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Stefanie
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].
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].
Elena
Specialization: Elena specializes 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. If you need help tailoring your nutrition, check out her one-on-one Nutrition coaching program.
Let’s lift, grow, and thrive together!
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].
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].
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].
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. 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].
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].