At Devon Fitness Club, we offer several ways to improve your health, get in shape, and achieve your fitness goals.  To start, we have free "equipment orientation" classes offered at various times during the week to help our members learn our equipment, especially the new pieces we bring in.  We also provide a "workout of the day" which is written on the board when you enter the club and is printed on paper that you can take with you on your workout!  Don't hesitate to ask our staff if you have a question.  And finally, we have personal training.  Some free sessions are available depending on the membership you select with you join.  To schedule your training sessions, call the front desk at 610-240-9916 or stop by the next time you come in.  Even if you are a seasoned training person, you will still enjoy and get benefits from one-on-one training with a trainer.  As "they" say: "most people don't plan to fail, they fail to plan".  Our trainers provide a great benefit, so why not take advantage of it today and let them set up your training plan so you achieve your goals that much faster!

Personal Training Fee Schedule

PRIVATE:             
1 Session  (rate / hour)     $80                    
4 Session package          $310                
8 Session package          $620                    
12 Session package        $920                   
20 Session package     $1,330

All sessions are to be paid in advance.
A 24-hour Cancellation notice is required.

PERSONAL TRAINING

Personal training is the study of human physiology and how the body responds to various forms of exercise. Whether you're an athlete, a fitness-enthusiast or just beginning to exercise, you're probably confused by all the conflicting information you read in various books and magazines and see on TV.

Fitness is much like any other form of education. You can try to learn it all yourself, or you can seek the advice and knowledge of a teacher.  We asked our clients for their opinion about the advantages of hiring a personal trainer.  Here is what they said:

On Training with Kenny:
In 3 months, I lost 15 lbs and decreased his body fat from 16 to 6%.  My muscle tone and definition became extraordinary.  My cholesterol levels dropped to within normal range as well!  The medical benefits of training can’t be overlooked.  Training transformed my life. “The pride and confidence you gain through training and sticking to a commitment, spills over into every aspect of your life.  I have much more energy for my family and career.  I have learned the importance of “balance” for a happier, healthier life.
~ Keith Silverstein

On training with Tammy:
"Tammy is a wonderful trainer with great patience and an upbeat, motivating, and enthusiastic personality.  I worked with Tammy for approximately 7 months and in that time I lost over 30 lbs but even more so gained confidence, strength and actually started to enjoy working out for the first time!  I've had several trainers and by far Tammy was able to motivate me and train me in a way that was so easy to understand and follow that on the days I didn't see her I could follow on my own.  But Tammy's motivation is always what kept me going.  I'd highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a trainer and needs guidance and encouragement!"    
~ Bonnie Olinger

On training with Yuri:
I hit bottom with my weight gain in 1998.  I was 5’2” and I weighed 182 lbs!  The thought of joining a health club was very intimidating!  The day I finally decided to join, I met Yuri Trump.  From day one, he made me feel comfortable in a foreign environment.  He always reminded me not to compare myself to others, but to work hard, and set short term goals.  Well, it worked!  With Yuri, I went from a size 16 to a size 2!  Thank you Yuri, You changed my life!
~ Deborah Chase (age 45)

On training with Leigh:
I have tried other exercise programs in the past, but training with Leigh has helped me work out more consistently and at a higher intensity than I would on my own.  She introduces new activities all the time, so I am never bored and always challenged.  Not only have I lost weight and gained muscle tome, but my coordination and endurance have improved by leaps and bounds.  I have more energy every day and I have more confidence to try new activities.  I also have much less low back pain.  The best part of training with Leigh is having friends tell me I need new clothes because my pants were sagging!
~ Janice DeThomas

On training with Patrick:
After receiving a small scare from my doctor and entering the care of a cardiologist in December, I joined Devon Fitness in mid December ('05) and I weighed 315 lbs.  Thanks to everyone there who makes it the most inspiring and comfortable place to work out, and ESPECIALLY (my trainer) Patrick Nwankwo, in just 3 months, I have lost 35 pounds and have received rave reviews from my doctors, and of course my wife! Thank you to all of you!
~ Todd Monastero

