Personal Training

Interested in getting the best results in the shortest amount of time?  Need someone to develop a realistic exercise plan for you and keep you motivated?  A YMCA Certified Personal Trainer will help you get the most from your exercise routine.  Trainers are certified through nationally recognized organizations including American College of Sports Medicine, American Council on Exercise, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, National Strength and Conditioning Association and the YMCA of the USA.

One-On-One Personal Training 

Learn the latest in fitness approaches with one-on-one Personal Training at the North Suburban YMCA in Woburn. Your certified personal trainer will work with you not only to meet your fitness goals, but to exceed them. Contact one of our certified personal traininers today to set up an appointment.

Karen Swanson

Karen Sawnson is nationally certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE),  National Exercise & Sports Association (NESTA) and the YMCA.  Karen has been a personal trainer for over 10 years and involved in fitness for over 13 years.  Specializing in women's fitness Karen is also certified in breast cancer survivor fitness through the nationally recognized "YMCA Pink Program".  In addition to women's fitness Karen provides sport specific personal training to athletes. As a North Suburban YMCA personal trainer Karen strives to provide her clients with one-on-one support through encouragement, motivation and knowledge.  Karen looks forward to providing you with a wellness program that helps you achieve your fitness goals and a healthier lifestyle.  

To contact Karen directly about setting up a personal training appointment call 781-935-3270 ext 324 or email kswanson@ymcaboston.org.

Jay Harvey

Jay Harvey has been with the YMCA for 13 years and a personal trainer for 15 years.  With over 120,000 hours of personal training appointments Jay has worked with a wide range of clients from marathon runners, to active older adults over 70 years old, to moms that are looking to lose those last 10 pounds.  Jay is certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE).  Jay's personal training philosophy is that every client is different and nobody should received the same personal training session.  Jay always encourages a positive attitude and a focus on what you can do not what you can't do. 

To contact Jay Harvey directly about setting up a personal training appointment call 781-935-3270 ext. 202 or email jharvey@ymcaboston.org.

Personal Training Prices 

Member: $60 per session     Non-member: $90 per session
     $258 for 5 sessions
     $550 for 10 sessions

Fitness Assessment Package (by appointment)

Testing to measure: Cardio-respiratory Fitness, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility, Body Composition, Blood Pressure, Measurements. Call 781-935-3270 to make an appointment.
Member: $60          Non-member: $90