 5 sessions - $265
• 10 sessions - $530

Semi-Private* (member & member):
• 1 session (1 hr.) - $86 ($43/pp)
• 5 sessions - $416 ($208/pp)

Non-Member Rates - All non-member training will take place in the training studio or pool. Fitness Center use available to fitness members only
• 1 session (1 hr.) - $62
• 5 sessions - $290
• 10 sessions - $580

Semi-Private* (non member & non member):
• 1 session (1 hr.) - $94 ($47/pp)
• 5 sessions - $456 ($228/pp)

Additional Training
Semi-Private (member & non member) • 1 session (1 hr.) - $92 ($43/m, $49/nm)
• 5 sessions - $457 ($208/m, $249/nm)

*Semi-private means 2 people within the same time slot. It is preferable that your goals are the same.

Monthly TRX Suspension Training - $60/M, $70/NM, $15 Drop-In

Jr. Fitness Center Training Course (Ages 11 - 15) 4/1 hr sessions, $141

Notice of cancellation must be at least 24 hours in advance for all personal training. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance will result in a full charge for the session. Please discuss with your trainer the best way to reach her/him in case of cancellation. The JCC will not be responsible for messages.

Call Elaine Drawbridge, Fitness Director x 230 or edrawbridge@worcesterjcc.org to schedule an appointment with a personal trainer.

Nicolette Bender
My education includes a BS in Exercise Science, an Associates degree in Physical Therapy and certifications from National Strength and Conditioning Association and Stott Pilates. The Reltes method has proven excellent for core conditioning, postural realignment, spinals stabilization and general conditioning for clients from post rehab to the athlete. My philosophy is to focus on the client as a whole and to find exercises that will help immediately with daily function.

Sharon Dwelley
I have been a certified fitness instructor for over 20 years and recently became a certified personal trainer. In my fitness career, I have worked with all ages and levels of fitness. One of my interests is assisting clients who have had an illness or injury that has set them back physically. My personal experience with battling cancer and regaining my own health and fitness makes me confident that I can help clients regain their strength, endurance and balance.

Slavka Johnson
I have been working in sports and fitness for over 20 years. I have trained all age groups from amateur to nationally ranked athletes. I am a firm believer that the right diet and fitness gives your life the highest quality of enjoyment. The Pilates technique of training is one of my favorite because of its low impact and great results for your posture, abs and back. Give yourself a gift of being the best you can be.

Stacie Lavine
As an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor I enjoy making fitness a fun and rewarding experience. Certified in BodyPump, BodyStep, BodyFlow and SPINNING, I understand that the key to a well balanced and fit lifestyle; the optimal mix of strength, cardiovascular, and flexibility training, is core conditioning. As a STOTT PILATES Trained Instructor, I see pilates as the “foundation for optimal musculoskeletal performance –strength, flexibility and endurance”. I help my clients to understand, take responsibility for, and work to improve their posture and movement patterns. This allows them to incorporate their pilates practice into their daily lives, a mindful way to improve their overall well-being.

Mary MacAdam
I have been fortunate to be a Personal Trainer and instructor at the JCC for 5 years. During that time I have worked with a variety of people, from teens to seniors. Listening to my clients is imperative as you have excellent instincts about what is right for you. I use a variety of tools to individualize program – stability balls, free weights, balance training and machines. Motivation, enthusiasm and determination will keep you progressing towards your fitness goals.

Cheryl Mita
I have been in the fitness industry for over 25 years. I graduated in 1984 with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy and have been a Personal Trainer since 1990. I work with a variety of clients with a special interest in women’s fitness and senior fitness. I have helped design fitness manuals for women’s weight equipment. At the age of 52, I know first hand how diet and exercise can help you feel 30.

Paul Reynolds

Sandy Seale
I am an A.F.A.A Certified Personal Trainer, with a background in dance and physical education. I have nearly 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry as an aerobic instructor, aerobic champion and 10 years as a fitness television host. I work hard with each client to help them reach their specific fitness goals. I will help you bring energy and enthusiasm into your life.