jcc Personal Training
We Help You Achieve Your Goals
Working out under the guidance of a personal trainer is motivating and an opportunity to learn the best ways to achieve your goals.
The JCC offers a great many training options for you to choose from. Whether its Personal Training or Small Group Training, we have options to fill your needs.
JCC personal trainers are dedicated fitness experts with years of experience and specialties ranging from personalized routine development and injury prevention to sports conditioning. Our trainers are certified professionals with education across a variety of disciplines including nursing, physical therapy, exercise physiology, athletic training, and several specialized therapies—skills that can match your interests, concerns and needs.
No matter where you are on your wellness journey, the JCC is the best partner you can have to help you achieve your goals! Whatever your goal, we can design a program to help you achieve it. Your trainer will monitor and update your fitness routine as you progress, ensuring that the exercises you perform are done safely and for maximum effectiveness.
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SQUIRREL HILL PERSONAL TRAINING
Train in confidence, believe in yourself!
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Let us help you look good and feel great. Your personal trainer will customize a program designed just for you and guide you to experience a life-changing transformation through safe, enjoyable workouts.
One-on-One Private Workout
We will design a personalized exercise program to help you reach your goals. Your trainer will motivate you, keep you on track and make sure your workouts are safe, enjoyable and effective.
Physician’s approval may be required. By appointment only.
Youth Personal Training is available.
Have general questions and want to set up a personal training consultation?
Contact Annie Kostovny for more information
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Meet Our Trainers
Michael Assouline
Michael Assouline
My philosophy is: the best
type of exercise is the one you
enjoy.
Exercise is a very holistic
activity. Enjoying the activity
makes it much easier, allowing
a person to strive for their
goals.
Education: B.S. Kinesiology Movement Science,
Penn State University
Rocca Avena
Rocca Avena
If you're looking for an upbeat and passionate trainer to help you reach your strength or weight loss goals, I am the perfect fit for you!
Education: BS in Exercise Science. Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer; BLS Certified and CPR/AED Certified,
University of Pittsburgh Exercise Science
Program
Tarna Batelman
Tarna Batelman
I love to help people really understand and learn how to weight train and build muscle so they can have those skills for life!
Education: BA in Linguistics and Certificate in
American Sign Language from the University
of Pittsburgh
Certifications: NSCA-CPT
Certifications: NSCA-CPT
Andrew Butch
Andrew Butch
I became a trainer because I really like helping people and seeing the benefit and impact fitness can have on their lives. I always found the science of fitness and wellness super interesting and want to share that with other.
Certifications: ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
Certifications: ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
Tanner Clark
Tanner Clark
I have a passion for bringing athletic performance to people of all ages.
Education: B.S. in Kinesiology
Certifications: NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, ACSM Certified Personal Trainer . USA Weightlifting Level 1
Austin Hahn
Austin Hahn
My training style is very goal oriented based on the fitness wants and needs of my clients. I enjoy working with and pushing my clients towards these goals.
Education: B.S. of Kinesiology - Penn State University
Education: B.S. of Kinesiology - Penn State University
Bill Herman
Bill Herman
I specialize in both strength and endurance conditioning, paying attention to both form and technique.
Certifications: ACE Certified Personal Trainer, TRX Certified.
Certifications: ACE Certified Personal Trainer, TRX Certified.
Eric Ho
Eric Ho
I use a variety of training methods catered to your fitness goals, and I have a great background in rehabilitation and strength training.
Education: B.S in Rehabilitation Science from the
University of Pittsburgh; currently obtaining my doctorate of physical therapy.
Certifications: ACE certified Personal Trainer; CPR certified
Certifications: ACE certified Personal Trainer; CPR certified
Aaron Horrell
Aaron Horrell
Aaron’s focus for his clients
is to improve performance
and function for athletic
activities or activities of
daily living. His approach
involves an initial movement
assessment to detect
postural deficiencies and
joint dysfunction to find a
baseline for each individual.
Education: Masters of Science in Health Science with a focus on performance enhancement and injury prevention.
Certifications: Licensed Athletic Trainer, Athletic Trainer Certified, Certified Personal Trainer, Performance Enhancement Specialist, Human Movement Specialist
Kevin Hutchinson
Kevin Hutchinson
Education: B.S. in Sports Management and Exercise
Physiology From Bowling Green State University
Certifications: Powerline Personal Training; CPR/AED, American Red Cross
Certifications: Powerline Personal Training; CPR/AED, American Red Cross
Peer Kaufmann
Peer Kaufmann
I specialize in building full body strength through exercises that increase lean muscle, bone density, and joint integrity to protect against injury and age-related decline.
Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Spartan DEKA Certified Instructor
Annie Kostovny
Annie Kostovny
I love helping people by showing them how beneficial movement can be to their lifestyle.
