Richmond District

The Orientation

Free to new members, this is a one-on-one session with a Certified Personal Trainer. After setting realistic goals that will work for you, you will be given a Fitness Evaluation consisting of body composition testing, posture assessments and cardio training. We will determine your heart rate training zones so that you can make every workout count. You’ll also learn some key exercises and stretches.

All members between the ages of 13 and 17 must complete an Orientation within the first month of membership.

Personal Training

Our Nationally Certified Personal Trainers will work with you to design a program for that will give lasting results.  Your trainer will teach you the best exercises specific to your fitness level and keep you motivatied whether you are recovering from an injury or an experienced athlete.  You will learn how to track your progress and stay focused on your personal goals. 

For more information, please contact Health and Fitness Coordinator, Annie Thatcher-Stephens, athatcher-stephens@ymcasf.org

Annie

(415) 666-9608

Fitness Coordinator, ACE Personal Trainer

Annie incorporates years of professional dance and Pilates experience, with a devotion to the Alexander technqiue, into every workout. Since graduating from the University of Hartford with a BFA in dance performance, she has been creating innovative and effective programs for people of all ages and levels of fitness. With an emphasis on core strength and support, as well as special attention to alignment and flexibility, her style can benefit beginning exercisers as well as the seasoned athlete. So, whether it's a fast-paced, "boot camp" style workout you're seeking, or a new approach to conscious, mindful exercise, Annie will help you to reach your personal fitness goals.

Laura

NASM Personal Trainer

Specialization: Plateau busting! Laura likes helping people revise their "stale" work out routines so they can finally get the results they've been looking for. She believes "every single one of ushas the potential to develop a strong, healthy, uniquely beautiful body." Laura became a trainer because of her passion for helping people find that potential within themselves.

Jesse

NASM Certified Personal Trainer

Jesse is a part of the Exercise Physiology Undergraduate Program at San Francisco State University. He is up to date on the latest techniques to maximize your athletic potential on. If you are new to the "gym experience," and need guidance, Jesse can give you the tools you need to reach your goals. Using NASM's OPT model, he will design a thorough, well-rounded and progressive program that improves your strength, balance, agility and quickness.