At the Knoxville Y, we believe in good health and well-being for everyone in our community. Our goal is to support you and help you take charge of your health. One of the ways we do that is by providing personal training. Our nationally certified trainers will coach, motivate and inspire you to reach your personal goals, and achieve the results you want for your body and your life.
Your body deserves a unique fitness regime tailored to you. Personal training provides the support you need to reach your wellness goals, train for an event or achieve optimal health. At the Knoxville Y, you will be part of a welcoming and nurturing environment where together we will work toward achieving the results you have always wanted.
Session costs – Individual
Below are the costs for a personal trainer (single client).
1 Session: $45
3 Sessions: $130
6 Sessions: $210
12 Sessions: $400
24 Sessions: $745
Benefits of a personal trainer
Personal training helps you establish realistic and attainable goals. Your trainer will develop an exercise program specific to your individual needs. Working together, you will learn proper exercise technique so you can avoid common mistakes and make progress towards your health goals.
Personal trainers will integrate variety into your exercise program, so you can you avoid burnout and move beyond any plateaus. They also will support you with positive encouragement and motivation, while providing the accountability you need to become healthier and confident.
Personal training focuses you on the right action
At the Y, working with a personal trainer should be more than just a workout. Many Health and Wellness goals can only be achieved by addressing all aspects of wellness. A personal trainer can help you live your best life by achieving your fitness goals, whatever your age or current abilities.
In addition to a great workout experience, you also receive the following:
- Initial wellness consultation
- Ongoing fitness assessments every 12 weeks
- Nationally certified personal trainers that specialize in providing motivation, encouragement and accountability
- Customized training programs developed based on your goals and needs
- Online food logs and nutrition tracking through ActivTrax
Why personal training?
Personal training is perfect for people who want to develop and achieve personal health goals. At they Y, we help all types of people of all ages do that and be able to experience the results in their lives.
Our personal trainers specialize in:
- General fitness / Cardiovascular endurance
- Post-rehab training
- Weight loss and weight gain
- Strength, sports, and power training
- Teen fitness
- Functional fitness training (TRX, Kettlebell, Battle ropes, etc…)
- Pre- and post-natal fitness
- Yoga / Pilates
- Older adult fitness
About our personal trainers
Our certified personal trainers use their knowledge of health, methods of sound exercise principles and state-of-the-art equipment to guide you to your fitness goals. Based on your health and individual needs, our personal trainers will customize and implement a program to fit your goals.
For example, Personal Trainers at the Y have one or more of the following:
- NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
- NCCA Accredited Certification
- ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
- ACE (American Council on Exercise)
- Degree in exercise science or related field
Aquatic Personal Training
At The Y in Knoxville, we know that it can be difficult to get started on a stronger, healthier you. That’s why we’re here to support you, and help you get the guidance and motivation you need.
Our water fitness professionals are certified and can help you gain greater strength, range of motion, flexibility, muscle tone and increased cardiovascular health. Sessions are held in one of our heated pools.
Aquatic personal training has many benefits, such as:
- Pushing yourself out of a plateau
- Recover from injury without losing strength and stamina
- Increased muscle strength, posture and balance
- Greater mobility and flexibility in joints
- Eases stiffness in joints and relaxes sore muscles
- Enhances mood and sleep quality
- Depending on intensity level, you can burn up to 400-600 calories per hour
Package options
The Knoxville YMCA offers a variety of personal and group training options to fit everyone’s unique fitness needs and lifestyles. Personal training is available to members only.
One-On-One Personal Training
Work one-on-one with a dedicated personal trainer to reach your fitness goals. Sessions typically last one hour.
Individual Personal Training
1 Session: $45
3 Sessions: $130
6 Sessions: $210
12 Sessions: $400
24 Sessions: $745
Partner Personal Training (Buddy Packs)
1 Session: $50 ($25 per person)
6 Sessions: $275 ($137.50 per person)
Small Group Personal Training (3–6 people)
8 Sessions: $120 per person
12 Sessions: $180 per person
Individual, partner and group training packages are good for 6 months from date of purchase. Your Trainer will setup your sessions with you to best suit your schedule. Small group training may not be available at every Knoxville Y location.
* Prices listed are per person.
Personal training in 4 easy steps
It’s easy to find a personal trainer that is a good fit for you and your schedule.
STEP 1: Fill out a short interest form.
STEP 2: Once it is reviewed by our staff we will contact you to discuss your specific needs and goals.
STEP 3: Get matched with your new personal trainer.
STEP 4: Schedule your personal training appointments.