Education: B.S. Exercise Science
Certifications: ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, ISSA Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist, ISSA Certified Exercise Therapy, MOSSA Move 30, MOSSA 3D30, ACSM Inclusive Fitness Specialist, Spinning, SilverSneakers,
Certifications: ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, ISSA Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist, ISSA Certified Exercise Therapy, MOSSA Move 30, MOSSA 3D30, ACSM Inclusive Fitness Specialist, Spinning, SilverSneakers,
Amy Kreger
Amy Kreger
Amy began studying yoga in 1987 and has been teaching in and around the city of Pittsburgh for 20+ years. Leveraging her passion for fitness she completed a master’s degree in health, physical activity and chronic disease at the University of Pittsburgh and taught anatomy and physiology for the Community College of Allegheny County while leading classes in all forms of group exercise at multiple locations in the city.
Education:
BS In Exercise Science, University of Pittsburgh;
MS in Health, Physical Activity, and Chronic Disease, University of Pittsburgh
CERTIFICATIONS: NASM Certified Behavior Change Specialist, NASM Certified Nutrition Coach, Aerobics Instructor Certified by AFAA, the Athletic and Fitness Association of America, SilverSneakers® Certified, NASM Silver & Fit Certified, Madd Dogg Spinning® Certified, Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Certified Facilitator, Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach
CERTIFICATIONS: NASM Certified Behavior Change Specialist, NASM Certified Nutrition Coach, Aerobics Instructor Certified by AFAA, the Athletic and Fitness Association of America, SilverSneakers® Certified, NASM Silver & Fit Certified, Madd Dogg Spinning® Certified, Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Certified Facilitator, Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach
Marsha Mullen
Marsha Mullen
A Certified Athletic Trainer in Sport Medicine for 30 years and Cardiac Rehab Specialist. I love helping people with Orthopedic injuries achieve their fitness goals. Exercise is Medicine with having to swallow a pill - it helps everything and everyone.
Education: MS in Sports Medicine/ Exercise Physiology, University of Pittsburgh; BSE in Physical Education, SUNY Cortland
Certifications: NATA - National Athletic Training Association/Licensed certified Athletic trainer BLS - Basic Life Support Cardiac Rehab Specialist Certified Level 3 star Spinning Instructor Certified Group Power, Group Centergy, Group Core and Group Active Certified PWR! - Parkinson Wellness Recovery Instructor Certified On the Move Instructor Certified Matter of Balance Instructor Certified Arthritis Exercise Instructor Certified National Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach Certified SilverSneakers Classic, Circuit, Yoga, Stability, EnerChi and Boom Instructor
Certifications: NATA - National Athletic Training Association/Licensed certified Athletic trainer BLS - Basic Life Support Cardiac Rehab Specialist Certified Level 3 star Spinning Instructor Certified Group Power, Group Centergy, Group Core and Group Active Certified PWR! - Parkinson Wellness Recovery Instructor Certified On the Move Instructor Certified Matter of Balance Instructor Certified Arthritis Exercise Instructor Certified National Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach Certified SilverSneakers Classic, Circuit, Yoga, Stability, EnerChi and Boom Instructor
Fabiola Almerida Leon
Fabiola Almerida Leon
My training philosophy is one of empowering the client to move with strength, purpose, and joy. My approach combines functional training, progressive strength training and holistic practices to support overall well-being. Let's cultivate a body and mind that thrives.
Certifications: ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Yoga Alliance 200 Yoga Teacher Training
Certifications: ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Yoga Alliance 200 Yoga Teacher Training
Jeff Purcell
Jeff Purcell
I specialize in strength and functional training. I am passionate about helping people of any age achieve their fitness goals.
Education: BS in Sports Management from
Robert Morrris University
Certifications: AFAA-Certified Personal Trainer; CPR/American Heart Association
Certifications: AFAA-Certified Personal Trainer; CPR/American Heart Association
Ananya Rajgarhia
Ananya Rajgarhia
I'm passionate about giving you the strength to live independently and pursue activities that bring joy.
Education: CMU class of 2018, Computer Science Certifications: NASM CPT
Education: CMU class of 2018, Computer Science Certifications: NASM CPT
Jason Rocha
Jason Rocha
I am passionate about helping others achieve their health and wellness goals. Through massage therapy and personal training, I provide personalized care that supports both physical well-being and overall quality of life. By actively listening to my clients’ needs, I tailor my approach to ensure they receive the most effective treatments and guidance to reach their goals. Certifications: Licensed in massage therapy, NASM certification
Education: B.S. in Psychology
Education: B.S. in Psychology
Molly Rubenstein
Molly Rubenstein
Molly works with her clients to enjoy and appreciate the journey of a healthy lifestyle while staying motivated to reach their goals.
Education: BS in Parks and Recreation, Slippery Rock
University.
Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, MOSSA Group Power, Group Blast, Group Core, Group Active, Spinning, TRX Certfified
Jacob Rush
Jacob Rush
As a trainer, I have a background in working with a myriad of different people ranging from middle school aged kids to the geriatric population. My philosophy for personal training is an altruistic approach meeting my clients where they’re at and pushing them beyond their limiting beliefs to help boost their confidence as they reach their goals.