On training with Sandi:
I just wanted to say how glad I am to be able to have Sandi as my trainer, she is very professional!  She makes you feel good about your progress and I am most happy to say you get results!  In the short time I have worked with her, I am really seeing a difference already!  It feels great and makes me happy I choose Devon Fitness and Sandi to help me accomplish my goals.  For as long as I’ve been going to a gym, I can truly say that I could not have accomplished what I have without Sandi!
~  Theresa Escott

On training with Tiffanie:
“Tiff always provides challenging yet fun workouts.  She pushes you to achieve your best.  Tiff always encourages a combination of strong physical health and good nutrition habits and inspires me to work hard each day to meet y goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle.  She’s the best!
~ Beth Duffy

More of Tiff’s Clients & their accomplishments:
Bob S – lost 50 lbs, Lisa B – lost 48 lbs, Maggie P – lost 42 lbs, Victoria R – lost 34 lbs

On training with Leanne:
After extensive weight training on my own for 20 years I was more than mildly sceptical about the benefits of personal training… However, the quintessential “know it all” mentality of mine quickly disappeared! After just 2 training sessions with Leanne, my physique rapidly changed in size and definition! She intently listened to my goals and more importantly helped me achieve them! Through various training methodologies, exercises and rep variations, along with nutritional guidance, I have achieved the scupted body I’ve been wanting in just 3 short months! I cannot provide a more glowing testimonial on behalf of this talented and consumate professional!       ~ Jim McCarthy

Here are the top seven reasons to hire a personal trainer:

An an objective eye: Even for experienced workout people, an outside perspective is invaluable when it comes to form and function. Even the best professional athletes have a coach.  Coaches remind us to live up to our potential and push us to be our best.  They help us reach our goals faster than we could if we were alone.

A Set Schedule Time: By hiring a trainer, people are more obedient to their exercise and eating programs. Keeping regular training appointments keep clients on track. Consistency is the key to making lifestyle adjustments like regular exercise.

Accountability: Clients mention that if they didn’t have an "appointment" to train, they'd be more likely to shorten or skip their workouts entirely. They know that if they don't keep up with their prescribed, individualized program, the trainer will know it. Clients take pride in accepting the challenges set for them and in achieving their goals.

Reach New Levels: Having someone to watch over form and to assist with spotting enables clients to do more weight, more effectively, than training alone.  Clients gain more strength and loose more weight with trainers than without.  They are able to reach new levels faster with a trainer than alone.  Also, the injury rate is much lower (or non-existent) because the trainer knows the clients abilities and restrictions and can assist clients to prevent injury.

Motivation: Trainers know what clients go through and they know when to push to get the desired performance from a client.  They encourage and take pride in their clients' successes.  Trainers become true "partners" with their clients, and "coach" and motivate them to reach their goals.

Knowledge: Trainers have a wealth of knowledge that they share with their clients.  Knowledge and experience benefit the clients by getting the clients the results they want within the time period they want.  In most cases, this is often much faster than if the client were to train alone, without the benefit of the trainers' knowledge, education and experience.

Results:  In our experience, we see that individuals who seek out the help of a personal trainer are more successful than those who work out alone.  They reach their goals and they are so happy when they do.  After working so hard to reach their goals, and feeling such a sense of pride and accomplishment when they do, we see real changes in these clients.  By committing to exercise, and making it a part of your everyday life, we find that fitness becomes a permanent part of life.  Fitness and exercise become a new "lifestyle" for our clients, instead of a just a passing fancy.

The impact of one person can make a tremendous difference to your life. That person is typically a leader, a teacher, or a coach. Your personal-fitness success is no different. If you have tried and failed more than twice at the same task, you need to get some help and advice.  Don't just say that you tried, say that you did it!