Personal training at the YMCA at Schilling Farms

Get the personal attention, motivation and expertise you need to achieve your health and fitness goals with YMCA personal training.

Our nationally certified YMCA personal trainers are here to serve you and help you reach your fitness goals. They have the knowledge and expertise to develop a safe and effective wellness program to best address your specific needs and interests, including strength, cardiovascular fitness and flexibility. Plus, they're hired for their passion and commitment to upholding the Y's mission to help you reach your fullest potential.

The YMCA understands that everyone is not at the same fitness level, so we accommodate you at your specific level of fitness. Whether you are an avid exerciser or a beginner, you can feel confident knowing that our personal trainers ensure you are being trained in a safe environment and at a comfortable pace. We can assist you with single sessions for those who are self-motivated and just need to get started, or multiple sessions for those who need a little more motivation and coaching.

Personal training sessions are available to YMCA members only, are by appointment only (typically with a 24-hour cancellation policy), and may be provided by YMCA staff trainers only (members may not bring their own personal trainers). Sessions are approximately one hour in length. See a Welcome Center staff member for personal training options and appointments.

Nicole Bradshaw

Nicole is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) certified personal trainer as well as the Wellness Coordinator at the YMCA at Schilling Farms. She is currently finishing the last year of her undergraduate degree at the University of Memphis, where she is majoring in Sport and Exercise Science. She loves to work with clients of all ages, fitness levels and backgrounds. From teaching the Youth Strength Class to working with older clients whose main goals are to tone up and add flexibility, she strives to see each individual reach their fitness goals.

"Motivation is what gets you started, but habit is what keeps you going."  - Nicole

Rita Connally

Rita is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) certified personal trainer. She also holds a Nautilus Group Cycling certification and has completed the TRX Trainer certification. Additionally, she is a certified Zumba instructor and an Aeropilates Reformer instructor. She has worked with clients of all ages and of all levels of ability and disability. She believes it is essential to stay current with what is happening in the fitness industry and to learn from the best. In order to do this, Rita attends the IDEA World Fitness Conference annually.

"People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care." - Rita

Andrea Crowley

Andrea is an AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) certified personal trainer and has been in the fitness field for over 15 years. Having completed the yoga 200 hour teacher training, she combines this knowledge with her pilates and personal training background to help people rehabilitate from injuries and work on core strength to relieve back pain. Andrea is committed to helping people regain a pain free, active and fun lifestyle. Having recovered from back surgery herself, she is acutely aware of how a pain free life is a gift. Andrea will help you work on posture and muscular balance to make the body feel good so we can celebrate each day!

Chad Henson

Chad is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) certified personal trainer. He played baseball at the intercollegiate and semi-professional level. Chad holds an AA degree from Crowder College and a BGS in History from University of the Ozarks. His athletic and fitness experience includes: resistance and strength training, cardiovascular training and proper stretching techniques. Chad is currently working on the completion of his MBA in Management and Leadership Degree with Dowling College. His anticipated graduation is in the fall of 2011.

Allison Kelly

Allison is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) certified personal trainer. "God has blessed me with a wonderful husband and two precious little boys. I attended UTK and the U of M, and graduated with a Bachelors in Business. God has shown me through various trials in my life, that He is faithful. One way He has shown me this is by providing exercise as an outlet. Exercise is an essential part of my life and my passion is to help others. My favorite verse, especially when I workout is "I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me" (Phil 4:13), because quitting with HIS strength behind me is simply not an option!

Yvonne Nickerson

Yvonne is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) certified personal trainer. She has been in the fitness industry for 15 years. She has worked with all age groups, from teens to seniors and people with special needs. Yvonne is the mother of two daughters and lives in Collierville. She is very interested in working with people new to resistance training and are in need of direction, as well as people continuing their quest for fitness. She loves motivating people and helping them reach their goals.

Rob Vaughan

Rob is an IFPA (International Fitness Professionals Association) certified personal trainer. Rob has a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Mississippi and has 11 years of work experience in the fitness industry. Rob enjoys working with a variety of different types of clients including people who want to lose weight and tone, gain lean muscle mass and people who have been diagnosed with diabetes. He has trained athletes of all ages ranging from elementary age up to college athletes. Rob believes a healthy mind, body and spirit are key to living and enjoying your life to the fullest! Rob is available Monday-Friday from 4-7 pm and occasional weekends.

Cindy Vinsonhaler

Cindy is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) certified personal trainer and has been certified for more than 30 years. She has a Bachelor's degree in Physical Fitness and has coached varsity gymnastics and track. She currently teaches pilates, tumbling, cheering classes and Women on Weights. Cindy has many other certifications including yoga, MuscleWorks and core training. She has been married to her husband Brian since 1982 and has two grown children. In her spare time, she assists with their two family-owned Good Feet stores and stays active in church activities.

Linda Wassmer

Linda is a certified personal trainer with the Aerobic and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). Linda has a passion for helping members realize their full fitness potential. She enjoys all aspects of training a client and likes to incorporate cardio, strength, flexibility and balance into every routine for a well rounded workout. Linda was recently named one of the area's best personal trainers, according to Memphis Magazine's 2010 Hot List.

"I believe people are capable of a lot more than they think. " - Linda