Education:
BS in Exercise Science from Slippery Rock University;
MS in Clinical Exercise Physiology from University of Pittsburgh;
Incoming PhD Student in Exercise Physiology at Kent State University
Eli Snyder
Eli Snyder
I transformed my entire life through fitness, and I want to help others do the same. I specialize in helping people not only get in shape, but build rock solid habits with nutrition, consistency, and discipline as well. I'm here to change lives!
Education: Currently studying for an B.S in Exercise Science.
Certifications: NASM CPT, NASM Nutritionist
Certifications: NASM CPT, NASM Nutritionist
Dante Turner-Jones
Dante Turner-Jones
I specialize in sport performance but have experience working with people of various training backgrounds. Every training program is tailored for each client to meet them where they’re at to help ensure consistency and help reach their goals.
Education: B.S. in Exercise Science, Slippery Rock
Certifications: NSPA Speed and agility coach
Certifications: NSPA Speed and agility coach
Justin Unger
Justin Unger
I began my journey at the JCC as an Exercise Science intern from the University of Pittsburgh, and the experience was incredibly rewarding. After graduating, I chose to continue training here while pursuing my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Pitt. I’m passionate about helping people through every stage of their fitness journey and am excited to support and inspire positive, lasting change in others.
Kevin Williams
Kevin Williams
I enjoy helping people
improve their mobility and
functional strength.
Certifications: NFPT; CPR Certified
Certifications: NFPT; CPR Certified
Laurie Wood
Laurie Wood, M.S.
Exercise and strength training are essential to aging gracefully, it's so important to find activities you like because exercise can be fun.
Education: Master of Science in Exercise Physiology.
Certifications: NASM Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
Spinning Instructor
MOSSA Certified Group Power, Group Centergy, Group Active, Group Fight, Group Core, Group Blast, 3D30 and Move30
Alida Wright
Alida Wright
I specialize in strength training as well as functional training. My goal as a trainer is to encourage my clients to create a healthy lifestyle and have the best quality of life possible.
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science
Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, Spinning, SilverSneakers
Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, Spinning, SilverSneakers
Francesca Young
Francesca Young
I have experience with performance training as well as functional. I'm good with underlying conditions such as hypertension and diabetes and can program for most accommodations.
Education: BS in Exercise Physiology, Marquette University. MS in Clinical Exercise Physiology, University of Pittsburgh
Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
Education: BS in Exercise Physiology, Marquette University. MS in Clinical Exercise Physiology, University of Pittsburgh
Certifications: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
STYKU
Experience an easy and non-invasive 3D body scan to set fitness goals and track progress
Complimentary with Personal Training package
- 1 session – $30
- 4 sessions – $100
SOUTH HILLS PERSONAL TRAINING
Get Motivated, Get Moving!
Have general questions and want to set up a personal training consultation at the JCC South Hills.
Contact Jordan McGinnis for more information.
One-on-One Private Workout
Live life to the fullest! Let us help you look good and feel great. Your personal trainer will customize a program designed just for you and guide you to experience a life-changing transformation through safe, enjoyable workouts.
Get started today!
Meet Our Trainers
Nicole Auberzinski
Nicole Auberzinski
I have a strong background in strength training and rehabilitation specifically with knee rehab. My methodology is I practice based on meeting your individual needs through customized personal programming to get you to be the strongest version of yourself!
Gail Counihan
Gail Counihan
Starting in my youth as a gymnast, health and wellness has always centered on me. My exercise career has taken many paths including completion of a Pittsburgh triathlon and two half marathons in addition to my martial arts training. It is my belief that exercise, and fitness should continue throughout one’s lifespan and there should be no stopping no matter the age.
Elizabeth King
Elizabeth King
I am an ACE certified personal trainer and health coach who has specialized in senior fitness for the past 5 years. I strive to help her clients gain strength and improve their balance so they can perform their daily activities of living and enjoy their lives to the fullest.
Jordan McGinnis
Jordan McGinnis
I am the South Hills Fitness & Wellness coordinator and I believe that exercise is a tool to improve physical health and boost personal confidence. It is my goal that our training department provides you with the tools to accomplish your training goals in a productive and enjoyable manner personalized for you!
Kenn McKenzie
Kenn McKenzie
My goal is to provide well-rounded training with a clear purpose and the belief that just as running water creates amazing landscapes, consistent effort achieves incredible goals. I specialize in weight training, weightlifting, rehabilitation and yoga.
Amr Sabri
Amr Sabri
I am passionate about being a personal trainer, empowering others to grow and helping them achieve their full potential. Guiding people through learning and development brings me fulfilment, as I strive to make a positive impact in their lives.
Becky Schneider
Becky Schneider
Blake Stewart
Blake Stewart
As a graduate of Mt. Lebanon schools, a native and previous athlete, the JCC was the first gym I attended. I strongly feel that it is a special opportunity that I get to be here. This place is the origin of my path in fitness, and together I hope I can make it yours as well. I specialize in routine building, strength training and nutritional counseling for all ages.
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